Nikon Camera Coolpix S6900 Reference Manual

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Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function
Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) 
Function
You can perform the following functions if you install the dedicated software 
“Wireless Mobile Utility” on your smart device that runs on Android OS or iOS, 
and connect it to the camera.
Take Photos
You can capture still images using the two methods described below.
•Release the shutter on the camera and save the captured images to a smart device.•Use a smart device to remotely release the camera shutter and save images 
to the smart device.
View Photos
Images that are saved in the camera’s memory card can be transferred and 
viewed on your smart device. You can also preselect the images in the camera 
that you want to transfer to your smart device.
BNotes
Security settings such as the password are no t configured at the time of purchase. It 
is the user’s responsibility to configure the appropriate security settings in  Options 
in the Wi-Fi options menu ( A87) if necessary.
1Use your smart device to connect to the Google Play Store, 
App Store or other online apps marketplace and search for 
“Wireless Mobile Utility.”
•Check the user’s manual provided with your smart device for further details.
2Check the description and other information and install the 
software.
CUser’s Manual for Wireless Mobile Utility
Download the user’s manual from the website below.
•Android OS: http://nikonimglib.com/ManDL/WMAU/
• iOS: http://nikonimglib.com/ManDL/WMAU-ios/
Installing the Software on the Smart Device
To establish a connection with the camera, press the  J (Wi-Fi) button on the camera, 
turn on the Wi-Fi function of the smart device, and then start the “Wireless Mobile Utility” 
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1Press the Wi-Fi button on the 
camera.
•The screen shown on the right is displayed.
• If no connection confirmation is received 
from the smart device within three minutes, 
No access. is displayed and the camera 
returns to the Wi-Fi options screen.
• You can also tap Connect to smart device  
in the Wi-Fi options menu to display the 
screen shown on the right. 
2Set the Wi-Fi setting on the smart device to On.
• Check the user’s manual provided with your smart device for further details.
• After the network names (SSIDs) that ca n be used for the smart device are 
displayed, select the SSID displayed on the camera.
• When  Auth./encryp.  in the Wi-Fi options menu is set to WPA2-PSK-AES , 
the message for entering a password is displayed. Enter the password that is 
displayed on the camera.
3While “Negotiating... Please wait.” is displayed on the 
camera, start the “Wireless Mobile Utility” installed on the 
smart device.
• The screen for selecting “Take phot os” or “View photos” is displayed.
• When the message “Cannot connect to camera.” is displayed, return to step 
1 and retry the procedure.
• “Installing the Software on the Smart Device” ( A141).
CTouching an NFC-compatible Smart Device to the Camera for a 
Wi-Fi Connection
When you use an Android OS smart device that is 
compatible with near field communication (NFC) 
functions, you can establish a Wi-Fi connection and start 
the “Wireless Mobile Utility” by touching the NFC antenna 
of the smart device to the  Y (N-Mark) on the camera.
Connecting the Smart Device to the 
Camera
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX SSID:
Connect to smart device 
						

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To Terminate the Wi-Fi Connection
Perform one of the operations described below.
•Turn off the camera.
• Select  Disable Wi-Fi  in the Wi-Fi options menu on the camera (except when the 
camera is operated by remote control).
• Set the Wi-Fi setting on  the smart device to Off.
BNotes About Wi-Fi Connection
•Wi-Fi connection operations are disabled in the following situations:
- When no memory card is inserted in the camera
- When an Eye-Fi card ( A139) is inserted in the camera
- When the camera is connected to a TV, computer, or printer.
- When the battery level indicator in the monitor indicates  G. In addition, if the 
battery level indicator changes to  G while Wi-Fi is connected, the connection 
is terminated.
- While recording movies
- While recording voice memos
- While the camera is processing data such as saving images or recording movies
- When the camera is connected to a smart device
• Select  Disable Wi-Fi  in areas where the use of radio waves is prohibited.
• When Wi-Fi is connected,  Auto off is disabled.
• When Wi-Fi is connected, the battery drains faster than normal.
CSecurity Settings
If no security settings (encryption and pa ssword) are configured for the camera’s 
Wi-Fi function, unauthorized third partie s may access the network and cause harm. 
We strongly recommend performing the required security settings before using the 
Wi-Fi function.
Use  Options  in the Wi-Fi options menu ( A123) to perform the security settings. 
						

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You can preselect images in the camera that you want to transfer to a smart 
device. Movies cannot be preselected for transfer.
1Select images to transfer.
You can preselect the images to transfer to a smart device in the following 
menus:
• Mark for Wi-Fi upload  in the playback menu (A109)
• Upload from camera  in the Wi-Fi options menu ( A123) 
When using Upload from camera , the SSID and password of the camera are 
displayed after images are selected.
2Connect the camera and smart device ( A142).
After the camera and smart device are connected and the “Wireless Mobile 
Utility” starts, tap “View Photos” on the displayed confirmation screen to 
transfer the specified images to the smart device.
BPreselecting Images to Transfer During Playback
While the camera is in playback mode, press the Wi-Fi button or use the NFC 
function to establish a Wi-Fi connection, an d preselect the displayed images that you 
want to transfer.
• You can preselect one image at a time in full-frame playback mode.
• You can preselect 4, 9, or 16 images at a time in thumbnail playback mode.
This operation is not available when you use  Connect to smart device in the Wi-Fi 
options menu to establish the Wi-Fi connection.
Preselecting Images in the Camera That 
You Want to Transfer to a Smart Device 
						

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Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer
Connecting the Camera to a TV, 
Printer, or Computer
You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the 
camera to a TV, printer, or computer.
•Before connecting the camera to an external device, make sure the 
remaining battery level is sufficient and turn the camera off. Before 
disconnecting, make sure to turn the camera off.
• If the AC Adapter EH-62G (available se parately) is used, this camera can be 
powered from an electrical outlet. Do not use any other make or model of 
AC adapter as it may cause the camera to heat up or malfunction.
• For information about the connection methods and subsequent operations, 
refer to the documentation included with the device in addition to this 
document.
Insert the plug straight. Micro-USB connector
HDMI micro connector 
(Type D)
Open the connector 
cover. 
						

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Viewing images on a TVA147
Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed 
on a TV.
Connection method: Connect a commercially available HDMI 
cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.
Printing images without using a computerA 148
If you connect the camera to a PictBridge-compatible printer, 
you can print images without using a computer.
Connection method: Connect the camera directly to the 
printer’s USB port with the USB cable.
Viewing and organizing images on a computerA 152
You can transfer images to a computer to perform simple 
retouching and manage image data.
Connection method: Connect the camera to the computer’s 
USB port with the USB cable.
• Before connecting to a computer, install ViewNX 2 on the 
computer ( A152).
• If any USB devices that draw the power from the computer 
are connected, disconnect them from the computer before 
you connect the camera to it. Connecting the camera and 
other USB-powered devices to the same computer 
simultaneously may cause a camera malfunction or 
excessive power supply from the computer, which could 
damage the camera or memory card. 
						

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1Turn off the camera and connect it to the TV.
•Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the 
plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.
2Set the TV’s input to external video input.
•See the documentation provided with your TV for details.
3Turn on the camera.
•Images are displayed on the TV.
• The camera monitor does not turn on.
BIf Images Are Not Displayed on the TV
Make sure that  HDMI (A 136) in the setup menu conforms to the standard used by 
your TV.
Connecting the Camera to a TV (Playback 
on a TV)
HDMI micro connector (Type D) to HDMI jack 
						

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Connecting the Camera to a TV, Printer, or Computer
Users of PictBridge-compatible printers can connect the camera directly to the 
printer and print images without using a computer.
Connecting the Camera to a Printer
1Turn on the printer.
2Turn off the camera and connect it to the printer using the 
USB cable.
• Make sure that the plugs are properly oriented. Do not insert or remove the 
plugs at an angle when connecting or disconnecting them.
3The camera is automatically turned on.
•The  PictBridge  startup screen (
1) is displayed in the camera monitor, 
followed by the  Print selection screen (
2).
Connecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct 
Print)
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BIf the PictBridge Startup Screen Is Not Displayed
When Auto is selected for  Charge by computer  (A 137), it may be impossible to 
print images with direct connection of the ca mera to some printers. If the PictBridge 
startup screen is not displayed after the camera is turned on, turn the camera off and 
disconnect the USB cable. Set Charge by computer  to Off  and reconnect the 
camera to the printer.
Printing Images One at a Time
1Tap to select the desired image, 
and tap  I.
•Move the zoom control toward  f(h ) to 
switch to thumbnail playback or g (i ) to 
switch to full-frame playback.
2Tap  Copies .
•Tap the desired number of copies (up to 
nine).
3Tap  Paper size .
•Tap the desired paper size.
• To print with the paper size setting 
configured on the printer, select  Default.
• The paper size options available on the 
camera vary depending on the printer that 
you use.
4Tap  Start print .
•Printing starts.
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Print selection
PictBridge
Start print  prints
Copies
Paper size
PictBridge
Start print  prints
Copies
Paper size
PictBridge
Start print  prints
Copies
Paper size 
						

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Printing Multiple Images
1When the Print selection  screen 
is displayed, tap  F.
2Tap Paper size .
•Tap the desired paper size.
• To print with the paper size setting 
configured on the printer, select  Default.
• The paper size options available on the 
camera vary depending on the printer that 
you use.
• To exit the print menu, tap  O.
3Tap  Print selection  or Print all 
images .
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Print selection
Print menu
Print all images Print selection
Paper size
Print menu
Print all images Print selection
Paper size