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Symbols and ConventionsTo  make it easier to fi nd the information you need, 
the following symbols and conventions are used:
This icon marks tips, additional information 
that may be helpful when using the cam-
era.
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should be read before use to prevent dam-
age to the camera.
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should be read before using the camera.
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Q uick Start Guide .
 Memory Cards
Pi ctures taken with this camera can be stored in the 
camera’s internal memory or on removable memory 
cards.  If a memory card is inserted, all new pictures 
will be stored on the memory card and delete, play-
back, and format operations will apply only to the 
pictures on the memory card.  The memory card 
must be removed before the internal memory can 
be formatted or used to store, delete, or view pic-
tures.
Introduction
S cene and Scene Assist 
Modes
Basic Photography and 
Playback
Connecting to Televisions, 
Computers, and Printers
First Steps
Viewing Pictures on the 
Cam era
Movies
Voice Recordings
Camera Operations
Menu Guide
Technical Notes
Wireless Transfer and 
Printing
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To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read 
the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equipment.  Keep 
these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them.
The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in 
this section are indicated by the following symbol:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon 
product to prevent possible injury.
WA R N INGS
  Turn off   in the event of malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an unusual 
smell coming from the camera or AC adapt-
er, unplug the AC adapter and remove the 
battery immediately, taking care to avoid 
burns.  Continued operation could result 
in injury.  After removing or disconnecting 
the power source, take the equipment to 
a Nikon-authorized service representative 
f or inspection.
 
  Do not disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the camera 
or AC adapter could result in injury.  Re-
pairs should be performed only by quali-
fi  ed technicians.  Should the camera or 
AC  adapter break open as the result of a 
fall or other accident, take the product to 
a Nikon-authorized service representative 
f or inspection after unplugging the prod-
uct and / or removing the battery.
 
  Do not use the camera or AC adapter in the pres-
ence of fl  ammable gas
Do  not use electronic equipment in the 
presence of fl ammable gas, as this could 
r esult in explosion or fi re.
 
  Handle the  camera strap with care
Never place the strap around the neck of 
an infant or child.
 
  Keep out of reach of children
Pa rticular care should be taken to prevent 
infants from putting the batteries or other 
small parts into their mouths.  
 
Observe caution when handling batteries
  Batteries may leak or explode if improperly 
handled.  Observe the following precau-
tions when handling batteries for use in 
this product:
•  Before replacing the battery, turn the prod- uct off  .  If you are using the AC adapter, be 
sure it is unplugged.
•  Use only rechargeable Nikon  EN-EL8 lith- ium-ion batteries (supplied).  Charge the 
battery either by inserting it in the camera 
and connecting the supplied AC adapter, 
or by inserting it in a MH-62 battery charger 
(available separately).
•  When inserting the battery, do not attempt  to  insert it upside down or backwards.
•  Do not short or disassemble batteries.
•  Do not expose batteries to fl ame or to ex- cessive heat.
•  Do not immerse in or expose to water.
• Replace the terminal cover when trans- porting the battery.  Do not transport or 
store with metal objects such as necklaces 
or hairpins.
•  Batteries are prone to leakage when fully  discharged.  To avoid damage to the prod-
uct, be sure to remove the battery when no 
charge remains.
•  Discontinue use immediately should you  notice any change in the battery, such as 
discoloration or deformation.
•  If liquid from damaged batteries comes in  contact with clothing or skin, rinse immedi-
ately with plenty of water.
 For Your Safety
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  Observe the following precautions when handling 
the AC adapter
•  Use only adapters designated for use with  this product.
•  Keep dry.  Failure to observe this precau- tion could result in fi re or electric shock.
•  Dust on or near the metal parts of the plug  should be removed with a dry cloth.  Con-
tinued use could result in fi re.
•  Do not handle the power cable or go near  the adapter during thunderstorms.  Failure 
to  observe this precaution could result in 
electric shock.
• Do not damage, modify, forcibly tug or  bend the power cable, place it under 
heavy objects, or expose it to heat or fl  ame.  
Should the insulation be damaged and the 
wires become exposed, take it to a Nikon-
authorized service representative for in-
spection.  Failure to observe these precau-
tions could result in fi re or electric shock.
•  Do not handle the plug or battery charger  with wet hands.  Failure to observe this pre-
caution could result in electric shock.
 
  Follow the instructions of hospital and airline per-
sonnel
This device emits radio frequency radiation 
that could interfere with medical or naviga-
tional equipment.  Do not use this device in 
a hospital or on board an airplane without 
fi  rst obtaining the permission of hospital or 
airline staff  .  
 
Use appropriate cables
When connecting cables to the input and 
output jacks, use only the cables provided 
or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to main-
tain compliance with product regulations.
 
  Handle moving parts with care
Be careful that your fi ngers or other objects 
are not pinched by the lens cover or other 
moving parts.
 
  CD-ROMs
The CD-ROMs supplied with this device 
should not be played back on audio CD 
equipment.  Playing CD-ROMs on an audio 
CD player could cause hearing loss or dam-
age the equipment.
 
  Observe caution when operating the  fl  ash
Using the fl ash close to your subject’s eyes 
could cause temporary visual impairment.  
Pa rticular care should be observed if pho-
to graphing infants, when the fl ash should 
be no less than one meter (39 in.) from the 
subject.
 
  Do not fi re the fl ash while it is touching a person 
or object
Such use can result in the person being 
burned, and / or their clothes igniting from 
the heat of the fl ash.
 
  Av oid contact with liquid crystal
Should the  monitor break, care should be 
taken to avoid injury due to broken glass 
and to prevent liquid crystal from the mon-
itor touching the skin or entering the eyes 
or mouth.
Notices
• No part of the manuals included with this prod- uct may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, 
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any 
language in any form, by any means, without 
Ni ko n’s prior written permission.
•  Ni kon reserves the right to change the specifi  cations 
of the hardware and software described in these 
manuals at any time and without prior notice. • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages re-
sulting from the use of this product.
• While every eff  ort has been made to ensure that 
the information in these manuals is accurate and 
complete, we would appreciate it were you to 
bring any errors or omissions to the attention of 
the Nikon representative in your area (address pro-
vided separately).
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This product, which contains encryption software developed in the United States, is controlled by the 
United States Export Administration Regulations and may not be exported or re-exported to any country 
to which the United States embargoes goods.  As of November 2005 the following countries were subject 
to  embargo: Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Libya, Sudan, and Syria.
Notice for Customers in the U.S.A.
U .S.A. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.  Operation of the device is subject to the following two 
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer-
ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Pr oducts that contain a radio transmitter are labeled 
with FCC ID and may also carry the FCC logo.
COOLPIX S6
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to 
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, 
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.  These limits 
are designed to provide reasonable protection 
against harmful interference in a residential instal-
lation.  This equipment generates, uses, and can 
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed 
and used in accordance with the instructions, may 
cause harmful interference to radio communica-
tions.  However, there is no guarantee that inter-
fe rence will not occur in a particular installation.  If 
this equipment does cause harmful interference to 
radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off    and on, the 
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference 
by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment  and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit  diff  erent from that to which the receiver is con-
nected.
•  Consult the dealer or an experienced radio /  televi- sion technician for help.
CA UTIONS
Modifi cations
The FCC requires the user to be notifi ed that any 
changes or modifi  cations made to this device that are 
not expressly approved by Nikon Corporation may 
v oid the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for 
y our equipment.  Using other interface cables may 
exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
The available scientifi  c evidence does not show that 
any health problems are associated with using low 
power wireless devices.  There is no proof, however, 
that these low power wireless devices are abso-
lutely safe.  Low power wireless devices emit low 
levels of radio frequency energy (RF) in the micro-
wave range while being used.  Whereas high levels 
of RF can produce health eff
 ects (by heating tissue), 
exposure to low-level RF that does not produce 
heating eff  ects causes no known adverse health 
eff  ects.  Many studies of low-level RF exposures 
have not found any biological eff  ects.  Some studies 
have suggested that some biological eff  ects might 
occur, but such fi ndings have not been confi rmed 
by additional research.  This digital camera (the 
C OOLPIX S6) has been tested and found to comply 
with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an 
uncontrolled equipment and meets the FCC radio 
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement 
C to OET65.  The maximum SAR levels tested for this 
digital camera (the COOLPIX S6) has been shown to 
be 0.094 W/kg at body.
This device should not be co-located or operated in 
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Notice for customers in the State of California
W ARNING : Handling the cord on this product will ex-
pose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of 
California to cause birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm.  Wash hands after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, New York
11747-3064, U.S.A.
Te l.: 631-547-4200
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Notice for Customers in Canada
CAUTION
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements 
of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment 
Regulations. AT
TENTION
C et appareil numérique de la classe B respecte 
t outes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel 
brouilleur du Canada.
RSS-GEN Exposure of Humans to RF Fields
The installer of this radio equipment must ensure that the antenna is located or pointed such that it does 
not emit RF fi  eld in excess of Health Canada limits for the general population; consult Safety Code 6, obtain-
able from Health Canada’s website at  www.hc-sc.gc.ca/rpb .
Notice for customers in Europe
Hereby, Nikon, declares that this digital camera is in compliance with the essential requirements and other 
r elevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
S ymbol for Separate Collection in European Countries
This symbol indicates that this product is to be collected separately.
The following apply only to users in European countries:
• This product is designated for separate collection at an appropriate collection point.  Do not  dispose of as household waste.
•  For more information, contact the retailer or the local authorities in charge of waste management.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
P lease note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in cam-
era memory does not completely erase the original image data.  Deleted fi les can sometimes be recovered 
from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious 
use of personal image data.  Ensuring the privacy of such data is the user’s responsibility.
Before discarding a data storage device or transferring ownership to another person, erase all data using 
commercial deletion software, or format the device and then completely refill it with images containing no 
private information (for example, pictures of empty sky).  Be sure to also replace any pictures selected for 
the welcome screen.  Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage to property when physically destroy-
ing data storage devices.
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that has been digitally copied or reproduced by means of 
a scanner, digital camera or other device may be punishable by law.
•  Items prohibited by law from being copied or reproduced Do  not copy or reproduce paper money, coins, se-
curities, government bonds, or local government 
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are 
stamped “Sample.”
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coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign 
country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government 
has been obtained, the copying or reproduction 
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the government is prohibited.
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The government has issued cautions on copies or 
reproductions of securities issued by private com-
panies (shares, bills, checks, gift certifi cates, etc.), 
commuter passes, or coupon tickets, except when 
a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided 
f or business use by a company.  Also, do not copy 
or reproduce passports issued by the government, 
licenses issued by public agencies and private 
gr oups, ID cards, and tickets, such as passes and 
meal coupons.
•  Comply with copyright notices The copying or reproduction of copyrighted 
creative works such as books, music, paintings, 
w oodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies, and 
photographs is governed by national and interna-
tional copyright laws.  Do not use this product for 
the purpose of making illegal copies or to infringe 
copyright laws.
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Table of Contents
 For Your Safety ........................................................................\
...................................... ............................... ii
Notices .....................................................................\
.................................................. ..................................... iii
Introduction 1 Pa rts of the Camera ........................................................................\
................................... .......................... 2
T he Monitor ........................................................................\
........................................... ................................ 6
T he COOL-STATION and AC Adapter ........................................................................\
....................... ...... 8
F irst Steps  10
I nserting the Battery ........................................................................\
................................. ........................10
Charging the Battery ........................................................................\
.................................. ......................11
I nserting Memory Cards ........................................................................\
................................ ..................12
C amera Operations  14
Tu rning the Camera on and Off   ........................................................................\
....................................14
Z oom ....................................................................\
...................................................... ....................................15
F ocus and Shutter Release ........................................................................\
............................. .................16
U sing Menus ........................................................................\
........................................... .............................17
Basic Photography and Playback  18
 Mode ........................................................................\
................................................. ..............................18
V iewing Pictures ........................................................................\
...................................... ...........................19
U sing the Flash ........................................................................\
....................................... ............................20
Ta king Pictures with the Self-Timer ........................................................................\
................... ..........22
M acro Close-up Mode ........................................................................\
................................... ...................23
One-Touch Portrait Mode ........................................................................\
............................... ................24
Sc ene and Scene Assist Modes  26
Sc ene Mode ........................................................................\
............................................ .............................26
Sc ene Assist Mode ........................................................................\
..................................... ........................32
Movies  35
Recording Movies ........................................................................\
...................................... ........................35
T he Movie Menu ........................................................................\
........................................ ........................36
Mo vie Playback ........................................................................\
........................................ ...........................38
V oice Recordings  39
Vi ewing Pictures on the Camera  43
Vi ewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ........................................................................\
......... ...........43
D eleting Pictures ........................................................................\
..................................... ..................................................43
Ta king a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ........................................................................\
................... .......................44
Creating a Cropped Copy ........................................................................\
............................... .....................................44
Enhancing Contrast: D-Lighting ........................................................................\
........................ ..............................45
V oice Memos: Recording and Playback ........................................................................\
................... ...................46
Vi ewing Pictures by Date ........................................................................\
.............................. .......................................47
Pi ctmotion by muvee ........................................................................\
................................... .........................................50
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Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers  54
V iewing Pictures on TV ........................................................................\
................................ ....................54
V iewing Pictures on a Computer ........................................................................\
........................ ..........54
Pr inting Pictures Via USB ........................................................................\
............................. ....................57
Wi reless Transfer and Printing  63
C onnecting to a Wireless Network ........................................................................\
...................... ........63
Wi reless Transfer ........................................................................\
..................................... ............................71
Wi reless Printing ........................................................................\
..................................... ............................73
Menu Guide  74 Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu ........................................................................\
................... ..74
I mage Mode ........................................................................\
............................................ ....................................................74
White Balance ........................................................................\
......................................... ....................................................75
Exp. +/– ........................................................................\
.............................................. .............................................................76
C ontinuous ..............................................................\
...................................................... .......................................................76
Best Shot Selector (BSS) ........................................................................\
.............................. ..........................................78
Sensitivity ......................................................................\
............................................. ............................................................78
C olor Options ........................................................................\
......................................... .....................................................79
AF Area Mode ........................................................................\
.......................................... ...................................................79
Playback Options: The Playback Menu ........................................................................\
................... ...80
Pr int Set ........................................................................\
............................................. ..............................................................80
Slide Show ........................................................................\
............................................ .........................................................81
D elete ......................................................................\
.................................................. ...............................................................81
Pr otect ......................................................................\
................................................. ..............................................................81
T ransfer Marking ........................................................................\
...................................... ..................................................81
Small Pic. ........................................................................\
............................................ .............................................................82
Co py .....................................................................\
..................................................... ................................................................82
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu ........................................................................\
.................... ....83
M enus ...................................................................\
...................................................... .............................................................83
Quick Startup ........................................................................\
......................................... ......................................................83
W elcome Screen ........................................................................\
........................................ ...............................................84
Date ......................................................................\
.................................................... .................................................................84
M onitor Settings ........................................................................\
...................................... ..................................................86
Date Imprint ........................................................................\
.......................................... .......................................................87
AF Assist ........................................................................\
............................................. .............................................................88
Sound Settings ........................................................................\
........................................ ...................................................88
Blur Warning ........................................................................\
.......................................... ......................................................88
Auto Off   ........................................................................\
..................................................... .....................................................88
Fo rmat Memory/Format Card ........................................................................\
............................. .............................89
Language ...............................................................\
....................................................... .........................................................89
In te rface ...................................................................\
.................................................. .............................................................89
Reset all ........................................................................\
............................................. ..............................................................89
Fi rm ware Version ........................................................................\
...................................... .................................................89
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Technical Notes  90
Optional Accessories ........................................................................\
.................................. ......................90
Ca ring for the Camera ........................................................................\
................................. .....................91
Error Messages ........................................................................\
........................................ ............................93
Tr oubleshooting ..........................................................\
..................................................... ..........................96
Appendix ...............................................................\
....................................................... ............................. 100
Specifi  cations ................................................................\
...................................................... ..................... 104
I ndex ...................................................................\
...................................................... ................................... 107
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Ni kon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex elec-
tronic circuitry.  Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, bat-
te ries, and AC adapters) certifi ed by Nikon specifi cally for use with this Nikon digital camera 
are engineered and proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of 
this electronic circuitry.
T
HE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY VOID YOUR NIKON WARRANTY. 
F or more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon 
dealer.
EN-EL8 
r echargeable 
battery 
* Holographic  seal : Identifi es this 
device as an authentic Nikon 
product.
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