Nikon Coolpix S610 User Manual

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Introduction
First Steps
ABasic Photography and Playback: 
Auto Mode
C xShooting Suited for the Scene
sFocusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child 
Mode
aAutomatic Shooting of a Smiling Face
cMore on Playback
DMovies
EVoice Recordings
Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus
Technical Notes
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For Your Safety
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:
WARNINGS
Turn off in the Event of 
Malfunction
Should you notice smoke or an 
unusual smell coming from the 
camera or AC adapter, 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 for inspection.
Do not Disassemble
Touching the internal parts of the 
camera or AC adapter could result in 
injury. Repairs should be performed 
only by qualified 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 for inspection, 
after unplugging the product and/or 
removing the battery.Do not use the Camera or AC 
Adapter in the Presence of 
Flammable Gas
Do not use electronic equipment in 
the presence of flammable gas, as this 
could result in explosion or fire.
Handle the Camera Strap with 
Care
Never place the strap around the neck 
of an infant or child.
Keep out of Reach of Children
Particular care should be taken to 
prevent infants from putting the 
battery or other small parts into their 
mouths.
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon 
product to prevent possible injury.
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For Your Safety
Observe the following 
precautions when handling 
the battery
The battery may leak or explode if 
improperly handled. Observe the 
following precautions when handling 
the battery for use in this product:
•Before replacing the battery, turn 
the product off. If you are using the 
AC adapter, be sure it is unplugged.
•Use only a Rechargeable Li-ion 
Battery EN-EL12 (supplied). Charge 
the battery by inserting it into a 
Battery Charger MH-65 (supplied 
only with the COOLPIX S610), or by 
inserting it into the camera and 
connecting the AC Adapter EH-63 
(supplied only with the COOLPIX 
S610c).
•When inserting the battery, do not 
attempt to insert it upside down or 
backwards.
•Do not short or disassemble the 
battery or attempt to remove or 
break the battery insulation or 
casing.
•Do not expose the battery to flame 
or to excessive heat.
•Do not immerse in or expose to 
water.
•Replace the terminal cover when 
transporting the battery. Do not 
transport or store with metal objects 
such as necklaces or hairpins.
•The battery is prone to leakage 
when fully discharged. To avoid 
damage to the product, 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 the damaged battery 
comes in contact with clothing or 
skin, rinse immediately with plenty 
of water.
Observe the following 
precautions when handling 
the battery charger/AC 
adapter
•Do not use with travel converters or 
adapters designed to convert from 
one voltage to another or with DC-
to-AC inverters. Failure to observe 
this precaution could damage the 
product or cause overheating or fire.
•Keep dry. Failure to observe this 
precaution could result in fire or 
electric shock.
•Dust on or near the metal parts of 
the plug should be removed with a 
dry cloth. Continued use could 
result in fire.
•Do not handle the power cable or 
go near the battery charger/AC 
adapter during lightning storms. 
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 flame. Should the insulation 
be damaged and the wires become 
exposed, take it to a Nikon-
authorized service representative for 
inspection. Failure to observe these 
precautions could result in fire or 
electric shock.
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For Your Safety
•Do not handle the plug or battery 
charger/AC adapter with wet hands. 
Failure to observe this precaution 
could result in electric shock.
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 maintain compliance with 
product regulations.
Handle moving parts with 
care
Be careful that your fingers 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 damage the 
equipment.
Observe caution when using 
the flash
Using the flash close to your subject’s 
eyes could cause temporary visual 
impairment. Particular care should be 
observed if photographing infants, 
when the flash should be no less than 
one meter (39 in.) from the subject.Do not operate the flash with 
the flash window touching a 
person or object
Failure to observe this precaution 
could result in burns or fire.
Avoid contact with liquid 
crystal
Should the monitor break, care should 
be taken to avoid injury caused by 
broken glass and to prevent liquid 
crystal from the monitor touching the 
skin or entering the eyes or mouth.
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Notices
Notice for Customers in the 
U.S.A.
Federal Communications 
Commission (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 installation. 
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 
communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not 
occur in a particular installation. If this 
equipment does cause harmful 
interference to radio or television 
reception, which can be determined 
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 different from that 
to which the receiver is connected.•Consult the dealer or an 
experienced radio/television 
technician for help.
CAUTIONS
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be 
notified that any changes or 
modifications made to this device that 
are not expressly approved by Nikon 
Corporation may void the user’s 
authority to operate the equipment.
Interface Cables
Use the interface cables sold or 
provided by Nikon for your equipment. 
Using other interface cables may 
exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of 
the FCC rules.
Notice for customers in the State of 
California
WARNING: Handling the cord on this 
product will expose you to lead, a 
chemical known to the State of 
California to cause birth defects or 
other reproductive harm. Wash hands 
after handling.
Nikon Inc.,
1300 Walt Whitman Road 
Melville, New York 11747-3064 
USA
Tel: 631-547-4200
COOLPIX S610/S610c
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Notices
Notice for customers in Canada
CAUTION
This Class B digital apparatus complies 
with Canadian ICES-003.
ATTENTION
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B 
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du 
Canada.
Symbol 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.
This symbol on the battery 
indicates that the battery is 
to be collected separately.
The following apply only to 
users in European countries: 
•This battery 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.
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Table of Contents
For Your Safety........................................................................................................................................ ii
WARNINGS .................................................................................................................................................................. ii
Notices ....................................................................................................................................................... v
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................1
About This Manual ................................................................................................................................ 1
Information and Precautions ............................................................................................................. 2
Parts of the Camera ............................................................................................................................... 4
The Camera Body ...................................................................................................................................................4
Attaching the Camera Strap ............................................................................................................................4
The Monitor................................................................................................................................................................6
Basic Operations..................................................................................................................................... 8
The c (shooting/playback) Button...........................................................................................................8
The e (mode) Button ..................................................................................................................................8
The Rotary Multi Selector...................................................................................................................................9
The d Button.................................................................................................................................................... 11
Help Displays .......................................................................................................................................................... 11
First Steps ............................................................................................................................................. 12
Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610) .....................................12
Inserting the Battery into the Camera ..........................................................................................14
Removing the Battery ....................................................................................................................................... 15
Turning On and Off the Camera................................................................................................................. 15
Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c) ...........................................16
Setting Display Language, Date, and Time ................................................................................18
Inserting Memory Cards ....................................................................................................................20
Removing Memory Cards............................................................................................................................... 21
A Basic Photography and Playback: Auto Mode ................................................................. 22
Step 1 Turn the Camera On and Select A (Auto) Mode .......................................................22
Step 2 Frame a Picture .......................................................................................................................24
Step 3 Focus and Shoot .....................................................................................................................26
Step 4 Viewing and Deleting Pictures ..........................................................................................28
Using the Flash......................................................................................................................................30
Setting the Flash Mode .................................................................................................................................... 30
Taking Pictures with the Self-Timer...............................................................................................32
Macro Mode ...........................................................................................................................................33
Exposure Compensation ...................................................................................................................34
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Table of Contents
Shooting Suited for the Scene ...................................................................................................... 35
C Shooting in Scene Mode .............................................................................................................35
Setting the Scene Mode.................................................................................................................................. 35
Features ..................................................................................................................................................................... 36
Taking Pictures in Food Mode ..................................................................................................................... 41
Taking Pictures for a Panorama .................................................................................................................. 43
x Shooting in the Scene Mode Selected by the Camera (Scene Auto Selector).........45
Taking Pictures in Scene Auto Selector Mode................................................................................... 45
s Focusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child Mode .................................................... 47
Active Child Mode ...............................................................................................................................47
a Automatic Shooting of a Smiling Face ................................................................................ 49
Shooting in Smile Mode ....................................................................................................................49
c More on Playback ....................................................................................................................... 51
Viewing Multiple Pictures: Thumbnail Playback ......................................................................51
Taking a Closer Look: Playback Zoom ..........................................................................................52
Editing Pictures .....................................................................................................................................53
Enhancing Brightness and Contrast: D-Lighting.............................................................................. 54
Creating a Cropped Copy: Crop ................................................................................................................. 55
Resizing Pictures: Small Picture................................................................................................................... 56
Voice Memos: Recording and Playback .......................................................................................57
Viewing Pictures by Date ..................................................................................................................58
D Movies ............................................................................................................................................. 61
Recording Movies ................................................................................................................................61
The Movie Menu...................................................................................................................................62
D Selecting Movie Options.......................................................................................................................... 62
I Autofocus Mode ........................................................................................................................................... 62
Movie Playback .....................................................................................................................................63
Deleting Movie Files........................................................................................................................................... 63
E Voice Recordings........................................................................................................................... 64
Making Voice Recordings..................................................................................................................64
Playing Voice Recordings ..................................................................................................................66
Deleting Sound Files.......................................................................................................................................... 67
Copying Voice Recordings................................................................................................................68
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