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  • Page 1 DIGITAL CAMERA User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Highlight Feature of the COOLPIX S6600 c Gesture control - Easily Take Self-portraits The direction and angle of the monitor on this camera can be adjusted. You can easily take self-portrait images in combination with Gesture control. • When you open the monitor and face it forward in the same direction as the camera lens, you can take images without pressing the shutter-release button, simply by moving your hand toward an icon displayed on the monitor.
  • Page 3 Introduction Parts of the Camera The Basics of Shooting and Playback Shooting Features Playback Features Recording and Playing Back Movies General Camera Setup Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Technical Notes and Index...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction Read This First Thank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S6600 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the information in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) and familiarize yourself with the information provided in this manual. After reading, please keep this manual handy and refer to it to enhance your enjoyment of your new camera.

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    To learn about the parts of the camera and information that is displayed in the monitor, see “Parts of the Camera” (A1). About the Included “Reference Manual CD” A PDF version of the COOLPIX S6600 Reference Manual can be found on the included CD. Refer to it for more detailed information. Viewing the “Reference Manual CD”...
  • Page 6 Other Information • Symbols and Conventions To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are used in this manual: Symbol Description This icon indicates cautions and information that should be read before using the camera.

  • Page 7: Information And Precautions

    Before taking pictures on important occasions (such as at weddings or before taking the camera on a trip), take a test shot to ensure that the camera is functioning normally. Nikon will not be held liable for damages or lost profits that may result from product malfunction.
  • Page 8 • Nikon will not be held liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product. • While every effort was 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 provided separately).
  • Page 9 Disposing of Data Storage Devices Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in camera memory does not completely erase the original image data. Deleted files can sometimes be recovered from discarded storage devices using commercially available software, potentially resulting in the malicious use of personal image data.

  • Page 10: For Your Safety

    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.
  • Page 11 Do not remain in contact with the • When inserting the battery, do not camera, battery charger, or AC attempt to insert it upside down or adapter for extended periods backwards. while the devices are on or in use • Do not short or disassemble the battery or attempt to remove or break the Parts of the devices become hot.
  • Page 12 Turn the power off while inside the airplane output jacks, use only the cables provided during take off or landing. Do not use or sold by Nikon for the purpose, to wireless network functions while in the air. maintain compliance with product Follow the instructions of the hospital when regulations.

  • Page 13: Notices

    This device that are not expressly approved by equipment generates, uses, and can radiate Nikon Corporation may void the user’s radio frequency energy and, if not installed authority to operate the equipment. and used in accordance with the...
  • Page 14 This symbol indicates that electrical and electronic Use the interface cables sold or provided by equipment is to be collected Nikon for your equipment. Using other separately. interface cables may exceed the limits of Class B Part 15 of the FCC rules.

  • Page 15: Wi-Fi (Wireless Lan Network)

    (products purchased in the EU or EFTA can be used anywhere within the EU and EFTA). Nikon does not accept liability for use in other countries. Users who are unsure as to the original country of sale should consult with their local Nikon service center or Nikon-authorized service representative.
  • Page 16 102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. Please refer to the SAR test report that was uploaded to FCC website. Declaration of Conformity (Europe) Hereby, Nikon Corporation, declares that COOLPIX S6600 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. The declaration of conformity may be consulted at http://imaging.nikon.com/support/pdf/DoC_S6600.pdf.
  • Page 17 In the event of this equipment causing harmful radio wave interference with another station, promptly change the operating frequency or stop radio wave emission by turning off the power, etc. 3. If you have further questions, contact a Nikon service center or Nikon authorized service representative.

  • Page 18: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preparation 4 Setting the Display Language, Introduction ........... ii Date, and Time........... 16 Read This First ............ii Step 1 Turn the Camera On......20 Confirming the Package Contents....ii Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode....22 About This Manual ..........
  • Page 19 Using Macro Mode..........53 Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Adjusting Brightness (Exposure ................80 Compensation)............54 Functions That Can Be Performed Using Default Settings............55 Functions That Can Be Set with the d Wi-Fi............... 80 Take Photos..............80 Button (Shooting Menu) ........ 57 View Photos ...............
  • Page 20 List by Date Mode........E11 White Balance (Adjusting Hue)..... E36 Continuous Shooting ......... E39 Viewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence)......E12 ISO Sensitivity........... E42 Viewing Images in a Sequence .... E12 Color Options........... E43 Deleting Images in a Sequence ... E13 AF Area Mode ..........
  • Page 21 Gesture Control..........E76 Index..............F25 Vibration Reduction........E77 Motion Detection.......... E78 AF Assist .............. E79 Digital Zoom ............ E79 Sound Settings ..........E80 Auto Off............... E80 Format Memory/Format Card....E81 Language ............E82 TV Settings............E82 Charge by Computer........E83 Blink Warning...........

  • Page 23: Parts Of The Camera

    Parts of the Camera The Camera Body 2 3 4 Lens cover closed Flash................49 Self-timer lamp.............51 AF-assist illuminator ..........79 Shutter-release button........26 Microphone (stereo) Zoom control............25 f: wide-angle ..........25 Lens g: telephoto............25 Lens cover h: thumbnail playback......69 i: playback zoom..........
  • Page 24 Charge lamp ............13 Battery-chamber/ Flash lamp............... 49 memory card slot cover......10, 14 b (e movie-record) button..... 72 Power connector cover (for connection with optional AC adapter) Multi selector............4 Tripod socket k (apply selection) button ......4 Speaker l (delete) button.......30, E61 Monitor..............3, 6 d (menu) button....

  • Page 25: Attaching The Camera Strap

    Attaching the Camera Strap Opening and Adjusting the Angle of the Monitor The direction and angle of the monitor on this camera can be adjusted. This is useful when shooting with the camera in a high or low position. In addition, using this feature with Gesture control (A46) makes it easy to take self-portrait images.

  • Page 26: Using Menus (The D Button)

    Using Menus (the d Button) Use the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus. Press the d button. Press the multi selector J. • The menu is displayed. • The current menu icon is displayed in yellow. Shooting menu Image mode White balance Continuous...
  • Page 27 Press the k button. Select a menu option. • The settings for the option you selected are displayed. Vibration reduction Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Gesture control Vibration reduction Motion detection Press the k button. Select a setting.

  • Page 28: The Monitor

    The Monitor The information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s settings and state of use. By default, information is displayed when the camera is first turned on and when you operate the camera, and turns off after a few seconds (when Photo info is set to Auto info in Monitor settings (A78)).
  • Page 29 Focus area (subject tracking)..58, E47 Shooting mode..........22, 23 Flash mode............. 49 Shutter speed............27 Macro mode ............53 ISO sensitivity............58 Zoom indicator ..........25, 53 Battery level indicator ........20 Focus indicator............. 26 Print date..............78 Travel destination icon ......E71 Movie options (normal speed movies) ................75, E64 “Date not set”...

  • Page 30: Playback Mode

    Playback Mode 10 11 4 5 6 7 8 9 999 / 999 999 / 999 9999 / 9999 9999 / 9999 999 / 999 999 / 999 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 29m00s 9999. JPG 9999. JPG 15 / 11 / 2013 15:30 15 / 11 / 2013 15:30...
  • Page 31 Album icon in favorite pictures mode (a) Current image number/ .................. E6 total number of images (b) Movie length Category icon in auto sort mode ..E10 Image mode.......... 58, E34 List by date icon ..........E11 Easy panorama .............38 Protect icon..........70, E57 Movie options ........

  • Page 32: The Basics Of Shooting And Playback

    The Basics of Shooting and Playback Preparation 1 Insert the Battery Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the battery. Battery latch • Push the orange battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1), and fully insert the battery (2). •...

  • Page 33: Removing The Battery

    Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. Removing the Battery Turn the camera off and make sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off, and then open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. Move the battery latch in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) to eject the battery (2).

  • Page 34: Preparation 2 Charge The Battery

    Preparation 2 Charge the Battery Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter. If a plug adapter* is included with your camera, attach the plug adapter to the plug on the Charging AC Adapter. Push the plug adapter firmly until it is securely held in place. Once the two are connected, attempting to forcibly remove the plug adapter could damage the product.
  • Page 35 Charge lamp Description Flashes slowly (green) The battery is charging. When charging is complete, the charge lamp stops flashing green and turns off. About 3 hours are required to charge a fully exhausted battery. • The ambient temperature is not suited to charging. Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F).

  • Page 36: Preparation 3 Insert A Memory Card

    Preparation 3 Insert a Memory Card Turn off the camera and open the battery- chamber/memory card slot cover. Insert the memory card. Memory card slot • Slide the memory card in until it clicks into place. Be Careful to Insert the Memory Card in Correct Direction Inserting the memory card upside down or backwards could damage the camera and the memory card.

  • Page 37: Internal Memory And Memory Cards

    Formatting Memory Cards The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this camera, make sure to format it with this camera. Insert the card into the camera, press the d button, and select Format card in the setup menu.

  • Page 38: Preparation 4 Setting The Display Language, Date, And Time

    Preparation 4 Setting the Display Language, Date, and Time When the camera is turned on for the first time, the language-selection screen and the date and time setting screen for the camera clock are displayed. • If you exit without setting the date and time, O will flash when the shooting screen is displayed.
  • Page 39 Select your home time zone and press the k button. London, Casablanca • To enable daylight saving time, press H. When the daylight saving time function is enabled, W is displayed above the map. To turn off the daylight saving time function, press I.
  • Page 40 Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting • You can change these settings using the Language and Time zone and date settings in the z setup menu (A78). • You can enable or disable daylight saving time in the z setup menu by selecting Time zone and date followed by Time zone.

  • Page 42: Step 1 Turn The Camera On

    Step 1 Turn the Camera On Press the power switch. • The monitor turns on. • To turn the camera off, press the power switch again. Check the battery level indicator and the number of exposures remaining. Battery level indicator Number of exposures remaining Display...
  • Page 43 The Auto Off Function Flashes No operations No operations performed performed 3 min 25m 0s 25m 0s Camera enters Camera turns off. standby mode. • The time that elapses before the camera enters standby mode is about one minute. The time can be changed using the Auto off setting in the setup menu (A78).

  • Page 44: Step 2 Select A Shooting Mode

    Step 2 Select a Shooting Mode Press the A button. Use the multi selector HI to Auto mode select a shooting mode and press the k button. • A (auto) mode is used in this example. • The shooting mode setting is saved even after the camera is turned off.

  • Page 45: Available Shooting Modes

    Available Shooting Modes Scene auto selector The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene. Scene mode Camera settings are optimized according to the scene that you select. Special effects Effects can be applied to images during shooting.

  • Page 46: Step 3 Frame A Picture

    Step 3 Frame a Picture Hold the camera steady. • Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens, flash, AF assist-illuminator, microphone, and speaker. • When taking pictures in portrait (“tall”) orientation, turn the camera so that the flash is above the lens. Frame the picture.

  • Page 47: Using The Zoom

    When Using a Tripod • We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations. - When shooting in dim lighting - When shooting with the flash mode (A50) set to W (off) - When using the telephoto setting •...

  • Page 48: Step 4 Focus And Shoot

    Step 4 Focus and Shoot Press the shutter-release button halfway. • When the subject is in focus, the focus area glows green (multiple focus areas can glow green). • When you are using digital zoom, the camera focuses on the subject in the center of the frame and the focus area is not displayed.

  • Page 49: The Shutter-Release Button

    The Shutter-release Button To set focus and exposure (shutter speed and aperture value), press the shutter-release button lightly until you feel a slight Press halfway resistance. Focus and exposure remain locked while the shutter- release button is pressed halfway. Press the shutter-release button all the way to release the shutter and take an image.

  • Page 50: Step 5 Play Back Images

    Step 5 Play Back Images Press the c (playback) button. • If you press and hold down the c (playback) button while the camera is turned off, the camera turns on in playback mode. Use the multi selector to select an image to Display the previous image display.
  • Page 51 Notes About the Quick Effects Function • When e is displayed in full-frame playback mode, you can 4 / 4 4 / 4 press k button to apply an effect to the image. • When the effect selection screen is displayed, use the multi selector HIJK to select an effect, press the k button, and then select Yes in the confirmation dialog and press the k button to save the image as a separate file.

  • Page 52: Step 6 Delete Images

    Step 6 Delete Images Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor. Use the multi selector HI to select the desired deletion method and press the k Delete button. Current image • To exit without deleting, press the d button. Erase selected images All images Select Yes and press the k button.
  • Page 53 Operating the Erase Selected Images Screen Use the multi selector JK to select an image Erase selected images to be deleted, and then use H to display K. • To undo the selection, press I to remove K. • Move the zoom control (A1) toward g (i) to switch to full-frame playback or f (h) to switch to thumbnail playback.

  • Page 54: Shooting Features

    Shooting Features x (Scene Auto Selector) Mode The camera automatically selects the optimum scene mode when you frame an image, making it even easier to take images using settings that suit the scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M x (scene auto selector) mode M k button •...
  • Page 55 Selecting Scene Modes • When using digital zoom, d is selected as the shooting scene mode. • In some shooting conditions, the camera may not select the appropriate scene mode that you intended. If this happens, switch to A (auto) mode or select the scene mode that you want to use when taking images (A22).

  • Page 56: Scene Mode (Shooting Suited To Scenes)

    Scene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes) When a scene is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for the selected scene. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M b (second icon from the top*) M K M HIJK M select a scene M k button * The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.

  • Page 57: Tips And Notes

    Tips and Notes d Sports • While the shutter-release button is held all the way down, the camera shoots up to about 6 images continuously at a rate of about 2 fps (when image mode is set to P). • The frame rate for continuous shooting may vary depending upon the current image mode setting, the memory card used, or shooting condition.

  • Page 58: Night Landscape

    j Night landscape • From the screen displayed after j Night landscape is selected, select Hand-held or Tripod. • Hand-held (default setting): - When the j icon at the top left of the monitor glows green, press the shutter-release button all the way to capture a series of images which are combined into a single image and saved.

  • Page 59: M Fireworks Show

    l Museum • The camera captures a series of up to ten images while the shutter-release button is held all the way down, and the sharpest image in the series is automatically selected and saved (BSS (Best Shot Selector)). • The flash does not fire. m Fireworks show •...

  • Page 60: Easy Panorama

    p Easy panorama • From the screen displayed after p Easy panorama is selected, select the shooting range from Normal (180°) or Wide (360°). • The zoom position is fixed at wide-angle. • Press the shutter-release button all the way down, remove your finger from the button, and then slowly pan the camera horizontally.

  • Page 61: O Pet Portrait

    O Pet portrait • When you point the camera at a dog or cat, the camera detects the pet’s face and focuses on it. By default, the shutter is automatically released when focus is acquired (pet portrait auto release). • From the screen displayed after O Pet portrait is selected, select Single or Continuous. - Single: Whenever the detected face is in focus, the camera captures one image.

  • Page 62: Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)

    Special Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting) Effects can be applied to images during shooting. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M D (third icon from the top*) M K M HIJK M select an effect M k button * The icon of the last effect selected is displayed.
  • Page 63 • The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame. • When Selective color or Cross process is selected, use the multi selector HI to select the desired color from the slider. To change settings for any of the following functions, press the k button to cancel color selection.

  • Page 64: Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images Of Smiling Faces)

    Smart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces) When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically without pressing the shutter-release button (smile timer (A59)). You can use the skin softening option to smooth the skin tones of human faces. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M F Smart portrait mode M k button Frame the picture.
  • Page 65 When the Self-timer Lamp Flashes When using smile timer, the self-timer lamp flashes when the camera detects a face and flashes quickly immediately after the shutter is released. Functions Available in Smart Portrait Mode • Flash mode (A49) • Self-timer (A51) •...

  • Page 66: A (Auto) Mode

    A (Auto) Mode Used for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted to suit the shooting conditions and the type of shot you want to capture. Enter shooting mode M A (shooting mode) button M A (auto) mode M k button •...

  • Page 67: Using Quick Effects

    Using Quick Effects When in A (auto) mode, you can apply effects to images immediately after releasing the shutter. • The edited image is saved as a separate file with a different name. Press the k button when the image is Quick effects displayed after it is taken in A (auto) mode.

  • Page 68: Using The Self-Timer With Gesture Control

    Using the Self-timer with Gesture Control When you position the monitor facing forward in the same direction as the camera lens and move your hand toward an icon displayed on the monitor, the shutter is released after a countdown. You can also move your hand toward the other icons to control the zoom position or record a movie.

  • Page 69: Take The Picture

    Frame the picture. • To adjust the zoom position, move your hand toward r (wide-angle) or s (telephoto). The zoom position changes one step at a time. • If the camera is unable to detect your palm, try step 2 again.

  • Page 70: Functions That Can Be Set Using The Multi Selector

    Functions That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector The functions that are available vary with the shooting mode, as shown below. Special Smart A (auto) (scene auto Scene effects portrait selector) 1 X Flash mode (A49) 2 n Self-timer (A51) 3 p Macro (A53) –...

  • Page 71: Using The Flash

    Using the Flash You can select the flash mode to match the shooting conditions. Press the multi selector H (m). Select the desired flash mode (A50) and Auto press the k button. • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled.

  • Page 72: Available Flash Modes

    Available Flash Modes Auto The flash fires when necessary, such as in dim lighting. • The flash mode icon on the shooting screen is displayed only immediately after the setting is made. Auto with red-eye reduction Reduce “red-eye” in portraits caused by the flash. The flash does not fire.

  • Page 73: Using The Self-Timer

    Using the Self-timer The camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter about ten seconds or two seconds after you press the shutter-release button. Set Vibration reduction to Off in the setup menu (A78) when using a tripod to stabilize the camera during shooting.
  • Page 74 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down. • Countdown starts. The self-timer lamp flashes and then glows steadily about one second before the shutter is released. • When the shutter is released, the self-timer is set to OFF. 1/250 1/250 F3.3...

  • Page 75: Using Macro Mode

    Using Macro Mode Use macro mode when taking close-up images. Press the multi selector I (p). Select ON and press the k button. Macro mode • If a setting is not applied by pressing the k button within a few seconds, the selection will be canceled. Move the zoom control to set the zoom ratio to a position where F and the zoom indicator glow green.

  • Page 76: Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)

    Adjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation) You can adjust overall image brightness. Press the multi selector K (o). Select a compensation value and press the k Exposure compensation button. • To brighten the image, set a positive (+) value. • To darken the image, set a negative (–) value. •...

  • Page 77: Default Settings

    Default Settings Default settings for each shooting mode are described below. Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A49) (A51) (A53) (A54) x (scene auto selector) Scene b (portrait) c (landscape) d (sports) e (night portrait) f (party/indoor) Z (beach) z (snow) h (sunset) i (dusk/dawn) j (night...
  • Page 78 Exposure Flash Self-timer Macro compensation (A49) (A51) (A53) (A54) o (backlighting) p (easy panorama) O (pet portrait) D (special effects) F (smart portrait) A (auto) The camera automatically selects the flash mode appropriate for the scene it has selected. W (off) can be selected manually.

  • Page 79: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Shooting Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu) The settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during shooting (A4). Image mode White balance Continuous ISO sensitivity Color options 25m 0s 25m 0s AF area mode Autofocus mode The settings that can be changed vary depending on the shooting mode, as shown below.

  • Page 80: Options Available In The Shooting Menu

    Options Available in the Shooting Menu Option Description Allows you to set the combination of image size and image quality Image mode used when saving images. • Default setting: P 4608×3456 Allows you to adjust white balance to suit the weather conditions or light source in order to make the colors in images match what White balance you see with your eyes.
  • Page 81 Option Description Allows you to select the skin softening level for human faces. Skin softening • Default setting: Normal Allows you to select whether or not the camera automatically Smile timer releases the shutter when it detects a human smiling face. •...

  • Page 82: Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously

    Functions That Cannot Be Used Simultaneously Some functions cannot be used with other menu options. Restricted function Option Description When a setting other than Single is selected, Continuous (A58) the flash cannot be used. When Blink proof is set to On, the flash Flash mode Blink proof (A59) cannot be used.
  • Page 83 Restricted function Option Description If the self-timer is used when Pre-shooting Continuous Self-timer (A51) cache is selected, the setting changes to Single. When Pre-shooting cache, Continuous H: 120 fps, Continuous H: 60 fps, or Multi- ISO sensitivity Continuous (A58) shot 16 is selected, the ISO sensitivity setting is automatically specified according to the brightness.
  • Page 84 Restricted function Option Description When a setting other than Single is selected, Continuous (A58) Motion detection is disabled. When the ISO sensitivity is set to any setting ISO sensitivity (A58) other than Auto, Motion detection is disabled. Motion detection When Subject tracking is selected, Motion AF area mode (A58) detection is disabled.

  • Page 85: Focusing

    Focusing The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Using Target Finding AF When AF area mode (A58) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner described below when you press the shutter-release button halfway. •...

  • Page 86: Using Face Detection

    Using Face Detection In the following shooting modes, the camera uses face detection to automatically focus on human faces. • x (scene auto selector) mode (A32) • Portrait or Night portrait scene mode (A34) • Smart portrait mode (A42) • When AF area mode (A58) in A (auto) mode (A44) is set to Face priority.

  • Page 87: Using Skin Softening

    Using Skin Softening When the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects human faces and processes the image to soften facial skin tones (up to three faces). • Smart portrait mode (A42) - The skin softening level can be adjusted.

  • Page 88: Subjects Not Suitable For Autofocus

    Subjects Not Suitable for Autofocus The camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subject may not be in focus despite the fact that the focus area or the focus indicator glows green: •...

  • Page 89: Focus Lock

    Focus Lock Focus lock shooting is recommended when the camera does not activate the focus area that contains the desired subject. Set AF area mode to Center in A (auto) mode (A57). Position the subject in the center of the frame and press the shutter- release button halfway.

  • Page 90: Playback Features

    Playback Features Playback Zoom Moving the zoom control toward g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A28) zooms in on the image. Displayed area guide 4 / 4 4 / 4 0004. JPG 0004. JPG 15 / 11 / 2013 15:30 15 / 11 / 2013 15:30 Full-frame Playback Image is zoomed in.

  • Page 91: Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display

    Thumbnail Playback, Calendar Display Moving the zoom control toward f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A28) displays images as thumbnails. 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 1 / 20 2013 11 Su M Tu W Th F Sa 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12...

  • Page 92: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Playback Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu) When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, you can configure the menu operations listed below by pressing the d button (A4). Option Description Allows you to create retouched copies in which contrast and Quick retouch* saturation have been enhanced.
  • Page 93 Option Description Allows you to copy images between the internal memory and a Copy memory card. Allows you to select whether to display only the key picture for a sequence of images captured continuously or to display the Sequence display sequence as individual images.

  • Page 94: Recording And Playing Back Movies

    Recording and Playing Back Movies Recording Movies Display the shooting screen. • Check the remaining amount of movie recording time. • If Photo info in the Monitor settings (A78) in the setup menu is set to Movie frame+auto info, the area that will be visible in the movie can be confirmed before movie recording starts.
  • Page 95 Maximum Movie Length Individual movie files cannot exceed 4 GB in size or 29 minutes in length, even when there is sufficient free space on the memory card for longer recording. • The maximum movie length for a single movie is displayed on the shooting screen. •...
  • Page 96 Camera Temperature • The camera may become warm when shooting movies for an extended period of time or when the camera is used in a hot area. • If the inside of the camera becomes extremely hot when recording movies, the camera will automatically stop recording.

  • Page 97: Functions That Can Be Set With The D Button (Movie Menu)

    Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu) Enter shooting mode M d button M D menu icon M k button The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Movie options Open with HS footage Autofocus mode Wind noise reduction Option...

  • Page 98: Playing Back Movies

    Playing Back Movies Press the c button to enter playback mode. Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A75). Press the k button to play back movies. 0010. MOV 0010. MOV 15 / 11 / 2013 15:30 15 / 11 / 2013 15:30 Movie options •...
  • Page 99 Functions Available During Playback Playback controls are displayed at the bottom of the monitor. The operations listed below can be performed by using the multi selector JK to select a control and then pressing the k Paused button. Function Icon Description Hold down the k button to rewind the movie.

  • Page 100: General Camera Setup

    General Camera Setup Functions That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu) Press the d button M z (setup) menu icon M k button The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured. Welcome screen Time zone and date Monitor settings Print date Gesture control...
  • Page 101 Option Description Allows you to set whether or not the camera automatically increases the shutter speed to reduce blurring caused by Motion detection camera shake if motion is detected when shooting still images. AF assist Allows you to enable or disable the AF-assist illuminator. Digital zoom Allows you to enable and disable digital zoom.

  • Page 102: Using The Wi-Fi (Wireless Lan) Function

    Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Function Functions That Can Be Performed Using Wi-Fi 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 take still images using the two methods described below.

  • Page 103: Connecting The Smart Device To The Camera

    Connecting the Smart Device to the Camera Press the d button M z menu icon M Wi-Fi options M k button Use the multi selector HI to select the Wi-Fi Wi-Fi options network and press the k button. Wi-Fi network SSID Auth./encryp.
  • Page 104 Set 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 name (SSID) that can be used for the smart device is displayed, select the SSID displayed on the camera.

  • Page 105: Connecting The Camera To A Tv, Computer, Or Printer

    Connecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or Printer Connection Methods You can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to a TV, computer, or printer. USB/audio/video output connector HDMI micro connector (Type D) Open the connector Insert the plug straight.
  • Page 106 Viewing images on a TV Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV. Connection method: Connect the video and audio plugs of an optional audio video cable to the TV’s input jacks. Alternatively, connect a commercially available HDMI cable to the TV’s HDMI input jack.

  • Page 107: Using Viewnx 2

    • An Internet connection is required. Compatible Operating Systems Windows Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP Macintosh Mac OS X10.6, 10.7, 10.8 Refer to the Nikon website for details on system requirements, including the latest information on operating system compatibility.
  • Page 108 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. • Windows: If instructions for operating the CD-ROM are displayed in the window, follow the instructions to proceed to the installation window. • Mac OS: When the ViewNX 2 window is displayed, double-click the Welcome icon. Select a language in the language selection dialog to open the installation window.
  • Page 109 The following software is installed: • ViewNX 2 (consisting of the three modules below) - Nikon Transfer 2: For transferring images to the computer - ViewNX 2: For viewing, editing, and printing transferred images - Nikon Movie Editor: For basic editing of transferred movies •...

  • Page 110: Transferring Images To The Computer

    Transferring Images to the Computer Choose how images will be copied to the computer. Choose one of the following methods: • Direct USB connection: Turn the camera off and ensure that the memory card is inserted in the camera. Connect the camera to the computer using the USB cable. The camera automatically turns on.
  • Page 111 File using Nikon Transfer 2 and click 2 Double-click Import File. If the memory card contains a large number of images, it may take a while for Nikon Transfer 2 to start. Wait until Nikon Transfer 2 starts. Connecting the USB Cable The connection may not be recognized if the camera is connected to the computer via a USB hub.

  • Page 112: Viewing Images

    Terminate the connection. • If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you are using a card reader or card slot, choose the appropriate option in the computer operating system to eject the removable disk corresponding to the memory card and then remove the card from the card reader or card slot.

  • Page 113: Technical Notes And Index

    Technical Notes and Index Caring for the Product............F2 The Camera........................F2 The Battery........................F3 Charging AC Adapter ....................F4 Memory Cards........................F5 Cleaning and Storage.............F6 Cleaning...........................F6 Storage ..........................F6 Troubleshooting............. F7 Specifications..............F17 Approved Memory Cards ..................F22 Index ................F25...

  • Page 114: Caring For The Product

    Caring for the Product The Camera To ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precautions described below in addition to the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) when using or storing the device. Do Not Drop The product may malfunction if subjected to strong shock or vibration.

  • Page 115: The Battery

    • Images in the monitor may be difficult to see under bright lighting. • The monitor is lit by an LED backlight. Should the monitor begin to dim or flicker, contact your Nikon-authorized service representative. The Battery Be sure to read and follow the warnings in “For Your Safety” (Aviii-x) before use.

  • Page 116: Charging Ac Adapter

    • Note that the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to cool before charging. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the battery, impair its performance, or prevent it from charging normally. • On cold days, the capacity of batteries tends to decrease. If an exhausted battery is used at a low temperature, the camera will not turn on.

  • Page 117: Memory Cards

    • Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than Charging AC Adapter EH-70P or USB-AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera. Memory Cards •...

  • Page 118: Cleaning And Storage

    Cleaning and Storage Cleaning Do not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals. Avoid touching glass parts with your fingers. Remove dust or lint with a blower (typically a small device with a rubber bulb attached to one end that is pumped to produce a stream of air out the other end).

  • Page 119: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your retailer or Nikon-authorized service representative. Power, Display, Settings Issues Problem Cause/Solution Wait for recording to end. If the problem persists, turn the camera off.
  • Page 120 Problem Cause/Solution • The camera automatically turns off to save power (auto off function). • The camera or battery have become too cold and cannot operate properly. Camera turns off without • The inside of the camera has become hot. Leave –...
  • Page 121 Problem Cause/Solution No indicators displayed in Hide info is selected for Photo info in Monitor 78, E73 monitor. settings in the setup menu. Time zone and date has not been set in the setup 16, 78, Print date not available. menu.
  • Page 122 Shooting Issues Problem Cause/Solution • Disconnect the HDMI cable or USB cable. 83, 88, E22, Cannot switch to shooting mode. • The camera cannot be switched to shooting mode while connected to a power outlet via the Charging AC Adapter. •...

  • Page 123: Panorama

    Problem Cause/Solution Bright specks appear in The flash is reflecting off particles in the air. Set the flash mode setting to W (off). images captured with flash. • The flash mode is set to W (off). • A scene mode that restricts the flash is selected. •...
  • Page 124 Problem Cause/Solution 79, E79 • Off is selected for the AF assist option in the setup menu. AF-assist illuminator may not light AF-assist illuminator does depending on the position of the focus area or the not light. current scene mode, even when Auto is selected. 46, E76 •...
  • Page 125 Problem Cause/Solution • In some shooting conditions, facial skin tones may not be softened. 70, E18 Skin tones are not softened. • For images containing four or more faces, try using the Skin softening effect in Glamour retouch in the playback menu. It may take more time to save images in the following situations.
  • Page 126 Playback Issues Problem Cause/Solution • This camera may not be able to play back images saved with another make or model of digital camera. – File cannot be played back. • This camera cannot play back movies recorded with another make or model of digital camera. •...
  • Page 127 – start when camera is • Confirm system requirements. connected to a computer. • The computer is not set to start Nikon Transfer 2 automatically. For more information about Nikon Transfer 2, refer to help information contained in ViewNX 2.
  • Page 128 Problem Cause/Solution • The memory card contains no images. Replace the Images to be printed are not memory card. displayed. • Remove the memory card to print images from the internal memory. The camera cannot be used to select the paper size in the following situations, even when printing from a PictBridge-compatible printer.

  • Page 129: Specifications

    Specifications Nikon COOLPIX S6600 Digital Camera Type Compact digital camera Number of effective pixels 16.0 million Image sensor -in. type CMOS; approx. 16.79 million total pixels Lens NIKKOR lens with 12× optical zoom 4.5-54.0 mm (angle of view equivalent to that of 25-300 mm lens in...
  • Page 130 Storage Media Internal memory (approx. 25 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory card File system DCF, Exif 2.3, and DPOF compliant Still pictures: JPEG File formats Sound files (Voice Memo): WAV Movies: MOV (Video: H.264/MPEG-4 AVC, Audio: LPCM stereo) • 16M (High) [4608 × 3456P] •...
  • Page 131 Flash Range (approx.) [W]: 0.5–3.0 m (1 ft 8 in.–9 ft 10 in.) (ISO sensitivity: Auto) [T]: 1.5–1.8 m (5 ft–5 ft 10 in.) Flash control TTL auto flash with monitor preflashes Interface Hi-Speed USB Data transfer protocol MTP, PTP Video output Can be selected from NTSC and PAL HDMI output...
  • Page 132 Operating environment Temperature 0°C–40°C (32°F–104°F) Humidity 85% or less (no condensation) Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Standards IEEE 802.11b/g/n (standard wireless LAN protocol) IEEE 802.11b: DBPSK/DQPSK/CCK Communications IEEE 802.11g: OFDM protocols IEEE 802.11n: OFDM Range (line of sight) Approx. 10 m (11 yd) Operating frequency 2412-2462 MHz (1-11 channels) IEEE 802.11b: 5 Mbps...
  • Page 133 Weight For Argentina and Korea: Approx. 72 g (2.6 oz) Specifications • Nikon will not be held liable for any errors this manual may contain. • The appearance of this product and its specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 134: Approved Memory Cards

    Approved Memory Cards The following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera. • Memory cards with an SD Speed Class rating of 6 or faster are recommended for recording movies. When using a memory card with a lower Speed Class rating, movie recording may stop unexpectedly.
  • Page 135 AVC Patent Portfolio License This product is licensed under the AVC Patent Portfolio License for the personal and non- commercial use of a consumer to (i) encode video in compliance with the AVC standard (“AVC video”) and/or (ii) decode AVC video that was encoded by a consumer engaged in a personal and non-commercial activity and/or was obtained from a video provider licensed to provide AVC video.

  • Page 136: Trademark Information

    • Android and Google Play are trademarks or registered trademarks of Google, Inc. • All other trade names mentioned in this manual or the other documentation provided with your Nikon product are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

  • Page 137: Index

    Index Symbols x Scene auto selector ......... 32 AC adapter ........83, E95 b Scene mode ..........34 AF area mode ........58, E44 D Special effects mode ......40 AF assist........1, 79, E79 F Smart portrait mode....... 42 Album..............
  • Page 138 Brightness ........... 78, E73 DSCN..............E94 BSS............37, E40 Button sound..........E80 Easy panorama p....34, 38, E2 Easy panorama playback....38, E5 Charge by computer ....79, E83 Exposure compensation....... 54 Charge lamp..........2, 13 Extension............E94 Charger..........13, E95 Eye-Fi upload ........

  • Page 139: List By Date Mode

    Format memory cards ..15, 79, E81 ISO sensitivity........58, E42 Formatting ....... 15, 79, E81 FSCN..............E94 JPG..............E94 Full-frame playback ......... 68 Full-time AF ..58, 75, E48, E68 Landscape c ............34 Language ........... 79, E82 Gesture control....46, 78, E76 Lens...............

  • Page 140: Image

    Night landscape j ......34, 36 Preset manual..........E37 Night portrait e........34, 35 Pre-shooting cache....E39, E41 Nikon Transfer 2 ........87, 89 Pressing halfway ..........27 Nostalgic sepia E .......... 40 Print..70, 84, E27, E29, E52 Number of exposures remaining Print date........

  • Page 141: Skin Softening

    Special effects mode........40 Sports d............34, 35 Scene mode ..........34, 35 SSCN..............E94 Selective color I ..........40 Standard color......... 58, E43 Self-timer..............51 Strap ................3 Self-timer lamp ..........1, 52 Subject tracking ....E45, E47 Sepia..............E43 Sunset h...............

  • Page 142: Wind Noise Reduction

    Volume ..........77, E60 WAV ..............E94 Welcome screen......78, E70 White balance ......... 58, E36 Wi-Fi options......79, 80, E85 Wind noise reduction....75, E69 Wireless LAN......79, 80, E85 Zoom ................ 25 Zoom control ..........1, 25 Zoom in..............25 Zoom out ...............
  • Page 144 No reproduction in any form of this manual, in whole or in part (except for brief quotation in critical articles or reviews), may be made without written authorization from NIKON CORPORATION. Printed in Hong Kong YP3H02(11) 6MN26011-02...

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