• Microsoft and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Macintosh, Mac OS, and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc.
• Adobe and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc.
• The SD logo is a trademark of the SD Card Association.
• PictBridge is a trademark.
• 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.
Introduction
First Steps
Basic Photography and Playback:
A
Auto Mode
C x
Connecting to Televisions, Computers, and Printers
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus
Technical Notes
Shooting Suited for the Scene
Focusing on a Moving Subject in Active Child
s
Mode
Automatic Shooting of a Smiling Face
a
More on Playback
c
Movies
D
Voice Recordings
E
i
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:
This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon
product to prevent possible injury.
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.
ii
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.
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 DCto-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 Nikonauthorized service representative for
inspection. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in fire or
electric shock.
iii
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 CDROMs 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.
iv
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.
COOLPIX S610/S610c
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
v
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.
vi
Table of Contents
For Your Safety........................................................................................................................................ ii
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
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
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
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
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
Creating a DPOF Print Order: Print Set.........................................................................................80
Shooting, Playback, and Setup Menus...................................................................................... 82
Shooting Options: The Shooting Menu.......................................................................................82
Displaying the Shooting Menu...................................................................................................................82
A Image Mode ....................................................................................................................................................83
B White Balance.................................................................................................................................................85
G Metering............................................................................................................................................................87
C Continuous ......................................................................................................................................................88
E ISO Sensitivity..................................................................................................................................................89
F Color Options..................................................................................................................................................89
G AF Area Mode.................................................................................................................................................90
I Autofocus Mode ...........................................................................................................................................93
Functions that Cannot Be Applied Simultaneously.......................................................................94
Playback Options: The Playback Menu ........................................................................................95
Displaying the Playback Menu....................................................................................................................95
b Slide Show........................................................................................................................................................97
c Delete...................................................................................................................................................................98
d Protect ...............................................................................................................................................................98
f Rotate Image...................................................................................................................................................99
h Copy..................................................................................................................................................................100
ix
Table of Contents
Basic Camera Setup: The Setup Menu.......................................................................................101
Displaying the Setup Menu........................................................................................................................102
a Menus...............................................................................................................................................................102
c Welcome Screen........................................................................................................................................103
d Date....................................................................................................................................................................104
e Monitor Settings .......................................................................................................................................107
C Date Imprint..................................................................................................................................................108
g Vibration Reduction.................................................................................................................................109
U Motion Detection......................................................................................................................................110
h AF Assist .........................................................................................................................................................110
u Digital Zoom................................................................................................................................................111
i Sound Settings ...........................................................................................................................................111
k Auto Off...........................................................................................................................................................112
l Format Memory/m Format Card....................................................................................................112
n Language ........................................................................................................................................................113
o Video Mode...................................................................................................................................................113
p Reset All...........................................................................................................................................................113
r Firmware Version ......................................................................................................................................115
Thank you for your purchase of a Nikon COOLPIX S610/S610c digital camera. This
manual was written to help you enjoy taking pictures with your Nikon digital
camera. Read this manual thoroughly before use, and keep it where all those who
use the product will read it.
Symbols and Conventions
To make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and
conventions are used:
This icon marks cautions,
information that should be read
before use to prevent damage to
the camera.
This icon marks notes, information
that should be read before using
C
the camera.
Notations
• A Secure Digital (SD) memory card is referred to as a “memory card.”
• The setting at the time of purchase is referred to as the “default setting.”
• The names of menu items displayed in the camera monitor, and the names of
buttons or messages displayed in a computer monitor are indicated in bold
text.
Screen Samples
In this manual, images are sometimes omitted from monitor display samples so
that monitor indicators can be more clearly shown.
Illustrations and Screen Display
• In this manual, the COOLPIX S610 digital camera is used for illustrative purposes.
Illustrations for both the COOLPIX S610 and the COOLPIX S610c are provided
when necessary.
• Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual may differ from actual
display.
This icon marks tips, additional
information that may be helpful
DB
when using the camera.
This icon indicates that more
information is available elsewhere
A
in this manual or in the Quick Start
Guide.
Introduction
C Memory Cards
Pictures 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, playback, 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
pictures to, or delete, or view pictures.
1
Information and Precautions
Life-Long Learning
As part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,
continually updated information is available online at the following sites:
Introduction
• For users in the U.S.A.: http://www.nikonusa.com/
• For users in Europe and Africa: http://www.europe-nikon.com/suppor t/
• For users in Asia, Oceania, and the Middle East: http://www.nikon-asia.co m/
Visit these sites to keep up-to-date with the latest product information, tips, answers to frequently
asked questions (FAQs), and general advice on digital imaging and photography. Additional
information may be available from the Nikon representative in your area. See the URL below for
contact information:
http://imaging.nikon.com/
Use Only Nikon Brand Electronic Accessories
Nikon COOLPIX cameras are designed to the highest standards and include complex electronic
circuitry. Only Nikon brand electronic accessories (including battery chargers, batteries and AC
adapters) certified by Nikon specifically for use with this Nikon digital camera are engineered and
proven to operate within the operational and safety requirements of this electronic circuitry.
THE USE OF NON-NIKON ELECTRONIC ACCESSORIES COULD DAMAGE THE CAMERA AND MAY
VOID YOUR
The use of third-party rechargeable Li-ion batteries not bearing the Nikon holographic seal could
interfere with normal operation of the camera or result in the batteries overheating, igniting,
rupturing, or leaking.
For more information about Nikon brand accessories, contact a local authorized Nikon dealer.
NIKON WARRANTY.
Holographic seal:
Identifies this device as an
authentic Nikon product.
Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery EN-EL12
Before Taking Important Pictures
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.
About the Manuals
• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed,
stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without
Nikon’s prior written permission.
• Nikon reserves the right to change the specifications 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 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).
2
Information and Precautions
Notice Concerning Prohibition of Copying or Reproduction
Note that simply being in possession of material that was 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, securities, government bonds or local government
bonds, even if such copies or reproductions are stamped “Sample”.
The copying or reproduction of paper money, coins, or securities which are circulated in a foreign
country is prohibited.
Unless the prior permission of the government was obtained, the copying or reproduction of
unused postage stamps or post cards issued by the government is prohibited.
The copying or reproduction of stamps issued by the government and of certified documents
stipulated by law is prohibited.
• Cautions on certain copies and reproductions
The government has issued cautions on copies or reproductions of securities issued by private
companies (shares, bills, checks, gift certificates, etc.), commuter passes or coupon tickets, except
when a minimum of necessary copies are to be provided for business use by a company. Also, do
not copy or reproduce passports issued by the government, licenses issued by public agencies
and private groups, 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,
woodcut prints, maps, drawings, movies and photographs is governed by national and
international copyright laws. Do not use this product for the purpose of making i llegal cop ies or to
infringe copyright laws.
Disposing of Data Storage Devices
Please note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or builtin 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. 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 (A 103). Care should be taken to avoid injury or damage
to property when physically destroying data storage devices.
If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, reset the wireless LAN settings stored in the camera. For more
information, see page 23 and 37 of the Wireless LAN Connection Guide.
18 File number and type .............................117
Wireless LAN Connection Guide
7
Basic Operations
The c (shooting/playback) Button
Introduction
The e (mode) Button
Press the c button once in shooting mode to enter
playback mode; press again to switch back to shooting
mode.
If the camera is turned off, hold down the c button to
turn the camera on in playback mode (A 28).
Holding down the c button when the camera is on
sets monitor brightness to the maximum level. Hold
down the c button again to change back to the
original brightness. The b icon will be displayed in the
monitor when monitor brightness is set to the
maximum level.
Use the e button to choose the shooting, playback,
or setup mode.
• Press the e button during shooting to display the
shooting-mode selection menu, or during playback to
display the playback-mode selection menu.
• Press the c button to switch between the mode
selection menu for shooting mode and playback
mode.
• Use the rotary multi selector to choose the desired
mode from the shooting-mode or playback-mode
selection menu (A 9).
Shooting-mode Selection Menu
8
7
6
1 Auto mode.......................................................22
This section describes standard uses of the rotary multi selector to select modes,
select menu options, and to apply selection.
For Shooting
Display m (flash mode) (A 30) menu
Select options*
Display n (self-timer)
(A 32) menu
Display p (macro mode) (A 33) menu
Display o (exposure
compensation) (A 34) guide
Apply selection
Flash mode
Introduction
* Items can also be selected by pressing the rotary multi selector up or down.
9
Basic Operations
15/11/2008 15:30
0004.JPG
44
For Playback
Select previous picture*
Introduction
15/11/2008 15:30
15/11/2008 15:30
0004.JPG
0004.JPG
Select next picture*
* Subsequent or previous pictures can also be selected by rotating the rotary multi selector.
For the Menu Screen
Select options
Return display to the
previous screen
Apply selection
(advance display to
the next screen)
1
Items can also be selected by pressing the rotary multi selector up or down. Pressing right or left in
shooting/playback-mode selection menu (A 8) or icons menu (A 102) will choose the items.
2
Pressing right in text menus (A 102) advances display to the next screen.
1
Shooting menu
2
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
ISO sensitivity
Exit
44
Shooting
C Note on the Rotary Multi Selector
In this manual, up, down, left, and right presses of the rotary multi selector may be indicated with H,
I, J, and K.
10
Basic Operations
The d Button
Press the d button to display the menu for the selected mode. Use the rotary
multi selector to navigate the menus (A 10). Press the d button again to exit
the menu.
Introduction
Displayed when
the menu
contains two or
more pages
Face priority
Auto
Manual
Center
Displayed when
there are more
previous menu
items
Shooting menu
Image mode
White balance
Metering
Continuous
Displayed when
there are one or
more menu items
to follow
Shooting menu
Color options
AF area mode
Autofocus mode
ExitExit
ISO sensitivity
Exit
The selected option
Press the k button or the
rotary multi selector K to
proceed to the next set of
AF area mode
Press the k button or the
rotary multi selector K to
apply selection.
options.
Help Displays
Press the g (j) button when M is displayed at the lower right of the menu screen
to view a description of the currently selected menu option.
To return to the original menu, press the g (j) button again.
Image mode
Set image quality and size.
ExitBack
11
First Steps
Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610)
If you are using the COOLPIX S610, charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12
(supplied) using the Battery Charger MH-65 (supplied).
• If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, the Battery Charger MH-65 is not supplied
with the camera. Insert the battery into the camera and charge it by connecting
the AC adapter. Proceed to “Inserting the Battery into the Camera” (A 14) and
“Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c)” (A 16).
First Steps
1 Connect the power cable.
Connect the power cable to the battery charger 1 and insert the wall plug into a power
outlet 2. The CHARGE lamp will light to show that the charger is on 3.
2
1
3
2 Charge the battery.
Insert the battery into the battery charger. Slide the
battery forward 1 and then press down until it locks
into place 2.
12
CHARGE lamp starts blinking 3 when battery is
inserted. Charging is complete when lamp stops
blinking 4.
About 150 minutes are required to charge a fully
exhausted battery.
Charging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610)
The following chart explains CHARGE lamp status.
CHARGE lampDescription
BlinksBattery charging.
OnBattery fully charged.
The battery is not inserted correctly. Remove the battery and
reinsert it into the battery charger so that the battery is lying flat.
Flickers
• Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature of
5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before use.
• The battery is faulty. Unplug the charger immediately and stop
charging the battery. Bring the battery and charger to a Nikonauthorized service representative for inspection.
3 Unplug the charger.
Remove the battery and unplug the charger.
B Notes on the Battery Charger
• The supplied battery charger is for use only with a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12. Do not use
with incompatible batteries.
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the batter y charger on page iii before using the battery
charger.
• Be sure to read the section, “The Battery” (A 119), thoroughly before use.
First Steps
C Notes on AC Power Supply
• To power the camera continuously for extended periods, use the AC Adapter EH-63 (available
separately from Nikon) (A 116). Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of
AC adapter. Failure to observe this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the
camera.
• If you are using the COOLPIX S610, the battery cannot be charged by inserting it into the camera
and connecting the AC adapter. The AC adapter and the supplied audio/video cable or USB cable
cannot be used at the same time.
13
Inserting the Battery into the Camera
Insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12 (supplied) into the camera.
• Charge the battery before the first use or when the battery is running low. For
more information about charging the battery, see “Charging the Battery Using
the Battery Charger (COOLPIX S610)” (A 12) if you are using the COOLPIX S610,
or “Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c)” (A 16) if you
are using the COOLPIX S610c.
First Steps
1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
Slide the cover latch to the Y position 1.
2 Insert the battery.
Confirm that the positive (+) and negative (–) terminals
are oriented correctly as described on the label at the
entrance of the battery chamber, and insert the battery.
Use the battery to push the orange battery latch in the
direction indicated by the arrow 1 and fully insert the
battery 2. When the battery is fully inserted, the battery
latch will lock it in place.
B Inserting the Battery
Inserting the battery upside down or backwards
could damage the camera. Be sure to check the
battery is in the correct orientation.
3 Close the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover.
Slide the cover latch to the Z position 2.
14
Inserting the Battery into the Camera
Removing the Battery
Turn the camera off and confirm that the power-on
lamp and the monitor are off before opening the
battery-chamber/memory card slot cover. To eject the
battery, open the battery-chamber/memory card slot
cover and slide the battery latch in the direction shown
1. The battery can then be removed by hand 2.
• Note that the battery may become hot during use;
observe due caution when removing the battery.
Turning On and Off the Camera
To turn on the camera, press the power switch. The
power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and the
monitor will turn on. To turn off the camera, press the
power switch again.
When the camera turns off, both the power-on lamp
and monitor will turn off.
• If the camera is turned off, hold down the c button to turn the camera on in
playback mode (A 28).
B Note on the Battery
• Be sure to read and follow the warnings for the battery on page iii and the section, “The Battery”
(A 119), before using the battery.
• If the battery will not be used for an extended period, recharge it at least once every six months
and run it flat before returning it to storage.
First Steps
D Auto Power Off in Shooting Mode (Standby Mode)
If no operations are performed for about five seconds in shooting mode, the monitor will dim to
save power. Using any of the camera controls will reactivate the display. If no operations are
performed for about a minute (default setting), the monitor will turn off automatically and the
camera will enter standby mode. If no operations are performed for another three minutes, the
camera will turn off automatically (the auto off function).
If the monitor is off in standby mode, press the power switch or the shutter-release button to
reactivate it.
• The time allowed to elapse before the camera enters standby mode can be changed from the
Auto off option (A 112) in the setup menu (A 112).
• When monitor brightness is set to the maximum level by pressing the c button (A 23), the
monitor will not dim, even if no operations are performed.
15
Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c)
If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, insert a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12
(supplied) into the camera and charge the battery by connecting the AC Adapter
EH-63 (supplied).
2
4
First Steps
3
1 Connect the power cable and AC adapter 1.
2 Confirm that the power-on lamp and the
monitor are off.
Do not turn the camera on. The battery cannot be
charged when the camera is on.
3 Connect the AC adapter to the camera’s multi connector 2.
The multi connector should be fully inserted.
4 Plug the power cable into an outlet 3.
The AC adapter power-on lamp will light 4.
C Charging the Battery After Setting the Camera’s Clock
When the camera’s built-in clock has not been set, the battery begins charging when the AC
adapter is connected. Once the clock is set and the AC adapter is connected, the Picture Bank
start-up screen will be displayed and the camera will attempt to upload pictures to the my
Picturetown server. Press the k button to cancel picture upload and charge the battery.
Picture Bank can be set so that it does not start automatically when the AC adapter is
connected. See the Wireless LAN Connection Guide for more information about Picture Bank.
5 The battery begins charging.
The power-on lamp (orange) will blink, and the battery will
start charging.
The power-on lamp (orange) stops blinking when charging
is complete.
A fully exhausted battery will recharge in about 150 minutes.
16
1
Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (COOLPIX S610c)
The following chart explains power-on lamp status of the COOLPIX S610c while the AC
adapter is connected.
Power-on lampDescription
Blinks (orange)Battery charging.
On (orange)Battery fully charged.
Off/Blinks (green)/
On (green)
Flickers (orange)
The camera is on. Turn the camera off when charging.
• Charge the battery indoors with an ambient temperature
of 5 °C to 35 °C (41 °F to 95 °F) before use.
• If the lamp flickers rapidly, the AC adapter is not correctly
connected or there is a problem with the battery.
Reconnect the AC adapter or replace the battery.
6 Disconnect the camera and AC adapter when charging is complete.
Turn the camera off.
Disconnect the AC adapter from the camera’s multi connector and unplug the power
cable from the power outlet.
C Note on the AC Adapter
• Be sure to read and follow the warning for the AC adapter on page ii.
• Be sure to read the section, “The Battery” (A 119), thoroughly before use.
• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter. Failure to observe
this precaution could result in overheating or in damage to the camera.
• Do not connect the power cable supplied with the AC Adapter EH-63 to any other device.
First Steps
C The AC Adapter EH-63
The AC Adapter EH-63 (supplied) can:
• When the camera is turned on, power the camera from a power outlet.
• If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, the battery inserted into the camera is charged when the
camera is turned off with the AC adapter connected.
• If you are using the COOLPIX S610, the AC Adapter EH-63 is not supplied with the camera.
Furthermore, the battery cannot be charged while it is inserted into the camera.
• The AC adapter and the supplied audio/video cable or USB cable cannot be used at the same
time.
C The Battery Charger MH-65
If you are using the COOLPIX S610c, the Battery Charger MH-65 (A 116), for charging a
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL12, is available separately.
17
Setting Display Language, Date, and Time
A language-selection dialog is displayed the first time the camera is turned on.
1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.
The power-on lamp (green) will light for a moment and
the monitor will turn on.
First Steps
2 Use the rotary multi selector to
choose the desired language and
press the k button.
For information about using the rotary multi
selector, see “The Rotary Multi Selector”
(A 9).
3 Choose Yes and press the k button.
If No is selected, the date and time will not be set.
4 Press the rotary multi selector J or K to select
your home time zone (A 106) and press the
k button.
D Daylight Saving Time
If daylight saving time is in effect, press the rotary multi selector H
in the time zone selection screen displayed in step 4 to turn on the
daylight saving time option.
When the daylight saving time option is enabled, W is displayed at
the top of the monitor. To turn off the daylight saving time option,
press I.
18
Date
Set time and date?
Ye s
w
London
Casablanca
Back
w
London
Casablanca
Back
No
Loading...
+ 121 hidden pages
You need points to download manuals.
1 point = 1 manual.
You can buy points or you can get point for every manual you upload.