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viiiIntroductionFor Your SafetyTo prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in th
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79Playback FeaturesPlayback FeaturesThis chapter describes how to select certain types of images for playback as well as some of the features availabl
80Playback FeaturesPlayback ZoomRotating the zoom control to g (i) in full-frame playback mode (A32) zooms in on the center of the image displayed in
81Playback FeaturesThumbnail Display, Calendar DisplayRotating the zoom control to f (h) in full-frame playback mode (A32) displays images as thumbnai
82Playback FeaturesSelecting Certain Types of Images for PlaybackYou can change the playback mode according to the type of images you want to view.Ava
83Playback FeaturesSwitching Between Playback Modes1 When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mode, press the c button.•
84Playback FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set with the d Button (Playback Menu)When viewing images in full-frame playback mode or thumbnail playback mod
85Playback Features1Images are edited and saved as separate files. Certain restrictions apply (E16, E17). For example, images captured with Easy panor
86Playback FeaturesConnecting the Camera to a TV, Computer, or PrinterYou can enhance your enjoyment of images and movies by connecting the camera to
87Playback FeaturesViewing images on a TV E26Images and movies captured with the camera can be viewed on a TV.Connection method: Connect the video and
ixIntroductionDo not remain in contact with the camera, battery charger, or AC adapter for extended periods while the devices are on or in useParts of
88Playback FeaturesUsing ViewNX 2ViewNX 2 is an all-in-one software package which enables you to transfer, view, edit and share images. Install ViewNX
89Playback Features1 Start the computer and insert the ViewNX 2 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.• Windows: If instructions for operating the CD-ROM are d
90Playback Features5 Exit the installer when the installation completion screen is displayed.• Windows: Click Yes.• Mac OS: Click OK.The following sof
91Playback FeaturesTransferring Images to the Computer1 Choose how images will be copied to the computer.Choose one of the following methods:• Direct
92Playback FeaturesIf a message is displayed prompting you to choose a program, select Nikon Transfer 2.• When using Windows 7If the dialog shown at r
93Playback Features3 Terminate the connection.• If the camera is connected to the computer, turn the camera off and disconnect the USB cable. If you a
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95Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording and Playing Back MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button.Recording M
96Recording and Playing Back MoviesRecording MoviesYou can record movies by simply pressing the b (e movie-record) button.1 Display the shooting scree
97Recording and Playing Back MoviesB Notes About Recording Images and Saving MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exposures remaining or the indi
xIntroduction• Do not handle the plug or Charging AC Adapter with wet hands. Failure to observe this precaution could result in electric shock.• Do no
98Recording and Playing Back MoviesB Camera Temperature• The camera may become warm when shooting movies for an extended period of time or when the ca
99Recording and Playing Back MoviesFeatures That Can Be Set with the d Button (Movie Menu)The settings of the menu options listed below can be configu
100Recording and Playing Back MoviesPlaying Back MoviesPress the c button to enter playback mode.Movies are indicated by the movie options icon (A99).
101Recording and Playing Back MoviesFunctions Available During PlaybackPlayback controls are displayed at the top of the monitor.Press the multi selec
103General Camera SetupGeneral Camera SetupThis chapter describes the various settings that can be adjusted in the z setup menu.• For further details
104General Camera SetupFeatures That Can Be Set with the d Button (Setup Menu)The settings of the menu options listed below can be configured.Press th
105General Camera SetupFormat memory/Format cardAllows you to format the internal memory or the memory card.E96Language Allows you to change the camer
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107Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FeatureUsing the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FeatureFunctions that Can Be Performed Using Wi-FiYou can perform the followin
xiIntroductionNoticesNotices for Customers in the U.S.A.IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS -SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
108Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FeatureInstalling the Software on the Smart Device1 Use your smart device to connect to Google Play Store, App Store
109Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) FeatureConnecting the Smart Device to the Camera1 Press the multi selector to select the Wi-Fi network and press the
110Using the Wi-Fi (Wireless LAN) Feature3 Set the Wi-Fi setting on the smart device to On.• Check the user’s manual provided with your smart device f
E1E Reference SectionReference SectionThe Reference Section provides detailed information and hints about using the camera.ShootingUsing Easy Panorama
E2Reference SectionUsing Easy Panorama (Shooting and Playback)Shooting with Easy Panorama* The icon of the last scene selected is displayed.1Choose No
E3Reference Section3 Press the shutter-release button all the way, and then remove your finger from the shutter-release button.• I is displayed to ind
E4Reference SectionB Notes About Easy Panorama Shooting• The range of the image seen in the saved image will be narrower than that seen in the monitor
E5Reference SectionViewing Images Captured with Easy PanoramaSwitch to playback mode (A32), display an image captured using easy panorama in full-fram
E6Reference SectionFavorite Pictures ModeYou can sort your images (except movies) into nine albums and add them as favorite pictures (added images are
E7Reference Section2 Use the multi selector to select the desired album and press the k button.• The selected images are added and the camera switches
xiiIntroductionInterface CablesUse the interface cables sold or provided by Nikon for your equipment. Using other interface cables may exceed the limi
E8Reference SectionRemoving Images from Albums1 Press the multi selector J or K to choose an image and press H to hide L.• You can hide the L icons fo
E9Reference SectionChanging the Favorites Album Icon1 Use the multi selector to select an album and press the d button.2 Press J or K to select an ico
E10Reference SectionAuto Sort ModeImages are automatically sorted into categories, such as portraits, landscapes, and movies.Use the multi selector to
E11Reference Section* Images captured in scene auto selector scene mode (A41) are also sorted into the appropriate categories.B Notes About Auto Sort
E12Reference SectionList by Date ModeUse the multi selector to select a date and then press the k button to play back the images captured on the selec
E13Reference SectionViewing and Deleting Images Captured Continuously (Sequence) Viewing Images in a SequenceEach series of images captured using the
E14Reference SectionB Sequence Display Options• Select Sequence display options (E73) in the playback menu to set all sequences to be displayed using
E15Reference SectionDeleting Images in a SequenceIf Sequence display options (E73) in the playback menu is set to Key picture only, images to be delet
E16Reference SectionEditing Still ImagesEditing FeaturesUse the COOLPIX S6500 to edit images in-camera and save them as separate files (E111). The edi
E17Reference SectionC Restrictions on Image EditingWhen an edited copy is further modified with another editing function, check the following restrict
xiiiIntroductionWi-Fi (Wireless LAN Network)This product is controlled by the United States Export Administration Regulations, and you are required to
E18Reference SectionQuick EffectsSelect one of the 30 effects listed below. The effect results can be previewed on the screen shown in step 2 (E18).1
E19Reference Section3 Select Yes and press the k button.• A new, edited copy is created.• Copies created with the quick effects function are indicated
E20Reference SectionQuick Retouch: Enhancing Contrast and SaturationPress the multi selector H or I to select the amount of effect applied and press t
E21Reference SectionGlamour Retouch: Enhancing Human Faces with Eight Effects1 Press the multi selector H, I, J, or K to select the face that you want
E22Reference Section4 Select Yes and press the k button.• A new, edited copy is created.• Copies created with the glamour retouch function are indicat
E23Reference SectionSmall Picture: Reducing the Size of an Image1 Press the multi selector H or I to select the desired copy size and press the k butt
E24Reference SectionCrop: Creating a Cropped CopyCreate a copy containing only the portion visible in the monitor when u is displayed with playback zo
E25Reference SectionC Image SizeAs the area to be saved is reduced, the image size (pixels) of the cropped copy is also reduced.When the image size of
E26Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a TV (Viewing Images on a TV)Connect the camera to a TV to play back images or movies on the TV. If your
E27Reference SectionWhen using a commercially available HDMI cableConnect the plug to the HDMI jack on the TV.3 Set the TV’s input to external video i
xivIntroductionCOOLPIX S6500 (FCC ID:CGJ5149EB/IC ID:4634A-5149EB) has been tested and found to comply with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth
E28Reference SectionB If Images Are Not Displayed on the TVBe sure that the camera’s video mode setting in the TV settings (E99) under the setup menu
E29Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer (Direct Print)Users of PictBridge-compatible (F23) printers can connect the camera directly to
E30Reference SectionConnecting the Camera to a Printer1 Turn off the camera.2 Turn on the printer.• Check printer settings.3 Connect the camera to the
E31Reference Section4 The camera is automatically turned on.• When properly connected, the PictBridge startup screen (1) will be displayed in the came
E32Reference SectionPrinting Individual ImagesAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E30), follow the procedures described below to prin
E33Reference Section4 Select Paper size and press the k button.5 Select the desired paper size and press the k button.• To specify paper size using se
E34Reference SectionPrinting Multiple ImagesAfter properly connecting the camera to the printer (E30), follow the procedures described below to print
E35Reference Section4 Select Print selection, Print all images, or DPOF printing and press the k button.Print selectionSelect images (up to 99) and th
E36Reference SectionPrint all imagesOne copy each of all images saved in the internal memory, or on the memory card, is printed.• When the screen show
E37Reference Section5 Printing begins.• Monitor display returns to the print menu shown in step 2 when printing is complete.C Paper SizeThe camera sup
xvIntroductionNotice for customers in the United Arab EmiratesThis device complies with radio-frequency regulations.Precautions when Using Radio Trans
E38Reference SectionEditing MoviesThe desired portions of a recorded movie can be saved as a separate file.1 Play back the desired movie and pause at
E39Reference Section5 When the settings are finished, press H or I to choose m Save and press the k button.6 Choose Yes and press the k button.• The e
E40Reference SectionThe Shooting Menu (for A (Auto) Mode)Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality)You can select the combination of image size and
E41Reference SectionC Notes About Image Mode• The setting is also applied to other shooting modes.• Some settings cannot be used with other functions
E42Reference SectionWhite Balance (Adjusting Hue)The color of light reflected from an object varies with the color of the light source. The human brai
E43Reference SectionUsing Preset ManualThe preset manual option is used with mixed lighting or to compensate for light sources with a strong color cas
E44Reference Section4 Frame the reference object in the measuring window.5 Press the k button to measure a new white balance value.• The shutter is re
E45Reference SectionContinuous ShootingChange settings to continuous or BSS (Best Shot Selector).Select A (auto) mode M d button M Continuous M k butt
E46Reference SectionThe current setting can be confirmed in the monitor when shooting (A9). No icon is displayed when Single is selected.D BSS (Best S
E47Reference SectionB Notes About Continuous Shooting• When a setting other than Single is selected, flash cannot be used. Focus, exposure, and white
xviIntroductionTable of ContentsIntroduction ... iiRead This First ...
E48Reference SectionC Pre-shooting CacheWhen Pre-shooting cache is selected, shooting begins when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway for 0.
E49Reference SectionISO SensitivityWhen ISO sensitivity is increased, less light is needed when taking images.Higher ISO sensitivity allows darker sub
E50Reference SectionColor OptionsMake colors more vivid or save images in monochrome.The current setting can be confirmed in the monitor when shooting
E51Reference SectionAF Area ModeUse this option to determine how the camera selects the focus area for autofocus.Select A (auto) mode M d button M AF
E52Reference Sectionx ManualSelect one of 99 focus areas in the monitor. This option is suited to situations in which the intended subject is relative
E53Reference SectionB Notes About AF Area Mode• When digital zoom is in effect, focus will be on the center of the screen regardless of the AF area mo
E54Reference SectionUsing Subject TrackingUse this mode to focus on a subject that is moving when taking images. When you register a subject, subject
E55Reference SectionAutofocus ModeSelect how the camera focuses.C Autofocus Mode for Movie RecordingAutofocus mode for movie recording can be set with
E56Reference SectionQuick EffectsEnable or disable the quick effects function.The current setting can be confirmed in the monitor when shooting (A9).
E57Reference SectionThe Smart Portrait Menu• See “Image Mode Settings (Image Size and Quality)” (E40) for information about Image mode.Skin SofteningE
xviiIntroductionFeatures That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu) ... 67Options Available in the Shooting Menu.
E58Reference SectionSmile TimerThe camera detects human faces and then automatically releases the shutter whenever a smile is detected.The current set
E59Reference SectionBlink ProofThe camera automatically releases the shutter twice each time an image is taken. Of the two shots, one in which the sub
E60Reference SectionThe Playback Menu• See “Editing Still Images” (E16) for information about image editing features.• See “Favorite Pictures Mode” (E
E61Reference Section2 Select images (up to 99) and the number of copies (up to nine) of each.• Press the multi selector J or K to select images, and p
E62Reference SectionB Notes About Print Order• Print orders cannot be created for images captured in 3D photography scene mode.• When a print order is
E63Reference SectionB Notes About Printing Shooting Date and Shooting InformationWhen the Date and Info settings are enabled in the print order option
E64Reference SectionSlide ShowPlay back images, saved in the internal memory or on a memory card, one by one in an automated “slide show.”1 Use the mu
E65Reference SectionB Notes About Slide Show• Only the first frame of movies included in a slide show is displayed.• When Key picture only is selected
E66Reference SectionThe Image Selection ScreenWhen using one of the following features, a screen like that shown on the right is displayed when select
E67Reference Section3 Press the k button to apply image selection.• When Selected images is selected, a confirmation dialog is displayed. Follow the i
Highlight Features of the COOLPIX S6500Image editing effects that are fun and easy to apply while shootingp Quick effects ...
xviiiIntroductionEditing Features ... E16Quick Effects...
E68Reference SectionRotate ImageSpecify the orientation in which saved images are displayed during playback. Still images can be rotated 90 degrees cl
E69Reference SectionVoice MemoUse the camera’s microphone to record voice memos for images.• The voice memo recording screen is displayed for images t
E70Reference SectionDeleting Voice MemosPress the l button while the screen described in “Playing Voice Memos” (E69) is displayed.When the confirmatio
E71Reference SectionCopy (Copy Between Internal Memory and Memory Card)Copy images between the internal memory and a memory card.1 Use the multi selec
E72Reference SectionB Notes About Copying Images•JPEG-, MOV-, WAV-, and MPO-format files can be copied. Files saved in any other format cannot be copi
E73Reference SectionSequence Display OptionsChoose the method used to display a series of images shot continuously (sequence) (E13) when viewing them
E74Reference SectionThe Movie MenuMovie OptionsSelect the desired movie option to record. Select normal speed movie options to record at normal speed,
E75Reference SectionC Frame Rate and Bitrate• The frame rate is the number of frames per second.• The movie bitrate is the volume of movie data record
E76Reference SectionC Movie Options and Maximum Movie LengthThe table below shows the approximate total movie length that can be saved on a 4 GB memor
E77Reference SectionRecording Movies in Slow Motion and Fast Motion (HS Movie)HS (high speed) movies can be recorded. The portions of the movie record
xixIntroductionCharge by Computer... E100Blink Warning... E102Wi-Fi Options
E78Reference Section• Movie recording starts at normal speed when the Open with HS footage checkbox in the movie menu is not checked. Press the k butt
E79Reference SectionC HS MovieRecorded movies are played back at about 30 frames per second.When Movie options (E74) is set to h HS 480/4× or i HS 720
E80Reference SectionOpen with HS FootageSelect whether the camera records normal speed movies or HS movies (slow motion or fast motion movies) when mo
E81Reference SectionWind Noise ReductionAllows you to reduce wind noise during movie recording.• The current setting can be confirmed in the monitor w
E82Reference SectionThe Setup MenuWelcome ScreenAllows you to configure the welcome screen that is displayed when you turn on the camera.Press the d b
E83Reference SectionTime Zone and DateSet the camera clock.Selecting the Travel Destination Time Zone1 Use the multi selector to select Time zone and
E84Reference Section2 Select x Travel destination and press the k button.• The date and time displayed in the monitor changes according to the region
E85Reference SectionC w Home Time Zone• To switch to the home time zone, select w Home time zone in step 2 and press the k button.• To change the home
E86Reference SectionMonitor SettingsSet the options below.Photo InfoSelect whether or not the photo information is displayed in the monitor.Press the
E87Reference SectionB Notes About Monitor SettingsWhen Quick effects (E56) is set to On, Image review is fixed at On.C Battery LevelWhen the battery l
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E88Reference SectionPrint Date (Imprinting Date and Time)The shooting date and time can be imprinted on the images when shooting, allowing the informa
E89Reference SectionB Notes About Print Date• Imprinted dates form a permanent part of image data and cannot be deleted. The date and time cannot be i
E90Reference SectionVibration ReductionReduce the effects of camera shake while shooting. Vibration reduction effectively reduces blur, caused by slig
E91Reference SectionMotion DetectionEnable motion detection to reduce the effects of subject movement and camera shake when shooting still images.The
E92Reference SectionAF AssistEnable or disable AF-assist illuminator, which assists autofocus operation when the subject is dimly lit.Press the d butt
E93Reference SectionDigital ZoomEnable or disable digital zoom.B Notes About Digital Zoom• When digital zoom is in effect, the camera focuses on the a
E94Reference SectionSound SettingsAdjust the following sound settings.B Notes About Sound SettingsButton sounds and the shutter sound are disabled whe
E95Reference SectionAuto OffIf no operations are performed for a specified amount of time, the monitor turns off and the camera enters standby mode (A
E96Reference SectionFormat Memory/Format CardUse this option to format the internal memory or a memory card.Formatting the internal memory or memory c
E97Reference SectionB Notes About Formatting Internal Memory and Memory Cards• Album icon settings (E9) are reset to their default settings (number ic
1Parts of the CameraParts of the CameraThis chapter describes the parts of the camera and explains information that is displayed in the monitor.The Ca
E98Reference SectionLanguageSelect one of 34 languages for display of camera menus and messages.Press the d button M z menu icon M Language M k button
E99Reference SectionTV SettingsAdjust settings for connection to a TV.C HDMI and HDMI-CECHDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is a multimedia i
E100Reference SectionCharge by ComputerSelect whether or not the battery inserted in the camera is charged when the camera is connected to a computer
E101Reference SectionB Notes About Connecting the Camera to a Printer• The battery cannot be charged with connection to a printer, even if the printer
E102Reference SectionBlink WarningSelect whether or not the camera detects human subjects that have blinked using face detection (A73) when shooting i
E103Reference SectionThe Blink Warning ScreenWhen the Did someone blink? screen shown on the right is displayed in the monitor, the operations describ
E104Reference SectionWi-Fi OptionsConfigure the Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) settings to connect the camera and a smart device.Press the d button M z menu ico
E105Reference SectionOperating the Text Input Keyboard• Press the H, I, J, or K to select alphanumeric characters. Press the k button to enter the sel
E106Reference SectionEye-Fi UploadB Notes About Eye-Fi Cards• Note that images will not be uploaded if signal strength is insufficient even if Enable
E107Reference SectionReset AllWhen Reset is selected, the camera’s settings will be restored to their default values.Basic Shooting FunctionsShooting
2Parts of the CameraThe Camera Body1 23 45678911131210Lens cover closed
E108Reference SectionScene ModeSpecial effects modeSmart Portrait MenuMovie MenuOption Default valueScene mode setting in the shooting mode selection
E109Reference SectionSetup MenuOption Default valueWelcome screen (E82) NonePhoto info (E86) Auto infoImage review (E86) OnBrightness (E86) 3Print dat
E110Reference SectionOthers• Selecting Reset all also clears the current file number (E111) from memory. Numbering will continue from the lowest numbe
E111Reference SectionFile and Folder NamesImages, movies, or voice memos are assigned file names as follows.* Including images edited using the quick
E112Reference Section• A single folder can hold up to 200 images; if the current folder already contains 200 images, a new folder, named by adding one
E113Reference SectionOptional AccessoriesBattery chargerBattery Charger MH-66(Charging time when no charge remains: Approx. 1 h 50 min)AC adapterAC Ad
E114Reference SectionError MessagesDisplay Cause/SolutionAO (flashes)Clock not set.Set date and time.E83Battery exhausted. Charge or replace battery.
E115Reference SectionNot available if Eye-Fi card is locked.Write-protect switch of Eye-Fi card is in “lock” position.Slide the write-protect switch t
E116Reference SectionImage cannot be saved.Error occurred while saving image.Format internal memory or memory card.E96Camera has run out of file numbe
E117Reference SectionMemory contains no images.No images in the internal memory or memory card.• Remove the memory card from the camera to play back i
3Parts of the Camera1 Shutter-release button... 302Zoom control...
E118Reference SectionUnable to create panorama.Could not shoot using easy panorama.Shooting with easy panorama may not be possible in the following si
E119Reference SectionThe memory card has been removed. Wi-Fi is now disabled.The memory card in the camera was removed while the camera and the smart
E120Reference Section* See the documentation provided with your printer for further guidance and information.Printer error: check printer status.Print
F1Technical Notes and IndexTechnical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and Performance ...F2The Camera...
F2Technical Notes and IndexMaximizing Camera Life and PerformanceThe CameraTo ensure continued enjoyment of this Nikon product, observe the precaution
F3Technical Notes and IndexB Do Not Point the Lens at Strong Light Sources for Extended PeriodsAvoid pointing the lens at the sun or other strong ligh
F4Technical Notes and Index• Note that the battery may become hot during use; wait for the battery to cool before charging. Failure to observe these p
F5Technical Notes and Index• Do not, under any circumstances, use another make or model of AC adapter other than Charging AC Adapter EH-70P or USB-AC
F6Technical Notes and IndexCleaning and StorageCleaningDo not use alcohol, thinner, or other volatile chemicals.StorageTurn the camera off when not in
F7Technical Notes and IndexTroubleshootingIf the camera fails to function as expected, check the list of common problems below before consulting your
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F8Technical Notes and IndexCamera turns off without warning.• Battery is exhausted.• The camera automatically turns off to save power if no operations
F9Technical Notes and IndexDate and time of recording are not correct.• If camera clock has not been set, “Date not set” indicator flashes during shoo
F10Technical Notes and IndexShooting IssuesProblem Cause/Solution ACannot switch to shooting mode.• Disconnect HDMI cable or USB cable.• The camera ca
F11Technical Notes and IndexImages are blurred.• Use flash.• Increase the ISO sensitivity value.• Enable vibration reduction or motion detection.• Use
F12Technical Notes and IndexImage mode not available.Another function that restricts the Image mode option is enabled.70No sound when shutter is relea
F13Technical Notes and IndexUnexpected results when flash set to V (auto with red-eye reduction).When taking images with V (auto with red-eye reductio
F14Technical Notes and IndexPlayback IssuesProblem Cause/Solution AFile cannot be played back.• File or folder was overwritten or renamed by computer
F15Technical Notes and IndexImages are not displayed on TV.• Video mode or HDMI is not correctly set in the TV settings setup menu.• Cables are connec
F16Technical Notes and IndexNikon Transfer 2 does not start when camera is connected to a computer.• Camera is off.• Battery is exhausted.• USB cable
F17Technical Notes and IndexSpecificationsNikon COOLPIX S6500 Digital CameraTypeCompact digital cameraNumber of effective pixels16.0 millionImage sens
5Parts of the CameraAttaching the Camera Strap1Charge lamp ...17, E101Flash lamp...
F18Technical Notes and IndexStorageMediaInternal memory (approx. 25 MB), SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cardFile systemDCF, Exif 2.3, DPOF, and MPF compliantFile
F19Technical Notes and IndexFlashRange (approx.)(ISO sensitivity: Auto)[W]: 0.5–4.0 m (1 ft 8 in.–13 ft)[T]: 1.5–2.0 m (5 ft–6 ft 6 in.)Flash controlT
F20Technical Notes and Index• Unless otherwise stated, all figures assume a fully-charged battery and an ambient temperature of 23 ±3°C (73.4 ±5.4°F)
F21Technical Notes and IndexRechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL19Charging AC Adapter EH-70PB Specifications• Nikon will not be held liable for any error
F22Technical Notes and IndexApproved Memory CardsThe following Secure Digital (SD) memory cards have been tested and approved for use in this camera.•
F23Technical Notes and IndexSupported Standards• DCF: Design Rule for Camera File System is a standard widely used in the digital camera industry to e
F24Technical Notes and IndexTrademark Information• Microsoft, Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Co
F25Technical Notes and IndexIndexSymbolsA Auto mode... 26, 38x Scene mode...
F26Technical Notes and IndexBattery level indicator... 24Battery-chamber/memory card slot cover...
F27Technical Notes and IndexFavorite pictures mode... 82, E6File name... E111Fill fla
6Parts of the CameraUsing Menus (the d Button)Use the multi selector and k button to navigate the menus.1 Press the d button.• The menu is displayed.2
F28Technical Notes and IndexList by date mode... 82, E12Low key H...
F29Technical Notes and IndexPrint ... 84, E32, E34, E60Print date... 22, 104, E88Print order...
F30Technical Notes and IndexSunset h... 43Super vivid k ...
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 writ
7Parts of the CameraC Notes About Setting Menu Options• Certain menu options cannot be set depending on the current shooting mode or the state of the
iIntroductionParts of the CameraThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackShooting FeaturesPlayback FeaturesRecording and Playing Back MoviesGeneral Camera S
8Parts of the CameraThe MonitorThe information that is displayed in the monitor during shooting and playback changes depending on the camera’s setting
9Parts of the Camera1 Shooting mode... 26, 272 Macro mode ...
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11Parts of the Camera1 Date of recording ... 202 Time of recording...
13The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparationPreparation 1 Insert the Battery ...
14The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 1 Insert the Battery1 Open the battery-chamber/memory card slot cover.2 Insert the included EN-EL19 b
15The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackRemoving the BatteryTurn the camera off and be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor have turned off before
16The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 2 Charge the Battery1 Prepare the included Charging AC Adapter EH-70P.If a plug adapter* is included
17The Basics of Shooting and Playback3 Disconnect the Charging AC Adapter from the electrical outlet and then disconnect the USB cable.The Charge Lamp
iiIntroductionIntroductionRead This FirstThank you for purchasing the Nikon COOLPIX S6500 digital camera. Before using the camera, please read the inf
18The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 3 Insert a Memory Card1 Be sure that the power-on lamp and the monitor are off and open the battery-c
19The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackB Formatting Memory Cards• The first time you insert a memory card that has been used in another device into this
20The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackPreparation 4 Setting the Display Language, Date, and TimeWhen the camera is turned on for the first time, the la
21The Basics of Shooting and Playback4 Press J or K to select your home time zone and press the k button.• To enable daylight saving time, press H. Wh
22The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackC Changing the Language Setting and the Date and Time Setting• You can change these settings using the Language a
24The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 1 Turn the Camera On1 Press the power switch to turn on the camera.• The lens extends and the monitor turns
25The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackTurning the Camera On and Off• When the camera is turned on, the power-on lamp (green) will light and then the mo
26The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 2 Select a Shooting Mode1 Press the A button.• The shooting mode selection menu, which allows you to select
27The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackAvailable Shooting ModesC Changing the Shooting Settings• See “Features That Can Be Set Using the Multi Selector”
iiiIntroductionAbout This ManualIf you want to start using the camera right away, see “The Basics of Shooting and Playback” (A13).To learn about the p
28The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 3 Frame a Picture1 Hold the camera steady.• Keep fingers, hair, the camera strap, and other objects away fro
29The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackC When Using a Tripod• We recommend using a tripod to stabilize the camera in the following situations.- When sho
30The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 4 Focus and Shoot1 Press the shutter-release button halfway (A31).• When the camera detects the main subject
31The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackThe Shutter-release ButtonB Notes About Recording Images and Saving MoviesThe indicator showing the number of exp
32The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 5 Play Back Images1 Press the c (playback) button.• The camera switches to playback mode and the last image
33The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackC Viewing Images• Images may be displayed briefly at low resolution immediately after switching to the next or pr
34The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackStep 6 Delete Images1 Press the l button to delete the image currently displayed in the monitor.2 Press the multi
35The Basics of Shooting and PlaybackOperating the Erase Selected Images Screen1 Press the multi selector J or K to select an image to be deleted, and
37Shooting FeaturesShooting FeaturesThis chapter describes the camera’s shooting modes and the features that are available when using each shooting mo
ivIntroductionOther Information• Symbols and ConventionsTo make it easier to find the information you need, the following symbols and conventions are
38Shooting FeaturesA (Auto) ModeUsed for general shooting. Settings can be adjusted in the shooting menu (A68) to suit the shooting conditions and the
39Shooting FeaturesUsing Quick EffectsWhen in A (auto) mode, you can apply effects to images immediately after releasing the shutter.• The edited imag
40Shooting FeaturesScene Mode (Shooting Suited to Scenes)When one of the following scenes is selected, camera settings are automatically optimized for
41Shooting FeaturesTo View a Description (Help Display) of Each SceneSelect the desired scene from the scene selection screen and rotate the zoom cont
42Shooting Featuresc Landscape• The focus area or focus indicator (A9) always glows green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.d Sports•
43Shooting FeaturesO: Use of a tripod is recommended when using scene modes indicated with O, because the shutter speed is slow. Set Vibration reducti
44Shooting Featuresj Night landscape• The focus area or focus indicator (A9) always glows green when the shutter-release button is pressed halfway.• F
45Shooting FeaturesO: Use of a tripod is recommended when using scene modes indicated with O, because the shutter speed is slow. Set Vibration reducti
46Shooting Featuresn Black and white copy• The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame.• Use together with macro mode (A62) when shootin
47Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Printing Panorama ImagesWhen printing panorama images, the entire image may not be able to be printed depending on th
vIntroductionInformation and PrecautionsLife-Long LearningAs part of Nikon’s “Life-Long Learning” commitment to ongoing product support and education,
48Shooting FeaturesB Pet Portrait Auto Release• To change the Pet portrait auto release settings, press the multi selector J (n).- Y: When the camera
49Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Taking 3D Images• Moving subjects are not suited to 3D photography.• Images have a less pronounced 3D feel as the dis
50Shooting FeaturesB Playing Back 3D Images• 3D images cannot be played back in 3D on the camera monitor. Only the left eye image of a 3D image is dis
51Shooting FeaturesSpecial Effects Mode (Applying Effects When Shooting)Effects can be applied to images during shooting.* The icon of the last effect
52Shooting Features• The camera focuses on the area in the center of the frame.• When Selective color or Cross process is selected, press the multi se
53Shooting FeaturesSmart Portrait Mode (Capturing Images of Smiling Faces)When the camera detects a smiling face, you can take an image automatically
54Shooting FeaturesC Auto Power Off in Smile Timer ModeWhen Smile timer is set to On (single), On (continuous), or On (BSS), the auto power off functi
55Shooting FeaturesUsing Skin SofteningWhen the shutter is released while using one of the shooting modes listed below, the camera detects up to three
56Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set Using the Multi SelectorWhen shooting, the multi selector H, I, J, and K can be used to set the following
57Shooting FeaturesUsing the Flash (Flash Modes)You can set the flash mode to match the shooting conditions.1 Press the multi selector H (m flash mode
viIntroductionAbout the Manuals• No part of the manuals included with this product may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval
58Shooting FeaturesAvailable Flash ModesC The Flash Mode Setting• The setting varies with the shooting mode. See “Available Features” (A56) and “Defau
59Shooting FeaturesC Red-eye ReductionThis camera uses Advanced Red-Eye Reduction (In-Camera Red-Eye Fix). If the camera detects red eye while saving
60Shooting FeaturesUsing the Self-timerThe camera is equipped with a self-timer that releases the shutter ten seconds or two seconds after you press t
61Shooting Features4 Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down.•The self-timer starts, and the number of seconds remaining before the
62Shooting FeaturesUsing Macro ModeWhen using macro mode, the camera can focus on objects as close as approximately 8 cm (3.2 in.) from the front of t
63Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Using the FlashThe flash may be unable to light the entire subject at distances of less than 1 m (3 ft 4 in.).C Autof
64Shooting FeaturesAdjusting Brightness (Exposure Compensation)You can adjust overall image brightness.1 Press the multi selector K (o exposure compen
65Shooting FeaturesDefault SettingsDefault settings for each shooting mode are described below.Flash(A57)Self-timer(A60)Macro(A62)Exposure compensatio
66Shooting Features1Cannot be used when Blink proof is set to On or when Smile timer is set to On (continuous) or On (BSS).2Can be set when Smile time
67Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Can Be Set with the d Button (Shooting Menu)The settings listed below can be changed by pressing the d button during
viiIntroductionDisposing of Data Storage DevicesPlease note that deleting images or formatting data storage devices such as memory cards or built-in c
68Shooting FeaturesOptions Available in the Shooting MenuOption DescriptionAImage modeAllows you to select the combination of image size and image qua
69Shooting FeaturesC Camera Settings That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslySome settings cannot be used with other functions (A70).Autofocus modeAllows yo
70Shooting FeaturesFeatures That Cannot Be Used SimultaneouslySome functions cannot be used with other menu options.Restricted function Option Descrip
71Shooting FeaturesISO sensitivity Continuous (A68)When Pre-shooting cache, Continuous H: 120 fps, Continuous H: 60 fps, or Multi-shot 16 is selected,
72Shooting FeaturesB Notes About Digital Zoom• Depending on the shooting mode or the current settings, digital zoom may not be available (E93).• When
73Shooting FeaturesFocusingThis camera uses autofocus to focus automatically when shooting. The focus area varies depending on the shooting mode. Here
74Shooting Features• If the shutter button is pressed halfway when no faces are detected:-In A (auto) mode, the camera selects one or more of the nine
75Shooting FeaturesUsing Target Finding AFWhen AF area mode (A68) in A (auto) mode is set to Target finding AF, the camera focuses in the manner descr
76Shooting FeaturesSubjects Not Suitable for AutofocusThe camera may not focus as expected in the following situations. In some rare cases, the subjec
77Shooting FeaturesFocus LockYou can use focus lock to focus on off-center subjects when center is selected for AF area mode.The following procedure d
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