Nikon Coolpix 4600 User Manual

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Before You Begin
The Mode Dial
Using the mode dial, you can select from seven shooting modes and setup mode.
Choose a shooting mode according to shooting conditions.
To select a mode, align the mode icon with the "J" mark
next to the mode dial.
e Scene (Q 28, 35)
Choose from twelve "scenes"
suited to different subjects or
shooting conditions and let the
camera do the rest.
i Portrait Assist
N Landscape Assist
j Sports Assist
m Night Portrait Assist
Use framing assist to help compose
pictures suited to a particular type
of subject (
Q 28-34).
P Auto (Q 16)
Choose this mode to take pictures.
Select from six shooting menus to
achieve the desired effect.
W Movie (Q 60-64)
Choose from three kinds of movies.
Make movies with sound using the
E5600, or using E4600 for silent
movies only.
f Setup (Q 87)
Choose this mode to display the SET-
UP menu, where you can perform
such tasks as setting the camera clock
and adjusting monitor brightness.

Nikon Coolpix 4600 Specifications

General

Megapixel	4 MP
Sensor type	CCD
Image sensor size	1/2.5 \
Optical zoom	3 x
Focal length range	5.7 - 17.1 mm
Metering	256-segment matrix
Interface	USB
Minimum RAM	64 MB
Built-in flash	Yes
Camera shutter speed	4-1/3000 s
Minimum storage drive space	60 MB
Minimum system requirements	CD-ROM Display: 800 x 600
Compatible operating systems	Mac OS X (10.1.5) Windows XP Home Edition / Professional, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Me, Windows 98SE
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)	34 - 102 mm
Viewfinder type	Optical
Internal memory	14 MB
Compatible memory cards	sd
Display diagonal	1.8 \
Display resolution (numeric)	80.000 pixels
I/O ports	Video (NTSC / PAL) out
Bundled software	PictureProject
Camera playback	Slide show
Self-timer delay	10 s
Playback zoom (max)	10 x
Motion JPEG frame rate	30 fps
Maximum video resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Product color	Silver
Battery type	2xLR6 / EN-MH1 / ZR6 / FR6
Battery technology	Alkaline
Power requirements	EN-MH1, LR6, ZR6, FR6, EH-62B
Flash modes	Auto, Red-eye reduction
Focus adjustment	Auto

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	35 mm
Width	85 mm
Height	60 mm
Weight	130 g

Summary

Safety, Cautions, and Notices

Warnings

Essential safety warnings for preventing possible injury during camera use.

Cautions

First Steps: Setup and Power

Inserting Batteries and Memory Cards

Instructions for installing power sources and storage media.

Checking Battery Level & Basic Setup

How to check battery status and perform initial camera setup.

Basic Photography Operations

Step 1: Select Auto Mode

Guidance on setting the camera to automatic shooting mode.

Step 2: Frame the Picture

Techniques for composing shots using zoom and viewfinder.

Step 3: Focus and Shoot

Instructions on focusing, exposure, and taking a photograph.

Step 4: Review and Delete Photos

Advanced Photography Techniques

Using Flash and Lighting

Optimizing image quality by controlling flash and light.

Assist and Scene Modes

The Shooting Menu

Image Mode Settings

Adjusting image size, quality, and compression.

White Balance and Exposure

Setting white balance and adjusting exposure compensation.

Continuous Shooting and Best Shot Selector

Color Options

The Playback Menu

Using the Playback Menu

Slide Show and Delete Options

The Set-up Menu

Welcome Screen and Date Settings

Customizing the welcome screen and setting the camera clock.

Monitor, Imprint, and Sound Settings

Auto Off, Format, and Language

Configuring power saving, memory formatting, and language.

Interface, Transfer, Reset, and Battery Type

Technical Notes and Support

Caring for Your Camera

Error Messages & Troubleshooting

Identifying and resolving common camera problems.