Nikon D6, Reference Manual

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Achieving Natural Colors with Different Light Sources (White Balance)
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The [White Balance] Options
White balance can also be adjusted from the
photo and movie shooting menus.
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[Natural Light Auto]
[ Natural light auto ] may not produce the desired results under artificial
light. Choose [ Auto ] or an option that matches the light source.
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Color Temperature
The perceived color of a light source varies with the viewer; some may
have a red cast while others appear blue. Color temperature is an
objective measure of the color of a light source, expressed in Kelvins (K).
The lower the color temperature, the redder the cast (
q ); the higher the
temperature, the bluer the cast ( w ).
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Choosing a Color Temperature
In general, choose lower values if your pictures have a red cast or to
intentionally make pictures bluer, higher values if your pictures are tinged
blue or to intentionally make pictures redder.
3000 4000 5000 6000 8000 10000 [ K ]