WATERPROOF CASE En User’s Manual
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.
Do not dive while holding To prevent injury caused by the case striking the body, do not jump or dive into water while holding the WP-CP2. Do not use below 40 m Do not use at depths below 40 m (130´). Failure to observe this precaution could result in leakage or other malfunction. Keep the case watertight Do not clean the case with a high-pressure jet.
Cautions To ensure continued enjoyment of your Nikon product, observe the following precautions when storing or using the device. Preventing Leakage WATER INSIDE THE CASE COULD NOT ONLY EXPOSE THE CAMERA TO IRREPARABLE DAMAGE BUT ALSO RESULT IN FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR EXPOSURE TO POISONOUS GASES. THE ENTRY OF WATER INTO THE CASE CAN BE PREVENTED BY OBSERVING THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS: Before using the WP-CP2 in or near water, test for leaks as described on pages 6–7 and 12 of this manual.
Temperature Do not leave the case in areas exposed to high temperatures, such as inside a car, near a heater, on a beach, or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could weaken or warp the case, resulting in damage to the camera. Sudden changes in temperature could result in condensation inside the case, which could also damage the camera. To prevent condensation: • Before exposing the case to sudden changes in temperature, place it in a sealed plastic bag.
Table of Contents For Your Safety ................................................................................................ Cautions ........................................................................................................... Notices.............................................................................................................. i iii vi Introduction Package Contents ............................................................................................
Notices • 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.
Introduction 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 tips, additional information that may be helpful when using the camera. This icon marks notes, information that should be read before using the camera. This icon indicates that more information is available elsewhere in this manual.
Parts of the WP-CP2 Shutter-release button ( ) Power switch ( 13; ) Introduction Buckle 6, 9, 11) Diffusion panel ( Latch 6, 9, 11) Lens window ( O-ring / O-ring guide ( Rear cover 17) Camera guides ( Watertight channel ( Attaching the Strap 2 14; 9) 10, 17) Front cover O-ring seal ( 10, 17)
Mode dial ( 13; ) ) button Zoom in (T / ) button ) ( 14; (delete) button ( 13; ) MENU button ( 13; ) (playback) button ( 14; ) Eyelet for strap ( 2) Buckle release button ( 9) Tripod socket Multi selector ( Waterproof case 13; ) Camera multi selector : Performs same function as corresponding camera control. See camera Guide to Digital Photography for details.
Overview Introduction Using the WP-CP2 Follow these steps when using the waterproof case: Check for Leaks ( 6–7) Important! To prevent water damage to the camera, be sure to check for leaks before placing the camera in the case. If water enters the case, check the O-ring and confirm that the case is properly sealed ( 10). Insert the Camera ( 8–11) 2. Insert the camera 1. Ready the camera 3. Insert desiccant 4. Perform a final check 4 5.
( Introduction Check for Leaks Again 12) If water enters the case, check the O-ring and confirm that the case is properly sealed ( 10). If the cause of the leak can not be determined, take the case to a Nikon-authorized service representative. Take Pictures ( 13–14) ( 15–16) ( 17–19) 1. Turn the camera on 2. Adjust settings 3. Take pictures Clean the Case 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Check for Leaks Check for Leaks Important! Before placing the camera in the case, be sure that the camera is functioning normally and that the case does not leak. Failure to check for leaks before use could result in irreparable damage to the camera. Close the case After making sure that the O-ring is in place, slowly close the case, being careful not to pinch your fingers in the gap.
Test the shooting controls Immerse the case and operate the controls underwater for two to three minutes, checking whether any bubbles are emitted or any water enters the case. Check for water inside the case Take the case out of the water and check for water inside the case. If water has entered the case, check the O-ring ( 10, 17–18). If the cause of the leak can not be determined, take the case to a Nikon-authorized service representative.
Insert the Camera Insert the Camera 1. Ready the Camera Insert the battery and memory card Before using the camera, check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Batteries Make sure that the battery is undamaged. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fire or in damage to the camera. For more information, see the camera Guide to Digital Photography.
2. Insert the Camera Release the buckle Pressing the buckle release button (햲), slide the latch forward (햳) and open the buckle (햴). Open the case Opening the Case Do not open the case in areas exposed to blown sand or spray. Keep the case upright; do not place the open case with the O-ring or O-ring seal face down. Insert the camera Position the camera in the camera guides with the lens in the lens window.
3. Insert Desiccant Insert the Camera To prevent condensation from forming inside the case, insert the silica gel desiccant between the bottom of the camera and the case. Slide the desiccant to the front of the case, where it will not interfere with proper closing of the case. Improper placement could cause the case to leak. Replacing the Desiccant Used desiccant loses its ability to absorb moisture. We recommend replacing the desiccant each time the case is used ( 19). 4.
5. Close the Case Latch the case With front and rear halves of the case lightly touching but the case not fully closed (햲), flip the buckle onto the front half of the case (햳). Press the case closed until the latch clicks shut. Check that the case is properly sealed, that the O-ring is in place, and that no foreign objects are caught in the seal.
Check for Leaks Again Check for Leaks Again Important! Before use, be sure that the camera is functioning normally and that the case does not leak. Failure to check for leaks before use could result in irreparable damage to the camera. After sealing the case, perform a final check for leaks. Immerse the case in water and check for leaks as described in Steps 3–6 of “Check the Case for Leaks” ( 6). Check that the desiccant stays dry and that no water enters the case.
Take Pictures 1. Turn the Camera On Press the power switch on the waterproof case. The camera power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. 2. Adjust Settings The controls on the case correspond to the following camera controls. For more information, see the camera Guide to Digital Photography.
3. Take Pictures Take Pictures Ready the camera Hold the case steadily in both hands. Don’t Block the Shot Keep fingers and other objects away from the lens window and diffusion panel. Frame the picture Use the zoom buttons on the case to frame the subject in the monitor. Zoom out Zoom in Use the Monitor The viewfinder can not be used when the camera is in the case. Use the monitor to frame pictures. Focus and shoot Press the shutter-release button on the case halfway to focus.
Clean the Case Wipe dry Dry the exterior of the case thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. Drying the Case Be careful to remove water that may have collected in the buckle, controls, or strap eyelet. Remove the camera Remove the camera and dry the inside of the case with a soft, dry cloth. Removing the Camera Do not open the case in areas exposed to blown sand or spray.
Clean the Case Wipe dry Dry the case thoroughly with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use a cloth to which salt has adhered. Let the case dry in the shade Leave the case out to dry in a shady, well-ventilated area. Do Not Exposure to Sunlight or Heat Do not use a hair dryer or other heat source or place the case in direct sunlight. Heat could cause the O-ring to deteriorate, resulting in leakage. Cleaning the Interior of the Case Use a blower or a soft, dry cloth to clean the interior of the case.
Maintenance Caring for the O-ring The WP-CP2 uses an O-ring to form a watertight seal. Improper handling of the O-ring can produce leaks. Check the condition of the O-ring as described below before each use, and check for the presence of foreign matter on the O-ring each time the case is opened, however briefly. Remove the O-ring Pinch the O-ring lightly between two fingers to form a loop. Take hold of the loop and remove the O-ring from the case.
Maintenance Grease the O-ring If the O-ring is not properly greased, it may crack or peel, causing leaks. If the bottom of the O-ring appears dry, place a drop of O-ring grease on your index finger and spread grease on the O-ring by sliding it between your thumb and index finger, gently stretching the ring. Do not use cloth or paper, as these may leave fibers on the O-ring.
Storage Technical Notes Specifications Maximum depth 40 m (130´) Camera operating temperature 0–40 °C (32–104 °F) Dimensions 131 × 92.5 ×84.5 mm/5.16˝ × 3.64˝ × 3.33˝ (W × H × D) Approximate weight 380 g (13.3 oz) when empty Optional Accessories O-ring set WP-OG1 O-ring set (contains WP-O1 O-ring and WP-G1 O-ring grease) Desiccant WP-S1 silica gel desiccant Servicing Nikon recommends that the case be serviced by a Nikon-authorized service representative at least once a year.
