SeaLife DC800 Underwater Camera Go to www.sealife-cameras.com/service/manuals.
Trademark Information Microsoft® and Windows® are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Pentium® is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation. Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. SD™ is a trademark. SeaLife® is a registered trademark of Pioneer Research. Trademarks >> READ THIS FIRST Product Information Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Safety Instructions >> SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings Continued use under the following conditions may cause fire or electric shock. Contact your local authorized SeaLife dealer for repair service if the product is damaged. If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off and remove the battery. If the camera has fallen or its case has been damaged, turn the power off and remove the battery.
Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight. Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact. This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak. If the internal fluid enters your eyes or comes into contact with your body or clothes, rinse with fresh water. If the internal fluid has entered your eyes, consult a physician to receive treatment. Cautions >> Cautions A camera is a precision instrument.
Battery Usage >> 4 Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Use only the specified battery (3.7V) provided with the camera. Extremely cold environments can shorten the battery life and reduce camera performance. When you are using a new rechargeable battery or a rechargeable battery that has not been used for an extended period of time, it may affect the number of images that can be captured.
Read and understand the instructions contained in this manual before using underwater. The inner camera is not waterproof or shock protected. Seal the camera inside the waterproof housing in areas of water, rain, snow, high humidity, sand, dirt or combustible gas*. * Make sure the rubber dust cover provided is completely inserted into the camera’s USB and Power ports unless charging the camera’s battery or connecting the camera to the computer.
Notes on Waterproof Function >> * * * 6 Soak and rinse waterproof housing in fresh water for about 2 minutes after underwater use or if the housing becomes dirty. Push each button several times to clean out any saltwater, sand or dirt that may be trapped under the buttons. Use clean,soft cloth to dry housing. Store camera and housing only after careful cleaning and when totally dry. Do not let any moisture or dirt get inside housing when opening.
INTRODUCTION 9 10 11 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA 11 12 13 15 Recording Video Clips Playing Back Video Clips PLAYBACK MODE 29 30 31 31 32 32 34 36 Capturing Images Setting the Focus About External Flash Modes About Sea Mode About Spy Mode Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology Recording Voice Memos VIDEO MODE 27 28 29 Preparation Charging the Battery Initial Settings CAPTURE MODE 19 20 21 23 24 25 26 27 Front View Rear View LCD Monitor Display GETTING STARTED 15 16 17 19 Overview
Contents >> 47 TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER 47 48 49 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 50 SPECIFICATIONS (INNER CAMERA ONLY) 51 APPENDIX 51 52 52 56 61 63 Possible number of shots (still image) Possible recording time / sec (video clip) Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer UNDERWATER HOUSING INSTRUCTIONS 57 59 60 MUST DO for underwater housing: Maintaining a waterproof seal Quick waterproof test (before you depart on your dive trip) HOW TO INSTALL AND REMOVE O-RING HOW TO OPEN AND C
Overview Thank you for purchasing the SeaLife DC800 digital underwater camera. This is not your ordinary land camera in a waterproof housing. The SeaLife camera includes special onboard software and exposure programs have been developed through extensive underwater testing and research to ensure bright, colorful underwater pictures and video. It is equipped with the latest digital technology which means the camera is automatic and easy to use.
Package Contents >> Package Contents Carefully unpack your camera and ensure that you have the following items: Common Product Components: Digital Camera Underwater Housing with lanyard Instruction manual and Quick Guide Software CD-ROM USB cable AV cable Camera strap Camera pouch AC power adapter International plug adapters Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Flash Link optical cable adapter Desiccant capsules Cleaning brush and lens cloth Common (Optional) Accessories:
Front View 1 2 3 5 4 6 8 7 1. Shutter button 5. 2. ON/OFF button 6. Lens 3. Self-timer LED 7. Microphone 4. Mode switch Capture mode Video mode Playback mode 8. Flash NOTE Getting To Know Your Camera >> GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Speaker The waterproof housing has button controls for all camera functions except for the mode switch (#4).
Getting To Know Your Camera >> Rear View 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 12 1. 2. LCD monitor Delete button 3. DISP Display button 4. MENU Menu button 5. 6. Zoom in button Zoom out button Strap holder 7. DC IN 5V terminal 8. USB or AV OUT terminal 9. Battery / Memory card cover 11 10 10. SET / Direction button button Focus button button Flash button button Self-timer button button Backlight/Exposure compensation button SET Set button 11. Status LED 12.
Capture mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
Getting To Know Your Camera >> Video mode [ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10S 00:07:30 Playback mode [ ]Still image playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Mode icon File number Folder number Protect icon Voice memo Playback mode [ Video playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Preparation 1. Attach the camera strap. [Important: Camera strap must be removed when using camera inside the waterproof housing] 2. 3. Open the battery/memory card cover. Insert the supplied battery with correct orientation as shown. 4. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional). The camera has 32MB internal memory (29MB available for image storage), but you can load an SD/SDHC memory card to expand the camera’s memory capacity.
Getting Started >> NOTE To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD/SDHC memory card, you can slide the write protect tab (on the side of the SD/SDHC memory card) to “LOCK”. To save, edit, or erase data on an SD/SDHC memory card, you must unlock the card. To prevent damaging of an SD/SDHC memory card, be sure to turn off the power when inserting or removing the SD/SDHC memory card.
Setting the Date and Time The date/time needs to be set if and when: The camera is turned on for the first time. The camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an extended period of time. When the date and time information is not displayed on the LCD monitor, follow these steps to set the correct date and time. ] or [ ], 1. Slide the mode switch to [ and press the MENU button. 2. Select [Setup] with the button. 3.
Getting Started >> Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. ], [ ] or 1. Slide the mode switch to [ Capture [ ], and press the MENU button. 2. Select [Setup] menu with the button. 3. Select [Language] with the / buttons and press the SET button. 4. Select the displayed language with the MENU:Exit SET:Adj. / buttons and press the SET button. The setting will be stored.
Capturing Images Your camera is equipped with a 2.7” full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. 1. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the power on. The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated. When the power is turned on, the camera will start in the mode that was last set. If the power is turned on in [ ] or [ ] mode, the lens will extend forward and it is ready for shooting.
Setting the Focus >> NOTE Avoid using zoom while underwater to take pictures of subjects at far away distances. For best underwater pictures, keep your subjects within 2 m / 6 ft shooting distance. If the focus area frame is red, the light conditions or contrast may be too low. Try setting the focus to Infinity [landscape] and maintain at least 2ft (60cm) shooting distance. Setting the Focus Images can be captured with the distance to the subject set by auto focus, [ ] macro or [ ] infinity. 1.
When using one (or two) SeaLife external flashes (optional accessory), set the camera Scene mode to ExtFlash Auto or ExtFlash MNL mode. In Ext Flash Auto mode, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure resulting in sharp, colorful underwater pictures. The camera is pre-programmed to account for the additional flash power and result in optimal image exposure and brightness In Ext Flash MNL mode, the camera aperture and shutter speed setting must be manually set for the desired exposure effect.
About External Flash Modes >> Icon Scene mode Manually set camera’s aperture and shutter speed for desired exposure effect. To make manual adjustments: 1. Press the SET button once and the aperture value appears on the LCD monitor (blinking). 2. Use the / buttons to increase or decrease the aperture value. 3. Press the SET button again and the shutter speed value appears on the LCD monitor (Blinking - under the aperture value). 4. Use the / buttons to increase or decrease the shutter speed value.
The Sea Mode is used to capture underwater pictures when NOT using the optional external flash accessory. In Sea mode, the camera will make color corrections to compensate for the loss of red colors typical in underwater photography. In Sea mode, you can select the color correction you want depending on the type of water you are in. These color correction options are located in the White Balance Menu.
About Spy Mode >> About Spy Mode This mode is used to capture continuous images at a preselected time interval. This mode is useful for taking a sequence of images, like a sunrise or sunset, and later selecting the best image. It is also useful for taking a series of pictures without being discovered by the subject. For example, a bird’ s nest with an egg hatching. A compact tripod accessory is helpful to keep the camera aimed at the subject. ]. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2.
Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image. This advanced function simultaneously detects up to 5 human faces regardless of their position in the scene. White frame Green frame Face detection function is on 1. 2. 3. 4. Focus lock Red frame Out of focus Using Face Detection >> Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology Slide the mode switch to [ ]. Toggle the button until [ ] icon appears on the LCD monitor.
Recording Voice Memos >> 26 Recording Voice Memos A voice memo can be recorded once for 30 seconds in the still image mode immediately following a still image capture. ]. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ Capture 2. Press the MENU button, and select the [Function] menu with the button. 3. Select [Voice Memo] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. 4. Select [On] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. MENU:Exit SET:Adj. 5. Press the MENU button to exit from the menu.
Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 or 640 x 480 pixels. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ ]. 2. Compose the image. 3. Press the shutter button. The recording of the video clip will start. Pressing the shutter button one more time will end the recording of the video clip. The recording time depends on the storage size and the subject of the image to be recorded. The zoom function cannot be used during video recording.
Video Mode >> Playing Back Video Clips You can play back recorded video clips on the camera. You can also play back sound if recorded with the video. ]. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the desired video clip with the / buttons. 3. Press the SET button. A press of the / buttons during playback allows fast forward play / fast reverse play. To stop video playback, press the button. This stops playback and returns to the start of the video clip.
Playing Back Still Images You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ ]. The last image appears on the screen. 2. The images can be displayed in forward or reverse sequence with the / buttons. To view the previous image, press the button. To view the next image, press the button. Pressing the / buttons during image playback will result in a 90degree rotated display.
Playback Mode >> Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor at the same time, which can let you quickly search for the image that you want. ]. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the 1 screen. 2. Press the button. The images are displayed in the thumbnail display. Images that have been selected with 100-0001 the / / / buttons will be indicated by a yellow frame.
You can use this function to remove the red-eye effect after an image is taken. ]. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Select the image that you want to edit with the / buttons. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Select [Fix Red Eyes] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. 5. Select [Execute] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. 6. View the changes on the corrected File Overwrite? image. 7.
Playback Mode >> Playing back voice memo A press of the SET button displays [VOICE PLAYBACK] and plays back the voice memo. Voice memo is only available for still images. NOTE Protecting Images Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ ]. 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the / buttons. 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Select [Protect] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. 5.
Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. Select [Cancel Protect] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. The removal of image protection is executed and the camera returns to the playback mode. Protecting multiple images simultaneously 1. 2. 3. 4. Select [Protect] with the / buttons from the playback menu, and press the SET button. Select [Select] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. The images are displayed in the thumbnail display.
Playback Mode >> Erasing Images Erasing in Photography Mode (Quick Delete Function) The quick delete function enables you to delete the last-captured image during capture. ] or [ ]. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the button. The last image and quick delete menu appear on the screen. 3. Select [Execute] with the / buttons. 4. Press the SET button to confirm the deletion. To not delete, select [Cancel], and press the SET button.
This erases a number of selected images. ]. 1. Slide the mode switch to [ 2. Press the button. The deletion menu will be displayed. 3. Select [Select] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. The images are displayed in the thumbnail display. 4. Select the image you want to erase with the / / / buttons, and press the button. The [ ] icon will be displayed. One more press of the button will cancel the operation. Repeat this procedure and select all the images that you want to erase. 5.
Menu Options >> MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. Capture Capture Capture Single MENU:Exit 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. SET:Adj. MENU:Exit SET:Adj. MENU:Exit SET:Adj. Slide the mode switch to [ ]. Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] / [Setup] menu with the / buttons. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu.
This sets the quality (compression) at which the image is captured. A higher quality setting will result in less compression and larger image files. ] Super Fine * [ * [ ] Fine * [ ] Standard * [ ] Economy Sharpness This sets the sharpness of the image that will be captured. * Hard / Normal / Soft Menu Options >> Quality Color This sets the color of the image that will be captured. * Standard / Vivid / Sepia / Monochrome Saturation This sets the saturation of the image that will be captured.
Menu Options >> Manual WB The surrounding light may affect the color balance of your picture. For example, if a halogen light illuminates a white wall, the wall will have a yellow cast, while in fact it should be white. Underwater pictures tend to be more blue, because the water filters out red colors. The camera’s white balance menu includes settings that compensate for different lighting conditions found on land or underwater.
This sets the metering method for calculating the exposure. * [ Blank ] Center: Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives greater weight to the subject matter at the center. ] Spot: A very small portion of the center of the screen is measured * [ to calculate the correct exposure. Capture Mode This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images. * [ Blank ] Single: Captures one image at a time. * [ ] Continuous: Permits continuous capture of up to 3 images.
Menu Options >> Voice Memo Refer to section in this manual titled “Recording Voice Memos” for further details. * On / Off LCD Bright. Select a brightness level for the LCD monitor. The LCD becomes brighter with the button and darker with the button. The adjustment range is from -5 to +5. Digital Zoom This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography. * On / Off Date Print The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images.
This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. Capture Capture MENU:Exit SET:Adj. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. MENU:Exit SET:Adj. Menu Options >> Video Menu Slide the mode switch to [ ]. Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] / [Setup] menu with the / buttons. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, and press the SET button.
Menu Options >> Color This sets the color of the video clip that will be captured. * Normal / Vivid / Sepia / Monochrome White Balance Refer to section in this manual titled “White Balance” in Capture Menu for further details. When the user has the camera set to Sea or Ext Flash (ExtFlash Auto / ExtFlash MNL) mode, the video White Balance setting will default to Ocean Blue. NOTE Manual WB Refer to section in this manual titled “Manual WB” in Capture Menu for further details.
In the [ 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. ] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback. Menu Options >> Playback Menu Slide the mode switch to [ ]. Press the MENU button. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, and press the SET button. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Menu Options >> Protect Refer to section in this manual titled “Protecting Images” for further details. LCD Bright. Refer to section in this manual titled “LCD Bright.” in Capture Menu for further details. Resize Resizes a previously saved image. Resizing replaces the original image with the changed image. It is only possible to resize to a smaller size. Quality Changes the quality (compression) of a recorded image.
Set your camera’s operating environment. Capture MENU:Exit SET:Adj. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Play MENU:Exit SET:Adj. Menu Options >> Setup Menu Slide the mode switch to [ ], [ ] or [ ]. Press the MENU button, and select the [Setup] menu with the button. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. Select the desired setting with the / buttons, and press the SET button. To exit from the menu, press the MENU button.
Menu Options >> Date/Time Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details. Sys. Reset This returns all basic settings to the camera’s default settings. The time setting will not be reset. * Cancel / Execute Language Refer to section in this manual titled “Choosing the Language” for further details. Format Refer to section in this manual titled “Formatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory” for further details. Media Info.
System Requirement Windows Pentium III 600 MHz or higher Windows 2000/XP/Vista 128MB RAM 128MB hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port Macintosh PowerPC G3/G4/G5 OS 9.0 or later 128MB RAM 128MB hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port Downloading Your Files 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB terminal on the camera. Turn on your camera.
Using The Camera As A Pc Camera >> USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: Microphone Sound card Speakers or headphones Network or Internet connection 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
There are 2 types of image editing software that are included on the CD-ROM. You may decide to download the image editing software if your computer does not already have one. MediaOne Gallery SE - makes it the easiest way to manage and share your digital life with family & friends. The intuitive thumbnail library automatically organizes, updates and sorts files for the most natural way to browse your multimedia collection.
Specifications >> SPECIFICATIONS (INNER CAMERA ONLY) Item Description Image sensor 1/2.5” CCD sensor (8.0 megapixels) Image resolution 3264 x 2448, 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480
Possible number of shots (still image) The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD/SDHC memory card.
Appendix >> Possible recording time / sec (video clip) Size Quality Internal Memory SD/SDHC memory card capacity 1GB 2GB 4GB SDHC [ ] 640 x 480 [ ] Fine 00:00:12 00:07:12 00:14:25 00:28:51 [ ] Standard 00:00:14 00:08:11 00:16:24 00:32:50 [ ] 320 x 240 [ ] Fine 00:00:39 00:21:56 00:43:54 01:27:52 [ ] Standard 00:00:45 00:25:26 00:50:55 01:41:55 * We recommend a memory card of at least 10MB/Sec write speed to prevent auto stop or unexpected results.
When the camera is properly connected to a PictBridge compliant printer, the PictBridge menu is displayed on the monitor. 1. Select the item you want to configure with PictBridge the / buttons, and press the SET button. [Images]: Select whether you want to print specific image or all images. You may also select printing number SET:Enter for specific image. [Date Print]: According to the printer type, select whether you want to print the image with date imprint or not.
Appendix >> 3. 4. If you select [Select] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear. Select the image that you want to print with the / buttons. Select the [Print Num] (up to 99) with the / buttons. After selecting the desired image and printing number, press the SET button to confirm. Select [Exit] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. Select 105-0003 SET:Enter Images Select All Exit Next Menu Next Menu SET:Enter 5.
The printing starts and the figure shown on the right hand side appears. [COMPLETE] will be displayed temporarily, reminding you that the printing procedure is finished. If an error is detected during the connection (i.e. the printer hardware problem) between camera and printer, [PRINT ERROR] will be displayed. If an error is detected during the communication (i.e. wrong setting on the camera) between camera and printer, [ERROR] will be displayed. PictBridge PRINTING Appendix >> 6.
Underwater Housing Instructions >> UNDERWATER HOUSING INSTRUCTIONS Important: Please carefully read and understand these instructions before using camera and housing underwater. DC800 SeaLife DC800 Underwater Housing: Front view of underwater housing Depth rated and tested to 200 ft. (60m). Fully rubber armored for added shock protection. Soft rubber grips. Fully-multi coated optical glass lens port for high light transmission. Accessory mount for adding one (or two) external flash(es).
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Read and understand the instructions contained in this manual before using underwater. Do not exceed the depth rating of 60m (200ft.) or the housing may leak. Follow these important O-ring care instructions or the waterproof housing may leak. Do not lubricate o-ring. Inspect and clean O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces for sand, hair and other debris before every use. Clean O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces with cleaning brush provided.
Underwater Housing Instructions >> 7. For great underwater pictures you need: Clear water conditions, control your buoyancy before taking pictures, get as close as possible to subject (ideal distance is 2ft to 6ft/ 0.6m to 2m) Use SeaLife External Flash accessory to enhance colors and reduce backscatter. Store housing at room temperature in a clean and dry place. Do not expose housing to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.
Every SeaLife housing is tested for quality and a waterproof seal. It is your responsibility to properly care for the O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces to maintain a waterproof seal. Carefully follow these important O-ring care instructions. Not following these care instructions may cause the waterproof housing to leak and void your warranty. 1. Carefully inspect O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces for damage (cuts, scratches, tears, cracks, dents and any other imperfections.) before every use.
Underwater Housing Instructions >> 60 4. 5. Replace O-ring every year to ensure proper seal. Only use approved SeaLife O-ring (item #SL15017) designed for the DC800. Replacement O-rings are available at your local authorized SeaLife dealer. After each use underwater: a. Soak sealed housing in fresh water for about 15 minutes. Most dive boats offer special fresh water buckets specifically for underwater photo equipment.
To Install O-ring: Step 1: O-ring and O-ring groove must be completely clean before installing O-ring. Step 2: Push O-ring into groove as shown being careful not to twist or roll O-ring. Step 3: Use two fingers to push last part of O-ring into groove. How To Install And Remove O-Ring >> HOW TO INSTALL AND REMOVE O-RING Step 4: Carefully close housing to firmly seat O-ring and open housing again to inspect that O-ring is completely seated into groove. Do NOT grease the O-ring.
How To Install And Remove O-Ring >> 62 To Remove O-ring: Step 1: Push O-ring along groove until it lifts. Step 2: Gently lift and remove O-ring from its groove.
Step 1: Push in locking tab to open latch. Step 2: Open latch all the way to lift and release latch from housing.
How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing >> 64 Step 3: Open Housing as shown so inner camera does not fall out. Step 4: Close housing and push down on latch as shown to firmly seat latch into housing. Step 5: Push down latch until locking tab clicks into place.
The Flash Link adapter included with your camera connects the Flash Link optical cable to the DC800 camera housing. This adapter is only needed when using the SeaLife external flash accessory. Optical cables (item SL962)and external flash accessories (SL961, SL960D) are optional accessories sold separately. For more information about these accessories, please contact your local SeaLife dealer or visit www.sealife-cameras.com.
How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing >> 66 Step 3: Once the cable and adapter is firmly attached, run the cables along the bottom of the flash base and up the flash arm. The cables should be secured to the flash arm using the Velcro ties provided with your flash accessory. NOTE If using two Flash Links, attach other cable in second groove and follow above instructions. Secure optical cable to Flash arm using Velcro® ties (included External Flash accessory).
Set up camera 1. 2. 3. 4. Insert fully charged lithium battery into camera. Clean camera lens with dry, clean cotton swab. Remove camera strap since this will prevent the camera from correctly seating itself inside the housing. Set camera to Sea mode (when not using External Flash accessory) or External Flash mode (If using External Flash accessory). See page 21 for detailed instructions on how to set camera to Sea or External Flash modes.
How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing >> 68 O-ring must be absolutely clean of all hair, sand or other small particles. 7. Do not allow any water droplets to get inside housing. This may cause the inside of the housing to fog. 8. Close housing lid tightly. Make sure there are no obstructions that prevent the housing from closing. Make sure lid is tightly pressed into housing. 9. Close housing latch.
1. 2. 3. 4. Most dive operations will have a water tub for underwater cameras. Use this tub to test the camera for leaks before entering the water. Hold housing underwater for about 15 seconds with the lens pointing upwards. Lift the housing out of the water keeping the lens pointing up and look at LCD display window for any water drops. If no leaks are detected, repeat step 2 but hold the camera underwater for about 2 minutes and inspect.
How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing >> After using housing underwater 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Cleaning housing after use 1. 2. 3. The sealed housing must be thoroughly cleaned with fresh water and dry before opening. Before opening housing, everything, including your hands, head and surrounding area must be totally dry. Have a dry towel handy. After opening the housing, clean the camera, O-ring area and all inside and outside parts with a clean, dry cotton cloth. Prepare housing for storage 1. 2.
Taking underwater pictures is much different that taking land pictures. Here are the most important tips to taking great pictures underwater: 1. Crystal Clear water. Crystal Clear water is essential for good underwater pictures. Tiny particles floating in the water cause low visibility and poor picture quality. Avoid stirring up the sandy bottom with your fins. These floating particles cause small spots to appear in your picture, known as “backscatter.
How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing >> 4. Shoot many pictures of the same subject - If you don’t like it, delete it - later. One of the great advantages of digital cameras is that you can review and delete pictures later, so shoot several pictures of the same subject. One of the best ways to learn underwater photography is from your good pictures and bad pictures. 5. Use the SeaLife Flash Accessories to enhance color and brightness.
Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local SeaLife dealer for service. Symptom Cause Solutions / Corrective Actions The power does not come on. The battery is not inserted correctly. Insert the battery correctly. The battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery. The battery runs out quickly. The battery is not fully charged. The battery is not used for an extended period of time after being charged.
Troubleshooting Guide >> Solutions / Corrective Actions Symptom Cause Although it is set to auto focus, it does not focus. The lens is dirty. Wipe clean with a soft, dry cloth or lens paper. The distance to the subject is smaller than the effective range. Get your subject within the effective focus range. The contents on the memory card cannot be played back. You played back a memory card that was not formatted by this camera. Insert a memory card that was formatted on this camera.
Solutions / Corrective Actions Symptom Cause Image not sharp Focus setting not correct See page 20 for information on correct focus setting Low water visibility Minimize shooting distance in low visibility waters Too far away from subject Minimize shooting distance to 6ft/2m while underwater dirty lens Inspect and clean lens Picture grainy (pixilated) Low light conditions Use SeaLife Digital Pro Flash Accessory in low light conditions or deeper depths Blue or green pictures Water absorbs red
Troubleshooting Guide >> Symptom Cause Solutions / Corrective Actions Picture too bright (over exposed) when using external flash accessory. Camera setting not optomized Select Ext Flash Auto mode Select “macro Flash” [Push the flash button] to darken the picture exposure level. Reduce external flash accessory brightness by rotating brightness control knob clockwise Picture too dark (under exposed) when using external flash accessory.
Underwater Housing: Depth: Individual depth tested to 200’ (60m) Controls: Control buttons for power, Shutter, Zoom, LCD, Menu, 4 navigation buttons, SET and Delete buttons O-ring: Silicone Lens port: Fully multi-coated optical glass lens port with snap-on ring to adapt accessory lenses. LCD: Optical grade polycarbonate window Tripod Mount: Standard 1/4-20 tripod threads to adapt accessories.
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