PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ 1 (1,1) Instruction Manual For the digital camera CAMEDIA C-5000 Zoom Waterproof Case PT-019 ■ Thank you for buying the Waterproof Case PT-019. ■ Please read this instruction manual carefully and use the product safely and correctly. ■ Please keep this instruction manual for reference after reading it. ■ Wrong use may cause damage to the camera on the inside from water leakage, and repair may not be possible.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-1 (1,1) Introduction ● Unauthorized copying of this manual in part or in full, except for private use, is prohibited. Unauthorized reproduction is strictly prohibited. ● Our company shall not be responsible in any way for lost profits or any claims by third parties in case of any damage occurring from unsuitable use of this product. ● Our company shall not be responsible for damage, lost profits, etc.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-2 (1,1) WARNING 1. Keep this product out of the reach of babies, infants, and children. There is the possibility of occurrence of the following types of accidents. Injury by dropping onto the body from a height. Injury from parts of the body getting caught in parts which open and close. Swallowing of small parts. Please consult a physician immediately if any parts have been swallowed.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-3 (1,1) 5. Jumping into the water with the Case in your pocket or in your hand, throwing the Case from a boat or ship into the water, and other rough handling may cause water leakage. Please handle with sufficient care, when handing it over from hand to hand etc. 6. If the camera on the inside should become wet because of water leakage etc., immediately wipe off all moisture and confirm the operation. 7. Please remove the O-ring when traveling by air.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-4 (1,1) For Prevention of Water Leakage Accidents When water leakage occurs while this product is being used, repair of the camera housed in this product may become impossible. Please observe the following cautions for use. 1. When sealing this product, make sure that no hairs, fibers, sand particles or other foreign matter stick not only to the O-ring, but also to the contact surface (flat part of the front cover).
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-5 (1,1) 8. When the O-ring contact surface is pressed strongly from the outside of the Case, or when the Case is twisted, the waterproof function may be lost. Take care not to exert excessive force. 9. Please be sure to perform the advance test and the final test each time before using the case. 10.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-6 (1,1) Chemicals which cannot be used Explanation Do not clean the Case with alcohol, gasoline, thinner Volatile organic solvents, or other volatile organic solvents or with chemical detergents etc. Pure water or lukewarm water is chemical detergents sufficient. Anticorrosion agent Do not use anticorrosion agents. The metal parts use stainless steel or brass, and washing with pure water is sufficient.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-7 (1,1) Contents Introduction …………………………………………………………E-1 Please read the following items before use ……………………E-1 For safe use …………………………………………………………E-1 Batteries ……………………………………………………………E-3 For Prevention of Water Leakage Accidents ……………………E-4 Handling the Product ………………………………………………E-5 Contents …………………………………………………………E-7-8 1. Preparations …………………………………………………E-9 Check the contents of the package.………………………………E-9 Names of the parts ……………………………………………E-10 Install the strap.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-8 (1,1) Install the special balance weight. ………………………………E-18 Installation and Removal of the LCD Hood ……………………E-19 Installation ………………………………………………………E-19 Removal …………………………………………………………E-19 Mounting and Removing the Lens Cap…………………………E-20 Perform the final checks. …………………………………………E-20 Visual Inspection ………………………………………………E-20 Set the power to 'ON'. …………………………………………E-20 Try to move the mode dial. ……………………………………E-20 Final Test …………………………………………………………E-21 4.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-9 (1,1) 1. Preparations Check the contents of the package. Check that all accessories are in the box. Contact your dealer if accessories should be missing or damaged. LCD hood (on the body) LCD hood strap Silicone grease Silica gel Case body Hand strap Lenscap (Check that the O-ring is normal.
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PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-11 (1,1) Install the strap. Install the strap on the Case body. Installation explanation Finished installation Hand strap Hand strap ring CAUTION : Please install the strap correctly as shown above. Our company shall bear no responsibility for damage etc. caused by dropping the Case because of incorrect installation of the strap. Master the basic operation. Please master the basic operation of the Case before taking pictures.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-12 (1,1) How to Press the Shutter When pressing the shutter lever, press it gently, so that there will be no movement of the camera. Advice • If you use your index finger to operate the shutter release lever and your middle finger for the zoom lever, you will not need to change your finger position. • Before activating the shutter release lever, the zoom lever should be in the neutral (middle) position.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-13 (1,1) Setting the Zoom Lever When loading the digital camera in the Case, fit the projecting part of the zoom lever of the digital camera into the recessed part of the zoom lever on the inside of the Case. CAUTION : • When loading the camera, confirm that the projecting part of the zoom lever of the camera is properly set to the recessed part of the zoom lever of the Case.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-14 (1,1) 2. Advance Check of the Case Advance test before use This Case has been the subject of thorough quality control for the parts during the manufacturing process and thorough function inspections during the assembly. In addition, a water pressure test is performed with a water pressure tester for all products to confirm that the performance conforms to the specifications. However, depending on the carrying and storage conditions, the maintenance status, etc.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-15 (1,1) 3. Install the digital camera. Check the digital camera. Check the digital camera before loading it in the Case. Battery Confirmation Since the LCD monitor is used for picture confirmation while taking pictures under water, the battery life becomes short. Confirm that the remaining battery capacity is sufficient.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-16 (1,1) Open the Case. Insert the buckle opener of the accessory into the buckle opening lever as shown in the figure (in direction ) Pull the buckle opener slowly (in direction ②). When not using the buckle opener, hold the buckle opening lever with your thumb and index finger from the side and pull it up slowly. ① ② Pull the mode dial of the Case. Pull the mode dial of the Case until it stops, so that it does not interfere with the mode dial of the digital camera.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-17 (1,1) Set the mode dial. After the digital camera has been loaded, push down the mode dial of the Case from the upper surface of the Case. Set it so that the lower part of the mode dial on the inside of the Case fits properly onto the upper part of the mode dial of the digital camera itself. Also, load the camera so that the power switch of the digital camera fits into the power switch lever notch on the inside of the protector.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-18 (1,1) Check the loading status. Always perform the following final checks before sealing the Case. Has the digital camera been loaded so that the zoom lever operates properly? Has the silica gel been inserted all the way at the specified position? Has the O-ring at the Case opening part been installed properly? Are the O-ring and the O-ring contact surface on the front lid free of dirt and other foreign matter? Seal the Case.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-19 (1,1) Installation and Removal of the LCD Hood Installation Strongly push the mounting projections of the LCD hood as shown in the figure into the guides above and below the LCD monitor window. Removal Remove the mounting projections of the LCD hood from the guides above and below the LCD monitor window by widening the LCD hood.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-20 (1,1) Mounting and Removing the Lens Cap Fit the lens cap onto the lens ring as shown in the figure. Be sure to remove the lens cap before shooting. Perform the final checks. Visual Inspection After sealing the Case, check the sealing part of front and rear lid visually to confirm that the O-ring is not twisted or out of the groove and that no foreign matter has been caught.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-21 (1,1) Final Test The final test after loading the camera is explained below. This is the only way to eliminate worry about possible entry of water! Always perform this test. It can be performed easily in a water tank or a bathtub. The required time is about five minutes. Simple water immersion test 1 Place the Case slowly into the water. 2 At first, immerse the Case for only three seconds. 3 Check that no water has entered into the Case.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-22 (1,1) 4. Taking Pictures Under Water How to Use the Hand Strap Pass your hand through the accessory hand strap and adjust the length with the stop button. Take pictures carefully. Confirm the picture on the LCD monitor. This Case uses the LCD monitor to confirm the picture. The viewfinder cannot be used. Quietly press the shutter lever. When pressing the shutter lever, hold the Case securely with both hands and operate the lever quietly to prevent camera shake.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-23 (1,1) 5. Handling After Shooting Wipe off any waterdrop. After completing the shooting and returning to land, wipe off any waterdrop sticking to the Case. Use air or a soft cloth not leaving any fibers to thoroughly wipe any waterdrop etc. from the joint between the front and rear lid, the shutter lever, the palm grips, and the buckles.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-24 (1,1) Take out the digital camera. Open the Case carefully, pull up the mode dial from the upper surface of the Case to disengage it from the mode lever of the camera, and then remove the digital camera from the Case. CAUTION : • Always place the opened Case with the O-ring side facing up.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-25 (1,1) Wash the Case with pure water. After use, seal the Case again after taking out the camera and wash it sufficiently in pure water as soon as possible. After use in sea water, it is effective to immerse it for a fixed time in pure water to remove any salt. CAUTION : • Water leakage may be caused when a high water pressure is applied locally. Before washing the Case with water, remove the digital camera from it.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-26 (1,1) 6. Maintaining the Waterproof Function Remove the O-ring. Open the Case and remove the O-ring from the Case. Removal of the O-ring Insert the O-ring removal pick between the O-ring and the wall of the O-ring groove. Move the tip of the inserted pick under the O-ring. (Take care not to damage the O-ring groove with the tip of the pick.) Hold the O-ring with your fingertips after it has come out of the groove and remove it from the Case.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-27 (1,1) CAUTION : • When a mechanical pencil or a similar other sharp object is used to remove the O-ring or to clean the inside of the O-ring groove, the Case and the O-ring may be damaged and water leakage may be caused. • When the O-ring is checked with the fingertips, take care not to stretch the O-ring. • Never use alcohol, thinner, benzene or similar solvents or chemicals detergents to clean the O-ring.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-28 (1,1) CAUTION : • Always perform maintenance of the waterproof function even when the Case has been opened to exchange the battery or the image storage during shooting. Neglecting this maintenance may become the cause of water leakage. • When the Case is not to be used for a long time, remove the O-ring from the groove to prevent deformation of the O-ring, apply a thin coat of silicone grease, and store it in a clean plastic bag or the like.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-29 (1,1) 7. Appendix Q & A on the use of the PT-019 Q1 : Which digital cameras can be used? A1 : The PT-019 is only for the models C-5000 Zoom. Q2 : What cautions must be observed when loading the digital camera into the Case? A2 : Pay special attention to the following items when loading the camera into the Case. (1) Check that the remaining capacity of the battery in the digital camera is sufficient.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-30 (1,1) (3) In case of the following handling with a camera loaded into the Case, trouble or breakage may be caused for the Case and/or the loaded camera. Always avoid such handling. (a) Hitting other objects (b) Dropping (c) Placing heavy objects on top of the Case (4) When the Case is not used for a long time, trouble from formation of mold etc. may be caused. Before use, confirm the operation of all operation parts and perform the advance test and the final test.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-31 (1,1) dry them. When an object with a sharp tip is used to remove the O-ring from the groove, the O-ring may be damaged and water leakage may be caused. Always use the accessory pick for O-ring removal. Q6 : How should I take pictures under water? A6 : Please observe the following items for shooting under water. (1) Fix the Case with the accessory hand strap to your wrist. (2) When you place a finger onto the lens window, the finger will appear in the photo.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-32 (1,1) Q9 : What are the important points for O-ring maintenance? A9 : Please observe the following items. (1) Never use alcohol, thinner, benzene or similar organic solvents or chemical detergents to clean the O-ring. When such chemicals are used, it is to be feared that the O-ring will be damaged or that its deterioration will be accelerated. (2) Use the original Olympus silicone O-ring grease (white cap).
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-33 (1,1) Q11: Please tell me about repairs. A11: Please contact a service station of our company or your dealer, if repair should be necessary. Do not try to repair, disassemble or modify the Case yourself. Repair, disassembly or modification by you or third parties not authorized by Olympus invalidates the guarantee. Q12: What are the model numbers of the PT-019 accessories? A12: The following accessories are being sold.
PT_019_en.qxd 2003.9.19 2:13 PM ページ E-34 (1,1) After-sale Service ● You will receive the guarantee card from your dealer. Please make sure that the dealer's name, the date of purchase, etc. have been entered. If they have not been entered, immediately ask your dealer to have them entered. Read the guarantee conditions carefully and keep the guarantee card at a safe location.
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