PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページ1 Instruction Manual Underwater Case PT-030 For the digital camera SP-310/SP350 ■ Thank you for buying the Underwater Case PT-030. ■ 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. ■ Before use, perform an advance check as described in this manual.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-1 Disclaimer ● Unauthorised copying of this manual in part or in full, except for private use, is prohibited. Unauthorised reproduction is strictly prohibited. ● OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. shall not be responsible in any way for lost profits or any claims by third parties in case of any damage occurring from incorrect use of this product. ● OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. shall not be responsible in any way for damage, lost profits, etc.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-2 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-3 5. Rough handling, such as jumping into the water with the case in your hand or in an outside pocket or throwing the case into the water, etc. could lead to water leakage. Please always take care when using the case. 6. If the camera contained in the case becomes wet because of water leakage, etc., immediately wipe off all moisture and check the camera is working correctly. 7.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-4 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. Even a single hair or a single grain of sand may cause water leakage.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-5 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-6 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 metallic parts are treated with plating or aluminum oxidation. Washing with pure water is sufficient.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-7 Contents Disclaimer ..................................................................................E-1 Please read the following before using the product ..................E-1 For safe use ..............................................................................E-1 Batteries ....................................................................................E-3 Setting the camera mode ..........................................................
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-8 Seal the Case...........................................................................E-21 Install the special balance weight.............................................E-21 Check the camera operation. ..................................................E-22 Installation and Removal of the LCD Hood ..............................E-23 Installation ............................................................................E-23 Removal ...................................
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-9 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 Silicone grease Silica gel (on the body) Waterproof cap for the TTL cable connector LCD hood strap Lenscap Waterproof cap maintenance adapter Hand strap Case body (Check that the O-ring is normal.
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PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-11 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. OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-12 How to Press the Shutter When pressing the shutter lever, press it gently, so that there will be no movement of the camera. Advice • For more detailed information on operating the shutter release, please consult the digital camera’s instruction manual. How to Use the Mode Dial The case is equipped with a mode dial knob that fits on the camera's mode dial and functions the same way.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-13 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:33 PM ページE-14 Removing the TTL cable connector cap TTL cable connector cap 1 To perform TTL flash shooting in combination with the separately available Electronic Flash Case, remove the TTL cable connector cap as described below. 1Remove the TTL cable connector cap from the Case. 2Connect the Electronic Flash Case’s underwater TTL cable to the TTL connector on the Case. ② Remove. ① Turn counter clockwise. 2 Underwater TTL cable Use this mark to align the position.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-15 Removing the hot shoe cable cap To perform TTL flash shooting when this case is used, connect the hot shoe cable provided with the optional electronic flash case to the connector on this case and the camera’s hot shoe. 1 Turn the hot shoe cable connector cap inside the case counterclockwise to remove it. 2 Insert the connector of the hot shoe cable into the case's connector and turn the connector screws all the way clockwise to connect them firmly.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-16 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-17 Advance Test 1. Before installing the digital camera in the Case, immerse the empty Case to the intended water depth to confirm that there is no water leakage. 2. Main causes of water leakage are as follows. The O-ring has not been installed. A part of the O-ring or the entire O-ring is outside the specified groove. O-ring damage, cracks, deterioration or deformation.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-18 3. Install the digital camera. Check the digital camera. Check the digital camera before loading it in the Case. Battery Confirmation Confirm that the remaining battery capacity is sufficient. Note: • To avoid missing shutter chances due the battery running out, you should always replace the battery with a fully charged battery before each dive.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-19 Open the Case. Use the provided O-ring remover as described below. Insert the hook section below the buckle lock/unlock lever. Slowly pull the O-ring remover. If the O-ring remover is not available, push the buckle lock/unlock lever from the left and right with your thumb and index finger, and pull up the lever gently. Insert the digital camera. Make sure that the digital camera is turned OFF.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-20 Insertion of silica gel Before sealing the Case, insert the accessory silica gel bag (for prevention of fogging) between the bottom of the camera and the Case. Insert the bag with the glued longer side to the inside. Pay attention to the orientation. CAUTION : • Insert the silica gel all the way at the specified location and with the specified orientation.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-21 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? Are the O-ring and the O-ring contact surface free of dirt and other foreign matter? Is the O-ring installed properly both on the front and rear lids? Is the TTL cable connector cap attached securely? Seal the Case.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-22 Check the camera operation. After sealing the Case, check that the camera functions normally. Push the POWER button on the Case and confirm that the camera turns ON/OFF. Turn the mode dial knob on the Case and confirm that the camera mode switches properly. Push the shutter lever on the Case and confirm that the camera shutter is released. Operate other control buttons on the Case and confirm that the camera functions as it should.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-23 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-24 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, visually examine the sealed parts of the front and rear lids to make sure that the O-ring is not twisted or out of the groove and that no foreign matter is caught in the groove.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-25 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 Explanatory image Hints As the Case is transparent, waterdrops entering into it can be confirmed easily. 1 Place the Case slowly into the water.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-26 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. 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-27 5. Underwater Shooting According to the Scene Type To facilitate underwater shooting, the SP-310/SP-350 camera features a variety of preset configurations optimized for various underwater shooting situations. Underwater shooting modes (Examples) Underwater Wide-Angle 1 Suitable for shooting a scene that extends across a wide range such as a school of fish swimming through the water. Background blues are vividly reproduced.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-28 Selecting the shooting scene mode To use one of the preset underwater shooting scene modes, turn the Case’s mode dial knob to set the camera mode to [SCENE]. While observing the LCD monitor screen, press the Up or Down cross-cursor button on the Case to select the optimum underwater shooting scene mode. Press the ON/MENU button to enter the selected underwater shooting scene mode.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-29 6. 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. CAUTION : • Especially when waterdrops remain between the front and the rear lid, they may spill to the inside when the Case is opened.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-30 Removing the digital camera. Unlock the buckle on the Case and open its rear lid carefully. Pull up the Case’s mode dial knob and remove the digital camera from the Case, taking care that the bottom of the Case’s mode dial knob is not caught on the camera’s mode dial. CAUTION : • Always place the opened Case with the O-ring side facing up.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-31 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-32 7. 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 remover between the O-ring and the O-ring groove. Pass the tip of the inserted O-ring remover below the O-ring. (Be careful not to scratch the O-ring groove with the tip of the O-ring remover.) Hold the O-ring with your fingertips after it has come out of the groove and remove it from the Case.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-33 Remove any foreign matter attached to the O-ring groove using a lintfree clean cloth or cotton swab. Also remove any sand or dirt attached to the O-ring contact surface on the front lid of the case. 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.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-34 Install the O-ring. Confirm that no foreign matter is attached, apply a thin coat of the accessory grease to the O-ring, and fit the O-ring into the groove. At this time, confirm that the O-ring does not stick out from the groove. How to Apply Grease to the O-ring 1 Apply the exclusive lubricant to each O-ring. Make sure that your fingers and the Oring are free of dirt, and squeeze about 5 mm of lubricant onto a finger. (5 mm is the most appropriate amount.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-35 Replace consumable products. The O-ring is a consumable product. Independent of the number of times the Case is used, it is recommended that the O-ring should be replaced by a new one at least once a year. Deterioration of the O-ring is accelerated by the use conditions and the storage conditions. Replace the O-ring even before a year has passed if it shows signs of damage, cracking or loss of elasticity.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-36 Maintenance of the TTL Connector Cap After removing the TTL connector cap from the waterproof cap, be sure to clean and grease the O-ring. Use the waterproof cap maintenance adapter to remove the O-ring unit from the waterproof cap. Waterproof cap Waterproof cap maintenance adapter 1 Insert the adapter by aligning its pin with the hole on the cap. 2 Turn the adapter counterclockwise to remove the O-ring unit.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-37 8. Appendix PT-030 Frequently Asked Questions Q1 : Which digital cameras can be used with the PT-030? A1 : The PT-030 is designed specifically for use with the model SP-310 or SP-350. Q2 : What precautions 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-38 (b) Places with open fire (c) Places with volatile substances (d) Places with vibrations (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.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-39 Remove the O-ring, wipe off any salt, sand, dust, etc., and also clean the O-ring groove and the O-ring contact surface in the same way and then 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 provided O-ring remover. Q6 : How should I take pictures under water? A6 : Please observe the following items for shooting under water.
PT_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-40 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_030_EN.qxd 05.10.28 6:34 PM ページE-41 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 and the prices of the PT-030 accessories? A12: The following accessories are available. (1) O-ring for the PT-030 body (POL-030): This is a silicone rubber O-ring packing to be installed in the PT-030 body to make it waterproof.
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