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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 >> 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*. * Follow these important O-ring care instructions or the waterproof housing may leak. * * * * * * * * Warning - the camera inside the waterproof housing IS NOT certified to be intrinsically safe.
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. Press 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 16 Recording Video Clips Playing Back Video Clips PLAYBACK MODE 34 35 36 36 37 40 Capturing Images (Taking Pictures) Setting the Focus About Easy Set-up Mode About External Flash Modes About Sea and Snorkel Modes About Spy Mode Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image Setting the Panorama Mode VIDEO MODE 32 33 34 Preparation Charging the Battery Speed Scrolling and Menu Navig
Contents >> 49 51 54 TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER 54 55 Downloading Your Files EDITING SOFTWARE 56 SPECIFICATIONS (INNER CAMERA ONLY) 57 APPENDIX 57 58 59 64 Possible number of shots (still image) Possible recording time / sec (video clip) UNDERWATER HOUSING INSTRUCTIONS 60 62 63 8 Playback Menu Setup Menu 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 66 HOW TO OPEN AND CLO
Overview Thank you for purchasing the SeaLife DC1200 digital underwater camera. This is not your ordinary land camera in a waterproof housing. The SeaLife camera includes special onboard software and exposure programs that 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 (with item #): Digital Camera (SL70001) Underwater Housing (SL117) with lanyard (SL32070) Instruction manual (SL70025) and Quick Guide (SL70024) CD-ROM (SL70020) USB cable (SL18130) AV cable (SL18131) Camera strap (item # not available) Camera pouch (SL70090) AC power adapter (SL70032) Battery charging tray (SL70035) International plug ada
Front View 2 3 4 1 5 6 8 7 1. Zoom lever (Menu scrolling lever) 2. Mode button (To select picture or video mode) 3. Status LED 4. ON/OFF Power button 5. Self-timer LED 6. Microphone 7. Lens 8.
Getting To Know Your Camera >> 12 Rear View a. b. c. d. e. Item LCD monitor USB and AV OUT terminal Strap holder Tripod mount Battery / Memory card cover Function Capture Mode Video Mode Playback Mode 1. Shutter button (Set button when in menu) Record button (Set button when in menu) Still Image: Records voice memo (if “Voice Memo” is “On”). Video clip: to play video clip 2. Playback mode Playback mode Still image: to capture mode Video clip: to video mode 3.
Capture mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Image stab.
Getting To Know Your Camera >> 14 Video mode 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Zoom status Flash mode Battery condition Storage media Main focus area Video quality Video resolution Available recording time/Elapsed time Self-timer icon Date and time Focus setting Mode icon Sound off icon 11 4 5 6 7 10 Playback mode - Still image playback 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.
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Getting Started >> GETTING STARTED 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.
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 Write-protect tab Write-protection state 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.
Getting Started >> Speed Scrolling and Menu Navigation There are two ways to navigate the menus: Speed scrolling When the Menu is open, use the Zoom lever to quickly scroll through the menus and the shutter button to set the camera. This is how you adjust the camera settings when the camera is inside the underwater housing. 1. Press the Menu button. 2. Turn the zoom lever right [ ] to scroll down or right through the menu. 3. Turn the zoom lever left [ ] to scroll up or left through the menu. 4.
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. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select [Setup] with the button. 3. Select [Date/Time] with the / buttons, and press the SET button.
Getting Started >> Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. 1. 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 / buttons and press the SET button. The setting will be stored. 5.
Capturing Images (Taking Pictures) Your camera is equipped with a 3” full color 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. 2. Press the Mode button and set the camera to Capture mode (not Video mode). 3. Compose your image in the LCD monitor.
About External Flash Modes >> Setting the Focus The camera uses an auto focus lens system. You can select among the three focus settings described below. Press the mode. button to select the desired focus The table below will help you choose the appropriate focus mode: Focus mode Description [ ] Auto Focus Select this setting and the camera will automatically focus from approximately 2ft (60cm) to infinity. In Tele zoom the range is 3ft (90cm) to infinity.
The Easy Set-up mode is a fast and easy way to set the camera for underwater or land photography. Select Easy Set-up option located in the capture menu. Then, select the best choice from a series of options depending on the shooting condition and the accessories you are using. 1. Press the Menu button and select Easy Set-up: 2. Select Underwater or Land. 3. Select Camera+Flash or Camera Only. 4. Select Snorkeling or Diving. 5. The camera is now correctly set for you type of shooting condition.
About Sea and Snorkel Modes >> About External Flash Modes When using one (or two) SeaLife external flashes (optional accessory), set the camera Scene mode to ExtFlash Auto or ExtFlash MNL [manual] mode. In Ext Flash Auto mode, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure resulting in sharp, colorful underwater pictures.
Icon Scene mode Description Auto Automatic exposure control with external flash. In order to achieve proper image exposure, press the [ ] flash button to switch between one of the following three exposure settings: [Blank] - This is the default setting ideal for most underwater pictures. [ ]- Macro Flash: This exposure setting is ideal for close-up shooting distances inside of 3ft (1m) or make the picture less bright.
About Sea and Snorkel Modes >> About Sea and Snorkel Modes The Sea and Snorkel Modes are used to capture underwater pictures when NOT using the optional external flash accessory. Sea mode is ideal for scuba diving below 25ft/8m depth. Snorkel mode is ideal for underwater pictures above 25ft/8m depth. The camera will make color corrections to compensate for the loss of red colors typical in underwater photography. To set SEA mode: 1. Press the MENU button. 2.
NOTE The default setting for Sea mode is “BluWtr>25ft”. The default setting for Snorkel mode is “GrnWtr<25ft”. When the camera is in Sea and Snorkel mode, the scene displayed on the LCD display will appear red in color when you are on land. This is normal and will appear different when you are underwater. The Sea mode color correction feature will not work during night time diving or depths greater than 50ft / 15m depending on the amount of available light.
About Spy Mode >> 28 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. Press the Mode button to select [ ]. 2.
NOTE When using the SPY shooting mode underwater, it is helpful to have a waterproof tripod that can stabilized the camera. We recommend using the Gorillapod SLR. For more information, please visit: www.joby.com/products/gorillapod/slr/ Recording a Subject onto an Existing Background Image Pre-Shot helps you get the background you want, even if you need to ask someone else to record the image for you. Basically, Pre-Shot is a two-step process. 1.
Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image >> 30 Combining Shots of Two People into a Single Image This mode lets you record images of two people and combine them into a single image. This makes it possible for you to include yourself in group images, even when there is no one else around to record the image for you. 1. Press the Mode button to select [Capture Mode] (not video mode). a. Press the MENU button. b. Select [Function] with the button. c.
This mode is designed to make it easier to take a series of shots then stitch them together with software to make a single image. You can capture a photographic subject that won’t fit into a single frame, such as a landscape, and stitch it together later with a program such as Arcsoft Panorama Maker® 4.0 or Photoshop application. 1. Press the Mode button to select [Capture Mode] (not video mode). 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Select [Scene Mode] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. 4.
Video Mode >> VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record continuous video with sound. 1. Press the Mode button to select Video mode [ ]. 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.
You can play back recorded video clips on the camera. You can also play back sound if recorded with the video. ] button. 1. Press the [ The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the desired video clip with the / buttons (or Zoom lever). 3. Press the SET (or Shutter) button to start playing video clip. A press of the / buttons (or Zoom lever) during playback allows fast forward play / fast reverse play. To stop video playback, press the button.
Playback Mode >> PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor. ] button. 1. Press the [ The last image appears on the screen. 2. The images can be displayed in forward or reverse sequence with the / buttons (or Zoom lever). To view the previous image, press the button (or turn Zoom lever left). To view the next image, press the button (or turn Zoom lever right).
You can use this function to remove the red-eye effect after an image is taken. ] button. 1. Press the [ 2. Select the image that you want to edit with the / buttons (or Zoom lever). 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Select [Fix Red Eyes] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button. 5. Select [Yes] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button. 6. View the changes on the corrected image. 7.
Playback Mode >> Attaching Voice Memos A maximum of 30 seconds of audio can be recorded as a memo for captured still images. The voice memo can be recorded only once. ] button. 1. Press the [ The last image appears on the screen. 2. Select the image to which you want to attach the voice memo with the / buttons (or Zoom lever). 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Select [Voice Memo] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the Set (or Shutter) button. 5.
Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. ] button. 1. Press the [ 2. Select the image that you want to protect with the / buttons (or Zoom lever). 3. Press the MENU button. 4. Select [Protect] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button. 5. Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button. 6. Select [Set] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button.
Playback Mode >> Canceling the Protection To cancel protection for only one image, display the image on which you want to remove the image protection. 1. Select [Protect] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever) from the playback menu, and press the SET (or Shutter) button. 2. Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button. 3. Select [Cancel Protect] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press the [ ] button. The last image or video clip will be displayed on the screen. Select the image / video you want to erase with the / buttons (or Zoom lever). Press the button. The deletion menu will be displayed. Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button. [Single]: Erases the selected image or video. [All]: Erases all of the images / videos except for the protected files.
Menu Options >> MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press the Mode button and select [ ]. Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] / [Setup] menu with the / buttons. When the camera is in the underwater housing, turn the Zoom lever right or left to scroll through all menus. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, and press the SET (or Shutter) button to enter its respective menu.
* [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ * [ ] Auto: Suitable for almost all types of pictures on LAND. (Not for underwater). In AUTO mode, you can also change any other camera setting depending on your type of shooting condition. ] Sea: For underwater pictures WITHOUT external flash accessory at depths greater than 25ft/8m. Refer to page 26 for more information ] Snorkel: For underwater pictures WITHOUT external flash accessory at depths less than 25ft/8m. See page 26 for more information.
Menu Options >> * [ * [ ] Splash Water: For land pictures of splashing water. The camera will use a faster shutter speed so you can stop the motion of the splashing water. ] Flow Water: For land pictures of flowing water. The camera will use a slower shutter speed so you can see the motion of flowing water in the picture. Size This sets the size of the image that will be captured.
* [ * [ * * * * * * [ [ [ [ [ [ 1 2 ] BluWtr>25ft (Blue Water greater than 25ft depth). This mode is ideal for deeper diving in “blue” water. ] GrnWtr<25ft (Green Water less than 25ft depth). This mode is ideal for snorkeling or shallow diving in “greener” water with higher algae content. ] GrnWtr>25ft (Green Water greater than 25ft depth). This mode is ideal for deeper diving in “greener” water with higher algae content.
Menu Options >> Image Stab. This sets whether or not to use image stabilization at the time of photography. This function minimizes the motion blur caused by hand “shake” or movement when you capture an image. It is recommended to keep the image stabilization OFF to save battery power unless taking pictures in low light without flash. * On / Off Capture Mode This sets the recording method at the time of capturing images. * [ ] Single: Captures one image at a time.
When the Quick Shutter is set to ON and you quickly press the shutter button down fully, the camera takes image without using auto focus (Focus is set to infinity). * On / Off Digital Zoom This sets whether or not to use digital zoom at the time of photography. * On / Off Menu Options >> Quick Shot Date Print The date of recording can be printed directly on the still images. This function must be activated before the image is captured.
Menu Options >> Setting Manual White Balance (WB) The surrounding light may affect the color balance of your pictures or videos. 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 menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Menu Options >> Video Menu Press the mode button and set the camera [ ]. Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] / [Setup] menu with the / buttons. When the camera is in the underwater housing, turn the Zoom lever right or left to scroll through all menus.
Menu Options >> 48 White Balance Refer to pages 42 of this manual titled “White Balance” in Capture Menu for further details. Audio This sets whether or not to record audio at the time of video recording. * On / Off Digital Zoom Refer to section in this manual titled “Digital Zoom” 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 Press the [ ] button. Press the MENU button. Select the desired option item with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button to enter its respective menu. When the camera is in the underwater housing, turn the Zoom lever right or left to scroll through all menus.
Menu Options >> Protect Refer to page 36 of this manual titled “Protecting Images” for further details. Voice Memo Refer to page 36 of this manual titled “Attaching Voice Memos” 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 Change Changes the quality (compression) of a recorded image.
Set your camera’s operating environment. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Menu Options >> Setup Menu Press the Mode button to [ ] or [ ], or press the [ ] button. Press the MENU button, and select the [Setup] menu with the button. When the camera is in the underwater housing, turn the Zoom lever right or left to scroll through all menus. Select the desired option item with the / buttons (or Zoom lever), and press the SET (or Shutter) button to enter its respective menu.
Menu Options >> Beep This sets whether or not to mute the camera sound each time you press the camera’s buttons. * On / Off Display This sets the image information display state. * Default / All / Off Video Out This sets your camera to match the system of the equipment that you are going to connect to the camera. * PAL/NTSC Fr. No. Reset This creates a new folder. The captured images are recorded to the newly created folder from number 0001. * Yes / No Light Freq.
This displays the free capacity of the internal memory or the memory card. System Info. This displays the firmware version of the camera. Sys. Reset This returns all basic settings to the camera’s default settings. The time setting will not be reset. * Yes / No Menu Options >> Media Info.
Transferring Files To Your Computer >> TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER System Requirement (Minimum requirements) Windows Pentium III 1GHz or higher Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 512MB RAM 150MB hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port Macintosh PowerPC G3/G4/G5 OS 9.0 or later 256MB 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.
Almost every computer already includes photo editing software, like Windows Photo Gallery or Mac iPhoto, which allows you to open, organize and edit your pictures. If your computer does not include any photo editing software, you may want to purchase one. Here are some links to popular photo editing software that you can purchase. Many offer free trial versions: Google Picasa: www.picasa.google.com Adobe Photoshop (Elements): www.adobe.com Arcsoft: www.arcsoft.com Ulead: www.ulead.
Specifications >> SPECIFICATIONS (INNER CAMERA ONLY) Item Description Image sensor 1/2.33” CCD sensor (12 megapixels) Image resolution 12M (3968X2976), 8M (3264 x 2448), 4M (2304x1728), 2M (1600 x 1200), VGA (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) SD/SDHC memory card capacity Quality Internal Memory 2GB 4GB 8GB [ ] 640 x 480 [ ] Fine 00:00:21 00:25:37 00:52:42 01:45:45 [ ] Standard 00:00:22 00:26:46 00:55:05 01:50:32 [ ] 320 x 240 [ ] Fine 00:00:49 00:59:36 02:02:37 04:06:03 [ ] Standard 00:01:02 01:15:42 02:35:44 05:12:31 Size * We recommend a memory card of at least 10MB/Sec write speed to prevent auto stop or unexpected results.
Important: Please carefully read and understand these instructions before using camera and housing underwater. DC1200 SeaLife DC1200 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).
Underwater Housing Instructions >> MUST DO for underwater housing: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 60 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.
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 Digital Pro Flash (SL961 - optional 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. Do not store housing in extreme high temperatures, such as the trunk of your car.
Underwater Housing Instructions >> Maintaining a waterproof seal 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.
4. 5. Make sure O-ring is completely seated into O-ring groove before sealing housing. O-ring must not be twisted when seated in the o-ring groove. See page 63 on instructions on how to install and remove O-ring. Replace O-ring every year to ensure proper seal. Only use approved SeaLife O-ring (item #SL17017) designed for the DC1200. Replacement O-rings are available at your local authorized SeaLife dealer, or visit www.sealifepartsdirect.com to order online (USA only). After each use underwater: a.
How To Install And Remove O-Ring >> HOW TO INSTALL AND REMOVE O-RING 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. 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.
Step 2: Gently lift and remove O-ring from its groove. How To Install And Remove O-Ring >> To Remove O-ring: Step 1: Push O-ring along groove until it lifts.
How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing >> 66 HOW TO OPEN AND CLOSE WATERPROOF HOUSING Step 1: Push in locking tab to open latch. Step 2: Open latch all the way to lift and release latch from housing.
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. k” How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing >> Step 3: Open Housing as shown so inner camera does not fall out.
Installing the Flash Link optical cable adapter >> 68 INSTALLING THE FLASH LINK OPTICAL CABLE ADAPTER The Flash Link adapter (SL17052) included with your camera connects the Flash Link optical cable to the DC1200 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.
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). Refer to Flash Link optical cable instruction manual for more details and troubleshooting tips. Installing the Flash Link optical cable adapter >> 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.
How to set-up the Waterproof Housing >> HOW TO SET-UP THE WATERPROOF HOUSING Set up camera 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Set up housing Opening and loading of the housing should be done in a dry environment such as in an air-conditioned room to prevent trapping moist air in the housing which can cause the housing to fog while underwater. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 70 Insert fully charged lithium battery into camera. Clean camera lens with dry, clean cotton swab.
Carefully clean O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces with cleaning brush provided. O-ring must not be wet when sealing housing, allow these areas to dry. 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.
Using and cleaning the underwater housing and camera >> 72 Before Entering Water 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.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Before entering dive boat, hand the housing to someone on the boat. Make sure the sealed housing is placed in a fresh water tub available on most dive boats. Press each button a few times to rinse out the salt water trapped under the buttons. This will clean the salt water from the housing and prevents the salt water from drying on the housing and O-ring. Never let water dry on the camera housing. Salt crystals can damage the O-ring, lens and attract moisture.
Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy >> GREAT UNDERWATER PICTURES MADE EASY 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.
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. Water filters out light and red/yellow colors resulting in darker, blue images.
Troubleshooting Guide >> TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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.
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. You played back a memory card that was not formatted by this camera. Insert a memory card that was formatted on this camera. The contents on the memory card cannot be played back. Files cannot be deleted. The file is protected. Cancel protection.
Troubleshooting Guide >> Troubleshooting for underwater photography 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 c
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” [Press 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.
Housing Specifications >> HOUSING SPECIFICATIONS Underwater Housing: Depth: Individual depth tested to 200’ (60m) Controls: Control buttons to access all camera functions Power, Mode, Shutter, Zoom, Playback, Menu, Flash, Focus, Delete. The Zoom lever can be used to scroll through menus and the Shutter button functions like the Set button when the menu is open. O-ring: Silicone (item # SL17017) Lens port: Fully multi-coated optical glass lens port with snap-on ring to adapt accessory lenses.
Photo by: Dan Johnson SL70025 March 2010
