Aquabotix Technology Corporation AQUALENS Series User manual

underwater viewing system
VERSION 1
© Aquabotix Technology Corporation. All rights reserved. 10.07.2011
Trademarks used in this guide, Aquabotix and AquaLens, are trademarks of
Aquabotix Technology Corporation. Other names mentioned in this guide may be
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Aquabotix reserves the right to make changes to the specications of the
AquaLens at any time without notice. Also, Aquabotix may alter any or all
documentation without notice.
The purpose of this manual is to provide AquaLens users with a
clear understanding of operating procedures. If further information
is needed, contact Aquabotix at [email protected].
website: www.aquabotix.com

Table of Contents
Legal Disclaimer
Important Safety Instructions ___________________________________
Safety and Operational Warnings ________________________________
Additional Restrictions On Use __________________________________
AquaLens Assembly
Overview ______________________________________________________
Pole Attachment ______________________________________________
Topside Box Connections _______________________________________
LCD Screen Attachment ________________________________________
Removing Dome _______________________________________________
Maintenance
Inserting Or Replacing Batteries ________________________________
Recomended Replacement Periods _____________________________
Replacing O-ring _______________________________________________
Replacing Moisture Absorbing Pack ____________________________
Cleaning Dome _______________________________________________
Preventing Fogging On Dome ___________________________________
After Water Care ______________________________________________
Troubleshooting ________________________________________________
Specications _________________________________________________
Warranty ______________________________________________________
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Important Safety Instructions
Assemble and use AquaLens only as instructed by this manual.
Read and follow these important safety instructions and the detailed
assembly in this manual prior to using the Aqualens.
Follow all safety and operational warnings.
Heed all additional restricitons on use.
Refer all non-routine service issues to Aquabotix at www.aquabotix.com
or [email protected].
Safety and Operational Warnings
Assemble AquaLens in a safe, dry place. Do not assemble while
submerged in water or allow Aqualens to get wet before it is fully
assembled and enclosed in the watertight dome. Do not assemble with
wet hands.
AquaLens is powered by eight (8) AA Alkaline batteries. Do not use any
other type of battery or powering device for AquaLens. Caution should
be used when inserting or changing batteries.
Do not attempt to insert or change batteries into AquaLens while
submerged in water. Do not let the battery assembly area get wet. Do
not assemble with wet hands.
When using topside power to operate your AquaLens, use caution to
prevent shock or damage.
The AquaLens dome must be completely secured to keep it watertight.
Check the security of the dome before submersion. To tighten, line up
the grooves and turn clockwise until it locks.
The topside box and LCD screen are not waterproof. Do not submerge
the topside box or LCD screen in water. Do not let the topside box or
LCD screen get wet.
1Legal Disclaimer

Table of Contents
Legal Disclaimer
Important Safety Instructions ___________________________________
Safety and Operational Warnings ________________________________
Additional Restrictions On Use __________________________________
AquaLens Assembly
Overview ______________________________________________________
Pole Attachment ______________________________________________
Topside Box Connections _______________________________________
LCD Screen Attachment ________________________________________
Removing Dome _______________________________________________
Maintenance
Inserting Or Replacing Batteries ________________________________
Recomended Replacement Periods _____________________________
Replacing O-ring _______________________________________________
Replacing Moisture Absorbing Pack ____________________________
Cleaning Dome _______________________________________________
Preventing Fogging On Dome ___________________________________
After Water Care ______________________________________________
Troubleshooting ________________________________________________
Specications _________________________________________________
Warranty ______________________________________________________
AquaLens is meant for depths no greater than 10 meters from the
water surface. Do not go beyond this depth due to limitation as opera-
tional safety is not tested and rated for such depths.
Secure all cables on board to prevent tripping hazards.
Do not submerge cable connector plugs, let them get wet or handle
them with wet hands.
Assure cable is properly secured to pole with adapter or straps before
use. AquaLens will sink if not properly secured.
Inspect AquaLens prior to use. If there is any sign of water inside the
camera or housing unit or other damage, do not use. Send AquaLens
to Aquabotix for service.
Do not attempt to dislodge or pry foreign objects from AquaLens. Send
AquaLens to Aquabotix for service.
Additional Restrictions On Use
AquaLens is meant for operation by adults over 18 years of age only.
Keep AquaLens out of the reach of children and supervise children and
pets when AquaLens is in operation.
Do not use AquaLens in rain, rough sea conditions and/or storms.
Do not use AquaLens while underwater machinery is in operation.
Do not touch AquaLens to underwater marine growth. Keep AquaLens
clear of all underwater objects.
Do not expose AquaLens to high temperatures above 40
0
Celsius /
104
0
Fahrenheit; avoid direct sunlight.
Use AquaLens in the recommended operating water temperature range
of 2
0
Celsius / 35
0
Fahrenheit to 32
0
Celsius / 89
0
Fahrenheit.
Dropping AquaLens or subjecting it to strong force may damage the
device and its watertight dome. Handle with care.
2Legal Disclaimer

Failure to follow these important safety instructions and the
detailed assembly and use instrucitons of this manual will void your
limited warranty from Aquabotix and may result in serious injury or
death. Aquabotix disclaims all liability arising from or caused by the
failure to assemble and use AquaLens in accordance with this
manual, including all important safety intructions.
3Legal Disclaimer

4Overview
LED lighting
video camera
standard 15 ft. cable
(optional longer length available)
anti-fogging technology
battery compartment
Built in connection
standard attacher
+ universal pole strap
Universal t to any pole
Viewing sphere
video out (composite)
(attach to belt)
(attach to forearm)
+ 12 VDC connector
3.5” LCD screen
arm band

Pole Attachment (prefered method)
If using a boat hook with threaded end:
a) Thread the angular adapter into the hole on the back of the
viewing sphere. Be sure to align the angular adapter vertically with
the camera.
b) Thread your boat hook into the angular adapter.
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a
b

Topside Box Connections
a) Attach the camera connecter cable to the topside box.
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a b

LCD Screen Attachment
Attach your forearm strap to the LCD screen. Turn the AquaLens on
with or without LED lighting, using the knob on the topside box. You’re
now ready to take a look at the underwater world!
Removing Dome
To remove dome, turn counter clockwise and remove. Use caution
when handling your dome to prevent scratches and to protect clarity.
Use caution when handling O-ring to be sure the area remains clean to
ensure a water tight seal.
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