DeepSea Power & Light Super Wide-i SeaCam User manual

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DEEPSEA Power & Light
®
Rev. 11/28/18
Super Wide-i
SeaCam
®
Operator’s Manual

Specification Overview
* Specications subject to change without notice.
Operator’s Manual
Super Wide-i SeaCam®
SWSC-3060
Black and White
SWSC-4060
Color
Optical Specications
Lens 1.4 mm, F/2.2
Focus Fixed
Depth of Field 25 mm [1.0] to innity
FOV in Water 150º H x 120º V x 185° D
Video Specications
Image Sensor 1/3 inch CCD Sensor
Sensor Resolution EIA: 811 H x 508 V
CCIR: 795 H x 596 V PAL: 795 H x 596 V
Measured Resolution 570 TVL (center) 450 TVL (center)
Faceplate Illumination 0.002 Lux F/1.2 0.1 Lux F/1.2
Signal to Noise 46 dB > 50 dB
Video Output Composite, 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohm, unbalanced
Video Format EIA or CCIR PAL
Environmental Specications
Depth Rating 6,000 m
11,000 m optional
Operational Temperature -10 °C to 40 °C [-14 °F to 104 °F]
Storage Temperature -30 °C to 70 °C [-22 °F to 158 °F]
Electrical Specications
Power 11~30 VDC
Current 160 mA 145 mA
Mechanical Specications
Housing Standard: Hard Anodized 6013 Aluminum
Optional: 6Al-4V Titanium
Port Optically Polished Glass
Outer Diameter 58.4 mm [2.30 in]
Overall Length
(Without Connector) 104.9 mm [4.13 in]
Weight in Air 0.47 kg [1.05 lbs.]
Weight in Water 0.23 kg [0.51 lbs.]
Connector
Default SEACON MCBH4MP
Contact sales for more options.
2.30
58.4
2.77
70.4
1.55
39.5
.99
25.1
4.13
104.9
5.45
138.5
[inch]
mm

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Table of Contents
Specification Overview .................................................................................................................. 2
Table of Contents............................................................................................................................ 3
Safety Symbols............................................................................................................................... 4
General Notes & Warnings............................................................................................................. 4
Pre & Post Dive Inspection ............................................................................................................ 4
Operation Instruction .................................................................................................................. 5
Video Output ................................................................................................................................ 5
Flooding Repair Procedure............................................................................................................ 5
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................. 5
RMA Procedure for Repair............................................................................................................. 5
Warranty Information...................................................................................................................... 6
Limited Warranty.......................................................................................................................... 6

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Safety Symbols
In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols are used to communicate important
safety information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to
avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in damage to the product or bodily harm.
CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.
This symbol means read the operator’s manual carefully before using the equipment. The operator’s manual contains important information
on the safe and proper operation of the equipment.
This symbol means always wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles when handling or using this equipment to reduce the risk of
eye injury.
This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock.
This symbol indicates the risk of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Always use ESD safe practices when handling equipment.
This symbol indicates a potentially hot surface that may cause burns or ignition.
DANGER
!
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
General Notes & Warnings
The Super Wide-i SeaCam supports a variety of
connectors, camera modules and depth ratings. Be sure
to verify pin-out orientation before use.
It is important when preparing the system for deployment
that the cable, at both the camera and topside ends,
be carefully dressed to provide complete strain relief to
the connectors. Failure of the strain relief provisions will
almost certainly damage the connectors and possibly
other elements of the system.
DANGER
Do not operate any high voltage electrical
equipment in or around water without using
a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) and
an isolation transformer, especially when
divers are in the water.
WARNING
Never place the camera in a vice or other hard
clamping tool. Should it become necessary
to hold the camera more tightly than can be
managed by hand, use a clean, good quality
strap wrench.
Pre & Post Dive Inspection
Rinse your Super Wide-i SeaCam in fresh water after
use in saltwater.
Always check to make sure that the rear bulkhead
connector assembly is secured before deployment.
Before and after each deployment, check the following
areas for damage, wear or corrosion:
●Rear bulkhead connector assembly
●Video cable
●Front window
●Retaining cowl
WARNING
After each deployment, carefully check that
the camera has not ooded. It is possible for
the camera to partially ood and then reseal
itself while underwater. Upon surfacing, the
camera can become internally pressurized,
which may be dangerous. Additionally, if
the power remains on when the camera has
partially ooded, it is possible for electrolytic
generation of an explosive mixture of hydrogen
and oxygen gases.

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motion. If required gently twist components while
separating.
4. Pour out any water trapped in the housing.
5. If the camera is completely flooded, rinse the
internal components with clean fresh water in
order to minimize contamination and corrosion.
6. Allow parts to dry in air or a convection oven set
at 60° C (190° F).
Troubleshooting
1. If the camera stops working while underwater,
assume that it has flooded. See Flooding Repair
procedure.
2. Once determined that the camera is not flooded,
or if the camera does not turn on during pre-
deployment checks, troubleshoot in the following
sequence:
a. Check the cable/inline connector to make
sure that correct voltage and current are
being supplied, and that the pinout matches
the camera. See page 2 of this manual for
electrical specs and standard connector
pinouts.
b. Remove the endcap to access the bulkhead
connector. Inspect the assembly for visual
signs of wear. Use a multi-meter check for
continuity or shorts in the connector. Try a
spare connector, if available.
c. If the camera still does not work, return it
to DeepSea Power & Light using the RMA
Procedure.
RMA Procedure for Repair
For warranty and non-warranty repairs, please contact
DeepSea Power & Light for an RMA number prior to
returning the item. Please have the light model number,
serial number, and any other pertinent information along
with a description of the problem on hand when calling, or
include them in a fax or e-mail.
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Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
When shipping the item, be sure that the freight is pre-paid
(CODs will not be accepted) and that the RMA number is
clearly printed on the outside of the box.
All shipments should be sent to the address below:
DeepSea Power & Light
Attn: RMA ####
4033 Ruffin Road
San Diego, CA 92123-1817
U.S.A
If a camera appears ooded upon removal
from the water, it should be treated as
potentially dangerous. Point the camera away
from persons and valuable equipment and
make sure that the power is disconnected.
See the Flooding Repair Procedure for more
information.
Operation Procedures
Operation Instruction
1. Prepare a power supply with 11~30 VDC output.
2. Plug the red [positive(+)] and black [negative(-)]
banana plugs of the camera cable into their
respective jacks on the power supply.
3. Plug the BNC connector on the topside of the
cable into the monitor or VCR video-in jack (a
BNC-to-RCA adapter may be required by the
monitor/VCR in use).
4. Lubricate the camera bulkhead connector with
an appropriate silicone lubricant (spray type
recommended), and using a linear motion plug
the female inline connector into the male bulkhead
connector on the back of the camera.
5. Screw the locking sleeves together firmly (hand
tighten. Do not use tools).
6. The camera is now ready for operation; switch
the power supply ON to power the camera. The
camera draws approximately 300 mA of current
during operation, and will work when supplied
between 11~30 VDC.
Video Output
The Super Wide-i SeaCam is capable of producing an
incredible wide field of view both in and out of water.
There is no vignetting effect due to the propriety designed
water corrected lens.
The camera puts out an unbalanced, composite analog
video with 1.0Vp-p 75 ohm signal output
Flooding Repair Procedure
If the camera stops working while underwater, you
should assume that it has been flooded. When working
on a potentially flooded camera, it is important to use
appropriate personal protective equipment to include, at
a minimum, eye and hand protection.
1. Immediately turn off the power to the unit.
2. Open the housing by first removing the connector
for the device.
3. Remove the rear end cap-retaining ring. Do so
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Warranty Information
Limited Warranty
Seller warrants that the goods (except internal electronic
components) sold under this contract will be free from
defect in material and workmanship for a period of two
years from the date of shipment from the factory, if they
have been properly used. Internal electronic components
are warranted for 90 days from the date of shipment from
the factory, if they have been properly used. This warranty
will be limited to the repair or replacement of parts and
the necessary labor and services required to repair
the goods. IT IS EXPRESSLY AGREED THAT THIS
WARRANTY WILL BE IN LIEU OF ALL WARRANTIES
OF FITNESS AND IN LIEU OF THE WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY. This warranty is the exclusive
and only warranty to pass with the goods under this
contract. No agent, employee, or representative of the
Seller has any authority to bind Seller to any information,
representation, or warranty concerning the goods
sold under this contract, and unless an affirmation,
representation, or warranty made by an agent, employee,
or representative is specifically included within this
contract, it will not be enforceable by Buyer. If notice of
defect is given to DeepSea Power & Light LLC within such
90 day or two-year warranty period, the sole obligation of
DeepSea Power & Light LLC shall be to furnish new or
repaired parts free of charge in exchange for parts which
have been proved defective and does not include any
other costs such as the cost of removal of the defective
part, installation, labor, or consequential damages of any
kind, the exclusive remedy being to require DeepSea
Power & Light LLC to furnish such new parts. Under no
circumstances shall the Buyer be entitled to recover any
incidental damages as that term is defined in Commercial
Code §2715.
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