DeepSea Power & Light Wide-i SeaCam WSC-3060 Black and White User manual

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

Specification Overview
* Specications subject to change without notice.
Operator’s Manual
Wide-i SeaCam®
WSC-3060
Black and White
WSC-4060
Color
Optical Specications
Lens Air: 38 mm [1.5 in] to innity
Water: 25 mm [1.0 in.] to innity
Focus Fixed
FOV in Air 160º H x 146º V
FOV in Water 125º H x 89º V
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/1.4 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
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 Hard Anodized 6013 Aluminum
Port Optically Polished Glass
Outer Diameter 58.4 mm [2.30 in]
Overall Length
(Without Connector) 107.7 mm [4.24 in]
Weight in Air 0.542 kg [1.196 lbs.]
Weight in Water 0.29 kg [0.639 lbs.]
Connector
Default SEACON MCBH4MP
Contact sales for more options.
.95
24.1
1.70
43.3
2.73
69.4
2.30
58.4
4.24
107.7
5.52
140.1
[inch]
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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 .................................................................................................................. 4
Video Output ................................................................................................................................ 5
Flooding Repair Procedure............................................................................................................ 5
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................. 5
RMA Procedure for Repair............................................................................................................. 6
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 Wide-i SeaCam supports a variety of connectors,
camera modules, depth ratings, and pin-outs. By looking
into the front port of the camera, the user can see the
model, depth rating, video format as well as the pin out
orientation. 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 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
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

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nected. See the Flooding Repair Procedure
for more information.
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 removing the rear end
cap-retaining ring. Grasp the rear end cap in one
hand and the camera housing in the other. With
care, separate the two components using a linear
motion. If required gently twist components while
separating.
3. Pour out any water trapped in the housing.
4. If the camera is completely flooded, rinse the
internal components with clean fresh water in
order to minimize contamination and corrosion.
5. Allow parts to dry in air or a convection oven set
at 60° C (190° F). IMPORTANT! DeepSea Power
& Light cannot be responsible for any damage
incurred during emergency field repairs. Such
repairs should be undertaken only as a last resort
and by qualified personnel.
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.
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 160 mA of current
during operation, and will work when supplied
between 11~30 VDC.
Video Output
The Wide-i SeaCam does an exceptional job at giving
a high quality wide angle image even in very low light
conditions. This camera is capable of producing an
incredible 125° (H) x 89° (V) degree field of view under
water. Just like with any wide angle lens, users should
be aware of vignetting effect (black corners). Figure 1
below shows a standard still image taken from the Wide-i
SeaCam clearly showing the vignetting effect on the four
corners of image.
Figure 1: Sample Image
DANGER
After each deployment, carefully check
to make sure 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 potentially dan-
gerous. 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. 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 discon-

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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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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
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
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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.