Fantasea Line FG9X User manual

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Fantasea Line
FG9X Housing
(Cat. No. 1397)
For Canon PowerShot G9 X
Instruction Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS................................................................................................................................ 2
DISCLAIMER............................................................................................................................................. 3
INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................................................... 3
GENERAL INFORMATION........................................................................................................................................ 3
FEATURES &SPECIFICATIONS.................................................................................................................................. 4
INCLUDED IN PACKAGE ............................................................................................................................ 5
IDENTIFICATION OF HOUSING CONTROLS & FEATURES ............................................................................ 6
CANON POWERSHOT G9 X DIGITAL CAMERA ......................................................................................... 13
SETTING UP THE HOUSING..................................................................................................................... 14
PREPARING THE CAMERA..................................................................................................................................... 14
PREPARING THE HOUSING ................................................................................................................................... 14
OPENING THE HOUSING ...................................................................................................................................... 16
CHECKING THE O-RING ....................................................................................................................................... 17
INSTALLING THE CAMERA .................................................................................................................................... 18
CLOSING THE HOUSING....................................................................................................................................... 19
REMOVING THE CAMERA FROM THE HOUSING ....................................................................................................... 20
USING THE CAMERA BUILT-IN FLASH ..................................................................................................................... 21
TOUCH SCREEN CONTROLS FRIENDLY GUIDELINES .................................................................................................... 22
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................................ 26
EXTERNAL FLASHES............................................................................................................................................. 26
FLASH &VIDEO LIGHTING SETS............................................................................................................................. 28
LENS ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................................................. 28
COLD-SHOE CONNECTOR FOR LIGHTING ACCESSORIES............................................................................................... 28
FG9X HOUSING ACCESSORY SYSTEM..................................................................................................................... 29
HOUSING HAND GRIP STRAP.................................................................................................................. 30
FANTASEA MOISTURE DETECTOR........................................................................................................... 31
IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS.................................................................................................................................... 32
SILENCING THE ALARM ........................................................................................................................................ 32
REPLACING BATTERIES ........................................................................................................................................ 33
REPLACING THE ALARM UNIT ............................................................................................................................... 34
CARE & MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................................................... 35
FANTASEA PRODUCT CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY.......................................................................... 36

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DISCLAIMER
While every effort has been made in order to ensure that the information included in this instruction
manual is accurate and complete, no liability will be accepted for any errors or omissions. Fantasea Line
reserves the right to change product specifications and features described herein at any time without prior
notice. No part of this instruction manual may be copied, translated or reproduced without the prior
written permission of Fantasea Line. Fantasea Line makes no warranties aside from limited product
warranty as described at the end of this manual.
INTRODUCTION
General Information
The FG9X Housing features a stylish and ergonomic design, specifically created for the Canon PowerShot
G9 X digital camera. The FG9X Housing is manufactured to the highest professional standards of function,
style and durability. It is depth rated to 60m/200 feet and features ergonomically designed and labeled
controls. The Fantasea FG9X is the ultimate waterproof home for the Canon G9 X.
The FG9X Housing is ideal for outdoor and underwater photography. Underwater photographers can dive
or snorkel and capture all the excitement of this fascinating world, while outdoor photographers also have
the option of capturing the action of outdoor and water sports activities, such as paddle sports, sailing,
boating, surfing, fishing, hunting, backpacking and camping. The FG9X Housing is shock resistant and
protects the camera from water, sand, dust, frost, impact, as well as other damaging elements and harmful
occurrences. The FG9X Housing was designed to be compatible with a complete accessory system, enabling
photographers to enhance the quality of their images.
Note
Please read this manual carefully in order to properly operate the FG9X
Housing. Store this manual in a safe place for further reference once you have
read it.

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Features & Specifications
Depth rated to 60m/200 feet
Made from durable injection molded Polycarbonate
New touch screen technology
Full access to all camera buttons with clearly labeled controls
Access to essential contact points on the camera touch screen
Shock resistant
Double O-ring main seal
Special cold-shoe mount for lighting accessories
Removable double fiber optic cable connection plate
Removable flash diffuser
Removable anti-glare hood for the LCD screen
Easy and secure installation of camera
Moisture Detector and Alarm
Lens Port Cover
Hand Strap
Compatible with a wide range of underwater photo accessories
Weight (without camera on land): 619g
Weight of housing with camera underwater (salt water): 74g
Dimensions (without accessories): 15.7 x 11.6 x 10.3 cm \ 6.18 x 4.57 x 4.1 inch (W x D x H)
Manufacturer’s warranty included

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INCLUDED IN PACKAGE
1. FG9X Housing
2. Removable flash diffuser
3. Hand lanyard
4. Silicone grease
5. Anti-glare hood for LCD screen
6. Screwdriver
7. Silica gel packs
8. O-ring remover
9. Spare back door O-ring seal
10.Hand strap
11.Lens Port Cover
1
5
6
8
2
9
10
3
4
7
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IDENTIFICATION OF HOUSING CONTROLS & FEATURES
Corresponding numbered descriptions are found on the following page
Note
1. Please refer to the Canon G9 X camera instruction manual for detailed
descriptions and instructions regarding all camera controls and
functions.
2. It is strongly recommended that you familiarize yourself with all the
controls topside before using these controls underwater.
Zoom Lever
Shutter Release
Mode Dial
Cold Shoe Mount
Flash Push-Down Lever
Control Ring
Lens Port
3 Tray Mounting Screw Holes (bottom)
1
2
3
4
Fiber Optic
Cable Plate
5
6
8
9
10
Latch Dial Lock
11
12
Latch Dial
7
Mobile
Connect
(on side)

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Numbered descriptions below refer to corresponding numbers on the two housing graphics above.
1. Shutter Release –Activates the camera shutter release button and auto focus prior to capturing an
image.
2. Mode Dial –Turn this dial to change shooting modes. Note that when using this control on land,
slight pressure should be exerted on the mode dial in order to increase friction with camera dial,
resulting with effective manipulation of the dial. Underwater, no such pressure shall be required.
Important Notice! It is recommended to align housing and camera mode dials prior to installing
the camera inside the housing. Please refer to the section “Installing the Camera” for more
information. Note that even when housing and camera mode dials are aligned prior to the dive, they
might come out of alignment while diving. Always confirm proper shooting mode by referring to the
LCD screen (top left corner).
3. Zoom Lever –Turning this control activates the camera zoom button.
Flash Pop-Up
Movie (Video Control)
Menu
Latch
Latch Lock
19
Flash Push-Down Lever
5
Zoom Lever
Cold Shoe Mount
3
4
Mode Dial
2
Shutter Release
1
Playback
20
Power On/Off
21
Anti-Glare
Hood for LCD
12
13
14
Quick Set Menu
15
11
Info
16
Touch Screen Controls
17
18

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a. In Shooting Mode –the zoom lever on the housing works in a reverse direction of the zoom
control on the camera. Confirm zoom direction and position by viewing the LCD screen:
i. Turn the zoom lever clockwise to zoom out, increasing the area visible in the frame.
ii. Turn the zoom lever counterclockwise to zoom in, so that the subject fills a larger
area of the frame and for close-up and macro images to be taken.
b. In Playback Mode - use the zoom lever as an index or playback lever.
4. Cold-Shoe Mount for Lighting Accessories- Enables mounting a flash, video light, torch, focus light or
action camera (like the GoPro) on top of the housing by using a dedicated connector. For further
information regarding such connectors, please visit the Fantasea website –www.fantasea.com
5. Flash Push-Down Lever –This lever allows blocking the camera built-in flash after it has been
popped-up by using the Flash Pop-Up switch.
a. In order to prevent the camera built-in flash from firing, apply slight downward pressure on
the Flash Push-Down lever and slide it rightwards until it sits securely in the small slot toward
the right side, as indicated by the arrow direction on top of the control. This pushes down
the camera built-in flash enough in order to prevent it from firing.
b. In order to release the camera built-in flash again, slide the Flash Push-Down lever leftwards
(towards hinge side of the housing) until it returns to its original position on the left. This will
enable the flash to pop-up again and to fire whenever activated.
6. Fiber Optic Cable Plate-
a. When installed on the housing, the fiber optic cable plate and the two adaptors inserted
inside it allow for an easy attachment of 2 fiber optic cables to the housing. For further
instructions, please refer to the section “External Flashes”.
b. Remove the fiber optic cable plate from the housing when using the camera’s internal flash
during your dive. In order to remove the plate, insert your fingers beneath the adaptors
installed inside the plate and pull the plate upwards till it is removed from its slot. Note that
when photographing using the camera built-in flash only, the flash diffuser accessory should
be installed, or else unwanted shading will occur in most images taken.
c. Make sure the fiber optic cable plate is secured to the housing by its secure line in order to
avoid losing it during the dive.
d. If using only one external flash, make sure the second fiber optic cable adaptor remains in its
place to block any light coming out of the exposed adaptor hole.

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7. Mobile Connect - Rotating this control clockwise activates the camera Mobile Device Connection
button, thereby connecting the camera to a smart phone and allowing you to share your images.
8. Control Ring –Turning this control activates the control ring around the camera lens.
a. In shooting mode, the Control Ring can be used to adjust exposure settings (such as ISO
speed, Exposure Compensation, Shutter Speed and Aperture Value). To switch between the
function currently configured with the Control Ring, simply push the symbol on the
screen (Control Ring Function Switch) using the 2nd Touch Screen Control on the housing
(from the top).
b. If the symbol happens to be missing on the screen (Control Ring Function Switch) in
shooting mode, enter Menu Shooting Settings Page 2 Control Ring Settings 
Switch with select “Enable”.
c. Alternatively, the Control Ring can be assigned to a commonly used setting by entering Menu
Shooting Settings Page 2 Control Ring Settings Switch with select
“Disable” Scroll down to Set Function select the requested function.
d. In playback mode, the Control Ring can be used in order to scroll between the images and
videos.
e. When entering camera menus, the Control Ring can be used to scroll between the different
items.
9. Lens Port - The housing lens port features a 67mm thread and it’s compatible with a wide variety of
“wet” accessory filters and lenses, including macro lenses, wide angle lenses and color correction
filters. In order to maintain the threads of the lens port, it is recommended to apply a small amount
of silicone grease to the threads on the housing port and on the accessory lens prior to installation.
For a selection of lens accessories available, visit the Fantasea website www.fantasea.com
10.3 Trays Mounting Screw Holes –Enable mounting the housing on a tray, thereby allowing for the
addition of various image enhancement accessories to your underwater photo system. By choosing
any one of 3 adjustment positions, you can better determine how and where to position the housing
on the tray. This configuration also allows for the use of 2 set screws for the tray mount, thereby
preventing any swiveling of the housing on the tray.
11.Latch Lock (red lever) –This lock ensures the housing’s locking mechanism doesn’t accidently open
during the dive. For further instructions, please refer to the sections "Opening the Housing” and
“Closing the Housing”.

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12.Latch –Once rotated and clicked into place, this latch ensures the housing is properly locked with a
watertight seal. For further instructions, please refer to the sections "Opening the Housing” and
“Closing the Housing”.
13.Movie (Video Control) –
a. To start recording a video, press the Movie control (red dot) in any shooting mode. The record
symbol (REC) appears and displayed with the elapsed time.
b. Push the Movie control again in order to stop recording.
c. If the Movie Control isn’t often made use of for recording videos, note that it can be assigned to
a different commonly used setting or function by entering Menu Shooting Settings Page 2
Set Video Button select the requested function.
14.Quick Set Menu –Pressing this control activates the Quick Set Menu button on the camera.
a. In shooting mode, push this control to enter the Quick Set Menu, which allows configuring
commonly used functions. Note that menu options and items vary depending on the
shooting mode.
b. For easy access to your favorite settings through the Quick Set Menu using the five Touch
Screen Controls, it is recommended to rearrange the Quick Set Menu prior to installing the
camera inside the housing. In order to configure, push Menu Shooting Menu Page 2 
Quick Setting Menu Layout push “INFO” to sort menu items. On the menu screen that
opens up, drag an icon to move it to a new position. Note that the items which will be
accessible through the Touch Screen
Controls on the housing when entering the
Quick Set Menu are the 4 lower icons on the
bar located on the right side of the LCD
screen (figure #1). We recommend that you
drag your 4 most commonly used settings to
the lower location of the right bar. If you’re
not certain regarding the settings you use
most often, you can start with White
Balance, Focus Range, Drive Mode and AF
Operation –positioning them at the bottom of the right bar, so they can be easily accessed
using the Touch Screen Controls when entering the Quick Set Menu. Once you’ve finished
rearranging the Quick Set Menu layout, press “Menu” to confirm the new layout.
c. Note that while some shooting modes share the same Quick Set Menu, others feature a
different Quick Set Menu and will require separately setting up the menu layout.
d. When entering camera menus, the Quick Set control can be used to confirm selections.
Items accessible using
Touch Screen Controls
on the Quick Set Menu
Figure #1

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15.Menu - Pushing this control activates the camera menu button.
a. For easy access to commonly used shooting menu items, a customizable menu (“My Menu”)
can be setup prior to installing the camera inside the housing. This will allow accessing these
menu items quickly from a single screen.
b. To customize “My Menu”, push Menu My Menu My Menu Settings. Select the items
you would like to be included in this menu and then select “Set default view” Yes. This will
ensure that this menu is the default screen which appears first once pushing the “Menu”
button.
c. It is recommended to include in “My Menu” items that aren’t accessible or only partly
accessible through the Quick Set Menu. For instance, White Balance, WB Correction and any
settings you’ve left out of the 4 settings that are accessed through the Quick Set Menu using
the Touch Screen controls on the housing.
16.INFO –Pushing this control activates the INFO button on the camera.
a. In shooting mode, pushing the INFO button scrolls between the various information screens.
The information displayed once the INFO button is pushed in shooting mode can be
customized by pushing Menu Shooting Menu Page 1 Shooting information display.
b. In playback mode, pushing the INFO button scrolls between the various screens of
information provided for the previewed image or video file.
17.Touch-Screen Controls –The 5 Touch-Screen Controls were designed based on a new touch screen
technology and provide access to essential contact points on the camera touch screen. For useful
tips, recommended camera settings and helpful Touch Screen Controls guidelines, please refer to the
“Touch Screen Controls Friendly Guidelines” section.
Important Notice- If wearing gloves, Touch-Screen Controls will respond underwater, but will
respond in a dry environment only if the material the glove is made of is conductive.
18.Anti-Glare Hood for LCD - The anti-glare hood enables a better view of the LCD screen when shooting
in bright conditions. It can be removed and installed during the dive. For further instructions, refer to
the section “Preparing the Housing”. Note that the Anti-Glare Hood must be attached with a secure
line to the lower left housing loop (from back view) so it does not float away if mistakenly pulled off.
19.Flash Pop-Up - Turning this control counterclockwise pops up the camera built-in flash.
Note that once the camera built-in flash has been popped up, it can only be disabled by using the
Flash Push-Down Lever (no. 5) or through camera menus. Turning the Flash Pop-Up control clockwise
will not have any effect on the built-in flash.

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20.Playback –Pushing this control activates the camera Playback button, allowing you to enter the
playback mode and to review images or videos stored on the memory card.
21.Power On/Off- Pushing this control activates the camera power switch button and turns the camera
on/off.

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CANON POWERSHOT G9 X DIGITAL CAMERA
Impressive image quality and stunning videos are
produced by a camera that’s slim, fashionable and
comfortable. The PowerShot G9 X camera is all this and
more, featuring a 20.2 Megapixel, 1.0-inch High-
Sensitivity CMOS sensor, Canon’s powerful DIGIC 6
Image Processor and a fast, f/2.0–4.9 lens that helps you
capture inspiring images –even in deep water and low
light –with detail and color to match. Subjects in the
distance become closer with a 3x Optical Zoom lens (28–
84mm equivalent). Movement can be captured in stunning Full HD video, or frozen in beautiful
increments with up to 6.0 fps continuous shooting. At 1.0 inch, the image sensor on the PowerShot G9 X
camera is larger than the ones on most other compact cameras. This allows it to capture a greater range
of light, so bright areas of the image can be more detailed and less likely to be washed or blown out. With
low-light scenes, like when diving in deep water, an ISO range of 125–12800 lets you use fast shutter
speeds to help keep photos sharp and virtually unaffected by camera shake. The 20.2 Megapixel
resolution is outstandingly high, giving you the option of printing out bigger photos or cropping in to
highlight the best part. The G9 X is equipped with an intuitive and friendly user interface. Camera menus
are customizable, meaning the settings you adjust frequently are easily accessible. The control ring allows
making adjustments to various settings, simplifying the process even further.
Canon PowerShot G9 X Highlights
1. 20.2 MP 1.0-inch high sensitivity CMOS sensor
2. Bright F2.0 28-84mm equiv. lens
3. 3x optical zoom
4. Minimum focus range of 2-inch
5. Wide ISO range of 125–12800
6. Full HD 1080p/60p video recording capabilities
7. 3.0-inch touch panel
8. Impressive range of creative shooting modes
9. Lightweight - only 7.37 ounces (209g)
10.Convenient control ring and mode dial for intuitive manual adjustment
11.ND (Neutral Density) filter for long exposure times and very wide apertures
12.NFC smartphone linking –Simple connectivity to smartphones via Wi-Fi

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SETTING UP THE HOUSING
PREPARING THE CAMERA
1. Install a (preferably empty) memory card (16 GB+ capacity recommended) and a fully charged
battery inside the camera.
2. Remove the camera strap from the camera if one was installed.
3. Turn the Mode Dial so the Auto shooting mode is selected and aligned with the mark on the left
of the wheel. This will allow for the camera and housing mode dials to be aligned, so the housing
mode dial will indicate the proper mode selected by the camera dial.
4. It is recommended to program the camera to the most frequently used touch screen settings
prior to installing the camera in the housing. Please refer to the “Touch Screen Controls Friendly
Guidelines” section for further information.
PREPARING THE HOUSING
1. When using the housing for the first time-
a. Peel the transparent plastic screen protector off the back door exterior of the housing.
b. Install the hand lanyard on the housing by inserting it through the lanyard loop on the
bottom right of the housing (facing from back), then pulling it through itself and testing it
in order to make sure it is secure (figure #2 on the following page).
c. Install the housing side of the diffuser and lens port cover quick release secure lines by
tying them around the lower rectangular loops at the bottom of the housing (figure #3 on
the following page). Please note that these lines may come assembled and then there is
no need for installation.
d. Open the housing (see section “Opening the Housing” on the following page) and remove
the anti-glare hood out of the housing. Secure the anti-glare hood to the housing by tying
its secure string around the same loop –the lower rectangular loop at the bottom left
side of the housing.
Note
It is important that a first dive is always carried out with the housing
empty (no camera installed inside) in order to verify that the housing
watertight seal has not been affected during transport and after long
periods of storage.

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e. Install the anti-glare hood over the anti-
glare hood rails at the back of the
housing. First install the anti-glare hood
over the top rail starting from the left
corner (figure #4), gently inserting it
between the top rail and the Flash Pop-
Up switch until it is properly seated on
the rail. Carefully stretch it to the right
so it is completely installed on the top
rail. Then stretch the anti-glare hood
downwards to install it on the bottom
rail, eventually making sure it’s sitting securely on both upper and lower rails. This can be
verified by looking at the housing from the left side and ensuring that the anti-glare hood
is close fitted to the housing with a noticeable space between the anti-glare hood and
the Flash Pop-Up switch on top of it (figure #5). Note that failure to properly install the
anti-glare hood on the top rail might result with inability to rotate the Flash Pop-Up
switch on top of the anti-glare hood.
Figure #2
Figure #3
Figure #4
Figure #5

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f. If using a Hand Strap, install it on the two loops found at the right side of the housing.
Please refer to the section “Hand Strap” for further information.
g. It is important that a first dive with the housing is always made without the camera in
order to verify that the housing watertight seal has not been affected during transport
and after long periods of storage.
OPENING THE HOUSING
1. Pull the small red tab located at the bottom of the latch outwards (up and away from the
housing), as indicated by the arrow direction (figure #6). There is no need to apply any force.
2. While holding the latch lock up, turn the latch counterclockwise until the red latch tab is located
at the top of the latch and cannot be turned any further (figure #7). There is no need to apply
any force.
3. Carefully open the back side of the housing.
4. Note that when opening the housing for the first time or when opening it after airplane trips,
increased resistance might be encountered. Therefore, it is important not to lock the housing
and to leave it slightly open when transporting by air.
Figure #6
Figure #7

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CHECKING THE O-RING
1. Prior to each closure of the housing, the back door black O-ring should be visually inspected. If
there is any debris present, including dirt, sand, dust, hair or any other matter, it must be cleaned
to ensure a proper watertight seal.
2. In order to clean the black O-ring, first remove it from the housing:
a. Insert the O-ring remover between the black O-ring and the groove it is seated in (figure #8).
b. Slip the tip of the inserted O-ring remover below the black O-ring, while making sure the O-
ring doesn’t get damaged (figure #9).
c. Carefully hold the O-ring with your fingertips in order to remove it from the groove.
3. Cleaning the O-ring is a simple matter of wiping it with a damp, soft cloth to remove the foreign
matter. Be careful the cloth you use does not leave any of its own material behind as this can also
affect the effectiveness of the seal.
4. Apply a slight layer of silicone grease on the black O-ring. Please note that the amount of
lubrication required on the O-ring is only enough to allow it to slip into place without friction, so it
does not twist or become dislodged. More grease is not necessarily better, and in some cases might
interfere with the watertight seal of the housing. To avoid any damage caused to the O-ring by the
use of incompatible grease, it is recommended to apply only the silicone grease supplied by
Fantasea on the housing O-ring.
5. When reinstalling the O-ring, place it back into the groove starting at one corner and gently
pressing it into the groove all around the housing until it is all seated in the groove and no part of it
is sticking up or out of the groove.
6. The white O-ring featured on the back side of the front door should be visually inspected prior to
each dive. If there is any debris present, gently wipe the area with a soft cloth in order to cleanse it.
7. Silicone grease must NOT be applied on the white O-ring featured on the back side of the front
door. In addition, this white O-ring shouldn’t be removed unless it’s damaged.
Figure #8
Figure #9

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INSTALLING THE CAMERA
Since the FG9X Housing is specifically designed for the Canon G9 X digital camera, installing the camera in
the housing is quite simple.
1. Make sure the camera is turned off.
2. Lift the housing Mode Dial so it doesn’t interfere with camera installation (figure #10).
3. Make sure that the Flash Push-Down Lever is raised and pulled all the way to the left.
4. Hold the camera parallel to the housing and then gently install it inside (figure #11). Avoid
inserting one side of the camera prior to the other, as this will make the installation difficult and
might cause damage to the camera or housing.
5. Take special care not to touch or damage the moisture detector device when installing the
camera. The Device is located inside the housing on the inner (right) side of the housing
interior to the latch (figure #12).
MOISTURE DETECTOR
Figure #10
Figure #12
Figure #11
MODE DIAL

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6. Once the camera is inserted inside the housing, push the housing mode dial back down, so it
touches the camera mode dial.
7. If inserting a silica gel pack inside the housing in order to prevent moisture, it is best to insert it
on the left side of the camera, in the slot midway up between the two rubber shock absorber
mounts, where it doesn’t interfere with proper housing operation. It is important to make sure
that the silica gel pack doesn’t stick out, or else it might interfere with the watertight seal of the
housing.
CLOSING THE HOUSING
1. Turn the housing Mode Control Dial till the Auto
shooting mode symbol is positioned at the left
(figure #13). Make sure not to accidently turn this
control any further before closing the housing.
2. Turn the latch so that the small red tab located on
the latch is pointed towards the front side of the
housing (figure #14).
3. Carefully close the back door of the housing, pushing it against the front door, while making sure
there is nothing sticking out of the housing or impairing the smooth closure of the back door.
Then firmly press the back door against the forward section of the housing.
4. Turn the latch clockwise until the latch clicks. The small red tab should then be pointed towards
the bottom of the housing (figure #15).
Figure #13
Figure #14
Figure #15
AUTO

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5. Gently try pulling the back door away from the front door. If the housing is properly closed, it should
be impossible to open the back door.
6. Visually inspect the black O-ring through the transparent back door for proper closure. Make
sure it isn’t twisted or out of the groove and that no foreign matter has been caught in the seal,
such as secure lines, sand, grit, hairs or any other foreign substance.
7. Turn the camera on and check that the extended
camera lens does not catch or bend the black
rubber seat on the inside of the lens port. It is
vital that this rubber seat does not disturb the
lens (figure #16).
8. Test housing control buttons to make sure that
the camera was properly installed inside the
housing and that nothing interferes with normal
operation of the camera. It is recommended to
take a few images once the camera has been
installed inside the housing and prior to the dive
in order to ensure proper operation. Note that if
wearing gloves when testing the controls, Touch-Screen Controls will respond underwater, but
will respond in on land only if the material the glove is made of is an electrically conductive one.
9. If making use of the internal camera flash, install the removable
flash diffuser on the housing and attach the flash diffuser quick release secure string in order to
avoid losing it underwater. Please refer to the section “Using the Built-in Camera Flash” for
further information.
10.Prior to diving with the housing, submerge it in a shallow tub of water or rinse tank. Carefully look at
the housing to make sure no bubbles are escaping from it and that no water is entering. Note that a
few bubbles might be released from air pockets on the housing but they should stop within a few
seconds. If air bubbles continue beyond 10 seconds then remove from the water immediately and
check the housing for proper sealing.
REMOVING THE CAMERA FROM THE HOUSING
1. After use, thoroughly rinse the housing fresh water. Prior to opening the housing, make sure
both your hands and the housing are clean and dry. It is recommended to have a clean, dry and
soft towel handy in order to dry your hands and the water drops on the housing.
2. When opening the housing, it is important to hold it so the lens port is facing down. This will
prevent the camera from slipping out of the housing while being opened.
Figure #16