Fantasea FSD-1100 User manual

FSD-1100 Housing Operator's Manual
For Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS / IXUS 80 IS
Digital Camera

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................2
GENERAL INFORMATION..........................................................................................................................3
THE FANTASEA FSD-1100 HOUSING...............................................................................................................3
FANTASEA FSD-1100 USES.............................................................................................................................3
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CAMERA ...............................................................................................................9
CANON POWERSHOT SD1100 FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS....................................................................................10
USING THE FANTASEA FSD-1100 HOUSING........................................................................................11
OPENING THE HOUSING .................................................................................................................................11
INSERTING CAMERA.......................................................................................................................................11
CHECKING THE O-RING..................................................................................................................................12
CLOSING THE HOUSING..................................................................................................................................13
VIEWING THE SUBJECT...........................................................................................................................14
TAKING THE PICTURE ....................................................................................................................................14
CHOOSING IMAGE FILES ................................................................................................................................14
BATTERY LIFE.............................................................................................................................................15
USING THE FLASH......................................................................................................................................16
ACCESSORY SLAVE FLASH ............................................................................................................................16
LENS ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................................................................17
FANTASEA POWERSHOT ACCESSORY SYSTEMS AND SETS ............................................................................17
SHOOTING TECHNIQUES.........................................................................................................................18
EXPOSURE MODES (PRE-SET BEFORE CAMERA INSERTION)..........................................................................18
ZOOM CONTROL ............................................................................................................................................18
MACRO FOCUS...............................................................................................................................................18
QUICK REVIEW ..............................................................................................................................................18
CAMERA POWER SAVING...............................................................................................................................19
CARE & MAINTENANCE...........................................................................................................................20

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GENERAL INFORMATION
The Fantasea FSD-1100 Housing
Fantasea has specially designed the FSD-1100 housing for the Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS /
IXUS 80 IS digital camera. This housing is ideal for outdoor and underwater photographers who
enjoy the camera’s automatic exposure features for capturing fast action pictures easily and
creatively. The FSD-1100 housing ensures easy handling and accurate access to camera
functions through the critical placement of push-button controls and a compact design.
The FSD-1100 housing provides access to all control functions: On / Off, Shutter Release, Zoom
In / Out, Mode Switch, Menu, Display, FUNC / Set, Macro / Infinity, ISO, Shooting Mode /
Erase and Flash, and has a built in Flash Diffuser and an anti-glare hood over the LCD screen.
Fantasea FSD-1100 Uses
The Fantasea FSD-1100 housing is designed as an underwater / outdoor camera housing. It
features double O-rings on all controls, and has a working depth of 200 feet/60 meters.
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 such activities
as white water and paddle sports, swimming, sailing and boating, surfing, fishing and hunting,
backpacking and camping. The Fantasea FSD-1100 will protect the PowerShot SD1100 camera
from water, sand, dust, and other damaging elements.

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Top / Front Side of Housing
Numbered description below refers to corresponding numbers on above graphic.
1.Shutter Release
This is a two stage shutter-release button. First lightly press the shutter-release button halfway, stopping
when you feel minimal resistance. When the camera successfully focuses, it beeps twice and the indicator
light turns green (orange when flash fires). Press the shutter-release button the rest of the way down to
release the shutter and take the picture.
2. Power On / Off
To turn on the camera, press the power switch. The start-up image will display on the LCD monitor.
To turn off the camera, press the power switch again.
3. Removable Flash Diffuser
The Flash Diffuser is used to diffuse the internal flash's intensity. There are two different diffusers
included with the FS-600 Housing:
Transparent diffuser - this diffuser allows for a large amount of light to illuminate your subject,
but doesn't reduce the shadowing effect when photographing from a short distance. Therefore,
2. Power On/Off
1. Shutter Release / Zoom In/Out
5. Buckles to
Secure Housing
3. Removable Flash
Diffuser
4. Threaded Lens
Port

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install this diffuser on the housing when taking wide angle shots and when the subject is
positioned within a relatively far distance from the lens.
White diffuser - this diffuser reduces the shadowing effect when photographing from a short
distance, but allows for a relatively small amount of light to illuminate your subject. Therefore,
install this diffuser on the housing when taking macro shots and when the subject is positioned
within a close distance from the lens.
See the section on "Accessory Slave Flash" for additional information.
4.Threaded Lens Port
Refer to the section "Inserting Camera" for useful information.
5. Buckles to Secure Housing
Refer to the section "Using the Fantasea FSD-1100 Housing" on how to open and close the camera
housing.
Back Side of Housing Buttons
7. Mode Switch
6. Print / Share
8. ISO
9. Flash
11. Macro / Infinity
10. Erase / Continuous /
Self Timer
13. Menu
14. Display
12. FUNC/Set

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Numbered description below refers to corresponding numbers on the page above.
6. Print / Share
Registering settings to the Print / Share button- You can register a function that you often use when
shooting with the Print / Share button:
oPress the Menu button. In the shooting menu, select “Set Print / Share Button” and press the
FUNC / Set button.
oUse the multi-selector arrows in order to select the function you wish to register. Once
selected, press the FUNC / Set button, and then the Menu button again.
When outside of the camera housing, this button can also be used in order to share and print photos
when the camera is connected to a compatible printer.
7. Mode Switch
Slide the switch to the mode you wish to use:
Shooting Mode (Auto, Manual Mode, Digital Macro, Portrait, Night Snapshot, Color Accent, Color
Swap and Special Scene Modes).
Movie Mode (Standard, Color Accent, Time Lapse, Compact and Color Swap)
Playback Mode
Multi-Selector buttons (8-12)
8. ISO
Raise the ISO speed to use a fast shutter speed when you wish to reduce the effects of camera shake, to
avoid blurry subjects, or to turn the flash off when shooting in a dark area.
Press the ISO button.
Use the multi-selector arrows to alter the ISO speed and press the FUNC / Set button.
9. Flash
Press the Flash button.

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Use the multi-selector left/right arrows to choose the desired flash mode (Off, On or Auto), and press
FUNC / Set.
Pressing the Menu button when this screen is displayed will allow you to set flash functions such as
Slow Sync, Red-Eye Correction and Red-Eye Lamp.
10. Erase / Continuous / Self-Timer
To erase an image, set the Mode Switch to Playback Mode, use the multi-selector right/left arrows to
select an image and press the Erase button. Confirm that the erase is selected, and press the FUNC /
Set button.
To use the Self-Timer or Continuous Mode, set the Mode Switch to Shooting Mode, user the multi-
selector up/down arrows to select the desired mode (Off, Continuous, 2 seconds, 10 seconds or
Custom Timer) and press the FUNC / Set button.
oPressing the Menu button while this screen is displayed will allow you to select the delay and
number of shots as when Custom Timer is selected.
11. Macro / Infinity
Press the Macro / Infinity mode, use the multi-selector right/left arrows to select Normal, Macro or
Infinity and press the FUNC / Set Button.
Macro Close-Up mode is used for taking pictures of objects as close as 3cm/1.2 inch.
Infinity mode is used for taking pictures of objects 3m/9.8 feet or more from the end of the lens.
12. FUNC / Set
The FUNC / Set button sets many of the common shooting functions.
Set the Mode Switch to Shooting Mode / Movie Mode.
Press the FUNC / Set button.
Use the multi-selector up/down arrows to select a menu item.
Use the multi-selector right/left arrows to select an option for the menu item.
Press the FUNC / Set button again.
13. Menu
Convenient settings for shooting, playback or printing can be set with these menus.

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Press the Menu button.
Use the multi-selector left/right arrows to switch between menus.
Use the multi-selector up/down arrows to select a menu item.
After selecting an item, use the multi-selector left/right arrows to select an option.
Press the Menu button again.
14. Display
You can switch the LCD monitor information display each time you press the Display button.
You can set the LCD monitor to the brightest setting regardless of the option selected in the setup
menu by pressing the Display button for more than one second. To restore the previous brightness
setting, press the Display button for more than one second once again.
Note!
It is strongly recommended that you familiarize yourself with all the
controls topside before using these controls while diving.

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF CAMERA
The Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS
camera, known as the IXUS 80 IS in
Europe, is a solid point and shoot tool,
combining an 8MP sensor with a 3x
zoom (38-114 equiv, optically
stabilized) and lets you view images
and menus on a high resolution 2.5
inch screen. The camera is stylish,
elegant looking and ultra compact, and
features a user interface which is one of the fastest and most intuitive in the
compact camera sector. The FUNC control provides the photographer with easy
and quick access to all essential controls, as white balance, image size and quality
and exposure compensation.
The Canon PowerShot SD1100 IS camera is very responsive. The DIGIC III
imaging processor, which was also proven among Canon DSLR cameras, provides
enough computing power to never let any slackness creep in. The camera takes
just under one second to get ready for shooting, which is an extremely short time
and should assist the photographer getting even the most spontaneous snapshot
nicely framed. The camera’s auto focus is accurate and quick, flash recycle time is
short and the image stabilization system is very efficient, especially when shooting
during movement. Extended light sensitivity as high as ISO 1600 prevents blurred
shots when shooting in lower light, or when capturing fast-moving objects, like
underwater life. All functions are optimized to respond immediately, ensuring that
the photographer never misses a fleeting opportunity for a great shot.

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CANON POWERSHOT SD1100 FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Proven optical lens shift VR Image Stabilization
Field proven technology originally developed for interchangeable lenses
used in Canon SLR camera systems, optical lens shift VR image
stabilization provides the ability to shoot at shutter speeds as much as
three steps slower without blurring the image, whilst also producing a
smoother image when shooting.
.Large and Bright LCD Monitor
The camera is equipped with a quality 2.5-inch LCD monitor that displays
clear images even in bright situations. Improved shooting displays with
revised icons and information feedback help make framing and shooting
easier.
ISO 1600 capability for provides extended shooting range
A high ISO makes it easier to take great looking pictures in low light
conditions or to capture fast moving subjects in outstanding clarity, like
in underwater photography. The camera accurately measures available
light to automatically select the optimal sensitivity setting for the shot
between the range of ISO 80 to as high as ISO 1600.
Friendly User Interface
The camera features one of the friendliest user interfaces among
compact digital cameras, granting the photographer with quick and
intuitive access to all essential controls on the camera, such as white
balance, exposure compensation, ISO and more.

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USING THE FANTASEA FSD-1100 HOUSING
OPENING THE HOUSING
1. Release all four latches at the same time, and lift off back half to open housing.
INSERTING CAMERA
Since the Fantasea FSD-1100 is specifically designed for the PowerShot SD1100 digital camera, inserting
the camera into the housing is quite simple.
1. Mount the camera on the removable tray, using the tripod screw.
2. Slide the tray and camera into the housing tray slot. Make sure it is completely inserted.
3. Make sure the camera lens is more or less centered in the rounded port area and that the lens does not
distort the round black rubber seat. The housing is designed to have the camera fit in place perfectly,
but if you are not careful, it is possible to put it in at an improper angle and it will then be impossible
to get a good seal or easy closure of the housing.
4. After camera insertion, 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 the lens does not disturb this rubber
seat.
Note!
It is strongly recommended to take the first dive without the camera
inside the housing. You should check that the water tight seal has
not been affected during transport and long periods of storage.

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Notes:
1. It is recommended to make some camera settings prior to
inserting camera into the housing. Please refer to the
PowerShot owner's manual for menu options and personal
preferences.
2. Take a few test shots: it is recommended to turn the camera
"on" and program to “Flash Always” mode before inserting
into housing and then take test shots to make sure all
systems are working.
Underwater photographers will probably want to set the flash mode to the flash always setting to ensure
they always have a flash with every exposure. It is also wise to set the focus mode to allow the lens to focus
in the macro range for capturing great images of the tiny and exotic subjects that you can find underwater.
CHECKING THE O-RING
Prior to each closure of the housing the O-ring should be visually inspected. If there is any debris present,
including dirt, sand, dust, hair, grease or other matter, it must be cleaned to ensure a proper watertight seal.
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. When replacing the O-ring, place it back into the groove starting at one corner and
gently place it in by pressing it into the groove all around the housing until it is all sitting in the groove and
no part of it is sticking up or out of the groove. You can then apply a slight layer of silicone if you have not
done this yet. Be sure it is completely seated in the channel for a proper seal.
Note
Lubrication of an O-ring does not improve the seal. It only reduces the
amount of friction on the O-ring when it is being moved into sealing
position. 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 better, and could in some cases have a
negative affect if it is applied in large amounts to form a build-up that
could trap any debris or foreign matter.

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CLOSING THE HOUSING
1. Place housing back over front and align the complete mating surface of the housing and the
O-ring, forming a proper seal.
2. Position all four latches over latch hooks in ready position.
3. Close one of the bottom latches first, maintaining pressure on the other side. Proceed by closing
the other side's top latch. Then close the remaining bottom latch and the remaining top latch. Test
all latches carefully to make sure that they are completely locked into place and not just pushed
down. Try to open them to make sure that they cannot open accidentally.
4. Inspect the O-ring for proper closure. A complete seal can be visually confirmed by the O-ring
around the complete circumference of the housing.
5. Always take the first dive without your camera in the housing just to make sure there is no leakage
from damage to the housing. During the dive, especially at the beginning of descent, take special care
to look at the housing to make sure no bubbles are escaping from it and that no water is entering.
Generally, if there is a problem with the seal, you will discover it in the first seconds of the dive.
6. After use, 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. Release the four latches
in the same order described for closing them in step 3, and take off the back side of the housing.
Gently pull both the tray and the camera outside of the housing and unscrew the tripod screw out of
the camera in order to disconnect it from the tray.

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VIEWING THE SUBJECT
The SD1100 camera does not have a standard eyepiece, but underwater photographers and outdoor
photographers will appreciate the large 2.5 inch LCD viewing monitor for composing photographs. The LCD
monitor allows you to see your subject in sharp focus and framed properly. Hold the camera housing in your
outstretched arm at a position that is both comfortable and also allows you to easily see the LCD monitor, for
best compositional options.
TAKING THE PICTURE
Once you have composed your scene or subject in the LCD monitor, depress the shutter release button to take
the picture. A half depress will activate the live viewing ability of the LCD and allow the camera to focus,
once in focus and ready to shoot a green light will appear on the LCD monitor and the camera is ready to
take the picture. Press down the shutter all the way to complete image capture. You may notice a pre-flash
and slight delay in the shutter release. This is to allow the camera to make its final focus and exposure
calculations before taking the picture. With a little practice, you will become used to this and taking pictures
of moving subjects will become easier and natural.
CHOOSING IMAGE FILES
There are several image file options to choose from that offer different resolution and file sizes. This
determination must be made prior to camera insertion from Menu options. Please refer to the PowerShot
instruction manual for details on setting these preferences.

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BATTERY LIFE
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery NB-4L
There are certain things that users can do to help with battery life. The most important is to set the camera to
turn the LCD off after a short time, during periods of non-use. It can then be automatically turned back on if
you depress the shutter release control half way. Please refer to the PowerShot instruction manual for details
on how to make this adjustment setting. It is always wise to have backup batteries in case you do run out of
power. The supplied battery can be recharged many times and offer an economical and environmentally
friendly power source.

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USING THE FLASH
The PowerShot has a built-in flash, which will illuminate nearby underwater subjects. For subjects that are
farther away, an accessory slave flash is recommended (see below). A built-in flash diffuser is supplied
which will help achieve a wider and softer light source thereby providing more coverage and less likelihood
of backscatter (the unattractive snowstorm affect of the flash reflecting off the suspended particles in the
water). Further reduction of backscatter can be achieved by using an accessory off-camera slave flash. This
will be discussed in more detail later.
The need for artificial light to maximize color reproduction is necessary in nearly all pictures. Therefore it is
strongly recommended that you set the flash mode to Flash Always. This will ensure the flash fires on every
exposure regardless of the ambient light conditions (Please refer to the camera's instruction manual for more
details).
Outdoor photographers do not have this same problem. There is no backscatter to be concerned with, and due
to the ability of the flash to travel farther and more effectively in air as compared to in water, there is
normally not a need for an accessory flash to provide proper illumination for most subjects.
ACCESSORY SLAVE FLASH
If you use the PowerShot built-in flash as the master, you can trigger a second slave flash to provide more
artificial light when needed. To do this, you must use an accessory flash that has a slave feature built in. The
flash from the PowerShot must be aimed or bounced towards the accessory flash's slave sensor, or other fiber
optic sensor. This will trigger the slave to fire in sync with the master flash.
When using an accessory slave flash with fiber optic cable, it is recommended to black out the internal
camera flash. The internal flash is located near the camera lens and can contribute to backscatter by
illuminating floating particles close to the lens port or a shadowing effect caused by the lens port.
If the sensor of the fiber optic cable is attached to the outside of the housing directly above the internal flash
and taped over with black tape- it will block out the light from the internal flash but transmit the light pulse to
the external slave flash
Note
Be sure to use a slave flash that has the ability to ignore the built-in pre-flash in
digital cameras, and synchronizes with the shutter release.

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LENS ACCESSORIES
The Fantasea FSD-1100 features a threaded 46mm lens port. This threaded port is designed to work with
some of the wide-angle and macro adapters that are currently on the market. Fantasea Line offers the
following lens accessories:
FWAL-02 Wide Angle Lens: an accessory Wide Angle Lens which fits over the housing port and can
be installed and removed during the course of the dive.
Red Filter 46: fits over the housing port and can be installed and removed during the course of the
dive. The filter is mounted on the housing lens port and held in place by screw thread.
For more information please refer to our website or to the Fantasea Dealer where you purchased your
housing.
FANTASEA POWERSHOT ACCESSORY SYSTEMS AND SETS
Fantasea offers a variety of sets for PowerShot and other housings. These sets are made up of quality
accessory products which will enhance and improve your underwater images. Accessory products include
external flash systems, flexible arms, trays, filters, wide angle lenses, fiber optic cables, bags and more.
Below you can see one sample system. For more information please refer to our website or to the Fantasea
Dealer where you purchased your housing.
NANO FLASH
LENS CADDY FOR
HOLDING ACCESSORY
LENS PRODUCTS
FLEX ARM
NANO FOCUS LIGHT
FIBER OPTIC
CABLE
XLSTAY SLOT TRAY
MACRO /WIDE ANGLE
ACCESSORY LENS
FANTASEA HOUSING

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SHOOTING TECHNIQUES
EXPOSURE MODES (PRE-SET BEFORE CAMERA INSERTION)
There are several exposure modes for photographers to choose from, depending on the situation. Underwater,
it is recommended that you shoot in the Auto mode on the camera, in which ambient light and artificial light
will be automatically controlled by the camera according to the lighting conditions. You can also select
different light meters to use, based on the situation and your personal preferences. Additionally, you can
choose the Auto White Balance setting for color temperature control, or experiment with some of the other
modes to see which will work best underwater. These settings do not have to be made ahead of any dive, as
they can be accessed through the housing controls while underwater.
Please refer to the PowerShot instruction manual for details on how to set these camera options, and under
what conditions the different choices should be used.
ZOOM CONTROL
Zoom in for telephoto photos and larger subject size. Zoom out for wide-angle scenes. It is generally not
recommended to use the zoom underwater as it is preferable to get physically closer to your subject. The
digital zoom has no value at all.
MACRO FOCUS
For capturing tiny and exotic subjects that require close focus. Macro focus is possible when the lens is in the
wide-angle position.
QUICK REVIEW
Immediate review of most recent image is available and this will confirm that you have captured the shot you
want. However, if you want to scroll through your images, or delete images from the memory card, this
should be done when you are topside and the camera is out of the housing.

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CAMERA POWER SAVING
You can access the camera's menu to select different power saving options. In order to do this, enter the
Setup Menu, select Power Saving, activate the “Auto Power Down” function and select the inactivity period
before the LCD turns off. It is recommended that the inactivity time selected is quite short, in order to
conserve battery power. If set for longer periods of time, the LCD screen will heat up and it will produce
condensation and fogging of the lens port. Condensation on the lens port will have a negative impact on the
quality of the images taken.
Once the LCD screen turns off, when you want to resume shooting, pressing any button but the power
button will turn on the LCD screen again. If the inactivity period was long enough to turn the camera
off, you can turn it back on by pressing the On / Off Power button. The Welcome Screen will appear
and then it will display last image taken.

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
The Fantasea FSD-1100 housing requires only a minimum amount of care for reliable performance. The
following tips will enable you to get the best results.
1. Always rinse your housing with a strong stream of fresh water and if possible soak housing in
a fresh water tub or rinse tank for about 20 minutes after every dive in order to dissolve the
salt water crystals from around the controls and openings of the housing. Manipulate each of
the movable controls to assist the removal of salt particles from these tight areas.
2. Allow the housing to dry thoroughly before packing away for the day or for the trip home.
You may use a soft towel or cloth to dry the housing. Be sure there is no grease or other debris
on the towel.
3. Visually check the condition of the O-ring before every dive. If it is dirty, clean it with fresh
water and dry it with a soft cloth as described above. If it is damaged in any way, such as cut
or perforated, replace it before using the housing again.
4. It is recommended to slightly lubricate the housing's O-ring periodically. It's important to 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 better, and
could in some cases have a negative affect if it is applied in large amounts to form a build-up
that could trap any debris or foreign matter.
5. Be careful not to get greasy fingerprints or dirt on the lens port. This will affect the image
quality. Wipe any dirt or grease off with fresh water and a soft cloth.
6. Do not drop the housing on hard surfaces, since it could crack and affect its watertight seal
integrity.
7. Travel with the housing protected in a padded case. It is best to remove the camera from
inside the housing when traveling and provide it with its own protective case, or compartment.
8. Never dive with the Fantasea FSD-1100 housing to a depth greater than 200 ft/60 meters.
9. It is recommended that you select the shortest time option on the menu, for placing the camera
into standby during periods of inactivity. This will conserve battery power and reduce the heat
given off by the LCD screen, which can contribute to condensation inside the housing and
fogging.