Paralenz DIVE CAMERA User manual

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PARALENZ®
DIVE CAMERA
USER MANUAL
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Overview
1.1 What’s in the box?
1.2 Names of parts
1.3 Buttons
1.3.1 Activation Switch
1.3.2 Selector Ring
2. Getting started
2.1 Attach wrist strap
2.2 Insert micro SD card
2.3 Remove micro SD card
2.4 Charge the battery
2.5 Power on
2.6 Power off
3. Video Mode
3.1 Record video
3.2 Video screen
3.3 What is a tag?
3.4 Make tags in video
4. Photo & Snap record
4.1 Take a photo
4.2 Record a snap video
4.3 What is a snap video?
4.4 Photo & Snap video
record screen
5. Custom Mode
5.1 Mode screen appearance
5.2 Record video, slow
motion or time lapse
5.3 Take a photo burst
6. Camera settings
6.1 Settings menu
6.2 Turn WiFi on/off
6.3 White balance (WB)
6.4 DCC™ (Depth Color Correction)
6.4.1 What is DCC™?
6.4.2 Which DCC setting to use?
6.5 Video settings
6.5.1 Video resolution
6.5.2 Frames per second
6.6 Custom settings
6.6.1 Custom video
6.6.2 Slow motion
6.6.3 Time-lapse
6.6.4 Photo burst
6.6.5 Visual overlay
6.7 Advanced settings
6 . 7.1 Format micro SD-card
6 . 7. 2 Which version of firmware
is installed on the camera?
6 . 7. 3 Reset settings on the
camera
6 . 7. 4 Flip display
6 . 7. 5 Choose units
6.7.6 Zero depth
7. Mounts
7.1 Included mounts
7. 2 The T-rail click system
7. 3 The Mask Mount
8. Maintenance
8.1 Cleaning the camera
8.1.1 Cleaning the O-rings
8.1.2 How do I prevent the
camera from flooding?
8.1.3 Cleaning the switches
8.1.4 Cleaning the lens
8.2 Transporting the
camera
9. Replacing parts
9.1 Replacing the lens
9.2 Replacing the O-rings
on the lens
9.3 Other spare parts
10. Download content
10.1 The ParalenzDive App
10.2 Micro SD-card
10.3 USB Cable
10.4 View your content
11. Software updates
11.1 Camera firmware
updates
12. Battery
12.1 Charging the battery
13. Troubleshooting
14. Regulatory info
15. Support
16. Specifications
17. Precautions
18. Warranty

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These items are included in your Paralenz Dive Camera box.
1.1 WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
1.2 NAMES OF PARTS
Selector ring
Threads
End cap
T-Rails
USB-C port
Logo plate
Lens lock ring
Lens
Activation switch
Eyelet
Lens end cap window
O-Rings
Micro SD card slot
OLED user interface display
1. OVERVIEW
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Intended use:
The Paralenz Dive Camera is intended to be used under water
– particularly for diving.
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1. Paralenz Dive Camera
2. Mask Mount
3. Universal Mount
4. Wrist strap
5. USB-C cable
6. 3 x O-rings
7. Protection pouch
8. Silicone grease

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1.3.2 Selector Ring
To switch between modes, rotate the selector ring. The icon
aligned with the logo plate is the selected mode. Make sure the
selector ring is placed correctly (the selector ring will snap to
each position).
Power
Video
Photo &
Snap record
Custom
Settings
Locked
1.3 BUTTONS
1) Put the small cord of the strap through the eyelet on the
camera. 2) Put the other end of the strap through the loop.
3) Tighten the strap.
Turn off the camera before inserting the micro SD card. Use only
class U3 or V30 SD cards of a well-known brand. A capacity of
32 GB or more is recommended. (Max. 128 GB) (NOT included)
1) Unscrew the end cap. 2) Insert the micro SD card (logo side up).
3) Screw the end cap on – do not cross thread the cap!
2.1 ATTACH WRIST STRAP
2.2 INSERT MICRO SD CARD
2. GETTING STARTED
1.3.1 Activation Switch
Pull back the activation switch once and release quickly to
‘click’. Hold the activation switch for 1 second or more to ‘hold’.
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You can select mode by
rotating the ring and align the
mode with the logo plate.

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Rotate the selector ring to power mode position and hold the
activation switch for 4 seconds to turn on the camera. The
display will show the Paralenz logo and the camera will vibrate.
When the camera is ready to use, the display will show the Home
screen. This screen will show battery level, SD card storage level,
WiFi status and DCC™ status.
Rotate the selector ring to the power mode and hold the acti-
vation switch for 4 seconds to turn off the camera. The display
says ‘GOODBYE’. When the display turns black, the camera has
turned off.
You may use a variety of de-
vices to charge your camera.
Use a charger with 2.0 A output
or higher for the minimum
charging time.
2.3 REMOVE MICRO SD CARD 2.5 POWER ON
2.4 CHARGE THE BATTERY
2.6 POWER OFF
Turn the camera off before removing the card.
1) Unscrew the end cap. 2) Push the micro SD card in, them
release it and pull out the card. 3) Screw the end cap on – do not
cross thread it and do not push the O-rings out of place.
C. USB in computerB. Power BankA. Charger in AC outlet
4 sec.
4 sec.
Turn on camera
Turn off camera
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3. VIDEO MODE
1) Select the video mode on the selector ring.
2) Hold the activation switch for 1 second to start recording.
3) To stop recording, hold the activation switch for 1 second.
To make tags, click the activation button while recording a
video. When a tag has been inserted ‘TAG’ will appear on the
display.
The video screen will appear when the video mode is selected.
If you use flashlights or floodlights when diving, turn off DCC™.
Click three times to turn off/on the DCC™. The screen will show
the DCC™ status. For more information on DCC™ go to section 6.3.
1 sec.
Click
1 sec.
Start Stop
3.4 MAKE TAGS IN VIDEO
3.2 VIDEO SCREEN
Battery level
Time
Resolution
Frames per second
3.1 RECORD VIDEO
If you record for a long time, a tag will let you find that spot in a
long video. The Paralenz app lets you find tags in a long video.
Go to paralenz.com/dive-log-app to download the app.
3.3 WHAT IS A TAG?
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4. PHOTO & SNAP RECORD
The photo & snap record-screen will appear when the mode is
selected.
If you use flashlights or floodlights when diving, turn off DCC™.
Click three times to turn off/on the DCC™. The screen will show
the DCC™ status. For more information on DCC™ go to section 6.3.
4.4 PHOTO & SNAP VIDEO RECORD SCREEN
Mode
Battery Image format
Photos taken
1) Select the photo & snap record-mode on the selector ring
2) Hold and keep holding the activation switch to record
3) Release the activation switch to stop the recording
4.2 RECORD A SNAP VIDEO
Hold Release
Record video Stop
1) Select the photo & snap record-mode on the selector ring.
2) Click the activation switch to take a picture.
Click
Take picture
4.1 TAKE A PHOTO
Snap record is a easy way to switch between pictures and
video recording. You only record and photograph what you
want to.
4.3 WHAT IS A SNAP VIDEO?
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5. CUSTOM MODE
The custom mode-screen will appear when the mode is
selected.
To take a photo burst, click the activation switch. A screen will
appear indicating that the camera is taking a photo burst. The
camera is ready to use again when that screen disappears.
If you use flashlights or floodlights when diving, turn off DCC™.
Click three times to turn off/on the DCC™. The screen will show
the DCC™ status. For more information on DCC™ see section 6.4.
The screen can have 1 of 4 different modes assigned to it: video,
slow motion, time lapse and photo burst. Go to settings to see
how to switch between different custom modes (See chapter 6
– Camera settings).
5.3 TAKE A PHOTO BURST
5.1 MODE SCREEN APPEARANCE
Mode
Battery level Resolution
Frames per second
Video Slow motion Time lapse Photo burst
To record a video, slow motion or time-lapse 1) the custom-
mode icon on the selector ring should be selected (make sure
that the right custom mode is selected. 2) Hold the activations
button for 1 second to start the recording. 3) To stop a record-
ing, hold the activation button for 1 second.
1 sec. 1 sec.
Start Stop
5.2 RECORD VIDEO, SLOW MOTION
OR TIME-LAPSE
Click
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Go to the settings mode on the selector ring to select the cam-
era settings (all settings can also be controlled via the app).
When you select Settings on the selector ring, a menu will
appear. The first menu consists of 7 different categories: WiFi,
WB/DCC™, Video, Photo, Custom, Overlay and Advanced. You
navigate the menu by clicking or holding the activation switch.
Click once to go to the next step in the menu - hold to choose
or enter the selected setting.
The settings screen categories are as follows.
To change WiFi status go to settings > WiFi. Hold to turn WiFi
on/off.
To set the Kelvin (K) value of the white balance, go to the WB/
DCC™ screen in the settings menu. Select 'Set WB'. You can
chose between Auto, 3500K, 5000K (default value) and 6500K.
6. CAMERA SETTINGS
6.1 SETTINGS MENU
6.2 TURN WIFI ON/OFF
6.3 WHITE BALANCE (WB)
Click Hold
Next step Choose selected
Hold
For best results use the white balance only when you dive with
lights on. For more information on how to use the white balance
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The deeper you go the more colors will be absorbed. The
camera cannot add colors that are not present, so beyond 20
meters de-activate the DCC™ and use a flashlight instead. For
more information on DCC™ go to www.paralenz.com/support
Notice that there are limits to how high the FPS can be at
higher resolutions.
The water is blue – use DCC: blue The water is green – use DCC: green
In video settings you can select resolution and frames per second.
The custom settings lets you control the following:
6.5 VIDEO SETTINGS
6.5.1 Video resolution
6.5.2 Frames per second
6.6 CUSTOM SETTINGS
6.4.2 Which DCC setting to use?
If the water is blue, we recommend you use DCC: blue. If the
water is green, we recommend you use DCC: green.
Toggle either DCC™ or WB on/off by clicking three times on the
activation switch while in power- or video-mode.
6.4 DCC™ (DEPTH CONTROLLED COLOR
CORRECTION)
6.4.1 What is DCC™ ?
DCC™ is an intelligent version of a color filter, which are normal-
ly made from plastic and placed in front of your camera lens,
to remove the green or blue taint in your videos. It is controlled
by the pressure sensor and adjusts the strenght of the filter to
match the depth you are at.
To change the DCC™ state, go to the WB/DCC™ screen in the
settings menu. Hold to enter the WB/DCC™ menu. Hold the
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6.6.1 Custom video
You can change the video mode on the camera. If you want
to record for a longer time, select 1080P as the normal video
mode, but if there’s something you want to record in 4K, you
can assign it to the custom mode.
To activate this mode just select the ‘activate-screen’ and hold
to assign it to the custom mode. The settings in custom video
are the same as in normal video.
6.6.3 Time-lapse
To activate time-lapse mode just select the ‘activate-screen’
and hold to assign it to the custom mode. In settings you can
select your resolution and time interval between the pictures
taken.
6.6.2 Slow motion
To activate slow motion mode, select the ‘activate-screen’
and hold to assign it to the custom mode. In settings, you can
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6.7 ADVANCED SETTINGS
The advanced settings allows you to 1) format the SD-card
2) see which firmware is on the camera 3) reset settings on
the camera 4) flip the display and 5) choose units.
6.7.1 Format micro SD-card
If ‘format’ is selected, you must confirm that you want to for-
mat the micro SD-card.
6.7.2 Which version of firmware is installed on the camera?
If ‘firmwr’ (firmeware) is selected, the version number will be
shown for a short period of time.
6.6.4 Photo burst
To activate photo burst mode select the ‘activate-screen’ and
hold to assign it to the custom mode. In settings you can se-
lect how many images are taken per amount of time.
6.6.5 Visual overlay
The visual overlay embeds depth and temperature to your
videos or your photos. To activate visual overlay select 'overlay'
in the main settings menu. Here you can turn the visual overlay
on and off. Note that a visual overlay cannot be removed after
being embedded in a media file.
Example of visual overlay embedded
Reformatting the SD-card will delete all data, so make sure to
save the footage you want to keep on your computer before
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6.7.4 Flip display
If you’re mounting the camera upside down, this function
allows you to flip the OLED display and the image.
6.7.5 Choose units
This function allows you to choose which units of measure to
display.
6.7.6 Zero depth
The Zero depth function lets you calibrate the depth sensor
inside your Paralenz Dive Camera to zero. You can use this
function if you should experience that the sensor is slightly off
in your dive logs and the corresponding media.
7. MOUNTS
There are two mounts in the box; The Universal Mount and the
Mask Mount. The Universal Mount enables you to use most
of the existing accessories on the market. The Mask Mount is
designed to fit all regular diving masks
Press the center of the mount and the top of the camera
together to fasten the camera to the mount. Make sure both
latches are fastened correctly. Do not use excessive force.
7.1 INCLUDED MOUNTS
7.2 THE T-RAIL CLICK SYSTEM
Universal Mount Mask Mount
*Click*
*Click*
Make sure that both sides are fastened
6.7.3 Reset settings on the camera
If ‘reset’ is selected, you must confirm that you want to reset
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Do not push up on the latch releases.
If you do, the camera will not be attached
correctly.
Put the mask strap through the slots of the Mask Mount.
The Mask Mount can be used on either side of your mask.
7.3 THE MASK MOUNT
8. MAINTENANCE
8.1 CLEANING THE CAMERA
8.2 TRANSPORTING THE CAMERA
8.1.1 Cleaning the O-rings
Always clean the camera in fresh water after use. Check that
the O-rings have not been stretched and that they do not have
any cuts or tears. To lubricate the O-rings apply grease that
does not contain silicone and run them through your fingers
while gently rubbing the grease into the O-ring (do not use
spray lubricant or petroleum based grease).
8.1.2 How do I prevent the camera from flooding?
The triple O-rings are tested to 200 m/656 ft./21 ATM. , so as
long as you properly maintain the O-rings and don’t open the
camera below water you are fine. Remember to screw on the
end cap correctly.
8.1.3 Cleaning the switches
If sand grains get stuck underneath the magnetic switches,
you can easily remove the switches with a small Allen key,
rinse in fresh water, and put them back on. Go to paralenz.com
for more info.
8.1.4 Cleaning the lens
To clean the lens, wipe it with a soft, lint-free cloth. You can use
Eyeglass Cleaning Fluid – but do not use strong solvents such
as benzene or alcohol.
Use the supplied protection pouch when transporting your
Paralenz Dive Camera. There is also room for cables, SD-cards
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9.1 REPLACING THE LENS
9.3 OTHER SPARE PARTS
If the lens is damaged you can buy a Paralenz Lens Kit. To
replace the lens: 1) Unscrew the lens lock ring by rotating it
counter clockwise. 2) Loosen the front lens with your fingers.
3) Apply grease that does not contain silicone around the
O-rings on the new lens. 4) Insert the new lens while rotating
slightly.
For other spare parts please contact [e-mail]
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9. REPLACING PARTS 9.2 REPLACING THE O-RINGS ON THE LENS
If the O-rings are damaged you can replace them: 1)Unscrew
the lens lock ring. 2) Replace the O-ring with the extra O-ring
that came with your camera. Remember to apply grease that
does not contain silicone.
Make sure that the O-rings are aligned and lubricated. If they
are misplaced or dried out the camera will be flooded.
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10. DOWNLOAD CONTENT
10.1 THE PARALENZDIVE APP
10.2 MICRO SD-CARD
10.3 USB CABLE
10.4 VIEW YOUR CONTENT
The free ParalenzDive App makes downloading, sharing and
viewing your photos and recordings easy. Download the app
via App Store/Google Play. The app will guide you through the
connection process.
You can also transfer your data from your micro SD-card by
inserting the card into a card reader. See section 2.3 for infor-
mation on how to remove the micro SD-card.
By connecting your camera to a computer via the USB-C cable,
you can access the content on the camera. Choose ‘data’
when connecting to the computer.
For viewing your video content, use programs such as Win-
dows Media Player, VLC Player, Quicktime etc.
11. SOFTWARE UPDATES
11.1 CAMERA FIRMWARE UPDATES
Firmware updates are made through the ParalenzDive App.
The app will give a notification when a new update is available.
Download the app via App Store/Google Play.
You can also download all firmware updates on
www.paralenz.com/support. To install the firmware manually
follow these steps:
1. Delete any file named “firmware.bin” in the folder you
choose to download to.
2. Download the latest firmware for your camera on this page.
3. Copy the file firmware.bin onto the root of an empty SD-card
(Not in a folder).
4. Make sure the battery has at least 70% power left. This is es-
sential. You risk breaking your camera if this is not followed.
Unplug the camera from the charger before checking the
power percentage.
5. Turn off the camera. Insert the SD-card into the slot.
6. Turn the camera on until you see the logo and wait for it to
turn off automatically. (The camera is now downloading the
new firmware).
7. Turn the camera on again and wait for it to turn off
automatically (The camera is now installing the firmware).
8. The camera is now ready to be turned on, with the new firm-
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12. BATTERY
12.1 CHARGING THE BATTERY
The Paralenz Dive Camera comes with an integrated LiPo 1600
mAh battery.
Use the included USB-C cable for charging. Charge the camera
through your computer or use a wallcharger – preferably a 2.1 A
USB power adapter. See section 2.4 for information about how
to charge the battery.
WARNING: Do not use the camera or the battery if it has been
damaged – for example, if cracked or punctured. Disassem-
bling or puncturing the battery can cause an explosion or fire.
Do not store the camera where prolonged exposure to
extreme temperatures can occur, because it can cause
permanent damage. Do not dry the camera or battery with an
external heat source such as a microwave oven or hair dryer.
Do not store your battery with metal objects. If the battery
terminals come in contact with metal objects, the battery
may “shortout” and cause a fire.
Reformatting the SD-card will delete all data, so make sure to
save the footage you want to keep on your computer before
reformatting the card.
13. TROUBLESHOOTING
13.1 What to do if the camera should freeze or won't turn on
In case of the camera freezing and not responding, you can
always do a hard-reset:
1. Turn the selector ring to power position.
2. Plug in the charger.
3. Hold the activation switch for 10 seconds.
- The camera will now reboot.
13.2 If the SD-card needs to be reformatted
When formatting the memory card on a PC/MAC it needs to be
formatted with the FAT32 format (32kb) for up to 32 GV and ex-
FAT for 64 GB cards.
The SD-card can also be reformatted through the camera. See
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14. REGULATORY INFO
The RCM is the compliance mark for all applicable Austra-
lian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) regulato-
ry arrangements, including all technical and record-keeping
requirements.
This symbol indicates separate collection of waste batteries
in the EU countries. Please do not throw the batteries into
domestic refuse. Please use the return and collection
systems available in your country for the disposal of waste
batteries.
The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo is a registered trademark of the
Wi-Fi Alliance.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trade-
marks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such
marks by Paralenz is under license.
iOS and App Store are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Android and Google Play are registered trademarks of
Google Inc.
FCC
a. This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
b. Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the part responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
c. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
CE mark indicates that this product complies with the
European requirements for safety, health, environment and
customer protection.

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15. SUPPORT
Paralenz is dedicated to providing the best possible service.
To reach our Customer Support, visit paralenz.com/support or
contact [e-mail]
d. This device is also designed to meet the requirements for
exposure to radio waves established by the Federal Communi-
cations Commission (USA). The SAR limit adopted by the USA
is 1.6 W/kg averaged over one gram of tissue. The highest SAR
value reported to the FCC for this device type complies with
this limit.
IC
a. This device complies with CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B).
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two con-
ditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
b. Cet appareil est conforme à la norme CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-
3 (B).
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Cana-
da applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. Son
fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes : (1)
l'appareil ne doit pas causer d'interférence et (2) l'appareil
doit accepter toute interférence, y compris une interférence
pouvant entraîner un fonctionnement non désiré.
The frequency band(s) in which the radio equipment operates;
maximum radio-frequency power transmitted in the frequency
band(s) in which the radio equipment operates.
2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
2402-2480 MHz for BT
Maximum radio power: <20 dBm for 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, <10 dBm
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1 7. PRECAUTIONS
To avoid malfunction, explosion, or fire:
Do not microwave, open, drop, puncture, take apart, bend,
crush, paint, or incinerate the camera.
Do not solder or glue parts onto the camera and do not insert
foreign objects into any openings, such as the Micro USB port.
Do not use the camera if it is damaged, this includes a punc-
ture, missing O-ring, or water inside and do not attempt to
remove or change the battery.
Do not dry the camera in an oven, with a hairdryer or any other
external heat source, especially open fire.
Do not use the Paralenz Dive Camera for dives deeper than
200M/556F/21 ATM.
When opening and charging the camera, make sure that your
hands are not wet, and that water from other sources cannot
enter the camera or charger. This may cause electrical shock.
The Paralenz Dive Camera should not in any way be used as a
dive computer, or as a supplement to a dive computer.
When charging, make sure the charger is a USB type charger,
of max 5V, or use a USB plug on a computer.
If the front lens on the Paralenz Dive Camera should break,
take care to avoid injury. Keep out of reach of children.
Waterproof to 200 M/656 FT./21 ATM.
Video resolution 4k-30 fps / 1080p-100 fps / 720p-240 fps
Still resolution 8 MP
White balance Auto, 3500K, 5000K, 6500K + DCC™ (switch between WB and DCC™)
Battery life LiPo – 1600 mAh / 3+ hours recording (1080 p – 30 fps)
EIS - Electronic image
and tilt stabilization Will be available soon through firmware update
App Viewing / Sharing / Settings (iOS & Android)
Usable with gloves Yes
Shockproof Yes
Lens / lens distortion
correction
140° / lens distortion correction will soon be available through firmware
update
Weight 155 g (5.5 oz)
Dimensions 116 x 35 x 38 mm (4.5 x 1.4 x 1.5”)
Housing Military grade aluminum & polycarbonate
Audio recording Yes (internal microphone)
Port USB-C (for fast charging)
Storage 128 GB micro SD-card max. (Class: U3 or V30) – not included
Mounts Mask Mount & Universal Mount included
Dive log video overlay Yes
Connectivity WiFi, Bluetooth & USB
Display 0.5” OLED
Operating temperature -20°C to 85°C / -4°F to 185°F / EVA padding (minimizing battery
discharge in cold water)
Extra casing needed No
Sensors Pressure / temperature
16. SPECIFICATIONS
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