Light & Motion HC3 manual Pre-Dive Checklist

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1)Using an allen key, remove the two screws on the back of the handle. (Refer fig. 25)

2)Remove the Handle Cap from the handle assembly. (Refer fig. 26)

3)Remove old batteries from handle board.

4)Install new 1/3 N batteries into the handle board. (Refer. fig. 27)

The +/- position of the batteries is critical. If batteries are installed backwards, they will damage the handle board.

5)Inspect the Handle Cap O-ring or replace with a new O-ring.

6)Press the Handle Cap into the handle assembly so O-ring seals evenly.

7)Replace both screws in Handle Cap and tighten using allen key.

Smart Grip O-ring and Battery Kit (part # 802-0117) (Refer fig. 28) Kit contains one O-ring and battery set for one Smart Grip.

(Fig. 25)

(Fig. 27)

(Fig. 26)

(Fig. 28)

Pre-Dive Checklist

1)Make sure you have a Mini DV tape in the camcorder.

2)Make sure you have a completely charged battery in the camera.

3)Verify operation of all housing controls.

4)Check that the lens lock is securely engaged and that the latch pin is in the locked position. Clean lens if necessary.

5)Check that the rear plate O-rings are seated correctly and that the rear latches are in the closed and locked position.

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Contents For the Sony HDR-HC3 camcorder Welcome Table of Contents Getting Started Camera Preparation Menu Setup Page Mounting the Camera Operation Left Smart Grip Controls Refer figRear Plate Refer fig Smooth Slow Recording Using the Bluefin in VTR Mode Lens Installation / RemovalReversing Smart Grip Button Functions Bluefin Monitors Getting StartedBluefin Monitor Bulkhead Installation Attaching the Remote or Compact MonitorCompact Monitor Operation Remote Monitor OperationDisplay Icons on Monitors Charging the Remote and Compact MonitorDiving Without a Monitor Attached Bluefin Light Systems Getting Started Removing Batteries Installing BatteriesCharging Batteries Mounting Battery Pods Connecting Lights to Battery PodsLight Operation Replacing Handle BatteriesPre-Dive Checklist Housing Storage Ring Care & MaintenanceFirst Time Use After Diving CareOther Maintenance Light & Motion European Service CenterBluefin Accessories Light & Motion