Sealife DC800 manual Introduction, Overview

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INTRODUCTION

Overview

Thank you for purchasing the SeaLife DC800 digital underwater camera. This is not your ordinary land camera in a waterproof housing. The SeaLife camera includes special onboard software and exposure programs have been developed through extensive underwater testing and research to ensure bright, colorful underwater pictures and video. It is equipped with the latest digital technology which means the camera is automatic and easy to use.

The SeaLife waterproof housing is constructed from the ﬁnest materials to ensure long-lasting and reliable performance. It’s fully rubber armored body offers superior shock protection. The durable polycarbonate underbody can withstand underwater pressure down to 200ft/60m. It’s large shutter button and wide-spreads controls ensures a sure-grip and easy handling, even with dive gloves on. All metallic parts are made of high-grade stainless steel to last the punishing saltwater and marine environment.

There are so many more features and beneﬁts that you will surely enjoy. All of us at SeaLife hope to exceed your expectations with this new camera. Happy diving!

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Contents SeaLife DC800 Underwater Camera Page Product Information TrademarksTrademark Information Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsDo not ﬁre the ﬂash close to anyone’s eyes Battery Usage Important Notes on Waterproof Function Page Contents ContentsTransferring Files to Your Computer Overview IntroductionIntroduction Package Contents ON/OFF button Getting to Know Your CameraGetting To Know Your Camera Front ViewRear View Getting To Know Your CameraLCD Monitor Display Capture modePlayback mode Video playback Video modePlayback mode Still image playback Preparation Getting StartedGetting Started Charging the Battery Setting the Date and Time Initial SettingsFormatting the Memory Card or Internal Memory Choosing the LanguageCapturing Images Capture ModeCapture Mode Focus mode Description Setting the FocusSetting the Focus About External Flash Modes Icon Scene mode DescriptionAbout External Flash Modes MNL To set the color correction White Balance About Sea modeAbout Sea Mode To set SEA modeAbout Spy Mode About Spy ModeRecording Shots using Face Detection Technology Using Face DetectionRecording Voice Memos Recording Voice MemosRecording Video Clips Video ModeVideo Mode Playing Back Video Clips Playing Back Still Images Playback ModePlayback Mode Thumbnail Display Attaching Voice Memos Removing Red-eyeProtecting Images Canceling the ProtectionPlaying back voice memo Protecting multiple images simultaneously Erasing single image / Erasing all images Erasing in Photography Mode Quick Delete FunctionErasing in Playback Mode Erasing ImagesErasing selected images Size Scene ModeMenu Options Capture MenuMenu Options ISO Manual WBMetering Date Print Voice MemoLCD Bright Digital ZoomVideo Menu MenuOptions Audio Slide Show Playback MenuFix Red Eyes Copy to Card ProtectResize Auto Off Setup MenuFr. No. Reset BeepFormat Sys. ResetDate/Time LanguageSystem Requirement Transferring Files to Your ComputerTransferring Files To Your Computer Downloading Your FilesUsing The Camera As a Pc Camera Using the Camera AS a PC CameraEditing Software Installation Editing Software InstallationSpeciﬁcations Specifications Inner Camera onlyPossible number of shots still image AppendixAppendix Possible recording time / sec video clip Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant PrinterConnecting the camera to the printer Printing images Select 105-0003 SETEnter Printing DC800 Underwater Housing InstructionsUnderwater Housing Instructions SeaLife DC800 Underwater HousingMust do for underwater housing Housing door uses one O-ring to form a waterproof seal Open view of waterproof housingMaintaining a waterproof seal After each use underwater Quick waterproof test Before you depart on your dive tripHow To Install And Remove O-Ring HOW to Install and Remove O-RINGTo Remove O-ring How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing HOW to Open and Close Waterproof HousingHow To Open And Close Waterproof Housing Installing the Flash Link optical cable adapter Above instructions Set up housing How to set-up the Waterproof HousingSet up camera Test camera and housing Before Entering Water Using and cleaning the underwater housing and cameraEntering the water with waterproof housing Prepare housing for storage After using housing underwaterCleaning housing after use Stay within the ideal shooting distance of 2 to 6 feet Great Underwater Pictures Made EasyCrystal Clear water Use the landscape focus to minimize shutter lag time Symptom Cause Solutions / Corrective Actions Troubleshooting GuideTroubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting for underwater photography Troubleshooting Guide Underwater Housing Housing SpecificationsHousing Speciﬁcations SL18024 April