Marcum Technologies VS560 manual Introduction, Features

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the VS560 underwater viewing system from MarCum Technologies.

Welcome to the world of underwater viewing. MarCum Technologies has incorporated the latest technology in producing the most compact and technologically advanced underwater viewing system available. Hunt for underwater treasure or locate the “spot on the spot” for great fishing.

There are hundreds of uses for your new VS560 underwater viewing system. This feature laiden viewing system is the most user friendly system available that is as easy to use in open water as it is on the ice. Now you’ll actually be able to see what’s below the surface of your favorite lake. Have fun and good viewing!

FEATURES

The VS560 underwater viewing system utilizes on screen displays that demonstrate the relative viewing direction, depth, temperature, auto pan speeds, percentage of battery charge remaining & a low battery warning icon. See the appropriate section of this manual for specific information regarding the on screen displays.

The VS560 offers a break through in underwater lighting utilizing Dark Water Technology. This new lighting system greatly reduces the particulate reflection seen in low light conditions with conventional lighting systems. By greatly reducing the snowstorm effect, clarity and viewing distance are enhanced. The use of visible LED light incorporating Dark Water Technology creates the best viewing opportunity when natural ambient light is not available.

The VS560 is available with a choice of either 60 or 120 feet of Kevilar reinforced underwater camera cable. Your VS560 system comes with a detachable camera that plugs and unplugs at the rear of the monitor. A handy cable reel for convenient cable storage is provided with the system.

The VS560 includes another break through from MarCum Technologies. The VS560 incorporates a motor located within the underwater camera housing that rotates the camera for a 360 degree view. This innovative viewing feature can be controlled from the monitor keypad or from a handy wireless remote.

The 5.5 inch black and white CRT monitor has excellent resolution allowing viewing with great clarity and detail. Controls for adjusting vertical hold, contrast, and brightness are located at the rear of the monitor behind the rubber plug. Adjustments can be made by removing the plug and rotating the knob either clockwise or counter clockwise to obtain the desired picture. The rubber plug should remain in place in the recessed area at all times to prevent moisture from entering the monitor housing.

The VS560 has a video-out jack located at the rear of the housing under the rubber plug in the same recessed area as the monitor adjustment controls. The video-out jack can be utilized by purchasing a cable of desired length with male RCA jacks from a local retailer of video or audio equipment. The cable can be plugged into either

a larger monitor or TV for a larger viewing image or can be used to record onto a VCR or camcorder. To record onto a camcorder you must have a camcorder with a video-in port.

The underwater camera comes with an additional weight that attaches to the bottom of the camera housing for open water use. A down viewing strap is also included that attaches to the bottom of the camera that allows the camera to be tilted for viewing from above.

A high quality padded soft-pack carrying case incorporates a built in collapsible viewing shroud to enhance viewing in bright light conditions. The front of the soft-pack can be opened to allow for view- ing when not exposed to harsh light (i.e. when viewing in an enclosed ice house). The versatile soft-pack system provides protection from the elements as well as allows for the easy storage of all camera accessories. A draw string pouch on the back of the soft-pack holds the camera cable. A detachable camera pouch that houses the underwater camera is located at the right rear corner of the soft-pack. Two additional pouches with elastic bands are included for additional accessory storage.

The battery included with the system is a 12 volt, 7amp hour sealed lead acid electrolyte battery that will provide approximately 8.5 hours of viewing time when fully charged. Viewing time will vary depending on the condition of the battery as well as the illumination mode used (e.g. 9.0 hours without the lighting system and 8.0 hours when the LED lighting is being used). A 500 mA DC wall charger is supplied to recharge the battery to full capacity. Recharging the battery to full capacity after every use is recommended. For further battery charg- ing information, see the “Battery Charging” section of this manual.

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