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- Page 1 UFL-1 http://www.olympus.com/ ©2007 Printed in China VS061801...
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Page 2: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an Olympus product. Please read this instruction manual carefully and use the product safely and correctly. Please keep this instruction manual for reference after reading it. Introduction Unauthorized copying of this manual in part or in full, except for private use, is prohibited. -
Page 3: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This instruction manual uses a variety of common symbols and icons to assist you in proper handling and usage of this product properly, and to warn you of potential hazards to yourself and others as well as to property. An exclamation mark enclosed in a triangle alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the documentation provided with the product. - Page 4 WARNING Never use the flash in front of the eyes especially for infants or children within 1 m. It may cause permanent vision impairment, etc. Keep the flash and batteries out of the reach of infants and children. There is the possibility of the occurrence of the following types of accidents: •...
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Page 5: Battery Handling Precautions
Do not place this product at locations with abnormally high or abnormally low temperatures or at locations with extreme temperature changes. The product may deteriorate or may cause a fire. Do not alter the battery compartment or try to insert any foreign objects into it. Do not store the flash at the locations subject to vibrations. - Page 6 Do not connect the batteries to a power socket or car cigarette lighter. It could cause a fire or an explosion etc. If battery fluid gets into your eyes, flush your eyes immediately with clear, cold running water and seek medical attention immediately. WARNING Keep batteries dry at all times.
- Page 7 If a battery leaks, becomes discolored or deformed, or becomes abnormal in any other way during operation, stop using it. It may cause a fire or an electrical shock. Please contact your local service station or dealer. Do not remove batteries immediately after using them. Batteries may become hot during prolonged use, which may cause burns.
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Page 8: About O-Ring
About O-ring Please note the following points to use the O-ring. When sealing this product, make sure that no hairs, fibers, sand particles or other foreign matter stick not only to the O-ring, but also to the contact surface. Even a single hair or a single grain of sand may cause water leakage. - Page 9 • Places where there are open fires. • Places where water is deeper than 40 m. • Places subject to vibrations. • Places where high temperatures exist or high humidity and/or where extreme differences in temperatures exist. • Places where volatile chemicals are stored or used. Do not apply excessive force on the arm mount.
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Page 10: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction................2 Please read the following items before use......2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS............3 Battery handling precautions ..........5 About O-ring ................8 Handling the product ............. 8 1. Preparations..............12 Check the contents of the package ........12 Name of the parts ..............13 Installing the strap ............... - Page 11 7. Appendix ................26 Q & A on the use of the UFL-1 ..........26 Specifications ..............30 EN 11...
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Page 12: En 1. Preparations
Check that all the accessories are in the box. Contact your local service station or dealer if accessories should be missing or damaged. Electronic flash (main body) Silicone grease O-ring remover Diffuser Diffuser strap Flash leash UFL-1 OLYMPUS distributor list Instruction manual (this manual) EN 12... -
Page 13: Name Of The Parts
Installation completed Diffuser Diffuser strap Diffuser strap hole CAUTION • Please install the strap correctly as shown above. OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. shall bear no responsibility for the loss of the diffuser etc. because of incorrect installation of the strap. EN 13... -
Page 14: Maintaining The Waterproof Function
2. Maintaining the Waterproof Function This product is sealed with an O-ring. Maintenance of the waterproof function is required even before using this product underwater for the first time. Removing the O-ring Open the battery cap and remove the O-ring from the flash. 1 Insert the O-ring remover between the O-ring and the wall of the O-ring groove. -
Page 15: Removing Any Sand, Dirt, Etc
Removing any sand, dirt, etc. After visually checking that dirt, sand, and other foreign matter has been removed from the O-ring, check for damage and cracks by squeezing the entire circumference of the O-ring lightly with your fingertips. Using a clean cloth free of fibers or a lint-free cotton swab, remove any foreign matter attached to the grooves of the O-ring. -
Page 16: Applying Grease To The O-Ring
Applying grease to the O-ring Make sure there is no dirt on your fingers or on the O-ring; then squeeze about 3 1 Apply the specified grease. mm of grease onto your fingertip. (3 mm is the most appropriate amount.) Using two fingers and a thumb, spread Spread the grease over the grease over the O-ring while rubbing... -
Page 17: Inserting The Batteries
3. Inserting the Batteries Usable batteries (sold separately) Always use one of the following battery combinations: AA Alkaline batteries (LR6), AA NiMH batteries • Manganese batteries are not to be used. Inserting the batteries Check that the Power/mode switch is in the “OFF” position. 1 Take the battery cap off by gently turning it in an counterclockwise direction. - Page 18 CAUTION • While installing and exchanging batteries make sure to wipe the flash of any water and always use dry hands. Pay especial attention for any drips from hair and wetsuits. • Turn gently and slowly when taking on/off the battery cap. If the cap is turned too quickly the O-ring may get caught and cause a leakage.
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Page 19: Mounting The Flash
4. Mounting the Flash Attaching the commercially sold arm Attach the flash to the commercially sold arm. When attaching the arm to the camera, make sure to read the arm’s instruction manual on how to attach the arm. 1 Loosen the arm mount knob by turning in an counterclockwise direction. 2 Place part A in the space between the arm mount. -
Page 20: Taking A Picture
5. Taking a Picture Using the flash The flash operates by detecting when the main camera flashes and automatically flashes in conjunction with this. The flash can be set to two modes. You can choose TTL Auto shooting or Manual shooting. Flash Range (land shooting, ISO100, F5.6, Approx. -
Page 21: About The Display Lamps
CAUTION • This product cannot be used as the main flash. • During underwater shooting, shooting conditions, water clarity etc. can have a significant effect on the range of the flash. Always check your pictures on the LCD monitor after shooting. •... -
Page 22: About The Diffuser
About the diffuser If the diffuser is attached to the front of the flash, the diffuser reduces the intensity of the light emitted by the flash, creating soft even lighting. EN 22... -
Page 23: Handling After Shooting
6. Handling After Shooting Wiping off any waterdrop After underwater shooting, remove any drops of water from the flash. Use pressurized air or a soft, lint- free cloth to carefully wipe away any moisture from the battery cap and the switches. CAUTION •... -
Page 24: Cleaning The Flash With Pure Water
CAUTION • Before opening the battery cap, make sure that your hands or gloves are free of sand, fibers, etc. • Do not open or close the battery cap at locations where water or sand may be sprayed. When this cannot be avoided because you have to exchange the battery, place a sheet upwind from some object and take care that no water or sand is sprayed. -
Page 25: Drying The Flash
Replace the O-ring even before a year has passed if it shows signs of damage, cracking or loss of elasticity. Note : Please use original Olympus silicone O-ring grease and the O-rings. These products can be purchased at an Olympus service station. EN 25... -
Page 26: Appendix
7. Appendix Q & A on the use of the UFL-1 What cautions must be observed when taking off the battery cap? Pay attention to the following points: 1 Take the cap off in a place where it is safe from spray and the scattering of sand. - Page 27 How to handle the flash after use? After using the flash, remove the batteries at once and seal it again with the battery cap and then rinse it in pure water. After use in salt water, you should immerse the flash for an extended period of time in pure water.
- Page 28 O-ring will be damaged or that its deterioration will be accelerated. 2 Use the original Olympus silicone O-ring grease (white cap). The grease of other companies are not suitable for this silicone O-ring, and use of such grease may cause deterioration of the surface and impairment of the waterproof function.
- Page 29 What are the model numbers of the UFL-1 accessories? The following accessories are being sold. 1 O-ring for the UFL-1 body (POL-U1):This is a silicone rubber O-ring packing to be installed in the UFL-1 body to make it waterproof. 2 Silicone O-ring grease (PSOLG-1): This is a special grease for silicone O-ring maintenance.
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Page 30: Specifications
Specifications MODEL NO. UFL-1 Type Electronic flash for the Olympus underwater- use digital camera Guide Number 14:(Land shooting, when flash is in FULL) Firing angle Covers the image angle of a 28 mm lens. (Land shooting) TTL Light Sensor Range Approx. 0.5 m (Land shooting)