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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    VII. Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy ............39-42 VIII. Optional Accessories ..................43-45 IX. Care and Maintenance ..................46 X. Troubleshooting ....................47-48 XI. Spare Parts and Service ..................49 XII. FCC Statement ....................50-52 Visit sealife-cameras.com/manuals for Español, Deutsch, Français, Italiano and Nederlands and other languages...

  • Page 3: Package Contents

    (32GB WiFi SL510 or 64GB WiFi SL512) Wall charger with Wrist strap Lens Cap (SL50102) (SL50113) US plug (SL50105) Int’l plug adapters for USB adapter (SL50103) UK, EU, AU (SL50106) USB cable Camera pouch (SL51004) (SL50107) Not shown: Instruction manual – English SeaLife Warranty statement (SL51008)

  • Page 4: Getting To Know Your Camera

    II. Getting to Know Your Camera Front view 1. Shutter button 2. Optical glass lens port 3. Lens adapter ring (For attaching close-up lens accessory – sold separately) 4. Wrist strap connection...

  • Page 5: Rear View

    II. Getting to Know Your Camera (cont’d) Rear view 1. 2.4” TFT color display 2. 1/4-20 tripod accessory mount 3. Waterproof USB contacts (Serial# located under USB cover) 4. “Piano Key” controls: a. Video (up) b. Menu (down) c. Playback / Power (back 1 step)

  • Page 6: Lcd Display: Capture Mode

    II. Getting to Know Your Camera (cont’d) LCD Display: Capture Mode 1. Scene modes Field of View (FOV) WiFi On Land Dive 5. Timers Snorkel Video record time (H:MM:SS) Time Lapse countdown Ext Light time (MM:SS) 2. Capture mode 6. Battery condition Single Full power Continuous...
  • Page 7 II. Getting to Know Your Camera (cont’d) LCD Display: Capture Mode 7. Image size resolution 9. ISO value 16MP / 4608 x 3456 / 4:3 Auto 14MP / 4608 x 3072 / 3:2 12MP / 4608 x 2592 / 16:9 Exposure Value (From 9MP / 3456 x 2592 / 4:3...

  • Page 8: Lcd Display: Playback Mode

    II. Getting to Know Your Camera (cont’d) LCD Display: Playback Mode (Thumbnail view) Playback icon - Thumbnail view 2. File type: Still image b. Video clip 3. Folder # (100 to 999) 4. File # (0001 to 9999) 5. Battery condition 6.
  • Page 9 II. Getting to Know Your Camera (cont’d) LCD Display: Playback Mode (Single view) Playback icon - Single image view 2. Folder # (100 to 999) 3. File # (0001 to 9999) 4. Battery condition 5. Elapse time H:MM:SS (video files only) 6.

  • Page 10: Basic Camera Operation

    III. Basic Camera Operation Power On: Push and hold bottom button for 2 seconds to power camera ON or OFF.

  • Page 11: Take A Picture

    III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) Take a Picture: Aim, hold camera steady and push shutter button. Take a Video: Aim, hold camera steady and push video button to start or stop video recording. Note: • When video recording is in progress, you will see a red dot with elapse record timer on the top right of the LCD display.

  • Page 12: Easy Setup

    III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) Easy Setup: This on-screen guide will help you set the camera correctly. 1. Push MENU button 2. Push shutter button to select “Easy Setup.” 3. Follow the on-screen guide using the Up ( ) or Down ( ) buttons to select desired option and Shutter button to confirm setting.

  • Page 13: Playback Pictures And Videos

    III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) Playback Pictures and Videos: 1. Push Playback button to display thumbnail images. 2. Use the Up ( ) or Down ( ) buttons to scroll through thumbnails. 3. Push Shutter button to select and display single images/videos.

  • Page 14: Charge Battery

    III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) Charge Battery: 1. Remove USB cover. 2. Make sure camera is dry. Insert USB cable into USB adapter, and insert into waterproof USB port. Important: Camera MUST be completely dry before inserting USB adapter. USB adapter is not waterproof.
  • Page 15 III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) 3. Connect other end of the USB cable into the wall charger, and insert wall charger into outlet. 4. The camera will display PC, Charge and Ext Power. 5. Use the Up ( ) or Down ( ) buttons to select Charge and push Shutter button to confirm selection.
  • Page 16 III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) 6. When the camera is charging, the large battery icon in center of display will blink from one to three bars repeatedly. The icon will show three solid bars when the battery is fully charged. 7.

  • Page 17: Upload Pictures To Pc

    III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) Upload pictures to PC: 1. Remove USB cover. 2. Make sure camera is dry. Insert USB cable into USB adapter, and into waterproof USB port. Important: Camera MUST be completely dry before inserting USB adapter. USB adapter is not waterproof.
  • Page 18 III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) 3. Connect other end of the USB cable into computer. 4. The camera will display PC, Charge or Ext Power. 5. Use the Up ( ) or Down ( ) buttons to select PC. Push Shutter button to confirm selection.

  • Page 19: For Windows

    III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) 6. Display will show PC connection icon for about 1 minute. For Windows For MAC Click on Windows Start icon and select Double click on “untitled” or “My Computer.” “unlabeled” disk drive icon or your desktop.
  • Page 20 III. Basic Camera Operation (cont’d) Note: • Selecting Ext Power will allow you to operate while using external power provided by PC connection, wall charger and any 5V power bank. • You may also make USB wired connection directly to a smart phone or tablet provided you have a USB adapter specific to the make / model of your smart device.

  • Page 21: Wifi Connection To Smartphone/Tablet

    IV. WiFi Connection to Smartphone/Tablet 1. Download and install the free “SeaLife Micro Cam” app* to your Android or iOS device. 2. In the camera’s “System Settings” menu, turn WiFi setting to “WiFi: On.” Note: • After turning WiFi ON, please allow 15 to 20 seconds for the WiFi to...
  • Page 22 7. To disconnect WiFi, turn off camera power or select “WiFi: Off” from camera’s Systems Menu. Note: • You can change the username and password in the SeaLife Micro Cam settings menu.

  • Page 23: Using The Sealife Micro Cam App

    V. Using the SeaLife Micro Cam App Home Screen: 1. Refresh WiFi connection 2. Camera settings menu 3. Picture / Video mode 4. Take picture or start/stop video 5. Playback...

  • Page 24: Playback Screen

    V. Using the SeaLife Micro Cam App (cont’d) Playback Screen: 1. List view 2. Image saved on camera (left) or downloaded to smartphone (right) 3. Playback settings 4. Home screen 5. Thumbnail images (touch to enlarge image) 6. Select images for downloading or deleting...

  • Page 25: Select Screen

    V. Using the SeaLife Micro Cam App (cont’d) Select Screen: 1. Return to thumbnail 4. Cancel download 2. Selected items (w/ 5. Download orange check mark) 6. Delete 3. Select all Note: Images/videos downloaded from the camera to your smartphone/tablet will...

  • Page 26: Menu Navigation

    VI. Menu Navigation Easy Setup: A step-by-step guide that helps you set the camera correctly. Simply follow the on-screen guide and enter if you are using the camera on land or underwater, and if you are using one or two lights.

  • Page 27: Image Settings

    VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) Image Settings: Self Timer Useful for capturing self portraits or videos. Delays image capture or video record start time by 3 sec. or 10 sec. after pushing shutter button. Capture Mode There are 5 different methods for capturing still images: Captures one image at a time.

  • Page 28: Scene Mode

    VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) Scene Mode Select between 4 different pre-programmed camera settings to automatically give you the best possible image and video under specific shooting conditions. For above water. Camera sets to 16MP resolution, auto Land: white balance and auto exposure. For underwater at depths greater than 25ft/8m.
  • Page 29 VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) White Balance (WB) Select between 6 different white balance settings to give you the best possible image and video under specific ambient lighting conditions. Automatically selects best white balance for land (not Auto: for underwater). Ideal for shooting underwater images and videos at Underwater Shallow: depths less than 25ft/8m.
  • Page 30 VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) Field of View (FOV) This adjusts the camera’s field of view (or viewing angle). This setting is not available for high frame rate video recordings greater than 60fps. Changing the field of view setting maintains the original picture resolution. Useful for shooting bigger subject close up so you Wide 130°...

  • Page 31: Video Resolution

    VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) 4608 x 3456. Highest full frame resolution. 16MP (4:3): 14MP (3:2): 4608 x 3072. Highest 3:2 aspect ratio resolution. 4608 x 2592. Highest wide-screen resolution. 12MP (16:9): 3456 x 2592. Medium resolution with 4:3 aspect 9MP (4:3): ratio.
  • Page 32 VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) 1296p – 30fps (frames per second) 1080p – 60fps 1080p – 30fps 720p – 120fps 720p – 60fps 720p – 30fps 480p – 240fps 480p – 120fps 480p – 60fps 480p – 30fps ISO (Pictures only) ISO adjusts how sensitive the image sensor is to light.
  • Page 33 VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) Quality This adjusts how much the still image or video is compressed. Select between 3 options: Lowest degree of compression, resulting in best Super Fine: quality and largest file size. Moderate degree of compression, resulting in good Fine: quality and smaller file size.
  • Page 34 VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) good exposure of brighter objects located in the center of the image frame, especially when using an external photo-video light. The entire area of the screen is measured, and the Average: exposure is calculated. Photo Time Lapse Records still images at pre-set time intervals of 2 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, 5 min and 30 min.
  • Page 35 VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) Color Shoot pictures and video in different colors for unique visual effects. Standard – Normal color Sepia – A reddish brown monochrome tint gives the picture or video a warm, antique feeling. Negative – Colors are reversed. white is black, yellow is blue, etc.

  • Page 36: System Settings

    VI. Menu Navigation (cont’d) System Settings: WiFi Turn WiFi ON to enable the wireless transmitter needed to connect the camera to your iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. Please allow about 15 seconds for the device to boot-up. A green WiFi indicator will appear on the top of the display when WiFi is turned on.

  • Page 37: Auto Off

    Firmware Version Displays what firmware (software) version is installed on the camera. SeaLife may occasionally release firmware updates if any operation and performance enhancements are discovered. Please check SeaLife website for updates: www.sealife-cameras.com/...
  • Page 38 The microphone is more effective underwater and will record the diver breathing or any sounds emitted by sealife. Another option is to use YouTube or video editing software to add music or narrations to your video.
  • Page 39 28.9GB and 58.2GB of memory is available for 32GB and 64GB models, respectively. SSID This is the username used for making wireless connection to a smartphone or tablet. The default name is “SeaLife Micro 2.0” and it can be changed in the SeaLife Micro Cam app.

  • Page 40: Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy

    VII. Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy Taking underwater images is much different than taking land photos or video. Here are the most important tips to taking great pictures underwater: Crystal clear water Crystal clear water is essential for good underwater pictures. Tiny particles floating in the water cause low visibility and poor picture quality.
  • Page 41 VII. Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy (cont’d) Shoot many pictures of the same subject - if you don’t like it, delete it later One of the great advantages of digital cameras is that you can review and delete pictures later, so shoot several pictures of the same subject.
  • Page 42 VII. Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy (cont’d) Limit video clips to 10 seconds or less It’s better to record many short clips than a few long videos. Shorter clips are much easier to share and edit. Remember, a 30 second clip is about 35MB –...
  • Page 43 VII. Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy (cont’d) Visit the SeaLife website for updated tips and advice Any updates to the manual or additional tips and advice can be found on the SeaLife website at www.sealife-cameras.com. Ask your local SeaLife dive dealer about underwater camera...

  • Page 44: Optional Accessories

    The compact and powerful line of Sea Dragon lights are easy to connect to your Micro camera using the Flex-Connect system of trays, grips and arms. Check out sealife- cameras.com for the latest line of Sea Dragon underwater lights.
  • Page 45 VIII. Optional Accessories (cont’d) AquaPod (SL913) The SeaLife AquaPod allows for close up underwater photos and videos while maintaining a comfortable distance between you and your subject. It’s ideal for exciting shark images and video, as well as easily frightened ocean species.
  • Page 46 VIII. Optional Accessories (cont’d) 10X Close-up Lens (SL570) For shooting sharp close-ups from 6” to 24” (15cm to 60cm) the optical glass lens easily attaches to the lens port and locks in place with a right twist. It’s removable underwater and includes a safety lanyard that connects to the camera.

  • Page 47: Care And Maintenance

    • Opening and tampering with the camera will void your warranty. • Battery may only be replaced by Authorized SeaLife Service Center. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to your local laws.

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Camera locks up • In the event the camera locks-up, push and hold the power button for about 8 seconds to force-off and reboot the camera. • Check SeaLife website for firmware updates: www.sealife-cameras.com/firmware Camera not connecting to computer or wall charger •...

  • Page 49: More Information

    • Check SeaLife website for the latest tips and technical updates: www.sealife-cameras.com/micro-hd-tips-and-technical-updates • For technical support, please contact the USA SeaLife Service Center at service@sealife-cameras.com or the SeaLife distributor in your country. A list of distributors is on the SeaLife website: www.sealife-cameras.com/authorized-dealer-locator...

  • Page 50: Spare Parts And Service

    Parts To order spare parts, please contact your local SeaLife dealer. Visit the Dealer Locator at www.sealife-cameras.com to find a dealer near you. US residents can also order spare parts online at www.SealifePartsDirect.com...

  • Page 51: Fcc Statement

    XI. FCC Statement 15.105(b) 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 reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 52 XI. FCC Statement (cont’d) Canada, Industry Canada (IC) Notices This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (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.
  • Page 53 XI. FCC Statement (cont’d) Canada, avis d’Industry Canada (IC) Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme aux normes canadiennes ICES-003 et RSS-210. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer d’interférence et (2) cet appareil doit accepter toute interférence, notamment les interférences qui peuvent affecter son fonctionnement.

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