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- Page 1 SeaLife DC800 Underwater Camera Go to www.sealife-cameras.com/service/manuals.html for ENGLISH, FRANÇAIS, DEUTSCH, ITALIANO, ESPAÑOL, NEDERLANDS and Türkçe versions...
- Page 3 Intel Corporation. ® Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. SD™ is a trademark. SeaLife is a registered trademark of Pioneer Research. ® Product Information Product design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ...
- Page 4 Read and understand all Warnings and Cautions before using this product. Warnings Continued use under the following conditions may cause fire or electric shock. Contact your local authorized SeaLife dealer for repair service if the product is damaged. If foreign objects or water have entered the camera, turn the power off and remove the battery.
- Page 5 Cautions Do not fire the flash close to anyone’s eyes. This might cause damage to the person’s eyesight. Do not subject the LCD monitor to impact. This might damage the glass on the screen or cause the internal fluid to leak.
- Page 6 Notes on Battery Usage When you use the battery, carefully read and strictly observe the Safety Instructions and the notes described below: Use only the specified battery (3.7V) provided with the camera. Extremely cold environments can shorten the battery life and reduce camera ...
- Page 7 Make sure the O-ring is not twisted when seated in the O-ring groove. Carefully follow O-ring removal and installation instructions contained in this manual. Replace O-ring every year to ensure proper seal. Only use approved SeaLife O-ring designed for the DC800. Replacement O-rings are available at your local authorized SeaLife dealer.
- Page 8 Soak and rinse waterproof housing in fresh water for about 2 minutes after underwater use or if the housing becomes dirty. Push each button several times to clean out any saltwater, sand or dirt that may be trapped under the buttons. Use clean,soft cloth to dry housing.
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Page 9: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Overview Package Contents 11 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View Rear View LCD Monitor Display 15 GETTING STARTED Preparation Charging the Battery Initial Settings 19 CAPTURE MODE Capturing Images Setting the Focus About External Flash Modes About Sea Mode About Spy Mode Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology Recording Voice Memos... - Page 10 47 TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER Downloading Your Files 48 USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA 49 EDITING SOFTWARE INSTALLATION 50 SPECIFICATIONS (INNER CAMERA ONLY) 51 APPENDIX Possible number of shots (still image) Possible recording time / sec (video clip) Connecting to a PictBridge Compliant Printer 56 UNDERWATER HOUSING INSTRUCTIONS MUST DO for underwater housing:...
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Page 11: 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. -
Page 12: Package Contents
Travel charger kit (spare battery, charging tray, 12V DC power adapter (SL1816) SeaLife Digital Pro Flash (SL961) Moisture Muncher desiccant capsules (SL911) Accessories and components may vary by retailer. Visit your local SeaLife dealer or www.sealife-cameras.com for a complete listing of accessories NOTE... -
Page 13: Getting To Know Your Camera
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAMERA Front View Shutter button ON/OFF button Self-timer LED Mode switch Capture mode Video mode Playback mode The waterproof housing has button controls for all camera functions except for the mode switch (#4). You can change the camera modes by pushing the Display button (#3 on the next page) when the camera is set to any of the underwater scene modes (Sea, ExtFlash Auto or ExtFlash NOTE... -
Page 14: Rear View
Rear View LCD monitor Delete button DISP Display button MENU Menu button Zoom in button Zoom out button Strap holder DC IN 5V terminal USB or AV OUT terminal Battery / Memory card cover When the camera is set to any of the Underwater scene modes (Sea, ... -
Page 15: Lcd Monitor Display
LCD Monitor Display Capture mode Zoom status Voice memo Battery condition Full battery power Medium battery power Low battery power No battery power ] AC adapter icon (if used) Flash mode [ Blank ] Auto Flash Red-eye Reduction Forced Flash Flash Off Histogram Main focus area (When the shutter... - Page 16 Video mode [ Mode icon Zoom status Battery condition Video resolution Available recording time/Elapsed time Video quality Recording indicator Self-timer icon Focus setting Playback mode [ Still image playback Mode icon File number Folder number Protect icon Voice memo Playback mode [ Video playback Video status bar Elapsed time...
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Page 17: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED Preparation Attach the camera strap. [Important: Camera strap must be removed when using camera inside the waterproof housing] Open the battery/memory card cover. Insert the supplied battery with correct orientation as shown. Insert an SD/SDHC memory card (Optional). The camera has 32MB internal memory ... -
Page 18: Charging The Battery
To prevent valuable data from being accidentally erased from an SD/SDHC memory card, you can slide the write protect tab (on NOTE the side of the SD/SDHC memory card) to “LOCK”. To save, edit, or erase data on an ... -
Page 19: Initial Settings
Initial Settings Setting the Date and Time The date/time needs to be set if and when: The camera is turned on for the first time. The camera is turned on after leaving the camera without the battery for an extended period of time. -
Page 20: Choosing The Language
Choosing the Language Specify in which language menus and messages are to be displayed on the LCD monitor. Slide the mode switch to [ ], and press the MENU button. Select [Setup] menu with the button. Select [Language] with the / buttons and press the SET button. -
Page 21: Capture Mode
CAPTURE MODE Capturing Images Your camera is equipped with a 2.7” full color TFT LCD monitor to help you compose images, playback recorded images/video clips or adjust menu settings. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the power on. The status LED lights green and the camera is initiated. ... -
Page 22: Setting The Focus
Avoid using zoom while underwater to take pictures of subjects at far away distances. For best underwater pictures, keep your subjects within 2 m / 6 ft shooting distance. If the focus area frame is red, the light conditions or contrast may be too ... -
Page 23: About External Flash Modes
About External Flash Modes When using one (or two) SeaLife external flashes (optional accessory), set the camera Scene mode to ExtFlash Auto or ExtFlash MNL mode. In Ext Flash Auto mode, the camera automatically adjusts the exposure resulting in sharp, colorful underwater pictures. The camera is pre-programmed to account for the additional flash power and result in optimal image exposure... - Page 24 Icon Scene mode The above shooting distance may vary depending on water visibility and the reflectivity of the subject. Experiment with different flash modes and adjust accordingly. The Macro Flash and Far Flash exposure setting is only functional in Ext ...
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Page 25: About Sea Mode
50ft / 15m depending on the amount of available light. For best UW pictures, keep the camera’s flash OFF when in Sea mode. If light conditions are too dark, we recommend using the SeaLife Digital Pro Flash (item SL961 - optional accessory) -
Page 26: About Spy Mode
About Spy Mode This mode is used to capture continuous images at a preselected time interval. This mode is useful for taking a sequence of images, like a sunrise or sunset, and later selecting the best image. It is also useful for taking a series of pictures without being discovered by the subject. -
Page 27: Recording Shots Using Face Detection Technology
Recording Shots using Face Detection Technology Face Detection Technology can identify and focus on the human faces in the image. This advanced function simultaneously detects up to 5 human faces regardless of their position in the scene. White frame Face detection function is on Slide the mode switch to [ Toggle the button until [... -
Page 28: Recording Voice Memos
Recording Voice Memos A voice memo can be recorded once for 30 seconds in the still image mode immediately following a still image capture. Slide the mode switch to [ Press the MENU button, and select the [Function] menu with the button. Select [Voice Memo] with the ... -
Page 29: Video Mode
VIDEO MODE Recording Video Clips This mode allows you to record video clips at a resolution of 320 x 240 or 640 x 480 pixels. Slide the mode switch to [ Compose the image. Press the shutter button. The recording of the video clip will ... -
Page 30: Playing Back Video Clips
Playing Back Video Clips You can play back recorded video clips on the camera. You can also play back sound if recorded with the video. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the screen. Select the desired video clip with the / buttons. Press the SET button. -
Page 31: Playback Mode
PLAYBACK MODE Playing Back Still Images You can play back the still images on the LCD monitor. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the screen. The images can be displayed in forward or reverse sequence with the / buttons. -
Page 32: Thumbnail Display
Thumbnail Display This function allows you to view 9 thumbnail images on the LCD monitor at the same time, which can let you quickly search for the image that you want. Slide the mode switch to [ The last image appears on the ... -
Page 33: Removing Red-Eye
Removing Red-eye You can use this function to remove the red-eye effect after an image is taken. Slide the mode switch to [ Select the image that you want to edit with the / buttons. Press the MENU button. Select [Fix Red Eyes] with the ... -
Page 34: Playing Back Voice Memo
Playing back voice memo A press of the SET button displays [VOICE PLAYBACK] and plays back the voice memo. Voice memo is only available for still images. NOTE Protecting Images Set the data to read-only to prevent images from being erased by mistake. Slide the mode switch to [ Select the image that you want to protect with the ... -
Page 35: Protecting Multiple Images Simultaneously
Select [Single] or [All] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. Select [Cancel Protect] with the / buttons, and press the SET button. The removal of image protection is executed and the camera returns ... -
Page 36: Erasing Images
Erasing Images Erasing in Photography Mode (Quick Delete Function) The quick delete function enables you to delete the last-captured image during capture. Slide the mode switch to [ Press the button. The last image and quick delete menu appear on the screen. Select [Execute] with the ... - Page 37 Erasing selected images This erases a number of selected images. Slide the mode switch to [ Press the button. T h e d e l e t i o n m e n u w i l l b e ...
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Page 38: Menu Options
MENU OPTIONS Capture Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when capturing still images. Capture MENU:Exit SET:Adj. Slide the mode switch to [ Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] / [Setup] menu with the / buttons. Select the desired option item with the ... - Page 39 Quality This sets the quality (compression) at which the image is captured. A higher quality setting will result in less compression and larger image files. ] Super Fine ] Fine ] Standard ] Economy Sharpness This sets the sharpness of the image that will be captured. * Hard / Normal / Soft Color This sets the color of the image that will be captured.
- Page 40 You can also manually set the camera’s white balance if the options found in the white balance menu are not suitable. A digital camera needs to find a reference point which represents white. It will then calculate all the other colors based on this white point.
- Page 41 Metering This sets the metering method for calculating the exposure. ] Center: Averages the light metered from the entire frame, but gives Blank greater weight to the subject matter at the center. ] Spot: A very small portion of the center of the screen is measured to calculate the correct exposure.
- Page 42 Voice Memo Refer to section in this manual titled “Recording Voice Memos” for further details. * On / Off LCD Bright. Select a brightness level for the LCD monitor. The LCD becomes brighter with the button and darker with the button. The adjustment range is from -5 to +5.
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Page 43: Video Menu
Video Menu This menu is for the basic settings to be used when recording video clips. Capture MENU:Exit SET:Adj. Slide the mode switch to [ Press the MENU button, and select the [Capture] / [Function] / [Setup] menu with the / buttons. Select the desired option item with the ... -
Page 44: White Balance
Color This sets the color of the video clip that will be captured. * Normal / Vivid / Sepia / Monochrome White Balance Refer to section in this manual titled “White Balance” in Capture Menu for further details. When the user has the camera set to Sea or Ext Flash (ExtFlash Auto / ... -
Page 45: Playback Menu
Playback Menu In the [ ] mode, choose which settings are to be used for playback. Slide the mode switch to [ Press the MENU button. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. - Page 46 Protect Refer to section in this manual titled “Protecting Images” for further details. LCD Bright. Refer to section in this manual titled “LCD Bright.” in Capture Menu for further details. Resize Resizes a previously saved image. Resizing replaces the original image with the changed image.
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Page 47: Setup Menu
Setup Menu Set your camera’s operating environment. Capture SET:Adj. Slide the mode switch to [ Press the MENU button, and select the [Setup] menu with the button. Select the desired option item with the / buttons, and press the SET button to enter its respective menu. - Page 48 Date/Time Refer to section in this manual titled “Setting the Date and Time” for further details. Sys. Reset This returns all basic settings to the camera’s default settings. The time setting will not be reset. * Cancel / Execute Language Refer to section in this manual titled “Choosing the Language”...
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Page 49: Transferring Files To Your Computer
TRANSFERRING FILES TO YOUR COMPUTER System Requirement Windows Pentium III 600 MHz or higher Windows 2000/XP/Vista 128MB RAM 128MB hard disk space CD-ROM drive Available USB port Downloading Your Files Connect one end of the USB cable to an available USB port on your computer. -
Page 50: Using The Camera As A Pc Camera
USING THE CAMERA AS A PC CAMERA Your camera can act as a PC camera, which allows you to videoconference with business associates, or have a real-time conversation with friends or family. To use the camera for videoconferencing, your computer system must include the items as below: Microphone ... -
Page 51: Editing Software Installation
It is not required to download the above mentioned software. It is provided free of charge for your convenience. The above mentioned software is developed by a 3rd party company. SeaLife makes no warranties or claims regarding its performance and will not offer any NOTE technical support. -
Page 52: Specifications (Inner Camera Only)
SPECIFICATIONS (INNER CAMERA ONLY) Item Description Image sensor 1/2.5” CCD sensor (8.0 megapixels) Image <Still image> resolution 3264 x 2448, 2816 x 2112, 2272 x 1704, 1600 x 1200, 640 x 480 <Video clip> 640 x 480 (25 fps), 320 x 240 (25 fps) LCD monitor 2.7”... -
Page 53: Appendix
APPENDIX Possible number of shots (still image) The table shows the approximate shots that you can capture at each setting based on the capacity of the internal memory and the SD/SDHC memory card. Size Quality ] Super Fine 3264 x 2448 ] Fine ] Standard ] Economy... -
Page 54: Possible Recording Time / Sec (Video Clip)
Possible recording time / sec (video clip) Size Quality ] Fine 640 x 480 ] Standard ] Fine 320 x 240 ] Standard * We recommend a memory card of at least 10MB/Sec write speed to prevent auto stop or unexpected results. If you experience an error using a slower SD/SDHC memory card, you can set your camera’s video recording to QVGA (320 x 240) and standard quality. -
Page 55: Printing Images
Printing images When the camera is properly connected to a PictBridge compliant printer, the PictBridge menu is displayed on the monitor. Select the item you want to configure with the / buttons, and press the SET button. [Images]: Select whether you want ... - Page 56 If you select [Select] in the previous step, the figure shown on the right hand side will appear. Select the image that you want to print with the / buttons. Select the [Print Num] (up to 99) with ...
- Page 57 The printing starts and the figure shown on the right hand side appears. [COMPLETE] will be displayed temporarily, reminding you that the printing procedure is finished. If an error is detected during the connection (i.e. the printer hardware problem) between camera and printer, [PRINT ERROR] will be displayed.
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Page 58: Underwater Housing Instructions
DC800 Front view of underwater housing Backview of underwater housing Metal parts made if high-grade stainless steel NOTE SeaLife DC800 Underwater Housing: Depth rated and tested to 200 ft. (60m). Fully rubber armored for added ... -
Page 59: Must Do For Underwater Housing
O-ring or O-ring contact surfaces become damaged. Do not use underwater housing if O-ring or O-ring contact surfaces are damaged. Replacement O-rings are available at your local authorized SeaLife dealer. Make sure O-ring is completely seated into O-ring groove before sealing housing. - Page 60 Clear water conditions, control your buoyancy before taking pictures, get as close as possible to subject (ideal distance is 2ft to 6ft/ 0.6m to Use SeaLife External Flash accessory to enhance colors and reduce backscatter. Store housing at room temperature in a clean and dry place.
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Page 61: Maintaining A Waterproof Seal
Maintaining a waterproof seal Every SeaLife housing is tested for quality and a waterproof seal. It is your responsibility to properly care for the O-ring and O-ring contact surfaces to maintain a waterproof seal. Carefully follow these important O-ring care instructions. -
Page 62: Quick Waterproof Test (Before You Depart On Your Dive Trip)
Replace O-ring every year to ensure proper seal. Only use approved SeaLife O-ring (item #SL15017) designed for the DC800. Replacement O-rings are available at your local authorized SeaLife dealer. After each use underwater: Soak sealed housing in fresh water for about 15 minutes. Most dive boats offer special fresh water buckets specifically for underwater... -
Page 63: How To Install And Remove O-Ring
HOW TO INSTALL AND REMOVE O-RING To Install O-ring: Step 1: O-ring and O-ring groove must be completely clean before installing O-ring. Step 2: Push O-ring into groove as shown being careful not to twist or roll O-ring. Step 3: Use two fingers to push last part of O-ring into groove. Step 4: Carefully close housing to firmly seat O-ring and open housing again to inspect that O-ring is completely seated into groove. - Page 64 To Remove O-ring: Step 1: Push O-ring along groove until it lifts. Step 2: Gently lift and remove O-ring from its groove.
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Page 65: How To Open And Close Waterproof Housing
HOW TO OPEN AND CLOSE WATERPROOF HOUSING Step 1: Push in locking tab to open latch. Step 2: Open latch all the way to lift and release latch from housing. - Page 66 Step 3: Open Housing as shown so inner camera does not fall out. Step 4: Close housing and push down on latch as shown to firmly seat latch into housing. Step 5: Push down latch until locking tab clicks into place.
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Page 67: Installing The Flash Link Optical Cable Adapter
Installing the Flash Link optical cable adapter The Flash Link adapter included with your camera connects the Flash Link optical cable to the DC800 camera housing. This adapter is only needed when using the SeaLife external flash accessory. Optical cables (item SL962)and external flash accessories (SL961, SL960D) are optional accessories sold... - Page 68 Step 3: Once the cable and adapter is firmly attached, run the cables along the bottom of the flash base and up the flash arm. The cables should be secured to the flash arm using the Velcro ties provided with your flash accessory. If using two Flash Links, attach other cable in second groove and follow ...
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Page 69: How To Set-Up The Waterproof Housing
Carefully inspect O-ring for damage and make sure O-ring is firmly seated in its groove. If O-ring is damaged and requires replacement, contact your local authorized SeaLife dealer. Clean the housing glass lens port using clean, dry cotton cloth. It is recommended to apply anti-fog solution to the inside surface of the housing lens port. - Page 70 O-ring must be absolutely clean of all hair, sand or other small particles. Do not allow any water droplets to get inside housing. This may cause the inside of the housing to fog. Close housing lid tightly. Make sure there are no obstructions that prevent the housing from closing.
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Page 71: Using And Cleaning The Underwater Housing And Camera
For tips on taking pictures, see “Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy” on page 71 or visit the SeaLife website www.sealife-cameras.com for an online guide to underwater photography. Underwater for about 30 seconds... - Page 72 After using housing underwater Before entering dive boat, hand the housing to someone on the boat. Make sure the sealed housing is placed in a fresh water tub available on most dive boats. This will clean the salt water from the housing and prevents the salt water from drying on the housing and O-ring.
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Page 73: Great Underwater Pictures Made Easy
60 feet (18 m), you should keep your shooting distance to within 6 feet (1.8m). Using the SeaLife Digital Pro Flash will reduce the “backscatter” effect. If you are not using the external flash accessory, Keep the camera’s onboard flash turned OFF. - Page 74 Water filters out light and red/yellow colors resulting in darker, blue images. The SeaLife DC800 Sea mode setting will correct for lost colors, but is only effective to a depth of about 50ft/15m, depending available sunlight and water visibility, The most effective way to compensate for lost colors is by using artificial light, like the SeaLife Digital Pro Flash.
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Page 75: Troubleshooting Guide
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Refer to the symptoms and solutions listed below before sending the camera for repairs. If the problem persists, contact your local SeaLife dealer for service. Symptom Cause The power does not The battery is not come on. inserted correctly. - Page 76 Symptom Although it is set to auto focus, it does not focus. The contents on the memory card cannot be played back. Files cannot be deleted. Even when the camera’s buttons are pressed, it does not operate. The date and time are wrong.
- Page 77 Minimize shooting distance to 6ft/2m while underwater Inspect and clean lens Use SeaLife Digital Pro Flash Accessory in low light conditions or deeper depths Set camera to Sea Mode and select the appropriate white balance setting...
- Page 78 Increase external flash accessory brightness by rotating brightness control knob counter-clockwise Auto focus engine can Select Landscape/infinity cause delays focus for fastest possible shutter response time. Please refer to online troubleshooting guide for updates at www.sealife-cameras.com...
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Page 79: Housing Specifications
HOUSING SPECIFICATIONS Underwater Housing: Depth: Individual depth tested to 200’ (60m) Controls: Control buttons for power, Shutter, Zoom, LCD, Menu, 4 navigation buttons, SET and Delete buttons O-ring: Silicone Lens port: Fully multi-coated optical glass lens port with snap-on ring to adapt accessory lenses. LCD: Optical grade polycarbonate window Tripod Mount:... - Page 80 SL18024 April 2008 9HT39-4006-00...
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