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Aquatica Digital AQUATICA A300 Instruction Manual

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Transporting your Aquatica A300
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FOREWORD
Thank you for having selected the Professional AQUATICA A300 Digital Camera Housing System for your
underwater photography.
The AQUATICA A300 Digital Housing is the result of a long and continuing relationship with the most demanding
underwater photographers in the world. Each housings is handcrafted, quality checked and pressure tested to 300 feet
by a small group of specially trained individuals, each of whom takes the utmost pride and satisfaction in offering the
best underwater camera housing in the world.
The Aquatica A300 Digital Housing was designed for optimum technical and optical performance and to provide
easy and efficient underwater access to all the functions and controls of the Canon Digital Rebel / 300D SLR.
This manual assumes that the User is already familiar with the Canon Digital Rebel / 300D camera. If not, please
read the instruction Manual before attempting to use the housing.
With basic care and maintenance, your AQUATICA D300 will give you a lifetime of enjoyment and satisfaction in
producing underwater images.
Please read this manual carefully before using your housing for the first time and note that: wherever cited the right
hand is your right when using the housing.
Instruction for the
AQUATICA A300 HOUSING

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Thank you for having selected the Professional AQUATICA A300 Digital Camera Housing System for your underwater photography. The AQUATICA A300 Digital Housing is the result of a long and continuing relationship with the most demanding underwater photographers in the world. Each housings is handcrafted, quality checked and pressure tested to 300 feet by a small group of specially trained individuals, each of whom takes the utmost pride and satisfaction in offering the best underwater camera housing in the world.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Improper transportation handling or use of this housing might cause a flooding or malfunction. Please read and follow the following precautions: • Store and transport the housing in a sturdy, shock proof container and avoid travelling with the camera mounted inside the housing as impact forces especially on the external push buttons will be transferred to the camera.
  • Page 3: Front View Of Aquatica A300

    3. MODE DIAL CONTROL KNOB 4. BULKHEAD FLASH CONNECTOR 5. BULKHEAD FLASH CONNECTOR (OPTIONAL) 6. FOCUS/ZOOM KNOB 7. STROBES ARM ATTACHMENTS (OPTIONAL) 8. GRIPS REAR VIEW OF THE AQUATICA A300 MOUNTING HOLES FOR ACCESSORY BRACKETS LATCHES VIEWFINDER TOP WINDOW AE/FE LOCK CONTROL KNOB...
  • Page 4: Features

    FEATURES The Aquatica A300 is the world's most technologically advanced underwater housing, ergonomically designed to place all the essential camera controls under your finger tips and features the following: - Large ergonomic and easy to operate controls for most of the manual and computerized camera functions.
  • Page 5: Controls In Detail

    CONTROLS IN DETAIL 1. SHUTTER RELEASE LEVER- pulling the shutter release lever back part way activates the camera meter and autofocus. Pulling the lever back all the way fires the camera. 2. MAIN DIAL KNOB: It rotates clockwise and counter clockwise. It can be use alone or in combination with other controls to select or set various camera functions or modes Refer to your camera manual.
  • Page 6: Preparation Of The Housing

    Macro Port Extension Rings: the Macro Port will accept the EF 50mm F: 2, 8 macro or Sigma 50 F: 2.8 macro. If you intend to use a longer lens such as the Canon EF 100mm F: 2.8 macro or the Sigma EX 105 F: 2.8 macro, you will require # 18453 extension ring.
  • Page 7: Preparation Of The Lens

    PREPARATION OF THE LENS Depending on the lens used, there are a number of gear options possible. Using the right gear (s) and correctly mounting them on the lens is very important for a smooth housing operation. Use the following chart to determine which gear(s) to use and follow the installation directions for each gear carefully.
  • Page 8: Camera Preparation And Installation

    CAMERA PREPARATION AND INSTALLATION Turn the camera Power switch to the ON position before closing the Housing. Set the Focus Mode Selector on the lens to the proper setting AF or MF if using a focus gear Important Note: Small “D” Clips and strap attachments that are used for the camera strap must be removed or moved out of the way before closing the housing.
  • Page 9: Changing The Lens

    The sealing surface on the Housing is clean and free of physical damage. The AQUATICA A300 Housing System features a bayonet mount. To mount the port or extension ring simply: Place the housing on its back on a soft steady surface.
  • Page 10: Mounting And Attaching Flashes

    Two 1/4"-20 threaded holes on top of the housing will accept an Aquatica bracket or Base Ball that can hold a small dive light or a strobe arm. The AQUATICA A300 Digital housing is fitted with a Standard Nikonos TTL or double TTL. •...
  • Page 11: Focus Mode

    Make sure to select the focus mode (manual or auto focus) on your camera prior to the dive. The location of the MF/AF selector on the lens prevent access trough the AQUATICA A300 Digital housing. AF: The camera will find, lock and hold focus as long as the shutter trigger is partially depressed.
  • Page 12: Care And Maintenance

    Of the Latches: The two latches of the AQUATICA A300 are designed to have a locking action to prevent accidental opening. Always ensure that the locking mechanism is secure. Watch for the build-up of corrosion or salt residue around the latches.
  • Page 13 AQUATICA or to an authorized AQUATICA service facility for this annual maintenance. Check the Web site www.aquatic.ca for the closest service center. An internal moisture alarm is available for your AQUATICA A300 housing (Product # 18796). This alarm is available through your authorized AQUATICA dealer and can be easily installed.