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Gates Pro Action Setup, Use And Care Manual

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Pro Action –
Nikonos RS Adapter Kit

Setup, Use, and Care Guide ADDENDUM

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  • Page 1: Setup, Use, And Care Guide Addendum

    Introduction Page 1 Pro Action – Nikonos RS Adapter Kit Setup, Use, and Care Guide ADDENDUM...
  • Page 2 Introduction Page 2 Copyright 2017, Gates Underwater Products, Inc. This manual and current revision is available in 8.5 x 11 size and full color at http://www.gateshousings.com/documentation.html Gates Underwater Products, Inc. 13685 Stowe Drive Poway, California 92064 USA Phone: 800.875.1052 toll-free in the U.S.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Page 3 Table of Contents Setup, Use, and Care Guide ADDENDUM ....... 1 Introduction ............... 4 Warranty Disclaimer ............4 Unpacking the Nikonos RS Kit .......... 4 Setup ................5 Nikonos RS Mount Adapter ..........5 Camera Installation ............6 Mate Focus / Iris Gears ............

  • Page 4: 1: Introduction

    The Nikonos RS Kit allows you to utilize Nikonos RS lenses with Pro Action. Warranty Disclaimer The Nikonos RS Kit is an accessory item for Pro Action. It is a tool that, like any tool, requires knowledge and understanding to be effective.

  • Page 5: 2: Setup

    Setup Page 5 2: Setup These instructions are an addendum to the setup section in the Pro Action Setup, Use and Care Guide. Familiarity with the basic setup of Pro Action is a prerequisite for these instructions. Nikonos RS Mount Adapter First, Remove the Iris Gear and Focus Gears as shown in the image.

  • Page 6: Camera Installation

    This measure will allow fine adjustment to alignment later. Install the camera to Pro Action housing and make all connections as outlined in the Pro Action SU&C Guide. Secure the RED Camera to Pro Action with two mounting screws.

  • Page 7: Mate Focus / Iris Gears

    Secure the focus / iris gears by tightening the screws with the 3/32 ball driver. Step 2. Secure by tightening the pivot screw with 3/32 ball driver included with the Pro Action tool kit. Step 1. Pivot the focus / iris gears to mate with the Nikonos RS mount...

  • Page 8: Install Port Cover

    Install Port Cover Remove the protective body cap from the Nikonos RS mount. Carefully Position the Port Cover onto Pro Action as shown. Mate the Port Cover with the Nikonos RS mount. Once mated, secure the four corner screws securely.

  • Page 9: Camera / Port Cover Alignment

    Setup Page 9 Camera / Port Cover Alignment Visually Check the Nikonos RS Mount and Port Cover mate. The Nikonos RS color) – should be ~ 0.5 to 1mm Mount flange ( the innermost ring shown in (0.02 to 0.04 in) forward of the next step on the Bulkhead Cover (shown in BLACK color).
  • Page 10 Setup Page 10 Test the Lens Release Mechanism. Move the release button to the position shown and press. You should see two pins on the Nikonos RS Mount flange retract. BE SURE the pins retract below the level of the flange. This is required for full disengagement of the lens.

  • Page 11: Secure Camera

    Setup Page 11 Secure Camera After verifying alignment and operation, now go back and tighten the camera securely to the housing Firmly tighten the mount screws to secure the RED Camera to Pro Action.

  • Page 12: Lens Mounting

    Setup Page 12 Lens Mounting Lubricate the Nikonos RS Lens O-Ring. This o-ring is ORANGE, so DO NOT use silicone lubricant. Instead, use either a) Nikonos o-ring lubricant, if available, or a non-silicone lubricant such at Super Lube. Bayont mount a lens. Shown in the photo is the Nikonos RS 13mm lens. Look closely at the lens base to ensure an orange silicone o-ring is present.

  • Page 13: Post Dive Procedures

    Setup Page 13 Continue housing setup. From this point the remaining setup of Pro Action is found in the Pro Action Setup, Use and Care Guide. Post Dive Procedures. Blow off excess water. Using compressed air and / or a dry cloth, clean water away from the mate between Nikonos RS lens and Bulkhead Cover.

  • Page 14: 3: Customer Support

    Customer Support Page 14 3: Customer Support Should you have any questions about this Nikonos RS Adapter Kit, please contact Gates at the numbers below. Email: Customer.srvc@GatesHousings.com Web: www.GatesHousings.com Phone: 858.391.0052 Fax: 858.391.0053...

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