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Underwater Housing for Panasonic Lumix DC-
ZS70, ZS80, TZ90, TZ95
Product # 6170.70
Product Registration
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registration database is the quickest way for us to contact you in the
event of a product update.
To register, send a photo of the above registration label to us via
ikelite@ikelite.com along with your name, address, and phone
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Page 1: Product Registration
To register, send a photo of the above registration label to us via ikelite@ikelite.com along with your name, address, and phone number. -
Page 2: Introduction
1962. We are available if you have any questions or want photo advice. Send us an email 24 hours a day to ikelite@ikelite.com. We strive to reply within 1 business day. An electronic version of this instruction manual is available for download via the product page on our website: https://www.ikelite.com... -
Page 3: Important Notices
Important Notices This housing ships pre-configured for Panasonic Lumix DC- » ZS80 and DC-TZ95 cameras. Some adjustment is required for use with Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 and DC-TZ95 cameras. Do not pull the shutter trigger without a camera installed. You » may accidentally detach or damage the control spring. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Product Registration Introduction In the Box Important Notices Getting to Know Your Housing Tray Mounts Lanyard Mount Accessory Port Trigger Extension Setting Up Your Camera Pre-Installation Checklist Camera Settings Exposure Settings Adjusting Your Housing for ZS70, TZ90 Control Requiring Adjustment Adjusting the Control Re-Adjusting the Control for ZS80, TZ95 Setting Up Your Housing... - Page 5 Maintaining Your Housing Post-Dive Lens Port Storage Servicing Recommendations Lubricating Controls Lubricating Push Buttons Troubleshooting Spare Parts Limited Warranty Service and Repairs Contact Us...
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Page 6: Getting To Know Your Housing
Getting to Know Your Housing Mode dial Zoom Motion picture Lens port Shutter Control ring Tray mounts Lid snap Accessory port Fiber optic ports... - Page 7 Control dial DISP Lanyard O-ring Lid hook 4K photo Playback Func / Set Up / Exposure compensation Left / Macro Right / Flash Down / Drive mode DISP Display Delete...
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Page 8: Tray Mounts
Visit ikelite.com for an updated list of compatible products. Do not remove or loosen the accessory port plug unless you »... -
Page 9: Trigger Extension
“Off” when using an external strobe. • AF Assist Lamp to “Off” when using an external strobe. Exposure Settings Cheat Sheets Refer to the in the Photo School section of our website for recommendations on exposure settings for a wide variety of shooting situations: https://www.ikelite.com/blogs/cheat-sheets... -
Page 10: Adjusting Your Housing For Zs70, Tz90
Adjusting Your Housing for ZS70, TZ90 This housing is pre-configured for operation with Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS80, TZ95 cameras. If you are using one of the following cameras you will need to make adjustments to several controls prior to use: • Panasonic Lumix DC-ZS70 •... -
Page 11: Re-Adjusting The Control For Zs80, Tz95
4. Re-attach the knob using the hex key. 5. Install your camera and check all controls. On the surface you may need to apply pressure to the control while rotating for proper operation. 6. Store the extra washer with your spare parts. Re-Adjusting the Control for ZS80, TZ95 This procedure is reversible. -
Page 12: Installing The Camera
Installing the Camera 1. Remove any lanyard or neck strap which may be attached to the camera. 2. Remove the camera mount plate from the housing. 3. Pull the bottom of the rear LCD screen away from the camera body slightly. A thin wall on the top of the mounting plate will rest between the camera body and the LCD screen for proper alignment. -
Page 13: Closing The Housing
Closing the Housing 1. Make sure the o-ring is clean and in its proper location on the back of the housing. The rear housing o-ring does not require lubricant to make a seal. 2. Place the back onto the housing front. 3. -
Page 14: Attaching A Fiber Optic Cord
• Ikelite Fiber Optic Cord # 4501 • INON Optical D Cable “Non-wireless type” L-Connector • SEA&SEA Fiber Optic Cable (L-type) # 50107 • SEA&SEA Fiber Optic Cable II # 50128 • Olympus UW Fiber Optic Cable # PTCB-E02 •... -
Page 15: Getting In The Water
Getting in the Water Final Check 1. Re-check the rear o-ring seal. The seal should form an even, solid line visible through the back of the housing. 2. Turn on the camera and check all control functions. 3. Make sure the camera can take a photo. 4. -
Page 16: Shooting Underwater
Learning about Underwater Photography Visit the Photo School section of ikelite.com for a wide range of information on shooting underwater including: • Product Tutorials Videos •... -
Page 17: Maintaining Your Housing
• Feature Articles and more! Maintaining Your Housing Post-Dive 1. Rinse the housing in fresh water. Rotate the housing controls and press each button several times while submerged in fresh water to flush out any salt or debris to ensure smooth operation on future dives. -
Page 18: Storage
Servicing Recommendations It is recommended that the housing be sent to Ikelite or an authorized service center annually for routine service and maintenance. Service may be required more or less frequently depending on care and use. -
Page 19: Lubricating Controls
Remove controls for lubrication only if they continue to stick after applying a small amount of lubricant to the exposed portion of the shafts and working them many times. Use only Ikelite lubricant. Other types of lubricant may cause » swelling of o-rings or cracking of plastic components. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
After a few minutes, operate the push button. If this does not correct the problem, return the housing to Ikelite for maintenance. To prevent build-up of salt, sand, or debris, the push buttons »... - Page 21 • Adjust lighting power. Photos are under-exposed (too dark) • Adjust aperture (larger), shutter speed (slower), or ISO (higher) setting. • Move light(s) closer to your subject and make sure they are pointed in the right direction. • Adjust exposure compensation in the camera. •...
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Page 22: Spare Parts
This Ikelite product is warranted against any manufacturing defects for a period of two (2) years from the original date of purchase. Defective products should be returned to Ikelite postage paid. Ikelite will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace such products, and will return to customer postage paid. -
Page 23: Service And Repairs
Service and Repairs Ikelite is most interested in performing any service to ensure that all products perform as intended. No prior authorization is required. You may return directly to us or through your dealer. Please include a brief description of the problem, any relevant email correspondence, and/or description of the service request.