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6. Turn the camera on and check that the
extended camera lens does not catch or
bend the black rubber seat on the inside of
the lens port. It is vital that this rubber seat
does not disturb the lens (image #13).
7. Test housing control buttons to make sure
that the camera was properly installed
inside the housing and that nothing
interferes with normal operation of the
camera. It is recommended to take a few
images once the camera has been installed
inside the housing and prior to the dive in
order to ensure proper operation.
8. If making use of the internal camera flash, install the removable
flash diffuser on the housing and attach the flash diffuser quick release secure string in order to
avoid losing it underwater.
9. Prior to diving with the housing, submerge it in a shallow tub of water or rinse tank. Carefully look at
the housing to make sure no bubbles are escaping from it and that no water is entering.
REMOVING THE CAMERA FROM THE HOUSING
1. After use, thoroughly rinse the housing fresh water. Prior to opening the housing, make sure
both your hands and the housing are clean and dry. It is recommended to have a clean, dry and
soft towel handy in order to dry your hands and the water drops on the housing.
2. When opening the housing, it is important to hold it so the lens port is facing down. This will
prevent the camera from slipping out of the housing while being opened.
3. Open the housing as described in the section "Opening the Housing" and carefully remove the
camera from the housing. Take sufficient care that no water drips from your hair and body onto
the housing and camera.
USING THE CAMERA BUILT-IN FLASH
1. The Canon G7 X Mark III camera has a built-in flash capable of illuminating nearby underwater
subjects. For stronger lighting, illuminating subjects that are farther away, avoiding backscatter,
eliminating shadowing effects and photographing in deep water, an accessory slave flash is
recommended. For further information, please refer to the section "External Flashes".
2. In order to make use of the built-in camera flash, remove the Fiber Optic Cable Plate from the
housing. Insert your fingers beneath the adaptors installed inside the plate and push the plate
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