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- Page 1 PFL-E01 エレクトロニックフラッシュ FL-36 用 防水プロテクタ Electronic Flash Waterproof Case for the FL-36 Caisson étanche de flash électronique pour le FL-36 Unterwassergehäuse für das elektronische Blitzgerät FL-36 Carcasa submarina de flash electrónico para el FL-36 ©2005 OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. Printed in Japan...
- Page 2 Instruction Manual Electronic Flash Waterproof Case PFL-E01 For the FL-36...
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Page 3: Disclaimer
●Unauthorised copying of this manual in part or in full, except for private use, is prohibited. Unauthorised reproduction is strictly prohibited. ●OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. shall not be responsible in any way for lost profits or any claims by third parties in case of any damage occurring from incorrect use of this product. -
Page 4: Batteries
1. Do not disassemble or modify this product. This may cause water leakage or trouble. In case of disassembly or modification by persons other than those appointed by OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP., the guarantee shall not apply. 2. Do not place this product at locations with abnormally high or abnormally low temperatures or at locations with extreme temperature changes. -
Page 5: For Prevention Of Water Leakage Accidents
For Prevention of Water Leakage Accidents If water gets inside this product during use, irreparable damage may be caused to the electronic flash inside the case. Please note the following points. 1. When sealing this product, make sure that no hairs, fibers, sand particles or other foreign matter stick not only to the O-ring, but also to the contact surface. -
Page 6: Handling The Product
Handling the Product ●Use or storage of the product at the following locations may cause defective operation, defects, trouble, damage, fire, internal clouding, or water leakage. Always avoid these locations. ・Places where high temperatures exist, such as in direct sunlight, in a closed vehicle, etc., and/or where extreme differences in temperatures exist. ・Places where there is a lot of dust. ・Places where there are open fires. ・Places subject to vibrations. ・Places where volatile chemicals are stored or used. ・Water deeper than 60 meters. ●This product is made of polycarbonate resin with excellent impact resistance, but it may be damaged by scraping against rocks etc. It also may break when it hits hard objects or is dropped. ●This product is not intended as a case to protect the internal flash from heavy knocks. If the case is subjected to a heavy knock or significant pressure, the flash inside may be severely damaged. ●When this product is not used for a long time, the O-rings may deteriorate, diminishing its waterproof properties. Therefore, please use the case only after first performing the first and final system checks described in this instruction manual. ●Do not apply excessive force to the arm mount and underwater TTL cable connector. ●The range of the flash underwater may be lower than on land depending on the conditions ... -
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Disclaimer ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Please read the following before using the product ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ For safe use ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Batteries ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ For Prevention of Water Leakage Accidents ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Handling the product ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Contents E-5-6 ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 1. Preparations ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Check the contents of the package. ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・... - Page 8 Remove any sand, dirt, etc. E-21 ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Install the O-ring E-22 ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ How to Apply Grease to the O-ring E-22 ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Replace consumable products. E-22 ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 7. Appendix E-23 ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Q&A on the use of the PFL-E01 E-23 ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ Specifications E-26 ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・...
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Page 9: Preparations Check The Contents Of The Package
Contact your dealer if accessories should be missing or damaged. Hot shoe cable Diffuser plate O-ring Silicone grease Silica gel Case body TTL connector Arm mount screw Pick for O-ring removal Underwater TTL cable Instruction manual (this manual) PFL-E01 エレクトロニックフラッシュ FL-36 用 防水プロテクタ Authorized distributors list/ Authorized service centres list... -
Page 10: Names Of The Parts
Names of the parts Select dial Silica gel Buckle hook Pick for O-ring removal Buckle lock/unlock lever O-ring (POL-E201) Light emitting window MODE button Arm mount ZOOM button Diffuser LIGHT button Underwater TTL cable connector Power button Hot shoe Arm mount screw Underwater TTL cable connector cap Front lid Grease for O-rings (White-cap tube） Rear lid Note：The case parts marked with an asterisk (*) correspond to functions on the electronic flash. Consequently, operation of these parts activates the corresponding functions in the flash. -
Page 11: Preparing The Case
Preparing the case Before shooting, prepare the case as described below. Attaching/detaching the diffuser The Case is provided with a diffuser to reduce the intensity of the light emitted by the flash. You can use the diffuser to reduce the amount of flash light directed at the subject, to minimize shadows produced by the illuminated subject, or reduce the light intensity of the flashlight. - Page 12 Check the orientation of the cable's 5-pin plug and insert it into the TTL connector's 5- pin jack on the Case. To facilitate insertion, align the marking on the cable's connector with the marking on the Case's TTL cable connector. Turn the connector lock dial on the Case all the way to lock the connection firmly.
- Page 13 2)Connecting the hot shoe cable Connect the hot shoe cable, provided with this case, between the TTL cable connector on the inner side of the camera case and the hot shoe of the camera. Pay attention to the following points: Before inserting the camera into the camera case, loosen and remove the cap on the TTL cable connector inside the camera case;...
- Page 14 3) Mounting on an arm The Case can be mounted on an arm as described below. The Case can also be mounted on a commercially available arm with a width of 12 mm. Insert the arm into the arm mount and turn the provided arm mount knob all the way to clamp the arm.
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Page 15: Advance Check Of The Case
• If the advance test should show water leakage with normal handling, stop using the Case and contact your dealer or an Olympus service station (listed on the rear page of this instruction manual). -
Page 16: Inserting The Electronic Flash
Insert two of any of the following types of batteries: LR6 alkali batteries, lithium batteries, nickel-manganese batteries, MH batteries, Ni-Cd batteries (KR-15/51) or Oxyride batteries (XR6Y) as shown in the illustration. The CR-V3 lithium battery pack (Olympus product LB-01) can also be loaded. -
Page 17: Open The Case
Open the Case. Insert a finger below each buckle lock/unlock lever as shown in the illustration. Pinch the buckle hook and pull it up slowly. Mounting the electronic flash Mount the FL-36 flash on the Case's hot shoe as shown in the illustrations. Slide the electronic flash all the way into the hot shoe. -
Page 18: Check The Loading Status
Check the loading status. Always perform the following final checks before sealing the Case. ･ Is the electronic flash attached firmly to the hot shoe of the Case? ･ Is the silica gel inserted all the way at the specified position? ･... -
Page 19: Final Test
Final Test After the electronic flash has been inserted in the case, you should perform the final system check. This covers all tests that you must carry out to make sure that no water can enter the case. The tests are easy to do and only take about 5 minutes. -
Page 20: Taking Photos Underwater
4. Taking photos underwater Setting the flash mode This case enables underwater TTL AUTO shooting. CAUTION ：• When this Case is used, the AUTO shooting mode of the electronic flash cannot be used. Even if the mode button of the flash is set to AUTO, it will emit light at the maximum intensity. -
Page 21: Handling After Shooting Wipe Off Any Waterdrop
5. Handling After Shooting Wipe off any waterdrop. After underwater shooting, remove any drops of water from the case. Use pressurized air or a soft, lint-free cloth to carefully wipe away any moisture from the hinge between the front and rear lids, the TTL cable connector and the buckles. -
Page 22: Cleaning The Case With Pure Water
Cleaning the case with pure water After using this case, remove the flash, then seal it again with the TTL cable still connected, and rinse it with pure water as soon as possible. After use in salt water, the case should be immersed for an extended period of time in a bowl of pure water to remove any salt water or salt residues. -
Page 23: Maintaining The Waterproof Function
6. Maintaining the Waterproof Function Remove the O-ring. Open the Case and remove the O-ring from the Case. Removal of the O-ring Insert the O-ring removal pick between the O-ring and the wall of the O-ring groove. Move the tip of the inserted pick under the O-ring. (Take care not to damage the O-ring groove with the tip of the pick.) Hold the O-ring with your fingertips after it has come out of the groove and remove it from the Case. -
Page 24: Install The O-Ring
Replace the O-ring even before a year has passed if it shows signs of damage, cracking or loss of elasticity. Note： Please use original Olympus products for the silicone O-ring grease, the silica gel, and the O-ring. These consumable products also can be purchased at an Olympus service station. -
Page 25: Appendix
(3) Confirm that the O-ring and the O-ring contact surface are free of dirt, hairs, and other foreign matter. (4) Insert the silica gel for defogging. Please use silica gel specified for the Olympus Case. (5) Confirm that the TTL cable and hot shoe cable are connected properly. - Page 26 (6) If you notice while diving that water has entered the case, stop the dive immediately and perform water leak test to check for water penetration. If any water has reached the electronic flash, do not use it, dry it immediately and contact your dealer or Olympus. Ｑ５ ： How to handle the case after use? Ａ５...
- Page 27 O-ring will be damaged or that its deterioration will be accelerated. (2) Use the original Olympus silicone O-ring grease (white cap). The grease attached to Cases up to PT-008 (red cap) and the grease of other companies are not suitable for this silicone O-ring, and use of such grease may cause deterioration of the surface and impairment of the waterproof function.
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Page 28: Specifications
Ｑ １ ２ ：What are the model numbers of the PFL-E01 accessories? Ａ １ ２ ：The following accessories are being sold. (1) O-ring for the PFL-E01 body (POL-E201): This is a silicone rubber O-ring packing to be installed in the PFL-E01 body to make it waterproof. O-rings for other Case models cannot be used. (2) Silicone O-ring grease (PSOLG-1): This is a special grease for silicone O-ring maintenance. (3) Silica gel (SILCA-5): This is a desiccant used to prevent fogging of the glass parts of the Case. The quantity is five bags. - Page 29 Our phone customer support is available from 8 am to 10 pm (Monday to Friday) ET E-Mail: distec@olympus.com Olympus software updates can be obtained at: http://www.olympus.com/digital/ Premises : Wendenstrasse 14-18, 20097 Hamburg, Germany Tel: +49 40-23 77 3-0 Fax: +49 40-23 07 61...
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