Sony NEX-5N User Manual

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10Bar Underwater Housing for Sony NEX-5N

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    10Bar Underwater Housing for Sony NEX-5N User Manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1.Introduction Made of sturdy 6061 aluminum, 10Bar housing for the Sony NEX-5N is the ideal choice for those who favor small cameras. Our housing is equipped with control buttons accessing all camera functions; full range of optional accessories like fiber optics cable connector for external flash, conversion lenses, ports for various Micro Four Thirds lenses.
  • Page 3: Function Controls

    3. Function Controls Buttons & Levers (1) Power On / Off (2) Playback (3) Movie (4) Soft Key A (5) Disp (6) Drive Mode (7) Soft Key C (8) Control Wheel Right Side (9) Exposure Compensation / Image Index (10) Soft Key B (11) Control Wheel (12) Key-Hole Lock (13) Housing Lid...
  • Page 4: Control Details

    Turn counter clockwise to turn off the flash. Make sure the Flash is turned OFF before removing the camera from the housing. • Please consult the Sony NEX-5N camera instruction manual for details of camera functions and settings accessed by each control button.
  • Page 5: Set Up Instructions

    4. Set up Instructions Special Note on Responsibility for Watertight Integrity Each housing is individually inspected and hydrostatically tested in the factory. However, the responsibility for ensuring the integrity of the watertight seal lies entirely with the user. 10Bar accepts no liability for damage to, or loss of any equipment used with, or placed inside the housing.
  • Page 6: Mounting The Camera In The Housing

    Mounting the Camera in the Housing. Before the camera can be mounted into the housing, two Gear Rings have to be installed on the 18-55mm lens as shown below. The gear rings enable the Focus Control and Zoom Control buttons on the housing to turn the focus and zoom rings on the lens when manual adjustments are required.
  • Page 7 NEX-5N Housing + Extension Ring M77 x 30 + PORT M 77 x 17 Replacing the Lid • Replace the lid and make sure the lever is perpendicular to the side wall of the housing. • Lock the lid by pressing down the lever and turn until the lever is parallel to the side wall of the housing. •...
  • Page 8: Use & Care Of Housing

    5. Use & Care of Housing Maintaining the O-rings The O-ring is the main seal in keeping sea water out of the housing. It is an effective barrier only if the O-ring is properly maintained. The O-ring should be inspected before every dive. The following information is provided for your guidance in using and maintaining the O-ring.
  • Page 9 Inspection, Cleaning and Re-installation of the O-rings Tools Soft cotton buds that are free of chemicals or contaminants such as loose fibers. • • Silicone grease supplied with the housing or other types of silicone grease specifically for use with underwater camera equipment can also be used.
  • Page 10: General Operations

    Pre Dive Function Check • Check O-ring is in the groove on the housing and the clear acrylic lid. • Check housing is closed properly. • Check battery and memory card status on the LCD display. • Check control knobs and zoom function. •...
  • Page 11: Service

    6. Service To ensure the continued performance of your housing, it should be sent in to us for servicing annually, or after every 200 dives, whichever is earlier. A full service will include: • Inspect all components for wear or damage and report if repair is necessary. •...
  • Page 12: Warranty

    7. Warranty The warranty is valid for two years from the date of purchase. The warranty applies only to the housing itself. 10Bar does not accept any liability either implicit or otherwise for any equipment housed inside, or used together with the housing. In the event of the housing flooded within the warranty period, 10Bar will repair or replace the housing.

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