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Connect the strobe sync cord to housing's bulk head sync port. On the
side of the housing port notice a simple alignment indicator [dot] The 5
pin cord contains a small channel [groove] between two of the female pins
of the cord. You must insert the cord into the port so the groove is aligned
with the indicator of the housing. This assures proper alignment. Hold
firmly in place while fastening locking screw. Tighten the collar to secure
the cord in place.
The O-ring on the end of the sync cord should be inspected, cleaned
and lubricated in the same way the port O-ring was treated.
Using different arms and tray systems can be accommodated by attaching
to the shoes on the top of the FD-50N's handles, or by attaching to the
base tray tripod ount mount. An adapter may be needed to physically
mount the arms to the housing handles.
Care & Maintenance:
Before a dive:
Protect the FD-50N from sun and heat. This will reduce the possibility
of fogging due to condensation of the warm, moist air inside the housing
when immersed in the colder water. It also reduces the possibility of sun
damage to the polycarbonate. An insulated camera bag is a good means
of protection from overheating.
Protect the FD-50N from accidental impact damage. Secure the housing
and camera in a safe location on the boat or in any vehicle, so it does not
bounce around or bump into other cameras and housings. The insulated
bag mentioned above should be padded for this reason. Do not leave the
camera and housing in a camera rinse tank or bucket on the boat in route
to the dive site. Rough conditions can cause impact damage and photo
gear can often get tangled if too many systems are together in the tank.
Inspection of all user serviceable gaskets and O-rings should be a routine
pre-dive check. Required maintenance for the main gasket involves
cleaning only (if there is no damage requiring replacement). O-rings may
require lubrication. Use the silicone grease supplied with the housing.
Use only enough grease to lightly cover the O-ring to reduce friction as
it is put into its place and the seal is made. Over-lubrication should be
avoided and can result in debris accumulating on the O-ring, and
compromise the seal.
It is highly recommended that the housing be immersed in the rinse tank
or in shallow water before every dive and all its controls operated to
visually confirm that it is watertight before descending to depth.
After a dive:
Rinse the housing with a strong stream of fresh water. Let it soak for
about 20 minutes to allow the water to dissolve any salt residues under
the controls or in tight spaces.
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