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Page 2: Introduction
Unauthorized copying of this manual in part or in full, except for private use, is prohibited. Unauthorized 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 improper use of this product. -
Page 3: For Safe Use
For safe use This instruction manual uses various pictographs for correct use of the product and to prevent danger to the user and other persons as well as property damage. These pictographs and their meanings are shown below. This indicates contents for which the possibility of human WARNING death or severe injury in case of handling under disregard of this indication can be assumed. -
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: Setting The Underwater Shooting Scene Mode
Setting the underwater shooting scene mode The FE-360/X-875/C-570 cameras incorporate several shooting scene modes for underwater shooting, including wide-angle and macro modes. Simply select the mode that’s most appropriate for the scene you are shooting. For details, see “5. Underwater Shooting According to the Scene Type”... -
Page 6: Handling The Product
6 The waterproof function is not effective when the O-ring is not installed correctly. When installing the O-ring, take care that it does not project from the groove and that it is not twisted. Also, when sealing the Case, close the lid after confirming that the O-ring has not come out of the groove. - Page 7 Any troubles in taking pictures or with the equipment resulting from the above actions shall be outside the guarantee. OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. shall in no way be responsible for accidents involving immersion of a digital camera in water. OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. shall not pay any compensation for accidents (injuries or material damage) at the time of use.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction................2 Please read the following items before use......2 For safe use................3 Batteries ................4 Setting the underwater shooting scene mode ....... 5 For Prevention of Water Leakage Accidents ......5 Handling the Product ............. 6 1. Preparations..............10 Check the contents of the package ........ - Page 9 Remove any sand, dirt, etc..........30 Install the O-ring ..............31 How to Apply Grease to the O-ring........31 Replace consumable parts ..........32 8. Appendix ................33 Q & A on the use of the PT-044 .......... 33 Specifications ..............34 EN 9...
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Page 10: Preparations
Check that all accessories are in the box. Contact your dealer if accessories are missing or damaged. Silicone grease Case body Silica gel Lens cap Hand strap O-ring remover (Check that the O-ring is installed.) PT-044 OLYMPUS distributor list Instruction manual (this manual) EN 10... -
Page 11: Names Of The Parts
Names of the parts 1 Palm grip d Loading guide rails q AFL button (*1)/arrow 2 Diffuser e LCD inner hood 3 Shutter button f O-ring (*1) During [UNDERWATER 4 POWER button g Tripod seat WIDE1] or [UNDERWATER 5 Front lid h Light shield hood MACRO] shooting mode, the i K button... -
Page 12: Install The Strap
Hand strap ring Hand strap CAUTION: Please install the strap correctly as shown above. OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP. shall bear no responsibility for damage etc. caused by dropping the Case because of incorrect installation of the strap. Master the basic operation Please master the basic operation of the Case before taking pictures. -
Page 13: How To Press The Shutter Button
CAUTION: • Do not exert excessive force onto the lens window or the lens ring. • Take care not to put your fingers etc. over the lens window and the flash diffuser. How to Press the Shutter Button When pressing the shutter button, press it gently to prevent camera shake. -
Page 14: How To Use The Power Button
How to Use the POWER Button POWER button Press the POWER button to turn the camera ON/OFF. CAUTION: To save battery power, the camera automatically goes into sleep mode and the monitor turns off if there is no operation when the camera is turned on. No picture is taken even if the shutter button is fully pressed in this mode. -
Page 15: Advance Check Of The Case
Do not feel that this is troublesome, but perform this test. • If a leak is detected in normal handling during testing, do not use the Case and contact Olympus. EN 15... -
Page 16: Install The Digital Camera
Prepare the camera Applicable Digital Cameras This product (PT-044) is designed exclusively for use with the FE-360/X- 875/C-570 digital camera. Turn on the digital camera To save battery power, the camera automatically goes into sleep mode and the monitor turns off if there is no operation when the camera is turned on. -
Page 17: Check The Camera's Operation
Check the camera’s operation Check if the camera functions normally as described in its instruction manual. After checking, press the camera’s POWER button to turn it OFF. Open the Case 1 Slide and hold the slide lock towards the arrow direction (1) and turn the open/close dial counter clockwise (2). -
Page 18: Load The Digital Camera
Load the digital camera 1 Confirm that the digital camera is OFF. 2 Gently insert the digital camera into the Case. CAUTION: If the digital camera is not inserted properly, it may not be possible to seal the case so that it is airtight. Alternatively, some controls may become inoperable. Note that imperfect sealing may result in water leakage. -
Page 19: Make Sure The Camera Is Loaded Properly
Make sure the camera is loaded properly Check the following points before sealing the Case. • Is the digital camera loaded properly? • Is silica gel inserted all the way at the specified location? • Is the O-ring attached properly to the opening on the Case? •... -
Page 20: Check The Operation Of The Loaded Camera
Check the operation of the loaded camera After sealing the Case, check that the camera functions normally. 1 Push the POWER button on the Case and confirm that the camera turns on/off. 2 Operate other control buttons on the Case and confirm that the camera functions properly. -
Page 21: Mounting And Removing The Lens Cap
Mounting and removing the lens cap Fit the lens cap onto the lens ring as shown in the figure. Be sure to remove the lens cap before shooting. Perform the final checks Visual Inspection After sealing the Case, check the sealing part of front and rear lid visually to confirm that the O-ring is not twisted or out of the groove and that no foreign matter has been caught. -
Page 22: Final Test (Water Leakage Test)
Final Test (Water Leakage Test) The final test after loading the camera is explained below. This is the only way to eliminate worry about possible entry of water! Always perform this test. It can be performed easily in a water tank or a bathtub. The required time is about five minutes. Simple water Explanatory Hints... -
Page 23: Taking Pictures Under Water
4. Taking Pictures Under Water How to use the hand strap Pass your hand through the hand strap provided and adjust the length with the stop button. Taking pictures Confirm the picture on the LCD monitor This Case uses the LCD monitor to confirm the picture. When you place a finger onto the lens window, the finger will appear in the photo. -
Page 24: Underwater Shooting According To The Scene Type
5. Underwater Shooting According to the Scene Type The camera incorporates the following shooting scene modes. Select the one best suited to the underwater scene you are shooting. Underwater shooting modes (Examples) kUNDERWATER WIDE1 Suitable for shooting a scene that extends across a wide range such as a school of fish swimming through the water. -
Page 25: How To Select The Shooting Scene
How to select the shooting scene Press the MENU button (1), and after selecting the “SCENE” on the LCD monitor using the arrow pads, press the up/down arrow pad (2) to OK button select [UNDERWATER WIDE1], Select the scene. [UNDERWATER WIDE2] or MENU button [UNDERWATER MACRO]. -
Page 26: Handling After Shooting
6. Handling After Shooting Wipe off any waterdrop After completing the shooting and returning to land, wipe off any waterdrop sticking to the Case. Use air or a soft cloth not leaving any fibers to thoroughly wipe any waterdrop etc. from the joint between the front and rear lid, the shutter button, the palm grips, and the open/close dial. -
Page 27: Take Out The Digital Camera
Take out the digital camera Open the Case carefully and take the digital camera out. CAUTION: • Always place the opened Case with the O-ring side facing up. If the Case is placed with the O-ring side facing down, dirt or other foreign matter may get on the O-ring or the O-ring contact surface and may cause water leakage during the next dive. -
Page 28: Wash The Case With Pure Water
Wash the Case with pure water After use, seal the Case again after taking out the camera and wash it sufficiently in pure water as soon as possible. After using in sea water, it is important to immerse it for a fixed time in pure water to remove any salt. CAUTION: •... -
Page 29: Maintaining The Waterproof Function
7. Maintaining the Waterproof Function Whenever you open the rear lid of the Case, always be sure to perform the O-ring maintenance operation as described below. Remove the O-ring Open the Case and remove the O-ring from the Case. Removal of the O-ring 1 Insert the O-ring remover between the O-ring and the O-ring groove. -
Page 30: Remove Any Sand, Dirt, Etc
Remove any sand, dirt, etc. After visually checking that dirt has been removed from the O-ring, checks for sand and other foreign matter adhered, damage and cracks can be done by squeezing the entire circumference of the O-ring lightly with your fingertips. -
Page 31: Install The O-Ring
Install the O-ring Confirm that no foreign matter is adhered, apply a thin coat of the grease provided to the O-ring, and fit the O-ring into the groove. At this point, confirm that the O-ring does not stick out from the groove. How to Apply Grease to the O-ring Make sure that your fingers and the Apply the exclusive... -
Page 32: Replace Consumable Parts
Replace the O-ring even before a year has passed if it shows signs of damage, crack or loss of elasticity. Note: Please use genuine Olympus silicone grease, silica gel and O-ring. These consumable parts can also be purchased at an Olympus service station. EN 32... -
Page 33: Appendix
What are the model names of the accessories for the PT-044? The following accessories are being sold. 1 O-ring for the PT-044 body (POL-041): This is a silicone rubber O- ring packing to be installed in the PT-044 body to make it waterproof. -
Page 34: Specifications
Specifications Compatible models Olympus digital camera FE-360/X-875/C-570 Pressure resistance Depth of up to 40 m Main materials Body: Transparent polycarbonate Open/close dial, shutter button: Red polycarbonate Lens window: FL glass Operation button shafts: Stainless steel Diameter of lens ring Ø46 mm Dimensions Width 139.5 mm x height 98.5 mm x thickness...
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