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- Page 1 Instruction Manual Video Camera Housing for SONY® HDR-HC5/HC7 Before operating the unit, please read this manual carefully. Keep it for future reference. www.amphibico.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Water Entry ................11 Housing Camera & Operations........... 12-15 Power ON /OFF ..............12 Changing MODE..............12 Mode settings................ 13 Zooming ................14 Focusing................14 Maintenance..................16 Servicing of O-rings ................ 17 Optional Accessories..............18 General Shooting Tips..............19 Warranty..................20 www.amphibico.com... -
Page 4: Features
Now equipped with a 3.5" rear LCD monitor, everyone can shoot High Definition images and take superior digital stills underwater!! Good ergonomics and electronic controls with superb optics is what the Dive Buddy EVO HD offers you in a small compact housing. -
Page 5: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Dive Buddy EVO HD Marine Housing for the Sony® HDR-HC5/HC7 - Marine Grade Aluminum Construction - Fully anodized with a hard coat of polyurethane paint - Ail hardware is marine grade brass and stainless steel - Optics: Marine bayonet mounted lens system. -
Page 6: Housing Features And Controls
HOUSING FEATURES & CONTROLS 1. Bayonet mounted lens 2. Incorporated T-Brackets 3. Carry handle dove tail 4. Right electronic grip 5. Right grip support 6. Amphibico's hydrophone 7. Color correction flip filter lever 8. Accessory port www.amphibico.com... -
Page 7: Housing Features And Controls
HOUSING FEATURES & CONTROLS 9. Viewfinder 10. Left grip 11. Status/Wet Alarm LED 12. Right electronic grip 13. Right grip support 14. Safety latch 15. Accessory port www.amphibico.com... -
Page 8: Unpacking Your Housing
If damage has occurred, please contact the shipping company immediately. Every Amphibico Housing is pressure tested prior to shipping. However, damage may have occurred during shipping. It is strongly recommended to test dive the housing once without camcorder installed to insure the housing is water tight. -
Page 9: Preparing The Camera & Housing
Tighten the mounting screw into the rear tripod receptacle of the camera. You can use a coin to tighten the thumbscrew if you find it difficult with your fingers. Sit the assembly on a flat surface. www.amphibico.com... -
Page 10: Placing The Camera
Nickel metal hydride batteries (Ni-MH), on the other hand, will produce up to 150 minutes. The "LOW BATT" indicator starts to flash red once the batteries have reached their operating limit. A steady red color indicates that the batteries need to be replaced. wvwv.amphibico.com... -
Page 11: Rear Lcd Monitor
Once the camera is completely in and the saddle is locked, engage the latch by turning it clockwise. 3. Make sure the o-rings are well placed before locking the latch. Turn the latch until a positive click is felt. www.amphibico.com... -
Page 12: Replacing The Bayonet Lens
Installing Accessories All Amphibico housings are provided with brackets where optional accessories can be mounted. On the Dive Buddy EVO HD housing, these brackets have been machined directly on the body. In fact, two T-brackets are incorporated to it. A third one, which is basically done to accommodate the carry handle, is located on top of the body. -
Page 13: Water Entry
Always have the housing handed to you or lowered down once you are in the water. 3. Point the lens of the housing upwards and shake bubbles. also necessary to gently wipe the lens with your finger to remove bubbles. www.amphibico.com... -
Page 14: Housing Camera & Operations
HOUSING CAMERA & OPERATIONS At this point, you should be underwater going down chasing your subject and looking for the best video shot. The Dive Buddy EVO HD housing offers a large range of functions like Zoom, record / standby, photo &... -
Page 15: Mode Settings
Once again, use the Mode button to switch from Photo mode to VTR mode. At this mode, both indicator lights (CAM. & PHOTO) will turn on steady green. In Playback mode, the grip buttons will be used for the following functions: ^ : Rewind ►►: Fast-Forward MODE :Stop ► :Play Trigger Button: Pause www.amphibico.com... -
Page 16: Zooming
Position the main subject in the middle of the viewfinder. b) Press on the FOCUS button to lock the focus on the main subject. c) Move the main subject to a desired location within the viewfinder. www.amphibico.com... - Page 17 This page is purposely left blank...
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Page 19: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE WARNING: DO NOT leave the housing exposed to direct sunshine, as extreme heat condition can be detrimental to certain of its components. 1. Keep housing and o-rings away from direct sunlight. Always store unit when possible away from direct sunlight as this can dry out and crack o-rings in the housing. Ultraviolet rays can damage plastics, paint and o-rings. - Page 20 www.amphibico.com...
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Page 21: Servicing Of O-Rings
Do not over grease it - use just enough grease so that the o-ring will pull smoothly through your fingers. Excessive amounts will only attract dirt to the o-ring. Replace o-rings in their proper position on the lens assembly and on the main door seal. www.amphibico.com... -
Page 22: Optional Accessories
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Optional Accessories Extra large carry case Aluminum carry handle Optics - Bayonet mounted Flat Port - Bayonet mounted .55x lens (as supplied) - +1, +2, +4 Diopters Light - 10 Watt Arc Light "HID Technology" with mounting arm Filters - UR PRO Blue Water 3"X 4"... -
Page 23: General Shooting Tips
8. In low light situations, add light with optional Amphibico video lights for brighter and more vibrant colors. As light level falls so does color saturation. Lights will also provide necessary fill during daylight shooting. -
Page 24: Warranty
Repair or replacement is provided in the event that investigation and factory inspection by Amphibico Inc. discloses that such a defect has developed under normal and proper use. No warranty is granted concerning components, accessories, or devices not manufactured by Amphibico Inc. - Page 25 www.amphibico.com...
- Page 26 NOTES www.amphibico.com...
- Page 27 459, Deslauriers, Montreal, Quebec H4N 1W2 (Canada) Ph: 514.333.8666 Fax: 514.333.1339 E-mail: info@amphibico.com www.amphibico.com 049-6214-001 REV. 01...
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