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  • Page 1: Setup, Use, And Care Guide

    AX100 Underwater Housing Setup, Use, and Care Guide...
  • Page 2 Introducing the AX100 Page 2 Copyright 2014, Gates Underwater Products, Inc. Last document revision: June 2014 This manual and current revision is available in 8.5 x 11 size and full color at http://www.gateshousings.com/documentation.html Gates Underwater Products, Inc. 13685 Stowe Drive Poway, California 92064 USA Phone: 800.875.1052 toll-free in the U.S.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Changing Ports ..............25  Cleaning Ports and Filters ..........26  Diopters ................27  Buoyancy and Trim ............27  Tips for Shooting Video with the AX100 ......29  Housing Care and Maintenance ........29  O-Ring Care and Maintenance ........29  5: ...

  • Page 4: 1: Introducing The Ax100

    Sony AX100 and CX900 digital video cameras. Please read through this entire guide to learn about the housing so you can get the most out of this imaging tool. In this section, we’ll introduce you to the features of the AX100 so you can get started.

  • Page 5: Unpacking The Ax100

    Page 5 Unpacking the AX100 After you remove the AX100 from its shipping container, carefully inspect it for missing parts or damage that may have occurred during shipment. If you discover any discrepancies, contact Gates or your dealer immediately for assistance.

  • Page 6: 2: Cautions

     USER RESPONSIBILITY. This Setup, Use and Care guide contains important detailed procedures for setup and use of the AX100. It is the user’s responsibility to read, understand and employ these procedures. Failure to do so can result in poor or non-operation of the AX100 and may void your warranty.

  • Page 7: 3: The Ax100 Setup

    3: The AX100 Setup Handle Installation If the handles are not already installed on the AX100 Housing, perform this step first. Secure the handle arms to the housing using the 10-32 x 0.5”L socket cap screws. Tighten with the supplied 5/32 hex tool.

  • Page 8: Ax100 Housing Preparation

    Page 8 AX100 Housing Preparation Open the AX100 shell. Two stainless steel safety latches secure the housing halves. They have a positive locking feature, so to open them you must first depress the center bar release while lifting the rear lever.

  • Page 9: Camera Preparation

    The AX100 Setup Page 9 Camera Preparation Your Sony camera will need some preparation before installing into the housing. Remove any lens caps or external lenses you may have added to the front of the camera. Install a charged battery and SD Cards.

  • Page 10: Installing The Camera Into The Housing

    The AX100 Setup Page 10 Installing the Camera into the Housing Pull out Focus and Custom controls. The Focus and Custom control need only be retracted ~ 1in / 2.5cm. Carefully slide camera onto dovetail until it stops. Secure the camera by rotating the cam lock clockwise.
  • Page 11 The AX100 Setup Page 11 Slide camera onto dovetail until it stops. Rotate Cam Lock clockwise to secure. Open the camera LCD Slide in Focus and and gently press it into Custom controls. the holder on the housing.

  • Page 12: Closing The Housing

    CAUTION: The safety latches must be closed and locked prior to use to avoid opening underwater. It is your responsibility to make sure the latches are secure, locked, and in good condition. DO NOT enter the water with a faulty latch. Gates will replace a damaged or faulty latch free of charge.
  • Page 13 The AX100 Setup Page 13 Install back housing half Carefully inspect the parting line between front and rear housing. If this line is not even all the way around, remove the back and determine the reason. (O-ring out of place, hand strap interference, etc.) Failure To Do This May Result In A Wet Camera! Power up the camera.

  • Page 14: Water Alarm (Optional)

    The AX100 Setup Page 14 Water Alarm (Optional) If you have the optional water alarm installed there are three alarm conditions to know: Condition Siren New Battery Bright Intense blink while Ascending tones played 4 times (Insertion) siren plays Water Intrusion Bright Intense Blink Warble sound.

  • Page 15: Seal Check (Optional)

    Seal Check Manual. Follow the procedures in the Seal Check manual for verifying integrity of the housing and monitor.  NOTE. Pulling a vacuum on the AX100 will take only a few seconds. Be careful to avoid excessive vacuum greater than 8 in Hg. Seal Check Fitting on AX100 Housing.

  • Page 16: Carry Handle (Optional)

    The AX100 Setup Page 16 Carry Handle (Optional) Position the Carry Handle on the top dovetail, then secure by finger tightening the thumbscrew. Light Mounts (Optional) The top of each handle grip has a 1/4-20 threaded insert for mounting lights or other accessories.

  • Page 17: Tripod / Tripod Adapter (Optional)

    Tripod / Tripod Adapter (Optional) Gates Tripod is a useful accessory for steady, locked down shots, particularly for macro imaging. The Gates Tripod has extensible arms up to 18in/ 45cm that collapse close to the housing when not in use.

  • Page 18: Final Checks

    The AX100 Setup Page 18 The asymmetric version of the Gates Tripod. Use 1/4-20 x.75”L flat head screws to mount the adapter, and 1/4-20 x .5”L flat head screws to mount the tripod plate. NOTE: only the Gates Tripod plate is shown. The extensible legs and clamps are omitted for clarity.

  • Page 19: 4: Ax100 Operation

    They either rotate and/or depress to provide smooth and consistent operation. (see ‘Housing Care and Maintenance’ section). The housing controls are designed by Gates engineers, to the extent possible, to feel and behave like the camera controls. With time and use, the housing controls will become quite familiar and easy to use.

  • Page 20: Right Side Controls

    AX100 Operation Page 20 Right Side Controls Record / Photo. The Record/Photo control is and operates with a momentary counter clockwise rotation for record and clockwise for photo. Zoom. The Zoom control is blue and operates with a momentary rotation.

  • Page 21: Left Side / Rear Controls

    AX100 Operation Page 21 Left Side / Rear Controls Iris, Gain and Shutter buttons activate Iris, Gain or Shutter. Once selected they are controlled with the Custom Dial. Power Control switches camera on and off. Photo / Video Mode toggles between Photo and Video Mode.

  • Page 22: White Balance

    White Balance Setting white balance is a two step process but first requires specific setup of the Sony AX100 or C900 camera. Disable the touch screen zoom feature (W/T) by changing the Display Setting from Auto to On. This will make setting white balance easier as there will be no W / T (Wide / Telephoto) icons on the touch screen to obscure the White Balance icons.
  • Page 23 AX100 Operation Page 23 Setting White Balance. The steps to set white balance are as follows: Press White Balance button. Use trigger to hit White Balance button Press One Push White Balance, then Set to white balance the camera. Touching the X will return you to the default screen.

  • Page 24: Changing Filters

    AX100 Operation Page 24 Changing Filters The color correction filter in your housing may be changed to accommodate different gradient filters. “Blue water” and “green water” are the two most common, recognizable by their orange and purple color, respectively. Removal. The color filter is held in place by a tension screw in the filter holder.

  • Page 25: Changing Ports

    AX100 Operation Page 25 Changing Ports Gates offers several ports for your AX100 housing, which attach with a bayonet-style mount. Port changes are easy and straightforward: Removal. You will see alignment dots on the housing and on the port. When aligned, the port is fully engaged and ready for underwater use.

  • Page 26: Cleaning Ports And Filters

    (such as cotton balls and cotton fabric) may scratch the glass and/or coating of Gates ports and will void the warranty.  TIP: Gates offers approved cleaning solutions and lint free cloths as accessory items. Use of these materials will not void your warranty.

  • Page 27: Diopters

    AX100 Operation Page 27 Diopters Hoya 62mm diopters may be used with the AX100 housing and the FP34A Flat Port for close up/macro imaging. There is sufficient space between the camera and port to utilize one diopter on the camera.
  • Page 28 AX100 Operation Page 28 When using the SP34A or FP34A ports you will need to add the included 4 ounce weight to the housing. CAUTION : DO NOT TRAVEL WITH TRIM WEIGHTS INSTALLED IN HOUSING. Press the 4 ounce weight...

  • Page 29: Tips For Shooting Video With The Ax100

    Note however, that the auto focus capability of the AX100 and CX900 cameras is remarkably good. If your subject has detail and contrast, the camera will accurately track focus.

  • Page 30: 5: Customer Support

    Customer Support Page 30 5: Customer Support Should you have any questions about the AX100 and its operation, please contact Gates at the numbers below. Email: Customer.srvc@GatesHousings.com Web: www.GatesHousings.com Phone: 858.391.0052 Fax: 858.391.0053...

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