Fantasea FP7100 Instruction Manual Download

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................. 2

DISCLAIMER .................................................................................................................................................. 3

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................ 3

ENERAL

NFORMATION

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EATURES

PECIFICATIONS

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INCLUDED IN PACKAGE ............................................................................................................................. 5

IDENTIFICATION OF HOUSING PARTS .................................................................................................. 6

THE NIKON COOLPIX P7100 DIGITAL CAMERA ............................................................................... 11

SETTING UP THE HOUSING ..................................................................................................................... 12

REPARING THE

AMERA

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REPARING

OUSING

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PENING

OUSING

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HECKING THE

O-R

ING

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NSTALLING

AMERA

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LOSING

OUSING

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EMOVING

MERA

ROM

OUSING

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USING THE BUILT-IN CAMERA FLASH ................................................................................................ 18

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ........................................................................................................................ 19

EXTERNAL

FLASHES ............................................................................................................................... 19

ENS

CCESSORIES

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OUSING

AND

TRAP

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-S

HOE

ONNECTOR FOR

IGHTING

CCESSORIES

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LEAK

DETECTOR ...................................................................................................................................... 22

FP7100

OUSING

CCESSORY

YSTEM

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CARE & MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................... 23

FANTASEA PRODUCT CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................ 24

Summary of Contents for FP7100

Page 1: ...Fantasea FP7100 Housing Instruction Manual 20111213 Fantasea Line FP7100 Housing Cat No 1119 For Nikon Coolpix P7100 Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ... CAMERA 12 PREPARING THE HOUSING 13 OPENING THE HOUSING 14 CHECKING THE O RING 15 INSTALLING THE CAMERA 15 CLOSING THE HOUSING 16 REMOVING THE CAMERA FROM THE HOUSING 17 USING THE BUILT IN CAMERA FLASH 18 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 19 EXTERNAL FLASHES 19 LENS ACCESSORIES 21 HOUSING HAND STRAP 22 HOT SHOE CONNECTOR FOR LIGHTING ACCESSORIES 22 LEAK DETECTOR 22 FP7100 HOUSING ACCESSORY SYSTEM 22 CARE MAINT...

Page 3: ...It is depth rated to 60m 200 feet and is fully functional with ergonomically designed and labeled controls The Fantasea FP7100 is the ultimate waterproof home for the Nikon Coolpix P7100 The FP7100 Housing is ideal for outdoor and underwater photography Underwater photographers can dive or snorkel and capture all the excitement of this fascinating world while outdoor photographers also have the op...

Page 4: ...hting accessories Removable double fiber optic cable connection plate Removable flash diffuser Removable anti glare hood for the LCD screen Easy and secure installation of camera Labeled controls for comfortable operation Compatible with a wide range of underwater photo accessories Weight with camera on land 1 1 kg Weight with camera in 3 6 salt water 0 3 kg Dimensions 18 x 15 x 13 5 cm 7 2 x 6 x ...

Page 5: ... flash diffuser with secure line 3 Hand lanyard 4 Silicone grease 5 Anti glare hood for LCD screen 6 Screwdriver 7 Silica gel packs 8 O ring remover 9 Spare back door O ring seal 10 Diffuser quick release secure string housing side 1 5 6 7 2 8 9 3 4 10 ...

Page 6: ...and instructions regarding all camera controls and functions 2 It is strongly recommended that you familiarize yourself with all the controls topside before using these controls underwater 2 Shutter Release 1 Zoom Control 3 Function2 4 On Off 5 Command Dial 3 Mode Dial 7 Quick Menu 8 Quick Menu Dial 9 Cold Shoe Mount 10 Fiber Optic Cable Plate 11 Lens Port 12 Tripod Mounting Screw Hole bottom 13 F...

Page 7: ...opposite to camera command dial directions when turned 6 Mode Dial Turning this dial allows for changing camera shooting modes a In order to for the housing mode dial to indicate the proper mode selected by the camera mode dial it is recommended to align housing and camera mode dials prior to installing the camera inside the housing Please refer to the section Installing the Camera for further inf...

Page 8: ...mber of swivels required in order to reach the desirable menu d In order to switch menus turn the housing quick menu dial e Note that since the rotary wheel cannot be manipulated in order to set the various menu items the command dial sub command dial and multi selector buttons should be used for navigating through the menus and making selections 9 Cold Shoe Mount for Lighting Accessories Enables ...

Page 9: ...ivates the camera Function1 button which can be assigned through camera menus 14 Sum Command Dial Turning this dial swivels the sub command dial of the camera within the same direction Note that command dial and sub command dial functions can be reassigned through the camera menus Back Side of Housing Corresponding numbered descriptions are found on the following page 15 Flash Pop Up 16 Exposure C...

Page 10: ...n the exposure compensation dial clockwise c Note that value markings on the housing exposure compensation dial do not indicate the value set by the corresponding camera dial even if aligned prior to camera installation inside the housing Therefore it is important to check the exposure compensation value selected and displayed on the camera LCD screen 17 LCD Monitor Pushing this control activates ...

Page 11: ...sing For further instructions please refer to the section Preparing the Housing THE NIKON COOLPIX P7100 DIGITAL CAMERA The P7100 is a compact that s perfect for any purpose This portable camera doesn t compromise on quality or creativity delivering the versatility performance and speed that keep you in the game It is capable of producing amazing photos and HD 720p movies with intense detail powere...

Page 12: ...n High Speed Shooting at up to 1 2 FPS Subject Tracking Auto Focus Greatly Enhanced Low Light Photography 19 Scene Modes Advanced in camera editing capabilities SETTING UP THE HOUSING PREPARING THE CAMERA 1 Install a memory card and a fully charged battery inside the camera 2 Remove the camera strap from the camera if one was installed It is best to remove the 2 small triangular attachment clips a...

Page 13: ...mbled and then there is no need for installation d Open the housing see section Opening the Housing on the following page and remove the anti glare hood out of the housing Secure the anti glare hood to the housing by tying its secure string to the hinge found at the left side of the housing where the Fiber Optic Cable Plate secure string is attached to Install the anti glare hood over the anti gla...

Page 14: ...til the red latch tab is located at the top of the latch and cannot be turned any further image 6 There is no need to apply any force 3 Carefully open the back side of the housing 4 Note that when opening the housing for the first time or when opening it after airplane trips increased resistance might be encountered Therefore it is best not to lock the housing and to leave it slightly open when tr...

Page 15: ...Be careful the cloth you use does not leave any of its own material behind as this can also affect the effectiveness of the seal 4 Apply a slight layer of silicone grease on the O ring Please note that the amount of lubrication required on the O ring is only enough to allow it to slip into place without friction so it does not twist or become dislodged More grease is not necessarily better and in ...

Page 16: ...etector 6 Once the camera is inserted inside the housing push the housing mode dial back down so it touches the camera mode dial 7 If inserting a silica gel pack inside the housing in order to prevent moisture it is best to insert it on the right side of the camera image 11 where it doesn t interfere with proper housing operation It is important to make sure that the silica gel pack doesn t stick ...

Page 17: ...ing and that nothing interferes with normal operation of the camera It is recommended to take a few images once the camera has been installed inside the housing and prior to the dive in order to ensure proper operation 8 If making use of the internal camera flash install the removable flash diffuser on the housing and attach the flash diffuser quick release secure string in order to avoid losing i...

Page 18: ...ngers beneath the adaptors installed inside the plate and push the plate upwards till it is removed from its slot Make sure the fiber optic cable plate is secured to the housing by the dedicated secure line in order to avoid losing it during the dive 3 The removable flash diffuser included assists with softening the built in flash output increasing its angle of coverage and decreasing the amount o...

Page 19: ...the selection OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES EXTERNAL FLASHES Underwater flashes and strobes were designed to improve the color lighting and quality of your underwater images Since light and color are absorbed by water using an external flash is recommended in all depths during daylight and night dives In addition to retrieving the color and light absorbed by water underwater flashes also allow for creative...

Page 20: ...t type of adaptor remove this adaptor from the end of the cable and use the adaptors included with the FP7100 Housing instead 3 Remove the Fiber Optic Cable Plate from the housing Insert your fingers beneath the adaptors installed inside the plate and push the plate upwards till it is removed from its slot 4 Prior to installing the fiber optic cable on the Fiber Optic Cable Plate make sure that th...

Page 21: ...phing opposite a mirror In this case the output of both the built in camera flash and the strobe should be visible in the test shot taken LENS ACCESSORIES The FP7100 Housing lens port is compatible with a wide variety of accessory filters and lenses such as BigEye Wide Angle Lenses Perfect for shooting seascape divers ship wrecks and schools of fish without moving further away from the subject the...

Page 22: ... visit the Fantasea website www fantasea com LEAK DETECTOR A leak detector can be installed inside the housing in order to detect moisture Leak detectors are very sensitive so whenever moisture is detected inside the housing the leak detector LED light begins flashing and a warning alarm starts beeping thereby alerting the user of a leak Follow the instructions included with the Leak Detector in o...

Page 23: ...nly enough to allow it to slip into place without friction so it does not twist or become dislodged More grease is not necessarily better and in some cases might interfere with the housing watertight seal 5 Use only the supplied silicone grease for lubricating the housing back door O ring Use of any other grease might impair the watertight seal of the housing 6 Be careful not to get greasy fingerp...

Page 24: ...le used parts and is at least functionally equivalent to the original product The warranty will not extend beyond the original warranty period Your Fantasea Product should be registered within 30 days of purchase You must keep the proof of purchase which indicates the date on which the purchase was made as you may be required to show proof of purchase if you need warranty service The following con...

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