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3. Some of the controls have a short shaft and cannot be pulled

out exposing the shaft for lubrication. In the unlikely event

one of these controls sticks or becomes difficult to operate

you can remove the control from the housing and lubricate it,

or return the housing to Ikelite for maintenance. To remove

the control (Diagram A), loosen the set screw in the knob

(allen wrench required); remove the knob. If there is salt or

dirt build-up on the exposed control shaft, clean the shaft.

Open the housing and gently slide the control shaft out of the

control gland. Clean and lightly lubricate the shaft, including

the end of the shaft. Slide the shaft back into the control

gland and gently slide it back and forth a few times without

fully removing the shaft from the gland. Replace the knob

noting the flat area on the shaft. The set screw in the knob

should tighten down against the flat area on the control, so

the knob does not turn on the shaft.

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Loosen set screw

Tighten set screw down

against this flat area

when replacing the knob.

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Lubricate end of shaft
before reinserting into
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Ikelite controls are designed to provide years of reliable service

with minimal maintenance.

1. Push button controls require no maintenance other than rinsing

in fresh water after saltwater use. If a push button control

becomes difficult to push or if it sticks when depressed, soak the

housing in luke warm fresh water. After a few minutes, operate

the push button. If this does not correct the problem, return the

housing to Ikelite for maintenance.

2. Some of the controls have long shafts. These controls can be

pulled out, exposing the shaft (see diagrams A and B on pages

#16 & #17). 

To lubricate the control, gently pull on the knob until the

stainless steel shaft is exposed. Lightly lubricate the shaft, then

move the shaft in and out several times. This will lubricate the

x-ring in the Ikelite control gland. This should be done before

using the housing after a prolonged storage period, or once a

week when the housing is in constant use.

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The Ikelite Digital Housing should be given the same care and

attention as your other photographic equipment. In addition to

normal maintenance, we recommend that the housing be returned

to Ikelite periodically to be checked and pressure tested.

1. D

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Noott leave the camera and housing in direct sunlight for

prolonged periods. Heat may damage the camera.

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Noott ship the camera in the housing.

3. Before using the housing, always check the tightness of the sseett

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Check each ccoonnttrrooll ggllaanndd penetrating the housing to make sure

they are tight. There is a slight chance that either could vibrate

loose during travel.

4. Keep the back o-ring clean and lightly lubricated. To lubricate,

remove the o-ring from the back. Put a small amount of lkelite

lubricant on your fingers. Pull the o-ring through your fingers

to apply a light coating of lubricant. Only apply enough

lubricant to make the o-ring feel slick. D

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oo--rriinngg. This light coating of lubricant will help to keep the

o-ring from drying out and will help to show a dark sealing

line when the housing back is properly sealed.

5. Keep the area where the o-ring fits and the sealing surface of

the housing clean.

6. Rinse the housing exterior thoroughly in fresh water after each

salt water use. Dry with a soft cloth. Dry lens port to eliminate

water spotting.

After several uses in salt water, soak the housing exterior in a

mild soap solution, rinse and dry, before storing. When storing

the housing, remove the back o-ring, lightly lubricate, and place

in a plastic bag. Place the plastic bag with o-ring inside the

housing for safe keeping. 

7.  If removing a housing push button, D

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Noott re-use the  E-clip.

Contact Ikelite for replacement E-clips (part #0319.12).

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1. Ikelite provides silicone lubricant with the housing. We recommend

you use only Ikelite lubricant on Ikelite products as some other

brands may cause the o-ring to swell and not seal properly.

2. Use only enough lubricant to lightly cover control shafts and

o-rings. Wipe off any excess lubricant with a clean cloth.

Lubricant is not a sealant, it is used to reduce friction. Excessive

lubricant can collect sand and dirt which may interfere with

proper sealing.

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The Ikelite W-20 67mm Wide-Angle Conversion

lens #6420 will widen your camera lens' angle

of coverage, getting you closer to your subject.

The Ikelite W-20 can be removed and replaced

while underwater for maximum versatility.

Includes protective caps, soft pouch, lens

cleaning cloth and silicone lubricant.

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#99330066..8811   6677m

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Allows attaching Ikelite W-20 67mm lens #6420, Epoque, and Type

II Inon screw-on lenses with 67mm threads. Includes larger size

removable flash deflector. 

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Allows attaching of the Inon UWL-105AD, UFL-165AD, 

UWL-100AD, and macro bayonet style lenses. Includes larger size

removable flash deflector. 

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OTTEE:: External wide angle conversion lenses increase angle of

coverage, so you can get much closer to your subject while still

fitting everything in the frame. Add the Ikelite W-20 or other

wide-angle lenses with an Ikelite accessory port adapter for

increased angle of coverage, color, and clarity.

Slight vignetting may occur at widest angle camera lens  setting

with some conversion lenses. Zoom in slightly to eliminate, or crop

the image in post-processing. Also, slight edge softness around the

picture edges in some situations is normal.

W-20 Lens

Summary of Contents for DSC-W50

Page 1: ...thoroughly before use If you are new to underwater photography be sure to read the General and Photo Tips sections We also suggest that you read the camera manual thoroughly to have a full understanding of where each camera control is located and what function each control provides P Pl le ea as se e R Re ea ad d I If f U Us si in ng g a an n E EV V C Co on nt tr ro ol ll le er r The EV Controller...

Page 2: ... plastic back at the o ring You should see a darkened area where the o ring is compressed against the housing back If you do not see an even black compression seal all the way around the back open the lid snaps reseat the housing back and close the lid snaps Visually check the seal again o ring housing back housing back o ring even gap all 4 sides 5 6 7 Engaged Center Position Disengaged U Us si i...

Page 3: ...op increments for SubStrobe DS50 DS51 DS80 DS1 25 DS1 60 DS1 61 and DS200 models Simply point the Controller at your camera housing for dependable strobe triggering by the camera strobe The Controller attaches to the strobe and mounts near the housing on the 9571 3Extended Stem Mount Page 1 1 O Op pt ti io on na al l A Ac cc ce es ss so or ri ie es s c co on nt t Batt w Lite Off On On w Lite TTL F...

Page 4: ...l slick D Do o N No ot t s st tr re et tc ch h t th he e o o r ri in ng g This light coating of lubricant will help to keep the o ring from drying out and will help to show a dark sealing line when the housing back is properly sealed 5 Keep the area where the o ring fits and the sealing surface of the housing clean 6 Rinse the housing exterior thoroughly in fresh water after each salt water use Dr...

Page 5: ...ect is shaded dark and needs flash for a good exposure G Ge en ne er ra al l T Ti ip ps s 1 Due to the power required to operate the camera flash and LCD screen it is a good idea to start each dive with a fresh set of batteries 2 Some cameras reset their flash to AUTO when the camera is turned on If you prefer another setting be sure to select it 3 As soon as you enter the water take a moment and ...

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