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the camera housing. The amount of weight is ideal for trolling at
low speeds or keeping the camera tracking smooth in current. For
added open water stability or to use as a down view camera, the
fin (included) snaps into the rear of the Manta camera housing with
ease.
Following MarCum’s standards, the VS820 is protected with a stylish
reinforced padded soft pack case. Under the soft pack is a molded
ABS hard case with a built in battery tray and a Velcro strap to
securely hold the battery in place. Next to the battery is a storage
compartment for the camera and camera cable. The monitor folds
down flat and the padded case encompasses the entire system
protecting it during transportation. On the left side of the case is a
carrying handle for ease of transport.
The sealed 7.2 amp rechargeable lead-acid battery can provide up
to 8 hours of continuous use during ideal conditions. Battery run time
will vary depending on the condition of the battery, use of underwater
LED lighting, level of screen backlight (brightness) and LCD heater
system. The 1 amp, two-stage charger will quickly charge the battery
back to full capacity. Once charged, a small green LED light will be
illuminated to indicate the charger has switched to a trickle charge
mode.
The VS820 offers a full one year warranty backed by MarCum’s
first-rate customer service!
GETTING STARTED
The VS820 has been set-up and tested at the factory before being
placed into its retail packaging.
Remove the VS820 from the packaging and place on a level surface
with the MarCum Technologies logo facing towards you and right side
up. Open the top cover of the soft pack by lifting up on the Velcro
closers on each side and front of the soft pack. Once opened, loosen
the knobs on the either side of the gimbal bracket (at the base of
the monitor) by turning each one counter-clockwise. Make sure to
loosen the knobs a considerable distance. Than depress both knobs
by pushing inwards and hold in place. This releases the lock on the
monitor angle. While depressing the knobs with the base of your
palms, use the index fingers of each hand and gently lift the monitor
up to the desired viewing position and release tension on the gimbal
knobs. Once you have set the monitor to the desired viewing angle,