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Waterproof management
Normal underwater shooting is available in the sea, a lake or similar
underwater conditions. The waterproof function guarantees the
operation of the camera in a max. underwater depth of 3 m for
one hour. The camera requires the appropriate care for waterproof
management before and after using the camera, as follows.
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Before using the camera
1. Make sure that there is no dirt, dust or sand on the camera and that
the lens is always kept clean.
- If there are foreign objects or moisture on the battery chamber
cover or the USB cover, wipe them with a smooth, lint free cloth.
Also check if there are any scratches on the waterproof seal.
2. Make sure that the battery chamber cover and the USB cover
make a clicking sound when closing them, so that they are
fi
rmly
shut.
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Do not open the battery chamber cover or the USB cover with
a wet hand or in an environment with a lot of moisture and dirt,
such as underwater and in the ocean.
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After using the camera
1. Make sure that any water and dirt on the camera are removed with
a dry cloth after using the camera under water.
2. Close the battery chamber cover and
the USB cover
fi
rst, and wash the sand,
foreign objects or dirt off with
fl
owing water
or submerge the camera in clean water for
2 to 3 minutes before washing it.
- Do not wipe the camera with liquids
such as soapy water, neutral detergents
or alcohol.
3. Dry the camera in a well ventilated place after submerging the
camera in clean water.
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While using the camera
- Do not use the camera in a depth of more than 3m (9.8 feet) under
water.
- Do not use the camera continuously for over one hour under water.
- Do not open the battery chamber cover and the USB cover under
water.
- Do not use the camera in hot water.
- Do not leave the camera on the sand. Sand may enter the speaker
or the microphone, and the camera may get hot if it is exposed to
direct sunlight for a prolonged time.
- The waterproof performance may deteriorate if strong vibration,
impact or pressure is applied to the camera.
- The accessories that came with the camera are not waterproof.
USB cover
Battery chamber cover
