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USER MANUAL MPKDVF7 SONY

GB2-GB For the customers in U.S.A. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located inside of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. MPK-DVF7 Serial No.3-GB

Features and Precautions

• This marine pack can be used with the following Sony Handycam camcorders:– NTSC system-based: DCR-HC90/HC43/HC42/HC40/HC33/HC32/HC30/HC21/HC20/DVD803/DVD703/DVD653/DVD602/DVD403/DVD203/DVD103/DVD92/PC109/PC108/PC107– PAL system-based: DCR-HC90E/HC43E/HC42E/HC40E/HC39E/HC33E/HC32E/HC30E/HC22E/HC21E/HC20E/HC19E/HC18E/HC17E/DVD803E/DVD703E/DVD653E/DVD602E/DVD403E/DVD203E/DVD202E/DVD103E/PC109E/PC108E/PC107E/PC106E• Recording at depths of up to 75 meters (246 feet) is possible.• The following operations can be performed underwater.– Power on/off– Recording start/stop– Auto focusing on/off– Tape photo recording– Electric zoom function• LCD screen monitor.Sony does not accept liability for damage to the video camera recorder, battery, etc. in themarine pack, or for the loss of prerecorded material if a water leakage caused by incorrectoperation occurs. Table of contents Features and Precautions ..................................... 3 Supplied Accessories ............................................ 4 Preparations ........................................................... 5 Preparing your camcorder ............................ 5 Preparing the marine pack (installing the battery)............................................................. 9 Installing the camcorder to the marine pack

• Removing the camcorder p. 19
• Note on the O-ring p. 22
• What is an O-ring? p. 22
• How the O-ring waterproofs p. 22
• Handling the O-ring p. 23
• Maintenance p. 25
• Caution on handling p. 26
• Identifying parts and controls p. 27
• Specifications -GB Supplied Accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with your marine pack. 1 Camera mounting shoe F (1) 2 Camera mounting shoe G (1) 3 Camera mounting shoe H (1) 4 Camera mounting shoe I (1) 5 Spacer (1) 6 Screw plate for camera mounting shoe H and I (2) 7 Screw driver part (1) Attachment for the camera mounting shoe H 8 Lithium battery CR2 (1) 9 O-ring (1) 0 Underwater wide-conversion lens (VCL- MK2) (1) qa Sunshade (1) qs Reflex prevention ring (2) ø 30 mm (1) ø 25 mm (1) qd Color filter (VF-MK2) (1) qf Grease (1) qg Strap (3) qh Carrying bag (1) Carrying belt (1) p. 284

Preparations Preparing your camcorder Before installing your camcorder in the marine pack, prepare the camcorder according to thischapter.The procedure may be different depending on your camcorder type.Refer also to the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder.You can also install camcorder models different to the one shown in the illustration. 1 Remove the lens cap, shoulder strap, conversion lens, filter or lenshood from the camcorder. 2 Attach a fully charged battery pack. If you are using the camcorder DCR-PC109/PC109E/PC108/PC108E/PC107/PC107E/PC106E,remove the battery pack from the camcorder. 3 Insert a cassette tape, “Memory Stick” or disc. 4 Attach the reflex prevention ring to the lens. for DCR-HC90/HC90E/DVD803/DVD803E/DVD703/DVD703E/DVD653/DVD653E/DVD602/DVD602E/DVD403/DVD403E/DVD203/DVD203E/DVD202E/DVD103/DVD103E/DVD92/DVD92E : ø 30 mmfor DCR-HC43/HC43E/HC42/HC42E/HC40/HC40E/HC39E/HC33/HC33E/HC32/HC32E/HC30/HC30E/HC22E/HC21/HC21E/HC20/HC20E/HC19E/HC18E/HC17E/HC16E/PC109/PC109E/PC108/PC108E/PC107/PC107E/PC106E : ø 25 mmBe sure not to tighten the prevention ring too tightly. Note If you select WIDE (16:9) on a camcorder with a selectable recorded picture aspect ratio, thepicture will appear elongated on the LCD monitor of the marine pack, although the picture isactually recorded in 16:9 aspect ratio.continued6-GB Preparations (continued) 5 Attach the camera mounting shoe. For DCR-HC90/HC90E/

DVD803/DVD803E/DVD403/

DVD403E Use the mounting shoe H, spacer, andthe screw plate.The camcorder of the illustration maydiffer from the camcorder you use.Refer to the following table to confirmthe position for attaching the screwplate, according to your camcorder.DCR- Shoe HHC90/HC90E 1DVD803/DVD803E 2DVD403/DVD403E1 Attach the spacer to shoe H.2 Attach the screw plate to shoe H sothat the catch on the reverse side ofthe shoe clicks into place.3 Fasten the screw of the screw plate tothe tripod screw hole of thecamcorder and tighten firmly. For DCR-HC43/HC43E/HC42/ HC42E/HC39E/HC33/HC33E/HC32/ HC32E/HC22E/HC21/HC21E/HC19E/ HC17E Use the mounting shoe H and the screw plate.The position for attaching the screw plate to shoeH, is 3.1 Attach the screw plate to shoe H so thatthe catch on the reverse side of the shoeclicks into place.2 Fasten the screw of the screw plate to thetripod screw hole of the camcorder andtighten firmly.Cameramountingshoe HScrew plateCameramountingshoe HScrew plateSpacer7-GB

Use the mounting shoes H and I, the spacer, and the screw plate. The position for attaching the screw plate to shoe H, is 4. 1 Attach the screw plate to shoe I so that the catch on the reverse side of the shoe clicks into place. 2 Fasten the screw of the screw plate on shoe I to the tripod screw hole of the camcorder and tighten firmly. 3 Attach the screw plate to shoe H so that the catch on the reverse side of the shoe clicks into place. 4 Fasten the screw of the screw plate on shoe H to the metal fitting on shoe I, tighten firmly, and fix shoe I to shoe H. For DCR-HC40/HC40E/HC30/HC30E/ HC20/HC20E/HC18E/HC16E Use the mounting shoe F only. Attach the mounting shoe F firmly to the camcorder. Camera mounting shoe H Screw plate Screw plate Camera mounting shoe I Camera mounting shoe F continued8-GB Preparations (continued) Now you are ready to install the camcorder to the marine pack.Be sure to check that the camera mounting shoe is attached to the camcorder tightly beforeyou install the camcorder to the marine pack. 6 Prepare to record. 1 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA.2 Set COMMANDER to ON in the menu settings.3 Cancel the following functions: BACK LIGHT, NIGHTSHOT, Nightshot plus, PROGRAMAE, flash, Picture effect and TELE MACRO.4 Set the FOCUS switch to AUTO.5 Set DISPLAY to V-OUT/LCD in the menu settings and press the DISPLAY button on yourcamcorder before installing the marine pack.* If your camcorder has REC LAMP in the menu settings, set it to OFF. By using this function,the light of the lamp is not reflected in the lens. For details, please refer to the operatinginstructions supplied with your camcorder. Cameramountingshoe G For DCR-PC109/PC109E/PC108/ PC108E/PC107/PC107E/PC106E Use the mounting shoe G only.1 Attach the mounting shoe G firmly to thecamcorder.2 Connect the A/V connecting cable of the shoeto the camcorder’s A/V jack.3 Attach the battery adaptor that comes withthe mounting shoe G to battery terminal ofthe camcorder.If there is a battery installed in thecamcorder, remove it.4 Attach the battery to the rear of themounting shoe G A.Fasten the battery firmly with the belt, asshown in the illustration.9-GB

1 Remove the grip. Undo the screw on the bottom side ofthe marine pack. 2 Insert the Sony CR2 lithium battery into the grip. WARNING Battery may explode if mistreate. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire. 1 Remove the screw with the suppliedscrew driver.2 Insert the supplied lithium battery(CR2, × 1) with the polaritypositioned correctly as indicated onthe battery case.3 Fasten the screw tightly. 3 Unfasten the 3 latches and open the marine pack.If you lift the metal part in the directionof the finder when the latches are open,the latches will stop. Preparing the marine pack (installing the battery) continued10-GB 4 Insert the batteries (optional) into the LCD monitor battery compartment. Use four new AA alkaline dry batteries.We recommend using alkaline dry batteries made by Sony Corporation.Notes• Be sure to use four batteries of the same type.

• Be sure to confirm the 3# poles of the batteries. Inserting the batteries with the poles in the wrong direction may cause leakage or ruptures.• The marine pack does not work with Ni-MH batteries. About the LCD monitor
• Install the camcorder in the marine pack and set the POWER switch to ON to make imagesappear on the LCD monitor.• The remaining battery time indicator displayed on the LCD monitor refers to remaining time ofthe camcorder battery time, not the remaining time of the LCD monitor battery.• You can use the monitor for approximately 6 hours with four new AA alkaline dry batteries. Preparations (continued)11-GB

Installing the camcorder to the marine pack You can also install camcorder models different from the one shown in the illustration. For DCR-HC90/HC90E/HC43/HC43E/HC42/HC42E/HC40/HC40E/HC39E/ HC33/HC33E/HC32/HC32E/HC30/HC30E/HC22E/HC21/HC21E/HC20/HC20E/ HC19E/HC18E/HC17E/HC16E/DVD803/DVD803E/DVD703/DVD703E/ DVD653/DVD653E/DVD602/DVD602E/DVD403/DVD403E/DVD203/ DVD203E/DVD202E/DVD103/DVD103E/DVD92/DVD92E 1 Connect the remote cord and the microphone cord to the camcorder.For DCR-HC90/HC90E/HC43/HC43E/HC42/HC42E/HC39E/HC33/HC33E/HC32/HC32E/HC22E/HC21/HC21E/HC19E/HC17E/DVD803/DVD803E/DVD703/DVD703E/DVD653/DVD653E/DVD602/DVD602E/DVD403/DVD403E/DVD203/DVD203E/DVD202E/DVD103/DVD103E/DVD92/DVD92E* The microphone cord is not necessary.1 Connect the remote cord to the LANC jack.2 Connect the A/V multi-cord of themarine pack to the camcorder’s A/V jack.For DCR-HC40/HC40E/HC30/HC30E/HC20/HC20E/HC18E/HC16E1 Connect the microphone cord to the MICjack (plug in power).2 Connect the remote cord to the LANC jack.3 Connect the A/V multi-cord of themarine pack to the camcorder’s A/V jack.front shell1 to the MIC jack (plug in power)2 to the LANC jackcontinuedfront shell1 to the LANC jack12-GB 2 Insert the camcorder, sliding the mounting shoe along the guide rail ofthe marine pack until the mountingshoe clicks into place. 3 Connect the monitor cord to part A (see illustration) of the marine pack.Then, fasten the latches securely, and attach the grip.For details, see page 13. For DCR-PC109/PC109E/PC108/PC108E/PC107/PC107E/PC106E 1 Connect the remote cord and microphone cord to the camcorder.* The A/V multi-cord is not necessary.1 Connect the microphone cord to the MICjack (plug in power).2 Connect the remote cord to the LANC jack. 2 Insert the camcorder, sliding the mounting shoe along the guide rail ofthe marine pack until the mountingshoe clicks into place.front shell1 to the MIC jack (plug in power)2 to the LANC jack Preparations (continued) The cords are placed in theplug holders of the marine packat the factory. Pull the plugsout of the holders when in use. A13-GB

The cords are placed in the plugholders of the marine pack at thefactory. Pull the plugs out of theholders when in use. 3 Connect the monitor cord to the jack of camera mounting shoe G. Then, fasten the latches securely, and attach the grip.For details, see below. For DCR-HC90/HC90E/HC43/HC43E/HC42/HC42E/HC40/HC40E/HC39E/ HC33/HC33E/HC32/HC32E/HC30/HC30E/HC22E/HC21/HC21E/HC20/HC20E/ HC19E/HC18E/HC17E/HC16E/DVD803/DVD803E/DVD703/DVD703E/ DVD653/DVD653E/DVD602/DVD602E/DVD403/DVD403E/DVD203/ DVD203E/DVD202E/DVD103/DVD103E/DVD92/DVD92E/PC109/PC109E/ PC108/PC108E/PC107/PC107E/PC106E 4 Attach the front shell to the rear shell. Hold both shells firmly and fasten the 3 latches securely. Take care not to pinch the remote, microphone,and monitor cords. If this happens water mayleak in.For details on handling the O-ring, see page 22. 5 Attach the grip. Fasten the screw tightly.Now you have finished the preparations.Be sure to check that the equipment operates correctly and that there is no water leakagebefore you dive (see page 14).Take care not to pinch the cords.14-GB Underwater recording Before diving Check for water leakage. Check that the equipment operates correctly and that there is no water leakage at a depth of about one meter (3 feet) before you dive deeper. Take care not to expose the equipment to salty air. Do not drop water on the equipment. Do not open the marine pack underwater or on the beach. Preparations such as installing and checking the equipment should be done in a place with low humidity and no salty air. Check the following points again before you dive. s Be sure to fully charge the battery pack for the camcorder. Be sure that the dry battery for the monitor is not old.

• We recommend you use a battery pack with a large capacity and prepare spare battery packs and dry batteries. s Be sure that your video tape and “Memory Stick” have enough tape and memory left. s Check that there are no scratches or cracks on the O-ring. s Make sure there is no cord, cable, sand, or hair between the front shell and the rear shell. s Be sure that the lithium battery has enough power.

• If the remaining battery capacity is enough, when you press the ZOOM, PHOTO, or START/STOP button, the battery check indicator on the grip lights up. Check this indicator as a criterion. If the battery check indicator on the grip does not light, exchange for a new one. We suggest that you prepare spare ones. Conditions of underwater recording Recording underwater is different from recording on land because it is affected by the clarity, depth of the water, and the light conditions. The following are hints for good underwater recording. Best time for recording The best recording time is from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. When the sun is at its highest, optimum results can be obtained. To record in dark places that the sun does not reach or at night, use a powerful underwater video light. Battery check indicator Right grip15-GB

Subject size underwater Since the refractive index underwater is higher than in air, objects appear 1/4 closer, and therefore larger. This phenomenon affects the lens on the camcorder as well as the human eye and the area recorded is narrower. Using the supplied wide-conversion lens is recommended. Operate the camera with slow and stable motions When recording, keep your body stable. Slight shaking will be magnified on the TV screen, resulting in unsteady pictures. Move the camcorder as slowly as possible. Since most of the objects underwater move, you can record a good shot without moving the camcorder too much. Note on recording underwater Be sure to follow the safety rules for diving, such as diving period and depth.16-GB Recording 1 Set the POWER switch to ON. The camcorder turns on and a picture appears on the LCD monitor. 2 Press START/STOP button to start recording. The REC lamp (red) lights up during recording.To stop recording, press START/STOP button again.START/STOPbuttonREC lamp(red)LEAK lamp(yellow)ZOOM buttonPHOTO buttonAUTO FOCUSON/OFF buttonPOWER switchNow you are ready for underwater recording.When you dive with the camcorder, dive slowly, paying attention to the surrounding environment.Be careful not to strike the marine pack against rocks or reef, etc. To zoom Press ZOOM button.Press T for telephoto (subject appears closer) and W for wide-angle (subject appears further away).You cannot change the zooming speed of the camcorder. Recording a still image You can record a still image on the camcorder by pressing the PHOTO button.Note that pressing PHOTO button lightly does not allow you to check the recorded image. For moredetails, refer to the operating instructions supplied with your camcorder. Note If you use the marine pack with a DVD Handycam, you cannot record still images. To keep a subject in focus Press AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button to set it to OFF. You can still keep the subject in focus even iffish swim between the camcorder and the subject. Press AUTO FOCUS ON/OFF button again to setthe camcorder to auto focus mode. Note Do not cover the control emitter or detector with your finger as the remote control signal foroperations is transmitted from the grip to the marine pack.17-GB

Attaching the supplied wide-conversion lens The wide-conversion lens is recommendedwhen you want to take pictures of wideareas. Note however, that objects will appearsmaller. Note This supplied wide-conversion lens is to beused only underwater. Using the supplied sunshade The supplied sunshade reduces glare on theLCD monitor. Attaching the supplied color filter When using the supplied color filter, attach iton top of the wide-conversion lens.Water absorbs light, especially red light, sothat objects in deep water are seen bluish.The color of objects is affected by the clarityof the water.To record in natural color, use the suppliedcolour filter.You can attach and remove the wide-conversion lens, sunshade, and color filter underwater.If the image on the LCD monitor is not clear because of air between these accessories and the marinepack, reattach them underwater. Attaching the supplied strap Attach the strap as shown.Attach the supplied straps to prevent loss ofthese accessories when removing them bothon land and underwater. Attach the straps tothe grip of the marine pack.Supplied sunshadeSunshade Attaching the supplied accessories Wide-conversion lenscolor filterTo attach the strapcolor filterWide-conversion lens Attach the wide-conversion lens until it fitsfirmly.continued18-GB In deep water or under rocks where directsunlight does not reach, recording withunderwater video lights is recommended.You can attach these video lights to the videolight shoes on the upper part of both grips.Underwater video lights such as the SonyHVL-ML20M (optional) Using the underwater video light (optional) Attachable to the video light shoeson both sides Water leakage The marine pack is designed to bewaterproof, however if water happens to leakin, the LEAK lamp (yellow) flashes.In such a case, remove the marine pack fromthe water as soon as possible, keeping ithorizontal. Be sure to surface following thesafety rules for diving.Dry the marine pack with a soft cloth andthen open it.To switch off the lamp, disconnect the remote control cable.Check the cause of the leak.If the camcorder is wet, take it to the nearest Sony dealer immediately.We recommend you purchase property damage insurance for underwater materials in case ofemergency. After using

• After recording in the sea, submerge the marine pack in tap water or fresh water for about 30-60minutes before undoing the latches to completely remove any salt from the marine pack unit,filter, and wide-conversion lens.• When your camcorder has been used near or in the sea for a long time, we recommend that it bechecked by the nearest Sony dealer.LEAK lamp (yellow) Recording (continued)19-GB

Removing the camcorder continuedBefore opening the marine pack, rinse it with fresh water and dry with a soft cloth.When you open the marine pack, make sure you are dry. And take care that no water drips fromyour wet suit. For DCR-HC90/HC90E/DVD803/DVD803E/DVD703/DVD703E/DVD653/ DVD653E/DVD602/DVD602E/DVD403/DVD403E/DVD203/DVD203E/ DVD202E/DVD103/DVD103E/DVD92/DVD92E 1 Remove the grip. 2 Unfasten 3 latches and open the marine pack. 3 Disconnect the monitor cord. 4 Take the camcorder out of the front shell. Hold the camera mounting shoe by the knobs and extractthe camcorder.When you open the marine pack, do not pull the cords byforce. 5 Disconnect the remote cord, the microphone cord and the A/V multi-cord. 6 Remove the mounting shoe from the camcorder. 7 Remove the batteries from the LCD monitor battery compartment and the battery case of the grip.20-GB Removing the camcorder (continued) For DCR-HC43/HC43E/HC42/HC42E/HC40/HC40E/HC39E/HC33/HC33E/ HC32/HC32E/HC30/HC30E/HC22E/HC21/HC21E/HC20/HC20E/HC19E/ HC18E/HC17E/HC16E 1 Remove the grip. 2 Unfasten 3 latches and open the marine pack. 3 Disconnect the monitor cord. 4 Take the camcorder out of the front shell. Hold the camera mounting shoe by the knobs and extractthe camcorder.When you open the marine pack, do not pull the cords byforce. 5 Disconnect the remote cord, the microphone cord and the A/V multi-cord. 6 Remove the mounting shoe from the camcorder. 7 Remove the batteries from the LCD monitor battery compartment and the battery case of the grip.21-GB

For DCR-PC109/PC109E/PC108/PC108E/PC107/PC107E/PC106E 1 Remove the grip. 2 Unfasten 3 latches and open the marine pack. Disconnect the monitor cord from the cameramounting shoe G. 3 Take the camcorder out of the front shell. Hold the camera mounting shoe by the knobs andextract the camcorder.When you open the marine pack, do not pull thecords by force. 4 Disconnect the remote cord and the microphone cord. 5 Disconnect the A/V connecting cable of camera mounting shoe G from the A/V jack. 6 Remove the battery adaptor from the camcorder before removing the mounting shoe. Also remove the battery attached to the rear of mounting shoe G. 7 Remove the batteries from the LCD monitor battery compartment and the battery case of the grip.22-GB What is an O-ring?

• An O-ring is part of the water-proof packing that is used on underwater cameras, watches, andother diving equipment.• The O-ring acts to preserve the waterproof qualities of the marine pack and other equipments. How the O-ring waterproofs When water pressure acts on the O-ring, the contact surface area of theO-ring expands to increase the force acting on the groove on the marine pack. O-ring maintenance is very important. If O-ring maintenance is not followed according to instructions, a water leak may occur and cause the marine pack to sink. Waterproofing is achieved by perfect sealing of the O-ring to the entire contact surface. Note on the O-ring O-ringwaterwaterpressureO-ringThe rubber surface of the O-ring seals the opposite surface toprevent water from entering the gap.23-GB

Handling the O-ring Set the O-ring in place Avoid setting the O-ring in dusty or sandy locations. 1 Remove the O-ring. Do not use pointed or metal objects to remove the O-ring. These objects might scratch ordamage the marine pack groove or O-ring. 2 Inspect the O-ring.

• Fully check the following, and wipe off with a soft cloth or tissue paper.– Check for any dirt, grains of sand, hair, dust, salt, thread scraps, etc.– Check for any old grease.• Lightly run your fingertip around the O-ring to check for any unapparent dirt.• After wiping the O-ring, take care to prevent any cloth or tissue paper fibres fromremaining on the O-ring.• Check the O-ring for cracking, skew, distortion, fine splitting, scratches,sand-biting, etc. Replace cracked or scratched O-rings. 3 Inspect the O-ring groove. Grains of sand or hardened salt sometimes get into the groove. Carefully remove them byblowing with an air spray or by wiping them with a cotton wool bud. Prevent fibre scraps fromthe cotton wool bud from entering inside. 4 Also, inspect the contacting surface on the other side of the O-ring in the same way. v Dirt v Sand v Hair v Dust v Salt v Thread scraps v Cracking v Skew v Distortion v Fine Splitting v Scratches v Sand-biting continued24-GB 5 Apply a coating of grease to the O-ring.
• Apply a small drop of grease onto the O-ring and evenly coat the entire surface of the O-ringwith your finger.• Do not use paper or cloth as fibre may stick to the O-ring.• Make sure that a thin coating of grease is applied to the surface of the O-ring at all times.Grease protects the O-ring, and prevents wear.• After you have applied a small drop of grease onto the O-ring, set the O-ring immediately.Do not leave the greased O-ring on a desk or other surfaces. 6 Place the O-ring in the groove on the marine pack. Place the O-ring evenly in its groove paying attention to the following points:– Is there any dirt on the O-ring?– Is the O-ring twisted?– Do not pull the O-ring.– Is the O-ring protruding? Final check After you have fitted in the O-ring, check it again for the following:– Is the O-ring twisted?– Is there any dirt on the O-ring?– Is the O-ring protruding?– Are there any cracking or distortion on the O-ring? How to check for water leaks After you have replaced the O-ring, close the marine pack before you insert the equipment you areusing. Immerse the marine pack for about three minutes in water to a depth of about 15 cm, andcheck for water leaks.PCAUTIONWhen you have taken photos on a sandy sea bottom or have placed the camera on the sand, removethe O-ring and check for water leaks. Be sure to take a spare O-ring with you. This facilitates replacement even if O-ring trouble occurs where you are recording. Bad example Good example Note on the O-ring (continued)25-GB

Maintenance After you have finished using an O-ring

• After you have used the marine pack, be sure to perform the following:– Wash the marine pack with fresh water with the latches closed to remove salt or sand.– Insert the marine pack in fresh water for about 30 minutes with the latches closed.If salt is left on the marine pack, metal parts and the O-ring might be damaged, and causewater leaks.– When sun oil is stuck to the marine pack, wash off with lukewarm water.If sun oil is left on the marine pack, the surface of the marine pack might become discolouredor become damaged.– Wipe the inside of the marine pack with a soft, dry cloth. Do not wash with water.• Remove the O-ring each time that you have finished using it, and check it.If the marine pack is dried with sea water still in the O-ring groove, salt crystals form, and mightimpair the O-ring’s functions.
• Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol or other solvents as they will damage the surface finish. Storing O-rings
• Prevent dust from sticking to O-rings.
• Apply a thin coating of grease to the O-ring, set it in the groove, and store in a well-ventilated location. Do not close the latches.• Avoid storing O-rings in hot, cold or humid locations, and placing in naphthalene or camphor.These locations and solutions will damage the materials. How to store O-rings

• To maintain the O-ring’s functions, avoid storing them in hot locations or in the direct sunlight.
• Do not place the spare O-ring under heavy objects. Doing so might deform the O-ring. O-ring life Replace the O-ring with a new one after one year of use.Even if the O-ring is not cracked or scratched, deformation or wear reduces the waterproof qualitiesof the O-ring. Replace the O-ring with a new one if cracking, skew, distortion, fine splitting,scratches, sand-biting, etc. is found. Grease Use the supplied grease. Using other manufacturer’s grease will damage the O-ring, and cause water leaks. O-ring and grease You can obtain O-rings and grease at your nearest Sony dealer.O-ring (model No. 3-977-362-01)Grease (model No. 3-071-370-01)26-GB After using The metal parts will rust and the movement of the operation switches will be impaired if you leave salt water on the marine pack. If sea water enters through scratches in the coating, the salt can corrode the metal parts of the marine pack unit and cause the coating to peel off. After recording in the sea, submerge the marine pack in tap water or fresh water for about 30 minutes before undoing the latches to completely remove any salt from the marine pack unit, filter, and wide-conversion lens. After washing, wipe any water from the inside of the marine pack and the loaded video camcorder with a soft dry cloth.

• Always follow the above precautions when you use the marine pack. When you open the marine pack or exchange the battery of the grip, take care that no water drips from your wet suit or hair. Do not leave the marine pack under direct sunlight or in a humid place for a long period of time. Moisture condensation or a high temperature build-up inside the marine pack may occur and damage the camcorder. If you cannot avoid leaving the marine pack under direct sunlight, be sure to cover the marine pack with a towel or other protection. When you store the marine pack

• Coat the O-ring slightly with the supplied grease, and put it in the groove correctly. Join the front and rear shells then put it in a cool and dry place without fastening the latches.

• Avoid storing the marine pack in a very hot, cold, or humid place, or together with naphthalene or camphor, as these conditions might damage the unit. On transportation When transporting the marine pack, be sure to remove your camcorder from it. Otherwise this might damage the unit. Note When you use the supplied carrying bag, attach the supplied carrying belt and adjust the length of the belt. Avoid rough handling or a shock. We recommend covering the marine pack with a towel or other protection. Caution on handling27-GB

Identifying parts and controls Remote control transmitter LCD monitorbatterycompartmentMonitor plug Battery check indicator Lithium batterycompartment Grip AUTO FOCUSON/OFF buttonVideo light shoeFront glassUnderwatermicrophone(monaural)POWER switchRear shellFront shellRemote control detector Remote cord(blue)REC lamp (red)LEAK lamp (yellow) LCD monitorSpacerCameramountingshoe FScrew plateBatteryadaptor Belt Cameramounting shoe GA/V connecting cableCameramounting shoe ICameramountingshoe HMicrophone cord START/ STOP buttonPHOTObutton ZOOM buttonsO-ringGuide railA/V multi- cord28-GB Specifications Material Aluminum alloy, glass, plastic (ABS, PC) Waterproofing O-ring, 3 latches Usable depth Up to 75 m (246 feet) Underwater microphone Condenser microphone (monaural) Controllable function Power on/off, recording start/stop, auto focus on/off, power zooming, tape photo recording Dimensions Approx. 312 × 212 × 318 mm (w/h/d) (12 3/8 × 8 3/8 × 12 5/8 in.) Mass Approx. 4.4 kg (9 lb 11 oz) (the unit only) Included items Marine pack (1) Camera mounting shoe F, G, H, I (1 each) Spacer (1) Screw plate (2) Screw driver part (1) Wide-conversion lens (1) Color filter (1) Lithium battery CR2 (1) Grease (1) O-ring (1) Sunshade (1) Reflex prevention ring (2) Strap (3) Carrying bag (1) Carrying belt (1) Set of printed documentation Recommended accessory Underwater video light HVL-ML20M Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.2-FR Fonctions et précautions