WP-DC24 - Camera CANON - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Waterproof housing for digital camera
Brand	Canon
Model	WP-DC24
Maximum underwater depth	40 meters (130 feet)
Seal type	O-ring, compliant with JIS Class 8 protection
Housing materials	Polycarbonate, ABS, glass, EPDM
External dimensions (excluding protrusions)	132.6 × 91.1 × 67.8 mm
Weight (housing only with diffuser plate)	Approximately 315 g
Operating temperature	0 to 40 °C
Included accessories	Collar, wrist strap, diffuser plate, silicone grease, user manual
Care and cleaning	Rinse with fresh water after each use, dry with a soft cloth, check the O-ring, replace the O-ring once a year
Safety instructions	Do not exceed 40 m, avoid shocks, do not disassemble, remove camera after use, do not expose to heat
Repairability	Contact Canon customer service; replaceable O-ring

Frequently Asked Questions - WP-DC24 CANON

What is the maximum depth for using the WP-DC24 waterproof housing?

The housing can be used up to 40 meters (130 feet) depth, compliant with JIS Class 8 protection.

How to prepare the housing before underwater use?

Before each use, check the condition of the O-ring, apply a thin layer of silicone grease, and perform a leak test by submerging the empty housing at 15 cm for 3 minutes.

What accessories are included with the waterproof housing?

The housing comes with: collar, wrist strap, diffuser plate for the flash, silicone grease, and the user manual.

How to clean the housing after use in the sea?

After use in salt water, immerse the closed housing in fresh water for several hours to dissolve salt deposits. Then wipe the exterior with a soft dry cloth. Also clean the interior with a dry cloth.

What to do if water leaks into the housing?

Stop using immediately, remove the camera, wipe the interior and exterior of the housing and camera, then contact Canon customer service.

How often should the O-ring be replaced?

Canon recommends replacing the O-ring once a year to ensure optimal waterproofing. Contact Canon customer service for a replacement O-ring.

How to prevent condensation inside the housing?

Avoid sudden temperature changes. If condensation forms, remove the camera, wipe the interior, and let it dry completely before next use. Use anti-fog products only on the interior lens window.

Can I use the housing with any Canon camera?

The WP-DC24 is designed for specific Canon cameras, especially those using the NB-5L battery. Check the compatibility list in the user manual.

What precautions for underwater flash photography?

Always attach the included diffuser plate to evenly distribute the flash light. Make sure not to pinch the plate cord when closing the housing.

Is it possible to operate the housing at sub-zero temperatures?

It is not recommended to use the housing below 0 °C. Low temperatures reduce battery life and may affect performance. Keep the housing warm before use.

USER MANUAL WP-DC24 CANON

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• While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. Canon reserves the right to change the specifications of the hardware and software described herein at any time without prior notice.
• No part of this guide may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form, by any means, without the prior written permission of Canon.
• Canon makes no warranties for damages resulting from corrupted or lost data due to a mistaken operation or malfunction of the camera, the software, the memory cards, personal computers, peripheral devices, or use of non-Canon memory cards.

Copyright © Canon Inc. 2008 All rights reserved.

Please read this manual carefully to operate the Waterproof Case correctly.

Store this manual in a safe place for further reference once you have read it.

Introduction

- Thank you for purchasing this Waterproof Case. Once installed in the Waterproof Case, you can use your Canon Digital Camera in the rain, at the beach or on the ski slopes. You can also use it underwater at depths down to 40 meters (130 ft.) and in wet or dusty environments.

- Before you use the Waterproof Case, please make sure the case is functioning correctly and does not leak. Close the Waterproof Case before installing the camera and hold it underwater at an approximate depth of 15 cm (5.9 in.) for around three minutes to check for leaks. Perform a similar check after you install the camera. If it leaks, contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

- Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and distributors of the Waterproof Case are not liable for any consequential damages arising from corrupted or lost data due to mistaken operation or malfunction of the Waterproof Case, the camera, the battery or the memory card that results in the failure of an image to be recorded. - Please carefully read the Camera User Guide supplied with your camera also.

Unpacking

The Waterproof Case is shipped with the items listed below. Please check your package now to confirm that it is complete. Contact your Canon dealer if anything is missing.

• Waterproof Case WP-DC24
- Neck Strap
• Wrist Strap
- Diffusion Plate
• Silicone Grease for the Waterproof Seal
- User Guide (this guide)

Safety Precautions

Before you use the Waterproof Case, thoroughly read these precautions to ensure correct use. The precautions described below are for ensuring safe use of the Waterproof Case and for preventing danger and damage to yourself and others. Thoroughly understand the details of these precautions before reading the rest of this manual.

• After you use the Waterproof Case, be sure to remove the camera from it. If you leave the Waterproof Case containing the camera in direct sunlight or in a high-temperature place, this may cause a fire or the case to burst.
- Do not use the Waterproof Case in place of a personal flotation device (life jacket).
- Do not use the neck strap underwater. Remove the neck strap and attach the wrist strap before use underwater. There is danger that the neck strap will become entangled and cause strangulation or another mishap.
- Do not use the Waterproof Case at water depths exceeding 40 meters (130 ft.). The case may malfunction, suffer damage or leak.

• Do not press the buttons or the lever of the Waterproof Case with unnecessary force when in the water. This may warp the casing and cause leaks.
• When cleaning the case, do not spray water at the waterproof seal under pressure. This may cause leaks.
• Do not disassemble or modify the Waterproof Case. This may cause leaks.
• Do not damage the waterproof seal, scratch its contact surfaces, or allow dirt, sand, hair or other debris to accumulate between the waterproof seal and the case. This may cause leaks.
• Do not use the Waterproof Case in water at temperatures above 40^ (104°F). Heat may warp the casing and cause leaks.
• Do not leave the Waterproof Case in direct sunlight, inside a car in hot weather, or near a heater. Heat may warp the casing and cause leaks. Cover it with a towel, for example, if you have to leave it in the sun.

Handling Precautions

• Do not drop or throw the Waterproof Case.
• Use only the supplied silicone grease. Use of other waterproofing products may impair the strength of the Waterproof Case. If any other waterproofing product is mistakenly applied, wipe it off immediately.
• Avoid opening or closing the Waterproof Case near water. When you are installing the camera or changing the memory card or the battery, choose a place with low humidity well away from salty sea air.
• Avoid using the Waterproof Case for long periods of time in hot temperatures.

• Battery life is reduced in cold temperatures. When you use the Waterproof Case in very cold places, keep it warm by putting it in a bag whenever you are not shooting. It is not advisable to use the Waterproof Case in temperatures below the freezing point.

• Moving the Waterproof Case rapidly between hot and cold temperatures may cause condensation (water droplets) to form on its internal surfaces. If this occurs, stop using the camera immediately as the condensation may cause a malfunction. Remove the camera from the Waterproof Case and wipe off the condensation from the Waterproof Case and the camera with a soft and dry cloth, and wait until the moisture evaporates completely before resuming use.

About Water Leakage

Stop shooting immediately if the Waterproof Case leaks. If you use the camera in this state, this may cause a fire or electric shocks. Never use it in this state. Thoroughly wipe the Waterproof Case interior and the camera dry. Please contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Waterproof Seal

- Debris (e.g. sand, dirt or hair) stuck to the waterproof seal may cause water leakage. Catching a single strand of hair or a tiny grain of sand in the seal can cause leaks.

• When removing the seal from your Waterproof Case, use your fingers so you do not damage the waterproof seal (as shown in Fig 1.). Do not dig your fingernails into it or use pointed or metallic objects to remove it.
• Do not pull the waterproof seal. Pulling the seal may overstretch it, which may cause the case to not close properly and cause leaks.
• While mounting the waterproof seal, do not twist or pull the seal with force. Extreme care should be taken to ensure the waterproof seal is level around the mounting groove. Please check to ensure that the waterproof seal is working.

Fig. 1

• Be careful not to apply too much grease. Applying too much grease to the seal may cause water leakage (about a droplet is sufficient).
• Do not use paper or cloth to apply the grease to the seal.
• A damaged or cracked waterproof seal may cause leaks. Please contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

To ensure that the Waterproof Case remains waterproof, it is recommended to replace the seal once a year. Please contact your Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Care and Maintenance

- Wash the exterior of the Waterproof Case with enough clean fresh water (tap water under 30 °C/86 °F, etc.) as soon as possible after using it. It is particularly advisable to soak it in fresh water for several hours after use in salt water to remove salt deposits. Please check that you have locked the catch securely to prevent water from entering the case. Wipe it dry with a soft cloth after washing. To avoid scratching the Waterproof Case, do not wipe it while any sand or grit remains on it. The metal parts may rust or the buttons may become hard to press if salt deposits remain. Wipe the interior of the case with a soft, dry cloth. Do not wash it with water.

Components

Front

Lens Window

Since dirt or smudges on the lens window may show in photographs, keep the lens window clean by wiping it gently with a soft, dry cloth.

Back

Preparations

Preparing the Camera

Please also read the Camera User Guide for detailed instructions.

1 Confirm that the camera's power is off and open the memory card slot/battery cover.

2 Insert the battery (Battery Pack NB-5L), and the memory card.

• Please confirm the installation methods for the battery and memory card in the Camera User Guide for your camera.
• Use a battery that is adequately charged.
• Check the estimated capacity (recordable images) of your memory card and ensure there is enough storage space on the memory card to record your images.

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3Remove the wrist strap from the camera.

The camera's strap may catch in the waterproof seal when opening or closing the Waterproof Case and cause leaks if it is not removed.

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Do not use the camera's wrist strap as a strap for the Waterproof Case.

Preparing the Waterproof Case

4 Fasten both ends of the neck strap to the strap mounts as shown, and adjust it to a comfortable length.

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Use the neck strap when carrying the camera on the beach. Remove the neck strap and attach the wrist strap before use underwater. There is danger that the neck strap will become entangled and cause strangulation or another mishap.

5Slide the lock button as shown, and release the catch to open the back cover.

- When using commercially available anticondensation products, the anticondensation solution should only be applied to the inside surface of the lens window using a soft cloth. If anticondensation solution comes in contact with any surface other than the inside of the lens window, wipe it off immediately with a soft, dry cloth, as it could lead to deterioration of the Waterproof Case.

Apply a thin coat of grease to the entire seal before using the Waterproof Case in order to prevent abrasion and deterioration.

For waterproof seal handling precautions, see Waterproof Seal (p. 6).

1. Remove the waterproof seal.
2. Using a cotton swab, wipe off any debris (e.g. sand, dirt or hair) which is present on the waterproof seal and on the seal mounting groove of the Waterproof Case.
3. Apply a small amount (droplet) of grease to your fingertip.
4. Evenly coat the entire surface of the waterproof seal, taking care not to scratch the surface.
5. Place the waterproof seal back in the seal mounting groove of the Waterproof Case.

Installing the Camera

6 Insert the camera into the Waterproof Case as shown.

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7 Close the Waterproof Case.

- Make sure that the waterproof seal and its contact surfaces are free of debris (e.g. sand, dirt or hair). Catching a single strand of hair or a tiny grain of sand in the seal can cause leaks.

• Make sure that the catch is fastened properly.

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8Turn the mode switch in the direction of the arrow to engage the camera's mode switch.

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Shooting

1 Press the power button to turn on the power.

2Turn the mode switch to

3Adjust settings as required.

- You can adjust the zoom with the zoom lever.

Using the Control Dial

Operation of the camera's Control Dial is slightly different.

1. When you want to rotate the control dial clockwise, press the button while keeping the button pressed down.
2. When you want to rotate the control dial counterclockwise, press the button while keeping the button pressed down.

Setting the Special Scene mode to (Underwater)

You can obtain more natural appearing coloration underwater if you set the Special Scene mode to his mode selects the optimal white balance for marine lighting and tones down the blue colors.

1. Turn the mode switch to SCA special Scene mode).
2. While keeping the button pressed, use the or button to select.

When shooting in the following modes, note that you can set the white balance manually with the press of a single button if you assign the (Custom White Balance) function to the button. This is recommended for adjusting the white balance to the shooting conditions.

• (Manual)
• (digital Macro)
- [Standard)
• ( C o m p a c t ) • Time Lapse)

4 Use the LCD monitor to compose the shot. Press the shutter button halfway and wait until the indicator lights green or orange. After it lights, press the shutter button all the way.

• Make sure that the lens window is always clean.
- Ensure that your fingers do not obstruct the lens window, flash or diffusion plate when shooting.

- If the power saving function activates and shuts off the power, press the power button again.

5 When you are finished, press the power button to turn off the camera.

Using the Flash

In order to evenly distribute light from the flash, please attach the diffusion plate.

• Do not scratch the surface of the diffusion plate, as this may prevent flash light from being diffused properly.
• Attach the diffusion plate for flash photography because image edges may darken otherwise. Please note, however, that the effectiveness of the diffusion plate may be impaired if the subject is too close to the camera.

Attaching the Diffusion Plate

1 Thread the cord through the strap mount.

2Fit the diffusion plate onto the Waterproof Case.

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Be sure not to trap the cord of the diffusion plate when closing the catch of the Waterproof Case.

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Catch

Removing the Diffusion Plate

Grip the diffusion plate and detach it by pulling in the direction shown by the arrow.

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Playback

1 Press the (Playback) button.

2When you have finished using the camera, turn the camera off.

After you use the Waterproof Case, be sure to remove the camera from it. If you leave the Waterproof Case containing the camera in direct sunlight or in a high-temperature place, this may cause a fire or the case to burst.

Removing the Camera

1 After use, be sure to completely dry all the water from the Waterproof Case.

- Remove any dirt, sand, hair or other debris from the Waterproof Case, and wash it with clean, running tap water to remove salt deposits.

2 Slide the lock button as shown, and release the catch to open the back cover. Remove the camera from the case.

• Be careful not to allow drops of water from your hair or body to fall on the camera or Waterproof Case interior when the case is open.
• Do not wash the interior of the Waterproof Case with water. Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

Storage

• Store your Waterproof Case carefully, in an opened state to prevent the waterproof seal from deforming and to maintain its waterproof effect.
• Protect the waterproof seal from dust or scratches during storage.
• Do not store the Waterproof Case in hot, cold or humid places, or near substances such as naphthalene or insecticides.

Specifications

Maximum Depth: 40 m (130 ft.) (Meets JIS protection class 8 for waterproofing.)

Waterproofing: Seal, O-ring, etc.

Main Materials: Polycarbonate, ABS, clear plate glass, EPDM, etc.

Camera's Operating Temperature:0 to 40 °C(32 to 104 °F)

Dimensions: 132.6 x 91.1 x 67.8 mm(5.22 x 3.59 x 2.67 in.)(excluding protrusions)

Volume: Approx. 485 cm ^3 (16.4 fl. oz.(US))

Weight: Approx. 315 g (11.1 oz.)(Waterproof Case only*)

* Including diffusion plate
Subject to change without notice.

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