WP-DC36 - Camera CANON - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Waterproof housing for camera
Brand	Canon
Model	WP-DC36
Maximum waterproof depth	40 meters (130 feet)
Body material	Polycarbonate
External dimensions	132.5 x 89.3 x 67.2 mm (excluding protruding parts)
Weight	Approx. 285 g (housing only, with diffuser plate)
Volume	Approx. 455 cm³
Operating temperature	0 to 40 °C
Waterproofing	O-ring (crimp seal)
Included accessories	Lanyard, wrist strap, diffuser plate, silicone grease, instruction manual
Tripod thread	Yes
Diffuser plate	Included, for flash diffusion
Recommended weight (sold separately)	1 WW-DC1 weight to prevent buoyancy
Camera compatibility	Requires camera with battery and memory card installed
Seal maintenance	Apply silicone grease before each use; replace once a year
Cleaning after use	Rinse with fresh water, wipe dry with soft cloth; do not wash inside
Usage precautions	Do not use the lanyard underwater; avoid temperatures >40°C; check the seal before each use
Storage	Store housing slightly open to preserve the seal
Customer service	Contact Canon customer service if problems occur

Frequently Asked Questions - WP-DC36 CANON

How to install the camera in the WP-DC36 waterproof housing?

Ensure the battery and memory card are inserted in the camera. Remove the lanyard, then gently insert the camera into the housing, facing the lens window. Check the cleanliness of the O-ring, then close the housing, making sure the latch is fully engaged.

What is the maximum depth of the Canon WP-DC36?

The WP-DC36 waterproof housing is designed for underwater use down to 40 meters (130 feet). It complies with IPX8 protection.

How to maintain the O-ring?

Before each use, remove the O-ring, clean the groove with a cotton swab, apply a drop of the supplied silicone grease on your finger and coat the O-ring evenly. Reinsert it without twisting. It is recommended to replace the O-ring once a year.

What to do in case of condensation inside the housing?

If condensation forms, stop using the device immediately. Remove the camera, carefully wipe the inside of the housing and the camera with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid sudden temperature changes.

Can I use the lanyard underwater?

No, it is forbidden to use the lanyard underwater as it could wrap around the neck and cause strangulation. Remove the lanyard and attach the wrist strap before any underwater use.

How to properly apply silicone grease?

Carefully remove the O-ring. Clean the groove with a cotton swab. Place a drop of grease on your finger and coat the entire surface of the O-ring evenly. Reinsert the O-ring without twisting. Use only the supplied grease.

What are the optional accessories for this housing?

A weight for the waterproof housing (Canon reference WW-DC1) is sold separately. It prevents the housing from floating underwater. Check the technical specifications for the recommended number of weights.

How to clean the housing after use in the sea?

After use, thoroughly dry the housing. Wash it under running water to remove salt deposits, then wipe it completely with a soft, dry cloth. If used in the ocean, soak the housing in clean water for several hours.

Is the housing compatible with all Canon cameras?

The WP-DC36 is designed for specific Canon models. For exact compatibility, please refer to the list of compatible cameras in the official documentation or on Canon's website.

How to activate underwater mode on the camera?

Set the mode dial to the camera icon (), then press the ON/OFF button. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select [P], and ◀▶ to choose [■] (underwater mode). Press DISP. and select [ˈɪk] with ◀▶ to confirm.

USER MANUAL WP-DC36 CANON

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Make sure you read this guide before using the • Waterproof Case.

Store this guide safely so that you can use it in the future.

Checking the Package Contents

Check if the following items are included in your Waterproof Case package. If anything is missing, contact the retailer from which you purchased the Waterproof Case.

□ Waterproof Case
□ Neck Strap
□ Wrist Strap
□ Diffusion Plate
□ Silicon Grease for the Waterproof Seal
□ User Guide (this guide)

Separately Sold Accessories

Canon Waterproof Case Weight WW-DC1• When taking pictures underwater, these weights prevent the Waterproof Case from floating. Please refer to Specifications (p. 12) for the number of recommended weights to be attached. For information on attaching the weights, please refer to the user guide supplied with the weights.

Read This First

Before you use the Waterproof Case, make sure it is functioning correctly and does not leak. To check for leaks, close the camera case before putting the camera in, and hold it under water at an approximate depth of 15 cm (5.9 in.) for about three minutes. If it leaks, contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Disclaimer

Reprinting, transmitting, or storing in a retrieval system • any part of this guide without the permission of Canon is prohibited.

Canon reserves the right to change the contents of this guide at any time without prior notice.

Illustrations and screenshots in this guide may differ • slightly from the actual equipment.

Canon Inc., its subsidiaries and affiliates, and • distributors of the Waterproof Case are not liable for any damages due to misuse of the case.

Please also carefully read the • Camera User Guide supplied with your camera.

• : Things you should be careful about.

- Hints for getting more out of your Waterproof Case.

The various types of memory cards that can be used in • the camera are collectively referred to as memory cards in this guide.

Safety Precautions

Before using the Waterproof Case, please ensure that you • read the safety precautions below. Always ensure that the Waterproof Case is operated correctly.

The safety precautions noted on the following pages are intended to prevent injuries to yourself and other persons, or damage to the equipment.

Warning

Denotes the possibility of serious injury or death.

Caution Denotes the possibility of injury.

Caution

Denotes the possibility of damage to the Waterproof Case and camera.

Warning

Be sure to remove the camera after using the Waterproof Case.

Leaving the camera in the Waterproof Case and placing it in direct sunlight or other places subject to high temperatures may result in fire, or cause the case to burst.

Do not use the Waterproof Case as a personal flotation device (such as a life preserver).

Do not use the neck strap under water.

Remove the neck strap and attach the wrist strap before using the Waterproof Case underwater. Using the neck strap may cause it to become wrapped around the neck and result in strangulation or other injuries.

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Caution

Immediately turn off the camera if the Waterproof Case leaks.

Leaks could result in fire or electrical shock. Thoroughly wipe the Waterproof Case interior and the camera dry and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

Caution

Be careful of condensation.

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 as the condensation may cause a malfunction. Remove the camera, and wipe off the condensation from the case and camera with a soft, dry cloth so that it is completely dry.

Do not insert the camera with the strap attached. Do not press the buttons or lever with unnecessary force when using the case underwater. Do not spray the waterproof seal with tap-water. Do not damage the waterproof seal, or allow dirt to accumulate between the waterproof seal and the case. Do not disassemble or modify the Waterproof Case.

The above actions could cause leaks.

Avoid using or storing the Waterproof Case in the following places.

Depths exceeding 40 meters • (130 ft.).

Places subject to temperatures • above 40 °C (104 °F).

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Avoid placing, or storing the Waterproof Case in the following places.

Places subject to strong sunlight. Humid or dusty areas. Near substances such as napthalene or insecticides

Do not drop or throw the Waterproof Case.

The above actions may warp the case and cause malfunctions.

Use only the supplied silicon grease.

Use of other waterproofing products may impair the strength of the Waterproof Case.

Waterproof Seal

Debris 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.

If you notice that the waterproof seal is damaged or • cracked, stop using the case immediately and contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk.

When storing your Waterproof Case, keep it open to prevent the waterproof seal from deforming and to maintain its waterproof capabilities.

Protect the waterproof seal from dust and scratches during • storage.

To ensure that the case remains watertight, you should replace the seal once a year.

- Please contact a Canon Customer Support Help Desk for replacement seals.

Components Guide

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① Strap Mounts
② Shutter Button
③ Zoom Lever
④ Power Button
⑤ Lock Release Switch
⑥ Catch
⑦ Lens Window
⑧ Tripod Socket
⑨ Diffusion Plate

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⑩ Mode Switch
⑪ ▶ (Playback) Button
⑫ (Exposure Compensation)/ ▲ Button
⑬ ↓ (Flash)/▶ Button
⑭ FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button
⑮ (Macro)/▲ (Infinity)/◀ Button
⑯ (Self-timer)/ (Single Image Erase)/ ▼ Button
⑰ DISP. (Display) Button
⑱ MENU Button

Preparations

1 Attach the strap and adjust the length.

• Remove the neck strap and attach the wrist strap before using the case underwater. Using the neck strap may cause it to become wrapped around the neck and result in strangulation or other injuries. Do not attach the strap included with the camera.

Diffusion Plate

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2 Attach the diffusion plate.

Do not scratch the surface of the diffusion plate, as this may prevent light from the flash from being properly diffused.

The effectiveness of the diffusion plate may be • impaired if the subject is too close to the camera.

Removing the Diffusion Plate

Lift and remove the diffusion plate.

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3 Release the catch to open the case. When using commercially available •

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

Waterproof Seal

4 Apply silicon grease to the waterproof seal.

1. Remove the waterproof seal as shown. Do not dig your fingernails into it or pull • on it forcibly.
2. Using a cotton swab, wipe off any debris in the mounting groove.
3. Apply a small amount (droplet) of grease to your fingertip, and evenly coat the entire surface of the waterproof seal.
4. Place the waterproof seal back in the seal mounting groove. Take care not to twist it.

Preparing the Camera

C458 Strap Memory Card Battery

5 Remove the strap, and make sure the battery and memory card are in the camera.

- Please refer to the Camera User Guide for information on the correct battery, and how to insert the battery and memory card. Use a battery that is adequately charged. - Check the estimated capacity of your memory - card and ensure there is enough space to record images.

Inserting the Camera Into the Case

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6 Insert the camera into the Waterproof Case.

Choose a place well away from salty sea air. • Keep the lens window clean by wiping it gently • with a dry cloth.

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7 Close the case.

Make sure that the waterproof seal is free of • debris.

Make sure that the catch is securely locked.

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

Using the Camera

Please refer to the Camera User Guide for instructions on how to use the camera.

Underwater Mode

Setting the camera to [:] mode will tone down the blues, letting you obtain more natural colors when shooting underwater.

Mode Switch ▲ Button ► Button ●按钮 DISP. Button ◀ Button ▼ Button

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Set the mode switch to 📷.

2

Press the 📊 button, then press the ▲▼ buttons to choose [P], and press the ◀▶ buttons to choose [→] (at the right).

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Press the DISP. button, then press the ◀▶ buttons to choose [ :][k] and press the ⏚ button.

Removing the Camera Care and Maintenance

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1 Thoroughly dry the case, wiping off all the water.

Remove any dirt, sand, hair or other debris • from the case and wash it with clean, running water to remove any salt deposits.

2 Open the case and remove the camera.

Make sure to do the following after using the Waterproof Case.

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1 Close the case. Do not wash, th

Do not wash the interior of the Waterproof • Case with water. Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

2 Thoroughly wash the case with clean water, then wipe it completely dry with a soft, dry cloth.

After using the case in the ocean, soak it in clean water for several hours to remove any salt deposits.

Specifications

Waterproof Capability:

Meets IEC/JIS protection rating “IPX8” equivalentFor use within a depth of 40m (130 ft.)

Waterproofing: Seal (crimp-type O-ring)

Body Materials: Polycarbonate

Camera Operating Temperatures:

0 to 40 °C (32 to 104 °F)

Dimensions: 132.5 x 89.3 x 67.2 mm(5.22 x 3.52 x 2.65 in.)(excluding protrusions)

Volume: Approx. 455 cm ^3 (15.4 fl. oz. (US))

Weight: Approx. 285 g (10.1 oz.)

(Waterproof Case only*)

Number of Separately Sold Waterproof Case Weights (WW-DC1) Recommended Mounting: 1 weight
*Including diffusion plate

All data noted here are based on Canon's testing standards. Product specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice.

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⑪ ▶(播放)按钮
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⑬ ↘(闪光灯) ▶ 按钮
⑭ FUNC./SET(功能/设置)按钮
⑮ (微距 ▲(无限远 ✗按钮
⑯ (自拍机) (删除单张图像) 按钮
⑰ DISP.(显示)按钮
⑱ MENU(菜单)按钮

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