WP-DC41 - Camera CANON - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Waterproof housing for digital camera
Compatible brand	Canon (specific models, see instructions)
Maximum waterproof depth	40 m (130 ft)
Waterproof rating	IPX8 (equivalent)
Body material	Polycarbonate
Seal	O-ring (replaceable, recommended annually)
Dimensions (excluding protrusions)	129.6 × 81.8 × 70.9 mm
Volume	Approx. 390 cm³
Weight (housing only with diffuser plate)	Approx. 275 g
Operating temperature	0 to 40 °C
Power supply	Camera battery (not included)
Main functions	Shutter button, zoom lever, ON/OFF button, video button, FUNC/SET buttons, navigation, flash, macro, playback
Included accessories	Wrist strap, diffuser plate, silicone grease for seal, instruction manual
Maintenance	Rinse with fresh water after use, dry completely, clean the seal, apply silicone grease
Available spare parts	Seal, diffuser plate, wrist strap
Safety	Do not use beyond 40 m, avoid temperatures >40°C, do not leave in sun, check seal before each dive
Compatibility	Requires a compatible Canon camera (not included)

Frequently Asked Questions - WP-DC41 CANON

How to check the housing's watertightness before use?

Before installing the camera, close the empty housing and hold it underwater at a depth of 15 cm for about 3 minutes. If there is a leak, contact Canon customer service.

What to do if water enters the housing?

Immediately turn off the camera to prevent fire or electric shock. Wipe the inside of the housing and the camera with a soft dry cloth, then contact Canon customer service.

How to prevent condensation inside the housing?

Avoid sudden changes from hot to cold places. If condensation appears, stop using the device, remove it from the housing and wipe surfaces with a soft dry cloth.

How often should the seal be replaced?

Canon recommends replacing the seal once a year. For replacement, contact Canon customer service.

How to maintain the seal?

Carefully remove the seal, clean the groove with a cotton swab, apply a drop of the supplied silicone grease on your finger and coat the entire seal evenly. Reinsert it without twisting.

Can I use the housing with any Canon camera?

No, the WP-DC41 is designed for specific models. Check the compatibility list in the manual or on the Canon website.

What shooting modes are available with the housing?

Once the camera is installed, only modes AUTO, 10, 8 and 20 are available. You select them in the FUNC menu.

How to attach the diffuser plate?

Clip the plate onto the flash window. To remove it, gently lift it. Avoid scratching the surface to prevent altering the flash diffusion.

What precautions after use in the sea?

Rinse the housing thoroughly with clean water and let it soak for several hours to remove salt deposits. Then dry it completely with a soft cloth.

Can I use the housing as a flotation device?

No, never use the housing as a buoy or flotation device. This presents a risk of drowning.

USER MANUAL WP-DC41 CANON

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ストラップを取り付けます。

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拡散板を取り付けます。

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防水パッキン

バックルを外してケースを開きます。

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ケースを閉じます。

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ケースを閉じます。

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

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.

• 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, 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).

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).

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

Places subject to strong sunlight.

Humid or dusty areas.

Near substances such as •

naphthalene or insecticides

Do not drop or throw the Waterproof Case.

The above actions may warp the case and cause malfunctions.

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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.

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

⑩ Movie Button
⑪ FUNC./SET (Function/Set) Button
⑫ ↓ (Flash)/▶ Button
⑬ (Macro)/◀ Button
⑭ (Playback) Button

Preparations

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Attach the strap.

Do not attach any straps except for the ones included with the Waterproof Case.

Diffusion Plate

Attach the diffusion plate.

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Removing the Diffusion Plate

Lift and remove the diffusion plate.

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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.

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Release the catch to open the case.

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

Apply silicon grease to the waterproof seal.

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

Preparing the Camera

Strap Memory Card Battery

Inserting the Camera Into the Case

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

- 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.

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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Close the case.

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

Make sure that the catch is securely locked.

Using the Camera

Refer to the Camera User Guide for details on how to use the camera. However, when the camera is inserted into the case, the following operation methods are different:

How to Use the FUNC. Menu

Press the FUNC SET button.

Press the ◀▶ buttons to choose a menu item, then press the FUNC SET button.

Press the ◀▶ buttons to choose an item, then press the ⬊️ button.

Available Shooting Modes

When the camera is inserted into the case, Shooting modes are limited to AUTO, 14, 8; or 5. You can choose the Shooting mode in FUNC. menu.

Custom White Balance

In mode, choose the FUNC. menu to set the white balance manually. Try this for adjusting the white balance to the shooting conditions.

After choosing 📋 in the FUNC. menu, make sure the entire screen is filled with a plain, white colored subject. Press the Ⓗ️ button for more than 1 second, then resease the Ⓗ️ button.

When the camera is inserted into the case, certain functions will be limited:

The following functions are not available:

Magnified display•

Scroll Display•

Movie editing•

Customizing the self-timer•

Functions that use ▲, ▼, and MENU are not available.

Removing the Camera

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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.

Open the case and remove the camera.

Care and Maintenance

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

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Close the case.

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

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: 129.6 x 81.8 x 70.9 mm(5.10 x 3.22 x 2.79 in.)(excluding protrusions)
Volume: Approx. 390 cm ^3 (23.8 in. ^3 )*
Weight: Approx. 275 g (9.70 oz.)(Waterproof Case only*)

*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.

Deutsch

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⑨ Streuscheibe
⑩ Movie-Taste
⑪ Taste FUNC. SET FUNC./SET (Funktion/Einstellen)
⑫ Taste ♣ (Blitz)/▶
⑬ Taste (Makro)/
⑭ Taste ▶ (Wiedergabe)

Vorbereitungen

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a 40 metros (130 pies).

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Junta hermética

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Monte la correa.

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Cierre el estuche.

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Cierre el estuche.

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Fixez la dragonne.

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Fermez le boîtier.

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Fermez le boîtier.

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Закрепите ремень.

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Закройте футляр.

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Закройте футляр.

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请勿投掷或摔落防水套。

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安装腕带。

请只安装防水套附带的腕带。

闪光扩散板

安装闪光扩散板。

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取下闪光扩散板

抬起并取下闪光扩散板。

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防水封条

解开扣环以打开防水套。

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关闭防水套。

请确保防水封条上没有附着灰尘或污物等。

请检查扣环是否锁紧。

使用相机

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请将沾在防水套上的水滴全部擦干。

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关闭防水套。

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