Olympus Camera Accessories PT 019 User Manual

Instruction Manual  
For the digital camera  
CAMEDIA C-5000 Zoom  
Waterproof Case  
PT-019  
I Thank you for buying the Waterproof Case PT-019.  
I Please read this instruction manual carefully and use the product safely  
and correctly.  
I Please keep this instruction manual for reference after reading it.  
I Wrong use may cause damage to the camera on the inside from water  
leakage, and repair may not be possible.  
I Before use, perform an advance check as described in this manual.  
 
WARNING  
1. Keep this product out of the reach of babies, infants, and children.  
There is the possibility of occurrence of the following types of  
accidents.  
ț Injury by dropping onto the body from a height.  
ț Injury from parts of the body getting caught in parts which open  
and close.  
ț Swallowing of small parts. Please consult a physician immediately  
if any parts have been swallowed.  
ț Triggering of the flash in front of the eyes may cause permanent  
vision impairment etc.  
2. Do not store with a battery in the digital camera housed in this  
product. Storage with a battery inserted may lead to leakage of the  
battery liquid and fire.  
3. If leakage of water should occur with a camera installed in this  
product, quickly remove the battery from the camera. There is the  
possibility of ignition and explosion from generation of hydrogen gas.  
4. This product is made of resin. There is the possibility that injuries  
may be caused when it becomes broken because of strong impact  
with a rock or other hard objects. Please handle with sufficient care.  
5. The silica gel and the grease for silicone O-rings for this product  
are not edible.  
CAUTION  
1. Do not disassemble or modify this product. This may cause water  
leakage or trouble. In case of disassembly or modification by  
persons other than those appointed by our company, the guarantee  
shall not apply.  
2. Do not place this product at locations with abnormally high or  
abnormally low temperatures or at locations with extreme  
temperature changes. The product may deteriorate.  
3. Opening and closing at locations with much sand, dust, or dirt may  
impair the waterproof characteristic and cause water leakage. This  
should be avoided.  
4. This product has been designed and manufactured for use at a  
water depth within 40 m. Please note that diving to a depth in  
excess of 40 m may cause permanent deformation or damage to  
the Case and the camera inside the Case or may lead to water  
leakage.  
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5. Jumping into the water with the Case in your pocket or in your  
hand, throwing the Case from a boat or ship into the water, and  
other rough handling may cause water leakage. Please handle with  
sufficient care, when handing it over from hand to hand etc.  
6. If the camera on the inside should become wet because of water  
leakage etc., immediately wipe off all moisture and confirm the  
operation.  
7. Please remove the O-ring when traveling by air. Otherwise air  
pressure may make it impossible to open the Case.  
8. For safe use of the digital camera in this product, please read the  
"Instruction Manual" for the digital camera carefully.  
9. When sealing this product, take sufficient care that no foreign  
matter gets caught at the O-ring and the contact surfaces.  
Batteries  
G When using this product, only the LCD monitor of the camera and  
not the optical viewfinder can be used. As a result, more battery  
power is used than when shooting with the LCD monitor turned off.  
G Please use one Olympus lithium ion rechargeable battery for  
cameras (LI-10B).  
G Batteries are subject to self-discharging. Therefore, always charge  
up batteries fully before use.  
G Take care that the battery electrodes do not become wet. This may  
cause trouble or accidents.  
G Carefully read the instruction manual for the camera about other  
cautions regarding batteries.  
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For Prevention of Water Leakage Accidents  
When water leakage occurs while this product is being used, repair of  
the camera housed in this product may become impossible. Please  
observe the following cautions for use.  
1. When sealing this product, make sure that no hairs, fibers, sand  
particles or other foreign matter stick not only to the O-ring, but  
also to the contact surface (flat part of the front cover). Even a  
single hair or a single grain of sand may cause water leakage.  
Please check with special care.  
<Examples for foreign matter sticking to the O-ring>  
Hair  
Fibers  
Grains of sand  
2. The O-ring is a consumption product. Please replace it at least  
once a year by new one. Also perform maintenance for every use.  
3. Deterioration of the O-ring will progress according to the use  
conditions and the storage conditions. Immediately replace the O-ring  
by a new one if it is damaged, shows cracks, or has lost its elasticity.  
4. At the time of O-ring maintenance, clean the inside of the O-ring  
groove and confirm the absence of dirt, dust, sand, and other  
foreign matter.  
5. Apply the specified silicone O-ring grease to the O-ring.  
6. The waterproof function is not effective when the O-ring is not  
installed correctly. When installing the O-ring, take care that it does  
not project from the groove and that it is not twisted. Also, when  
sealing the Case, close the lid after confirming that the O-ring has  
not come out of the groove.  
7. This product is an airtight construction made of plastic (polycarbonate).  
When it is left for a long time in a car, on a boat, at the beach, or at  
other places reaching a high temperature, or when it is subjected for a  
long time to uneven external force, it may be deformed and the  
waterproof function may be lost. Pay sufficient attention to temperature  
control. Also do not place heavy objects onto the product during  
storage or transport, and avoid unreasonable storage.  
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8. When the O-ring contact surface is pressed strongly from the  
outside of the Case, or when the Case is twisted, the waterproof  
function may be lost. Take care not to exert excessive force.  
9. Please be sure to perform the advance test and the final test each  
time before using the case.  
10.If you should notice drops of water or other signs of water leakage  
while taking pictures, immediately stop the dive, remove any water  
from the camera and the product, test according to the item "Final  
check", and confirm whether leakage has occurred or not.  
Handling the Product  
G Use or storage of the product at the following locations may cause  
defective operation, defects, trouble, damage, fire, internal  
clouding, or water leakage. Always avoid these locations.  
ț Locations reaching high temperatures such as those under direct  
sunlight, in an automobile, etc.  
ț Locations with open fire  
ț Water depths in excess of 40 m  
ț Locations subject to vibrations  
ț Locations with high temperatures and much dust or with severe  
temperature changes  
ț Locations with volatile substances  
G This product is made of polycarbonate resin with excellent impact  
resistance, but it may be damaged by scraping against rocks etc. It  
also may break when it hits hard objects or is dropped.  
G This product is not a case to soften impacts to the camera inside the  
product. When this product with a digital camera inside it is subjected  
to impacts or heavy objects are placed onto it, the digital camera may  
become damaged. Please handle the product with sufficient care.  
G When the product is not used for a long time, the waterproof  
performance may drop because of deterioration of the O-ring etc.  
Before use, always perform the advance test and the final check.  
G Do not apply excessive force to the tripod socket.  
G When a flash is used while the Case is being used, shadows may  
appear at the edges of the picture. This is especially notable when  
taking pictures in macro mode on the wide-angle side. Please use  
a flash after image confirmation.  
G Do not use the following chemicals for cleaning, corrosion prevention,  
prevention of fogging, repair or other purposes. When these are used  
for the Case directly or indirectly (with the chemicals in vaporized  
state), they may cause cracking under high pressure or other  
problems.  
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Explanation  
Chemicals which cannot be used  
Do not clean the Case with alcohol, gasoline, thinner  
or other volatile organic solvents or with chemical  
detergents etc. Pure water or lukewarm water is  
sufficient.  
Volatile organic solvents,  
chemical detergents  
Do not use anticorrosion agents. The metal parts use  
stainless steel or brass, and washing with pure water  
is sufficient.  
Anticorrosion agent  
Commercial defogging  
agents  
Do not use commercial defogging agents. Always  
use the specified desiccant silica gel.  
Use only the specified silicone grease for the silicone  
O-ring, as otherwise the O-ring surface may  
deteriorate and water leakage may be caused.  
Grease other than specified  
silicone grease  
Do not use adhesive for repairs or other purposes.  
When repair is required, please contact a dealer or a  
service station of our company.  
Adhesive  
G Do not perform operations other than specified in this instruction  
manual, do not remove or modify parts other than specified, and do  
not use parts other than specified.  
Any troubles in taking pictures or with the equipment resulting from  
the above actions shall be outside the guarantee.  
G Our company shall be in no way responsible for accidents involving  
immersion of a digital camera in water.  
G Our company shall not pay any compensation for accidents (injury  
or material damage) at the time of use.  
G When the enclosure of the balance weight breaks, the metal on the  
inside may corrode. Take care not to damage the enclosure.  
G After use, wash the balance weight with pure water and wipe off all  
moisture sufficiently.  
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Contents  
Introduction …………………………………………………………E-1  
Please read the following items before use ……………………E-1  
For safe use…………………………………………………………E-1  
Batteries ……………………………………………………………E-3  
For Prevention of Water Leakage Accidents ……………………E-4  
Handling the Product ………………………………………………E-5  
Contents …………………………………………………………E-7-8  
1. Preparations …………………………………………………E-9  
Check the contents of the package.………………………………E-9  
Names of the parts ……………………………………………E-10  
Install the strap. …………………………………………………E-11  
Master the basic operation.………………………………………E-11  
Holding the Case ………………………………………………E-11  
How to Press the Shutter………………………………………E-12  
How to Use the Mode Dial ……………………………………E-12  
How to Use the Zoom Lever …………………………………E-12  
Setting the Zoom Lever ………………………………………E-13  
Power Switch Operation Method ……………………………E-13  
2. Advance Check of the Case …………………………E-14  
Advance test before use …………………………………………E-14  
Advance Test……………………………………………………E-14  
3. Install the digital camera. ………………………………E-15  
Check the digital camera. ………………………………………E-15  
Battery Confirmation……………………………………………E-15  
Confirmation of the Remaining Number of Pictures to be Taken ……E-15  
Remove the hand/neck strap and lens cap from the digital camera. ……E-15  
Loading in the Case ………………………………………………E-15  
Which digital cameras can be loaded? ………………………E-15  
Check the operation of the camera. …………………………E-15  
Open the Case. ……………………………………………………E-16  
Pull the mode dial of the Case. ………………………………E-16  
Load the digital camera. ………………………………………E-16  
Set the mode dial. ………………………………………………E-17  
Insertion of silica gel ……………………………………………E-17  
Check the loading status. ………………………………………E-18  
Seal the Case. ……………………………………………………E-18  
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Install the special balance weight. ………………………………E-18  
Installation and Removal of the LCD Hood ……………………E-19  
Installation ………………………………………………………E-19  
Removal …………………………………………………………E-19  
Mounting and Removing the Lens Cap…………………………E-20  
Perform the final checks. …………………………………………E-20  
Visual Inspection ………………………………………………E-20  
Set the power to 'ON'. …………………………………………E-20  
Try to move the mode dial. ……………………………………E-20  
Final Test …………………………………………………………E-21  
4. Taking Pictures Under Water …………………………E-22  
How to Use the Hand Strap ……………………………………E-22  
Take pictures carefully. …………………………………………E-22  
Confirm the picture on the LCD monitor. ……………………E-22  
Quietly press the shutter lever. ………………………………E-22  
Cautions when using the flash ………………………………E-22  
5. Handling After Shooting ………………………………E-23  
Wipe off any waterdrop. …………………………………………E-23  
Take out the digital camera. ……………………………………E-24  
Wash the Case with pure water. ………………………………E-25  
Dry the Case.………………………………………………………E-25  
6. Maintaining the Waterproof Function ……………E-26  
Remove the O-ring. ………………………………………………E-26  
Remove any sand, dirt, etc. ……………………………………E-26  
Install the O-ring. …………………………………………………E-27  
How to Apply Grease to the O-ring ……………………………E-27  
Replace consumable products. …………………………………E-28  
7. Appendix………………………………………………………E-29  
Q & A on the use of the PT-019 …………………………………E-29  
After-sale Service …………………………………………………E-34  
Specifications ……………………………………………………E-35  
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1. Preparations  
Check the contents of the package.  
Check that all accessories are in the box.  
Contact your dealer if accessories should be missing or damaged.  
LCD hood  
(on the body)  
Silica gel  
Silicone grease  
Case body  
LCD hood strap  
Hand strap  
Lenscap  
(Check that the O-ring is normal.)  
Pick for O-ring removal  
Balance weight  
Instruction manual  
(this manual)  
Guarantee card  
Please read before use  
Instruction Manual  
For the digital camera  
CAMEDIA C-5000 Zoom  
Read this first about your new  
OLYMPUS Waterproof Case!  
Waterproof Case  
!
PT-019  
Authorised distributors list/  
Authorised service centres list  
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Thank you for buying the Waterproof Case PT-019.  
Please read this instruction manual carefully and use the product safely  
and correctly.  
Please keep this instruction manual for reference after reading it.  
Wrong use may cause damage to the camera on the inside from water  
leakage, and repair may not be possible.  
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Before use, perform an advance check as described in this manual.  
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Names of the parts  
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④�  
⑦�  
①�  
⑧�  
③�  
②�  
③�  
①�  
⑨�  
⑪�  
⑫�  
Palm Grip  
LCD monitor button  
OK/Menu button  
Arrow Pad  
AEL/Custom button  
Flash mode button  
Macro/Spot button  
Selftimer button  
Flash lever  
Flash close lever  
Mode dial knob  
Power switch  
Rear lid  
Loading guide rail  
LCD monitor window  
Grease for silicone O-ring(white cap)  
Silica gel  
Balance weight  
Pick for O-ring removal  
LCD inner hood  
LCD hood  
LCD hood strap  
Shade hood  
Buckle opener  
Lens cap  
Buckle lock lever  
Buckle hook  
Diffuser and diffuser cover  
O-ring  
Shutter lever  
Zoom lever  
Hand strap ring  
Hand strap  
Tripod seat  
Lens ring  
Lens window  
Front lid  
Lens cap strap  
Note The Case operation parts marked by * corresponds to the operation parts  
of the digital camera. When the operation parts of the Case are operated,  
the corresponding functions of the digital camera will operate. For details of  
the functions, refer to the instruction manual for the digital camera.  
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Install the strap.  
Install the strap on the Case body.  
Installation explanation  
Hand strap  
Finished installation  
Hand strap ring  
:
Please install the strap correctly as shown above. Our company  
shall bear no responsibility for damage etc. caused by dropping  
the Case because of incorrect installation of the strap.  
CAUTION  
Master the basic operation.  
Please master the basic operation of the Case before taking pictures.  
Holding the Case  
Hold the Case securely with both hands, keep your elbows close to  
your body, and hold the Case so that you can confirm the picture on the  
LCD monitor of the digital camera through the LCD monitor window of  
the Case.  
Good example  
Bad example  
:
Do not exert excessive force onto the lens window or the lens ring.  
CAUTION  
• Take care not to put your fingers etc. over the lens window  
and the flash diffuser.  
Note: Use the LCD monitor to confirm your picture. The viewfinder cannot be  
used.  
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How to Press the Shutter  
When pressing the shutter lever,  
press it gently, so that there will  
be no movement of the camera.  
Advice If you use your index finger to operate the shutter release lever and  
your middle finger for the zoom lever, you will not need to change  
your finger position.  
Before activating the shutter release lever, the zoom lever should  
be in the neutral (middle) position. The release cannot be activated  
if the zoom lever is in the tele or wide-angle position.  
For more detailed information on operating the shutter release,  
please consult the digital cameras instruction manual.  
How to Use the Mode Dial  
This Case is equipped with a mode  
dial knob which permits operation  
of the mode dial of the loaded  
digital camera from the outside.  
After loading the digital camera  
into the Case, seal the Case and  
confirm that the mode dial can be  
operated.  
Advice Please confirm that the mode dial knob has been set securely to  
the mode dial of the digital camera. If the mode of the digital  
camera does not change when the mode dial knob is operated,  
turn the dial while pushing it lightly.  
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How to Use the Zoom Lever  
Zoom operation is possible by  
operating the zoom lever of this  
Case corresponding to the zoom  
lever of the digital camera in the  
Case.  
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Setting the Zoom Lever  
When loading the digital camera  
in the Case, fit the projecting  
part of the zoom lever of the  
digital camera into the recessed  
part of the zoom lever on the  
inside of the Case.  
:
When loading the camera, confirm that the projecting  
part of the zoom lever of the camera is properly set to  
the recessed part of the zoom lever of the Case.  
When the setting is insufficient, the loading of the  
camera becomes imperfect and it may not be  
possible to seal the Case or zooming may not  
function. Insufficient sealing will cause water leakage.  
CAUTION  
Power Switch Operation Method  
Power switch operation is  
possible by operating the  
power switch lever of this  
Case corresponding to the  
power switch lever of the  
digital camera in the Case.  
Note: When the set time (initial setting: 3 minutes) passes without  
any operation while the digital camera is installed in  
shooting mode, the camera enters into sleep mode (standby  
status) and the operation stops.  
To cancel sleep mode (return to operation status), press the  
shutter button or any other button.  
For details, refer to the instruction manual for the digital  
camera.  
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2. Advance Check of the Case  
Advance test before use  
This Case has been the subject of thorough quality control for the  
parts during the manufacturing process and thorough function  
inspections during the assembly. In addition, a water pressure test  
is performed with a water pressure tester for all products to confirm  
that the performance conforms to the specifications. However,  
depending on the carrying and storage conditions, the maintenance  
status, etc., the waterproof function may be damaged.  
Before diving, always perform the following advance test and the  
water leakage test after installation of the camera.  
Advance Test  
1. Before installing the digital camera in the Case, immerse the  
empty Case to the intended water depth to confirm that there is  
no water leakage.  
2. Main causes of water leakage are as follows.  
ț The O-ring has not been installed.  
ț A part of the O-ring or the entire O-ring is outside the specified  
groove.  
ț O-ring damage, cracks, deterioration or deformation  
ț Sand, fibers, hair or other foreign matter sticking to the O-ring,  
the O-ring groove or the O-ring contact surface on the front lid  
ț Damage to the O-ring groove or the O-ring contact surface on  
the front lid  
ț When closing the Case, check for catching of the hand strap and  
silica gel after the above causes have been eliminated.  
:
The most suitable method for checking water leakage  
is to immerse the Case to the intended water depth.  
When this is difficult, water leakage also can be  
checked at a shallow depth with no water pressure. Do  
not feel that this is troublesome, but perform this test.  
If the advance test should show water leakage with  
normal handling, stop using the Case and contact  
your dealer or an Olympus service station (listed on  
the rear page of this instruction manual).  
CAUTION  
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3. Install the digital camera.  
Check the digital camera.  
Check the digital camera before loading it in the Case.  
Battery Confirmation  
Since the LCD monitor is used for picture confirmation while taking  
pictures under water, the battery life becomes short.  
Confirm that the remaining battery capacity is sufficient.  
Note:In order to avoid losing shutter chances due to an exhausted  
battery, you should always replace a battery with a fully  
charged battery before each dive.  
Confirmation of the Remaining Number of Pictures to be Taken  
Confirm that the image storage has a sufficient remaining number  
of pictures to be taken.  
Remove the hand/neck strap and lens cap from the digital camera.  
When a strap/lens cap is attached to the digital camera, it must be  
removed to ensure proper fit.  
:
When a digital camera is loaded without removing the  
strap, the strap may get caught between the Case lids  
and may cause water leakage.  
When removing the strap, handle the digital camera with  
sufficient care. Our company shall not be responsible for  
damage caused by dropping the camera etc.  
CAUTION  
Loading in the Case  
Which digital cameras can be loaded?  
This product (PT-019) is exclusively used for the CAMEDIA C-5000  
Zoom  
Check the operation of the camera.  
Confirm the operation according to the instruction manual for the  
digital camera.  
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Open the Case.  
Insert the buckle opener of the accessory into the buckle opening  
lever as shown in the figure (in direction ) Pull the buckle opener  
slowly (in direction ). When not using the buckle opener, hold the  
buckle opening lever with your thumb and index finger from the side  
and pull it up slowly.  
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②�  
Pull the mode dial of the Case.  
Pull the mode dial of the Case until  
it stops, so that it does not interfere  
with the mode dial of the digital  
camera.  
Load the digital camera.  
Quietly load the digital camera into  
the Case, taking care that the  
projecting part of the zoom lever of  
the digital camera properly fits into  
the recessed part of the zoom  
lever of the Case.  
:
Confirm that the projecting part of the zoom lever of  
the digital camera is set securely to the zoom lever  
notch on the inside of the Case. When the setting is  
not secure, the loading of the digital camera is not  
complete and closing of the rear lid of the Case may  
not be possible or zoom may not function even when  
the zoom lever is operated.  
CAUTION  
Insufficient sealing will cause water leakage.  
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Set the mode dial.  
After the digital camera has been loaded,  
push down the mode dial of the Case from  
the upper surface of the Case. Set it so that  
the lower part of the mode dial on the inside  
of the Case fits properly onto the upper part  
of the mode dial of the digital camera itself.  
Also, load the camera so that the power  
switch of the digital camera fits into the  
power switch lever notch on the inside of the  
protector.  
Advice  
After setting the mode dial of the Case, set the power of the digital  
camera to 'OFF', and before sealing the Case, operate the mode dial  
and confirm that the mode of the digital camera is switched.  
Insertion of silica gel  
Before sealing the Case, insert the accessory silica gel bag (for  
prevention of fogging) between the bottom of the camera and the  
Case. Insert the bag with the glued longer side to the inside.  
Pay attention to the orientation.  
:
Insert the silica gel all the way at the specified location and  
with the specified orientation. When the orientation is not  
correct, the silica gel bag will be caught when the Case is  
sealed and water leakage will be caused.  
CAUTION  
Attempting to seal the Case with the bag inserted only part of  
the way will cause the silica gel bag to get caught by the O-ring  
and water leakage will occur.  
Once silica gel has been used, the moisture absorption  
performance will be impaired. Always exchange the silica  
gel when the Case is opened and closed.  
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Check the loading status.  
Always perform the following final checks before sealing the Case.  
ț Has the digital camera been loaded so that the zoom lever  
operates properly?  
ț Has the silica gel been inserted all the way at the specified  
position?  
ț Has the O-ring at the Case opening part been installed properly?  
ț Are the O-ring and the O-ring contact surface on the front lid free of  
dirt and other foreign matter?  
Seal the Case.  
When the rear lid is closed  
(quietly, so that the O-ring  
will not come out of the  
groove), the buckles are  
engaged with the edge of  
the rear lid, and the buckle  
lock levers are pushed down  
in arrow direction, the Case  
will be sealed airtight.  
:
Seal the Case by turning both buckle lock levers down in  
arrow direction. When one of the buckles is left open, the  
Case will not be sealed and water leakage will be caused.  
CAUTION  
Install the special balance weight.  
Install the special balance weight  
to the tripod mounting thread at  
the bottom of the Case. Install the  
balance weight securely by  
tightening the accessory screw of  
the balance weight.  
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Installation and Removal of the LCD Hood  
Installation  
Strongly push the mounting projections of the LCD hood as shown  
in the figure into the guides above and below the LCD monitor  
window.  
Removal  
Remove the mounting projections of the LCD hood from the guides  
above and below the LCD monitor window by widening the LCD  
hood.  
Installation  
Removal  
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Mounting and Removing the Lens Cap  
Fit the lens cap onto the lens  
ring as shown in the figure. Be  
sure to remove the lens cap  
before shooting.  
Perform the final checks.  
Visual Inspection  
After sealing the Case, check the sealing part of front and rear lid  
visually to confirm that the O-ring is not twisted or out of the groove  
and that no foreign matter has been caught.  
:
Hairs, fibers, and other narrow items are not very apparent,  
but they may cause entry of water, so that special attention  
is required.  
CAUTION  
Set the power to 'ON'.  
Move the power switch lever and confirm that the camera power  
can be switched ON and OFF.  
Try to move the mode dial.  
After sealing, turn the mode dial knob and confirm that the mode  
dial of the camera is switched.  
:
After loading the camera into the Case, confirm that the  
mode dial moves. If it does not move, there is the possibility  
that oil or fat has been attached to the mode dial. Please  
wipe it clean.  
When no operation is performed for three minutes after the  
digital camera has been loaded (or for the specified time  
when a different time has been specified), the camera  
enters into sleep mode (standby status) to save battery  
power. It returns to operation status when the shutter button  
or the zoom lever is operated.  
CAUTION  
For details, refer to the instruction manual for the digital  
camera.  
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Final Test  
The final test after loading the camera is explained below. This is the only way to  
eliminate worry about possible entry of water! Always perform this test. It can be  
performed easily in a water tank or a bathtub. The required time is about five minutes.  
Simple water  
immersion test  
Explanatory  
image  
Hints  
As the Case is transparent,  
waterdrops entering into it can be  
confirmed easily.  
Place the Case  
slowly into the water.  
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In case of trouble with the O-ring,  
three seconds are enough for water  
to enter. Are there air bubbles  
coming out between the lids?  
Please check carefully.  
At first, immerse the  
Case for only three  
seconds.  
Remove the Case from the water and  
check that no water has accumulated at  
the bottom of the Case.  
Check that no water  
has entered into the  
Case.  
Is there any water trickling down?  
Next, immerse the  
Case for 30  
seconds.  
Check carefully for air bubbles!  
Do not perform any operation yet,  
but just observe.  
Remove the Case from the water and  
check that no water has accumulated  
at the bottom of the Case.  
Check that no water  
has entered.  
Perform very careful confirmation.  
Check carefully for air bubbles!  
Try operation of the buttons used frequently.  
Check carefully for air bubbles!  
If there is still no entry of water,  
everything is OK!  
Next, check by  
immersing for three  
minutes.  
This is very important!  
This is the final check.  
Has the silica gel  
become moist?  
Has the silica gel become moist?  
Please check carefully!  
As the inside can be seen, the inspection for  
entry of water also can be made securely!  
Now everything is  
all right.  
Do not forget the  
balance weight.  
Now everything is all right!  
Have a nice dive!  
Did you remember to attach the  
balance weight?  
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4. Taking Pictures Under Water  
How to Use the Hand Strap  
Pass your hand through the accessory hand strap and adjust the  
length with the stop button.  
Take pictures carefully.  
Confirm the picture on the LCD monitor.  
This Case uses the LCD monitor to confirm the picture. The  
viewfinder cannot be used.  
Quietly press the shutter lever.  
When pressing the shutter lever, hold the Case securely with both  
hands and operate the lever quietly to prevent camera shake.  
Cautions when using the flash  
When taking macro pictures on the wide-angle side, the flash light  
may be missing in some parts or the light volume may not be  
uniform.  
W:Approx. 0.2 m to 3.8 m  
Flash working range  
T:Approx. 0.3 m to 2.2 m  
Depending on the conditions at the time of shooting (clarity of the  
water, suspended matter, etc.), the applicable flash distance may  
become shorter. After taking a picture, display it on the LCD  
monitor for confirmation.  
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5. Handling After Shooting  
Wipe off any waterdrop.  
After completing the shooting and  
returning to land, wipe off any  
waterdrop sticking to the Case.  
Use air or a soft cloth not leaving  
any fibers to thoroughly wipe any  
waterdrop etc. from the joint  
between the front and rear lid,  
the shutter lever, the palm grips,  
and the buckles.  
:
Especially when waterdrops remain between the front  
and the rear lid, they may spill to the inside when the  
Case is opened. Take special care to wipe off all  
waterdrops.  
CAUTION  
When opening the Case, take sufficient care that no  
water will drop from your hair or body onto the Case  
and the camera.  
Before opening the Case, make sure that your hands  
or gloves are free of sand, fibers, etc.  
Do not open or close the Case at locations where  
water or sand is to be sprayed. When this cannot be  
avoided because you have to exchange the battery or  
the image storage, place a sheet downwind from  
some object and take care that no water or sand is  
sprayed.  
Take care not to touch the digital camera or the  
battery with hands wet with sea water.  
Note:Moisten a towel etc. in advance with pure water and keep it  
in a plastic bag so that you can wipe the salt from your  
hands and fingers before handling the camera.  
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Take out the digital camera.  
Open the Case carefully, pull up the mode dial from the upper surface of  
the Case to disengage it from the mode lever of the camera, and then  
remove the digital camera from the Case.  
:
Always place the opened Case with the O-ring side  
facing up. When the Case is placed with the O-ring  
side facing down, dirt or other foreign matter may be  
attached to the O-ring or the O-ring contact surface  
and may cause water leakage during the next dive.  
Please read the operation manual for the digital  
camera for the storage of pictures etc.  
CAUTION  
Take special care so that no water drops get onto the  
camera.  
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Wash the Case with pure water.  
After use, seal the Case again after taking out the camera and wash it  
sufficiently in pure water as soon as possible. After use in sea water,  
it is effective to immerse it for a fixed time in pure water to remove  
any salt.  
:
Water leakage may be caused when a high water  
pressure is applied locally. Before washing the Case  
with water, remove the digital camera from it.  
CAUTION  
Operate the shutter lever and various buttons of this  
product in pure water to remove salt adhering to the  
shaft. Do not disassemble for cleaning.  
Drying the Case with adhering salt may impair the  
function. Always wash off any salt after use.  
Dry the Case.  
After washing with pure water, use a soft cloth without any salt on it  
and not causing any fibers to wipe off any waterdrop and dry the  
Case completely at a well ventilated location in the shade.  
:
Do not use hot air from a hair drier or the like for  
drying and do not expose the Case to direct sunlight,  
as this may accelerate deterioration and deformation  
of the Case and deterioration of the O-ring, leading to  
leakage of water.  
CAUTION  
When wiping the Case, take care not to cause  
scratches.  
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6. Maintaining the Waterproof Function  
Remove the O-ring.  
Open the Case and remove the O-ring from the Case.  
Removal of the O-ring  
Insert the O-ring removal pick between the O-ring and the wall of  
the O-ring groove.  
Move the tip of the inserted pick under the O-ring. (Take care not  
to damage the O-ring groove with the tip of the pick.)  
Hold the O-ring with your fingertips after it has come out of the  
groove and remove it from the Case.  
Remove any sand, dirt, etc.  
After visually checking that dirt has been removed from the O-ring,  
checking for attached sand and other foreign matter, as well as for  
damage and cracks can be done by squeezing the entire circumference  
of the O-ring lightly with your fingertips.  
Use a clean cloth (that doesn't shed fibers), a toothbrush, tissue paper  
or the like, to remove any foreign matter from the O-ring groove. Clean  
the O-ring contact surface on the front lid in the same way to remove  
any sand and dirt.  
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:
When a mechanical pencil or a similar other sharp  
object is used to remove the O-ring or to clean the  
inside of the O-ring groove, the Case and the O-ring  
may be damaged and water leakage may be caused.  
When the O-ring is checked with the fingertips, take  
care not to stretch the O-ring.  
CAUTION  
Never use alcohol, thinner, benzene or similar solvents  
or chemicals detergents to clean the O-ring. When such  
chemicals are used, it is likely that the O-ring will be  
damaged or that its deterioration will be accelerated.  
Install the O-ring.  
Confirm that no foreign matter is attached, apply a thin coat of the  
accessory grease to the O-ring, and fit the O-ring into the groove. At  
this time, confirm that the O-ring does not stick out from the groove.  
How to Apply Grease to the O-ring  
Make sure there is no dirt on your  
Apply the  
specified grease  
fingers or on the O-ring; then  
squeeze about 5 mm of grease  
onto your fingertip.  
1
2
3
4
Using two fingers and  
a
thumb,  
Spread the grease  
over the O-ring.  
spread the grease over the O-ring  
while rubbing it in. Use caution not to  
squeeze or pull the O-ring too hard.  
Once the grease has permeated  
throughout the O-ring, check it for damage  
or irregularities (both visually and by  
touch). If you notice any abnormalities,  
replace the O-ring with a new one.  
Check that there  
is no damage or  
irregularities on  
the O-ring.  
Apply the grease  
to the O-ring  
contact surface.  
Use any residual grease on your  
fingertips to clean and lubricate the O-  
ring contact surface on the front lid.  
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:
Always perform maintenance of the waterproof  
function even when the Case has been opened to  
exchange the battery or the image storage during  
shooting. Neglecting this maintenance may become  
the cause of water leakage.  
CAUTION  
When the Case is not to be used for a long time,  
remove the O-ring from the groove to prevent  
deformation of the O-ring, apply a thin coat of silicone  
grease, and store it in a clean plastic bag or the like.  
When drying is done with salt attached, it is likely that  
a function impairment will be caused. After use,  
always wash off any salt.  
Replace consumable products.  
ț The O-ring is a consumable product. Independent of the number of  
times the Case is used, it is recommended that the O-ring should  
be replaced by a new one at least once a year.  
ț Deterioration of the O-ring is accelerated by the use conditions and  
the storage conditions. Replace the O-ring even before a year has  
passed if it shows signs of damage, cracking or loss of elasticity.  
Note: Please use original Olympus products for the silicone O-ring  
grease, the silica gel, and the O-ring. These consumable  
products also can be purchased at an Olympus service  
station.  
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7. Appendix  
Q & A on the use of the PT-019  
Q1: Which digital cameras can be used?  
A1 : The PT-019 is only for the models C-5000 Zoom.  
Q2: What cautions must be observed when loading the digital camera into  
the Case?  
A2 : Pay special attention to the following items when loading the camera into  
the Case.  
(1) Check that the remaining capacity of the battery in the digital camera is  
sufficient.  
This should be checked as the LCD monitor is used under water, and the  
battery consumption becomes faster.  
(2) Check the remaining number of pictures on the image storage.  
Please use a card with a sufficient remaining number in order to reduce  
the number of times the Case has to be opened and closed.  
(3) Remove the strap/lens cap from the digital camera.  
When the camera is loaded without removing the strap/lens cap, the  
strap/lens cap may get caught when the Case is sealed and this will  
cause water leakage.  
(4) Before sealing the Case, confirm that the O-ring has been installed  
properly in the groove in the rear lid of the Case.  
(5) Confirm that the O-ring and the O-ring contact surface on the front lid are  
free of dirt, hairs, and other foreign matter.  
(6) Insert the silica gel for defogging. Please use silica gel for the Olympus  
Case.  
(7) Finally install the special balance weight to the tripod mounting thread.  
Q3: What cautions must be observed when using and storing the Case?  
A3 : Pay special attention to the following items.  
(1) When the O-ring contact surface is pressed strongly from the outside of  
the Case, or when the Case is twisted, the waterproof function may be  
impaired and water leakage may be caused.  
(2) When the Case is used, left or stored at the following locations, defective  
operation or trouble may be caused. Always avoid such locations.  
(a) Places where the Case can reach high temperatures under direct  
sunlight or in a car, places with extremely low temperatures, and  
places with extreme temperature variations  
(b) Places with open fire  
(c) Places with volatile substances  
(d) Places with vibrations  
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(3) In case of the following handling with a camera loaded into the Case,  
trouble or breakage may be caused for the Case and/or the loaded  
camera. Always avoid such handling.  
(a) Hitting other objects  
(b) Dropping  
(c) Placing heavy objects on top of the Case  
(4) When the Case is not used for a long time, trouble from formation of  
mold etc. may be caused. Before use, confirm the operation of all  
operation parts and perform the advance test and the final test.  
Q4: What cautions must be observed when opening and closing the Case?  
A4 : Pay special attention to the following items.  
(1) Do not open and close the Case at locations with water spray or sand  
spray.  
(2) Wipe off all waterdrops from the gap between the front lid and the rear lid  
and around projections and recesses such as the buckles. When this is  
not done, entry of waterdrops into the Case is to be feared at the time of  
opening and closing.  
(3) When opening the Case, take care that no water will drip from your hair  
or body into the Case or onto the camera.  
(4) When the Case is open, check that there is no attachment of sand, fibers  
or other foreign matter to the O-ring and the O-ring contact surface on  
the front lid.  
(5) Do not touch the camera or the image storage with your hands to which  
sea water is sticking.  
(6) If you should detect waterdrops or other signs of water leakage while  
shooting, immediately end the dive, perform the water leakage test  
again, and confirm that there is no leakage. If the camera is wet, wipe off  
any moisture and check the operation.  
Q5: How should the Case be handled after use?  
A5 : After use, take out the camera as soon as possible and wash the Case  
with pure water. In case of use in the ocean, it is effective to immerse the  
Case for a certain time in pure water to remove any salt. Operate the  
buttons and levers under water to turn the shafts and wash off any salt.  
After washing, use a dry cloth without any salt on it to wipe off any  
moisture and dry the Case in the shade. Do not use hot air from a hair  
drier or the like and do not dry the Case under direct sunlight. Exposure  
to high temperatures or direct sunlight may cause deformation,  
discoloration or breakage of the Case and deterioration of the O-ring.  
Wipe the inside of the Case with a soft cloth not causing any fibers.  
Remove the O-ring, wipe off any salt, sand, dust, etc., and also clean the  
O-ring groove and the O-ring contact surface in the same way and then  
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dry them. When an object with a sharp tip is used to remove the O-ring  
from the groove, the O-ring may be damaged and water leakage may be  
caused. Always use the accessory pick for O-ring removal.  
Q6: How should I take pictures under water?  
A6 : Please observe the following items for shooting under water.  
(1) Fix the Case with the accessory hand strap to your wrist.  
(2) When you place a finger onto the lens window, the finger will appear in  
the photo. Pay attention to the position of your fingers when holding the  
Case.  
(3) When pressing the shutter lever, hold the Case securely with both hands  
and operate the lever quietly to prevent camera shake.  
(4) Look through the LCD monitor window on the rear of the Case to confirm  
the picture and then press the shutter lever. Please note that the  
viewfinder cannot be used, When the LCD monitor is used, the battery is  
exhausted earlier. In order to avoid losing shutter chances due to an  
exhausted battery, please always replace a battery with a fully charged  
battery before each dive.  
Q7: How can I check for water leakage?  
A7 : For confirmation, perform the advance test and the final test after loading  
the camera. The advance test with immersing the Case without the  
camera to the intended use depth to check for water leakage is the most  
accurate test, but when this is difficult, it is safer to perform this test even  
at a depth of 1 m or in a bathtub. The final test also can be performed in  
a bathtub or a bucket.  
Q8: What are the causes for entry of water?  
A8 : The main causes for the entry of water are shown below. Please check  
them most carefully.  
(1) Forgetting to install the O-ring  
(2) The O-ring is partly or completely outside the groove.  
(3) Damage, deterioration, or deformation of the O-ring  
(4) Sand, fibers, hair or other foreign matter on the O-ring  
(5) Sand, fibers, hair or other foreign matter on the O-ring groove or the O-  
ring contact surface  
(6) Catching of the strap, the bag of silica gel, etc. at the time of sealing the  
Case.  
(7) Throwing the Case from a boat into the water, jumping with the Case into  
the water, or other sudden application of strong forces onto the Case.  
When entering the water, hand the Case over quietly or avoid impacts in  
other ways.  
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Q9: What are the important points for O-ring maintenance?  
A9 : Please observe the following items.  
(1) Never use alcohol, thinner, benzene or similar organic solvents or  
chemical detergents to clean the O-ring. When such chemicals are used,  
it is to be feared that the O-ring will be damaged or that its deterioration  
will be accelerated.  
(2) Use the original Olympus silicone O-ring grease (white cap). The grease  
attached to Cases up to PT-008 (red cap) and the grease of other  
companies are not suitable for this silicone O-ring, and use of such  
grease may cause deterioration of the surface and impairment of the  
waterproof function.  
(3) In order to avoid deformation of the O-ring when the Case is not used for  
a long time, remove the O-ring from the Case, apply a thin coat of the  
special grease, and store the O-ring in a clean plastic bag. For reuse,  
confirm that the O-ring is free of damage and cracks, that it has sufficient  
elasticity, that the surface is free of stickiness and other abnormalities,  
and use it after applying a thin coat of the special grease. Excessive  
application of grease does not improve the waterproof function or the  
permissible withstand pressure. However, it may facilitate attachment of  
sand, dirt, etc.  
A thin, uniform coat produces the best result.  
(4) The O-ring is a consumable product. Replace it at least once a year.  
(5) Deterioration of the O-ring is accelerated by the use conditions and the  
storage conditions. Replace the O-ring immediately by a new one if it  
shows signs of damage, cracking or loss of elasticity.  
Q10  
:
What are the important points for Case maintenance?  
Please observe the following items.  
A10:  
(1) Never use the following chemicals for cleaning, corrosion protection,  
defogging, repair or other purposes.  
Never use alcohol, thinner, benzene or similar volatile organic solvents  
or chemical detergents to clean the Case. Pure water or lukewarm water  
is sufficient for cleaning.  
Do not use anticorrosion agents on the metal parts. The metal parts are  
made of aluminum, brass or stainless steel. Cleaning with pure water is  
sufficient.  
Do not use commercial defogging agents. Always use the original  
Olympus defogging silica gel.  
Do not use adhesive for repairs or other purposes. When repair is  
required, please contact a service station of our company or your dealer.  
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Q11  
:
Please tell me about repairs.  
A11:  
Please contact a service station of our company or your dealer, if repair  
should be necessary. Do not try to repair, disassemble or modify the  
Case yourself. Repair, disassembly or modification by you or third  
parties not authorized by Olympus invalidates the guarantee.  
Q12  
:
What are the model numbers of the PT-019 accessories?  
The following accessories are being sold.  
A12:  
(1) O-ring for the PT-019 body (POL-019): This is a silicone rubber O-ring  
packing to be installed in the PT-019 body to make it waterproof. O-rings  
for other Case models cannot be used.  
(2) Silicone O-ring grease (PSOLG-1): This is a special grease for silicone  
O-ring maintenance.  
(3) Silica gel (SILCA-5): This is a desiccant used to prevent fogging of the  
glass parts of the Case. The quantity is five bags.  
(4) LCD hood (PFUD-04): This hood is installed on the LCD monitor window  
of the Case to make it easier to see the LCD monitor of the camera.  
(5) Balance weight for PT-019 (PWT-019): This is a weight intended to bring  
the Case close to neutral buoyancy in sea water. Under consideration of  
the environment, no lead is used.  
You can order in large computer shops and camera mass sale stores.  
Please contact your dealer or a service station of our company when  
replacement is required. Replacement will be made against payment.  
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After-sale Service  
G You will receive the guarantee card from your dealer. Please make  
sure that the dealer's name, the date of purchase, etc. have been  
entered. If they have not been entered, immediately ask your  
dealer to have them entered. Read the guarantee conditions  
carefully and keep the guarantee card at a safe location.  
G Please contact your dealer or one of the service stations of our  
company listed in this instruction manual for questions on after-  
sale service for this product or in case of defects. In case of a  
defect of this product, occurring within one year after the date of  
purchase and with handling according to this instruction manual,  
repair based on the conditions specified in the guarantee card is  
performed free of charge.  
Payment is required for repairs after expiration of the guarantee  
period and for trouble caused by problematic handling by the  
customer even during the guarantee period.  
G Our company keeps repair parts for this product for approximately  
five years after the end of production of the product. Accordingly, in  
principle repairs are accepted during this period. As repair may be  
possible even after this period, please contact your dealer or a  
service station in your neighborhood.  
G Warranty is limited to and valid only in the region of intended  
distribution.  
G Incidental damages from defects of this product (expenses  
required for diving, shooting expenses, loss of profit from photos,  
etc.) shall be excluded from the guarantee. In addition, transport  
expenses etc. related to repair shall be paid by the customer,  
independent of whether they are incurred during or after the  
guarantee period.  
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Specifications  
Available models  
Olympus digital camera  
CAMEDIA C-5000 Zoom  
Pressure  
resistance  
Depth of up to 40 m  
Main materials  
Body: Transparent polycarbonate  
Buckles: Stainless steel  
Grip/Shutter lever/Zoom lever/Mode dial: Red polycarbonate  
Lens window: FL glass  
Lens ring: Aluminum  
Operation buttons: Stainless steel Nickel-plated brass  
O-ring/Lens cap: Silicon rubber  
LCD hood: NBR rubber  
Dimensions  
Weight  
Width 000 mm x height 000 mm x thickness 000 mm  
(projections not included)  
000 g (LCD hood not included)  
We reserve the right to change the external appearance and the  
specifications without notice.  
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MEMO  
 
MEMO  
 

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