Sealife SL962 Instruction Manual Page 1

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10Set the Auto mode switch to the “1” position for all SeaLifecameras and “4” position for all Non-SeaLife digital and filmcamera’s. More information

11Close and seal the waterproof door. Make sure the O-ring isperfectly clean and undamaged. Carefully close the waterproofdoor to make sure nothing ge

12Attach camera (housing) to the flash’s mounting base. Carefullyhand-tighten the mounting screw. Do not over tighten!Important: Only attach the flash

13Attaching camera/housing to two flashes. You can easily add up totwo flashes to your underwater camera. Using dual flashes helpsavoid shadows and wi

14Connecting Flash Link optical cable to the external flashThe Digital Pro Flash includes the Flash Link optical cable (item#SL962). The optical cable

15Connecting Flash Link optical cable to SeaLife camerasFor SeaLife cameras:Attach the other end of the optical cable to the camera adapterincluded wi

16Connecting Flash Link optical cable to NON-Sealife cameras For NON-SeaLife cameras:Attach the other end of the optical cable to the universal camera

17Connecting Flash Link optical cable to NON-SeaLife cameras(continued)3. Loosen the set screw of the universaladapter with the small Allen wrenchpro

18Secure the Flash Link optical cable to the flash armUse the two Velcro ties provided to secure the optical cable to thetop and bottom of the flash a

19Finalize Pre-Flash setting for non-SeaLife digital camerasFollow these steps to determine the correct Pre-Flash setting foryour non-SeaLife camera:1

2Contents:I. Safety Warnings...3II. Introduction ...

20Finalize Auto mode setting for non-SeaLife digital camerasFollow these steps to determine the correct Auto mode setting foryour camera:1. Set the A

21V. Test the camera and flash [above water]Now that you have made all the correct settings to your flash andcamera, take a few more test pictures to

22VI. Adjusting your camera exposure and flashbrightnessThis section will show you to make quick and easy adjustmentsto your camera and flash for ach

23Camera adjustments:First, let’s learn about the different types of camera adjustmentsyou can make.Scene modesMost digital cameras offer a variety of

24is pre-programmed to automatically select the optimal ISO valuefor underwater flash pictures. For non-SeaLife cameras, select a lower ISO, like 50 o

25Camera’s flash settingAlmost all digital cameras allow you to select the flash setting toAuto, Force ON, Force OFF or Red-Eye Reduction. For SeaLife

26External Flash adjustments:Now that you are familiar with cameraadjustments that effect picture color andbrightness, this section will describe how

27Aiming the external flashThe flexible flash arm is fully adjustable to allow quick and easyaiming of the flash. Make sure the flash head is directed

28VII. Maintaining a waterproof sealThe flash uses a silicone o-ring and gasket to maintain awaterproof seal. The o-ring is the primary waterproof se

29Inspecting and Cleaning the O-ring, Gasket and contact surfaces1. Carefully inspect the O-ring and Gasket for cuts(A), tears(B).Replace O-ring and G

3I. Safety WarningsAlways discharge flash before opening the waterproof door, by movingthe power switch to the “TEST” position, and then to the “OFF”

30VIII. Pre-dive check list1. Insert new or freshly charged batteries into your camera and flash.2. Check that the camera and flash settings are cor

31IX. After each dive1. After your dive and before entering the dive boat, hand thecamera to someone on the boat.2. Soak the sealed flash and camera

32XI. Great pictures made easyThere are plenty of challenges that photographers face in theunderwater world. Please take some time to review SeaLife’

333. Move calmly and control your buoyancyControl your buoyancy at all times and set yourself up in theideal position before taking a picture. This a

34b. Get the entire subject into your picture frame. Don’t cut-off the hands, fins or head of your subject. You canalways crop you image later on you

35XII. Troubleshooting Guide1. Digital Pro Flash does not fire when switch is turned from“ON” to “TEST.”a. Wait until the red flash-ready light is

36e. Check that the Flash Link optical cable is attachedcorrectly in accordance with the instructions provided inthis manual.3. Flash fires sometime

375. Dark areas in your pictures.a. This is mostly likely caused by not aiming the flash at thesubject or if the flash is somehow obstructed. b. Ar

38XIII. Specifications: SeaLife Digital Pro Flash (item # SL961) Guide Number: 20 (meters on land) at full powersetting: 1.5m (meters on land) at low

39Parts and ServiceSeaLife warrants the original purchaser of this product, for aperiod of one (1) year from the date of purchase, that the productis

4II. IntroductionThank you for purchasing the SeaLife Digital Pro Flash. Noviceand experienced divers alike know that the deeper you dive, lesslight p

Item #SL96154 4th edition Revised October 1, 2009Pioneer Research, 97 Foster Road, Moorestown, NJ 08057 USAwww.sealife-cameras.com

5III. Preparing your cameraBecome familiar with how to operate your camera. Refer to yourcamera instruction manual for information on how to adjust th

6IV. Preparing your flashUnlock the latch by slidingdown the safety lock.Lift the latch and open thewaterproof door to access thebattery compartment,

7Insert 4 new or freshly charged AA batteries. Open the batterycompartment cover and insert batteries according to the polaritymarkings above the batt

8Set the Pre Flash switch to the “0” position for all SeaLife cameras. For non-SeaLife digital cameras, set switch to the #4 position tostart. More in

9Pre-flash cancellation settings (continued):Switch position Description of setting0 Cameras with no pre-flashFor all SeaLife cameras[Camera set to E