Welcome
Table of Contents
Congratulations on your purchase of the revolutionary Bluefin VX2000
Video Housing.
Quick Start Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Bluefin VX2000 Operation - Camera Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Mounting the Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Monitor Back LED signals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Front Optic Installation / Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Pre-Dive Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
First Time Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
After Diving Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Housing Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
O-ring Care & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Focus Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Replacing Handle Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Bluefin VX2000 Lights - Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Charging Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Installing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Removing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Mounting Battery Pods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Installing and Using QuickConnects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Assembly with Universal Mounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Connecting Battery to Light Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Light Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Post dive cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Other Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Monitor Instructions - Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Bluefin Bulkhead Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Bluefin Compact Monitor ID and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Remote Monitor ID and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Charging the Remote Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Diving Without a Monitor Attached . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Returning Products for Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Contact Light & Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Please inspect the packaging of your product to verify that there was no
damage during shipping.
If you are not familiar with your camcorder’s features, please take time to
become familiar with the camcorder before you proceed in this manual. This
manual assumes you have a working knowledge of your camcorder and will
only cover operational procedures relative to the underwater housing.
The term “Push” when referenced in this manual means to press and release
in one motion. If a function requires a button to be continually held, the
manual will read, “press and hold”.
Periodically refer to the website for instruction revisions.
Caution - Caution - Caution
We hope you have a wonderful underwater experience with Light & Motion
equipment. To increase your enjoyment and the life span of your new gear
please take an extra minute to review common errors which will result in
equipment damage or destruction.
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Check the operation of all your equipment several weeks prior to your trip.
If maintenance or repair is necessary, then time is available for both shipping
and repair scheduling.
Never transport or ship the housing with the camcorder inside.
This may damage your camcorder.
Never leave your housing in the rinse bucket, it may be damaged by other
equipment.
When removing the camcorder from the housing after a dive, do so in a dry
controlled environment away from other SCUBA related equipment. This
prevents water from other equipment or water from another diver
accidentally entering the housing.
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If a product is flooded, immediately rinse it with fresh water. Most non-
electrical parts will be salvageable if not corroded by salt water
Look for these symbols to help identify special information.
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Hot Tip
Important
Caution
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Getting Started - Housing Identification
Quick Start Guide
Every Light & Motion housing is pressure tested prior to
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shipping. However, unseen damage may have occurred
during shipping. It is strongly recommended to test dive
with only the housing prior to installing the camcorder.
Illustrated below are the locations of Bluefin VX2000’s features. Take time to
familiarize yourself with the housing.
1) Attach a fully charged Sony NP-750 battery to the camcorder. Install a Mini
DV tape and a Memory Stick. Remove eyecup from camcorder.
2) Remove rear plate by sliding both LATCH LOCKS in and hold, then rotate
REAR LATCHES down and forward.
3) Push the CAMERA TRAY forward to relieve the tension from the CAMERA
TRAY.
4) Press the release button down and release the CAMERA TRAY and allow it
to slide backward out of the housing.
5) Place the camcorder on the CAMERA TRAY and secure with the
MOUNTING SCREW.
6) Attach the small black cable to the LANC jack, the large shielded cable to the
yellow VIDEO OUT jack, and the multicolored cable into the hot shoe mount.
7) Align the front of the CAMERA TRAY with the base of the housing.
8) Connect the microphone cable into the MIC jack.
9)
Pull exposure dial away from housing before sliding the tray forward.
Slide the CAMERA TRAY forward until CAMERA TRAY RELEASE
LATCH engages.
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10) Position the camera eyepiece prior to installing rear plate so that it aligns
with rear eyepiece.
11) Rotate the camcorder selector switch to the MEMORY position.
12) Replace Rear Plate by aligning guide pins into the CAMERA TRAY. Push the
Rear Plate forward into the housing. Rotate REAR LATCHES can engage the
LOCKING PINS. Rotate the REAR LATCHES simultaneously and evenly so
the Rear Plate draws in evenly. Rotate latches until latches engage.
Quick Start Operations Guide.
CAM - Using the Smart Grip’s labeled buttons as a guide, you can access
common camcorder functions.
MEM - Press the ON/MODE button once to switch to from Camera to Memory
mode. Press the PHOTO button on the left grip to record a still image to
the camcorder’s Memory Stick.
VTR - Press the ON/MODE button twice from camera mode to enter VTR
mode. Press the smart grip buttons until the camcorder performs the
VTR operation you desire. (see page 11, fig 11 & fig 12)
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Bluefin VX2000 Operation - Camera Preparation
1) Install a fully charged NP-750 battery into your camcorder.
2) Install a Sony MiniDV tape and a Memory Stick into your camcorder.
3) Remove viewfinder from camcorder as indicated on page 157 in the Sony
manual.
RELEASE
BUTTON
Mounting the Camera
1) Remove the rear plate by sliding both latch locks in and hold, them
simultaneously rotate both rear latches down and forward.
2) Push camera tray forward to relieve tension from the camera tray
3) Press the release button down and release camera tray and allow it to slide
backward out of the housing.
4) Place camcorder on the cameratray and secure with the mounting screw
5) Attach the small black cable to the LANC jack, the large shielded cable into
the yellow Video out jack, and the multi-colored cable into the hot-shoe
mount (VX2000 only).
(Fig. 3)
(Fig. 4)
Operation
The Bluefin VX2000 is designed to access most camcorder features using a
combination of infrared commands from the Smart Grips as well as
mechanical interfaces on the housing.
6) Align the front of the camera tray with the base of the housing.
7) Connect the microphone cable into the microphone jack of the housing.
8) Pull exposure dial outward.
9) Slide camera tray forward until the camera tray release latch engages.
10) Release exposure dial.
Rear Plate
ON/MODE -
Turns camcorder on from off state. When camcorder is
in powered state, loops between Camera - Memory and
VTR modes.
Activates camcorders manual Program (VX2000) or
Gain (PD150)
Program/Gain -
11) Position camera eyepiece prior to installing rear plate so that it aligns with
rear eyepiece.
Shutter Speed -
White Balance -
Activates camcorders manual Shutter Speed.
Activates camcorders manual White Balance.
12) Rotate the camcorder selector switch to the memory position.
13) Replace the rear plate by aligning the guide pins into the camera tray. Push
the rear plate forward into the housing. Rotate the rear latches
simultaneously and evenly so the rear plate draws-in evenly. Rotate latches
until locking latches engage.
Audio Lev. / AE Shift - Activates camcorders manual Audio Level (VX2000) or
AE Shift (PD150)
(Fig. 1)
(Fig. 2)
COMMAND
DIAL
(Fig. 5)
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Front Plate
Using the Bluefin VX2000 in Camcorder mode
Flip Filter -
Rotate lever to engage or disengage color correction filter.
Camcorder POWER switch should be set to MEMORY setting when installed
into the housing. When the rear plate is secured to the housing, the
camcorder will switch to CAM mode.
Microphone - Microphone records sound to a depth of 80 ft.
Left Smart Grip (ref. fig. 9)
MICRO-
PHONE
LIGHTS -
After initial power up from battery pod, cycles lights through
output cycles. Press and hold for three seconds to turn lights
off.
FLIP
FILTER
PHOTO -
Will record a video capture to Mini DV tape.
Still images captured in this manner will always
have a resolution of 640x480. Higher resolution
images may be captured using the Memory Stick.
PHOTO DIS. - Press to display thumbnails of images stored on Memory
Stick. Most recent image will be displayed first. Cycle through
stored images by pressing the FAR/- and NEAR/+.
FAR/- (dual function)
A) FAR: switches camcorder to manual focus and moves
focus point further from camcorder.
B) - : displays previous image stored on Memory Stick.
PHOTO DIS must be pressed first.
(Fig. 6)
NEAR/+ (dual function)
A.) NEAR: switches camcorder to manual focus and moves
focus point closer to camcorder.
B) + : displays next image stored on Memory Stick. PHOTO
DIS must be pressed first.
Using the FAR/- and NEAR/+ to cycle through images on
Memory Stick will place the camcorder in manual focus
Housing Control
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and will refocus the camcorder as you scroll through the
images. When you switch back to CAM mode press
AF/OFF to return to auto focus.
Exposure Dial -
ND LEVER -
Activates camcorders manual Exposure.
Controls camcorders ND filter position.
If REC is pressed while displaying thumbnails, the
displayed thumbnail will be recorded as part of the
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composition of the video.
(Fig. 7)
(Fig. 8)
Exposure Dial
Neutral Density Filter
(Fig. 9)
(Fig. 10)
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Right Smart Grip (ref. fig. 10)
TELE -
Zooms camera to telephoto. Double tap zoom button to double
zoom speed.
WIDE -
Zooms camera to wide-angle. Double tap zoom button to double
zoom speed.
MOM. AF - Press and hold this button to put the camcorder into “momentary
AF”. Camcorder remains in AF as long as the button is pressed.
Once released, the camcorder switches to manual focus. This is
useful in stopping the camcorder from “seeking” when filming in a
low contrast environment. To return the camcorder to AF, press the
AF/OFF button.
(Fig. 11)
(Fig. 12)
REC -
AF/OFF (dual function)
AF: Returns camcorder to auto focus from manual focus.
Toggles between record and stand-by modes.
Using the Bluefin VX2000 in VTR mode
OFF: Turns camcorder off. Press and hold for three seconds then
release.
Left Grip (ref. fig. 11)
FAR/-
Frame Back while paused and reverse direction during
playback
Frame Advance while paused
Using the Bluefin VX2000 in Memory Stick mode
NEAR/+
PHOTO DIS. - Rewind during Stop and high speed reverse during Playback
Push the POWER BUTTON on the rear plate to enter MEM mode.
LIGHTS -
Not used
PHOTO -
Captures still image to Memory Stick
Left Grip (ref. fig. 9)
PHOTO -
PHOTO DIS -
Captures still image to Memory Stick
Displays images stored on Memory Stick Use -/+ to cycle
through stored images.
Displays previous image stored on Memory Stick. PHOTO
DIS must be pressed first. Focus command requires Monitor
Back.
Displays next image stored on Memory Stick. PHOTO DIS
must be pressed first.
Turn lights on/off
Right Grip (ref. fig. 12)
TELE -
Stop
WIDE -
MOM. AF -
AF/OFF -
REC -
Slow Motion
Pause
Play
FAR/-
Fast Forward during Stop and high speed advance during
Playback
NEAR/+
K
LIGHTS -
Rear Plate LED signals
Right Grip (ref. fig. 10)
TELE -
Zooms camera to telephoto. Double tap zoom button to
The Monitor Back features a LED light located just above the monitor. The
LED’s function is to display camcorder mode and be a visual alarm for
moisture detected inside the housing. The LED signals are:
double zoom speed.
Zooms camera to wide-angle. Double tap zoom button to
double zoom speed.
WIDE -
Solid Green -
Solid Red -
Camcorder is in CAM mode and a Mini DV tape is loaded.
Camcorder is in PHOTO mode or recording in CAM mode.
MOM. AF -
Pressing and holding this button puts the camcorder into
“Momentary AF”. Camcorder remains in AF as long as the
button is pressed. Once released, the camcorder switches to
manual focus. This is useful in stopping the camcorder from
“seeking” when filming in a low contrast environment. To
return the camcorder to AF, press the AF/OFF button.
AF: Press once to return camcorder to auto focus from manual
focus.
When a Mini DV tape is not installed, LED will be red in
CAM mode.
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Flashing Green/Red - Moisture has been detected inside the housing.
AF/OFF -
Immediately remove it from the underwater environment..
OFF: Turns camcorder off. Press and hold for three seconds
then release.
REC -
is not used in MEM mode
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Front Optic Installation / Removal
Housing Storage
Store housing and Travel Case in a dry location. 24 hours after a dive, leave
To Install Optic
the Rear Plate off the housing to allow for air circulation. Similarly, leave
Travel Case Lid about two inches open. Allow any residual water to
evaporate from the Travel Case prior to storing the housing.
1. Perform o-ring inspection.
2. Align optic to housing details.
3. Press optic evenly into housing.
4. Rotate clockwise until LOCKING PIN engages.
To Remove Optic
1. Slide LOCKING PIN outward away from optic.
2. Rotate optic counter clockwise.
3. Pull away from housing.
Pre-Dive Checklist
1) Make sure you have a Mini DV tape and Memory Stick in the camcorder.
2) Make sure you have a completely charged battery in the camera.
3) Verify operation of all housing controls.
O-ring seal Smart Grip
4) Check that the front bayonet port is securely engaged and that the latch pin
is in the locked position. Clean lens if necessary.
5) Check that the rear plate o-rings are seated correctly and that the rear latches
are in the closed and locked position.
First Time Use
All Light and Motion housings are pressure tested prior to
shipping. However, there could be unseen damage due to
shipping. A test dive without the camcorder in the housing
is highly recommended.
Double O-ring seal Rear Plate
Double O-ring seal Front Optic
After the initial dive with just the housing, make the following checks.
1. Dry off housing exterior.
2. Remove the Rear Plate / Monitor Back and visually inspect for moisture.
3. Reach inside the housing and trace a finger around all view ports and mating
surfaces.
4. If any water is detected, contact the housing reseller or Light & Motion
Service Center.
O-ring Care & Maintenance
O-rings are the critical component that keeps water out of the housing.
Routinely inspect O-rings and replace at least once a year. If your o-rings
need replacement, contact the Light & Motion Service department for an
o-ring replacement kit.
After Diving Care
Follow these steps for proper O-ring function.
1. Immediately submerge the housing in fresh water. While in fresh water,
1) The sealing system used on the rear plate and monitor back incorporates two
O-rings. This is the most critical area of the housing for maintenance and
should be inspected before every dive.
2) Make sure the rear plate O-rings and the mating surface on the inside of the
main housing are clean from grit, hair, lint and anything that could
potentially breach the O-ring seal.
work all the switches and press all the buttons, to work salt water out of the
housing buttons.
2. Remove housing from rinse tank. After you have geared down, simply towel
dry.
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3) After frequent diving or if O-rings appear dirty, remove O-rings and clean
the grooves. To remove O-rings, use finger pressure or the rounded edge of
a plastic card to lift the O-ring out of the groove. The Rear Plate and Monitor
Back feature cutouts in the bottom corners to assist in O-ring removal.
Never use a metal object to remove an o-ring. It may cause
Using Manual Focus
The Bluefin VX2000 FAR/-, NEAR/+ and MOM.AF buttons will switch the
camcorder from auto to manual focus.
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One technique is to toggle the FAR and NEAR buttons until the subject is in
focus. Because this method is slow, we recommend the following technique.
damage to the O-ring and mating surface.
4) To check O-rings for damage, place the o-ring between the index finger and
thumb. Then pull the O-ring through your fingers, feeling for any debris or
wear.
5) If O-rings are dirty, it is best to replace them. Washing dirty o-rings with soap
and water is not recommended. Soap breaks down the lubricants and will
compromise the integrity of the seal.
1) While in auto focus, point the camera toward a solid object equidistant
to the actual subject you are trying to shoot (ie fin or boat bottom). This
allows the camcorder to achieve an actual focus.
2) Press and release the MOM. AF button to lock the focus distance.
3) Re-orient the camcorder toward the actual subject.
6) Properly greased O-rings will help maintain sealing integrity and minimize
O-ring degradation. Use enough grease to lubricate the O-ring thoroughly,
but not so much that it will attract additional debris.
7) Clean the groove with a lint free swab or the folded edge of a paper towel.
8) All of the front optic ports for the housing also utilize two O-ring seals. Also
check these seals every time the optic is removed.
4) Use the FAR and NEAR buttons to fine tune the focus.
5) Press REC / PHOTO when subject is in focus.
Replacing Handle Batteries
The battery life of your Smart Grip Handles will vary depending on usage
and technique. But eventually the handle batteries will exhaust.
O-ring Replacement Kit (part # 802-0163 )kit includes:
Two O-rings each for the Rear Plate and for front optic
Smart Grip O-ring and Battery Kit (part # 802-0117)
O-ring and battery set for one Smart Grip.
Replacing the handle batteries is an easy procedure. However, pay special
attention to the wear of the O-ring and to the orientation of the batteries.
1) Using a hex key, remove the two hex screws on the back of the handle
(ref. fig. 13).
2) Remove the Handle Cap from the handle assembly (ref. fig. 13)
3) Remove old batteries from handle board.
O-rings used for the Rear Plate, Monitor Back and all
optics are different sizes. Be sure to replace the appropriate
O-ring in its respective groove.
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4) Install new 1/3 N batteries into the handle board (Refer. fig. 14)
Focus Techniques
The +/- position of the batteries is critical. If batteries are
installed backwards, they will damage the handle board.
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The camcorder’s auto focus works well for most video and Memory
Stick capture conditions. However, the properties of water can prevent
the camcorder from accurately judging distance. To overcome this, Light
& Motion has integrated manual focus ability into most housing
configurations.
5) Service Handle Cap O-ring or replace with a new O-ring.
Look for camcorder icons to appear in the view finder or
Monitor Back. This will identify when the camcorder is
operating in auto or manual mode. Refer to camcorder
manual for icon interpretation.
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(Fig. 13)
(Fig. 14)
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Bluefin VX2000 Lights - Getting Started
Pictured below are the components of both the SunRay -X Pro and the
SunRay -X Elite lighting systems. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with
each part for later identification and use.
Charger and
electrical cord
(Fig. 15)
(Fig. 16)
Light Cable
Battery Pods
Light Arms
6) Press the Handle Cap into the handle assembly so O-ring seals evenly.
7) Replace both hex screws in Handle Cap and tighten using hex key.
Smart Grip O-ring and Battery Kit (part # 802-0117) (ref. fig. 16)
Kit contains one O-ring and battery set for one Smart Grip.
Reversing Smart Grip left and right functionality
Smart Grips can be programmed to swap left and right button functions. This
is useful if a Smart Grip battery becomes exhausted during a dive. You then
can swap Smart Grip functions to maintain primary housing operation.
NiMH Batteries
Pod Locker
This is a total button function swap, not a button by button
nor a custom configuration.
Pro light heads
1) Press either FAR/- and NEAR/+ or TELE and WIDE simultaneously and
hold for three seconds.
Button functions are now swapped. New button configuration will mirror
old configuration, i.e. REC and PHOTO, AF/OFF and PHOTO DIS.
This is a handle-by-handle procedure. Performing this function on one
handle will not switch both.
Charger and
electrical cord
Battery Pods
Light Arms
Revert to original button configuration
1) Perform the same swap procedure. Press either FAR/- and NEAR/+ or
TELE and WIDE simultaneously and hold for three seconds.
Eventually the batteries in the Smart Grips will totally exhaust. Contact
Light & Motion to order a replacement battery and O-ring kit (part #802-
0117). Or remove the Smart Grip handle cover and Replace the two batteries
located inside. Batteries are CR 1/3 N and can usually be purchased from
any store that stocks camera and watch batteries.
NiMH Batteries
Pod Locker
Elite light heads
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Charging Batteries
Removing Batteries
Due to shipping, batteries charge states will vary. It is
recommended that you charge your batteries when they
are received.
1) Rotate latch at the front of the pod counter-clockwise 1/8 turn or until it
stops.
2) Pull the front cap off the pod.
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3) Pull the battery from the pod using removal strap (ref. fig. 17 & 18).
1) The charger can accept an electrical range of 100 - 240v and 50 - 60hz.
2) The charger has two LED lights, one green and one yellow.
Green LED illuminates when charger is receiving power.
Yellow LED is illuminated when charging and blinking when charge is
complete.
Mounting Battery Pods
Battery Pods can be mounted prior to installing batteries
into pods.
3) To attach charger to battery, align arrow on charger connector with arrow on
battery label and push together until connectors seat. (ref. fig. 17)
1) Remove the rear plate or monitor back of the housing.
2) If using weight bracket, remove it from the housing using 1/8” hex wrench.
3) Slide the battery pods into housing channels (ref. fig. 19).
4) Insert Pod Locker between the pods and tighten using 1/8” allen wrench
(ref. fig. 20). Do not over tighten.
Charge time for the 10.8v fast charger is approximately 2.5
hours.
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(Fig. 17)
(Fig. 18)
(Fig. 19 - Battery alignment)
Installing and Using QuickConnects
Installing Batteries
You may need to install QuickConnects to the housing, light, or light arm or
all three. If your housing and light system already has QuickConnects
attached or has universal mounts, skip ahead to the appropriate section for
light system assembly
1) Slide the battery back into the pod with the contact end inserted first so that
the connector will align with the socket inside the pod. (ref. fig. 18)
2) Servicing the o-rings (See o-ring maintenance).
3) Replace the front cap onto the pod.
Make sure the battery is rotated completely out of the way
so that when replaced onto the pod, it does not contact the
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sealing surface.
Insure that the removal strap attached to the battery does
not interfere with the seal when the end cap is attached to
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the pod
4) Turn the knob on the end cap clockwise 1/8 turn until it stops. The endcap
will now be locked into place. The endcaps are specific to the left and right
(Fig. 21)
(Fig. 20)
pods.
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Mounting Light Head QuickConnect
1) Remove the attached arm mount using a 1/8 allen wrench.
2) Align QuickConnect details with slots on light head.
3) Tighten Socket Cap Screw to secure mount to light head.
Mounting QuickConnect Base
Light Head
Base
1) Remove arm base using 5/32 allen wrench.
2) Attach QuickConnect and tighten Socket Cap Screw.
(Fig. 25)
(Fig. 26)
Attaching Light Arm to Light and Housing
1) Align arm mounts into slots on light or housing base.
2) Push slightly and rotate clockwise. Arm should click into place.
Removing Light Arm from Light Head and Housing (ref. fig. 22)
1) Pull lock ring away from light or housing and rotate counter-clockwise.
(Fig.27)
Assembly with Universal Mounts
Mounting Arm to Light Heads
Align top of arm with arm light head base and press FIRMLY together. Arm
should snap into position. (ref. fig. 25).
Removing Arm from Light Heads
To remove light head from arm, “break” the arm at the upper most joint.
Applying pressure on the Light Arm and not the Light Head (ref. fig. 9). Do
not apply pressure to the Light Head Base (ref. fig. 26). Doing so may cause
the Base to break from the Light Head damaging the light.
(Fig. 22)
Connecting Battery to Light Head
1) Plug in the cable connectors on pod.
2) Tighten the locking sleeves by rotating clockwise until tight.
1) Plug in the cable connectors on the Light Head
2) Tighten the locking sleeves by rotating clockwise until tight.
(Fig. 23)
(Fig.24)
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Power Button
Post Dive Cleaning
1) After each dive, you should dunk the lights and pods in fresh water.
2) Press the red button to flush out any water.
3) After you are geared down and completely dried off, simply towel dry the
lights in a safe dry place.
LED Window
Do not leave your lights in the rinse bucket with other
equipment. Underwater gear has been known to be
damaged by jostling against other products.
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(Fig. 28)
Light Operation
Storage
Before you turn on the Pro lights, verify that the mode selector (flat
position of black ring around red power button) is set to the P setting.
After diving remove your batteries and charge them. Leaving your batteries
discharged will significantly reduce the life of the battery. Store as you would
any other valuable piece of electronic equipment.
Before you turn on the Elite lights, verify that the mode selector (flat
position of black ring around red power button) is set to the E setting.
Other Maintenance
Operation with SunRay-X Pro Lighting System
Pro lights can be operated either by the Pod Power Button or from the Smart
Grip controls.
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Apply a light film of o-ring grease to cables and connectors to prevent pre-
mature degradation.
We highly recommend a factory annual service to maintain proper operation
of your SunRay Lights.
If a battery pod is flooded, immediately remove the battery, and rinse the
pod with fresh water. Most non-electrical parts will be salvageable if not
corroded by salt water.
Operation from Smart Grips
1) Activate initial power up by pressing the Pod Power Button. (Refer Fig 28).
After initial power up lights may be controlled using LIGHT button on the
Smart Grip controls.
2) Turn off lights by pressing the LIGHT button.
Operation from Battery Pods
1) Turn on light by pressing the Power Button on the rear cap (Refer Fig 28).
2) Turn off light by pressing the Power Button on the rear cap.
Operation with SunRay-X Elite Lighting System
Elite lights can be operated either by the Pod Power Button or from the Smart
Grip controls.
Operation from Smart Grips
1) Activate initial power up by pressing the Pod Power Button. (Refer Fig 28).
2) Use the LIGHTS button to cycle through power settings.
3) Turn off lights by pressing and holding the LIGHT button for three seconds.
Operation from Battery Pods
1) Turn on light by pressing the Power Button on the rear cap (Refer Fig 28).
2) Press the red button again to change the light output level.
3) Turn off light by holding the red button down for three seconds.
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Monitor Instructions - Getting Started
Bluefin Bulkhead Installation
1) Remove the Rear Plate.
Illustrated below are the components of the Bluefin External Monitor and the
Remote Monitor. Take time to identify and become familiar with each part.
2) Locate the power switch on the circuit board on the inside of the Rear Plate.
Switch the appropriate switch (upper or lower) to ON. This activates power
to the bulkhead. (ref. fig. 29)
3) Using a flat head screwdriver or coin, remove the Port Plug (ref. fig. 30)
4) On the inside of the Rear Plate, remove the four button head cap screws
Compact Monitor Components
Remote Monitor Components
External Monitor
Remote Monitor
(Fig. 29)
Straight out Bulkhead
for Remote Monitor
Right Angle Bulkhead
for Bluefin Compact Monitor
Clamp Assembly
Clamp Assembly
(Fig. 30)
(Fig.31)
Lens Shade
Lens Shade
(Fig. 32)
(Fig. 33)
Monitor Cable
Remote Monitor Cable
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Bluefin Compact Monitor ID and Operation
The External Monitor consists of three components
• External Monitor - provides a 2.5” image of camera view
• Clamp assembly - mounts monitor to back of housing
• Cable - provides video signal from housing to External Monitor
1) Install monitor by first attaching clamp assembly to back of monitor.
2) Then attach monitor/clamp assembly to quick connect post by pressing
down and rotating until black sleeve locks into position.
(Fig. 34)
(Fig. 35
3) Adjust monitor by rotating clamp assembly (clockwise to tighten, counter
clockwise to loosen).
using a 3/32 hex wrench and remove circuit board. (ref. fig. 31)
5) Feed Bulk Head cable through Bulk Head port. (ref. fig. 32)
6) Perform o-ring inspection on Bulk Head o-ring.
7) Insert Bulk Head into Rear Plate until it is firmly seated and o-ring is not
visible.
Monitor Cable
Cable plugs are identical at each end.
Attach by aligning the pins and pressing into the bulkhead until the black
rubber seats.
8) Tightening bulk head:
A. Straight out bulk head is tightened by turning the bulk head itself with a
3/4” wrench.
B. Right angle bulk head is tightened by attaching the nut provided on the
inside of the Rear Plate or Monitor Back and tighten using a 3/4” wrench.
9) Attach Bulk Head Cable into the Video Out jack on the Rear Plate circuit
board. (ref. fig. 34)
Use a small amount of silicone grease on connector before
installation to aid against corrosion.
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Monitor Operation
10) Replace circuit board and secure it to the Rear Plate using the four button
head cap screws.
Power On/Off
The monitor will power on and off with the camcorder as the power is being
supplied from the camcorder battery. For optimal burn time, we suggest
using the Sony NP750 battery pack on your camcorder.
Infrared leads must guide through their sockets in the
circuit board. Use extra caution to not bend or break these
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leads. (ref. fig. 35)
Monitor Screen
In order to see the camera display information in the monitor screen, you will
need to set the camera to V-Out/LCD on the menu screen. Go to menu, scroll
to ETC, highlight display and set to V-Out/LCD (Refer fig 16). Refer to your
Sony instruction manual. If done correctly, the external monitor will now
display all camcorder view finder information.
(Fig. 68)
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Power On/Off with Remote Monitor
Remote Monitor ID and Operation
The Remote Monitor operates most common housing functions from a
remote location.
On -
When camcorder is in a powered down state, press any
button on the Remote Monitor EXCEPT BRIGHT to return
camcorder to powered up state and activate the Remote
Monitor LED screen.
If the housing has a Port Plug or a Right Angle Bulk Head, follow the
instructions “Bulkhead Installation” to install the Straight Out Bulkhead
Off -
Press and hold AF / OFF button for three seconds.
Operation with Remote Monitor.
Charging the Remote Monitor
1) Once bulkhead is installed, activate switch on the inside.
2) Connect monitor cable to Bulkhead prior to entering the water.
3) Connect monitor cable to Remote Monitor prior to entering the water.
4) Station the Bluefin housing in the area you are going to film.
5) Gently let out the slack in the cable as you move the the viewing location.
6) Operation of Controls:
1) Remove the Charging Port Plug. (ref. fig. 40)
2) Plug charger into a 110v.
This charger is only rated at this voltage. If you do not
have access to a 110v outlet, a converter must be used.
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3) Plug charging connector from charger into charging port on Remote Monitor.
4) Charge for 8-14 hours, then remove charging cord.
5) Check o-ring on Charging Port Plug.
Left Side (ref. fig. 38)
L. LIGHT - Activates left video light.
R. LIGHT - Activates right video light.
BRIGHT - Adjust brightness of monitor.
FAR - Moves focus point further from camcorder.
CLOSE - Moves focus point closer to camcorder.
6) Replace Charging Port Plug using coin or large flat head screwdriver.
Failure to re-install Charging Port Plug WILL flood the
Remote Monitor.
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Battery Plug
(Fig. 40)
(Fig. 38)
(Fig. 39)
Right Side (ref. fig. 39)
Diving Without a Monitor Attached
AF/OFF -
AF: Press once to return camcorder to auto focus from manual
focus.
If you do not use the monitor you MUST de-activate
OFF: Turns camcorder off. Press and hold for three seconds
then release.
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power to the bulkhead before entering the water.
REC -
MOM. AF -
Toggles between record and stand-by modes.
Pressing and holding this button puts the camcorder into
“Momentary AF”. Camcorder remains in AF as long as the
button is pressed. Once released, the camcorder switches to
manual focus. This is useful in stopping the camcorder from
“seeking” when filming in a low contrast environment. To
return the camcorder to AF, press the AF/OFF button.
Zooms camera to telephoto.
To de-activate Bluefin bulkhead:
1) Remove the Rear Plate
2) Locate the on/off switch on the inside of the Rear Plate.
3) Switch appropriate bulkhead to off position.
TELE -
WIDE -
Zooms camera to wide angle.
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Returning Products for Care
We highly recommend a factory annual service to
maintain proper operation of your Bluefin Housing.
1) Before returning your Light & Motion product for care, please call or email
our service department for a RMA number.
2) Ship your product pre-paid freight with the return number printed on the
outside of the box. It is recommended that you keep your shipper’s tracking
number until the product is returned to you.
Warning: Do not ship your camera inside the housing.
Shipping companies may drop your system from up to
three feet which may damage your camera.
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Light & Motion offers a two year extended, fault free
warranty. Contact our Service Department for further
information.
Contact Light & Motion
Sales:
831-645-1525 • Fax 831-375-2517
Service Department:
831-645-1572 • Fax 831-375-2517
Mail:
Light & Motion
300 Cannery Row
Monterey, CA 93940-1437
E-mail:
World Wide Web:
www.uwimaging.com
European Service Center:
Attn: Steve Mawle
The New House Jubilee Lane
Milton under Wynchwood
Chipping Norton 0X7 6EP England
441993832396 (ph.)
441993832707 (fax)
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