Olympus PT 023 User Manual

Instruction Manual  
Underwater Case  
PT-023  
For the digital camera  
CAMEDIA C-8080 Wide Zoom  
Thank you for buying the Underwater Case PT-023.  
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.  
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 OLYMPUS CORPORATION,  
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. Rough handling, such as jumping into the water with the case in  
your hand or in an outside pocket or throwing the case into the  
water, etc. could lead to water leakage. Please always take care  
when using the case.  
6. If the camera contained in the case becomes wet because of water  
leakage, etc., immediately wipe off all moisture and check the  
camera is working correctly.  
7. Before travelling by air, please make sure you remove the O-ring,  
otherwise the difference in air pressure may make it impossible to  
open the case.  
8. To ensure safe and trouble-free handling and operation of the  
digital camera in this product, please read the camera’s instruction  
manual carefully.  
9. When sealing this product, please take care to ensure no foreign  
matter such as sand, dirt or hair are on the O-ring or contact  
surfaces.  
Batteries  
Use an exclusive lithium-ion battery (Olympus BLM-1) designed for  
digital cameras.  
Keep the battery's contacts away from damp or humidity; otherwise  
this could impair performance and/or cause accidents.  
For additional battery cautions, refer to your digital camera's  
instruction manual.  
The Power Battery Holder for the C-8080 Wide Zoom (optional B-  
HLD30) cannot be used with this product.  
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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. 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.  
8. When the O-ring contact surface is pressed strongly from the  
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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  
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 Places where high temperatures exist, such as in direct sunlight, in  
a closed vehicle, etc., and/or where extreme differences in  
temperatures exist.  
ț Places where there is a lot of dust.  
ț Places where there are open fires.  
ț Places subject to vibrations.  
ț Places where volatile chemicals are stored or used.  
ț Water deeper than 40 meters.  
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.  
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.  
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.  
Do not apply excessive force to the port mount, TTL cable  
connector, diffusion plate, tripod socket, etc.  
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.  
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  
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.  
OLYMPUS CORPORATION shall be in no way responsible for  
accidents involving immersion of a digital camera in water.  
OLYMPUS CORPORATION shall not pay any compensation for  
accidents (injury or material damage) at the time of use.  
When the enclosure of the balance weight breaks, the metal on the  
inside may corrode. Take care not to damage the enclosure.  
After use, wash the balance weight with pure water and wipe off all  
moisture sufficiently.  
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Contents  
Disclaimer ..................................................................................E-1  
Please read the following before using the product ..................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 Button Operation Method ..............................E-13  
Popping up the Flash............................................................E-13  
Removing/attaching the standard port..................................E-14  
Detaching/attaching the diffusion plate ................................E-15  
Removing the TTL cable connector cap ..............................E-16  
Removing the hot shoe cable cap ........................................E-17  
Cleaning the TTL connector..................................................E-18  
2. Advance Check of the Case ......................................E-18  
Advance test before use ..........................................................E-18  
Making sure the case is waterproof ......................................E-18  
Advance Test........................................................................E-19  
3. Install the digital camera. ............................................E-20  
Check the digital camera......................................................... E-20  
Battery Confirmation ............................................................E-20  
Confirmation of the Remaining Number of Pictures to be Taken........E-20  
Removing the carrying strap and lens cap from the digital camera......E-20  
Removing the filter from the digital camera ....................................E-20  
Setting the camera mount on the digital camera..............................E-21  
Loading in the Case ................................................................E-21  
Which digital cameras can be loaded? ................................ E-21  
Check the operation of the camera. .................................... E-21  
Open the Case. ...................................................................... E-21  
Lifting the mode dial knob ....................................................E-21  
Load the digital camera. ...................................................... E-22  
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Fitting the mode dial knob ....................................................E-22  
Insertion of silica gel ............................................................E-22  
Check the loading status......................................................... E-23  
Seal the Case...........................................................................E-23  
Install the special balance weight.............................................E-24  
Installation and Removal of the LCD Hood..............................E-24  
Installation ............................................................................E-24  
Removal................................................................................E-24  
Mounting and Removing the Lens Cap....................................E-25  
Perform the final checks. ........................................................ E-25  
Visual Inspection ..................................................................E-25  
Setting the camera power to ON and OFF. ..........................E-25  
Try to move the mode dial. .................................................. E-25  
Final Test ................................................................................E-26  
4. Taking Pictures Under Water ....................................E-27  
How to Use the Hand Strap ....................................................E-27  
Take pictures carefully. .......................................................... E-27  
Confirm the picture on the LCD monitor. ..............................E-27  
Quietly press the shutter lever. ............................................ E-27  
Caution when using the flash................................................E-27  
5. Handling After Shooting..............................................E-28  
Wipe off any waterdrop. ..........................................................E-28  
Take out the digital camera..................................................... E-29  
Wash the Case with pure water. ............................................ E-30  
Dry the Case. .......................................................................... E-30  
6. Maintaining the Waterproof Function ....................E-31  
Remove the O-ring...................................................................E-31  
Remove any sand, dirt, etc. .................................................... E-31  
Install the O-ring. .................................................................... E-32  
How to Apply Grease to the O-ring ..........................................E-32  
Maintenance of the threaded sections on the  
TTL cable and TTL cable connector ........................................E-33  
Maintenance of the TTL Connector Cap..................................E-33  
Replace consumable products. .............................................. E-34  
7. Appendix ..........................................................................E-35  
Q & A on the use of the PT-023 ..............................................E-35  
After-sale Service ....................................................................E-40  
Specifications ..........................................................................E-41  
Diver's Insurance Guide ..........................................................E-41  
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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.  
Silicone grease  
Silica gel  
LCD hood  
(on the body)  
TTL cable connector  
(waterproof cap)  
LCD hood  
strap  
Buckle opener  
Waterproof cap  
maintenance adapter  
Hand strap  
Standard port  
(Attached to the main body)  
Lenscap  
Balance weight  
Case body  
Pick for O-ring removal  
(Check that the O-ring is normal.)  
Instruction manual  
(this manual)  
Warranty card  
Diver's insurance guide  
WARRANTY  
(販売店控え)  
取扱説明書  
本保証書は、本記載内容で無料修理を行うことをお約束するものです。  
お買い上げの日から下記期間中、万一故障が生した場合は、本契約書を添付ご持参の上  
お買い上げ販売店、または当社サービスステーションにご依頼ください。  
デジタルカメラ  
CAMEDIA C-8080 Wide Zoom用  
本保証書は日本において有効です。  
This is limited warranty for  
year from your date of  
purchase. Useful only in  
Japan.  
期  間  
お買上げ  
本体1年間  
年  月   
a
1
防水プロテクタ  
住所 Address  
お客様  
氏名 Name      性別(男・女)、年齢(  才)  
Customer  
PT-023  
                           
            TEL     
(
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〔必ず店名印を押  
してください。〕  
販売店  
Dealer's  
name and  
address  
JAPAN  
品名  
防水 防塵  
型名  
プロテクタ Model  
Serial NO.  
■このたびは水プロテクタPT-023をお買上げいただきりがご  
ざいま。  
保証責  
任者  
保証履行者  
〒192-0032 東京都八王子市石川町2951  
お問い合せ先/サービスステーション  
       03(3292)1931          
■この説明書をよくお読みのうえ全に正しくお使いくださいた、  
この説明書はお読みになった後ず保管してください。  
■誤った使い方をされると水漏れにより中のカメラが破損し理不能  
になる場合があります。  
■ご使用説明書に従いず事ェックを実施してください。  
Information disc  
CD-ROM  
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Names of the parts  
Palm grip  
Custom button  
Self-timer/Remote control/  
Erase button  
Metering/Print reservation  
button  
AF/Macro/MF button  
Exposure compensation/Data  
display button  
Flash mode/Rotation  
playback button  
Front lid  
LCD hood strap  
Grease for O-rings (White-cap tube)  
Silica gel  
Balance weight  
Pick for removing O-rings  
Buckle opener  
Lens cap  
Buckle open/close lever  
Buckle hook  
Quick View button  
Control dial knob  
Standard port O-ring (POL-104)  
Waterproof cap maintenance  
adapter  
LCD monitor window  
Camera mount  
Flash button  
White balance button  
Picture quality mode button  
Standard port (PPO-04)  
Port lock buckles  
TTL cable connector  
(waterproof cap)  
O-ring (POL-023A)  
O-ring (POL-023B)  
O-ring (POL-023C)  
Diffuser plate and diffuser plate  
cover  
Carrying strap ring  
Carrying strap  
LCD inner hood  
Mounting guide rails  
LCD hood  
Tripod socket  
Lens ring  
Lend window  
AEL button  
Shutter release lever  
Zoom lever  
LCD monitor button  
OK/Menu button  
Cross button  
Mode dial knob  
Power switch button  
Accessory mount  
Card select button  
Rear lid  
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  
Finished installation  
Hand strap  
Hand strap ring  
:
Please install the strap correctly as shown above. OLYMPUS  
CORPORATIOM 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: • Check your image on the LCD monitor. The viewfinder cannot be used  
to check the image.  
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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.  
Note: • For more detailed information on operating the shutter release,  
please consult the digital camera’s instruction manual.  
How to Use the Mode Dial  
The case is equipped with a mode  
dial knob that fits on the camera's  
mode dial and functions the same  
way. After inserting the digital  
camera into the case, make sure  
that the mode dial knob is operable  
before taking any image.  
Mode dial  
knob  
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.  
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.  
Advice  
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.  
Power Switch Button Operation Method  
Power switch  
button  
Press the power switch button  
to switch on the camera power  
supply.  
When the power switch button  
is pressed again, the camera  
power supply is switched off.  
:
• When the digital camera has not been used for about 3  
minutes while in the shooting mode, it enters the sleep  
mode (standby status). In the sleep mode, the lens returns  
to the wide-angle end and no camera operation is possible.  
To cancel sleep mode (and return to operation status),  
press the shutter button or any other button.  
CAUTION  
For details, refer to your digital camera's instruction manual.  
Popping up the Flash  
Press the flash button on the case to  
pop up the camera’s flash.  
:
• Once the flash is up, it cannot be retracted as long as the  
camera is in the case. Remove the camera from the case to  
retract the flash.  
CAUTION  
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Removing/attaching the standard port  
The standard port attached to the case should be removed when  
the Wide Port for PT-023 (optional PPO-05) is used.  
The standard port can be removed and attached as follows.  
Removing  
1
First wipe any moisture off the case, and then slowly turn  
the two buckles on either side of the standard port in the  
opening direction (from down to up, in the direction of the  
arrows as shown in the figure on the right).  
2
3
When the two buckles have been turned by about 110  
degrees from down to up, the standard port begins to  
separate from the case. (At this time, the diffusion plate also  
separates from the case. Be careful not to drop the plate.)  
Continue turning the buckles slowly until the  
standard port separates completely from the  
case(At this time, the diffusion plate also  
separates from the case.).  
Attaching  
A
fter aligning the notch on the standard port’s case  
1
mount with the protrusion on the case’s port mount, fit  
the standard port into the case. (If you are going to  
mount the diffusion plate at this time, see  
“Removing/attaching the diffusion plate” on next page.  
2
3
Boss  
Mount the standard port on the case so that  
the bosses on the case fit into the left and  
right buckles.  
Buckle  
Turn the two buckles from up to down until  
they stop to secure the standard port.  
:
If the standard port is attached improperly to the case,  
water penetration may result. Also make sure that the  
buckles on the left and right of the standard port are  
clamped firmly.  
CAUTION  
Refer to the Wide Port for PT-023's (optional PPO-05) instruction  
manual for detailed instructions on using it.  
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Detaching/attaching the diffusion plate  
The diffusion plate on the case is detachable. Remove the diffusion plate  
when using the optional PPO-05 Wide Port or when the diffusion plate is  
not necessary. To attach the diffusion plate, follow the procedure below.  
Detaching  
1
First make sure the case is completely dry. While  
gently holding the diffusion plate and standard port,  
slowly turn the two buckles on either side of the  
standard port by about 110° in the opening direction  
(from down to up, in the directions of the arrows).  
2
3
Keep turning the buckles gently to separate  
the diffusion plate and standard port  
completely from the case.  
Pull the diffusion plate from the standard port  
in the direction of the arrow to separate  
them.  
Attaching  
1
Align the diffusion plate’s rear window  
with the case’s diffusion guides  
.
2
3
While fitting the diffusion plate mount  
the top panel of the standard port into the port  
mount hole on the bottom of the diffusion  
on  
plate, insert the standard port into the case.  
Make sure that the diffusion plate is wedged between the front of  
the case and the top of the standard port. Then turn the buckles  
on either side of the standard port in the direction of the arrows to  
secure them. (For details on how to mount the standard port, see  
“Detaching/attaching the standard port” on the previous page.)  
:
The diffusion plate cannot be used when the PPO-05  
is mounted.  
CAUTION  
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Removing the TTL cable connector cap  
TTL flash shooting is possible by uncapping the TTL cable connector  
on this case (PT-023) and connecting the FL-20 flash case (optional  
PFL-01) as described in the following procedure.  
TTL flash shooting by combining this case (PT-022) and the case for  
FL-20 flash (optional PFL-01):  
Remove the TTL cable connector  
1
TTL cable  
connector cap  
Remove.  
cap from this case.  
The PFL-01 can be used only  
with the C-770 Ultra Zoom.  
Connect the underwater TTL  
cable connector, provided with  
the PFL-01, to the TTL cable  
connector on this case.  
2
Turn counter clockwise.  
1
Underwater  
TTL cable  
2
Insert into the  
connector.  
Turn the threaded section of the connector  
clockwise lightly until it is stopped.  
---- How to attach the TTL cable connector cap to the case ----  
Make sure there is no foreign matter attached to the O-rings inside  
the cap and on the TTL cable connector. To secure the cap, gently  
turn it clockwise until it stops.  
Gently turn the cap  
clockwise until it stops.  
Cap  
Connector  
Check O-rings  
Put the cap on the case.  
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:
If the TTL cable connector cap is loose, water  
penetration may result. Be sure to gently turn the cap  
until it stops to make sure it is firmly secured.  
Do not turn or tighten the TTL cable too hard. If it is  
too tight, it may be difficult to loosen and remove it.  
CAUTION  
Refer to the optional PFL-01's instruction manual for detailed  
instructions on using the TTL cable and hot shoe cable.  
Removing the hot shoe cable cap  
To perform TTL flash shooting when this case is used, connect the  
hot shoe cable provided with the optional PFL-01 between the  
connector on this case and the C-8080 Wide Zoom's hot shoe.  
Turn the hot shoe cable connector cap inside  
1
the case counterclockwise to remove it.  
Insert the connector of the hot shoe cable into  
the case's connector and turn the connector  
screws all the way clockwise to connect them  
2
firmly.  
Insert the cable's hot shoe into the C-8080  
Wide Zoom's hot shoe.  
3
When not using the hot shoe cable, attach the  
hot shoe cable cap to the hot shoe cable  
connector inside the case and turn the cap all  
4
the way clockwise to attach it firmly.  
:
Be sure to remove the camera from the case when  
inserting the connector of the hot shoe cable into the  
case’s connector.  
CAUTION  
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Cleaning the TTL connector  
If the threaded sections of the TTL cable and TTL cable connector  
stick to each other, the cable may disconnect from the connector. To  
prevent this, apply O-ring silicon grease (provided with this case) to  
the threaded sections.  
For details, see the maintenance description on page 33 of this  
manual.  
:
If you cannot disconnect the TTL cable, do not use  
force to disconnect it. Contact Olympus for support.  
CAUTION  
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.  
Making sure the case is waterproof  
Check the parts that ensure the case is waterproof.  
1. Make sure that the O-ring between the front and rear lids of the  
case is attached firmly and the buckle is tightly secured.  
2. Make sure that the O-rings between the case and standard port are  
attached firmly and that the buckles are tightly secured.  
3. Make sure that the O-ring on the TTL cable connector cap is  
attached firmly and that the cap is fitted tightly to the connector.  
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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.  
ț Damage to the O-ring groove or the O-ring contact surface.  
ț When closing the Case, check for catching of the hand strap and  
silica gel after the above causes have been eliminated.  
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• 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:• To make sure you aren't prevented from shooting because the  
battery runs out, it is recommended that you load a fully-  
charged battery before every diving session.  
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.  
Removing the carrying strap and lens cap from the digital camera  
If the digital camera has a carrying strap and lens cap attached, be  
sure to remove them before inserting the digital camera into the  
case.  
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• If the digital camera is inserted into the case without  
removing the carrying strap and lens cap, the case  
cannot be closed properly and water penetration may  
result.  
CAUTION  
• Be careful when removing the carrying strap and lens  
cap from the digital camera. Olympus will not assume  
any liability for any damage that may result from  
dropping the camera.  
Removing the filter from the digital camera  
If the digital camera has a lens filter attached, be sure to remove it  
before inserting the camera into the case.  
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• The digital camera cannot be inserted in the case if a  
filter is attached to the camera lens. Always be sure  
to remove the lens filter.  
CAUTION  
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Setting the camera mount on the digital camera  
Attach the provided camera mount to the tripod  
socket of the camera.  
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• Attach the camera mount in the proper direction as  
shown in the above figure.  
CAUTION  
Loading in the Case  
Which digital cameras can be loaded?  
This product (PT-023) is exclusively used for the CAMEDIA C-8080 Wide Zoom.  
Check the operation of the camera.  
Confirm the operation according to the instruction manual for the digital camera.  
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.  
Lifting the mode dial knob  
Pull up the mode dial of the case until it  
stops, so that it does not interfere with the  
mode dial of the digital camera.  
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Load the digital camera.  
Push the digital camera attached to the camera  
mount so that the mount’s guides slide along  
the mounting guide rails on the front lid of the  
case. Push it as far as it goes.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.  
Mounting guide rails  
Guides  
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• Be sure to store the camera flash before loading the  
camera in this case.  
CAUTION  
• After closing the case, make sure that the camera mount  
is properly attached to the front lid and rear lid.  
Fitting the mode dial knob  
After the digital camera has been loaded, push  
down the mode dial of the case from the upper  
surface of the case and set it so that the lower part  
of the mode dial of the case on the inside of the  
case fits properly onto the upper part of the mode  
dial of the digital camera.  
Advice • After properly fitting the case's mode dial knob, turn the knob to  
make sure that the camera's mode dial switches before closing the  
case tightly.  
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.  
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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.  
Check the loading status.  
Always perform the following final checks before sealing the Case.  
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Has the camera been inserted properly so that the zoom lever works?  
Has the silica gel bag been placed in the correct position and in the proper  
way?  
Are both the O-rings and the contact surfaces of the front lid free of dirt and  
other foreign matter?  
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Are the O-rings correctly positioned in the groove of the front and rear lids?  
Is the lens port attached properly and are the buckles locked correctly?  
the TTL cable connector cap attached tightly?  
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.  
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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  
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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.  
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.  
Guides  
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 closing the case tightly, check the seal between the front and  
rear lids and the connection between the port and case to make sure  
the O-rings are not twisted, that they sit properly in the grooves, and  
that no foreign matter has been caught between the two parts.  
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Hairs, fibers, and other narrow items are not very apparent,  
but they may cause entry of water, so that special attention  
is required.  
CAUTION  
Setting the camera power to ON and OFF  
Move the power switch button and confirm that the camera can be  
turned 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.  
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After inserting the camera into the case, confirm that the  
mode dial moves. If it does not move, oil or grease may  
have gotten on the mode dial. Wipe it clean.  
CAUTION  
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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.  
Caution when using the flash  
When taking macro shots with a wide-angle setting, the flash may  
provide uneven and/or insufficient illumination.  
Wide angle : Approx. 0.8 m to 5.8 m  
Flash reaching range  
(Land shooting)  
Tele :  
Approx. 0.2 m to 4.0 m  
During underwater shooting, shooting conditions (water clarity,  
suspended matter, etc.) can have a significant effect on the range  
of the flash.  
Always check your pictures on the LCD monitor after shooting.  
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• When the Wide Port for PT-023 (optional PPO-05) is  
used, the light from the camera's built-in flash will not  
be sufficient for shooting. In this case, use an external  
flash (for example, the FL-20 Electronic Flash and  
PFL-01 case).  
CAUTION  
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5. Handling After Shooting  
Wipe off any waterdrop.  
After underwater shooting,  
remove any drops of water from  
the case. Use pressurized air or  
a soft, lint-free cloth to carefully  
wipe away any moisture from the  
hinge between the front and rear  
lids, the shutter release lever, the  
handgrip and the buckles.  
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• Water left between the front and rear lids or between  
the case and port can get inside the case once it is  
opened or the port is detached. Please dry these  
areas carefully.  
CAUTION  
• When opening the case or removing the port, make  
sure no water from outside (e.g. drops from your hair  
or the diving suit) gets inside of the case and/or on  
the camera!  
• Before opening the case or removing the port, ensure  
that your hands or gloves are completely clean (free  
of sand, loose fibers, etc.).  
• Never open the case or remove the port in areas  
where water could splash or spray or where sand or  
dust could be blown in the air. When this cannot be  
avoided, for example if the battery or memory card  
needs to be changed, the case and camera should be  
protected from the wind or spray with a plastic sheet  
or similar object.)  
• Never touch the digital camera and/or battery you're  
your hands are wet with sea water.  
Note:  
• Moisten a cloth or towel with tap water and keep it in  
a plastic bag. Use this to wipe the salt water or  
crystals from your hands before you touch 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.  
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• After opening the case, always put it down it with the  
O-ring side face-up. Otherwise, dirt or other foreign  
matter could attach itself to the O-rings and/or the  
contact surfaces, allowing water to penetrate the case  
during the next dive.  
CAUTION  
• For information on storing images, refer to the digital  
camera's instruction manual.  
• When removing the digital camera from the case, it is  
very important you make sure the case’s mode dial  
knob is not still attached to the camera’s mode dial.  
Never use force to remove the digital camera. This  
could damage the camera or the case.  
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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.  
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• 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.  
In particular, to prevent the threaded sections of the TTL cable and  
TTL cable connector from sticking, be sure to clean the threaded  
sections with a cotton swab and apply a thin, uniform layer of O-ring  
silicon grease (provided with this case).  
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• 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.  
Using a clean cloth free of fibers, dirt, etc., a piece of lint-free tissue  
paper or a soft toothbrush, remove any foreign matter attached to the  
grooves of the O-rings. Also remove sand and dirt particles attached to  
the O-ring contact surfaces on the case.  
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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  
Apply the  
exclusive  
lubricant to each  
O-ring.  
Make sure that your fingers and the O-  
ring are free of dirt, and squeeze about  
5 mm of lubricant onto a finger. (5 mm  
is the most appropriate amount.)  
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Surround the lubricant with three  
fingers and spread it over the ring. Be  
careful not to use excessive force as  
this may stretch the O-ring.  
Spread the  
lubricant all over  
the O-ring.  
After spreading the lubricant, check  
visually and by touch that the O-ring is not  
scratched and that its surface is flat. If it is  
damaged in any way, replace it with a  
brand-new O-ring.  
Check that the  
O-ring is free of  
scratch or  
unevenness.  
Apply lubricant on  
the O-ring contact  
surface.  
Use the lubricant remaining on the  
fingers to clean and lubricate the  
case's contact surface.  
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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.  
Maintenance of the threaded sections on the  
TTL cable and TTL cable connector  
If the threaded sections used to connect the TTL cable to the TTL cable  
connector are not maintained properly, salt and other seawater residue  
may adhere the TTL cable and prevent it from being disconnected.  
After use in seawater, clean off any salt, sand, or other residue as soon  
as possible, then dry the equipment thoroughly. Clean the threaded  
sections with a cotton swab and apply a thin, uniform layer of O-ring  
silicon grease (provided with this case).  
Clean and apply O-ring  
silicon grease to these  
sections.  
Maintenance of the TTL Connector Cap  
After removing the TTL connector cap from the waterproof cap, be sure  
to clean and grease the O-ring.  
Use the waterproof cap maintenance adapter to remove the O-ring unit  
from the waterproof cap.  
Waterproof cap  
Waterproof cap  
maintenance adapter  
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Insert the adapter by aligning its pin with  
the hole on the cap.  
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Turn the adapter counterclockwise to  
remove the O-ring unit.  
After removing the O-ring attached to the  
O-ring unit, clean the O-ring groove and  
apply silicon grease to the O-ring. Then,  
re-attach the O-ring to the O-ring unit.  
O-ring  
Reverse the removal procedure to re-attach the O-ring unit to the  
waterproof cap.  
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-023  
Q1: Which digital cameras can be used with this case?  
A1 : This case is designed exclusively for use with the CAMEDIA C-8080  
Wide Zoom.  
Q2: What points should be observed when inserting the digital camera into  
the case?  
A2 : When inserting the digital camera you should pay special attention to the  
following points:  
(1) Check that the digital camera's battery is fully charged.  
This is important because in underwater shooting you can only use the  
LCD monitor for framing shots. This uses much more battery power than  
the optical viewfinder.  
(2) Check the number of remaining images that can fit on the memory card.  
Please use a card with as much free storage space as possible so you  
won't have open and close the case to replace the card.  
(3) Remove the carrying strap and lens cap from the digital camera.  
If the carrying strap and lens cap are not removed from the digital  
camera, they could catch between the two lids of the case and prevent it  
from closing properly. This could lead to water penetration.  
(4) Before closing the case, check that the O-rings sit correctly in the  
groove.  
(5) Make sure that the buckles used for connection of the case and port and  
TTL connector cap are closed firmly.  
(6) Make sure that the O-rings and the case's contact surfaces are free of  
foreign matter and dirt.  
(7) Place the silica gel bag in the case to avoid fogging. Only use Olympus  
silica gel.  
(8) When loading the digital camera into this case, first attach the camera  
mount to the camera and make sure that the projecting section of the  
camera’s zoom lever fits into the zoom lever notch on the case. Load the  
camera carefully, close the rear lid on the case and lock the buckle.  
(9) Install the special balance weight on the tripod mount 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.  
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(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  
(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, examine the O-rings and the O-ring contact  
surfaces on the front lid for foreign matter such as hair, fiber, and grains  
of sand. Remove these if present. Also examine the O-rings used for  
connection of the case and port.  
(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  
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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  
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.Be sure to  
clean the threaded sections on the TTL cable and TTL cable connector  
after drying and apply a thin, uniform layer of O-ring silicon grease  
(provided with this case).  
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.  
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(3) Damage, deterioration, or deformation of the O-ring  
(4) Sand, fibers, hair or other foreign matter on the O-ring  
(5) When foreign matter (sand, fiber, hair, etc.) is stuck to the O-ring  
grooves or O-ring contact surfaces.  
(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.  
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  
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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.  
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-023 accessories?  
The following accessories are being sold.  
A12:  
(1) O-ring for the PT-023 case (POL-023A/¥1,050 with tax, POL-  
023B/¥1,050 with tax, POL-023C/¥1,050 with tax): Silicone rubber  
packing for sealing the case. Three types of O-rings are available. O-  
rings designed for models other than the PT-023 cannot be used.  
(2) O-rings for attaching the PPO-04 standard port to the PT-023 case  
(POL-104/¥1,050 with tax): Silicon rubber packing for sealing the  
connection between the PPO-04 and PT-023.  
(3) Silicone O-ring grease (PSOLG-1/¥840 with tax): This is a special  
grease for silicone O-ring maintenance.  
(4) Silica gel (SILCA-5/¥525 with tax): This is a desiccant used to prevent  
fogging of the glass parts of the Case. The quantity is five bags.  
(5) LCD hood (PFUD-04/¥1,050 with tax): This hood is installed on the LCD  
monitor window of the Case to make it easier to see the LCD monitor of  
the camera.  
(6) Balance weight for PT-023 (PWT-023/¥2,625 with tax): 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.  
h You can order in large computer shops and camera mass sale stores.  
h Please contact your dealer or a service station of our company when  
replacement is required. Replacement will be made against payment.  
Q13  
:
How can I take good underwater photos?  
A13:  
Olympus's ZUIKO CLUB online school website has a page describing  
underwater shooting techniques. You can access this page at the  
following link:  
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After-sale Service  
You will receive the Warranty 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.  
Please contact your dealer or one of the service stations of  
OLYMPUS CORPORATION listed in this instruction manual for  
questions on aftersale 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.  
OLYMPUS CORPORATION 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.  
Warranty is limited to and valid only in the region of intended  
distribution.  
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-8080 Wide Zoom  
Pressure  
resistance  
Depth of up to 40 m  
Main body: Transparent polycarbonate  
Buckles: Stainless steel  
Main materials  
Grip/shutter release lever/zoom lever/mode dial  
knob/jog dial: Red polycarbonate  
Lens window: FL reinforced glass  
Lens ring: Aluminum  
Buttons: Nickel-plated brass  
O-rings/lens cap: Silicone rubber  
LCD hood: NBR rubber  
Dimensions  
Weight  
Width 181 mm x height 188 mm x thickness 200 mm  
(projections not included)  
1,475 g (LCD hood not included)  
We reserve the right to change the external appearance and the  
specifications without notice.  
Diver's Insurance Guide  
We recommend to subscribe to diver's insurance for water leakage.  
For details, refer to the enclosed Diver's Insurance Guide.  
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