Fantasea CP-3 Using Manual

General Introduction:
The Fantasea CP-3 housing is specifically designed for the Nikon Coolpix 3100

and 2100 digital cameras. The housing is dedicated to these two cameras, which
are physically identical, to insure the most compact design for easy handling and
accurate access to camera functions through the critical placement of push-button
controls.

The CP-3 housing provides access to the cameras’ shutter release, zoom control,
and quick review functions. It also allows setting of flash mode options, and macro
focus. This housing is ideal for outdoor and underwater photographers who prefer
to use the camera’s automatic exposure features for capturing fast action pictures
easily and creatively.

Fantasea CP-3 Uses:

The Fantasea CP-3 housing is designed as an underwater/outdoor camera housing.
It has a working depth of 130 feet/40 meters. Underwater photographers can dive
or snorkel and capture all the excitement of this fascinating world, while outdoor
photographers also have the option of capturing the action of such activities as
white water and paddle sports, sailing and boating, surfing, fishing and hunting,
backpacking and camping, and for family activities around the swimming pool or
at the beach. The CP-3 will protect the Coolpix camera from water, sand, dust,
and other damaging elements.

General Camera Description:

The Nikon Coolpix 3100 is a 3.2 megapixel camera and the Coolpix 2100 is a 2.3
megapixel camera. With this resolution and the outstanding quality of other Nikon
features, such as optical performance, you will be able to produce high quality
images of the thrilling outdoor activities in which you participate. These cameras
were selected as the basis for the housing design due to the combination of image
quality and consumer value. For specific features of each camera you should
reference your camera’s instruction manual or obtain product technical
information from Nikon or their dealers.

Fantasea CP-3 Camera Housings

For Nikon Coolpix 3100 & Coolpix 2100 Digital Cameras

Housing Orientation & Nomenclature:

Front View:

Shutter Release

Zoom Controls

Flash Mode controls
Option Select option

Macro Mode Controls
& Option Select

Quick Review

LCD Monitor

LCD Shade

Door Hinge

1

5

4

3

2

6

9

8

7

Set Controls

Shutter Release

Diffuser/Block Accessory

3

1

Safety Lock
Release

7

Rear View:

CP-3 Model:

Lanyard
Eyelet

4

Tripod Socket

5

Lens Ring

6

Latch Buckle

2

Using the CP-3 Housing:
Opening Housing:

Using two hands, pinch the (Blue) Latch Buckle Release together to unlock the
safety device. While holding the release in this position, pull the Blue latch open
in a front to back direction. The latch is hinged on the front half of the clamshell.
Pulling the latch toward the rear of the housing will unclip the latching buckle
and allow it to swing free, for opening.

Inserting Camera:

Since the CP-3 was specifically designed for the Coolpix 3100 and 2100 digital
cameras. Insertion is a simple matter of placing the camera in the housing. Make
sure the camera lens is properly aligned with the port and that the camera is
perfectly flat. There are no screws or mounts to worry about or any other
alignments once the camera is properly inserted.

Note: It is necessary to make some camera settings prior to inserting into the
housing. Please refer to the Coolpix owners manual for menu options and
personal preferences to choose from, that are not accessible through the housing
push-button controls. Turn the camera on before inserting in housing.

Underwater photographers will probably want to set the flash mode to the
“Anytime” setting to insure they always have a flash with every exposure. It is
also wise to set the focus mode to allow the lens to focus in the macro range for
capturing great images of the tiny and exotic subjects that you can find
underwater.

Checking the Gasket:

Each time the housing is opened, the gasket seal should be visually inspected.
If there is any debris present, including dirt, sand, dust, grease or other matter,
it must be cleaned to insure a proper water-tight seal. Cleaning the gasket is a
simple matter of wiping it with a damp, soft cloth to remove any foreign matter .
Be careful the cloth you use does not leave any of its own material behind as this
can also affect the effectiveness of the gasket. It is not necessary to remove the
gasket for cleaning unless visual inspection determines that there is foreign matter
underneath the gasket as well. If this occurs, be sure the surface of the housing
is also clean and wiped free of any debris.