GMS Concepts H2OV Operation Manuals

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H2OV - Housing Operation

 Removing the Cover
The latches on the H2OV are spring loaded and include a safety catch to prevent accidental opening. The

best procedure for removing the cover of the housing is to place one hand over the back of the housing
and press in the small safety catch on one of the latches.
With your other hand, lift up on the latch, allow the latch to remain hooked to the cover until after you
repeat this process on the other side.

Do not place the housing with the lens face against an unprotected surface while removing or replacing
the cover, taking care not to scratch the lens face.

 Inserting your Camera

Basic Unit

For the Basic Unit, turn the camera power on and place in record mode, insert the camera in the housing
with the bottom of the camera facing the felt pads, making sure the record on/off switch remains in the on
position.
The camera's small lanyard can be tucked along side the camera to allow room for the cover, (the lanyard
will also allow you to easily remove the camera from the housing).

Full Control Unit

The power and record switch on your camera should be in the off position while inserting into the
housing.
The record start/stop control on the H2OV should be set to the stop position while inserting and removing
the camera. This control has a floating magnet inside the housing, take care not to dislodge the magnet
while inserting or removing the camera, the magnet should move freely along the side of the camera.

 Replacing the Cover
Inspect that the sealing surfaces are clean and free of any foreign particles. Place the cover on the

housing, making sure that it is seated properly and not in contact with any part of the camera.
Note: The power button on the cover is slightly offset and should be positioned so that the button is
closest to the top of the camera / housing. Set both latches loosely on the hooks of the cover and press
down on both latches at the same time, (IMPORTANT - Do Not latch one at a time) look to see if you
have a good seal, you should see a solid black line on the o-ring.

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H2OV - Information

 Information
The H2OV housing was designed for recreational and technical SCUBA
Pressured tested to 300 feet. – 100 m.
The depth that an underwater housing will survive is dependent upon its size, material, wall thickness,

and safety factor. The H2OV was designed with a conservative safety margin, and has been pressure
tested to 300 feet.

A properly designed housing can provide years of use and will not flood unless it has been damaged
or the seals have not been properly maintained. Every housing is tested before shipping to insure there
are no defects in design or workmanship. After that, it is the responsibility of the user to avoid damaging
the housing and maintain the o-rings and their sealing surfaces.

 Maintenance

1. Make sure there are no nicks or deep scratches on the sealing surfaces of the housing or the
cover. (If this occurs, unit must be returned for repair and testing.)

2. Make sure the sealing surfaces are clean and free from any foreign particles.

3. Inspect and replace o-rings if you observe any sign of ware or cracking.

4. If your unit is equipped with a (power control button), the shaft o-ring may need to be inspected and
cleaned periodically. (Please contact Support for information)

5. It is recommended to keep the H2OV in a protective case to avoid transport damage and
scratching of the lens surface.

6. When used in salt water, be sure to rinse with fresh water after each use.