Digital Housing
instruction manual
for
Olympus
C-8080
Housing
#6130.80
Ikelite Digital Housing
Lift
Push For ward
Lid Snap Lock
Lid
Hook
Lid
Hook
O' Ring
Housing Back
Mounting
Bolt
Mounting
Tray
Control
D
ial
Q
uick View
Shutter
Release
Card
E
xposure Comp / Info /
W
hite Balance / Record Mode
T
imer/
E
rase
AEL
AEL
OK/Menu
M
onitor
M
etering
Macro
A
rrow Pad
S
hutter
R
elease
Lid
S
nap
Lid
S
nap
Z
oom
Custom
Mode
P
ower
T
ray
P
ush
Button
R
ubber
H
andle
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
External TTL
S
trobe Connection
F
lash
L
ens Port
External TTL
Strobe Connector
Lens Port
Power
Mode
Custom
Zoom
Shutter
Release
Exposure Comp/
Info/
White Balance/
Record Mode
instruction manual
#6130.80 for Olympus C-8080WZ
Thank you for your purchase of an Ikelite Digital Camera Housing.
Ikelite products have been designed and built in the USA for over
30 years by Ikelite for both the professional and amateur
photographer.
The clear housing permits instant visual inspection of the camera
and all sealing surfaces as well as complete monitoring of controls
and camera LCD screens.
Ikelite Digital Housings are slightly negative in salt water for
stability. This housing has been water pressure tested at the
factory. Housing is pressure tested to 200’ (60m).
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TOP VIEW
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One control is used to access the White Balance, Exposure
Compensation, Record Mode and Info buttons.
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In the normal down position rotate the housings control
clockwise to depress the Record Mode/Info button and counterclockwise to depress the Exposure Compensation button.
WWhhiittee BBaallaannccee CCoonnttrrool
To access the camera's WB button, pull up on the housing
control until it stops, rotate the control clockwise to depress the
camera's White Balance button.
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OOppeenniinngg tthhee HHoouussiinng
1. Lid Snaps have a
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To open, push Lid Snap Lock
forward and lift as shown.
Keep pressure on the Lid
Snap so it does not fly open
quickly.
Some lid snaps have a lot of
spring tension once they go over center, have a firm grip on the
lid snap. Lid Snaps may be opened one at a time.
IInnssttaalllliinngg tthhee CCaammeerra
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1. Remove the back from
the housing. The
mounting tray for the
camera is secured to
the housing back.
Position the camera on
the tray and secure it
with the mounting bolt
which threads into the
camera’s tripod socket.
Pull out on each
2.
housing control until it
stops. This will get the
controls out of the way
for installing the camera.
CCaauuttiioon
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iinnssttaalllliinngg tthhee ccaammeerraa iinnttoo tthhee hhoouussiinngg.
.
Any attachment that
adds length to the lens will restrict the zoom and may scratch
the inside of the housings port.
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External TTL Strobe Connector
W
aterproof Cap
O
'ring
H
ousing Back
Hot Shoe
Connector
Camera
UUssiinngg FFllaassh
The camera's built-in flash cannot be used. To use flash an
external flash must be connected to the housing.
FFllaasshh CCoonnnneeccttiioonn ffoorr EExxtteerrnnaall SSttrroobbees
When using an external strobe connect the housings Hot Shoe
Connector, slide the connector into the hot shoe of the camera
rom the back of the camera as shown. Slide the connector
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forward until it stops. This can be done after the camera is
ecured with the mounting bolt.
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NNOOTTEE:
ecommended that you slide the housings Hot Shoe Connector
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into the camera's hot shoe. In this position it is less likely to
interfere with the o'ring seal.
CCaauuttiioonn:
Do not remove the
External Strobe
Connector’s
waterproof cap
unless an external
sync cord is going
to be plugged in.
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Even if you are not using an external strobe it is
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CClloossiinngg tthhee HHoouussiinng
1. Place housing face down.
2. Check to see that there is an o’ring
on the housing back and that it is
clean and in its proper location.
. Some control shafts can be slid out,
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making camera installition easier.
ently pull out on a control until it
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stops.
4. Guide the back onto the housing.
The o’ring should touch the
ousing all the way around. There
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should be an even gap all the way
around between the housing and
the housing back.
5. Lift the lid snaps so they are
extended and place the lid snap
nto the hook on the housing back.
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6. To close the housing push
down on the lid snaps until
they snap into place . Lid
snaps on opposite sides of the
housing should be closed at the
same time. Be sure they are down
far enough to engage the lock.
DDoouubbllee cchheecck
Check the gap between the housing back and the housing, it
should be even all the way around.
Look through the clear plastic back at the o’ring. You should see a
darkened area where the o’ring is compressed against the
housing back. If you do not see an even black compression seal
all the way around the back, open the lid snaps, reseat the
housing back and close the lid snaps. Visually check the seal again.
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- Once the housing is closed, check the o’ring seal.
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housing back
o’ring
housing
even gap
all 4 sides
housing
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housing back
o’ring
CChheecckkiinngg CCoonnttrroolls
Once the housing has been closed, push the controls back into
place. Make sure they line up with the camera’s controls.
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(NOTE:) After you have used the
housing’s zoom control it must be
returned to the center position to
disengage. If the housing zoom
control is pushing the camera
zoom lever in either direction you
cannot take a picture or access
any other function as the camera
is receiving a signal from the
engaged zoom control.
TTuurrnn CCaammeerraa OOn
Turn the camera on and operate each of the housing controls to
get a feel for using the camera in the housing. Take a few
pictures above water with the camera in the housing.
LLeennss PPoorrt
Do not use alcohol or window cleaner on the Lens Port.
CCaauuttiioon
When the camera is in the housing and the lens is fully extended
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Treat the glass in the lens port as a camera lens. After use, rinse
and gently dry the lens port to avoid water spotting. To clean
use a mild soap solution or lens cleaner.
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the lens almost touches the inside of the housing's port.
iinnssttaalllliinngg tthhee ccaammeerraa iinnttoo tthhee hhoouussiinngg.
adds length to the lens will restrict the zoom and may scratch
the inside of the housings port.
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Zoom contr
engaged
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Any attachment that
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Zoom control
disengaged
(centered)
OOppttiioonnaall AAcccceessssoorriiees
EExxtteerrnnaall SSuubbssttrroobbees
External strobes offer several advantages over using the
camera’s built-in flash. External strobes move the flash away
from the camera lens which helps reduce backscatter. They also
expand lighting options to achieve the best lighting for
different subjects and lenses. A strobe such as the DS51 is ideal
for use with macro and most standard camera lenses up to
28mm. When an optional wide angle lens is added a strobe such
as the DS125 is needed as it has a greater angle-of-coverage. A
second external strobe can be added to fill the shadows and
produce more realistic photographs.
TTTTLL EExxppoossuurree MMoodde
Ikelite DS Substrobes are fully TTL functional and provide real
Olympus TTL control with this housing. For TTL exposure you
must use an Ikelite DS Substrobe and the Ikelite #4103.51 sync
cord or #4103.52 dual sync cord for dual strobes.
NNOOTTEE:
:
Refer to camera manual for camera flash settings when
using an external strobe.
MMaannuuaall EExxppoossuurree MMoodde
This camera can be used with the Ikelite Substrobe, DS51, 100A,
DS125, or 200 in the manual mode. A #4103.51 sync cord is
required to connect the Substrobe to the housing.
MMaannuuaall EExxppoossuurree MMooddee 2
Use the Ikelite EV-Controller with a DS Substrobe for more
control over manual exposure. The EV Controller provides 10
manual power settings in 1/2 stop increments. For housings with
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an external sync cord connection it is recommeded to connect the
EV-Controller to the housing with a #4103.51 sync cord.
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DDSS5511 SSuubbssttrroobbe
The Substrobe DS51 covers
he equivalent of a 28mm
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lens. It is the ideal choice
when using only the camera
lens or the camera lens with a
macro accessory lens.
DDSS112255 SSuubbssttrroobbe
The Substrobe DS125 covers
he equivalent of an 18mm
t
lens, 100 degrees (with
iffuser). It is the ideal choice
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when using accessory wide
angle lenses greater than
28mm.
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OOppttiioonnaall SSttrroobbee PPaacckkaaggees
#3944.51 includes
DS51 Substrobe
Ikelite TTL Sync Cord
SA-100R Arm
#3944.75 includes
DS125 Substrobe
1.5 hr. Smart Charger
Ikelite TTL Sync Cord
SA-100R Arm
BBaacckk OO’’rriinngg
O’rings last for several years if properly maintained. (See
maintenance) Always carry a spare.
DS125
Substrobe
SA-100R
Arm
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TTL Sync
Cord
DDuuaall HHaannddllee TTrraayy
A Dual Handle Tray is available. The Dual Handle Tray provides
a second access point for mounting a second strobe.
LLuubbrriiccaanntts
1. Ikelite provides silicone lubricant with the housing. We
recommend that you use only Ikelite lubricantas some other
brands may cause the o’ring to swell and not seal properly.
2. Use only enough lubricant to lightly cover control shafts and
o’rings. Wipe off any excess lubricant with a clean cloth.
Lubricant is not a sealant, it is used to reduce friction. Excessive
lubricant can collect sand and dirt which may interfere with
proper sealing.
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MMaaiinntteennaanncce
The Ikelite Digital Housing should be given the same care and
attention as your other photographic equipment. In addition to
normal maintenance we recommend that the housing be returned
to Ikelite periodically to be checked and pressure tested.
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prolonged periods. Heat may damage the camera.
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3. Before using the housing, always check the tightness of the
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Check each
they are tight. There is a slight chance that either could vibrate
loose during travel.
4. Keep the back o’ring clean and lightly lubricated. To lubricate
remove the o’ring from the back. Put a small amount of lkelite
lubricant on your fingers. Draw the o’ring through your fingers
to apply a light coating of lubricant. Only apply enough
lubricant to make the o’ring feel slick.
This light coating of lubricant will help to keep the o’ring from
drying out and will help to show a dark sealing line when the
housing back is properly sealed.
5. Keep the area where the o’ring fits and the sealing surface of
the housing clean.
6. Rinse the housing exterior thoroughly in fresh water after each
salt water use. Dry with a soft cloth. Dry lens port to eliminate
water spotting.
After several uses in salt water soak the housing in a mild soap
solution, rinse and dry before storage. When storing the
housing, remove the back o’ring, lightly lubricate and place in a
plastic bag. Place the plastic bag with o’ring inside the housing
for safe keeping.
CCAAUUTTIIOON
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ccaauussee tthhee ppllaassttiicc hhoouussiinngg ttoo ccrraacckk.
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leave the camera and housing in direct sunlight for
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ship the camera in the housing.
in each control knob.
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penetrating the housing to make sure
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CCoonnttrrooll MMaaiinntteennaanncce
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Ikelite controls are designed to provide years of reliable service
with minimal maintenance.
1. Push button controls require no maintenance other than rinsing
in fresh water after saltwater use. If a push button control
ecomes difficult to push or if it sticks when depressed, soak the
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housing in luke warm fresh water. After a few minutes operate
he push button. If this does not correct the problem, return the
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housing to Ikelite for maintenance.
2. Some of the controls have long shafts. These controls can be
lubricate shaft
housing
3. Some of the controls have a short shaft and cannot be pulled
out exposing the shaft for lubrication. In the unlikely event one
f these controls sticks or becomes difficult to operate you can
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remove the control from the housing and lubricate it, or return
the housing to Ikelite for maintenance. To remove the control,
loosen the set screw in the knob (allen wrench required);
emove the knob. If there is salt or dirt build-up on the exposed
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control shaft, clean the shaft. Open the housing and gently slide
he control shaft out of the control gland. Clean and lightly
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lubricate the shaft, including the end of the shaft. Slide the
haft back into the control gland and gently slide it back and
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forth a few times without fully removing the shaft from the
gland. Replace the knob, NOTE the flat area on the shaft, the
set screw in the knob should tighten down against the flat area
n the control so the knob does not turn on the shaft.
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pull out to
expose shaft
pulled out, exposing the shaft (see drawing).
To lubricate the control, gently pull on the knob until the
stainless steel shaft is exposed. Lightly lubricate the shaft, then
move the shaft in and out several times. This will lubricate the
x’ring in the Ikelite control gland. This should be done before
using the housing after a prolonged storage period, or once a
week when the housing is in use.
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GGeenneerraall TTiipps
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1. Due to the power required to operate the camera, flash, and
LCD screen it is a good idea to start each dive with a fresh set of
batteries.
2. Just before entering the water check the housing for a proper
seal. As soon as you enter the water, take a moment and check
the housing again to see that it is properly sealed.
3. Next, check to see if there are any bubbles on the face of the
lens port. If there are, take your finger and remove them. If
there are bubbles on the lens port they can produce soft focus
spots in your photographs.
4. If you use the housing's Zoom control, make sure to move it
back to the center position. If the housing Zoom control is
pushing the camera zoom lever to either side the camera will
not function. (See page 7)
control
shaft
Flat
Tighten set screw down
against this area when
replacing the knob.
housing
Lubricate end of shaft
before reinserting into
gland
gland
Loosen set screw
(allen wrench required)
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PPhhoottoo TTiipps
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1. The number one rule in underwater photography is eliminate as
much water between the camera and subject as possible. Get as
close as you can to the subject, then use the zoom. Even with
flash, subjects beyond 6 feet (1.8m)will not have much color.
2. Some digital cameras have a slight lag time between when you
press the shutter release button and the camera actually takes
the picture. Hold the camera steady a second or two after
pressing the shutter release button.
3. Do not shoot down on subjects as they will quite often blend
into the background and be difficult to see in the photograph.
Shoot subjects straight on or shoot up at a slight angle using
the blue water as a contrasting background.
4. Underwater flash is used to restore the warmer colors filtered
out by the water as well as to illuminate the subject. When
photographing underwater with flash, use flash even in shallow
water as color is effected even at shallow depths. Also if the sun
is behind the subject the subject is shaded (dark) and needs
flash for a good exposure.
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defects for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Defective products should be returned prepaid to Ikelite. Ikelite
will, at its discretion, repair or replace such products, and will
eturn to customer prepaid. All other claims, of any nature,
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including but not limited to bulb failure are not covered. Except as
entioned above, no other warranty expressed or implied, applies
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to this Ikelite product.
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product to the address below with your name, address, phone
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