Olympus FL 50, FFL 50 User Manual

Fantasea FFL 50 Flash Housing for the Olympus FL50 Flash

TABLE OF CONTENTS ...............................................................................................................................2

GENERAL INFORMATION........................................................................................................................3

FANTASEA FFL 50 FLASH HOUSING.............................................................................................................. 3

GENERAL FLASH HOUSING DESCRIPTION................................................................................................. 3

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................................................................3

FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES INCLUDED WITH THE HOUSING ................................................. 4

FUNCTION CONTROLS.................................................................................................................................... 5

MAINTENANCE OF THE MAIN GASKET SEAL .................................................................................. 6

MOUNTING THE SPEEDLIGHT IN THE HOUSING..........................................................................11

INSERTING ................................................................................................................................................... 11

CLOSE HOUSING ..........................................................................................................................................12

ATTACHING THE SYNC CORD.............................................................................................................. 13

ATTACHING FLASH HOUSING TO ARM............................................................................................14

BATTERY LIFE ........................................................................................................................................... 15

CLEANING & STORAGE.......................................................................................................................... 15

CARE AND MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................... 15

TRAVELING..................................................................................................................................................16

ACCIDENTS.................................................................................................................................................. 16

SERVICE....................................................................................................................................................... 16

WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................................ 17

FANTASEA HOUSINGS ONE YEAR CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY...........................................................17

GENERAL INFORMATION

FANTASEA FFL 50 FLASH HOUSING

Specifically designed housing for the Olympus FL50 Speedlight. The FFL 50 provides full controls for all flash functions including TTL when used with the FE-330 Camera Housing for the Olympus E330. Does not include 5 pin Nikonos type sync cord.

GENERAL FLASH HOUSING DESCRIPTION

The Fantasea FFL 50 is rated to a maximum working depth of 60m/200 ft. It is an injection molded plastic housing, constructed to take the rigorous environments that underwater photographers and outdoor photographers experience, and will protect the Olympus FL50 Speedlight in these demanding activities. The housing offers push button controls which provide access to the all the important controls and features of the flash.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Test Pressure Fantasea Housings are individually tested to 300 feet

• Closure Design Air Lock

• Body Material Polycarbonate

• Overall Size 180 x 110 x 210 mm (DxWxH)

• Total Weight Approximately 1 Kg (Housing only)

• Buoyancy

(with camera) Approximately neutral in salt water

FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES INCLUDED WITH THE HOUSING

FEATURES:

• Visible main gasket seal for final pre-dive check

• Double O-ring design on all controls

• Bulkhead and hotshoe plug for external TTL strobe

ACCESSORIES INCLUDED:

• Spare main gasket seal

• Universal tool

• Silicone O-ring grease

• Cleaning Kit

FUNCTION CONTROLS

1. Mode

To select the flash control mode and is shown on the control panel.

2. Zoom

This is to adjust the firing angle.

3. Test

Dual purpose for Auto Check and Test flash activation.

4. Power

Power button for Off and On.

5. Aperture

Mode A to select the set up mode. The guide number [GN] is also set up.

6. ISO

Mode B to select light intensity value.

7. Light

IGURE 1: BACK OF HOUSING

MAINTENANCE OF THE MAIN GASKET SEAL

Each housing is individually inspected and hydrostatically tested in the factory. The design of the main gasket seal is among the most reliable in the industry and the watertight integrity is excellent. This special gasket design provides a perfect seal even if there is any movement between the body and lid due to change of ambient pressure.

WITH THIS IN MIND…

The gasket seal is the only barrier between the water outside and the air space within the flash. It is an effective barrier only if the seal is properly maintained. The gasket seal should be inspected before every dive. The following information is provided for your guidance in using and maintaining the gasket seal.

MAINTAINING THE GASKET SEAL

If the main body to lid gasket is not installed, install the gasket before diving. This is the only user serviceable gasket. Its care and maintenance is critical to the watertight integrity of the housing. The gasket should be replaced at the proper service interval (see Section on Service). If the gasket is contaminated, or not already installed, inspect and install the gasket according to the following guidelines.

GUIDELINES FOR INSPECTION, CLEANING AND RE-INSTILLATION OF THE GASKET

Materials Needed:

You will require a soft cotton cloth or q-tip. Make sure these are free of all chemicals or contamination such as loose fibers You can moisten the cotton or cloth and wipe the surface of gasket clean—no silicon grease or lubricant is necessary It is advised to carry out the following procedure on a firm clean level surface, e.g. at a table), to prevent skidding. This is especially useful if you are doing this maintenance from your diving boat as it moves.

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