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WATERPROOF CASE
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User’s Manual
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For Your Safety To prevent damage to your Nikon product or injury to yourself or to others, read the following safety precautions in their entirety before using this equip- ment. Keep these safety instructions where all those who use the product will read them. The consequences that could result from failure to observe the precautions listed in this section are indicated by the following symbol: This icon marks warnings, information that should be read before using this Nikon product to pre
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Do not dive while holding Do not exposure to high temperatures To prevent injury caused by the case Do not expose the product to tem- striking the body, do not jump or dive peratures over 40 °C (104 °F). Failure to into water while holding the WP-CP2. observe this precaution could cause the product to warp, resulting in leakage. Do not use below 40 m Do not use at depths below 40 m (130´). Observe caution when operating the Failure to observe this precaution could fl ash result in le
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Cautions To ensure continued enjoyment of your Nikon product, observe the following precautions when storing or using the device. Preventing Leakage WATER INSIDE THE CASE COULD NOT ONLY EXPOSE THE CAMERA TO IRREPARABLE DAMAGE BUT ALSO RESULT IN FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR EXPOSURE TO POISONOUS GASES. THE ENTRY OF WATER INTO THE CASE CAN BE PREVENTED BY OBSERVING THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS: Before using the WP-CP2 in or near water, test for leaks as described on pages 6–7 and 12 of this manual.
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Temperature Do not leave the case in areas exposed to high temperatures, such as inside a car, near a heater, on a beach, or in direct sunlight. Failure to observe this precaution could weaken or warp the case, resulting in damage to the camera. Sudden changes in temperature could result in condensation inside the case, which could also damage the camera. To prevent condensation: • Before exposing the case to sudden changes in temperature, place it in a sealed plastic bag. Do not open t
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Table of Contents For Your Safety ................................................................................................ i Cautions........................................................................................................... iii Notices.............................................................................................................. vi Introduction 1 Package Contents............................................................................................ 1
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Notices No part of the manuals included with Nikon will not be held liable for any this product may be reproduced, trans- damages resulting from the use of this mitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval product. system, or translated into any language While every effort has been made to in any form, by any means, without ensure that the information in these Nikon’s prior written permission. manuals is accurate and complete, we Nikon reserves the right to change the would appreciate
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Introduction Introduction Thank you for your purchase of a WP-CP2 waterproof case for Nikon COOLPIX 5200 and 4200 digital cameras. The WP-CP2 is waterproof to a depth of 40 m (130´), allowing pictures to be taken underwater or in mist and rain. This man- ual has been written to help you enjoy taking pictures using the waterproof case. Keep this manual where all those who use the product will read it, and be sure to read both it and the camera manual thoroughly before use. To make it easie
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Introduction Parts of the WP-CP2 Shutter-release button ( 14; ) Power switch ( 13; ) Buckle Diffusion panel ( 6, 9, 11) Latch Lens window ( 6, 9, 11) O-ring / O-ring guide ( 17) Camera guides ( 9) Front cover Rear cover Watertight channel ( 10, 17) O-ring seal ( 10, 17) Attaching the Strap 2
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Introduction Mode dial ( 13; ) Zoom out (W/ ) button Monitor window ( 14; ) Zoom in (T / ) button ( 14; ) (delete) button ( 13; ) MENU button ( 13; ) (playback) button Eyelet for strap ( 14; ) ( 2) Buckle release Tripod socket button ( 9) Multi selector ( 13; ) Waterproof case Camera multi selector : Performs same function as corresponding camera control. See camera Guide to Digital Photography for details. 3
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Introduction Overview U Using the WP-CP2 sing the WP-CP2 Follow these steps when using the waterproof case: Check for Leaks ( 6–7) Important! To prevent water damage to the camera, be sure to check for leaks before placing the camera in the case. If water enters the case, check the O-ring and confi rm that the case is properly sealed ( 10). Insert the Camera ( 8–11) 2. Insert the camera 1. Ready the camera 3. Insert desiccant 5. Close the case 4. Perform a fi nal check 4
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Introduction Check for Leaks Again ( 12) If water enters the case, check the O-ring and confi rm that the case is properly sealed ( 10). If the cause of the leak can not be determined, take the case to a Nikon-authorized service rep- resentative. Take Pictures ( 13–14) 1. Turn the camera on 2. Adjust settings 3. Take pictures Clean the Case ( 15–16) 1. Wash the case in fresh water 2. Wipe dry 3. Remove the camera 4. Soak the case in fresh water 5. Wipe dry 6. Let the case dry in the shade
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Check for Leaks Check for Leaks Important! Before placing the camera in the case, be sure that the camera is function- ing normally and that the case does not leak. Failure to check for leaks before use could result in irreparable damage to the camera. Close the case After making sure that the O-ring is in place, slowly close the case, being careful not to pinch your fi ngers in the gap. Latch the case With front and rear halves of the case lightly touching but the case not fully closed
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Check for Leaks Check for leaks Keep the case immersed and check whether any bubbles are emitted. After two to three seconds, take the case out of the water and check whether any droplets are inside. Test the shooting controls Immerse the case and operate the controls under- water for two to three minutes, checking whether any bubbles are emitted or any water enters the case. Check for water inside the case Take the case out of the water and check for wa- ter inside the case. If water has
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Insert the Camera Insert the Camera 1. Ready the Camera Insert the battery and memory card Before using the camera, check the battery level and number of exposures remaining. Batteries Make sure that the battery is undamaged. Failure to observe this precaution could result in fi re or in damage to the camera. For more information, see the camera Guide to Digital Photography. Remove the Camera Strap To ensure that the camera strap does not get caught in the seal and cause a leak, be sure
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Insert the Camera 2. Insert the Camera Turn the camera off Release the buckle Pressing the buckle release button (), slide the latch forward () and open the buckle (). Open the case Opening the Case Do not open the case in areas exposed to blown sand or spray. Keep the case upright; do not place the open case with the O-ring or O-ring seal face down. Insert the camera Position the camera in the camera guides with the lens in the lens window. 9
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Insert the Camera 3. Insert Desiccant To prevent condensation from forming inside the case, insert the silica gel desiccant between the bottom of the camera and the case. Slide the desiccant to the front of the case, where it will not interfere with proper closing of the case. Im- proper placement could cause the case to leak. Replacing the Desiccant Used desiccant loses its ability to absorb moisture. We recommend replacing the desiccant each time the case is used ( 19). 4. Perform a
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Insert the Camera 5. Close the Case Close the case After making sure that the O-ring is in place, slowly close the case, being careful not to pinch your fi ngers in the gap. Latch the case With front and rear halves of the case lightly touching but the case not fully closed (), fl ip the buckle onto the front half of the case (). Press the case closed until the latch clicks shut. Check that the case is properly sealed, that the O-ring is in place, and that no foreign objects are ca
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Check for Leaks Again Check for Leaks Again Important! Before use, be sure that the camera is functioning normally and that the case does not leak. Failure to check for leaks before use could result in irreparable damage to the camera. After sealing the case, perform a fi nal check for leaks. Immerse the case in water and check for leaks as described in Steps 3–6 of “Check the Case for Leaks” ( 6). Check that the desiccant stays dry and that no water enters the case. If a leak is detec
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Take Pictures 1. Turn the Camera On Press the power switch on the waterproof case. The camera power-on lamp will light and the monitor will turn on. 2. Adjust Settings The controls on the case correspond to the following camera controls. For more information, see the camera Guide to Digital Photography. Mode dial Zoom buttons Multi selector (playback) button MENU button (delete) button 13
