|
|
|
|
|
Shoot
the World's |
|
Products |
|
Help-FAQs |
|
User's Guide |
|
Company |
|
Contact |
|
Underwater Video Housings and Still Camera Housings for Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Kayaking, and More |
|
|
|
AquaCam EX Universal Video Housings, Coolpix Still Camera Housings, and Accessories |
AquaCam EX Frequently Asked Questions
1. Will the AquaCam EX accept my camcorder? Will my camcorder work in the AquaCam EX?
2. Where are the Mechanical and Electronic controls located?
3. Do I need video lights?
4. Will the AquaCam EX accept video lights if I choose to use them?
1. Will the AquaCam EX accept my camcorder? Will my camcorder work in the AquaCam EX?The AquaCam EX video housings are universal, which means they will accept most camcorders. Camcorder compatibility is entirely based on the size of your camcorder and has nothing to do with the make and model. If your camcorder is small enough to fit, it will work in the AquaCam EX. The smaller your camcorder is, the better it will fit and function, and we do provide shorter housing lengths for smaller camcorders (down to 6 inches/152mm). Go to Camcorder Compatibility page to determine if your camcorder will fit in the AquaCam EX video housings.The optional Mechanical control system is user-adjustable and will work the Record Start/Stop button on any camcorder with a right-hand-thumb record button location.
The optional Electronic control system is compatible with any Sony (or Canon) camcorders equipped with a LANC, REMOTE, or A/V-Remote jack .
2. Where are the Mechanical and Electronic controls located?
The Mechanical Control push-button is mounted on the top at the back end of the housing. This unique, universal control must be mounted at the back end because it extends far inside the housing and would interfere with the camcorders if mounted in other forward locations. When shooting underwater with a neutrally buoyant housing, the mechanical control is very easy to use. You simply remove one hand from one of the handles and reach back to momentarily push the record start/stop control button -- the AquaCam EX video housing can be securely held with one hand when underwater.The Electronic Control system uses a four-position magnetic joystick control with a magnetic switch box and control circuit that is mounted on the inside of the housing opposite the joystick. A cable from the control circuit connects to the camcorder's LANC Interface. The joystick control is generally mounted on the side of the housing forward of the right handle. This location provides fingertip control without having to remove your hand from the handle.
Video lights are Not necessary during the daytime under most shooting conditions. They are necessary for night dives and cave diving, etc. Please go to Underwater Shooting Tips page for complete information on lighting and underwater color correction.4. Will the AquaCam EX accept video lights if I choose to use them?
Yes. The outer shell of a standard AquaCam EX Housing (with standard 0.5 inch/12mm thick shell) provides a thick mounting surface that can be drilled/screwed-into. You can mount various light arms that have some type of flanged mounting area/plate that will accept screws, or that can be modified to accept screws. Shallow screw holes must be drilled into the shell wall according to the light arm and desired mounting location on the shell. We recommend machine screws with about a 1/8-inch (3mm) thread-diameter and a thread-length from 1/4-inch (6mm) to 3/8-inch (9mm) maximum. The hole-depth should not exceed 5/16-inch (8mm) - do not fully penetrate the shell wall when drilling!Visit www.divelight.com for a video light system that many of our customers have used and highly recommend. There are also some DIY methods that we can share with you for mounting video lights.
Shoot the World's Seas and RiversHome | About Us | Video Housings | Still Camera Housings | Accessories
FAQs | Camcorder Compatibility | Underwater Shooting Tips | On-River Shooting Tips | Ordering/Contact
Aquatix,
AquaCam, and Aquatix Logos and Slogans are Trademarks of
Aquatix International © 1999