Using the WP-V4 Waterproof Case (VIXIA HF M50 / HF M52 / HF M500, LEGRIA HF M52 / HF M56 / HF M506)

    25-Feb-2014
    8201383100

    Solution

    This case is watertight to a depth of 40 meters(130 ft.), and it was developed for divers who want to shoot movies underwater.

    WP-V4 Waterproof Case Design Specifications
    Battery supportedBP-718 / 727
    Operable buttonsPOWER button, START/STOP button, zoom lever
    (Menu settings can be established using the wireless controller.)

    Underwater mode specifications

    Underwater modeSurface mode
    Minimum object distance
    (AFoperation / Distance from the glass front of the waterproof case WP-V4)


    Wide endMiddle rangeTelephoto end
    UnderwaterApprox. 5 cm (2 in.)Approx. 75 cm (2.5 ft.)Approx. 35 cm (1.1 ft.)
    In the airApprox. 5 cm (2 in.)Approx. 1 m (3.3 ft.)Approx. 40 cm (1.3 ft.)
    Zoom speed Fixed speed setting (same as speed 3,2,1; also operable using remote control)
    variable setting:It becomes the fixed rate of about 3.5 seconds(wide end <-> tele end)
    AF Normal AF
    (Instant AF disabled)
    Face detection OFF ON
    AWB Underwater-only mode
    (Low-temperature side limited, high-temperature side extended)
    Same as AWB in P mode
    AEEquivalent to P mode
    Thermal shutdownShutdown at high temperature warning provided
    Others Auto slow shutter use disabled/AUTO setting for microphone/OFF setting for mic attenuator

    NOTE
    [Underwater]/[Surface]:
    • Use these recording programs when making recordings while the camcorder is in the optional WP-V4 Waterproof Case.
    • When using the [Underwater] recording program, a red frame will appear on the edge of the screen.
    • The [Underwater] recording program is for making recordings underwater*. When using underwater lighting equipment or making recordings while on land, we recommend using the [Surface] recording program
    * Underwater is a unique environment that is ever-changing, depending on factors such as the weather and water conditions. In addition, water absorbs red light, which causes objects to appear bluer and greener.
    • To switch the recording program between [Underwater] and [Surface] while the camcorder is in the waterproof case, turn on the camcorder while moving the zoom lever toward T or W. Keep pushing the zoom lever until the or icon appears on the screen.
    • will appear on the screen when the camcorder’s temperature becomes too high. If this happens, turn off the camcorder, take it out of the waterproof case and keep it in a cool place until the temperature goes down. If the camcorder becomes too hot, it will turn off automatically.
    • When making recordings underwater with the [Underwater] recording program, the image on the LCD screen will appear redder than the actual subject. This will not affect the recording.
    • When a commercially available wide-converter or other accessory is attached to the waterproof case, the camcorder may focus on the accessory. In such case, move the zoom lever toward T to focus on the subject.