Housing Leo II. Component s Description. Housing Front Parts. Rear of Housing. Ports/Flat Ports in optical glass o domed depending on the lenses used

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2 Housing Leo II Component s Description Image showing the connections of remote shutter release & USB, plus battery pack & electronic board. Sledge under the camera shows aligning holes for inserting camera inside housing. Housing Front Parts Ports/Flat Ports in optical glass o domed depending on the lenses used Rear of Housing Locking Latches (3 in all, one above central and two below either side of the housing body) New Easyfinder, a magnifying viewfinder (here left). This optical viewfinder has to replace the original on the camera, it is very small and hence stays inside the LEO II housing. It notably improves the view as it has a factor of 0,7 slightly shrinking hence the image in the optical viewfinder, showing almost the whole focused image. Handles with Flash attachments. Flash cable connection 3 Locking latches Fotocontrol USB Camera on sledge complete of cables & inserted into housing ready for closing and watertight locking with real panel. Double O Ring (one also in rear panel

3 General Description Following on the big success of the Leo I, we have designed and produced a much more evolved housing, under every aspect of the design, functionality & versatility. The underwater housing Leo II is born to be used with all the reflex DSRLs on the market; thanks to the revolutionary electronic FotoControl USB keypad (see image 1) which allows to remotely control all the principal commands of the digital reflex cameras, LEO II is the only universal housing actually in the market. This way eliminates the necessity to manufacture personalized mechanic keypad and control happens simply connecting the USB cable to the camera. This creates the enormous advantage of acquiring a housing extremely versatile and utilising even in case of purchasing, in time, a new camera. The basic standard configuration sees the LEO housing complete of FotoControl USB keypad which allows to manage the following commands: shutter speed +/-, aperture +/-, autofocus, autofocus + Shutter (pushing first autofocus and then autofocus-shutter to recompose the shot the focus remain unchanged allowing this practical operation), ISO +/-, Image 1 Fotocontrol USB Keypad mode, exposure compensation and other personalized functions depending on the camera own with an add-on keypad (optional). Furthermore the standard configuration includes: a flash connection Nikonos 5/6 pin depending on the camera type, the zoom command to adjust the zoom lenses focus (not the lenses gear) and a double cast aluminium handle with preset bayonet for attaching the flash arms (see imagine 2). Advantages: The FotoControl USB keypad has, in brief, the following advantages: 1. With 1 single hole on the housing it is possible to control remotely from the outside of the housing all the commands of the Digital SLRs cameras 2. In the event of purchasing a new camera, the housing is re-usable 3. The problems with mechanic leverage shutters of the traditional housings do not exist as the commands are electronic wet contacts and not mechanic with springs. 4. It is much simpler to use the housing, even wearing gloves Image 3 Image 2 (i.e. to adjust shutter speed and aperture it is sufficient to press a single button + o ). 5. The more demanding people could manage 2 Fotocontrol USB keypads, having therefore the possibility to implement the commands depending on the exigencies of the available functions on the camera owned. 6. Maintenance is limited to the very basic minimum. cameras on the market (Image 3). Thanks to the modification of the internal sledge, to the possibility of quickly changing the front port to allow to insert different types of lenses, to the special tubes, and finally thanks to its maximum safety (double o-ring in every possible water entry), the Leo II is the most versatile and trustworthy housing for SLR

4 Ports/Domes: The LEO II foresees among all the accessories 6 components which allow utilizing the most available lenses on the market. A optical glass flat port, 1 spherical dome (EasydomePX) in polymetacrilic, 1 glass spherical Dome (Easydome CR), 2 extension tubes (Extension 30, Extension 40,) which installed with a Flat or spherical Port allow to utilize different lenses, and an extension tube zoom Extension 40 Zoom to control the zoom of wide angle lenses or the focus on other lenses. Not only Photos: The even more revolutionary news which makes the LEO II a unique and indispensable piece of equipment is that it can hold inside, besides the camera, also a small video camera, it is sufficient to add a kit made up of a 2 keypad with regards to managing its own commands and a 2 sledge dedicated to its lodging. For videoing it is possible to make use of the rear optical viewfinder or equip the housing with an external monitor of 16:9 complete of rapid insertion connector. NB. In case of a future purchase of a new camera body, the change of the software and of the sledge has an indicative cost of only 150/200 depending on the time needed to re adapt the housing to the new camera. Technical Board Body: Housing in Cast Aluminium 8 mm thick Grip handles in cast aluminium for a more firm gripping Double bayonet for attaching the flash on each handle large rear view screen in polycarbonate 6mm thick Three Stainless Steel locking levers Standard Nikonos 5/6pin Flash Sync Cord Connection Zoom lenses adjusting gear Dimensions: Height 177 mm Width 215 mm Width comprising double handles 340 mm Length 120 mm Dome/Port diameter Ø 105mm Commands: Standard electronic FotoControl USB keypad Shutter Speed +/-, Aperture +/-, autofocus, autofocus - Shutter, ISO+/-, Mode, exposure compensation, and other personalized functions depending on owned camera and on added keypad (optional). (the commands previously listed can vary, increase or being programmed according to the model of camera used, we suggest to always verify directly with Easydive which commands are available for camera owned) Weight & Depth: Weight 2,8 Kg. Maximum working depth 100 metres (on request, deep dive test up to 150 metres). Optional 2 Fotocontrol USB keypad or 2 keypad for video camera (Image 2 Bis). Optical glass flat port for the most available lenses. Extension tubes for the use of long macro lenses (extension 30 & 40 extension 40 zoom) Easydome CR: perfectly hemispheric optical glass dome for: Imagine 2 Bis 10.5mm Nikkor 14 & 15mm Sigma, & 18mm Nikkor, 15mm Canon, 8mm Zuiko, Tokina and many others. Easydome PX: perfectly hemispheric dome in polycarbonate per: 10.5mm Nikkor 14 et 15mm Sigma, et 18mm Nikkor, 15mm Canon, 8mm Zuiko, Tokina & many others Cogs for adjusting zoom lenses Flash supports or Carbon lights EASY-CARBON Flash ITTL for Nikon & Canon in aluminium Storing waterproof cases It is also possible to implement some mechanical commands for the use of the Video Functions found on some camera bodies, and eventually for controlling some commands on the rear of the camera Warranty Easydive guarantees all the housings for Life!

5 COMPATIBILITY CANON EOS, NIKON, PENTAX, SONY, FUJI and many others Contact us to verify if your camera is compatible. Use Modality Insert batteries and press the container into his original position securing it over the Velcro straps. Turn on the circuit board through its own switch and ensure that the commands of the keypad work prior to proceed with the other operations. The Leo II has a sledge in which the digital camera has to be firmly fixed to. Open the housing by releasing the locking latches, extract the sledge from the housing and align the hole for connection to the tripod found at the base of the camera with the screw of the sledge. With an adapt screwdriver tighten the screw enough not to permit any movement, avoiding to over tighten it. Excessive tightening could damage either the screw or the sledge (see image 4 e 5) Inserting the camera into the Leo II housing. Imagine 6 To verify that the batteries are fully charged it is sufficient to watch that Imagine 7 green LED of the USB interface flashes quickly (many times per second), this signals that the batteries are fully charged, the absence of this signal means that they are discharged and the functioning is no longer guaranteed. The green LED means active connection, the red LED indicates connection not functioning Imagine 4 (See image here below and above shown by the harrows) Imagine 5 (Aligning sledge and fixing to the camera body) System FCUSB The system FCUSB is made up of an interface USB set inside the housing which is powered by two Ultimate Lithium AA batteries max 3V (not provided). We recommend this batteries as they provide a constant 3V right to the end and therefore always guarantee a perfect use. This interface allows to remotely controlling all the commands of all the Digital SLRs through the external keypad. In order to insert the batteries extract the battery container from the housing pulling out in order to separate it from the Velcro straps (see image 6 & 7):

6 Imagine 8 Assembly Procedure Verify from the Camera Menu that the USB output is set to PTP (where necessary, in some cameras this is not necessary) Insert the mini USB connector of the interface to the camera (see image below) N.B. To take photos verify that inside the viewfinder of the camera you can see the word PC. When you have taken a photo, the image remains constantly on the display until any button on the keypad is pressed. At this point the camera will reconnect to the board and inside the display appears again the word PC. At this point it is possible to take another photo or change settings Disable the Auto-Sleep from the menu of the camera before closing and sealing the housing verify the cleanliness of the O-Rings. Insert the remote shutter control to the camera (see image 9), (where provided, in some cameras this is not necessary) Switch on the circuit board of the interface through its switch Switch the camera on Verify after a few seconds that the LED of the interface flashes Verify the functioning of the keypad: the green LED flashing indicates correct functioning, the red LED indicates command transmission Insert Hotshoe cable for the flash command in the camera s Hotshoe Image 9 Position the camera inside of the housing verifying that it is sitting in its correct position Insert all the cabling inside the housing, verifying that do not obstruct the perfect sealing of the two O-Ring or that are going to be caught between the rear part of the housing and the closing panel, avoiding the perfect closure and watertight of the housing (see image 9) Close the housing placing first the lower part of the closing panel and verifying that the locking latches and the securing catches are aligned. At this point push the closing panel and lock securely with the locking latches ensuring the housing is completely sealed and that the camera has been inserted into the housing correctly. As far as the remote command instructions are concerned please consult the relevant instructions set in the Camera Mode in Manual Mode

7 Camera Mode Manual Mode Push Button 1: shutter + AF Push button 2: autofocus Push button 3: aperture - Push button 4: aperture + Push button 5: speed - Push button 6: speed + Push button 3 + Push button 5 simultaneously: ISO Setting Push button 4 + Push button 6 simultaneously: reset board (or mode change) Camera Mode Speed Priority Push button 1: shutter + AF Push button 2: autofocus Push button 3: exposure compensation - Push button 4: exposure compensation + Push button 5: speed - Push button 6: speed + Push button 3 + Push button 5: simultaneously: ISO setting Push button 4 + Push button 6: simultaneously: Reset board (or mode change) Camera Mode Aperture Priority Push button 1: shutter + AF Push button 2: autofocus Push button 3: aperture - Push button 4: aperture + Push button 5: exposure compensation - Push button 6: exposure compensation + Push button 3 + Push button 5 simultaneously: ISO setting Push button 4 + Push button 6 simultaneously: Reset board (or mode change) (the commands listed above can vary, increase or being programmed according to the model of camera used, we suggest to verify always directly with Easydive which are the commands available for the camera owned) Optional for Camera Housing Easyflash, flash Supports EASY-CARBON, Viewfinder, second USB Photo Control keypad, Support pilot light, Easydome, Flat Port, Extension 30, Extension 40, extension 40 zoom, Gear Zoom. Warning 1. Do not leave the housing sealed for long periods of time 2. Check that the glass of the housing is clean before starting to film/photograph 3. Position the camera/video camera following the procedures stated and always ensuring it is correctly seated before starting to film/photograph 4. Always ensure the seals are in excellent conditions 5. To avoid condensation close the housing in a dehumidified ambient or use bags of silica gel 6. Avoid a prolonged exposure of the housing to the sun light before the dive or cover the housing with a damp cloth. Ordinary Maintenance 1. Wash the housing in fresh water after every dive 2. Check periodically that the seals and their seats are in good condition 3. Any cleaning of the lenses must be done carefully and without the use of abrasive pastes 4. Make a complete maintenance of the O-Ring at least once a year sending the housing to Easydive (posting fee) 5. After each use be careful not to bend the wires excessively during the storing not to compromise the correct functioning 6. For individual accessories read the specific use and maintenance instructions Warranty Conditions The Warranty EAYDIVE recognised only to the first owner covers this product for one year from the purchasing date and comprises the substitution under warranty of the parts resulting faulty from manufacturing or assembly. At the conditions that: The product is correctly used and has been serviced in accordance to the tips and suggestions contained in the present USER & MAINTENANCE MANUAL. All non-routine maintenance are exclusively performed by Easydive.

8 LIFE WARRANTY ONLY WITH EASYDIVE To benefit from the Life Warranty offered by EASYDIVE to its clients on all the underwater housings it is necessary to follow an annual maintenance at Easydive Head Quarters and have completed and stamped the attached service form within the year of the last stamped service date. To perform the maintenance send the housing to Easydive including the present USER & WARRANTY MANUAL. ZOOM LENSES SUGGESTIONS FOR A CORRECT ASSEMBLY: In order to use the macro and wide angle lenses, it is necessary to have the correct dedicated ports (for this reason we suggest always to verify directly with Easydive which are the correct ports and extensions to be used on owned lenses). Warranty does not cover damages due to: Warranty is void if: Accidents (i.e. knocks, falls, damages to cables, etc.) or natural (i.e. fires, disasters etc.) Prolonged exposure to high temperatures or sunlight The equipment is used in an improper or incorrect manner, or anyway in a manner which does not conform to what stated in the present User & Maintenance Manual. The owner has personally carried out modifications or repairs, or if these operations have been carried out by non authorized personnel using non original parts. Lenses Correctly Position the cog gear with Velcro on the lens, extract the push button of the zoom gear positioned on the housing (with the port removed the zoom push button can be pulled out of a few mm to facilitate the inserting of the zoom lenses) and insert the camera. Are excluded from the warranty the component parts that are not directly manufactured by EASYDIVE, like light bulbs, batteries, chargers, beams, etc. EASYDIVE declines every responsibility related to accidental damages to the user caused by improper use of the equipment. Warranty does not imply in anyway cover for damages direct or indirect of any nature to people or property resulting from periods of non use or non using the product. WARRANTY CERTIFICATE Zoom gear knob & Zoom gear Verify that the cog gear with Velcro coincides with the zoom gear of the housing, if not, extract the camera, reposition the gear and repeat the assembly operation. Once the correct positioning has been found, push the push button of the zoom gear forward and move the lens to verify that the zooming works correctly. At this point it is possible to assemble the dedicated ports. Congratulations!!! You have chosen a first class product. In order to obtain always the maximum safety and reliability EASYDIVE subjects his products to rigorous quality controls using sophisticated means and the experience gained over the years. Thanks to these prerogatives Easydive is able to guarantee the absence of defects in the manufacturing of these products and certify the absolute quality.

9 N.B. for some zoom lenses it is possible that the housing gear knob could not coincide, in this case it is Zoom button and zoom gear necessary to insert the extension zoom 40 and depending on the type of lens wide angle or macro add the Easydome or flat port. Warranty & Services Manufacturer: EASYDIVE di Fabio Benvenuti Via dell Industria 13 Int Montaletto di Cervia (RA) Model: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Service/Repair Date: Owner Details: Name: Surname: Address: Cog with Velcro Easydive Stamp: Repair details: Subsequent service/repairs: Date & details: Easydive Stamp Date & details: Easydive Stamp