The Gates FX7/V1U Underwater Housing: Pro HD Imaging for the Global Traveler

The Gates FX7/V1U housing is packed with pro features like iris, focus, ND filter and white balance controls, adjustable handle grips, optional EM43 high resolution color monitor and Gates premium ports for the sharpest, clearest HD images.  The Gates FX7/V1U system with SP44 port and Pelican 1620 rolling case weighs in under the 50lb/23kg airline baggage limit.

Of course, the FX7/V1U is classically Gates:  tought, “bulletproof” construction, reliable mechanical controls and a two year renewable warranty. 

RELIABILITY, DURABILITY, DEPENDABILITY-THE GATES HALLMARK FOR OVER 40 YEARS.  DON’T TAKE A CHANCE, TAKE A GATES!

Here are two sample videos shot by our customer Ron Chau. Check out more of Ron’s videos here on his Vimeo Channel.

Indonesia Part 4 from RonScuba on Vimeo.

Another of Ron’s videos:

Galapagos Part 4 Rough Draft from RonScuba on Vimeo.

Features:
	Durable, “Bulletproof” machined aluminum, black type III ‘hard’ anodize finish, and sealed with a nickel-acetate process.		Reliable Fingertip Controls are 100% Mechanical — no sticky buttons, faulty electronics or dead batteries!
	External Color Monitor With the EM43 hi-res monitor, HD framing and focus are easy. (Optional)		Adjustable Handle Grips let you find the perfect position for comfort and control.
	Pro Controls such as manual focus, iris and white balance are standard.		2-Year Warranty. Only Gates offers a 2-year renewable warranty on all housings.
	Internal Flip Filter provides quick, effortless use of the color correction filter. Blue or Green water versions available		Accommodates all Camcorder Battery Sizes up to NPF-970 for maximum shooting between re-charges.
	Interchangeable Ports for easy switch amongst Flat, Wide, and Super Wide Angle		Quality Optics means clarity, sharpness and no vignetting (cutoff dark corners) to spoil your images.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Controls (All Mechanical)
* Power * Record/Standby
* Zoom * Manual Focus
* Internal ‘Flip’ Color Filter * Exposure / Iris Dial
* Exposure / Iris on/off * Push Auto Focus
* Pict Profile / Status Check * Shutter / Gain
* Neutral Density Filter * Assign (#2 & 3)
* Sel / Push Execute Roller * Menu / WB
* Expanded Focus / A/M Focus
* Internal ‘Flip’ Macro (optional)

Dimensions
* 14.5″ L x 9.1″ H x 6.8″ W ” (12” w/handles)
* 37 cm L x 23 cm H x 18 cm W (31 cm w/handles)

Warranty
* 2 Years Renewable

Construction
* Machined Aluminum, Type III ‘Hard’ Anodize
finish. Stainless steel hardware.

Weight
* 21 lbs / 9.5 kg

Weight in Water
* Slightly negative

Depth Rating
* 450 feet / 137 meters

Batteries
* Accepts all Sony batteries up t