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Page 1: ...Please read all instructions before using this product I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l DS160 Strobe ...

Page 2: ...user 11 Diffuser Installation and Removal 11 ARM SYSTEMS STROBE MOUNTS 12 Ikelite Arm Systems 12 Ikelite Mounts 12 STROBE CONNECTION 13 Strobe Connection Illustration 14 USING AS HARD WIRED STROBE 15 USING AS HARD WIRED STROBE WITHOUT TTL 15 AIMING THE STROBE 16 SWITCHES FUEL GAUGE 17 On Off Switch 17 Fuel Gauge 18 Confidence Signal 18 Firing Mode Switch 18 STROBE READY LIGHT 19 Strobe Ready Light...

Page 3: ...ergy Rating 160 watt sec Recycle Time 1 4 sec Angle of Coverage 90 degrees 100 degrees with diffuser Guide ISO 100 feet 76 surface 38 underwater Guide meters 24 surface 12 underwater Color Temperature 4800 degrees Kelvin Full Power Flashes 450 flashes per full charge Firing Modes TTL Full 9 fractional powers M o d e l i n g L i g h t Modeling Light 5 watt LED TTL Ful l 2 1 3 4 ReadyLi ght Fuel Gau...

Page 4: ...mends becoming familiar with the features and functions of the Ikelite DS160 Strobe above water before trying the camera and strobe in the water And if you have not yet done so it is suggested that you read your camera owner s manual as well STROBE COMPATIBILITY The DS160 Strobe is compatible with all Ikelite TTL systems and current digital cameras as well as all older TTL film cameras including t...

Page 5: ...batteries recycle in an incredible 1 4 seconds and the Li ion battery pack is easily interchangeable with a spare unit When in the Batt w Lite position the fuel gauge references the remaining battery capacity Aim the DS160 and illuminate your subject s colors with the built in modeling light night diving light OVERVIEW OF DS160 FEATURES Separate power and firing mode switches Interchangeable batte...

Page 6: ...ter contact with the battery pins Damage corrosion can cause a short circuit O RING The o ring is located on the inside rim of the battery pack Keep the o ring and the sealing surfaces clean DO NOT stretch the o ring when cleaning It is not necessary to lubricate the o ring Never use spray lubricant because it may crack the plastic CLOSING THE STROBE Make sure the power switch has been rotated to ...

Page 7: ...7 OPEN R C D INDPLS IN U S A UNLOCK INDPLS IN U S A UNLOCK Pull Out Flip Up Rotate OPENING AND CLOSING illustration ...

Page 8: ...ter Additional battery packs are available through an Ikelite dealer The battery pack does NOT remain waterproof when removed from the strobe Therefore we suggest keeping the open portion of the battery pack pointed down while removing to eliminate the possibility of water droplets falling inside The battery pack is factory sealed and contains no user serviceable parts other than the O ring Do not...

Page 9: ... cool dry place when not in use The battery pack is not waterproof when removed from the strobe Do not disassemble the battery pack Do not expose the pack to heat Do not use lubricant cleaners or any chemical on the o ring or battery pack NEVER use or charge a water damaged battery pack Flooding may cause a short circuit and lead to overheating Do not discard crush or incinerate Check local rules ...

Page 10: ...thium Ion Battery Pack Input 100 240 Volts AC 50 60 Hertz 0 6 Amps Output 8 4 Volts Operating Temperature 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C Storage Temperature 4 F 185 F 20 C 85 C Smart Charger Li ion with US plug flip out blades European plug adapter Australian plug adapter United Kingdom plug adapter CAUTION CAUTION Adapter Prongs Closed Attached Charging indicator LED OFF Disconnected from pack FLASHING Char...

Page 11: ...ull f stop DIFFUSER INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL 1 Position the Diffuser Cut outs over the DS160 s Diffuser Retention Tabs 2 Press down lightly until the diffuser is flush against the strobe face 3 Rotate the Diffuser Installation Posts either direction until the Posts stop against the strobe s Diffuser Retention Tabs 4 Reverse process to remove the Diffuser A lanyard or string can be attached to the ...

Page 12: ...optional paddle type or ball type mount can be mounted to the underneath side of the strobe The mount slides into the strobe base and is secured with a screw supplied with optional mount Make sure to slide the mount into the strobe base until it stops Be careful to not cross thread the screw when tightening the mount The DS160 Black Shroud can be rotated slightly to gain better access to the strob...

Page 13: ...ECTION TO STROBE To connect either a sync cord or sensor to the DS160 Strobe follow these instructions 1 Turn the strobe to OFF and make sure all components are dry Clean and lightly lubricate the stem o ring and the bulkhead connector threads Check the o ring for nicks or cuts 2 Note the positioning of the receptacles and pins on the end of the cord Properly align the end of the cord and insert i...

Page 14: ...14 Bulkhead Connection Retaining Ring Stem O ring Blue Band 4103 51 Ikelite Sync Cord STROBE CONNECTION illustration DS160 Strobe Bulkhead Cap ...

Page 15: ...or manual exposure modes TTL thru the lens exposure automatically compensates for aperture distance and filters Because there s such a wide range of apertures and subject distances photographers wanting to easily balance lighting and control close up photographer should select the TTL Auto exposure mode When the strobe fires the camera reads the light and signals the strobe to turn off when the ex...

Page 16: ...If your subject distance greatly changes you should recheck the positioning of the strobe When using auto focus cameras the modeling light may be required in low light levels to illuminate your subject to allow the camera to auto focus Always hold onto the center of the strobe when repositioning Do not reposition the strobe by holding the back of the battery pack Modeling Light DS160 Strobe Flash ...

Page 17: ...away from the switch Always turn the Strobe OFF before opening the strobe ON There are two ON positions Rotating the switch clockwise to the first ON position turns on the power to the Strobe Further rotation of the switch clockwise to the second ON position turns on both the power to the Strobe and the modeling light TEST Occasionally check the battery capacity by rotating the switch counter cloc...

Page 18: ... 2 2 1 2 3 3 1 2 4 4 1 2 TTL Auto Thru The Lens Auto Exposure The camera automatically signals the strobe to turn off when the exposure is correct The camera must feature compatible TTL Auto exposure to utilize this mode on the DS160 when connected directly to the camera See Using as a Hard Wired TTL Strobe section The TTL Auto firing mode MUST be selected when connecting the optional EV Controlle...

Page 19: ... and ready to fire If the strobe ready light does not glow red the batteries may be expended Your camera s ready light lightning bolt in the camera viewfinder may blink while the DS160 is recycling and then glow solid when the DS160 is fully charged Nikon DSLRs and older Canon DSLR models such as the 20D and Rebel XT will always display a solid glow lightning bolt regardless of the strobe cycle DS...

Page 20: ...round a wider aperture lightens it Add a second DS160 Strobe for more natural looking photos and wider angle of coverage when shooting both still and video images Add a second DS Strobe using either the EV Manual Controller 4100 6 or an appropriate dual sync cord Purchasing a spare Li ion Battery Pack 4067 is recommended if you dive often Weak batteries are the cause of many strobe and camera prob...

Page 21: ...retch the o ring when cleaning It is not necessary to lubricate the o ring Never use spray lubricant because it may crack the plastic 5 Keep the strobe bulkhead connector threads clean and lightly lubricated Also keep the sync cord o ring and threads clean and lightly lubricated 6 Recharge the battery pack after each use DO NOT fully discharge the battery pack because you will shorten the battery ...

Page 22: ...ay damage the DS160 s electronics The specific receptacles to connect with the paper clip vary based on the type of cord you own Please refer to the diagram of two types of flash cord contacts Ikelite TTL Cord Point the raised half circle at the end of the cord encompassing the receptacles towards you per the above diagram Place one end of the paper clip on the center receptacle and one end on the...

Page 23: ...hase The DS160 Li ion Battery Pack is warranted against any manufacturing defects for a period of one 1 year from the original date of purchase All other claims of any nature are not covered Except as mentioned above no other warranty expressed or implied applies to this Ikelite product To obtain warranty service contact your Authorized Ikelite Dealer or Ikelite Customer Service The Li ion Battery...

Page 24: ...e visit www ikelite com to register your Ikelite Digital Strobe within 15 days of purchase Ikelite Underwater Systems 50 West 33rd Street Indianapolis IN 46208 USA www ikelite com PRODUCT REGISTRATION 2013 Ikelite Underwater Systems 24 ...

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