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DS230 Strobe with Modeling Light

Product Numbers 40230US • 40230EU • 40230AU • 40230UK • 40230X

Summary of Contents for 40230AU

Page 1: ...DS230 Strobe with Modeling Light Product Numbers 40230US 40230EU 40230AU 40230UK 40230X...

Page 2: ...ister your product to receive information on any updates notices or recalls pertaining to your equipment Included in the Box DS230 Strobe Front 40230X Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack 40066BK installed...

Page 3: ...vel with a water damaged battery pack Use of a water damaged battery pack is a safety risk and can cause damage to the strobe electronics Store strobe front and battery pack in a cool dry location whe...

Page 4: ...ery Pack 10 Using a Diffuser 11 Choosing an Arm System 11 Attaching a Sync Connector 11 Using Your Strobe 12 Checking Battery Level 12 Turning the Strobe On 13 Using the Exposure Switch 14 Positioning...

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Page 6: ...Getting to Know Your Strobe Batt w Lite Off On On w Lite TTL Full Fuel Guage ReadyLight 3 2 1 2 3 4 1 SOS Battery Pack Shroud Flashtube Reflector Modeling Light Bulkhead Mount...

Page 7: ...Toggle Lock BACK Mount TTL Full 2 1 3 4 Ready Light Fuel Gauge 3 2 1 SOS Batt w Lite Off On On w Lite SIDE Exposure Switch Fuel Gauge Ready Light Power Switch Switch Lock...

Page 8: ...flip up 3 Rotate the toggle lock counter clockwise 90 degrees 4 Remove the Battery Pack from the strobe front OPEN UNLOCK Charging the Battery Pack Use only a compatible Smart Charger for NiMH Batter...

Page 9: ...not be recoverable if the battery pack is stored for over 6 months without cycling Do not recharge a fully charged battery pack Disconnect the charger from the battery pack and outlet when not in use...

Page 10: ...attery pack Attaching the Battery Pack Never attach a water damaged battery pack to a strobe Use of a water damaged battery pack is a safety risk and can cause damage to the strobe electronics Do not...

Page 11: ...lexible positioning options Most arm systems are designed for underwater use and may not fully support the strobe above water Be careful when transporting the system above water The mounting point is...

Page 12: ...If you feel resistence do not force it Remove the plug and check alignment Waterproof bulkhead cap Bulkhead 4 Rotate the knurled retaining ring until snug on the housing bulkhead Do not use pliers or...

Page 13: ...uge 3 2 1 SOS Batt w Lite Off On On w Lite BATT W LITE Counter clockwise one stop from OFF Use this position to 1 check the approximate battery level remaining or 2 to use the modeling light as a cons...

Page 14: ...image Using the Exposure Switch The strobe has 11 exposure switch positions which affect either the output of the flash or video light depending on which ON position the strobe power switch is in TTL...

Page 15: ...is positioned in the correct location in relation to your camera frame Adjust the angle of the strobe as the distance between you and your subject changes Firing the Strobe Test fire your system on t...

Page 16: ...s Recharge as necessary 5 Always re check o ring seal after removing the battery pack from the strobe Most importantly make sure the o ring is in place prior to re attaching the battery pack Travel an...

Page 17: ...new battery pack Never re use a battery pack that has been exposed to water Photos are over exposed too light Adjust strobe exposure setting Adjust aperture smaller shutter speed faster or ISO higher...

Page 18: ...ugh the bulkhead If it does not fire through the bulkhead then the strobe must be returned for repair Make sure the signal flash is firing Make sure the strobe sensor is pointed directly towards the s...

Page 19: ...lied applies to this Ikelite product Service and Repairs We are most interested in performing any service to ensure that all products perform as intended No prior authorization is required You may ret...

Page 20: ...duct or need advice on getting the images you want please get in touch with us and we ll do everything we can to help you capture your unique perspective Ikelite Underwater Systems 50 W 33rd St Indian...

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