IKELITE DS161 SUBSTROBE
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing an Ikelite Substrobe. Ikelite brings over 50 years of underwater
photographic and lighting experience to the strobe market. Ikelite Substrobes are
designed and built in the USA by Ikelite to suit both the professional and the amateur
photographer.
The purpose of a strobe is to illuminate the subject and assist the camera in taking vivid
pictures. The Ikelite DS161 Substrobe is equally suited for general and wide-angle
photography, covering up to a full 100° angle with a diffuser.
The contents of this instruction manual are subject to change at any time without prior
notice.
STARTING OUT
Before using the Ikelite DS161 Substrobe, please read this owner’s manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference. Ikelite recommends becoming familiar with the
features and functions of the Ikelite DS161 Substrobe 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’s owner’s manual as well.
STROBE COMPATIBILITY
The DS161 Substrobe is compatible with all Ikelite TTL systems and current digital
cameras, as well as all older TTL film cameras including the Nikonos system. A variety of
sync cords, sensors, and TTL adapters are available to connect to almost any camera
system currently on the market.
STROBE POWER
The DS161 recycles in a quick 1.4 sec from full discharge. When fired at a fractional
power — whether in TTL or manual mode — the strobe recycles virtually instantaneously.
Number of flashes per full charge will increase dramatically in most cases when using in
TTL mode with a compatible camera system. The powerful DS161 is adjustable in 10
half-stop increments for precise control over your exposure when used in manual mode.
MOVIE LIGHT COVERAGE
Three super-bright LEDs are arranged behind a special optical element to provide 45
degrees angle of coverage free of hotspots. The daylight balanced color temperature
brings out true, natural colors with or without the use of a color correcting filter.
MOVIE LIGHT MODES
With the strobe set to the "Batt w/Lite" position, the movie light is adjustable between
100% and 50% power in 10 fractional power settings. The "SOS" mode emits the
universal signal for help in an emergency situation.
With the strobe set to the "On w/Lite" position, the movie light doubles as an aiming light
for focusing or night diving. The light automatically turns off and back on when the strobe
fires so there is no effect on photos.
