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VISUAL INSPECTIONS
Visual inspections are important. Take the time to examine the entire assembled setup
(strobe, camera housing, arms, etc.) above water. An improper seal or loose
connection can cause a lot of damage. Always check for leaks once you place the
equipment in the water.
INSURANCE
It is recommended that you add an
all-risk floater
to your homeowner’s and/or renter’s
insurance policy to cover your equipment against loss or damage. While the Ikelite
DS160 Strobe has a limited warranty against manufacturing defects, it does
not cover customer neglect.
TIPS
• Photograph through as little water as possible; move in close. Maximum
recommended shooting distance underwater is 1.8m (6’).
• Use the diffuser for softer lighting or a coverage angle of approximately 100°.
• If possible, measure the light with a meter and set the camera aperture
accordingly. A narrower aperture darkens the background; 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 problems.
•
Do not
fire the strobe more than 15 times above water in rapid succession. If this
does happen, allow the DS160 to cool off for at least 10 minutes before resuming
photography.
LUBRICANT
• Use
only
Ikelite brand silicone lubricant with Ikelite brand
o-rings; other brand lubricants can cause the Ikelite o-rings to swell in size.
•
Do not
use spray lubricant; it can crack the plastic parts of the strobe.
• Ikelite brand silicone lubricant is provided for the sync cord stem o-ring and the
bulkhead connector threads. Use only enough lubricant to lightly cover the area
being applied; wipe off any excess with a clean cloth.
• Lubricant only reduces friction; it is not a sealant.
RECOMMENDATIONS
