Ikelite 6871.05 Instruction Manual

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Strobe Mount

Rubber Handle

Quick-Release Strobe Mount

Gear Sleeve Drive Gear

Zoom Control

Lid Snap

Mode Dial

Lens Release

Main Dial

Meter/Flash

Drive Mode

AF/WB Mode

lluminator

Lid Snap

Shutter Release

AE/FL L

ock

Port Lock

luminum Tray

Port

Opening

IKELITE

Quick Release Button

External Strobe Connector and Waterproof Cap

Viewfinder Port

Shutter Release

[D] Playback [E] Erase [F] ON/Off

[G] Set [H] Quick Control [I] AF Point

Lens Release

Zoom

AE/FE Lock

[A] Menu [B] Info [C] Jump

[J] eTTL Mode/Compensation

Gear Sleeve

Port O'ring

Optional Port

Lid Snap

Shutter Release

AE/AF Lock

Back O’ring

Main Dial

Camera Tray

Camera Mounting Bolt

Lift

Push Forward

Lid Snap Lock

Ikelite SLR-DC Housing

i n s t r u c t i o n m a n u a l

#6871.05 for Canon EOS 5D

Congratulations on your purchase of an Ikelite Digital Camera Housing. Ikelite has over 45 years of experience in the underwater photographic and lighting market. Our products are designed and built in the USA by Ikelite for both the professional and amateur photographer. The clear housing permits instant visual inspection of the camera and all sealing surfaces as well as complete monitoring of controls and camera LCD screens. Ikelite Digital Housings are slightly negative in salt water for stability. This housing has been water pressure tested at the factory. Housing is pressure tested and warranted to 200’ (60m).

FRONT VIEW

BACK VIEW

SIDE VIEW

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- Insert a fully charged battery.

- Insert memory card (1GB or greater capacity recommended).

- Set the mode dial to “M” manual.

- Set shutter speed to 1/60th second or 1/125th second for fast moving subjects.

- Set aperture to F8 for general photography or F22 for macro photography (close-ups).

- Set Quality to highest jpeg setting “L” or RAW.

- Set ISO to 100 and Meter to “center-weighted”.

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Lid Snaps have a lift as shown. Keep pressure on the Lid Snap so it does not fly open quickly.

Some lid snaps have a lot of spring tension once they go over center, so have a firm grip on the lid snap. Lid Snaps may be opened one at a time.

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. To open, push Lid Snap Lock forward and

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External Strobe Connector Waterproof Cap

'ring

ousing Back

Camera

ot Shoe

onnector

Figure A-Type 1 Lens

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125 1

Set

S Substrobes

to TTL Mode

50/51

‘ring

Mounting Bolt

amera Tray

ANON

EOS

Remove the back from the housing. The mounting tray for the camera is secured to the housing back. Position the camera and

ens on the tray, and

l then secure it with the mounting bolt which threads into the

amera’s tripod socket.

Use a flathead

screwdriver (recommended) or coin to tighten the mounting bolt so the camera bottom is flush against the tray.

NNOOTTEE::

Conversion Circuitry Strobe ID Switch is located on bottom

of camera tray.

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On the bottom of the camera tray is a switch for setting the DS Substrobe ID. Set the switch to the Model of DS Substrobe being used.

• When using dual strobes of different models such as a DS51 and a DS160, set the ID switch to DS51 or the smaller strobe.

FFllaasshh CCoonnnneeccttiioonn ffoorr EExxtteerrnnaall SSttrroobbeess

When using an external strobe, connect the housing hotshoe connector. Slide the connector into the hotshoe mount on the camera from the back of the camera as shown. Slide the connector forward until it stops. This can be done before or after the camera is secured with the mounting bolt.

CCaauuttiioonn:

IInnssttaalllliinngg CCaammeerraa iinn HHoouussiinng

Do not remove the External Strobe Connector’s waterproof cap unless an external sync cord is going to be plugged in. Do not remove waterproof cap or sync cord underwater.

Before installing the camera, pull out on the controls in the front section of the housing. This will allow the camera to slide in more easily. Once the camera is installed and the lid snaps have been closed, return the controls to their operating position.

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housing back

1. Place housing face down in your lap.

2. Check to see that there is an o’ring on the housing back that is clean and in its proper location.

3. Guide the back onto the housing. The o’ring should touch the housing all the way around. There should be an even gap all the way around between the housing and the

housing

housing back.

4. Lift the lid snaps so they are extended and place the lid snap into the corresponding hook on the

housing back

housing back.

5. To close the housing, push down on the lid snaps until they snap into place . Lid snaps on opposite sides of the housing should be closed

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at the same time. Be sure they are down far enough to engage the lid-snap lock.

Check the gap between the housing back and the housing, it

- Once the housing is closed, check the o’ring seal.

should be even all the way around.

Look through the clear plastic back at the o’ring. You should see a

darkened area where the o’ring is compressed against the housing back. If you do not see an even black compression seal

even gap all 4 sides

housing

all the way around the back, open the lid snaps, reseat the housing back, and then close the lid snaps. Visually check the seal again.

o’ring

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Determine the type of lens being used on the camera.

Type 1 Lenses have a lens opening that is NOT larger in diameter than the

((FFiigg.. 11))

zoom ring.

Type 2 Lenses have a lens

Type 1 lens Type 2 lens

(Figure 1) (Figure 2)

opening that IS larger in diameter than the zoom ring.

lens

opening

zoom

ring

bayonet

mount

ZZoooomm CCllaammppss && GGeeaarr SSlleeeevveess IInncclluuddeedd wwiitthh HHoouussiinngg

There are 2 different Zoom Clamps and Gear Sleeves provided with the housing. Start with the suggested Zoom Clamp and Gear Sleeve depending on the Type of lens being used.

((FFiigg.. AA oorr BB))

See

Normally used with

Type 1 lens (Fig.1)

#9059.8 small diameter clamp:

For use with #0073 sleeve

wide

grooved

extension

small diameter zoom clamp

tabs

thick ribs

#0073 sleeve: Use with

#9059.8

Figure A

Normally used with

Type 2 lens (Fig.2)

#5509.28 Package

#9059.9 large diameter clamp:

For use with #0073.1 sleeve

narrow

grooved

extension

tabs

#0073.1 sleeve: Use with

large diameter zoom clamp

#9059.9

Figure B

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thin r ibs

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ype 1 Installation: Figure A

Type 1 Installation: Figure B

Type 2 Installation: Figure 1

TOP OF HOUSING

IKELITE

The Zoom Clamp has springs so it can be expanded to fit over the Zoom Ring of the lens as shown in

nstall the Zoom Clamp with the extension tabs toward the rear

element of the lens. After installing the Zoom Clamp and Gear Sleeve

((FFiigg.. DD && EE))

, install the Lens Port and rotate the Zoom

Ring on the lens. If the Zoom Ring and Gear Sleeve do not mesh

roperly, install the rubber strips (supplied) to the inside

p diameter of the Zoom Clamp as shown

Two thicknesses of rubber strips are provided. Start by installing

the thinnest rubber strips. If the Zoom Clamp still is not tight

nough and meshes improperly with the Gear Sleeve, use the

e thicker rubber strips. Reinstall the Zoom Clamp, Sleeve. Mesh Gear Sleeve teeth with Black Housing Drive Gear

1122))

and then install the Lens Port. After installing the port

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, rotate the housing Zoom Control Knob to see that the

Gear Sleeve is properly rotating the lens Zoom ring.

ype 1 lens

ounted

m o camera

((FFiigg.. CC))

((FFiigg.. FF))

((FFiigg.. GG -- PPaaggee

zoom

ring

((ppaaggeess

TTyyppee 11 LLeennsseess ((ccoonntt..))

Figure D

ear Sleeve

ribs

lign with

Zoom Clamp

rooved tabs

apply ubber strips to inside of

clamp

Figure C

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Due to the larger diameter lens opening on Type 2 lenses, the Zoom Clamp and Gear Sleeve need to be installed from the rear (bayonet end) of the lens. Use the housing Lens Release Control and remove the camera lens from the camera body, after the

camera and lens have been installed in the housing. Place the Gear Sleeve in the housing opening as shown. Install the black Zoom Clamp on the Lens Zoom Ring and lower

the lens into the housing opening. Make sure the Zoom Clamp

grooved tabs align with the Gear Sleeve ribs. If necessary,

install rubber strips to expand the Zoom Clamp so it meshes

properly with the Gear Sleeve. Bayonet lens into camera body

and align Gear Sleeve teeth with Black Housing Gear Teeth.

Lens Zoom Ring

Type 2 lens

Lens Manual

Focus Ring

Figure E

Figure F

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Before installing the lens port and checking operation, make sure the teeth on the Gear Sleeve mesh with the teeth on the housing Drive Gear

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, it will lock the Gear Sleeve in place. After installing the port,

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When the port is installed

((ppaaggeess 1133 &&

rotate the housing Zoom Control Knob to see that the Gear Sleeve is properly rotating the Lens Zoom ring.

MMaannuuaall FFooccuussiinngg NNoottee::

Ikelite DSLR housings are designed for auto-focus DSLR cameras and lenses. Manual focusing is not recommended. If you desire to manually focus a lens, the zoom clamp must be moved onto the lens Manual Focus Ring and you must use the housing zoom control knob to manually focus. This will result in loss of zoom capability.

Figure G

Zoom Clamp

Gear Sleeve

Align

Zoom Clamp

grooved

tabs with

Gear Sleeve

ribs

Mesh

Gear Sleeve

teeth with

Black Housing

Drive Gear

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There are four port locks on

the front of the housing

((SSeeee FFiigg.. GG -- ppaaggee 1122))

ort lock has a Release

Button. Lift the release

button and slide each Port

Lock away from the port

. Each

ocked Position

ift Release

utton to

nlock

opening. In the unlocked

position, the Release Button

will remain in the up

position as shown.

o prepare the port for installation, remove the port o’ring and

ull Back to

isengage

ort

lightly lubricate it. The port seal is a side-to-side seal and

requires the o’ring to be lightly lubricated for easy installation.

Put a small amount of lubricant on your fingers and pull the

’ring through your fingers to lightly lubricate it. Do not stretch

the o’ring. Check that the lip of the port where the o’ring fits

and the sealing surface on the housing are clean. Place the port,

with o’ring, into the housing port opening. Press down on the

port firmly and evenly until you feel the port slide into place.

Continue to push down on the port and push each port lock

forward until the lock fully engages. It may help to slightly

rotate the port as you push in on the port lock. Visually inspect

the port lock and confirm that the Port Lock Release Button is

seated flush against the Port Lock Body. Do not rely on an

audible "click" to indicate that the lock is engaged.

Check around the perimeter of the port seal to see that the

o’ring is properly sealed and not extruded

((SSeeee FFiigg 22 -- ppaaggee 1144))..

Port Lock Release Button

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TToo RReemmoovvee PPoorrtt

To remove the port, lift up on each Release Button and slide the port lock away from the port.

PPoorrtt SSeeaall IInnssiiddee VViieeww

If the port is installed before the camera is inserted into the housing, look from the inside of the housing at the port seal. Check to see that the o’ring is properly seated as shown in figure 1 and not extruded as shown in figure 2.

CCaauuttiioonn:

After installing the port, turn the Zoom Control knob on the housing. If the Zoom Control is difficult to turn, the gear sleeve may be warped. If necessary, reduce or omit any rubber installed on the Zoom Clamp

((SSeeee FFiigg..FF -- ppgg..1100))

warped, use of the #5509.28 package may be required.

(See page 8)

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

If the Zoom Clamp is still

NNOOTTEE:: ((lleennss ppoorrttss))

A lens port must be secured to the housing before entering the

water. Ikelite DSLR housings DO NOT come with a lens port. You must select the correct port for each lens you will be using underwater. For complete lens/port information and compatibility with your Ikelite system, go to

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HHoouussiinngg CCoonnvveerrssiioonn CCiirrccuuiittrryy

This housing has Conversion Circuitry built into the camera tray ((PPaaggee 55)) Circuitry provides real Canon eTTL flash exposure with over and under-exposure compensation of two f-stops in half-stop increments.

The Conversion Circuitry also offers 8 manual power settings in 1/2 stop increments.

The Conversion Circuitry is powered by the Ikelite DS Substrobe when connected to the housing with the #4103.51 single or #4103.52 dual sync cord.

See Circuitry.

. When used with Ikelite DS Substrobes, the Conversion

ppaaggee 1199

for DS Substrobe compatibility with the Conversion

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((SSeett DDSS SSuubbssttrroobbee ttoo TTTTLL mmooddee))

•• MMooddee aanndd CCoommppeennssaattiioonn BBuuttttoonnss The Conversion Circuitry default is set to TTL. To switch between TTL and Manual Modes, depress both Mode Buttons at the same time and keep them depressed until you see the desired Yellow LED Mode illuminate.

•• TTTTLL MMooddee

(indicated when the yellow LED directly below TTL is illuminated). TTL Mode is the default setting. When the DS Substrobe is powered ON, the yellow TTL LED will illuminate. None of the Red LEDs will illuminate. This indicates that no (+) plus or (-) minus compensation is selected. Depress the Mode buttons to select +/- compensation. Note that the TTL +/compensation values are in the yellow bar with the heading TTL.

•• MMaannuuaall MMooddee

(indicated when the yellow LED directly below the M is illuminated). When the Manual Mode is selected, the Red LED directly below the F (full power) will illuminate. Note that the Manual minus (-) compensation values are in the black bar with the heading M.

aallllooww tthhee ssttrroobbee ppoowweerr ttoo bbee vvaarriieedd iinn mmaannuuaall mmooddee ))..

((SSeett DDSS SSuubbssttrroobbee ttoo TTTTLL mmooddee.. TThhiiss wwiillll

UUssiinngg NNoonn--IIkkeelliittee oorr IIkkeelliittee NNoonn--DDSS SSuubbssttrroobbeess ((SSuubbssttrroobbee 5500,, 110000AA,, 220000,, 440000)) wwiitthh tthhiiss HHoouussiinngg..

The Conversion Circuitry is automatically disabled when used with a Non-Ikelite or Non-DS Substrobe. These Substrobes can be used in their manual mode utilizing any power settings provided on the Substrobe.

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ikelite

SubstrobeSubstrobe

MOD-NC

ikelite

SubstrobeSubstrobe

MOD-NC

ikelite

UUssiinngg IIkkeelliittee DDSS DDiiggiittaall SSttrroobbeess

SUBSTROBE

160

ikelite

For the best underwater photographic results, we recommend adding an external DS-digital strobe connected to the housing with

#4103.51 TTL Sync Cord and a SA-100 Ball/socket arm

((PPaaggee ##1188))

Ikelite DS series Substrobes are industry favorites for their warm,

ven coverage and lightning fast recycle time. Being farther from

e the camera lens, the optional DS Substrobe aids in reducing the illumination of particles in the water and helps to eliminate backscatter. When used in conjunction with the EV-Controller, the

S51 Mode switch is set to the TTL setting and the EV-Controller

D provides ten power settings in half-stop increments.

SSuubbssttrroobbee DDSS5511

The Substrobe DS51 covers the equivalent of a 28mm lens. The DS51's intensity and angle of coverage make it equally suited for macro and general photography.

Substrobe DS51

Actual Size 8 cm dia x 12 cm

3.2" dia x 4.7"

SSuubbssttrroobbee DDSS116600

The Substrobe DS160

covers the equivalent of an 18mm lens or 100 degrees w/diffuser installed. It is the ideal choice when using accessory wide angle lenses greater than 28mm. It also features a

1.5 second recycle time and 225 flashes per full charge.

SSAA--110000 BBaallll//SSoocckkeett AArrmm

The SA-100 system #4086.61 with its 1" diameter ball is ideal underwater. The #9571.3 extended stem mount allows easy attachment of the EV controller or flashlight mount, and drops right into the release handle. The arm system allows easy strobe placement from macro close-up to wide angle without changing aim of the Sensor. The complete system removes with a push of the handle button.

Substrobe DS160

Actual Size

9.6 cm dia x 17.9 cm

3.75" dia x 7"

SA-100 Ball/Socket Arm #4086.61

#9571.3 Extended Stem Mount (included with SA-100 Ball/Socket arm)

NNOOTTEE:: DDSS SSuubbssttrroobbee UUppddaattee iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn

DDSS5500 SSuubbssttrroobbeess

• DS50 SubStrobes with a Serial Number below 63,850 can not be updated to operate with the Conversion Circuitry.

• DS50 SubStrobes with a Serial Number between 63,850 and 69,999 operate with the Conversion Circuitry, but require an update to provide optimum performance.

• DS50 Substrobes with a Serial Number of 70,000 or higher, or with one of the two following labels in the battery compartment provide optimum performance with the Conversion Circuitry and do not need an update.

DDSS112255 SSuubbssttrroobbeess

• DS125 Substrobes with a Serial Number below 2,500 must be updated to operate correctly with the Conversion Circuitry.

• DS125 Substrobes with a Serial Number between 2,501 and 4,900 will operate with the Conversion Circuitry, but require an update to provide optimum performance.

• DS125 Substrobes with a Serial Number of 5,000 or higher, or with one of the two following labels in the battery compartment, provide optimum performance with the Conversion Circuitry and do not need an update.

TToo UUppddaattee YYoouurr SSuubbssttrroobbee:: Send to the Ikelite address on the back page of this manual or contact Ikelite for more information.

serial number

19 20

RReeccoommmmeennddeedd SSttrroobbee PPaacckkaaggeess

DDSS5511 SSuubbssttrroobbee PPaacckkaaggee ##33994444..5511 System with Ikelite TTL sync cord.

AAdddd aa sseeccoonndd SSuubbssttrroobbee DDSS5511:: ##33994444..5522 Arm System with Ikelite dual TTL sync cord.

DDSS116600 SSuubbssttrroobbee PPaacckkaaggee ##33994444..9900 System and 1.5 hour Smart Charger with Ikelite TTL sync cord.

AAdddd aa sseeccoonndd SSuubbssttrroobbee DDSS116600:: ##33994444..9922 SA-100 Arm System and Ikelite dual TTL sync cord.

DDSS220000 SSuubbssttrroobbee PPaacckkaaggee ##33994444..6600 System and 1.5 hour Smart Charger with Ikelite TTL sync cord.

includes #4086.61 SA-100 Arm

includes #4086.61 SA-100

includes #4086.61 SA-100 Arm

includes #4086.61

includes #4085.26 Arm

PPlleeaassee RReeaadd IIff UUssiinngg aann EEVV--CCoonnttrroolllleerr

TTTTLL ffllaasshh ccoonnttrrooll iiss nnoott aavvaaiillaabbllee wwhheenn uussiinngg aann EEVV--CCoonnttrroolllleerr,, aanndd tthheerreeffoorree aann EEVV CCoonnttrroolllleerr iiss nnoott rreeccoommmmeennddeedd ffoorr uussee wwiitthh tthhiiss hhoouussiinngg..

NNOOTTEE::

The EV-Controller cannot be used as a slave. If hard-wired

to the housing, set the EV-Controller to Non pre-flash.

HHoouussiinngg AAcccceessssoorryy MMoouunnttiinngg PPooiinnttss

The top of the SLR-DC housing features a 1/4-20 threaded mounting point for the attachment of a focus light, video light or other lightweight accessories. The bottom of the SLR-DC housing tray also features three 1/4-20 threaded mounting points for attachment of a tripod or other accessories.

CCoommpplleettee iinnffoorrmmaattiioonn rreeggaarrddiinngg IIkkeelliittee pprroodduuccttss aanndd ooppttiioonnaall aacccceessssoorriieess aavvaaiillaabbllee aatt

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LLuubbrriiccaannttss

1. Ikelite provides silicone lubricant with the housing. We recommend that you use only Ikelite lubricant. Other brands

ay cause the o’ring to swell and not seal properly.

. Use only enough Ikelite lubricant to lightly cover control shafts

and o’rings. Wipe off any excess lubricant with a clean cloth. Lubricant is not a sealant and is used to reduce friction. Excessive lubricant can collect sand and dirt which may

nterfere with proper sealing.

NNoottee::

Lubricant is not needed on the main housing o’ring to

maintain a housing seal, however, lightly lubricating this o’ring

an extend it’s life and aid in seeing a good housing seal. Too

c much lube can attract debris increasing the potential for a leak.

OOppttiioonnaall AAcccceessssoorriieess

LLeeaadd WWeeiigghhtt ##00990066..5588

The buoyancy of the system will depend on the size and number of strobes used as well as the weight of the camera. Ideally the system should be slightly negative in the environment in which it will be used. If you need to add weight to the system, an optional lead weight is available. To add the lead weight remove the (2) screws from the bottom of the aluminum tray. Place the lead weight into the pocket of the aluminum tray and reattach.

While both the Port and Back o’rings should last quite some time,

it is best to carry a spare, in case one becomes damaged or lost.

##55551122..6699 OO--rriinngg KKiitt ((RReeccoommmmeennddeedd))

CCAAUUTTIIOONN::

ccaann ccaauussee tthhee ppllaassttiicc hhoouussiinngg ttoo ccrraacckk.. UUssee OONNLLYY IIkkeelliitte lluubbrriiccaanntt.

NNeevveerr uussee sspprraayy lluubbrriiccaannttss aass tthhee pprrooppeellllaanntt iinnggrreeddiieennt

PPrree--DDiivvee YYoouurr SSyysstteemm

It is recommended that you take the complete system into a swimming pool before use in open water. This will give you a chance to become familiar with the handling and operation of your housing and strobe(s).

CCoonnttrrooll MMaaiinntteennaannccee

Ikelite controls are designed to provide years of reliable service with minimal maintenance.

1. Push button controls require no maintenance other than rinsing in fresh water after saltwater use. If a push button control becomes difficult to push or if it sticks when depressed, soak the housing in luke warm fresh water. After a few minutes, operate the push button. If this does not correct the problem, return the housing to Ikelite for maintenance.

##55551122..6699 OO--rriinngg KKiitt iinncclluuddeess::

IIkkeelliittee LLuubbee ##00118844..11

PPoorrtt OO’’rriinngg ##00 110055

HHoouussiinngg BBaacckk OO’’rriinngg ##00113322..6611

SSttoorriinngg tthhee HHoouussiinngg

When the housing is going to be stored for a prolonged period it should be soaked in a mild soap solution, rinsed, and dried thoroughly. Remove the back and port from the housing. Remove the back and port o’rings, lightly lubricate them and place them in a plastic zip-lock bag. Place the plastic bag inside the housing for storage. Operate the push buttons periodically.

CCoonnttrrooll MMaaiinntteennaannccee ((ccoonntt..))

3. Slide the shaft back into the control gland and gently slide it back and forth a few times without fully removing the shaft from the gland. Replace the knob noting the flat area on the shaft. The set screw in the knob should tighten down against the flat area on the control, so the knob does not turn on the shaft.

housing

gland

2. Some of the controls have long shafts. These controls can be pulled out, exposing the shaft To lubricate the control, gently pull on the knob until the

stainless steel shaft is exposed. Lightly lubricate the shaft, then

move the shaft in and out several times. This will lubricate the x-ring in the Ikelite control gland. This should be done before using the housing after a prolonged storage period, or once a week when the housing is in constant use.

3. Some of the controls have a short shaft and cannot be pulled out exposing the shaft for lubrication. In the unlikely event one of these controls sticks or becomes difficult to operate you can remove the control from the housing and lubricate it, or return the housing to Ikelite for maintenance. To remove the control ((DDiiaaggrraamm AA -- PPaaggee 2244)) wrench required); remove the knob. If there is salt or dirt buildup on the exposed control shaft, clean the shaft. Open the housing and gently slide the control shaft out of the control gland. Clean and lightly lubricate the shaft, including the end of the shaft.

, loosen the set screw in the knob (allen

((DDiiaaggrraamm BB -- ppaaggee 2244))

control

Tighten set screw down

against this flat area

when replacing the knob.

housing

Lubricate end of shaft before reinserting into gland

Diagram A

Diagram B

Loosen set screw

lubricate shaft

pull out to expose shaft

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GGeenneerraall HHoouussiinngg MMaaiinntteennaannccee

Your Ikelite Housing should be given the same care and attention as your other photographic equipment. In addition to normal maintenance, we recommend your housing be returned to Ikelite (every 2-3 years or 50 dives), to be checked and pressure tested.

DDoo NNoott

1. prolonged periods. Heat may damage the camera. DDoo NNoott

3. Before using the housing, always check the tightness of the ssccrreeww Check each they are tight. There is a slight chance that either could vibrate loose during travel.

4. Keep the back and port o’ring clean and lightly lubricated. To lubricate, remove the o’ring from the back. Put a small amount of lkelite lubricant on your fingers. Pull the o’ring through your fingers to apply a light coating of lubricant. Only apply enough lubricant to make the o’ring feel slick. This light coating of lubricant will help to keep the o’ring from drying out and will help to show a dark sealing line when the housing back is properly sealed.

5. Keep the area where the o’ring fits and the sealing surface clean.

6. Rinse the housing exterior thoroughly in fresh water after each salt water use. Depress push buttons several times during rinse. Dry with a soft cloth. Dry port to eliminate water spotting. After several uses in salt water, soak the housing in a mild soap solution, rinse, and dry.

7. Although not recommended, if it is necessary to remove a housing push button, for replacement E-clips (part #0319.12).

CCAAUUTTIIOONN::

iinnggrreeddiieenntt ccaann ccaauussee tthhee ppllaassttiicc hhoouussiinngg ttoo ccrraacckk.. UUssee OONNLLY

IIkkeelliittee lluubbrriiccaanntt.

leave the camera and housing in direct sunlight for

ship the camera in the housing.

n each control knob.

ccoonnttrrooll ggllaanndd

penetrating the housing to make sure

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1. You should completely assemble and test your system in a swimming pool before using it in open water.

. It is a good idea to start each photo dive with a fully charged

battery in the camera and strobe(s).

3. As soon as you enter the water, take a moment and check the housing to see that it is properly sealed. Next, check to see if

here are any bubbles on the face of the port. If there are, take

t your fingers and remove them. If there are bubbles on the lens port they can produce soft focus spots in your photographs.

4 Set Image Resolution to the Highest Jpeg format available or

RAW. Higher resolution settings are required for printing. High resolution images can easily be reduced in size with software and retain their original quality. A Low resolution image can be enlarged with software but much of the quality will be lost.

5. ISO 100 and “center-weighted averaging” metering are recommended.

6. Digital images are usually transferred to the computer where their appearance can be fine tuned. Many of the image manipulation programs make you think you can magically correct any image taken and make a good picture. One thing to be aware of is that if an image is overexposed, some of the color information in the file is missing. If the color is missing you cannot adjust it. If images are slightly underexposed, the color and detail may be there, but a little dark, which you can adjust to some degree. So if you error in exposure, it is better to have the image slightly underexposed rather than overexposed.

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1. The number one rule in underwater photography is to eliminate as much water between camera and subject as possible. Get as close as you can to the subject, then use the zoom. If you are using flash, subjects beyond 6 feet (1.8m)will not have much color, regardless of the strobe’s power.

2. Many digital cameras have a slight lag time between when you press the shutter release button and when the camera actually takes the picture. It only takes a slight amount of pressure to operate the shutter. If the shutter doesn’t trip immediately, don’t push down harder on the shutter control, as you may damage the camera. Hold the camera steady a second or two after pressing the shutter release button.

3. Do not shoot down on subjects as they will quite often blend into the background and be difficult to see in the photograph. Shoot subjects straight on, or shoot up at a slight angle using the blue water as a contrasting background.

4. Underwater flash is used to restore the warmer colors filtered out by the water as well as to illuminate the subject.

5. For balanced lighting, meter the background and set the camera aperture accordingly. Use TTL, adjust the strobe’s power settings, or move the strobe closer or farther away to properly expose the subject with the chosen camera aperture.

6. Avoid shooting into the sun. This can cause unwanted reflections or underexposed subjects.

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All Ikelite products are warranted against any manufacturing defects for a period of one year from the original date of purchase. Defective products should be returned prepaid to Ikelite. Ikelite will, at its discretion, repair or replace such products, and will return to customer prepaid. All other claims of any nature are not covered. Housing is pressure tested and warranted to 200’ (60m) maximum underwater depth. Except as mentioned above, no other warranty expressed or implied, applies to this Ikelite product.

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Ikelite is most interested in performing any service to assure that all products perform as intended. For repair or service, return the product to the address below with your name, address, phone number and a brief description of the problem. Evidence of purchase date must be provided to obtain warranty service. Normal service turnaround time is approximately 2-3 weeks.

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