Recommendations; Visual Inspections; Insurance; Tips - Ikelite DS160 Instructions Manual

RECOMMEN D AT ION S

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 Substrobe 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 Substrobe DS160 for more natural looking photos and wider angle
of coverage when shooting both still and video images. Add a second DS
Substrobe using either the EV Manual Controller 4100.6 or an appropriate dual
sync cord.
• Purchasing a spare 4067 Li-ion Battery Pack 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.
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