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- Page 1 DS230 Strobe with Modeling Light Product Numbers 40230US • 40230EU • 40230AU • 40230UK • 40230X...
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Page 2: About This Product
About this Product Thank you for your purchase of Ikelite equipment. Please read this instruction manual completely before attempting to operate or dive with this product. Please visit ikelite.com to register your product to receive information on any updates, notices, or recalls pertaining to your equipment. -
Page 3: Important Notices
Important Notices DO NOT lubricate or remove the battery pack o-ring. » DO NOT use lubricants, cleaners, or any chemical on the » o-ring or battery pack. The battery pack is NOT waterproof when removed from the » strobe front. NEVER use, ship, or travel with a water damaged battery pack. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents About this Product Included in the Box Important Notices Getting to Know Your Strobe Setting Up Your Strobe Removing the Battery Pack Charging the Battery Pack Attaching the Battery Pack Using a Diffuser Choosing an Arm System Attaching a Sync Connector Using Your Strobe Checking Battery Level Turning the Strobe On... -
Page 6: Getting To Know Your Strobe
Getting to Know Your Strobe Shroud Flashtube Battery Pack Reflector Modeling Light Mount Bulkhead... - Page 7 Toggle Lock BACK Mount Power Exposure Switch Switch Fuel Switch Gauge Fuel Lock TTL Full Gauge Batt w/Lite Ready Light Ready Light w/Lite SIDE...
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Page 8: Setting Up Your Strobe
Setting Up Your Strobe Removing the Battery Pack The battery pack is NOT waterproof when detached from the » strobe front. Do not remove or lubricate the battery pack o-ring. » 1. Turn the Power Switch to the OFF position and place the strobe face down on a flat surface. - Page 9 To extend the lifetime of the pack, avoid fully discharging the » battery pack. If the battery pack is nearly depleted, we recommend charging » to approximately 50% prior to long-term storage. When storing for extended periods of time, cycle the battery »...
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Page 10: Attaching The Battery Pack
GREEN The charging indicator LED on the front of the charger glows green when the charger is plugged into a power source and when the pack is fully charged. When glowing green the charger is in trickle charge mode. The charging indicator LED glows red when charging the pack. Typical charge time is 4 hours. -
Page 11: Using A Diffuser
7. Flip the toggle lock down and slide in to the locked position. Using a Diffuser The DS230 flashtube and reflector are designed for exceptionally smooth, even coverage without the addition of a diffuser. The optional Dome Diffuser # 4069.2 may be added to increase the spread of the DS230 beam. -
Page 12: Using Your Strobe
2. Lightly lubricate the connector o-ring. We recommend using only Ikelite silicone lubricant to eliminate the possibility of swelling due to incompatible compounds. 3. Line up the pins and receptacles and insert the sync cord plug into the bulkhead. The plug should slide easily into the bulkhead. If you feel resistence, do not force it. -
Page 13: Turning The Strobe On
Fuel Gauge 75-100% 50-75% 25-50% 0-25% The Fuel Gauge does not indicate remaining battery life when the strobe is in the Off, On, or On w/Lite positions. Turning the Strobe On The strobe has three ON positions which each affect the function of the flash, video or modeling light, and indicator LEDs. -
Page 14: Using The Exposure Switch
Clockwise one stop from OFF. In this position the LED marked 2 on the Fuel Gauge acts as a visual indicator that the strobe is ready to fire. The flash does fire in this mode. The modeling light is off. ON W/LITE Clockwise two stops from OFF. -
Page 15: Positioning The Strobe
FULL • In ON or ON W/LITE, the flash fires at full power each time. • In BATT W/LITE, the video or modeling light will be on at full intensity. FRACTIONAL POWERS (-0.5, -1, -1.5, -2, -2.5, -3, -3.5 -4, -4.5) •... -
Page 16: Maintenance
Maintenance Post-Dive 1. Rinse your strobe and camera system in fresh water. Do not remove the battery pack or sync cord prior to rinsing. 2. NEVER leave your system in a fresh water rinse tank. Collisions with other peoples’ gear can cause scratches or damage to your equipment. -
Page 17: Learning About Underwater Photography
Learning about Underwater Photography Visit http://www.ikelite.com/photoschool or scan the QR code: Troubleshooting Water enters the battery pack. • Remove battery pack, clean and dry the strobe front. • Dispose of the battery pack at an approved local facility. • Replace the battery with a new battery pack. - Page 18 Strobe will not fire when using sync cord. • Make sure the strobe is turned on. • Try a different sync cord. • Restore camera to factory default settings and then re-configure according to the housing instructions. Strobe will not fire when using an optical sensor. •...
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Page 19: Limited Warranty
(1) year from the original date of purchase. Defective products should be returned to Ikelite postage paid. Ikelite will, at its sole discretion, repair or replace such products, and will return to customer postage paid. -
Page 20: Contact Us
If you have any questions about your product 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 Indianapolis, IN 46208 USA +1 (317) 923-4523 ikelite@ikelite.com...
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