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- Page 1 DS165 Strobe Product Numbers 40165US • 40165EU • 40165AU • 40165UK • 40165X...
- Page 2 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. In the Box • DS165 Strobe Front # 40165X • Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack # 40066GY (installed) •...
- Page 3 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. DO NOT apply Loc-tite or any other thread locking product as » this will result in permanent damage to the strobe body and may result in flooding.
- Page 4 Contents About this Product In the Box Specifications Important Notices Getting to Know Your Strobe Setting Up Your Strobe Removing the Battery Pack Attaching the Battery Pack Using a Dome Diffuser Using a Ball Arm System Attaching a Sync Connector Using Your Strobe Checking Battery Level Turning the Strobe On...
- Page 5 Contact Us...
- Page 6 Getting to Know Your Strobe Shroud Flashtube Battery Pack Reflector Modeling Light Bulkhead with Waterproof Cap...
- Page 7 Toggle Lock BACK Mount Power Exposure Switch Switch Fuel Switch Gauge Fuel Lock Gauge Full Batt w/Lite Ready Light Ready Light w/Lite SIDE...
- Page 8 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 2. Check that the o-ring is in place and that the sealing surfaces are clean. It is not necessary to lubricate the o-ring. 3. Place the toggle lock in the open position by sliding out, flipping up, and rotating 90 degrees counter-clockwise. 4.
- Page 10 Attaching a Sync Connector 1. Remove the bulkhead cap. 2. Lightly lubricate the connector o-ring. Use 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.
- Page 11 A bulkhead cap or waterproof connector must be attached » to the strobe for waterproof operation. Never submerge the strobe without either a bulkhead cap or compatible waterproof connector attached. The bulkhead on this strobe is hard anodized aluminum (black »...
- Page 12 Turning the Strobe On The strobe has three ON positions which each affect the function of the flash, modeling light, and indicator LEDs. Fuel TTL Full Gauge Batt w/Lite Ready Light w/Lite BATT W/LITE Counter-clockwise one stop from OFF. Use this position to (1) check the approximate battery level remaining;...
- Page 13 In photography, a decrease of one f-stop reduces the light in half. Therefore, the -1 setting is equivalent to 50% flash power. Automatic Pre-Flash Learning Mode The DS165 has automatic preflash recogntion which occurs in each of these scenarios: •...
- Page 14 In each of these scenarios, the first flash will be a “learning” flash which will automatically adjust the strobe to your camera’s preflash sequence. This photo may not be useable as the flash timing may be out-of-sequence. Subsequent photos will fire in sequence. It is important to take a single shot to properly calibrate the »...
- Page 15 Protection circuitry built into the strobe will automatically force a rest period if heat conditions within the strobe become dangerous. This may be at different points depending on use and enviornment. During the rest period the strobe will not trigger. The strobe will automatically allow triggering again when the strobe has returned to a safe operating temperature, typically wihtin 1-2 minutes.
- Page 16 Make sure that your stobe(s) are pointed at your subject for » accurate exposure. TTL strobe exposure is only supported with compatible » cameras and TTL accessories. High ISO speeds will typically result in reduced flash output. » For better colors with flash exposure, choose lower ISO speeds such as ISO 100, 200, etc.
- Page 17 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 18 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 19 Photos lack color. • Get closer to your subject. • Check positioning of your strobe(s). • Select a lower ISO (i.e. 100, 200, etc). Higher ISO speeds will result in lower flash output and less colors. • Use TTL setting if supported. •...
- Page 20 (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 21 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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