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Ikelite AF35 AutoFlash Instruction Manual

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AF35 AutoFlash
Instruction Manual
4035 - 4035.1
Thank you for your purchase of
Ikelite equipment. Before using
the AF35 AutoFlash, please read
this instruction manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
Ikelite recommends becoming
familiar with the features and
functions of the AF35 AutoFlash
above water before trying the
camera and flash in the water.
We also suggest that you read
your camera's owners manual as
well.

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  • Page 1 AF35 AutoFlash Instruction Manual 4035 - 4035.1 Thank you for your purchase of Ikelite equipment. Before using the AF35 AutoFlash, please read this instruction manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Ikelite recommends becoming familiar with the features and...
  • Page 2 Housing Compatibility The AF35 AutoFlash fits Ikelite compact digital housing styles DC100 and DC200, and most compact digital housings manufactured by Canon, Olympus, Panasonic, and Sony. AF35 AutoFlash Kit includes: AF35 AutoFlash Flash Diffuser Flexible Arm AutoFlash Sensor Rubber Grip...

  • Page 3: Battery Compartment O-Ring

    Product Registration Please take a moment to fill out the online Ikelite Product Registration form at http://www.ikelite.com/forms/regForm.htm. Battery Compartment Opening - Always turn the AutoFlash OFF (as shown) and dry the flash before opening the battery door. To access the battery compartment, rotate the knob counter-clockwise several turns and gently remove the door.
  • Page 4 AF35 Flash Settings To use the AF35 AutoFlash in the Auto or Manual Mode the camera’s built-in flash must be set to fire on every shot as it is used to trigger the AF35 AutoFlash. OFF - Figure 1 shows the AF35 flash mode switch set to OFF. Always turn...
  • Page 5 Figure 4, page 4, for example, shows the mode switch set to minus 1-1/2 f-stops. When the AF35 is in any manual setting the Auto Exposure Selector Dial setting has no effect on the flash output.
  • Page 6 Make sure the camera’s built-in flash is set to fire on every shot and is fully charged. Turn the AF35 flash mode dial to AUTO. Set the Auto Exposure Selector Dial to 5 as shown above. Position the camera and flash approximately 1m (3 feet) from a colorful subject.
  • Page 7 Using Dual AF35 AutoFlashes When using dual AF35 AutoFlashes, determine the optimum Auto Exposure Value for one AF35 Autoflash as described on page 6, then set the same Auto Exposure Value on the second AF35’s selector dial. AF35 Flash Diffuser The flash diffuser adds 10°...
  • Page 8 Mounting Ikelite Housings to the Tray Applies to Single or Dual Tray. NOTE: The AF35 AutoFlash can ONLY be mounted to Ikelite Compact Digital housing models DC-100 and DC-200. Turn the housing so the tray mounting inserts on the bottom of the housing are facing up.

  • Page 9: Installation

    Non-Ikelite housings are mounted to the tray with a single bolt. To keep the camera housing from rotating on the tray, a Tray Insert must be installed. Note that there are 3 Tray Inserts included with the AF35. Select the Tray Insert for the corresponding camera housing being installed. Note: See special Sony instructions, page10.
  • Page 10 Sony Housing Tray Insert Installation Applies to Single or Dual Tray. Sony housings have 2 different size Base Plates. The Tray Insert marked Sony has 2 different cut-outs. To determine the correct cut-out, place each of the Sony Tray Insert cut-outs against the Sony housing Base Plate as shown below.
  • Page 11 After the proper Tray Insert is installed, the housing can be mounted to the AF35 tray. Turn the housing so the Tripod Mount on the bottom of the housing is facing up. Place the tray across the bottom of the housing. Align the center hole in the tray with the hole in the Tripod Mount on the bottom of the housing.
  • Page 12 AF35 Sensor used to trigger the AF35 Flash. Ikelite Housings Deflectors are supplied with Ikelite housings, see housing instructions for installation. Non-Ikelite Housing Deflector Installation Most Canon, Olympus and Sony digital camera housings have a flash diffuser built on the housing to which the deflector can be attached, see drawing, page 13.
  • Page 13 Non-Ikelite Housing Deflector Installation 3. Position the loop material (deflector) on the housing to determine where to locate the 2 strips of hook material to secure the deflector to the housing. Cut 2 strips of the hook material to fit on each side or on the top and bottom of the deflector.
  • Page 14 Connecting AF35 Handle to Tray The base of the Handle that slides over the tray mount has a nylon screw. Note that the tray has a notch for the nylon screw to fit into when the handle is mounted to the tray and the nylon screw is screwed down. Back the screw out far enough to slide the handle base onto the tray mount.
  • Page 15 Flex Arm The AF35 Flex Arm is quite versatile, it allows the flash head to be placed in many different positions for optimal lighting. The flash head is connected to the sensor with a sync cord that runs through the center of the flex arm. If the flex arm is bent too far it may separate from the top bead on the sensor body.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    - When storing the Kit, remove the batteries from the flash. Lightly lubricate the exposed part of the door’s o-ring and store the AF35 flash with the battery door lightly screwed on, this will allow any hydrogen/air mixture to escape the battery compartment and avoid unnecessary pressure on the o-ring that could cause it to flatten.
  • Page 17 Should the battery compartment flood, remove the batteries, flush the compartment with fresh water and dry thoroughly. Determine the cause of the flooding to the best of your ability. Send the AF35 kit to Ikelite for inspection and testing as soon as possible.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Strobe will not Fire Flex Arm NOTE: Your AF35 Flex Arm utilizes a pop-bead system which allows easy repositioning of the strobe while underwater. After extended use, the pop-beads will loosen slightly and may no longer hold the strobe in a fixed postion above water.
  • Page 19 Note: it’s possible to buy bad “new” batteries. - The AF35 has a flexible arm for positioning the flash. Check that the flash is aimed at the subject being photographed. - When taking pictures in rapid succession, note that the AF35’s flash will recycle much faster than the camera’s built-in flash.

  • Page 20: Returning Products For Service

    Returning Products for Service Ikelite is most interested in performing any service to ensure that all products perform as intended. Evidence of purchase date must be provided to obtain warranty service. No prior authorization is required. You may return directly to us or through your dealer.

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