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- Page 1 4061.1 DS161 Substrobe I n s t r u c t i o n M a n u a l Please read all instructions before using this product.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
PRODUCT REGISTRATION ....24 FLASH DIFFUSER 0591.3 ....11 Using the Diffuser ........11 Diffuser Installation and Removal ..11 ARM SYSTEMS/STROBE MOUNTS ..12 Ikelite Arm Systems ......12 Ikelite Mounts ........12 STROBE CONNECTION ....13 Strobe Connection (Illustration) ..14 USING AS HARD-WIRED STROBE ..15 USING AS HARD-WIRED STROBE WITHOUT TTL ........15... -
Page 3: Ikelite Ds160 Substrobe
IKELITE DS161 SUBSTROBE DS161 SPECIFICATIONS CE - Compliant with applicable EU directives Complies with FCC part 15, subpart B, Section 15.109 for Class “B” Products S p e c i f i c a t i o n s Battery Pack ..........Li-ion module, 7.4v, 4500mAh Weight ............2.5 lb (1130g) -
Page 4: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an Ikelite Substrobe. Ikelite brings over 50 years of underwater photographic and lighting experience to the strobe market. Ikelite Substrobes are designed and built in the USA by Ikelite to suit both the professional and the amateur photographer. -
Page 5: Ds160 Substrobe
15%. DS161 SUBSTROBE The Ikelite DS161 Substrobe combines high intensity output and wide coverage angle in a compact, versatile design. This strobe features 160 watt-sec. intensity and covers a full 100° using the diffuser. Special soft-lite reflector provides rich reds, oranges, and warmer flesh tones. -
Page 6: Opening And Closing
OPENING AND CLOSING OPENING THE STROBE Turn the strobe OFF, and place the strobe face down on a flat surface. Slide the locking lever out by either grasping the sides of the lever and pulling it out OR use your thumb to apply slight pressure to the top of the lever and slide it out. Flip the lever up and then rotate the lever counter-clockwise 90°. -
Page 7: Opening And Closing (Illustration)
OPENING AND CLOSING (illustration) Pull Out Flip Up Rotate... -
Page 8: Li-Ion Battery Pack 4067
LI-ION BATTERY PACK 4067 The 4061.1 DS161 Substrobe includes a Lithium Ion (Li-ion) battery pack and smart charger. The battery pack requires Smart Charger 4067.1 (page 10). Li-ion Battery Pack 4067 is compatible with Ikelite's DS125, DS160 and DS161 strobe. -
Page 9: Charging The Battery Pack
(continued) CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK Requires Ikelite 4067.1 Smart Charger Li-ion. Do not attempt to charge the battery pack with other chargers. Use of an incompatible charger is a safety risk and may cause irreparable damage to the battery pack. -
Page 10: Smart Charger 4067.1
European plug adapter Australian plug adapter United Kingdom plug adapter USAGE Use only with compatible Ikelite lithium-ion battery Adapter Prongs Closed Attached packs. Charge a battery pack to at least half full prior to storing for extended periods of time. This charger features flip out blades for use with US plugs. -
Page 11: Flash Diffuser 0591.3
FLASH DIFFUSER 0591.3 USING THE DIFFUSER The white diffuser can be secured to the front of the DS161 substrobe when softer lighting or a coverage angle of 100° is desired. The diffuser reduces the DS161 light intensity by one full f-stop. DIFFUSER INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL Position the Diffuser Cut-outs over the DS161 substrobe’s Diffuser Retention Tabs. -
Page 12: Arm Systems/Strobe Mounts
Shroud can be rotated slightly to gain better access to the strobe base with a screwdriver. Although not necessary, you can apply a small amount of Ikelite lube around the screw threads before attaching the strobe mount. Use Ikelite lube only (supplied with the DS161 strobe). -
Page 13: Strobe Connection
STROBE CONNECTION The female bulkhead connector permits different Ikelite sync cords, EV Manual Controller or a Fiber Optic Adapter to be connected to the strobe. These connectors relay signals from the camera to the substrobe to trigger the flash. The removable waterproof bulkhead cap seals the bulkhead connector when nothing is connected to the DS161. -
Page 14: Strobe Connection (Illustration)
STROBE CONNECTION (illustration) DS161 Substrobe Bulkhead Connection Bulkhead Cap Stem O-ring Retaining Ring Blue Band 4103.51 Ikelite Sync Cord... -
Page 15: Using As Hard-Wired Strobe Without Ttl
- Non-Ikelite housings for digital cameras with Nikonos-style strobe connector Connect the strobe using an appropriate Ikelite sync cord. The DS161 must be used in manual exposure modes. Strobe output is not automatically adjusted for proper exposure when set to TTL(Auto) mode. -
Page 16: Led Movie Lite
Due to the extended life-span of LED bulbs, the DS161 Substrobe LED movie light bulb is non-user replaceable. In the unlikely event the LED movie light should quit working, return the Substrobe to Ikelite for repair. The 15-watt LED movie light features a 8 hour burn time at full intensity. -
Page 17: Switches / Fuel Gauge
SWITCHES / FUEL GAUGE The DS161 features separate switches for power on/off and firing modes. The arrow on the switch points to the selected position. ON/OFF SWITCH OFF: The horizontal switch position is OFF. The adjacent tab locks the switch in the OFF position. -
Page 18: Fuel Guage
SWI TCHES/ FU E L GA UG E ( co n tin u ed ) FUEL GAUGE When the switch is rotated to the “Batt w/Lite” position, the fuel gauge on the side of the strobe will display 0, 1, 2, or 3 red LED lights indicating the remaining charge in the battery pack (see below). -
Page 19: Strobe Ready Light
STR OBE RE A DY L IG HT STROBE READY LIGHT AND TTL HOUSING The Ikelite DS161 Substrobe features a ready light that glows red when the DS161 has recycled and is ready to fire its flash again. The middle #2 LED on the fuel gauge functions as the visual ready light. -
Page 20: Recommendations
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;... -
Page 21: Maintenance
MAI NTENAN C E Your Ikelite DS161 Substrobe should be given the same care and attention as your other photographic equipment. After using your strobe in water, please follow these instructions to ensure the DS161’s longevity and good working order. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Nikonos Ikelite Ikelite TTL Cord: Point the raised half-circle at the end of the cord encompassing the receptacles towards you, per the above diagram. Place one end of the paper clip on the center receptacle and one end on the lower right hand receptacle. -
Page 23: Airline Travel
Regulations, Manual of Test and Criteria, Part III, subsection 38.3. ADR Class 9. TECHNICAL SUPPORT Technical support is available through an Authorized Ikelite Dealer or directly through Ikelite Customer Service. For a listing of dealers and distributors worldwide, please visit the Ikelite website at www.ikelite.com. Ikelite Customer Service 50 W. -
Page 24: Product Registration
PRODUCT REGISTRATION Please visit www.ikelite.com to register your Ikelite Digital Substrobe within 15 days of purchase. Ikelite Underwater Systems 50 West 33rd Street Indianapolis, IN 46208 USA www.ikelite.com © 2013 Ikelite Underwater Systems DS161 Substrobe_4061.1-02-0213...