Ikelite 6871.07 instruction manual Using the Conversion Circuitry Set DS Substrobe to TTL mode

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Using the Conversion Circuitry (Set DS Substrobe to TTL mode)

-Mode and Compensation Buttons

The Conversion Circuitry default is set to TTL. To switch between TTL and Manual Modes, depress both Mode Buttons at the same time and keep them depressed until you see the desired Yellow LED Mode illuminate.

-TTL Mode (indicated when the yellow LED directly below TTL is illuminated). TTL Mode is the default setting. When the DS Substrobe is powered ON, the yellow TTL LED will illuminate. None of the Red LEDs will illuminate. This indicates that no (+) plus or (-) minus compensation is selected. Depress the Mode buttons to select +/- compensation. Note that the TTL +/- compensation values are in the yellow bar with the heading TTL.

-Manual Mode (indicated when the yellow LED directly below the M is illuminated). When the Manual Mode is selected, the Red LED directly below the F (full power) will illuminate. Note that the Manual minus (-) compensation values are in the black bar with the heading M. Set DS

Substrobe to TTL mode. This will allow the strobe power to be varied in manual mode.

Red LEDs (Compensation)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Manual Mode - Yellow LED

Mode &

Compensation

 

 

TTL Mode - Yellow LED

Buttons

 

 

 

Using Non-Ikelite or Ikelite Non-DS Substrobes (Substrobe 50, 100A, 200, 400) with this Housing

The Conversion Circuitry is automatically disabled when used with a Non-Ikelite or Non-DS Substrobe. These Substrobes can be used in their manual mode utilizing any power settings provided on the Substrobe.

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Contents Canon EOS 7D SLR-DC HousingTable of Contents Specifications Preparation Package ContentsSide View Parts of the Housing Front ViewBack View Opening the Housing Initial Camera SetupSetting the Conversion Circuitry Strobe ID Switch Housing Conversion CircuitryMode and Compensation Buttons Using the Conversion Circuitry Set DS Substrobe to TTL modeAttaching the Flash Connection for External Strobes DS50 and DS125 Substrobe CompatibilityInstalling Camera in Housing Attaching Camera to Housing TrayFinal Check Closing the HousingTurn Camera On Attaching a Sync Cord to the HousingZoom Clamps & Gear Sleeves Included with Housing Preparing to Install Zoom Clamp & Gear SleeveInstalling the Zoom Clamp & Gear Sleeve On the Type 1 Lenses Figure D Type 1 LensesInstalling the Zoom Clamp & Gear Sleeve On Type 2 Lenses Manual Focusing Installing Zoom Clamp/Sleeve on Type 2 LensesInstalling the Port Installing the Port To Remove Port Port Seal Inside ViewLens Ports Attaching an Ikelite Strobe Arm to the Housing Handle Usage Pre-Dive Your SystemLubricants Problem Solution TroubleshootingAny trapped moisture forming fog on the lens port Recommended Accessories Accessory Mounting PointsEV-Controller Use Control Maintenance MaintenanceDiagram B Housing Maintenance Storing the Housing Spare PartsPhoto Tips Photo Tips Technical SupportLimited Warranty Returning Products For ServiceReturning Products for Service outside the United States Product Registration