The non-visible light which passes through the Clear Photo Filter is picked up by an Inon “Optical D Cable” fiber optic and guided to the D-180’s slave sensor. When the D-180 receives this light signal if fires. Since the D-180 can be mounted externally, at an angle away from the camera, the strobe’s light beam can reach the subject without illuminating the water and particles between the camera and subject. Another benefit of Clear Photo System is no stray light from the internal flash causing ghosts or flare inside the housing, port tube barrel or attachment lenses.
Clear Photo Film is included with Inon “Optical D Cable/Cap Sets” which are available for many popular camera/housing models. Refer to the User Manual with your Optical D Cable/Cap Set.
Connecting D-180 to Camera SystemThe D-180 can receive strobe control signals several ways. Depending on how you intend to use the D-180 will determine the control signal reception method, and the way of connecting the D-180 to your camera/housing/master strobe system. Before attempting to use your strobe, it is important to understand the connection method relevant for your situation.
The D-180 can be connected to your camera/housing/master strobe system as follows:
1)Using D-180 as an external Slave Strobe to digital camera’s internal strobe (Master Strobe) (*1) Optical D Cable Connection
Select an Inon “Optical D Cable/Cap Set” specified for your camera/housing, and connect one end to the Master Strobe/Housing, and the other end to the D-180 Slave Strobe. The Master Strobe transmits light through the fiber optic cable to the D-180’s Slave Sensor. As the Slave Strobe, the D-180 fires and quenches when it senses “correct” exposure.
2)Using external D-180 as a Slave Strobe to another external strobe (Master Strobe) (*2)
Optical Slave Cable
Connect an Inon “Optical Slave Cable” (*3) between the D-180 and the other external strobe. The other external strobe (Master Strobe) transmits light though the fiber optic cable to the D-180’s Slave Sensor. As the Slave Strobe, the D-180 fires and quenches when it senses “correct” exposure.
4)Using D-180 as a Master Strobe to another external strobe (Slave Strobe) Optical D Slave Cable Connection
Connect an Inon “Optical D Slave Cable” (*4) between a D-180 or Z-220 strobe (Master Strobe) and an Inon Z-220 or Z-220 strobe (Slave Strobe). Light from the D-180/Z-220 Focus Light will link to and allow functioning of the slave strobe’s Focus Light and Target
Laser.
(*1) Wireless slave connection not possible. Optical D Cable necessary.
(*2) Wireless slave connection not possible. Optical Slave Cable necessary.
