Ikelite DSLR-A100 instruction manual Pre-Dive Your System

Using External Strobes Cont.

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

The ConversionCircuitry is automatically disabled when usedwith a Non-DS Substrobe. These Substrobes can be used in their manual mode utilizing any power settings provided on theSubstrobe.

Using Non Ikelite Strobes with this Housing.

The Conversion Circuitry is automatically disabled when used with a Non Ikelite Strobe. Non Ikelite strobes can be used in their manual mode utilizing any power settings provided on the strobe.

Strobe Arms

This housing offers two types of arm mounting systems. The top of the rubber handles utilize Ikelite’s Quick-Release Arm, available with the SA-100R Arm system.

The bottom of the rubber handles have a wing nut that accepts the Ikelite Tray Mount. The Tray Mount comes with the Ikelite SA-125Arm system and the SA-100T Arm system.

Lubricants

1. Ikelite provides silicone lubricant with the housing. We recommend that you use only Ikelite lubricant as some other brands may cause the o-ring to swell and not seal properly.

2. Use only enough lubricant to lightly cover control shafts and o-rings. Wipe off any excess lubricant with a clean cloth. Lubricant is not a sealant, it is used to reduce friction. Excessive lubricant can collect sand and dirt which may interfere with proper sealing.

CAUTION: Never use spray lubricants as the propellant ingredient can cause the plastic housing to crack.

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	Port Information
	While we have included a list of our ports and a short list of Lenses
	and port recommendations we suggest visiting our web site for the
	latest information on lenses and port recommendations.
			• With the lens on the camera extended
			to full length, measure from front of
			camera to face of lens.
			• Select the appropriate port based on
			the lens type and length.
			• Maximum lens diameter accommodated
			is 8.4cm (3.3")
		Measure
			• Maximum lens diameter when using
	Choosing a Port		zoom or focus clamp 7.1cm(2.8")
	DOME PORT 6”
#5503............Wide angle 28mm to 17mm
	.....................or lens up to 7.6cm (3") in length
#5503.20 ......Nikon 18 & 20mmD lenses
	#5503.50 ......Lens 7.6-10.1cm (3-4")
	#5503.55 ......Lens 8.9-11.4cm (3.5-4.5")
	#5503.80 ......Lens 10.1-127cm. (4-5")
	#5503.81 ......Nikkor 28-105mm lens only
	#5503.85 ......Lens 12.7-51.2cm (5-6")
	SUPERWIDE DOME PORT 6”
#5503.15........Lens up to 6.3cm (2.5")
	DOME PORT 8”
Dome Port (see lens & port recommendations, page 17)
Some zoom lenses may require the addition of a +diopter close-up lens.
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Pre-Dive Your System

It is recommended that you take the complete system into

a swimming pool before use in open water. This will give you a chance to become familiar with the handling and operation of your housing and strobe(s).

Optional Accessories

Lead Weight #0906.58

The buoyancy of the system will depend on the size and number of strobes used as well as the weight of the camera. Ideally the system should be slightly negative in the environment in which it will be used. If you need to add we ight to the system, an optional lead weight is available. To add the lead weight remove the (2) screws from the bottom of the aluminum tray. Place the lead weight into the pocket of the aluminum tray and reattach.

Ikelite Lube #0184.1

Port o-ring #0105

Housing Back o-ring #0132.61

While both the Port and Back o-rings should last quite some time it is best to carry a spare in case one becomes damaged or lost.

Housing Back o-ring & Port o-ring Kit #5512.69

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Ports Continued

FLAT PORT

For standard, macro, and telephoto lenses.

Due to refraction flat ports reduce the angle-of -coverage of a lens and at the same time enlarge the image. This makes the flat port ideal when using standard, macro or zoom lenses to shoot small subjects. Note that if a port is long enough to accommodate the full length of a 1:1macro lens, the lens may vignette when use d at infinity. If access to the lens' full range is desired, then select

a dome port instead.

FLAT PORT

#5501............Lens up to 6.3cm (2.5") #5502............Lens 6.3-8.9cm (2.5-3.5") #5502.41.......Lens 7.9-10.4cm (3.1-4.125") #5505............Lens 8.9-11.4cm 3(.5-4.5") #5505.45.......Lens 10.4-13cm(4.1-5.125") #5505.46.......Lens 105 Macro (4.1-5.125") #5505.5.........Lens 11.4-14cm4(.5-5.5") #5505.58.......Lens 13-15.5cm5(.1-6.125")

FLAT PORT WITH FOCUS

For long lenses whose focus collar extends beyond the housing focus. Telephoto lenses longer than 135mmare not recommended. #5506............Lens 8.9-11.4cm 3(.5-4.5")

#5506.5.........Lens 11.4-14cm4(.5-5.5") #5507............Lens 14-16.5cm 5(.5-6.5") #5508............Lens 16.5-19cm 6(.5-7.5") #5508.05 ......Nikor 105mm lens only

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