Ikelite AF35 - Manual

AF35 AutoFlash

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Thank you for purchasing an Ikelite

AF35 AutoFlash. Ikelite brings 40 years of

underwater photographic and lighting

experience to the diving market. Ikelite’s

underwater photographic products are

built in the USA by Ikelite to suit both

the professional and the amateur

photographer.

The purpose of an underwater electronic

flash is to illuminate and aid in restoring the true color

of the subject.

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Before using the AF35 AutoFlash, please read the

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. And, if you have not yet done so, it is

suggested that you read your camera’s owners manual as

well.

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The AF35 AutoFlash fits:

Ikelite compact digital housing styles DC100 and DC200.

Most compact digital housings manufactured by Canon, Olympus

and Sony.

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• AF35 AutoFlash

• Flash Diffuser

• Flexible Arm

• AutoFlash Sensor

• Rubber Grip

• Tray (single or dual)

• Tray Inserts

• Mounting Hardware

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Firing Modes ......Auto - 6 manual power settings

Energy Rating ......35 watt-seconds

Coverage Angle ......70° - 80° with diffuser

Guide # (ISO100) feet ......28 surface - 16 underwater

Guide # (ISO 100) meters ......9 surface - 5 underwater

Color Temperature ......5700° K

Power Source ......4 “AA” alkaline, NiCad, NiMH

Flashes ......300 full power

Recycle Time ......2.5 seconds

Weight ......0.6 kg - 1.3 pounds

Depth Rating ......90m - 300 feet

AF35 AutoFlash

Flex Arm

Sensor

Rubber Grip

Tray

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Oppeenniinngg - Always turn the AutoFlash OFF 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. Tilt the

back of the flash down while removing the

battery door to eliminate the possibility of

water droplets falling into the battery

compartment. N

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knob from the battery door.
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Keep the o-ring and sealing surfaces clean.

Lightly lubricate the exposed portion of the

o-ring with the Ikelite silicone lubricant

provided.
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Install four AA-cell batteries: alkaline,

NiCad, or NiMH. Refer to the “+” and “-”

markings in the battery compartment to help properly install the

batteries. If the batteries are installed incorrectly it may damage the

electronics. Batteries should be replaced when the flash takes 15

seconds or longer to recycle.
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Check that the o-ring and sealing surfaces are clean, the o-ring is

lightly lubricated and in its original position. Replace the battery

door. Make sure it fits into the recess around the battery

compartment. Rotate the knob clockwise several times and firmly

hand-tighten to assure the proper o-ring seal; otherwise the battery

compartment may leak. Caution: Do Not use a tool when tightening.

It may damage the battery door.

Battery Door

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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.
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switch set to OFF. Always turn the flash

OFF when not in use for prolonged periods

or when changing batteries.
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Mode Switch set to AUTO. From the OFF

position rotate the Mode Switch clockwise

to access the AUTO exposure setting; the white indicator on the knob

aligns with AUTO. When taking pictures with the Mode Switch in the

Auto position, the Auto Sensor automatically controls the flash output

of the AF35 flash.

See Auto Exposure Selector Dial, pg. 6, for

setup and additional information when

using the AF35 in the AUTO mode.

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Switch in the manual exposure mode with

the AF35 turned to the F (full power)

position. Rotate the Mode Switch

clockwise to access the different power

settings. Each power setting clockwise

from F reduces the light output of the

AF35 in one-half f-stop increments. When

shooting in manual mode, it is suggested

that you start at F (full power). If the

subject in the photo is underexposed (dark) you must move closer to

Mode
Switch

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