AF/WB Mode
Drive Mode
Meter/Flash
Main Dial
Mode
Dial
Quick-Release
Strobe
Mount
Illuminator
Lid Snap
Ikelite SLR-DC Housing
i n s t r u c t i o n m a n u a l
AE/FL
Lock
#6871.20 for Canon EOS 20D
Zoom
Control
Port Lock
Gear Sleeve
Drive Gear
Lens
Release
Shutter
Release
Rubber
Handle
Port
Opening
Lid
Snap
Strobe
Mount
Aluminum Tray
FRONT VIEW
Viewfinder Por t
AE/FE Lock
Zoom
Quick
Release
Button
H
I
A
B
C
Shutter
Release
Congratulations on your purchase of an Ikelite Digital Camera
Housing. Ikelite has over 40 years of experience in the underwater
photographic and lighting market. Our products are designed and
built in the USA by Ikelite for both the professional and amateur
photographer.
Lens
Release
J
D
K
L
E
F
G
The clear housing permits instant visual inspection of the camera
and all sealing surfaces as well as complete monitoring of controls
and camera LCD screens.
Ikelite Digital Housings are slightly negative in salt water for
stability. This housing has been water pressure tested at the
factory. Housing is pressure tested to 200’ (60m).
External Strobe Connector
and Waterproof Cap
[G] On/Off
[H] Access
[I] AF Point
[J] Set
[A] Menu
[B] Info
[D] Direction
[E] Playback
[F] Erase
[K] Quick Control Dial
[L] eTTL Mode/Compensation
[C] Jump
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BACK VIEW
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Lid
Snap
Main Dial
Push Forward
Lock
1. Lid Snaps have a
.
To open, push Lid Snap Lock
forward and lift as shown.
Keep pressure on the Lid
Snap so it does not fly open
quickly.
Lid Snap Lock
AE/AF Lock
Back O’ring
Optional
Port
Gear
Sleeve
Lift
Shutter
Release
Some lid snaps have a lot of
spring tension once they go over center, have a firm grip on the
lid snap. Lid Snaps may be opened one at a time.
Camera
Tray
Port
O'ring
Zoom
CClamp
Springs
Camera
Mounting
Bolt
Lens Zoom Grip
SIDE VIEW
Rubber Strips
Groove
Springs
LLuubbrriiccaannttss
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.
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The two halves of the Zoom Clamp are held together by springs.
This allows the Zoom Clamp to be stretched to fit over the zoom
grip on different diameter lenses. The Zoom Clamp should fit
tight around the lenses zoom grip so that it does not slip when
using it to rotate the camera’s zoom ring. If the Clamp is loose,
adhere the thin black rubber strips to the inside of each half of
the Zoom Clamp as shown above. The Zoom Clamp has two
extended ears with grooves. These grooves accept the Ribs on
Gear Sleeve.
CAUTION
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ccaauussee tthhee ppllaassttiicc hhoouussiinngg ttoo ccrraacckk..
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UUssiinngg EExxtteerrnnaall SSttrroobbeess
This housing has Conversion Circuitry built into the camera
tray. When used with Ikelite DS Substrobes the Conversion
Circuitry provides real Canon eTTL flash exposure with over and
under-exposure compensation of two f-stops in half-stop
increments.
To prepare the port for installation, remove the port o’ring and
lightly lubricate it. The port seal is a side-to-side seal and
requires the o’ring to be lightly lubricated for easy installation.
Put a small amount of lubricant on your fingers and draw the
o’ring through your fingers to lightly lubricate it. Do not stretch
the o’ring. Check that the lip of the port where the o’ring fits
and the sealing surface on the housing are clean. Place the port,
with o’ring into the housing’s port opening. Press down on the
port firmly and evenly until you feel the port slide into place.
Continue to push down on the port and push each port lock
forward until it clicks into place. It may help to slightly rotate
the port as you push in on the port lock. When the port lock
clicks into place the Release Button will drop down against the
port lock.
The Consversion Circuitry also offers Manual exposure control
with 3 1/2 f-stops of under-exposure control in 1/2 stop
increments.
The Conversion Circuitry is powered by the Ikelite DS Substrobe
when connected to the housing with the #4103.51 single or
#4103.52 dual sync cord.
See page 12 for DS Substrobe compatibility with the Conversion
Circuitry.
Check around the perimeter of the port seal to see that the
o’ring is properly sealed and not extruded.
TToo RReemmoovvee PPoorrtt
NOTE:
To remove the port lift up on each Release Button and slide the
port lock away from the port.
If the camera is busy with a function such as displaying a
photograph on the LCD panel the Conversion Circuitry cannot
be accessed to make changes. Wait until the camera has
finished with any activity before making changes through the
Conversion Circuitry.
PPoorrtt SSeeaall IInnssiiddee VViieeww
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
If the port is installed before the
camera is inserted into the housing,
look on the inside of the housings at
the port seal. Check to see that the
o’ring is properly sealed as shown in
figure 1 and not extruded as shown in
figure 2.
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NNOOTTEE:: DDSS SSuubbssttrroobbee UUpp--ddaattee mmaayy bbee rreeqquuiirreedd..
DS50 Subbstrobes
• DS50 SubStrobes with a Serial Number below 63,850 can not be
updated to operate with the eTTL Conversion Circuitry.
• DS50 SubStrobes with a Serial Number between 63,850 and
69,999 operate with the eTTL Conversion Circuitry, but require
update to provide optimum performance.
• DS50 Substrobe with a Serial Number of 70,000 or higher or
with one of the two following labels in the battery compartment
provide optimum performance with the eTTL Conversion
Circuitry.
TTL
-2
•
-1
•
+1
-1
+2
MODE
•
• •
•
M
-3
-2
F
•
•
Red LEDs (Compensation)
Manual Mode
Yellow LED
Mode &
Compensation
Buttons
TTL Mode
UUssiinngg tthhee CCoonnvveerrssiioonn CCiirrccuuiittrryy (Set DS Substrboe to TTL mode)
DS125 Subbstrobes
• Mode annd Compeennsation BButtons
• DS125 Substrobes with a Serial Number below 2,500 must be
updated to operate correctly with the eTTL Conversion Circuitry.
• DS125 Substrobes with a Serial Number between 2,501 and
4,900 operate with the eTTL Conversion Circuitry but require
update to provide optimum performance.
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 then depressed until you see the desired Yellow
LED Mode illuminate.
• DS125 Substrobe with a Serial Number of 5,000 or higher or
with one of the two following labels in the battery compartment
provide optimum performance with the eTTL Conversion
Circuitry.
• 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.
For Suubstroobe Up--Date:
Contact Ikelite for information.
• Manuaal 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
ikelite
Substrobe
MOD-NC
(Set DS Substrboe to TTL mode)
with the heading M.
serial number
serial number
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SSttrroobbee AArrmmss
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.
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220000,, 440000)) wwiitthh tthhiiss HHoouussiinngg..
The Conversion Circuitry is automatically disabled when used
with a Non-DS Substrobe. These Substrobes can be used in their
manual mode utilizing any power settings provided on the
Substrobe.
The bottom of the rubber handles have a wing nut that accepts
the Ikelite Tray Mount. The Tray Mount comes with the Ikelite
SA-125 Arm system and the SA-100T Arm system.
UUssiinngg NNoonn IIkkeelliittee SSttrroobbeess wwiitthh tthhiiss HHoouussiinngg..
The Conversion Circuitry is automatically disabled when used
with a Non Ikelite Strobe. These strobes can be used in their
manual mode utilizing any power settings provided on the strobe.
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PPrree--DDiivvee YYoouurr SSyysstteemm
PPoorrtt IInnffoorrmmaattiioonn
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).
While we have included a list of our ports and a short list of Canon
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.
OOppttiioonnaall AAcccceessssoorriieess
Lead Weighht #099006.58
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 weight
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.
•Maximum lens diameter accommodated is
8.4cm (3.3")
Measure
•Maximum lens diameter when using
zoom or focus clamp 7.1cm (2.8")
CChhoooossiinngg aa PPoorrtt
DOME PORT
#5503 ........Wide angle 28mm to 17mm
or lens up to 7.6cm (3") in length
Ikelite Luube #001184.1
Port O’riing #0105
#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 10.1-12.7cm (4-5")
#5503.81....Nikkor 28-105mm lens only
#5503.85 ..Lens 12.7-15.2cm (5-6")
Housingg Back O’’ring #00132.59
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.
SSttoorriinngg tthhee HHoouussiinngg
When the housing is going to be stored for a prolonged period it
should be soaked in a mild soap solution, rinsed and dried
thoroughly. Remove the back and port from the housing.
Remove the back and port o’rings, lightly lubricate them and
place them in a plastic zip-lock bag. Place the plastic bag inside
the housing for storage. Operate the push buttons periodically.
Some zoom lenses may require the addition of a +diopter close-up lens.
(Available from camera store).
SUPERWIDE DOME PORT
Superwide lens 110° to 170°. Not compatible with the SLR-MD housing due
to vignetting.
#5503.15 ........Lens up to 6.3cm (2.5")
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LLeennss &&PPoorrttRReeccoommmmeennddaattiioonnss
PPoorrttss CCoonnttiinnuueedd
Canon Lennses.....................................................DDome..................FllatPort ....................FlatPorrtw/Focus
14mm EF 1:2.8 ..............................5503 (1)
FLAT PORT
15mm Fisheye ..............................5503.15
For standard, macro, and telephoto lenses.
20mm ............................................5503
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 1:1 macro lens, the lens may vignette when used at
infinity. If access to the lens' full range is desired, then select a
dome port instead.
24mm ............................................5503
28mm ............................................5503 ............5501
35mm ............................................5503 ............5501
50mm Macro 1:2.8........................5503.50........5505
100mm Macro ..............................NR................5505.5
100mm EF Macro 1:2.8................NR................5505.58(4)
100mm USM Macro 1:2.8............NR................5505.45 ............5508.45
16-35mm USM ..............................5503.55(2)
17-35 Ultrasonic ............................5503.50 (2)
17-40mm USM..............................5503.50(2)
18-55 EF-S......................................5503
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")
#5505.5 . . . Lens 11.4-14cm (4.5-5.5")
#5505.58 . . Lens 13-15.5cm (5.1-6.125")
*20-35mm ......................................5503.50
*20-35 Ultrasonic ..........................5503 (2)
*22-55 Ultrasonic ..........................5503.50(2)
*24-85mm......................................5503.50
*28-70mm......................................5503.85 (3)
*28-80mm ....................................5503.50
*28-80mm USM............................5503.50(2)
28-105mm EF USM II ..................5503.55(2)
*28-105mm USM ..........................5503.80(2)
*35-80mm......................................5503 ............5502
*35-135mm ....................................5503.80
Sigma AF ((Canon) ............................Dome .............Flat Port
*28-105mm f/2.8-4........................5503.80(2)
FLAT PORT WITH FOCUS
For long lenses whose focus collar extends beyond the housing
focus. Telephoto lenses longer than 135mm are not recommended.
#5506. . . Lens 8.9-11.4cm (3.5-4.5")
#5506.5 . Lens 11.4-14cm (4.5-5.5")
5507 . . . . Lens 14-16.5cm (5.5-6.5")
5508 . . . . Lens 16.5-19cm (6.5-7.5")
5508.05 . Nikor 105mm lens only
(*) Zoom lenses that do not focus to 12” require a +4 diopter close-up lens
be added to the lens when used underwater behind a dome port.
(1) Port shade may have to be removed to avoid vignetting.
(2) Lens requires special zoom clamps and focus sleeve #5509.28.
(3) Lens diameter does not allow zoom operation in the housing.
(4) Auto or Manual focus must be selected before closing the housing.
Requires special zoom clamp and focus sleeve #5509.28 for manual focus.
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MMaaiinntteennaannccee
CCoonnttrrooll MMaaiinntteennaannccee
The Ikelite Housing should be given the same care and attention as
your other photographic equipment. In addition to normal
maintenance we recommend that the housing be returned to
Ikelite periodically to be checked and pressure tested.
Ikelite controls are designed to provide years of reliable service
with minimal maintenance.
1. Push button controls require no maintenance other than rinsing
in fresh water after saltwater use. If a push button control
becomes difficult to push or if it sticks when depressed, soak the
housing in luke warm fresh water. After a few minutes operate
the push button. If this does not correct the problem, return the
housing to Ikelite for maintenance.
Do Not
1.
leave the camera and housing in direct sunlight for
prolonged periods. Heat may damage the camera.
2. Do Nott ship the camera in the housing.
2. Some of the controls have long shafts. These controls can be
3. Before using the housing, always check the tightness of the sseett
screw in each control knob.
lubricate shaft
Check each
controll gland penetrating the housing to make sure
housing
they are tight. There is a slight chance that either could vibrate
loose during travel.
4. Keep the back and port o’ring clean and lightly lubricated. To
lubricate remove the o’ring from the back. Put a small amount
of lkelite lubricant on your fingers. Draw the o’ring through
your fingers to apply a light coating of lubricant. Only apply
pull out to
expose shaft
enough lubricant to make the o’ring feel slick.
Do Not sstretch
pulled out, exposing the shaft (see drawing).
the o’rinng. This light coating of lubricant will help to keep the
o’ring from drying out and will help to show a dark sealing line
when the housing back is properly sealed.
To lubricate the control, gently pull on the knob until the
stainless steel shaft is exposed. Lightly lubricate the shaft, then
move the shaft in and out several times. This will lubricate the
x’ring in the Ikelite control gland. This should be done before
using the housing after a prolonged storage period, or once a
week when the housing is in use.
5. Keep the area where the o’ring fits and the sealing surface clean.
6. Rinse the housing exterior thoroughly in fresh water after each
salt water use. Depress push buttons several times during rinse.
Dry with a soft cloth. Dry port to eliminate water spotting.
After several uses in salt water soak the housing in a mild soap
solution, rinse and dry.
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3. Some of the controls have a short shaft and cannot be pulled
out exposing the shaft for lubrication. In the unlikely event one
of these controls sticks or becomes difficult to operate you can
remove the control from the housing and lubricate it, or return
the housing to Ikelite for maintenance. To remove the control,
loosen the set screw in the knob (allen wrench required);
remove the knob. If there is salt or dirt build-up on the exposed
control shaft, clean the shaft. Open the housing and gently slide
the control shaft out of the control gland. Clean and lightly
lubricate the shaft, including the end of the shaft. Slide the
shaft back into the control gland and gently slide it back and
forth a few times without fully removing the shaft from the
gland. Replace the knob, NOTE the flat area on the shaft, the
set screw in the knob should tighten down against the flat area
on the control so the knob does not turn on the shaft.
GGeenneerraall TTiippss
1. You should completely assemble and test your set-up in a
swimming pool before using it in openwater.
2. It is a good idea to start each photo dive with a fully charged
battery(s) in the camera and strobes.
3. As soon as you enter the water, take a moment and check the
housing to see that it is properly sealed.
4. Next, check to see if there are any bubbles on the face of the
port. If there are, take your finger and remove them. If there
are bubbles on the lens port they can produce soft focus spots
in your photographs.
5. Set Image Resolution to the Highest JPG format available or
RAW. Higher resolution setting are required for printing. High
resolution images can easily be reduced in size with software
and retain their original quality. A Low resolution image can be
enlarged with software but much of the quality will be lost.
housing
gland
control
shaft
6. Digital images are usually transferred to the computer where
their appearance can be fine tuned. Many of the image
manipulation programs make you think you can magically
correct any image taken and make a good picture. One thing to
be aware of is that if an image is overexposed that some of the
color information in the file is missing. If the color is missing
you cannot adjust it. If images are underexposed the color and
detail may be there, it is just dark, and you can adjust it to some
degree. So if you error in exposure it is better to have the image
slightly underexposed than overexposed.
Loosen set screw
(allen wrench required)
Flat
Tighten set screw down
against this area when
replacing the knob.
Lubricate end of shaft
before reinserting into
gland
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PPhhoottoo TTiippss
IIkkeelliittee LLiimmiitteedd WWaarrrraannttyy
1. The number one rule in underwater photography is eliminate as
much water between camera and subject as possible. Get as
close as you can to the subject, then use the zoom. If you are
using flash, subjects beyond 6 feet (1.8m)will not have much
color.
All Ikelite products are warranted against any manufacturing
defects for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase.
Defective products should be returned prepaid to Ikelite. Ikelite
will, at its discretion, repair or replace such products, and will
return to customer prepaid. All other claims, of any nature,
including but not limited to bulb failure are not covered. Except as
mentioned above, no other warranty expressed or implied, applies
to this Ikelite product.
2. Digital cameras have a slight lag time between when you press
the shutter release button and the camera actually takes the
picture. It only takes a slight amount of pressure to trip the
shutter, if the shutter doesn’t trip immediately don’t push down
harder on the shutter control as you may damage the camera.
Hold the camera steady a second or two after pressing the
shutter release button.
RReettuurrnniinngg PPrroodduuccttss ffoorr SSeerrvviiccee
Ikelite is most interested in preforming any service to assure that
all products perform as intended. For repair or service, return
the product to the address below with your name, address,
phone number and a brief description of the problem. Evidence
of purchase date must be provided to obtain warranty service.
3. Do not shoot down on subjects as they will quite often blend
into the background and be difficult to see in the photograph.
Shoot subjects straight on or shoot up at a slight angle using
the blue water as a contrasting background.
4. Underwater flash is used to restore the warmer colors filtered
out by the water as well as to illuminate the subject.
5. For balanced lighting meter the background and set the camera
aperture accordingly. Use TTL, adjust the strobe’s power
settings, or move the strobe closer or farther away to properly
expose the subject with the chosen camera aperture.
Ikelitte Underrwater SSystems
50 W 33rdd Street
Indiannapoliiss, IN 462208 USA
317-9223-4523
email: iikelitee@ikeliite.com
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