Ikelite Manual Fiber Optic Transmitter (Gen 2) for DL and DLM Underwater Housings
The Ikelite Manual Fiber Optic Transmitter (Gen 2) is designed to enhance the functionality of underwater housings, allowing photographers to trigger compatible fiber optic strobes with ease. This compact and independently sealed device replaces the traditional flash bulkhead, providing a more streamlined setup for underwater shooting.
Key Features
- Compact Design: The transmitter is lightweight and easy to integrate into your existing setup, making it ideal for divers who prioritize mobility.
- High Frame Rate Support: High frame rate burst shooting is supported when used with an Ikelite DS160, DS161, DS162, DS230 or DS232 Strobe and High Sensitivity Optical Converter.
- Power-Saving Mode: The built-in power-saving feature prolongs battery life, allowing for extended diving sessions without worrying about running out of power.
- Precision Control: With manual control, you’re not at the mercy of your camera’s automatic settings. You decide when the strobes fire, giving you the flexibility to experiment with lighting.
- Compatibility: Designed specifically for DL and DLM housings, this transmitter integrates seamlessly with your existing setup.
- Durability: Built to withstand the harsh conditions of underwater environments, it’s a reliable piece of gear you can count on.
- Ease of Use: Despite its advanced capabilities, the transmitter is surprisingly user-friendly. Even if you’re new to underwater photography, you’ll find it intuitive to use.<
Compatibility
The Ikelite Manual Fiber Optic Transmitter is compatible with a range of Ikelite housings and strobes, making it a versatile addition to any underwater photographer's toolkit. It works seamlessly with various models, including the Ikelite DS160, DS161, DS162, DS230, and DS232 strobes.
The Ikelite manual fiber optic transmitter is a small, independently sealed device may be used to replace your Ikelite flash bulkhead and provide dependable fiber optic triggering for compatible fiber optic underwater strobes. When utilized with an Ikelite strobes (DS160ii, DS161, or DS230) and High Sensitivity Optical Converter, high frame rate burst shooting is supported on an Ikelite underwater housing.
Two CR2032 lithium single-use or rechargeable batteries (not supplied) power the transmitter. A built-in power saving mode on the transmitter increases battery life, so you can expect about a week's diving from a single battery. It is always advisable to travel with extra batteries.
Housing Compatability
- All Ikelite 200DL Underwater Housings
- All Ikelite 50DL Underwater Housings
- Ikelite 200DLM Underwater Housings with an electrical bulkhead or 1/2-20 threaded accessory port
- Not designed for use with other manufacturers' housings
Strobe Compatability
- Ikelite DS-series strobes combined with Optical Converter
- INON S-2000, D-2000, Z-240, Z-330
- SEA&SEA YS-01, YS-D2, YS-D3, YS-D3 II
- Symbiosis SS-2
- Retra Underwater Flash
* Consistent result were not obtained with the Kraken KR-SO2 strobe.
Hotshoe Compatibility
This product is compatible with the manual hot shoes included with the purchase of any 200DL or 50DL underwater housings.
- C1 Manual Hotshoe for Canon, Sony, Olympus, & Panasonic Cameras
- N2 Manual Hotshoe (Right) for Nikon Cameras
- N3 Manual Hotshoe (Left) for Nikon Cameras
Related Underwater Gear Categories:
- Manual Fiber Optic Transmitter
- Battery holder
- Batteries excluded - requires 2 x CR2032 batteries
