Remora Flash
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1. Fantasea Line Table of Contents Le INICIO ia 3 2 INCUCAI e iba cicle iii dietas 3 3 Identification Of PICS sorento letrero tostado 4 4 Installing and Removing Batteriles oooocccnoccccconccinanaconanaconnnccnnnanonananono 5 5 Setting the Proper Pre Flash Program for Your Camera 6 6 Closing the Back Port of the Remora Flash essnee 8 7 Mounting the Remora Flash on a Flex or Ball amp Joint Arm 9 8 Taking Photographs with the Remora Flash oo cooonccoo 10 9 Using a Fiber Optic Cable with the Remora Flash optional 11 10 Using a Focus Light with the Remora Flash optional 13 11 Care amp TCS IN CS camcorders 14 12 Specifications 2 eee cece ccesseccsssecesssecesseecesssecesseecesseecesseecetseeeetseeeesaes 15 Lo SLC LUCTUS static 16 1 Introduction The Remora Flash has been especially designed for compact digital housings It is a slave flash which triggers in sync with the camera s internal flash and features 4 different pre flash settings to cover the needs of all compact digital cameras in the market The Remora Flash has a guide number of 20 and therefore compatible for both macro and wide angle shots The power output can be manually adjusted to provide the most accurate amount of light in all conditions and a short recycle time ensures quick responsiveness even when using the maximum power output The Remora Flash also2. 10 A Turn the Remora Flash on by setting the power switch to ON l Position the flash in a way that it is pointed at your subject Also make sure that nothing blocks the slave sensor at the bottom of the flash so it can synchronize with your camera s internal flash Set your camera built in flash to ON flash always Take a photograph by pushing the shutter release button of the camera The camera s built in flash fires and triggers the Remora Flash as well Adjust the output of the Remora Flash by turning the output control on the flash 10 100 to achieve the desired exposure in your photograph Please note that the output control also serves as the lid of the pressure release valve located underneath In case of battery leak and accumulating gases this control will be automatically pushed out for safety reasons and for releasing the pressure inside the flash However this knob should never be forcefully removed underwater as it will cause flooding and irreparable damage to the Flash Always shoot pictures with the Ready Light fully lit up H It is highly recommended to install the diffuser when Shooting wide angle or extreme macro images In wide angle photography the diffuser can be used in order to spread the light more evenly and in a way that it covers a greater angle In macro photography the diffuser can be used to absorb part of the light when the flash is too powerful even
3. ally result in underexposed images What are Pre Flashes Pre flashes are one or more flashes given out to assist in the focusing and exposure setting of the camera before the actual picture taking primary flash is fired It is important to set the Remora to the correct pre flash setting so it fires in sync with the primary flash of the camera The Remora Flash features 4 different pre flash settings O For cameras with no pre flash 1 For cameras with 1 pre flash and cameras with rapid fire pre flash 2 For cameras with 2 pre flashes 3 For cameras with 3 pre flashes 4 For cameras with 4 pre flashes In order to properly synchronize it with your camera you should first determine which pre flash program on the Remora Flash is the most suitable with your camera s internal flash A Place your digital camera in front of the Remora Flash within a distance of approximately 1 meter so they are facing each other B Set your camera built in flash to ON C Turn the Remora Flash on by setting the power switch to ON D Start with the pre flash set to 4 and take a picture If the strobe does not fire move the pre flash to the next setting downward and take another picture Repeat until the strobe fires and this will be the correct setting Do not set the pre flash to any lower value 373 4 Pre Flash Settings E Slide the pre flash setting knob to the proper position according to your testi
4. e with the Remora Flash to a depth greater than 55 meters 180 feet 12 Specifications Continuous Adjustable power output 10 100 4 designated pre flash settings Powerful 42 W second flash tube Guide Number 20 ISO 100 air Removable flash diffuser included Uses 4 x AA batteries alkaline or rechargeable Approx 240 flashes per set of batteries Quick recycle time Slave sensor Attachment for fiber optic cable Beam angle 60 degrees horizontal Color temperature 5400K Y S Mount for focus light Depth rated to 55m 180 feet Fiber optic cable and focus light are not included with the flash They can be ordered separately 15 13 Related Items The following items are useful when using the Remora Flash in order to take full advantage of its functions Fiber Optic Cable Kit 6315 Flex Arm 30 3040 Nano Focus Light 6022 LED 44 Light 6095 XL Stay Slot Tray 2030 o a IIA O For further information please contact us at www fantasea com contact or visit our website www fantasea com 16
5. features a built in Y S Mount for attaching a focus light on top of the flash sparing the need for an additional arm 2 Included in the Kit e Remora Flash e Removable Flash Diffuser e Diffuser String e Arm Screw e Silicone Grease e Spare O ring e Nano Fiber Optic Adaptor Kit e Instruction Manual e Warranty Please read this instruction manual carefully prior to using your underwater flash Only with a thorough understanding of this manual s content will you be able to use the flash correctly 3 Identification of Parts Y S Mount Power Switch Flash Back Port Diffuser See image below Removable Flash Slave Sensor gt __ Nano Fiber Optic Adaptor gt J Output Control gt Ready Light Pi Fig Pre flash rre Elaah Settings ii Battery Compartment 4 Installing and Removing Batteries A B Make sure that the power switch is set to the OFF 0 position Turn the back door of the flash counterclockwise until it can be removed C To open the battery compartment gently slide the knob on Battery Compartment the battery compartment door all the way to the left Once the knob is positioned to the left the battery compartment door can be removed Carefully pull it out using extra caution not to damage the flange on the left side of the battery compartment door Battery Compartment Door 373 Install 4 new or f
6. nd the Remora Flash slave sensor Insert it all the way to the end and do not use force once you encounter any resistance B Attach the fiber optic cable to the camera housing L The other end of the fiber optic cable attaches to the outside of the camera housing opposite the camera s internal flash by using both sides of the Velcro strip included in the kit The white plastic fitting normally comes with the Velcro tape attached and therefore you are only required to apply the other side of the Velcro strip on the housing to attach it If your housing features a built in flash diffuser the Velcro strip should be attached beneath it directly to the housing If possible place the Velcro strip between the built in flash diffuser and the housing If necessary remove the built in flash diffuser in order to place the Velcro strip in front of the camera internal flash Please note that it s mostly recommended to totally block out the internal flash of the camera when using the fiber optic cable and therefore removing the built in flash diffuser will have no affect on lighting II Itis preferable to totally block out the internal flash of the camera after attaching the camera side of the cable by putting black electrical tape over the fiber optic connector attached to the housing case This effectively achieves two things it diminishes the effects of backscatter as well as avoiding any Shadowing effect while using wide angle
7. ng results Please note that as long as you are using the Remora Flash with the same camera there is no need to perform this test again and the pre flash setting knob should be left in the same position F Turn off the Remora Flash by setting the power switch to OFF 0 6 Closing the Back Port of the Remora Flash A Prior to each closure of the back port cap the Gasket seal and O ring positioned on the cap should be visually inspected If there is any debris present including dirt sand dust hair grease or other matter they must be cleaned to insure a proper watertight seal Cleaning the Gasket seal or O ring is a simple matter of wiping it with a damp soft cloth to remove the foreign matter Be careful the cloth you use does not leave any of its own material behind as this can also affect the effectiveness of the seal Please note that while the O ring should be periodically lubricated the Gasket Seal is a face to face compression seal and is not subject to friction Therefore the Gasket seal should not be lubricated Lubricating it might interfere with the watertight seal of the flash It is recommended to apply a slight layer of silicone on the O ring only Please note that the amount of lubrication required on the O ring is only enough to allow it to slip into place without friction so it does not twist or become dislodged More grease is not better and could in some cases interfere with the wa
8. or macro accessory lenses III Once the fiber optic cable is installed you can test the synchronization by photographing the Remora Flash as described in step number 5 10 Using a Focus Light with the Remora Flash optional 13 The Remora Flash features a Y S Mount which enables mounting a focus light on top of the flash unit sparing the need for an additional arm and enabling the mounting of another flash unit on the second arm A focus light better enables the camera s auto focus especially in low light conditions and during night dives For the different Fantasea focus lights available please refer to our website www fantasea com To mount a focus light on top of the Remora Flash A Remove the screw from the Y S Connector at the bottom of the focus light by unscrewing it all the way out B Position the focus light over the Remora Flash so that the Y S Mount on top of the flash is aligned with the Y S Connector at the bottom of the focus light Install the screw all the way through the focus light and Remora Flash connectors Tighten it enough to keep the focus light in a fixed position During the dive tilt the focus light so that it is pointing at your subject 11 Care amp Maintenance 14 The Remora Flash requires only a minimum amount of care for reliable performance The following tips will enable you to get the best results A Submerge the strobe in fresh water for abo
9. reshly charged batteries according to the and marks Make sure that you are inserting the batteries in the correct direction Do not mix new and old or different types of batteries as this may lead to an over discharge of the weaker battery resulting in gassing or leaking of fluid from the battery Reinstall the battery compartment door Start by inserting the flange on the door to the left side of the battery compartment aligning the markings on the battery compartment door with those on the left side of the battery compartment and proceed by carefully pushing the door against the batteries Once the door is properly aligned gently slide the knob to the right side in order to secure the closure Make sure that once you stop applying pressure on the battery compartment door it remains closed F Turn the flash on by setting the power switch to the ON I position If batteries were installed properly the Ready Light should turn on after a few seconds G When the Ready Light is on the flash can be tested by turning the power switch to TEST Make sure to set the power switch to OFF O after the test Do not allow any drops of water to enter the battery compartment when installing or removing batteries 5 Setting the Proper Pre Flash Program for Your Camera Please note that watching the Remora Flash fire does not mean it triggers on the right timing If it is not synchronized with your camera this will usu
10. tertight seal of the flash D When replacing any of the seals place them back into the Same groove you have taken them out of Be sure they are completely positioned in the channel for a proper seal E Reinstall the back port cap by turning it clockwise until you encounter resistance and the arrow on the back door is aligned with the arrow on the flash see illustration Please do not continue screwing the back door further than this point as this will make it difficult to unscrew it after the dive Make sure that nothing is jamming the closing of the door and in any respect do not dive with the strobe if the back door is not closed properly F After closing the back port of the Remora Flash always test the flash in a shallow water pool prior to diving with it in order to verify that it is perfectly watertight sealed Make sure no bubbles are escaping from it and that no water is entering 7 Mounting the Remora Flash on a Flex or Ball amp Joint Arm A Remove the screw from the Y S Connector at the bottom of the Remora Flash by unscrewing it all the way out B Position the Remora Flash on top of the Flex or Ball amp Joint Arm Set so that the Y S Mount on top of the arm is aligned with the Y S Connector at the bottom of the flash Install the screw all the way through the Remora Flash and arm Tighten it enough to keep the Remora Flash in a fixed position 8 Taking Photographs with the Remora Flash
11. ut 20 minutes after every dive in order to dissolve the salt water crystals from around the controls and openings of the flash Manipulate each of the movable controls to assist the removal of salt particles from these tight areas Allow the flash to dry thoroughly before packing it away for the day or for the trip home You may use a soft towel or cloth to dry the flash Be sure there is no grease or other debris on the towel Visually check the condition of the O ring and Gasket seal before every dive If they are dirty clean them with fresh water and dry them with a soft cloth as described above If they are damaged in any way such as cut or perforated replace them immediately It is recommended to slightly lubricate the radial O ring periodically It s important to note that the amount of lubrication required on the O ring is only enough to allow it to slip into place without friction so it does not twist or become dislodged More grease is not better and could in some cases interfere with the watertight seal of the flash Do not use any lubrication on the Gasket seal Do not drop the flash on hard surfaces It is not a Shock absorber and could crack affecting its watertight integrity It could also cause damage to the electronic components inside When travelling remove batteries leave back door loose or unassembled and pack in protected fashion in a padded case or bag Never div
12. when set to the lowest output I When the Remora Flash is not in use it is best to turn it off in order to prevent exhaustion of the batteries 9 Using a Fiber Optic Cable with the Remora Flash optional Although the Remora Flash features a slave sensor and is capable of synchronizing with the camera s internal flash without using any cables in most diving conditions a fiber optic cable ensures the best synchronization between the camera internal flash and the Remora Flash at all angles and in various diving conditions especially in shallow clear water with bright ambient light The Remora Fiber Optic Cable Kit 6315 can be separately ordered For further information Please refer to the Fantasea website www fantasea com In order to use a fiber optic cable with the Remora Flash please follow the instructions below 11 12 A Attach the fiber optic cable to the Remora Flash I IT III Insert the exposed end of the fiber optic cable the end without the fitting into the small hole of the Nano Adaptor unit until the fiber optic cable reaches the end of the adaptor Using the tool that comes with the Nano Adaptor kit tighten the screw on the adaptor Tighten it enough to stabilize the fiber optic cable inside the adaptor but don t tighten it too strongly Tightening the screw too much might damage the fiber optic cable Carefully but firmly insert the black adaptor inside the fitting arou
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