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Sealife Sea Dragon flash - User Manual

Sealife Sea Dragon flash
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Summary

Safety Warnings

Check What You Got

Product View with Call-outs

Preparing Your Flash

Installing Batteries

Instructions for installing batteries into the Sea Dragon flash unit.

Attach Camera to Tray

Steps to attach a camera or housing to the flash tray.

Connect Flash Link Cable to Flash

Guide on how to connect the Flash Link optical cable to the external flash head.

Connect Flash Link Cable to SeaLife Cameras

Instructions for connecting the optical cable to SeaLife camera adapters.

Connect Flash Link Cable to Non-SeaLife Cameras

Steps for attaching the optical cable to non-SeaLife camera housings.

Connect Flash Link Cable to Non-SeaLife Cameras (cont.)

Further steps for connecting the optical cable to non-SeaLife camera housings.

Secure Flash Link Cable to Grip

How to fasten the Flash Link optical cable along the inside of the grip.

Preparing Your Camera

Set SeaLife Camera Mode

Instructions for setting SeaLife digital cameras to External Flash mode.

Configure Non-SeaLife Cameras

Settings for non-SeaLife cameras, including ISO, White Balance, and flash.

Synchronize Flash to Non-SeaLife Cameras

Steps to synchronize the Sea Dragon flash to non-SeaLife camera brands.

Test the Camera and Flash

Adjusting Your Camera Exposure and Flash Brightness

Camera Adjustments: Scene Modes

Guidance on selecting scene modes for SeaLife and non-SeaLife cameras.

Camera Adjustments: ISO Setting

Explanation of ISO settings and their impact on image quality.

Camera Adjustments: EV Compensation

How to use EV compensation for exposure adjustment in underwater photos.

Camera Adjustments: White Balance

Setting white balance for optimal color in underwater photography.

Camera Flash Settings

Configuring camera flash settings for external flash use.

Manual Exposure Controls

Overview of manual aperture and shutter speed controls for advanced users.

External Flash Adjustments

Flash Brightness Control

Manually and automatically adjusting the external flash brightness.

Adjusting the Auto Bright Setting

How to calibrate the auto brightness feature of the flash.

Aiming the External Flash

Properly directing the flash head towards the subject for optimal lighting.

About the Flash Diffuser

Purpose of the diffuser and when to remove it for different shooting distances.

Maintaining a Waterproof Seal

Care and Maintenance

Replacing the O-rings

Expanding Your Flex-Connect Lighting System

Flex-Connect Configurations

Overview of popular Flex-Connect system configurations like Pro Set, Pro Duo, Maxx Duo.

Flex-Connect Components

Details on Flex Arm and Grip components for expanding the lighting system.

Flex-Connect Mounting Trays

Description of Dual Tray, Micro Tray, and Single Tray options.

Flex-Connect Cold Shoe

Using the Cold Shoe accessory for mounting lights or flashes.

Great Pictures Made Easy

Crystal Clear Water for Photos

Importance of clear water and reducing backscatter for underwater photos.

Limit Shooting Distance

Recommendations for optimal shooting distances underwater.

Control Buoyancy and Position

Tips on controlling buoyancy and positioning for steady shots.

Practice and Experiment with Controls

Encouragement to practice and learn from mistakes with camera and flash.

Learn to Compose Good Pictures

Basic tips for composing underwater shots, including shooting angle.

Frame the Subject and Rule of Thirds

Guidance on framing subjects and using the rule of thirds for composition.

Observe Dive Safety Rules

Reminder to prioritize dive safety over photography.

Troubleshooting Guide

Flash Does Not Fire (Test Button)

Troubleshooting steps when the flash doesn't fire using the test button.

Flash Fires (Test) but Not (Camera Trigger)

Steps to resolve issues where the flash fires manually but not with the camera.

Flash Fires Sometimes, Not All Time

Diagnosing intermittent flash firing issues, checking cable and settings.

Long Flash Recycle Time

Addressing issues with slow flash recycle times, checking batteries and diffuser.

Dark Areas in Pictures

Troubleshooting dark areas in photos, checking aim, distance, and brightness.

Updated Troubleshooting Information

Where to find the latest troubleshooting information on the SeaLife website.

Specifications

Parts and Service

Sealife Sea Dragon flash Specifications

General IconGeneral
Color Temperature5700K
Depth Rating60m (200ft)
Guide Number20
Power Source4x AA batteries
Beam Angle/Coverage80° horizontal x 60° vertical
Number of Flashes150 flashes per set of batteries
CompatibilityUniversal
Power LevelsFull, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/16