Oceanic flash - 2000 series User manual

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                      Section I





INTRODUCTION:




  The 2000 Series Strobes
were developed specifically
for  the  underwater
photographer by the leader
in the field, Oceanic. Utiliz-
itrg components specially
designed for underwater
work, Oceanic has built
these strobes to be the
finest submersible units in
-the world!  These strobes have been thoroughly checked for all aspects of
operation at the factory. All units are tested in a water environ-
ment to the depth of 350-ft. to insure their water-tight integrity.
  Upon receipt of your new strobe, check for any possible freight
damage. If, in testing your new unit, any damage is apparent,
return it as soon as possible to your dealer or directly to Oceanic.
  The 2001, 2002 and 2003 strobes are factory sealed to eliminate
the flooding inherent to many underwater strobes.
BREAKING OF THIS SEAL VOIDS ANY PREVIOUSLY
STATED WARRANTY.

Section II

GENERAL INFORMATION:
  Oceanic strobe units are designed for rugged use in a marine en-
vironment, but should be given the care of a delicate instrument.
All units should be factory serviced once a year for a nominal fee.
This will insure lasting service. IF THE CHARGER CAP IS
FORGOTTEN OR AN O.RI

IffiEADY-LIGHT VIEW WINDOW USING A SMALL
PAIR OF PLIERS. THE WATER CAN DRAIN OUT
THROUGH THIS PORT. IF IT IS SALT WATER, THE UNIT
SHOULD BE RINSED WITH FRESH WATER, THEN
DRAINED AND FILLED WITH ALCOHOL. SCREW THE
VIEW WINDOW INTO PLACE, AND IMMEDIATELY SHIP
TO OCEANIC FOR SERVICING. FOLLOW THIS PRO-
CEDURE TO MINIMIZE ANY POSSIBLE REPAIR
CHARGES.
GUIDE NUMBERS:
  Guide numbers are a measurement of light output used to
calculate f/stop settings. To calculate an exposure knowing the
guide number (GN) and the prescribed distance (D): Divide the
distance into the guide number to arrive at the proper aperture
setting" GN :  f/stop     D-
  The underwater guide numbers are computed with a filter (or
bugger) factor of 3.5. This is an average of tropical waters (visibili-
ty up to 150') and waters of 10 to 30 foot visibility. THIS FAC-
TOR MAY VARY DUE TO YOUR PARTICULAR WATER
CONDITIONS.
   If your film choice is not the same as the examples on our ex-
posure guide, a new guide number can be calculated in the follow-
ing manner:                                                                 Digitally signed by mike butkus
                                                                        DN: cn=mike butkus,
                                                                           o=orphancameras, ou=29,                 mike butkus email=mike@butkus.org, c=US
                                                                                    Date: 2019.10.16 17:06:46 -04'00'

        new film speed
           ffi          X Kodachrome 25 GN : new GN
            film speed

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                    Section                               III
OS-2OOO SPECIFICATIONS
Length: 43/a"
Diameterz !Ya"
Weight in Air with Battery: 25 oz.
Weight in Water with Arm: neutral
Housing: Cycolac
Dome Port: Lexan
Circuitry Components: Oceanic design
Power: 2 Alkaline C-cells
Number of Flashes: 300-400
Color Temp: U/W balanced
Recycle Time: 6 seconds
Depth Rating: 300 ft.
Beam Angle: 65 "
Output WASA-64 film: Topside - GN 56
           u/w - GN 16
Color: Oceanic Blue
Connectors: Nikonos II, Nikonos III, EO and Slave Models
  The OS-2000 is a single-power strobe which operates on (2) C-cell
alkaline batteries, providing 300-400 flashes depending upon the
condition of the batteries.
SURFACE GUIDE NUMBERS
                    GN 56     ASA 160. GN 85
UNDERWATER GUIDE NUMBERS
                               ASA 160. GN 24
 The following charts are suggested f/stop settings for the
Oceanic 2000 Strobe. They are only a guide to start you on your
way to many exciting photographs. We suggest that ASA 25 film
be used for your close-up photography only.
        ASA 64               ASA 160
                                                            f.lL6-22             1' -  f/l1-16                        1' -            2' -                          f.lg                                        z', -  f/l1-16            3'     f.15.6                    3'-  f/g            -            4' -                          f.l4                                        4', -  f/5.6-g            5' -  f/3.5                           5' -          6',- fl2.9                          6'      f.l4f.15.6                                           -            7' -        .  g'-ilzf.12.2                    g'-7' -  f/3.5f/3            g'    f/1.9                 g'- f.n.g            -                                                                       f.12.2          10' -  f/1.6                       10' -

OPERATION
  Your OS-2000 unit uses (2) C-cell batteries (alkaline required to
operate to full specification). To install the batteries, follow this
procedure:

1. Unscrew the knurled chrome knob at the rear of the unit. This
    allows separation of the rear battery compartment, and the
    front module which contains the electronics. The two halves
   are connected by a PC Cord. BE_ VEFJ CAREFUL NOT TO
  PULL THE UNITS APART BEYOND THE LENGTH OF
   the PC Cord in the back half. Please notice that the unit is seal-
   ed by a main body o-ring which must be kept clean of all
   foreign particles. The rear knob has an o-ring on the under
    side, and the shaft has an o-ring seal in the rear section. The
   shaft is retained by a cir-clip. The shaft o-ring is a secondary
    seal.

   After separating the two halves, take your new C-cell alkaline
   batteries (not supplied), and install. Please observe polarity
   markings on the battery holders. THE POLARITY DIREC-
  TIONS MUST BE FOLLOWED OR THE UNIT WILL NOT
  OPERATE, AND COULD POSSIBLY BE DAMAGED. Plug
                                                            t the cord is
  down between the two battery holders when putting the two
   halves together. The proper alignment of the front and back
   halves is when the mounting pad is in alignment with the on-
   off switch. Give the o-ring a final check, and put the two halves
   together. Screw the holding bolt into the front half. Tighten
  down snug. Only light pressure is necessary on the main body
   o-ring for proper sealing. Never use any tools on the rear knob.
  THIS WILL VOID ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES.
   After the two halves are together, turn the unit on. It may
   take up to 10-15 seconds initially for the ready light to go on
   the first time.


DO NOT DO THE FOLLOWING:

1. UNSCREW THE ELECTRONIC PLATE; AS THE
  CAPACITORS STORE HIGH VOLTAGE ELECTRICITY.

2. UNSCREW OR TIGHTEN THE BULKHEADwww.butkus.usCONNEC.
   TOR FOR THE CORD; AS THIS CAN DAMAGE THE
   THREADS IN THE CYCOLAC HOUSING.
 3. REMOVE THE FRONT DOME.
 ANY OF THE ABOVE WIL
THE UNIT!!!

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OS-2001 and OS-2003 INTRODUCTION
  The 20OL and 2003 strobes are designed to till the needs of the
profession_al and novice alike. These units recharge in only four (4)
hours, and will p-rovide over 400 flashes on a single chaige (2008
on low power). The new Oceanic electronics make ttre 2001 series
strobes the most dependable underwater strobes made. The opa-
que dome s_oftens the light without losing intensity. This new
      provides a soft even light to allow professional studio type{opqlighting.
OS-2001 & OS-2003 SPECIFICATIONS
Color: Blue with black front ring
Diameter: 5" on the ring, 4Y2" on the body
Weight in air: 5 pounds
                                          oz.Weight in water: Fresh water -  s/r                                       Yz oz.                      Salt water -

OPERATION
  For use of your Oceanic 2002 Strobe in the automatic mode, the
 following procedure should be followed:
 1. The 2002 Strobe auto-eye has three settings. Each has an
    f/stop value for the particular film you plan to use.   cl"osE-up pHoTocRApHy (EXTENSION TUBES, ETC.)
  SHOULD BE DONE ON THE MANUAL MODE. ASA 25
   FILM FOR CLOSE.UPS ONLY.
  ASA 64 : CLEAR f/3.5     ASA 160 : f/5.6
        WHITE f.t5.6                       f/8
        YELLOW f/11                   flL6
2. It is suggested for best results that the 200 z be used in con-
    junction with an accurate light meter.
3. Photographing with the 2002 during daylight hours allows use
    for flash fills or sole source lighting. The following is a step by
   step procedure for automatic exposure photography undei-
    water.

   A. with an accurate light meter, take a meter reading of your
      proposed subject.
   B. The auto-eye must be set on an f/stop equal to or greater
       than the f/stop setting on the meter (shutter speed must be
       1/60 of a second).
    c. The f/stop on your camera lens must be set on the same
       f/stop as the value on the auto-eye.
   D. With these settings virtually all distances will be properly
       exposed.

EXAMPLE (ASA 64 FrLM)
l.  Light meter reading 1/60 at f.l4
2. Set auto-eye on white (or f/5.6)
3. Set camera on f/5.6
4. Focus and photograph
SOLE SOURCE
A. To reduce the amount of ambient light, increase the aperture
    setting on the auto-eye to the next stop (from clear to white or
   white to yellow). Also increase the f/slop on the camera. (In-
   crease in aperture is by number f/8 to f/11, not by size of aper-
    ture.)

B. One must remember that increasing the aperturewww.butkus.usreduces the
   range in terms of distance. The effective range at f./ll is three
    feet. While the effective range at f.15.6 is five feet.
C. Using the 2002 at night you should follow the outline below:
   1. Distances up to three feet, use the yellow setting on the
       auto-eye and f/l1 on the camera.
   2. Beyond three feet, use the white setting on the auto-eye
      and f/5.6 on the camera.
(ALL EXAMPLES AND PROCEDURES OUTLINED ARE
FOR ASA 64 FrLM)
REMEMBER: YOUR OCEANIC 2OO2 CAN ALSO BE USED
ON AUTOMATIC FOR BACK AND SIDE LIGHTING SITUA.
TIONS WITH VERY EFFECTIVE RESULTS.
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                   Section VI


OPERATION OF STROBES:
  The Oceanic strobes are shipped in a semi-discharged state and
possibly have not been fired for some time. Please follow these
steps prior to in-water use:
CHARGING:

 1. Remove the black delrin knob on the top of the unit, which is
    o-ring sealed. This gains access to the charger jack.
 2.  Plug the charger in a 110-volt outlet, andplugthe mating con-
    nector into the strobe jack. EE SURE THE SWITCH IS IN-
  THE OFF POSITION!!!
3.                                   will bring the batteries up to at least
    50Vo of charge.
4.  Prior to replacing the cap, check the o-ring. The o-ring should
   be checked each and every time it is removed for any foreign
    particles and lubricated with a very small amount of silicone
   grease (not spray).
   When replacing the cap, set it squarely in the threaded hole to
    properly align the threads and screw in slowly. It is possible to
    cross threads if this is not done properly and carefully. Screw
   down until snug and you feel compression to the o-ring. Do not
    over-tighten or use any tool to tighten the cap.

FORMING THE CAPACITOR:
1. Like all electronic flash units, the Oceanic strobes have an
    energy storage capacitor that stores the electrical energJr re-
    quired by the flash tube. When your flash is new, or has not
   been used for 30 days or more, it is normal for the capacitor to
    lose some of its ability to store electrical enerry, or deform. A
    deformed capacitor causes longer recycle time for the first few
    flashes, and less flashes per battery charge. The capacitor is
    reformed after about an hour of charging. Flashing the unit a
    few times will accelerate forming the capacitor. Wait about 30
    seconds between flashes. These simple steps will insure your
  . exposure guide on the first picture of a new'roll of film if the
    strobe has not been fired for some time.
2. To fire the unit with a Nikonos connector, place the connector
    in the Nikonos camera and fire the camera shutter release.
3. To fire the unit with an EO cord, just jump the two contacts
    with an insulated piece of wire or with the blade of a knife or
    screwdriver.
STROBE TO CAMERA CONNECTIONS:
 1.  Prior to plugging in your EO connector,  it should be greased
   with Oceanic Silicone Grease. (AVOID USE OF SILICONE
   SPRAY.)
2. The Nikonos connector o-ring should be checked for any
    foreign particles and lubricated with Oceanic Silicone Grease.

                  Section VII

MAINTENANCE
  The Oceanic 2000 Series Strobes are, because of the factory seal-
ing, almost maintenance free. Follow these instructions and you
will experience trouble-free functioning of your strobe.
  After each use wash the unit thoroughly in clean fresh water. If
your strobe has a Nikonos connector, wash it while it is attached
to the camera. Allow the strobe to drain from its front ring by
standing it on its front for a time.
  Store in a cool, dry area. If the strobe is to be stored for a length
of time, completely charge it, be sure it is dry, and store it with the
charge cap screwed down only lightly.

www.butkus.us         O-rings, cords, and connectors should be lubricated regularly
      with a thin coat of high vacuum silicone grease. Avoid using
       silicone spray.
      The outer housing appearance can be enhanced with an occa-
       sional light application of furniture polish.
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                     Section                          VIII

    HINTS AND SUGGESTIONS

         1.  The major cause of improperly exposed photos is due to poin-
          ting the strobe in the wrong direction.
         2. A rinse of 1 part white vinegar and 4 parts water will readily
          dissolve salt deposits on equipment.
         3.  Frequently clean male and female EO connectors with a little
         stronger solution of the same combination. After this cleaning,
          lightly coat with high vacuum silicone grease.
         4.  Strobe misfiring can generally be traced to shorts in P.C. wir-
         ing or Nikonos connectors.
         5.  Filrn is the least expensive route to good photos, bracket all
         shots. (Shoot one f/stop on either side of your chosen
          exposure.)
         Familiarize yourself with all equipment under controlled cir-
         cumstances, as in a swimming pool.
         7.  Beginning photographers will be more successful with ex-
         posures if they initially concentrate on close-up shots.
         8.  Always test strobe and strobe connections before loading the
          film in the camera.
     9. Articulating arms, like the Ball Joint Arm, allow special
          lighting as if the strobe was being handheld.

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N IKONOS ADAPTER  I NSTRUCTIONS &
MAINTENANCE
1. Be sure proper alignment is made pr:ior
   to fastening "Lock Nut".
2. Insert male body with care.
3. Never turn female fitting (rubber) or
  apply stress while connecting adapter
   to camera.
4. Use caution when turning plug screw to
   prevent cross threading.
5. Do not drop anything on threaded area.
6. Apply silicone grease to female fitting
   (rubber) before every use.
CAUTION
1. Keep connector clean and lubricated.
2. O-Ring must be free from particals.
3. Keep threads (plug screw) free from
   particals.
4. Remove and clean after every use (do
  not moisten contacts).
5. Never use abrasives, such as tooth-
   paste, on rubber fittings.