There are many options on how to trigger your Ikelite DS strobes by electrical sync cord, fiber optic cord, or slave. This quick reference guide helps you navigate the choices to find the right converter for your system.
As camera technology improves, manufacturers modify their flash protocol. For the most accurate exposure and timing it's important that the converter is fine tuned to the camera model you're shooting. Strobes with flash protocols built in typically rely on more generic flash protocols tend to be less accurate and less reliable.
| Product Name | # | Type of Connection | Exposure | When to Use |
| Fiber Optic Converter for DS Strobes (3rd Gen) | 4401.3 | Fiber Optic | Manual |
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| Optical Slave Converter | 4403 | Fiber Optic or Slave | Manual |
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| High Sensitivity Optical Slave Converter | 4405 | Fiber Optic or Slave | Manual |
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RC1 TTL Receiver |
4412 | Fiber Optic | TTL or Manual |
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| DL1 DS Link Nikon TTL Converter |
46054 46055 |
Sync Cord | TTL or Manual |
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| DL5 DS Link Canon TTL Converter |
46074 |
Sync Cord | TTL or Manual |
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| DL2 DS Link Sony TTL Converter |
46043 |
Sync Cord | TTL or Manual |
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| DL3 DS Link Panasonic TTL Converter |
46033 46034 |
Sync Cord | TTL or Manual |
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| DL4 DS Link Fujifilm TTL Converter |
46083 46084 |
Sync Cord | TTL or Manual |
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| DL5 DS Link Canon TTL Converter |
46074 |
Sync Cord | TTL or Manual |
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Additional Reading
Why You Need Strobes Underwater
Choosing Strobes for Ikelite TTL Systems
Choosing Strobes for a Compact Fiber Optic System
