AOI Q1i Strobe Power Set

Also this UCS-Q1i  strobe modell is kept easy to use with two push buttons and one dial switch. One button for on-off / modelling light and one test button. The dial switch is to choose the mode: RC , i-M or Manual.

Keeping the strobe to only manual function means that when used with an automatic compact camera, it is easy to obtain the desired the brightness. Just adjust the brightness of the strobe to match the exposure of the camera. The strobe has a very useable beam angle of 85 degrees with the diffuser on.

With the i function you can use with selected Olympus & SONY cameras in selected underwater housings the TTL function.  The i-M mode is for macro photography. You also have to use this mode while using a snoot.

The left button activates the continuous light function, which has 3 power setting. The different power settings can be obtained by cycling through the button. The highest setting is at 700 lumens which is bright enough for macro shots or even as an underwater torchlight. The continuous light also works as a focus light, allowing for quicker focusing and determining the desired strobe position. The buttons and knobs are clearly labelled – making it easy to control, even with gloves on.

The battery compartment is secured with a screw-on cap that is sealed with two o-rings to prevent accidental flooding. Should the battery compartment flood, it does not affect the electronic compartment as the two are kept separate. The strobe is powered by two 18650 lithium batteries, which offers a up to 1500 flashes on a single charge and provides consistent power delivery, even at low levels. The strobe is equipped with  stand-by (after 15 minutes) and auto power-off (after 2 hours) features to conserve power and increase the lifespan of the strobe. 

Specifications AOI Q1i:

• Main Body Material: Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber
• Depth Rating: 60 Meters / 200 Ft.
• Guide Number: 22
• Color Temperature: 5600K ( 5000K with diffuser)
• Beam Angle: Horizontal- 85°, Vertical- 85° (with Diffuser)
• Flash recharge time: 0.85 Second (Full Power)
• Number of flashes: 1500 Full Flashes with 3100mAh Li-Ion Batteries x2

Led light:

• Maximum Output: 700 Lumens
• Color Temperature: 5600K
• Beam Angle: 45°
• Burn Time: 130 Minutes (Max. Brightness with 3100mAh Li-Ion Batteries x2)
• Power source: 18650 Li-Ion Rechargeable Batterie x2
• Dimensions: 125mm (L) X77mm (W) X131mm (H)

Weight;

• Underwater : Approx. 90g (with batteries)
• On Land : Approx. 550g (with batteries)

Included with this strobe set;

Tray with arm and clamps, batteries, charger diffuser, spare o-rings, o-ring remover, silicon grease, battery storage case, control knob extension