The syncronization is set as follows:
| Time (ms) | Dot Color | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | red | X (electronic flash) |
| 5 | white | F (gas filled flash bulbs) |
| 20 | blue | M (wire-filled flash bulbs) |
| 23 | yellow | S (large slow flash bulbs) |
Shutter cocking and release are done with two separate levers. Focus viewing is accomplished with the press-style focus lever.
The rim is metal, and the front is black with white markings: two concentric rings, the ``ILEX'' company logo, and ``Ilex No 3 Synchro Shutter'' in a sans-serif art deco font.