Sekonic L-308 DC Service Manual

FLASHMATEOperating Manual

4. Basic Operation2) Interchangeably switch between EV modeand Shutter Speed Priority mode by pressingthe Mode button e while holding down theISO b

4. Basic Operation3. When set for incident lightIncident light measuring is the measurementmethod that employs either the Lumisphere orLumidisc func

4. Basic Operation4. When set for reflected lightPoint the lens of the exposure meter toward thepart of the subject to be measured from thecamera posi

5. Measurement1. Measuring Ambient LightIn this measurement mode, we have the choiceof shutter priority mode and EV mode. Press theMode button e to

5. Measurement✩ When the display range is exceeded, and E.o appears, press the Up button yto change the shutter speed to the high-speed side and thu

5. Measurement2) Press measuring button r to make ameasurement. Release the measuring button tocomplete the measurement. The measured value(EV value

5. Measurement1-3 Cinematography1) Press Mode button e to selectShutter Speed Priority mode.2) Press the Up button y or Downbutton u to select the c

5. Measurement2. Measuring Flash LightThis measuring method comprises the cord and cordless flash modes. Measurethe flash light to display shutter s

5. MeasurementNOTE: ● There is a danger of electric shock if the meter is handled withwet hands, during rain, in areas splashed by water or wherethe

5. Measurement✩ When the display range is exceeded (E.u), press the Down button u tochange the shutter speed to the low-speed side, or raise the qua

SAFETY PRECAUTIONSThis manual uses the following safety labels for WARNING and CAUTIONthat you must follow.Indicates hazards or unsafe practices tha

5. Measurement4) If the 90 second period is exceeded and theblinking mark stops, press the Measuringbutton again to return to ready to measure.5) Wh

6. Advanced Functions1. Measuring Light ContrastThis method is used to check studio lighting or lighting unevenness.1) Mount the Lumidisc accessory

6. Advanced Functions2. How to use an incident illuminance (LUX or FC) meter1) Mount the Lumidisc accessory (see page 8).2) Set EV mode and ISO 100.

3. Custom setting functionTo match your camera, you can set the setting valueand display value to full, 1/2 or 1/3 stop.1) To enter custom setting mod

7. Accessories● Synchro cord (Sold Separately)This is a five-meter long cord withthree plugs. An exposure meter, acamera, and a flash can all beconn

8. Technical DataType • Digital exposure meter for ambient and flash lightLight receiving method • Incident light and reflected lightLight receiving

NOTE: ● To avoid damage to meter, never drop or subject it to shock.● Avoid storping meter in places with high temperature and/orhumidity.● Be careful

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Table of ContentsSafety PrecautionsTable of Contents1. Parts Designation ...12.

1. Parts DesignationStrapPower Button(ON/OFF Switch)Lumisphere Lumisphere Mode ButtonMeasuring ButtonLiquid Crystal Display (LCD)Up ButtonDown Butto

2. Explanation of the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)*For explanation purposes, the display illustrated here shows icons andreadouts simultaneously. Ac

3. Before UsingWARNING1. Attach the strap1) Attach the Strap !5 by passing the small endloop through the strap eyelet !2 and passing theother end of

3. Before Using3. Checking battery capacityWhen the Power button q is ON, the battery power indicator on the LCD t isdisplayed.(Displayed) Battery

3. Before Using5. Auto Power OFF function1) To conserve battery power, the meter will turn OFF about four minutes afterlast use.2) Whether the Auto

4. Basic Operation1. Incident or reflected light measuring1) To set for either incident or reflected light operation, slide the Lumisphere wmounting