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1. 2 Turn the Jog wheel to set shutter speed When setting shutter speed first check the settings to confirm that they correspond to the settings available on the camera 3 Connect the Flash synchro cord to the meter s synchro terminal 8 4 Press the Measuring button to trigger a flash The measured f stop value at that time will be displayed Each time this is repeated the accumulated f stop value and the number of cumulative flashes is displayed Numibat et curutative tahes Measured f stop Percentage of flash in total exposure ja LA U U EA 16 223245 64 90 114 22 8456 ai 1st time 2nd time 3rd time Measured f stop value total exposure Set shutter speed 5 To clear the cumulative value hold down Mode set button and ISO2 button 6 or switch to another mode by turning the Jog wheel while pressing the mode set button 16 22 32 45 64 90 18 5 Measurement N CAUTION There is danger of electric shock if the meter is handled with wet hands during rain in areas splashed by water or where there is a lot of moisture Under such conditions it is recommended that you use the meter in the Cordless flash mode or wireless flash radio triggering mode and keep the Synchro terminal cap in place ENGLISH NOTE The flash unit may flash when you connect the synchro cord or operate the POWER switch When firing a flash to take measurements check the camera s synchronizing rang2. SEKONIC ISO1 ISO2 SEKONIC Ads 03 Calibration compensation may be desired to match specific requirements or calibration to other light meters 1 To enter the calibration setting of the meter it must first be turned off Press the power button on while holding down the ISO 1 and ISO 2 buttons simultaneously the screen will display CAL 0 0 for calibration 2 The calibration setting can be changed by rotating the Jog Wheel while pressing and holding down the ISO 1 and ISO 2 button simultaneously A range of 1 0 EV in 1 10 stop increments is possible for calibration The calibration setting is not displayed on the main screen once it is set NOTE to suit your needs Compensation effects every mode of the meter zero settings in Calibration compensation Make compensation after a sufficient number of test in actual photographic conditions If recalibration has been made for specific purpose do not forget to return to original In Exposure compensation the RA always appear on the LCD while the RA doesn t appear 6 Advanced Functions Flash analyzing measurement function When measuring flash light the shutter speed and F stop value value combining ambient light and flash light total amount of light are displayed in the liquid crystal display and the ambient light and flash light are each displayed as separate values together with the total amount of light on the analog s
3. Ambient light Flash Repeat Accuracy Calibration Constant Incident light metering Reflected light metering Display Range Film speed Shutter Speeds Ambient light Flash Aperture EV Analog display Aperture Shutter speed Incident light and reflected light Convertible to flat diffuser Lumisphere in down position light receiving angle 54 lumigrid 8 Technical Data Digital exposure meter for ambient and flash light ENGLISH 2 Silicon photo diodes incident and reflected Aperture priority metering Shutter priority metering EV metering With synchro cord cumulative non cumulative Without synchro cord cumulative non cumulative Measurement using the optional wireless flash radio triggering sys tem cumulative non cumulative Incident light EV 2 to EV 22 9 Reflected light EV 2 to EV 22 9 with 54 lumigrid Incident light f1 0 to f90 9 approx F124 Reflected light f1 0 to f90 9 approx F124 with 54 lumigrid 0 1 EV or less Lumisphere C 340 Flat diffuser C 250 K 12 5 ISO 3 to 8000 in 1 3 steps 30 minutes to 1 8000 seconds in 1 1 2 or 1 3 stop also 1 200 1 400 Cine speeds 2 3 4 6 8 12 16 18 24 25 30 32 36 40 48 50 60 64 72 96 120 128 150 200 240 256 300 360 frames per second at a 180 degree shutter angle 30 minutes to 1 1000 second in 1 1 2 or 1 3 stop also 1 75 1 80 1 90 1 100 1 200 1 40
4. Ca Displayed Battery power level is low Have a spare battery ready Blinking Replace battery immediately 7TINN Reference e We recommend you always have a spare battery on hand e If the liquid crystal display extinguishes immediately after the display appears when power is first applied that is an indication that the battery is dead Please promptly replace the battery A3 second pause between power on and off is recommended to avoid damage to the meter 4 3 Before Using Replacing battery during measurement or when using the memory function 1 Always turn the power OFF before replacing batteries If batteries are removed with the power ON measurements and settings in memory can no longer be recalled 2 If after replacing the battery or during measurements strange screens displays that have not been set appear in the LCD or nothing happens no matter what button is pushed remove the battery and wait at least ten seconds and then replace the battery This allows the software to automatically reset ENGLISH N WARNING Never place batteries in fire short disassemble or heat them The batteries might break down and cause an accident injurv or pollute the environment Auto Power Off function 1 To conserve battery power the meter will turn off about twenty minutes after last use 2 Whether the Auto Power Saving feature turns the power off or the Power button is pressed the settings and measu
5. Dip switch 2 with Radio transmitter module with Radio transmitter module Dip switch 2 Modes enclosed in dotted lines can only be selected when the respective DIP switch is in ON position see page 8 Modes enclosed in LI lines can only be selected when Optional Radio Transmitter Module is installed 4 Basic Operation 2 Serna DIP Switches Switches for setting modes that are used infrequently are housed in the Battery compartment of the meter Select the mode you want prior to beginning measurements The DIP switches can be set by sliding the DIP switch 18 for the mode you want to select in the ON position EV settings When DIP switch 1 is turned on EV exposure reading is possible ambient light Multi settings When DIP switch 2 is turned on multiple flash cumulative mode is possible Direct settings If DIP switch 3 is on it is possible to display the shutter speed and Aperture in the stop that are set by DIP switch 4 If turned off shutter speed is displayed in full stop and the Aperture is displayed in 1 10 stop Stop settings The combination of shutter speed and Aperture is displayed in 1 2 stop when DIP switch 4 is off and in 1 3 stop when it is on OFF 3STEP 1 2STEP ETO heey Ty i isifs entj PERTTELI T full stop T 1 2 stop T 1 3 stop F 1 10 stop F 1 2 stop F 1 3 stop 4 Basic Operation 3 When set for incident light 1 Incident light measurement
6. There is danger of electric shock if the meter is handled with wet hands during rain in areas splashed by water or where there is a lot of moisture if you use cord synchronized flash Under such conditions it is recommended that you use the meter in the cordless flash mode or wireless flash radio triggering mode and keep the Synchro terminal cap in place The electronic flash unit may fire when you connect the Synchro cord or operate the POWER Switch For flash units with extremely low electric trigger voltage the flash may not fire In this case make measurements in the cordless flash mode or wireless flash radio triggering mode Reference It is possible to switch between full 1 2 and 1 3 shutter speed stop by setting DIP switch 3 and 4 The shutter speed can be set from 30 minutes to 1 1000 of a second After 1 1000 sec the meter can be set at the following intermediate speeds 1 75 1 80 1 90 1 100 1 200 or 1 400 If the film speed is changed after the measurement is taken the new converted measured value f stop value will be displayed After measurement the F stop value corresponding to the shutter speed is displayed when the shutter speed is changed E u Exposure under or E o Exposure over appears when the combination of shutter speed and aperture are outside the display range Change the shutter speed with the Jog wheel and take measurements again If the E u or E o read
7. 62MHz CH17 32 434 22MHz Features and specifications are subject to change without notice 34 9 Safety Guide A WARNING e Please keep in a location where an infant cannot reach and accidentally get the ENGLISH strap wrapped around his neck There is danger of strangulation e Never place batteries in fire short disassemble or heat them The batteries might break down and cause injury or pollute the environment Z CAUTION Do not look directly at the sun through the viewfinder because of potential eye injury e If you are operating the exposure meter in areas under wet conditions or high humidity keep the sync post covered If you are using flash in these conditions Cordless Flash mode is recommended 35 10 Care and Maintainance 36 NOTE Although this meter has an All weather design for evervdav use JIS standard water resistance class 4 do not place it in water or use it underwater This will cause it to malfunction Splashed Do not wash with water a 22 To avoid damaging this meter never drop it or subject it to shock Avoid storing it in places with high temperatures or humiditv Avoid excessive temperature changes which could cause internal condensation resulting in malfunction Maintenance Notes If vour meter is splashed with water wipe immediatelv with a soft drv cloth Avoid applving excessive force on the rubbe
8. button 7 and store the measured value in memory 3 When the AVE A EV button is pressed an MEMORY average value for up to nine measurements will be CO displayed on the LCD The value in memory and the average values are displayed on the analog scale An A appears in LCD to indicate this is an average Averaged f stop Number of memorized value Averaging indicator 4 The average mode can be canceled by pressing the AVE A EV button c 1 10 l f stop Set shutter speed A lt eraged f stop Memorized f stop value 20 3 Brightness difference function This function is useful for evaluating studio lighting and checking the evenness of the lighting set up across the subject area Take a measured value at a certain point as a standard value The difference between the standard value and a new measured value is displayed as EV and the measurements on the analog scale 6 Advanced Functions ENGLISH Example of adjusting lights using brightness measurement with shutter speed priority mode of Inci dent light 1 Turn the Lumisphere retracting ring to lower it to the A mark position Turn any secondary light source off Point the Lumisphere 2 toward the main light source from the position of the subject and take a measurement Press the Memory button 7 and store the value in memory Press the AVE A EV butt
9. narrow areas used for photographing small subjects or copy work ENGLISH Synchro cord Sold separately e This is a five meter long cord with three plugs An exposure meter a camera and a flash can all be connected at the same time This is convenient when measurements are made because it is not necessary to plug and unplug the synchro cord Bp eg 18 Gray Card Sold separately 18 gray card with cover 110mm x 102mm 4 1 4 x 3 1 2 folds to 2 3 4 x 4 3 4 and fits in a shirt pocket It provides accurate exposures regardless of reflection ratio of the subject and surroundings 31 7 Accessories NP Finder Non parallax spot viewfinder attachment with ordinary waterproof structure Sold separately e There are three types of NP finders with angles of coverage of 1 5 and 10 Since the single lens reflex method is employed it is possible to measure as aimed without parallax Wireless flash radio triggering system Sold separately e Combining radio transmitter module RT 32 with radio receiver RR 32 or RR 4 enables measurements by triggering the flash from the exposure meter Radio transmitter module RT 32 32 channels Radio receiver Radio receiver RR 32 32 channels RR 4 4 channels 32 Type Light receiving method Light Receptors Incident light Reflected light Light receptor element Metering modes Ambient light Flash Measuring Range ISO 100
10. 0 1 0 to 90 9 in 1 10 1 2 or 1 3 stop EV 9 9 to EV 40 1 in 1 10 stop 1 0 to f90 in 1 2 stop 2s to 4k 1 4000 in 1 2 stop 33 8 Technical Data Other features All weather feature JIS standard water resistance class 4 splash proof tvpe Memorv function 9 readings Memory clear recall function Multiple Flash function Up to flash readings Only one digit is displayed when the cumu lated number is ten or more Average function Up to 9 readings can be averaged Brightness Difference function 9 9 EV in 1 10 stop Flash analyzing function 0 to 100 in 10 in crements Exposure Out of Range Eu underexposure or Eo overexposure indication Exposure compensation 9 9 EV in 1 10 steps Calibration compensation 1 0 EV in 1 10 steps Battery Power Indicator display with a symbol in 3 status Auto Power Off 20 minutes after last use Auto illumination EV 6 and under DIP switch mode selection Second ISO film speed setting ISO 3 to 8000 in 1 3 stop Battery used one of CR123A battery lithium dry cell Operating temperature range 10 50 C Storage temperature range 20 60 C Dimensions 60 w x 155 h x 37 d mm Weight 153 g with battery Standard accessories supplied Lumigrid Soft case strap synchro terminal cap CR123A lithium battery x 1 Radio wave frequency FCC amp IC CH1 16 344 0MHz CH17 32 346 5 354 0MHz CE CH1 16 433
11. 5 00 2K 4K NUNENNNENENENEEN 6 8 1116 223245 64 9 NOTE For explanation purposes the displav illustrated here shows all icons and readouts simultaneousiv Actual displav will never show as above Auto Electro Luminescent Displav EL In low light EV 6 or less a green backlight will automaticallv illuminate the entire LCD When using the Mini Light Receptor or a Booster optional accessories the LCD will be illuminated after measuring regardless of the ambient light level The LCD will not be automatically illuminated during measuring or in Cordless Flash mode The Electro luminescent backlight will automatically turn off 20 seconds after last operation When using the spot viewfinder attachment 1 5 or 10 NP Finder if the light level from the spot measurement is different from the light level when reading the LCD data the backlight may not illuminate the display In this case cover the spot viewfinder attachment with your hand while pressing the mode button to activate the backlight 2 Explanation of the Liquid Crystal Display Measuring Mode Icons 8 Ambient see page 11 Auto Reset Cordless Flash see page 17 I t Cord Flash see page 15 2 bb Wireless flash radio triggering mode see page 30 a Z ISO Display LU ISO1 Displavs ISO film setting EA Displays second ISO film setting when ISO 2 button is depressed Flash Analyzing indicator 0 to 100 in 10 increments percentage of flash in the total exposur
12. A a Cele lorena A Mag SS Keri 4 6 1 Attach the strap 2 Inserting the battery 3 Checking battery capacity i istisi otiia papra pi visti pp dp pp p 4 4 Replacing batterv during measurement or when using the memory function semm eennnnnenenzznnnennen ne nn nn eee 5 5 Auto Power Off function 6 Setting main ISO film speed p Setting second ISO film speed ISO 2 Luna enzen eee nn nn nn e 5 8 Mesurement Lock and Measurement Lock Off semen nnnnz enza 6 Basic Qperation jw A nata A 7 10 1 Settiri med sutiri MOE il e A r eeneis 7 2 Setting DIP switches 8 3 When set for incident light 9 4 When set for reflected light spot metering 10 M as rment aeee A AS B N ous 11 20 li Mea uririg Ambient Light sssrin reri sis BE ikona drone 11 14 1 1 Shutter Speed Priority mode sms ennnenennznnenzenznnen nn nnn nn nnn nn 11 1 2 Aperture Priority mode ote 1 3 EV mode o 513 1 4 Ginemato raphi srie E A 14 2 Me isune FASA LAE ii ce hatte scaled Usa as carta NANE 15 22 2 1 Cord Flash mode 15 16 2 2 Auto Reset Cordless Flash mode 16 17 2 3 Cord Multiple Flash cumulative mode 18 19 2 4 Cordless multiple Flash Cumulative mode sse eenennnnzenzenzzzznzenzi 19 20 Advanced FUNCIONS e a au 1 Memory AUNTOUGHT Joes asnassshicccosstzanedsasadeceadasnsbsasnaisienecasescosaatusasesagegsuses spaanrnecanstiaundaeades 2 Averaging func
13. DIP switch see page 8 to the ON position 1 Hold down the Mode set button d and turn the SSS Jog wheel 5 to select EV value mode SEKONIC Q ENGLISH ri u MODE 2 Press the Measuring button 5to make a measurement Release the Measuring button to complete the measurement The measured value EV value at that time will be displaved Shutter speed At the same time the shutter speed will be displaved in the digital displav area and the corresponding f stop will be displaved in the analog displav area 114 22 94 56 8 11 16 223245 64 90 While pressing the measuring button the meter f stop EV value measures continuously until it is released Reference E u Exposure under or E o Exposure over appears when the combination of shutter speed and aperture are outside the display range Changing the shutter speed or aperture with the Jog wheel will allow you to find a combination that is possible If the E u or E o readout blinks this indicates that the light level is beyond the measurement range of the light meter 13 5 Measurement 1 4 Cinematography 1 Hold down the Mode set button 0 and turn the Jog wheel B to select ambient light shutter speed priority mode T Turn the Jog wheel to select the Cine Speed for the camera that will be used Cine Speed are displayed after 1 8000 1 200 1 400 and the unit is in frames per second f s The followin
14. SEKONIC Flash Master L 358 Operating Manual d p G m Congratulations on your purchase of a Sekonic Flash Master L 358 Exposure Meter This meter provides a wide range of functions that correspond with most manufacturers camera settings in all formats which will satisfy professionals as well as serious enthusiasts Its sealed housing and controls make it water and moisture resistant Yes you can use it in the rain but it is not an underwater meter Its large LCD display makes readings easy and lights up automatically in dark surroundings In order not to crowd the controls four functions which are less frequently used are confined to DIP switches located in the battery compartment Because of its many features the L 358 requires this rather extensive manual But since you will never use them all at the same time once you have learned all about it it is simple and its use will become second nature The Flash Master L 358 has undergone extensive quality controls at every step of manufacture Please read this instruction manual thoroughly to be able to take advantage of its many features and to obtain the long service life it is designed for Thank you for your confidence in Sekonic ENGLISH Table of Contents 1 10 Parts Designation Explanation of the Liquid Crystal Display LCD eee ces eceeeeeeeeeeseeteeeseeeaeteeeeeaes 2 3 Before USN il kimika iii i a
15. cale In addition the ratio of flash light to the total amount of light is displayed at that time as a value in 10 steps It is possible to use this value for adjustments for example when photographing with a flash in a room illuminated by tungsten lamp light to emphasize or weaken the tungsten lamp ambient light element enhancing the flash light of the photograph to match the photographer s intentions lt Example gt If under certain conditions the flash light component is 60 and the tungsten light component is 40 the display will be as indicated at the right Flash reading on the analog scale is blinking 1 To emphasize the tungsten ambient light to imbue the atmosphere with orange colored tones To increase the ratio of tungsten light use the Jog wheel to change the shutter speed to a slower setting It is apparent that the flash light component is now NA 20 The analog scale also shows the tungsten iki isxjkaiba j light component to be about 2 5 stop higher than the flash light component As a result images on the film are expressed with orange tones that give life to the effect of the tungsten light 2 To reduce the effect of tungsten light to realize a more natural atmosphere To decrease the ratio of tungsten light use the Jog wheel to change the shutter speed to a faster setting It is apparent that the flash light component is now 80 The analog scale also shows the flash light component to be ab
16. d priority aperture priority and EV flash with without cord a and wireless flash radio triggering a 1 Press the Measuring button 5 and take a measure 2 ment SEKONIC IT 2 Press the Memory button 7 and store the measured value in memory The number of values in memory is displayed on the LCD The memorized value is displayed on the analog scale By repeating this operation up to nine values can be stored in memory MEMORY 3 Memory can be cleared by holding down MODE set button 9 and ISO 2 button or changing mea Number of surement mode memorized value Measured f stop value 4 Memory Recall When the Jog wheel 10 is rotated while both Memory button 6 and the Mode set button 0 are held down together the measured value stored in the memory is displayed along with the memory number When any previous stored value is recalled with the ex ception of the last stored value the M and number will blink VV Memoreized f stop values Set shuttter speed 1 10 f stop NOTE e The memory function cannot be used in flash cumulative mode Measured values for ten times and over will be displayed but cannot be stored in memory 21 6 Advanced Functions 2 Averaging function This function displays the average of two to nine of the values in memory 1 Press the Measuring button and take a measurement SEKONIC 2 Press the Memory
17. de aperture priority mode and EV mode Hold down the Mode set button 40 and turn the Jog wheel to select ambient measurement mode SEKONIC 1 1 Shutter Speed Prioritv mode 1 Hold down the Mode set button and turn the Jog wheel to select Shutter Speed Priority mode T ENGLISH 2 Turn the Jog wheel to set the desired shutter speed 3 Press the Measuring button to make a measurement Release the Measuring button to Set shutter speed complete the measurement The measured value aperture value at that time will be displayed Measured f stop value While pressing the Measuring button the meter measures continuously until it is released NOTE f stop e TheLCD panel displays 1 10 stop only when Dip 114 2284 56 8 11 16 22 3245 64 90 switches 3 and 4 are in off position Measured f stop Reference It is possible to switch between full 1 2 and 1 3 shutter speed stop by setting DIP switches 3 and 4 You can set shutter speeds from 30 minutes to 1 8000 seconds After 1 8000 the shutter speeds of 1 200 and 1 400 can be set After measurement the F stop value corresponding to the shutter speed is displayed when the shutter speed is changed The measured aperture value is displayed either full or half stop increments on the analog scale 1 3 stop increments is not possible E u Exposure under or E o Exposure over appears when the combination of shutter speed and aperture are o
18. e Compensation Indicator qA Appears when Compensation is set Digital aperture value Aperture Priority EV Brightness Difference Average function EV display G Appears when in Aperture Priority f stop mode see page 12 AEV Appears when using brightness difference function See Page 25 A Appears when using Averaging function see page 24 EV Appears when using EV mode see page 13 Analog Scale Displavs marks at apertures or shutter speed indicating full or half step values for measurement memory average values U Appears when below display range wu Blinks when under exposed below measurement range o Appears when above displav range b Blinks when over exposed above measurement range Shutter priority indicator shutter speed display for still photography or frames per second f s for cinematography Appears when in Shutter Priority T mode see page 11 Appears when shutter speed is in minutes Appears when shutter speed is in full seconds Appears when cine speed is set in frames per second see page 14 5930 Batterv Power Indicator see page 4 Memorv Multiple Flash Indicator Displav fur g Appears when in Multi cumulative flash measurement mode and shows the cumulated number see page 19 mJ Appears when reading is memorized and shows the number in memory see page 23 3 Before Using 1 Attach the strap Attach the Strap by passing the small end loop through the eyelet and passing the ot
19. e and set the proper shutter speed e For flash units with low electric trigger voltage the flash may not fire In this case make measurements in Cordless flash mode or wireless flash radio triggering mode see page 21 Reference Setting the shutter speed is similar to the previous instruction see page 15 e Readings outside the display range or beyond the measuring range is similar to the previous instruction see page 16 If the film speed is changed after the measurement is taken the new converted measured value f stop value will be displayed 2 4 Cordless flash cumulative mode These measurements are used when the light generated by the flash is inadequate for proper exposure The repeated flash pops can be accumulated until the desired aperture is displayed The cumulative number is infinite Only one digit is displayed if the cumulative number is ten or more Display returns 0 0 10 1 11 2 12 etc 1 Slide DIP switch 2 to MULTI see page 8 to the e i ON position SEKONIC 2 Hold down the Mode set button 0 and turn the Jog wheel B to select cordless multiple flash cumulative mode F a Turn the Jog wheel to set shutter speed When setting shutter speed first change the settings to confirm that they correspond to the settings available on the camera MODE 19 5 Measurement 3 When the light from the flash is received the measured value f stop is dis
20. ectronic flash unit must be connected to an RR 32 receiver sold separately With an RR 4 receivers sold separately triggering channels 1 4 can be selected RT 32 radio transmitter module 1 Open battery cover 6 remove connector cover 22 and set the radio transmitter module optional by aligning the connector with the pins Z CAUTION 28 To prevent damage due to static electricity release static electricity stored in your body by touching a metal object nearby door knob aluminum window frame etc before touching the radio transmitter module SS SEKONIC 2 Switch to the Wireless flash radio triggering setting mode amp by using Jog wheel 5 while pressing mode set button 0 MODE 6 Advanced Functions 3 The set channel number will blink at this time Turn the Jog wheel to set the channel setting mm 4 Inthe Setting mode ch appears on the ISO display area At the same time channel numbers 2 1 to 16 and 17 to 32 appear on the F stop area When the channel number is 17 to 32 sub 5 channel A b c and d settings are displayed on the T indicator In the absence of settings gt appears in the figures i 6 ch 6 ch 6 ch 6 ch lm 6 Le ee lt gt c l LA l e H 5 AN Ba i AIRS JIN B eh B ch B eh B eh Ke ae lm fo a meddo 4 aA A faea 18 toe ft 5 In sub channel settings after the chann
21. el is set to 17 to 32 the mode button is pressed Following this the 4th figure on the T shutter speed area blinks to indicate that settings may be made Every time the mode button is pressed the blink shifts from sub channel No 4th figure 3rd figure 2nd figure 1st figure channel No while permitting settings for each sub channel As the Jog wheel is rotated in this state setting A b c and d displayed and resetting displayed alternate During this process the indicator continues to blink to indicate the channel being set Set by manipulating the mode set button Set by manipulating the Jog wheel x ii pm sf JI sf JI eed TT A d 7 aa 7 fT N CAUTION When using quad channels 17 32 it is not possible to terminate this mode unless a sub channel has been set a b c or d is displayed 29 6 Advanced Functions 6 Upon setting completion the Wireless flash radio triggering mode or Wireless multiple flash radio triggering mode is selected using the Jog wheel while the mode set button is depressed For othe setting of measuremends see page 16 of Cord flash 7 Confirm that the meter and the radio receiver are set to the same channel number The flash unit will fire when the measurement button of the meter is pressed and measurements can be made at the same time Reference e Refer to the receiver instruction manual fo
22. g Cine Speeds will display 2 3 4 6 8 12 16 18 24 25 30 32 36 40 48 50 60 64 72 96 120 128 150 200 240 256 300 and 360 f s The shutter angle that these speeds are based on is 180 degrees For other angles make the following ISO film speed corrections Amount of ISO film Shutter open angle speed correction 160 degrees 1 3 220 degrees 1 3 Example of correction value 1 3 Decrease ISO film speed by 1 3 stop example ISO 100 1 3 stop ISO 80 1 3 Increase ISO film speed by 1 3 stop example ISO 100 1 3 stop ISO 125 4 Press the Measuring button to make a Reference measurement Release the Measuring button to complete the measurement The measured value f stop value will be displaved While pressing the measuring button the meter measures continuously until it is released SEKONIC G MODE SEKONIC MODE Measured f stop value 1H 2 2 8 466 8 11 16 223245 6490 Measured f stop on analog display Set shutter speed The measured aperture value is displayed either full or half stop increments on the analog scale 1 3 stop increments is not possible 14 5 Measurement Measuring flash light This method of measurement can be done in the following modes with cord without cord multiple flash with cord multiple flash without cord and Wireless flash radio triggering mode with optional rad
23. her end of strap through it Z WARNING e Please place in a location where an infant cannot reach and accidentally get the strap wrapped around his neck There is danger of strangulation 2 Inserting the battery 1 Requires one 3 0 v CR123A lithium battery 2 Open the Battery compartment cover latch 2 and re move the Battery compartment cover 6 3 Insert the battery observing the polarity with the marks RS in the battery chamber 4 Align the tabs of the Battery compartment cover with the notches in the back of the meter and press down to close the Battery cover latch NOTE To prevent loss of All weather seal be careful that dirt does not get stuck on the rubber seal and that the seal is not damaged e Remove battery if meter is not used for an extended period Batteries can leak and damage the exposure meter Dispose of used batteries properly If the LCD does not light check that the battery capacity is sufficient and check that the battery positive and negative terminals are not reversed The meter has a connector for a plug in radio transmitter module Do not remove the connector cover unless you are installing the radio module failure to do so could cause the electronic circuit board to be exposed to damaging static electricity 3 Checking battery capacity When the Power button I is ON the battery power indicator on the LCD is displayed IBA Displayed Battery power level is good
24. io transmitter module When Measuring flash light the shutter speed and F stop value value combining ambient light and flash light total amount of light are displayed The ambient light and flash light are each displayed as separate values together with the total amount of light on the analog scale In addition the ratio of flash light to the total amount of light is displayed at that time as a value in 10 steps The flash reading is displayed as a blinking mark above the analog scale See page 27 for details 2 1 Cord Flash mode The most positive method to assure proper synchronization and measurement of flash units Connect the meter to the flash with a synchronization cord Be sure to replace Synchro termi nal cap 0 after your measurement 1 Connect the flash synchro cord to the Synchro terminal 8 on the exposure meter 2 Hold down the Mode set button 0 and turn the Jog wheel to select cord flash mode 9 3 Turn the Jog wheel to set shutter speed When setting shutter speed first check the settings to confirm that thev correspond to the settings on the camera MODE Set shutter speed Measured f stop value Percentage of flash in 4 Press the Measuring button 5 to trigger the flash fetal see The measured value f stop value will be displayed 114 2284 56 B11 16 223245 64 90 measured f stop value total exposure 15 ENGLISH 5 Measurement 16 N CAUTION NOTE
25. ion 2 Make sure that any compensation see page 28 is canceled J ENGLISH SEKONIC 3 Set the meter to EV mode DIP switch 1 and ISO 100 4 Place meter parallel to the subject and take a measurement 5 Convert the measured EV with a conversion table to find the brightness level eo u EV EV value Lux conversion table Decimal places Decimal places 0 5 1300 2600 5100 10000 20000 41000 82000 160000 330000 660000 1300000 2 A 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 EV value gt B Decimal places q Le CO NI o GC BY CO PO O 25 6 5 26 Advanced Functions Compensating function 5 1 How to change Exposure compensation Exposure compensation can be made in precise 1 10 step increments in a 9 9 EV range Exposure compensation may be desired when requiring compensation for filters bellows extension etc 1 Making a plus compensation will result in underexposing when taking a photograph Hold the ISO 1 button i and the ISO 2 button and turn the Jog wheel 5 counter clockwise The will appear on the upper right part of the LCD 2 Making a minus compensation will result in overexposing when taking a photograph Hold the ISO 1 button and the ISO 2 button and turn the Jog wheel clockwise The HA will appear on the upper right part of the LCD 5 2 How to change Calibration compensation
26. on and display the A mark on the LCD indicating a standard value Turn the main lighting off Now point the Lumisphere toward the secondary light source While the Measuring button 45 is depressed and held down the indicated difference between the main and auxiliary light sources is displayed in EV values At the same time the standard value and a new measured value are displayed on the analog scale A lighting ratio contrast ratio can be found in the scale below SEKONIC AVEJAEV MEMORY Set shutter speed I EKONIC h TE p I va kal SEKONIC Now on reading Difference aga 5 7 2 in EV Memorized f stop value f stop value being measured 23 6 Advanced Functions EV difference of A EV value Contrast ratio 1 2 1 1 5 3 1 2 4 1 3 8 1 4 16 1 5 The Brightness Difference mode can be canceled by pressing the AVE A EV button Reference To determine exposure after adjusting lights turn both main and secondary light sources on raise the Lumisphere to the C mark position then take a reading along the camera light axis e This function can also be used for reflected light 24 6 Advanced Functions How to use the L358 as an incident illuminance LUX or FC meter 1 Turn the Lumisphere Retracting ring to lower it to the G mark posit
27. ot go to the position of the subject or for metering subjects that generate light neon signs etc highly reflective surfaces or translucent subjects stained glass etc lt Using the lumigrid gt Receiving Angle 54 1 Remove the Lumisphere The lumisphere unit is removed by holding both the upper and lower sections of Lumisphere retracting ring and turning it counterclockwise while pushing the Lock lever 44 downward 2 Mount the lumigrid To mount Lumigrid 3 align the mount removal indicator on the Lumigrid with the G mark and while pressing it turn it in the clockwise direction and secure it in place by raising the Lock lever until it clicks into place 3 Take measurements by aiming the lumigrid precisely at the area of the subject to be measured from the position or direction of the camera 4 Follow the same procedure to mount the lumisphere Z CAUTION e Be sure to avoid touching the light receiving section when mounting or removing the lumisphere or lumigrid lt Using the viewfinder gt 1 5 and 10 Non Parallax Spot Finder NP finder The Non Parallax Spot Finder mounted on the meter measures the light of the exact area you are viewing Since the Spot finder is measuring the reflected light light reflecting off a subject measurements should be taken at the camera position 10 5 Measurement Measuring ambient light In this measurement mode we have the choice of shutter priority mo
28. out 1 5 stop higher than the ambient light component As a result the images on the film are expressed in natural color tones The settings above are made by adjusting the tungsten ambient light by the shutter speed It is also possible to modify the ratio by adjusting the flash light when changing the distance between the flash and the subject or when changing the amount of light of the flash When using this method re measure each time the flash light is adjusted 27 ENGLISH lt Example with optional radio receiver RR 32 gt Advanced Functions Wireless flash radio triggering function With the radio transmitter module plugged into the meters radio compartment and a receiver RR 32 or RR 4 sold separately connected to one or more electronic flash units the meter provides a convenient system that enables one person working alone to measure flash output without the need of async cord Pressing the measuring button simultaneously triggers the flash and measures the light The L 358 has 32 triggering channels when the radio triggering module RT 32 is plugged into the radio compartment Channels 1 16 provide single triggering while channels 17 32 offer Selective Quad Triggering capability Selecting one of channels 17 32 provides control of up to four additional sub channels A B C and D Selecting or deselecting of zone lighting is possible with sub channels In order to trigger flash units set for sub channels the el
29. out blinks this indicates that the light level is beyond the measurement range of the light meter 2 2 Auto reset cordless flash mode Measurements are made by the meter receiving the light from the flash This measurement mode is used when the Synchro cord will not reach because of the distance between the flash and meter or when use of the Synchro cord is inconvenient 1 Hold down the Mode set button Id and turn the Jog wheel to set Auto reset Cordless Flash mode B Turn the Jog wheel to set shutter speed When setting shutter speed first check the settings to confirm that they correspond to the settings available on the camera 5 Measurement NOTES 3 5 When the Measuring button 45 is pressed the mode mark will blink and the meter is ready to measure The ready to measure mode will continue for approximately 90 seconds During this time fire the flash and make a measurement If the 90 second period is exceeded and the blinking mark stops press the Measuring button again to return to ready to measure When the light from the flash is received the measured value f stop is displayed Even after measurement the mode mark g continues to blink and the meter is in ready state and new measurement can be made Auto reset function Set shutter speed Measured f stop value 114 2 s 4 Sa 8 11 6 223245 64 So Measured f stop value total exposure ENGLISH When fi
30. played Each time this is repeated the accumulated value for the aperture and the number of cumulative flashes is displayed Number of cumulative flashes Measured f stop Percentage of flash in total u uz hd ju N u LAN 114 2284 56 7 14 2284 56 8M6 22 3245 64 90 1st time 2nd time 3rd time Measured f stop value total exposure Set shutter speed The ready to measure mode will be displayed for approximately 90 seconds If the 90 second period is exceeded and the blinking mark stops press the Measuring button 45 again The measured value f stop of the previous time reverts to 0 and the meter is in ready to measure mode NOTE e When firing a flash if the flash brightness is 9EV lower than the ambient light the meter may fail to detect the light In this case make measurements using cord flash mode e Rapid start fluorescent lamps and special lighting are sometimes mistaken for flash and accidentally measured In this case make measurements using cord flash mode Reference Setting the shutter speed is similar to the previous instruction see page 15 of Cord flash mode of Section 2 1 e Readings outside the display range or beyond the measuring range is similar to the previous instruction see page 16 20 6 Advanced Functions Memory function This meter can store up to nine measured values in memory This feature can be used in the follow ing modes ambient light shutter spee
31. r seal of the batterv compartment cover Do not attempt to remove the rubber seal of the batterv compartment cover If the rubber seal s surface is damaged water or moisture mav enter and damage the meter If this has happened you must send your meter to the Sekonic Sevice Center in your country Keep the surface of the Lumisphere and the front and rear surface of the Zoom lens free from dust dirt and scratches which could affect accuracy Never use organic cleaners like thinner or benzene Clean with soft dry cloth FCC amp IC compliance information Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Note This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant To Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction may cause harmful interference to radio communication However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determine by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correc
32. r the receiver operating method e Maximum controllable distance of the radio flash trigger system differs depending on the placement of the device direction and other factors 1 Confirm the direct visible range between the transmitter and receiver 2 Place the meter and receiver away from large metal objects concrete objects with large moisture content both people and trees fall into the category and so forth 3 Secure the radio receiver in place by using Velcro tape or mounting 1 4 20 thread Be sure that the entire length of the receiver antenna is higher than the flash pack at this time Avoid contact between the receiver antenna and metal objects at all times 4 Depending on the location there may be cases when the receiver is incapable of receiving any radio signals whatsoever There are various possible reasons for this such as radio signals reflected from nearby objects This can generally be resolved by shifting the device slightly in one direction or another In addition confirm that the device is not placed behind objects that readily absorb or deflect radio signals such concrete metal low hills etc NOTE The radio flash system may be used only in countries where a permit for the control frequency has been issued by the govenment office in charge 30 7 Accessories Mini Light Receptor Sold separately Incident light receiving unit with a compact 12mm diameter light receiving surface For measuring
33. red values remain stored in memory When the Power button is pressed again the last settings are displayed Reference The power shuts off automatically after 1 minute when the power button is pressed and held Setting main ISO film speed 1 Hold down the ISO1 button and turn Jog wheel SEKONIC to select ISO film speed for the film being used 2 You can also change the ISO film speed after taking im measurements The new value is automaticallv displaved ISO1 ib OD Seng second ISO film speed A This feature is useful when using a second film with SERONI different ISO film speed using Polaroid M proofing film a or for exposure correction when using a filter close up photography etc 2 Hold down the ISO 2 button and turn Jog wheel to select ISO film speed of the film being used 3 Once this is set after taking a measurement the mea sured value for the second film speed will be displayed Iso2 when the ISO 2 button is depressed 4 You can also change the second ISO film speed after taking measurements The new value is automaticallv displaved 3 Before Using 8 Mesurement Lock and Measurement Lock Off R 1 Hold down the Mode set button 0 and ISO1 button i SEKONIC and LOC will appear to indicate that the settings are locked The last measurement is held until the lock is f released even if the Jog
34. ring a flash if the flash brightness is 9EV lower than the ambient light the meter may fail to detect the light In this case make measurements using the Cord flash mode Rapid start fluorescent lamps and special lighting are sometimes mistaken for flash and accidentally measured In this case make measurements using the Cord flash mode Reference After measurement the F stop value corresponding to the shutter speed is displayed when the shutter speed is changed Setting the shutter speed is similar to the previous instruction see page 15 of Cord flash mode of section 2 1 e A new converted value is displayed when the film speed is changed after taking the measurement Readings outside the display range or beyond the measuring range are similar to the previous instruction see page 16 of Cord Flash mode of section 2 1 2472 5 Measurement 2 3 Cord multiple flash cumulative mode These measurements are used when the light generated by the flash is inadequate for proper exposure The repeated flash pops can be accumulated until the desired aperture is displayed The cumulative number is infinite Only one digit is displayed if the cumulative number is ten or more Display returns 0 0 10 1 11 2 12 etc 1 Slide DIP switch 2 to MULTI see page 8 to the ON position Hold down the Mode set button 40 and turn the Jog wheel 5 to select cord multiple flash cumu lative mode Ge m SEKONIC MODE
35. s can be performed with the lumisphere fully extended or in the retracted position You can switch between Lumisphere in the up position or retracted position by firmly rotating the Lumisphere retracting ring until it clicks ENGLISH SEKONIC SEKONIC Lumisphere Retracted Lumisphere 2 When the Lumisphere is raised This is used to photograph people buildings and other three dimensional objects Measurements are basically made by the method of measuring with the lumisphere aimed in the camera direction more precisely in the direction of the light axis of the lens at the position of the subject 3 When the Lumisphere is lowered flat diffuser function This is used to photograph manuscripts paintings or other flat copy It can also be used for measuring illumination levels see page 25 or brightness difference see page 23 NOTE e Ifthe device is used with the Lumisphere retracting ring in a middle position distributed light quality will change and suitable measurements cannot be made e Do not push the Lumisphere down manually e Ifthe lumisphere becomes soiled wipe it with a soft dry cloth Organic solutions paint thinner benzene etc must not be used under any circumstances 4 Basic Operation 4 When set for reflected light e This method measures the brightness luminance of the light reflected from the subject It is useful for distant objects such as landscapes when you cann
36. t the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and also with RSS 210 of Industry amp Science Canada Operation is subject to the following two condition 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC ID Number PFK 358 01 Canada 3916104183 ENGLISH
37. tion 3 Brightness Difference function 23 24 4 How to use the L 358 as an incident Illuminance LUX or FC Meter 25 B Compensating function iit nls e 26 5 1 How to change Exposure compensation seen 26 5 2 How to change Calibration compensation 26 Flash analyzing measurement function 27 7 Wireless flash radio triggering function 28 30 AGCO SOT ES air E E ea a eas i b S AE AAS 31 32 Technical Date scat ceecogunaceaceeh asnarssickccade g odda dp ap MERAQ EON ENE Na EE 33 34 Safety Guide xix i a ai AS AUS ek eh a le Ma 34 Caretand Maintenance 22 22 ni ee sete aa ee eae 35 19 Lock lever 3 Mini light receptor outlet 2 Power button ON OFF switch i ISO 1 button 10 Mode set button Strap eyelet 8 DIP Switches 9 Battery Compartment 5 Measuring button 6 Battery Compartment Cover Battery Cover Latch 1 Parts Designation Lumisphere retracting ring 2 Lumisphere Liquid Crystal Display LCD 4 Average A EV Brightness Difference button Jog wheel ISO 2 button Memory button 8 Flash synchro terminal B Connector cover Ga Sy RT 32 Radio transmitter Q module compartment d Synchro Terminal Cap nn a Strap B 54 Lumigrid for reflected light measurement ENGLISH 2 Explanation of the Liquid Crystal Display 30 60 125 250
38. utside the display range Changing the shutter speed or aperture with the Jog wheel will allow you to find a combination that is possible If the E u or E o readout blinks this indicates that the light level is beyond the measurement range of the light meter Adjust a lighting in this case 11 5 Measurement 1 2 Aperture Priority mode Z SEKONIC 1 Hold down the Mode set button 0 and turn the Jog wheel to select aperture priority mode 2 Turn the Jog wheel to set the desired f stop value MODE Measured value shutter speed 3 Press the Measuring button to make a Set f stop value measurement Release the Measuring button to complete the measurement The measured value shutter speed at the time will be displayed me While pressing the Measuring button the shutter speed meter measures continuously until it is released Measured shutter speed Reference Itis possible to switch between full 1 2 or 1 3 F stop values by setting DIP switches 3 and 4 e You can set f stops from F1 0 to F90 full f stops e The measured shutter speed value is displayed either full or half stop increments on the analog scale 1 3 stop increments is not possible After measurement the shutter speed corresponding to the F stop is displayed when the F stop is changed 12 5 Measurement 1 3 EV mode Open the Battery compartment cover 6 and slide the EV
39. wheel is accidentally L c moved However if the measurement button 5 is pressed a 1664 gt new measurement is displayed with the same locked settings MODE R 2 To release the Measurement lock perform the same SEKONIC operation for the Measurement lock Hold down the Mode set and ISO1 button and Off will appear to in nc dicate that the Measurement lock is released ur F ISO1 e MODE Reference If the power supply is OFF or Auto OFF when in the locked position the dial lock function will continue operating when the power supply is turned on again 1 Setting measuring mode i Hold down the Mode set button 0 and turn the Jog wheel to select the desired mode The mode switching sequence is shown in the chart below Shutter speed priority mode Ambient light See page 11 i Aperture Priority mode Ambient light See page 12 1 EV mode Ambient light See page 13 Auto Reset Cordless Flash mode See page 17 Cordless Multiple Flash cumulative mode See page 21 Dip switch 2 4 Basic Operation R SEKONIC Wireless Multiple Flash Radio Triggering mode See page 30 Wireless Flash Radio Triggering mode See page 30 Wireless Flash Radio Triggering setting mode See page 28 ENGLISH MODE Cord Multiple Flash cumulative mode See page 19 Cord Flash mode See page 15 with Radio transmitter module
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