User manual SEKONIC L-308S FLASHMATE

[. . . ] FLASHMATE Operating Manual s SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING and CAUTION This manual uses the following safety labels for that you must follow. WARNING CAUTION NOTE: Indicates hazards or unsafe practices that can result in severe personal injury or death. Indicates hazards or unsafe practices that can result in the personal injury or damage to your L-308S exposure meter. Indicates a caution or limitation that accompanies operation. Please read the note to avoid incorrect operation. [. . . ] Basic Operation 2) Interchangeably switch between EV mode and Shutter Speed Priority mode by pressing the Mode button e while holding down the ISO button i in Ambient mode. Measurement value also will be automatically calculated when a switch is made after measuring. MODE ISO REFERENCE: · Ambient light refers to continuous light like natural light (sunlight), tungsten lamps or fluorescent lamps. · Flash light is a brief, intense burst of light made by such as electronic flash units or flash bulbs. 4. When set for incident light Incident light measuring is the measurement method that employs either the Lumisphere or Lumidisc functions. Measure with the lumisphere ai med in the camera direction at the position of the subject. 1) Using Lumisphere to Measure Lumisphere is used to measure people and buildings and other such solid 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 lens axis) at the position of the subject. 2) Using Lumidisc to Measure This is used to measure manuscripts, paintings or other flat copy, or otherwise for measuring light contrast (see page 18) or using as an illumino meter. To switch to the Lumidisc function, slide the Lumisphere mounting to the right (same as if measuring reflected light), insert at an angle section B of the Lumidisc into slot A of the light receiver and then press down the strap eyelet C to secure the Lumidisc. Strap eyelet C Slot A Section B Lumidisc The Lumidisc is removed in reverse order to the mounting method. At this time the strap eyelet of the Lumidisc should be pulled away from the main unit. NOTE: q Be sure to handle the Lumidisc correctly to prevent damage that may occur if mounting or removal is incorrect. q Do not fit the Lumidisc next to the Lumisphere when you take incident light metering Otherwise, the Limidisc will affect the exposure in reading. q The Lumisphere is an important light receiving unit. Please handle with care and try not to mark or soil. Wipe Lumisphere with a dry soft cloth if it becomes dirty. Never use organic cleaners (like thinner or benzene) to clean Lumisphere. lumisphere. 4. When set for reflected light Point the lens of the exposure meter toward the part of the subject to be measured from the camera position or from the camera direction and then measure. 1) This method is used to measure the brightness (luminance) of light reflected from the subject and is useful for metering subjects that cannot be approached or light-generating subjects (neon signs, etc. ), highly reflective surfaces or translucent subjects (stained glass, etc. ). 2) Point the lens of the exposure meter toward the part of the subject to be measured from the camera position or from the camera direction and then measure. NOTE: q If you measure from the camera position, the entire object is measured in average. In such cases please adjust brightness. 1-2 EV mode 1) Press Mode button e to select mode. MODE 5. Measurement 2) Press measuring button r to make a measurement. Release the measuring button to complete the measurement. The measured value (EV value) at that time will be displayed. [. . . ] 3) The setting number will change every time the Mode button e is pressed. Setting number 1 stop (1/10 stop display) 1/2 stop 1/3 stop 4) After completing the custom setting, turn OFF the power button to close the custom setting mode. The power will be automatically turned OFF with this operation. NOTE: q The 1/10 stop measurement value displayed when 1 stop is set will not be displayed when 1/2 stop or 1/3 stop is set. q When using EV mode the 1/10 stop measurement value will be displayed whatever the stop is set. 7. [. . . ]