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- Page 1 LITEMASTER PRO L-478D / L-478DR Operating Manual...
- Page 2 Custom Setting Function in the Data Transfer Software. *1 Data Transfer Software is an application software provided on the CD-ROM or downloaded from www.sekonic.com. To use this software, you will need to install it onto your computer and connect it to L-478D/L-478DR via a USB cable.
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Page 3: Accompanying Accessories
Accompanying Accessories The following items are included with the L-478D/L-478DR. After opening the package, please be sure that everything is included. If any of the following items should be missing, please contact your local camera store or retail organization. Start-up Guide CD-ROM (Operating Manual and Data Transfer Software) Two AAA manganese batteries... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions Before using this product, please read this “Safety Precautions” for proper operation. The warning symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury if the product is not used properly. The caution symbol indicates the possibility of minor to moderate personal injury or product damage if the product is not used properly. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Accompanying Accessories .....................3 Safety Precautions ......................4 1 Parts Designations ........................8 1-1. Parts Designations ....................8 2 Before Using ..........................9 2-1. Attaching the Strap....................9 2-2. Inserting the Batteries .....................9 2-3. Power ON/OFF ......................10 2-4. Checking the Battery Capacity ................11 2-5. - Page 6 Table of Contents 5-2. Measuring in Flash Light Mode ................. 33 5-2-1. Cord (PC) Flash Mode ................34 5-2-2. Cordless Flash Mode ................35 5-2-3. Cord Multi (Cumulative) Flash Mode ..........36 5-2-4. Cordless Multiple (Cumulative) Flash Mode ........37 5-3.
- Page 7 6-6-7. Filter Name Editing................... 60 6-7. Hardware Setting Function ................. 62 7 Optional Accessories (Sold Separately) ............... 65 8 Registered Filters ......................... 66 9 Specifications ........................67 10 Safety Guide and Maintenance ..................69...
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Page 8: Parts Designations
Parts Designations 1-1. Parts Designations Front View Rear View Bottom View Strap Lock lever Lumisphere eyelet retracting ring Lumisphere Measuring Synchro terminal button * Memory button* Battery Cover Open Battery Touch panel cover latch USB port Power button Battery Menu button compartment Battery cover The following table lists the functions of each part. -
Page 9: Before Using
Before Using 2-1. Attaching the Strap 1) Pass the strap included through the outer hole of the Strap eyelet 2) Pass the opposite end of the strap through the loop at the end of strap. Infants or toddlers may accidentally wrap the strap around their neck, so please place it in a location out of their reach. -
Page 10: Power On/Off
P lease wait 3 seconds between repeated power on and power off sessions. • D irectly after replacing the batteries, a white screen with the SEKONIC logo in blue will be displayed, followed by the appropriate title screen above. •... -
Page 11: Checking The Battery Capacity
2-4. Checking the Battery Capacity When the power is turned on, the battery power indicator is displayed at the upper left of the LCD. Full battery power remaining. Sufficient battery power remaining. Low battery power remaining. Have spare batteries ready. When the indicator blinks, replace batteries immediately. -
Page 12: Screen Operations
Screen Operations The data display is also a touch panel that is used to make all settings <Display illumination> • T he Display illumination is activated as soon as the meter is turned ON. The illumination level is user adjustable. The panel dims during measuring and cordless flash standby to eliminate its influence in the measurement. - Page 13 3) Radio Buttons Touching Radio buttons selects the item to the right of it. Only one item in a group can be selected at one time. Filter Compensation Setting Screen 4) Alpha-Numeric Keypad Value Input Screen Alphabet Input Screen Number Input Screen Inputting Values (Value Input Screen): 0-9, Decimal point, +/-: Value displayed on screen when key touched.
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Page 14: Locking And Releasing Of Screen
3-2. Locking and Releasing of Screen The screen can be locked to prevent unforeseeable misoperations, etc. Touch operation of all screens is prohibited when locked (the lock icon is displayed at the top of the screen). Note however that the Memory button , Measuring button and Power button will be operational even if lock is ON. - Page 15 2. Touch the Information icon ( ) to display current display mode, input exposure compensation, and exposure profile in use. (See P20 for details.) 3. When Radio Triggering mode is selected, the Power Control icon ( ) appears under the icon of .
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Page 16: Measuring Screen
3-4. Measuring Screen When the power is turned ON, the Title screen will appear, followed by the Measuring screen. Subject measuring can be performed at the Measuring screen. Basic Configuration of the Measuring Screen Example of T priority in Ambient Light Screen Status/Title field Measuring operations/Display area Measuring function selection icon... -
Page 17: Setting, Function, Display Field
3-4-2. Setting, Function, Display Field Setting, Function, and Display Field are configured of the following sections. • Measuring mode icons • Setting icons • Measuring unit/Displayed value field • Analog scale Example of Screen for Ambient light Cine Mode Screen Measuring mode icon Setting value icons Measuring unit/... - Page 18 2) Setting Icons Setting icons type and value will change with the Measuring mode in use. Touch or slide finger up/down over the icons to change the value. T priority mode F priority mode TF priority mode HD CINE mode CINE mode Explanation of value types •...
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Page 19: Measuring Function Selection Icon
< The fractions of the measuring values can be hidden by changing setting at the Custom Setting Function. Display setting number 2 (fraction display) and then select 0 (ON) to display fraction and 1 (OFF) to hide fraction. (See P55 for details.) Fraction hidden Fraction displayed... -
Page 20: Information Screen
3-5. Information Screen Displays setting details of measuring screen icons and meter information Item Explanation Light receiving method Displays incident light ( )/reflected light ( ) selection. Exposure compensation User-set exposure compensation value (see P53 for details) (adjustment) Filter compensation User-set filter compensation value (see P51 for details) Exposure profile name Name of exposure profile in use (See P56 for details) -
Page 21: Menu Screen
Item Explanation Filter compensation Displays Filter compensation setting screen. (See P51 for details.) Radio trigger channel Displays Radio Trigger Channel Setting screen. (See P38 for details.) (for L-478DR only) Memory clear Displays Memory Clear screen. (See P45 for details.) Memory recall Displays Memory Recall Selection screen. -
Page 22: Basic Operations
Basic Operations 4-1. Basic Operation Flow Power ON (See P23 for details.) Set light receiving method (See P56 for details.) Select exposure profile For L-478DR only Setting Measuring mode (See P25) Radio Flash Triggering Cordless Flash Cord (PC) Flash Ambient Light mode (See P41) mode (See P35 for mode... -
Page 23: Setting Light Receiving System
4-2. Setting Light Receiving System 4-2-1. Measuring with Incident Light Function (Lumisphere Extended /Retracted) Use either extended or retracted (flat) lumisphere to measure incident light. Point the lumisphere at the camera (lens optical axis) from a position close to the subject and then measure. 1. -
Page 24: Measuring With Reflected Light System
4-2-2. Measuring with Reflected Light System Use 5-degree Viewfinder, reflected light attachment, (sold separately) to make reflected light readings with the L-478D/DR. This method measures the brightness (luminance) of the light reflected from the subject. It is useful for distant objects such as landscapes, when you cannot go to the position of the subject , or for metering subjects that generate light (neon signs, etc), highly reflective surfaces or translucent subjects (stained... -
Page 25: Setting Measuring Mode
4-3. Setting Measuring Mode Touch the Measuring mode icon ( ) at the top left of the Measuring screen and then select any one of the Measuring modes. * The Measuring modes displayed on the Measuring Mode Selection screen will change depending on the settings at Custom Setting. - Page 26 About Measuring Modes Mode Icon Explanation Ambient Light T (shutter speed) priority Displays f-stop (aperture) value for input shutter speed and ISO Mode sensitivity. (See P27 for details.) F (stop) priority Displays shutter speed value for input f-stop and ISO sensitivity. (See P28 for details.) TF (shutter speed and f-stop) priority Displays ISO sensitivity value for input shutter speed and f-stop.
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Page 27: Measuring
Measuring 5-1. Measuring in Ambient Light Mode Continuous light like natural light (sunlight) as well as tungsten lamps and fluorescent lamps are measured in Ambient Light Mode. The following are the measuring methods in the Ambient Light Mode. • T (shutter speed) priority •... -
Page 28: F (F-Stop) Priority Mode
5-1-2. F (f-stop) Priority Mode Mesuring Screen 1. Touch the Measuring mode icon to open the (F Priority Mode) Measuring Mode Selection Screen, then touch icon to select F Priority Mode and Setting return the screen view to Measuring screen (See Value P25 for details.) 2. - Page 29 1) Illumination Measuring in Lux Lumisphere retracting ring 1. Rotate the Lumisphere retracting ring align the mark with the symbol. 2. Touch the Measuring mode icon to open the Measuring Mode Selection Screen, then touch the icon to select Illuminance Measuring (lux) Mode and return the screen view to Measuring screen.
- Page 30 3) Luminance measuring in Candela per square meter [Measuring screen (cd/m 1. Attach a 5-degree viewfinder (sold separately). (See P24 for details.) 2. Touch the Measuring mode icon to open the Measuring Mode Selection Screen, then touch the icon to select Luminance Measuring (cd/m ) Mode and return the screen view to Measuring screen.
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Page 31: Measuring Exposure For Video And Movies
5-1-5. Measuring Exposure for Video and Movies 1) CINE Mode Measuring Screen (cine camera) This is a measuring exposure for cine cameras 1. Touch the Measuring mode icon to open the Measuring Mode Selection Screen, then touch the icon to select CINE Setting Measuring Mode and return the screen view value... - Page 32 2) HD CINE mode Measuring Screen (HD Cine Camera) This is a measuring exposure for HD Video/DSLR Cameras Setting 1. Touch the Measuring mode icon to open value the Measuring Mode Selection Screen, then touch the icon to select HD CINE Measuring Mode and return the screen view to Measuring screen.
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Page 33: Measuring In Flash Light Mode
5-2. Measuring in Flash Light Mode Flash illumination is light that is produced by the very brief light pulse of an electronic flash unit or flash bulb. Flash measurement is available in the following modes: • Cord (PC) Flash Mode (PC/synchro cord connected) •... -
Page 34: Cord (Pc) Flash Mode
< • Shutter speed and f-stop (aperture) values can be displayed in full, 1/2 and 1/3 stop increments in Custom Setting (See P55 for details.) • After taking a measurement, changing T setting value will also change the measured value (f-stop). • After taking a measurement, changing ISO value will also change the measured value (f-stop). -
Page 35: Cordless Flash Mode
5-2-2. Cordless Flash Mode Measuring screen In this measuring mode, Measurements are made by the (Cordless Flash Mode) meter receiving the light from the flash without synchro cord. It is used when the synchro cord will not reach Setting because of the distance between the flash and meter, or values when use of synchro cord is inconvenient. -
Page 36: Cord Multi (Cumulative) Flash Mode
5-2-3. Cord Multi (Cumulative) Flash Mode This Measuring mode is used when the light generated by the flash is inadequate for proper exposure. Use a synchro cord (sold separately) and connect the flash to the meter to fire the flash. The repeated flash pops can be accumulated until the desired aperture is displayed. -
Page 37: Cordless Multiple (Cumulative) Flash Mode
5-2-4. Cordless Multiple (Cumulative) Flash Mode This Measuring mode is 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 count is up to 99 times, and displayed in the Test/Title field on the LCD screen. -
Page 38: Measuring With Radio-Controlled Flash (For L-478Dr Only)
5-3. Measuring with Radio-controlled Flash (for L-478DR only) 5-3-1. How to Measure Using Radio Control Triggering flashes by radio requires connecting a PocketWizard radio receiver (sold ® separately) to the flash unit to receive the trigger signal transmitted by the meter. Radio triggering enables a single photographer to easily trigger and measure flash. - Page 39 2) Setting ControlTL Channels and Zones ® 1. Touch the Tool Box icon at the bottom of the Measuring screen to display the Tool Box screen. Then touch the [Radio CH/Zone] to display the Radio CH/Zone Setting screen. Measuring screen (Radio triggering Mode) Tool Box Screen Tool Box...
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Page 40: Using The Power Control Settings
5-3-3. Using the Power Control Settings Measuring Screen Select Radio Triggering Mode and ControlTL under ® (Radio Trigger mode) Radio System Preference within Custom Setting to use the Power Control Function. Setting value * Be sure to set the T (shutter speed) and ISO sensitivity values desired in the Measuring screen before adjusting power levels and metering the controlled flash intensity. -
Page 41: Measuring In Radio Flash Mode
• Th e working distance of the radio triggering system can vary with the orientation and location of the meter and receivers. Be sure to carefully set them within their specifications. 5-3-4. Measuring in Radio Flash Mode Measuring Screen Select Radio Triggering Mode within Custom Setting. (Radio triggering mode) (See P55 for details.) a. -
Page 42: Flash Mode
5-3-5. Measuring in Radio Triggering Multiple (Cumulative) Flash Mode [ Measuring Screen ] Select Radio Triggering Multiple (Cumulative) Mode within Custom Setting (See P55 for details.) Setting 1. Touch the Measuring mode icon to open the value Measuring Mode Selection screen, then touch icon to select Radio Triggering Multiple (Cumulative) Mode and return the screen view to Measuring screen. -
Page 43: Functions
Functions 6-1. Memory Function This meter can store up to nine measured values in memory for incident light and reflected light simultaneously. This function can be used in all modes except Illuminance/Luminance measuring and Multiple (cumulative) Flash modes. 6-1-1. Memory 1. -
Page 44: Memory Recall
6-1-2. Memory Recall Tool Box Screen Memorized measurements can be recalled to view each value in detail. The memorized measurements appear in the order they were recorded and incident light or reflected light icons indicate the type of reading made. An analog scale also displays each reading in relationship. -
Page 45: Memory Clear
6-1-3. Memory Clear Tool Box Screen Memorized measuring values can be cleared individually or collectively. The memorized measurements appear in the order they were recorded and incident light reflected light icons indicate the type of reading made. An analog scale also displays each reading in relationship. -
Page 46: Mid. Tone Function
6-2. Mid. Tone Function This is used to place a measured value at the center of the Analog EV Scale. The Mid Tone function has four operations: • Sets current measured value as Mid Tone • Sets memorized value as Mid Ton •... -
Page 47: Mid. Tone Modification
6-2-3. Mid. Tone Modification Mid. Tone Set Screen This enables minute adjustment of the currently set Mid. Tone value. 1. Touch the Tool Box icon at the bottom of the Measuring screen to display the Tool Box screen. 2. Touch the [Mid. Tone Set] to display Mid. Tone Set screen. -
Page 48: Mid. Tone Recall
6-2-5. Mid. Tone Recall Tool Box Screen This enables recalling the measuring screen information for the set Mid Tone. 1. Touch the Tool Box icon at the bottom of the Measuring screen to display the Tool Box screen. 2. Touch the [Mid. Tone Recall] to display the measuring screen information for the Mid Tone reading. -
Page 49: Average Function
6-3. Average Function Up to nine memorized measurements can be averaged and the result displayed. This function can be used in all modes except Illuminance/Luminance measuring and Multiple (cumulative) Flash modes. 1. Press the Measuring button on the side of meter to take a measurement. 2. -
Page 50: Contrast Function
6-4. Contrast Function This function is useful for evaluating studio lighting, checking evenness of backgrounds such as green screens, and quick set up of lighting ratios. After establishing a standard value, press and hold the Measuring button to display the difference between the standard and new measured value. -
Page 51: Filter Compensation Function
6-5. Filter Compensation Function The L-478’s filter compensation system uses industry-standard filter naming to introduce lens and light source filtration to the meter. It also enables entering favorite filter names and values to customize meter to your shooting needs. Up to four filters can be used as a pack with the exposure display compensated for all. -
Page 52: Selecting Filter Factor Number
6-5-2. Selecting Filter Factor Number Up to four filters can be used as a pack with the Tool Box Screen exposure display compensated for all. Select the necessary filter name only which will be used in the measurement. 1) Setting Amount of Filter Compensation 1. -
Page 53: Functions By Menu Selection
6-6. Functions by Menu Selection 6-6-1. Analog Scale Switching The Analog Scale at the bottom of the Measuring screen graphically displays the latest measurement value, values memorized, averaged values and exposure limits (range) for exposure profile. The scale has two selectable modes: Measurement Scale and EV Scale. - Page 54 5. Touch the [OK] to enter the compensation amount and return to the Menu screen • Exposure compensating should be made after sufficient test shooting of the camera or film in use. < • When exposure compensation is activate, icon will be displayed on the title field in the Measuring screen to show that compensation is being performed. • The value of exposure conpensation is displayed with icon in the Information screen. • The conventional Sekonic setting method (*1) can be selected in the Custom Setting. (See P55 for details.) *1 P lus compensation for under exposure (increase f-stop or shutter speed [= plus] achieves under exposure) and minus compensation for over exposure (decrease f-stop or shutter speed [= minus] achieves over exposure).
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Page 55: Custom Setting Function
6-6-3. Custom Setting Function This enables quick and easy setup of individual meter preference. 1) Custom Setting Function List Default Setting No. Custom Setting Name Item Setting Increments of T+F 1 step* 1/3 step 1/2 step 1 step Display of 1/10 Step Increments* Compensation +/- Preference Additive Subtractive... -
Page 56: Exposure Profile Function
The L-478D/DR can store up to 10 camera profiles. The profiles can be created using Sekonic’s Data Transfer Software system with profile targets (sold separately) or from data obtained from other testing methods and input manually into the meter. Once input or downloaded, they can be edited, named and easily called up for use at any time. - Page 57 2) Editing Exposure Profile Edit Profile Screen 1. Press the Menu button on the front of meter. (See P21 for details.) 2. Touch [5. Check/Edit Profile] to view profile list in the Select Profile to Edit/Check screen. 3. Touch ▲/▼ or slide finger on bar to view the name of the Exposure Profile you desire to use and edit.
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Page 58: Frame Rate Editing
9. Input/Edit the camera /film profile ISO Selection Screen characteristics. a. Touch +/- buttons or move slider to set desired exposure compensation value within +/- 5 EV (stop) range. b. Touch +/- buttons or move slider to desired values of dynamic ranges and clipping points for profile within +/- 10 EV (stop) range. -
Page 59: Shutter Angle Editing
Edit screen. (Touch [Cancel] if editing is not needed. 7) Press the Menu button to return to the Menu screen. 8) These customized frame rate will appear to the tail end of the selection order in the f/s setting icon in the Measuring screen for HD CINE mode and CINE mode.(From 1 to 1000 f/s are standard available frame rates, and after 1000f/s, customized frame rates... -
Page 60: Filter Name Editing
6-6-7. Filter Name Editing In addition to the standard frame rates available in the L-478D/DR, up to 30 Filter Name and compensation value can be customized and displayed in the meter screen. * Filter compensation is set in 1/10 steps in a range of ±5.0EV. * See P65 for details on registered filter name and value. - Page 61 Edit Filter Screen Edit Filter CompensationScreen Filter compensation value button Edit Filter Screen 7. Touch the [Close] to return to start screen for Select Filter Name to Edit screen. Create or Edit other Filter name and value if desired. 8. Press the Menu button □ to return to the Menu screen.
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Page 62: Hardware Setting Function
Hardware Setting screen. 2. Touch the desired menu item. a. User Calibration Power button This meter has been calibrated to Sekonic Menu button standards. However, it provides the ability to match exposure measurements with Hardware Setting Screen meters to meters, correct exposure for special requirements, etc. - Page 63 2) User Calibration of Measured Value User Calibration Screen 1. Touch the ①[User Calibration] in the Hardware Setting screen to display the User Calibration screen. Calibration 2. Using the button of ②[+0.1EV] or ③[-0.1EV] at value bottom of screen, adjust calibration value in 0.1 step increments.
- Page 64 4) Factory Setting Factory Setting Confirmation 1. Touch the ⑥[Factory Setting] in the Hardware Screen Setting screen to display the Factory Setting Confirmation screen. 2. Touch the [Yes] to proceed factory setting (Touch the [No] if factory setting is not needed.) 3.
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Page 65: Optional Accessories (Sold Separately)
Optional Accessories (Sold Separately) • Synchro Cord 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 without need to plug or unplug the cord during a shooting. Also, one of the terminals has a locking mechanism to ensure connection with a meter. -
Page 66: Registered Filters
Registered Filters Preset filters can be displayed in the Filter Compensation Setting. The following are the registered filters name and compensation values. (See P60 for details.) These filter names and compensation values are preset, however, can be edited for your preferences. -
Page 67: Specifications
Specifications Type • Digital light meter for flash and ambient light Light Receiving Method • Incident light and reflected light Light Receptor • Incident light L umisphere convertible to flat diffuser (with retracted lumisphere) • Reflected light 5-degree spot metering with optional viewfinder Light Receptor Element • Silicon photo diodes Measuring Mode • Ambient Light Aperture priority measuring Shutter speed priority measuring TF priority measuring Cine measuring HD Cine camera measuring Illuminance measuring (lux, foot candle) Luminance measuring (foot-lambert, cdm • Flash Cord Mode (with/without multiple cumulative) Cordless Mode (with/without multiple cumulative) Radio triggering Mode (with/without multiple... - Page 68 Other Functions • Exposure Compensation -9.9EV to +9.9EV(in 1/10 steps) • Exposure profile Max 10 profiles • Flash analyzing function 0 to 100% (in 10% increments) • Memory function 9 readings • Memory clear/recall function • Average function • Exposure out of range and display Under, Over warning display • Battery power indicator display 4 stages • Auto power OFF function Can be selected at Custom Setting • Liquid crystal backlight (EL) ON (OFF after set time elapses) • Touch Panel lock function • Custom setting function 22 items (L-478D), 24 items (L-478DR) Battery • Dry cell battery 2 AAA dry cell batteries (alkaline, manganese, lithium, nickel hydride, or nickel based) Operating temperature range • -10oC to 50oC (no condensation) Storage temperature range • -20oC to 60oC (no condensation) Dimensions...
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Page 69: Safety Guide And Maintenance
Safety Guide and Maintenance • T o avoid damaging this meter, never drop it or subject it to shock. • A void using it in water spray or rain as doing so may cause damage. • A void storing it in high-temperature and/or humid locations as doing so may cause damage. • B eware of condensation caused by sudden temperature change, as such condensation may cause damage or malfunc- tion. • D o not place the meter in direct sunlight during midsummer or near heaters, etc., as the temperature of the meter will rise beyond that of the air temperature. Be careful when using the meter in hot locations. Maintenance Notes • I f your meter is splashed with water, wipe immediately with a soft dry cloth. Leaving the meter wet may cause rust or corrosion •... - Page 72 7-24-14, Oizumi-Gakuen-Cho, Nerima-Ku, Tokyo 178-8686 Japan Tel: +81(0)3-3978-2335 Fax: +81(0)3-3978-5229 http://www.sekonic.com JR1297631 August, 2012...
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