ISO Display Displays ISO film setting 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 exposure) +/- Compensation Indicator Appears when +/- Compensation is set Digital aperture value, Aperture Priority, EV Brightness Difference, Average function, EV display Appears when in Aperture Priority (f/stop) mode (see page 12) Appears when using brightness difference function (See Page 25) Appears when using Averaging function (see page 24) Appears when using EV mode (see page 13) Analog Scale Displays marks at apertures or shutter speed indicating full or half step values for measurement, memory, average values Appears when below display range Blinks when under exposed below measurement range Appears when above display range 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) Battery Power Indicator (see page 4) Memory / Multiple Flash Indicator Display Appears when in Multi (cumulative) flash measurement mode and shows the cumulated number (see page 19) Appears when reading is memorized and shows the number in memory (see page 23)
Measuring Mode Icons Ambient (see page 11) Auto-Reset Cordless Flash (see page 17) Cord Flash (see page 15) Wireless flash radio triggering mode (see page 30)

3. Before Using

1. Attach the strap Attach the Strap @1 by passing the small end loop through the eyelet o and passing the other end of strap through it.

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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 !7, and remove the Battery compartment cover !6. 3. Insert the battery, observing the polarity with the +,- marks 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. 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 !2 is ON, the battery power indicator on the LCD is displayed. (Displayed) Battery power level is good. (Displayed) Battery power level is low. Have a spare battery ready. (Blinking) Replace battery immediately.

Reference: We recommend you always have a spare battery on hand. 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. A 3 second pause between power on and off is recommended to avoid damage to the meter.
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.

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Never place batteries in fire, short, disassemble, or heat them. The batteries might break down, and cause an accident, injury or pollute the environment. 5. 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 u is pressed, the settings and measured 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. 6. Setting main ISO film speed 1. Hold down the ISO1 button !1 and turn Jog wheel t to select ISO film speed for the film being used. 2. You can also change the ISO film speed after taking measurements. The new value is automatically displayed.
Setting second ISO film speed 1. This feature is useful when using a second film with different ISO film speed, using PolaroidTM proofing film, or for exposure correction (when using a filter, closeup photography, etc.). 2. Hold down the ISO 2 button y and turn Jog wheel to select ISO film speed of the film being used. 3. Once this is set, after taking a measurement, the measured value for the second film speed will be displayed when the ISO 2 button is depressed. 4. You can also change the second ISO film speed after taking measurements. The new value is automatically displayed.
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.
8. Mesurement Lock and Measurement Lock Off 1. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and ISO1 button !1 and "LOC" will appear to indicate that the settings are locked. The last measurement is held until the lock is released, even if the Jog wheel t is accidentally moved. However,if the measurement button !5 is pressed,a new measurement is displayed with the same locked settings.

< Using the viewfinder > 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.

5. Measurement

1-1 Shutter Speed Priority mode 1. Hold down the Mode set button and turn the Jog wheel to select Shutter Speed Priority mode.
Turn the Jog wheel to set the desired shutter speed.
Press the Measuring button ! 5 to make a measurement. Release the Measuring button to complete the measurement. The measured value (aperture value) at that time will be displayed. While pressing the Measuring button, the meter measures continuously until it is released.
Set shutter speed Measured f stop value
NOTE: The LCD panel displays 1/10 stop only when Dip switches 3 and 4 are in off position.

Measured f stop

1/10 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 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.Adjust a lighting in this case.
Measuring ambient light In this measurement mode, we have the choice of shutter priority mode, aperture priority mode and EV mode. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and turn the Jog wheel t to select ambient measurement mode.
1-2 Aperture Priority mode 1. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and turn the Jog wheel t to select aperture priority mode. 2. Turn the Jog wheel to set the desired f stop value.
Measured value (shutter speed)
3. Press the Measuring button ! 5 to make a measurement. Release the Measuring button to complete the measurement. The measured value (shutter speed) at the time will be displayed. While pressing the Measuring button, the meter measures continuously until it is released.

Set f stop value

1/10 shutter speed

Measured shutter speed

Reference: It is possible to switch between full,1/2 or 1/3 F stop values by setting DIP switches 3 and 4. You can set f stops from F1.0 to F90 (full f stops). 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.
1-3 EV mode Open the Battery compartment cover !6 and slide the EV DIP switch (see page 8) to the ON position. 1. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and turn the Jog wheel t to select value mode.
2. Press the Measuring button ! 5 to make a measurement. Release the Measuring button to complete the measurement. The measured value (EV value) at that time will be displayed. At the same time, the shutter speed will be displayed in the digital display area, and the corresponding f stop will be displayed in the analog display area. While pressing the measuring button, the meter measures continuously until it is released.

Shutter speed

f stop

EV value

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.
1-4 Cinematography 1. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and turn the Jog wheel t to select ambient light shutter speed priority mode.
2. Turn the Jog wheel t 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 following 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.

3. The shutter angle that these speeds are based on, is 180 degrees. For other angles make the following ISO film speed corrections. Shutter open angle 160 degrees 220 degrees Amount of ISO film speed correction -1/3 +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 ! 5 to make a measurement. Release the Measuring button to complete the measurement. The measured value (f stop value) will be displayed. While pressing the measuring button, the meter measures continuously until it is released.

Measured f stop value

Measured f stop on analog display Set shutter speed
Reference: The measured aperture value is displayed either full or half stop increments on the analog scale.(1/3 stop increments is not possible.) -14-
2. 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 radio 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 terminal cap @0 after your measurement. 1. Connect the flash synchro cord to the Synchro terminal i on the exposure meter.

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2. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and turn the Jog wheel t to select cord flash mode.
3. Turn the Jog wheel to set shutter speed. When setting shutter speed, first check the settings to confirm that they correspond to the settings on the camera.
4. Press the Measuring button !5 to trigger the flash. The measured value (f stop value) will be displayed.
Set shutter speed Measured f stop value Percentage of flash in total exposure
measured f stop value (total exposure)
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. NOTE: 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 readout 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 !0 and turn the Jog wheel t to set Auto-reset Cordless Flash. mode

2. Turn the Jog wheel t 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 i.
4. Press the Measuring button !5 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.
Number of cumulative flashes Measured f stop Percentage of flash in total exposure

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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 y or switch to another mode by turning the Jog wheel while pressing the mode set button.
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. 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 range and set the proper shutter speed. 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). 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 ON position. 2. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and turn the Jog wheel t to select cordless multiple flash. (cumulative) mode 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.

3. When the light from the flash is received, the measured value (f stop) is displayed. 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 exposure
4. 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 !5 again. The measured value (f stop) of the previous time reverts to 0 and the meter is in ready to measure mode. NOTE: 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. 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. Readings outside the display range or beyond the measuring range is similar to the previous instruction (see page 16).

6. Advanced Functions

Press the Measuring button !5 and take a measurement. Press the Memory button u 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.

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Memory can be cleared by holding down MODE set button !0 and ISO 2 button y or changing measurement mode.
Number of memorized value Measured f stop value
Memory Recall When the Jog wheel !0 is rotated while both Memory button t 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 exception of the last stored value, the M and number will blink.
Set shuttter speed Memoreized f stop values
NOTE: 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.
Memory function This meter can store up to nine measured values in memory. This feature can be used in the following modes: ambient light (shutter speed priority, aperture priority and EV), flash (with, without cord and wireless flash radio triggering).
2. Averaging function This function displays the average of two to nine of the values in memory. 1. Press the Measuring button ! 5 and take a measurement.
Press the Memory button u and store the measured value in memory. When the AVE/ EV button r is pressed, an average value for up to nine measurements will be displayed on the LCD. The value in memory and the average values are displayed on the analog scale. An " " appears in LCD to indicate this is an average.

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5. 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 !1 and the ISO 2 button y and turn the Jog wheel t 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. will appear on the upper right part of the The LCD.

ISO 1 ISO 2

How to change Calibration compensation 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: Make compensation after a sufficient number of test in actual photographic conditions, to suit your needs. Compensation effects every mode of the meter. If recalibration has been made for specific purpose do not forget to return to original zero settings. doesnt appear In Exposure compensation the always appear on the LCD,while the in Calibration compensation. -26-
6. 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 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. 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.

< Example > 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.
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 t to change the shutter speed to a slower setting. It is apparent that the flash light component is now 20%. The analog scale also shows the tungsten 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.
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 about 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-
7. 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 a sync 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 electronic 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.

Reference: Refer to the receiver instruction manual for the receiver operating method. 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.

7. Accessories

Mini Light Receptor (Sold separately) Incident light receiving unit with a compact 12mm diameter light receiving surface. For measuring narrow areas used for photographing small subjects or copy work.
Synchro cord (Sold separately) 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.
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.
NP Finder; Non-parallax spot viewfinder attachment with ordinary waterproof structure (Sold separately) 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.

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Wireless flash radio triggering system (Sold separately) 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 (RR-32, 32 channels)
Radio receiver (RR-4, 4 channels)

8. Technical Data

Type Light receiving method Light Receptors Incident light Reflected light Light receptor element Metering modes Ambient light : Digital exposure meter for ambient and flash light : Incident light and reflected light
: Convertible to flat diffuser (Lumisphere in down position) : light receiving angle 54 (lumigrid) : 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 system (cumulative,non-cumulative)
Measuring Range (ISO 100) Ambient light : Incident light EV-2 to EV 22.9 Reflected light EV-2 to EV 22.9 (with 54lumigrid) Flash : Incident light f1.0 to f90.9 (approx. F124) Reflected light f1.0 to f90.9 (approx. F124) (with 54lumigrid) Repeat Accuracy Calibration Constant Incident light metering Reflected light metering Display Range Film speed Shutter Speeds Ambient light : +/- 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, 1/400 : f/1.0 to f90.9 (in 1/10, 1/2 or 1/3 stop) : EV -9.9 to EV 40.1 (in 1/10 stop) : f/1.0 to f90 (in 1/2 stop) : 2s to 4k (1/4000) (in 1/2 stop) -33-
Flash Aperture EV Analog display Aperture Shutter speed
Other features All-weather feature : JIS standard water resistance class 4, splash-proof type Memory function : 9 readings Memory clear recall function Multiple Flash function : Up to flash readings (Only one digit is displayed when the cumulated 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 ~ 50C Storage temperature range Dimensions Weight : -20 ~ 60C : 60 w 155 h 37 d mm : 153 g (with battery)

Standard accessories supplied : Lumigrid, Soft case, strap, synchro terminal cap, CR123A lithium battery 1 Radio wave frequency FCC & IC CE
: CH1 ~ 16 CH17 ~ 32 : CH1 ~ 16 CH17 ~ 32
344.0MHz 346.5 ~ 354.0MHz 433.62MHz 434.22MHz
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.

9. Safety Guide

Please keep in a location where an infant cannot reach and accidentally get the strap wrapped around his neck. There is danger of strangulation. Never place batteries in fire, short, disassemble, or heat them. The batteries might break down, and cause injury or pollute the environment.
Do not look directly at the sun through the viewfinder, because of potential eye injury. 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.
10. Care and Maintainance
Although this meter has an All-weather design for everyday 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
Do not submerge or use under water
To avoid damaging this meter, never drop it or subject it to shock. Avoid storing it in places with high temperatures or humidity. Avoid excessive temperature changes which could cause internal condensation, resulting in malfunction.
Maintenance Notes If your meter is splashed with water, wipe immediately with a soft dry cloth. Avoid applying excessive force on the rubber seal of the battery compartment cover. Do not attempt to remove the rubber seal of the battery compartment cover. If the rubber seals surface is damaged,water or moisture may 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.

LCD Display / Basic Operation

Sekonic L-358

Quick Guide
Memory/Multi Flash Indicator Battery Indicator Measuring Modes Radio Trigger Mode ISO Display Analyzed % of Flash Indicator Exposure Compensation Digital Aperture Value, Aperture Priority, EV Brightness Difference, Average Function, EV Display LOCK LEVER LUMISPHERE RETRACTING RING
Shutter Priority Indicator, Shutter Speed & f.p.s Display Analog Scale

MEASUREMENT BUTTON

All DIP Switches are located in battery compartment EV Readout (DIP Switch 1) Set DIP Switch 1 (EV) to ON. Select Ambient Mode. Hold Mode key down and turn JOG WHEEL until EV is displayed. Multi Flash Mode (DIP Switch 2) Set DIP Switch 2 (MULTI) to ON. Hold Mode key down and turn JOG WHEEL to select Cord, Cordless or Radio Triggering Mode with MLT shown on display. Press Measure button (flash will fire) until f/stop needed is achieved. Full, 1/2 or 1/3 step display of Shutter Speed and Apertures (DIP Switches 3 & 4) Set DIP Switches as shown below. Full Step:

JOG WHEEL

BOOSTER OUTLET
AVERAGE / BRIGHTNESS DIFFERENCE ISO 1 / ISO 2

ON/OFF

MEMORY

1/2 Step:

1/3 Step:

MODE KEY

Press while turning JOG WHEEL for:
DAYLIGHT / AMBIENT MODE AUTO RESET CORDLESS FLASH MODE

OFF OFF OFF

FLASH CORD SOCKET
FLASH WITH CORD FLASH RADIO TRIGGERING MODE
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Basic Operation - Sekonic L-358
On/Off Press down power key to turn on meter. Battery icon will appear Monitors Battery level. Press and hold Power key to turn off. Set ISO 1 or ISO 2 Hold down ISO 1 or ISO 2 key while turning the JOG WHEEL. Incident meter mode Turn Lumisphere retracting ring counter-clockwise to set the Lumisphere in the full UP right position. Select measuring mode then press measure button. Reflected meter mode Mount the Lumigrid (54) or optional NP (Spot) Finder 1, 5, or 10 to the meters receptor head. Select measuring mode then press measure button. Measure Brightness / Contrast Difference Turn Lumisphere retracting ring clockwise to lower the Lumisphere to the DOWN position. Select measuring mode then press measure button. Ambient Reading Select Ambient Mode by holding down the Mode key and turning the JOG WHEEL. Press the measure button. Cord Flash Reading Select Cord Flash Mode. Connect flash cord. Press measure button,to trigger flash and measure light. Cordless Flash Reading Select Cordless Flash mode. Press measure button, trigger flash manually, meter measures light, automaticaly resets. Radio Triggering Mode (with optional RT-32 Module) Turn power OFF. Remove connector cover inside battery compartment. Insert optional RT-32 Module. Turn Power ON. Hold MODE key in while turning the JOG WHEEL to RADIO FLASH TRIGGERING MODE, a blinking channel number will appear. Turn JOG WHEEL to select channel number (press mode key to select channel and/or Quad Triggering zones a, b, c, or d available in channels 17-32). Hold MODE key in while turning JOG WHEEL clockwise to return to RADIO FLASH TRIGGERING MODE with f/stop and shutter speed. Press measure button: simultaneously fires flash and measures light.
Advanced Functions - Sekonic L-358
Memory Function Take measurement, press Memory button. Up to nine readings can be stored and displayed on the analog memory scale by repeating the procedure. A tenth measurement can also be displayed. Memory Recall Function After storing two or more readings in memory: Press and hold both MODE and MEMORY and turn JOG WHEEL to view individual stored memory readings. Averaging Function After two or more measurements are memorized, toggle the AVE./ key. Averaged exposure will be displayed in digital and analog readouts. Operates in all measuring modes. Brightness Difference Function Can be used in all modes (incident, reflected, ambient and flash). Take measurement(s), press the AVE/ key. will display. Press and hold down the Measure button. The difference between the last memorized reading or averaged reading and new area measured is displayed in +/- 1/10th steps of EV. Flash Analyzing In all flash modes: Take a flash measurement. A combined reading of both ambient and flash will be displayed. Turn the JOG WHEEL to adjust ratio between ambient and flash. Adjust aperature and shutter as required on camera. Exposure Compensation Hold in both ISO 1 and ISO 2 simultaneously and turn the JOG WHEEL to exposure compensation needed between +/- 9.9 EV Calibration Meter must be turned off. Tap power button once while holding in ISO 1 and ISO 2 keys. CAL will be displayed on panel. Turn the JOG WHEEL while holding down both ISO keys to compensate between +/- 1.0 EV. Motion Picture (CINE) Turn the JOG WHEEL (in T Priority Mode) past shutter speed 8000 to select f/s (frames per second). Press measure button. Electronic JOG WHEEL Lock and Unlock: Hold MODE key in. Toggle ISO 1 key to lock or unlock. LOc will display briefly.