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Sekonic L-608 Super Zoom Master Sekonic's newest combination light meter is the most advanced in the world. Based on the revolutionary L-508 and including all it its features, the L-608 incorporates a digital display in the zoom spot finder plus built-in diopter adjustment, an optional plug-in internal radio transmitter module that eliminates the need for cord connections while measuring flash up to 100 ft away (when flash units are used with compatible radio receivers) and flash/ambient analyzing in all flash modes. The L-608 can be tailored to the photographer's preferred settings with eleven Custom Functions-making the most commonly used features readily available when needed. Additional features include all-weather design, nine memory banks, audible buzzer for non-corded flash, plus footcandles and lux for cinematographers and much more. The L-608 is the most flexible and capable meter for those whose profession demands the finest precision light meter available.
Sekonic L-608Cine Super Zoom Master The Sekonic L-608Cine Super Zoom Master is the most advanced and latest handheld light-measuring instrument available in the motion picture and video industry. It incorporates a parallax-free Zoom Spot finder with a digital display. A built-in retractable incident Lumisphere for standard or cosine corrected light readings, provides both hemispherical and narrow angle readings. The L-608Cine will handle any situation with light reading modes such as foot-candles, lux, foot-lambert and cd/m2 and cine shutter speeds from 1 to 1000 f.p.s. Selecting settings such as the shutter angle adjustment is quick and easy with the built-in Jog wheel and soft-touch buttons. Plus, you can electronically lock jog wheel settings with a simple press of two buttons to prevent accidents.
Sekonic L-358 Flash Master Sekonic's newest compact flash and ambient meter provides great freedom combined with high precision. The L-358 Flash Master features flash/ambient analyzing in all flash modes, and an optional plug-in internal radio transmitter module that eliminates the need for cord connections while measuring flash up to 100 ft away (when flash units are used with compatible radio receivers). With options such as shutter speeds and apertures selectable in 1, 1/2 or 1/3 stop increments the L-358 makes operation most efficient by matching the displayed f/stop and shutter speed values to the photographer's camera. Additional features include all weather design, nine memory banks, a retractable lumisphere, included Lumigrid attachment for reflected metering and large cool-blue electro-luminescent backlit LCD. The slim L-358 is ideal for professional photographers, cinematographers, and dedicated enthusiasts in the studio, on location or anywhere.

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Sekonic L-508 Zoom Master The revolutionary L-508 functions as an incident meter, a zoom spot meter, and a flash meter-all combined into one rugged, compact, all-weather instrument. It offers elegant simplicity, complete functionality, and consistent exposure accuracy-replacing the traditional requirement of two separate meters and costly, detachable accessories for specific applications. The L-508 meets every exposure challenge for professional photographers, cinematographers, and dedicated enthusiasts with flexible simplicity.

Sekonic L-508 Cine Zoom Master The Sekonic L-508 Cine has all of the L-508's features plus tools specifically for the professional cinematographer. The L-508 Cine features 1-4 zoom spot, incident, foot candle, lux and footlambert measurements. Cine speeds from 1 fps to 1000 fps. Shutter angle settings range from 5 to 270. All combined into one rugged, compact, all-weather light and exposure meter. Ideal for motion picture needs, it offers elegant simplicity, with complete functionality, and consistent exposure accuracy - replacing the traditional requirement of two separate light and/or exposure meters and costly, detachable accessories for specific applications. Its brilliant, large, cool-blue luminescent panel activates automatically in low light, making it easy to see under all conditions. The L-508 Cine meets every exposure challenge for the professional cinematographer, still photographers, and the dedicated enthusiasts with flexible simplicity.
Sekonic L-718 Digi Master A multi-function digital ambient flash meter for the working pro on location or in the studio. Features 1/10 step digital and 1/2 step analog readout, multi-directional dual pivot light receptor, memory functions, and rubberized covering. Optional 5 spot and ground glass reading receptor.
Sekonic L-408 MultiMaster The world's first weather-proof, digital ambient/flash meter with built-in spot and incident meter reading, ideal for studio as well as outdoor photographers. The built-in 5 spot/viewfinder makes the L-408 fast and easy to use for instant reflected and incident readout. Unique retractable lumisphere allows hemispheric and light contrast measurement without accessories.
Sekonic L-308B II Flashmate Amazingly small, yet extremely precise, the L-308BII is a shirt pocket sized digital ambient/flash meter with built-in sliding lumidisc for reflected and incident light reading. Handy in a gadget bag or jacket, the versatile L-308BII is ideal for everday use.

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Sekonic L-328 Digilite F A compact and versatile ambient/flash meter with swivel receptor. Optional 5 spot attachment available.
Sekonic L-318B Digilite Identical to the L-328 F except for ambient light reading only. Optional 5 spot attachment available.
Sekonic L-778 Dual Spot F The world's only dual angle, cord or cordless, flash/ambient spot meter. For ultra-precise 3 or 1 spot readings for flash, ambient or mixed lighting with digital and analog readouts. Shadow/median/highlight memory functions. Dual ISO option and memory functions.
Sekonic L-164C Marine Meter II An analog reflected light meter for marine use with still or motion picture photography. It can be used for measurement near the water surface, in shallow water (10-13 feet), or at depths from 16-180 feet.

Sekonic L-398M Studio Deluxe II An industry standard for still and cinematographic ambient light reading. Swiveling light receptor. Readouts in multiple still and cine scale or direct readout with optional ISO index slides. Selenium photo cell requires no battery.
Sekonic L-246 Lux Meter Sekonic L-246 Foot Candle Meter For direct readout of foot candle reading for light balancing in theatre, studio and cinematographic applications. Swiveling light receptor.

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Sekonic L-208 Twinmaster The Sekonic L-208 compact incident/reflected light meter is small and stylish. It is ideal for the beginning or advanced amateur photographer and is perfect as a backup meter.
Sekonic L-188 Auto Leader Economical, compact match needle light meter.
Sekonic L-158 Auto-Lumi Low priced, basic light meter for amateur requirements.
The Hand Exposure Meter Book This book explains the limitations of exposure automation built into cameras, the creative exposure control only possible with full-featured hand exposure meters and why professional and serious amateur photographers cannot do without them.
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Super Zoom Master L-608/L-608

Operating Manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of a Sekonic Super Zoom Master L-608/L-608CINE Exposure Meter.
The Super Zoom Master L-608/L-608CINE is the latest addition to the extensive line of Sekonic Exposure Meters which have been market leaders. It was designed to be the ultimate meter, a do-all instrument for the most demanding pros. It is the first zoom spot meter with digital spot viewfinder readout on the market. Nine camera-quality lens elements are required to accomplish its 1 to 4 zoom range. 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. The large LCD display makes reading easy, and it 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-608/L-608CINE requires this rather extensive manual. But since you will never use all of the function at the same time, once you have learned all about it, it is simple and its use will become second nature. The Super Zoom Master L-608/L-608CINE 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.

Table of Contents

1. 2. 3. Parts Designation.... 1 Explanation of the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)... 2-3 Before Using.... 4-6 1. Attach the strap.... 4 2. Inserting the battery... 4 3. Checking battery capacity.... 4 4. Replacing battery during measurement or when using the memory function... 5 5. Auto Power Off function... 5 6. Setting main ISO film speed... 5 7. Setting second ISO film speed (ISO 2)... 5 8. Mesurement Lock and Measurement Lock Off... 6 Basic Operation.... 7-12 1. Incident or reflected spot measuring... 7 2. Setting measuring mode... 8 3. Setting DIP switches... 9 4. When set for incident light.... 10 5. When set for reflected light (spot metering).. 11 Measurment.... 13-22 1. Measuring Ambient Light... 13 1-1 Shutter Speed Priority mode... 13 1-2 Aperture Priority mode... 14 1-3 EV mode.... 15 1-4 Cinematography.... 16 2. Measuring Flash Light.... 18 2-1 Cord Flash mode... 18 2-2 Auto Reset Cordless Flash mode.. 19 2-3 Cord Multiple Flash (cumulative) mode... 21 2-4 Cordless Maltiple Flash (cumulative) mode.. 22 Advanced Functions... 24-35 1. Memory function.... 24 2. Averaging function.... 25 3. Brightness Difference function... 25 4. How to use an incident Illuminance (LUX or FC) Meter.. 27 5. How to use a reflected luminance (cd/m2 or FL) meter.. 28 6. How to use Exposure compensation function... 29 7. How to use Calibration compensation function.. 30 8. Filter compensation.... 31 9. Flash analyzing function.... 32 10. Custom setting function... 33 11. Wireless flash radio triggering system... 35 Accessories.... 38-39 Technical Data.... 40-41 Safety Guide.... 42

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10. Care and Maintenance.... 43

1. Parts Designation

q Lumisphere retracting ring w Lumisphere !4 Lock lever e Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) @6 Zoom Lens Ring @4 Eyepiece (with Diopter Adjustment) @7 Zoom Lens Protective Glass

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u Memory button !2 Power button (ON/OFF switch) !3 Mini Light Receptor Outlet !1 ISO 1 button !0 Mode set button

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r Average / EV (Brightness Difference) button t Jog Wheel

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y ISO 2 button

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@5 Memory Clear button i Flash Synchro terminal
o Strap eyelet @8 Incident/Reflected Spot Selector Switch

@0 Synchro Terminal Cap

!5 Measuring button
!6 Battery Compartment Cover
@1 Strap !7 Battery Cover Latch
!8 DIP Switches @3 Zoom Lens Cap @2 Connector cover RT-32 Radio transmitter module compartment !9 Battery Compartment

@9 1/4 Tripod Socket

2. Explanation of the Liquid Crystal Display L-608

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NOTE: For explanation purposes, the display illustrated here shows all icons and readouts simultaneously. Actual display will never show as above. Auto Electro-Luminescent Display (EL) In low light (EV 3 or less), a green backlight will automatically 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, in Cordless Flash mode or Wireless flash radio triggering mode. The Electro-luminescent backlight will automatically turn off 20 seconds after last operation. -2-

2. Explanation of the Liquid Crystal Display
q Measuring Mode Icons Ambient (see page 13) Auto-Reset Cordless Flash (see page 19) Cord Flash (see page 18) Wireless flash radio triggering mode (see page 35) Incident / Reflected Spot Function Icons (see page 7) Appears when in Incident mode Appears when in Reflected Spot mode ISO Display Displays ISO film setting Displays second ISO film setting when ISO 2 button is pressed Flash Analyzing indicator 0 to 100% in 10% increments (percentage of the 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 14) Appears when using brightness difference function (See Page 25) Appears when using Averaging function (see page 25) Appears when using EV mode (see page 15) Analog Scale Displays marks at apertures or shutter speed indicating full or half stop values (608),or full or 1/3 stop values (608 CINE) for measurement, also displays memory and 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 Shutter Priority (T) mode (see page 13) 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 16) Appears when shutter angle is set to a value other than 180 degrees (608 CINE)(see page 17) Battery Power Indicator (see page 4) Memory / Multiple Flash Indicator Display Appears when Multi (cumulative) flash measurement mode and shows the cumulated number of measurements (see page 21) Appears when reading is memorized and shows the number in memory (see page 24) Illumination mark/brightness mark Appears when Foot-Candle is selected (608/608 CINE) Appears when Lux is selected (608/608 CINE) Appears when Foot-Lambert is selected (608 CINE) Appears when Cd/m2 is selected (608 CINE) -3-

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 or her 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.
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. A3 second pause between power on and off is recommended to avoid damage to the meter. -4-
4. 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.

The spot metering area can be selected by turning the Zoom Lens ring @6 while looking through the viewfinder from the camera position.

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Take the measurement by aligning the circle inside the viewfinder with the subject area to be measured. The black circle A in the finder indicates the measurement range. The light receiving angle is 1 degree with the telephoto setting of the zoom lens and 4 degrees with the wide angle.

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(Display in spot viewfinder) < Diopter Adjustment > Turn the eyepiece @4 and adjust the diopter so that the circle in the finder is clearly visible when you look into the finder. < Step-Up Ring (Lens Hood)> (optional) The step-up ring (30.5mm 40.5mm), available as an optional accessory, makes it possible to mount step-up rings and filters. This simplifies the setting of exposure without the troublesome correction calculation of polarizing filters, etc. The step-up ring can also be used as a hood to protect the zoom lens from scratching, soiling, etc. < 2x Angle Converter > (optional) Mounting the 2x angle converter to the objective lens unit enables zoom measurements at a light receiving angle of 2 - 8.
< Lumigrid > (optional) (Receiving Angle 54) 1. Remove the Lumisphere The lumisphere unit is removed by holding both the upper and lower sections of Lumisphere retracting ring q and turning it counterclockwise while pushing the Lock lever downward.
Mount the lumigrid To mount Lumigrid, align the mount/removal indicator mark and then clockwise on the Lumigrid with the direction to secure it in place.
Take measurements by aiming the lumigrid precisely at the area of the subject to be measured from the position or direction of the camera. Follow the same procedure to mount the lumisphere.

CAUTION:

Be sure to avoid touching the light receiving sensor when mounting or removing the lumisphere or lumigrid. In case of touching it, clean with soft dry cloth.

5. Measurement

1. 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. 1-1 Shutter Speed Priority mode 1. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and turn the Jog wheel to select Shutter Speed Priority mode.

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 with custom settings. You can set aperture from 0.5 to F161. Please note that in 1/3 stop increments F0.56 is and F0.63 is displayed as. displayed as The L-608 displays the measured aperture value in either full or half stop increments on the analog scale, while L-608 CINE displays it in either full or 1/3 stop increments. Readings outside the display range or beyond the measuring range are similar to the previous instruction (see page 13). 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 1 (see page 9) to the ON position. 1. Hold down the Mode set button !0 and turn the value mode. Jog wheel t to select
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 on the analog scale. While pressing the measuring button, the meter measures continuously until it is released.

Shutter speed

EV value f stop
Reference: E.u (Exposure under) or E.o (Exposure over) on the T or F display area and Uor O on the analogscale 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 and Uor O on the analogscale blink, this indicates that the light level is beyond of the measurement range of the light meter. Adjust the lighting in this case.
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 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). [L-608] 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. [L-608CINE] The following Cine Speeds will display: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 18, 24, 25, 30, 32, 36, 40, 48, 50, 60, 64, 72, 75, 90, 96, 100, 120, 125, 128, 150, 200, 240, 250, 256, 300, 360, 375, 500, 625, 750 and 1000 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 (L-608 only). Shutter 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 80 -1/3 stop = ISO 64 +1/3: Increase ISO film speed by 1/3 stop, example: ISO 80 +1/3 stop = ISO 100 4. Press the Measuring button ! 5 to make a shutter speed value 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.

Set Measured f stop

Measured f stop on analog display
Reference: The L-608 displays the measured aperture value in either full or half stop increments on the analog scale, while L-608 CINE displays it in either full or 1/3 stop increments. Readings outside the display range or beyond the measuring range are similar to the previous instruction (see page 13).
5. Setting the shutter angle (608 CINE only). It is possible to set the shutter angle by turning the Jog wheel while pressing mode set button !0 and ISO2 button y.
Note: Shutter angle: The angle can be set in the range of 5 - 270 (in 5 steps) as well as 144 and 172. "Ang" is displayed continuously on the LCD display if the shutter angle is set to any value other than 180. Press the mode set button and ISO2 button to confirm the shutter angle since it is not displayed.
Reference: This setting is only valid when the shutter speed is set to display cine speed (f/s) in the cine mode.
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 32 for details) 2-1 Cord Flash mode 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

Percentage of flash in total exposure Measured f stop value
1/10 f stop Ambient Flash 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 trigger when you connect the Synchro cord or operate the POWER Switch. Triggering voltage is 2.0 to 400 volts. For below 2.0V, trigger flash with the cordless flash mode or wireless flash radio triggering mode, not synchro cord.
Reference: It is possible to switch the shutter speed between full, 1/2 and 1/3 stops by custom setting of the DIP switch 4 (refer to P33). 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

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 9 EV lower than the ambient light, the meter may fail to detect the light. In this case, make measurements using the flash with 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 flash with cord flash mode. Reference: Setting the shutter speed is similar to the previous instruction (see page 18). Readings outside the display range or beyond the measuring range are similar to the previous instruction. (See page 13) See page 35 for further details of Wireless flash radio triggering system.

6. Advanced Functions

1. Memory function This meter can store up to nine measured values in memory for incident light and reflected light independently. This feature can be used in the following modes; Ambient light : shutter speed priority, aperture priority (L-608 only) or EV mode. Electronic Flash light : cord, cordless or wireless flash radio triggering mode. 1. 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.
To clear the memory, press the memory clear button @5 or switch to another measurement mode. Memory Recall When the Jog wheel t is rotated while both Memory button u 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 Number of memorized value

Making a plus compensation will result in underexposing when taking a photograph. Hold the ISO1 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. The compensation will change in +0.1 EV steps up to +9.9.
Making a minus compensation will result in overexposing when taking a photograph, Hold the ISO1 button and the ISO 2 button and turn the Jog wheel clockwise. will appear on the upper right part of the The LCD. The compensation will change in -0.1 EV steps up to -9.9.
NOTE: Make compensation after a sufficient number of tests in actual photographic conditions have been made 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.
Reference: When compensation is activate, a plus (+) or minus (-) sign as well as the amount of compensation is displayed continuously on the LCD display. You can set custom settings so that a plus (+) or minus (-) sign as well as the amount of compensation doesnt appear on the LCD. (See page 33)
7. How to use Calibration compensation function Calibration compensation can be made in precise 1/10 step increments in a +/- 1.0 EV. It may be desired to match specific requirements, calibration to other meters, etc. 1. Set the measurement mode (incident light, reflected light) for the desired compensation. You can make calibration compensation independently for both incident, and reflected light. It is not possible to switch between measurement modes if the setting is not completed. To enter the calibration setting of the meter it must first be turned off. Press the power button on while holding down the ISO1 and ISO2 buttons simultaneously ; the screen will display CAL 0.0 (for calibration). The calibration setting can be changed by rotating the Jog wheel while pressing and holding down the ISO 1 and ISO 2 buttons simultaneously. A range of +/- 1.0 EV in 1/10 step increments is possible for calibration.
NOTE: When making calibration compensation, be sure that it satisfies your needs based on the results of adequate test film. While incident and reflected light can be set independently, be aware that both ambient light and flash exposure are corrected uniformly.
Reference: The calibration setting is not displayed on the main screen once it is set.

8. Filter compensation Filter compensation (1) It is possible to compensate for filter factory within a range of 5.0 EV in 1/10 steps. The measurement corresponding to the set compensation is displayed while pressing ISO2 button y. 1. 2. Select setting number 1 and item number 1 in the custom setting mode (refer to P33). Set the desired compensation by turning the Jog wheel t while pressing ISO2 button.

Display in finder

Display in finder L-608 L-608CINE Filter factor number compensation (2) (608 CINE only) 1. 2. 3. When using in cine industory, it is possible to set 7 different frequently used types of filters. Select setting number 1 and item number 2 in the custom setting mode. The symbol of the desired filter from among the 7 types can be selected by turning the Jog wheel t while pressing ISO2 button y. After filter compensation, the filter symbol and cmpensated F value or EV value are displayed while pressing ISO2 button.
Display in finder Filters, LCD Display and Corrected Value Filter Factor No. LCD display Compensated value (EV) 85 85-0.7 NDO.3 n3-1 NDO.6 NDO.9 n6-2 n9-3 85N3 A3-1.7 85N6 A6-2.7 85N9 A9-3.7
(Filter factor numbers are Kodak Wratten filter numbers.)
9. Flash analyzing 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 light, to emphasize or weaken the tungsten (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 output component is 40%, the display will be as indicated at the right. Flash reading on the analog scale will blink.

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< Example with optional 32 channels receiver > 1. Open battery compartment cover !6 , remove connector cover and set the RT-32 radio transmitter module (optional) by aligning the connector with the pins.

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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.
Switch to the Wireless flash radio triggering setting mode by using Jog wheel t while pressing mode. set button !0
3. The set channel number will blink on and off at this time. Turn the Jog wheel to set the channel setting. In the Setting mode, "ch" appears on the ISO display area. At the same time, channel numbers (1 to 16 and 17 to 32) appear on the F display area. When the channel number is 17 to 32, subchannel (A, b, c and d) settings are displayed on the T indicator. In the absence of settings, "" appears in the figures.
In sub-channel settings, after the channel is set to 17 to 32, the mode button is pressed. Following this, the 4th figure on the T display area blinks to indicate that settings may be made. Every time the mode button is pressed, the blinking settings shifts from sub-channel No. : 4th figure 3rd figure 2nd figure 1st figure channel No., while permitting settings for each subchannel. 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.
When using quad channels 17-32, it is not possible to terminate this mode unless a subchannel has been set (a, b, c or d is displayed).
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 pressed. For other settings of the measurement, see page 16. 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: 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.

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EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
THE EU DIRECTIVE COVERED BY THIS DECLARATION: Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS DECLARATION: Name: Super Zoom Master Model: L-608/L-608CINE THE BASIS ON WHICH CONFORMITY IS BEING DECLARED: The Super Zoom Master L608/L-608CINE complies with the essential requirements of the Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC on the basis of Technical Construction File Number: R-3720N assessed by the Notified Body: SGS EMC Services South Industrial Estate Bowburn Co. Durham DH6 5AD United Kingdom
Printed Name: Makoto Tomono Signed: ___________________________ Title: President Date: April 20, 2001 Note: The device makes use of a radio frequency and which is not harmonized throughout the EU.
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