1. Ifihan ati Loriview
The Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate is a compact and lightweight digital light meter designed for precise exposure measurement in various photographic and cinematographic applications. It offers dedicated modes for still photography, HD cinematography, and professional cinema, providing accurate readings for both incident and reflected light.
Aworan 1.1: Iwaju view of the Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Light Meter, displaying exposure settings.
2. Key Awọn ẹya ara ẹrọ
- Exposure Accuracy: Provides exposure readings accurate to a tenth-of-a-stop for both ambient and electronic flash light.
- Ibi Iwọn Wiwọn: At ISO 100, the ambient EV range is 0 to 19.9. Flash f/stops range from f/1.0 to f/90.9, with a shutter-speed span of 60 seconds to 1/8000th of a second (1 second to 1/500th for flash).
- Ipo Fọto: Tailored for still photographers, offering shutter or aperture priority display and comprehensive ambient and flash functions, including cord and cordless flash measurement.
- HD Cine Mode: Ideal for DSLR and mirrorless video production, enabling exposure readings and light control using shutter speeds and frame rates.
- Ipo Cine: Designed for professional cinema cameras, allowing users to select from useful frame rates and shutter angles for exposure control with tenth-stop accuracy.
3. Eto
3.1. Fifi sori batiri
The Sekonic L-308X-U requires two AAA batteries for operation. To install or replace batteries:
- Wa ideri ibi ipamọ batiri naa ni ẹhin mita naa.
- Gbe ideri ṣi silẹ ni itọsọna ti itọka tọka si.
- Fi awọn batiri AAA meji sii, ki o rii daju pe polarity (+/-) tọ bi a ti samisi ninu yara naa.
- Pa ideri batiri naa ni aabo.
Aworan 3.1: Ẹyin view of the light meter with the battery compartment open.
3.2. Agbara Tan / Paa
Press and hold the power button (usually located on the top left of the meter) to turn the unit on or off. The display will illuminate upon power-on.
4. Awọn ọna ṣiṣe
The L-308X-U offers three primary operating modes: Photo, HD Cine, and Cine. Use the MODE bọtini lati kẹkẹ nipasẹ awọn aṣayan wọnyi.
4.1. Fọto Ipo
This mode is designed for still photography. It allows measurement of both ambient and flash light. You can select between incident light (using the lumisphere) and reflected light (with the lumisphere retracted or using an optional flat diffuser).
- Ambient Light Measurement: Point the lumisphere towards the camera position for incident readings, or towards the subject for reflected readings. Press the measurement button.
- Flash Light Measurement (Cord): Connect a sync cord to the meter and the flash unit. Point the lumisphere towards the camera and trigger the flash.
- Flash Light Measurement (Cordless): Point the lumisphere towards the camera. Press the measurement button, then manually trigger the flash within the meter's standby period.
Image 4.1: Light meter with the lumisphere retracted for reflected light measurement.
4.2. HD Cine Mode
Optimized for DSLR and mirrorless video production. In this mode, you can set frame rates and shutter speeds to determine appropriate aperture values for video recording. This helps in maintaining consistent exposure across different lighting conditions.
4.3. Cine Mode
Designed for professional cinema cameras, this mode allows for precise exposure control by enabling selection of specific frame rates and shutter angles. Measurements are displayed with tenth-stop accuracy, crucial for film production workflows.
5. Itọju
- Ninu: Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the meter's body. For the display, use a lens cleaning cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or solvents.
- Ibi ipamọ: Tọ́jú ìwọ̀n mita náà sí ibi tí ó tutù tí ó sì gbẹ, tí kò sí ìmọ́lẹ̀ oòrùn tààrà àti ooru tó le koko. Tí o bá ń tọ́jú rẹ̀ fún ìgbà pípẹ́, yọ àwọn bátìrì náà kúrò kí ó má baà jò.
- Mimu: The meter is a precision instrument. Avoid dropping it or subjecting it to strong impacts.
6. Laasigbotitusita
- Mita ko ni agbara lori:
- Check if batteries are correctly inserted with proper polarity.
- Rọpo awọn batiri atijọ pẹlu awọn batiri AAA tuntun.
- Awọn kika ti ko pe:
- Ensure the lumisphere is correctly positioned for incident or reflected light measurement.
- Verify ISO settings match your camera's ISO.
- Check for any obstructions on the light sensor.
- Flash measurement issues:
- For corded flash, ensure the sync cable is securely connected.
- For cordless flash, ensure the flash is triggered within the meter's measurement window.
If problems persist, contact Sekonic customer support for further assistance.
7. Awọn pato
| Awoṣe | L-308X-U (401-305) |
| Awọn ọna wiwọn | Photo, HD Cine, Cine |
| Light Reception | Incident (Lumisphere), Reflected (Lumisphere retracted) |
| ISO Ibiti | ISO 3 si 8000 |
| Ambient EV Range (ISO 100) | 0 si 19.9 |
| Flash f/stop Range (ISO 100) | f / 1.0 to f/90.9 |
| Shutter Speed Range | 60 seconds to 1/8000th of a second (1 sec to 1/500th for flash) |
| Orisun agbara | 2 x AAA batiri |
| Awọn iwọn (H x W x D) | 4.3 x 2.5 x 0.9 inches (109 x 64 x 23 mm) |
| Iwọn | 3.52 iwon (100 g) |
| Olupese | MacGroup (for Sekonic) |
8. Atilẹyin ọja ati Support
For information regarding warranty coverage, service, or technical support for your Sekonic L-308X-U Flashmate Light Meter, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Sekonic website. Contact details for customer support are typically available on the manufacturer's webojula.
Awọn orisun Ayelujara: For additional guides, FAQs, and software updates, please visit the Sekonic Official Store on Amazon or the main Sekonic webojula.
