Sekonic C-500R User manual

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Congratulations on your purchase of a
Sekonic PRODIGI COLOR C-500R/C-500
Congratulation on your purchase of the Sekonic Prodigi Color C-500R/C-500
color meter.
Please read the operating manual carefully to properly utilize the many features
and benefits of this precision instrument.
The Prodigi Color C-500R/C-500 is the most advanced and sophisticated color
meter in the industry. Combining the latest micro-processing technology with
years of light measuring expertise, Sekonic has addressed the needs of today's
Pro digital shooter.
The Prodigi Color C-500R/C-500 is designed to offer both digital and film
shooters a new level of precision, accurate color measurement and exact
control. It is the world's first color meter to offer selectable digital or film color
sensitivity measurement. In addition, the Prodigi Color C-500R/C-500 offers the
advantage and convenience of built-in PocketWizard wireless radio triggering.
With its' large illuminated LCD screen, the Prodigi Color provides easily
selectable Kelvin settings, LB & CC filter numbers and index compensation,
LUX or Foot-Candle light measurements, selectable wireless radio triggering
channels and Quad-Triggering Zones, Custom settings and many more
desirable features.
By utilizing its four color sensors, the Prodigi Color C-500R/C-500 provides
color correction that ensures images with accurate color reproduction. Color
measurements are available for both flash and ambient light sources.
To receive the greatest benefit from the expansive features of the Prodigi Color
C-500R/C-500, it is recommended that you read the following operating manual.
This manual has been organized to help familiarize you with the full potential of
the Prodigi Color C-500R/C-500. Once you have become accustomed to the
features and functions that are most important to you, the manual may be used
as a quick reference guide.
As with all Sekonic products, the Prodigi Color C-500R/C-500 has undergone
extensive quality control throughout every step of the manufacturing process.
Please follow the recommend operating procedures for years of reliable
performance.
Thank you for investing in Sekonic.
©2007 SEKONIC Corporation All Rights Reserved.

Included Accessories
The following items are included with the Prodigi Color C-500R/C-500.
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.
Sync Terminal Cap Neck Strap
(attached to main unit)
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. : Operating Manual
Quick Guide
(this document)
Soft Case
Two AA batteries (dry cell alkaline)
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I Table of Contents
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Zi Safety Precautions POPPE TESST TTITISTTETTTTTTTTTeTTerererrer rere rer rere) 1
1. Parts Designations and Functions ee 2
1-1. Parts Designations eee eee eee eee eee ee eee eee ee eee eee ee ee 2
1-2. Parts Functions eee eee eee eee eee ee ee eee ee eee ee eee ee ee ee ee eee 3
2. Explanation of LCD screen information 4
3. Before Use PPYPTTETTTTTITISITELTTITI SITET TT TTI SITET TT ET TTT TT Tere rer rire ry) 6
3-1. Attaching the Strap Kerneenueennenueennnnneeeee nenne een nenne een nee 6
3-2. Installing the Batteries POUTUSUSITILESESILILESES ITIL SSeS TTT T See TTT 6
4. Turning the Power On PPPeeeeePeee SET eT eeeeeeeeer ere er eee ree re ere e re 7
4-1 Power ON/OFF eee eee eee eee eee eee ee eee ee eee eee eee eee ee eee Z
4-2. Checking the Battery Capacity ere ee ee eee eee eee eee eee 7
4-3. Warnings About Changing the Batteries During Measurement: +++ ++ 8
4-4. Automatic Power OFF Function eee ee ee eee eee eee 8
5. Basic Operation-----:::cc:sseeeeeeeeeeeeeeesseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees
5-1. Basic Operation Flowchart
5-2. Digital / Film Settings eee eee cena aces eee neesse een nenne
5-3. Setting the Measuring Mode
5-4. Setting the Display Mode "een
5-5. Setting the Selected Color Temperature teete 14
5-6. Setting the Shutter Speed (Flash Modes Only) ++ 15
5-7. Selecting Preset White Balance/Color Compensation‘--16
6. Measurement corrsereeee eee ett ete ete ett ete eee ete eee eeeeseeeeneeeee eens 17
6-1 i Measurement Method eesecosssoocecososeoossosssoosesssooeooooo 17
6-2 Measurement in Ambient Light Mode 18
6-3. Measurement in Cordless Flash Mode::::-- 19
6-4. Measurement in Cord Flash Mode een 21
6-5. Measurement in Wireless Radio Triggering Mode (C-500R Only): +++ 23
6-5-1. Selecting Radio Triggering Channel and
Quad-Triggering Zone Mode sernenunennnenueennenuee 23
6-5-2. Measurement in Wireless Radio Triggering Mode +: 25
6-6. Selecting Flash Measurement Range (Flash Modes Only) ++- 28
6-7. Out of Display Range / Measurement Range %7 29
6-7-1. Out of Display Range Cece cece rece cece esceseeesesseees 29
6-7-2. Out of Measurement Range ee 30

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7. Other FUNCTIONS «:-re teers eee ete eee ete eee estes eeeeeeseeseeseensens 31
7-1. Memory Function 9 vreeseeeerettsrseteretessereeees 31
7-2. Jog Wheel Lock / Release een 32
8. Menu Settings esosssscsesosssscsosoosesosossosesosossesesosossesesosses 33
8-1. Menu Reference cvrvrrrrcrecrerrectece eee ece eee ecetee eee ers n nn 33
8-2. Digital / Film Settings "een 36
8-3. Selecting Flash Measurement Range "ee 36
8-4. Preset White Balance/Color Compensation =+: 36
8-4-1. Setting and Saving Preset Data 37
8-4-2. Clearing Preset Data een 40
8-5. Custom Settings eee ee eee nennen nn nenn nun nn nennen 41
9, Optional Accessories: resseennennennnenne nennen 44
10. Specifications eesesosossssesososessesososessesososessesososessesosos 45
11. Appendix eesesecosecsesscecosessecsseccsesoseeocesecsseecsseccoesoeseoes 47
1 1-1. Glossary Senne eee m eee e eee e eee n seat eee nennen nun nennen nenn nennen 47
11-2. Exposure Correction when Using Filters --+++rr+++++++° 48
12. Cautions when Using this Product -+++--++++++++++++++- 49
FCC & IC Compliance Information een 50
Manufacturer's EC Declaration of Conformity- 51

WW) Safety Precautions
Before using this product, please read this “Safety Precautions” for proper operation.
Aw hin The warning symbol indicates the possibility of death or
arning | serious injury if the product is not used properly.
The caution symbol indicates the possibility of minor to
ZN Caution moderate personal injury or product damage if the product
is not used properly.
(Note The note symbol indicates cautions or restrictions when using
(EX note } the product. Please read all notes to avoid errors in operation.
The reference symbol indicates additional information about the
BEER controls or related functions. Reading these is recommended.
Adwarning
@Infants or toddlers may accidentally wrap the strap around their neck, so please place it in a
location out of their reach. There is a danger of suffocation.
@Infants or toddlers may accidentally swallow the sync terminal cap, so please place it in a
location out of their reach. There is a danger of suffocation.
@Do not place batteries in open flame, attempt to short them, disassemble them, apply heat to
them, or recharge them (except rechargeable batteries). They may burst and cause fires, serious
injury, or damage to the environment.
/\ caution
@Do not handle this product with wet hands, or leave it in the rain or in a location where it may
be splashed with water or come into contact with moisture. There is a danger of electric shock if
the “Cord Flash Mode” is used. This may also result in damage to the product.
@Do not attempt to disassemble the product for modification or parts replacement. Refer servicing
only to qualified and authorized personnel in case of product's malfunction.

1 Parts Designations and Functions
1-1. Parts Designations
Front View
Light
Receptor
(Flat
Diffuser)
LCD
Screen
Measuring/
OK Button
POWER
Sr
Jog
Wheel
PRESET
DISPLAY
Button
Selecting
Button
a EL:
Button
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V/sET
K
Button
61
(Selected
Color
MENU Button Temperature
Setting
Button)
Sync Terminal
Battery Cover Open
Battery
Compartment
Rear View
Memory (A)/
| BACK Button
Battery
Cover
Latch
Bottom View
Tripod Socket

1-2. Parts Functions
The following table lists the functions of each part.
No. Part Name Explanation
1 | Light Receptor Point light receptor directly at light source during reading.
(Flat Diffuser) Recommended to measure light sources individually. Head
rotates 270 degrees to aid reading.
El | LCD screen Illuminated screen displays Color temperature (Kelvin), Illuminance (FC/LUX), LB/CC index and
Filter number values. Indicates user settings for Film/Digital mode, ambientflash measurement,
selected color temperature, and preset color compensation. (See P4).
El | POWER Button Press to turn ON/OFF. Auto OFF after 20 minutes. (Selectable in custom settings).
El | PRESET Button Press and hold while turning Jog Wheel to select user-set color compensation.
Alpha numeric display to input user-set light source types. (See P16).
Note: The Preset button has no function in Display Mode when taking a color
temperature or simplified illuminance measurement.
Ei | MODE Button Press and hold while turning Jog Wheel to select Ambient/Flash measuring mode
or Wireless radio triggering (PocketWizard) channel. (See P11).
Gi MENU Button Press to enter Menu mode for setting Film/Digital mode,
Preset White Balance / Color Comp., Custom Settings,
Flash Measurement Range. (See P33).
Measuring/OK Button | Press for measurement. Used in MENU mode to select and lock.
E | Jog Whee! Turn to select modes, menus and settings.
EI | DISPLAY Selecting Press to change display to Color Temperature (Kelvin),
Button (Blue) Simplified Illuminance (FC/LUX), LB/CC index, and Filter
number values in LCD screen. (See P12).
II] | SET K Button Press and hold while turning Jog Wheel to select Selected Color
(Selected Color Temperature (Kelvin). (See P14).
Temperature Setting Note: The SET K button has no function in Display Mode when
Button) taking a color temperature or simplified illuminance measurement.
EE | Sync Terminal (with cap) | For measuring flash in Cord Flash Mode with external flash
units using optional sync cord.
IE | Memory (4)/BACK Button | Press to memorize current reading. When measuring button pressed, difference in
+/- Kelvin, +/- LB/CC Index or Filter number for MK-1 (Mired) and color filtration, +/-
FC/LUX for Illuminance is displayed.(See P31) Press as [BACK] button during
Menu mode or settings to return to previous screen.
| [E | Battery Cover Latch Latch for the Battery Cover.
| BE] | Battery Cover Secures two AA size batteries.
Tripod Socket Female mounting threads (1/4-20) for hands free mounting
on tripods, light stands or similar devices.
Strap Eyelet Used to attach the included strap.
Battery Compartment | Holds two AA size batteries.

r= Explanation of LCD screen information
Display of the C-500R/C-500*
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*This diagram is for explanation purposes.
Measuring Mode Icons
Ambient Light Mode (See P18)
Cordless Flash Mode (See P19)
Cord Flash Mode (See P21)
Wireless Radio Triggering Mode (C-500R only) (See P23)
El Battery Capacity Indicator (See P7)
A Sufficient battery life remaining.
me Low battery power remaining. Have a spare battery ready.
a | When the indicator blinks, replace the battery immediately.
EI = Measurement Range Display (See P28)
X Displayed during Flash Modes only.
RANGEL Displayed when “H” is selected.
RANGEN Displayed when “L” is selected.
SIEH
Hl Digital / Film Indicator (See P10)
DIGITAL Displayed when “Digital” is selected.
MPG Displayed when “Film” is selected.
El Selected Color Temperature Display (See P14)
550i Displays the selected color temperature.
O Shutter Speed Display (See P15)
Xx Displayed during Flash Modes only.
I, Displays the set shutter speed.
S The letter “s” indicates the shutter speed measured in full seconds.
Ex.: “1s” indicates a shutter speed of 1 second, while “60” indicates
a shutter speed of 1/60 of a second.
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7 | Preset Number / Memory (4) Display
PRESET if Displayed when selecting Preset White Balance/Color Compensation function.
(Shows preset number from 1 to 19.) (See P16)
M Blinks when the Memory (4) function is being used. (See P31)
EI Preset Name, Menu Name, Illuminance Units (Dot Matrix Display)
Dot Matrix characters appear under the following conditions:
1.In Menu Modes - Displays Menu names.
2.While White Balance/Color Compensation is being selected - Displays Preset name.
3.Simplified Illuminance Modes - Displayed only when Lux or Foot-Candle (ambient
light) measurement values are selected in the Custom Settings.
EI LB Values, Color Temperature Values, Wireless Radio
Triggering Mode Channel Setting (C-500R only)
Depending on the Display Mode, LB index, LB filter number, measured color temperature,
or Wireless radio triggering mode channel settings (C-500R only) are displayed.
The simplified illuminance Mode only displays when Lux or Foot-Candle (ambient light)
measurement values are selected to display in the custom settings mode.
In case of an out of display range or out of measurement range error, [iader] or [Auer]
appears. (See P29)
Under Displayed if value is lower than display range.
Blinks if value is lower than measurement range (too dark) or color temperature
value is too low.
Duer Displayed if value is higher than display range.
Blinks if value is higher than measurement range (too bright) or color temperature
value is too high.
CC Value Display (See P12)
Depending on the selected display mode, either the CC Value, Index or CC filter number is displayed.
If the measured value exceeds the display range, an out of display range Icon [U] or [O]
appears (See page 29)
LI Displayed if value is lower than display range.
Blinks if value is lower than measurement range (too dark) or color temperature
value is too low.
Displayed if value is higher than display range.
Blinks if value is higher than measurement range (too bright) or color temperature
value is too high.
Wireless Radio Triggering Mode Channel and Quad-triggering
Zone Setting Display (C-500R only) (See P23)
Displayed during Wireless Radio Triggering Mode
For channels 1~16, displays selected main channel.
For channels 17~32, displays selected main channel (17~32) and
Selective Quad Triggering zones (A~D).
Automatic Electro-Luminescent (EL) Backlight on LCD screen
If the lighting conditions are dark (approx. EV6, 160lx, 15FC or darker), the LCD screen will automatically illuminate when the
Measuring/OK button is pressed. While making or waiting for Cordless flash mode or Wireless radio triggering mode, the
LCD screen will not automatically illuminate to avoid interference with the measurement.
The LCD backlight will automatically turn off after 20 seconds if none of the buttons have been pressed. If it becomes
necessary to illuminate the LCD backlight, cover the Light receptor (with your hand) and press the MODE button to turn it on.
<Note>Due to the function of EL, it may emit a small typical sound, however, it is not functional default, and no problem as
feature.
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3 Before Use
3-1. Attaching the Strap
1) Pass the strap (included) through the outer
hole of the strap eyelet IH.
2) Pass the opposite end of the strap through
the loop at the end of the strap.
Aawarning
Infants or toddlers may accidentally wrap the strap
around their neck, so please place it in a location out of
their reach. There is a danger of suffocation.
3-2. Installing the Batteries
1) Prepare two AA batteries.
2) Slide the battery cover latch IH in the direction of Battery Cover Il
the arrow and remove the battery cover H.
3) Insert the batteries according to the “+” and “-”
symbols in the battery compartment H.
*As shown in the diagram to the right, please note both
positive sides of the batteries are facing in the same direction.
4) While lining up the two tabs on the battery cover M,
press the battery cover [J back into place from above.
Aawarning
Do not place batteries in open flame, attempt to short them,
disassemble them, apply heat to them, or recharge them (except
rechargeable batteries). They may burst and cause fires, serious
injury, or damage to the environment.
/N Caution
@Please insert the batteries minus “.” side first. When removing
the batteries, remove them plus “+” side first.
@Do not use batteries with any other rating than the one Battery Cover Latch I
specified. Also, do not mix old and new batteries.
@If the meter will not be used for an extended period of time, it
is recommended to remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage caused by battery leaking.

A Turning the Power On
4-1. Power ON/OFF
Power ON: Press the POWER button El.
The meter will turn on and the LCD screen i, =
will display "Wait..." while the meter runs a
self-test. Once the self-test is completed the
LCD screen displays the measuring screen.
Depending on the mode selected, the Or er
“EET or “DIGITAL” icon will blink for about 2 3
5 seconds. P uly
Power OFF: Press and hold the POWER button El in for ee
1 second or longer and the meter will turn off. POWER button EI
(Note )
@Please wait 3 seconds between repeated power on and power off sessions.
@If the LCD screen shows no display, check the battery capacity indicator (See Section 4.2 -
Checking the Battery Capacity below). Also check for proper battery insertion (Pos/Neg
positioning).
@ All settings and measurements made during use are saved in memory even after the meter is
powered off.
4-2. Checking the Battery Capacity
When the power is turned ON,
he LCD ill sh [Reference]
the Screen u = owa @When the batteries are out of power and the
battery capacity indicator. meter is turned ON, the LCD screen will appear
and then turn off immediately. This is an
IWA, Sufficient battery power indication that the batteries are depleted and they
should be replaced immediately. Having spare
remaining. batteries on hand is recommended.
CE L batt @When the meter is continuously used at room
ow battery power temperature, the battery life with alkaline
remaining. Have a spare batteries should last 12 hours (based on our
testing).
Erz battery ready @Due to temperature and length of time stored, the
a | When the indicator blinks, batteries included with this meter may have a
TTS shorter live span.
replace the battery
immediately.

4-3. Warnings about Changing Batteries during Measurement
1) Please make sure the power is OFF when replacing batteries.
2) If an unexpected display appears on the LCD during battery replacement
or measurement, ie. settings other than selected, or if the meter does not
respond when a button is pressed, remove the batteries, wait at least 10
seconds, and then re-install them.
4-4. Automatic Power OFF Function
To save battery capacity, the meter will automatically turn off 20 minutes
after the last button is pressed.
@ All settings and measurements are saved in memory even after the meter has automatically
turned off. When the power is turned ON, they will be displayed again.
@The automatic power off time setting can be selected according to your needs in custom settings
(See P41)
@If the POWER button is pressed and held when the power is off, the meter will turn ON for about
1 minute, and then turn OFF automatically. (Battery capacity can be saved even if the POWER
button is pressed during transport.)

5 Basic Operation
5-1. Basic Operation Flowchart
Power ON : C-500R only
| I | *PocketWizard® receivers or transceivers
are necessary to measure.(See P23)
Digital / Film setting (See P10)
Select Measuring mode
(MODE button E + Jog wheel E ) (See P11)
Ambient Light | |@Cordless Flash | Cord Flash Wireless Radio
Mode (See P18) | | Mode (See P19) Mode (See P21) Triggering Setting Mode
(See P23)
Select the triggering channel
and Quad triggering zone
(See P23)
Wireless Flash Radio
Triggering Mode
(See P25)
Digital/Film mode |_| Digital mode Digital/Film mode Digital mode
+ Simplified Illumination} | * Visual color - LB filter numbers - LB/CC index
(Ix, FC) temperature/CC index| | + CC filter numbers Film mode
(in Ambient mode| | Film mode = + LB index/CC
only) * Photographic filter numbers
color temperature
Y $
Selected Color Temperature Setting (See P14)
| Connect sync cord (Optional)
v
Select shutter speed (Jog wheel El) (See P15)
y ý v
Measure (Measuring/OK button EA)
Y Y Y
Within 90 seconds,
trigger the flash Flash is triggered automatically
manually
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Measured/Indicated value is displayed
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5-2. Digital / Film Settings
Depending on what type of camera is being used, 25
select "Digital" or "Film" mode. = ==
1) Press the MENU button Bl to enter the Main a
Menu. (Shown on the dot matrix display) =
2) Turn the Jog wheel to display “DIGI/FILM’ . ER) ml
3) Press the Measure/OK button WA to select the Ss on =
FILM setting. The DIGITAL orim 22 _ ool ee
Icon will blink. g& Ö 3
4) Turn the Jog wheel E to select either DIGITAL Q 8 |
or IM. O O
5) Press the Measuring/OK button RA to save the A
setting. (You will return to the Main Menu.) HENUA
6) Press either the Memory (4)/BACK button IH, or the
MENU button El to return to the measurement screen.
Main Menu screen ———— Sub-menu selection screen
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DIGITAL a
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Confirm
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Main Menu Name
(ÜKNate )
@1f "Digital" is selected, settings based on digital camera characteristics (visual color temperature)
are displayed; if "Film" is selected, settings based on film camera characteristics (photographic
color temperature) are displayed.
@Please note that color reproduction will be inaccurate if "Digital" is selected when using a film
camera, or vice versa.
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5-3. Setting the Measuring Mode
Select the correct measuring mode for the type of
light source to be measured.
mF fe man
While pressing the MODE button El, turn the Jog
wheel El to select the measuring mode to be used.
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&8 Ambient Light Cordless Flash GeCord Flash Mode ! GyWireless Radio
Mode 4—>| Mode (See P19) |—p| with sync code <4— Triggering Mode
(See P18) (See P21) | (See P23)
(C-500R only)
(Nate )
@If you change measuring mode settings, the measurement data will be erased.
[Reference]
@“ Ambient light” includes continuous light sources such as natural light (sunlight), tungsten lamps
or fluorescent lights.
@ Flash light” includes brief and intense burst of light sources such as electronic flash units or
flash bulbs.
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5-4. Setting the Display Mode
The C-500R/C-500 has four different display modes: Color temperature, LB index
and CC index, LB filter number and CC filter number, and simplified illumination. re mm
Press the blue DISPLAY selecting button to select the desired display. The / cc
display mode will change each time the DISPLAY selecting button is pressed.
[Reference]
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reading
is
made,
the
display
modes
can
be
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Display Modes when using “Digital” mode:
@Visual color temperature / CC index (displayed in K and CC)
Visual color temperature - - - This displays the actual color
temp in K (Kelvin) of a scene based on the visual spectrum
of the human eye or typical digital camera sensor. This
measurement can be directly be entered into the
color temp setting of your digital camera.
CC index - - - The displayed CC (Color Correction Value) provides the
necessary color correction, if the measure
light source is overly bias towards a particular color.(1 CC index = 2.5 CC
filter number)
@LB filter number / CC filter number (displayed as LB an B&F oom SEDER
FILTER and CC FILTER) co eM
Select this display when using Kodak Wratten or LEE aaa
filters to adjust the light source to the ane
selected color temperature. (see P48). Fujifilm
Visual Color Temperature + CC Index
j i j LB Filter No. + CC Filter No.
ee can be selected in custom settings. (Display in Kodaki LEE Filters)
Hote )
@Due to the characteristic of digital sensor, there might be a possibility that enough effect of
filters are not obtained.
@LB index / CC index EB 4 fofr oema
LB index - - - Displayed in MK" (LB index increments is selectable in
custom settings. See P41). Select this display mode when using filters
compensated in LB Index values.
CC index - - - The displayed CC (Color Correction Value) provides the
necessary color correction, if the measure light source is overly bias LB Index + CC Index
towards a particular color. (1 CC index = 2.5 CC filter number)
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@Simplified illuminance in ambient light mode mtr
Select this display when you measure the brightness
of a continuous light source. The measurement
will be displayed as Ix (Lux) or FC (Foot-candle) as
selected in the custom settings mode (See P 41)
Illuminance Measurement
(Display in lux)
(Note )
@The simplified illuminance value displays the first 3 digits of the measured value, and is used
as a reference for consistent light amount for photography, video or cinematography
applications. It is not recommended to use for actual exposure values or calibration purposes.
Display Modes when using “Film” mode:
@ Photographic color temperature (displayed in K)
This displays the actual color temp in K (Kelvin) ofa
scene based on the sensitivity of traditional
film. The measured values are similar to other
photographic color temperature meters.
@LB filter number / CC filter number (displayed as LB
FILTER and CC FILTER)
Select this display when using Kodak Wratten or LEE
filters to adjust the light source to the
selected color temperature. (see P48). Fujifilm
LBB/LBA filters can be selected in custom settings. LB Filter No. + CC Filter No.
(see P41). (Display in Kodak/LEE Filters)
@LB index / CC filter number (displayed as LB and CC IHR
FILTER)
LB index - - - Displayed in MK" (LB index increments
can be selectable in custom settings. See P41). Select
this display mode when using filters compensated in
LB Index values. LB Index + CC Filter no.
CC filter number - - - Displayed in Kodak Wratten or
LEE Color Compensation filters(see P48). Fujifilm CC
filters can be selected in custom settings. (see P41).
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@Simplified illuminance in ambient light mode
Select this display when you measure the brightness
of a continuous light source. The measurement
will be displayed as Ix (Lux) or FC (Foot-candle) as
selected in the custom settings mode (See P 41)
(Note )
llluminance Measurement
( Display in lux)
@The simplified illumination values display the first 3 digits of the measurement values, and is
used as a reference for consistent light amount in photography, video or cinematography
applications. It is not recommended to use for actual exposure values or calibration purposes..
@1 MK" is equivalent to 1 Mired. (See P47)
@The unit of "MK?" is now used based on the International System of Units (SI) The latest unit
is adopted to Prodigi Color C-500R/500.
5-5. Setting the Selected Color Temperature
A target color temperature (Kelvin number) can be set according to your
color balancing needs. After setting, indicated value for either LB/CC filter
number display or LB/CC index display mode will display the filtration
needed to achieve the target color balance. The selected color
temperature is displayed in the upper right hand corner of the LCD screen.
@The selected color temperature will not be displayed and
cannot be changed if the display mode is showing the meas-
ured color temperature or simplified illuminance values.
While pressing the SET K button J, turn the Jog
wheel El to set the selected color temperature.
DIGITAL efik
Measurement
screen
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LB Index + CC index
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SET K Button

Digital mode
@Set the meter to the same color temperature, that was selected in your camera. Please note
that many digital cameras reproduce color better at certain color temperature settings. If
your work requires optimum color reproduction and high color fidelity, select the camera
manufacturers recommended color temperature for best color reproduction. (Please refer to
your digital camera's operating manual.)
@Depending on your preferences, you can set the color temperature from 2,500K~10,000K in
steps of 100K. (1OMK™ can be selectable in custom setting. See P41.)
@For convenience, use the preset white balance color compensation function for the digital
camera's preset white balance (See P36)
Film mode
@Set the selected color temperature of the type of film you are using.
Daylight type: 5,500K
Tungsten Type-A: 3,400K
Tungsten Type-B: 3,200K
@Depending on your preferences, you can set the color temperature from 2,500K~10,000K in
steps of 100K.
5-6. Setting the Shutter Speed (Flash Modes Only)
In flash mode, set the shutter speed before taking a flash measurement.
Lower speeds will include color from any ambient light.
Higher speeds will register more of the flash color. Dabo ae
Turn the Jog wheel El to select the shutter speed.
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Ex.: 0.4s indicates a shutter speed of 0.4 seconds,
while 60 indicates a shutter speed of 1/60 of a second.
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@Select a shutter speed range that will synchronize with your camera and flash system.
@If the shutter speed setting is changed in the meter, all previous measured data will be deleted.
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@Shutter speeds can be changed in increments of Full, 1/2 and 1/3 steps in the custom settings.
(See P41)
@Shutter speeds are selectable from 1 to 1/500 of a second. Special shutter speeds of 1/75, 1/80,
1/90, 1/100, 1/200 and 1/400 of a second are provided after you go pasted 1/500th of a second.
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