Discontinued sekonic l478d litemaster pro lightmeter. Once recorded, the processed tiff or jpeg image files are imported into sekonics dts software for processing and mapping. Go to the update section inside the dts software and update it to 3. Sekonic dts software profile your digital camera dslr or. Using the sekonic l758dr light meter and sekonic exposure target plus free data transfer software, you can profile your digital camera. The meter can be set back to the default profiles in one of two ways. You can use sekonics data transfer software and either sekonic or xrite brand targets to quickly and easily calibrate the l478dru can be quickly calibrated to your camera. Sekonic litemaster pro l478dru light meter for pocketwizard. Sekonic data transfer software for l758dr and l758. I have a number of queries in regards to options for grey cards in order to calibrate the l758dr meter. At present the only way i seem to get accurate results is to export a 16 bit tiff file in prophoto rgb. The l478d can be quickly calibrated to your camera using sekonic s data transfer software and either sekonic or xrite brand targets or by manually inputting data to the dts program or on the meter itself. Sekonic introduction to dts digital transfer software youtube. Looking for the latest firmware, software or manuals.
Mar 20, 2008 elmsford, ny march 18, 2008 sekonic announced the release of new data transfer software for the l758dr exposure meter. What you are doing with the dts software is programming the sekonic meter by supplying a profile that has recorded how the camera system responds and records light hitting the sensor. Sekonic have been making light meters for over 60 years, and have been a popular choice. It is the first of its kind capable of measuring flash duration and brief flash bursts like you find from hss high speed sync for precision flash control. For support in the us your best bet is to call the number given on the sekonic support page and ask for lorenzo gasperini. Sekonic litemaster pro l478 series startup manual pdf. Sekonic light meters are invaluable camera tools for professional and amateur photographers. Sekonic litemaster pro l478druel exposure meter works with. Sekonic introduces new litemaster pro light meters. These devices help photographers to measure several things, giving them accurate information about shutter speeds and other data. Sekonic l758d light meter camera profiles podcast 501 martin.
Sekonic data transfer software for l758dr and l758 cine. Make sure you have the sekonic dts software installed first. Sekonic dts profile for your light meter 3 steps and the three step process that i use involves exporting, evaluating, and processing the files. Along with the sensors dynamic range, it records the unique variations of your digital camera, such as the effects of. Exporting a srgb jpeg seems to screw the exposure compensation sent to the light meter. Dec 23, 2019 i would be very interested to learn how this all ties in with sekonic dts software. Subscribe we use cookies to make sure you get the best experience on our website. Sekonic l758d light meter camera profiles podcast 501. Sekonics dts simplifies exposure and meter calibration and by using the xrite colorchecker passport with sekonic gray balance card and sekonics data transfer software version 3 you can create an exposure profile and map out the dynamic range of your dslr or digital video camera. The only method or resetting the meter s software not resetting defaults, just clearing glitches, etc.
The pentax only offers a sensitivity of 1ev 100iso, so metering 20 minute exposures is going to be a bit of a problem with it. Please contact a keh photography expert to discuss similar options. Sekonic announces upgrade to its data transfer software the. Leveraging over 60 years of experience in the imagemaking world with cuttingedge technology, the sekonic speedmaster l858du has. I give sekonic permission to provide me with information about their products and services, and related product and services from sekonics affiliates.
Sekonic litemaster pro l478d smart light meter ebay. How to create a sekonic dts profile for your light meter video. The profiles below can be used in any of the sekonic meters that are compatible with the dts software. May 06, 2008 sekonic has announced the release of new data transfer software for the l758dr exposure meter. Sep 26, 2012 both the l478dr and l478d are fully firmware upgradeable and use sekonics breakthrough data transfer software dts system that automates meter calibration to the camera in use. For the exporting step im just exporting out the stills from a number of different applications. Apr 10, 2012 using the sekonic l758dr light meter and sekonic exposure target plus free data transfer software, you can profile your digital camera and lens combinations. Sekonic litemaster pro l478dru light meter for pocketwizard system mfr. In addition, an array of unique cine features put these meters in a class of their own. Both use sekonics breakthrough dts data transfer software system that automates meter calibration to the camera in use and has expanded cine features that put these meters in a class of their own. The l478 series offer the following languages in the interface. Measured data from industrystandard targets can also be entered manually.
Apr 18, 20 the special sekonic gray balance card is necessary to make a reflected light measurement with the l478 accessory 5degree viewfinder needed for a full dts calibration. Jul 10, 2008 using the sekonic l758dr light meter and sekonic exposure target plus free data transfer software, you can profile your digital camera and lens combinations. By running an easy calibration test using sekonic s l758dr, one of sekonic s exposure profile targets purchased separately and the available dts v3. Its highresolution measuring system, featuring cmos sensor, capture and displays spikes in light source output to provide unsurpassed color measurement accuracy. The sekonic l858du speedmaster light meter is the first meter of its kind capable of being able to achieve an accurate ambient exposure reading in dimly lit scenes as low as 0.
At current new prices, the pentax meter is also grossly overpriced, especially when you look at the extra features and functions offered by the sekonic 758. Along with the sensors dynamic range, it records the unique variations of your digital camera, such as the effects of shutter speed and aperture. Established in 1951, the first sekonic brand exposure meter introduced was the revolutionary sekonic p1. Litemaster pro l478 series measuring instruments pdf manual download. However, i found that by running the autoupdateutility in the sekonic folder that is created when you install the dts software, the autoupdate. North white plains, ny june 4, 2012 sekonic announces today a free downloadable upgrade to its data transfer software dts allowing for automated dslr and digital video camera meter calibration. The l478 meters can be quickly calibrated to your camera using sekonics data transfer software and either sekonic or xrite brand targets or by manually inputting data to the dts program or on the meter itself. The software is used to create and edit camera exposure profiles and then transfer them to the l758dr for extremely accurate control of exposure. Sekonic bundles l478ddr with xrite colorchecker passport in. How to create a sekonic dts profile for your light meter.
View and download sekonic litemaster pro l478 series startup manual online. Sekonic litemaster pro l478druel exposure meter works. Sekonic dts software profile your digital camera dslr or film. I bought a sekonic l758dr light meter and rather than purchasing the very expensive sekonic exposure target i or ii for calibration, i opted for the much more useful xrite color checker passport. Im pretty sure its available for both pc and mac os. Discussing sekonic l758dr not been detected by dts. Using the sekonic l758dr light meter and sekonic exposure target plus free data transfer software, you can profile your digital camera and lens combinations. Save up to 40% off retail price and get a 180day warranty. In the software you can adjust any of the profiles you have created, add more or delete the ones you do not want. The l478d can be quickly calibrated to your camera using sekonics data transfer software. Full featured ambientflash modes including new tf mode. Jul 11, 2008 sekonic dts software video from inside digital photo tv via july 2, 2008 see phil bradon explain the new sekonic dts software, how to profile your digital camera and lens for total exposure accuracy, and the l758dr light meter featured on. Then select images and press ok to watch the sekonic data transfer software program graph the dynamic range of your dslr camera. Sekonic litemaster pro l478d operating manual pdf download.
I give sekonic permission to provide me with information about their products and services, and related product and services from sekonic s affiliates. The l478 meters can be quickly calibrated to your camera using sekonic s data transfer software and either sekonic or xrite brand targets or by manually inputting data to the dts program or on the meter itself. Mar 20, 20 if you attach your meter to your computer and then open the sekonic data transfer software you will see all of the profiles you have created as well as the camera default setting for the meter. Meter is not getting detected and displayed as icon on the update window even the firmware version for meter is displayed as request you to please help what needs to be done so that the meter is detected. Up to 3 camera profiles can be stored in the meter. In the sekonic dts software manual it states the exposure profile target ii will provide a smoother calibration. Sekonic l478d lightmaster pro lightmeter richmond camera shop. Elmsford, ny march 18, 2008 sekonic announced the release of new data transfer software for the l758dr exposure meter. Dec 30, 2015 the latest version of sekonic s dts for mac 5. Utilizing free software from sekonic and xrite, photographers can easily create. The bundle also includes software to calibrate the meters and create. Sekonic introduces new dts software for l758dr meter. Sekonic l758dru digitalmaster light meter for pocketwizard.
Sekonic speedmaster l858du is the worlds first multifunction, multibrand wireless triggering light meter. Sekonic l28c2 studio deluxe light meter at keh camera. Buy and sell used sekonic camera equipment at keh camera. The first meter of its kind capable of measuring flash, while also being able to achieve an accurate ambient exposure reading in dimly lit scenes as low as 0. The l478d can be quickly calibrated to your camera using sekonics data transfer software and either sekonic or xrite brand targets or by manually inputting data to the dts program or on the meter itself. Full information spot viewfinder the 1degree spot meter has a broad reading range from ev 1 to ev 24. Connect the meter to the computer via the usb cable an turn on the meter. Sekonic introduces new dts software for l758dr meter shutterbug staff may 6, 2008 sekonic has announced the release of new data transfer software for the l758dr exposure meter. Sekonic is bundling the special colorchecker passport with the sekonic l478ddr meters and making special purchasers available to early purchasers of the l478ddr who have. Each meter features a distinctive, signaturecolor rubber surround and name badge for the flash brand it.
Sekonic l858du speedmaster light measurement control. By running an easy calibration test using sekonics l758dr, one of sekonics exposure profile targets purchased separately and the available dts v3. Midwest photo sekonic litemaster pro l478du light meter. Dts will auto close and reopen after this update and then your light meter.
Sekonic dts software profile your digital camera dslr. You can also manually input data to the dts program or on the meter itself. Sekonic announces upgrade to its data transfer software. Sekonic today announced a free downloadable upgrade to its data transfer software dts allowing for automated dslr and digital video camera meter calibration. The l478d can be quickly calibrated to your camera using sekonic s data transfer software. After processing, a usb cable is used to transfer the data to one of the sekonic l758 meters.
Fatal error with sekonic data transfer software flash and. A fullspectrum color meter, the c700ru can precisely measure led, hmi, fluorescent sources, newstyle plasma lamps as well as tungsten lamps, natural light and electronic flash. Get the latest on promos, product updates and new software for your meters. He also created light meter profiles for you to download for free. Along with this increased light sensitivity there are also extended iso up to iso,107,200 and shutter speed ranges. Fatal error with sekonic data transfer software flash. Spotmeter pentax vs sekonic 758d photography forums.
Jun 07, 2008 issue is when i connect my l758dr to my macbook followed by opening the dts software try to update and check for firmware. Sekonic litemaster photographic light meter 72 pages. Sekonics dts system simplifies exposure and meter calibration using. Once input or downloaded, they can be edited, named and easily called up for use at any time. Sekonic l858du speedmaster light meter samys camera. Page 1 litemaster pro l478d l478dr operating manual page 2 custom setting function in the data transfer software. Find great deals on ebay for sekonic light meter and sekonic light meter 308. Presumably this is closest to the raw file displayed by lightroom. Sekonic litemaster pro l478d light meter and xrite 401478ccpp. In 1984, the sekonic digipro x1 and l518 meters were taken into space on the nasa space shuttle.
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