Operating Instructions Digiflash Exposure meter for flash and ambient light 15136 1/05.
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Contents 1 The functioning of the Digiflash . 4 1.1 Preparation and self-test ................ 4 1.2 Incident light and reflected light ...... 5 1.3 Duration of read-out in display ....... 5 2 Functions of the Digiflash ........... 6 2.1 Setting the film speed ..................... 6 2.2 Exposure measuring ambient light . 7 2.2.1 Read-out of the values measured .. 7 2.3 Flash measurement ....................... 8 2.3.1 Setting the sync speed (meas. time) 8 2.3.2 Measuring ...................................
1 The functioning of the Digiflash 1.1 Preparation and self-test Battery The Digiflash is powered by a 3 V Lithium battery, type CR 2032. When the battery is running low, BAT appears in the display. – The battery should be replaced as soon as possible. When BAT is shown alone in the display, the battery will need to be replaced before further measurements are possible. – To replace the battery, pull out the battery compartment located under the eyelet for the carrying cord.
be shown as set by the factory. Standard settings ISO 100/21° COR 0 ambient EV 8 t 1/125 flash EV 12 1.2 Incident light and reflected light Incident light method For the incident mode, the diffusor is to be shifted to the left and placed in front of the measuring aperture. Taking measurements using the incident light mode in particular produces in most cases perfectly exposed shots. In this mode, the DF measures from the subject towards the camera.
2 Functions of the Digiflash Press the function button for selecting the individual functions of the Digiflash. Each time the button is pushed, the next function will be activated. The display panel will show the functions in the following sequence: • • • • • • Ambient light Flash light Timer Watch Alarm clock Temperature The next function will only be activated after the Function button has been released.
– Confirm the speed you selected by pushing the Function button until the OK-signal sounds and the Digiflash returns to the function "Exposure ambient light". The film speed is shown in the upper right corner of the display. 2.2 Exposure measuring ambient light – Use the Function button to select the function „Exposure measuring ambient light“. – The measurement is taken by briefly pressing down the measuring key M. 2.2.1 Read-out of the values measured The EV value measured will appear in the display.
– Transfer that EV value from the display to the setting window in the calculator rings and place it precisely under the red indicator line. – All the suitable combinations of aperture (f-stops) - t (shutter speeds) can now be seen at the upper part of the circular scales (see previous example). 2.3 Flash measurement 2.3.1 Setting the sync speed (measuring time) – Press the function button for selecting the function „flash measurement“.
– Trigger the flash. – Transfer the value measured from the display to the window in the printed scales above and set it precisely under the red indicator line. – Read the f/stop in the upper part of the scale opposite the sync speed you had preselected (for 1/90 read between 1/60 and 1/125). 2.3.3 Fill-in Flashes You will find the right combination in two steps: In the second step, you determine the fill-in flash by measuring the flash in the incident mode.
2.4 Taking a measurement outside the measuring range The Digiflash will not produce any useable readings outside its measuring range: in the display Eu (too dark) or En (too bright) will appear. 2.5 Contrast measurements – Use the Function button to select the function "Exposure ambient light". – Keep the measuring key M pressed down and the meter will switch over to contrast measurement. Continue holding down the key to measure various other areas in the subject.
2.6 Setting correction values In order to deliberately change the exposure of your photos, you may adjust the factory calibration. – Remove the battery from the Digiflash and press one of the buttons (battery memory will be deactivated). Put the battery back in the compartment. The meter will then make the self-test. – During this test, keep the measuring key and also the function button pressed down until the accoustic signal sounds. Release the key to enter the CORRECTION function.
2.7 Function TIMER A timer function is provided in the Digiflash, useful for long exposure or other timings ranging from one second to thirty minutes. – Use the function button to select the function TIMER and hold it down until the OK-signal sounds. The display shows the last value used. The read-out will show the "minutes" and will flash to allow the countdown timer to be adjusted. – Use the key M to enter the desired time in minutes. – Confirm by pushing the function button.
2.8 Watch/Alarm clock WATCH – Setting the time – Use the function button to select the function WATCH and hold the key down until the OK-signal will sound. 12/24 will flash. – To pause the count-down, push the measuring key; pressing it again will restart the count-down. The timer will work in the background so that you can use other measurements. GOSSEN Foto- und Lichtmeßtechnik – With the function button select either 12 hours (AM/PM) – 24 hour display. – Confirm with the function button.
– Use the key M to set the hours and confirm with the function button. The read-out "minutes" in the display will flash. – Use the key M for setting the minutes. To confirm settings hold down the function button until the OK-signal is heard. ALARM CLOCK – Use function button to enter the function "ALARM CLOCK" and hold it pressed down until the OK-signal will sound. The time of the alarm clock is set in the same way as the watch. – Hold the function button until the OK-signal sounds.
2.9 Measuring temperatures – Use the function button to select the function TEMPERATURE and hold the button pressed down until the OK-signal sounds. To change between °C or °F read-outs, press and hold the function button until the display changes. 2.9.1 Min./Max. temperatures When repeatedly pressing the measuring key, the minimum (Lo) and maximum (Hi) temperature values will be indicated. The minimum and maximum values indicated are those that have been measured since the last cancellation operation.
3 Service and repairs In the event that your Digiflash is not working to your complete satisfaction, please send it to: GOSSEN Foto- und Lichtmeßtechnik GmbH Thomas-Mann-Str. 16-20 D - 90471 Nürnberg or to the GOSSEN agency in your country.
4 Technical data Exposure meter Measuring modes Light sensor Film speeds Ambient light Flash light (non cord) Incident light method Reflected light method Contrast measurem. sbc photo diode Meas. range ambient light (when ISO 100/21°) EV 0 to 18 Shutter speeds 1/2000 s to 4 min Apertures f/1 to f/32 ISO 6 to 3200 in 1/3 increments Measuring angle reflected light mode approx.
Display Digital read-out of measuring values and analogue scales Accessories incl. Battery, carrying case, cord, instruction manual Duration of read-out The DF will always display the last function used Optional accessory Mounting clip for camera shoes Order code V069A Battery 1 x 3 V Lithium battery CR 2032 Operating temp. –10 °C ... 60 °C Dimensions 75 x 50 x 23 mm Weight 40 g incl.
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