Sekonic RT20-01 Module manual
Transmitter
RT-20PW
RT-3PW
Operating Manual
This manual is specic for PocketWizard® operation.
Please read this operating manual so that you will fully understand the features and operation of this
product.
Keep the operating manual in a safe place for future use.
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Safety Precautions
Before using this product, please read this "Safety Precautions" for proper operation.
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
NOTE
The WARNING symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious
injury if the product is not used properly.
The CAUTION symbol indicates the possibility of minor to
moderate personal injury or product damage if the product is not
used properly.
The NOTICE symbol indicates cautions or restrictions when using
the product. Please read all notes to avoid errors in operation.
The reference symbol indicates additional information about the
controls or related functions.
Reading these is recommended.
The arrow indicates reference pages.
WARNING
Keep the materials used in this product out of the reach of children to
prevent accidental ingestion and misuse.
CAUTION
To avoid damage from static electricity, remove the static electricity from
your body by touching metals located nearby (e.g. door knob, aluminum
sash) before touching the radio transmitting module.
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Terms and trademarks
PocketWizard® is the registered trademark of LPA Design.
NOTICE
● Reproduction of all or any part of this document without permission is strictly forbidden.
● The product concerned and/or this manual may be subject to changes without prior
notication.
● The screens in this manual may differ from the actual displays of the meter you are
using. (Colors, letters, etc.)
©2017 All Rights Reserved.
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List of applicable model
This transmitter is an accessory dedicated to the following model (light meter).
Model
Transmitter Model Manufacturer/Frequency L-858D Series Serial No.
PocketWizard
RT-20PW
RT-3PW
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Intended use
This product can be used in the following situations.
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Radio wave-based ash light triggering or output power control.
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Radio wave-based modeling lamp ON/OFF or output power control.
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Intended users
The intended users of this product are as follows:
Those working in the areas of photography, lming, etc. such as photographers, who use
the ash units.
(FCC & Canada IC):
344.0 to 354.00 MHz
PocketWizard (CE & NCC):
433.42 to 434.42 MHz
JY11-XXXXXX(Canada IC)
JY1L- XXXXXX(FCC)
JY11-XXXXXX(CE)
JY1G- XXXXXX(NCC)
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Features of the RT-20PW and RT-3PW
To use the Radio Triggering Mode of the L-858D after the transmitter is installed, the ash
unit must be equipped with a radio function supported by a specied manufacturer, or a
receiver supporting the radio function must be connected to the ash unit.
Using the Radio Triggering Mode, ring a ash or adjusting the output power by yourself
can be easily accomplished.
Light source
(with a receiver built-in/
installed)
Note that a transmitter of RT-20PW or RT-3PW can support two types of radio system.
The user can select which radio system to use in the custom setting of the L-858D light
meter.
For details on each radio system, refer to the descriptions in the relevant pages.
Regulation Radio System Radio CH/Zone Function
RT-20PW
FCC &
Canada IC
RT-3PW
CE & NCC
Standard
ControlTL
Standard
ControlTL
(with the transmitter installed)
Light meter
CH1 to 32 Flash light triggering
Zone: A to D
CH1 ~ 20 Flash light output power
Zone: A to C
CH1 to 32 Flash light triggering
Zone: A to D
CH1 to 3 Flash light output power
Zone: A to C
control and modeling lamp
ON/OFF
control and modeling lamp
ON/OFF
Light source
(with a receiver built-in/
installed)
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Restrictions
There are some cautions and restrictions regarding the use of this product.
Please read and understand the following before using the meter.
NOTE
● The contents of this manual may be subject to change for the product's specication
modications and other reasons without prior notice.
We recommend that you download the latest operating manual from our website and use
this product.
URL: www.sekonic.com/support/instructionmanualuserguidedownload.aspx
● The safety-related precautions such as "Safety Guide and Maintenance" and "Safety
Precautions" conform to the legal and industry standards that were applicable at the time
this operating manual was created. Therefore, this manual may not contain the latest
information. If you are using the previous operating manual, please download and refer to
the latest operating manual.
● The product may contain printing materials such as safety-related precautions and/or
errata to supplement the operating manual.
● The contents of this operating manual can only be reproduced for non-commercial
purposes and for personal use only. However, the reproduced material must contain the
copyright notice of our company.
However, such copies must have our copyright notice as a condition.
● The screens in this operating manual may differ from the actual displays of the meter you
are using. (Colors, text, etc.)
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Accompanying Accessories
The following items are included with the transmitter. After opening the package. Please
be sure to check that all noted items are included.
If any items are missing, please contact the distributor or the reseller you purchased the
transmitter from.
Transmitter Startup Guide
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Table of Contents
■Safety Precautions
■Terms and trademarks
■List of applicable model
■Intended use
■Intended users
■Features of the RT-20PW and RT-3PW
■Restrictions
■Accompanying Accessories
1. Before Use
1-1
Installing the Transmitter
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2. About PocketWizard Wireless Technology
2-1
How to use L-858D with PocketWizard Wireless Technology
2-2
Setting the Radio System
2-3
Setting the Radio CH/Zone
2-4
Radio Triggering Mode
2-4-1
Radio Triggering Flash Mode
2-4-2
Radio Triggering Multi (Cumulative) Flash Mode
2-4-3
Flash Duration Analysis Radio Triggering Mode
3. Product Information
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4. Regulation
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5. Radio Channel Frequencies
6. Legal Requirements
7. Troubleshooting
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1. Before Use ●
1.
Before Use
1-1 Installing the Transmitter
CAUTION
To avoid damage from static electricity, remove the static electricity from
your body by touching metal objects located nearby (e.g. door knob,
aluminum sash) before touching the radio transmitting module.
The numbering below refers to the L-858D Operating Manual.
Turn OFF the meter.
1.
Unlatch e and remove the Battery cover d.
2.
Remove the Transmitter connector cover i.
3.
Align the connector pins with those of the transmitter module
4.
compartment h and insert the Transmitter.
Battery cover
d
Transmitter connector cover
i
Transmitter
Transmitter connector
cover
i
Battery cover latch
Insert the Battery cover d tabs (three) into the receiving holes in
5.
the meter body, press the cover d down and latch e it closed.
Transmitter
e
Battery cover
Battery cover latch
Connector pins Connector
Tabs (three)
d
e
Transmitter module
compartment
h
1
pins
2. About PocketWizard Wireless Technology ●
2.
Plug-in external or built-in PocketWizard receivers are required to work with the
PocketWizard wireless technology.
Once the transmitter module is installed in your L-858D, you will be able to adjust the
power level and trigger ashes to get the look you desire. For more information about the
meter, refer to the L-858D Operating Manual.
For more information about PocketWizard, go to www.pocketwizard.com.
About PocketWizard Wireless Technology
2-1
<Standard System>
PocketWizard Standard system provides simple triggering and do not allow power
control. The Standard system features 32 channels: Channels 1-16 re single trigger
signals; Channels 17-32 have four zones (A, B, C, D) which enable triggering four
separate ashes on each channel.
<ControlTL System>
When used with ControlTL receivers, the L-858D is capable of controlling the power
level of the compatible ashes connected.
The ControlTL system features 20 channels for FCC&IC version or 3 channels for
CE version, and three zones (A, B, C) allowing control of three separate ashes on
each channel.
<Radio Frequency>
To comply with local broadcast regulations, Sekonic wireless systems sold in the
various markets around the world are designed to operate at different frequencies.
Sekonic meters have built-in transmitting antennas that are specically tuned for
their market area. When purchasing and/or installing a transmitter module or using
the meter with a receiver, be sure that the meter and receiver are designed to be
used in your location and use the same frequency.
How to use L-858D with PocketWizard
Wireless Technology
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USA/North American market frequencies (FCC & Canada IC): 344.0 to 354.0MHz
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European and other market frequencies (CE, NCC or OFCA): 433.42 to
434.42MHz
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2. About PocketWizard Wireless Technology ●
NOTICE
Successful radio triggering depends on several factors. Please read these setup steps
before using the L-858D to radio trigger ash units.
1. It is the best to position the meter in sight of the radio receiver (or ash head).
2. Position the radio receiver so that it is away from large metallic objects, concrete, or
containers of water (like people).
3. Secure the radio receiver to the ash using hook-and-loop-type attachment tape or
the threaded socket on the radio. Make sure the radio’s antenna is above the ash
body or generator pack. Do not allow the receiver antenna to contact metal objects.
4. Sometimes, conditions do not allow radio reception. These could include strong
local radio interference or being near objects that block or absorb the signal.
Repositioning the radio, even slightly, can reestablish contact. Alternatively, check to
see if the radio receiver is behind objects that absorb or block radio waves, such as
concrete, metal or low hill.
5. Operation is the best when the meter to receiver distance is within 30 meters.
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2. About PocketWizard Wireless Technology ●
2-2 Setting the Radio System
In the Radio System Preference Screen, select Standard or ControlTL according to the
setting on the PocketWizard receiver.
Operation
Press the Menu Button on the meter.
1.
The Menu Screen is displayed.
Touch [Custom Setting] Button.
2.
The Custom Setting Menu Screen is
displayed.
Touch [Radio System Preference]
3.
Memory Button
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Power Button
on page 3 of the Custom Setting
Menu Screen.
The Radio System Preference Screen is
displayed.
Touch the system to use.
4.
Touch the desired radio button or an area around the item name to select the
[ControlTL], [Standard] or both.
Menu Screen Custom Setting Screen
Radio System Preference
Menu Button
Screen
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Measuring
Button
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Touch the [Close] Button.
5.
The display returns to the Custom Setting Menu Screen.
Touch the [Close] on the Custom Setting Menu Screen.
6.
The display returns to the Menu Screen.
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[Close] Button
2. About PocketWizard Wireless Technology ●
Touch the [Close] Button on the Menu Screen.
7.
The display returns to the Measuring Screen.
The selected radio system indication along with channel number and zones are
displayed on the Measuring Screen.
Cutom Setting Screen Menu Screen Measuring Screen
[Close] Button [Close] Button
Standard System, Channel (1 to 16)
Standard System, Channel (17 to 32) and Zones (A to D)
ControlTL System, Channel and Zones (A to C)
NOTICE
Set both the meter and plug-in external or built-in PocketWizard receivers to the same
system (Standard and/or ControlTL).
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2. About PocketWizard Wireless Technology ●
2-3 Setting the Radio CH/Zone
Set the radio channel and zones used on Standard System.
Operation
Touch the [Tool Box] Icon ( ) on the Measuring Screen.
1.
The Tool Box Screen is displayed.
Touch the [Next Page] Icon ( ) of the Tool Box to display the
2.
Tool Box showing “Radio CH/Zone”.
Touch [Radio CH/Zone] Button.
3.
The Radio CH/Zone Screen is displayed.
Measuring Screen
Tool Box Screen
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* When the Multiple (Cumu.) Flash Mode is
selected, the displayed information are different
from those shown above.
Tool Box Screen
Page 2
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