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Model TK-79 exposure meter User manual

User manual for Model TK-79 exposure meter. 6 pages in English. Read the original PDF, download or print a copy without registration.

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Brand: Various brands
Model / document: Model TK-79 exposure meter
Document type: User manual
Language: English
Pages: 6
File size: 1.1 MB
Category: Light meters
Document date: Not specified in catalog

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EXPOSURE METER





      MATCH-IIEEDlE
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  INSTRUCTIONS

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Automatic Match-Needle Reading System Easy to Handle.
Extremely Sensitive & Durable.


        ,       SPECIFICATIONS

    Reflected Light Measuring Method.
   Angle of Acceptance of the Meter: 50 degrees.
    Sensitivity Range: from 6EV to ITEVwith 100 ASA.

   Numbers: ASA Film Speeds: from 6 to 6400
           DIN Film Speeds: from 9 to 37
               F. Stop: from fl to 82
               Shutter Speeds: from 8 sc. to U2000 sec.
               Cine: 16 f.p.s.

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       DESCRIPTION OF EACH PART





1. Photocell Window         8. EV-Indicator
2. Pointer Needle           9. Shutter Speed Numbers
3. Following Needle        10. F. Stop Numbers
4. Zero Position            11. Inner Dial
5. ASA Window            12. Outer Dial
6. DIN Window
7. EV-Number             t4. Neck Strap Eyelet

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

t.  Set ASA or DIN number of the film in use, by rotating
   the lnner Dial (11) until the required number appears in
   the ASA or DIN Window (5 or 6).

2.  Point the meter correctly toward the subject and follow
  up with the Following Needle (3) by rotating the Outer
   Dial (12) to the position indicated by Pointer (2).

3. You may read off one of the combinations you prefer of
   Shutter Speed Numbers registered in the Dials (11 & L2).
  The EV Number (7) is indicated by EV-Indicator (8). F.
   Stop Numbers (10) for 16 f.p.s. is shown by a Cine Mark
    in the same manner.

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                                                                                                Date: 2020.04.18 11:35:55 -04'00'                butkus

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               CAUTION

This meter is a precision instrument with an extremely high
sensitivity, and requires careful handling. Falls and knocks
should at all times be avoided. The plastic case helps to
protect the meter.

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