Question 1

Press Release - Sekonic Releases New The Spectrometer C-4000 The Dream Tool For Lighitng Designers

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Tokyo, Japan – March 1st, 2025 – Sekonic Corporation, Industrial Meter Division announced today 
the launch of the new C-4000 SPECTROMETER, the first Sekonic Spectrometer exclusively engineered for lighting designers. Labeled the “Dream Tool,” the C-4000 forges an innovative design direction for the Sekonic family of Spectrometers. Scheduled for April 1st, 2025, to be available at local retailers and online vendors.

The Sekonic SPECTROMETER C-4000 has been designed and engineered specifically for lighting designers, the heart of creativity and advanced lighting solutions. 
 
Combining Sekonic’s precision light-measuring performance with the flexibility and convenience of smartphone technology, the C-4000 leads in a new direction for Sekonic Spectrometers. Offering a compact, lightweight, sophisticated, and affordable solution for the lighting professional, the C-4000 is also a perfect tool for field technicians and installers. With its color touch screen, Bluetooth ® enabled wireless communication, and compatibility with Apple® and Android™   smartphone and tablet devices, the C-4000 provides the most flexibility for on-location data sharing than any other system on the market today. In its most basic function, the C-4000 is a standalone numeric display handheld Spectrometer. Wirelessly paired with the free Sekonic LD App and your smartphone or tablet device, it becomes a powerful tool for remote-control measurements and other convenient functions – all at your fingertips. Connected to the SEKONIC LD Paid version of the App and an extensive array of functions such as plot measurements will impress even today’s most demanding Lighting Designer.

With the SEKONIC LD App installed on your smart device, remote measurements are easily achieved via Bluetooth connection. Measurement data such as spectrum graphs, CRI, TM-30-18, CIE 1931 chromaticity coordinates (x, y), as well as plotted readings are displayed in full color with the high-quality resolution of your smart device. Stored measurement data, configuration settings, and functions can be reviewed and adjusted on your smart device. Data can be shared via screenshots, real-time generated reports, and images of onsite locations with GPS coordinates. The C-4000 offers a comprehensive package of measurement data, shared with offsite designers, engineers, technicians, and clients.

CIE 1931 is a color space based on the tristimulus values that are mathematically derived from color measurements, representing red, blue and green light and theoretically represent the standard observer’s eye. The values of CIE 1931 are denoted by x, y coordinates.

CRI The Color Rendering Index (CRI) is an index that measures the ability of a light source to reveal colors of objects in contrast to a natural light source, such as the sun. Ra is an average of eight out of the 15 CRI values, providing a general assessment of the light sources color capabilities.

Spectrum The Spectrum displays the spectral distribution of the measured light source in a graph with relative or absolute intensity against the wavelength. The graph can be viewed, printed and saved via the SEKONIC LD App.

TM-30-18 Published by IES (Illuminating Engineering Society), TM-30 is a color rendering index system that indicates how well a light source will reproduce a color accurately when it illuminates that object (as compared to a black body radiator – such as the sun).

Key Features:
▪ Measuring Color Temperature (TCP) from 1,600K to 40,000K
▪ Provides Light Quality information such as Ra, 𝛥uv, Lux/fc, TM-30-18 (Rf, Rg), Chromaticity coordinates (x,y) and more
▪ Smartphone App ready
▪ Continuous/Single measurements
▪ USB-C connectivity for firmware updates via the Sekonic utility

Simplified and Clear display screen information
The 2.7” color touch screen display offers an intuitive navigation through various features and modes. Its basic numeric feedback and selectable color and illumination measurements offer a quick and accurate analysis of the lighting scenario.

Compact, portable and ergonomic design
Responding to a growing need for a smaller and more ergonomic designed meter, the C-4000 fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. Measuring 5.5” (140 mm) x 2.4” (62mm), and weighing 140 grams (without batteries), it is prefect for handheld or pole mounted measurements. Both the measuring and memory buttons are positioned in a natural configuration to complement handheld comfort.

SEKONIC LD Free App
The real magic happens when the C-4000 is connected to the Sekonic LD Free App. Utilizing Bluetooth connectivity along with smartphone or tablet compatible (Apple ® or Android ™), remote-control measurements are transferred to your smart device. View graphs of measurements, import stored data, configure settings and View CIE 1931, Spectrum, CRI and TM-30-18 color rendering properties.

SEKONIC LD PAID App

With the Sekonic LD upgraded PAID version of the App, a variety of features and functions are available at your fingertips, providing a smooth and convenient workflow. From a quick and easy measure and record process to sharable measurement reports on the fly, the Sekonic LD upgrade App compatible with Apple ® or Android ™ smartphones or tablets offers the perfect extension to your C-4000 Spectrometer experience.

Import drawings/photos and create titles
Capture drawings or photos of the on-location site for evaluation with your smartphone, create titles with notes of the details, and save them.

Plot the measured value directly on the drawing or image
Measured values can easily be positioned directly on the imported image (up to 999). Selectable units of display for each measurement point can be lx, K (Kelvin), ⊿uv, Ra, Rf/Rg, x,y.

GPS coordinates to recall measurement location
Measurements can be stored with linked GPS coordinates for easy recall or onsite location. Included along with other critical information in the location report.

App Ready Report
Create PDF or CSV reports within the SEKONIC LD App. The report includes GPS location, location image or captured drawing with plotted values, CSV detailed measurement data, and Spectrum, CRI, TM-30-18, and CIE 1931 graphs for each measurement plotted light source.

Add note/image references in real time
Special lighting situations that occur and require detailed notes and images can be created during the measurement process. Images can be taken on the spot, or saved images can be linked.

Share data from the SEKONIC LD App via your smart device
Quickly and easily share reports and measurement data with notes and images on location via your smartphone or tablet.

During a recent interview, Mr. Lorenzo Gasperini (National Sales & Marketing Director – Sekonic Industrial Division- USA) stated that “The new C-4000 SPECTROMETER is a significant game changer in the world of lighting design. With its perfect blend of technology and affordability, which addresses the needs of lighting designers in an impressive configuration, the C-4000 is a breakthrough addition to the popular C-7000 SPECTROMETER and the future range of SEKONIC industrial Spectrometers. Its unique flexibility with smart devices compatibility strengthens Sekonic's position in the industrial lighting marketplace.

For more information Contact: Lorenzo E. Gasperini National Sales & Marketing Director

To learn more about the SPECTROMETER C-4000 or other industrial measurement instruments, visit us at www.sekonicindustrial.com

Question 2

Press Release - Sekonic Releases New C-7000 Bundle Kit Free Promotion

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SEKONIC Releases New C-7000 Bundle Kit FREE Promotion

Tokyo, Japan – November 13th, 2019 – Sekonic Corporation, Industrial Meter Division announced today the introduction of a new C-7000 SPECTROMETER Bundle Kit. Valued at $300.00 in addition to the C-7000, the Bundle Kit will be offered for a limited time at no additional cost to the end-user. The Bundle Kit will have a retail price of $2200.00 and will be available on November 20th, 2019.
The SPECTROMETER C-7000 Bundle Kit adds incredible value and significant components to the purchase of a C-7000 spectrometer. To start the bundle kits includes a Weatherproof hard airtight and watertight ATA rated case to protect your investment, while moving from one location to the next. With its pick-n-pluck foam interior, you can configure how the meter is stored in the case to your preference. With its large interior space, you will have plenty of room to store extra batteries, USB cable, manual and other gear you may require. Spring loaded latches, comfortable handle and heavy duty molded polypropylene molded case will keep your instrument dry and protected from accidental damage and shock.

In addition, the bundle kit includes the official Calibration Certification document, which confirms the accuracy, performance and process by which the specific meter (bases on the serial number) was calibrated at the time of manufacturing. All specific data regarding the measurements such as color temperature, illuminance, humidity, ambient temperature, type of calibration lamp etc. is all documented to satisfy the demands of manufacturing and quality control protocols and process in the industry.

During a recent interview, Mr. Lorenzo Gasperini (International Sale & Marketing Manager - Industrial Division) stated that “We’re excited to offer these significant and useful accessories, which have a value of $300 or more absolutely free to our customers. This is just another jester of our commitment here at Sekonic to add value along with precision performance when investing in our products.”

The bundle kit also includes a Mini B USB Cable providing communication with the Utility software for data transfer, selectable custom setting, firmware upgrades and with the appropriate firmware upgrade remote control and continuous measurement control.

A spiral bound full color Printed instruction manual with a protective plastic front and back covers fits perfectly in the case for convenient access to the many features and functions of the C-7000.

C-7000 Bundle Kit
Finally, the bundle kit comes along with a 3 Year Warranty (USA ONLY) that backs the meter for manufacturing defects and workmanship if registered on Sekonic.com.

INCLUDES:
§  C-7000 Spectrometer
§  Weatherproof Hard Case
§  Calibration Certificate
§  Mini B USB Cable
§  Printed Manual
§  3 Year Warranty (US only)

For more information Contact:  Lorenzo E. Gasperini
                                                                International Sales & Marketing Manager
                                                                lorenzo.gasperini@sekonic.co.jp

To learn more about the SPECTROMETER C-7000 meter or other industrial measurement instruments, visit us at www.sekonicindustrial.com

Question 3

Press Release - Sekonic Releases New C-7000 Firmware Redefining It's Versatility and Market Reach

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Tokyo, Japan – October 28th, 2019 – Sekonic Corporation, Industrial Meter Division announced today new firmware plus a host of other features and functions for SPECTROMETER C-7000, which will become available on November 1st, 2019

The SPECTROMETER C-7000 spectrometer designed for industrial light measurement and control has led the way for SEKONIC’s expansion and diversification into the industrial lighting industry. Offering unique and advanced color measurement and analyzing features, the SPECTROMETER C-7000 is a sophisticated solution for countless lighting and color conscious industry designers and consumers.

To meet and exceed the demands for a more versatile measuring tool, Sekonic's commitment to provide the great value to its customers, has developed new firmware. This latest FREE firmware enhancement addresses the rapid demand for new lighting interpretations metrics and metering applications for industrial lighting. The new firmware provides expanded color interpretation (TM-30, TLCI/TLMF, SSI and CRI comparison), to enhance its precision color control for every light source. In addition, the firmware provides Continuous/Single measurement selection, SDK (API) in Visual Basic (for Windows only) for Remote control, MAC OS Ready Utility (10.13 to 10.15), Preset display (Toolbox menu) and Mini B USB cable included in the package. These software improvements significantly increase the C-7000’s capabilities and versatility in all applications and expands its ability to accommodate more industrial lighting categories.

KEY FEATURES:

TM-30 metric (new TM-30-18), provides a color fidelity (Rf) that is identical with the (Rf) of the International Commission on Illumination (CIE) of 224:2017, international standard. TM-30 is becoming a very popular replacement of Color Rendition Index (CRI) (R1-R15 including Ra) amongst lighting designers because it is very accurate in measuring the color fidelity (Rf) color accuracy and Gamut (Rg) color saturation. TM-30, includes several measures and graphics to evaluate the Fidelity and Gamut of a source, when compared to a reference light source (ex. tungsten). It provides 99 colors (sampled from over 100,000 measured objects) vs CRI's 8 (Ra value) colors. 
TLCI (Television Lighting Consistency Index) uses the latest color science and a mathematical model of a broadcast camera to calculate the color response that would result when using a video camera. Seeing the colors as they would be shown during a broadcast (on TV).

TLMF (Television Luminaire Matching Factor) is a companion metric to TLCI, which provides comparison with two different light sources, rather than to a perfect reference, and see if they will play well together.

SSI (Spectral Similarity Index), defined by Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Science and Technology Council is the method to show how close a test spectrum is to a reference spectrum (CIE illuminant and actual light source). The number is similar to CRI – above 90 is good, below 60 may have problems.

CRI Comparison (Color Rendering Index) provides the side-by-side comparison of a memorized CRI value and a current measured value. This is helpful when it is necessary for two light sources to reveal the colors of various objects faithfully in comparison with an ideal or natural light source.

Continuous/Single Measurement Selection provides systematic efficient way of measuring. Continuous measurement is helpful for light consistency check or seeing the change of light without measuring every time. Single measurement is useful to measure every single light such as flash or any other light sources.

SDK (API) for Remote Control: SDK (Software Development Kit) in Visual Basic (for Windows only) is available as a developer’s custom kit, including all necessary components to create a buildable custom software interface. The Remote-Control feature is especially useful in remote measuring situations such as manufacturing, horticulture and special industrial applications. It also helps when using the continuous measurement function.

Utility for MAC OS Ready (10.13 to 10.15): The C-7000 Utility software is now compatible with the MAC OS platform, expanding usability further into industrial fields that are mainly MAC based.

Preset Display (Toolbox Menu): In addition, the firmware update also shows the properties of a preset information when selected in the Toolbox under the Preset Selection menu.
Mini B USB Cable: Included with the meter, the Mini B USB cable provides communication with the Utility software for data transfer, selectable custom setting, firmware upgrades, remote control and continuous measurement control.

During a recent interview, Mr. Lorenzo Gasperini (International Sale & Marketing Manager - Industrial Division) stated that “The new firmware enhances the capabilities of the C-7000 Spectrometer and strengthens its position in the marketplace. The new firmware is a free upgrade to future and existing end-user’s, part of Sekonic’s continued investment in our customers.”

C-7000 firmware update can be done by using the C-7000 Utility downloadable from our website below.
https://www.sekonicindustrial.com/support/downloads/c-700_800seriesutilityformacandwindows.aspx

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