Extech LT45 LED Light Meter User Guide

The LT45 is a LED light meter produced by Extech, which can measure the illumination of LED, fluorescent lamps, metal halide lamps, high-pressure sodium lamps and incandescent lamps, with a maximum measurement range of 400000 lux (40000fc).


Extech LT45 LED Light Meter User Guide - cover page
Brand
EXTECH
Category
Other Electronics
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
9
File format
PDF
File size
278 KB
Published
18 October, 2023
Updated
18 October, 2023
MD5 checksum
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About this manual

The Extech LT45 is a light meter designed to measure illumination from various light sources, including white, red, yellow, green, blue, and purple LEDs, as well as fluorescent and incandescent sources. It measures illuminance in Lux or foot-candles and can calculate luminous intensity (CD) based on a user-programmed distance. The device features auto-ranging, data hold, and the ability to store up to 99 readings for later recall.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • Safety
  • Meter Description
  • Operation
  • LUX/FC/CD Units
  • Auto Power OFF
  • Zero Calibration
  • MAX/AVG/MIN Memory Mode
  • Memory Record/Read Mode
  • Luminous Intensity Measurements

Specifications

Measurable Light Sourceswhite, red, yellow, green, blue, and purple LEDs up to 400,000 Lux
Maximum Illuminance400,000 Lux (40,000 Fc)
Memory Capacity99 readings
Display Update Rate2.5 times per second
Operating AltitudeUp to 2000m (7000')
Included Accessorieslight sensor, protective sensor cover, coiled cable, 9V battery, hard shell case

Frequently asked questions

What light sources can the LT45 measure?

It measures white, red, yellow, green, blue, and purple LEDs, as well as fluorescent, metal halide, high-pressure sodium, and incandescent sources.

How do I enable or disable the Auto Power Off feature?

Press and hold the Power button until the APO clock symbol switches OFF to disable it, or repeat the process to re-enable it.

How do I clear all stored memory readings?

With the meter switched OFF, press and hold the Mem/Read and On/Off buttons simultaneously for two seconds until the screen displays 'CLr'.

Can I customize light source correction factors?

Yes, locations L7 through L9 are extra locations that the user can customize with a multiplier from 0.001 to 1.999.

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