I recently tried to set up my Chrony Master Alpha in the building next door to my office where I shoot. Try as I might, I can' t get a speed reading. A quick call to Chrony informed me I need to purchase the " optional" light kit for $30-40 extra for it to work inside. Son of a...

I really have some things I want to do with this, but don' t want to spring for the light kit. Shooting outdoors involves prior planning and such, and my time is limited. I really need to get this thing to work inside.

Chrony says they use 2 40 watt frosted bulbs in their kit. Has anyone rigged something up that works? I' m thinking of basically just suspending a lamp over it or something, but would like to hear what has worked for you.