Turbe
05-08-2008, 02:39 PM
http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=concomanddiyc-20&l=ur2&o=1
Common meters available for DIY Calibration:
1) EyeOne Display LT / EyeOne Display 2 (I1D2) [COLORIMETER] - A great value. Limited largely to grayscale work, but can be used either off of a screen (direct-view or FP) or facing a projector lens (i.e., with a diffuser). Reasonably fast and will work with real-time measurements. [Display 2 includes X-Rite's iMatch PC Monitor Calibration Software, Display LT does not].
2) Spyder2/Platinum/3 [COLORIMETER] - A great design that is hampered by consistency issues. These can be anywhere from near reference (e.g., the hand-picked Platinum models) to significantly off-spec. Latest model (Spyder3) should only be used with non-phosphor-based displays (e.g., direct-view LCD). Long-ish integration times means that you can't use it real-time for making changes to controls (a significant limitation).
3) Chroma 5 [COLORIMETER] - This is an OEM-only meter that takes all of what is good about the DisplayLT/Display2 and makes it a bit better: improved accuracy, dynamic range and speed. Lightning fast integration times mean that this is the basic entry-level for anyone calibrating a bunch of displays. Consumers/Prosumers will also appreciate the improvements, though whether these are "worth it" is something of an individual choice. Personally, I really like the reduced lag between making a control adjustment and being able to see it in the measurements, but I place a pretty good value on the cost of my free time. From the factory, these do not come with a diffuser, though good quality ones are not expensive (they do require "profiling", though).
4) DTP-94 [COLORIMETER] - A good meter comparable to the Display2, above. This unit was X-rite's desktop calibration product (under the Monaco brand), but it was discontinued when X-rite bought GretagMacbeth. If you find any of these for sale from a vendor, they are NOS (new, but old stock), at best. Given the filter degradation over time, I'm not sure I would spend the money on one of these now unless I new it was cared for properly (see below).
5) EyeOne Professional (I1 Pro) [SPECTRORADIOMETER] - This is an "entry-level" spectroradiometer. Rather than using filters, it uses a holographic grating to split the incoming light into a "rainbow" and spread the resulting beam across a linear array of sensors. Since there are no optical filters, it will not degrade over time due to humidity, but it is sensitive to mechanical jarring (i.e., don't make it a habit to toss it around). Because of its design and cost consideration, this unit has an extremely limited dynamic range in which it can operate when compared to the filter-based units, above. The up-side is that it is your best hope when calibrating something "weird" short of spending several thousand dollars on a better spectro (e.g., Orb Optronix).
Caring for your filter-based unit [COLORIMETER]: Any of the filter-based units mentioned above will have their performance degrade over time as the filters absorb/release moisture and generally age. As a result, any filter-based unit should be looked at as something that will need to be periodically replaced (2 - 4+ years, depending upon model, care, and environmental factors). To maximize the life of the units, keep them in a dark environment and with a good-quality dessicant pack or three (I use doubled-up plastic storage bags). Cheap dessicant packs give off dust as they absorb moisture/disintegrate, and dust will ruin the unit faster than humidity will.
I put my colorimeters (filter-based color meters) into one Ziploc bag that is mostly sealed. I then put that bag into a larger bag that contains a couple of dessicant packs. The outer bag is then sealed full after pressing out as much air as I can. When treated this way, a filter-based unit should last for several years of occasional use (I'm not really sure about the upper end). - Bill Blackwell at SpectraCal
Recommended (but not on Plasmas):
Eye-One Display LT/2 devicehttp://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21GplIp78VL._SL500_AA200_.jpg
X-Rite Eye-One Display LT (http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FX-Rite-Eye-One-Accurate-Calibration-Conscious%2Fdp%2FB000NRODT4%3Fie%3DUTF8%26s%3Delec tronics%26qid%3D1210288686%26sr%3D8-1&tag=concomanddiyc-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325)
UPDATE:
We now have the X-Rite Display 2 (with X-Rite's iMatch software for PC Monitor Calibration) available bundled with CalMAN and ControlCAL. Click HERE to Purchase (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/announcement.php?f=12&a=11) (already have ControlCAL? Contact Us (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/sendmessage.php) for pricing/rebate information and other options).
X-Rite i1 Display 2/LT Device Specifications
Device Type: Three channel colorimetric sensor
Interface: USB data and power supply
Data format: Luminance (cd/m2), chromaticity coord. x, y (CIE 1931)
Refresh rate: Monitor frequencies: 40Hz to 150Hz
Physical dimensions: Length 84mm, width 64mm, height 35mm
Weight: Measurement device 131g, counter weight 33g
Measurement range: Luminance: Black point: 0.02cd/m2
White point: 3,000cd/m2
Illuminance: Suitable for use in Graphic Display Proofing per ISO/CD 12646 Standard
Accuracy: With respect to Eye-One Pro on reference monitor (white 6500K), chromaticity coord. x,y +/-0.004
Short-term repeatability: Luminance 0.3% at Y=75 cd/m2 (white 6500K) Chromaticity coord. x,y <+/-0.001 at Y=75 cd/m2 (white 6500K)
Power conditions: Power Required Powered by USB, no additional charger required
USB low power class device
Chroma 5 devicehttp://i33.tinypic.com/rua9nc.jpg
UPDATE:
We now have the Chroma 5 available bundled with CalMAN and ControlCAL. Click HERE to Purchase (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/announcement.php?f=12&a=11) (already have ControlCAL? Contact Us (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/sendmessage.php) for pricing/rebate information and other options).
X-Rite Chroma 5 Device Specifications
Luminance Range: 0.05 - 1000 cd/m^2
Accuracy:
For 1.0 cd/m^2 <= Luminance <= 1000 cd/m^2, Luminance: +/- 3%; White (x and y): +/- 0.002; Color (x and y): +/- 0.004
For 0.05 cd/m^2 <= Luminance < 1.0 cd/m^2, Luminance: +/- 5%; White (x and y): +/- 0.006; Color (x and y): +/- 0.006
Repeatability:
For 1.0 cd/m^2 <= Luminance <= 1000 cd/m^2, Luminance: +/- 0.5%; White (x and y): +/- 0.001; Color (x and y): +/- 0.001
For 0.05 cd/m^2 <= Luminance < 1.0 cd/m^2 Luminance: +- 2%; White (x and y): +/- 0.002; Color (x and y): +/- 0.002
Measurement: Luminance may be displayed as either foot Lamberts (fL) or cd/m² (Nits)
Measurement Speed: 350 ms (3 samples per second)
PC Interface: USB
Eye-One Pro devicehttp://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/items/484459.jpg
UPDATE:
We now have the I1Pro available bundled with CalMAN and ControlCAL. Click HERE to Purchase (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/announcement.php?f=12&a=11) (already have ControlCAL? Contact Us (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/sendmessage.php) for pricing/rebate information and other options).
X-Rite i1Pro Device Specifications
Spectral measurement device,supported measurement modes:
Reflectance single measurement
Reflectance scanning measurement with automatic patch detection
Emission: radiance measurement (monitor measurement)
Emission: irradiance measurement (light measurement)
Spectral analyser: Holographic diffraction grating with 128 pixel diode array
Optical resolution:10nm
Physical sampling interval: 3.5nm
Spectral data: Range: 380 to 730 nm in 10nm steps
Measurement aperture: 4.5mm diameter
Measurement geometry: 45°/0° ring illumination optics, DIN 5033
Light source: Gas filled tungsten (Type A)
Physical filters: No or UV cut (Filters not exchangeable)
Inter-instrument agreement: Average dE*94 0.4, max. dE*94 1.0
(Deviation from X-Rite manufacturing
standard at 23°C for single measurement
mode on 12 BCRA tiles, D50, 2°)
Short-term repeatability: ΔE*94 <= 0.1 (D50, 2°), with respect to the mean CIELab value of 10 measurements every 3 seconds on white
Data format:
Spectral radiance (mW/nm/m2 /sr);
Luminance Y (cd/m2)
Measurement range: 0.2 to 300 cd/m2
Short-term repeatability: x,y: +/- 0.002 typical (CRT 5000°K, 80 cd/m2)
Type: Cosine-corrected diffuse light measurement head
Diameter: 6.0 mm
Data format: Spectral irradiance (mw/nm/m2), Illuminance Y (lux)
Physical dimensions: 6”L x 2.6”W x 2.6”H (151 x 66 x 67mm)
Weight: 6.5 oz (185g)
Power conditions: Device powered by USB. No additional charger or battery required. USB 1.1 high power device.
Others (not Recommended):
ColorVision Spyder 2 and 3 Series (http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=ColorVision%20Spyder&tag=concomanddiyc-20&index=blended&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325)
NO ONE should be using a Spyder probe to calibrate a Kuro. They are the absolute worst.
Posted HERE (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showpost.php?p=15504053&postcount=6406).
CalibrationForums.com / ControlCAL.com is an authorized reseller for SpectraCal.
SpectraCal is an authorized X-rite OEM reseller. Why does that matter?
When you buy an X-rite meter from SpectraCal, you know:
The meter you receive from SpectraCal is a brand-new meter.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal is the current revision of the meter.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal is never B-stock, refurbished material, or gray market cut-outs.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal has been calibrated at the factory.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal has a recent calibration date. The calibration of the meter is certified for one year. When you buy from SpectraCal, you know that you get a full twelve months’ use of the meter before it may need recalibration.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal carries an original X-rite factory warranty.
Warranty
All X-Rite meters purchased from SpectraCal (through the links on www.CalibrationForums.com (http://www.CalibrationForums.com) / www.ControlCAL.com (http://www.ControlCAL.com)) are backed by a strong one-year warranty. Click here (http://www.spectracal.com/Documents/L15-013_Warranty_Ser_en.pdf) for full warranty details.
.
Common meters available for DIY Calibration:
1) EyeOne Display LT / EyeOne Display 2 (I1D2) [COLORIMETER] - A great value. Limited largely to grayscale work, but can be used either off of a screen (direct-view or FP) or facing a projector lens (i.e., with a diffuser). Reasonably fast and will work with real-time measurements. [Display 2 includes X-Rite's iMatch PC Monitor Calibration Software, Display LT does not].
2) Spyder2/Platinum/3 [COLORIMETER] - A great design that is hampered by consistency issues. These can be anywhere from near reference (e.g., the hand-picked Platinum models) to significantly off-spec. Latest model (Spyder3) should only be used with non-phosphor-based displays (e.g., direct-view LCD). Long-ish integration times means that you can't use it real-time for making changes to controls (a significant limitation).
3) Chroma 5 [COLORIMETER] - This is an OEM-only meter that takes all of what is good about the DisplayLT/Display2 and makes it a bit better: improved accuracy, dynamic range and speed. Lightning fast integration times mean that this is the basic entry-level for anyone calibrating a bunch of displays. Consumers/Prosumers will also appreciate the improvements, though whether these are "worth it" is something of an individual choice. Personally, I really like the reduced lag between making a control adjustment and being able to see it in the measurements, but I place a pretty good value on the cost of my free time. From the factory, these do not come with a diffuser, though good quality ones are not expensive (they do require "profiling", though).
4) DTP-94 [COLORIMETER] - A good meter comparable to the Display2, above. This unit was X-rite's desktop calibration product (under the Monaco brand), but it was discontinued when X-rite bought GretagMacbeth. If you find any of these for sale from a vendor, they are NOS (new, but old stock), at best. Given the filter degradation over time, I'm not sure I would spend the money on one of these now unless I new it was cared for properly (see below).
5) EyeOne Professional (I1 Pro) [SPECTRORADIOMETER] - This is an "entry-level" spectroradiometer. Rather than using filters, it uses a holographic grating to split the incoming light into a "rainbow" and spread the resulting beam across a linear array of sensors. Since there are no optical filters, it will not degrade over time due to humidity, but it is sensitive to mechanical jarring (i.e., don't make it a habit to toss it around). Because of its design and cost consideration, this unit has an extremely limited dynamic range in which it can operate when compared to the filter-based units, above. The up-side is that it is your best hope when calibrating something "weird" short of spending several thousand dollars on a better spectro (e.g., Orb Optronix).
Caring for your filter-based unit [COLORIMETER]: Any of the filter-based units mentioned above will have their performance degrade over time as the filters absorb/release moisture and generally age. As a result, any filter-based unit should be looked at as something that will need to be periodically replaced (2 - 4+ years, depending upon model, care, and environmental factors). To maximize the life of the units, keep them in a dark environment and with a good-quality dessicant pack or three (I use doubled-up plastic storage bags). Cheap dessicant packs give off dust as they absorb moisture/disintegrate, and dust will ruin the unit faster than humidity will.
I put my colorimeters (filter-based color meters) into one Ziploc bag that is mostly sealed. I then put that bag into a larger bag that contains a couple of dessicant packs. The outer bag is then sealed full after pressing out as much air as I can. When treated this way, a filter-based unit should last for several years of occasional use (I'm not really sure about the upper end). - Bill Blackwell at SpectraCal
Recommended (but not on Plasmas):
Eye-One Display LT/2 devicehttp://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/21GplIp78VL._SL500_AA200_.jpg
X-Rite Eye-One Display LT (http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie=UTF8&location=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FX-Rite-Eye-One-Accurate-Calibration-Conscious%2Fdp%2FB000NRODT4%3Fie%3DUTF8%26s%3Delec tronics%26qid%3D1210288686%26sr%3D8-1&tag=concomanddiyc-20&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325)
UPDATE:
We now have the X-Rite Display 2 (with X-Rite's iMatch software for PC Monitor Calibration) available bundled with CalMAN and ControlCAL. Click HERE to Purchase (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/announcement.php?f=12&a=11) (already have ControlCAL? Contact Us (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/sendmessage.php) for pricing/rebate information and other options).
X-Rite i1 Display 2/LT Device Specifications
Device Type: Three channel colorimetric sensor
Interface: USB data and power supply
Data format: Luminance (cd/m2), chromaticity coord. x, y (CIE 1931)
Refresh rate: Monitor frequencies: 40Hz to 150Hz
Physical dimensions: Length 84mm, width 64mm, height 35mm
Weight: Measurement device 131g, counter weight 33g
Measurement range: Luminance: Black point: 0.02cd/m2
White point: 3,000cd/m2
Illuminance: Suitable for use in Graphic Display Proofing per ISO/CD 12646 Standard
Accuracy: With respect to Eye-One Pro on reference monitor (white 6500K), chromaticity coord. x,y +/-0.004
Short-term repeatability: Luminance 0.3% at Y=75 cd/m2 (white 6500K) Chromaticity coord. x,y <+/-0.001 at Y=75 cd/m2 (white 6500K)
Power conditions: Power Required Powered by USB, no additional charger required
USB low power class device
Chroma 5 devicehttp://i33.tinypic.com/rua9nc.jpg
UPDATE:
We now have the Chroma 5 available bundled with CalMAN and ControlCAL. Click HERE to Purchase (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/announcement.php?f=12&a=11) (already have ControlCAL? Contact Us (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/sendmessage.php) for pricing/rebate information and other options).
X-Rite Chroma 5 Device Specifications
Luminance Range: 0.05 - 1000 cd/m^2
Accuracy:
For 1.0 cd/m^2 <= Luminance <= 1000 cd/m^2, Luminance: +/- 3%; White (x and y): +/- 0.002; Color (x and y): +/- 0.004
For 0.05 cd/m^2 <= Luminance < 1.0 cd/m^2, Luminance: +/- 5%; White (x and y): +/- 0.006; Color (x and y): +/- 0.006
Repeatability:
For 1.0 cd/m^2 <= Luminance <= 1000 cd/m^2, Luminance: +/- 0.5%; White (x and y): +/- 0.001; Color (x and y): +/- 0.001
For 0.05 cd/m^2 <= Luminance < 1.0 cd/m^2 Luminance: +- 2%; White (x and y): +/- 0.002; Color (x and y): +/- 0.002
Measurement: Luminance may be displayed as either foot Lamberts (fL) or cd/m² (Nits)
Measurement Speed: 350 ms (3 samples per second)
PC Interface: USB
Eye-One Pro devicehttp://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/items/484459.jpg
UPDATE:
We now have the I1Pro available bundled with CalMAN and ControlCAL. Click HERE to Purchase (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/announcement.php?f=12&a=11) (already have ControlCAL? Contact Us (http://www.controlcal.com/forum/sendmessage.php) for pricing/rebate information and other options).
X-Rite i1Pro Device Specifications
Spectral measurement device,supported measurement modes:
Reflectance single measurement
Reflectance scanning measurement with automatic patch detection
Emission: radiance measurement (monitor measurement)
Emission: irradiance measurement (light measurement)
Spectral analyser: Holographic diffraction grating with 128 pixel diode array
Optical resolution:10nm
Physical sampling interval: 3.5nm
Spectral data: Range: 380 to 730 nm in 10nm steps
Measurement aperture: 4.5mm diameter
Measurement geometry: 45°/0° ring illumination optics, DIN 5033
Light source: Gas filled tungsten (Type A)
Physical filters: No or UV cut (Filters not exchangeable)
Inter-instrument agreement: Average dE*94 0.4, max. dE*94 1.0
(Deviation from X-Rite manufacturing
standard at 23°C for single measurement
mode on 12 BCRA tiles, D50, 2°)
Short-term repeatability: ΔE*94 <= 0.1 (D50, 2°), with respect to the mean CIELab value of 10 measurements every 3 seconds on white
Data format:
Spectral radiance (mW/nm/m2 /sr);
Luminance Y (cd/m2)
Measurement range: 0.2 to 300 cd/m2
Short-term repeatability: x,y: +/- 0.002 typical (CRT 5000°K, 80 cd/m2)
Type: Cosine-corrected diffuse light measurement head
Diameter: 6.0 mm
Data format: Spectral irradiance (mw/nm/m2), Illuminance Y (lux)
Physical dimensions: 6”L x 2.6”W x 2.6”H (151 x 66 x 67mm)
Weight: 6.5 oz (185g)
Power conditions: Device powered by USB. No additional charger or battery required. USB 1.1 high power device.
Others (not Recommended):
ColorVision Spyder 2 and 3 Series (http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&keywords=ColorVision%20Spyder&tag=concomanddiyc-20&index=blended&linkCode=ur2&camp=1789&creative=9325)
NO ONE should be using a Spyder probe to calibrate a Kuro. They are the absolute worst.
Posted HERE (http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showpost.php?p=15504053&postcount=6406).
CalibrationForums.com / ControlCAL.com is an authorized reseller for SpectraCal.
SpectraCal is an authorized X-rite OEM reseller. Why does that matter?
When you buy an X-rite meter from SpectraCal, you know:
The meter you receive from SpectraCal is a brand-new meter.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal is the current revision of the meter.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal is never B-stock, refurbished material, or gray market cut-outs.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal has been calibrated at the factory.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal has a recent calibration date. The calibration of the meter is certified for one year. When you buy from SpectraCal, you know that you get a full twelve months’ use of the meter before it may need recalibration.
The meter you receive from SpectraCal carries an original X-rite factory warranty.
Warranty
All X-Rite meters purchased from SpectraCal (through the links on www.CalibrationForums.com (http://www.CalibrationForums.com) / www.ControlCAL.com (http://www.ControlCAL.com)) are backed by a strong one-year warranty. Click here (http://www.spectracal.com/Documents/L15-013_Warranty_Ser_en.pdf) for full warranty details.
.