QTR-Quadtone RIP

I don't know about the 810, I have an 811 model.
I bought it cheap, replaced the measuring light and calibrated it.
It is very reliable and helps a lot with density readings, especially for alternative processes. I work the readings manually, never got the outdated software for PC working...
For inkjet profiling, I use an i1pro. The readings are semi-automatically transferred to my computer, thus making profile creation a snap.
If you plan to work with digital print profiling only, I would recommend the second option, as it will also allow you to make color profiles.

--- In QuadtoneRIP@yahoogroups.com, "reallybelgium"  wrote:
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> Hi,
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> I read the Quadtone RIP user manual. I want to buy a photospectro- or densitometer. To measure densities, linearize a Quadtone RIP and making ICC profiles. I looked at the Colormunki Photo, Spyder Print, I1 Pro, .. but they are quite expensive (to start with). I read in the Quadtone RIP manual (2005) about the use of X-Rite 810 densitometer. I found them very cheap on Ebay. Are they usable and trustable, or is this technology to old and do you advice to use newer gear? The X-Rite 810 works via serial port which I don't have anymore on my pc (very new one). But I guess there is a workaround for that.
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> Thank you!
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> Ben Albu
> Belgium
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