QTR-Quadtone RIP

>... is the strip reader an accessory i can buy 
> for the printfix pro or do i have to go for something totally 
> different? if the latter, what would you recommend?

Check the web site at http://spyder.datacolor.com/product-pp-s3studio.php
Actually, it looks like they may have upgraded the unit from what I have.
The description suggests there is a guide for strip reading.  It may still
be the price leader.

Many on this forum use the Eye-One, now part of X-Rite.  See
http://www.xrite.com/top_Products.aspx   I have not used it. 

Paul
www.PaulRoark.com