Re: X-Rite 310 Densitometer
How different are the numbers from what you expect? How close are they to the calibration chart? Is it an X-Rite? X-Rite says that if properly calibrated, it should agree within 0.02 density units. All of my densitometers (301, 361T & Ihara T5) agree within that range. Also, is the 310 displaying 2 or 3 decimal places? My 361 was initially set up for 3 and it was driving me crazy, so I re-set it for 2 decimal places. Much more reproducible to 2 decimal places. If not, check the calibration procedure on page 2-9 of the manual. Good luck.
Re: X-Rite 310 Densitometer
I assume you're talking transmission and not reflection. Also, are you measuring for the visual filter?
Re: X-Rite 310 Densitometer
Sorry, I've been traveling the last few days and have been away from the internet. It is an X-rite 310 manufactured in 1996 with all the manuals and calibration card (which is why I opted to buy this one). It is a transmission densitometer (color). When I go thru the calibration per the instruction the numbers they say that should pop up don't. No it's not even close. Which makes me wonder if I have done something wrong (very possible) or it's a busted unit. i've written the company but haven't heard back. I was hoping someone here has used this specific unit that might have some suggestions. thanks
Re: X-Rite 310 Densitometer
Is there a reason you bought a color densitometer? Are you printing color or B&W. The only color densitometer I've used was a MacBeth 504 and for a short time a 924. No experience with the one you mentioned. You may want to send it off to Sam Coniglio for a check. L
Re: X-Rite 310 Densitometer
I bought a color densitometer for 2 reasons; 1) it was cheaper than the 301 which was going for several hundred dollars more on eBay. 2) it came with manuals and caliberation card that the B&W didn't. I was told that for doing B&W readings a color densitometer would be fine. Was I given wrong information?
Re: X-Rite 310 Densitometer
B&W readings from a color densitometer should equal the ones from the 301's. I just prefer the 301's or the Ihara T5 or T500. Buying used densitometers on the auction site is largely a matter of luck but I can guarantee that 99.9% of the sellers don't have a clue as to what they are selling or if they work. Because of this, I recommend buying them on the cheap, because if they need service, they are expen$ive to repair. L