The glass neg carrier (with top glass anti newton, lower glass clear) can be used for 4x5 and medium format negs, for 35mm get the masks. To position negs correctly in the glass carrier you can place it on top of a flash light so as to see exactly what you are doing. I use the type as shown here: https://www.ebay.com/itm/22446436002...AAAOSwqTVgLwSz
I used to have two neg carriers, one with glass and one with the 35mm masks permanently in place. I still use the glass carrier, but for 35mm a Focomat1C.
The dichro head is fine for split filter printing with the M and Y filters . Or you can calibrate the dichro head for your variable contrast paper(s) following the instructions as written by Paul Butzi on this topic. No need to use the C filter with either approach.
For correct alignment of all planes a Versalab Parallel tool is very helpful. You'll need the proper hex keys and a screw driver.
Good luck, it's a great machine.
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