What's Included X-Rite i1Basic Pro 3 Plus Color Management System i1Pro 3 Plus Spectrophotometer (measurement device) Calibration Plate (ceramic white reference) Ambient Light Measurement Head Polarization Filter Monitor Holder Positioning Target (for spot color measurement) XL Scanning Ruler XL Backup Board USB Cable Software: i1Profiler (v3.x for monitors/projectors + QA tools), Pantone Color Manager, ColorChecker Camera Calibration Software (with target), ColorTRUE mobile app download Soft Carrying Case X-Rite Limited 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty Overview The X-Rite i1Basic Pro 3 Plus is a professional, affordable spectral color measurement solution optimized for display and projector profiling, print quality verification, and spot color capture. It features the advanced i1Pro 3 Plus spectrophotometer with a larger 8mm aperture, high-brightness support (up to 5000 nits), and polarization capabilities—ideal for photographers, designers, videographers, prepress pros, and anyone requiring consistent, accurate color from capture through emissive (monitors/projectors) and reflective (print) workflows. Key Benefits & Extrapolated Features Large 8mm aperture excels on textured/highly varied surfaces (e.g., fabrics, canvas, textiles, ceramics, glass, films, backlit/transmissive materials) for more accurate results than smaller-aperture models. Supports full-spectrum LED illumination (including UV) with M0, M1 (D50), M2, and M3 (polarization) measurement conditions per ISO 13655:2017. Polarization filter reduces specular highlights/hot spots, improves black levels/shadow detail, and delivers richer colors on challenging substrates. High dynamic range emissive measurement up to 5000 cd/m² (nits) for HDR displays and broadcast monitoring. Single-pass scanning with built-in optical brightener compensation (OBC) and polarization support. Full compatibility with modern video standards (e.g., Rec. 709, Rec. 2020, DCI-P3, NTSC, ITU-R BT.709, PAL/SECAM). Multi-monitor calibration: Up to 4 displays per computer; unlimited across networked computers for uniform color viewing. Built-in QA tools in i1Profiler for ongoing display and print verification/soft proofing. Spot color capture and management with Pantone libraries for palette creation and swatch bridging. Camera profiling via ColorChecker software for custom RAW workflows under mixed/artificial lighting. Upgradeable to full printer profiling (RGB/CMYK+) or automated scanning (e.g., with optional i1iO or i1iSis 2). Kensington lock port for security in shared/studio environments. Fast, reliable measurements (400 scans/sec in scanning mode) with excellent inter-instrument agreement and short-term repeatability. Technical Specifications General Spectral Engine: i1 technology with holographic diffraction grating, 128-pixel diode array, and built-in wavelength check. Spectral Range: 380–730 nm. Physical Sampling Interval: 3.5 nm. Optical Resolution: 10 nm. Spectral Reporting: 380–730 nm in 10 nm steps. Measurement Frequency (Scanning Mode): 400 measurements per second. Optics Measurement Geometry: 45°/0° ring illumination, ISO 13655:2017 compliant. Measurement Aperture: 8 mm (0.31") diameter. Illumination Spot Size: 12 mm (0.47"). Light Source: Full-spectrum LED (including UV). Measurement Conditions: M0 (UV included), M1 (D50), M2 (UV excluded), M3 (polarization, UV excluded). OBC: Supported via i1Profiler software. Reflective Measurements Data Format: Spectral reflectance. Minimal Patch Size (Spot Mode): 14 × 14 mm (0.55" × 0.55"). Minimal Patch Size (Scanning Mode): Varies by setup (e.g., 16 × 16 mm with ruler; larger in M3 mode). Maximum Scan Length: 515 mm (20.28"). Emissive Measurements Data Format: Spectral radiance (mW/nm/m²/sr); luminance (cd/m²). Measurement Range: 0.2–5000 cd/m² for bright/HDR displays. Short-Term Repeatability: x,y ±0.002 typical (0.05 ∆E00 on white typical). System Requirements Mac: macOS 10.13–10.15; 512 MB RAM (2 GB recommended); Intel Core Duo; 500 MB disk space; powered USB port. Windows: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, or 10 (32/64-bit); 512 MB RAM (2 GB recommended); Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon XP (or better); 500 MB disk space; powered USB port. Power & Environment Power Supply: USB bus-powered. Operating Temperature: 50–95°F (10–35°C). Humidity: 0–80% non-condensing. Physical Device Dimensions: 6.4 × 2.7 × 2.5" (163 × 69 × 64 mm). Device Weight: 10 oz (285 g). XL Ruler: Approx. 23.3" × 4.8" (591 × 122 mm). XL Backup Board: Approx. 26.4" × 17.8" (670 × 452 mm). Packaging: Approx. 29.3 × 15.1 × 7.6"; ~18.5 lb.
