Find in this article the settings specific to the X-Rite i1 Pro 3 driver.
To learn more about creating and editing spectrophotometers, read this article.
Specifications
Driver history
Caldera Direct-to-X V2.0.0:
- When adding one of these spectrophotometers, now the default lighting condition is set to M2.
- The CIELAB color space has been removed from the spectrophotometer settings to reduce future compatibility risks. This change establishes Spectrum as the default color space, ensuring reliable functionality.
Caldera Direct-to-Film V1.1.0:
- Driver 2023.7.0 is available.
Main settings
Reading modes
- Reflectance: This mode is utilized for measuring opaque media, capturing the amount of light reflected from the surface. It provides accurate color data by evaluating the interaction of light with the material.
Illumination condition
You can choose between:
- M0: This condition does not filter UV light, leading to unreliable measurements, especially for substrates containing Optical Brightness Agents (OBA). The UV content of the illuminant is unstandardized, resulting in variable patch measurements across different devices. Therefore, this condition is not recommended for accurate color evaluation.
- M1: This condition complies with standard visual examination practices. It includes a defined amount of UV light, allowing for the accurate assessment of colors on substrates with OBAs and ink fluorescence. By standardizing the UV content of the illuminant, M1 provides consistent and reliable measurements, making it suitable for a variety of printing applications.
- M2 (Default setting): The M2 condition filters UV light to mitigate the effects of Optical Brightness Agents (OBA) and ink fluorescence. It is suitable for controlled color assessments under typical daylight conditions, making it ideal for various printing scenarios where accurate color representation is crucial. This illumination condition helps ensure reliable measurements while minimizing discrepancies caused by fluorescence.
Color space
- Spectrum: In this color space, the spectrophotometer performs spectral measurements, capturing detailed information across the entire light spectrum. This default setting provides precise color data by analyzing how light interacts with the material, enabling accurate color reproduction and analysis for a wide range of applications.
Scan method
Choose between the following options:
- Scan line: This method scans the media line by line, providing a continuous measurement across the width of the substrate. It is useful for capturing data in a linear fashion, facilitating efficient analysis of large areas.
- Scan patch: This method scans individual patches, allowing for more precise measurements of specific color samples. It is ideal for applications requiring detailed color verification and assessment on smaller sections of the media.