The X-Rite i1Basic Pro 3 Plus is an affordable, professional-level spectral color measurement solution designed for imaging professionals who require accurate display and projector profiling, print quality assurance, and spot color measurement. Featuring an oversized 8 mm measurement aperture and support for high-brightness displays up to 5000 nits, the i1Basic Pro 3 Plus delivers exceptional accuracy when profiling larger displays, textiles, industrial materials, photographic prints, fine art media, and specialty substrates.
Designed for professionals who depend on color accuracy throughout their workflow, the i1Basic Pro 3 Plus enables users to quickly create custom monitor and projector profiles, verify soft proofs, monitor print quality using integrated Quality Assurance (QA) tools, and accurately capture spot color measurements. The larger measurement aperture makes it especially well suited for measuring textured materials, larger color patches, fabrics, ceramics, corrugated packaging, and other non-traditional media.
The X-Rite i1Basic Pro 3 Plus can calibrate and match multiple displays connected to a single computer or across multiple workstations, ensuring consistent color from design through production. Included i1Profiler software provides advanced display profiling while allowing users to easily upgrade to i1Publish software for complete printer profiling, camera profiling, and expanded quality control capabilities.
Powered by X-Rite's advanced i1 spectrophotometer technology, the i1Basic Pro 3 Plus delivers fast, highly repeatable measurements using a full-spectrum LED light source, simultaneous M0, M1, M2 and M3 measurement support, Optical Brightener Compensation (OBC), and XRGA compliance. Optional i1iO and i1iSis 2 automated chart readers further streamline printer profiling and production workflows.
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Key Features
- Professional spectral color measurement solution for monitor and projector calibration, print quality verification, and spot color measurement.
- Large 8 mm measurement aperture ideal for profiling textured materials, large color patches, textiles, ceramics, and specialty media.
- Supports high-brightness display calibration up to 5000 cd/m² (nits).
- Calibrates and matches up to four displays connected to a single computer and unlimited displays across multiple systems.
- Supports M0, M1, M2 and M3 measurement conditions for complete ISO 13655:2017 compliance.
- Optical Brightener Compensation (OBC) improves measurement accuracy on optical brightened papers.
- Full-spectrum LED illumination with built-in wavelength self-check technology.
- Compatible with optional i1iO automated chart reader and i1iSis 2 automated chart reader.
- Easy upgrade to i1Publish software for complete printer, camera, and scanner profiling.
- XRGA compliant for reliable color communication across production environments.
Benefits
- Accurately calibrate displays, projectors, and printed output for consistent color throughout production.
- Measure textured, uneven, or specialty materials more accurately using the oversized 8 mm aperture.
- Ensure consistent color across multiple monitors and workstations.
- Verify soft proofs and monitor print quality with integrated Quality Assurance tools.
- Capture accurate spot color measurements for reliable color communication.
- Expand your workflow with optional automated chart readers and advanced i1Publish software.
- Reduce production waste and improve repeatability with precise, professional color management.
Ideal Applications
- Photography and Fine Art Printing
- Graphic Design and Creative Studios
- Commercial Printing and Prepress
- Packaging Production
- Textile and Industrial Printing
- Professional Display Calibration
- Color Quality Assurance and Verification
Workflow Integration
The X-Rite i1Basic Pro 3 Plus supports a complete professional color management workflow:
- Display Calibration and Profiling
- Projector Calibration
- Soft Proof Verification
- Print Quality Assurance
- Spot Color Measurement
- Large Format and Specialty Media Measurement
Compatible Software
- X-Rite i1Profiler Software
- Optional i1Publish Upgrade Software
- Professional Color Management Applications
- Compatible Third-Party Profiling Solutions
What's Included
- X-Rite i1Pro 3 Plus Spectrophotometer
- i1Profiler Software Download
- Ambient Light Measurement Head
- Monitor Holder
- Scanning Ruler
- Backup Board
- Spot Color Positioning Target
- External Ceramic White Calibration Reference
- USB Cable
- Soft Carrying Case
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Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Model | X-Rite i1Basic Pro 3 Plus Professional Spectral Color Measurement Solution |
| Spectral Engine | i1® technology (holographic diffraction grating with 128 pixel diode array) with built-in wavelengths check |
| Spectral Range | 380 nm to 730 nm |
| Physical Sampling Interval | 3.5 nm |
| Optical Resolution | 10 nm |
| Spectral Reporting | 380 nm to 730 nm in 10 nm steps |
| Sampling Rate | 400 measurements per second |
| Measurement Geometry | 45°:0° ring illumination optics, ISO 13655:2017 |
| Measurement Aperture | 8 mm (0.31") diameter (effective scanning aperture varies depending on patch size and measurement speed) |
| Illumination Spot Size | 12 mm (0.47") |
| Light Source | i1Pro 3 Plus LED illumination including UV |
| Measurement Conditions | M0, M1 (D50), M2, and M3 (Polarized), ISO 13655:2017 compliant |
| Optical Brightener Compensation | Supported with i1Profiler software |
| Calibration | Manual using external ceramic white reference |
| Measurement Background | White, ISO 13655:2017 for measurements on backup board |
| Minimum Patch Size (Spot Mode) | 14 x 14 mm (0.55" x 0.55") |
| Minimum Patch Size (Scanning Mode) | 16 x 16 mm (0.63" x 0.63") with i1iO
16 x 16 mm (0.63" x 0.63") with sensor ruler
20 x 16 mm (0.79" x 0.63") without sensor ruler
20 x 16 mm (0.79" x 0.63") with sensor ruler in M3 mode
22 x 16 mm (0.87" x 0.63") without sensor ruler in M3 mode |
| Maximum Scan Length | 515 mm (20.28") |
| Inter-Instrument Agreement | 0.3 ΔE00 average, 0.8 ΔE00 maximum (23°C on 12 BCRA tiles, D50, 2°) |
| Short-Term Repeatability | 0.05 ΔE00 on white (D50, 2°, average of 10 measurements every 3 seconds) |
| Emission Measurement Range | 0.2 to 5000 cd/m² |
| Emission Repeatability | x,y ±0.002 typical (5000K, 80 cd/m²) |
| Ambient Light Measurement | Spectral irradiance [mW/nm/m²], illuminance [lux], cosine corrected diffuser light measurement head |
| Interface | USB 1.1 |
| Power Supply | USB powered. No external charger or battery required. USB 1.1 high-power device. |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 0% to 80% non-condensing |
| Device Dimensions | 162 x 69 x 64 mm (6.4" x 2.7" x 2.5") |
| Scanning Ruler Dimensions | 591 x 122 mm (23.3" x 4.8") |
| Backup Board Dimensions | 670 x 452 mm (26.4" x 17.8") |
| Device Weight | 285 g (10.0 oz) |
