LABBOX PROFESSIONAL LID User manual

USER MANUAL
PROFESSIONAL LID
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lab-box.it/tutorials

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WHY LAB-BOX
Interest in analogue photography is growing. New generations of digital natives are rediscovering the analogue process as so-
mething new to experiment with.
This is why we have decided to create a product that would easily allow anyone to develop lm rolls in full daylight, indoors or
outdoors. Lab-Box addresses the needs of those just getting started with lm photography and, at the same time, it is a tool with
great potential for professionals and advanced users.
WHAT IS LAB-BOX
Lab-Box is a multi-format tank and can be used for both 35mm and 120 lms, thanks to the two interchangeable modules and
adjustable reels. The lms are loaded in full daylight and are wound onto the reel using the outer knob without the need to be in a
darkroom. Lab-Box is the easiest and quickest tool to develop your own lms in full daylight anywhere and at anytime, bypassing
the need to load the rolls in the dark. Lab-Box is the result of years of research and development, paired with an eective and be-
autiful design.
CROWDFUNDED
Lab-box is a crowdfunded project that became reality thanks to the Kickstarter plaorm and to all the 4791 backers that contributed
and supported us from all over the world.
Lab-Box is a project by
Design and prototyping done by VIVO Design Studio in Rome, Italy
by
| Preface |

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INDEX
User
Manual
Professional lid parts..............................................................................
Parts Assembly............................................................................................
Lid inserting..................................................................................................
Touchpad.......................................................................................................
Recommendations....................................................................................
Temperature/Time Charts....................................................................
SafetyInformation.....................................................................................
Compliance....................................................................................................
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| Contents - PROFESSIONAL LID PARTS |
1. LID
2. BATTERY COVER
3. PROBE LOCK
PARTS:
PROFESSIONAL LID
LAB-BOX Professional Lid is a special accessory with a built-in Timer and
digital Thermometer. It is a professional alternative to the standard Lab-Box lid.
The Lid has a stainless steel probe that can measure the liquid temperature
inside the tank during the process, to control and check the developing.
Especially useful for procesess like the color negative C-41 which need special
attention to the temperature.
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+ AAA Battery -
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+ AAA Battery -

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Scan the QR Code with your phone to watch the video tutorial instructions
| Contents - PARTS ASSEMBLY |
VIDEO - 1
BATTERY COVER
Insert the AAA Battery into the battery slot, place the
battery cover (being careful to place it in the same position
as shown in the picture) and tighten the two screws. To
change the battery, re-open the slot by unscrewing the
two screws.
+ AAA Battery -
PROBE
The probe lock holds the temperature probe in the right
position throughout the process inside the tank. Insert the
probe lock into the probe slot and press it until locked as
shown in the picture.
You may leave the probe lock in place even when the
professional lid is not in use.
Be careful this shape matches the shape of the battery
cover’s back

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| Contents -LID INSERTING |
VIDEO - 1
Insert the probe into the probe slot and
close the lid by pushing it towards the
tank like the standard lid.
HOW TO INSERT THE PROFESSIONAL LID

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| Contents - TOUCHPAD |
VIDEO - 2
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
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On/OFF
Hold down 5 seconds to turn on and 2 seconds to turn o
Increase time
Touch to increase time by 15 seconds
Reduce time
Touch to reduce time by 15 seconds
Celsius-Farheneit
Touch to switch the temperature mode
Cancel
Touch to reset the timer or the pre-sets
Play-Stop
Touch to start or stop the timer
3 Time Pre-sets:
Hold down 3 seconds to save the set time.
Touch to set quickly the saved time
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
材料：0.3透明PVC胶片表3m468双面胶
丝印四色：反印正看，有色的地方打整板白，粉色透明窗。
透明窗，不用双面胶
5315c
black
right cut line 7540C
white
M
TOUCHPAD
Scan the QR Code with your phone to watch the video tutorial instructions

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RECOMMENDATIONS
Professional Lid must not be immersed in water or washed under strong jets of running water.
It can be cleaned gently with a wet cloth. We recommend removing it from the tank as soon as the process is nished.
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
The temperature sensor is very precise but it needs some time: the precise temperature is usually reached aer about 1 minute. Once the temperature
stabilises, the indication remains accurate within a range of 0,3/0,4°.
Once the chemicals are inside, you cannot change the temperature. You can only check the temperature and adjust the process time accordingly.
Do not push or pull the temperature probe! Move it gently.
BATTERY LIFE
The AAA battery life is about 40-60 hours.
The device will turn o automatically aer 5 minutes of inactivity.
Do not immerse in water!
Do not wash under running water
Clean gently with a wet cloth
| Contents - RECOMMENDATIONS |

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DEVELOPING TEMPERATURE/TIME CHARTS
The Developing temperature/time charts below can be followed as a reference for adjusting the process time. The actual temperature process is the
average between the temperature of solution before and during the process. Professional lid is especially useful for color negative C-41 process:
Aer about 2 minutes the developer has been poured in, you can check the temperature and calculate the avarage process temperature and adjust the
developing time. For C-41 process we highly suggest a pre-soak with water (pre-heating tank and lm) to reduce temperature driing.
| Contents - TEMPERATURE/TIME CHART |
Time/Temperature Chart for Color negative C-41 process ILFORD Time/Temperature Chart for Black and White process
Time - Minutes
Temperature - °C
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39
38
37
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35
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2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Time - Minutes
Temperature - °C
Example: Developer temperature before to pour in the tank: 39°C. Developer temperature aer 2 minutes inside the tank: 35°C.
The average is 37°C, so you can increase the developing time by 30 seconds according to the following chart.

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Care and Warranty
Your Lab-Box has two-year warranty against
any manufacturer defects. In the event of de-
fect, the ars-imago will repair or replace the
item at our discretion. For the warranty servi-
ce, please contact [e-mail]
Tecnical Specications
Dimensions: 168x99x38mm (probe not ex-
tended)
Weight: 143g
Safety Information
• Do not disassemble the device. Incorrect
reassembly can cause electrical shock if
the device is used again.
• Do not immerse the device in water or
other uids.
• Do not operate the device in a high humidi-
ty environment or very dusty environments.
• Do not attempt to tamper with, adjust or re-
move the electronics located inside the device.
• Do not attempt to remove/pull the tem-
perature probe
• Keep the device out of reach from children
as the moving parts may cause injury.
• Do not use or store the device near any
heat source or any type of equipment that
generates heat, including stereo ampliers.
• Do not use the device near ammable or
explosive gases.
• Do not use the device if you notice any
unusual odors, noise or smoke.
Customer Support
Lab-Box Support Team is always more
than happy to hear from you. Get in touch
using the contact details provided.
[e-mail]
www.lab-box.it
Designed in Italy, Made in P.R.C.
This is not a toy
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Usage Environment
• To protect the electronic board contained
in this device, never leave it in the following
environments for extended periods of time:
high temperature (+42°C/108°F), high hu-
midity, places with extreme changes in
temperature (hot and cold), direct sunlight,
sandy or dusty environments such as be-
aches, damp places, or places with strong
vibrations.
• Do not drop the device or subject it to se-
vere shocks or vibrations.
• Do not push, pull or press on the LCD display.
Materials
ABS plastic, Silicone rubber, PET adhesive.
Stainless Steel (temperature probe)
| Contents - SAFETY INFORMATIONS |