Zonemaster II and Ilford Multigrade 500 Head are they compatible?

[Jerry Cunningham]

I have heard conflicting reports. However, the 500 head is a diffuser head and I would think the analyzer should work. Am I wrong on this point?
Sincerely,
Jerry Cunningham

 

[RH Designs]

I have heard conflicting reports. However, the 500 head is a diffuser head and I would think the analyzer should work. Am I wrong on this point?
Sincerely,
Jerry Cunningham

Jerry

The ZoneMaster is compatible with the Ilford 500 but will require calibration. Starting point values are on our website, www.rhdesigns.co.uk/darkroom/html/caltable1.html.

The standard Analyser Pro and StopClock Professional are not; we do a dedicated version of each which works only with the Ilford 500 head. This is because the 500 has its own special power supply which won't work with a standard timer.

Whether an enlarger is diffusion, condenser or cold light doesn't matter - all can be catered for with calibration.

Regards
Richard