martinl
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Post by martinl on May 8, 2024 22:16:01 GMT
There used to be software, open source I believe, which came on floppy disc. Put it in a laptop, not needing mains power, and the screen would go a safe shade of red. Plus you could put timings in it to trigger a range of different sounds to mark the end of each stage of development. I can't swear to it but I think it might be called Photomaster if you want to search for a free download.
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Post by steveandthedogs on May 9, 2024 6:50:54 GMT
My LED head torch has a red light function. S
ps as has the rear light for my bike.
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Post by petrochemist on May 9, 2024 8:31:48 GMT
Not enough space for tray development! And btw I have one for handling large format film already.  When I next have a go with my 5x4 I'll be using a changing bag & my Dallan daylight developing tank (that can hold 12 5x4 sheets). Tray developing is definitely preferable as you can watch the progress of development but needs must. FWIW a little masking tape could reduce the light round the door... |
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Post by spinno on May 9, 2024 8:44:14 GMT
My LED head torch has a red light function. S
ps as has the rear light for my bike.
I wonder what an alternative use of the torch would be? |
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Post by steveandthedogs on May 9, 2024 11:31:16 GMT
Er, seeing where I'm going at night?
It has a white light as well!
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Post by zou on May 9, 2024 13:48:25 GMT
There used to be software, open source I believe, which came on floppy disc. Put it in a laptop, not needing mains power, and the screen would go a safe shade of red. Plus you could put timings in it to trigger a range of different sounds to mark the end of each stage of development. I can't swear to it but I think it might be called Photomaster if you want to search for a free download. Sounds superfluous as I don't have a laptop but do have a safe light, but thank you. |
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neilt3
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Post by neilt3 on May 11, 2024 9:02:12 GMT
Not enough space for tray development! And btw I have one for handling large format film already. If you get a three or five tier plastic shelving unit like you use in a shed or garage you can put a tray on each shelf . Developer on the top one , stop below that and fix on the bottom one . That way you don't get drops of fix dripping in the developer ruining it while moving prints . If you got the five tier on , you can have two trays of water . One for an initial rinse , and one to leave the prints in before taking them out to wash proper in the kitchen or bathroom. What size paper are you working with ? Edit; sorry , I appeared to quote your response to Jack . I was referring to the Ilford darkroom tent I linked too . As you only build it up when needed , it can be used in a very small space , and if a small table inside it is too small , a modular shelving system would work for just tray development. |
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