Datacolor Spyder X2 Elite
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12 Month Warranty*This product is perfect for intermediate to advanced skill level photographers, hybrid photo/video producers, digital designers, and content creators who require advanced calibration. It is also great for those who need to run multiple displays on one or more computers, making it ideal for use in studios or set workspaces.
Spyder X2 Elite's re-engineered software provides a more concise UI (user interface) experience. Its lens-based sensor is ideal for users looking for faster, high-accuracy colour calibration. The new Spyder X2 Elite software provides colour customization and control with the accuracy, ease-of use and flexibility for which Spyder is renowned. For users considering entering the HDR/high-brightness monitor market, X2 Elite allows for seamless, affordable upgrade to Spyder X2 Ultra software - no need to purchase new hardware!
Features & Benefits:
- Spyder X2 Elite's remastered software provides a cleaner more concise user interface (UI) experience.
- Ideal for photography and hybrid photo/video work for still and dynamic images.
- X2 Elite's features allow for a range of skill levels/needs - from expert-recommended calibration presets to more advanced, customized colour control.
- Native USB-C connection. Also includes USB-A adaptor for added convenience.
- For users wanting more advanced calibration features, X2 Elite includes Video & Cinema Targets (Rec. 709, Rec. 2020); Advanced Display Mapping & Analysis; Unlimited Calibration Settings; Soft Proofing; Studio Match for multiple monitor calibration.
- Expanded, adaptable sensor capabilities allow for seamless, affordable upgrade to Spyder X2 Ultra software if HDR/High-brightness monitor calibration is needed.
- Advanced Display Mapping & Analysis offers you a better understanding of the colour, brightness, contrast, gamut, tone response and white point of your monitors. You can also check screen brightness, colour uniformity and display colour accuracy.
- Unlimited Calibration Settings starting with industry-standard presets, you can customize settings to meet all your calibration needs, including fully customizable gamma curves, white point and brightness settings.
- Soft Proofing lets you simulate other displays and devices on your calibrated screen. For printers, you can see how prints will look for a specific printer model, paper and ink, and upload ICC printer profiles.
- Studio Match provides simultaneous side-by-side calibration for multiple computers/displays. Ensures consistent and accurate colour reproduction across multiple connected monitors regardless of monitor type.
System Requirements
- Win 10 32/64, Win 11
- Mac OS X 10.14, 10.15, 11(Big Sur), 12(Monterey), 13(Ventura)
- Monitor resolution 1280 x 768 or greater, 16-bit video card (24-bit recommended), 1GB of available RAM, 500MB of available hard disk
- Internet connection for software download
Specifications
- Ideal for photography and hybrid photo/video work
- Remastered software for a more concise user interface
- Expanded, adaptable sensor capabilities
- Unlimited Calibration Settings
- Includes Video & Cinema Targets (Rec. 709, Rec. 2020)
- Advanced Display Mapping & Analysis
- Native USB-C connection
- Also includes USB-A adaptor for added convenience
- Soft Proofing
- Multiple monitor calibration
| Product | Spyder X2 Elite | Feature Description |
| User Profile | Photograpy/Video/Digital Design/Content Creator | |
| Experience Level | Beginner-Advanced | |
| Benefits | ColourAccuracy/Streamlined Workflow/Fully customizable calibration targets | |
| Monitor Types Supported | All-in-ones, Industry Standard Laptops, Desktops, Projectors | |
| Calibration Type | Colorimeter | |
| Software | Spyder X2 Elite | |
| Display Mapping & Analysis Tools | Advanced | Offers tools to check the quality of your display |
| Calibration Setting Choices | Unlimited | Total Calibration options (combinations of gamma, white point and brightness) |
| Expert Console Calibration | Yes | All-in-one calibration control panel |
| Video & Cinema Calibration Targets | 2 targets - Rec.709, Rec.2020 | Calibration Targets for Motion Work/Dynamic Imagery |
| Soft Proof of Print Results | Yes | Soft proofing with print output preview |
| Multiple Monitor Display Matching | Yes | Defines a studio standard for all displays to be matched for simultaneous side-by side calibration. (StudioMatch) |
| Visual Fine Tuning for Side-by-Side Display Match | Yes | Precisely tune side-by-side displays |
| Single Click Calibration Capability | Yes | Fast & Easy Calibration Modes |
| Multiple Monitor Calibration | Yes | Supports Calibration of Multiple Monitors |
| Supports calibration of multiple montiors. For 3+ displays using one computer, your video card must have 3 or more LUTs (Look -Up -Tables) | ||
| Ambient Light Monitoring & Profile Switching | Yes | Can Adjust for Room Light Changes |
| Before and After Calibration Review | Yes | Shows before & after comparison of display calibration |
| Max luminence measurement (nits or cd/m2) | 750 | |
| Backlight Options | 4 | |
| White Point Settings | Unlimited | |
| USB Connectivity | C (includes USB-A Adapter) |
What's Included
1 x Datacolor Spyder X2 Elite
1 x USB-C to USB-A Adapter
1 x Welcome card with link to software download and warranty information
1 x Unique serial number to activate software
1 x Link to on-line demonstrations, user guide, videos and support
All deliveries within Australia are facilitated by Australia Post, Startrack or other courier services depending on the method you select during checkout and the dimensions/weight of the package. Generally, we dispatch within 24 hours of receiving your order unless otherwise stated. We have a quick turnaround time on postage and handling. Tracking numbers are issued via our automated e-mail system, however, if you do not receive your tracking number, please message our helpful staff and we'll attempt to provide as much information regarding your order as possible.
Please allow between 2-7 business days for standard deliveries to metro* areas and capital cities. For suburbs outside metro areas please allow an additional 2-5 business days for delivery. *Metro capital cities include: Sydney, Canberra, Wollongong, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Hobart or Darwin.
All products are covered by an Australian 12 month warranty. This can be either a manufacturer's warranty or a Hypop warranty depending on the product's origin. The warranty covers manufacturers faults, defects, parts and labour. This means that any fault that is deemed to be due to manufacturing will be covered by the warranty for any parts and labour required to fix it. In some cases when the cost of repair outweighs that of a replacement, a suitable replacement product may be offered. These products are not covered by our 12 month warranty as these products are susceptible to regular wear-and-tear and can get damaged for a variety of reasons not deemed as a manufacturer's fault. If these products are faulty or DOA please notify us within 7 days for a replacement. PLEASE NOTE: *This excludes Light Bulbs, Cotton Muslin Backdrops, Paper Backdrop Rolls, Batteries, Consumable Products and Travel Carry Bags included with our kits. DEMO STOCK: All demo stock items are sold 'as-is' and come with a standard 12 month warranty. Stock will either be repaired, substituted with a similar demo item (subject to availability), you may opt for an exchange or a store credit may be offered. Please contact us for further detail.