DURST - Service Manuals
23 manuals available for download
DURST - Durst 401 MK2 Color Head Manual
Comprehensive technical manual providing installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for the DURST 401 MK II Color Head, engineered to convert the DURST L-1000 bench enlarger into a high-quality color enlarging system capable of producing professional color prints from negatives up to 5 x 4 inches. The manual details mounting kit installation and system preparation procedures, along with step-by-step operational guidance for achieving precise color balance and optimal print quality. Coverage includes lamp installation with critical safety warnings, filter positioning and adjustment, optical system alignment, and exposure testing protocols. A comprehensive troubleshooting section addresses common faults including complete light loss, uneven illumination patterns, color imbalance issues, and thermal problems, with detailed diagnosis and correction procedures. The documentation features color filtration correction tables guiding operators toward proper filter settings for accurate color reproduction, supported by extensive parts lists and component specifications. Wiring diagrams, exploded assembly illustrations with numbered reference components, and a systematic parts catalog enable technicians to identify and replace components. This resource serves both professional laboratory operators and experienced darkroom technicians seeking to master advanced color printing techniques with precision control and reliability.
DURST - Durst AC1201 Parts
Comprehensive spare parts list for the Durst AC 1201 enlarger system. This technical reference manual provides a complete inventory of all replacement components with precise catalog references and code numbers. Parts are systematically organized and supported by detailed exploded-view diagrams with clear numerical identification. The catalog specifies recommended stock quantities at three volume levels (1 unit, 10 units, and 100 units), enabling efficient inventory management for maintenance operations. Coverage includes the main body structure, optical mechanisms, guidance systems, transmission components, and associated accessories. The technical drawings present all constituent elements with explicit part numbering for direct correlation with the parts table. Essential resource for service technicians, professional enlarger operators, and repair facilities specializing in photographic equipment maintenance. The document enables accurate identification of genuine replacement parts and streamlines the ordering process with its systematic catalog coding. Suitable for workshop environments requiring reliable reference documentation for equipment maintenance, repair scheduling, and spare parts procurement management.
DURST - Durst CLS 450 Servicing
This technical service manual is dedicated to the DURST CLS 450 photographic enlarger, a professional darkroom equipment used in printing laboratories. Intended for maintenance technicians, professional photographers, and laboratory operators, this 22-page document provides essential information for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing this precision instrument. The manual covers servicing procedures required to keep the enlarger in optimal working condition, thereby extending its operational lifespan. It includes detailed instructions for routine maintenance interventions and adjustments necessary for proper equipment functionality. This reference technical manual is an indispensable tool for all photographic printing professionals responsible for maintaining or servicing this specific DURST model, renowned for its reliability and optical precision.
DURST - Durst CLS450 Parts
Comprehensive spare parts catalog for the DURST CLS 450 enlarger, serving as an essential technical reference for maintenance and repair personnel. This detailed parts list is organized by serial number (valid from 6629 onwards) and presents a complete inventory of all components and subassemblies with corresponding part codes. The document features 17 numbered photographic illustrations (Foto Nr. 1-17) that visually identify individual parts and component groups, enabling accurate recognition and location. Coverage encompasses metal plates and covers, mechanical assemblies including springs, levers, and transmission chains, optical elements such as filters and diffusing discs, gears and shafts, guide axles, electrical components comprising switches, resistances, and lamp sockets, brushes and bushes, plus fasteners including screws, nuts, washers, and securing discs. Each part entry specifies the quantity per unit and recommended stock quantities for both 10-unit and 100-unit operations. This reference document is indispensable for service technicians, repair specialists, and professional reprography workshops working with precision photography equipment.
DURST - Durst DA900 Notice GB
Complete operating manual for the DURST DA 900 precision enlarger, a professional instrument designed for enlarging negatives up to 2½ x 3½ inches (6.5 x 9 cm) including 70 mm film. The device features automatic focusing for two interchangeable lenses with focal lengths ranging from 28 mm to 105 mm. This comprehensive guide covers unpacking and component verification, full system assembly, and illumination setup using opal lamps with twin DANOCON 50 and 105 condensers. Detailed instructions address the automatic and manual focusing systems, with dedicated sections on selecting enlargement formats and magnification factors for various lens combinations. Specialized sections detail negative insertion procedures using AUTONEG and DUONEG negative carriers, focus variator operation for projecting onto non-planar surfaces, and giant enlargement techniques using floor projection. The manual describes available accessories including DUTUB extension tubes, URAN plate holders, colour filters, and copying equipment such as the URNOV copying cassette and RILU lighting system. A maintenance section provides guidance on proper care of optical components. Additional information covers complete specifications of all components and operating knobs, alongside a comprehensive inventory of specialized accessories designed to expand the enlarger's capabilities and versatility for various darkroom applications.
DURST - Durst Elite2000 AF2000 Service V2
Comprehensive service manual for DURST Elite 2000 and AF 2000 autofocus systems designed for Durst M 805 and L 1200 enlargers. This technical documentation covers three main variants in detail: Elite 2000 TIM (with timer), Elite 2000 (autofocus only), and Elite 2000 MOT (with motorized head movement control). The manual provides complete technical specifications including operating ranges, electronic component ratings, and precision characteristics. It details critical components: Z 80 microprocessor, EPROM and RAM memory modules, control circuits and interfaces. A substantial section describes the autofocus system operation utilizing a feedback potentiometer and binary counters for analog-to-digital conversion. Documentation includes detailed factor potentiometer calibration procedures, comprehensive test programs with operational entry procedures, and diagnostic flowcharts for processor, keyboard, display and power supply circuits. Specialized troubleshooting charts address specific failures: lamp relay, timer (TIM), head movement (MOT), and motor control. Each section incorporates precise voltage measurements, logic component truth tables, and component replacement recommendations. The manual also covers lens motor operation, interface PCB functionality, and includes solid state device specifications with electrical characteristics for all integrated circuits used throughout the system.
DURST - Durst EST450 Maintenance
Complete repair manual for the DURST COLISTA 450 enlarger. This technical documentation covers installation and operational startup procedures, detailing front panel features and control switch functions. The guide provides essential instructions for device commissioning, including voltage supply adjustment (100V, 110V, 220V, 240V) according to available configurations, as well as retrofitting procedures to optimize electronic performance. The manual comprehensively describes the apparatus operation, with particular emphasis on the automatic short-circuit circuit management. Graphic sections present oscillograms at various output voltages, enabling technicians to diagnose circuit performance and verify proper EST 450 functionality. Detailed wiring diagrams and electrical schematics supplement this technical guide, facilitating component identification and understanding the electronic architecture of this professional enlarger. An indispensable reference for technicians responsible for maintenance, repair, and restoration of this photographic equipment.
DURST - Durst Laborator 1200 Servicing
Comprehensive technical guide for the maintenance and repair of the Durst Laborator 1200 photographic enlarger. This service manual provides detailed step-by-step procedures for disassembly and component replacement of this professional enlargement equipment. The document covers the following service operations: enlarger head removal, counterweight spring replacement, brake spring adjustment, rubber coupling and driving pinion replacement, locking knob replacement, lens carrier drive replacement and tightening procedures, column bushing replacement for both right-hand and left-hand lens columns, roller replacement, click pin replacement, and bellows replacement. Each procedure is accompanied by detailed technical illustrations and sectional photographs clearly identifying component locations and removal points. Numbered instructions provide a logical and safe progression through each repair task. The manual incorporates important notes on proper friction spring tensioning to prevent premature wear of friction knobs, spindles, and column grooves. Essential documentation for maintenance technicians, specialized photographic equipment repair professionals, and operators responsible for maintaining professional photographic laboratory equipment. The publication date of December 1976 ensures historical accuracy for vintage equipment servicing and restoration work.
DURST - Durst Laborator 138 Service
Complete service and maintenance manual for the DURST Laborator 138 S and G 139 professional enlargers. This technical documentation provides detailed procedures for maintaining and repairing these laboratory photographic equipment units to ensure reliable long-term operation. The manual encompasses comprehensive coverage of: counterweight spring and column head replacement, counterweight spring retensioning procedures, steel cable replacement and adjustment, friction drive retensioning, guide roller exchange in the enlarger head sleeve, roller replacement in the baseboard support arm, and baseboard servo-adjustment system maintenance. Each section delivers step-by-step instructions with numbered component references, identification of required specialized Durst tools, and serial number-specific technical specifications (units below 1363, from 1363 onwards, and from 4619 onwards). Detailed photographic documentation illustrates work areas and critical components, enabling professional maintenance and efficient repair of these high-grade professional enlargers. The manual also addresses friction coupling reset procedures and various adjustment techniques necessary for optimal equipment performance.
DURST - Durst Laborator 138S Notice FR
Complete technical documentation for the Durst Laborator 138 S, a professional enlarger designed for negative formats ranging from 24x36 mm to 13x18 cm. This comprehensive guide details the technical specifications and functional capabilities of this internationally recognized apparatus. The document addresses five primary application areas: enlargement at any scale, reduction of negatives, complete correction of converging lines using the Scheimpflug principle, color work via additive or subtractive processes, and document reproduction. The technical description systematically covers all major components: base unit, external column, support arm, printing board, enlarger head, condenser system, and NEGA negative carrier. A dedicated section describes available accessories including LAPFE reduction intermediaries, LADANE 70 special negative carrier, LACOLI cold light source, LATIRAD rotary filter disc, LAVAKO connector piece, LAREP reproduction chassis, and the GRAHAL-GRANE-GRALO registration equipment. The document features detailed tables presenting lamp-LATICO combinations with enlargement and reduction possibilities across different formats and objective lenses. References to other DURST apparatus models complete this technical reference material.
DURST - Durst Laborator 1840 Repair
Comprehensive repair manual for the Durst LABORATOR 1840 photographic enlarger system. This technical documentation provides detailed instructions for servicing and maintaining all major components of this advanced darkroom equipment. The manual addresses five primary assemblies: the enlarger unit, CLS 1840 illumination head, address generator, EPU 1000 power supply, and ECU 1000 control panel. It explains the multiplex data transmission system architecture that manages motorized functions and exposure control through address-based circuit switching. Key sections cover: general component descriptions with complete wiring diagrams, comprehensive testing and calibration procedures for the power unit and motor controls (both 220V and 24V circuits), programmable timer board configuration and operation, and EST 1000 exposure power supply circuitry. Detailed verification procedures specify voltage measurements, cycle frequency checking, and pulse timing verification for all control circuits. The documentation includes functional block diagrams illustrating motor control logic, triac bridge rectifier circuits for AC motor operation, and speed stabilization servo circuits. Technical notes distinguish between older and newer circuit board versions to aid component identification during repairs. Operational descriptions and circuit analysis ensure technicians understand both normal operation and failure diagnosis for all system functions.
DURST - Durst Laborator 900 Notice
Technical notice for the DURST Laborator 900 photographic enlarger. This document provides comprehensive guidance on the operation and use of this professional photographic laboratory equipment. The notice details the main features of the apparatus, its operating procedures, and the steps required for setup and commissioning. Designed for technicians and photographers working in printing laboratories, this documentation delivers essential information for fully utilizing the capabilities of this reference-class enlarger. Spanning 10 pages, the document encompasses operating instructions, technical specifications, and usage recommendations for the Laborator 900 model, recognized for its quality and reliability in professional photographic laboratories. Essential reading for any user seeking to master this equipment and ensure its optimal performance and maintenance.
DURST - Durst M301 Notice FR
Comprehensive user manual for the Durst M 301, a compact high-performance enlarger designed for demanding amateur photographers. This detailed guide covers the complete equipment setup and accessories, providing comprehensive instructions for mastering the apparatus. The manual begins with packaging contents verification and presentation of constituent elements. Subsequent sections detail assembly procedures: installation of the projection easel, column mounting, enlarger head placement, lens installation, and light box assembly. Special emphasis is given to the illumination system with light source, condenser system, negative carrier system, and available enlargement formats. The application domain encompasses negative properties, standard and fractional enlargements, giant format enlargements, and reduction techniques. Dedicated sections address perspective correction, reproductions, and color enlargements using the Durst CLS 35 color head. Detailed accessories coverage includes the color head, power supply transformer, color analyzer, format masks, masking frame, and reproduction chassis. The manual concludes with essential maintenance and storage recommendations for the equipment, ensuring long-lasting performance and optimal quality results in all applications.
DURST - Durst M800 Notice FR
Comprehensive user manual for the Durst M 800 professional enlarger. This guide covers the complete range of features and operational procedures for this high-end apparatus designed for both color and black-and-white enlargement work. The manual presents technical specifications including magnification coefficient sheets for various negative formats and physical dimensions, assembly and installation procedures covering the baseboard, column head, condenser unit, filter carrier tray, and SETONEG negative holder, and the illumination system featuring opaline lamps and red filter options. Detailed sections address the mounting of objectives on LAPLA and SETOPLA stages with comprehensive magnification coefficient tables, and available condenser accessories. Practical operational guidance encompasses lamp centering, negative properties, enlargement formats, focus procedures, giant enlargements, perspective correction, color enlargement work, filter tray operations, CLS 201 color head, diffuse light illumination, and color analysis techniques. The reproduction section covers RILAR and CAMFLUD material equipment with step-by-step workflows. Throughout, the manual is supported by numerous explanatory photographs and technical illustrations facilitating proper equipment operation and maintenance.
DURST - Durst Optoscan Service
Comprehensive service manual for the Durst OPTOSCAN, an optical densitometer designed for photographic film analysis. This documentation covers the complete system characteristics, which delivers filtration values in VCNA format by measuring the blue, green, and red content of film negatives. The manual details the full system architecture comprising six main subdivisions: the AD95Z51 microprocessor, AD95201 interface PCB, AD95451 filter sensor, AD95401 lamp stabilizer, AD95301 keyboard, and AD95351 scan sensor. The test program comprises five detailed sections: display and keyboard testing, A/D converter testing, scan sensor verification including measuring channels, lamp driver, filter motor and stepper motor functionality, interface testing, and densitometer channel testing. Each section provides step-by-step procedures with expected results and verification criteria. A significant portion addresses microprocessor diagnostics using the Z 80 test unit, including voltage checks, clock frequency measurement, and detailed analysis of the first 20 program steps. The document includes an extensive microprocessor PCB diagnostic flowchart covering power supply verification, component checks, memory and address line testing, and data line integrity. The manual concludes with optical system calibration instructions covering lamp positioning, Fresnel lens concentricity adjustment, and optical centering procedures. System interface configurations with barcode printers, matrix printers, enlargers, and IBM PCs are explicitly documented with port descriptions and connector specifications.
DURST - Durst Pictochrom Pictograph Service V2
Comprehensive service manual for DURST Pictochrom CL, Pictochrom +, Pictochrom + AF, Pictograph and Pictograph AF enlargers. Version 2.1, updated November 1998. This detailed technical document is designed for maintenance technicians and professional photography equipment specialists. The manual provides complete coverage of all technical systems for these high-performance enlarging units: - System characteristics, specifications and tolerances (film sizes, column height, baseboard dimensions, usable focal lengths) - Power-on cycle and initialization procedures - Closed-loop system for light intensity regulation - Motorized color filters and filtration system - Motors and various control mechanisms - Exposure cycle and timing - Detailed error messages and troubleshooting diagnostics - Description of all printed circuit boards (PCBs): power supply, motor control, microcontroller, keyboard/display, lamp control - Complete diagnostic tests for fault isolation - Address mapping and data analysis schemes Specialized sections address the VCNA feature (Pictochrom +) and AF-Control autofocus system (Pictochrom + AF and Pictograph AF), including potentiometer calibration procedures and autofocus memory testing. Essential resource for technical service and repair of these professional enlargers.
Durst Elite 2000 Computerized Autofocus System Manual
Instruction manual for the Durst Elite 2000 computerized autofocus system for LABORATOR 1200 ELITE 2000 tim and LABORATOR 1200 ELITE 2000 mot enlargers. Covers setup, programming the autofocus system, subsequent correction of autofocusing at given enlarger head positions, practical operation including positive and negative variator settings, manual focusing, and error signals with their causes.
Durst L184 10x10 Enlarger Operating Instructions
Operating instructions for the Durst L184 10x10 photographic enlarger. Covers technical specifications, assembly procedures for the twin column base, top section, enlarger head, and baseboard. Includes magnification and reduction ranges for focal lengths from 50mm to 360mm. Details on negative carrier systems (NEGA 205, GRAHALON register system, NEGAROLL 205), lens mounting, lighting systems (CLS 300 colour mixing head, BLAWIKIT 184, condenser lamphouse), and operational procedures including focusing, distortion control, and copying. Component identification, maintenance guidance, and assembly diagrams provided.
Durst Laborator 1200 Operating Manual
Operating manual for the Durst Laborator 1200 enlarger. Covers assembly of the basic enlarger unit, installation of three interchangeable lighting systems (diffused-light colour kit with CLS 501 head, diffused-light black-and-white kit with VLS 501 lamphouse, and condenser black-and-white kit), operation procedures, focusing and magnification adjustment, exposure timing, negative carrier handling, and maintenance. Includes detailed component identification and technical specifications.
Durst Laborator 1200 User Manual
Complete user manual for the Durst Laborator 1200 enlarger. Covers assembly of the base unit, installation of three lighting systems (color head CLS 501, diffuse lighting VLS 501, and condenser lighting), and detailed operating instructions. Includes guidance on enlargement factor selection, focusing, exposure determination, cropping, and specific techniques for color and black and white printing with variable contrast papers. Contains equipment lists, component identification, and technical specifications.
Durst Laborator L1200 Autocolor User Manual
User manual for the Durst Laborator 1200 Autocolor enlarger. Covers assembly of the base unit, color head installation, halogen lamp placement, objective lenses, diffusion boxes, exposure control, negative carriers, image cropping, focus adjustment, and detailed programming for color negative and color slide enlargements. Includes base calibration procedures, zero balance equilibration, filter value tables for Durst, Kodak, Agfa and Ciba systems, and practical enlargement workflows. Contains apparatus descriptions, component diagrams, and operational flowcharts.
Durst M805 Instruction Manual
Instruction manual for the Durst M805 color enlarger with CLS 805 color mixing head and TRA 805 transformer. Covers technical specifications, assembly, operation of the base unit, color head characteristics, lighting system, filter drawer, condenser system, ventilation, and maintenance. Includes supplements for equipment care and correction of exposure time when using variable contrast paper and Kodak Polycontrast paper. Features technical data for power supply options and halogen lamp specifications.
Rectification Technique in DURST Enlargement Apparatus
Technical guide on perspective correction and image straightening methods for DURST enlargement equipment. Covers inclination mechanisms for negative plane, objective plane and projection plane. Details four possible correction configurations, with focus on preventing converging lines in architectural and document photography. Includes diagrams showing optical plane relationships and comparative coverage circles for Componar and Componon 105mm lenses at various apertures.