After this, the advanced mode is the same as the easy mode. You hang the i1 Pro spectrophotometer on your screen and it checks the colors with target values. When it is done you will be able to save your profile in an ICC file that can be used with software products like Adobe Photoshop.
With the i1 Basic along with the i1 Pro Spectrophotometer and the i1 Match software, you also get a calibration plate, USB Cable, monitor holder, positioning target, scanning ruler, the light measurement head, and a case to keep it all in. This will give you everything that you need to get started, as well as everything that you need to add modules in the when you need them.
Just like my experience with the ColorMunki, I found the i1 Basic extremely easy to work with and easy to get professional results from. The spectrophotometer itself is widely regarded as the standard in the photography industry. It is a precision instrument and should be treated as such. Not only should care be taken when handling (don't throw it down or otherwise misuse it), but it also should be kept in its case when not in use.
The i1 Match software is just as intuitive to use, with the easy mode almost being a no-brainer that anyone can use, and while the advanced mode is more complicated, once you understand what is going on, it, too, is pretty straightforward.
At $995 USD, this may be out of the price range for the average consumer; for them I would recommend the ColorMunki. However, for the professional, or someone who is trying to become professional, the i1 Basic makes for the perfect entry point to professional quality display profiling. Then as you need to, you can add on the individual modules via an access code, which will give you the ability to turn on the additional features. I very highly recommend this product.
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