To further reduce power consumption, the processor may be turned off when not in active use, and quickly restarted because of its fast warm-up time. Insert filled chemical and wash-water bottles, and you re ready to process films. No plumbing is needed. Chemical mixer is not needed. Automatic replenishment - internal scanner monitors film throughput ensures potency of chemistry.
Tanks drain into portable waste containers.
Infrared dryer - rapid film drying, energy efficient, quiet operation, and no venting is required. The typical processing cycle for low-volume processors is 2.5 to 3 minutes, and you must remain in the darkroom until the film has completely entered the processor, which can take over a minute. Most processors require water, drain plumbing and external replenishment. They consume 16 to 30 gallons of water per hour. With the CP-1000 you mix and use less chemistry and it is always fresh.