# Basic Lamp Controller — For early Model 3 Lamps

> Wireless control for Model 3 enlarger lamps via iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Cemil Purut.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-lamp-controller/id580637350 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cemil Purut](https://appshunter.io/developer/580637353)
- Category: Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-11-29
- Data updated: 2026-06-02
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-lamp-controller/id580637350/reviews.md

## What is Basic Lamp Controller?

Imagine wireless control of your variable contrast enlarger lamp using your iPhone, iPod, or iPad!  Developed in conjunction with the Model 3 Enlarger Lamp from Modern Enlarger Lamps, this app gives you unprecedented control of the B+W film printing experience!

Features:
- Intuitive, paper-safe interface
- Contrast control
- Timer function
- Red positioning lamp
- High brightness focusing
- Metronome function
- Reliable Bluetooth connectivity

*Requires iPhone 4S or greater, iPad with Retina display, or iPod touch (5th generation or above) and the Model 3 VC Enlarger Head from Modern Enlarger Lamps.

## Key features

- Wireless lamp control
- Contrast adjustment
- Integrated timer
- Red positioning light
- High brightness focus
- Metronome function

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/basic-lamp-controller/id580637350/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great find

*2022-01-12*

I finally found a used Model 3 after hearing about this product from a friend and it’s upgraded my printing experience. The enlarger lamp is obviously high quality and works well with this app. Great idea and couldn’t be happier!

### 5/5 — Works great.

*2014-08-17*

App works great! Lamp works great!  Couldn't ask for more. Thank you!!!

### 2/5 — Seems like a good idea, but..

*2013-04-13*

Would be nice if it worked even with out buying the lamp as a manual timer for those who usually just count.

## Frequently asked questions about Basic Lamp Controller

### Does Basic Lamp Controller have ads?

No, Basic Lamp Controller does not contain advertisements.

### What devices are compatible with Basic Lamp Controller?

Basic Lamp Controller requires an iPhone 4S or greater, an iPad with Retina display, or an iPod touch (5th generation or above).

### What hardware is needed for Basic Lamp Controller?

This app requires the Model 3 VC Enlarger Head from Modern Enlarger Lamps to function.

### How often is Basic Lamp Controller updated?

The app was last updated on January 12, 2022, with version 1.4.

### What is the age rating for Basic Lamp Controller?

Basic Lamp Controller has an age rating of 4+.

### What are the key features of Basic Lamp Controller?

Key features include contrast control, a timer function, a red positioning lamp, high brightness focusing, a metronome, and reliable Bluetooth connectivity.

### What is the user sentiment for Basic Lamp Controller?

Based on the provided data, the app has a perfect 5.0-star rating from 2 reviews, indicating very positive user sentiment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2022-01-12

Now fully functional on iOS 9.0 and above on iPhones from 4s and above!
Faster connection to the enlarger lamp.

### 1.3 — 2013-10-23

The brightness can now be attenuated when needed.
A Pre-flash Mode has been added.
Contrast and Seconds buttons have been enlarged.
Contrast accuracy has been improved.
Minor bug fixes.

### 1.2 — 2013-03-02

Added a Start Delay feature.
Added the ability to dim the red positioning LED.
Improved synchronization between the lamp and iOS device.

### 1.1 — 2012-12-07

1.1:
- New, paper-safe user interface
- Allowance for user defined preferences
- Bug fixes

### 1.0 — 2012-11-29

No release notes.

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## More apps by Cemil Purut

- [Advanced Lamp Controller](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/advanced-lamp-controller/id795981770)

All apps by Cemil Purut: https://appshunter.io/developer/580637353

## Related topics

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