Camera setup – UVP ChemiDoc-It Imaging System User Manual
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ChemiDoc-It Imaging System
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Motorized Lens Controller Setup
The camera, lens and lens controller are all connected at the factory and come shipped as a single unit.
Note: Ignore this section if the system
was shipped with a manual lens. Check
the packaging slip for additional
information about product configuration.
The lens controller is attached to the lens
at the factory. There are several cables
extending externally from the controller
and control box. Assemble the lens
controller’s connective devices as follows:
1. Ensure that the lens controller
components and connections
are assembled per the picture at
right.
2. Plug the power cable into the
power supply.
3. Plug the other end of the power
cable into an electrical outlet.
4. Wait to plug the USB cable into
the computer until the
VisionWorksLS software is
loaded.
Motorized lens controller and accompanying devices
Camera Setup
High sensitivity, scientific-grade CCD cameras are designed for use with the ChemiDoc-It Imaging System.
This section covers the components and steps required to install and operate ChemiDoc-It cameras. The
following cameras are covered in this manual:
MegaCam 810
OptiChemi 610
BioChemi 510
Refer to the packing list for the camera included with the system.
MegaCam 810, OptiChemi 610 and BioChemi 510 Cameras
Specifications
MegaCam 810
OptiChemi 610
BioChemi 510
Type
CCD, Monochrome
CCD, Monochrome
CCD, Monochrome
Resolution
3296 x 2472
2184 x 1472
2336 x 1752
Bit Depth
16-bit
16-bit
16-bit
Quantum Efficiency
50% peak
86% peak
50% peak
Cooling
-
35˚C from Ambient
-5
0˚C from Ambient
-35
˚C from Ambient
Binning
Yes, 1x1 thru 8x8
Yes, 1x1 thru 10x10
Yes, 1x1 thru 8x8
PC Interface
USB
USB
USB
Components
Depending upon configuration, the components for each camera kit are outlined in the following
sections:
Installation with Motorized Lens (All Cameras)
Installation with Manual Lens (BioChemi 510 and OptiChemi 610 Only)
Note: Some components may not be shipped with all systems.
UVP Lens Controller
(pictured without
camera and lens)
Power Cable
Control Box
Power Supply
USB cable