UVP 81-0345-01 ChemiDoc-ItTS2 Imager - Manual (Page 6)

GelDoc-It
TS2
and ChemiDoc-It
TS2
Imagers 6
Fluorescent Focus Target
TS2 Software Screen
Darkroom
The darkroom is light tight to provide optimal imaging conditions. Darkroom features include:
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Epi (overhead) LED white light
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Roll-out transilluminator tray
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UV-safe gel viewer window built into the darkroom door
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Five position emission filter wheel
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Brackets and built-in power ports for installing optional epi UV modules
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Brackets for installing optional high-intensity halogen or xenon BioLite™ epi light guides
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Built-in power jumper cable for transilluminator
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Power cord for optional LED White Light Plate
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UV safety interlock switch with manual override to disable UV transillumination and optional UV epi
illumination when darkroom door is opened
Transilluminator
The GelDoc-It
TS2
and ChemiDoc-It
TS2
Imagers can accommodate UVP’s Benchtop and FirstLight
®
transilluminator models. UVP offers a variety of transilluminator configurations, including Benchtop models
with multiple wavelengths and variable intensities, as well as the highly uniform, patented FirstLight
transilluminator.
Note: For UV protection and to extend the life of the UV transilluminator, the system incorporates a
customizable transilluminator shutoff timer built into the software. For additional information, refer to the
Lighting section of this manual.
LCD Touch Screen
The GelDoc-It
TS2
and ChemiDoc-It
TS2
Imagers contain a fully integrated 15.6-inch color touch screen
computer. The touch screen allows the user to perform a variety of tasks, including previewing, capturing,
saving and printing images, as well as selecting preference options, without the use of an external mouse or
keyboard. The screen can be pressed by finger or with the included stylus.
For users who prefer not to use the touch screen interface, an external keyboard and mouse are included as
standard. These components can be plugged into any available system USB ports.
TS2 Software
Image acquisition and hardware functions for the GelDoc-It
TS2
and ChemiDoc-It
TS2
Imagers are controlled by the TS2 (Touch
Screen) Software interface. In addition to image preview, capture
and save functions, the TS2 Software controls camera and lens
functions (exposure, aperture, focus and zoom, where
applicable), image printing, lighting and filter selection, and other
user settings.
Fluorescent Focus Target
The UVP Fluorescent Focus Target fluoresces when placed on a
UV transilluminator or when exposed to overhead UV. The Target
provides sharp fluorescent images to aid in adjusting the lens and
camera settings for ideal imaging results.