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Summary of Contents for Q Imaging Retiga R Series
- Page 1 U S E R M A N U A L DIGITAL IMAGING MADE EASY www.QIMAGING.com...
- Page 2 RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ Applicability This document applies to the QImaging RETIGA R6, RETIGA R3, and RETIGA R1 R Series cameras. For the latest updates, please visit www.qimaging.com. Notice of Copyright Copyright © 2015 Quantitative Imaging Corporation. All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication of this document is prohibited.
- Page 3 RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ QIMAGING LIMITED WARRANTY Standard Product Warranty Plan A Standard Product Warranty Plan is included with every QImaging camera purchase. This Warranty Plan includes parts and labor for two full years (starting from the shipping date of the camera). The Standard Product Warranty Plan is provided on all new and used equipment, including retired demonstration cameras.
- Page 4 RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ Retiga R Series Certificate of Conformity www.qimaging.com ©2016 QImaging. All rights reserved. QI_Retiga R Series Camera_UM_Rev_A5...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Connect the Camera ......................5 Note on Selecting the Optimal USB 3.0 Port: ..............6 Note on Optimum Mounting of QI Retiga R Series Cameras ..........8 USING YOUR QI Retiga R Series Camera ..............9 Imaging Software ....................... 9 Basic Camera Parameters .................... -
Page 6: Introduction
Any differences between individual models will be noted in the text. System Components Your new camera system includes: QI Retiga R Series camera: Retiga R6, Retiga R3, or Retiga R1 ■ 7.5V DC, 2.5A power supply (actual model may vary) ■... -
Page 7: Precautions
C-mount lenses as long as its optics do not extend behind the flange of the lens. If desired, the QI Retiga R Series cameras may be mounted to a tripod or other device using the mounting attachment located on each side of the camera’s front plate. See the Specifications chapter for more information. -
Page 8: Cleaning
Do not touch the window. Repair The QI Retiga R Series camera system contains no user-serviceable parts. Repairs must be done by QImaging. Should your camera system need repair, contact QImaging Support. Please save the original packing materials so you can safely ship the camera system to another location or return it for repairs if necessary. -
Page 9: Installation
SERIES USER MANUAL ™ CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION This chapter will detail the proper installation of your QI Retiga R Series camera. In order to install and use the camera, the following items are required: QI Retiga R Series camera (supplied) ■... -
Page 10: Camera Power Requirements
Note: the camera does not have a power switch. There are three connectors on the back of the QI Retiga R Series camera: a USB 3.0 connector, a power supply connector, and an I/O connector. Connect the camera following these steps 1. -
Page 11: Note On Selecting The Optimal Usb 3.0 Port
R Series camera power supply’s cable to the power connector located on the back of the camera. (Your Retiga R Series camera is powered by the 12V 5A or greater power supply provided by QImaging.) Lastly, plug the power supply’s cord into an appropriate power source. - Page 12 Each USB host controller has a Root Hub to which multiple physical ports are connected. Each port can have a device plugged in or another hub to allow connection of more devices. However, the QI Retiga R Series camera should be the only device connected to a single USB Root Hub. If other devices are connected to the same Root Hub, then camera communication may fail, which can result in camera hanging or image tearing depending on the bandwidth consumed by the other devices.
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Page 13: Note On Optimum Mounting Of Qi Retiga R Series Cameras
If more devices are connected to the same USB Root Hub, please reconnect them to a different port for optimal camera performance. Note on Optimum Mounting of QI Retiga R Series Cameras It is important to maintain a minimum of 1” clearance on the vented sides of the QI RETIGA camera to allow proper air flow, removing heat generated by Thermoelectric Cooling of the sensor. -
Page 14: Using Your Qi Retiga R Series Camera
Basic Camera Parameters Exposure Time The QI Retiga R Series camera’s exposure controls allow you to adjust the integration time for each acquisition. By increasing the exposure time, more light is captured by the sensor and a better signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) is achieved. -
Page 15: Sensor Cooling
Sensor Cooling To further reduce thermally generated noise, the QI Retiga R Series camera system provides regulated sensor cooling of at least -12ºC in a 22°C ambient, which effectively eliminates dark current noise from typical imaging scenarios. -
Page 16: Roi / Binning
An optional cable is available to access primary signals such as “Trigger-in,” “Expose out,” “End of Frame” and “Shutter Out”. The camera triggers on the rising edge of a TTL signal. QI Retiga R Series cameras support three trigger modes: Trigger-First Mode In this mode, the camera requires one trigger to begin the acquisition of a stream of images. -
Page 17: Bulb Mode
RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ Strobe Mode In this mode, each frame in the sequence requires a trigger. When a trigger is received, the camera exposes for the time set in the software. If Strobe mode is set to run in Overlap mode, then all exposures except the initial one will be equal to, or larger than, the readout time. -
Page 18: Recommended Initial Settings
RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ Recommended Initial Settings Initial settings for microscopic imaging (available options depend on application software): 14 bits ■ Gain State 2 ■ 30 msec exposure time ■ Clear Pre-Exposure ■ Clear count 2 ■ Display gamma of 1 ■... -
Page 19: Embedded Image Processing Algorithms
™ CHAPTER 4 Intelligent Quantification Embedded Image Processing Algorithms The QI Retiga R Series camera includes user controllable features designed to enhance camera performance and image quality. Defective Pixel Correction QImaging only uses sensor manufacturers highest grade CCD sensors in your QI Retiga camera. However Manufacturer’s specifications do not always meet customer needs for defect free imaging. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting
Confirm that the camera is operational by taking an image with a standard C-mount lens attached ■ to your QI Retiga R Series camera. Using normal room lighting, place the camera on a table about 3 meters away from an object and acquire an image. - Page 21 RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ Camera Fan Not Running The QI Retiga camera has a fan that operates continuously. If the camera is imaging, but the fan is not operating, please contact QImaging Support. The fan can be viewed through the vent holes on one side of the camera.
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Page 22: Unresolved Problems - Contacting Qimaging Support
RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ Unresolved Problems - Contacting QImaging Support If you are still unable to resolve your problem, contact QImaging Support for assistance in one of four ways: http://www.qimaging.com/support/faq/ 1. Visit for a list of all frequently asked questions. Your issue may be resolved in one of these faqs. -
Page 23: Specifications
RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ CHAPTER 6 SPECIFICATIONS Camera Dimensions (Front) Camera Dimensions (Bottom) www.qimaging.com ©2016 QImaging. All rights reserved. QI_Retiga R Series Camera_UM_Rev_A5... - Page 24 Connectors on Back of Camera Power Supply Specifications IMPORTANT: Only operate the QI Retiga R Series camera with the power supply provided by QImaging. For applications requiring use of instrumentation supplied power, please contact your QImaging Customer Support for advice.
- Page 25 RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ Focal Plane Measurement Sensor Specifications Image type: Monochrome or Color Scientific CCD (depending on camera model). Sensor specifications are provided in the data sheet. Sensor Orientation The QI Retiga camera utilizes “multiport” sensors. Multiport sensors can be read entirely from one common output for all pixels, as is the case of typical CCD sensors, or from 2 or more outputs in parallel to achieve greater frame rates.
- Page 26 RETIGA R SERIES USER MANUAL ™ I/O Connector Pinout The I/O (Input/Output Status) connector provides information about trigger function. Inputs must be at least 3.15 V for a high and less than 0.9 V for a low. The I/O trigger cable connects to Hirose connector HR212-10P-10PC on the back of the camera. Below is a description of each of the trigger pins.
- Page 27 ■ Shutter Output – TTL output to control timing of an external shutter driver ■ Ground – system digital ground ■ Types of triggering supported by the QI Retiga R Series Camera: Trigger-first Mode (Overlap/Non-Overlap) ■ Strobe Mode (Overlap/Non-Overlap) ■...
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- Page 29 www.qimaging.com tel +1 800.874.9789 support@qimaging.com DIGITAL IMAGING MADE EASY © 2016 QImaging. All rights reserved.