Optional Components - Princeton Instruments PhotonMAX System Manual

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Optional Components:

Application Software
WinX/32 (WinView or WinSpec): The PhotonMAX camera can be operated by
using either WinView/32 or WinSpec/32, Princeton Instrument's 32-bit Windows®
software packages designed specifically for high-end imaging and spectroscopy,
respectively. The Princeton Instruments' software provides comprehensive
image/spectral capture and display functions. The package also facilitates snap-ins to
permit advanced operation. Using the optional built-in macro record function, you
can also create and edit your own macros to automate a variety of operations.
WinView and WinSpec take full advantage of the versatility of the PhotonMAX
camera and even enhance it by making integration of the detection system into larger
experiments or instruments an easy, straightforward endeavor.
PVCAM
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from the camera when a custom application is being written. For example, in the case
of Windows, PVCAM is a dynamic link library (DLL). Also, it should be understood
that PVCAM is solely for camera control and image acquisition, not for image
processing. PVCAM places acquired images into a buffer, where they can then be
manipulated using either custom written code or by extensions to other commercially
available image processing packages.
Scientific Imaging ToolKit™: SITK™ is a collection of LabVIEW
scientific cameras and spectrographs. This third party software can be purchased
from Princeton Instruments.
Note: PhotonMAX may also be operated by several other third-party software
packages. Please check with the providers of the packages for compatibility and
support information.
Fiber Optic Interface
The optional fiber optic interface (2475-0041) allows you to operate the
from up to 300 meters away. This is an excellent solution for operating the camera at
telescopes or in hazardous locations. The two transceiver boxes are connected via an
LC-to-LC, duplex, 62.5/125 µm fiber optic cable (see below).
Fiber Optic Cable
Optional fiber optic cables can be ordered separately in 100m (2475-0042), 200m
(2475-0043), and 300m (2475-0044) lengths.
C- to Spectroscopy Adapter
A C- to Spectroscopy-mount adapter can be ordered separately.
PhotonMAX System Manual
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