Figure 36. Required Selections For Non-Overlap Mode Operation - Princeton Instruments PhotonMAX System Manual

Chapter 5
Non-Overlap Mode
The Non-Overlap mode allows you to
expose the array for the exposure time
specified in the software and is similar in
performance to a normal, full-frame device.
The operational sequence for this mode is:
1. Clearing the CCD,
2. Exposing for the specified exposure
3. Shifting the image from the sensor
4. Reading out the CCD.
Steps 1-4 are repeated for each frame in a sequence. Steps 1 and 3, clearing the CCD and
shifting the image, are usually very short and do not impact the frame rate.
In WinView and WinSpec, this sequence is programmed by simply setting:
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Figure 36 shows these selections.
Note: Since the software you are using may show the settings differently, you should
refer to the software documentation for accurate information.
Select
"Fast Mode".
time,
area to the frame-transfer area, and
the Slow Mode vs. Fast Mode to "Fast Mode" (selectable on the Experiment
Setup|Timing tab page),
the Readout mode to "Frame Transfer" (selectable on the Hardware
Setup|Controller/Camera tab page) and
the Cleaning mode to "Clear Pre-Exposure" with one or more Cleans (selectable
on the Hardware Setup|Cleans tab page).
"Frame Transfer"
Readout Mode.

Figure 36. Required Selections for Non-Overlap Mode Operation

Operation
Select the
Select the
"Clear Pre-Exposure"
Clean Mode.
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