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  • Page 2 QIClick User’s Manual Applicability This document applies to the QIClick camera. For the latest updates, please visit QIMAGING Notice of Copyright  Copyright 2003 Quantitative Imaging Corporation. All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication of this document is prohibited. Trademarks and Proprietary Names QImaging, Retiga, and QCapture are trademarks of QImaging.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS QIClick User’s Manual ...................... i INTRODUCTION ......................1 Power Requirements ....................1 Host Requirements ...................... 1 IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Interface ................. 2 Cables .......................... 2 Imaging Software for Your Camera ................2 INSTALLATION ......................3 Step 1. Install the 1394 PCI card ................3 Step 2.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION The QImaging QIClick CCD digital camera features enhanced visible and IR quantum efficiency for super high sensitivity for demanding low light and fluorescence imaging applications. A progressive scan interline CCD sensor gives a resolution of 1.4 million pixels in a 12-bit digital output. High-speed low-noise electronics provide linear digital data for rapid image capture.

  • Page 5: Ieee 1394 (Firewire) Interface

    IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Interface The QIClick is powered and controlled through an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) digital interface. A single FireWire connection from the camera to the computer allows full control of the camera and rapid image data transfer from the camera to the computer. Cables A 10-foot FireWire interface cable is included with the camera.

  • Page 6: Installation

    CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION IMPORTANT: Follow these steps in order to complete the installation. DO NOT CONNECT the camera until the camera driver is installed. 1. Install the provided IEEE 1394 PCIe card 2. Install the software and drivers needed to acquire images with your new QImaging camera.

  • Page 7: Step 2. Install Your Imaging Software

    Step 2. Install Your Imaging Software Once the IEEE 1394 card is installed in your computer, you are ready to install the FireWire drivers and imaging software. See your Imaging Software User’s Guide for for complete installation instructions. Camera drivers and the QCapture Suite imaging software are available online at www.qimaing.com Step 3.
  • Page 8 There are some cases when connecting to a PC or Mac desktop where not enough power is supplied through the IEEE 1394 cable. If this is the case, you may receive an Error Code 28 or the software may stop functioning properly. In this case, external power must be delivered to the camera which can be accomplished by connecting the camera via one of the following methods: •...

  • Page 9: Camera Basics

    CHAPTER 3 CAMERA BASICS The QIClick's image capture capabilities are controlled entirely by your imaging software. This chapter provides basic instructions for working with the camera itself. Turning the Camera On and Off To turn the QIClick on, all you need to do is to flip the power switch to the “ ” position ensuring that you have the appropriate configuration of “Step 3”...

  • Page 10: Understanding The Led Indicators

    To attach F-mount optics: If you have a monochrome camera and you have purchased the optional color filter, then carefully thread the color filter to the C-mount ring on the camera. The opposite end of the color filter is a female F-mount connector.

  • Page 11: Advanced Camera Controls

    CHAPTER 4 ADVANCED CAMERA CONTROLS The QIClick offers the user an advanced method of synchronizing to external events. The use of external triggering allows more advanced specialized applications of digital imaging. This section explains external triggering for the QIClick as well as the operation and control of electrical gain and offset.

  • Page 12: Gain And Offset Controls

    To ensure that you will use the external triggering mechanism correctly, it is important to ensure that the following questions have been answered when devising or architecting your system design: • Has a system design been developed that incorporates the necessary elements such as: •...

  • Page 13: Caring For Your Camera

    CHAPTER 5 CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA The QIClick camera requires no regular maintenance except occasional external cleaning of the CCD window (the glass window between the camera sensor and the microscope or lens). To clean the CCD window: CAUTION — The camera’s CCD sensor, and circuits are sensitive to static discharge.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Resolving Problems with the Camera The Green LED is not lit. • Check all the cable connections. • Flip the switch at the back of the camera. • If your camera is still not lit, then your camera may not be receiving the required power. If you have a 1394 Power Supply or you have an IEEE 1394 HUB, connect the camera as listed in Step 3 of the “Introduction”...

  • Page 15: Unresolved Problems - Contacting Qimaging Support

    Unresolved Problems - Contacting QImaging Support If you are still unable to resolve your problem, contact QImaging Support for assistance in one of four ways: • Visit / for a list of all frequently asked questions. HTTP QIMAGING SUPPORT Your issue may be resolved in one of these faqs. •...

  • Page 16: Glossary

    CHAPTER 7 GLOSSARY Binning Binning is a method of increasing camera speed and sensitivity to boost low signals. Binning causes the acquired image to be brighter and smaller, but the resolution will be lower as a result. Because the image is smaller, the image transfer time is reduced significantly. When you select a binning setting in your imaging software, the camera combines data from several pixels in the camera’s CCD into a single super pixel.
  • Page 17 See IEEE 1394. IEEE 1394 High bandwidth (40 megabytes/second - 1394a; 80 megabytes/second - 1394b) interface for connecting digital imaging, storage, and other devices to host computers. Image Intensifier An electro-optical vacuum tube which intensifies or amplifies on low light level images. Integration The active collection of photons as done by an image sensor.

  • Page 18: Appendices

    CHAPTER 8 APPENDICES APPENDIX A: External Trigger Port The external trigger port at the rear of the camera is a 6-pin miniature circular DIN receptacle (AMP 749265-1). The mating connector is a Singatron Enterprises part number 62000-6P, available fromDigikey (www.digikey.com) Figure 11—...
  • Page 19 Figure 12— Schematic of External Trigger circuit internal to camera.

  • Page 20: Input Signals

    Input Signals In order to use the External Trigger Port correctly and ensure external triggering operation for your camera, you need to supply at least 4 input signals through the mini din receptacle. Pin 1 always needs to be powered at a 5V potential, with Pins 4 and 6 always connected to ground. The input signal to begin triggering the camera is through Pin 2 and should be a 5V TTL pulse.

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