Smart View 220 Image System Instruction manual Catalog No. MBE-IMG-CM www.majorsci.com service@majorsci.com Version 01B Revised on : 2012.10.
Packing list MBE-IMG-CM -1x Scientific Camera -1x Camera Lens -1x SmartView Amber Filter -1x Dark Room -1x Connect cable -1x SmartView 220 Instruction Manual Signed by: Date: Major Science is liable for all missing or damaged parts / accessories within 7 days after customer received this instrument package. Please contact Major Science immediately regarding this issue. If no response within such time period from consignee party, that will be consignee party’s whole responsibility.
Table of Contents Packing list ..................................................................................................... 2 Warning........................................................................................................... 4 Section 1 Introduction .............................................................................. 7 1.1 Overview.................................................................................................... 7 1.2 Feature ........................
Warning Major Science SmartView 220 Image System has been tested and found to comply with the limits for the CE regulation. Also, SmartView 220 Image System is RoHS compliant to deliver confident product which meets the environmental directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the instrument is operated in a commercial environment.
11. The unit shall be operated only by qualified personnel. Safety Information Use high level of precaution against any electrical device. Before connecting the electrical supply, check to see if the supply voltage is within the range stated at the rating label, and see to it that the device be seated firmly. Place the unit in a safe and dry location; it must NOT touch the surrounding. Follow the safety precautions for chemicals / dangerous materials.
Avoiding Damage to the Instrument 1. Do not attempt to operate the device if damage is suspected. 2. Protect this unit from physical damage, corrosive agents and extreme temperatures (direct sunlight, etc.). 3. For proper ventilation and safety concerns, keep at least 10 cm of space behind the instrument, and at least 5 cm of space on each side. 4. Use high level of precaution against the damages on the unit. 5. Do not operate the unit out of environmental conditions addressed above. 6.
Section 1 Introduction 1.1 Overview The SmartView220 system offer you convenience and preference. The compact scientific-grade camera allows you to take pictures from the computer and stores in the USB flash drive without any hassle. The portable and light design allows you to carry it with ease. The SmartView 220 image system completes the MBE series for all your needs-from gel casting, gel electrophoresis to gel documentation; all in one system.
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Section 2 Technical Specification Model name Camera Smart View 220 Resolution Approx. 5.0 megapixel Image Size 2592x1944 Frame per Seconds(FPS) 5 frames Sensitivity 1.4 V/lux-sec File format BMP,JPEG,Tiff, PNG(8bit) Dynamic range Grey level(0-255) Exposure range 0.01~30 sec Lens Focal Length 6 mm Maximum Relative Aperture 1:1.2 Dark Room Camera Holder Material Polyoxymethylene (POM) Darkroom Material Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) Darkroom Dimensions H:40cm W:34cm L:19.
Section 3 Installation Instructions The SmartView220 is a pre-installed instrument. User will have to do a few procedures to install the scientific camera part. Place the unit on a sturdy, level safe and dry place, then follow the instruction below for the scientific camera installation. 3.1 Assembling and Installing the scientific camera Step 1 Assemble the camera and lens To prevent damage, the camera and lens are well packed in a box during shipping.
Step 3 Assemble the filter* One SmartView amber filter is provided as standard accessory in the package. Attach the filter into the filter slot after install the camera. *Note: To put the side down with a groove of SmartView amber filter. Step 4 Plug the mini-B 5 pin cable to the camera Connector Port This port provides power source for the scientific camera. Step 5 Plug the USB 2.
3.2 Install the IMG-CM software Before install the IMG-CM software, please make sure you have your scientific-grade camera , which contains required license key to install your software. Step 1 Connect the scientific-grade camera with your computer Step 2 Install MBE-IMG setup programs* *Note: Four files are included in the software disk.
Step 3 Checking the license agreement then press the “next” button 1. 2.
Step 5 Save this program in your specifying location 14
Step 6 Complete the installation program You could find the short-cut on the desktop.
Step 7 Install drvinstaller program 16
Step 8 Complete the installation program of scientific-grade camera 17
Section 4 Operation Instructions 4.1 Control interface (b) Tool bar (c) Capture (d) Print (e)Exposure time (a) Display screen (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (a) Display screen: This area shows the image of dark room. (b) The functions of tool bar are as follows (1) Start: Start shooting. (2) Stop: Return to the main screen. (3) Zoom in: To see more detail in a smaller region. (4) Zoom out: To see less detail in a larger region. (5) Zoom 100%: 100% of the size of the display screen.
4.2 Lens control Manually adjust the Iris to get the best image. Adjust screw of aperture ring Aperture ring Focus ring 4.2.1 Aperture: amount that the lens can open up or close down to let in more or less light. Use the top ring for aperture adjustment. 4.2.2 Focus**: determines its angle of view, and thus also how much the subject will be magnified for a given photographic position. *Note: Focus distance has been set well before leave the factory. *Note: Please uses adjust screw carefully. 4.
Change the file name 4.3.2 Print the image You can use the printer/thermal printer to print your image. Simply press the Print button then your image will be printed out.
4.3.3 Exposure time* The default exposure time is set at 0.01 seconds .You can change the exposure time to get the best image result. You can double click on the number then will pop out a dialog to enter the seconds. You also can use the left/right button to increase/decrease 0.1 second of the exposure time. The common exposure time is 30 seconds. *Note: When exposure function is processed that will show the red light until to finish.
4.4 Sample image (1) F3.2, 1.5s (2) F3.
Section 5 Trouble shooting Fault Weak signals or no image Solution 1. Check the USB connect cable is tightening with your computer. 2. Adjust aperture to increase the incoming light. 3. Extend the exposure time to intensify the signal. Blurred image Adjust the focus ring to optimize the image Maintenance* The CMOS lens should be cleaned with general camera cleaning kit. Dry the filter surface with a soft cloth after each operation. Never use abrasive cleaners, solvent based cleaners, or scouring pads.
Section 6 Ordering Information Cat. No. MBE‐IMG‐CM Accessories MBE-IMG-CM-01 Description SmartView220 Image System with 5MP Scientific Camera and Hood Kit MBE-IMG-CM-03 MBE-IMG-F1 MBE-IMG-SW DI‐P95DW SmartView220 Hood Kit, includes camera adapter, amber filter, and hood SmartView220 Holder Kit, includes camera adapter and amber filter 5.
Section 7 Warranty Major Science warrants apparatus of its manufacture against defects in materials and workmanship, under normal service, for one year from the shipping date to purchaser . This warranty excludes damages resulting from shipping, misuse, carelessness, or neglect. Consumable part (filter) is not covered by our warranty. Major Science’s liability under the warranty is limited to the receipt of reasonable proof by the customer that the defect is embraced within the terms of the warranty.
