DigiDoc-It® Imaging System Set-Up and Operating Instructions IMPORTANT: Please read these instructions before operating your UVP System to familiarize yourself with operation procedures.
Doc-It Imaging Systems Table of Contents Hardware Components ................................................................... 1 Set-Up Instructions .......................................................................... 3 System Operation ........................................................................... 6 Accessories .................................................................................... 8 Technical Support .......................................................................
DigiDoc-It System Hardware Components The DigiDoc-It System is designed to fit over any of UVPs High Performance UV Transilluminators or for use with a Benchtop UV Transilluminator and drawer combination. The basic system combines: n n n Hood Enclosure Digital Color Camera, Filter and Diopter Doc-It Acquisition Software (refer to the separate manual for installation and user instructions) System components may include a transilluminator or drawer assembly.
DigiDoc-It Systems Hood Enclosure The DigiDoc-It hood enclosure includes a cap for protecting the camera from laboratory elements. The soft rubber viewport allows researchers to view samples prior to capturing images. The slide closure under the viewport minimizes ambient light when taking pictures. The lightweight door provides access to the enclosure interior for placement of samples on the transilluminator surface.
DigiDoc-It System System Set-Up n Hood Enclosure n Digital Color Camera, Filter and Diopter n Doc-It Acquisition Software (refer to separate manual for instructions) n Transilluminator (optional equipment) DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONNECT ANY WIRING WHILE THE EQUIPMENT IS CONNECTED TO ANY POWER SUPPLY. CAUTION Do not install the system in places with high moisture, dust or high temperature. Do not use any oil or petroleum based cleaner for the cabinet.
DigiDoc-It Systems With Benchtop Transilluminator and Drawer When using the drawer and Benchtop Transilluminator with the DigiDoc-It System, a +2 diopter is required for accurate camera focus. Your system may have a diopter attached to the camera lens if you are using the system with a larger High Performance Transilluminator and no drawer. The following instructions are for replacing the diopter. Diopter Installation Check the camera lens for an existing diopter and UV filter. If installed, remove both.
DigiDoc-It System 6. Close and secure the camera cap on the darkroom hood. 7. Plug the cameras power supply into a wall outlet or surge-protector receptacle. To remove the camera, reverse the steps above. Note: If you capture images using the camera outside the hood, you will need to calibrate the images manually in order to use the Doc-It Software rulers. See Changing Sample Width in the Software Manual for more details.
DigiDoc-It System System Operation Camera Operation If you will not be using the camera for an extended period, it is best to turn it off: To Turn the Camera Off or On 1. Open the camera cap on top of the darkroom hood. 2. Set the camera mode dial to Off to turn it off or to A/S/M to turn it on. 3. Close and secure the camera cap on the darkroom hood. If the camera is off when you start Doc-It, you will get a message stating that the application cannot find any cameras.
DigiDoc-It System 5. Close and secure the camera protection hood on the top of Darkroom Hood. 6. Turn on the light source. 7. Capture the image using appropriate software exposure settings. 8. Turn off the light source. Note: It is important to minimize the light source exposure to the sample. Turn off the light source as soon as you finish capturing the image. To View a Sample Prior to Capture 1. Open the sample viewing window on the hood by sliding the protective plate to the right. 2.
DigiDoc-It System Replacement Parts and Accessories Accessories are available for use with the DigiDoc-It Imaging Systems. Contact UVPs offices at the telephone numbers below for replacement parts for DigiDoc-It equipment. For transilluminator replacement parts, refer to the separate manual for the transilluminators included with your shipment.
Doc-It is a registered trademark of UVP, Inc. DigiDoc-It are trademarks of UVP, Inc.
