Digital Microscope Camera 2...from CTC South

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DMC2 Digital Microscope Camera   $2895 from CTC South

The Polaroid DMC2 digital microscope camera features a 2.1 megapixel CCD, 14-bit linear RGB image capture, electronic shutter, automatic exposure, rapid fire "burst mode" image capture and SimplePCIp - a high-performance imaging application designed to meet the need for high-speed processing with ease of use and flexibility. Full-color images are captured at up to 12 frames per second, and data transfers from camera to monitor at speeds greater than 2MB per second. Data is not compressed, providing complete, accurate images.

To see a demonstration of the DMC 2 software, click on the "View Interactive Demo" link to the left. Polaroid DMC LE Digital Micrscope Camera

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    Key Applications:

    The Polaroid DMC 2 is ideal for microscopists or technicians who capture images to analyze, document, communicate, or archive their work in the following fields:

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    Materials laboratories

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    Manufacturing facilities

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    Contract and consulting laboratories

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    University research departments

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    Teaching hospitals

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    Medical research facilities

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    Crime laboratories

    		 
     
    Features:
    Software features
     
  • Load or save in over 50 image formats including TIF, lossless JPEG, and PSD files
  • Over 150 size, shape, intensity, position and user-defined measurements are available.
  • Advanced image annotation tools with font and color controls and ability to position anywhere on an image.
  • View data in 2D and 3D graphs, tables, or spreadsheets
  • Create an image montage from image sequences - allows a visual comparison in one view of changes occurring among many images.
  • Split image into an RGB full color image and its independent color components - shows different fluorescent components and allows flexibility in viewing preferences
  • Adjustable look-up table - provides simple control of image contrasting for improved viewing. Allows image enhancement for improved presentation.

    Hardware Features
     

  • 11mm 2.1 megapixel CCD: Provides 1616 x 1296 (2.1 million pixels) image resolution without software interpolation or mechanical chip stepping.
  • 14 bit linear RGB image capture, instead of the more common 12 bit images instead of the 12-bit common on many other cameras.
  • Color or black & white preview: Up to 12 frames per second
  • Three output resolutions: 1600 x 1200, 800 x 600 and 400 x 300 pixels, offering both high-resolution and storage flexibility.
  • Standard "C-mount" connection: Fast set-up, compatible with a variety of microscopes, no expensive adapters required
  • SCSI-2 connection: Fast data transfer speeds - over 2MB per second
  • Link multiple cameras to a single computer
  • TWAIN drivers and PhotoShop plug-ins offer compatibility with all imaging software, allowing you to transfer files to your favorite image analysis, archiving and editing software, for storage and manipulation in a variety of file formats.
  • Files are stored in the industry-standard TIFF format
  • Exposure times from 20 milliseconds to 8 seconds
  • No data compression -- retain data integrity and image fidelity
  • Camera utility software for operation without imaging software
  • Ideal for some fluorescent applications -- Color Stacker software combines up to three images into one.
  • Accessories: -2-meter HD SCSI-2 cable
    -50-pin to 25-pin adapter
    -Universal power supply
    -Online user manual
    -Quick start card
    -Camera utility software compatible with both Windows and Macintosh formats
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    Specifications:
    Output Formats:
     
  • Super High Resolution 1600 x 1200: -8 bit = 1.92MB
    -16 bit = 3.84MB
    -24 bit = 5.76MB
    -48 bit = 11.52MB
     
  • High Resolution 800 x 600 8 bit = 0.48MB
    16 bit = 0.96MB
    24 bit = 1.44MB
    48 bit = 4.32MB
     
  • Image Transfer Speed: Greater than 2 MB per second SCSI Data Transfer
  • Computer Interface: SCSI-2
  • Weight: 2.1 lbs. (963g)
  • Dimensions: 7.2 in. x 5.1 in. x 2.1 in. (18.3 cm x 13.0 cm x 5.3 cm)
  • Power Supply: Input: 100-250V, 0.4A, 50-60Hz (surge protected) Output: +6.0 VDC, 2.0A
  • Safety Approvals: UL, C-UL, TUV, GS, CE, CB
  • Limited Warranty: With exclusions, 1 year parts and labor
  • PC System Requirements: -IBM & Compatible Operating Requirements
    -IBM PC or compatible with a Pentium processor
    -ASPI compliant SCSI adapter card
    -Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000, NT
    -64 MB of available RAM
    -100 MB of available hard disk space
     

  • Macintosh System Requirements: -Apple Macintosh or PowerBook computer with a Power PC or later processor
    -Macintosh operating system of 8.6 or later
    -64 MB of available RAM
    -100 MB of available hard disk space
     

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