Veeco Dimension 3100, Manual

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Stage System
Stage Menu Commands
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5.2 Stage Menu Commands
Important stage menu commands are discussed in detail in the following sections:
• Load New Sample: Section 5.2.1
• Locate Tip: Section 5.2.2
• Focus Surface: Section 5.2.3
• Move To (X,Y): Section 5.2.4
• Set Reference: Section 5.2.5
• Programmed Move: Section 5.2.6
• Initialize: Section 5.2.7
• SPM Parameters: Section 5.2.8
5.2.1 Load New Sample
Stage software is designed to function between vertical movements of the head. Functions such as
Load New Sample first lift the head's probe from the sample surface, then index the stage to a
preprogrammed location (usually front-center) where samples may be rapidly reloaded.
To load or unload a sample from the stage using the Load New Sample function, complete the
following:
1. Select Load New Sample from the Stage pop-down menu. The screen displays a dialog box
(see Figure 5.2a ).
Figure 5.2a Stage Load/Unload Prompt
CAUTION: Do not move the stage while the microscope is scanning.
Stage
Load/Unload?
Ok Cancel