Unpack the Camera
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Prepare your Facility
Marana Quick Start Guide - USB3 and CXP
Install Software (Solis or SDK3)
Linux
:
For detailed instructions on how to install the SDK3 and CoaXPress drivers on Linux please refer to Section 1.5.2 in
the Andor Software Development Kit Manual, available at
andor.oxinst.com/downloads
You must have administrator access on your PC to perform this installation.
These instructions cover installation of both Andor Solis and Andor SDK if ordered. A copy of the software is provided
within the camera box. Additionally, the latest software files are available to download on request, please sign in or
create an account at
andor.oxinst.com/downloads
Windows: Switch on the PC, run the setup exe from the supplied copy or the downloaded file: e.g. AndorSDK3Setup-
<version>.exe.
1.
Confirm the version of software (minimum is v3.14.x).
2. Follow the on screen prompts.
3. Select the installation directory when prompted.
4.
If prompted for camera type select
Marana
.
5.
On the final window click on “Install”. Continue to follow the on screen prompts.
6.
To complete the installation, when prompted select “Yes, restart the computer now” and click on the finish button.
Handle the camera and accessories with
care.
Use correct power supply and cables.
Observe anti-static precautions when
installing the controller card and camera.
Store between -10°C and 50°C.
Operate between 0°C and 30°C.
Ensure 100 mm clearance around camera
and power supply vents (Do
not
block vents
when operating on benchtop).
Cooling options information:
Min. temp with air cooling: -25°C.
Min. temp with water/liquid cooling: -45°C.
If using
water/liquid cooling
the coolant
system
must be connected
and coolant
temperature set above the dew point
before
the camera is switched on
.
Operation of the camera close to intense
pulsed sources (e.g. plasma and X-ray
sources) may compromise performance.
Keep dry, <70% humidity non-condensing.
Refer to the user manual for further information
Camera
Essentials
Cables
Marana
Back-illuminated
sCMOS Camera
(model as ordered)
USB 3.0
PCIe Card
CoaXPress
Card
(with ext. trigger
input)*
Anti-Static
Strap
USB 3.0 Cable
CoaXPress
Cable*
Country
Specific Power
Cord
Documentation
scan or visit:
andor.oxinst.com/
welcome
Software
(copy supplied)
Coolant Pipes
(hose inserts)
Trigger Cable
1 x BNC to D-type
Trigger Cable*
1 x BNC to SMB
Power Supply
*CoaXPress models only
