Unpack the Camera
Install Software (Solis or SDK)
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Prepare your Facility
Neo Quick Start Guide
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
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
Neo.
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.
Linux
:
For detailed instructions on how to install the SDK3 drivers on Linux please refer to Section 1.5.2 in the Andor
Software Development Kit Manual, available at
.
Camera
Essentials
Cables
Neo sCMOS Camera
Camera Link
PCIe Card
Coolant Pipes
water cooled
models only
Anti-Static
Strap
Camera Link
Cable
Power Supply
Country
Specific Power
Cord
Documentation
scan or visit:
andor.oxinst.com/
welcome
Software
(copy supplied)
Multi I/O
Timing Cable
USB 2.0 Cable
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).
For information on water cooling, please refer
to the user manual.
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
