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Lumina XRMS Series III Hardware Manual
Chapter 7 | Basic Operation
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Click OK in the software prompt (
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7.6 Imaging Basics
Black Paper
The imaging platform is a black anodized aluminum shelf with a special radiolucent insert. To protect
this surface and to minimize the need to clean it, PerkinElmer recommends performing
bioluminescence imaging on a high quality black paper. PerkinElmer has surveyed many types of
paper and recommends Swarthmore, Artagain, Black, part no. 445-109, size 8.5 inch x 11 inch. This
paper prevents illumination reflections and helps keep the stage clean.
Cleanable Lexan sheets are provided for use with fluorescent imaging as they produce less
background than the black paper. The actual field of view pattern is provided on several of the Lexan
sheets to aid in placing the subject in the center of the image. Instructions for mounting the field of
view mats are provided with the mats and installation hardware.
PerkinElmer recommends not using the FOV mat (supplied as an accessory to the Lumina XRMS)
during imaging in the X-ray mode where high resolution is desired. The FOV mat material permits
more X-ray scatter. Some compromise may be necessary, however, if the X-ray acquisition is
coupled with fluorescence imaging.In this case, the low auto-fluorescence image produced with the
FOV mat material may be preferred to the X-ray image with scattering.
Centering a Subject
It is recommended to confirm that the subject is centered on the stage before acquiring an image.
Manual Focus adjusts the stage position to yield the optimal focus, but can also be used as a centering
tool.
1.
Place the subject on the center of the imaging stage and close the imaging chamber door.
2.
Select the Manual Focus option from the Focus drop down menu of the Living Image control
panel.
The software displays a Manual Focus Window of the subject.
3.
If the subject is not centered, open the door and reposition the subject. Click the Update button
to refresh the image. Repeat this step until the subject is properly centered.
Figure 7.15
Moving the Scintillation Plate Cover to Lower Position
Thumb screw
Scintillation
plate cover
Scintillation plate