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RETIGA R
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SERIES USER MANUAL
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
The QI Retiga R Series Camera is the ideal
camera for highly sensitive microscopic
imaging and documentation. With peak
quantum efficiency of 75%, combined with
extraordinarily low electronic and thermal
noise, the QI Retiga R Series cameras
provide higher resolution and sensitivity in
a form factor that saves space in laboratory
settings. The QI Retiga R Series Cameras
utilizes a USB 3.0 data connection for a
fast and easy installation, while maintaining
backwards compatibility for USB 2.0 at
reduced data rates for use with a variety of
host computers.
This manual describes the installation and
configuration procedures for your new
QI Retiga R Series camera. Descriptions
of QI Retiga R Series camera settings are
also included. Any differences between
individual models will be noted in the text.
System Components
Your new camera system includes:
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QI Retiga R Series camera: Retiga R6, Retiga R3, or Retiga R1
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7.5V DC, 2.5A power supply (actual model may vary)
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USB 3.0 cable
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Ocular software
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USB flash drive: PVCAM driver, manual, datasheet, training materials
