Contents
Note:
This manual describes the features, functions and operation of
the Scientifica Multiphoton Scanhead. Before use, please carefully read
this manual, directions for all accessories, all precautionary information
and specifications.
1.0 Product Introduction ....................................................................... 1
1.1 Handling Scientifica equipment – precautions ............................... 1
1.2 The Scientifica Scanhead .............................................................. 2
1.2.2 Product overview .................................................................... 2
1.2.3 Systems components ............................................................. 3
1.2.3 Product walkthrough ............................................................... 5
2.0 Packing List ...................................................................................... 6
2.1 Standard items ............................................................................... 6
2.2 Optional items ................................................................................ 7
2.2.1 Alignment Pack contents ........................................................ 9
3.0 Initial Setup .................................................................................... 10
3.1 Mechanical setup of the Scanhead .............................................. 10
3.1.1 Removing the shipping brackets ........................................... 10
3.1.2 Mounting and configuring the SliceScope microscope ......... 10
3.1.3 Fitting a fluorescence turret to the Scanhead ....................... 10
3.2 Electrical setup of the Scanhead ................................................. 12
3.2.1 3U Control Rack ................................................................... 12
3.2.2 Electrical setup ..................................................................... 14
3.2.3 Parameters for Scanhead electrical setup ............................ 16
3.3 Optical setup of the Scanhead ..................................................... 17
3.3.1 Positioning the launch optics ................................................ 17
3.3.2 Checking the alignment of the Scanhead galvanometers .... 18
3.3.3
Aligning the laser to the Scanhead .................................. 20
4.0 Operation Guide ............................................................................. 21
4.1 Software control of the Scanhead ................................................ 21
4.2 Powering up the system .............................................................. 21
4.3 Operating the Scanhead .............................................................. 21
4.3.1 Standard operation ............................................................... 21
4.3.2
Alternative visualisation and imaging techniques ............. 22
5.0 Maintenance ................................................................................... 23
5.1 Cleaning ....................................................................................... 23
6.0 Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 24
6.1 No movement of the galvos ......................................................... 24
6.2 Misalignment of the laser to the Scanhead .................................. 24
7.0 Specifications ................................................................................ 25
Appendix 1.0 ........................................................................................ 26
1.1
Electrical configuration with shutter control ............................. 26
1.2 System electrical connections checklist ....................................... 28
1.2.1 Configuring the spring terminal block ................................... 30
8.0 Warranty, Technical Queries and Returns .................................. 31
9.0 About Scientifica ........................................................................... 31
