CoolSNAP EZ - Photometrics - #1

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H I G H - P E R F O R M A N C E E M C C D & C C D C A M E R A S F O R L I F E S C I E N C E S 1392 x 1040 imaging array 6.45 x 6.45-ìm pixels Primary applications Fixed-cell imaging Immunofluorescence FISH Ion concentration imaging Near-infrared (NIR) DIC The CoolSNAPEZ Monochrome camera from Photometrics® delivers fast, high-resolution imaging for low-light life sciences applications. This moderately cooled CCD camera provides 12-bit digitization at 20 MHz. The fine pitch of the pixels is ideally matched to the resolution of optical microscopes. Megapixel resolution and small pixels allow imaging of very fine detail, yet the pixels can be easily binned to utilize the full dynamic range and increase signal-to-noise performance. Advanced interlinetransfer CCD technology provides high quantum efficiency, most notably in the near-infrared (NIR) portion of the spectrum. Features Benefits 20-MHz readout High-speed, high-sensitivity readout 1392 x 1040 imaging array 6.45 x 6.45-ìm pixels Resolves fine detail Ideally matched to optical microscope Interline-transfer, progressive-scan CCD Electronic shuttering eliminates camera vibration and facilitates fast triggering Flexible binning and readout Increases signal-to-noise performance while increasing the frame rate IEEE-1394a or PCI interface High-bandwidth, uninterrupted data transfer with no dropped frames 12-bit digitization Quantifies bright and dim signals in the same image Thermoelectric cooling Low dark current allows longer integration times Enhanced quantum efficiency Provides higher sensitivity than typical interline cameras (especially in the NIR) C-mount Easily attaches to microscopes, standard lenses, or optical equipment Subcompact, fanless design Low profile allows easy integration Acquisition software Captures, analyzes, and saves high-resolution images PVCAM® Circular buffers Device sequencing IEEE-1394a compatibility PCI compatibility Supported by numerous third-party software packages Real-time focus Precise integration with shutters, filter wheels, etc. Windows® XP/Vista 32 and Mac OS X Windows XP/Vista 32, Mac OS X, and Linux® (kernel versions 2.4 and 2.6.8)