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| Cooling mechanism reduces thermal noise, leading to greater clarity and higher signal to noise image acquisition | ||||
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| Cooling mechanism cuts noise The Peltier device cooling mechanism maintains the temperature of CCD at approximately 20°C below the pre-cooled temperature. As a result, heat-induced noise—which would otherwise occur during long exposures is significantly reduced, so even weak fluorescence and darkfield images are captured clearly. |
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| Crisp images with 12.6-mega output pixels Nikon's original pixel stepping technology has realized a super high resolution of 12.6-mega output pixels (4116 x 3072 pixels)—1.07 times greater than our previous models. The resulting images are exceptionally sharp, and the high-definition image files created can be printed in large format—a valuable requirement for today's demanding research digital imaging systems. |
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| Superb sensitivity suited for dark specimen capture Nikon's high S/N digital circuit technology enables a greater range of image sensitivity, performance and image capture. Thanks to its wide exposure latitude and improved dynamic range, a wide range of light intensities can be observed and digitally stored. |
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| Smooth live image display Images are transferred to the PC monitor at a rapid 15 fps max. speed for smooth, natural display of live image observations. Along with auto-exposure determination, this makes it easy to adjust focus, observe, and shoot while reducing the chance of photobleaching due to the reduction in the overall imaging workflow process. |
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| Upgraded Overlay (Merge)—handy for multistained specimen capture The DXM1200C's Overlay (Merge) feature has greater capabilities than ever before. “Stack RGB” separates the RGB components from the original image and layers them. “Merge Channel” takes the RGB set components from the original image, allocates the designated colors, then overlays. The different colors can be added or deleted independently. Merge Channel colors can be easily selected from the control software. |
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| Advanced, user-friendly DXM1200C control software ACT-1C | ||||
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Preview of the live image  , image just taken  , thumbnail images  , and shooting parameter panel  are all included on a single screen, providing an overview of the workflow. Prolonged, high-volume imaging can be easily accomplished with minimum fatigue and less strain. |
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| Live & captured images Position of the live image and captured image can be switched (between the large display and small) at the click of a button. |
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| Either image can be enlarged to full screen (maximum frame rate 12 fps in this mode). | ||||
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| Live image can be zoomed up to 800%, facilitating easy focusing. | ||||
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Focus indicator   Indicates focusing status. |
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Exposure metering   Auto exposure can be used by setting the metering area and size.Two exposure modes are available: metering is continuously performed or metering ends once exposure is obtained. |
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 Exposure time (1/16000 to 60 sec.) can be manually set either by entering the value in the box or moving the slider. Slider-based exposure times can be arbitrarily added or deleted. Exposure time can be also selected in msec or µsec units according to your needs. |
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| Image overlay (merge) Stack RGB: takes the set components from the original image and overlays them. |
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| Merge channel: takes the set components from the original image, allocates the designated colors for each channel, then overlays. The default colors red, green, blue and white can be added or deleted. | ||||
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| Black balance Perfect blacks can be obtained by setting the RGB color levels to zero. |
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| Scale display & diagram/text imprint A scale can be displayed on captured and live images, while text can be added to and graphics drawn on the captured image. |
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| Launcher Using the launcher of ACT-1C, images can be exported to other image analysis software. |
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| Shooting parameters • Imaging mode and frame template • Imaging mode: Fine or Quick • Image size: 10 types (Fine), 4 (Quick) |
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| • Optional settings • Live image “enhanced” • Shading correction • CCD cooling On/Off • Auto printing after exposure |
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| • Tone Image brightness is selectable from Standard, Bright, Slightly Bright and Dark. |
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| • Save Auto processing for image file naming, folder generation, sort, and save are all set simultaneously prior to imaging. |
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| • Shooting interval Intervals during auto shooting can be set from 5 seconds to approx. 100 hours. |
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