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QIClick User’s Manual
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This document applies to the QIClick camera. For the latest updates, please visit
WWW.QIMAGING.COM.
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service providers and are used herein for identification purposes only. Microsoftand Windowsare
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CONTENTS
QIClick User’s Manual ...................................................................................................... i
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................. 1
Power Requirements ................................................................................................... 1
Host Requirements ...................................................................................................... 1
IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Interface ................................................................................. 2
Cables .......................................................................................................................... 2
Imaging Software for Your Camera ........................................................................... 2
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................. 3
Step 1. Install the 1394 PCI card ................................................................................ 3
Step 2. Install Your Imaging Software ........................................................................ 4
Step 3. Connect the QIClick ........................................................................................ 4
CAMERA BASICS ............................................................................................................ 6
Turning the Camera On and Off .................................................................................. 6
Connecting the QIClick to your Optics ....................................................................... 6
Understanding the LED Indicators ............................................................................. 6
Capturing Images with the QIClick ............................................................................ 6
ADVANCED CAMERA CONTROLS .............................................................................. 8
Triggering the QIClick Extenally ................................................................................ 8
Gain and Offset Controls ............................................................................................. 9
CARING FOR YOUR CAMERA ..................................................................................... 10
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................... 11
Resolving Problems with the camera .......................................................................... 11
Unresolved Problems - Contacting QImaging Support ............................................... 12
GLOSSARY ...................................................................................................................... 13
APPENDICES .................................................................................................................. 15
APPENDIX A: External Trigger Port ......................................................................... 15
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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
TheQImagingQIClickCCDdigitalcamerafeatures enhanced visible and IR quantum efficiencyforsuperhigh
sensitivity for demanding low light and fluorescence imaging applications. A progressive scan interline CCD
sensor gives a resolutionof 1.4 million pixels in a 12-bit digital output. High-speed low-noise electronics provide
linear digital data for rapid image capture. The FireWire IEEE1394 digital interface allows ease of use and
installation with a single wire requiring no framegrabber or external power supply. The QIClick includes
QCapture Software for Windows and Mac based software systems for real time image preview and capture.
A Software Development Kit (SDK) is available for interfacing with custom software.
Power Requirements
The QIClick can be powered through a single IEEE 1394 (FireWire) cable.
•Power:
Uncooled QIClick = 6 watts
•Input voltage range: 8 - 24 volts
Host Requirements
For Windows PCs:
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Core 2 Duo CPU or later, running at 2 GHz
•2+ GB RAM
• Windows XP Pro (SP3) or later
•The supplied card must be installed
For Mac OS Computers:
•Intel based Mac
•Video card with 32MB minimum
•Mac OS 10.4 or higher
•2+ GB RAM
• The supplied card must be installed 7
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IEEE 1394 (FireWire) Interface
The QIClick is powered and controlled through an IEEE 1394 (FireWire) digital interface.
A single FireWire connection from the camera to the computer allows full control of the camera and
rapid image data transfer from the camera to the computer.
Cables
A 10-foot FireWire interface cable is included with the camera. One end of this cable connects to
either of the available FireWire ports at the back of the camera; the other end of the cable plugs into
your computer’s 6-pin FireWire port.
Some computers have 4-pin FireWire ports. These ports may be used if they are OHCI compliant, but
you will need to purchase a 4-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable from your local computer store. If you
connect the QiClick to a 4-pin FireWire port, you likely need to use an external power
supply.
What is the difference between 4-pin and 6-pin FireWire ports?
FireWire cables are available in different sizes. 6-pin FireWire cables are capable of providing
both power and a communication interface between the camera and computer while 4-pin
cablesprovideonly a communicationinterface. Some laptopcomputershave 6-pin FireWirejacks that
do not provide power. If your computer has such a port, you will have to power your QIClick by
attaching an external power supply to the system.
QCapture Suite Software
The QIClick operates on both Windows and Mac OS based systems. QCapture Suite Software
for both systems is available at WWW.QIMAGING.COM. The easy-to-use QCapture software
gives you complete control over the camera’s settings and image capture functions. QCapture Suite
also includes a TWAIN-compliant interface that allows many Windows image-editing applications to
acquire images using QImaging cameras.
Imaging Software for Your Camera
Industry Standard Imaging Applications
The QIClick works with industry-standard Windows and Mac OS imaging software.
QImagingpartners witha multitudeof third partysoftware companiesthat supportQImaging
cameras for scientific imaging applications.
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The QIClick connects to your Windows PC via a FireWire port. Even if you already have a
FireWire port, you need to install the supplied IEEE 1394 PCIe card.
IMPORTANT: Follow these steps in order to complete the installation.
DO NOT CONNECT the camera until the camera driver is installed.
1. Install the provided IEEE 1394 PCIe card
2. Install the software and drivers needed to acquire images with your new
QImaging camera.
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Connect the QIClick to your computer using the supplied IEEE 1394 cable
DO NOT CONNECT the camera until you have a functioning FireWire port in
your computer and the camera driver is installed.
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Install the supplied IEEE 1394 PCIe card:
•Shut down your computer.
•Openthe case, andinstall thesuppliedIEEE1394card intoan emptyPCIeslot. Seethe user’s
manual for your computer for complete instructions on installing new PCIe cards.
•Restart your computer. Windows should automatically install the appropriate software
drivers for the card.
CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION
Step 1. Install the IEEE 1394 PCIe Card
Once the IEEE 1394 card is installed in your computer, you are ready to install the
FireWire drivers and imaging software. See your Imaging Software User’s Guide for
Once your imaging software and camera driver is installed, connect the camera to the computer.
In most cases, the FireWire cable provides the necessary power required for the QIClick
for complete installation instructions.
Camera drivers and the QCapture Suite imaging software are available online at
www.qimaing.com
Connecting the camera to a PC/MAC desktop Computer
Perform the following for connecting your camera.
•Remove the FireWire cable from the camera box, and plug one end of the cable into one
of the camera’s FireWire sockets (either socket is fine).
Figure 3— Camera FireWire Sockets.
•Plug the other end of the cable into a FireWire port on your computer
FI REWI RE PORT S
Camera Computer
Figure 5— 6-pin to 4-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) Port connection
Camera Computer
Figure 4— 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire (IEEE 1394) Port connection
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Step 2. Install Your Imaging Software
Step 3. Connect the QIClick
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stop functioning properly. In this case, external power must be delivered to the camera which can be
accomplished by connecting the camera via one of the following methods:
•Connection of a 1394 power supply with your camera is as follows:
Figure 5— FireWire and 1394 Power Supply Connection
•Connection of a 1394 IEEE HUB with your camera is as follows:
Figure 6— FireWire and IEEE 1394 HUB Connection
Camera Computer
Camera Computer
110/240 VAC
1394 HUB
There are some cases when connecting to a PC or Mac desktop where not enough power is supplied
through the IEEE 1394 cable. If this is the case, you may receive an Error Code 28 or the software may
Figure 10— Power Switch on the QIClick
POWER SWITCH
CHAPTER 3
CAMERA BASICS
Turning the Camera On and Off
Connecting the QIClick to Your Optics
The QIClick's image capture capabilities are controlled entirely by your imaging software. This
chapter provides basic instructions for working with the camera itself.
To turn the QIClick on, all you need to do is to
flip the power switch to the “ ” position ensuring
that you have the appropriate configuration of “Step 3” in the “Introduction” section. Refer to this
step for all system configurations ensuring that the FireWire cable(s) are connected as specified. If
power is supplied, the GREEN LED will turn on.
To turn the Retiga EXi off, all you need to do is to flip the power switch to the “O” position. This will
turn your camera off. The GREEN LED will turn off.
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The QIClick connects directly to widely available C-mount optics. C-mount optics, which are
standard on most microscopes and lenses.
To attach the camera to a microscope:
Carefully thread the camera onto the microscope’s C-mount adapter, rotating the camera until it is
mounted securely. Use the microscope controls to adjust focus.
To attach a C-mount lens to the camera:
Carefully thread the C-mount lens onto the camera’s lens ring, rotating the lens in a clockwise
direction until it is mounted securely. Use the lens controls to adjust focus.
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To attach F-mount optics:
If you have a monochrome camera and you have purchased the optional color filter, then carefully
thread the color filter to the C-mount ring on the camera. The opposite end of the color filter is a
female F-mount connector. Carefully connect your F-mount optics to the open connector of the color
filter until it is mounted securely. Use your optics controls to adjust focus.
NOTE: If you did not purchase a color filter, then you will need to purchase a C to F mount adapter
to allow the connection of F-mount optics. Your camera does not need to be monochrome in this
situation.
Understanding the LED Indicators
The LED indicators at the back of the camera give you important information about what your camera
is doing:
•GREEN: The green LED is the power indicator. This LED should always be lit when the
camera is connected to your computer and is turned on.
•RED: The red LED is the exposure/integration indicator. It flashes briefly when the CCD is
exposing.
•AMBER: The amber LED is the cooling indicator. It illuminates only on cooled cameras - and
only when cooling is turned on. If you turn off cooling (a setting in your imaging software),
the amber LED will turn off too.
Consult your imaging application’s user’s manual for more details.
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