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1. order accessories or replacement parts for the VisiDoc It System contact UVP s offices Part Description Part Number Filter Ethidium Bromide 50mm Square 38 0220 01 Filter SYBR Green 50mm Square 38 0219 01 Filter SYBR Gold 50mm Square 38 0221 01 White Light Converter Plate 21x26cm 38 0191 01 White Light Converter Plate 25x26cm 38 0191 04 Visi Blue Converter Plate 21x26cm 38 0200 01 Visi Blue Converter Plate 25x26cm 38 0200 04 Gel Cutter 85 0002 01 Gel Ruler 85 0003 01 Gel Scooper 85 0006 01 Gel Tray small 85 0007 01 Gel Sentry DNA Preparation Plate 97 0076 01 Fluorescent Standard Step Tablet 33 0014 02 Doc It LS Analysis Software 97 0185 02 Spectacles UV Blocking UVC 303 98 0002 01 Goggles UV Blocking UVC 503 98 0002 02 Faceshield UV Blocking UVC 803 98 0002 04 TroubleShooting No Power to the Darkroom Recheck main power cord connections to the darkroom Check fuses located at the back of the unit near the power port You will need a flat head screwdriver Turn the cap and the fuse holder will pop out Inspect the thin wire within the glass fuse to see if there is a break in the wire If so replace fuse s If fuses are blown repeatedly contact UVP Technical Support Department for additional troubleshooting No Image on the LCD Screen To power up the system push once on the button located on the left side of the unit Touch Screen not Accurate If touching or clicking on the buttons becomes inaccura2. VisiDoc It Imaging System Installation and User Instructions VisiDoc It with Stand VisiDoc It with Hood WUVP UVP LLC Ultra Violet Products Ltd 2066 W 11th Street Unit 1 Trinity Hall Farm Estate Upland CA 91786 Nuffield Road Cambridge CB4 1TG UK Phone 800 452 6788 909 946 3197 Phone 44 0 1223 420022 Fax 909 946 3597 Fax 44 0 1223 420561 Web Site www uvp com 81 0309 01 Rev B VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 2 System Introduction The VisiDoc It Imaging System is designed for researchers who already have a transilluminator in the lab Configurations include a compact hood or camera stand The compact hood fits on top of UVP s High Performance and Benchtop Transilluminators The VisiDoc It System is similar to the provides simple documentation of fluorescent and non fluorescent gels membranes blots film plates and assays with the ability to save images to the USB storage device for later quantitative analysis VisiDoc It Components Refer to the packing slip and pictured components for parts included with the system VisiDoc It with Hood FluorCam 210 Camera with Lens Kit EtBr Filter is mounted in the if top of the hood Hood with handles fits over the filter area on the transilluminator 8 LCD Touch Screen Transilluminator check the einen TA a l USB Drive System Processor transilluminator VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 3 VisiDoc It with Stand Camera Stand with X
3. Y Movement FluorCam 210 Camera with Lens Kit EtBr Filter is mounted under the Lens 8 LCD Touch Screen a i a E a lt s an x S Transilluminator with UV Blocking Cover check the acking slip to determine if fhe sien inc ese a USB Drive System Processor transilluminator VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 4 System Specifications Camera FluorCam 210 Camera with a resolution of 640 x 480 VGA with a USB 2 0 PC interface All camera settings are factory pre set for optimum performance when viewing gels films or membranes under low light level conditions UVP Technical Support should be contacted before making any adjustments to the camera settings Lens The 8 48 mm zoom lens is fitted with a close up diopter and step up ring The camera can then be held in a fixed position The diopter is for focusing on objects at the focus length of the VisiDoc lt system Processor Internal Storage 75GB or more USB 2 0 ports 1 front 4 in the back USB storage device capacity 1GB minimum Software TS software Ethidium Bromide Filter EtBr The Ethidium Bromide EtBr Filter 50mm sq UV blocking band pass interference filter blocks UV and IR radiation emitted from the transilluminator The filter is placed in the filter tray below the camera assembly The filter allows visualization of fluorophores from 580 630nm targeting the EtBr emission which peaks at 605nm The EtBr filter can be sub
4. ens bracket filter cables VisiDoc It hood or stand USB storage device 1 GB minimum Transilluminator may be ordered separately WARNING DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONNECT ANY WIRING WHILE THE EQUIPMENT IS CONNECTED TO ANY POWER SUPPLY CAUTION Do not install the system in places with high moisture dust or high temperature Do not use any oil or petroleum based cleaner for the cabinet Use only mild soap or detergent solution for cleaning Ensure that the system is turned OFF during cleaning Keep the equipment away from motors or other large magnetic equipment apparatus Camera Set up In the VisiDoc It Hood The camera and zoom lens are assembled at the UVP factory epee Remove the cap from the lens Attach the step up ring and diopter to the lens The step up ring and diopter will only fit one way Using the four thumb screws provided secure the bracket to the base Slide the camera and lens assembly into the camera bracket Slide the lens through the center hole in the gasket The gasket forms a seal around the lens VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 7 Insert and tighten the knob washer in the central hole in the camera to secure the camera to the bracket Plug the camera cable into the top the camera and the other end into a UBS port on back of the processor Connect the power cord from the transilluminator to a Surge protector power outlet Connection for the darkroom powe
5. ff press the MAIN POWER button or power down from the Windows icon on the bottom right corner of the screen Refer to the TS Software User Manual for further instructions on using the software Using the Transilluminator To use the transilluminator turn on the transilluminator power on the front of the unit NOTE When the transilluminator is illuminated ensure that the UV blocking cover is in position to prevent any exposure to UV Image Focusing Prior to capturing any images prepare the image focus capabilities of the system Turn on the transilluminator and place the Fluorescent Focus Target on the transilluminator surface While watching the LCD screen rotate the lens f stop adjustment so that the image is bright enough to see on the screen Rotate the lens focus adjustment on the lens Adjust this so that the image appears in clear focus on the LCD monitor Note Once the proper zoom range is set the lens will have to be refocused when zoomed in completely Rotate the zoom lens adjustment on the lens so that the image is as big as possible Readjust the focus ring on the lens making the image clear Adjust the zoom so that the object of interest is within the picture on the LCD monitor VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 10 Service Procedures Return Procedure A Returned Goods Authorization RGA number must be obtained from UVP Customer Service before returning any product Replacement Parts and Accessories To
6. he touch screen Focus Target The focus target fluoresces when placed on a transilluminator or when exposed to overhead UV The target provides sharp fluorescent images to aid in adjusting the focus of the camera Removable USB Stick The removable USB stick has 1 GB memory minimum included with the system which connects to the system allowing transfer of images Optional Equipment Refer to the ordering information section of this manual for optional equipment part numbers Thermal Printer The thermal printer provides archive quality 256 grayscale prints and five optional cost effective print sizes Printer Converter Plates The UV White Converter Plate allows imaging of non fluorescent stained media with an ultraviolet transilluminator The converter plate is specially coated to convert the 302nm UV output to white light rather than using a separate white light box The Visi Blue Converter Plate converts UV to 460 470nm designed for use with blue excitation samples and SYBR green SYPRO orange and GFP stains UV White Converter Plate Transilluminators If the system does not include a transilluminator check the packing slip contact UVP for ordering information or go to UVP s web site at www uvp com Transilluminators available include the compact 8 watt models to our high performance FirstLight Transilluminator VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 6 Set up Instructions Components Camera with zoom l
7. r Connect the main power cord from the back of the processor to a surge protector power outlet USB port Printer Set up The thermal printer is an optional accessory Proceed to the next section if a printer was not included with the shipment Stylus and Holder The screen is touch sensitive Use the stylus included with the system to operate the software controls For easy access to the stylus when operating the system remove the tape from the back of the holder and adhere it to the VisDoc lt Slide the stylus into the holder VisiDoc It Imaging Systems Using the System Powering Up the System Power up the system by pushing once on the MAIN POWER button located on the right side of the Main power processor Turn on the transilluminator To power down the system push the main power button Adjusting the Screen Angle To adjust the angle of the screen loosen the knobs on each side of the monitor Twist each knob counter clockwise note that you will actually be turning each knob in the opposite direction from each other Tilt the screen to the desired angle Turn each knob clockwise to tighten VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 9 Operating the TS Software The system will go through the boot up process When ready the LCD will display the TS software screen similar to the one below To shut down the TS software touch the X on the bottom left corner of the screen To turn the system o
8. stituted for other specific fluorophore filters or removed when imaging non fluorescent media protein gels colony plates etc in order to produce brighter images Hood Enclosure or Camera Stand for the VisiDoc It System The compact hood enclosure is manufactured of lightweight plastic for portability Handles are positioned on two sides of the hood to make it easy to move the hood for access to the transilluminator surface The camera with a zoom lens is mounted on top of the hood or camera stand VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 5 Transilluminator For VisiDoc It systems transilluminators are optional equipment The VisiDoc It System can accommodate UVP s Benchtop and FirstLight transilluminator models The VisiDoc lt with stand design can also accommodate the High Performance UV Transilluminators 25 watt and White UV Transilluminators 8 watt UVP offers a variety of transilluminators from the benchtop models with 8 watt single wavelength and single intensity to multiple wavelengths and high low intensities or the high end FirstLight transilluminator LCD Touch Screen The display is an 8 inch VGA color touch screen connected to the darkroom cabinet with tilt adjustment The touch screen allows the user to preview snap save and print images as well as select certain preference options without the need of an external mouse or keyboard A stylus pen is included for increased pointer control for selecting software options on t
9. te you may need to recalibrate your touch screen Please follow all instructions in the touch screen calibration instructions included in your TS software CD VisiDoc It Imaging Systems 11 Error Messages Pop Up on the Screen Messages appear on the screen that might be related to the TS software interface or Microsoft Windows If the message is related to Microsoft Windows such as a reminder to activate or update your copy of Windows please contact your system administrator for assistance If an error message appears repetitively and your system administrator does not recognize it as a Microsoft Windows error contact UVP Technical Support for further assistance Technical Support UVP offers technical support on all of its products If you have any questions about the product s use operation or repair please contact our offices at the locations below Or go to UVP s web site and click the Tech Support gt Biolmaging Systems If you are in North America South If you are in Europe Africa the America East Asia or Australia Middle East of Western Asia Call 800 452 6788 or 909 946 Call 44 0 1223 42002 and ask for 3197 and ask for Customer Service Customer Service during regular during regular business days between business days between 9 00 am and 7 00 am and 5 00 pm PST 5 30 pm E mail your message to E mail your message to uvo uvp co uk techsupport uvp com Fax Customer Service and send it to Fax Customer Ser
10. use equipment lost business lost profits or inconvenience arising out of or connected with the use of instruments produced by UVP Nor is UVP liable or responsible for any personal injuries occurring as a result of the use installation and or servicing of equipment This warranty does not supersede any statutory rights that may be available in certain countries VisiDoc lt is a trademark of UVP LLC Doc lt is a registered trademark of UVP LLC
11. vice and send it to 909 946 3597 44 0 1223 420561 Write to UVP LLC 2066 W 11 Write to Ultra Violet Products Ltd Street Upland CA 91786 USA Unit 1 Trinity Hall Farm Estate Nuffield Road Cambridge CB4 1TG UK Warranty UVP s products are guaranteed to be free of defects in materials workmanship and manufacture for two 2 years from date of purchase Consumable and disposable parts including but not limited to tubes and filters are guaranteed to be free from defects in manufacture and materials for ninety 90 days from date of purchase Transilluminators carry a two 2 year warranty from date of purchase If equipment failure or malfunction occurs during the warranty period UVP shall examine the inoperative equipment and have the option of repairing or replacing any part s which in the judgment of UVP were originally defective or became so under conditions of normal usage and service No warranty shall apply to this instrument or part thereof that has been subject to accident negligence alteration abuse or misuse by the end user Moreover UVP makes no warranties whatsoever with respect to parts not supplied by UVP or that have been installed used and or serviced other than in strict compliance with instructions appearing in this manual In no event shall UVP be responsible to the end user for any incidental or consequential damages whether foreseeable or not including but not limited to property damage inability to
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