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This instruction manual is for the Olympus Microscope Digital Camera Model DP72. To ensure the
safety, obtain optimum performance and familiarize yourself fully with the use of this camera, we
recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the camera.
For image operations including recording, editing and saving, please refer to the Online Manual for
the DP2-TWAIN/DP2-BSW Software.
Retain this instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for future reference.
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This device complies with the requirements of both directive 2004/108/EC concerning electromagnetic
compatibility and directive 2006/95/EC concerning low voltage.
In accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment,
this symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but
should be collected separately.
Refer to your local Olympus distributor in EU for return and/or collection systems available in your
country.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT — Be sure to read this chapter for safe use of the equipment. — 1-6
2 NOMENCLATURE 9,10
6 DISPLAYED WINDOWS 24
8 SPECIFICATIONS 27-29
10 SOFTWARE UNINSTALLATION 32
The DP72 microscope digital camera is designed to be connected to a camera adapter mounted on an
Olympus UIS2/UIS series of optical microscope (not applicable to the LB series) for use in recording of
microscopic magnified images at high speed (about 2.5 seconds) and highest resolution while maintaining
high picture quality and high color reproduction. The DP72 incorporates a variety of functions for supporting
image recording under optimum conditions.
When the DP72 microscope digital camera is used with a camera adapter or a microscope from other
manufacturer than Olympus, the optical performance may not be manifested fully.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
Never connect or disconnect the interface cable while the standby switch of the computer is set to ON.
Otherwise, malfunction may result.
1. Before connecting or disconnecting the interface cable, make sure that the standby switch of the computer is set to
OFF.
When connecting the interface cable, push in the connector all the way and ensure that the connector will not slip out
before setting the standby switch to ON.
Do not move the computer or apply an impact to it while it is powered ON.
2. The cords and interface cables are vulnerable to bend or twist. Do not apply excessive force to them.
3. To prevent the microscope from toppling down, avoid using microscope attachments that may make the total height of
the microscope above 1 meter when they are attached.
4. When installing the PCIe interface board, be sure to hold it by the edge. Never touch the board surface directly, as this will
lead to malfunction.
The area (IC) of the PCIe interface board very hot during
and immediately after use of the camera. Be careful never
to touch them during and after use.
5. For handling of the computer, refer to the separately provided
“Computer User’s Manual.”
6. Connect the power cord correctly and ensure that the grounding
terminal of the power supply and wall outlet are properly
connected. If the equipment is not grounded/earthed, Olympus
can no longer warrant the electrical safety performance of the
equipment.
7. Lay out the interface cable so that it does not contact the heat- Hot part
generating section such as the lamp housing of the microscope.
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The computer data may be destroyed by an unexpected event. Be sure to keep the backup of the data.
1. Olympus will not assume any liabilities for any damage incurred due to the use or non-usability of this system, including
compensation for the lost data.
2. The computer used with this system should set up and run Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Vista Business or
Ultimate.
For the OS in the computer, the user is requested to create a backup and retain it carefully. (Olympus does not support the
matters related to the OS including its backup.)
For details on the computer and Microscope Windows XP or Vista refer to their respective manuals.
3. Olympus guarantees the quality of this product in the factory shipment condition.
Olympus will not assume any liabilities for the operation errors and functional faults incurred due to the alteration of the
environmental setup (including BIOS change), installation of other software or addition of hardware to the computer by the
user.
4. When the HDD free space reduces, the data processing speed may slow extremely or errors may occur frequently. To
prevent this, delete unnecessary data files frequently. For how to delete data files, refer to the manuals for Microsoft
Windows XP or Vista.
5. Never attempt to delete or rename the folders and files installed by the provided installer software. Otherwise, the software
may get unable to be started up.
6. Do not open the enclosure of the computer and touch the power supply or the circuit board's heat generating section
right after use as it may burn your hand. Wait until the internal temperature drops sufficiently.
7. Sharp edges inside the computer may cut your fingers, so take extra care.
8. Use a computer that complies with the safety standards of your country.
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1 Conformity of the System
Restrictions in Use
1. The applicable camera adapter is the U-TV0.5XC-3, U-TV0.63XC, MVX-TV0.63XC or the combination U-TV1X-2 + U-CMAD3.
The U-TV0.5XC should not be used because it deteriorates the image flatness.
A camera adapter with a magnification below 0.5X cannot be used because part of image will be cut off.
2. When the DP72 is connected to the rear port of the U-DPT or U-MPH, the peripheral part of the recorded image may be
deteriorated due to the optical performance of the U-DPT or U-MPH.
3. When the U-TV0.5XC-2 or U-TV0.5XC-3 is used, using two or more intermediate attachments* may obscure or cut off the
peripheral part of the field of view or may make flare noticeable.
* Example of two intermediate attachments with BX microscope: Vertical illuminator + Intermediate attachment with a
length equivalent to the U-CA
4. Under fluorescent ring illumination or other AC-driven illumination such as a phase control light intensity adjusting
illumination system, the following phenomena may be observed when the light intensity is increased and exposure time
is decreased:
· Flickering of the displayed image.
· Instability in exposure.
· Hatching patterns in pixel shift recording (4140 x 3096 or 2070 x 1548 pixels).
However, provided that the brightness can be adjusted using the light intensity control knob or ND filters, the above
phenomena may be attenuated by adjusting the brightness so that the exposure time exceeds 1/50 sec.
For details on the microscope models using AC-driven illumination, contact Olympus.
5. Non-Olympus microscopes and commercially available C-mount lenses can be used provided that they match a CCD
with a size of no less than 2/3 inch and the lens projection length from the C-mount body attaching section is no more
than 6 mm. However, problems due to optical adaptability, such as shading, may be observed.
6. When the specimen has a low contrast (near transparent) or high reflectance (mirror status) and the aperture iris diaphragm
is stopped down near the smallest aperture, spot flare may be noticeable.
7. When the edge of a non-transmitting object is observed under the STM6 transmitted illumination, flare may be noticeable
due to the difference in brightness between the transmitted sections (over-exposure) and non-transmitting section (under-
exposure). To reduce the flare, set a lower exposure using the exposure correction function or setting the exposure
manually.
8. When a low-power objective (below 4X) is used, the peripheral part of the field of view may be obscured. In this case, use
an ultralow-magnification condenser (U-ULC-2).
9. When the U-CFU is used, it is required to set the exposure to a longer period than 1/30 sec. using the manual exposure
mode and control the brightness by engaging or disengaging ND filters.
10. Red, horizontal flare due to surface reflections of the area outside the CCD’s effective image pickup area may sometimes
be observed on the upper part of the image under the following conditions.
· During brightfield observation of a specimen with a large difference in brightness, particularly when the bright part
of the specimen comes on the upper part of the image.
· When the Aperture iris diaphragm is stopped down to the minimum aperture.
11. When a specimen with high reflectivity is observed with reflected light brightfield observation through the eyepiece/
camera light path of a trinocular tube using a 0.5X camera adapter such as the U-TV0.5XC or U-TV0.5X, the image in the
area outside the CCD’s effective image pickup area may b observed as vague ghosts in the peripheral area of the visual
field of eyepiece.
12. Flare may be produced during reflected light darkfield observation under overexposure To reduce the flare, use the
exposure correction function or reduce the exposure with manual exposure control.
13. During recording with image shifting (4140 x 3096 or 2070 x 1548 pixels), the image may be disturbed if the specimen is
moved.
14. If the camera or microscope is vibrated during recording of a 4140 x 3096 or 2070 x 1548 pixel image, the image will be
disturbed. Note that the factors causing vibrations include operation of the keyboard or mouse on the same desktop
where the microscope and camera are installed.
Operating Environment
Temperature: 10 to 35°C. Humidity: 20% to 85% (without condensation).
See page 29 for details.
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1. Computer requirements
PC/AT compatible
CPU Intel Pentium 4, 620 (2.8 GHz or greater).
Intel Core2 Duo 1,8 GHz or greater [Core2 Duo E6400, 2.13 GHz or greater recommended]
Chipset Intel 945 or later
RAM DDR2/DDR3, 512 MB or more. [In the case of Windows Vista, 1GB or more recommended]
[PC2-4200 or greater, dual-channel DDR2, 1 GB or greater recommended]
HDD Free space 500 MB or more
Graphic PCI Express X16 VGA card with 1280 x 1024 or more and 32-bit color capability.
On-board graphic also acceptable.
Extension slot PCI Express Rev. 1.0a or later.
Half-size or low-profile PCIe board compatible (106.7 mm x 174.6 mm)
OS Windows Vista Business/Ultimate.
Windows XP Professional SP2 or later. (Not compatible with x64 Edition.)
Language: English or Japanese.
Power 250 W or more. (With CE marking)
* There needs to be the FDD power cable, HDD(4-pin) power cable or SATA power cable which is not
occupied.
2. CPU
We do not guarantee operation if the computer uses a CPU other than or incompatible with Pentium 4 or uses a non-Intel
chipset.
3. HDD free space
The HDD free space refers to the space that does not cause a special problem when the system is installed or run. The
space required for saving an image file in the HDD is slightly more than 4 MB with a 1360 x 1024-pixel (24-bit) non-
compressed image and slightly more than 38 MB with a 4140 x 3096-pixel (24-bit) non-compressed image. In consequence,
the HDD should also provide a considerably large space for saving these image files.
When saving movies in the HDD stack, the space required for saving a movie is about 20 MB (max.) per second. The
movie recording time is limited according to the HDD free space.
4. RAM
If a RAM other than a PC2700 or greater, dual-channel DDR/DDR2 RAM is used, the full-size live frame rate may drop.
5. Monitor
Us an Adobe RGB compatible monitor when using the camera head in the Adobe RGB mode.
Optimum color reproduction is not available if the sRGB/Adobe RGB setting of the camera head does not match the
setting of the monitor.
6. Sequential connection of PCIe units
Up to two PCIe units including the DP72 and a PCI interface board of the DP71/DP70/DP30BW or FV1000 (FV10-ASW-V1.5
or later) can be connected in series. Series connection of the FV300/FV500 is not possible.
However, their simultaneous operation is not available so it is required to select either PCI interface operation.
7. Power supply
The PCIe interface board should be powered by connecting the FDD power supply connector from the ATX power supply
in the computer.
If your computer does not have an available FDD power cable or the FDD power cable is too short, use the provided
HDD(4-pin) to FDD power conversion cable for the power supply.
And if your computer does not have an available HDD power cable (4-pin), use the provided SATA-to-HDD(4-pin) power
conversion adapter and HDD(4-pin)-to-FDD power conversion cable for the power supply.
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Recommended Computer Specifications -- Laptop Computer --
1. Computer requirements
PC/AT compatible
CPU Intel Core2 Duo 1,8 GHz or greater
[Core2 Duo T7300, 2.0 GHz or greater recommended]
Chipset Intel 945 or later
RAM DDR2, 512 MB or more. [In the case of Windows Vista, 1GB or more]
[PC2-5300 or greater, dual-channel DDR2 recommended]
HDD Free space 500 MB or more
Graphic On-board graphic with 1280 x 1024 or more and 32-bit color capability.
Card slot ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54
OS Windows Vista Business/Ultimate.
Windows XP Professional SP2 or later. (Not compatible with x64 Edition.)
Language: English or Japanese.
2. CPU
We do not guarantee operation if the computer uses a CPU other than or incompatible with Core2 Duo or uses a non-Intel
chipset.
3. HDD free space
The HDD free space refers to the space that does not cause a special problem when the system is installed or run. The
space required for saving an image file in the HDD is slightly more than 4 MB with a 1360 x 1024-pixel (24-bit) non-
compressed image and slightly more than 38 MB with a 4140 x 3096-pixel (24-bit) non-compressed image. In consequence,
the HDD should also provide a considerably large space for saving these image files.
When saving movies in the HDD stack, the space required for saving a movie is about 20 MB (max.) per second. The
movie recording time is limited according to the HDD free space.
4. RAM
If a RAM other than a PC2700 or greater, dual-channel DDR/DDR2 RAM is used, the full-size live frame rate may drop.
5. Monitor
Us an Adobe RGB compatible monitor when using the camera head in the Adobe RGB mode.
Optimum color reproduction is not available if the sRGB/Adobe RGB setting of the camera head does not match the
setting of the monitor.
6. ExpressCard
The ExpressCard tends to slip out easily from the computer. Be careful so that it does not disconnect in the middle of
operation.
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2 Getting Ready
1. The camera head uses precision components. Handle it with care and avoid subjecting it to a sudden or severe impact.
2. The image displayed on the monitor may be affected when it is used near equipment generating strong electromagnetic
waves. This is not a malfunction and will not affect the actual image being recorded. To avoid interference during
operation, keep the system far from any source of electromagnetic waves.
3. When mounting the camera head on a tripod, attach it by using the DP-TRAD tripod adapter, which is separately available.
4. Do not use the camera in areas where it may be subjected to direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity, dust or
vibrations. (For the operating environment conditions, see chapter 8, “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 29.)
5. The camera head needs to be calibrated periodically (every 3 months as reference) for the level variations caused by the
influence of cosmic rays. For the calibration method, refer to the Camera Calibration Wizard in the Online Manual for the
DP2-TWAIN or DP2-BSW software.
4 Caution
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by this manual, the safety of the user may be imperiled. In addition, the
equipment may also be damaged. Always use the equipment as outlined in this instruction manual.
The following symbols are used to set off text in this instruction manual.
: Indicates that failure to follow the instructions in the warning could result in bodily harm to the
user and/or damage to equipment (including objects in the vicinity of the equipment).
# : Indicates that failure to follow the instructions could result in damage to equipment.
} : Indicates commentary (for ease of operation and maintenance).
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1 SYSTEM CHART
1-1 DP72 (For Desktop Computer)
HDD-to-FDD
power conversion
cable
(Note) Microscopes that are not listed in the above may also be applicable. For details, please consult Olympus.
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DP2-BSW
Basic Software
DP72 PCIe interface board (Ver. 2.1 or later)
Camera head
Low-profile DP2-TWAIN
bracket TWAIN Driver
AC adapter
(Note) Microscopes that are not listed in the above may also be applicable. For details, please contact Olympus.
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NOMENCLATURE
Trigger cable
connector (P. 15)
Low-profile
bracket (P. 11) Release buttons
Software (CD-ROM)
TWAIN Driver
DP2-TWAIN
HDD-to-FDD
power conversion cable (P. 11)
SATA-to-HDD(4-pin)
power conversion adapter
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PCIe cable
connector (P. 15)
PCIe x1 cable (P. 15)
AC adapter
connector (P. 15)
ExpressCard AC Adapter
PCIe cable
connector (P. 15)
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HARDWARE INSTALLATION
}If the PCIe extension box and the computer’s extension slot are of the
low-profile bracket specifications, it is required to replace the existing
bracket with the low-profile bracket.
@ 1. Prepare flat-blade and Phillips screwdrivers and remove the “ – ” screws
@ and the “ + ” screw ².
² 2. Replace the existing bracket with the low-profile bracket ³ and attach
screws @ ².
³
Fig. 1 2 Installing the PCIe Interface Board (Figs. 2 & 3)
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Fig. 4
Fig. 5
Horizontal Installation
@
Place the PCIe extension box on the desktop so that the surface with
rubber feet faces down.
Vertical Installation
² Attach the provided plates @ to the side panel of the extension box
using provided screws ².
Fig. 6
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3 Installing the Camera Head (Figs. 7 & 8)
The C-mount screw has a sharp edge that should not be touched.
The camera head and camera adapter are precision modules. Be
careful not to drop them during attaching or detaching.
}The following procedure deals with the case using the combination of
² the U-TV1X-2 camera adapter + U-CMAD3 C-mount adapter.
1. Screw in the U-CMAD3 C-mount adapter @ into the C-mount thread on
the bottom of the camera head ².
Then, loosen the clamping screw ³ at the bottom of the U-TV1X-2 camera
adapter, screw in the camera adapter into the C-mount adapter and tighten
the clamping screw.
· As the photographed field is as shown below, use a camera adapter
having magnification of 0.5X to 1X. (If a 0.35X camera adapter is used, the
peripheral part of the image will be obscured.)
@ 0.63X (FN 17.5)
Field number
³ 22
1X (FN 11)
}The DP-TRAD tripod adapter is provided with two types of screws (2 each)
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and an Allen wrench. Use only the Phillips screws (x 2) with the DP72.
1. Attach the DP-TRAD tripod adapter | to the camera head 5 and clamp
them using the provided Phillips screws (x 2) with a Phillips screwdriver.
5 2. Attach the tripod to the tripod adapter | and tighten the tripod’s clamping
knob 6 to secure the camera head.
Fig. 8
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@
Cable side Device side
1. Push the connector @ on one end of the interface cable into the connector
² on the camera head until it clicks, and check that the interface cable
Fig. 9 is will not slip out.
| 2. Push the connector ³ on the other end of the interface cable into the
Computer
connector | on the camera head until it clicks, and check that the cable
³ will not slip out.
Fig. 10
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Connecting the ExpressCard and PCIe x1 Cable (Fig. 11)
# Insert the cable and power cord connectors all the way.
1. Insert the connector @ of the AC adapter into the connector on the PCIe
extension box.
2. Insert the connector ² of the power cord to the connector on the AC
adapter.
@ # Always use the power cord provided by Olympus. If no power cord
is provided with the camera head, please select the proper power
² cord by referring to chapter “PROPER SELECTION OF THE POWER
SUPPLY CORD” at the end of this instruction manual.
3. Insert the power cord plug ³ into the power outlet.
# If the equipment is not grounded/earthed, Olympus can no longer
³ warrant the electrical safety performance of the equipment.
Fig. 12
Computer
@ Connecting the External Trigger Cable (Fig. 13)
PCIe Extension Box CAUTION · The external triggering is available only when the DP2-
² BSW Basic Software is run.
@
· Although the trigger input is not available for the present,
it will be enabled by updating as soon as it is ready.
Fig. 13
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DP2-TWAIN SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
}For installation of the DP2-BSW software, refer to the instruction manual provided with it.
Trademark Information
1. Windows R Vista
1. Start Windows Vista. (Log on with the Computer Administrator 5. When the [User Account Control] window appears, click on
account.) the [Allow].
2. When the following window appears in a while, click on the
[Cancel] button to close the window.
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7. Read the displayed Licensing Agreement, check “Yes,, I 10. The [Select Additional Tasks] window appears. Check the
accept all the terms of the Licensing Agreement.” and then task to be used and click on the [Next] button.
click on the [Next] button.
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12. When the [Windows Security] dialog box appears, click on 16. Click on [System and Maintenance].
[Install]. Make sure not to click on [Get started with Windows] or
[Back up your computer].
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19. When the [User Account Control] dialog box appears, click
on the [Continue] button.
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2. Windows R XP
1. Start Windows XP. (Log on with the Computer Administrator 7. Read the displayed Licensing Agreement, check “Yes,, I
account.) accept all the terms of the Licensing Agreement.” and then
2. When the following dialog box appears in a while, click on click on the [Next] button.
the [Cancel] button to close it.
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10. The [Select Additional Tasks] window appears. Check the 12. When the installation completes, the window below appears.
task to be used and click on the [Next] button. Then click on the [Finish] button.
11. The [Start Copying Files] window appears. 13. Take out the CD-ROM.
Click on the [Next] button. 14. To check that the installation is completed successfully, click
on the [Start] button and then click on [Control Panel].
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IMAGE RECORDING PROCEDURE
(Notes) The encircled numbers indicate the control positions in the windows shown on the next page.
For detailed operating procedures, refer to the instruction manual for the DP2-TRAIN.
*1. “TWAIN-compatible application” means software with TWAIN interface compatibility such as Photoshop*, Microsoft
Office*, etc. (*: Operations of these applications have been confirmed.)
*2. With Photoshop, DP2-TWAIN can be launched by selecting [File]-[Import]-[OLYMPUS DP2-TWAIN2.1].
For how to launch DP2-TWAIN from other TWAIN-compatible application, refer to the manual for the TWAIN-
compatible application.
*3. For zooming, scrolling and image saving, refer to the manual for the TWAIN-compatible application.
Manual Manual
Exposure mode? Exposure mode?
Auto ² Set the exposure time. SFL Auto ² Set the exposure time.
³ Select the area (30%, 1%, ³ Select the area (30%, 1%,
0.1%, full-image). 0.1%, full-image).
Manual Manual
Exposure mode? Exposure mode?
Auto ² Fine-adjust the exposure time. SFL Auto ² Fine-adjust the exposure time.
| Move the area and correct | Move the area and correct
exposure. exposure.
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DISPLAYED WINDOWS
}This window is displayed at the startup and used to record still images and movies. For details, refer to the DP2-TWAIN
Online Manual.
| Area movement/Exposure
@ Exposure mode setting
6 Image recording
³ Area selection
correction
7 Black balance adjustment
5 White balance adjustment
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EXTERNAL TRIGGERING
}When the DP2-BSW basic software is used, the DP72 can record still images or control a commercially available shutter
based on an external trigger signal.
· The external trigger function is not available with the DP2-TWAIN.
· The trigger input function is for the present unavailable even with the DP2-BSW. It will be made downloadable as soon as
it is ready.
Trigger Input
· The trigger input from external equipment can be used to start still image recording using the DP2-BSW.
· The trigger input is detected at the edge, and the positive and negative logics can be switched with the DP2-BSW.
· The trigger input is not compatible with random triggering. Due to a time lag of 150 to 600 ms after the trigger input, the
exposure start time cannot be synchronized completely.
For details on the time lag from the trigger input to the start of exposure, see table below.
· The trigger input is a TTL compatible signal.
VIH: 2.0 V (min.). VIL: 0.8 V (max.).
5 msec. or more
Trigger input
Exposure
Readout &
transfer to
PC
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Trigger Output
Trigger output
Exposure
Readout &
transfer to
PC
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SPECIFICATIONS
DP72 Specifications
Item Specifications
Camera syste Single-CCD color camera.
Pixel shifting type.
Image pickup device 2/3-inch color CCD.
Total pixels: 1.5 million pixels.
Effective pixels: 1.45 million pixels.
Pixel pitch: 6.45 μm (H) x 6.45 μm (V).
Scanning method: Progressive scanning.
Cooling Peltier cooling.
Natural air cooling.
CCD temperature: Room temperature - 10°C (max.)
Recorded image sizes 4140 x 3096 (1 x 1, pixel shifting),
2070 x 1548 (1 x 1, pixel shifting),
1360 x 1024 (1 x 1),
680 x 512 (1 x 1),
680 x 510 (2 x 2),
340 x 250 (4 x 4)
Camera mount C-mount
ISO speed ISO 200/400/800/1600 equivalent
A/D 12 bits
Exposure control Exposure modes Auto,
SFL Auto,
Manual
AE lock Available
AE pause Available
Exposure correction Correction range: ±2.0 EV. Step: 1/3 EV
Metering area Full image,
30%,
1%,
0.1%. The metering area is freely movable.
Exposure time 1/44,000 to 60 sec.
Binning 2 x 2, 4 x 4
Movie frame rate** 1360 x 1024 (1 x 1): 15 fps.
680 x 512 (1 x 1): 15 fps.
680 x 510 (2 x 2): 29 fps.
340 x 250 (4 x 4): 57 fps. (Maximum).
Still image recording time** 4140 x 3096 (1 x 1): Approx.2.5 sec.
(From exposure start to display) 2070 x 1536 (1 x 1): Approx.2.0 sec.
1360 x 1024 (1 x 1): Approx.0.7 sec.
680 x 512 (1 x 1): Approx.0.6 sec.
680 x 510 (2 x 2): Approx.0.6 sec.
340 x 250 (4 x 4): Approx.0.5 sec. (Minimum).
Color modes Color,
standard gray scale,
custom gray scale
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Item Specifications
External triggering* Input:
Event trigger input. (Although the trigger input is not available for the present,
it will be enabled by updating as soon as it is ready.)
Output:
Trigger output.
With exposure time lag (0 to 2 sec. in 10 msec. steps). TTL compatible.
Image accumulation* Modes Integral, averaging
Accumulation count 64 frames (max.)
White balance Modes Area-specified auto,
Manual
Black balance Modes Area-specified auto,
Manual
Contrast modes Low,
Standard,
High,
Linear.
Sharpness filter Low,
Standard,
High.
Color space* sRGB,
Adobe RGB
Focus indicator Contrast bar,
Line profile.
Interval recording* Interval: 1 sec. to 24 h.59 m.59 sec.
Number of shootable frames: 3000
Image file formats Dependent on the DP2-BSW or TWAIN-compatible application software.
Preview quality modes Standard, Medium, High.
Computer interface PCI Express Rev. 1.0a or later.
< Desktop computer >
Compatible with half-size or low-profile size.
< Laptop computer >
ExpressCard/34 (also usable for ExpressCard/54)
Compatible OS Windows Vista Business/Ultimate
Windows XP Professional (32-bit) SP2 or later.
Language: English or Japanese.
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Item Specifications
Dimensions & weight < DP72 >
Camera head 112( ) x 87.8(H) mm (excluding projections), approx. 1,150 grams
PCIe interface board 181(W) x 121(D) x 21.6(H) mm (excluding projections), approx. 200 grams
Interface cable Approx. 2.7 meters
External trigger cable Approx. 0.2 meter
< PCIe Extension Unit >
PCIe extension box 165(W) x 203(D) x 28(H) mm (excluding projections), approx. 800 grams
ExpressCard 34(W) x 100(D) x 11(H) mm (excluding projections), approx. 24.5 grams
AC adapter 60(W) x 110(D) x 34(H) mm (excluding projections), approx. 250 grams
Cord length: Approx. 1.0 meter.
PCIe x1 cable Approx. 1.7 meter
Operating environment · Indoor use.
· Altitude: Max. 2000 meters
· Ambient temperature: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95° F)
· Relative humidity: 20% to 85% (without condensation)
· Supply voltage fluctuations; ±10%.
· Pollution degree: 2 (in accordance with IEC60664)
· Installation/Overvoltage category: II (in accordance with IEC60664)
* These items can be set from the DP2-BSW. (Ver 2.1 or later)
** The values of these items are variable depending on the exposure time setting and the computer operating situations.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Under certain conditions, the performance of the camera may be adversely affected by factors other than defects. If
problems occur, please review the following list and take remedial action as needed. If you cannot solve the problem after
checking the entire list, please contact Olympus for assistance.
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Problem Cause Remedy Page
e) Picture is too dark. AE lock, which was set when the Cancel AE lock.
exposure time was shorter than the (Online
currently required exposure time, is manual)
active.
The output highlight level adjustment is Reset the current level adjustment (Online
too low. and adjust the optimum level again. manual)
The microscope illumination is too dark. Increase the microscope illumination
intensity or disengage the existing ND ––
filter to increase brightness.
f ) The colors in the picture are The area selected in white balance Select a white area as the rectangular (Online
strange. adjustment was improper. white balance adjustment area. manual)
The RGB balance is adjusted improperly Perform manual white balance
in manual white balance adjustment. adjustment to adjust the RGB color (Online
balance to obtain optimum colors. manual)
The area selected in black balance Select a black area as the rectangular (Online
adjustment was improper. black balance adjustment area. manual)
The screen color setting of the computer Set the computer display color to 24-
is incorrect. bit color or higher. The recommended ––
setting is 32-bit color.
g) The picture is not in focus. The microscope is not focused properly Adjust the focus correctly with the fine
––
adjustment knob.
The aperture iris diaphragm of the Close the aperture iris diaphragm a
––
condenser is open too wide. little.
The field iris diaphragm is not set Adjust the field iris diaphragm until the
––
properly. image circumscribes the field of view.
Lens components of the microscope are Clean the objective, photography lens,
contaminated or the cover glass on the condenser and/or window lens of the
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front of the camera is stained. microscope, or clean the cover glass
on the bottom of the camera head.
The microscope and/or camera are Record images in an environment in
subjected to vibration during recording. which the microscope and camera
––
are not vibrated. It is effective to use
an anti-vibration bench.
h) The 4140 x 3096 and 2070 x 1548 The camera is subjected to vibration Record images in an environment in
images are not neat. during recording. which the microscope and camera
––
are not vibrated. It is effective to use
an anti-vibration bench.
i ) The DP2-TWAIN or DP2-BSW The resolution setting of the screen is Set the resolution setting at 1280 x
window is not displayed correctly incorrect. 1024 or more in the property of the ––
or the menu characters are not screen.
displayed correctly. The large font has been selected for the Select a small font in the property of
––
font size of the screen. the screen.
j ) External trigger signal is not External triggering is not enabled. Enable external triggering on the DP2- (Online
output. BSW. manual)
k) Still image cannot be recorded External triggering is not enabled. Enable external triggering on the DP2-
(Online
using the external trigger input. } DP2-BSW Ver. 2.1 is not compatible BSW.
manual)
with the trigger input.
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DP72
SOFTWARE UNINSTALLATION
1. Windows R Vista
2. Windows R XP
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PROPER SELECTION OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD
If no power supply cord is provided, please select the proper power supply cord for the equipment by referring to “ Specifications ” and
“ Certified Cord ” below:
CAUTION: In case you use a non-approved power supply cord for Olympus products, Olympus can no longer warrant the
electrical safety of the equipment.
Specifications
Voltage Rating 125V AC (for 100-120V AC area) or, 250V AC (for 220-240V AC area)
Current Rating 6A minimum
Temperature Rating 60°C minimum
Length 3.05 m maximum
Fittings Configuration Grounding type attachment plug cap. Opposite terminates in molded-on IEC con-
figuration appliance coupling.
Certification Certification
Country Agency Country Agency
Mark Mark
Ireland NSAI
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DP72
Asociacion Electrotecnica Y
<UNED> <HAR> 30 10 70
Electronica Espanola (AEE)
Schweizerischer Elektro
SEV <HAR> 10 30 90
Technischer Verein (SEV)
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