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Gatan K2 Summit - User Manual

Gatan K2 Summit
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K2 Summit
TM
and K2 Base
TM
Direct
Detection Camera
User’s Guide
Model Number 1000, 1000.S, 1000.B and 1000.U
Document Part Number: 1000.40004
Revision 01
Gatan, Inc.
5794 W. Las Positas Blvd
Pleasanton, A 94588
Tel. +1 925-463-0200
Fax. +1 925-463-0204

Table of Contents

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Summary

Getting Started with the K2 Direct Detection Camera

Preface, Conventions, and Support

Basic guide information, typographical conventions, and customer support contacts.

Introduction to K2 Technology

Explains the advantages of Silicon APS and electron counting for direct detection.

System Configurations and Imaging Modes

Details K2 Base/Summit configurations and imaging modes.

Power On;Off Procedures

Step-by-step instructions for powering the K2 Base and Summit cameras.

Camera Operation and System Setup

Temperature, Annealing, and Reference Images

Setting temperature, annealing cycles, and managing reference images.

Shuttering, Dose Fractionation, and Linear Mode

Configuring shutter delays, dose fractionation, and linear mode operation.

Detector Care and Protection Features

Guidelines for sensor maintenance, protection, and auto retraction.

Calibration, Specifications, and Software

Software Installation and Control

Instructions for software installation and camera control within DigitalMicrograph.

Magnification Calibration

Steps for calibrating magnification at low and high magnifications.

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications for K2 Base and K2 Summit cameras.

Advanced Topics and Addendum

Compatibility and Integration

K2 camera support in Gatan software and integration with other hardware.

Ensuring Reference Image Validity

Method to test reference image quality and detect fixed pattern noise.

Gatan K2 Summit Specifications

General IconGeneral
TechnologyCMOS
Sensor TypeCMOS
Detector TypeDirect Detection
Frame Rate400 fps
CompatibilityTEM
Operating Temperature-20°C to +40°C

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