Olympus DP70 User Manual

This user’s manual is for the OLYMPUS DP70 Microscope Digital Camera in conjunc-
tion with the OLYMPUS DP2-BSW application software. To ensure safety, obtain opti-
mum performance and familiarize yourself fully with the use of this system, we
recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the camera.
Retain this manual in an easily accessible place near a system for future reference.
This publication is printed on 100% recycled paper.
USER’S MANUAL
DP70 &
APPLICATION SOFTWARE
DP2-BSW

Olympus DP70 Specifications

General

Brand	Olympus
Model	DP70
Category	Digital Camera
Language	English

Summary

Important Information and Safety

Manual Contents Overview

Provides an overview of the topics covered in this user's manual.

General Warnings

Highlights critical safety warnings for operation and handling.

Maintenance and Storage Guidelines

Maintenance and Storage Warnings

Details specific safety precautions for maintaining and storing the equipment.

DP70 System Chart and Installation Overview

The Installation Process Steps

Outlines the sequential steps for installing the DP70 camera and software.

DP70 Camera and DP2-BSW Software Installation

System Requirements for Installation

Specifies the necessary system prerequisites before software installation.

Preparing Your Computer for Installation

Guides on preparing the computer system prior to software setup.

Installing the DP2-BSW Software

Step-by-step instructions for installing the application software.

Starting the DP2-BSW Software

Acquiring First Images with DP70

Prerequisites for Image Acquisition

Lists the necessary conditions and setup for acquiring initial images.

DP70 Special Camera Functions

Super Fluorescence Mode (SFL)

Explains the Super Fluorescence Mode for optimized fluorescence imaging.

Supersampling for Higher Resolution

Details the supersampling acquisition method for increased image resolution.

Calibrations

Advanced Supersampling Procedure

DP70 Camera Settings Configuration

General Camera Settings

Configuration options for general camera behavior and image display.

Color Settings Adjustment

Manual adjustment of color balance, gain, and offset for image capture.

Image Adjustment Settings

Controls for image enhancement like gamma, sharpness, contrast, and brightness.

Shading Correction Setup

Procedures for correcting image non-uniformities due to illumination or sensor.

Exposure Time Settings

Setting maximum exposure times for optimal live image focusing.

Camera Information Display

View detailed information about the camera hardware and driver versions.

DP70 Troubleshooting Guide

Computer Startup Issues

Resolves problems related to the computer not starting.

"Live" and "Snap" Functionality Problems

Troubleshooting for inactive 'Live' and 'Snap' buttons.

No Live Image Displayed

Addresses issues where no live image is visible on the screen.

Snapshot Creation Error

Resolves the 'Error making a snapshot' message during image capture.

Jerky Live Image Feed

Solutions for a choppy or stuttering live image display.

Image Appears Too Dark

Troubleshooting steps for images that are underexposed.

Image Appears Too Bright

Troubleshooting steps for images that are overexposed.

Peculiar Color Rendition

Addresses issues with incorrect or unusual color representation in images.

Peculiar Grayscale Image Appearance

Resolves issues with unusual grayscale image rendering.

General Image Blurring Issues

Troubleshooting for general blurriness in acquired images.

High-Resolution Image Blurring

Addresses blurriness specifically in high-resolution images.

Verifying Camera Installation

Steps to check and verify the correct installation of the camera driver.