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ProScan™ Advanced Controller
 
The ProScan™ controller provides a wide range of advanced features designed for the most demanding applications; not least of which is the capability to control a stage, focusing motor, up to 2 filter wheels and 3 shutters all from a single controller.

Add to this an optional 4th axis, 8 TTL inputs and outputs, encoder feedback for closed loop operation, an advanced auto focus routine and a comprehensive high level software command set.

Motorized Focus Control

ProScan™ is ideal for applications where motorized focus control is needed. Step sizes as small as 0.002µm give excellent resolution for precise focus and repeatable positioning in the Z-axis. For large movements when speed is required, the ProScan™ focus motor can be driven at speeds of up to 20 revs/s.

An optional probe style encoder feedback system provides the highest accuracy and repeatability available.

Ergonomic Joysticks

Two or three axis joysticks are available with all stage systems to provide fast, responsive control of the stage. Two programmable Hot Keys are provided which can be used to put a variety of system controls at your fingertips.

Touch Screen Programmable Keypad

The Programmable Keypad features an intuitive software package which provides complete programmability and control of the whole ProScan™ system. Menus allow for programming of raster, snake and user-defined patterns. Information on the current stage position is always available and points of interest can be saved for later review.

Digipot Focus Only Control

The digipot is ideal for focus only systems. It provides a tactile feel for fine focus adjustments while separate buttons offer immediate control of focus speed and fast movements up and down, for coarse focusing.