The Glissando Slide Scanner integrates the latest automation technologies and high quality components with our proven Turboscan™ scanning engine to provide an effective, reliable – and affordable – tool for the rapid acquisition of Whole Slide Images (WSI) from standard glass microscope slides.

The easy-to-use Glissando software’s intuitive design and automated tissue detection, focus setup, and barcode reading ensure excellent results, right out of the box.

Key Features:

• Excellent price/performance
• Compact, convenient size
• Scan up to two standard glass slides or one double-sized glass slide
• Fast, high quality whole slide images
• 1D and 2D barcode reader
• Automatic tissue detection and focus setup
• Proven Turboscan™ high performance tile scanning engine
• Integrated system control computer with Ethernet or Wireless-N connection
• Efficient, intuitive software interface
• Z-Stack whole slide imaging

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OASIS-blue Universal PCI Controller

The OASIS-blue controller sets the new standard is high-performance automation control. The ultra-compact design and Universal PCI bus interface ensure maximum compatibility while delivering the highest performance.

Key Features:

• Universal PCI interface
• Ultra-compact design
• Micro stepping for fast, precise operation
• Four and six axis configurations
• On-board control of shutters
• Ergonomic connection to external devices
• Expansion modules for encoder and trigger support

Modules for the OASIS-blue

BLUE-EXPIO Encoder & Trigger Interface Module

The BLUE-EXPIO is an optional plug-in daughter board for the OASIS-blue controller, providing support for encoder inputs on all axes, as well as synchronize

The BLUE-EXPIO is the core hardware technology enabling Turboscan fast mosaic imaging for digital cameras supported by the Surveyor application solution.

Other applications of the BLUE-EXPIO include implementations of fast, precise digital autofocus, as well as improved speed of 3D stack acquisition. OASIS Library support includes synchronized Z-axis position readout based on BLUE-EXPIO information.

Key Features

• RS-422 / TTL encoder support
• Compatible with TTL, Opto, and RS-422 trigger signals
• Library support for synchronized Z-axis position data
• Daughter board to OASIS-blue for minimum footprint
• Enables Turboscan and digital autofocus for Surveyor

BLUE-DAC 4-Channel Analog Controller, Axis 5/6, and Video Autofocus Module

The Objective Imaging BLUE-DAC is an optional plug-in daughter board for the OASIS-blue controller, providing four channels of analogue I/O, video autofocus, and control electronics for axes 5 and 6.

The BLUE-DAC offers four channels of 16-bit digital to analogue converters ideally suited for Piezo focus and other applications where 0-10V analogue control is required. The BLUE-DAC module includes one on-board DAC channel output to allow easy connection of a Piezo focus amplifier.

The BLUE-DAC includes an on-board analogue video digitizer with goodness of focus scoring and advanced features such as dual thresholding (one per interlace) with area and maximum chord length measurement hardware, all done at camera frame-rates.

Also, when used in conjunction with the BLUE-CONNECT output PCB, the BLUE-DAC offers control electronics to expand the OASIS-blue from four to six total axes.

Key Features:

• Four channels of 16-bit DACs for 0-10V analogue control outputs
• Four channels of 16-bit ADCs
• Control logic for stepper axes 5 and 6 at full micro stepping resolution
• Video-based autofocus in conjunction with OASIS-blue DSP

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• High-speed yet ultra-quiet motion using contactless linear shaft motor technology
• Precision steel rails with integrated linear encoder
• Universal dovetail or screw mounting plates fits to most upright microscopes
• New OASIS-Glide USB Controller utilizing standard OASIS interface library
• New OASIS-Touch manual control unit with high-quality colour touch screen, 3-axis joystick and dual integrated focus knobs

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Communication to the controller has been improved, as a USB with direct HID connection is now available making the unit both Windows and Mac compatible. Four programmable TTL inputs and outputs allow the unit peripherals or external cameras to be controlled via TTL. The advanced internal software allows for simple control of all accessories via Prior’s new Interactive Control Center (ICC) Joystick, RS232 or USB, and a SDK is supplied for easy integration into third party software. Access to acceleration, speed and even drive current is also made available for more advanced users to allow almost total customization of the unit. Prior’s patented Intelligent Scanning Technology (IST) ensures even greater accuracy in stage movement than would otherwise be available. By measuring each stage inidvidually and then storing these details on the stage itself, we account for the minor idiosyncrasies of each stage. The ProScan III controller will take account of these differences when controlling the movement of the stage.

ProScan III provides a modular approach to minimize the footprint of the controller.   The cubic design provides stylish looks with a footprint of only 177 x 177mm. The base unit is designed to accommodate a three axis system, e.g., a stage and focus. Additional functionality can be added via modular sections which allow for easy expansion. The ancillary box accommodates any extra functionality required, e.g. three filter wheels and three shutters.

Accessories can be controlled in either the main cube or the ancillary boxes, providing a system which is totally configurable. ProScanIII can be expanded horizontally to accommodate increased functionality, easing the pressure on the limited space in modern labs.

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Key features:

• The high speed shutter has a 40 Hz. maximum frequency of operation.
• The shutter can be opened and closed completely in as little as 10 ms.
• TTL pulse control.

 
25mm Shutters

Application	Stand alone, with stand	Ready for Filter Wheel
Brightfield/Emission	HF202	HF200
Excitation	HF202HT	HF200HT

32mm shutters

Application	Stand alone, with stand	Ready for Filter Wheel
Brightfield/Emission	HF204	HF201
Excitation	HF204HT	HF201HT

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Key features:

• High speed filter change
• Mounts to emission or excitation ports
• 6, 8 or 10 positions wheels are available.
• Available for 25mm or 32mm filters.
• Magnetic covers for ease of filter changing.
• Optional filter wheel keypad.
• Large selection of microscope adapters available

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Motorized Stand for Nikon and Olympus Modular Microscope Components

The Prior Scientific ProZ Motorised Focus Column for the Olympus MVX-10, SZX16, BX2/BX3 and Nikon AZ100, LV100, SMZ1500 modular microscope components offers a wide range of configurations to meet your Z focus and XY stage microscopy needs.

The ProZ Motorized Focus Column with 254mm of focus travel provides a large (508mm2) stable platform for Z only imaging or combined with the chosen sub stage mount for the ultimate in XY and Z performance.

Three different stage mounts options are available; a standard dovetail for basic reflected light applications and for transmitted light applications, the ProZ Motorized Focus Column has options for both a brightfield/oblique transillumination module that uses a tiltable sliding mirror and a full Köhler illumination module. Both the brightfield/oblique and the Kohler modules are compatible with the Prior brightfield LED illumination system.

Key features:

• Designed for Olympus MVX-10/SZX16/BX2/BX3 and Nikon AZ100/LV100 and SMZ1500 microscopes
• Travel range of 254mm.
• Minimum resolution of 0.25 microns, encoded
• 508mm x 508mm base
• Compatible with ProScan and OptiScan controllers along with Lumen illuminators.
• RS232 or USB via ProScan controllers for PC control.

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Motorised NanoScan Z 100, 200 and 400

The NanoScan Z 100, 200 & 400 offers fast and extremely accurate control over the Z axis. Fully compatible with the ProScanTM H117 range of stages from Prior Scientific, the NanoScan Z series of focussing stages are ideally suited for DIC techniques, deconvolution, 3D reconstruction and confocal microscopy, particularly for applications involving live cells. Interchangeable sample holders increase the versatility of these stages. Incubators for both the NanoScan Z 100 & 200 and NanoScan Z 400 are available to allow high quality imaging of live cell cultures.

NanoScan Z 100 – 100µm of travel

NanoScan Z 200 – 200µm of travel

NanoScan Z 400 – 400µm of travel

Key features:

• Compatible with ProScanTM III controllers and motorised stages
• Interchangeable sample holders and inserts allow analysis of a wide range of samples
• High Precision closed loop feedback
• Driven by all software that supports objective collars
• All size movements are complete in approximately 10 ms
• LCD display clearly shows current position
• RS232 and USB control

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Motorised PS3H1222R Focus Drive

Most microscopes can be retro-fitted with a motorised focus option. The standard motorised focus control provides step sizes as small as 0.002µm and provides excellent resolution for precise focus and repeatable positioning in the Z-axis. For large movements or when speed is required, the ProScan ®III focus motor can be driven at speeds of up to 20 revs/s. The focus motor is designed with a rotating cable system to prevent cable twist.

Our coupling system uses a ring adaptor to match our motor to almost all microscope which have a coarse and fine focus knob. Also available is a direct coupling (H122KON) adaptor which connects directly to the focus spindle of the microscope.

For larger (generally zoom or macro) microscopes we offer a high power motor system to drive the larger weights involved.

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

Key features:

• 002µm minimum step size.
• Easy to install.
• Optional encoder available.
• Up to 20Rev/s top speed.

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Motorised H117 for Current Inverted Microscopes

(114mm x 75mm)
The H117 stage series has a completely flat top for easy access, and includes Intelligent Scanning Technology (IST). In conjunction with extensive testing, IST allows each stage to be pre-programmed with a unique set of operating characteristics particular to that stage to ensure optimum performance. IST allows the ProScan™III controller to make any required adjustments to maintain superior orthogonality and metric accuracy.

Key features:

• Suitable for most new inverted microscopes.
• 1um or better repeatability
• Quiet and reliable
• Compatible with most incubators
• Wide range of sample holders.
• Flat top for easy access.

Motorised H107 for Older Inverted Microscopes

(114mm x 75mm)
Designed to fit older generations of inverted microscopes, the H107 incorporates Intelligent Scanning Technology (IST). In conjunction with extensive testing, IST allows each stage to be pre-programmed with a unique set of operating characteristics particular to that stage to ensure optimum performance. IST allows the ProScan™III controller to make any required adjustments to maintain superior orthogonality and metric accuracy.

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