3D Histech SlideDriver User manual

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SlideDriver
User’s Guide
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Rev. 1

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Contents
Disclaimer....................................................................................................................................3
Character Types and Symbols.......................................................................................................5
1 Product description...................................................................................................................6
1.1 Type label................................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 Operating elements................................................................................................................... 6
1.3 Connections............................................................................................................................... 7
2 Adjustment...............................................................................................................................8
2.1 Height of the coaxial drive......................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Friction of the coaxial drive....................................................................................................... 8
3 Operation .................................................................................................................................9
3.1 Coaxial drive .............................................................................................................................. 9
3.2 Z-stack wheel............................................................................................................................. 9
3.3 Ratchet wheel..........................................................................................................................10
3.4 Buttons ....................................................................................................................................10
4 Cleaning..................................................................................................................................11
5 Maintenance...........................................................................................................................11
Index .........................................................................................................................................12

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Disclaimer
Copyright © 2001-2013 3DHISTECH Ltd.
All rights reserved.
Intellectual property related to the 3DHISTECH products are as follows:
EP 1,789,831; US 7,663,078; EP 2,024,772; JP 2009-512685; US 12/301,781; EP 1,644,767; JP 2007-
516451; US7,327,515; EP 1,994,398; JP 2008-557835; US 12/281,566; U0700210; US 6,246,785;
HU0900142; HU0700404; PCT/HU2007/000065; EP 08762668.5; US 12/663,537; PCT/AT2006/000492;
JP 2008-542552; EP 06817469; US 12/095,545; PCT/AT2006/000493; EP 06817470.5; US 12/095,596;
HU0900741; US 61/264,732; US 11/826,752; P0401870; PCT/IB2005/050344; US 11/662,976;
HU0700409; US 12/042,050; US 77/636,144 and 007502032.
The above mentioned granted patents, granted utility model, registered trademarks, pending inter-
national and national patent applications and the other corresponding IP are the sole properties of
the 3DHISTECH Ltd.
3DHISTECH Ltd. is not liable for damage of whatever nature (including, but not limited to, general
or specific damage, indirect damage, consequential damage or incidental damage, including the re-
sults of the analysis of the digitized slides, for example, change of health status related to errone-
ous diagnosis from the digitized slide(s)) that stems from or is associated with use of Product, digit-
ized slides, quality of staining, quality of stained slides, quality of used method of staining.
3DHISTECH Ltd. assumes no responsibility for the functionality and fault-free condition of your
“application programs” (Workflows, VBA macros, Commander scripts).
CAUTION
This product has not been approved or cleared as a medical device by the U.S. Food and Drug Admin-
istration.
Do not use this device in close proximity to sources of strong electromagnetic radiation (e.g. un-
shielded intentional RF sources), as these may interfere with the proper operation.
Third-Party Disclaimer (LibTIFF – TIFF Library and Utilities)
3DHISTECH Ltd. is not liable for damage of whatever nature (including, but not limited to, general or
specific damage, indirect damage, consequential damage or incidental damage, including damage re-
sulting from lost profits, interruption of business, loss of business information, pecuniary loss or simi-
lar damage) that stems from or is associated with the incorporated part of this Product that is made
by Silicon Graphics Inc.
THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED, IM-
PLIED OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY
OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
IN NO EVENT SHALL SAM LEFFLER OR SILICON GRAPHICS BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR FOR ANY DAMAGES WHATSOEVER RE-
SULTING FROM LOSS OF USE, DATA OR PROFITS, WHETHER OR NOT ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY

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OF DAMAGE, AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE
USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THIS SOFTWARE.
Further Information
For the latest information on 3DHISTECH products and services, please visit our website at the fol-
lowing URL: http://www.3dhistech.com.
Company Address: 29-33 Konkoly-Thege Miklos street, Building 6
1121 Budapest – HUNGARY

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Character Types and Symbols
Example Abbreviation or term that is explained in section Terms and Abbreviations.
Example Words or characters that appear on the screen. These include field names,
screen titles, pushbuttons and menu names, paths or options.
Keys on the keyboard. For example, function keys (such as F11) or the
Ctrl+O key combination.
Example Cross-references to other documents or sections within this document.
Warning!
Indicates that you need an additional module to use the feature or that
there are prerequisites for the task.
Important!
Contains an important piece of information or a recommendation. The
application will work if you choose not to follow the recommendation but
its performance might be less than optimal.
Tip!
Contains a suggestion about using the application in some other way or to
some interesting purpose.

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1 Product description
The SlideDriver is a 3-axis control element, which is suitable both for rapid movement of the stage
and sensitive positioning in the sub-µ range.
The adjustable coaxial drive allows for ergonomic adjustment of friction and height.
The function keys arranged on both sides facilitate operation for left-handed and right-handed
operation.
Main features of the device:
•high-resolution, proportional positioning
•fast and sensitive positioning across the entire travel range
•additional ratchet wheel for coarse adjustment of the Z-focus (12 predefined settings)
•ergonomic adjustment for friction and height
•symmetrical design for both left- and right-handed operation
1.1 Type label
All information required for clear identification of the SlideDriver is provided on the type label. The
type label is attached to the bottom side of the SlideDriver.
1.2 Operating elements
1. Ratchet wheel
2. Z-stack wheel
3. Next slide button
4. Previous slide button
5. Annotation button
6. X-knob
7. Y-knob
Buttons 3-5 are positioned both left and right and are
switched parallel. This enables both left-handed and
right-handed operation.
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1.3 Connections
1. USB port
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2 Adjustment
2.1 Height of the coaxial drive
2.2 Friction of the coaxial drive
Y-axis: Firmly hold Y-knob (1) and adjust knurled
bar (2) clockwise to reduce friction of the Y-knob;
adjust anti-clockwise to increase.
X-axis: Shift X-knob (3) down as far as it will go.
Firmly hold X-knob (3) and adjust knurled bar (4)
clockwise to increase friction of the X-knob; adjust
anti-clockwise to reduce.
The coaxial drive is adjustable in vertical position.
To change the vertical position of the X- and Y-knob,
slide them along the drive axis into the designated
position.
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3 Operation
3.1 Coaxial drive
3.2 Z-stack wheel
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Y-axis: Turn the Y-knob (1) to move samples in the Y-
direction.
X-axis: Turn the X-knob (2) to move samples in the X-
direction.
The Z-stack wheel (1) serves for fine adjustment of
the Z-focus.
Turn the Z-stack wheel clockwise and/or counter-
clockwise until the focus is in the desired alignment.
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3.3 Ratchet wheel
3.4 Buttons
The ratchet wheel (1) serves for coarse adjustment of
the Z-focus. 12 predefined settings are available.
The current alignment can be read off at the
SlideDriver from the right and left side, each time
below the arrow.
Turn the ratchet wheel to the right and/or left side
until the desired setting.
Button 1: Move to the next slide
Button 2: Move to the previous slide
Button 3: Create annotation
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4 Cleaning
Clean the SlideDriver with a lint-free cleaning cloth. In case of increased pollution, slightly moisten
the cloth with water or a mild, solvent-free disinfection/cleaning agent.
5 Maintenance
Your SlideDriver requires no maintenance. Should irregularities or malfunction occur please contact
our support via e-mail to [e-mail].
Warning!
Possible damage of the device by liquid entry!
Make sure that no liquids can enter the inside of the SlideDriver. Protect the connector
on the rear side of the SlideDriver from liquids.

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Index
A
Adjustment ....................................................................................................................................................8
Annotation Button ................................................................................................................................... 6, 10
B
Buttons ....................................................................................................................................................6, 10
C
Character types and symbols .........................................................................................................................5
Cleaning .......................................................................................................................................................11
Coaxial drive .......................................................................................................................................... 6, 8, 9
D
Disclaimer ......................................................................................................................................................3
F
Friction of the coaxial drive............................................................................................................................8
H
Height of the coaxial drive .............................................................................................................................8
M
Maintenance................................................................................................................................................11
O
Operation.......................................................................................................................................................9
P
Product description .......................................................................................................................................6
R
Ratchet wheel .......................................................................................................................................... 6, 10
T
Type label.......................................................................................................................................................6
U
USB port.........................................................................................................................................................7
X
X-knob.................................................................................................................................................... 6, 8, 9
Y
Y-knob.................................................................................................................................................... 6, 8, 9
Z
Z-stack wheel ............................................................................................................................................. 6, 9