UVITEC Cambridge FIREREADER MAX Troubleshooting guide

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Please read me first!
Please read carefully the installation instruction before proceeding to the installation.
Please do not connect the FIREREADER USB camera to the computer before
installing the FireReader 1D software.
After the software is fully installed, connect the FireReader USB camera to the
computer. At that time, Windows 7, Vista or XP will look for the camera driver located
in the CD-Rom.
Complete installation procedure are described in this manual. Please refer to the
complete details before to proceeding to the installation.

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WARNNING : during the use of this material, the non-respect of these instruction can cause very serious
burns to the user.
WARNING : Ultra Violet light is dangerous for unprotected eyes and skin, therefore the user must wear UV
protective goggles (Ref. LP70) or a face-shield (Ref.MP-80 or MP-800)
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
AVISO: Durante el uso del instrumento, no seguir las instrucciones puede causar quemaduras graves al
usuario.PRECAUCION : La radiación ultravioleta puede ser peligrosa para los ojos y la piel expuestos sin
protección. Para protegerse, es impérativo usar gafas o una máscara.
CONSERVAR CUIDADOSAMENTE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES.
AVERTISSEMENT : Lors de l’utilisation de cet appareil, le non-respect des instructions peut provoquer de
graves brûlures à l’utilisateur.
ATTENTION : Le rayonnement Ultra Violet est dangereux pour les yeux et la peau exposés sans protection, il
est impératif de porter des lunettes (Réf. LP70) ou un masque de protection (Réf. MP-80 ou MP-800).
CONSERVER SOIGNEUSEMENT CES INSTRUCTIONS
AVVERTIMENTO : Durante l'utilizzo di questo apparecchio, il non rispetto delle istruzioni puo provocare
bruciature gravi all'utilizzatore.
ATTENZIONE : I raggi Ultra Violetti essendo pericolosi per gli occhi e la pelle esposti senza protezione, è
obbligatorio portare gli occhiali (Ref. LP 70) oppure una maschera di protezione (Ref. MP-80 o MP-800).
CONSERVARE CON CURA QUESTE ISTRUZIONI.
WARNUNG: während der Benutzung dieses Gerätes kann die Missachtung der
Anleitung schwere Verbrennungen an Personen hervorrufen.
ACHTUNG: Ultraviolettes Licht ist gefährlich für ungeschützte Augen und die Haut.
Der Benutzer ist daher angehalten, eine UV-Schutzbrille (Art. LP-70) oder ein
Schutzschild (Art. MP-80 oder MP-800) zu tragen.
BEWAHREN SIE DIESE ANLEITUNG SORGFÄLTIG AUF
警告
警告警告
警告：使用此组件时，若不遵从使用指导将导致严重烧伤！
警告
警告警告
警告：紫外线对眼和皮肤有害，操作者必须佩戴紫外防护眼镜（货号：LP70）或面罩（货号MP-80 或MP-
800)
请保存使用指导！
警告
警告警告
警告：機器の使用に際して、説明書の指示に従わない場合、使用者が重大な熱傷を
こうむる場合があります。
警告
警告警告
警告：紫外線は裸眼や保護されていない皮膚にとって危険です。使用者はUV保護眼鏡
（Ref. LP70）またはフェースシールド（Ref. MP-80またはMP-800）を装着する必要が
あります。
将来のためにこれらの説明書を保管しておいてください

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Thank you
Dear Customer,
On behalf of UVITEC Cambridge, we would like to thank you for choosing the FireReader imaging systems.
In order to learn the capabilities of your FireReader system, we kindly ask you to read this manual. This
manual details how to install and to operate the hardware and the software components.
UVITEC Cambridge is dedicated to your satisfaction and we will be pleased to answer any question you may
have. We are also very receptive to your suggestions. Many of the new features and enhancements in this
system are a direct result of conversations with our customers. Please do not hesitate to contact us to let us
know what you would like to see in the next version of this system.
You can contact us at the following addresses:
Email: [e-mail]
Contact address: UVItec Limited
Unit 36, St John's Innovation Centre
Cowley Street
Cambridge
CB4 0WS
United Kingdom
T. [phone]
F. [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Do not hesitate to visit our website at www.uvitec.co.uk

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Table of content
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................................... 9
WARNING, SAFETY, LICENSE AGREEMENT .................................................................................................................10
End user license agreement ...................................................................................................................................... 12
COMPUTER CONFIGURATION ....................................................................................................................................14
Minimum computer configuration - FireReader ....................................................................................................... 14
INSTALLING THE FIREREADER ....................................................................................................................................15
Unpacking the system ............................................................................................................................................... 15
nstalling the hardware ............................................................................................................................................. 17
FIREREADER 1D SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................................19
Pre-requirement ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Software installation – Preliminary steps ................................................................................................................. 19
Windows XP and Vista warning ................................................................................................................................ 20
Software installation ................................................................................................................................................. 20
Connecting the camera ............................................................................................................................................. 26
Connecting the darkroom – Auto motorized zoom series only ................................................................................. 27
Upgrading the software ............................................................................................................................................ 29
FireReader 1D un-install ........................................................................................................................................... 29
Video card related problems (Windows XP & Vista) ................................................................................................. 29
Darkroom control board driver installation .............................................................................................................. 30
Trouble shooting – Windows device manager .......................................................................................................... 32
USING THE DARKROOM .............................................................................................................................................34
Warning while using the darkroom .......................................................................................................................... 34
Control panel – FireReader D56 & D59 series ........................................................................................................... 35
QUICK START .............................................................................................................................................................40
Taking your first picture ............................................................................................................................................ 40
NAVIGATING THE FIREREADER 1D SOFTWARE ...........................................................................................................4
Access to the Exposure modules ............................................................................................................................... 42

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EXPOSURE MENU ......................................................................................................................................................44
Access to the Exposure modules ............................................................................................................................... 44
Auto-exposure ........................................................................................................................................................... 46
Manual exposure ...................................................................................................................................................... 49
Serial exposure .......................................................................................................................................................... 52
Focus point adjustment and motorized zoom controls ............................................................................................. 54
ANALYSIS MENU ........................................................................................................................................................56
Access to the analysis modules ................................................................................................................................. 56
M OLECULAR WEIGHT ANALYSIS MODULE ..........................................................................................................................58
Objectives and output ......................................................................................................................................................58
Molecular weight module (MW) operating environment ........................................................................................59
Toolbar in details..................................................................................................................................................................62
1 - D E T E C T ............................................................................................................................................................. 69
A – Edit lane ..........................................................................................................................................................................69
B – Edit band .........................................................................................................................................................................73
– Add marker values ......................................................................................................................................................77
2 - A N A L Y S E – M O L E C U L A R W E G H T ........................................................................................................... 82
A – Molecular weight results .............................................................................................................................................82
Return to the 1D acquisition module ........................................................................................................................ 83
C OLONY COUNTING ANALYSIS MODULE ............................................................................................................................84
Objectives and output ......................................................................................................................................................84
olony counting ( ) module operating environment ..........................................................................................85
Toolbar in details..................................................................................................................................................................87
A U T O M A T C C O U N T N G .................................................................................................................................... 94
Detection ..............................................................................................................................................................................94
Return to the 1D acquisition module ........................................................................................................................ 95
M A N U A L C O U N T N G ........................................................................................................................................... 96
Manual counting .................................................................................................................................................................96
Return to the 1D acquisition module ........................................................................................................................ 97
D ISTANCE CALCULATION MODULE ...................................................................................................................................98
Objectives and output ......................................................................................................................................................98
Distance calculation module operating environment .............................................................................................99
Toolbar in details................................................................................................................................................................101
1- D E T E C T ......................................................................................................................................................... 108
A – Edit lane ........................................................................................................................................................................108
B – Edit band .......................................................................................................................................................................111
– Distance .......................................................................................................................................................................114
2 - A N A L Y S E – D S T A N C E ............................................................................................................................... 117
A – Distance results ...........................................................................................................................................................117
Return to the 1D acquisition module ...................................................................................................................... 118
O PTICAL DENSITY 1D ANALYSIS MODULE ........................................................................................................................ 119
Objectives and output ....................................................................................................................................................119
Optical density / 1D (OD-1D) operating environment ............................................................................................119
Toolbar in details................................................................................................................................................................122
1- W N D O W D E F N T O N .............................................................................................................................. 128
A – Lane definition ............................................................................................................................................................128
B – Background subtraction ...........................................................................................................................................131
–Spot separation ...........................................................................................................................................................136
2- A N A L Y S E – S P O T Q U A N T F C A T O N ................................................................................................... 140
Principles of quantification .............................................................................................................................................140
A –Quantity of reference ................................................................................................................................................141
Return to the 1D acquisition module ...........................................................................................................................144
EDIT MENU .............................................................................................................................................................. 145
Access to the Edit module ....................................................................................................................................... 145
Text ......................................................................................................................................................................... 146
Crop ......................................................................................................................................................................... 150
Rotation .................................................................................................................................................................. 151
Pseudo color ............................................................................................................................................................ 152

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Positive / negative .................................................................................................................................................. 154
Reset ....................................................................................................................................................................... 154
PROCESSING MENU ................................................................................................................................................. 156
Access to the Processing module ............................................................................................................................ 156
Merge marker ......................................................................................................................................................... 158
Paste marker ........................................................................................................................................................... 161
Multiplex images .................................................................................................................................................... 164
Bioluminescence ..................................................................................................................................................... 166
Subtract image ........................................................................................................................................................ 169
Subtract background............................................................................................................................................... 171
Apply flat field ......................................................................................................................................................... 172
Remove artifacts ..................................................................................................................................................... 173
ICON MENU ............................................................................................................................................................. 174
Access to the icon module ....................................................................................................................................... 174
Open........................................................................................................................................................................ 174
Save ......................................................................................................................................................................... 176
Print ........................................................................................................................................................................ 177
Settings ................................................................................................................................................................... 178
Help ......................................................................................................................................................................... 181
THE UPPER IMAGE BAR ........................................................................................................................................... 18
Access to the Upper image bar ............................................................................................................................... 182
The mage Master ................................................................................................................................................... 183
The mage Display ................................................................................................................................................... 185
Inverse ..................................................................................................................................................................................187
Saturation ............................................................................................................................................................................187
Image display – More > (Gamma / Pseudo colors) ................................................................................................188
THE LOWER IMAGE BAR .......................................................................................................................................... 191
Access to the Lower image bar ............................................................................................................................... 191
mage compare ....................................................................................................................................................... 193
Good laboratory practice file .................................................................................................................................. 194
Copy ........................................................................................................................................................................ 195
Autofit ..................................................................................................................................................................... 195
Zoom ....................................................................................................................................................................... 196
THE APPLICATION PROTOCOL .................................................................................................................................. 197
What is an Application protocol ............................................................................................................................. 197
Access to the Application protocol .......................................................................................................................... 198
Application protocol in details ................................................................................................................................ 200
Exposure – Exposure predefined set-up ......................................................................................................................201
Live – Live preview pre-defined parameters .............................................................................................................207
Display – Image display pre-defined parameters ....................................................................................................209
Printing – Image printing pre-defined parameters...................................................................................................213
General – Image file pre-defined parameters ..........................................................................................................215
Processing – Applying post process function to an acquired image .................................................................217
Creating custom Application protocol .................................................................................................................... 218
MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................................................ 19
Camera room .......................................................................................................................................................... 219
Working part ........................................................................................................................................................... 219
Air admission grid ................................................................................................................................................... 219
TECHNICAL INFORMATION ...................................................................................................................................... 0
Electrical specifications ........................................................................................................................................... 220
Climatic conditions .................................................................................................................................................. 220
SPARE PARTS ........................................................................................................................................................... 1

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General advices ....................................................................................................................................................... 221
Spare parts – FireReader series ............................................................................................................................... 221
WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................................................. 3
CONFORMITY .......................................................................................................................................................... 5

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FIREREADER
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About
F IRE R EADER is an image acquisition system dedicated to the capture of fluorescence gel images.
F IRE R EADER offers exquisite precision and resolution, which mean reliable results for both quantification and
documentation.
The advanced imaging electronics has been developed by our experts especially for your scientific
applications. This association of our exclusive electronic, high-quality optics and advanced software delivers
outstanding performance. With F IRE R EADER , you simply reach the lowest limits of detection on all of your
samples.
T HE APPLICATIONS MASTER
The FireReader covers most of the molecular biology imaging requirements:
Fluorescence, visible
1D quantification, 2D gel, multiplexing,
Gene eAutoion, protein eAutoion, RNA/DNA assay, colonies
Open to most dyes from Invitrogen, GE life science, Thermo Pierce, Sigma, Millipore

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W A R N I N G , S A F E T Y , L I C E N S E A G R E E M E N T
Please read carefully these instructions before installing and operating
the FIREREADER-1D software
Whenever you find this pictograph, be sure to refer to this Manual.
It indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
Whenever you find this pictograph, be sure to refer to this Manual.
It indicates a UV radiation situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious
injury.
WARNING
The operator should wear appropriate safety glasses or a protective mask and
gloves. UV radiation can be dangerous for unprotected eyes and skin; therefore
we recommend the user to wear UV protective goggles (LP-70) or face-shield
(MP-80 or MP-800).
Use of the UV transilluminator acrylic protective screen does not guarantee the
user protection from UV radiation. The use of protective goggles, mask, and/or
gloves is strongly recommended
This product is safe to use when operated in accordance with the instruction manual. This
instrument should not be modified or altered in any way. Modification or alteration of this
instrument will void the manufacturer’s warranty, void the regulatory certifications and create
a potential safety hazard.
The intended purpose of the FireReader system is blot and gel documentation. They are
designed for research use in laboratory only. UVITEC LTD is not responsible for any injury or
damage caused by the use of this instrument for purposes other than those for which it is
intended, or for any modifications of the instrument not performed by UVITEC LTD or by an
authorized agent.
All uses opposed to the notification specified in this technical instruction or all misuses affect
the goods and bodies security fastened by this device and can damage the instrument.
It is mandatory to connect the FireReader system to an appropriate AC voltage outlet that is
properly grounded and protected by a circuit breaker. Connecting to ground constitutes an

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obligatory protection.
It is mandatory to power down the system and to disconnect the AC main from the unit
before performing any disassembly or repair the instrument.
The system must be unplugged from the AC voltage outlet if it is not intended to use it before
a long time.
Disconnect the power cord by pulling the plug. Never pull on the cord itself.
Ensure that all the ventilation-opening systems are not obstructed. The obstruction of the air
admission grids may affect the performance of the system and cause operational failure.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do no expose the unit to rain or moisture.
The use of accessories not supplied by UVITEC LTD can damage the system or create
safety hazard.
Do not use the FireReader system in dangerous atmosphere or with dangerous materials for
which the FireReader system has not been designed for.
TRADEMARKS
Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Excel, Microsoft, and Power Point are
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Intel Pentium, Intel Core are trademarks of Intel Corporation.
FireWire, Mac, and Mac OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc.
Coomassie is a trademark of BASF Aktiengesellschaft.
Cy is a trademark of GE Healthcare group companies.
SYBR Safe, SYBR Green, SYBR Gold, and SYPRO are trademarks of Invitrogen
Corporation.
Other brands or product names are trademarks of their respective holders.
This instrument must be used only by specialized personnel that know the health risks
associated with UV radiation and with the reagents that are normally used with this
instrument. Use of the UV protective screen doesn’t guarantee protection of the user from UV
radiation. The use of protective eyeglasses or mask and gloves is highly recommended.
The power cable of the camera is expensive and very fragile, because of the thin conducting
pin.
Before plugging or unplugging the cable, ensure the unit is off and disconnect the FireReader
system from the AC voltage outlet.
Never pull the camera cable itself. Disconnect the cable only by grasping the plug.

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All the equipment connected to this unit shall be certified according to standard IEC 950, or
other IEC/ISO Standards applicable to the equipment
This instrument must be used only by specialized personnel that know the health risks
associated with UV radiation and with the reagents that are normally used with this
instrument. Use of the UV protective screen doesn’t guarantee protection of the user from UV
radiation. The use of protective eyeglasses or mask and gloves is highly recommended.
Do not pour liquids directly on or inside the instrument.
Switch off all the lights immediately after use.
Clean the transilluminator platen after use.
En user license agreement
Please read these instructions before installing and operating
the FireReader-FireReader 1D software
Please read carefully the following license agreement. This document is a legal
agreement between you, and Uvitec Ltd, concerning the use of the enclosed software.
This agreement constitutes the complete agreement between you and Uvitec Ltd.
By opening the software package or using the CD, you are consenting to be bound
by and are becoming a party to this agreement. If you do not agree To all of the
terms of this agreement, do not open the package or use the CD. Promptly return
the CD, including the written materials, the binder, and all other
equipment/containers to the dealer from whom you purchased them.
License Grant
The package contains software ("Software") and related explanatory written materials
("Documentation"). "Software" includes any upgrades, modified versions, updates, additions and
copies of the Software. "You" means the person or company who is being licensed to use the
Software or Documentation. "We" and "us" means Uvitec Ltd, SAS.
We hereby grant you a nonexclusive, limited license to use one copy of the Software on any
single computer, provided the Software is in use on only one computer at any time. The
Software is "in use" on a computer when it is loaded into temporary memory (RAM) or installed
into the permanent memory of a computer—for example, a hard disk, CD-ROM or other storage
device.
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portable computer (other than a network server) and one person uses that computer more than
80% of the time, then that person may also use the Software on a 2nd computer for the purpose
of viewing and post-processing images.
Title
We remain the owner of all right, title and interest in the Software and Documentation. You will
agree to use your best efforts to protect the software from unauthorized use, illegal reproduction,
or illicit distribution.
Copyrights and Trade Secrets
Uvitec Ltd owns all rights to the Software. This agreement does not convey ownership of the
software to you, but only the right to use a copy of the software strictly in accordance with this
agreement.
The unauthorized duplication or distribution of the software or the documentation is an
infringement of Uvitec Ltd’ rights to the software and may be subject to criminal and/or civil
penalties.
Archival or Backup Copies
You may either:
• Make one copy of the Software solely for backup or archival purposes, provided that the
original copyright notice and/or other legend is reproduced on each copy, or
• Transfer the Software to a single hard disk, provided you keep the original solely for backup or
archival purposes, and provided that the original copyright notice and/or other legend is
reproduced on each copy.
Terms and Termination
This license agreement takes effect upon your use of the software and remains effective until
terminated. You may terminate it at any time by destroying all copies of the Software and
Documentation in your possession. It will also automatically terminate if you fail to comply with
any term or condition of this license agreement. You agree on termination of this license to
either return to us or destroy all copies of the Software and Documentation in your possession.
Confidentiality
The Software contains trade secrets and proprietary know-how that belong to us and it is being
made available to you in strict confidence. Any use or disclosure of the software, or of its
algorithms, protocols or interfaces, other than in strict accordance with this license agreement,
may be actionable as a violation of our trade secret rights.
General Provisions
• This written license agreement is the exclusive agreement between you and us concerning the
Software and Documentation and supersedes any and all prior oral or written agreements,
negotiations or other dealings between us concerning the Software.
• This license agreement may be modified only by a written agreement signed by you and us
that specifically supersedes this agreement.
• This license agreement is governed by the French laws
Copyright 2006-2011, Uvitec Ltd
All right reserved.

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Minimum computer configuration - FireRea er
Minimum requirement
Bus
PCI bus (Intel chipset) supporting bus mastering mode
Minimum front side bus speed: 1,333GHz
Processor
Intel Core 2 Duo
Ram
1 Gb and upwards (DDR2-800 recommended)
Hard disk
100 Gb and upwards
At least 1Gb free disk space least in order to allow software
installation and image storage
Monitor /
Video card
1280x1024/ 16 millions color mode (24-bit). Upper resolutions
supported. Video card with a refresh rate above 70Hz.
Operating
system Microsoft Windows XP SP3 (and upper) (32-bit only)
Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 (and upper) (32 or 64-bit)
Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 (and upper) (32 or 64-bit)
USB Port
At least two USB ports available
UVITEC LTD cannot guaranty the correct working of the computer and the software when the
BIOS or Windows energy saving options are active
Windows
®
is a registered trademark of Microsoft and must be installed before installing the
acquisition board and the FireReader 1D software
Do not unplug a USB key drive while the camera is on using the Preview mode or the Exposure
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Unpacking the system
Please, open the F IRE R EADER box carefully and verify the contents:
Darkroom / Camera and camera support 1
Power cable 1
Instruction manual 1
FireReader 1D software CD-Rom inside the instruction manual 1
USB cable for Auto version only (motorised zoom) 1
Remove carefully each component from the box.
Remove their protective plastic cover.
Place the darkroom at its permanent location, the door facing forward. The cabinet has to be placed
near the computer used for image acquisition.
It is recommended that the F IRE R EADER darkroom be carried by at least two people
– one on each side- holding the instrument from the bottom side. Be sure that the
door is properly closed when carrying the instrument.
Do not connect the power cable to a power source until all connections are made.
The power source has to be grounded and protected by a circuit breaker.
The FireReader system is designed to fit a specific voltage. Please, check the
voltage to ensure it corresponds to the FireReader specifications.

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Please keep an open area of at least 20 cm at the rear of the cabinet to ensure a
proper air circulation for the system. The system should be located in an area free of
excessive dust or moisture, strong magnetic fields or ionising radiation. It is also
recommended that the ambient temperature be stable and within the range of 15°C
to 25°C (20°C recommended) and that the relative humidity not exceed 70%, non-
condensing.
Ensure that all of the systems ventilation openings are free of interference.
Excessive heat build up in the instrument may effect performance or cause
operational failure.
Do not defeat any instrument interlocks; they are designed to prevent user injury
It is compulsory to power down the system and disconnect the AC mains from the
unit before performing any disassembly or repair to the system.
WARNING
The use of the F IRE R EADER involves ultraviolet (UV) illumination. Proper
precautions must be taken to avoid eye and skin exposure to the UV light. This
instrument is meant for use only by specialised personnel that know the health
risks associated with UV radiation and the chemicals that are normally used with
this instrument.
WARNING
The operator should wear appropriate safety glasses or a protective mask and
gloves. UV radiation can be dangerous for unprotected eyes and skin; therefore we
recommend the user to wear UV protective goggles (LP-70) or face-shield (MP-80
or MP-800).
WARNING
The F IRE R EADER system should be located away from water, solvents, or a
corrosive material, on a bench top that is dry and stable. The system should be
placed away from interfering electrical signals and magnetic fields. A dedicated
electrical outlet should be used to eliminate electrical interference from other
instrumentation in your laboratory.
You must ensure a compatible Windows® is installed on your computer before any other
installation.

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Installing the har ware
Please read carefully the installation instruction before proceeding to the installation.
Please do not connect the FIREREADER USB camera to the computer before
installing the FireReader 1D software.
After the software is fully installed, connect the F IRE R EADER USB camera to the
computer. At that time, Windows 7, Vista or XP will look for the camera driver located
in the CD-Rom.
1- Connect all items
1. Install the darkroom by the computer
2. Fix the set Camera/Zoom/Extra-lens on the camera support with the knurled knob.
Illustration 1: the camera/optics on its support
The camera & optics are already installed on its support. This support need to be fixed on the top of the
darkroom by the two fixing knob as described in illustration 3.
1 – Unscrew knurled knobs.
2 – Install camera with its support.
Insert carefully zoom into rubber.
3 – Screw knurled knobs.
Knurled
knobs
Rubber Support

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Illustration 2
: the camera/optics installed on the top of the darkroom (rear side)
Illustration 3: the camera/optics installed on the top of the darkroom (front side)

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Pre-requirement
Please read carefully the installation instruction before proceeding to the installation.
Please do not connect the FIREREADER USB camera to the computer before installing
the FireReader 1D software.
After the software is fully installed, connect the FireReader USB camera to the computer. At
that time, Windows 7, Vista or XP will look for the camera driver located in the CD-Rom.
The FireReader system should be switched off before any software installation.
Software installation – Preliminary steps
The CD disk provided with your FireReader system contains the Capt Advance software and
driver.
Capt Advance runs with Microsoft Windows
TM
XP (32-bit mode), Vista (32-bit or 64-bit mode)
and Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit mode).
Windows® is a registered trademark of Microsoft.
You must have Windows
TM
administrator permission to install the Capt Advance software
Note: During the driver installation, the Windows installation CD-ROM might be required.
Please, check you have it before starting the Capt Advance software installation

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Win ows XP an Vista warning
At computer startup, Windows pop-ups the “found new hardware wizard” box.
Press “Cancel” button before starting the installation.
Software installation
Please ensure the FireReader system is switched-off before the software installation. Do not switch
on the system before the installation is fully completed.
Step 1
Insert the CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive
Ensure that all other application programs are closed. Windows XP, Vista and Windows 7 users
should also ensure that they are logged on with administrator privileges.
If the Autorun option is set on your computer, the installation automatically starts. If not, double
click on the Autorun.exe file to start the installation of the software.
Please click on the run autorun.exe icon. The FireReader Setup window will appear, welcoming
you to the Install Wizard for FireReader 1D Setup.