UVP DigiDoc-It Installation manual

DigiDoc-It® Imaging System
Set-Up and Operating Instructions
UVP, LLC Ultra-Violet Products Ltd.
2066 W. 11th Street Unit 1, Trinity Hall Farm Estate
Upland, CA 91786 Nuffield Road, Cambridge CB4 1TG UK
Phone: [phone] Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.uvp.com
81-0218-01 Rev. K

DigiDoc-It Imaging System 2
Introduction
The DigiDoc-It Imaging System is a basic gel imaging system designed to fit over any of UVP’s optional High
Performance UV Transilluminators or optional Benchtop UV Transilluminator and drawer combination. The
system combines:
Hood enclosure
DigiCam 120 digital color camera, Ethidium Bromide (EtBr) Filter
Doc-It®LS Acquisition Software (refer to software manual for installation)
UV transilluminator or drawer assembly (optional). Transilluminator instructions are provided in a
separate manual.
Hood Enclosure
The DigiDoc-It hood enclosure includes a cap to reduce ambient and
reflective light when taking pictures. The soft rubber viewport window
allows researchers to view samples prior to capturing images. The slide
closure under the viewport minimizes ambient light when taking
pictures. The lightweight door provides access to the enclosure interior
for placement of samples on the transilluminator surface.
The DigiDoc-It drawer fits under the hood enclosure and accommodates
a compact Benchtop UV Transilluminator.
Camera cap
enclosure for
access to the
camera
Handles for carrying
the hood
Gel Viewport
Window
Hood access door
DigiCam 120 camera
Ethidium Bromide Filter
is located inside the
hood under the camera
Viewport cover
High Performance UV
Transilluminator
DigiDoc-It with drawer

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Camera & UV Filter
The digital color camera includes a zoom lens.
The EtBr filter, orange-colored UV blocking band pass filter, is installed inside the hood at the UVP factory. The
filter is used to absorb UV and IR radiation from the transilluminator and to enhance the orange/pink bands
generated by Ethidium Bromide stained gels. The filter can be removed when imaging non-fluorescent media
(protein gels, colony plates, etc.) in order to produce brighter images.
Doc-It®LS Acquisition Software
The Doc-ItLS software loads onto the user’s existing computer. The software controls the camera acquisition
functions as well as enhancement and reporting features. For information on installation and use of the software,
refer to the Doc-ItLS Software help files.
UV Transilluminator
An UV transilluminator may be shipped with the system. The transilluminator includes an ultraviolet blocking
cover and the cover should be removed when the transilluminator is used with the system. Refer to the
Transilluminator manual for separate instructions.
Operating System requirements
Windows XP Professional (32-bit only) with Service Pack-2
Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher [To locate the version of Internet Explorer, open Internet Explorer and
click on Help->About Internet Explorer]
Intel Pentium Processor or equivalent, 1.6 GHz or higher
1 GB of RAM or greater
200 MB of available hard disk space for the program, more for data
CD-ROM drive
One Universal Serial Bus (USB) for connecting the camera
Color monitor, supporting at least 1024 x 768 resolution and 16-bit or better colors; 24-bit or 32-bit color
is strongly recommended
Note: For 21 CFR Part 11 support functionality, the computer partition must be formatted with NTFS. Refer to
the Doc-ItLS software manual for instructions.
Doc-It LS Acquisition Software

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High Performance 2UV Transilluminator
(shown with UV blocking cover)
DigiDoc-It Drawer
(may be different color)
System Set-Up
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONNECT ANY WIRING WHILE THE EQUIPMENT IS CONNECTED TO ANY POWER
SUPPLY.
CAUTION: Do not install the system in places with high moisture, dust or high temperature. Do not use any oil or
petroleum based cleaner for the cabinet. Use only mild soap or detergent solution for cleaning. Ensure that the
system is turned OFF during cleaning. Keep the equipment away from motors or other large magnetic equipment
apparatus.
Place the Hood on top of the Transilluminator
The Hood Enclosure can be used with a High Performance UV Transilluminator. When using a Benchtop
Transilluminator, the optional drawer is required.
CAUTION: All UVP Transilluminators are powerful sources of UV radiation that will cause damage to unprotected
eyes and skin. Before operating any unit, be sure all personnel in the area are properly protected. UV Blocking
Eyewear is highly recommended and should be worn. Refer to the Accessories section of this manual for UV
Blocking Eyewear.
High Performance Transilluminator
Remove the UV blocking clear cover from the
Transilluminator.
Position the transilluminator so the switch is facing
the user.
Connect the power cord to the back of the
transilluminator and connect the plug to a power
source.
Place the Hood Enclosure on top of the
Transilluminator surface so that the filter glass is
covered.
Benchtop Transilluminator and Drawer
Remove the UV blocking clear cover from the Transilluminator.
Place the Benchtop Transilluminator into the drawer.
Connect the power cord to the back of the transilluminator and
push the plug through the access hole in the back of the
drawer.
Connect the plug to the power source.
Access to the transilluminator switch is via the access port on
the front of the drawer.
Place the DigiDoc-it hood over the drawer.

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Camera Assembly
The camera will be installed in the DigiDoc-It hood at the UVP factory.
To connect the power cable to the camera, thread the camera’s power cable through the round
notched hole from the back of the camera cap and plug it into the camera as shown.
To connect the USB cable to the camera, thread the camera’s USB cable through the round
notched hole from the back of the camera cap and plug into the camera. Leave the other end
unplugged until ready to load the software.
Plug the camera’s power supply into a wall outlet or surge-protector receptacle.
Note: The Ethidium Bromide filter is installed inside the hood enclosure at the UVP factory. If the filter needs
to be replaced, turn the hood upside down. Loosen screws and slide the filter into the filter tray. Retighten
screws and place the hood upright.
Install the Doc-ItLS Acquisition Software
Note: The following provides a brief instruction for installing the software. For additional instruction on using the
software, refer to the Doc-ItLS help files.
Insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive. The installation program should automatically start. If the
installation program fails to start, navigate to the CD-ROM drive and double-click setup.exe to launch
Doc-It.
Follow instructions from the Wizard screens as they appear, clicking Next, Accept or Finish as
appropriate.
If prompted to restart the computer, click No.
Restart the computer by choosing Restart from the Windows Start menu.
Double click onto the UVP icon on the desktop.
Activate the software by choosing On the fly activation if connected to the internet. Complete all the
required information on the form and fill in the Serial Number (located on the CD). Click onto Get
Activation No. and then click onto Activate when the Activation Number appears in the box.
Close the software.
Note: If not connected to the internet, call technical services at [phone] / [phone], to complete
the activation process.
Hole in DigiDoc-It
hood for cables
Power supply cable,
plug into wall outlet
USB cable, plug into
computer
DigiCam 120 camera

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Connect the camera to the computer
Note: It is recommended to only connect the camera to the computer while the camera is off.
Connect the USB cable from the camera to the computer.
Turn the camera on and select A-DEP on the camera dial. . (The camera comes with A-DEP
preselected at the factory.)
NOTE: Do not use the Doc-It software while the camera dial is set to movie mode as doing so may
result in an error.
Camera set to A-DEP
Connect to Doc-It LS software
Open the Doc-It LS software. The software should automatically identify the camera. The camera control
window should be active and ready to capture images.
System Operation
Loading Gels into the Darkroom Hood
Turn Off the UV Transilluminator.
Place the gels onto the UV Transilluminator.
Place the DigiDoc-It hood over the UV Transilluminator.
Turn On the UV Transilluminator.
Use the Gel Viewport Window to view the positioning of the gels. (Slide away the Viewport cover to
view the gel and then replace the cover when ready to capture the image.)
Note: It is important to minimize the transilluminator’s light source exposure to the sample. Turn off the light
source as soon as the image is captured.
View a Sample Prior to Capture
Open the viewport on the hood by sliding the viewport cover to the right.
After visual checking that the sample is loaded correctly, close the viewport cover. Otherwise, light from
the viewing window will interfere with the capturing process.

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Camera Operation
NOTE: Do not use the Doc-It software while the camera dial is set to movie mode as doing so may result
in an error.
To use the camera, open the camera cap on top of the hood.
To capture in automatic mode, set the camera mode dial button to A-DEP. (Automatic mode is
recommended for a quick image capture)
Close and secure the camera cap on the hood.
Note: If the camera is off when starting Doc-It software, a message stating that the application cannot find a
camera will appear. To remedy this, turn the camera on and click Retry.
Software Operation
Ensure that the camera mode is set to A-DEP for automated capture.
Open the Doc-It LS software.
A window displaying the camera options should appear as pictured below. If not, click on View <
Plugins < Camera Plugin.
Camera Control Window
To take images in color, click the Color Capture button.
Select Start Preview to preview the image.
While in preview mode the Brightness slider can be adjusted to brighten dark images.
In addition, the user may adjust the focus manually (as shown below) to enhance the appearance of the
previewed image.

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Preview Window with Manual Focus
When satisfied with the previewed image, select Capture in the Camera Control Window
Optional Camera Setup (Image Acquisition)
If operating the camera in automatic mode is not sufficient for the application, try utilizing the manual mode to
gain additional camera control.
To access the camera dial, open the camera cap on top of the hood.
Set the camera mode dial button to M.
Camera set to M
Close and secure the camera cap on the hood.
A new camera window appears with additional options like the one below:

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Camera Control in Manual Mode
Select the desired options for an enhanced image. See the camera manual for detailed descriptions of
options.
Click Reset Camera Connection.
Select Capture from the Camera Control Window.
Service Procedures
Return Procedure
A Returned Goods Authorization (RGA) number must be obtained from UVP Customer Service before returning
any product.
Replacement Parts and Accessories
Accessories are available for use with the DigiDoc-It Imaging Systems. Contact UVP’s offices at the telephone
numbers below for replacement parts for DigiDoc-It equipment. For transilluminator replacement parts, refer to
the separate manual for the transilluminators included with your shipment.
Description Part Numbers
Drawer (for Benchtop Transilluminators) 98-0068-01
Doc-ItLS Analysis Software 97-0185-02
Thermal Printer, Digital (115/230V) 89-0069-06
Thermal Printer, Digital (230V) 89-0069-07
Thermal Printer, Digital (230V for Europe) 98-0069-15
Thermal Paper, 4 rolls (800 images) 89-0038-01
Thermal paper, 16 rolls (3200 images) 89-0038-04
Thermal Paper, 40 rolls (8000 images) 89-0038-05
UV to White Light Converter Plate (21x26cm) 38-0191-01
UV to White Light Converter Plate (20x40cm) 38-0191-02
Visi-Blue Converter Plate (21x26cm) 38-0200-01
Visi-Blue Converter Plate (20x40cm) 38-0200-02
Filter, 50mm, sq., SYBR Green and EGFP 38-0219-01
Filter, 50mm, sq., Ethidium Bromide 38-0220-01

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Technical Assistance
UVP offers technical support on all of its products. If there are questions about the product’s use, operation or
repair, please contact our offices at the locations below, or go to UVP’s web site and click the Tech Support >
BioImaging Systems.
If residing in North America, South
America, East Asia or Australia:
If residing in Europe, Africa, the Middle
East of Western Asia:
Call [phone] or [phone],
and ask for Customer Service during
regular business days, between 7:00 am
and 5:00 pm, PST.
Call [phone], and ask for
Customer Service during regular business
days between 9:00 am and 5:30 pm.
E-mail your message to:
[email protected]
E-mail your message to: [e-mail]
Fax Customer Service, and send it to (909)
946-3597
Fax Customer Service, and send it to: +44(0)
1223-420561
Write to: UVP, LLC 2066 W. 11th Street,
Upland, CA 91786 USA
Write to: Ultra-Violet Products Ltd
Unit 1, Trinity Hall Farm Estate, Nuffield Road,
Cambridge CB4 1TG UK
Warranty
UVP's products are guaranteed to be free of defects in materials, workmanship and manufacture for one (1) year
from date of purchase. Consumable and disposable parts including, but not limited to tubes and filters, are
guaranteed to be free from defects in manufacture and materials for ninety (90) days from date of purchase.
Transilluminators carry a two (2) year warranty from date of purchase. If equipment failure or malfunction occurs
during the warranty period, UVP shall examine the inoperative equipment and have the option of repairing or
replacing any part(s) which, in the judgment of UVP, were originally defective or became so under conditions of
normal usage and service.
No warranty shall apply to this instrument, or part thereof, that has been subject to accident, negligence,
alteration, abuse or misuse by the end-user. Moreover, UVP makes no warranties whatsoever with respect to
parts not supplied by UVP or that have been installed, used and/or serviced other than in strict compliance with
instructions appearing in this manual.
In no event shall UVP be responsible to the end-user for any incidental or consequential damages, whether
foreseeable or not, including but not limited to property damage, inability to use equipment, lost business, lost
profits, or inconvenience arising out of or connected with the use of instruments produced by UVP. Nor is UVP
liable or responsible for any personal injuries occurring as a result of the use, installation and/or servicing of
equipment.
This warranty does not supersede any statutory rights that may be available in certain countries.
Doc-It is a registered trademark of UVP, LLC. DigiDoc-It is a registered trademark of UVP, LLC