CI-600 Operation Manual Rev 5/15/2013
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USING THE CI-600 FOR CI-690 ROOTSNAP!
RootSnap!, is a separate software program created at CID Bio-Science for root image analysis. It
includes a revolutionary user interface that employs a combination of advanced image analysis and
a multi-touch LCD screen, which allows users to more quickly and easily trace roots using their
fingers. Root tracing enhancements, such as the “Snap-to-Root” feature that “snaps” root tracing
points to the center of the root automatically, removes hours of tedious point-by-point outlining of
roots.
When the CI-600 is used to acquire images being analyzed with CI-690 RootSnap!, there are several
features that, if used, make the importing and analysis process easier and faster. First, always use
the ICAP file-naming feature to save images. The ICAP naming system allows the user to scan, save
and name images in any order and be organized for future analysis. Designating the root tube,
window and session only takes a few seconds and automatically increased the session number
when using the time lapse feature.
It is often asked whether to start taking root images at the top or the bottom of a root tube. It is
recommended to start at the top of the root tube when taking images. First of all, this will allow the
user to make the fewest possible scans while imaging to the lowest depth of the roots. Also, when
images are imported into RootSnap, Window 1 is along the top layer of soil.
Make sure to always check the bottom of root tubes for standing water that could damage the CI-
600 if lowered into it.
It is recommended to include overlap between scans to ensure all roots are fully imaged. Overlap
can easily be removed using the CI-690 RootSnap! analysis software.
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