K2 Summit and K2 Base Direct Detection Camera User's Guide
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Event detection is instantaneous.
System blanks the beam and retracts the camera within 5 ms.
System notifies the user (if DM and PC are operational) with a pop-up window message.
System releases the beam shutter with the next operation or at user command.
SPECIAL NOTE:
After actuation of DSP, the system operates normally whether or not
the user has cleared the condition which gave rise to the overexposure.
Because the K2 system does not know if the event has been cleared, it
allows the camera to insert even if the beam is still able to cause
damage. It is recommended that the user check the microscope status
to ensure that the error state is cleared (turn down beam intensity).
The system is designed to minimize damage to the sensor, but it cannot prevent damage in all
cases.
WARNING:
The camera must be warmed up to +20°C when it becomes necessary to vent
the microscope or camera chamber.
WARNING:
Do not operate with poor vacuum.
Cleaning:
Do not
attempt to clean the CMOS sensor yourself as damage can result. If the
surface of the CMOS sensor becomes dirty or scratched, contact Gatan for service.
Sensor replacement:
Recommended to only be done by a qualified Gatan service engineer.
Software
Install the GMS License using the Gatan license CD. Installation instructions are included
with the CD. Install the GMS application software using the GMS installer CD. Installation
instructions are included with the CD. Make sure K2 Direct Detection camera is selected in
Camera Hardware and TEM.
WARNING:
Do not adjust IP configuration of K2 Private Network. Fixed IP addresses are intentional.
Do not add any connections to K2 Private Network.
Do not add any additional PCI cards to PC.
Do not modify PC configuration.
Do not use X and Y drives for data storage or scratch pad. These drives are dedicated to
the sole use of the camera and must be kept empty.
SPECIAL NOTE:
For optimal performance do not run anti-virus applications during operation of camera.
For optimal performance do not use spare 10gigE port during operation of camera.
For optimal performance do not load third-party applications other than those
recommended or verified by Gatan.
