Polaroid ST-7E, ST-8E, ST-9E manual Ccdops Software, Ccdops for Windows or Macintosh

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Section 1 - Introduction

1.2.1. CCDOPS Software

Follow the instructions below to run the CCDOPS software and display and process sample images included on the distribution diskette.

•Install the software onto your hard disk. For Windows this involves running the Setup.exe file on the first diskette. For Macintosh or DOS this involves copying the contents of the floppy disk to a folder or directory on your hard disk.

CCDOPS for Windows or Macintosh

•Double-click on the CCDOPS icon to launch the program.

•Use the Open command in the File menu to load one of the sample images. A window showing the exposure time, etc. will appear. Click in it to make it disappear. The image will show up in its own window.

•Try using the crosshairs. Use the Crosshairs command in the Display menu. Use the mouse to move the crosshair around in the image and see the pixel values.

•Close the crosshairs and try inverting the image. Click the Invert item in the Contrast window.

•Try the photo display mode. Use the Photo Mode command in the Display menu. Click the mouse to return to the menus.

•Load up the other sample images and display them using the photo display mode. You have to close any existing image first.

•If you find that the display is too dark or bright, try setting Auto Contrast in the Contrast window or adjust the background and range parameters to achieve the best display. You may have to hit the Apply button in the Contrast window to see changes in the Background and Range

CCDOPS for DOS

•You should make the CCDOPS floppy or directory the active directory, then give DOS the CCDOPS command.

•Use the Open command in the File menu to load one of the sample images.

•Use the Image command in the Display menu to display the image.

•Try using the crosshairs. Hit the 'X' key. Use the mouse or arrow keys to move the crosshair around in the image and see the pixel values.

•Quit the crosshairs and try inverting the image. Hit the Esc key to quit the Crosshairs mode, then hit the 'N' key.

•Try the photo display mode. Exit the display mode by hitting the Esc key and then use the Display Image command again, this time selecting the Photo Display mode instead of the Analysis mode.

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Contents Operating Manual Page Table of Contents Technique Introduction Road Map of the DocumentationQuick Tour Ccdops Software Ccdops for Windows or MacintoshCCD Camera Page Introduction to CCD Cameras Cameras in GeneralHow CCD Detectors Work Full Frame and Frame Transfer CCDs Camera Hardware ArchitectureCCD System Block Diagram CCD Special Requirements CoolingDouble Correlated Sampling Readout Dark FramesFlat Field Images Pixels vs. Film GrainsGuiding Electronic Imaging Black and White vs. Color Page At the Telescope with a CCD Camera Step by Step with a CCD CameraAttaching the Camera to the Telescope Focusing the CCD Camera Establishing a Communications LinkCamera Back Focus Displaying the Image Finding and Centering the ObjectTaking an Image Processing the ImageCrosshairs Mode Photometry and Astrometry Advanced CapabilitiesSub-Frame Readout in Focus Track and Accumulate Autoguiding and Self GuidingAuto Grab Color ImagingAt the Telescope with a CCD Camera Connecting the Relay Port to the Telescope Connecting the PowerConnecting to the Computer Camera HardwareUsing Mechanical Relays Push to Make Switch Modification Modular Family of CCD Cameras Joystick ModificationSystem Features 20.6x sizeum Focal length cm Camera Hardware Connecting the older model CFW-6 filter wheel to the Camera Battery Operation Page Deep Sky Imaging Advanced Imaging TechniquesLunar and Planetary Imaging Terrestrial ImagingChanging the Camera Resolution Taking a Good Flat FieldBuilding a Library of Dark Frames Flat Fielding Track and Accumulate Images Tracking Functions Advanced Imaging Techniques Page Accessories for your CCD Camera Cooling BoosterFocal Reducers Tri-color ImagingCamera Lens Adapters and Eyepiece Projection AO-7 and Lucy-Richardson SoftwareWindows Software Third Party Products and ServicesSGS Self-Guided Spectrograph Image Processing SoftwareSbig Technical Support Common Problems Common Problems Common Problems Page Glossary STV Glossary Glossary Appendix a Connector ad Cables Appendix a Connector PinoutsSbig Tracking Interface Cable TIC-78 Figure A1 CCD Connector for TIC Mating Appendix C Maintenance Cleaning the CCD and the WindowRegenerating the Desiccant Page Appendix C Capturing a Good Flat Field TechniquePage Index IBM PC Separations
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