Re: Nikon C1si?

Posted by Craig Brideau on
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I was wondering if you saw this decreased throughput in spectral mode
only, or also in conventional detection mode?  The spectral mode works
with a multi-anode PMT, which has a lower quantum efficiency than a
conventional PMT.  From what I have seen of the design, it also has
the option to use a conventional PMT system with the device, and I am
wondering if you have also tried that mode of operation?

Thanks,

Craig

On 10/4/07, Robert Zucker <[hidden email]> wrote:
> One of the major limitations that we have seen with this unit and also
> with  the Zeiss meta 510 is the decreased light throughput . This
> creates images that are noisier than conventional confocal microscopes.
> In our hands it appears you will need to have a bright sample to make
> the spectral system work properly. ,