BioImaging Systems
BioDoc-It Imaging System
The best gel documentation system just got
better with expanded capabilities!
Now you can save images to a CompactFlash
memory card or save via a network connection.
No computer needs to be attached to the system!
The BioDoc-It is a compact entry-level system
offering an all in one gel documentation package
for fluorescent and colorimetric imaging. The
system components include a high quality CCD
camera, compact darkroom, LCD screen, UV
transilluminator, plus CompactFlash memory and
networking connectivity combine to make an
easy to use, low-cost system for your imaging
requirements.
BioDoc-It System includes a monochrome CCD
camera with a compact darkroom, UV Transilluminator
and CompactFlash memory card.
Save JPEG or TIFF images to the CompactFlash memory
card (card reader provided)
Transfer images to a computer via a network connection
Receive excellent image quality and enhanced signal to
noise ratio from the 8-bit monochrome CCD camera
Easily access or exchange the Ethidium Bromide filter
located in filter tray on top of the darkroom
Tilt the 6.4" LCD screen for optimum viewing
Control the camera integration and file Save
options from the touch-pad buttons images to the
CompactFlash
Use the built-in overhead LED white light memory
with Hi/Lo settings for focusing as well as card!
illumination for colorimetric samples
Preview live images, select from the preset integration
times and adjust for oversaturation of images BioDoc-It System “three door
versions” include access doors on
Access the darkroom interior via the wide access door for each side of the darkroom for cutting
easy placement of samples or converter plates; UV gels without opening the door.
safety switch turns the UV off when the door is opened
Choose from a selection of ten UV transilluminator
models with a variety of UV wavelengths and filter sizes
Analyze images with the optional Doc-ItLS Software which
installs onto your computer Visualizing the Improvement of Life
BioImaging Systems BioDoc-It Imaging System
The BioDoc-It System enables simple documentation of fluorescent and non-fluorescent
gels, membranes, blots, film plates and assays with the ability to save images to the
CompactFlash memory card for later quantitative analysis or enhancement for publication.
Images are saved in 8-bit or 12-bit TIFF or JPEG formats allowing the images to be read by
most PC or MAC programs. The BioDoc-It System is a cost effective solution for archiving
quality images in a compact stand-alone package. No computer is required.
Camera and Lens
The CCD video camera has a resolution of 640 x
480 for NTSC (RS-170) and 732 x 574 for PAL
Monochrome (CCIR). All camera settings are factory pre-set
CCD camera for optimum performance when viewing gels,
films, or membranes under low light level condi-
Zoom lens with tions. The 8-48mm zoom lens is fitted with a
close-up diopter close-up diopter. The camera can then be held in
a fixed position for focusing on samples.
Network connectivity
for transfer of images
Emission filter tray
with Ethidium Bromide
filter;the tray holds one
standard 50mm filter
CompactFlash for various stained
memory card fluorophores
with 64 MB
memory 6.4” LCD screen tilts
to provide the best
viewing angle
Touch pad Power switches
controller conveniently located
buttons
for easy control
Built-in overhead
LED white light with
UV blocking High/Low settings can
gel viewer be used for optimized
for inspection focusing as well as an
of fluorescent illumination source for
samples white light or
exposed to UV colorimetric samples
illumination
without Wide access door
opening allows for easy place-
the door ment of the sample
and/or accessories such
as converter plates or
Gel Tools.
UV safety switch turns
the UV off when the
door is open
Select from ten UV
Transilluminators; variety of
UV wavelengths and filter sizes
Ethidium Bromide Filter
BioImaging Systems
BioDoc-It System Specifications
The UV blocking band pass interference filter
absorbs UV and IR radiation emitted from CCD Video Camera
the transilluminator. The EtBr filter, placed Type: Composite monochrome
into the emission filter tray on top of the Sensor: On-chip interline transfer CCD
darkroom, allows visualization of fluo- Resolution: 732x574 PAL (CCIR)
rophores from 580-630nm. The filter can be Lens: 8-48mm Zoom
removed for imaging non-fluorescent media Emission Filter: Ethidium Bromide
Dynamic Range: 8-bit
(protein gels, colony plates, etc.) or replaced
Integration: 0.04 to 10 sec @ 30 frames/sec.
with an optional SYBR Green filter (see Power: 12V AC/DC from 115V/60Hz or
ordering information). 230V/50Hz
LCD Screen Displays Live Preview of Integrated Processor and LCD Monitor
Images See live image preview, then cap- 17 pre-set integration times from 0.04 to 10 sec
ture and save only the images you need. Auto-save images in TIFF or JPEG formats
When images are oversaturated, the image 6.4” LCD screen
flashes an alert. Button control decreases Compact Flash Memory Card, 64MB memory
Network connectivity via FTP
the exposure time to stop oversaturation.
Space Saving Benchtop Darkroom
CompactFlash (CF) Memory Card Reader Overhead LED white light
The card reader, included with the system, Gel viewer window
connects to a USB port on your computer. Full access door with UV safety switch
View and save images on the BioDoc-It or Optional side access ports
VisiDoc-It or Darkroom/transilluminator assembly dimensions:
directly to a CF 12.7D x 14.1W x 27H in. (323 x 358 x 686 mm)
card which then Transilluminator
slides into the System includes a UV transilluminator; select from ten models
card reader for featuring single or multiple UV wavelengths or filter sizes. Refer
transfer of to the ordering information on the back page for models.
images to your
CompactFlash Memory Card Reader
computer. Connects to your computer via USB cable
The VisiDoc-It System is an economical image
VisiDoc-It™ Imaging System capture and gel documentation solution and
allows researchers to use a transilluminator already
in their laboratory. The VisiDoc-It System
is available in two styles: 1) hood or 2) stand.
Both versions use the same processor,
CompactFlash memory card, 6.4” LCD screen,
and camera as the BioDoc-It.
The CCD camera easily connects to the
lightweight hood which fits on top of any
transilluminator with filter sizes up to
20x20cm
The camera connects to the stand which
VisiDoc-It image processor positions the camera above a transilluminator
(order separately) placed on the stand base;
the stand allows three-dimensional move-
ment of the camera
VisiDoc-It Ordering and Specifications
VisiDoc-It System 97-0191-01 (115V)
with Hood 97-0191-02 (230V)
VisiDoc-It System 97-0191-04 (115V)
VisiDoc-It Imaging with Stand 97-0191-05 (230V)
System Two versions
available: 1) Hood CCD Video Camera and Integrated
(above) or 2) Stand Processor/LCD Monitor - same as BioDoc-It
The camera assembly Dimensions:
connects to the image Image Processor: 5H x 14.1W x 12.7D in.
processor for economical (127 x 358 x 323mm)
gel documentation. Hood: 16H x 12.4W x 9.4D in.
(406 x 315 x 239mm)
Transilluminators are Stand: 18.5D x 19.8W x 32.5H in.
ordered separately. (457 x 503 x 826mm)
BioDoc-It Ordering Information
BioDoc-It Transilluminator BioDoc-It with Three Doors
115V | 230V Included the BioDoc-It 115V | 230V
97-0165-01 97-0165-02 M-20, 20x20cm, 302nm 97-0182-01 97-0182-02
97-0166-01 97-0166-02 LM-20E, 20x20cm, 302/365nm 97-0174-01 97-0174-02
97-0167-01 97-0167-02 M-26, 21x26cm, 302nm 97-0183-01 97-0183-02
97-0168-01 97-0168-02 LM-26E, 21x26cm, 302/365nm 97-0175-01 97-0175-02
97-0170-01 97-0170-02 LMS-20E, 20x20cm 254/302/365nm 97-0176-01 97-0176-02
97-0171-01 97-0171-02 LMS-26E, 21x26cm 254/302/365nm 97-0177-01 97-0177-02
97-0172-01 97-0172-02 M-26X, 25x26cm, 302nm 97-0178-01 97-0178-02
97-0188-01 97-0188-02 FirstLight FI-20, 20x20cm, 302nm 97-0190-01 97-0190-02
97-0187-01 97-0187-02 FirstLight FI-26, 21x26cm, 302nm 97-0189-01 97-0189-02
97-0173-01 97-0173-02 FirstLight FI-26X, 25x26cm, 302nm 97-0179-01 97-0179-02
Accessories
Easily document images with a high quality thermal Thermal
printer. The analog thermal printer is for use with Printer with
BioDoc-It and VisiDoc-It Systems. user controls
located on the
front panel.
Ordering Information
Thermal Printer, Mitsubishi (115/230V) 89-0069-02
Thermal Printer (230V for Europe) 89-0175-02
High density 325 dpi thermal head and resolution of
Accessories
1280 x 1280 for sharp printing detail
Thermal Paper
89-0038-01 Supplies 256 gray scale for archive-quality thermal
4 Rolls, 800 images
film prints
Thermal Paper, High Gloss
89-0174-01
5 Rolls, 1000 images Process low-cost prints in seconds
Converter
Accessories Ordering Information Plates: UV to
White Light and
Gel Tray, Acrylic 10.75W x 9D in. 85-0007-05 Visi-Blue
available in
UV to White Light Conv. Plate, 21x26cm 38-0191-01
21x26cm or
UV to White Light Conv. Plate, 25x26cm 38-0191-04
25x26cm sizes.
Visi-Blue Converter Plate, 21x26cm 38-0200-01
Visi-Blue Converter Plate, 25x26cm 38-0200-04
Emission Filter for SYBR Green, EGFP (BioDoc-It) 38-0219-01 Go to www.uvp.com for information on
Emission Filter for SYBR Green, EGFP (VisiDoc-It) 38-0187-03 other BioImaging Systems, Analysis
Software, Ultraviolet and Laboratory
Doc-ItLS Analysis Software 97-0185-02 Products and accessories from UVP.
For information contact:
Corporate Headquarters: UVP, Inc.
2066 W. 11th Street Upland, CA 91786
Tel: (800) 452-6788 or (909) 946-3197
Fax: (909) 946-3597 • E-Mail: info@uvp.com
European Office: Ultra-Violet Products Ltd.
Unit 1,Trinity Hall Farm Estate, Nuffield Road,
Cambridge CB4 1TG UK • Tel: +44(0)1223-420022
Fax: +44(0)1223-420561 • E-Mail: uvp@uvp.co.uk
BioDoc-It and VisiDoc-It are trademarks and Doc-It is a registered trademark of UVP, Inc.
Specifications subject to change without notice. Lit: BioDoc-It/VisiDoc-It R305
