Do you do 3D reconstruction?
Yes, Northern Eclipse does perspective 3D reconstruction. We have an alignment application that captures microscopic serial sections, and then 3 dimensionally reconstructs all of the sections. We also control microscope Z-motors for capture and reconstruction.

We just got our network up and running, why can’t we get a live image anymore?
Chances are the network card has created a conflict, either IRQ, DMA, memory or I/O. As a first step try removing the network card and see if the frame grabber now works. If this does not help, remove the frame grabber driver and re-install this driver as outline on page 4 of the manual. The conflict should now be fixed. Verify system settings and install the network card accordingly or consult with the computer manufacturer.

When I Integrate with my color video camera and Northern Eclipse a white screen appears?
Drop the exposure time and the image should look great.

Which operating system should I use with Northern Eclipse?
As of Nov.1, 2001 Northern Eclipse and Northern Elite run on Windows 95, 98, Me, NT, 2000 and XP. Most new frame-grabbers and digital cameras work best on later operating systems. Older frame-grabbers and digital cameras may require older operation systems. (Windows 98 second edition). Check our camera support page for specific camera details.

Will the de-convolution PlugIn for Northern Eclipse and Northern Elite work on color images?
Yes, but we recommend high bit depth color images (36 or 48 bit).

I’ve just installed a new application, but it does not run?
Northern Eclipse has new features and functions added on a regular basis. Be sure to upgrade to the latest version when installing a new application. Registered users can download the latest version for free from our ftp site.

Can applications be purchased and then run stand alone without Northern Eclipse?
Yes, for example the Ion application for Fura or pH can be purchased as a stand alone product.

What are the minimum computer specifications required for Northern Eclipse?
Northern Eclipse 7.0 works best on a Intel Pentium III or better, with a 1 Gig CPU, 512 of RAM and a 40 Gig hard drive. If you are planning to upgrade from Northern Eclipse 5.0 or 6.0 to 7.0, consider a fast computer for maximum performance.

Does your software run on a Mac?
Northern Eclipse 7.0 will run on Mac OS 10 in emulation mode. We currently have a new imaging product EyeImage Version 2.0 for the Mac.

Does your new Mac software support shutters, microscopes and digital cameras?
Yes, EyeImage 2.0 currently controls Zeiss microscopes, Uniblitz shutters, the Sutter DG4 fast wavelength changer and all current models of Qimaging digital CCD cameras.