The Prairie Two-Channel Investigator

The Prairie Two-Channel Investigator Confocal system was the first in the Prairie family of confocal imaging systems. From the start, this system incorporated the modular system design found in all Prairie products. By beginning with our core galvanometer-based imaging module, the Two-Channel Investigator gives the researcher the ability customize the microscope to meet research needs while also helping them to meet the budget.

Features and Options:

• Two-channel confocal detection with two detectors designed to optimize collection efficiency.
• Manually interchangeable filters with 10 user-specified filter options for each PMT.
• User-changeable dichroic for almost limitless emission combinations.
• User-changeable pinholes for maximizing the performance of the system by matching pinhole size with objective magnification.
• Optional z-piezo module.
• Two-photon ready.
• Optional photoactivation module for photoactivation experiments.
• Optional uncaging/photoactivation optics for simultaneous imaging and uncaging/photoactivation experiments.
• Integrated software control of imaging and laser function.
• Prairie View scan control and image collection software. Scan modes including frame scanning, line scanning, ROI, scan rotation, optical zoom, line-interlacing, z-series acquisition, t-series acquisition.
• TriggerSync software allows for uncaging and functional mapping experiments, as well as providing the synchronization of the imaging protocol with external hardware.
• Modular design allows for flexible system configuration and add-ons.
• High Performance PC computer workstation with flat panel display
• Integrate with an optional Aurora Laser Launch.

Please contact Prairie for more information and pricing on this system.