Operation

Before You Begin...

Cleaning the scan surface before and after every scan is recommended.

General Description of Scanning

Scans are initiated using the Image Studio Software Acquire ribbon. On the Acquire ribbon the user chooses the settings for the scan as well as the area to scan.Scans are initiated using LI‑COR Acquisition Software.Scans are initiated using Image Studio or LI‑COR Acquisition Software. In Image Studio, on the Acquire ribbon the user chooses the settings for the scan as well as the area to scan. Scanning progresses first across the X-axis, and then moves incrementally along the Y-axis of the scanning surface after each X-axis pass.

Continuous Operation

The Odyssey DLx is designed to operate continuously. During idle times, the Odyssey DLx can remain powered on or be powered off at your discretion. When idle, the Odyssey DLx typically draws approximately 0.5 Amp of current when powered with 120V (see Odyssey® F Imager Specifications). If the Odyssey DLx needs to be disconnected (when moving it, for example), see Operation.

Disconnecting the Power

1. First, exit the Image Studio Software by selecting Instrument > Disconnect on the Application menu or by closing the application window.First, exit LI‑COR Acquisition Software by closing the application window.First, exit Image Studio or LI‑COR Acquisition Software by closing the application window. In Image Studio, you can also exit by selecting Instrument > Disconnect on the Application menu.

2. Briefly press the power button on the front panel to power off the Odyssey DLx. Then remove the power cord from the power receptacle as described in Safety.

   Note: Do not unplug the power cable or push ‘O’ on the rear power switch while the system is running, except for an emergency situation.