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Marker scanning and export with AlphaScan S1

Knowledge Overview Definition

With the AlphaScan S1 connected normally, the scan action starts marker-point acquisition; marker scanning is the initial default scan mode.

Starting marker-point acquisition

With the AlphaScan S1 connected normally, the scan action starts marker-point acquisition; marker scanning is the initial default scan mode.

During marker-point acquisition, camera exposure can be changed in real time using the shutter setting in the scan-parameter panel.

Continuing scanning or exporting markers

After marker-point acquisition is complete, the operator can continue scanning or export the marker data.

To export marker points, first finish the scan, then open the file menu and choose the marker-point export action.

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