OLYMPUS PRECiV Software Enables Microscope Instructions
- June 4, 2024
- Olympus
Table of Contents
- OLYMPUS PRECiV Software Enables Microscope
- Take Control of Your Microscope
- A Comprehensive Imaging and Measurement Platform
- Flexible, Easy-to-Use Imaging and Measurement Tools
- Simple to Use for Imaging and Measurement
- Modular and Versatile: Works with a Range of Imaging Conditions
- PRECiV™ Version 1.1 Specifications
- Solutions for Manufacturing and Industrial Research
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
OLYMPUS PRECiV Software Enables Microscope
Take Control of Your Microscope
A Comprehensive Imaging and Measurement Platform
Simple-to-use PRECiV™ software gives you control over your microscope so that you can perform precise, repetitive 2D measurements during production, quality control, and inspection operations. Obtain results that comply with the latest industrial standards and create professional reports that can be easily exported to your company’s network. With robust data sharing and security features, PRECiV software makes your workflow faster and more efficient.
Flexible, Easy-to-Use Imaging and Measurement Tools
Intuitive and Collaborative
The user interface is simple and easy to use, so you can start taking
advantage of the software’s powerful tools with minimal training. The
navigation tab makes it easy to access the software’s functions—such as
observation, acquisition, and measurement—via large, clearly labeled buttons
to quickly capture precise 2D measurements.
Connectivity that Enables Efficiency
With a connected workstation, you can easily save images and configuration
files to OneDrive or a network drive, receive automatic software updates and
security patches, use a floating license, and upgrade to new versions. You can
save and load images in multiple formats or save JPEG images with the
calibration information for traceability. Sharing methods and configuration
files—such as measurements, image processing settings, and materials solutions
settings—between connected workstations makes it possible to get the right
information in front of the right person quickly and easily.
Olympus can provide a Manufacturer Disclosure Statement for Medical Device
Security (MDS²) that focuses on the NIST Framework for cybersecurity.
Simple to Use for Imaging and Measurement
Designed for Material Science
Don’t compromise by using software designed for life science or other non- industrial applications. PRECiV™ software is designed to work the way that you do with optional Materials Solutions that will guide you through a succession of steps—from image acquisition to standard compliant measurements and reports—in most popular materials science applications.
Powerful Imaging Tools
The software supports brightfield, darkfield, MIX
(directional darkfield), polarization imaging, and differential interference
contrast (DIC), while its robust color rendering and resolution provide the
high-quality images required for industrial applications. It also has
convenient tools that enable you to optimize the live image, including live
high-dynamic range (HDR) imaging, anti-glare, a digital reticle, and a focus
aid.
Requires Minimal Training
For new users, the advanced settings remain hidden, keeping the interface
uncluttered. Experienced users can press the ‘more’ button to access all
available features and functions. The home screen can be customized, enabling
you to quickly access the functions that you use most often.
When you turn on the software, the live image starts automatically, so you can
get right to work.
Acquire Combined Panorama and EFI Images with a Manual Microscope
The extended focal imaging (EFI) function enables you to obtain fully in-focus images by serially acquiring multiple images at different focal planes. The panorama function enables you to acquire images larger than the microscope’s field of view by moving the stage across the sample. Using PRECiV software, you can now combine the instant EFI and panorama functions while keeping both hands on the microscope. A colored frame indicator shows the quality of each image being stitched together, while a split screen shows the live image and stitched image side by side.
Repetitive 2D Measurements
PRECiV™ software enables precise, repetitive two-dimensional measurements on a live or recorded image through a combination of a simple user interface and powerful functions like auto edge detection,* which makes it easy to reliably measure the distance between points. Other helpful measurement features include:
- Edge-detected circles*
- Magic wand for automatic area detection
- Auxiliary lines* to easily make complex geometric measurements
- The ability to link objects to connect existing measurements
Measurement results can be compiled in a workbook and easily exported to Excel.
Guided Workflows for Compliant Measurements
Materials Solutions workflows for applications like grain sizing and non-
metallic inclusions guide users through the steps required to acquire
measurements that comply with the latest international standards, including
ISO, ASTM, and JIS.
Modular and Versatile: Works with a Range of Imaging Conditions
Extend Your Microscope’s Capabilities
The software is a comprehensive imaging and measurement solution for your
microscopy lab no matter the brand or age of your microscopes. PRECiV™
software controls all Olympus conventional industrial microscopes, their coded
functions, Olympus motorized nosepieces, and Olympus digital microscope
cameras.
Easy Set Up
The software seamlessly integrates your microscope, Olympus camera, and
accessories. When you install PRECiV software, all the necessary drivers are
also installed, making it easy to change which Olympus microscope camera or
accessory you’re using.
PRECiV™ software is scalable—different departments in your company can purchase a license for the level of software they require.
PRECiV Capture PRECiV Capture is our entry-level package for customers
who want to acquire digital images and make basic 2D measurements using their
existing microscope, such as incoming goods inspection.
PRECiV Core Ideal for customers in QA labs and inspection rooms with a
strong focus on images, PRECiV Core balances cost and features, adding
extended focus images and measurement export capabilities for an excellent
value.
PRECiV PRO PRECiV Pro has a complete set of features and functions,
making it the most powerful and versatile version of the software. The Pro
version has the tools required for customers in QA/QC, failure analysis, and
anyone who needs to produce analytical reports and measurements to validate a
sample or production lot.
PRECiV Desktop The desktop version of PRECiV software is made for
customers who want to post-process their data away from the microscope with
all the available measurement and analysis capabilities, but without the
camera and image capture controls.
PRECiV™ Version 1.1 Specifications
Capture | Core | Pro | Desktop | |
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Image Acquisition | ||||
Basic image acquisition from Olympus cameras, including auto-calibration | ||||
X |
Extended image acquisition, including HDR, and Live HDR/position navigator
(with the DP74)| | **| | X
Halation removal using the MIX slider (microscope) or LED ring light (stereo
microscope)| | | | X
Extended Focal Image (EFI) using the manual or instant mode| X| | | X
Large-size image acquisition (panorama) using the manual or instant mode| X| |
| X
Combined EFI and panorama using manual mode| X| | | X
Image and Customization Tools
User interface with functions grouped by purpose| | | |
Overlay information layer (scale bar, cross hair, digital reticle)| | | |
Live zoom and annotations| | | |
Measurements / Image Analysis**
Basic interactive measurements (arbitrary line, circle-to-circle distance,
polyline, freehand polyline, linear ruler, perpendicular line, freehand
polygon, rectangle, rotated rectangle, 3-point circle, 3-point angle, 4-point
angle, point coordinates, point counts)|
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Advanced interactive measurement, including auto-edge detection and auxiliary lines (arbitrary line, vertical line, horizontal line, circle-to-circle distance, polyline, freehand polyline, linear ruler, perpendicular line, multiple perpendicular lines, multiple parallel lines, throat thickness, freehand polygon, closed polygon, interpolated polygon, magic wand, rectangle, rotated rect- angle, 2-point circle, 3-point circle, edge detected circle, multipoint circle, rotated ellipse, 3-point angle, 4-point angle, angle ruler, point coordinates, midpoint, point count)|
X
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Image enhancement filters (matrix filters, color and contrast adjustment)| X|
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Reporting
Data export to an Olympus workbook| | | |
Data export to Microsoft Excel| X| | |
Report and presentation creation in Microsoft 365 or Office 2019| X| | |
Device Support
Olympus microscopes and Olympus cameras| | | | X
3rd party SWIR camera| X| | | X
Optional Add-Ons
Count and Measure for PRECiV| X| | |
Materials Solutions for PRECiV (e.g. Grain Sizing, Non-Metallic Inclusion,
Cast Iron, Layer Thickness, Porosity, Particle Distribution, Coating
Thickness, Phase Analysis, Dendrite Arm Spacing)| X| | |
Chart comparison on selected standards for grain size, graphite sizing, non-
metallic inclusion, and hardened metals| X| | |
Standard Feature; ¸ Optional Feature; X Not available
PC Requirements
CPU| Intel Core i5, i7, i9
RAM / HDD| 8 GB / 2.4 GB free space
Operating System| Windows 10 (64-bit); Editions: Pro. Pro for Workstations,
Enterprise
.Net Framework| Version 4.6.2 or higher
Optimized resolution| 1920 × 1080
License activation| By internet connection or code-based
Graphics card| 64-bit graphics card with 2 GB RAM (compatible with CUDA 9.1
with special combinations)
Solutions for Manufacturing and Industrial Research
Olympus offers a comprehensive set of microscopy and software solutions for industrial applications, ranging from routine inspection to sophisticated analysis. Depending on your application, choose the microscope software that best fits your needs:
- PRECiV™ software: designed for manual microscopes and customers who primarily need to make 2D measurements
- OLYMPUS Stream™ software is made for customers who utilize automated microscopy and advanced image analysis; optional TruAI™ deep-learning technology is also available to streamline repetitive analysis tasks
*Available in PRECiV Pro and PRECiV Desktop; optional in PRECiV Core
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- Specifications and appearances are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.
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