What is the Smithsonian Computer Microscope?
• It is a computer microscope with a built in digital camera that allows you to see your specimens live on your PC. You can also take snapshots and video for further manipulation and experimentation.
• The computer microscope connects directly to your PC through the attached USB cable.
• The computer microscope allows you to magnify anything at 10x, 60x, and all the way to 200x. You can view everything from the included pre-prepared slide of a honeybee leg to a close up of a strand of your very own hair. All you need is your imagination and your PC.
The Smithsonian Computer Microscope lets you:
• View specimens collected around the house, backyard, or even your school lunch tray!
• Magnify objects and view them on your PC at 10X, 60X and 200X
• Take snapshots and time-lapse movies
• Manipulate images with drawing and painting tools
• Experiment with your creations using special effects and sound
• Share your discoveries through e-mail
• This powerful tool is a perfect microscope for a kid or any aspiring scientist.
The Smithsonian Computer Microscope Features:
• Super-brite LED lighting for brighter, long-lasting top and bottom illumination
• Image Capture Button
• Detachable scope for handheld exploration
• Adjustable base
What comes with the Smithsonian Computer Microscope?
• Smithsonian Computer Microscope
• Software CD-ROM to view, capture and manipulate images - special effects enhanced for Intel™ Pentium™ 4 Processor
• Lab Supplies:
- 2 specimen jars
- 2 containment dishes
- Sample slide
- Tweezers
- Eyedropper
- Slide Clip
Computer Requirements:
• Intel® Pentium® or Celeron™ processor, 200 MHz or faster (or equivalent). Special effects are enhanced for the Intel® Pentium® 4 processor.
• Windows XP, 2000, 98, 98 SE, ME
• 32 MB RAM
• 150 MB free hard disk space
• SVGA 800 x 600 resolution video support (min. 16-bit color)
• 4x CD-ROM drive
• USB interface/port enabled
• 16-bit Windows-compatible sound device
• Direct X8 (included on CD-ROM) |
