| 摘要 |
Apparatus and methods are provided which allow the rapid collection of image data in situations where ancillary equipment must be controlled and co-ordinated as part of an image formation process, such as confocal microscopy for example. The apparatus includes control means (20′) for co-ordinating the operation of the apparatus, and operable to receive a first trigger signal (33, 33′, 37) indicating the completion of an operation from one component and transmit a second trigger signal (27, 27′) to start an operation by another component in response to the first trigger signal. Such a configuration is operate to reduce delays encountered in operation of the apparatus. |
