Endoscope camera system.Karl Storz Endoscopy-America, Inc., has unveiled its line of Direct Coupled Interface (DCI (Display Control Interface) An Intel/Microsoft programming interface for full-motion video and games in Windows. It allowed applications to take advantage of video accelerator features built into the display adapter. ) Camera and Endoscope endoscope, any instrument used to look inside the body. Usually consisting of a fiber-optic tube attached to a viewing device, endoscopes are used to explore and biopsy such areas as the colon and the bronchi of the lungs. Systems. DCI systems replace the traditional eyepiece Eyepiece A lens or optical system which offers to the eye the image originating from another system (the objective), at a suitable viewing distance. The image can be virtual. assembly with a "snap-in" coupling mechanism between the telescope and camera head. Karl Storz's integrated DCI design is simpler, lighter, and easier to handle with one-handed, pushbutton push·but·ton n. also push button A small button that activates an electric circuit when pushed. adj. also push-but·ton Equipped with or operated by a pushbutton. control of all endoscope and video functions from the camera head. Both the camera cable and light guide exit from the rear of the camera head, steering clear of the doctor's hands and the operative field. Proprietary Auto Rotation System (ARS) technology maintains an upright image orientation at all times-- regardless of endoscope position, providing single-handed control. DCI systems automatically optimize focus upon power-up and whenever needed at the touch of a button. |
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