Microscope V2.0 Software Release

We've released version 2.0 of the microscope control software with significant improvements to the API and user interface.

What's New

Enhanced API Endpoints

The REST API now includes additional endpoints for:

• Programmatic temperature and gas control
• Batch image capture with custom intervals
• Real-time status monitoring
• Metadata retrieval for captured images

Improved Visualization

The web interface now shows live preview updates with faster refresh rates. Temperature, humidity, and CO₂ readings display in real-time on the dashboard.

Environmental Control

More precise control over incubation parameters:

• Temperature: ±0.1°C accuracy
• CO₂: 5% or custom concentrations
• Humidity: Maintains 85% RH automatically

Time-Lapse Scheduling

New scheduling interface for complex time-lapse experiments. Set capture intervals from seconds to hours, with automatic pause/resume based on environmental conditions.

API Example

import requests

# Trigger a capture
response = requests.post('http://microscope.local/api/capture', 
    json={'exposure': 100, 'position': 'A1'})

# Get the image
image_url = response.json()['image_url']

Upgrade Instructions

Current users can upgrade via the built-in update mechanism in Settings > System > Software Update.

For questions or issues, contact hello@cca.bio.