AmScope M158C-E

AmScope M158 Series Compound Monocular Microscope User Manual

Model: M158C-E

1. Koniec produktuview

The AmScope M158 Series Compound Monocular Microscope is a versatile instrument designed for educational and hobbyist use, offering powerful magnification and digital imaging capabilities. It features a robust all-metal framework and a 360-degree rotating monocular head for comfortable viewing.

Główne cechy obejmują:

  • Układ optyczny: 360-degree rotating monocular head with optical glass lenses, providing magnification from 40X up to 1000X.
  • Oświetlenie: Dual LED illumination system for both transmitted (bottom) and incident (top) lighting, powered via AC adapter or batteries.
  • Aparat cyfrowy: Integrated 640x480 USB 2.0 digital camera for capturing photos and videos, compatible with Windows and Mac operating systems.
  • Skupienie: Coarse and fine precision focus knobs for clear image adjustment.
  • Stage: Sturdy stage z stage clips for securing specimens.
AmScope M158 Series Compound Monocular Microscope with laptop showing magnified image

Figure 1: AmScope M158 Series Compound Monocular Microscope with included accessories, including a laptop displaying a magnified specimen.

2. Konfiguracja

  1. Rozpakowywanie: Ostrożnie wyjmij wszystkie elementy z opakowania. Sprawdź, czy wszystkie części wymienione w liście przewozowym są obecne.
  2. Podłączenie zasilania:
    • For AC power, connect the provided AC adapter to the microscope's power input and plug it into a standard electrical outlet.
    • For battery power, open the battery compartment located at the base of the microscope and insert 2 AA batteries. Ensure correct polarity.
    Spód view of AmScope microscope showing battery compartment and power adapter

    Figure 2: Power options for the microscope, showing the battery compartment and AC adapter connection.

  3. Montaż okularu: Insert the desired eyepiece (WF10x or WF25x) into the monocular head.
  4. Digital Camera Setup:
    • Remove the eyepiece and insert the USB 2.0 digital camera into the monocular head.
    • Connect the camera's USB cable to your computer.
    • Install the provided software (Windows only) from the included disc or download the latest version from the AmScope website. This software enables image capture, video recording, and measurement functions.
    AmScope USB 2.0 Digital Camera for microscope

    Figure 3: The USB 2.0 digital camera for connecting the microscope to a computer.

3. Instrukcja obsługi

3.1 Przygotowanie próbki

For transparent specimens, use standard microscope slides and cover slips. For opaque specimens, ensure they are small enough to fit on the stage.

3.2 Placing the Specimen

Place the prepared slide or opaque specimen on the stage, zabezpieczając go za pomocą stagklipy elektroniczne.

3.3 Regulacja powiększenia

  1. Selecting Objective Lens: Rotate the revolving nosepiece to select the desired objective lens (4X, 10X, 40X). Always start with the lowest magnification (4X) to locate your specimen.
  2. Powiększenie okularu: The total magnification is the product of the eyepiece magnification and the objective lens magnification (e.g., 10X eyepiece * 40X objective = 400X total magnification).
  3. Close-up of microscope objective lenses and stage

    Figure 4: The objective lenses mounted on the revolving nosepiece above the stage.

3.4 Ustawianie ostrości

  1. Gruba ostrość: Use the larger coarse focus knob to bring the specimen into approximate focus.
  2. Dobra ostrość: Use the smaller fine focus knob for precise focusing and to achieve a sharp image.
  3. Close-up of microscope coarse and fine focus knobs

    Figure 5: The coarse and fine focus adjustment knobs on the side of the microscope.

3.5 Regulacja oświetlenia

The microscope features dual LED illumination:

  • Transmitted (Bottom) Light: For transparent specimens (slides). Turn on the bottom light source. Adjust the brightness using the dimmer control.
  • Incident (Top) Light: For opaque specimens. Turn on the top light source. Adjust the brightness using the dimmer control.
Microscope showing top and bottom LED illumination

Figure 6: The built-in LED illumination system, providing both incident (top) and transmitted (bottom) light.

Dla optymalnego viewing, adjust the 6-hole disc diaphragm located beneath the stage to control the amount of light passing through the specimen.

3.6 Using the Digital Camera

Once the digital camera is installed and connected to your computer, launch the AmScope software. The software allows you to:

  • View live feed from the microscope.
  • Capture still images (photos).
  • Nagraj wideo footage.
  • Utilize advanced features like stitching, EDF (Extended Depth of Field), and measurement functions (Windows only).

Wideo 1: Overview of the AmScope M158C-E Compound Monocular Microscope, demonstrating its features and capabilities, including the WF10x and WF25x eyepieces and 40x-1000x magnification range.

4. Konserwacja

  • Czyszczenie soczewek: Use only specialized lens cleaning paper and lens cleaning solution. Gently wipe the lenses in a circular motion. Avoid touching optical surfaces with bare hands.
  • Czyszczenie ciała: Przetrzyj korpus mikroskopu miękką,amp płótno. Nie używaj ostrych środków chemicznych ani ściernych środków czyszczących.
  • Składowanie: When not in use, cover the microscope with a dust cover to protect it from dust and debris. Store in a cool, dry place.
  • Wymiana baterii: If using battery power, replace batteries when the illumination dims significantly.

5. Rozwiązywanie Problemów

ProblemMożliwa przyczynaRozwiązanie
Brak oświetleniaPower adapter not connected; Batteries drained; Light switch off; LED failure.Ensure power adapter is securely connected or replace batteries. Check light switch. Contact support if LED is faulty.
Obraz jest rozmazany/nieostryIncorrect focus adjustment; Objective lens dirty; Specimen not flat.Adjust coarse and fine focus knobs. Clean objective lens. Ensure specimen is flat on the stage.
Dark or uneven field of viewDiaphragm not adjusted correctly; Light source too dim.Adjust the 6-hole disc diaphragm. Increase brightness of the light source.
Digital camera not detectedUSB cable loose; Software not installed or running; Driver issue.Ensure USB cable is securely connected. Install/reinstall software and drivers. Restart computer.

6. Specyfikacje

  • Model: M158C-E
  • Głowa: 360-degree rotating monocular
  • Okulary: WF10x, WF25x (included)
  • Soczewki obiektywowe: 4X, 10X, 40X
  • Całkowite powiększenie: 40X-1000X
  • Oświetlenie: Top and bottom LED lights
  • Skupienie: Coarse and fine focus knobs
  • Stage: Zwykłytage z stage klipy
  • Skraplacz: Single lens condenser with 6-hole disc diaphragm
  • Aparat cyfrowy: 640x480 USB 2.0
  • Moc: Zasilacz sieciowy lub 2 baterie AA
  • Wymiary: 10.24 x 6.69 x 14.96 cala
  • Waga: 2.98 funta

7. Gwarancja i wsparcie

For warranty information and technical support, please visit the official AmScope webOdwiedź stronę internetową lub skontaktuj się z działem obsługi klienta. Zachowaj paragon jako dowód zakupu.

AmScope Official Webstrona: www.amscope.com

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