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- Page 1 M403 E 06.12.NF.1 MULTIZOOM AZ100 MULTI-PURPOSE ZOOM MICROSCOPE Instruction Manual...
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Page 3: Introduction
To ensure correct usage, read this manual carefully before operating the instrument. • It is prohibited to reproduce or transmit this manual in part or whole without Nikon’s expressed permission • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
Warning/Caution Symbols Used in This Manual Although Nikon products are designed to provide you with the utmost safety during use, incorrect usage or disregard of the instructions can cause personal injury or property damage and will lead to the forfeiture of all claims against warranty. -
Page 5: Notes On Handling The System
Safety Precautions Notes on Handling the System Carefully handle the product. This product is a precision instrument. Handle it carefully and do not subject it to damage or vibrations. Especially, the accuracy of the objective may be adversely affected by even a slight damage. Cautions in carrying the product •... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ............................1 Safety Precautions ..........................2 Warning/Caution Symbols Used in This Manual................2 Notes on Handling the System...................... 3 Chapter 1 Part Names ..........................5 Chapter 2 Microscopy ..........................6 Chater 3 Operation Procedures ......................8 Operation of the Eyepiece Tube Part.................... 8 Change of the Optical Path.................... -
Page 7: Chapter 1 Part Names
Part Names The Nikon MULTI PURPOSE ZOOM MICROSCOPE MULTIZOOM AZ100 is the macro/mono zoom microscope that is suitable for observation or photomicrography in the range from macro to medium magnification. The microscope can use five types of objectives: 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 4x, and 5x objectives. The product can zoom in or out in the magnification range of 1x to 8x for each objective. -
Page 8: Chapter 2 Microscopy
Microscopy This chapter indicates the standard procedure for the microscopy with the AZ100. Set the optical path selector to the binocular part position. Press the optical path selector lever to use the optical path of the binocular part. Set the specimen on the stage. Turn on the light source for the illuminator to be used and adjust its brightness. - Page 9 Chapter 2 Microscopy After observation, turn off the light source. • After observation, turn off the light source and the lamp. • If the microscope or the light source is to be covered by a dust cover, cool down the light source sufficiently.
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Page 10: Operation Procedures
Operation Procedures This chapter indicates the operation procedures of each component of the AZ100. Operation of the Eyepiece Tube Part Change of the Optical Path When the AZ-TE80 Ergonomic Trinocular Tube 80 or the AZ-TE100 Ergonomic Trinocular Tube 100 is used, the optical path of the eyepiece tube can be changed with the optical path Optical path selector lever. -
Page 11: Adjustment Of The Interpupillary Distance
Chapter 3 Operation Procedures Adjustment of the Interpupillary Distance Adjust the distance between the eyepieces according to the interpupillary distance so that the images viewed through the eyepieces with both eyes coincide. The binocular eyepiece has a scale for interpupillary distance. It is recommended to memorize or record your interpupillary distance, so that the interpupillary adjustment can be performed easily next time. -
Page 12: Operation Of The Stage
Chapter 3 Operation Procedures Operation of the Stage Place a Specimen Sufficiently lower the stage by rotating the stage height adjustment knob and place a specimen on the stage without being touched to the objective. Stage Movement The EPI stage moves in two methods, the coarse movement for rough positioning and fine movement for fine positioning. -
Page 13: Zoom Operation
Chapter 3 Operation Procedures Zoom Operation The zoom knobs are located on the both sides of the zoom body. Rotation of these knobs allows the zoom magnification to be changed in the range of 1x to 8x continuously. Total magnification The zoom magnification is indicated on the left zoom knob. -
Page 14: Focus On The Specimen
Chapter 3 Operation Procedures Focus on the Specimen Caution To avoid malfunctions, do not rotate the right and left focus knobs and the right and left stage height adjustment knobs in an opposite direction. Additionally, do not rotate those knobs excessively. - Page 15 Chapter 3 Operation Procedures Focus on the Specimen (Continued) Focusing Procedure Focus on the specimen according to the following procedures. 1. Check the working distance of the objective. The distance between the focal plane and the lower end of the objective is called “working distance.” Focusing will be easier by adjusting the distance between the specimen and the objective considering the working distance.
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Page 16: Operation Of The Aperture Diaphragm
Chapter 3 Operation Procedures Operation of the Aperture Diaphragm The aperture diaphragm open/close dial is located on the front of the zoom body. The aperture diaphragm controls the numerical aperture of the illumination system, closely related to the optical image brightness, contrast, resolution, and depth of focus. -
Page 17: Set Of The Dic Prism Slider
Chapter 3 Operation Procedures Set of the DIC Prism Slider For the DIC prism slider installation, the zoom body is provided with a slot for it. To perform the differential interference contrast (DIC) microscopy, remove the cover of the slot and attach a slider suitable to the microscopy method and the illumination method. -
Page 18: Chapter 4 Assembly
Assembly Caution Be sure to read the “Safety Precautions” and follow the all instructions given there before assembling the product. This chapter describes the procedure for assembling the AZ100 with the following parts. AZ-TE80 Ergonomic Trinocular Tube 80, AZ-W10X Eyepiece 10X, AZ100 Zoom Body, AZ-FM AZ (Focusing Mount) Adapter, AZ-NPS Single Nosepiece, AZ-STE Episcopic Stand, and AZ-STGE EPI Stage. -
Page 19: System Configuration
Chapter 4 Aseembly System Configuration The AZ series system configuration is shown below. Eyepiece Digital camera for microscope AZ-W10X DXM1200 Digital Sight Series Eyepiece 10x Series C-mount direct TV adapter YM-ND 25 ND4/ND16 AZ-TE100 Eyepiece tube AZ-ND128 AZ-TE80 Ergonomic AZ-TP FLDIC Ergonomic Trinocular... -
Page 20: Installation Of The Episcopic Stand
Chapter 4 Aseembly Installation of the Episcopic Stand Install the episcopic stand on a level and stable surface. Refer to page 3, “Notes on Handling the System” for installation location. Removing cushioning materials The substage section is secured with cushioning materials. Turn the stage height adjustment knob to raise the substage Substage and remove the cushioning materials. -
Page 21: Installation Of The Single/Triple Nosepiece
Chapter 4 Aseembly Installation of the Single/Triple Nosepiece The product can be used with the AZ-NPS Single Nosepiece or AZ-NP3 Triple Nosepiece to attach an objective (objectives). Before attaching the zoom body or the focusing mount adapter, attach a nosepiece. The single nosepiece is attached to the bottom of the zoom body. -
Page 22: Installation Of The Zoom Body
Chapter 4 Aseembly Installation of the Zoom Body Zoom body (and single nosepiece) Attach the AZ100 zoom body to the focusing mount adapter. Remove the two clamp screw covers on the right of Clamp screw the zoom body and sufficiently loosen the two clamp screws with the hexagonal wrench (size: Attach the adapter with aligning the... -
Page 23: Installation Of The Eyepiece Tube
Chapter 4 Aseembly Installation of the Eyepiece Tube Attach the eyepiece tube to the upper surface of the zoom Eyepiece tube body. The AZ-TE80 Ergonomic Trinocular Tube, the AZ-TE100 Ergonomic Trinocular tube 100, or the photo adapter for the Place the tube on the AZ-TP series are available for the zoom body. -
Page 24: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Misuse of the product, although it does not cause a malfunction, may adversely affect performance. If any of the following troubles come, be sure to check the following table for possible causes before requesting service. If the troubles cannot be resolved by taking the following measures, contact your nearest Nikon representative. Troubleshooting on Image Viewing... -
Page 25: Troubleshooting On Operation
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting on Operation Trouble Cause Countermeasure The image is not in focus Adjust the position of the specimen The position of the specimen is although the zoom body is with the stage height adjustment knob. extremely low. moved to the lowest position. -
Page 26: Chapter 6 Care And Maintenance
• Cover a dust protection cover after turning off the power source (press the front-half of the power switch) and the lamp cools sufficiently. Regular Inspections (With Charge) Regular inspection (with charge) is recommended to maintain the performance of the product. Contact your nearest Nikon representative for details. -
Page 27: Chapter 7 Specifications
Specifications AZ100 Magnification: 1x to 8x (zoom ratio, 8 : 1) Zoom Body Aperture diaphragm: ø6 mm to ø20 mm Zoom knobs: Right and left knobs are connected, with the clickstop positions at integral magnifications Slot: DIC prism slot AZ-STE Substage: Stroke in the vertical direction: 10 mm Episcopic Stand...