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Nikon DS-L4 Instructions Manual

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16.9.Nx.1 (1/2)
DS-L4
Microscope Camera Control Unit
Instructions
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  • Page 1 M668 E 16.9.Nx.1 (1/2) DS-L4 Microscope Camera Control Unit Instructions Camera Operation...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Nikon product. This instruction manual has been prepared for users of the Nikon DS-L4 Microscope Camera Control Unit. To ensure correct usage, read this manual carefully before operating this product.  No part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without prior written permission from Nikon.

  • Page 4: Features Of This Product

    Lengths and angles can be measured easily by on-screen operation.  Networking By connecting the DS-L4 to a network, images can be saved to a network drive. Images saved on a network drive can also be retrieved from a viewer terminal.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Connecting the DS-L4 to the Cradle ...................... 9 Connecting the DS-L4 and Peripheral Devices ....................10 3.2.1 Connection Overview ........................... 10 3.2.2 Connecting a microscope camera to the DS-L4 ................... 11 3.2.3 Connecting an external display ......................12 3.2.4 Connecting USB Peripheral Devices ....................13 Connecting the AC Adapter ..........................
  • Page 6 Contents Part2 Photographing Basics of the DS-L4 Chapter Capturing Images with Simple Operations ......................34 Operation of Capturing Images ..........................34 Setting the white balance ............................. 35 Checking the Subject Conditions of a Live Image ....................37 Exposure Compensation ............................39 Re-capturing Displayed Images ...........................
  • Page 7 Viewing the network settings ..........................146 13.4 Setting Network Drives ............................147 13.5 Managing Users ..............................148 13.6 Using DS-L4 Administration Tool ........................150 13.6.1 Setting the Date and Time ........................153 13.6.2 Specifying the Network Settings ......................153 13.6.3 Specifying Wireless LAN Settings ......................
  • Page 8 Connecting to a network drive or viewer terminal (including a PC) directly without using a LAN connection ... 167 15.4 Connecting the DS-L4 to a LAN via a wireless access point ................168 15.5 Connecting to a viewer terminal with a wireless connection without using an access point ......169 15.6...

  • Page 9: Part1 Please Read First

    This part explains what the user should know in advance about DS-L4 operation. Before using the DS-L4 for the first time, please read this part. Also refer to this part whenever you want to confirm basic operations during installation and connection of the DS-L4, or during actual operation of the DS-L4.

  • Page 10: Before Use

    Chapter 1 Before Use Before Use This chapter provides a checklist of the accessories supplied with the DS-L4, and explains which microscope cameras and peripheral devices can be connected to the DS-L4. Confirmation of Accessories The following items should be contained in the packing box. Please make sure that you have everything.

  • Page 11: Microscope Cameras Supported By The Ds-L4

    Before Use Microscope Cameras Supported by the DS-L4 The following models of microscope cameras can be connected to the DS-L4. The characteristics of the microscope camera differ depending on the model. Before using a camera, confirm that it is a supported model.

  • Page 12: Peripheral Devices That Can Be Used

    The following peripheral devices (sold separately) can be used with the DS-L4: (1) External display The DS-L4 has a built-in 10.1-inch wide LCD display with a resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA). An external display can be used for larger image observation.
  • Page 13 Tightly connect the network cable If the network cable is removed while the DS-L4 is being used, the DS-L4 may freeze for one minute or more. In such a case, please wait for a while until the freeze state ends.

  • Page 14: Names Of Parts

    Names of Parts Chapter 2 Names of Parts and Their Functions Names of Parts This chapter shows the part names of the DS-L4. DS-L4 Microscope Camera Control Unit Tablet (front view) 1. Built-in microphone (not used) 2. Ambient light sensor (not used) 3.
  • Page 15 Chapter 2 Names of Parts and Their Functions Tablet (left view) 1. Battery charge lamp 2. Direct memory slot (microSD slot) 3. Forced termination switch 4. DC-IN connector (not used) 5. microHDMI connector (not used) 6. Mic/line-in/headphone/line-out/headset terminal (not used) 7.

  • Page 16: Cradle

    Chapter 2 Names of Parts and Their Functions Cradle Cradle (front and rear views) 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. Unlock button 2. Main connector 3. USB 2.0 connector 4. Mic/line-in terminal (not used) 5. Headphone/line-out terminal (not used) 6.

  • Page 17: Installation And Connection

    This chapter explains how to install and connect the DS-L4 and a microscope camera. Installing the DS-L4 Cautions on installation When you install the DS-L4, allow at least 10 cm between it and other objects for adequate heat dissipation. 3.1.1 Connecting the DS-L4 to the Cradle Make sure that no peripheral devices are connected to the connectors on the tablet.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Ds-L4 And Peripheral Devices

    Chapter 3 Installation and Connection Connecting the DS-L4 and Peripheral Devices Always turn the power off before plugging or unplugging cables. Confirm that the power of devices is turned off before plugging or unplugging cables. Connecting a cable when the power is on may cause electric shock, or malfunction or failure of the device.

  • Page 19: Connecting A Microscope Camera To The Ds-L4

     Connect a microscope camera to the optical device before connecting a USB 3.0 cable.  Before connecting a USB 3.0 cable, turn off the power of the DS-L4. Plugging or unplugging a USB 3.0 cable while the DS-L4 is active may cause malfunction.

  • Page 20: Connecting An External Display

    The display to be used must be a PC display supporting an output resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels (WUXGA). Because the microHDMI connector of the DS-L4 main body does not support output resolution of 1920 x 1200 pixels, use the DisplayPort interface or analog display connector of the cradle.

  • Page 21: Connecting Usb Peripheral Devices

    Connecting USB Peripheral Devices The DS-L4 provides one USB 2.0 connector, and the cradle provides three USB 2.0 connectors. You can connect USB devices (such as a USB mouse or USB keyboard), or you can connect a Nikon microscope and electrically control motorized accessories on the microscope.

  • Page 22: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    To supply external power to the DS-L4, use the cradle and the cradle's AC adapter. CAUTION: Connection of the AC adapter and power cord  To avoid electric shock, confirm that the DS-L4 power is turned off before connecting the AC adapter.  Connect the AC adapter after all other connections are finished.

  • Page 23: Preparing For Use

    Starting/Closing DS-L4 CAUTION: Power supply for the DS-L4  When you turn off the DS-L4 power, in the login screen, LIVE menu, or VIEW menu, be sure to tap [SETTINGS], and then [SHUT DOWN].  Use only a 100 to 240 VAC (50 to 60 Hz) power supply, and to which the AC adapter is directly connected.
  • Page 24  In the DS-L4, users are managed in three levels: Supervisor, User, and Terminal User. Only Supervisors can change the settings in the [DS SETUP] and [MIC SETUP] menus.  If no user account is registered, no one can connect to the DS-L4 and retrieve images from a viewer terminal. Changing the password In the login screen, enter your ID and password, and then tap [PASSWORD CHANGE].

  • Page 25: Switching Off

    Chapter 4 Preparing for Use 4.1.2 Switching Off In the LIVE menu or VIEW menu, tap [SETTINGS]. Tap [SHUT DOWN]. The power is turned off. If a blue or black screen appears Infrequently, a blue or black screen may appear for one minute or a longer time before the power is turned off. In such a case, there is no problem with the system, and please wait a while.

  • Page 26: Setting The Display Language

    Chapter 4 Preparing for Use Setting the Display Language The minimum necessary settings for operating the DS-L4 are explained here. Note: For other initial setting items, refer to "Chapter 13 Changing Settings". 4.2.1 Setting the Display Language Tap [SETTINGS]. Tap [DS SETUP].

  • Page 27: Preparing Recording Media

    Operation assignment for capturing You can specify the location where images captured with the DS-L4 are to be saved. Check the operation assignment settings in advance to make sure that images will be saved to the desired location. For details about the settings, refer to "8.2.3 (7) Specifying the destination media and save folder".
  • Page 28 Preparing for Use Initializing recording media Before you can use a microSD card, USB memory drive, or other recording media with the DS-L4, you must initialize (format) the media by using a PC. When initializing recording media, you can specify a volume label, which is displayed in the screen for setting image save destinations, and can be used to identify the media.

  • Page 29: Using A Microsd Card

    To use a microSD card as recording media, insert it in the direct memory slot on the right side of the tablet. Inserting a microSD card Make sure that the DS-L4 power is turned off. Open the slot cover with your fingertip.

  • Page 30: Connecting Usb Memory Drives

    Note that the access lamp of a USB memory drive lights up when the drive is being accessed (storing, deleting, or reading data). While the access lamp is lit, never remove a USB memory drive or switch off the DS-L4. Doing so might result in lost data or damage to the USB drive.

  • Page 31: Using Menus

    This chapter explains how to use the menus of the DS-L4. Navigating through Screen Menus This section explains the configuration of the DS-L4 operation menus, and includes some basics on how to use them. 5.1.1 Menu Configuration and Method of Displaying Menus The configuration of the DS-L4 operation menus is illustrated below.
  • Page 32 Chapter 5 Using Menus (5) MAIN menu  [CAMERA]  [SHOT/REC]  [MEAS/DRAW]  [SCALE]  [IMAGE] (8) MIC EASY menu (microscope easy-operation screen) (9) MIC CNTRL (microscope control) menu...
  • Page 33 Operation menu composition and presentation (1) Live image If a microscope camera is connected to the DS-L4, the camera image (live image) is automatically displayed when the DS-L4 is switched on. (2) LIVE menu Frequently used buttons (including the status of live view and numeric values of photography settings) are displayed here.
  • Page 34 (11) DS SETUP menu Use this menu to set up the DS-L4. To display this menu, tap [DS SETUP] in the tab menu. From this menu, the following four screens can be displayed: [MAIN], [LAN], [SERVER], and [ACCOUNT].

  • Page 35: Using The Live Menu

    Using Menus 5.1.2 Using the LIVE Menu You can perform operations on the DS-L4 from the menu screens. Display the necessary menu screen from the LIVE or VIEW menu on the left side of the screen. Exposure mode Hides/shows the second menu column...

  • Page 36: Operating The View Menu

    Using Menus 5.1.3 Operating the VIEW Menu You can perform operations on the DS-L4 from the menu screens. Display the necessary menu screen from the LIVE or VIEW menu on the left side of the screen. Hides/shows the second menu column...

  • Page 37: Switching The Tab Of The Main Menu

    Chapter 5 Using Menus 5.1.4 Switching the Tab of the MAIN Menu When you tap [MENU] in the LIVE or VIEW menu, the MAIN menu is displayed. You can open the desired menu by tapping its tab. Shows or hides Tab menu In the LIVE menu or VIEW menu, tap [MENU].

  • Page 38: Using Operation Menu Buttons And Configuration Screens

    [WHITE BL] When you tap the [CAPTURE] button, the image displayed when the button was tapped is captured. When you tap the [FREEZE] button, the DS-L4 continues to Buttons enabling/disabling display the still image that was displayed when the button functions was tapped.
  • Page 39 Chapter 5 Using Menus Buttons displaying a submenu for setting values These buttons display a submenu that consists of buttons and sliders, allowing you to set the values of photographing conditions, image adjustments, and other items.  Example: [EXP CMP] When you tap this button, the submenu for setting a value is displayed.
  • Page 40 Chapter 5 Using Menus Buttons for entering text or values When you tap an area in which text or a value can be entered, a keypad is displayed. To enter uppercase letters, enable the [↑] button. To display the software keyboard for entering symbols and numbers, select the [&123] button.

  • Page 41: Part2 Photographing Basics Of The Ds-L4

    Capturing Images with Simple Operations Part Photographing Basics of the DS-L4 This part explains basic operations of the DS-L4 for photographing (capturing) images. This part consists of the following chapters:  Chapter 6 Capturing Images with Simple Operations  Chapter 7 Tips on Photographing...

  • Page 42: Capturing Images With Simple Operations

    "Capturing" is an operation to save the currently displayed image on to a storage media device as a still image. With the DS-L4, you can capture the live image viewed through a microscope camera or the recorded image displayed in playback mode. You can also add annotations or measurements to the live image or playback image that you capture.

  • Page 43: Setting The White Balance

    White balance is the process of correcting color bias due to light source variations, and adjusting white color so that whiteness of objects appears correctly in the photograph. With the DS-L4, you can set the white balance manually when a color camera is connected.
  • Page 44 You may want to adjust the contrast or hue accordingly for the photographed subject, or use your own desired settings. The DS-L4 provides a choice of scene modes, each comprising of a set of photographing parameters, allowing for appropriate adjustment for a given subject.

  • Page 45: Checking The Subject Conditions Of A Live Image

    When the subject cannot be enlarged on the screen due to magnification limitations of the optical device or the subject itself, you can and closes the enlarge the image using the electronic zoom of the DS-L4. submenu. You can perform the following operations when using the Sets the electronic zoom: magnification.
  • Page 46 Chapter 6 Capturing Images with Simple Operations Using electronic zoom  Electronic zoom is a function to enlarge a section of an image. Note that, image quality decreases with larger magnification.  Electronic zoom can only magnify images. It cannot reduce the display size. ...

  • Page 47: Exposure Compensation

    Exposure compensation is a function that allows you to make the entire screen brighter or darker than the exposure automatically determined by the DS-L4. You can perform exposure compensation if the DS-L4 is in an automatic exposure mode (program AE or focus-priority AE mode).
  • Page 48 Chapter 6 Capturing Images with Simple Operations How to read the level meter The level meter is displayed in the following screens: Very high  [CAMERA MENU: CAMERA]  [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC]  [CAMERA MENU: IMAGE] Slightly high The [LEVEL] meter shows the exposure condition. Correct The meter consists of 12 elements: four in the green zone Slightly low...

  • Page 49: Re-Capturing Displayed Images

    Do not remove the storage media device while an image is being saved. If you do so, the image might not be stored correctly. Alternatively, the DS-L4 or the storage media device might be damaged. While saving is in progress, the icon indicating the wait state appears.

  • Page 50: Capturing A Live Image

    Image mode and image file size to be saved The DS-L4 constantly receives data of the live image from the camera. Sequence of capture operation depends on the settings for the image mode (which affects resolution of the live image) and for the size of image file to be saved.

  • Page 51: Freezing And Capturing An Image

    In the LIVE menu, tap [FREEZE]. The [FREEZE] button is framed in yellow, and the [OFF] icon disappears. When you tap [FREEZE] again, the DS-L4 stops displaying a still image, and redisplays the live image. To save the still image that is displayed, tap [CAPTURE].

  • Page 52: Tips On Photographing

    (or swipe the screen) to switch the screen. In the [INFO: HISTOGRAM] window, the distribution of Average for each brightness of the displayed image (as calculated by the DS-L4) color of is displayed as a histogram. The histogram indicates distribution of brightness for each RGB color, allowing for fine adjustment of the exposure level.

  • Page 53: Checking The Camera Status

    Chapter 7 Tips on Photographing 7.1.2 Checking the Camera Status If the [INFO: HISTOGRAM] or [INFO: MICROSCOPE] window is displayed, tap the  or  button (or swipe the screen) to switch the window to [INFO: CAMERA]. The [INFO: CAMERA] window displays the camera information, with which you can check the current status of the camera.

  • Page 54: Checking The Microscope Status

    Information displayed in the [INFO: MICROSCOPE] window  The information displayed in the [INFO: MICROSCOPE] window varies depending on the connected microscope.  If a Nikon microscope is not connected to the DS-L4, the [INFO: MICROSCOPE] window is not displayed.

  • Page 55: Setting The Environment For Microscope Photographing

    Chapter 7 Tips on Photographing Setting the Environment for Microscope Photographing If you connect a camera to the microscope, set up the environment for microscope photographing as described below. 7.2.1 Setting up the Ambient Environment Adjusting the ambient brightness When you photograph a dark specimen by using a fluorescent microscope, room illumination might enter the optical path of the microscope.
  • Page 56 Chapter 7 Tips on Photographing Setting the field diaphragm Adjust the field diaphragm so that it circumscribes the viewfield. The field diaphragm has a significant impact on contrast, especially for fluorescent specimens against dark backgrounds. Note: For details on how to adjust the field diaphragm, refer to the manual of your microscope. Setting the aperture diaphragm Adjust the aperture diaphragm in the following way according to the lighting.
  • Page 57 ND filter. If the DS-L4 is set for automatic exposure, the camera gain and the exposure time are automatically changed to obtain an appropriate exposure. Consequently, insufficient light increases camera gain, resulting in coarser images and longer exposure time, which makes focusing difficult.

  • Page 58: Calculating The Display Magnification For Microscopic Observation

    Height of effective area for image pickup device *1: The dot pitch of the LCD panel of the DS-L4 is 0.1128 mm/pixel. In normal cases (if no external display is connected), the number of vertical pixels is 1,180. Therefore, the height of the display area is 0.1128 x 1,180 = 133.1 mm. If an external display is connected, the number of vertical pixels is 1,060.

  • Page 59: Part3 Photographing And Replaying Images

    Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Part Photographing and Replaying Images This part explains how to configure various settings to observe and capture images with desired conditions, how to replay the captured images on the display panel, and how to delete them. This part consists of the following chapters: ...

  • Page 60: Capturing Images With Advanced Setting Menu

    The selected scene mode is saved when the power is turned off, and restored the next time the power is turned on. However, if the DS-L4 is set to enable the custom setting at the time of startup, selection of the custom setting takes precedence.
  • Page 61 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Changing the scene mode setting  Even if a scene mode is selected, you can change the photographing conditions, such as the exposure mode, exposure compensation, camera gain, and exposure time. However, those changes cannot be saved to a scene mode.
  • Page 62  For how to register custom settings, refer to "8.2.2 (2) Registering custom settings".  You can configure the DS-L4 to start up with the desired custom setting selected, when the power is turned on. For how to set this function, refer to "13.2.1 (1) Calling a custom setting at startup".

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Exposure

    Using the AE lock ([P] or [F] mode) Automatic release of the AE lock The AE lock is released when the DS-L4 is turned off. The AE lock is also released when the exposure mode is changed in the [CAMERA MENU] screen.
  • Page 64 In manual exposure mode, you can set any exposure time (shutter speed). How to adjust the exposure In the DS-L4, the exposure is determined by the combination of exposure time and camera gain. In the LIVE menu, make sure that the exposure mode is [M] (manual).
  • Page 65 However, higher sensitivity is likely to cause more noises in the image. How to adjust the exposure In the DS-L4, the exposure is determined by the combination of exposure time and camera gain. In the LIVE menu, make sure that the exposure mode is [M] (manual).

  • Page 66: Capturing Displayed Images

    Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu 8.1.3 Capturing Displayed Images Performing consecutive capture with the interval timer If the shot mode is set to [CONT.] (continuous shot), you can capture multiple images sequentially (based on the interval timer) by simply tapping the [CAPTURE] button in the LIVE menu.
  • Page 67 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Restrictions on consecutive capture When consecutive capture is in progress, you cannot replay any images or record motion images. You cannot use the [DS SETUP] and [MIC SETUP] menus, either. Re-capturing a replayed image While a captured image is displayed (replayed), you can re-capture it by tapping [CAPTURE] in the LIVE menu.
  • Page 68 Capturing images from a viewer terminal over a network If the DS-L4 is connected to a network, you can operate the DS-L4 from a viewer terminal to capture images over the network. To operate the DS-L4 from an external information terminal, the viewer application (DS-L4 Viewer) must be installed on the terminal.

  • Page 69: Setting Detailed Photographing Conditions

    Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Setting Detailed Photographing Conditions [CAMERA MENU] includes the [CAMERA], [SHOT/REC], and [IMAGE] setting screens allowing you to configure various settings for viewing and capturing images. This section explains setting items of each screen in detail. Common setting items in [CAMERA MENU] For details on the level meter and focus indicator, refer to "6.3 Checking the Subject Conditions of a Live Image"...
  • Page 70 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Switching the image mode (operation mode of the image pickup device) You can set the operation mode of the image pickup device for capturing images. Display the [CAMERA MENU: CAMERA] screen. Tap [IMG MODE].
  • Page 71 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Changing the exposure mode The DS-L4 provides three exposure modes: the program AE mode, manual mode, and focus-priority AE mode. You can switch the mode as required. All scene modes use the program AE mode.
  • Page 72 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Switching the metering mode Select the mode to measure the brightness of the subject (the metering mode). Note: Normally, use the average metering mode. Use the peak-hold metering mode when you observe a bright region of a subject that has regions whose luminance differ largely.
  • Page 73 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Switching the metering area Select the size of the metering area, in which brightness of the subject is measured. If necessary, move the metering area to any position on the screen. Display the [CAMERA MENU: CAMERA] screen.
  • Page 74 The frame display status (shown/hidden) is not saved. The frame of the metering area is hidden initially when the power is turned on.  Displaying a playback image If you place the DS-L4 in VIEW mode, the frame disappears. When you change the mode back to LIVE, the frame re-appears.
  • Page 75 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Customizing the metering area In the DS-L4, you can customize the metering area. You can set a metering area of any size at any position. You can also move it to the center directly.
  • Page 76 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu How to use the function buttons There are three function buttons ([FUNC1] to [FUNC3]) in the center of the [CAMERA MENU] screen. You can assign favorite functions to these buttons. [FUNC1] to [FUNC3] Function buttons How to assign functions...

  • Page 77: Setting Items Of The [Camera Menu: Image] Screen

    Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu 8.2.2 Setting Items of the [CAMERA MENU: IMAGE] Screen There are the following setting items on the [CAMERA MENU: IMAGE] screen: [RB ADJ] button Adjusts the hue of the image by the intensity of R (red) and B (blue).
  • Page 78 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Adjusting the image The [CAMERA MENU: IMAGE] screen allows you to adjust the brightness, hue, contrast, and other details of the image. Display the [CAMERA MENU: IMAGE] screen. This screen provides the settings you can select to adjust the image.
  • Page 79 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu  [CONTRAST] Select a tone curve for adjusting the contrast of the image from the following preset options (initial value: STANDARD). Select a setting that is appropriate for observing the subject. Option Description Use this option when you need a gradation covering from the...
  • Page 80  For how to recall a custom setting, refer to "8.1.1 (2) Using a custom setting".  You can configure the DS-L4 to start up with the desired custom setting selected, when the power is turned on. For how to set this function, refer to "13.2.1 (1) Calling a custom setting at startup".
  • Page 81 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Photographing conditions registered as custom settings  Image mode (FULL or FAST)  Exposure mode (program AE, manual, or focus-priority AE)  Exposure time setting value  Camera gain setting value ...
  • Page 82 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Initializing the photographing conditions You can reset the photographing conditions configured in [CAMERA MENU] to the initial values with a simple operation. To do this: Display the [CAMERA MENU: IMAGE] screen. Tap [CLR SET].

  • Page 83: Setting Items Of The [Camera Menu: Shot/Rec] Screen

    Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu 8.2.3 Setting items of the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] Screen There are the following setting items on the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen: [STILL IMAGE SETTING] button [MOTION IMAGE SETTING] button [FILENAME] button [REC DRIVE] button Specifies the drive (recording media) and folder to which images are saved.
  • Page 84 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Photographing mode buttons If [AUTO STOP] is selected, photographing ends when a specified time elapses. If [ITVL REC] is selected, images are captured for a specified time at a specified interval. REC TIME Set the photographing time if [AUTO STOP] or [ITVL REC] is set.
  • Page 85 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Setting the shot mode (still image) You can select [SINGLE] (captures a single image at one time) or [CONT.] (captures sequential images using the interval timer) as the shot mode. To do this: Display the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen.
  • Page 86 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Using the screen capture mode (still image) The screen capture mode allows you to save the currently displayed image in a size of 1770 x 1180 pixels. The [IMG MODE] and [IMAGE SIZE] settings are not applied. Display the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen.
  • Page 87 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Selecting the image size (still image) You can specify the size of the image to be saved. Display the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen. Tap [STILL IMAGE SETTING]. Select the size of the image. Tap [OK].
  • Page 88 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu File type options File type Description FINE Images are saved in JPEG format with a compression ratio of about 4:1. NORM Images are saved in JPEG format with a compression ratio of about 8:1. BASIC Images are saved in JPEG format with a compression ratio of about 16:1.
  • Page 89 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Selecting the frame size (motion image) Select the motion-image frame size. Display the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen. Tap [MOTION IMAGE SETTING]. Select the frame size. Tap [OK]. Selecting the image size...
  • Page 90 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Specifying the destination media and save folder Before you can capture images, you must specify the drive (recording media device) and folder to which the captured images will be saved. The folder specified as the save destination is called the "save folder". Display the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen.
  • Page 91 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Saving a log comment to Exif information With the DS-L4, you can save a log comment to the Exif information of each image you capture. Display the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen. Tap [LOG SET].
  • Page 92 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Checking/temporarily specifying the file name to be assigned The file name to be assigned according to the selected file naming format is displayed in the file name display area in the center of the [CAMERA MENU: CAMERA] screen and the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen.
  • Page 93 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu Temporarily specifying the file name to be assigned You can specify any file name that is to be assigned to the next captured image. For consecutive capture of still images or interval recording of motion images, the temporarily specified file name is assigned to the first file only.
  • Page 94 Chapter 8 Capturing Images with the Advanced Setting Menu (10) Selecting the image file naming format Display the [CAMERA MENU: SHOT/REC] screen. Tap [FILENAME]. Select [DATE&TIME] or [CONT. No.]. Tap [OK]. Prefix of sequence numbers Selecting the image file naming format Option Description The file name is composed of the date and time that the image is captured: month, day, minute, and seconds (two...

  • Page 95: Playing Back And Deleting Images

     in the center of the screen. To close the playback image, tap [X] in the top right corner of the screen. The DS-L4 re-enters the LIVE mode. Playing back an image file During playback of a motion image, the motion image PLAY playback menu is displayed.
  • Page 96 Chapter 9 Replaying and Deleting Images Selecting an image to be replayed from the thumbnail list The image to be replayed can be selected from the thumbnail list. Tap [THUMBNAIL]. Select a thumbnail and tap [FULL FRAME]. Alternatively, double-tap a thumbnail. Closes the thumbnail list.
  • Page 97 Chapter 9 Replaying and Deleting Images Switching the playback folder Tap [SOURCE]. Select the drive and folder where the images to be replayed exist. Tapping [SOURCE] displays the [SOURCE] submenu. Confirm the name of the selected folder. Selecting a drive (recording media): Select one of the drive icons displayed at the top of the submenu.

  • Page 98: Deleting Images

     If you connect recording media to a PC, you can set each image as read-only on the PC. Read-only images cannot be deleted by using any operations of the DS-L4. If you attempt to delete such images, a warning message appears.
  • Page 99 Chapter 9 Replaying and Deleting Images Using the thumbnail list You can use the thumbnail list to select the images to be deleted. To do this: In the thumbnail list, select the thumbnails of the images that you want to delete. Selected thumbnails are indicated accordingly.
  • Page 100 Chapter 9 Replaying and Deleting Images...

  • Page 101: Part 4 Scale, Annotation, And Measurement Functions

    Scale, Annotation, and Measurement Functions This part describes how to perform operations when using the scale function, annotation function, and measurement function of the DS-L4. This part consists of the following chapters:  Chapter 10 Preparation for Using the Scale, Annotation, and Measurement Functions ...

  • Page 102: Preparation For Using The Scale, Annotation, And Measurement Functions

    Before you use annotation and measurement functions to measure an object, be sure to check the calibration setting. The DS-L4 provides two calibration modes: OPTICAL and MANUAL. Select one of these calibration modes. - Normally, select OPTICAL. In this case, the measurement scale calculated from the magnification of the optical device is applied.
  • Page 103 Chapter 10 Preparation for Using the Annotation Function and Measurement Function When the scales, annotations, and measurement results are cleared The displayed scales, annotations, and measurement results are automatically cleared (erased) in the following cases:  When the live image is flipped When a live image is flipped ([SETTINGS] >...

  • Page 104: Specifying The Basic Settings Of The Annotation And Measurement Functions

    Chapter 10 Preparation for Using the Annotation Function and Measurement Function 10.1.2 Specifying the Basic Settings of the Annotation and Measurement Functions You can specify the following settings with the [TOOL SET] screen.  [CALIB SET] button Tap this button to specify the calibration setting that is used [RELAY LENS] for the basis of the scales to be displayed and the lengths to button...
  • Page 105 Chapter 10 Preparation for Using the Annotation Function and Measurement Function  [CSV DATA] checkbox Select whether to save measurement results (and the number of markers for each color) in a CSV file. If you select the checkbox, the measurement results are automatically saved to a CSV file when an image is saved. The file will have the same name as the image and an extension of ".csv".

  • Page 106: Unit And Calibration Settings

    Chapter 10 Preparation for Using the Annotation Function and Measurement Function 10.1.3 Unit and Calibration Settings Before you display scales and measurement results on the screen, it is important to specify the proper unit and calibration settings, which are used as the basis for the displayed information. About the unit and calibration settings The unit and calibration settings are applied to both scales and measurement results.
  • Page 107 You can use the [CALIBRATION SETTING] screen to register local calibration settings (calibration settings that are locally saved in the DS-L4) as the basis for displayed scales and measured lengths. Local calibration can be set in OPTICAL or MANUAL mode. You can register a maximum of 14 local calibration settings (from M1 to M14).
  • Page 108 Chapter 10 Preparation for Using the Annotation Function and Measurement Function Tap [EDIT], and then enter a comment. The entered comment is displayed in the comment display area. Tap [SAVE] to register the calibration setting. Setting cannot be saved unless a value is entered correctly. Tap [X] to close the [CALIBRATION SETTING] screen.
  • Page 109 DS-L4 behaves as follows.  If the microscope is connected to the DS-L4 using a USB cable, the calibration value is initialized with the information of the objective that has been registered in the microscope ([MIC CALIB]). For details on registering the information about the objectives with the motorized microscope, refer to the documentation for the microscope or its setup tool.
  • Page 110 When you turn on the microscope after replacing the calibration data, a message “The calibration data has been changed. Reset to the MIC CALIB?” appears on the DS-L4. To use the microscope's objective data, select [Yes]. To use the local calibration settings saved in the DS-L4, select [No].
  • Page 111 AZ100M. Do not enter the magnification of the coaxial illuminator.  If the SMZ1270i or SMZ18 microscope is connected, depending on the position of the zoom knob, the DS-L4 may not be able to detect the zoom magnification correctly. As a result, the displayed measurement value may vary constantly.
  • Page 112 Setting the magnification of the intermediate magnification lens If the microscope is connected to the DS-L4 without using a USB cable, you can set the magnification of the zoom/intermediate magnification lens. The magnification set here is applied only in OPTICAL calibration mode when the microscope is connected to the DS-L4 without using a USB cable.

  • Page 113: Overlay

    Chapter 10 Preparation for Using the Annotation Function and Measurement Function 10.1.4 Overlay Annotations and measurement results are drawn on a layer called an "overlay". Overview of the overlay You can think of the overlay as a transparent sheet covered over a captured image. Annotations (text, straight lines, arrows, free-hand lines, and markers) and measurement results are rendered on the overlay.
  • Page 114 Chapter 10 Preparation for Using the Annotation Function and Measurement Function Using the overlay Showing/hiding the overlay You can use the [OVERLAY] button in the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] or [TOOL MENU: SCALE] screen to show or hide the overlay. Display the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] or [TOOL MENU: SCALE] screen.

  • Page 115: Adding Scales And Annotations To Images

    Chapter Adding scales and annotations to images Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image Adding scales and annotations to images — TOOL MENU — To display a scale, use [TOOL MENU: SCALE]. To add annotations, use [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW]. Mouse To perform fine operations, use a commercially available USB or Bluetooth mouse.

  • Page 116: Displaying The [Scale] Menu

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.2 Displaying the [SCALE] Menu Tap [MENU], and then tap the [SCALE] tab in the tab menu. Displaying the tab menu If the tab menu is not displayed, tap the <> button in a menu screen. Items displayed in [TOOL MENU: SCALE] The following shows the items displayed in [TOOL MENU: SCALE].

  • Page 117: Changing The Settings Of The Scale And Measurement Functions

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.3 Changing the Settings of the Scale and Measurement Functions You can specify the settings of the scale and measurement functions by tapping [TOOL SET] in the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] or [TOOL MENU: SCALE] screen. Display the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] or [TOOL MENU: SCALE] screen.

  • Page 118: Using Scales

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.4 Using Scales You can measure the dimensions of an object by displaying crossed scales, a scale bar, cross-hairs (with concentric circles), or a grid on the screen. You can also display a pair of bars in the X and Y directions. When adding scales to the live image When you add a scale to a live image, depending on the status of the subject, you may fail to position the scale at the appropriate location.

  • Page 119: Performing Xy Measurement

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.4.1 Performing XY Measurement In XY measurement, a pair of vertical bars and a pair of horizontal bars displayed on the screen are used to measure the length between each pair of bars. You can measure the lengths in the X and Y directions at the same time. To do this: Display the [TOOL MENU: SCALE] screen.

  • Page 120: Displaying Crossed Scales

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.4.2 Displaying crossed scales You can display crossed scales (X and Y scales) on the screen. The crossed scales can be used to measure an approximate size of an object. X- and Y-scale movements are independent, and can be precisely positioned on an object.

  • Page 121: Displaying The Scale Bar

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.4.3 Displaying the Scale Bar The following describes how to display the scale bar. With the scale bar, you can obtain an approximate size of a subject. To do this: Display the [TOOL MENU: SCALE] screen. Select [SCALE BAR].

  • Page 122: Displaying Cross-Hairs (With Circles)

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.4.4 Displaying Cross-Hairs (with Concentric Circles) Cross-hairs with concentric circles can be displayed on the screen. You can use the cross-hairs to make sure that an object is centered, or placed at the correct direction vertically and horizontally.

  • Page 123: Specifying The Cross-Hairs Settings

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.4.5 Specifying the Cross-Hairs Settings Use the [X HAIRS SET] screen of [TOOL MENU: SCALE] to specify the cross-hairs settings. With this screen, you can specify the following settings.  Concentric circle settings area Use the items in this area to specify the settings of concentric circles displayed with cross-hairs.

  • Page 124: Displaying A Grid On The Screen

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.4.6 Displaying a Grid on the Screen A grid (grid lines) can be displayed on the screen. The spacing of grid lines can be changed as desired, for example, to place an object in the correct position and orientation.

  • Page 125: Specifying The Grid Line Settings

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.4.7 Specifying the Grid Line Settings Use the [GRID SET] menu of the [TOOL MENU: SCALE] screen to specify the grid (grid lines) settings. Grid can be set in a horizontal range of 30 to 890 pixels, and a vertical range of 30 to 600 pixels. ...

  • Page 126: Adding Annotations To Images

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.5 Adding Annotations to Images You can add lines, comments, and other annotations to images. For live images When adding an annotation to an object in a live image, you may fail to add it at the desired position, depending on the status of the object.

  • Page 127: Adding A Text Annotation

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.5.1 Adding a Text Annotation You can add a text annotation at any position on the screen. Display [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW]. Tap [TEXT]. On the screen, specify the position at which you want to add a text annotation.

  • Page 128: Drawing Straight Lines And Arrows

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.5.2 Drawing Straight Lines and Arrows By specifying two points on the screen, you can draw a straight line or arrow between the two points. Display [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW]. Tap [LINE] or [ARROW]. On the screen, draw a straight line or arrow by dragging the mouse pointer from the starting point to the end point.

  • Page 129: Drawing Free-Hand Lines

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.5.3 Drawing Free-hand Lines You can draw a free-hand line on the screen. To do this: Display [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW]. Tap [PEN]. Drag the mouse pointer to draw a line. To use a drag or swipe operation to move an image, tap [DRAW MODE] to enter MOVE mode.

  • Page 130: Using Markers To Number Points

    Chapter 11 Adding Lines and Annotations to an Image 11.5.4 Using Markers to Number Points You can add numbered markers at any points on the screen to count the number of points. Markers are sequentially numbered for each color. You can use a maximum of six colors. If some numbered markers of the same color are deleted, the remaining markers are renumbered.

  • Page 131: On-Screen Measurement

    Chapter On-Screen Measurement Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement On-Screen Measurement — TOOL MENU — Use the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] screen to perform measurement operations. This chapter describes the operations that can be performed by using the measurement function. Mouse To perform fine operations, use a commercially available USB or Bluetooth mouse. Measurement and operability Operability of the measurement and annotation functions is degraded if the number of times measurement is performed exceeds 50.

  • Page 132: On-Screen Measurement

    Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement 12.2 On-Screen Measurement With on-screen measurement, you can measure, for example, a length, angle, circle diameter, and the area of a polygon in an image. Calibration setting  Before starting the measurement, make sure that you have selected the correct calibration setting. If you change the calibration setting during measurement, the measurement results are updated based on the new calibration setting.

  • Page 133: Measuring The Length Between Two Points

    Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement 12.2.1 Measuring the Length Between Two Points You can measure the length between two points specified on an image. Display the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] screen. Tap [2 POINTS]. On the screen, specify two arbitrary points (A and B in the figure), and check the length between the two points.

  • Page 134: Measuring The Length Of A Perpendicular Line

    Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement 12.2.2 Measuring the Length of a Perpendicular Line You can measure the length of a line that is perpendicular to a base line drawn between two points that you specify on the screen. Display the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] screen. Tap [PERPEND].

  • Page 135: Measuring An Angle

    Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement 12.2.3 Measuring an Angle You can measure an angle between two straight lines drawn on the screen. To do this: Display the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] screen. Tap [ANGLE]. Specify two arbitrary points (A and B in the figure) on the screen so that the first line is drawn.

  • Page 136: Measuring The Diameter Of A Circle

    Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement Measuring the Diameter of a Circle 12.2.4 You can measure the diameter of a circle that you draw on the screen. To do this: Display the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] screen. Tap [CIRCLE]. On the screen, specify three points (A, B, and C in the figure) to draw a circle determined by those points.

  • Page 137: Measuring The Area Of A Polygon

    Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement 12.2.5 Measuring the Area of a Polygon You can measure the area of a polygon drawn on the screen. To do this: Display the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] screen. Tap [AREA]. On the screen, specify points as the vertexes of a polygon.

  • Page 138: Measuring The Length Between The Centers Of Two Circles

    Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement 12.2.6 Measuring the Length Between the Centers of Two Circles You can measure the length between the centers of two circles drawn on the screen. To do this: Display the [TOOL MENU: MEAS/DRAW] screen. Tap [2 CIRCLES]. On the screen, specify three points (A, B, and C in the figure) to draw a circle (as the first circle) determined by those points.

  • Page 139: Measuring A Pitch

    Chapter 12 On-Screen Measurement 12.2.7 Measuring a Pitch First, specify two points to draw a base line between them. Then, specify each point to which you want to measure the length from the base line. For the points except the first one, the point pitch (length from the previous point on the base line) is displayed.

  • Page 140: Operations That Can Be Performed For Measurement Results

    Automatic export of a CSV file You can set the DS-L4 to export measurement results to a CSV file automatically when you capture an image. For details, refer to "10.1.2 Specifying the Basic Settings of the Annotation and Measurement Functions". When [SCREEN CAP MODE] is turned on for the still image setting, image data is not saved to a CSV file.

  • Page 141: Part 5 Changing Settings

    Chapter 13 Changing Settings Part Changing Settings This part describes how to change the initial settings of the DS-L4 by using the [DS SETUP] menu. This part consists of the following chapters:  Chapter 13 Changing Settings...

  • Page 142: Changing Settings

    The following table describes the screens of the [DS SETUP] menu. Item Description MAIN Use this screen to specify the basic settings of the DS-L4. You can specify the custom setting to be applied at startup, menu-related settings, display 13.2 settings, function button settings, capture settings, and other settings.
  • Page 143 Chapter 13 Changing Settings Saving and initializing the settings In the [MAIN] screen, you can save the settings by tapping [SAVE] or initialize the settings by tapping [DEFAULT]. In the [ACCOUNT: USER MANAGEMENT] screen, you can save the settings by tapping [SAVE]. ...

  • Page 144: Specifying The Basic Settings

    MOUSE] area You can assign the capture [Start the Windows] area function to the center or right You can terminate the DS-L4 application mouse button. and display the Windows login window. By logging in as a Windows administrator, you can, for example, set the date and time,...

  • Page 145: Specifying The Menu-Related Settings

    The menu settings that can be specified ([SETTINGS] > [DS SETUP] > [MAIN] > [MENU SETTING]) are described below. Calling a custom setting at startup A desired custom setting can be automatically called when the DS-L4 is turned on. To do this: Display the [MAIN] screen.
  • Page 146 If a USB or Bluetooth keyboard is connected, selection of the display language affects the keyboard layout. If English is selected, the DS-L4 recognizes that a US keyboard is connected. If Japanese is selected, the DS-L4 recognizes that a Japanese (JIS-compliant) keyboard is connected. The positions of some keys on the English and Japanese keyboards are different.
  • Page 147 Chapter 13 Changing Settings Changing the preset type of scene modes The scene modes available to the user can be changed by selecting the type of scenes ([IND], [BIO], or [OTHERS]) according to the object to be observed. You can preset selection of the scene type. To do this: Display the [MAIN] screen.
  • Page 148 [BF] as the scene mode. Before selecting [LED] If [LED (BIO MIC)] is selected, the DS-L4 settings are optimized for the eco-illumination system, the high-intensity LED used for Nikon ECLIPSE Ci-E/Ci-L, E100, E200, and other microscope models. For details on the supported models, contact your nearest Nikon representative.

  • Page 149: Specifying The Display Settings

    Chapter 13 Changing Settings 13.2.2 Specifying the Display Settings — [DISPLAY SETTING] area — The display settings that can be specified ([SETTINGS] > [DS SETUP] > [MAIN] > [DISPLAY SETTING]) are described below. Specifying the display backlight setting You can set the brightness of the display backlight. To do this: Display the [MAIN] screen.
  • Page 150 Chapter 13 Changing Settings Flipping the image You can flip or invert the live image. If necessary, flip or invert the image according to the position or condition of the camera. Display the [MAIN] screen. In the [DISPLAY SETTING] area, tap [MIRROR]. Tap one of the displayed option buttons to select the mode in which you want to display the live image.

  • Page 151: Assigning The Capture Function To The Center/Right Mouse Button

    Chapter 13 Changing Settings 13.2.3 Assigning the Capture Function to the Center/Right Mouse Button — [CAPTURE USING THE MOUSE] area — You can assign the Capture function to a mouse button ([SETTINGS] > [DS SETUP] > [MAIN] > [CAPTURE USING THE MOUSE]).

  • Page 152: Setting The Function Buttons

    Chapter 13 Changing Settings 13.2.4 Setting the Function Buttons — [FUNCTION SETTING] area — The function settings that can be specified ([SETTINGS] > [DS SETUP] > [MAIN] > [FUNCTION SETTING]) are described below. Item Option [OFF] (No function is assigned.) [EZ-CENTER] (centers the enlarged image), [EZ-1x], [NOSEPIECE], [AE LOCK], [CAM GAIN], [SCENE/CSM], [FREEZE] [IMG MODE], [EXP MODE], [MTR MODE], [MTR AREA], [CUSTOMIZE] (metering area),...

  • Page 153: Specifying Other Functions

    Logging in to Windows Again — [Start the Windows] area — By tapping the [Start the Windows] button, you can start Windows as an administrator to use DS-L4 Administration Tool. With DS-L4 Administration Tool, you can specify several settings and update applications.

  • Page 154: Viewing The Network Settings

    When you select [LAN] in the [DS SETUP] menu, the [LAN: NETWORK] screen appears. You can only view settings in this screen. To change the settings, use DS-L4 Administration Tool. For details on the settings in SoftAP mode, refer to "13.6.4 Specifying the SoftAP Settings".

  • Page 155: Setting Network Drives

    Chapter 13 Changing Settings 13.4 Setting Network Drives — [SERVER: NETWORK DRIVE LIST] screen — When you select [SERVER] in the [DS SETUP] menu, the [SERVER: NETWORK DRIVE LIST] screen appears. Set the servers (network drives) on which images can be saved. Note that to set a network drive, you must have the information shown below.

  • Page 156: Managing Users

    When you select [ACCOUNT] in the [DS SETUP] menu, the [ACCOUNT: USER MANAGEMENT] screen appears. The [ACCOUNT: USER MANAGEMENT] screen can be used to manage users who can use the DS-L4, and users who can access the DS-L4 from viewer terminals.
  • Page 157 The password you set here is a temporary password. A temporary password can consist of 1 to 16 alphanumeric characters. When a supervisor or user logs in to the DS-L4 for the first time, the DS-L4 asks you to change the temporary password to the formal password.

  • Page 158: Using Ds-L4 Administration Tool

    Changing Settings 13.6 Using DS-L4 Administration Tool You can use DS-L4 Administration Tool to perform the operations listed below. To use DS-L4 Administration Tool, you need to start Windows on the DS-L4.  Setting the date and time of the DS-L4 ...
  • Page 159 Chapter 13 Changing Settings On the desktop, double-click the DS-L4 Administration Tool icon. The DS-L4 Administration Tool main window appears. DS-L4 Administration Tool icon DS-L4 Administration Tool main window...
  • Page 160 However, this is not due to a failure. Wait for a while. If using SoftAP mode To use the SoftAP function, log out, and then re-execute the DS-L4 application. (1) Click the Windows button in the bottom left of the task bar to display the Start screen.

  • Page 161: Setting The Date And Time

    Chapter 13 Changing Settings 13.6.1 Setting the Date and Time In DS-L4 Administration Tool, click [Time & Date]. Click [Change date and time], and then set the date and time. Click [Change time zone], and then set the time zone.

  • Page 162: Specifying Wireless Lan Settings

    Chapter 13 Changing Settings Specifying Wireless LAN Settings 13.6.3 Swipe from the right end to the center of the screen to display the charms bar as shown in the figure on the right. Then, click [Settings]. [Settings] Click the wireless LAN antenna icon. Wireless LAN icon Make sure that [Flight mode] is disabled and [Wi-Fi] is enabled.
  • Page 163 Chapter 13 Changing Settings Select [Connect automatically], and then click [Connect]. If you are prompted to enter a security key, enter the security key for the selected access point, and then click [Next]. If the access point supports WPS or AOSS If the device to be used as an access point supports WPS or AOSS, you can omit the security key.

  • Page 164: Specifying The Softap Settings

    Specifying the SoftAP Settings The DS-L4 provides SoftAP mode, which allows the DS-L4 to be used as a Wi-Fi access point. With this mode, you can connect a viewer terminal to the DS-L4 in an environment where no wireless LAN access point exists and use DS-L4 Viewer.
  • Page 165 After the above procedure is completed, you can use DS-L4 Viewer on a viewer terminal to capture live images from the DS-L4. Note on using SoftAP mode In SoftAP mode, you cannot save images from the DS-L4 to network drives.

  • Page 166: Setup (Pairing) Of Bluetooth Devices

    Changing Settings 13.6.5 Setup (pairing) of Bluetooth devices A Bluetooth mouse and keyboard can be used with the DS-L4. Setup (pairing) is required before using a Bluetooth mouse and keyboard. Bluetooth devices that can be used  The DS-L4 supports only mouses and keyboards as Bluetooth devices. Pairing of other devices is not guaranteed.

  • Page 167: Disabling All Wireless Communications

    Changing Settings 13.6.6 Disabling All Wireless Communications For the DS-L4 not to emit electric waves, place it in Flight mode. In Flight mode, wireless LAN connections and Bluetooth devices are unavailable. Start Windows, and log in as an administrator. For details on how to start, and log in to, Windows, refer to Logging in to Windows Again".
  • Page 168 Chapter 13 Changing Settings...

  • Page 169: Part6 Other Information

    Chapter 14 About Microscope Digital Cameras Part Other Information This part provides various kinds of information required to operate the DS-L4. This part consists of the following chapters:  Chapter 14 About Microscope Digital Cameras  Chapter 15 Connecting to a Network (LAN) ...

  • Page 170: About Microscope Digital Cameras

    About Microscope Digital Cameras Chapter 14 About Microscope Digital Cameras About Microscope Digital Cameras The following models of microscope cameras can be connected to the DS-L4. Some menus vary depending on the camera to be used. 14.1 DS-Fi3 The DS-Fi3 is a color camera that has a 1/1.8-inch image pickup device of 5.9 megapixels.
  • Page 171 DICOM 2014a format To output images in DICOM 2014a format, you must modify the parameter file that is used by the DS-L4 application. For details, contact your nearest Nikon representative. After you modify the parameter file settings, you will be able to output images as microscopic or photographic images.
  • Page 172  Image size: The image sizes that can be selected are displayed as buttons. Image size settings Live Image Image Mode (Motion images cannot be recorded when the DS-L4 freezes and during consecutive capture.) 1440 x 1024 FULL 720 x 512...

  • Page 173: Connecting To A Network (Lan)

    Connecting to a Network (LAN) Connecting to a Network (LAN) If you connect the DS-L4 to a network (LAN: Local Area Network), the following operations are available via the network. Saving images to, and viewing images on, a network drive ...

  • Page 174: Items To Check

     User registration and file sharing setup have been completed on the server side. OSs and models of viewer terminals The OSs and models of viewer terminals that can be used to obtain images from the DS-L4 via a wired or wireless LAN connection are as follows: ...

  • Page 175: Connecting To Lan Via A Network Hub

    Connecting to a viewer terminal directly without using a LAN connection IP address settings If you connect the DS-L4 to a network drive or viewer terminal using a crossover cable, use a static IP address for either. Use DS-L4 Administration Tool to specify the settings. For details, refer to "13.6.2 Specifying the Network Settings".

  • Page 176: Connecting The Ds-L4 To A Lan Via A Wireless Access Point

    Connect a network drive using wired LAN To save images to a network drive, be sure to connect the network drive and the DS-L4 via wired LAN. The following explains how to connect the DS-L4 to your network (LAN) via an access point.

  • Page 177: Connecting To A Viewer Terminal With A Wireless Connection Without Using An Access Point

    If there are no wireless LAN access points nearby, the DS-L4 itself can work as an access point, and you can work with the DS-L4 from DS-L4 Viewer installed on the viewer terminal connected to the DS-L4 (SoftAP function).

  • Page 178: Specifying The File Sharing Settings On The External Information Terminal Side

    Specifying the file sharing settings on the external information terminal side To save images from the DS-L4 to an external information terminal, the file sharing settings must be specified on that terminal. The DS-L4 treats a shared folder as a network drive.
  • Page 179 Chapter 15 Connecting to a Network (LAN) In Mac OS X Enabling the file sharing function In the [System Preferences] window, click [Sharing]. Select the [File Sharing] checkbox. Closes the window. Adding a user In the [System Preferences] window, click [Accounts]. In the [Accounts] window, click the [+] (add) button, and then set the user ID and password.

  • Page 180: Troubleshooting

    Nikon representative. Note that the tables in the following subsections cover only issues on operating the DS-L4 and a microscope camera. For issues on using the DS-L4 connected to the Nikon microscope, refer to the separate volume of this manual, "Microscope Operation".

  • Page 181: View Of Images

    The sharpness setting is low. If an external display is connected, adjust the sharpness setting for the display. The DS-L4 is used in a place subject to Use the system in a stable, vibration-free place. frequent vibration. A moving subject will appear blurred if the exposure time is too long.
  • Page 182 Chapter 16 Troubleshooting Symptom Possible Cause Action Adjust the brightness of the illumination properly. The illumination is too bright or too dark. Adjust the exposure. Darken the interior, or place caps on the binocular Light around the subject affects contrast. eyepieces of the microscope.

  • Page 183: Saved Image Quality

    An image cannot be saved onto The type of recording media is not the recording media. Use a supported recording media. supported by the DS-L4. Replace the media with media having sufficient free space. The free space remaining on the Increase the amount of free space by deleting recording media is insufficient.

  • Page 184: System Operation

    The network cable is not correct. To connect the DS-L4 via a hub, use a straight cable. To connect the DS-L4 directly to the network port of the PC without using a hub, use a crossover cable.

  • Page 185: Warning Messages

    The entered user ID or password is Incorrect User ID or password Enter the correct user ID and password. incorrect. Log in to the DS-L4 with an administrator ID, and then This User ID is locked. The entered user ID is locked. unlock the user ID.
  • Page 186 The camera is connected via USB 2.0. Turn off the camera power, and then connect the low-speed mode. Please camera to a USB 3.0 connector of the DS-L4. reconnect the camera. If this If this message still remains on the screen, turn off the...

  • Page 187: For Inquiries

    Immediately after product introduction During use □ When product was turned on for the first time after changing peripheral device connections □ After updating the DS-L4 application First occurred □ After updating the firmware of the microscope camera □ After OS upgrade for the viewer terminal □...

  • Page 188: Performing Captures From An External Device

    Device Performing Captures from an External Device In addition to tapping the [CAPTURE] button on the DS-L4 screen, you can capture still images with the DS-L4 by using one of the following three methods:  Sending a communication command from the USB connector of the microscope (available with the Ni-E and Ni-U only).

  • Page 189: Using The Diagnostic Program

    If error codes are displayed after diagnosis, notify your nearest Nikon representative of the error codes. Notes on executing the diagnostic program  Before you execute the diagnostic program, turn off the DS-L4 power completely. To turn off the DS-L4 power, in the LIVE or VIEW menu, tap [SETTINGS], and then select [SHUT DOWN].

  • Page 190: Daily Maintenance

    Chapter Daily Maintenance Chapter 18 Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance This chapter describes how to maintain the DS-L4. To prolong the performance of the DS-L4, Nikon recommends that you perform daily maintenance. 19.1 Cleaning Utensils and Consumables Cleaning utensils  Soft cloth (non-woven cloth, cotton cloth, or gauze) ...

  • Page 191: Cleaning Optical Devices

     When you store a microscope camera, make sure that the mount is covered with a mount cap.  During storage, place a plastic cover over the equipment to prevent dust accumulation. Before putting a plastic cover on the DS-L4, turn off the DS-L4 power, and wait for the DS-L4 to cool down.

  • Page 192: Main Specifications

    Chapter Main Specifications Chapter 20 Main Specifications Main Specifications This chapter provides a summary of the major specifications of the DS-L4. 20.1 DS-L4 Microscope Camera Control Unit Model DS-L4 Microscope Camera Control Unit Image recording Still image capturing modes Single shot mode and continuous shot mode (number of shots: 2 to 999, shot interval: 10 sec.
  • Page 193 Chapter 20 Main Specifications Camera control Scene modes [IND]: 5 modes ([NEUTRAL], [WAFER/IC], [METAL], [CIR.BOARD], [FPD]) [BIO] (halogen lamp): 5 modes ([NEUTRAL], [BF], [HE], ELISA]) [BIO] (LED): 2 modes ([NEUTRAL], [BF]) [OTHERS]: 2 modes ([NEUTRAL], [ASBESTOS]) Custom settings Up to 7 sets of user-specified photographing conditions can be registered as CUSTOM1 to CUSTOM7.
  • Page 194 Chapter 20 Main Specifications Image processing White balance Set by the user. Red and blue gain values can be adjusted. Contrast (tone) compensation 7 settings: [WIDE D], [WEAK], [STANDARD], [STRONG], [LINEAR], [METAL], [ENHANCE]) Contour processing (sharpness) 9 levels: -3 (soft) to +5 (sharp) Hue adjustment -50 to +50 (minimum step: 1) Saturation adjustment...
  • Page 195 Chapter 20 Main Specifications Tool functions Length measurement Length between two points, perpendicular line length, length between centers of two circles, angle, circle diameter, area of polygon, pitch Calibration OFF, M1 to M14 (14 settings can be registered) Optical device's native data can be used ([OPTICAL] mode). User-registered data can be used ([MANUAL] mode).
  • Page 196 Refer to the specifications in the user guide of ARROWS Tab Q555/K64. The use of each I/O interface is as follows: USB 2.0 connectors (1 on main body, 3 USB memory drive, USB mouse, USB keyboard, and Nikon microscope on cradle) USB 3.0 connector (main body)

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