Thank you very much for choosing Nikon. This instruction manual presents the system configuration of the DXM1200F (digital camera for microscope) and explains how to attach the DXM1200F to your microscope and connect it to your PC. This manual also includes safety precautions you must observe to ensure safe operation.
Safety Precautions Your Nikon DXM1200F was designed with safety foremost in mind. However, improper use or failure to observe instructions may result in personal injury or property damage. Before attempting to operate your DXM1200F, read this manual thoroughly and become familiar with proper operation procedures.
1. Installation location Caution The DXM1200F is a precision optical instrument. Failure to use or store it properly can result in malfunction or inaccuracy. Consider the following when choosing an installation location: • Avoid bright room lighting and direct sunlight. Bright ambient light makes it difficult to obtain clear images from the microscope.
• 1X relay lens for ECLIPSE series + C-mount TV adapter • C-mount TV adapter 0.6X • C-0.63X DXM relay lens (If your microscope is not manufactured by Nikon, please consult the dealer from which you have purchased the microscope.) The interface board and camera of DXM1200F are Caution incompatible with those of DXM1200.
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1. System Configuration Overall Configuration Interface cable Interface cable connector Camera AUX terminal Refer to the Software Instruction Manual for this function. Interface board C-mount adapter (optional) Vertical tube of microscope Camera Top view Rear view Bottom view Interface cable connector Tripod screw C-mount screw...
• Avoid dusty locations. • Avoid subjecting the product to vibration. The surface must be level. The DXM1200F is extremely sensitive to vibration. Vibrations during image capture may result in images of poor quality.
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“Windows has found new hardware, and is locating the software for it.” appears. At this time, install the interface board driver. See The DIGITAL CAMERA DXM1200F for Microscope — Software Instruction Manual for more information on installing the driver.
Storage • Shut down your PC if you do not intend to use the DXM1200F for a while. • If you do not plan to use the DXM1200F for an extended period, remove the interface cable from the camera connector and the interface board connector.
Electrical Specifications Electrical specifica- Input ratings Camera: 12 VDC ±10% (powered through tions the PCI bus on the PC) Interface board: 5 VDC ±10% (powered through the PCI bus on the PC) Protection class: Class III Operating environment Temperature: 0°C to 40°C Humidity: 85%RH max.