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(For microscope operation only. Camera operation covered on Motic Images CD.)
HOW TO USE YOUR MICROSCOPE SERIAL NUMBERS
1. Microscope serial number: This number (etched on inside of small ledge
immediately behind stage plate) is the number under which your warranty is
registered.
2. Microscope & Motic CD DM number: This number (found on a white sticker on the
bottom of the microscope and on CD sleeve) is used for logging on the Motic web
site, which gives you the ability to download free software upgrades.
Copyright © 1/15/2006
National Optical & Scientific Instrument Inc.
National Optical & Scientific Instrument Inc.
6508 Tri-County Parkway
Schertz, Texas 78154
Phone (210) 590-9010 Fax (210) 590-1104
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
MODEL DC-128
COMPOUND BIOLOGICAL MICROSCOPE
WITH DIGITAL CAMERA
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- Page 1 National Optical & Scientific Instrument Inc. 6508 Tri-County Parkway Schertz, Texas 78154 Phone (210) 590-9010 Fax (210) 590-1104 INSTRUCTIONS FOR MODEL DC-128 COMPOUND BIOLOGICAL MICROSCOPE WITH DIGITAL CAMERA (For microscope operation only. Camera operation covered on Motic Images CD.) HOW TO USE YOUR MICROSCOPE SERIAL NUMBERS 1.
- Page 2 LED indicator light Eyepiece Head Eyepiece locking set screw Eyepiece tube Rack stop adjustment screw Revolving nosepiece Knurled locking screws Objective lenses (for securing specimen holder to stage) Specimen holder (mechanical stage) Tension adjustment collar (behind focus knob Stage on left side) Abbe condenser 1.25 N.A.
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Page 3: Description Of Components
About the Digital Microscope Your new digital microscope incorporates a built-in camera that uses data transmission made possible through a simple plug and play USB cable. In order to achieve optimum results, it is important that you carefully read this manual before operating your microscope. -
Page 4: Specimen Holder
15. TENSION ADJUSTMENT COLLAR: Used to adjust tension of focusing mechanism. 16. SAFETY RACK STOP: When properly adjusted, controls maximum upward travel of stage. Prevents higher power objectives from breaking specimen slides, prevents damage to objective lenses. This stop has been pre-adjusted at the factory. 17. - Page 5 Focusing the microscope. Position the 4x objective lens into the optical path, making sure that lens is properly indexed in its click-stop position. Swing moveable finger on specimen slide holder outward. Place specimen slide (cover slip up) on top of stage surface against fixed side of slide holder.
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Page 6: Mechanical Maintenance
“warranty repair”, make certain to examine the front lens element with a magnifying glass or eye loupe for the presence of such contaminants. If a microscope is returned to National for warranty repair, and it is determined that such contaminants are the problem, this is not covered under warranty and National will submit a cost estimate for cleaning. -
Page 7: Troubleshooting
C. Replacing batteries: Your microscope includes 3 rechargeable AA nickel metal hydride batteries. These may be recharged up to 500 times, but if you observe that a recharge is providing significantly less than 40 hours of operation. It is probably time to replace to batteries. -
Page 8: Optional Accessories And Parts
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES AND PARTS: #610-045 WF10x eyepiece w/pointer #800-001 Replacement LED light #802-003 Auto cut-off recharger for rechargeable LED microscope. #951 Dustcover, 16” tall x 13”, heavy-duty vinyl with stitched seams #975-001 Carrying case anodized aluminum, fabric lining, accessory pockets, and Velcro straps, keyed lock. LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY Please see our website, www.nationaloptical.com, for complete warranty details and exclusions.