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M306E 05.4.CF.7 (2/2) DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 DS Camera Head DS-5M/DS-2Mv/DS-2MBW DS Cooled Camera Head DS-5Mc/DS-2MBWc < Quick Reference > (Ver. 3.0)
DS-5M, DS-2Mv, DS-2MBW, DS-5Mc, and DS-2MBWc. Set up the peripheral equipment. ················································ Connect the DS camera head, DS AC adapter, and the USB mouse to the DS-L1, then insert a CF card into the card slot of the DS-L1. DS-L1 Left side...
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When using the DS-L1 for the first time: Initialization When using the DS-L1 for the first time: Initialization Displaying the SETUP menu························································· Use the SETUP menu to initialize the DS-L1. Select the [SETUP] tag from the CAM Easy menu to enter the SETUP menu. Selects the [SETUP] tag.
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When using the DS-L1 for the first time: Initialization Setting the scene mode buttons ·················································· The DS-L1 has several types of scene modes (shooting conditions) available to choose from, depending on the type of subject. The scene mode buttons let you call up one of these scene modes.
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NOTE: When saving to an FTP server via a LAN, refer to “4.6 Saving Images to an FTP Sever PC from the DS-L1” in Chapter VI of the instruction manual. Setting a file name for saving Use the File Name text box to specify a file name under which you want an image to be saved.
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When using the DS-L1 for the first time: Initialization Setting a file format and a file size 1) Set a file format in which you want files to be saved. • Select either “JPEG” or “BMP” in File Type. If you select “JPEG”, you need to set a compression rate.
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Photographing Photographing Easy Menu ························································································· Alters the menu size Closes the menu Electronic zoom Cooled “Cooled” is displayed DS-5Mc or DS-2MBWc (5) Freeze is connected. (1) Scene mode buttons (2) White balance (4) Corrects exposure (6) Saves an image NOTE: Operation in FL mode of the Easy menu Bio is a special case.
Using the TOOL menu Using the TOOL menu Numerous tools are available for use, ranging from distance measurement between two points to a count marking function, scale display, and superimposition. Refer to your instruction manual for details. • Distance measurement between two points =>...
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When the DS-L1 and Nikon 90i microscope are connected via USB (Applies only when the 90i incorporates the DIH-E, motorized nosepiece, and motorized condenser.) You can change various microscope functions from the DS-L1 menu (for example, you can select a different observation method). * When performing bright-field microscopy (1) Buttons corresponding to required actions are outlined in solid borders.
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Controlling the Microscope * When performing differential interference contrast microscopy (1) Buttons corresponding to required actions are outlined in solid borders. Operate the buttons in the sequence indicated by the numbers. (2) Buttons corresponding to optional functions are enclosed in dashed borders. (3) Perform the following adjustments from the microscope main unit.
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Controlling the Microscope * When performing differential interference contrast microscopy and episcopic fluorescent microscopy at the same time (1) Buttons corresponding to required actions are outlined in solid borders. Operate the buttons in the sequence indicated by the numbers. (2) Buttons corresponding to optional functions are enclosed in dashed borders. (3) Perform the following adjustments from the microscope main unit.
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Controlling the Microscope * When performing episcopic fluorescent microscopy (1) Buttons corresponding to required actions are outlined in solid borders. Operate the buttons in the sequence indicated by the numbers. (2) Buttons corresponding to optional functions are enclosed in dashed borders. (3) Perform the following adjustments from the microscope main unit.
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Controlling the Microscope * When performing phase contrast microscopy (1) Buttons corresponding to required actions are outlined in solid borders. Operate the buttons in the sequence indicated by the numbers. (2) Buttons corresponding to optional functions are enclosed in dashed borders. (3) Perform the following adjustments from the microscope main unit.
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• Inserting and removing the ND filter and NCB filter We hope this Quick Reference manual has been helpful in introducing the basic features of the DS-L1. To learn how to take advantage of all camera functions, refer to the instruction manual.
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