1 Introduction 1.1 Symbols Used This manual contains symbols also found on the appliance itself with the following meaning: Danger Immediate risk of injury. Consult accompanying documents. Electrical Current This indicates a risk of injury due to electrical current. Caution Risk of damage to the unit if the instruction is not followed.
2 Safety 2.1 Intended Use The system is used for digital stereo magnification in 2D and 3D in real time and for documentation. 2.2 Unintended Use Only spare parts and accessories supplied or authorized by PCE Instruments may be used with this product. If other spare parts or accessories are used, this could have a detrimental effect on the safety of the device, increase the risk of serious injury, and lead to damage to the environment or the device itself.
repeated safety inspection of electrical equipment are complied with. For Germany, these are the regulation 3 by DGUV (German Statutory Accident Insurance) in relation with VDE (Association for Electrical & Electronic Technology) 0701-0702. 2.5.2 Specific Information ► Do not look into the lighting. ►...
3 Product Description 3.1 General Description The PCE-OVM 3D system consists of a head with two cameras, a lighting, an image processing unit, and a 3D- capable monitor including two pairs of 3D glasses. For easy operation, the head is mounted on an adjustable support arm.
Network 3.3 Scope of Delivery 3.3.1 PCE-OVM 3D 1 PCE-OVM 3D head with power supply unit and power cord 1 support arm with cable and base with universal clamp 1 3D-capable monitor with power supply unit and power cord 2 pairs of 3D glasses...
4.3 Setup Select a workspace with sufficient lighting for the installation of the PCE-OVM 3D system. If fluorescent light is used, it may be necessary to reduce the light emission. Reflections of extraneous light on the object may result in interferences.
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4.3.2 Mounting the Head Four washers are needed for mounting the head (see Fig. 7). Three small washers (golden/black/golden) have already been threaded onto the fastening screw (31) in the correct sequence. The large washer is attached to the head with an adhesive strip with a red end. ⇒...
Fig. 12b The PCE-OVM 3D power supply (4, Fig. 1) has a cable with an angled jack plug (37). ⇒ Plug the jack into the socket at the cable of the power supply, which protrudes at the base of the support arm.
5 Operation Switching On ⇒ Switch on the monitor by pressing the power button (8, Fig.1). ⇒ Switch on the head using the power switch (7, Fig. 1). ♦ The lighting starts operation. ♦ After about 20 seconds, an image appears on the monitor. The cone of light on the table top defines the area whose center is captured by the optics.
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System Settings 2D/3D Display Magnification Object Mode (15x, 20x, 25x, 30x) (1, 2, 3, neutral, see Chap. 5.4.1) Changing the System Settings ⇒ Left mouse button (A) ⇒ Mouse wheel (B) rotation ⇒ Right mouse button (C) ♦ Switch between 2D and 3D forward/backward ♦...
5.5 Menu By pressing and holding down the right mouse button, you open the menu. In the menu, you can adjust the settings for split screen, USB stick, image representation, lighting, etc. Navigation Menu ⇒ long press on right ⇒ short press on left ⇒...
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Select this menu item to have an image from your USB stick displayed. After clicking on the symbol, a list of the files on the stick opens. Selectable files are displayed white; non-selectable files are displayed gray. Please note that only images in the *.bmp format can be displayed.
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Menu Items Split Screen Settings Position Size The split screen image is displayed in the The split screen image is displaed in full- top left of the monitor. screen mode. (1/1) The split screen image is displayed in the The split screen image takes up half the top right of the monitor.
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5.5.4 Settings In the general settings, you can switch the lighting on and off, switch between 2D and 3D image saving mode and query information about PCE-OVM 3D. Settings Menu Items Lighting Saving in 2D/3D Information...
5.6 Screen Shot / Still Image Using the foot switch, the monitor image can be frozen (still image) or also stored on the USB memory stick (screen shot). 5.6.1 Still Image ⇒ Press the foot switch for more than 1 sec. The still image is displayed, meaning the monitor image is frozen.
6 Monitor PCE Instruments recommends not changing the factory settings of the monitor as the basic settings for PCE-OVM 6.1 Safety Instructions Commissioning ► Do not close off the ventilation openings. ► Place the monitor in a well-ventilated place to avoid overheating. ►...
6.3 Operation and Settings Power switch MENU, opens the monitor menu. Signal source selection. Reduce the selected value in the monitor menu. Adjust brightness. Increase the selected value in the monitor menu. Fig. 18 AUTO, automatic horizontal and vertical adjustment of the image. It also exits the monitor menu.
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Select the picture mode (PC/games/movie) Audio Volume – NOT available Adjust the volume. Signal Source Select the signal source (VGA/DVI). Select DVI for use with the PCE-OVM 3D system. Aspect Ratio Select the aspect ratio (16:9/AUTO/4:3). Select DCR (Dynamic contrast ratio) (on/off). Fig. 22...
7 Cleaning / Maintenance The device does not contain any internal parts that require maintenance. Only wipe the housing with a damp cloth. Use only a slightly moistened cloth. Do not use any spray or disinfectant or other cleaning agents. Do not use compressed air for cleaning.
⇒ Reconnect the other side of the cables. Multiple cables can also be fed through together. 7.4 Spare Parts If you should need any spare parts for the PCE-OVM 3D, please contact our technical support at +49 23 8098 7035 or info@pce-instruments.co.uk.
4.3.3). • 3D calibration changed. • Calibrate the display. See the instructions included in PDF format. • The PCE-OVM 3D power supply unit • Connect the power supply unit and foot Head without function. was plugged into the foot switch switch correctly, observing sections 4.4.1 and...
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PCE-OVM 3D HDMI Splitter • No error. • Switch PCE-OVM 3D to 2D image view. No 3D image on a • If a 3D display is required, use another PCE connected PC monitor. With the PCE-OVM 3D HDMI splitter, only 2D images are displayed on PC Instruments 2D/3D monitor (optional monitors.
9 Technical Data 9.1 Head (Incl. Support Arm) Nominal voltage: 100 / 120 / 230 V 100 – 240 V Permissible mains voltage: Mains frequency: 50 / 60 Hz Power consumption: 132 W Video resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080) Focus distance: 430 mm [16.93 in] Magnification:...
9.2 Monitor 9.2.1 Monitor PCE-OVM 3D Nominal voltage: 100 / 120 / 230 V 100 – 240 V Permissible mains voltage: Mains frequency: 50 / 60 Hz Power consumption: 25 W Screen resolution: 1920 x 1080 pixels Dimensions with stand (width x height x depth): 511 x 377 x 170 mm [20.12 x 14.84 x 6.69 in]...
11 Disposal Instructions For the disposal of batteries in the EU, the 2006/66/EC directive of the European Parliament applies. Due to the contained pollutants, batteries must not be disposed of as household waste. They must be given to collection points designed for that purpose.
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