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- Page 1 OPERATOR’S MANUAL (Please Read This Manual Before Using the Microscope) SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope...
- Page 2 This document, the information in this document and all rights thereto are the sole and exclusive property of AmScope and are not to be copied, used or disclosed to anyone, in whole or in part, without the express written permission of AmScope.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope Contents BEFORE USE ............................... 4 Introduction ............................4 Precautions ............................4 1. M ..........................5 ICROSCOPE ARTS 2. O ............................. 6 PERATION 2-1 Unpack ............................6 2-2 Assemble ............................6 2.3 Setting up the Specimen .........................12 2.4 Focusing ............................13... -
Page 4: Before Use
Before Use Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new AmScope Microscope! This manual is designed for the SM-4 series microscopes (SM-4B, SM-4T, and all their variants). The two base models of this series differ in that the -B models are... -
Page 5: Microscope Parts
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 1. Microscope Parts Stereo Microscope (Don’t have a good enough photo with a white background for the graphic.) AmScope Proprietary Page 5 of 37... -
Page 6: Operation
Check the packing list to ensure that all parts and accessories are intact. Please note that the packing list can vary depending on which model you‟ve purchased. Packing lists are generally listed on www.amscope.com on the microscope‟s details section for your specific model. 2-2 Assemble... - Page 7 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 2.2.1 Assemble the Boom Stand 1. Insert the pillar into the base stand. 2. Screw in the pillar very securely. 3. The knob on the pillar adjusts the vertical movement of the arm. Loosen the knob on the protective collar to move the collar up and down.
- Page 8 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 6. There is a large hole in the sliding section of the arm. Slide the arm onto the pillar through the hole. The knob should be closer to the bottom than the top. 7. The knob on the arm controls the horizontal movement of the arm.
- Page 9 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 3. Put the focusing rack pillar into the horizontal rack. Unscrew and remove the ridged screw cap from the focusing rack pillar. 5. Slide the focusing rack up the focusing rack pillar to the top. 6. Screw the ridged cap back on the focusing rack pillar to secure.
- Page 10 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 8. There is a hole on the focusing rack near the connection to the arm. The hole is for a lever to control the vertical circular movement of the focusing rack. To install the lever, find the two small bolts and lever from the package.
- Page 11 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 2.2.3 Inserting Eyepieces 1. Remove the eyetube caps. 2. Place the desired eyepieces into the empty eye/ocular tubes. 3. Be sure to avoid touching the lenses. 2.2.4 Removing the Objective Lens Housing Cap Remove the cap from the objective lens housing.
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Page 12: Setting Up The Specimen
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 2.2.6 Attaching a Ring Light (Optional Accessory) Ring lights are a recommended accessory and are purchased separately. 1. Loosen the screws on the ring light. The ring light may be black or white depending on the model. -
Page 13: Focusing
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 2.4 Focusing AmScope‟s SM series microscopes have continuous zoom magnification power allowing you to change magnification through a range, instead of at fixed stops. 2.4.1 Adjusting the Focusing Rack, Coarsely. Loosen the lock-screw located behind the pillar stand. - Page 14 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 2.4.4 Focus Each Eye Individually Focus each eye separately to accommodate individual vision, you should not need your glasses when using the microscope. Some models have diopters on both eyepieces. Some models have a diopter on only one eyepiece.
- Page 15 2.4.6 Using a Barlow Lens. The SM-4 series microscopes have a standard working distance of 4” (101.6mm). Barlow lenses increase or decrease working distance and magnification to achieve the desired field of view.
- Page 16 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope To install a Barlow Lens, first remove the adapter and light ring from the bottom of the objective lens housing, if you are using a ring light. Screw a Barlow Lens into the bottom of the objective lens housing.
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Page 17: Attaching A Camera
2.5.2 Trinocular Head The AmScope SM-4T models are uniquely designed so that you can view the image through the eyepieces and the trinocular port without removing the camera or using your eyepiece, turning the microscope into a digital microscope. -
Page 18: Adjusting Focus Tension
USB end into your computer. 3. To focus through the trinocular port, turn middle portion of the tube. 4. Open up your AmScope Digital Camera Solution software on your computer and let it connect to your microscope. To focus through the trinocular port (simul-focal models only), simply turn middle portion of the tube, after focusing the eyepieces. -
Page 19: Maintenance
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 2.7 Maintenance 2.7.1 No Sun/Heat Do not place the microscope in direct sunlight or in high heat. Keep the microscope indoors in a dry and clean place with temperatures between 32° -100° F (0° -40° C), maximum relative humidity: 85%. -
Page 20: Specifications
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 3. Specifications 3.1 General Model Specifications Head: 45 degree inclined 360 degree swiveling Trinocular Eyepieces: 30mm super widefield high-eyepoint WF10X/20 Objective: 0.7-4.5X Zoom Range: 6.5:1 Maximum Field of View: 1-1/4" (33mm) ... -
Page 21: Parameters
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 4. Parameters 4.1 Electrical System The florescent ring lights are wide range and operate at 110V/220V. The LED ring lights are also wide range and operate at 110-240V, 50- 60HZ, auto switching. 4.2 Eyetube Parameters 1. Diopter adjustment: ± 5 dp 2. -
Page 22: Recommended Accessories
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 5. Recommended Accessories (Purchase separately. Please visit www.amscope.com and search with SKU #, for more information.) 5.1 Eyepieces 20X Eyepieces 25X Eyepieces SKU: EP20X30 SKU: EP25X30 10X w/ Pointer 10X w/ Reticle SKU: EP10X30P SKU: EP10X30R 5.2 Barlow Lenses... -
Page 23: Cameras And Accessories
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 5.3 Cameras and Accessories Cameras (USB2.0) To capture images, video, or view live display on a computer (PC/Mac OS X). Real-Time Live Video Microscope Digital Camera, Reduction Lens, High Sensitivity Sensor and Deluxe Calibration Kit. 350K 1.3 Mega... -
Page 24: Stands
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 5.4 Stands Single Arm Double Arm Ball Bearing SKU: SAW SKU: DAW SKU: BBB Articulating Arm Articulating Arm Articulating Stand w/ Clamp w/ Stand w/ Post Clamp SKU: ASC SKU: ASB SKU: APC Super Large Flat Stand... -
Page 25: Ring Lights And Illuminators
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 5.5 Ring Lights and Illuminators 56 LED Ring Light 144 LED Ring Light 144 LED Ring Light SKU: LED-56S SKU: LED-144A SKU: LED-144S Fiber Optic Fiber Optic Fiber Optic Ring Illuminator Gooseneck Illuminator Illuminators SKU: HL250-AR... -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 6. Troubleshooting 6.1 Optical Issues SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY OPTICAL ISSUES Obstructions are Stains, dust, or dirt has Clean the slide or use a new specimen if observed in the field of accumulated on the specimen. sample is destroyed. -
Page 27: Mechanical Issues
SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope 6.2 Mechanical Issues SYMPTOM CAUSE REMEDY MECHANICAL ISSUES Loosen it by adjusting the tension by grabbing both knobs on the focusing Focus knob does not rack and twisting them in opposite turn The tension knob is too tight. -
Page 28: General Microscopy Guide
7. General Microscopy Guide Microscopes come in a wide variety of types with many different features. Each AmScope model is designed for specific uses and specific users. This guide will help illustrate what some of the different product variations mean and why they are useful. - Page 29 8 inches or 203mm), while the 2.0x will double your magnification (but half the working distance, down to 3/32 of an inch or 2.4mm). Continuous Zoom/Fixed Power AmScope‟s objective lenses have either fixed power or continuous zoom objectives. Continuous zoom microscope head's have a dial to move through an entire range of zoom such as 0.7x-4.5x.
- Page 30 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope Darkfield Condenser Lens The purpose of the condenser lens is to focus the light onto the specimen. A darkfield condenser can offer bright images against a dark background of otherwise difficult to view specimens. The darkfield condenser is popular for gem studies.
- Page 31 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope Eyepieces Eyepieces are also called ocular lenses. Eyepieces come in many magnifications and you replace them by swapping them out of the eyetubes. The eyepieces magnify the specimen further from the first magnification through the objective lens. Each eyepiece is marked with 2 numbers.
- Page 32 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope Focusing Knobs The focusing knobs focus the objective lens by changing the distance between the objective lens and the stage. When you are focusing a microscope, you focus one eye at a time. With one eye shut, you focus the objective lens first, using the focusing knobs.
- Page 33 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope Head Types Monocular Monocular microscope heads have one eyepiece. Binocular Binocular microscope heads have two eyepieces. Trinocular Trinocular microscope heads have two eyepieces and a photo port for a camera. This allows you to look at a specimen with a camera without removing an eyepiece.
- Page 34 When changing light bulbs cover skin with cloth or paper to handle the bulb. This will protect both you and the bulb. 3. Hot bulbs will not damage the microscope. AmScope‟s microscopes are designed specifically to handle the heat output of the model‟s bulb.
- Page 35 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope Lighting-Types Tungsten Tungsten light bulbs are the most economical, providing a reliable source of light. They burn hotter than the other bulbs, but are the best option for certain microscopes. Fluorescent Fluorescent bulbs burn cooler and brighter than tungsten bulbs.
- Page 36 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope Stage This is the flat platform on top of the base that holds the stage plate. Stage Clips The stage clips hold the specimen in place. Not necessary for all specimens. Stage Plates Stage plates fit into the opening in the stage. Use the frosted glass stage plate with the bottom light for transparent specimens.
- Page 37 SM-4 Series Stereo Microscope Stands Arm/Track Stand Pillar Stand Boom Stand Table Stand A microscope stand is the physical connector between the microscope body and the base. The main types are arm/track, pillar, boom and table stands. Top Light Lamp A top light illuminator that attaches directly to the top of the focusing rack pole.
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