Connecting camera via Wi-Fi adapter ............ 25 Connecting the camera to a certified PC ............. 26 Function indicator signals..................26 6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu ............27 Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Updating the firmware..................40 10 Troubleshooting ................42 10.1 ZEN software ...................... 42 10.2 Camera ....................... 43 10.3 Labscope ......................44 11 Disposal and Recycling..............45 Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
<Ctrl+Alt+Del> Press several keys on the keyboard simultane- ously. Select Tools > Goto Control Panel > Air- Follow a path in the software. lock. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
Indicates useful additional information. It helps you to make your daily work easier, but it is optional. There is no risk for personal injury or property damage involved. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
2 Safety 2.1 Intended use The Axiocam 208 color and the Axiocam 202 mono are high definition cameras for color and monochromatic imaging, respectively. They are suitable for use as accessories for educational and routine microscopy in laboratory environments and for use by trained laboratory personnel. The cameras have been designed to be used in the field of light microscopy for general observation, routine work, and simple applications in which a sufficient amount of light is available.
2.4 Warranty ZEISS shall be exempt from any warranty obligations should the user fail to observe the safety reg- ulations. ZEISS only guarantees the safety, reliability, and performance of the system if the safety notes are closely observed.
Follow the notes in the instruction manual and the supplied documents. For more infor- mation, see Prevention of hazards [ 7]. Tab. 3: List of attached Warning Labels Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
§ § Live frame rate via HDMI 30 fps @ Ultra HD (4K) Maximum live frame rate at configuration: @ 4K (3840 x 2160) Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Order number 426570-9000-000 Info Computer hardware, operating system, and software may decrease the frame rates. All specifi- cations are subject to change without notice. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
Automatic exposure and gain regulation at Full HD resolution (1080p), fast live image under low light conditions Status-LED for camera color coded operation status Interfaces HDMI for monitor Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Operating systems: § § for ZEN Windows 10 x64 Prof./Ultimate and higher § for Labscope § Windows 7/10 x64 Prof./Ultimate and iOS v12 and higher Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
UL STD. 1310 Certified to: § CSA STD C22.2 NO.60950-1 § CSA STD.C22.2 NO.223 Conforms to AAMI STD. ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-11 Certified to CAN/CSA STD.C22.2 NO.60601-1 Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Security Act (EISA) § Energy Star tier 2 (North America) § ECP tier 2 (China) § MEPS tier 2 (Australia) § Code of Conduct (Europe) Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Equipment protected throughout by double insulation or reinforced insulation Complies with EU Directive 2012/19/EU (WEEE) Tab. 5: List of attached labels concerning standards and regulations Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
000000-0626-245 Keyboard, USB, Language DE 000000-0626-267 Keyboard, USB, Language US 426570-9110-000 Wi-Fi dongle package containing Wi-Fi Don- gle and USB adaptor Type-C to Type-A Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
Communication and image data transfer HDMI port Image data transfer to a certified monitor, TV or pro- jector 5.1.2 Camera controls Fig. 5: Camera operator panel Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
USB flash drive, Type C and Connection to camera (Type-C) or to Type A USB hub (Type-A) for immediate im- age and video storage Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Monitor TFT 32" 4K For display of camera image and op- (not supplied in package, erating the OSD menu please order seperately: Order No. 410350-3201-000) Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
NOTICE Loss of warranty The Axiocam 208 color is delivered with an integrated IR filter (infrared cut filter). The Axiocam 202 mono is delivered with a protective glass to shield the camera against dust and to reduce optical interferences.
Micro-D port of the camera. 2. Insert the power plug of the plug-in power sup- ply into a power outlet. 3. Turn on the camera via cable switch. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
OSD menu functions. Certain HDMI functions (e.g. audio, com- mands from monitor to camera) are not supported. Info If you connect the Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono to a monitor, these are the minimal monitor requirements: §...
Follow the subsequent instructions to connect your camera to an existing WLAN: Procedure 1. Select Connect to existing WLAN from the Choose WLAN mode menu. 2. Click the Next button. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
Snapping/recording in process, and saving data to USB flash drive Red flash Firmware updating/factory resetting Pink flash No USB flash drive or the drive is full No power supplied Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
1. On the display device, open the network browser. 2. Insert the camera's IP address into the browser window's address line and press Enter. menu opens on your display device. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
When pushing the button the following controls ex- pand: § The recording can be stopped by clicking the red square symbol above the time display. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Enables you to manually re-adjust the color tempera- button (for Axiocam 208 ture, e.g. when the Auto White Balance mode doesn't color) deliver appropriate results. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
It also gives you some options to show different image information and how snapped images are shown. The controls for selected options are highlighted blue. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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0°: original image orientation § Mirror vertical: image mirrored in vertical direc- tion § Mirror horizontal: image mirrored in horizontal direction § 180°: image rotated by 180° Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
Opens a menu to define the shading correction for each combination of reflector, objective and light source, see Applying Shading Correction [ 34]. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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3. Click the highlighted button to enter the shading correction menu for the current combina- tion. 4. Follow the instructions on the display to perform the shading correction configurations. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
36]. Firmware Update but- Starts a firmware update when the update file is avail- able via the USB interface, see Updating the firmware 40]. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Bright Pixel Correction procedure. This procedure corrects newly developed bright (or hot) pixels due to long exposure times, high gain settings or cosmic events. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Either cover the camera properly or reset the Bright Pixel configuration before restarting the procedure. The Bright Pixel Correction procedure is applied. The camera reboots after a successful procedure. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
7.1 Installing software on PC To acquire images with the camera(s) on a PC, you must install ZEISS software (e.g. ZEN or Lab- scope ). You will find the installation files on the USB flash drive delivered. The camera drivers are also installed during the software installation.
8 Acquiring Images and Videos 8.1 Introduction The Axiocam 208 color and the Axiocam 202 mono are high definition cameras for color and monochromatic imaging, respectively. They are suitable for use as accessories for educational and routine microscopy in laboratory environments and for use by trained laboratory personnel. The cameras have been designed to be used in the field of light microscopy for general observation, routine work, and simple applications in which a sufficient amount of light is available.
2. Save the latest firmware update package (".tar" file) to the root folder of the USB flash drive (contained in the scope of delivery). Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
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Note that the update procedure takes several minutes. à Do not operate the camera or unplug the USB flash drive during the update procedure. The firmware is updated. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
208 color does not corre- ture setting. If necessary, reduce the spond to the image seen color temperature to the lowest value through the eyepieces. possible. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
The buffer battery is empty. Please contact your local ZEISS service organization to change the battery. The expected battery lifetime is ap- prox. 4-5 years. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
10.3 Labscope Info For support in using Labscope, visit our support forum under https://forums.zeiss.com/mi- croscopy/community/viewforum.php?f=34. Please check the Labscope threads for problem- solving notes. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...
This product must not be disposed of with domestic waste or using municipal waste disposal services. In the event of resale, the seller must inform the buyer of the need to dispose of the product appropriately. Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono | en-US | Rev. 4 | 426570-7011-001...