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INSTRUCTIONS SZ2-ILA Transmitted illumination attachment This instruction manual is for the Olympus SZ2-ILA Transmitted Illumination Attachment. Optical Microscope Accessory To ensure the safety, obtain optimum performance and to familiarize yourself fully with the use of this equip-ment, we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the system.
SZ2-ILA Contents Correct assembly and adjustments are critical for this unit to manifest its full performance. If you are going toassemble this unit by yourself, please read “6 Assembly” (P. 7). For the assemblies of the modules for which instruction manuals are available, refer to their instruction manuals.
SZ2-ILA Important The transmitted illumination attachment enables transmitted light observation when it is placed under the SZ2-ST standard stand for the SZ2 series microscopes. Safety precautions 1. The illumination light may be pointed downward with certain mirror angles. As this makes the desktop surface hot, do not place an object that is vulnerable to heat or easily flammable below the transmitted light illumination attachment.
Transmitted light observation If you have not assembled the transmitted illumination attachment yet, please read “6 Assembly” (P. 7). Using the Mirror Rotation/Sliding Knob Set the main switch of the power supply to “ ” (ON) and adjust the brightness with the intensity control knob. For details of the power supply, see the instruction manual provided separately.
Under certain conditions, performance of the unit may be adversely affected by factors other than defects. If problems occur, please review the following list and take remedial action as needed. If you cannot solve the problem after checking the entire list, please contact Olympus. Problem...
Lighting types Rotation/sliding of the planar and light scattering filters. Oblique illumination possible. Combined stand SZ2-ST (Standard Stand) Combined stage height: 92.5 mm Weight Approx. 1.1 kg (SZ2-ILA only) Illumination system Power source See the instruction manual provided separately. Power consumption ·...
The modules shown in the following figure are merely the typical examples. For other applicable modules that are not given below, please consult your Olympus representative or the latest catalogues. When assembling the microscope, make sure that all parts are free of dust and dirt, and avoid NOTE scratching any parts or touching glass surfaces.
Optional modules For the mounting methods, see “6 Assembly” (P. 7). 7-1 Simplified polarization system SZ-POL-2 Cross-nicol adjustment and observation Drop the polarizer below the stage glass so that the index dot ( ) can be viewed horizontally. Turn on the transmitted light source, look through the eyepieces and rotate the analyzer so that the field of view is darkest (cross-Nicol condition).
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