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Summary of Contents for AmScope 340 Series
- Page 1 340 Series User’s Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Setting the Stage’s Stop-Limit ................11 Adjusting Focusing Tension ................11 Changing the Bulb ..................... 11 Maintenance/Precautions ..................12 Specifications ................13 340 Series Specifications ..................13 Technical Parameters ..............14 Technical Terms & Concepts ................14 Troubleshooting ................ Common Issues ..................... 15... -
Page 3: Before Use
Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new AmScope microscope! This manual is designed for the 340 series microscopes (B340 & T340). Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the features and functions of your new mi- croscope. -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
340 Series Before Use Safety Precautions 1. As the microscope is a precision instrument, always handle it with care, avoiding impact or abrupt movement during transportation. Do not shake the package. 2. Do not place the microscope in direct sunlight or in high heat. Keap it indoors in a dry and clean place with temperatures between 32-100 degrees F (0-40 degrees C), and in maximum relative humidity of 85%. -
Page 5: Parts
340 Series Parts B340 Binocular Head Eyepieces Objectives Mechanical Stage Coarse Focusing Knob Fine Focusing Iris Adjustment Slider Knob Mechanical Stage Controls Dry Darkfield Condenser (with -DK Only) -
Page 6: T340
340 Series Parts T340 Trinocular Port Trinocular Head Eyepieces Objectives Mechanical Stage Coarse Focusing Knob Iris Adjustment Slider Fine Focusing Knob Base Lens Mechanical Stage Controls... -
Page 7: Definition Of Parts
340 Series Parts Definition of Parts Adjustable Trinocular Port Threaded port with adjustable length of attachment of digital or video camera Base Lens Directs the light source towards the slide Coarse Focusing Knob Used to initially bring the slide into the sight and focus Condenser &... -
Page 8: Getting Started
340 Series Getting Started Assembly 1. First, take the styrofoam container out of the cardboard carton and lay it on its side, paying attention to which side is labeled up. Remove the tape and open the container carefully so as to avoid dropping and damaging the optical items. -
Page 9: Operation
340 Series Operation Setting Up 1. Loosen the head lock screw and adjust the microscope head so that it is in a comfortable position for observa- tion. Lock the head-lock screw. 2. With both eyes open, look into the eyepieces. Adjust the interpupillary distance by holding the eyepiece tubes and rotating the eyepiece tubes either towards or away from each other until only one circle of light is seen by both eyes. -
Page 10: Adjusting The Condenser & Diaphragm
Using the Trinocular Port The AmScope T340 viewing head uses a simul-focal design which allows you to use both eyepieces and the trinocular photo port simultaneously. The photo port uses a 23mm tube for use with compensating (reduction) lenses. -
Page 11: Setting The Stage's Stop-Limit
340 Series Operation Setting the Stage’s Stop-Limit 1. Unlock the stop-limit, which is the switch inside the left hand focusing knob. 2. Adjust the stage to the desired maximum height. 3. Lock the stop-limit. This will allow you to limit the movement of the stage from the bottom of the range up to the point that it is set at. -
Page 12: Maintenance/Precautions
Doing so will void your warranty unless by advisement of one of our technicians to do so. - After use, cover the microscope with the provided dust cover. - Keep your AmScope microscope in a dry, clean location in order to prevent rust or other damages. -
Page 13: Specifications
340 Series Specifications 340 Series Specifications Parts Specifications B/T340A B/T340B B/T340A-LED B/T340B-LED Extreme WF Eyepiece WF10X/18mm WF10X/18mm w/ Pointer WF10X/18mm w/ Reticle WF16X/13mm WF20X/10mm WF25X/10mm 4X/0.10 DIN Achromatic Objectives 10X/0.25 40X(spring)/0.65 60X(spring)/0.85 100X(spring, oil)/1.25 DIN Plan Objectives 40X(spring) 100X(spring, oil) -
Page 14: Technical Parameters
340 Series Technical Parameters Technical Terms & Concepts Total Magnification Total magnification of a microscope is calculated by the magnification of the objective multiplied by the mag- nification of the eyepieces. -Ex: (10x Eyepieces) x (4x Objective) = 40x Total Magnification Field of View Linear field of view of the eyepiece divided by the magnification of the objective. -
Page 15: Troubleshooting
340 Series Troubleshooting Common Issues Symptom Cause Remedy OPTICAL ISSUES The nosepiece if misaligned Turn the nosepiece until it clicks into place One side of the field of view is darker Stains or dust has accumulated on the condenser, Clean all lenses with lens cleaner or a lint free non-... -
Page 16: Common Issues (Continued)
340 Series Troubleshooting Common Issues (Continued) Symptom Cause Remedy OPTICAL ISSUES Image color is not correct No filter is used or filter is in use Remove color filter if natural light is desired, or insert desired filter The condenser height is not correct...
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