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User's Manual
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Summary of Contents for AmScope SM-2 Series

  • Page 1 SM-2 Series User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 SM-2 Series Table of Contents Before Use ......................3 Introduction .....................3 Safety Precautions ..................4 Parts ....................... 5 SM-2B/T ....................5 Definition of Parts ................6 Getting Started ................... 8 Assembly ....................8 Operation ....................Setting Up ....................Focusing ....................Using the Trinocular Port ..............
  • Page 3 Congratulations on the purchase of your new AmScope microscope! This manual is designed for the SM-2 series microscopes (SM-2B, SM-2T, and all their variants). The two base models of this series differ in that the -B models are binocular (two eyepiece ocular tubes), while the -T models are trinocular (two eyepiece ocular tubes with a third port on top for a microscope camera).
  • Page 4 SM-2 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. Keep 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 SM-2 Series Parts SM-2B/T Eyepieces Trinocular Port (SM-2T Only) Interpupillary Adjusters Trinocular Shutter Control (SM-2T Only) Pillar Stand Magnification Knob Objective Focusing Knob Focusing Rack Top Light Source Stage Clips Top Light Dimmer Base Light Dimmer...
  • Page 6 SM-2 Series Parts Definition of Parts Adjustable Trinocular Port Threaded port with adjustable length of attachment of digital or video camera Boom Stand Stand for the microscope that allows the head to be moved in physical space in various directions...
  • Page 7 SM-2 Series Parts Ring Light An illuminator that mounts directly onto the objective to emit even light on the sample below Simul-Focal Microscope Head Head containing a focus adjustment for a trinocular port camera to simultaneously to match the eyepieces...
  • Page 8 SM-2 Series Getting Started Assembly...
  • Page 9 Check carefully to ensure that all parts and accessories are intact. 2. Check the packing list to ensure that you’re received all items. Please note that this can vary depending on which model you’ve purchased, and is generally listed on www.amscope.com at the items’ details page for your specific model.
  • Page 10 SM-2 Series Getting Started Setting Up 1. Once you have placed your sample on the table or base below the objective, center the sample as best as possible. A slide is neither needed nor required for a stereo microscope, although they can be used if desired.
  • Page 11 2.4mm). Using the Trinocular Port The AmScope -T model is uniquely designed so that you can view the image through the eyepieces and the trinocular port without removing the camera or using your eyepiece. This feature allows the images through the microscope’s eyepieces, and those displayed on your computer screen or television be viewed at the same time (although unless using 20x eyepieces to match your camera, the image may differ in magnification).
  • Page 12 SM-2 Series Getting Started Replacing the lamp and the fuses 1. Before replacing the lamp or fuses, please turn off the power and pull out the power cord. 2. To replace the lamp bulb, press down the stage plate at up center point and take out the stage plate.
  • Page 13 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 14 SM-2 Series Specifications SM-2 Series Specifications • Head: 45 degrees 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" (31.75mm) • Minimum Field of View: 3/16" (4.75mm) •...
  • Page 15 SM-2 Series Specifications Optional Accessories Parts Description Model # Purpose Eyepieces EP20X30 For obtaining higher magnification powers EP25X30 For obtaining higher magnification powers 10x w/ Pointer EP10X30P For easier identifying of objects 10x w/ Reticle EP10X30R For measuring objects 0.5X...
  • Page 16 SM-2 Series Technical Parameters Technical Terms & Concepts Total Magnification Total magnification of a microscope is calculated by the magnification of the objective multiplied by the magnification of the eyepieces. -Ex: (10x Eyepieces) x (4x Objective) = 40x Total Magnification...
  • Page 17 SM-2 Series Troubleshooting Common Issues (Optical) Symptom Cause Remedy OPTICAL ISSUES Stains, dust, or dirt has accumulated on the speci- Clean the slide or use a new specimen if sample is Obstructions are observed in the field destroyed of view...
  • Page 18 SM-2 Series Troubleshooting Common Issues (Mechanical) Symptom Cause Remedy MECHANICAL ISSUES Focus knob does not turn The tension knob is too tight Loosen it by adjusting the tension by grabbing both knobs on the focusing rack and twisting them in opposite directions.