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Mantis PIXO stereo microscope with
dynamic perspective optics, a choice of
up to 3 fixed magnification objectives and
built in camera to capture, review and
share digital images.
Mantis ERGO stereo microscope
with dynamic perspective optics
and a choice of up to 3 fixed
magnification objectives.
Mantis IOTA compact
stereo microscope with
dynamic perspective
optics.

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  • Page 1 Mantis PIXO stereo microscope with dynamic perspective optics, a choice of up to 3 fixed magnification objectives and built in camera to capture, review and share digital images. Mantis ERGO stereo microscope with dynamic perspective optics and a choice of up to 3 fixed magnification objectives.
  • Page 2 COPYRIGHT INTRODUCTION GENERAL USER GUIDE USER GUIDE Safety Servicing Cleaning Symbols CONTENTS HEALTH & SAFETY Electrical Safety Illumination Environmental Considerations Operator Wellbeing Compliance Statements PIXO & ERGO Unpacking Controls Dimmer Controls Fitting Lenses Turret Operation PIXO - Camera Operation IOTA Unpacking Controls Dimmer Controls...
  • Page 3 Vision Engineering Ltd. be liable for direct or indirect loss or damage of any kind, including loss of profit, revenue, goodwill or anticipated savings. All such warranties are hereby excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law.
  • Page 4 Vision Engineering Ltd. prides itself in designing and manufacturing products that make a real difference to your work. Mantis PIXO, Mantis ERGO and Mantis IOTA are the next additions to a line of groundbreaking products. They offer a wide field of view, small footprint, and ease-of use to maximise your productivity.
  • Page 5 • All operators have read, understood and observe the user manual, in particular the safety regulations. SERVICING Repairs may only be carried out by Vision Engineering-trained service personnel. Only original Vision Engineering spare parts may be used. CLEANING • Disconnect your system from the electrical source before cleaning.

  • Page 6: Health And Safety

    • Do not operate your system with wet hands. • Only use with the power supply unit provided, in case of a lost or damaged power supply, the correct replacement must be obtained from Vision Engineering. • Electrical input to heads and stands - 12V, 3Amp.

  • Page 7: Operator Wellbeing

    COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS Vision Engineering and its products conforms to the requirements of the EC Directives on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS). This product conforms to the UKCA and CE marks, demonstrating that it meets the requirements of the applicable directives.
  • Page 8 USER GUIDE UNPACKING PIXO & ERGO Mantis PIXO or ERGO Head Power Supply Objective Lenses (3x, 4x, 6x, 8x, 10x, 15x, 6x SLWD, 8x SLWD as ordered) Glare Hood USB-C to USB-A Cable (PIXO only) USB Stick with Software (PIXO only)
  • Page 9 USER GUIDE CONTROLS PIXO & ERGO Mounting Cover Mounting Lock Point IPD (interpupillary distance) Adjustment Right Dimmer Control Left Dimmer Control On/Off Switch USC-C Camera Output (PIXO Only) 5V USB-A Power Only Output 12V Power Input Lens Turret Interface Mounting Point CONTENTS...

  • Page 10: Dimmer Controls

    USER GUIDE DIMMER CONTROLS PIXO & ERGO Left Right Dimmer Dimmer Control Control Use the On/Off switch on the rear right of the unit to switch the lighting off. This will turn on again with the same lighting settings as when it was turned off. PIXO &...
  • Page 11 USER GUIDE FITTING LENSES PIXO & ERGO Thumbscrew location THE PIXO & ERGO HEADS HAVE A 3 POSITION TURRET TO ALLOW THE USER TO EASILY SWITCH BETWEEN MULTIPLE LENSES. Fitting the lens Fitting can be done at any of the 3 lens positions, but the back right position offers the clearest access to the thumbscrew.
  • Page 12 USER GUIDE TURRET OPERATION PIXO & ERGO To switch between turret positions, gently rotate the turret clockwise or anti-clockwise to the desired position. There is a determined position where each lens lines up properly and will lock into position. NOTE: All of the objectives are designed to be parfocal. When rotating the turret, the objective will remain in focus (excluding SLWD objectives).

  • Page 13: Camera Operation

    USER GUIDE CAMERA OPERATION PIXO USB-A end connects to PC Connect USB-C cable to the rear of the PIXO head and connect the other end to your PC. Follow the documents supplied with the software of choice for installation & viewing instructions. Ensure that the USB-C to USB-A cable is USB3.0 or better.
  • Page 14 USER GUIDE UNPACKING IOTA Mantis IOTA Head Power Supply Objective Lenses (3x, 4x, 6x, 8x as ordered) CONTENTS...
  • Page 15 USER GUIDE CONTROLS IOTA IPD Adjustment Mounting Lock Point Mounting Point On/Off Switch and Dimmer Switch 12V Power Input DIMMER CONTROL OPERATION The IOTA system has a single dimmer control on the right hand side of the unit which controls both the left and right LED arrays together.
  • Page 16 USER GUIDE FITTING LENSES IOTA Lock Unlock REMOVE PROTECTOR CAP ON BOTTOM OF UNIT (IF FITTED) AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE To fit the lens 1. Locate 3 tabs of the objective lens into the slots on base of the unit and push upwards. 2.
  • Page 17 VERSO ARM USER GUIDE UNPACKING VERSO ARM VERSO Arm VERSO Forearm Pack (Option) VERSO Base Mount VERSO Bench Clamp Clamp Fixing Screws (4) Dust Cover Retaining and pivot washers VERSO Forearm Pack (Option) VERSO Forearm Extension Power Cable Pivot washer and screw CONTENTS...
  • Page 18 VERSO ARM USER GUIDE ASSEMBLY VERSO base mount mounting options VERSO ARM Bench Clamp Direct Mount The VERSO arm can be mounted to a work-surface using either the Bench Clamp or by screwing directly onto a surface of sufficient strength. If using the Bench Clamp, connect this to the Base Mount using the 4 fixings provided.
  • Page 19 VERSO ARM USER GUIDE ADJUSTMENTS VERSO ARM Cable Tidy Cover The VERSO arm counterbalance should be adjusted depending on the weight of the head mounted on it. The weight varies between PIXO, ERGO, IOTA with objectives fitted and if the Forearm is used. TO ADJUST THE COUNTERBALANCE Remove the Cable Tidy Cover to expose the Thumbwheel adjuster.

  • Page 20: Friction Brake

    VERSO ARM USER GUIDE ADJUSTMENTS VERSO ARM Friction Brake FRICTION BRAKE Use the Friction Brake handle on the right hand side of the VERSO Arm to apply friction and/or lock the vertical movement of the arm in place. CABLE TIDIES Cable tidies on the VERSO Arm and the Forearm can be detached in order to route any cables down the arm.
  • Page 21 VERSO ARM USER GUIDE ADJUSTMENTS VERSO ARM VERSO ARM MOVEMENT RESTRICTOR This part is supplied with the x10 and x15 PIXO/ERGO objective lenses. This is recommended to be used when the x10 or x15 objectives are in use on an PIXO or ERGO head use mounted on the VERSO arm without the forearm extension.
  • Page 22 STABILA STAND USER GUIDE UNPACKING STABILA STAND STABILA Column Cable Tidy Clip Tools Fixing Screw (2) Dust Cover Retaining washer and screw STABILA Stand Base (with or without substage option) Power Interface Cable (substage base only) Fixing Screws (4) Tools CONTENTS...
  • Page 23 STABILA STAND USER GUIDE ASSEMBLY ATTACHING COLUMN TO BASE STABILA STAND Lay the column horizontally on its back. Make sure this is on a flat surface and use some of the packaging foam to protect the back of the column. Line up the column with the 4 holes in a square pattern.
  • Page 24 STABILA STAND USER GUIDE INTERFACES STABILA STAND Mounting Point Focus Adjustment Power Cable for Mantis Head Substage Dimmer Cable Retaining Clip Control Substage Light/Viewing Area • Rotate clockwise to increase brightness. • Rotate anti-clockwise to decrease brightness. • Press down to turn off lighting. Power Interfaces CONTENTS...
  • Page 25 STABILA STAND USER GUIDE ADJUSTMENTS STABILA STAND Focus Adjustment Knob Focus Adjustment Knob ADJUSTING THE FRICTION IN THE FOCUS MECHANISM The friction in the focus mechanism can be adjusted for two reasons: • Improves the operation of the stand for different head weights. •...
  • Page 26 USER GUIDE MOUNTING Mounting point cover MANTIS HEAD Mounting pin Secure retaining washer and screw TO MOUNT ANY MANTIS HEAD TO A COMPATIBLE STAND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1. Remove mounting point cover on head. 2. Place the pivot washer on the mounting pin and lower the head onto the mounting pin and make sure the head is mounted straight and the pin is all the way through the mounting hole.
  • Page 27 USER GUIDE USER COMFORT MANTIS ADJUSTING THE MANTIS HEAD EYE SPACING Adjust the IPD (Interpupillary distance) knob on the side of the Mantis head to obtain a comfortable stereo view. Slowly turn the knob until the subject being viewed can be seen comfortably in both eyes.
  • Page 28 PILOT STAGE USER GUIDE UNPACKING PILOT STAGE Pilot Stage Stage Pillars (4) Fitting Screws (4) Tools CONTENTS...
  • Page 29 PILOT STAGE USER GUIDE ASSEMBLY PILOT STAGE 1. Remove the object plate or glass holder from your stand. 2. Fit 4x Stage Pillars to the holes in the stand. 3. Align the Pilot Stage (without stage glass) so the mounting holes line up with the stage pillars.

  • Page 30: Operation

    PILOT STAGE USER GUIDE OPERATION PILOT STAGE Press in the handles on either side of the Pilot Stage to release the brake mechanism. Move the stage to the desired position and release the handle to apply the brake. The handles can be used individually for one handed operation or together for greater precision.

  • Page 31: General Care

    • The Mantis lenses should be cleaned with a lens cleaning cloth. • Keep accessories in a dust-free environment when not in use. SERVICE Service and repair work must only be carried out by service engineers authorized by Vision Engineering. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Desiccant cover DESICCANT REPLACEMENT The desiccant removes excess moisture from the optical head.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    USER GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING NO POWER • Check that jack plug is fully home in the socket. IMAGE LOOKS BLURRED • The lens could be dirty. The lens can be cleaned gently with a soft, dry cloth. A damp or course cloth can damage the coating and polished surface on the lens. •...

  • Page 33: Service Record

    USER GUIDE SERVICE RECORD SERVICE COMMENTS DATE OF SERVICE NEXT SERVICE DATE COMPANY SIGNATURE CONTENTS...

  • Page 34: Warranty

    If during the warranty period the product is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at facilities of Vision Engineering or elsewhere, all at the option of Vision Engineering. However, Vision Engineering reserves the right to refund the purchase price if it is unable to provide replacement, and repair is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made.
  • Page 35 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS USER GUIDE PIXO - ERGO - IOTA HEADS Optical Camera (PIXO Only) Camera Resolution 5.04 Mp Compatible Objective SLWD SLWD Best Capture Resolution 2592 x 1944 Max. Working Distance (mm) Frame Refresh Rate (max) 48 frames per second Measured Max FoV (mm) 44.1 35.7...
  • Page 36 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS USER GUIDE USER GUIDE STANDS STABILA Stand 17.6” - 22” A (Workbench to top of the head) 20” - 26.1” (513–663mm) (449–559mm) B (throat, optical axis to column) 8.6” (218mm) 8.6” (218mm) C (length) 16.6” (422mm) 16.6” (422mm) D (width) 11.4”...
  • Page 37 USER GUIDE SERIAL NUMBER The images below indicate where you can find the serial number on each Mantis head and stand. Mantis PIXO/ERGO/IOTA HEAD VERSO ARM STABILA STAND CONTENTS...

  • Page 38: System Options

    USER GUIDE USER GUIDE SYSTEM OPTIONS ITEM PART NUMBER ITEM PART NUMBER MANTIS PIXO HEAD OPTIONS ACCESSORIES MANTIS PIXO 5MP MPH001 DUST COVER MTA360 PILOT STAGE MTB220 MANTIS PIXO white/UV 5MP MPH003 CONTRAST ENHANCING BASE TMB001 MANTIS PIXO LENS OPTIONS...
  • Page 39 USER GUIDE USER GUIDE SYSTEM OPTIONS ITEM PART NUMBER ITEM PART NUMBER MANTIS ERGO HEAD OPTIONS ACCESSORIES MANTIS ERGO MRH001 DUST COVER MTA360 PILOT STAGE MTB220 MANTIS ERGO white/UV MRH002 CONTRAST ENHANCING BASE FOR USE WITH BOOM STAND TMB001 MANTIS ERGO LENS OPTIONS PLAIN TILTING STAGE TSG001 MTO003...
  • Page 40 USER GUIDE USER GUIDE SYSTEM OPTIONS ITEM PART NUMBER ITEM PART NUMBER MANTIS IOTA HEAD OPTIONS ACCESSORIES MANTIS IOTA MIH001 DUST COVER MTA360 PILOT STAGE MTB220 MANTIS IOTA LENS OPTIONS CONTRAST ENHANCING BASE FOR USE WITH BOOM STAND TMB001 MTO103 PLAIN TILTING STAGE TSG001 MTO104...

  • Page 41: How To Videos

    USER GUIDE USER GUIDE HOW TO VIDEOS Unpacking Assembly & Operation Mantis PIXO or ERGO Head Assemble Mantis on Stabila Stand Mantis IOTA head Assemble Mantis on Verso Arm Assemble Mantis on Verso Arm with extension Basic operation of Mantis PIXO...
  • Page 42 Disclaimer - Vision Engineering Ltd. has a policy of continuous development and reserves the right to change or update, without notice, the design, materials or specification of any products, the information contained within this user guide and to discontinue production or distribution of any of the products described.

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