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- Page 1 FM580 Series User’s Manual...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Centering Fluorescent Bulb ................Changing the Mercury Bulb ................Changing the Halogen Bulb ................Maintenance/Precautions ..................Specifications ................16 FM580 Series Specifications ................16 Optional Accessories ..................... 17 Technical Parameters ..............18 Electrical System ....................Parameters ......................Technical Terms & Concepts ................ -
Page 3: Before Use
Before Use Introduction Congratulations on the purchase of your new AmScope microscope! This manual is designed for the FM580 series microscopes. Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the features and functions of your new microscope. If you’ d like more information on microscopes, parts, or accessories, please visit our website at: www.iScopeCorp.com... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
FM580 Series Before Use Safety Precautions As the microscope is a precision instrument, always handle it with care, avoiding impact or abrupt movement during transportation. Do not shake the package. Do not place the microscope in direct sunlight or in high heat. Keep it indoors in a dry and clean place with temperature between 32-100 degrees F (0-40 degrees C), and in maximum relative humidity of 85%. -
Page 5: Parts
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Page 6: Definition Of Parts
FM580 Series Parts Definition of Parts Coarse Focusing Knob Used to initially bring the sample into the sight and focus Condenser & Iris Diaphragm Controls the amount of light that hits the sample Dimmer Controls the amount of light that escapes from the base lens... - Page 7 FM580 Series Parts Definition of Parts Power Box A separate power source for fluorescent applications that allows heat from the power source to be kept away from the heat from the mercury bulb (which when combined could melt or damage components of the microscope) Rotating Head Adjusts eyepieces to fit the distance between the user’s eyes for added comfort...
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Page 8: Getting Started
FM580 Series Getting Started Assembly 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 FM580 Series Getting Started 5. Install Fluorescence Filter Module. Loosen the lock-screw with M4 hex spanner (included) and take off the cover. Push filter selector to right side to show the sliding rail. Push the filter module 1 into the sliding channel until clicking sound heard.
- Page 10 FM580 Series Getting Started On the back of the microscope are two different light paths for the light housings. Attach each to their respective opening and secure. Attach the power box to the upper light housing, and plug in both the microscope and the power box.
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Page 11: Operation
FM580 Series Operation Setting Up 1. Loosen the head lock screw and adjust the microscope head so that it is in a comfortable position for observation. 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 12: Adjusting The Condenser & Diaphragm
FM580 Series Operation moving the stage very close to the objectives. The limit stop is designed to prevent impact between objective and slide, so when it is off you will be able to damage the microscope. For safety, when using the 40x and 100x objectives, engage the limit stop once you have it close or in contact with the objective (if using oil contact is required). -
Page 13: Using The Trinocular Port
You do not need an adapter to attach your AmScope camera to the trinocular port. However you may need one if you have a non-AmScope camera. Our photo port is a 23mm size. -
Page 14: Centering Fluorescent Bulb
FM580 Series Operation near the selector Centering of the light is crucial to achieve optimal results, and can be found in the following section. Centering Fluorescent Bulb 1. When operating a fluorescent model the mercury bulb and path of light must be perfectly aligned for desired results. -
Page 15: Changing The Halogen Bulb
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 16: Specifications
FM580 Series Specifications Parts Specifications FM580TA FM580TB FM580TC Extreme WF Eyepiece WF10X/18mm WF10X/18mm w/ Pointer WF10X/18mm w/ Reticle WF16X/13mm WF20X/10mm WF25X/10mm 4X/0.10 DIN Infinity Objectives 10X/0.25 20X(spring)/0.65 40X(spring)/0.85 Trinocular Siedentopf Trinocular Port C-Mount Photoport 23mm Photo Port Focusing Coaxial Focusing System... -
Page 17: Optional Accessories
FM580 Series Specifications Parts Description Model # Purpose Eyepieces EP20X30 Obtaining additional magnification powers EP25X30 For obtaining additional magnification powers 10x w/ Pointer EP10X30P For easier identifying of objects 10x w/ Reticle EP10X30R For measuring objects Dry Darkfield Condenser DK-DRY200-INF... -
Page 18: Technical Parameters
FM580 Series Technical Parameters Electrical System There are two options for electrical systems for this series of microscope. The light source is dependent on which model you have, but can either be a 6V/20W halogen, a 6V/30W halogen, or an LED system. -
Page 19: Technical Terms & Concepts
FM580 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 20: Troubleshooting
FM580 Series Troubleshooting Common Issues Symptom Cause Remedy OPTICAL ISSUES One side of the field The nosepiece if misaligned Turn the nosepiece until it clicks into place of view is darker Stains or dust has accumulated on the condenser, Clean all lenses with lens cleaner or a lint free non-... - Page 21 FM580 Series Troubleshooting Symptom Cause Remedy OPTICAL ISSUES The color of the The brightness adjustment knob is not Adjust the brightness knob to a higher or lower setting for color in the right position image is not clarity accurate No filter is used or filter is in use...
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