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INTRODUCTION SX45 Stereo Zoom Microscope Vision Engineering manufacture a wide range of patented optical systems, offering fatigue-free viewing with superb hand-eye co-ordination, for improved quality and productivity. To achieve the most from this precision instrument, please read the enclosed assembly instructions, usage and maintenance guidelines.
LED ringlight OPERATION & SETUP Binocular/Trinocular head Bench stand Boom stand Articulated arm Camera focusing (Trinocular head only) OTHER SOLUTIONS FROM VISION ENGINEERING Stereo microscopes Non-contact measuring systems SERVICE RECORD Head serial number Bench stand serial number Service record WARRANTY www.visioneng.com/support...
PACKING CONTENTS Boom stand Focusing arm Vertical bar Boom clamp Horizontal bar Focusing clamp bolt Base Hexagonal key (not shown) Articulated arm Focus arm link Ergonomic beam Secondary link Link collar Bench mount Securing collar Focusing arm SX45 Stereo Zoom Microscope www.visioneng.com/support...
ASSEMBLY Head (Binocular/Trinocular) Ensuring all components are clean and dust-free, attach the binocular head as follows: ► Loosen the securing screw ► Lower the head into the location ring ► Tighten the securing screw Warning: With the head in place, always support the column and base when moving the instrument.
ASSEMBLY Bench stand Place the bench stand on a flat and even surface in a clean and dry environment. Power lead connection ► Turn the power switch to the Off (0) position. ► lug the IEC connector into the rear of the SX45 stand.
ASSEMBLY Boom stand ► Place base on a flat and even surface. ► Insert the vertical bar into support and tighten screws. ► Slide clamp over the vertical bar and secure. ► Slide horizontal bar through the clamp and secure. ►...
ASSEMBLY Articulated arm ► Secure bench mount to work surface using clamp. ► Slide the securing collar over the mount and secure. ► Slide the link collar over the mount and secure. ► Insert secondary link into the link collar and secure.
ASSEMBLY LED ringlight (optional) ► Slide the LED ringlight over the bottom of the head of the microscope. ► Secure with screws ► Connect power lead, and plug in. SX45 Stereo Zoom Microscope www.visioneng.com/support...
OPERATION & SETUP Camera focusing (Trinocular head only) ► Screw the camera adaptor onto the top of the head ► Loosen screw on the top of the camera adaptor and set to the lowest position. ► Attach the camera to the adaptor. ►...
OTHER SOLUTIONS FROM VISION ENGINEERING Vision engineering manufactures a wide range of stereo inspection and non-contact measuring systems. For all product information, please visit our website. Stereo inspection systems Product Picture Features Description 2.5 diopters A state of the art bench magnifier for...
OTHER SOLUTIONS FROM VISION ENGINEERING Non-contact measuring systems Product Picture Features Description 150mm x 100mm stage QC-200 Microprocessor Entry level, 2–axis measuring system. Kestrel Ideal for shop floor gauging applications. Eyepieceless viewing system Video Edge Detection option 150mm x 100mm stage...
SERVICE RECORD Head serial number Bench stand serial number Service Type Comments Date of service Date of next service Company Signature www.visioneng.com/support SX45 Stereo Zoom Microscope...
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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. Shipment costs for warranty repairs, to and from Vision Engineering facilities will not, normally, be borne by 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.
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For more information... Vision Engineering has a network of offices and technical distributors around the world. For more information, please contact your Vision Engineering branch, local authorised distributor, or visit our website. Vision Engineering Ltd. Vision Engineering Inc. Vision Engineering Ltd.
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