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Function of the Microscopes • • The Leica M60 B and Leica M80 B microscopes, The manufacturer assumes no liabil- These (IVD) instruments are not for which this User Manual has been written, ity for damage caused by, or any...
Use in clean rooms The cleaning of glass surfaces and objec- Servicing ★ The Leica M series can be used in clean rooms tives in particular should be carried out Repairs may only be carried out by Leica ★ without any problems.
This User Manual describes the special func- ments, read the user manuals listed above. In Our guarantee covers all faults in materials tions of the individual modules of the Leica M particular, please follow all safety instructions. and manufacture. It does not, however, cover...
Failure to comply can cause the following: MM/YYYY November 2011. Hazards to personnel (1) Numbers in parentheses within the ★ Functional disturbances or damaged descriptions relate to the figures and the ★ instruments items within those figures. Leica M series User Manual...
★ cal instruments for improving the visibility altered, modified or used in conjunction with of objects or specimens through magnifi- non-Leica components that are outside of the Electrical components must be placed at ★ cation. Accessories such as optical acces-...
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EC directives such as Repairs, service work and disassembled by the customer and WEEE. Repairs may only be carried out by Leica pack them separately. ★ Microsystems-trained service technicians. Like all electronic devices, the micro-...
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The ergonomic design and construction of the ance with this is mandatory. Leica M stereomicroscopy series are intended to reduce the exertion of the user to a minimum. Never spill any liquids on electrical instru- ★...
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Other power supplies must not be used. If the original power supply fails or is damaged, it must be replaced. Repair is not permitted. Original power supplies are avail- able from your Leica branch office or Leica dealer. Leica M series User Manual...
Dioptric Correction and Parfocality Optics Carrier Graticules Tube Eyepieces Objectives Objective Optical Accessories TL ST Transmitted Light Base (for Leica M60 B) and The Different Types of Objectives TL5000 Ergo Transmitted Light Base (for Leica M80 B) Leica M series User Manual...
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Bases Leica TL ST Transmitted Light Base: Controls (Leica M60 B) Leica TL ST Transmitted Light Base: Operation Leica TL ST Transmitted Light Base: Lamp Replacement Leica TL5000 Ergo Transmitted Light Base: Controls (Leica M80 B) Leica TL5000 Ergo Transmitted Light Base: Operation...
Do you already own stereomicroscopic equipment and are thinking of switching to Leica? No problem! The Leica M60 B and M80 B fit into the The Leica M60 B and M80 B stereomicroscopes can be used for a wide...
Maximum Compatibility Leica engineers were careful to ensure that Tubes the new Leica M series – like its predecessors The interface between the optics carrier and – remains compatible with existing series. This the tube has remained the same, so exist- means that objectives, bases, tubes and so on ing tubes fit the new M series.
On We Go If your new Leica microscope has already If, on the other hand, you are assembling your been assembled and commissioned by your Leica microscope yourself, continue with the Leica consultant, click here to skip through "Assembly" chapter, which begins on page...
1. Remove the three screws provided from the three screws. column. Tools used ★ Allen key, 3 mm Tip: Place the column on the edge of a table to attach the base and have another person help you. Leica M series User Manual...
Depending on the desired working distance, ★ the microscope carrier can be installed in the standard way or upside down (see figure below). Assembly The microscope carrier is fastened to the column using the screw provided. Leica M series User Manual...
2. Place the optics carrier into the holder and align it in such a way that the notch in the optics carrier and the bottom clamping screw are on top of each other. Leica M series User Manual...
1. Unscrew the positioning screw and remove in the same manner, as is the IC80 HD camera the protective cover. module (for the Leica M80 B). Refer also to the separately provided User Manual for the IC80 HD camera module.
You can extend the overall magnification range 2. Remove the plastic tube guard. using available 10×, 16×, 25× and 40× wide- field eyepieces for eyeglass wearers. 4. Securely tighten the clamping screws. Leica M series User Manual...
2x planapochromatic objective, 1. Remove the protective cap on the optics which is very heavy. Remove all specimens from carrier by turning it. the stage plate first. 2. Screw the objective clockwise into the optics carrier. Leica M series User Manual...
TL ST Transmitted Light Base (for Leica M60 B) and TL5000 Ergo Transmitted Light Base (for Leica M80 B) Unpacking the base Focusing drive and column 2. Attach your focusing drive column to the The base is delivered with the adapter plate 1.
The Reliable Route to Success Your Leica stereomicroscope has been delivered in completely assembled condition by your Leica partner, and naturally you want to get right to work. This manual will familiarize you with the finer details of your micro- scope.
Overview of an M Series Microscope Eyepieces for eyeglass wearers with dioptric correction and eyecups Fastening screws for the eyepieces Ergo tube Magnification changer (zoom) Optics carrier Interchangeable objective Transmitted light base Column 10 Coarse/fine focusing Leica M series User Manual...
Not to worry – after a little while, it will become automatic. Reference values The distance between eye and eyepiece measures approx. 22 mm for 10/23B wide-field eyepieces for eyeglass wearers. ✓ ✗ Leica M series User Manual...
2. If an eyepiece is equipped with the inte- Each eyepiece offers a certain magnification factor that has a determinative effect on the total magnification. Furthermore, all Leica eyepieces can be equipped with practical grati- cules that enable measuring and quantifying of specimens.
The focusing drive can be operated either ★ left- or right-handed. • The coarse/fine adjustment carries a load of up to 15 kg. The resolution of the coarse/fine adjust- ment is 1 µm. Leica M series User Manual...
The resistance can be adjusted individually depending on the equipment weight and personal preferences as follows: 1. Grip the outer drive knobs with both hands and turn them towards each other until the desired resistance is reached during focus- ing. Leica M series User Manual...
The name indicates the zoom range 1. Look into the eyepieces. covered: 2. Focus on the specimen. ★ Leica M60 B = Zoom 6:1 Leica M80 B = Zoom 8:1 3. Rotate the magnification changer until the ★ desired magnification is configured.
The risk can be kept to a minimum by using individual eyepieces or detachable eyecups. Eyecups can be ordered separately. Please contact your Leica partner. Separate eyecups are an effective way of prevent- ing infections. Leica M series User Manual...
Dioptric Correction All Leica eyepieces are also available with built- Using the dioptric correction in dioptric correction, allowing the microscope 1. Set the dioptric correction of both to be used without glasses even by those with eyepieces to the mid position ("0" diopter vision problems.
If not, repeat the process. 6. Rotate the eyepieces counterclockwise in the "+" direction as far as they will go (+5 diopter settings). Leica M series User Manual...
Graticules 2. Clamp the graticule on the insert, applying the eyepiece in the tube and then tighten- Leica graticules make counting easier, particu- moderate pressure. Ensure that the grati- ing it using the clamping screw. larly for workstations that are not equipped cule fits tightly.
With planapochromatic objectives, the ★ finest structures are visible with high contrast. The sophisticated apochromatic correction allows these objectives to attain the highest color brilliance and fidelity. Leica M series User Manual...
Leica TL ST Transmitted Light Base: Controls (Leica M60 B) Refer also to the separately provided User Manual for the TL ST transmitted light base. Extension plate of the Transmitted Light Base Rear side of the TL ST transmitted light base...
Leica TL ST Transmitted Light Base: Operation Light intensity control Control of the transmitted light Bright field The left control adjusts the intensity of the The TL ST transmitted light base has a slider that Bright field is suitable for examining translu- 12 V/20 W halogen illumination.
Leica TL ST Transmitted Light Base: Lamp Replacement Changing the halogen lamp Changing lamps Safety precautions • • Before you change the lamp, it is abso- 1. Unscrew the two screws on the cooling unit When inserting the lamp, ensure that...
Leica TL5000 Ergo Transmitted Light Base: Controls (Leica M80 B) 3 4 5 Rear side of the TL5000 Ergo Left side of the TL5000 Ergo Right side of the TL5000 Ergo Power switch for the base LED display for opening and positioning...
Leica TL5000 Ergo Transmitted Light Base: Operation The transmitted light base must only be Switching the transmitted light base on connected to a grounded socket with a and off 2. Press the on/off switch on the right side faultless power cable! Failure to observe these 1.
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Leica TL5000 Ergo Transmitted Light Base: Operation (Continued) 3. Look through the eyepiece and adjust the The following assumes that the power light intensity using the control on the switch on the rear side of the device right side. The intensity of the illumination is always switched on.
Leica TL ST Transmitted Light Base Light source Halogen lamp 12 V/20 W Quick illuminant change Illuminated area 50 mm Power supply Input voltage 100 – 240 V~, frequency 50/60 Hz Energy consumption 30 W max. Ambient temperature 10 – 40 °C...
Leica TL5000 Ergo Transmitted Light Base Light source Light source Illuminated field: Bright field ∅ 65 mm Illuminated field: Dark field ∅ 40 mm Relief Contrast System (RC™) Internal shutter/lamp control Integrated filter holder Matching of high num. aperture Remote control options AntiShock™...
Calculation example: field of view diameter in the specimen MTOT VIS = MO × ME × z × q × r N FOV ∅ OF: M O × z ×q ×r 1 × 25 × 4 × 1.5 × 1.25 = 187.5× Leica M series User Manual...
Leica microscope will continue to products/stereo-microscopes-macroscopes/ work as well as it did on the very first day. routine-manual/ Plugs, optical systems and mechanical parts ★...
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Keep accessories in a dust-free place when Remove dust with a bellows and a soft ★ ★ not in use. paintbrush. Clean eyepieces and objectives with special ★ optics cleaning cloths and pure alcohol. Leica M series User Manual...