Which Model Do You Have - scope LSU VL-7EX II User Manual

Handheld Microscope Users Guide

Which model do you have?

There are several types of hand-held microscopes, some of which are sold as toys. This manual
provides detailed instructions for four models designed for classroom use: the "New" Scope-On-
A-Rope (VL-7EX II), the "Old" Scope-On-A-Rope (VL-7EX), the L2, and the ProScope. The chart
below will help you distinguish these different models.
The name Scope-On-A-Rope is trademarked to Louisiana State University and is used to denote
the model used by its outreach program. Although there are several models of hand-held scopes
available, the outreach program at Louisiana State University recommends the Scalar VL-7EX II
(aka the "New" SOAR), which was introduced in the Fall of 2008. It is the most durable, has the
highest resolution, and is the most versatile of all the hand-held scopes currently available. The
original VL-7EX SOAR (aka the "Old" SOAR) was first sold in 1998. These two versions of the
scope are virtually identical, and both have superior resolution and durability.
LSU VL-7EX II
Model
("New" SOAR)
Image
Currently Yes, it was
available for released in Fall
purchase?
Analog or
Analog, although
digital output?
output can be
(see
converted for
explanation
below)
Has a button
labeled "LIGHT"
Other
Features
2
LSU VL-7EX
("Old" SOAR)
(only available prior
2008 to 2008)
Analog, although
output can be
converted for digital
digital use
Has a button
labeled "ON"
L2
No
Yes
Analog, although
output can be
converted for
use digital use
White color; has a
yellow video cable
for connecting to a
TV
ProScope HR
Yes
Digital only
Silver color;
has a USB cable
that plugs into a
computer