X-Cite
®
mini+ User Guide
Applies to X-Cite mini Series Models:
XMPS
XMPL
XTMS
XTML
XT120Lm (X-Cite 120LEDmini)
Page 1: ...X Cite mini User Guide Applies to X Cite mini Series Models XMPS XMPL XTMS XTML XT120Lm X Cite 120LEDmini...
Page 2: ...ans without the prior written consent of Excelitas Canada Inc Every effort has been made to ensure information in this manual is accurate however information in this manual is subject to change withou...
Page 3: ...3 7 Srvc Service Data 16 5 Operation External Control 17 5 1 USB RS 232 17 5 1 1 Driver Installation via internet 17 5 1 2 Driver Installation via ZIP file 18 5 1 3 Verify Installation Get COM Port Nu...
Page 4: ...5 China RoHS 31 9 6 Australia RCM 31 10 Warranty Repairs 32 10 1 Warranty Terms 32 10 2 Returning equipment to Excelitas Technologies 32 11 Contact Information 33 11 1 General 33 11 2 Technical Suppor...
Page 5: ...or use in fluorescence microscopy illumination It allows researchers the ability to excite fluorescence in samples being studied and characterize their location or behavior Excelitas Technologies Corp...
Page 6: ...tting end of the LED head The light could severely damage the cornea and retina of the eye if the light is observed directly Eye shielding must be used at all times as well as clothing to protect expo...
Page 7: ...arm function must be provided by the user to indicate a malfunction in the associated equipment used 9 Should this X Cite unit be used in a manner not specified by Excelitas Technologies the protectio...
Page 8: ...uction Sheet User Guide Software Driver downloads are available https www excelitas com product x cite mini compact led illumination system b Hex Tool 3mm c USB Cable d Power Cord e Safety Precautions...
Page 9: ...t and accessories from the shipping carton b When removing the LED Head and miniCUBE from the carton ensure that both components are supported and there is always some slack in the cable Excessive str...
Page 10: ...ee 3 fasteners provided The two 2 dowel pins on the LED Head will allow you to install the Flange quickly and in the proper position as required by your microscope Figure 4 Installing Microscope Flang...
Page 11: ...the pin on the microscope fitting hold the LED head firmly against the light port and twist the collar to lock the components together iv Olympus Tighten the hex fastener s with the 3mm Hex Tool Depe...
Page 12: ...ord supplied or one with an equivalent rating 4 Operation Manual Control 4 1 The Basics 1 Start the unit a Flip the rocker switch on the front of miniCUBE to turn X Cite mini on b The system will have...
Page 13: ...tly selected menu option click the dial to make a selection To adjust settings turn the dial To exit the setting adjustment click the dial To exit menu system at any time press and hold the dial for o...
Page 14: ...scroll through the time out options which are Off and 1 thru 999 seconds in 1 second increments Off will turn off the backlight timer i e backlight will always be on ii Click dial to save selection a...
Page 15: ...o the desired setting On will enable i e double click speedDIAL Favorite setting Off will disable i e double click speedDIAL do nothing ii Click dial to save selection and return to Favo menu d To adj...
Page 16: ...e LEDs are turned on To avoid confusion it recommended to change settings with the LEDs turned off 4 3 6 Hand Display Screen Orientation In this menu the LCD orientation can be rotated 180 This allows...
Page 17: ...cted to the internet the driver will install automatically For manual installation the driver is available as a software download from the Excelitas website Note that administrator privileges may be r...
Page 18: ...ch Windows update for the software Click Next to continue f Select Install from a list or specific location Advanced to locate the driver and click Next Select Include this location in the search and...
Page 19: ...toolbar 5 1 5 X Cite Control Panel Tips for Use a X Cite Control Panel is available as a download from the Excelitas website This tool provides an interface for controlling the X Cite mini via PC and...
Page 20: ...mp Not applicable for X Cite mini 5 1 6 Commercial Software Support a X Cite mini can be controlled through many commercially available packages Where X Cite mini specific control may not be available...
Page 21: ...energy and mechanical components accumulate wear To help minimize unnecessary consumption at the end of an imaging session or if equipment is accidentally left on X Cite mini is equipped with a TTL t...
Page 22: ...turn the LED on and off The foot pedal is an optional accessory and can be purchased separately from Excelitas Technologies 1 Installing the foot pedal a Locate the FOOT PEDAL IN FP IN input port on...
Page 23: ...ng temperature Ensure the room temperature is within the recommended operating limits If unit has been stored transported in a cold environment allow it to warm up to room temperature and restart If t...
Page 24: ...ove the fuse from the tray and check with a multi meter set to resistance An intact fuse will read 0 or another very low value an open fuse will have an extremely high reading d Note Fuses that chroni...
Page 25: ...roll through the menu options Turn dial in the opposite direction Lock icon is on display speedDIAL not responding to manual control Send unlock command via computer OR power down unit and restart TTL...
Page 26: ...f X Cite mini s LED Head miniCUBE and speedDIAL can be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution and lint free cloth 1 Turn unit off and disconnect AC power prior to cleaning 2 Use a damp cloth only...
Page 27: ...ral care and maintenance guidelines described above are followed no further maintenance is required to ensure continued superior performance If through accident or negligence the cable between miniCUB...
Page 28: ...Storage Conditions Temperature 35 to 60 C Relative Humidity 10 to 95 RH non condensing Atmospheric Pressure 500 to 1060 hPa 8 5 Input Output I O Connections Connection Connection Style Purpose speedDI...
Page 29: ...tibility The X Cite mini has been tested and found to comply with product safety and electromagnetic compatibility requirements For a complete list of tests and for certification details please contac...
Page 30: ...generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this...
Page 31: ...The crossed out wheeled bin symbol indicated above invites you to use those systems If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or regional wa...
Page 32: ...valid This guarantee may not form the basis for any claims for damages in particular not for compensation of consequential damages The warranty is not transferable No warranty is extended to perishab...
Page 33: ...8752 USA and Canada Fax 905 821 2055 1 800 668 8752 USA and Canada x cite excelitas com https www excelitas com product category x cite illuminators 11 2 Technical Support and Service For Technical Su...
