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Superior  mechanics  and  enhanced  optics 

distinguish  the  sophisticated  features  of  our 
Advanced  Microscope  series.  Although  this 
microscope  is  designed  for  basic  laboratory 
applications,  the  manual  is  written  at  the  novice 
level.  Experienced  users  may  simply  skip  ahead 
to  the  relevant  sections,  as  much  of  the  manual 
covers  basic  operation.  Read  about  your 
microscope’s features and how to use them, plus 
how  to  protect  your  investment  with  proper  care 
and maintenance.  

The  Advanced  Microscope  5200  series 

includes three models. Pages 2-4 cover the basic 
features  and  functions  of  the  MI-5200BIN  model, 
most  of  which  are  common  to  the  entire  series. 
The  different  heads  on  the  MI-5200DHD  and  MI-
5200STD models are discussed on page 6.  

Table of Contents 

Table of Contents ................................................. 2

 

General Microscope Care .................................... 2

 

Unpacking ......................................................... 2

 

Cleaning ........................................................... 2

 

Features & Definitions .......................................... 2

 

Microscope Diagram ......................................... 2

 

Description of Components .............................. 3

 

Operating Procedure ............................................ 4

 

Installing the Microscope Head ........................ 4

 

MI-5200BIN Model ............................................... 4

 

Using the Binocular Head ................................. 4

 

Getting Started ................................................. 4

 

Changing Magnification .................................... 5

 

Using the 100x Oil Immersion Objective .......... 5

 

Using Filters ...................................................... 6

 

MI-5200STD Model .............................................. 6 
MI-5200DHD Model ............................................. 6

 

Adding a Digital Camera ................................... 6 

Maintenance ......................................................... 6

 

Adjusting the Stage Stop .................................. 6 
Changing the Bulb ............................................ 6

 

Adjusting Tension ............................................. 7

 

Troubleshooting ................................................ 7

 

Specifications ....................................................... 8

 

Warranty ............................................................... 8

 

General Microscope Care 

Unpacking 

The Advanced Microscopes are shipped in a 

two-part  Styrofoam  case  with  the  head  and  base 
separate.  Keep  it  for  storage,  transport,  and 
shipping. It is perfect packing material should you 
ever  need  to  send  your  microscope  in  for  repairs 
covered by the warranty.  

When handling your microscope, always pick 

it up by the arm. Avoid touching the lens surfaces 
on  the  eyepiece  or  objective  lenses,  as 
fingerprints diminish image quality.

 

 

Cleaning 

Dirty  lenses  compromise  optical  quality.  Use 

a  dustcover  and  clean  the  lenses  regularly  to 
greatly enhance your microscope use.  

To  clean  lens  surfaces,  remove  dust  with  a 

soft  brush  or  a  can  of  compressed  air.  Then 
moisten  a  piece  of  lens  paper  with  some  lens 
cleaning  solution  (MI-OPTIKIT).  Gently  clean  the 
eyepiece,  objective  lens  exterior  surface,  and 
condenser  using  a  circular  motion.  Repeat  with  a 
second 

paper 

moistened 

with 

solution 

if 

necessary. Repeat once again with a piece of dry 
lens paper until the lens is clean and dry. 

Do not 

spray lens cleaner directly on the lens.  

Features & Definitions  

Microscope Diagram

 

1. Eyepieces 

3. Arm 

4. Nosepiece 

2. Rotating head 

6. Stage stop 

9. Iris 

diaphragm 

 

10. Filter holder 

 

8. 1.25 N.A. 

Abbe 

condenser 

7. Stage 

5. Objective 

lenses 

11. Coarse focus 

12. Fine focus 

13. Illuminator 

14. Illuminator intensity 

control 

Summary of Contents for MI-5200BIN

Page 1: ...0BIN Advanced Binocular Microscope MI 5200DHD Advanced Dual head Microscope MI 5200STD Advanced Microscope 1 800 860 6272 www homesciencetools com Copyright 2012 by Home Training Tools Ltd All rights...

Page 2: ...enance 6 Adjusting the Stage Stop 6 Changing the Bulb 6 Adjusting Tension 7 Troubleshooting 7 Specifications 8 Warranty 8 General Microscope Care Unpacking The Advanced Microscopes are shipped in a tw...

Page 3: ...ent damage to the objective or slide The 100x objective is oil immersion this is described on page 5 6 Stage stop Also called a safety rack stop this screw and lock nut located between the stage and t...

Page 4: ...d extended viewing comfort Using the Binocular Head To best use this feature you must set the interpupillary distance to match the distance between your eyes pupils and adjust the diopters to compensa...

Page 5: ...focus 10 Adjust the iris diaphragm to reduce light by pulling the lever toward you when facing the stage until the image has clear sharp contrast You need less light on lower power and more light on...

Page 6: ...cular eyepieces which are described on page 3 Adjustments will vary among different users 1 Have inclined eyepiece user focus the microscope 2 Have the vertical eyepiece user rotate the diopter adjust...

Page 7: ...er on or rotate illumination intensity control 3 The bulb is burned out 4 The power source outlet is inoperative 5 The incorrect bulb is installed Light flickers 1 The bulb is not properly inserted in...

Page 8: ...e clips and integrated mechanical stage Mechanical Stage Low position coaxial x y controls provide precise 70 mm movement on the x axis and 30 mm movement on the y axis Condenser Adjustable 1 25 N A A...

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