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MC Series
Measurement Microscope

Instruction Manual

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Summary of Contents for MC Series

Page 1: ...MC Series Measurement Microscope Instruction Manual ...

Page 2: ...1 Incident Light Operation Brightfield 3 2 Using the Polarizer Slide In Analyzer 3 3 Photomicrography with 35mm SLR and Digital SLR Cameras 3 4 Photomicrography with Digital Still Cameras 3 5 Connecting a Video or Other Camera that uses a C type mount 4 0 Maintenance and Cleaning 5 0 Troubleshooting 5 1 Replacing the mains fuse in the Fiber Optic Illuminator 5 2 Incident Light does not work 5 3 Re...

Page 3: ...deo microscopy The MC Series Microscopes delivers crisp distortion free high resolution images in Brightfield mode Meiji Techno supplies a variety of accessories including eyepiece micrometers and camera adapters 1 1 Microscope Features Heavy Duty Rugged Design Optics can be raised or lowered to fit odd specimens S Plan Episcopic Metallurgical Objectives Infinity Corrected Optical System Powerful ...

Page 4: ... automatically void the warranty In no event shall Meiji Techno be liable to any person or entity for any incidental indirect or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use or performance of a modified or altered product 1 4 Product Safety Information Handling the Microscope DO NOT OPERATE THE ILLUMINATOR UNLESS THE UNIT IS PROPERLY GROUNDED Use only the specified power cord...

Page 5: ...ANTY Warranty of Meiji Techno s product extends to the original purchaser of the product and is not transferable WARRANTY DURATION Meiji Techno warrants this product against defects in material and or workmanship for the life of the instrument from the date of original purchase to the original purchaser The electrical warranty is one year OWNER S REGISTRATION CARD Return of the owner s registratio...

Page 6: ... for warranty service are received which are not justified In these cases Meiji Techno will provide an explanation for non warranty action WARRANTY TERMS The terms of this warranty may not be varied by any person whether or not purporting to represent or act on behalf of Meiji Techno The limited lifetime warranty provided is in lieu of any and all warranties expressed or implied whether for mercha...

Page 7: ...trol Lever 5 Trinocular Head 6 Height Adjustment Knob 7 Coaxial coarse and fine focusing controls 8 Incident Light Iris and Filter Tray 9 Infinity Corrected Objectives 10 Incident Light Stage MA728 Transmitted Stage with Glass Plate MA729 11 Optional Mitutoyo Digimatic Micrometer Heads one each for X and Y directions 12 Brightness Control for Fiber Optic Illumination 13 Power Switch for Fiber Opti...

Page 8: ...ease check your packing slip to insure that all materials are present Keep a copy for your records so that you have the proper information when ordering more equipment ordering replacement parts or accessories or when calling for technical support Please make sure that no small pieces or parts are left in the packing material Keep the packing materials in a safe place for the purpose of storage an...

Page 9: ...jectives from their objective cases while being careful not to touch any part of the optics Then screw each objective into a nosepiece opening Install them incrementally or in order of power e g 5 10 20 and 50 Un package each digital micrometer and install the two 164 162 s into the stage One may need to loosen the Allen bolts that clamp the micrometers into place If a Z axis micrometer was purcha...

Page 10: ...ng together the eyetubes until a uniform round field is achieved Make note of the number marked on the viewing head so you can repeat the setting later The number indicated on the microscope head is your IP expressed in millimeters That number will also need to be dialed up on the left eyetube as shown at right Once this is done the microscope is adjusted to this user Other users will have differe...

Page 11: ...me Always handle your microscope with care and avoid abrupt motion vibration and shock Do not install any bulb in your instrument other than ones designated by Meiji Techno FL150 70 21V 150W Halogen For Fiber Optic Illuminator FL150 or FT190 Series Avoid Dismantling Never attempt to dismantle the instrument This will void your warranty and could possibly lead to the instrument no longer performing...

Page 12: ...men quickly Be sure the objective clicks into place when you turn the objective nosepiece 6 The aperture iris diaphragm located on the vertical illuminator can be stopped down or closed somewhat to give the observation of your specimen more or less contrast or resolving power Stopping down the diaphragm decreases resolution and brightness but increases image contrast and depth of focus Possible Br...

Page 13: ...ed right below the viewing head as shown It can be inserted or withdrawn from the optical path by grabbing the chrome knob and sliding it east west in its slot The lever on the side rotates the filter between 0 and 90 degrees as shown at right With the polarizing filter in place and the analyzer engaged and the lever set at 45 degrees the polarizing elements are said to be crossed and the field of...

Page 14: ... Ring that matches the camera to be used The table below shows the different cameras and adapter rings that can be used T2 Camera Adapter Rings T2 1 T2 2 T2 3 T2 4 T2 5 T2 6 T2 7 T2 8 T2 9 T2 10 Canon Minolta Pentax K Pentax S threaded Nikon Olympus Contax Yashica Konica Canon EOS Minolta Alpha Maxim 2000 In addition a photo eyepiece will be needed to make an image for the camera The table below s...

Page 15: ...M2 MA151 30 46mm J30 MD M2 MA151 40 46mm J30 MD M2 MA151 50 Canon Powershot A60 A70 A75 A85 52mm AUB52A60 MD M1A MA151 30 52mm AUB52A60 MD M1A MA151 30 52mm AUB52A60 MD M1A MA151 40 52mm AUB52A60 MD M1A MA151 50 Canon Powershot A80 A95 52mm J53 MD M1A MA151 30 52mm J53 MD M1A MA151 30 52mm J53 MD M1A MA151 40 52mm J53 MD M1A MA151 50 Canon Powershot A510 A520 52mm A52B510C MD M1A MA151 30 52mm A52...

Page 16: ...MD M1A MA151 50 Minolta Konica Z3 52mm J29 MD M1A MA151 30 52mm J29 MD M1A MA151 30 52mm J29 MD M1A MA151 40 52mm J29 MD M1A MA151 50 Nikon Coolpix 4300 885 MA151 30 57 MA151 30 57 MA151 40 56 MA151 45 56 MA151 50 56 Nikon Coolpix 800 900 950 990 995 4500 MA151 30 50 MA151 30 51 MA151 40 50 MA151 45 50 Nikon Coolpix 5000 MA151 30 70 MA151 30 71 MA151 40 70 MA151 45 70 52mm J51 MD M1A MA151 50 Niko...

Page 17: ...30 91 MA151 40 90 MA151 45 90 MA151 50 90 Sony DSC H1 52mm RT5256H MD M1A MA151 30 52mm RT5256H MD M1A MA151 30 52mm RT5256H MD M1A MA151 40 52mm RT5256H MD M1A MA151 50 Sony DSC W1 DSC W5 DSC W7 52mm P06366 MD M1A MA151 30 52mm P06366 MD M1A MA151 30 52mm P06366 MD M1A MA151 40 52mm P06366 MD M1A MA151 50 Sony DSC V1 52mm RT5245VT MD M1A MA151 30 52mm RT5245VT MD M1A MA151 30 52mm RT5245VT MD M1A...

Page 18: ...ers Optional C Mounts With Lenses For all Meiji Trinocular Microscopes MA151 35 03 C Mount Adapter with 0 30X lens Slips over existing photo tube MA151 35 04 C Mount Adapter with 0 45X lens Slips over existing photo tube MA151 35 15 C Mount Adapter with 1 0X lens Slips over existing photo tube MA151 35 20 C Mount Adapter with 0 7X lens Slips over existing photo tube MA151 35 25 C Mount Adapter wit...

Page 19: ...o get obstructed so keeping your microscope clean will help the overall quality of your work Cleaning of Painted Surfaces Use a soft brush or lint free cotton cloth to removed dust and loose particles Tough dirt can be removed with water and a mild detergent NEVER USE ACETONE OR OTHER HARSH CHEMICALS Painted or plastic surfaces should not be tarnished or etched with cleaning agents that are too po...

Page 20: ... for any other reason We do not advise cleaning the inside surfaces of objectives or eyepieces Use a soft brush bellows brush or a soft lint free cotton cloth to removed dust and loose particles For tough dirt use a soft lint free cotton cloth moistened with distilled water If that fails carefully try using medical or reagent grade isopropyl alcohol Wipe lenses immediately Over time water and solv...

Page 21: ...n mechanical or electrical issues you may have Operational Issues Please refer to the previous Operations chapters which coincide with the observation mode that you are using The most common operational problems include the improper positioning of contrast accessories the improper adjustment or the incorrect parts installed If you are unable to obtain the desired image from the microscope please r...

Page 22: ...ECT YOUR EQUIPMENT BEFORE DOING ANY REPAIR Location of Mains Fuse The mains fuse of the FL150 Fiber Optic Illuminator s is located on the back panel of the device as shown The mains fuse of the FT190 Fiber Optic Illuminator s is located on the back panel of the device as shown ...

Page 23: ...ype and rating which is 150W Halogen Systems IEC Standard 5 X 20mm 3 amp Slo Blo such as Littelfuse 239 Series Reinstall the fuse holder with the new fuse in place NEVER USE REPLACEMENT FUSES OF A DIFFERENT RATING 5 2 Illuminator Light does not work Make sure your mains outlet indeed has power Make sure the plug from the lamp is firmly plugged into the correct socket on the rear panel Check to see...

Page 24: ...150 has a plastic door with latch and the FT190 has a metal door with two thumbscrews Move the ejector lever as shown below to pop the bulb out of the socket Remove the defective lamp and push the new lamp into place being sure that the pins and the glass reflector are squarely aligned in the socket or premature bulb failure will result While placing a new lamp into the socket avoid touching any t...

Page 25: ...oscope Store your microscope in a cabinet that has a stable temperature and low humidity If you live in an area that has high humidity consider storing your microscope in a sealed container along with a desiccant such as silica gel It is also recommended that the objective and eyepieces be stored in a separate air tight container with desiccant ...

Page 26: ...and guide pin MA584 Protractor eyepiece 10X S Plan Infinity Corrected Objectives MA336 S Plan M4X NA 0 10 working distance 20mm MA330 S Plan M5X NA 0 10 working distance 20mm included MA337 S Plan M10X NA 0 25 working distance 9 4mm included MA338 S Plan M20X NA 0 40 working distance 5 2mm included MA339 S Plan M40X NA 0 65 working distance 0 81mm included MA722 S Plan LWD M40X NA 0 45 working dis...

Page 27: ...ameter MA539 Cross line reticle with 0 1mm graduations 19mm diameter MA253 Cross line reticle with dotted lines 19mm diameter Stage Micrometers MA285 Stage micrometer 1mm divided into 100 units each unit 0 01mm MA286 Stage micrometer 0 04 divided into 100 units each unit 0 001 inch MA292 Metal stage micrometer 0 01mm for reflected light applications Miscellaneous MA569 Replacement glass stage plat...

Page 28: ... percent or a passage of light of 50 percent Clear Blue Filter Suppresses red wavelengths Used to achieve desired color balance Adds alternative contrast to images Clear Green Filter In the past used for adding contrast for use with Black White film and still can be used to achieve desired color balance Adds alternative contrast to images A green filter usually improves resolution by restricting t...

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