Chapter 18
Troubleshooting
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18
Troubleshooting
This chapter describes items to check if the system does not function as you expected, and meaning and handling of the
warning messages.
Incorrect use might prevent this system from providing primary performance even though the system is not damaged. If a
symptom such as those in the following table occurs, take action as described in the table before requesting repair.
If a problem that is not listed in the table occurs or if a problem that occurred is not resolved by taking action as described in
the table, disconnect the power cable of the device, and then contact your nearest Nikon representative.
The following table lists issues only for operating the DS-L3 main body and DS Camera Head. For issues on using the DS-L3
connected to the Nikon microscope, see the separate “Microscope Operation” instruction manual.
18.1
Power Supply
Symptom
Possible cause
Action
The AC adapter is not connected.
Connect the DC output cable of the attached AC
adapter to the 12VDC IN connector of the DS-L3.
The power supply cord is connected
incorrectly to the AC adapter.
Use the specified power supply cord to plug the AC
inlet of the AC adapter into the AC outlet.
The power does not come on.
The power switch is off.
Pressing the power switch turns on the power of the
DS-L3. Pressing again the power switch turns off the
power of the DS-L3.
The power is turned off.
The Power Save Timer is working.
If no button is pressed during a predetermined period,
this system enters the standby status automatically.
It returns from the standby when any action is taken.
Change the auto power save setting on the [SETUP
MENU: ADDITIONAL] window.
The device is hot when
touched.
The system is used in a hot or confined
space.
Use the DS-L3 within the operating environment
described in “21 Major Specifications”.
When having an unusual odor such as a burning
smell, turn off the power switch, disconnect the power
plug of the AC adapter, and request repairs.
18.2
Image Output
Symptom
Possible causes
Action
The DS camera head is not connected.
Turn off the DS-L3, and using the attached DS
camera cable, securely connect the Camera Out
connector of the DS camera head to the Camera
connector of the DS-L3.
The C mount cap is attached on the DS
camera head.
Remove the C mount cap.
The subject image does not enter the
optical device.
Set the subject image to be captured correctly.
The optical path of the optical device is
not set in the camera side.
Set the optical path correctly.
Images are not displayed on
the embedded monitor.
The illumination or exposure setting of
the optical device is improper.
Use illumination appropriate for the subject to adjust
exposure properly.
Images are not displayed on
the embedded monitor. (when
the external monitor is
connected)
The display of the embedded monitor is
set to off.
Change the setting of the [DISPLAY MODE] button in
[INTERNAL LCD] of the [SETUP MENU : MAIN]
window.
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