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IX73
IMPORTANT
This microscope employs UIS2 optical design.
For the applicable modules, please consult Olympus or refer to the latest brochures or Olympus website. Less than
optimum performance may result if inappropriate module combinations are used.
Configuration of Instruction Manuals
Since this microscope is expandable to a variety of systems, separate instruction manuals are prepared so that the
user has to read only the manuals according to the user’s own system.
Manual Name
Main contents
IX73
(this instruction manual)
Observation procedures including transmitted light brightfield, phase
contrast and DIC observations
TH4
Halogen lamp power supply unit
REFLECTED FLUORES-
CENCE SYSTEM
Reflected light fluorescence observation
IX2-MLWCD
Mid-long working distance condenser
U-AW
Motorized attenuator wheel
BX3-SSU
Scanning stage with ultrasonic
IX2-GS
Gliding stage
IX3-RSPC
Right side port with C-mount
U-CBF
Control box for fast filter wheel and shutter
IX3-CBM/U-HSCBM
Configuration and usage of the modules available in the IX73 motor-
ized system or the IX73 motorized coded system.
U-LEDPS
LED Power supply
U-CB5S
Control Box for coded function
Be sure to work on the following tasks first after finishing the unpacking.
Releasing the Transport Lock
b
a
Releasing the transport lock of the focusing mechanism
Never attempt to rotate the focusing knob without removing the
clamping plate. Otherwise, the focusing mechanism may be
damaged.
Loosen and remove the screws
a
of the clamping plate using the
Allen wrench provided with the microscope.
} Keep the clamping plate and screws in a safe place because it will
be used again when the microscope is transported next time.
Releasing the transport lock of the light path selector
Never attempt to operate the light path selector without remov-
ing the transport lock screw. Otherwise, the light path selector
mechanism may be damaged.
Loosen and remove the transport lock screw
b
using the Allen
screwdriver provided with the microscope.
} Keep the lock screw in a safe place because it will be used again
when the microscope is transported next time.
CAUTION
CAUTION
