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SZX-SDO2
Important
The SZX-SDO2 is a side-by-side dual viewing attachment for use with SZX10/SZX7 microscope system. As it allows
two observers to sit side by side, it is ideal for education and training purposes. Note that there are few restrictions
on the installation location of this attachment. The orientation of the images observed by the primary observer and
the secondary observer is the same in both the vertical and horizontal directions. This attachment should be used in
combination with the SZX2-STL2 to secure safety.
1. This manual pertains only to the SZX-SDO2 attachment. Before using this attachment in conjunction with the SZX10/
SZX7 microscope and associated options, make sure that you have carefully read and understood the corresponding
manuals, and that you understand how the various components of the microscopic system are used together.
2. The SZX-SDO2 attachment is a precision instrument. Handle it with care and avoid subjecting it to sudden or severe
impact.
3. Do not use the attachment anywhere where it may be exposed to direct sunlight, high temperature and humidity, dust,
or vibrations. (For operating environment conditions, see “4 Specifications” (P.10). )
4. Make sure this attachment is installed in a room where there is as little vibration as possible and that the work surface
on which this attachment is installed is sturdy and level (with inclination within 5°). If vibration is still noticeable, use
the SZX2- DMP anti-vibration damper.
5. Before placing a specimen which is sensitive to static electricity (such as a packaged circuit board) on the stage of
the large base, place a conductive mat or similar object on the stage.
6. Installable modules
· Zoom microscope body/focusing assembly: SZX2-ZB10/SZX-ZB7, SZX2-FOFH and SZX2-FOA
Note: The SZX2-FOFH focusing assembly for heavy load or the SZX2-FOA focusing assembly for motorized
operation can be used.
· Base: SZX2-STL2 large base (Other bases cannot be used because they cannot assure stability.)
· Observation tube: Observation tube for the primary observer: Applicable trinocular/binocular observation tube for
SZX10 or SZX7.
Note: When using a tilting observation tube, the binocular section interferes with the pointer color selector lever
when the tube is tilted at the lowest position and the interpupillary distance is minimized.
· Observation tube for the secondary observer: Applicable binocular observation tube for SZX10 or SZX7.
· Eyepiece: With built-in helicoid
· Intermediate attachment:
SZX2-ILLC10 (below the SZX-SDO2) ............................Note that there may be insufficient ambient light and decentration.
Note: As this attachment lowers the height of the section from the microscope frame to the base, the lowering
should be compensated for by attaching the SZX-R drop prevention ring (optionally available) on the pillar
of the SZX2-STL2.
SZX-AS (below the SZX-SDO2) ............................................SZX7 only.
7. To prevent stray light:
Make sure to cover the eyepieces which are not attended by the assistant observers with stray light prevention
covers. (Page.9)
8. Always use the power cord and AC adapter provided by Olympus. If no power cord is provided, please select the
proper power cord by referring to the section “PROPER SELECTION OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD” at the end of
this instruction manual. If the proper power cord is not used, product safety and performance cannot be guaranteed.
9. To ensure safety, disconnect the power plug of the AC adapter from the power outlet after operation.
10. Fix the AC adapter cord at positions where it does not come in the way of microscope operation. Take care not to
bring the power cord in contact with the lamp housing etc.ly
11. Be careful not to have your foot caught by a cable connected to this system. Otherwise, the system may turn over or
the specimen drop from the base, causing damage or scattering of the specimen.
12. Before moving this system, be sure to remove the SZX-SDO2 attachment from the SZX2-STL2 base. Otherwise, the
system becomes unstable and may turn over. Also do not move the system by holding the bottom of the SZX2-STL2
base to prevent your finger from being crushed.
13. When clamping the focusing assembly on the top of the pillar of the SZX2-STL2 base, be sure to insert the SZX-R drop
prevention ring (optionally available) immediately below the focusing assembly without leaving any clearance. If the
SZXR is not inserted, the focusing assembly and the SZX-SDO2 attachment would drop when the clamping knob on
the focusing assembly is loosened, causing an accident such as crushing of your finger or damage to the specimen.
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Getting ready