Sutter Instrument Lambda HPX-L5, Operation Manual

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Figure 2-1. Liquid light guide installation.
The output lens functions to recollimate the beam. By correctly positioning the light
guide sleeve in the output lens tube, the light guide output can be collimated (focused at
infinity). This is most easily done by shining the light (preferably filtered to remove UV)
at a uniform surface at least ten feet away and adjusting the position of the end of the
light guide to a point where the light casts a well-focused circle on the distant surface. At
10 feet, this circle will be about 6 inches in diameter, have sharp edges, be uniform, and
be quite brilliant if unfiltered.
The output lens tube is installed into one or more adapter pieces that mechanically and
optically couple the light into the microscope. In external adapters, the adapter system
mounts in place of the manufacturer’s lamp house typically on the back of the
microscope. In internal adapters, the adapter system is integral to the microscope, and
the output lens is positioned inside the microscope as close as possible to the back of the
filter cube-dichroic mirror assembly. This arrangement makes the most efficient use of
the collimated output beam.
Refer to documentation included with the individual microscope adapter for further
installation instructions particular to the adapter.
CAUTION: PLEASE NOTE THAT THE LIGHT GUIDE HAS A MINIMUM-
BENDING RADIUS OF 40 MM (ABOUT 1.6 INCHES).
4. The Analog-IN and/or TTL-IN connections can be made to an external signaling source at
stage if desired.
Once all connections have been verified, the system is ready to be turned on.
LAMBDA HPX-L5 OPERATION MANUAL – REV. 1.03 (20161130)