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1 About this Instruction Manual | 1.1 Introduction

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1 About this Instruction Manual

This Instruction Manual (further called "document") is considered to be part of the microscope
camera, herein after referred to as the "product" or the "camera".

This document contains basic steps and safety information that must be observed during opera-
tion and maintenance. Therefore, the document must be read by the operator prior to commis-
sioning and must always be available at the place of use of the product.

This document is an essential part of the product and, if the product is resold, the document must
remain with the product or be handed over to the new owner.

1.1 Introduction

This camera is a high-resolution digital microscope camera with a color CMOS sensor and USB 3.0
interface for light microscopy applications. To make it easier for you to set up the camera, follow
the instructions in these chapters step by step. In this manual the interface between the camera
and the computer is called USB 3.0.

Content

This document contains all the information you need to set up the microscope, start the software,
and perform troubleshooting and maintenance. It contains the following chapters:

Chapter

Content

About this Instruction Manual

Introduction and overview about this manual.

Safety

Important information on safe handling with the camera.

Read this chapter before unpacking the camera and
putting it into operation.

Technical Data and Conformity

Here you will find the camera's technical data.

Shipment

The contents of delivery and optional attachments will be
described here.

Connecting the Camera

In this chapter you will find detailed instructions on con-
necting and using the camera.

Installing Software and Drivers

Here you will learn how to install ZEISS software and cam-
era drivers.

Care and Maintenance

This chapter describes some measures for the maintenance
and care of your camera. In case of greater damage, always
contact ZEISS support.

Troubleshooting

In this chapter we have listed some solutions to various
problems. If you can not solve your problem, contact ZEISS
support.

Disposal

Information on the disposal of the product.

1.2 Text Conventions and Link Types

Example

Explanation

The names of controls and important infor-
mation are shown in bold letters, for in-
stance:

Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 105 color | en-US | Rev.2 | 426555-7010-001

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Summary of Contents for Axiocam 105 color

Page 1: ...Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 105 color Version R2...

Page 2: ...system The right to make backup copies for archiving purposes shall remain unaffected thereby Any violations may be prosecuted as copyright infringements The use of general descriptive names register...

Page 3: ...nt 12 5 Connecting the Camera 13 5 1 Installing the interface card 13 5 2 Mounting the camera on the microsope 13 5 3 Connecting the camera with PC 13 5 4 Function indicator 14 6 Installing Software a...

Page 4: ...Content ZEISS 9 Disposal 18 Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 105 color en US Rev 2 426555 7010 001 4...

Page 5: ...oscope start the software and perform troubleshooting and maintenance It contains the following chapters Chapter Content About this Instruction Manual Introduction and overview about this manual Safet...

Page 6: ...on the internet Tab 2 Link types 1 3 Explanation of Warning Messages and Additional Information CAUTION and NOTICE are standard signal words used to determine the levels of hazards and risks of perso...

Page 7: ...of Warning Messages and Additional Infor mation ZEISS Info Provides additional information or explanations to help operator better understand the con tents of this document Instruction Manual ZEISS A...

Page 8: ...secured against access by unauthorized persons maintenance and repair work retrofitting removal or replacement of components as well as any other intervention in the product not described in this docu...

Page 9: ...ion 4 To avoid injuries due to potentially high surface temperatures do not touch the camera s surface for a prolonged time 4 Do not position the equipment in a way that makes it difficult to operate...

Page 10: ...1 s Interface camera USB 3 0 Micro B Interface PC card USB 3 0 Standard A Optical Interface C Mount adapter Dimensions 29 mm x 29 mm x 17 0 mm height x width x depth Operating System Microsoft Windows...

Page 11: ...compliance with the requirements of the fol lowing regulations and directives 2014 30 EU Electromagnetic Compatibility 2011 65 EU and amendment directive EU 2015 863 RoHS Restriction of the use of cer...

Page 12: ...R2 camera 426555 9010 000 1 x USB 3 0 data cable 1 x Download information for ZEISS software and instruction manual Optional accessories recommended PCI express interface card 000000 0591 463 Instruct...

Page 13: ...connect it to the PC see chapter Con necting the camera to the PC 5 2 Mounting the camera on the microsope To mount the camera onto your microscope s camera port use a C mount adapter NOTICE The adapt...

Page 14: ...so switched off 5 4 Function indicator After you have switched on the PC the LED on the camera will light up red As a rule if the LED is red this indicates that power is being properly supplied to the...

Page 15: ...ed to the PC 1 Install the software according to the installation guide delivered with the software 2 During the installation you will be asked to install the camera drivers Follow the procedure by co...

Page 16: ...t thread 7 2 Cleaning the infrared filter or protective glass Contamination of the IR filter for color cameras only or the protective glass has an adverse effect on the quality of the resulting image...

Page 17: ...h the software see ZEN Help Press the F1 key to access the context sensitive ZEN Help 8 3 The color of my image does not correspond to the impression through the ocular In case of color cameras Check...

Page 18: ...9 EU ZEISS has implemented a system for the return and recycling of devices in member states of the European Union that ensures suitable reuse according to the EU Directives men tioned The customer is...

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Page 20: ...y GmbH Carl Zeiss Promenade 10 07745 Jena Germany phone 49 3641 64 3161 fax 49 3641 64 3439 info microscopy zeiss com www zeiss com microscopy Instruction Manual ZEISS Axiocam 105 color en US Rev 2 Mo...

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