Modules described in this manual SZ2-ST WHSZ Series Eyepieces Objectives SZX-EPA SZX-AS SZX-STAD1 SZH-STAD1 SZ2-FO SZH-SG SZH-SC INSTRUCTIONS SZX7 STEREOMICROSCOPE SYSTEM This instruction manual is for the Olympus stereomicroscope system. To ensure the safety, obtain optimum performance and to familiarize yourself fully with the use of this microscope, we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the microscope.
SZX7 CONTENTS Correct assembly and adjustments are critical for the microscope to manifest its full performance. If you are going to assemble the microscope by yourself, please read Chapter 8, “ASSEMBLY” (pages 16 to 18). For the assemblies of the modules for which instruction manuals are available, refer to their instruction manuals. IMPORTANT 1-2 — Be sure to read this chapter for safe use of the equipment.
IMPORTANT The SZX7 stereomicroscope is provided with the ESD (Electro-Static Discharge) protection specifications. It is provided with electroconductive coating in the external finish to reduce the surface resistance and grounding lead wires in their standard stand or system to eliminate static electricity from them. CAUTION To maintain the ESD protection performance, always use the microscope in combination with the modules described in this manual or options having the ESD protection specifications.
SZX7 2 Maintenance and Storage 1. To clean the lenses and other glass components, simply blow dirty away using a commercially available blower and wipe gently using a piece of cleaning paper (or clean gauze). If a lens is stained with fingerprints or oil smudges, wipe it gauze slightly moistened with commercially available absolute alcohol. Since the absolute alcohol is highly flammable, it must be handled carefully.
NOMENCLATURE * Modules marked * are given the ESD specifications. (Note) The modules shown in the following diagram are merely the typical examples. For the modules that are not shown below, please consult Olympus or the latest catalogues.
SZX7 CONTROLS Zoom magnification indication (Page 10) Indicates 0.8, 1, 1.25, 1.6, 2, 2.5, 3.2, 4, 5 and 5.6 Eye shades (Page 8) Click stop ON-OFF screw (Page 10) Zoom adjustment knobs (Page 7) 0.8X to 5.6X Eyepiece clamping knobs Focus adjustment knob (Page 6) Stroke: 120 mm Body clamping knob Threaded for accessory mounting Accessory mounting holes Diameter 4 mm (x 2) Accessory mounting screws (x 5) Stage plate Allen screwdriver Allen screwdriver holder (Page 16) With double-side adhesive tape.
OBSERVATION PROCEDURE }If you have not assembled the microscope yet, please read Chapter 8, “ASSEMBLY” (pages 16 to 18). 3-1 Preparation (Page) ................................................................................................................... 1. Confirm the mounting, particularly that of the observation tube. (P. 16 - 18) 2. Adjust the rotation tension of the focus adjustment knob. .............................................................................................................
SZX7 OPERATION 4-1 Stand 1 Using the Stage 1. When reflected light illumination is used, the stage plate can be placed either the white or black surface facing up depending on the specimen. However, when the ESD performance is required, always use the black surface of the stage plate. 2. When transmitted light illumination is used, use the transparent glass stage plate (SP-C). 2 To decrease Adjusting the Focus Adjustment Knob Tension (Fig.
2 Adjusting the Diopter (Zoom Confocality Adjustment) (Fig. 3) # Confirm that the eyepiece clamping knobs @ are tightened firmly before proceeding to the adjustment. ³ ² | 1 Eyepieces without eyepiece micrometer disk 1. Turn the diopter adjustment rings ² of the left and right eyepieces to positions “0”. (This adjustment is not possible with eyepieces without helicoids.) 2. Place an easy-to-observe specimen on the stage plate. 3.
SZX7 3 Using the Eye Shades (Fig. 4) # The eye shades are not provided with ESD protection performance. When ESD protection is required, do not use the eye shades. When Wearing Eyeglasses Use with the eye shades in the normal, folded-down position. This will prevent the eyeglasses from being scratched. When Not Wearing Eyeglasses Extend the folded eye shades in the direction of the arrow to prevent extraneous light from entering between the eyepieces and eyes. Fig.
5 Selecting the Light Path (SZX-TR30) (Fig. 7) Slide the light path selector knob @ to select the desired light path. 1 Light Path Selector Knob Indication Pushed-in position Pulled-out position Light Path Ratio Binocular 100% Binocular 20% TV & Photo 80% Fig. 7 6 Adjusting the Tilt (SZX-TBI) (Fig. 8) 5 to 45° }Adjust the height and tilt of the observation tube to obtain the most comfortable viewing position.
SZX7 4-3 Microscope Body 1 1 Zoom Magnification Indication (Figs. 9 & 10) | The body zoom magnification is indicated on zoom adjustment knob (right) @. The total magnification can be calculated with the following formula. Total Objective Body zoom Eyepiece = X X magnification magnification magnification magnification Fig. 9 Total magnification indication ring (Fig. 10) }An objective other than the 1X model is provided with two total magnification indication rings*.
3 Microscope body Auxiliary sleeve Standard stand Fig. 11 11 Using Auxiliary Sleeve SZ2-ET (Fig. 11) As the 0.5X objective has a long working distance, it cannot be used in combination with the standard stand unless the auxiliary sleeve is used. # When the auxiliary sleeve is used, the microscope becomes tall and unstable. Care is therefore needed against toppling it down.
SZX7 4-4 TV Observation and Photomicrography }When TV observation or photomicrography is required, use the SZX-TR30 trinocular tube. A TV camera and/or digital camera unit can be mounted on the SZX-TR30 trinocular tube by means of the TV adapter and/or camera mount adapter*. * The camera mount adapter is not necessary if a TV adapter equipped with a camera mount is used. For details, please also read the instruction manuals for the TV adapter and digital camera.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Under certain conditions, performance of the microscope may be adversely affected by factors other than defects. If problems occur, please review the following list and take remedial action as needed. If you cannot solve the problem after checking the entire list, please contact Olympus. Problem Cause 1. The left and right fields of view do not coincide. Interpupillary distance is adjusted improperly. Adjust it correctly. The parallax is not corrected. Adjust it correctly.
SZX7 SPECIFICATIONS Item 1. Zoom microscope body. · SZX-ZB7 Specifications Zoom magnification variation: Left/right optical axis parallel method. Zoom drive: Horizontal knob system. Click stop for each zoom magnification: ON-OFF switching possible. Zoom ratio values: 7 values (0.8X to 5.6X) Zoom magnification indication: 0.8, 1, 1.25, 1.6, 2, 2.5, 3.2, 4, 5, 5.6 Objective mounting: Screw mounting into thread. Aperture iris diaphragm control: Possible using the AS unit (SZX-AS). 2.
OPTICAL PERFORMANCE Eyepieces Objective WHSZ10X/10X-H WHSZ15X-H WHSZ20X/20X-H WHSZ30X-H Actual Total Actual Total Actual Total Actual Total Magnification Field (mm) Magnification Field (mm) Magnification Field (mm) Magnification Field (mm) 15 DFPL 0.5X-4 4X - 28X 55 - 7.8 6X - 42X 40 - 5.7 8X - 56X 31.3 - 4.5 12X - 84X 17.5 - 2.5 DFPL 0.75X-4 6X - 42X 36.7 - 5.2 9X - 63X 26.7 - 3.8 12X - 84X 20.8 - 3.0 18X - 126X 11.7 - 1.7 DFPLAPO 1X-4 8X - 56X 27.5 - 3.9 12X - 84X 20 - 2.
SZX7 ASSEMBLY 8-1 Assembly Diagram The diagram below shows the sequence of assembly of the various modules. The numbers indicate the order of assembly. Assembly steps enclosed in will be detailed on the subsequent pages. # When assembling the microscope, make sure that all parts are free of dust and dirt, and avoid scratching any parts or touching glass surfaces.
8-2 Detailed Assembly Procedures 1 (Fig. 13) 1. Loosen the body clamping knob @ and insert the microscope body ² gently into the mounting hole of the standard stand. }The body clamping knob @ can be attached to any of the accessory mounting screw holes ³ around the mounting hole. It may be necessary to change the knob position when a module such as an illumination system is mounted. 2. Position the microscope body so that it faces frontward and tighten the body clamping knob @.
SZX7 Mounting 5 1 ² ³ Mounting the Stage Plate (Figs. 16 & 17) 1. While applying the stage plate @ to the stage plate holder spring ², fit the stage plate into the stage plate mounting hole ³. }The stage plate has the milky white and black surfaces. Select the side facing up according to the specimen. 2. To dismount the stage plate, push the stage plate edge near the holder spring ². As this moves up the opposite edge of the stage plate, dismount it by holding that edge. Fig.
9 OPTIONAL MODULES 9-1 Eye Point Adjuster SZX-EPA 1 External View and Nomenclature Observation tube mount Observation tube clamping screw 2 Installation (Fig. 18) 1 ² 1. Remove the observation tube @ using the Allen screwdriver provided with the SZX microscope body. 2. Attach the eye point adjuster ² to the position where the observation tube has been attached. 3. Attach the observation tube above the eye point adjuster. This raises the eye point by 40 mm.
SZX7 3 Using the Aperture Iris Diaphragm }Adjusting the aperture iris diaphragm makes it possible to improve the contrast of the observation image and increase the focal depth. However, the resolution is degraded when the aperture iris diaphragm is stopped down. · Slide the aperture iris diaphragm lever. Slide toward the left ¦ to open the aperture iris diaphragm and toward the right to close it. Adjust while observing the image to confirm the effects on the contrast and focal depth.
3 Installation Mechanical stage U-FMP Rotary stage U-SRP Rotary stage U-SRG Clamping screw Allen wrench Clamping screw BX stage adapter type 1 SZX-STAD1 Mount hole Mounting screw hole Stand Mounting the polarizer (SZX-PO or SZ-POL-2) When simplified transmitted light polarized observation is required, mount the polarizer on the BX stage adapter type 1 (SZX-STAD1). Drop the polarizer body into the polarizer mount at the top of the SZX-STAD1.
SZX7 9-4 Stage Adapter Type 1 SZH-STAD1 The SZH-STAD1 is an adapter providing the similar function to the BX stage adapter type 1 (SZX-STAD1). The difference is that the stage usable for the SZH-STAD1 is the BH2-SH horizontal knob stage. The installation and polarizer (SZX-PO or SZ-POL-2) mounting methods are identical to those for the SZX-STAD1. Please read the previous section (page 21).
2 External View and Nomenclature Focus adjustment knobs Stroke: Approx. 21 mm Rotation tension adjustable. Clamping screw holes Stage Load capacity: 1 kg Clamping knob 3 Installation 1. Using the provided screw and Allen wrench, attach the SZ2-FO up/down moving stage into the screw hole on the stage plate mount hole of an applicable stand or that on the stage plate (SZ-STL). The SZ2-FO can also be installed so that the focus adjustment knobs are located on the near side of the operator.
SZX7 Adjusting the focus (Fig. 21) Bring to the center of the stroke. ² 1 1. Rotate the focus adjustment knob @ of the SZ2-FO up/down moving stage to bring the stage at the center of the focusing stroke. 2. Place a specimen on the stage and rotate the focus adjustment knob ² on the side of the stand in use to bring the specimen into approximate focus. And then adjust the accurate focus using the focus adjustment knob @ of the up/down moving stage. Fig.
9-6 Gliding Stage SZH-SG 1 External View and Nomenclature Finger hook Stage plate Gliding stage Illumination field diameter: 40 mm Moving range diameter: 40 mm Seat 2 Installation Stage plate Use the one provided with the stand. Stage plate mount hole Gliding stage Note 1) Be sure to clean the friction surfaces if dirt or metallic power is attached on them. Note 2) Do not place the gliding stage on the friction surface directly on the desktop. Note 3) Clean the friction surfaces periodically.
SZX7 9-7 Cup Stage SZH-SC 1 External View and Nomenclature # The SZH-SC can be used only with reflected light illumination. It cannot be used with transmitted light illumination. Tube Cup stage Tilting limit angle: 30° Finger hook Stage plate Specimen holder Seat Same size as the stage plate. Specimen holder mount holes 2 Installation # Before mounting, remove dirt and dust from the mount surfaces and handle carefully so as not to damage them.
3 Operation (Figs. 22 & 23) Place a specimen on the stage plate, hold the cup stage by the edge, and tilt the cup stage slowly. (Fig. 22) }If the specimen slips on the stage plate, hold the specimen with the provided specimen holder. Fig. 22 }To fix a container such as a petri dish, insert the provided tube into the specimen holder to fix the container by pinching. (Fig. 23) Fig. 23 CAUTION 1. Do not touch the friction surfaces on the cup stage and seat with a hand.
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