AmScope M158C-2L

AmScope M158C-2L Cordless Compound Monocular Microscope User Manual

Model: M158C-2L

1. Pwodwi souview

The AmScope M158C-2L is a versatile cordless compound monocular microscope designed for biological and educational applications. It features interchangeable WF10x and WF25x eyepieces, providing a magnification range from 40x to 1000x. The microscope is equipped with both upper (episcopic) and lower (diascopic) LED illumination, controlled by a rheostat for adjustable brightness. Its robust design includes coaxial coarse and fine focus knobs, a single-lens condenser, and a plain stage ak stage clips. This model can be powered by a 110V AC adapter or three AA batteries, offering flexibility for both lab and field use.

AmScope M158C-2L Cordless Compound Monocular Microscope

Figure 1: AmScope M158C-2L Cordless Compound Monocular Microscope. This image displays the full microscope unit, including the monocular head, objective lenses, stage, focus knobs, and power adapter.

2. Enfòmasyon sou Sekirite

  • Toujou manyen mikwoskòp la avèk prekosyon pou evite domaje konpozan optik ak mekanik yo.
  • Asire w ke mikwoskòp la mete sou yon sifas ki estab e plat pou anpeche li chavire.
  • Do not expose the microscope to extreme temperatures, humidity, or direct sunlight.
  • Disconnect the power adapter before cleaning or performing any maintenance.
  • Use only the specified power adapter (110V) or AA batteries.
  • Kenbe ti pati ak Pwodwi pou Telefòn lwen timoun yo pou anpeche danje toufe.
  • Avoid touching optical surfaces with bare hands. Use a lens cleaning cloth if necessary.

3. Ki sa ki nan bwat la

Verifye ke tout konpozan ki nan lis anba a yo enkli nan pake ou a:

  • AmScope M158C-2L microscope with plain stage
  • WF10x eyepiece
  • WF25x eyepiece
  • 4x DIN achromatic objective
  • 10x DIN achromatic objective
  • 40x DIN achromatic objective
  • (2) Stage klip
  • Kouvèti pousyè
  • 110V pouvwa adaptè
  • Enstriksyon (manyèl sa a)

4. Enstalasyon

4.1 Debalaj ak plasman

  1. Ak anpil atansyon retire tout eleman nan anbalaj la.
  2. Place the microscope on a sturdy, level, and vibration-free surface.
  3. Retire kouvèti pousyè tè a nan mikwoskòp la.

4.2 Eyepiece Installation

  1. Gently insert either the WF10x or WF25x eyepiece into the monocular viewing tib.
  2. Ensure the eyepiece is fully seated.

4.3 Koneksyon pouvwa

The microscope can be powered by the included AC adapter or by three AA batteries (sold separately).

  • AC pouvwa: Connect the 110V power adapter to the microscope's power input jack and then plug it into a standard electrical outlet.
  • Pouvwa batri: Locate the battery compartment on the base of the microscope. Insert three AA batteries, ensuring correct polarity. Close the battery compartment cover securely.

5. Operasyon Enstriksyon

5.1 Preparing a Specimen

  1. Place your prepared slide or specimen on the plain stage.
  2. Secure the slide using the stage klip.
  3. For opaque specimens, ensure the upper LED illumination is positioned correctly. For translucent specimens, ensure the lower LED illumination is clear.
User placing a specimen slide on the microscope stage

Figure 2: User placing a specimen slide on the microscope stage. This image illustrates the proper method for securing a slide using the stage clips on the plain stage.

5.2 Selecting Magnification

  1. Rotate the revolving nosepiece to select the desired objective lens (4x, 10x, or 40x). Start with the lowest magnification (4x) for initial viewing.
  2. The total magnification is calculated by multiplying the eyepiece magnification by the objective lens magnification (e.g., WF10x eyepiece with 40x objective = 400x total magnification).

5.3 Adjusting Illumination

The microscope features both upper (episcopic) and lower (diascopic) LED illumination.

  • Lower Illumination (Brightfield): Used for translucent or transparent specimens. Turn on the lower LED light source. Adjust the light intensity using the rheostat control knob located on the base. The disc diaphragm below the stage can be rotated to control the amount of light passing through the specimen.
  • Upper Illumination (Incidental): Used for opaque specimens that do not allow light to pass through. Turn on the upper LED light source. Adjust the light intensity using the rheostat control knob.

5.4 Konsantre

  1. With the lowest power objective (4x) in place, use the coarse focus knob (larger knob) to bring the specimen into approximate focus.
  2. Once roughly focused, use the fine focus knob (smaller knob, nested with coarse focus) for precise focusing and to achieve a sharp image.
  3. When switching to higher magnification objectives, only minor adjustments with the fine focus knob should be necessary due to the parfocal design.

5.5 Demonstrasyon Videyo

Video 1: AmScope M158C-2L Cordless Compound Monocular Microscope Overview. This video provides a visual demonstration of the microscope's features, including its high-quality optics, dual illumination system for opaque and transparent specimens, and precision focusing capabilities.

6. Antretyen

  • Netwayaj Lantiy: Use a soft, lint-free lens cleaning cloth and a small amount of lens cleaning solution. Wipe gently in a circular motion. Avoid using abrasive materials or harsh chemicals.
  • Netwayaj kò a: Siye kò mikwoskòp la ak yon twal mou.amp cloth. Do not use organic solvents.
  • Depo: When not in use, cover the microscope with the provided dust cover and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and dust.
  • Ranplasman batri: If using battery power, replace all three AA batteries when the illumination dims significantly. Ensure correct polarity.

NAN. Depanaj

PwoblèmKòz posibSolisyon
Pa gen limyèPower adapter not connected, batteries dead/incorrectly inserted, power switch off.Check power adapter connection, replace batteries, ensure power switch is on.
Image blurry/cannot focusIncorrect objective selected, coarse/fine focus not adjusted, slide upside down, dirty lens.Start with lowest objective, use coarse then fine focus, ensure slide is correct side up, clean lenses.
Dark field of viewDiaphragm closed too much, illumination too low, objective not fully clicked into place.Adjust diaphragm, increase rheostat intensity, rotate nosepiece until objective clicks.
Dust/spots in viewDust on eyepiece or objective lens.Clean eyepiece and objective lenses carefully.

8. Espesifikasyon

KarakteristikDetay
TètCompound monocular, 45-degree fixed inclination, 360-degree rotatable
OculairesWF10x, WF25x
Objektif4x, 10x, 40x DIN achromatic
Agrandisman Range40x-1000x
StagePlain stage ak stage klip
Konfigirasyon eklerajIncidental (upper) and Transmitted (lower)
KondansasyonSingle lens, 0.65 NA
DyaframDisc diaphragm
Sous limyèLED with rheostat control
Kalite eklerajBrightfield
KonsantreCoaxial coarse and fine focus
Pouvwa110V/60Hz AC adapter or three AA batteries
Dimansyon pwodwi10.24 x 6.69 x 14.96 pous
Pwa atik4.8 liv
MateryèlMetal

9. Garanti ak sipò

United Scope (AmScope) products are designed for durability and precision. While specific warranty details are typically provided with the product documentation, AmScope generally offers a 5-year warranty on their microscopes, covering manufacturing defects.

For technical support, warranty claims, or replacement parts, please contact AmScope customer service directly. Refer to the contact information provided on the official AmScope websit la oubyen nan anbalaj orijinal pwodwi w la.

Manifakti: AmScope

Katye jeneral: Irvine, CA, USA

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