Leica ICC50 Manual - Leica Microsystems
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1. General e It is very important to avoid the excessive e Keeping all optical components clean is use of solvent The lint free cloth lens important for maintaining good optical tissue or cotton swab should be moistened performance with solvent but not be wet enough for the solvent to seep around the lens e Always cover the microscope with the Leica ICC 50 camera with the plastic dust cover provided with the microscope when the Electrical Considerations instrument is not in use A Risk of electric shock Removing the covers of the Leica ICC 50 Camera or the e Ifany optical surface becomes badly coated with dust or dirt it should be cleaned by blowing the surface with a syringe or brush ing it off with a camel hair brush before Please contact an authorized Leica Microsys Stand alone Kit exposes hazardous voltages which if contacted could cause injury or death attempting to wipe the surface clean tems dealer for technical service e Optical surfaces should be cleaned with a lint free cloth lens tissue or a cotton swab moistened with methanol or commercially available glass cleaner Do not use alcohol Leica ICC 50 Manual Specifications Leica ICC 50 camera module Digital Camera ICC 50 Weight 700 g camera only Exposure time 2 msec 2 sec Live picture on computer monitor up to 15 fps 1024x768 Pixel Full frame capture image 2048 x 1536 pixels 3 1 Mpixel Sensor Size 6 55mm x 4 92mm Pixel size 3 22. Attach the microscope viewing tube onto the Leica ICC 50 using the set screw which is located on the left side of the Leica ICC 50 camera module Leica ICC 50 Manual Get Set Connection and Operation for Imaging using a Windows Computer For Computer Mode instructions on il installing and using the accompanying software are supplied on the CD ROM which comes with the ICC 50 10x eyepieces have a fixed circular field il of view of 18 mm or 20 mm diameter The Leica ICC 50 s field of view however is rectan gular with a diagonal of 16 4 mm to ensure an even field on the digital image As a result the image field of the camera is smaller than the object field seen through the eyepieces Installing and Connecting 1 Insert the provided CD into your computer and follow the instructions to load the soft ware 2 Insert the Leica ICC 50 s USB cable into the camera s USB port and attach other end of the cable to your computer Leica ICC 50 The Leica ICC 50 is now powered from il your computer via the USB cable As the camera is powered the LED signal located on the Leica ICC 50 will quickly change from yellow to red to green When the LED is green you are ready to open the software and view acquire or project images WETTEN 4 Follow the software instructions to adjust and capture an image 5 If you are using a projector connect your computer to the projector using the cable that came with yo
3. Leica ICC50 Manual Leica MICROSYSTEMS Chapter overview Get Ready 12 CEE Goh N e Specifications Leica ICC 50 METE Contents General Instructions 4 22 Safety concept 5 Ready Set Go 23 Symbols used 6 Safety regulations 7 Care and Cleaning 24 Care and Cleaning 25 Introduction 10 Specifications 26 Unpacking 11 Leica ICC 50 camera module 27 Get Ready 12 Preparation for Use 13 Connection and Operation for Imaging using a Windows Computer 16 Capturing Images without a computer 17 How to handle SD memory cards 19 Using Analog Video without a computer 20 Setting a new white balance for the ICC 50 21 Leica ICC 50 ETE General Instructions Safety concept Before using your Leica ICC 50 camera for the first time please read the Safety concept brochure included with your instrument It contains additional information about handling and care Bezpe nostn koncepce Sikkerhedskoncept Sicherheitskonzept Ohutuseeskiri Safety concept Concepto de seguridad Concept de s curit Concetto di sicurezza Dro bas noteikumi Saugos samprata Biztons gi el r sok Veiligheidsconcept Sikkerhetskonsept Koncepcja bezpiecze stwa Conceito de seguran a Bezpe nostn pokyny Varnostni koncept Turvallisuus S kerhetskoncept Leica ICC 50 Use in clean rooms The Leica ICC 50 camera can be used in clean rooms witho
4. Leica Microsystems The Leica ICC 50 s exclusive design features make it a truly versatile high quality digital camera for educational and other routine appli cations This instrument should only be used as described Leica ICC 50 Manual Unpacking e Carefully remove the components from the packing box e The contents include the camera module CD with imaging software and USB cable Leica ICC 50 If you ordered the Stand alone Kit for oper ating the Leica ICC 50 without a computer you have also received a power supply video cable and SD memory card E sr i Please do not discard any of the packing materials They should be used for safely storing and transporting the instrument should the need arise Manual Get Ready Preparation for Use Tools used Preparation for Use 3 Insert the dovetail see the underside of the e Allen key 1 If the microscope s viewing tube is in place Leica ICC 50 into the stand support remove it e N Attach the Leica ICC 50 to the microscope stand 2 Slightly unscrew the set screw located on top of the stand with the Allen key tool Do not insert anything except the provided with the microscope SD memory card into the card slot danger of short circuit and electric shock The Leica ICC 50 camera module fits between the microscope stand and the microscope s viewing tube it Leica ICC 50 Manual Preparation for Use cont 5
5. fulfill the highest e See Safety concept booklet e See Safety concept booklet requirements for observation and documenta tion of the Leica ICC 50 camera e Set up the electrical components at least Ensure that 10 cm from walls and combustible objects e The Leica ICC 50 camera is operated main Designated use tained and repaired by authorized and e See Safety concept booklet e Avoid large temperature fluctuations trained personnel only direct sunlight and vibrations These condi tions can distort measurements and micro e All operators have read understood and Non intended use graphic images observe this user manual and particularly e See Safety concept booklet the safety instructions e In warm and warm damp climatic zones The devices and accessories described in this the individual components require special operating manual have been tested for safety care in order to prevent the build up of and potential hazards The responsible Leica fungus affiliate must be consulted whenever the device is altered modified or used in conjunction with non Leica components that are outside of the scope of this manual Unauthorized alterations to the instrument or noncompliant use shall void all rights to any warranty claims Leica ICC 50 Manual Safety regulations continued Repair service work Installation in third party products e See Safety concept booklet e See Safety concept booklet e Only original Leica Microsyste
6. ideo display not provided as a focusing aid See next section for proper analog video setup 1 To capture an image onto the SD memory card lightly press the red image capture button located on the side of the Leica ICC 50 camera WETTEN You will hear a beep to acknowledge the button was pressed The camera s LED flashes green while the image is being captured You will hear another beep when the Leica ICC 50 has completed capturing the image When you are finished capturing images press the SD memory card into the slot and it will pop out of the slot You can now remove it and view the images on your computer using an appropriate SD memory card reader How to handle SD memory cards Some SD memory cards may have a write protect tab Sliding the tab down ward prevents recording of data and protects existing data e g images When recording to erasing from or formatting the memory card slide the tab upward Ensure that the memory card is correctly oriented before inserting it in the camera It may damage the camera if inserted backward by mistake Cautions When Handling SD memory cards e Memory cards are high precision electronic devices Do not bend them apply force to them or subject them to shocks or vibration e Do not attempt to disassemble or alter the memory card Leica ICC 50 Do not allow dirt water or foreign objects to contact the terminals on the back of the card Do not touch the
7. ms spare parts may be used Disposal e See Safety concept booklet e Before opening the instruments switch off the power and unplug the power cable Legal regulations e Touching the live circuit can cause injury e See Safety concept booklet Transport EC Declaration of Conformity e Use the original packaging for shipping or e See Safety concept booklet transporting the individual modules of the Leica ICC 50 camera e In order to prevent damage from vibrations disassemble all moving parts that accord ing to the user manual can be assembled and disassembled by the customer and pack them separately Leica ICC 50 Manual Health risks Workplaces equipped with stereomicroscopes facilitate and improve the viewing task but they also impose high demands on the eyes and holding muscles of the user Depending on the duration of uninterrupted work asthenopia and musculoskeletal problems may occur For this reason appropriate measures for reduction of the workload must be taken e Optimal arrangement of workplace work assignments and work flow changing tasks frequently e Thorough training of the personnel giving consideration to ergonomic and organiza tional aspects The ergonomic design and construction of the Leica DM stereomicroscopy series are intended to reduce the exertion of the user to a mini mum The Leica ICC 50 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Leica ICC 50 Digi tal Camera Module from
8. rds EMI RFIEN55011 B EN50082 1 EMC61000 3 261000 3 3 Leica ICC 50 Supply Voltage and Range Supply Frequency Input 5VDC 500mA If using the Stand alone Kit Input 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 0 5 A Output 5 VDC 2 4 A 12 W max Range of Environmental Conditions Manual Altitude up to 2000m Indoor use only Temperatures 5 C to 40 C Installation Category II Overvoltage Category Pollution degree 2 Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 31 C decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 40 C
9. ri and the other end into the Composite il an image at all on your analog device it ate power outlet Video In connector of your Analog device may mean that you have to change the video projector monitor recorder etc setting for a different International Standard 1 Carefully insert a pointed object such as a ball point pen into the NTSC PAL reset hole ofthe Leica ICC 50 Both cables are now connected at the back of the Leica ICC 50 You can now toggle between the two Interna tional Standards to choose the correct one Leica ICC 50 WETTEN Setting a new white balance for the ICC 50 If you depress and hold the red exposure button for more than 10 seconds the camera is reset and a new white balance is generated Make sure that there is no sample in the beam path and that a standard illumination is avail able when you reset the camera It is recommended to set a new white balance each time you change the type or color temper ature of the illumination This is especially needed when you work with halogen light which can be turned from low intensity yellow to a high intensity blue light The new white balance setting will generate a neutral back ground for both illuminations Leica ICC 50 METE Leica ICC 50 ETE Ready Set Go Now all you need to do is properly set up your microscope capture your images and enjoy Leica ICC 50 Manual Care and Cleaning Care and Cleaning
10. ssories and electrical accesso ries as well as general safety instructions Leica ICC 50 You can combine individual system articles with articles from external suppliers e g cold light sources etc Please read the user manual and the safety requirements of the supplier Before installing operating or using the instru ments read the user manuals listed above In particular please observe all safety instructions To maintain the unit in its original condition and to ensure safe operation the user must follow the instructions and warnings contained in these user manuals Manual Symbols used Warning of a danger This symbol indicates especially impor A tant information that must be read and complied with Failure to comply can cause the following e Hazards to personnel e Functional disturbances or instruments damaged Warning of hazardous electrical voltage This symbol indicates especially impor tant information that if not observed can cause the following e Hazards to personnel e Functional disturbances or instruments damaged Leica ICC 50 Danger due to hot surface fh This symbol warns against touching hot surfaces e g those of light bulbs Important information This symbol indicates additional infor mation or explanations that intend to provide clarity Manual Safety regulations Description Location of use Requirements for the owner operator The individual modules
11. terminals with your hands or metal objects Do not peel away the original label on the memory card or cover it with another label or sticker When writing on the memory card use a soft point pen e g felt tip pen Using a sharp point pen e g ball point pen or pencil may damage the memory card or corrupt the recorded data Since some or all of the data recorded on the memory card may be corrupted or erased by electrical noise static electric ity camera or card malfunction making a backup copy of important data is recom mended Moving a memory card rapidly between temperature extremes will cause conden Manual sation to form in the card and lead to a malfunction To avoid condensation place the memory card in a sealed plastic bag before moving it into a different tempera ture zone and allow it to adjust slowly to the new temperature If condensation forms on the memory card store it at room temperature until the water droplets have evaporated naturally Do not use or store memory cards in loca tions subject to dust or sand nor in loca tions subject to high humidity and high temperatures Using Analog Video without a computer 1 Attach the power supply cable into the 2 Attach the video cable into the Video Changing the video standard power jack in the back of the Leica ICC 50 connector in the back of the Leica ICC 50 If you see a distorted image or do not see camera and the other end into an approp
12. um x 3 2um e o o eee Sensor e Type of sensor Micron 1 2 CMOS e Gain 1x 20x e Color depth 24 bit e Data format JPEG TIFF BMP Software Operating systems Windows XP Windows Vista Leica software LAS EZ software PC Leica ICC 50 Mechanical and optical Interfaces e e ec 000 0 Fits between Viewing Tube and Stand via Standard Leica Dovetail Center offset of the top dovetail to the bottom lt 0 4mm Light distribution optical 50 camera 50 No reflections dust or impurifications visible on prism Internal video magnification 0 5x Sensor centered to optical axis 0 1mm Sensor horizontally vertically aligned 1 degree Electronic Interfaces O O e e 0 eo Manual Compatibility USB 2 0 mini plug female Analog video port RCA connector with composite video signal PAL or NTSC Pinhole switch to select between PAL or NTSC video mode 2 color LED for power on green recording red Integrated slot SD Secure Digital Recording switch for image capture Reset feature when pressing the recording switch for more than 5 seconds Power consumption 4 W Leica ICC 50 camera module cont Other Power supply via USB 2 0 External power supply optional Operating temperature range 5 C 50 C Humidity 10 90 Recommended computer configuration Intel Pentium 4 or DuoCore 2GHz 1GB RAM 24 bit graphics 1024 x 768 CD ROM drive CE conformity declaration available cUL Approved Standa
13. ur projector fil An image cannot be seen through the projector until the live image appears on your computer Capturing Images without a computer In order to use this mode you must have il an SD card with free memory on it If the SD memory card is full the Leica ICC 50 s LED will remain red and you will not be able to capture any more images In order to use this mode you cannot be il connected to a computer at the same time If the Leica ICC 50 camera is connected to a computer you will not be able to capture pictures onto the SD memory card Leica ICC 50 Attaching the power cable 1 Attach the power supply cable into the power jack in the back of the Leica ICC 50 and attach the other end into an appropri ate power outlet WETTEN e The LED on the Leica ICC 50 will change from yellow to red Capturing Images without a computer cont 2 Insert the SD memory card into the slot on the side of the Leica ICC 50 until the card clicks into place The camera s LED will turn green The Leica ICC 50 is now ready to capture images onto the SD memory card Leica ICC 50 Capturing an image It is critical to properly set the micro A scope eyepieces diopters to ensure that the images on the SD memory card are in focus when the image is in focus through the micro scope s eyepieces Refer to the microscope s User Manual for proper diopter setting You can also use the analog output and an analog v
14. ut any problems Cleaning e Do not use any unsuitable cleaning agents chemicals or techniques for cleaning e Never use chemicals to clean colored surfaces or accessories with rubberized parts This could damage the surfaces and specimens could be contaminated by abraded particles e In most cases we can provide special solu tions on request Some products can be modified and we can offer other accesso ries for use in clean rooms Manual Servicing e Repairs may only be carried out by Leica Microsystems trained service technicians Only original Leica Microsystems spare parts may be used Responsibilities of person in charge of instrument e Ensure that the Leica stereomicroscope is operated maintained and repaired by authorized and trained personnel only Safety concept The Leica ICC 50 camera include an interactive CD ROM with all relevant user manuals Keep it in a safe place and readily accessible to the user User manuals and updates are also avail able for you to download and print from our web site at www leica microsystems com This operating manual describes the special functions of the individual modules of the Leica DM stereomicroscopy series and contains important instructions for their operational safety maintenance and accessories The Safety concept booklet contains addi tional safety information regarding the service work requirements and the handling of stereo microscope acce
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