Parent Quick Start Guide
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1. Install Photolmpression and install Videolmpression on the menu screen 6 Follow the steps by clicking the appropriate buttons _ii Package contents Microscope Digital camera with lens USB cable and stand Eyepiece 2 prepared slides 10 blank slides 12 blank labels 12 slide covers 12 cover glasses Software CDROM 0 This manual ee el Oe Oe eo Minimum system requirements i A computer with USB port Intel Pentium II 350MHz Processor or faster 64MB System RAM Windows 98SE Me 2000 XP CD ROM drive 16 bit color display or higher Software setup guide STOP Do not attach the microscope digital camera to your computer Make sure you install the software first 1 Insert the software CDROM to your CDROM drive 2 Wait for autoplay to start 3 If the installer screen does not come up automatically click Start Run and execute the file autorun exe of the CD to start the installation program 4 Click Install E Microscope Driver Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation 6 When the installation is completed the E Microscope program group will appear as a folder in the Program menu re Restart your computer 8 Install ArcSoft Camera Suite by clicking Install Photolmpression and Install Videolmpression on the installer screen on Connecting the Digital Microscope 1 After the E Microscope software has been installed plug the microscop2. is too bright or too dark adjust the camera exposure Choose Video Source from the Options menu If the image is too bright try selecting Outdoor mode If it is too dark try selecting Indoor mode You will also need to adjust the Exposure control for optimum brightness Note that if you can only see a white screen the image is too bright Please select Outdoor mode as described above 9 If there is flickering in the image shown from Video Source menu try checking different Flicker setting under the Setting tab until flickering is reduced Note that this option is available only when Indoor mode is selected OAE Focus Adjust the focus ring until the image on the computer screen looks clear Focusing may take a little practice Try making small changes and waiting for the screen to catch up Selecting different magnification You can choose different level by rotating the magnification ring on the microscope The current level is indicated on the magnification level label facing you You will feel a click if the lens is properly aligned Levels of 100X 200X and 300X can be selected Single frame still frame capture In VideoCap select Single Frame from the Capture menu ee VidCap CACAPTURE AVI a Captus Help Or press Capture Single Frame button when you are ready to save your image nur ram Y ox Edit Options a Help To save the frame selec
3. microscope is not put to use for a long period of time discharge the light source batteries Always keep instructions to hand Components of a Microscope yea a IS L Eyepiece removable Focusing knob Body tube Objective lens Arm Stage Clip Clip adjustors Non transparency illuminator Power switches for the illuminators Base Magnification revolving turret 13 2 Procedures 1 Firstly insert 2 AA penlite dry cells batteries in the back of the base You will need to use a screwdriver to open the base Batteries are not included adjustors Only adults should install and replace batteries and bulb Alkaline batteries are recommended Do not use rechargeable batteries Non rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged If the toy has not used for a long time remove the batteries Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix alkaline standard carbon zinc or rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the toy The supply terminals are not to be short circuited Only batteries of the same or equivalent type as recommended are to be used Batteries are to be inserted with the correct polarity Do not dispose of batteries in fire batteries may explode or leak Batteries may explode or leak if misused Now put the prepared slide on the stage and fasten it in place w
4. Connect the camera module to the USB port of the computer 5 Start VideoCap program from the Windows Start menu If the message Capture device not found make sure the Microsoft WDM Image Capture device is checked in the Option menu 6 Preview the slide image by checking Preview from the Option menu or clicking the Preview button on the tool bar 7 Adjust the focus by rotating the lens until a clear image is displayed 8 You can take still pictures and save them in the computer using the same procedure as described in the section Using the Microscope in Digital Mode 9 To use the camera module as a web camera for video conference you need to install applications like Netmeeting or MSN Messenger which can be downloaded from Microsofts web site Please refer to the corresponding application manual Handling note The image sensor of the camera is a delicate integrated circuit and must be handled carefully When you remove the lens from the camera dust may fall on the sensor Only use a blower to clean the dust Never touch the sensor Technical Specifications Image Sensor 1 4 5 inch color CMOS 310k effective pixels Color 24 bit RGB Interface USB version 1 1 Video Preview 30fps 320x240 pixels CIF 12fps 640x480 pixels VGA Video Control PC software provides control for Auto or Manual white balance exposure brightness contrast hue saturation sharpness gamma 50 60H
5. Figure 3 make sure the camera module sits properly in place Figure 3 3 Make sure the microscope is connected to the USB port of the computer 235 4 Install two AA size batteries not included in the battery compartment at the base of the microscope Place the slide on the sample platform and turn on the light source the bottom light source is recommended if using transparent slide 5 Start VideoCap program from the Windows Start menu If the message Capture device not found pops up make sure the Microsoft WDM Image Capture device is checked in the Option menu res VidCap CACAPTURE AY File Edit Options Capture Help Andio Format Video Format Video Source video Display Compression Preview Tvenas v Microsoft WDM Image Capture Version 4 10 0 2222 6 Set the image size to 640x480 in Video Format from the Option menu smaller image size e g 352x288 is recommended for slower computers File Edit Options Capture Help Video Format Stream Settings Digital Image Format Resolution Fisel Depth bits and Compression Size bytes E40 x 480 x 921600 cence anew 7 Preview the slide image by checking Preview from the Option menu ak rp ot rn A A ATT big idCap r CACAPTURE A y i Video DEMEN Overlay or clicking the Preview button on the tool bar Ee B T a a 7 a a k 7 T E EN 8 If the image
6. Parent Quick Start Guide 7 You need the Adobe Acrobat Reader software to open the manual Click Install Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 1 if your computer does not While 4 in 1 E Microscope is easy to install and use the initial hardware have this software and software setup must be done by an adult Please follow the instructions below to get started 8 If you have the Adobe Acrobat Reader software installed you can read the manuals for the E Microscope and the camera suite by Do not attach the microscope to your computer yet It is important to clicking E Microscope Manual and ArcSoft Application Software install the software first Manual on the menu screen respectively 1 Insert the E Microscope installation CD 2 Wait for the autoplay to start If Autoplay does not automatically launch the installer go to the desktop and double click on the icon named My Computer Under the environment with electrostatic discharge the sample Double click the icon for the CD ROM DVD drive that contains the E may malfunction and require user to reset the sample Microscope software Sometimes this will cause Autoplay to start If it doesn t double click on the autorun exe and follow the setup steps on this page 3 Click Install E Microscope Driver on the menu 4 Follow the steps by clicking the appropriate buttons 5 After finishing the driver installation You can install the ArcSoft camera suite by clicking
7. croscope set is appropriate for children over 8 years old If not applied supervision of adult is required as this set comprises of functional sharp edge Before using the microscope attentively and carefully read the instructions follow the guide and have them for direction in case you need further helpful hints In any situation be extreme caution to not allow chemicals to come into contact with any part of the body especially the eyes and mouth Keep away young infants and animals from the experiment Always reserve the microscope set in a place where young infant is out of reach Eye protection is not provided it can be obtained from any science departments and major shopping outlets Remember in case of accidents please seek medical advice 12 Helpful Hints The essential component of the microscope is the lens Consequently adequate care must be exercised when dealing with the lens It is important to put the removable eyepiece at position 1 see picture below for viewing without the camera module Microscope should be stored in a moisture free place Because moisture build up on the light encourages a reduction in light concentration After it is utilized protect the microscope from dust by covering the microscope or placing it back into the box If the lens gets dusty or dirty it is suggested to clear off the lens surface with a soft cotton cloth or tissue Do not rub the lens with a finger or unclean cloth If a
8. e s USB cable into your computer s USB port 2 Go to the Windows Start menu to launch the software AMCap or VideoCap from the E Microscope program group Note For the location of the USB ports on your computer please refer to your computer s user manual To ensure that the digital microscope works normally do not connect or disconnect the USB cable from the computer while system is starting up or shutting down To avoid unstable system software functioning do not connect or disconnect the USB cable while application is opening or closing If you want to disconnect the digital microscope when the computer is on remember to 1 Close any software application that currently using for the microscope 2 Disconnect the USB cable Never pull on the cable portion to disconnect the USB cable always grasp the connector itself while disconnecting Note that the computer may not be able to recognize the microscope if it is disconnected and then reconnected while the computer is in power saving mode Using the Microscope in Digital Mode USB cable Light switch bottom np omen Magnification ring Focus knob Sample platform Sample position knob 1 If you have been using the digital camera module as a web camera unscrew the objective lens unit from the camera figure 2 The eyepiece on the microscope also needs to be removed Figure 2 2 Snap the digital camera module in the eyepiece position
9. ith the clip Next choose the magnification strength you desire In general it is recommended to begin with lower magnification for easier focusing To change the magnification setting turn the magnification revolving turret until you hear a click 4 Choose the illuminator for viewing If an object is thin and crystalline or when light can advance through the object use the transparency illuminator For an object which light does not advance through use the non transparency illuminator 5 Look through the eyepiece and slowly adjust the focusing knob until the object on the slide becomes clear To view different part of the slide adjust the clip adjustors until the desired object appears through the eyepiece How To Make a Prepared Slide Please note that if the given specimen is not thin and crystalline it cannot be inspected by the microscope This is due to the fact that light from the reflector or light source does not advance through e Fibres of wool pollen or salt will be simple to see and will not need a cover glass e Crystal clear specimen are stain first with a drop or two drops of methylene blue Eosin or other dyeing solutions are available on the market Also note these are dyeing solutions and thus could induce staining of clothing fabrics and carpets Extreme care should be handled when dealing with these solutions 15 1 Temporary Mount Wipe the slide and cover glass clean Thin the
10. ng it clockwise Put the session back into the illuminator ee HONG GO ATED CHAS SS IGE See TY INSTRUCTION MANUAL 4 IN 1 PC LINK E MICROSCOPE Safety Recommendations Always seek medical attention in case of any doubts In case of e Eye contact Wash out eye with plenty of water and if necessary holding eye open e Inhalation Remove person to fresh air e Cut Cut should be washed in antiseptic solution or clean water Next step is to put on a bandage e Swallowed Do not encourage vomiting Wash out mouth with water and drink fresh water In any of the above situations please contact a doctor WARNING Only for use by children over 8 years old Only for use under the supervision of adult This toy contains functional edge CAUTION Read the instructions before use follow them and keep them for reference Keep small children and animals away from experiments Store the microscope set out of reach of small children Eye protection for supervising adults is not included END Copyright 2003 Eastcolight Hong Kong Ltd All rights reserved
11. sample with a razor blade Be extremely careful Then pick it up with tweezers and put it on the centre part of the glass slide Next add one drop of water on the sample with a dissecting needle If the sample is clear add one drop of methylene blue or eosin solutions Be extremely careful e Gently put the cover glass on it take care not to let any air bubbles in it e Remove any excess water or dyeing solutions with blotting paper e Now it is ready for observation Remember to wash your hands immediately after doing the preparations and dispose the dyeing solutions down the drain not into a sink li 2L 2 Permanent Mount e Wipe the slide and cover glass clean e Continue as above but before covering the slide with the cover glass add few drops of gum media or Canada balsam solution or transparent adhesive glue with a dissecting needle to the slide e Put down on the cover glass with tweezers or fix it in place and leave it to dry for about a day Replacing Light Bulb Caution Light bulb could be hot after using Do not change light bulb immediately after using the microscope Turn off all power before changing light bulb 16 Changing the Non Transparency Illuminator light bulb The microscope uses a 3V 0 2A TL 3 type light bulb Pull the back of the Non Transparency Illuminator until the session comes out Remove the old light bulb by turning it anti clockwise Put the new light bulb in place by turni
12. t the Save Single Frame option from the File menu e VidCap CACAPTURE AVI Bile Edit Options Capture Help Load Palette Set Capture File Allocate File Space Save Captured Video s Save Palette Save single Frame Edit Captured Video Alte Save the image in the directory you selected Sy Vide ap Ele Edt Options Capture Save Single Frame Make sure to TYPE in the BMP extension of your file as VidCap Will NOT add it automatically Your File Hame bmp E E az ype Microsoft Windows DIE Using the Microscope in non Digital Mode 1 2 3 Replace the digital camera module of the microscope with the removable eyepiece for direct viewing figure 4 Focusing and magnification level selection are the same as in digital mode Please refer to the detail instructions of using the microscope starting from page 12 Figure 4 Using the digital camera module as a PC camera 1 Screw the objective lens unit back to the camera module if it has been removed for microscope viewing Care should be taken not to make fingerprints or dust on the lens and the sensor of the camera The camera stand comes in two separate pieces connect them together as shown in the following picture Make sure the top part is secured into the base Push downwards to connect the joint together Place the camera unit on the stand as shown below 10 4
13. z flicker filtering Video Capture 30fps 320x240 pixels CIF 12fps 640x480 pixels VGA Still Capture 30fos 320x240 pixels CIF 12fps 640x480 pixels VGA Magnification 100 200 300 for 14 screen sai Welcome to the world of Micro Science We take great pleasure in introducing you to the world of Microscope Microscope refers to an instrument with lenses for making very small near objects to appear larger Because there are innumerable of living things that cannot be seen with our naked eyes microscope enables these invisible living things to be seen effortlessly The discovery of microscope goes back many many years and since the invention it has exposed to a new field of exploration and study as more attractive and exquisite specimens as you ever imagined can be evidence In our new world of advanced technology every science from the most fundamental study of biology to the highly skilled fields of astro physiology will use some form of microscope The mission of microscope allows anyone from all walks of life to better comprehend the complexity forms of living organisms or stagnant materials that construct this world in which we live in This microscope set will be the starting point to your many hours of fruition as a hobby or broader your opportunity to a wonderful world of science Happy Experimenting Attention The following information should be read carefully in order to overcome confusions This mi
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