AmScope AM-1 Series User manual

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Before Use........................................................................................................... 3
Introduction.............................................................................................3
Safety Precautions ..................................................................................4
Parts............................................................................................................... 5
SM-1B/T.............................................................................................. 5
SM-1TS/BS ......................................................................................6
SM-1(B/T)-PL..................................................................................... 7
Definition of Parts ............................................................................... 8
Getting Started .........................................................................................10
Assembly.............................................................................................. 10
Operation .................................................................................................12
Setting Up................................................................................................12
Focusing ............................................................................................... 12
Using the Trinocular Port ..................................................................13
Attaching a Camera ...........................................................................13
Adjusting Focusing Tension ............................................................14
Maintenance/Precautions .................................................................... 14
Specifications..............................................................................................15
SM-1 Series Specifications................................................................. 15
Optional Accessories........................................................................... 16
Technical Terms & Concepts ..........................................................17
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................18
Common Issues (Optical)..................................................................18
Common Issues (Mechanical)...........................................................19

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Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new AmScope microscope!
This manual is designed for the SM-1 series microscopes (SM-1B, SM-1T, and all their variants).
The two base models of this series differ in that the -B models are binocular (two eyepiece ocular
tubes), while the -T models are trinocular (two eyepiece ocular tubes with a third port on top for
a microscope camera).
Please take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with the features and functions of your new microscope.
If you’d like more information on microscopes, parts, or accessories, please visit our website at:
www.amscope.com
We highly recommend you study this manual thoroughly before operating the microscope and
that you keep it on hand for future reference.
If you have additional questions or need assistance, please send us an email at:
[e-mail]

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Safety Precautions
1. As the microscope is a precision instrument, always handle it with care, avoiding impact
or abrupt movement during transportation. Do not shake the package.
2. Do not place the microscope in direct sunlight or in high heat. Keep it indoors in a dry
and clean place with temperatures between 32-100 degrees F (0-40 degrees C), and in
maximum relative humidity of 85%.
3. Avoid touching the lenses on the objectives and the eyepieces so that oil and dirt from
your fingerprints do not obstruct your view.
4. Before turning the power on, make sure that the power supply voltage is consistent with
the voltage of your microscope (for units with built in illumination).

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SM-1B/T
Trinocular Port (SM-1T Only)
Eyepieces
Ocular Tubes
Interpupillary Adjusters
Objective
Pillar Stand
Magnification Knob
Focusing Rack
Focusing Knob
StageClips
Flat Inspection Stand

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SM-1TS/BS
Trinocular Port (SM-1TS Only)
Eyepieces
Ocular Tubes
Pillar Stand
Interpupillary Adjusters
Objective
Magnification Knob
Ring Light
(Not included in
base model)
Focusing Knob
Focusing Rack
StageClips
Flat Stand

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SM-1(B/T)-PL
Eyepieces
Ocular Tubes
Interpupillary Adjusters
Objective
Trinocular Port (SM-1T-PL Only)
Pillar Stand
Magnification Knob
Focusing Rack
Focusing Knob
Top Illuminator
Dimmer Controls
Base Illuminator
StageClips
Flat Stand

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Definition of Parts
AdjustableTrinocularPort
Threaded port with adjustable length of attachment of digital or video camera
Boom Stand
Stand for the microscope that allows the head to be moved in physical space in various directions
Continuous Zoom
A microscope head with a knob to change magnification through a range
Dimmer
Controls the amount of light that escapes from the illumination source
Diopter
Allows the focus to be perfected for both eyes, independent of each other
Fixed Power
Microscope head whose objectives are pre-set at certain levels and changed by rotating the objective
Focusing Knob
sed to move the microscope head vertically to bring the sample into focus
GooseneckIlluminator
Illuminator independent of the unit that allows movement of one or two necks for controlled lighting
Head Lock Screw
Screws the microscope head into place
Magnification Knob
Changes the magnification of the lenses on a continuous zoom microscope
Microscope Head
Contains the objective lens, eyepiece ocular tubes, and prisms used to magnify
Ocular Tube
Tube designed to hold the eyepieces or camera in place

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Ring Light
An illuminator that mounts directly onto the objective to emit even light on the sample below
Simul-FocalMicroscopeHead
Head containing a focus adjustment for a trinocular port camera to simultaneously to match the eyepieces
Table Stand
A stand which sits on the table and holds the head directly above the sample without moving

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Assembly