Firefly DE500 User manual

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Digital Microscope
THANKS FOR SELECTING A FIREFLY MICROSCOPE
To take full advantage of this product’s advanced capabilities,
and to properly and safely use this product, please read the manual carefully.
DE500
User Manual

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Copyright 2011 by Firefly Global. All rights are reserved. No one is permitted to reproduce or
duplicate, in any form, this manual or any part thereof without permission from Firefly Global
(www.fireflyglobal.com).
Firefly Global assumes no responsibility for any injury, or for any illegal or improper use of the
product, that may result from failure to use this product in accordance with the instructions,
cautions, warnings, or indications for use published in this manual.
Software in this product is copyright of Firefly Global and its vendors. All rights are reserved.
The software is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws and international treaty
provisions applicable worldwide. Under such laws, the licensee is entitled to use the copy of
the software incorporated with this instrument as intended in the operation of the product in
which it is embedded. The software may not be copied, decompiled, reverse-engineered,
disassembled or otherwise reduced to human-perceivable form. This is not a sale of the
software or any copy of the software; all rights, title, and ownership of the software remain
with Firefly and/or its vendors.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Firefly Global will void the
purchaser’s authority to operate the equipment and its warranty.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction................................................................................................................ 4
Warnings & Cautions .................................................................................................. 5
Warning .................................................................................................................................. 5
Caution ................................................................................................................................... 5
Check List.................................................................................................................... 7
Nomenclature ............................................................................................................. 8
Operation .................................................................................................................... 8
Setting up the microscope with specula：.................................................................................. 9
Setting up the F.O.V. extender and specula:............................................................................. 10
Setting up the software application：...................................................................................... 11
Connect to PC：.................................................................................................................... 11
Power the Device On：........................................................................................................... 11
Recommended holding position:.............................................................................................. 12
Brightness Adjustment: .......................................................................................................... 12
Using the image capture control:............................................................................................. 12
Using Focus:.......................................................................................................................... 13
Function as a laryngoscope..................................................................................................... 13
Standby and Remove device: .................................................................................................. 14
Viewing the Images: .............................................................................................................. 15
Tool bars............................................................................................................................... 15
Control tool bars: ................................................................................................................... 16
Image tool bars: .................................................................................................................... 16
Device Tool bars: ................................................................................................................... 17
Maintenance and service ..........................................................................................18
Cleaning recommendation....................................................................................................... 18
Recycling the system components............................................................................................ 18
Accessories............................................................................................................................ 18
Service policy......................................................................................................................... 19
specifications ............................................................................................................20
Limited Warranty ....................................................................................................21
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................ 24
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):........................................................................................ 24

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INTRODUCTION
The Firefly Microscope System consists of a digital Microscope, software application and a USB cable. Only
a computer equipped with a free USB port is needed to use the system.
The Firefly Microscope System is designed for effective operation under a variety of conditions and typical
video parameters are set at the factory. The software allows users to adjust most parameters including
Saturation, Hue, Brightness, Contrast and Sharpness for desired applications.
System Requirements
The Firefly Microscope System requires a user PC system running Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later
operating system, a viewing screen, and a PC with an available USB 2.0 port.
Intended use
The Firefly Microscope System is intended to allow inspection of the external ear, ear canal, and tympanic
membrane under magnification. A secondary use of may be for general illumination of the throat and/or
nasal cavities or assessing flexibility of the tympanic membrane.
User Profile
The Firefly Microscope System is intended for applications such as:
Science Education
Medical examinations
Veterinarian use
Self health monitoring

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WARNINGS &CAUTIONS
Please familiarize all operating personnel with the general saf et y
information in this summary. Specific warnings and cautions a r e also found
throughout this manual.
Warning
A warning statement in this manual iden tif i es a condition or pr act i ce which if
not corrected or discontinued immediately, could lead to injury, illness, or
death.
Do not use in the presence of f l amma ble anesthetics.
This product has no user se rv iceable / replaceable parts. Please refer all
service to authorized service personnel.
This instrument is not intended to be used in the eye.
This product generates and r e cor d s reference images from inputs
obtained from the software application FireflyPro. These reference images
are not intended for medical or other diagnostic purposes.
Caution
A caution statement in this manual identifies condition or practice, which if not
corrected or discontinued immediate l y , could lead to equipment failure,
e quipment damage, or data loss.
 In order to obtain optimum performance and ensure patient safety,
thoroughly read this manual .
Do not use the Firefly Microscope if y ou notice any signs of damage to the
components of th e system. Contact customer service f o r immediate
assistance .
Do not attempt to disinfect the Firefly Microscope System using
glutaraldehyde pro duc t s , ethylene oxide gas, steam or any other liquid or
gas disinfectant.
The signal output (USB P o r t ) connector is intended for con nect i on of only
devices complying wit h IEC 60601 - 1, or other IEC standards (for
example, IEC 60950), as app r opriate to the device. Conn ecting additional
devices to the Firefly Microscope System is not allowed. You are

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responsible for verifying that the system complies with th e requirements of
the system standard IEC 60601 - 1 - 1.
This product complies w i th current re qu ire d standards for
electromagnetic interference and should not present p r oblems to other
equipment or be affected by other devices. As a precaution, avoid using
th is device in close proximity to other e quip ment.
Do not apply alcohol, ch e m icals, or water to the lens. Any liquids entering the
optical assembly will damage internal components.

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CHECK LIST
Before starting, check that all the following items have been included with your product. If anything is
missing, contact your dealer.
Microscope x 1pc
FOV Extender x 1 pc
USB cable x 1 pc
Sofware Application CD
Clip x 1pc
Specula (S/M/L) x 5 sets

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NOMENCLATURE

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OPERATION
Setting up the microscope with specula：
Only a ccepts original specula qualified for use with Firefly microscopes
Plug the spe cu l a into the round concave guide in front.
To remove: Simply pull to unplug the specu l a.
Ensure a tight fit for proper operation.

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Setting up the F.O.V. extender and specula:
To obtain a deeper view of the subject under examination, the Field of View (F.O.V.) extender may be
attached.
Plug the F.O.V Extender into the round concave guide in
front of the microscope.
Plug the spe cu l a into the round concave guide in front of
the F.O.V. Extender.
To remove: Simply pull to unplug the specu l a.
Ensure a tight fit for proper operation.