KERN Optics ODC-2 User manual
ODC-2-BA-e-1910
KERN & Sohn GmbH
Tel: +49-[0]7433- 9933-0
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User Instructions
Tablet camera
for microscopes
KERN ODC-2
ODC 241
Version 1.0
01/2019
ODC-2-BA-e-1910 2
GB
KERN ODC-2
Version 1.0 01/2019
User Instructions
Tablet camera for microscopes
Table of contents
1Before use....................................................................................3
1.1 General notes............................................................................................................................ 3
1.2 Storage ...................................................................................................................................... 3
2Scope of supply...........................................................................4
3Nomenclature...............................................................................5
4Technical data..............................................................................9
5Operation....................................................................................11
5.1 Unpacking and setting up ..................................................................................................... 11
5.2 Start microscope software (S-EYE)...................................................................................... 13
5.3 User interface and functions of the S-EYE microscope software..................................... 14
5.3.1 Effect –Setting the camera parameters............................................................................... 15
5.3.2 Capturing and playing back images and videos................................................................. 16
5.3.3 Measurements ........................................................................................................................ 17
5.3.4 Image analysis........................................................................................................................ 21
6Service........................................................................................24
7Disposal......................................................................................24
8Further information....................................................................24
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1 Before use
1.1 General notes
You must open the packaging carefully, to make sure that none of the accessories in
the packaging fall on the floor and get broken.
You should also avoid getting dirt or finger prints in the area of the camera sensor,
because in most cases this will reduce image clarity.
The sensors and electronics inside the camera are extremely sensitive to light. For
this reason never leave the camera in direct sunlight for long periods of time.
Where possible the tablet should not be used in humid environments. Using it in an
environment which is always dry will automatically increase the service life.
1.2 Storage
You should ensure that the device is not exposed to direct sunlight, temperatures
which are too high or too low, vibrations, dust or a high level of humidity.
The ideal temperature range is between 0 and 40°C and a relative humidity of 85%
should not be exceeded.
Sudden temperature fluctuations may cause fog inside the tablet. The tablet should
therefore be stored in a bag or have a protective sleeve to protect it from these
fluctuations.
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2 Scope of supply
Tablet camera
Power adapter
User Instructions
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3 Nomenclature
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Part
number
Description
Part
number
Description
1
Tablet / Touch display
7
USB port
PC mouse connection
2
Camera housing
8
Connection socket
for headphones
3
Camera sensor
9
Loud speaker
4
Power connector
10
Micro SD slot
5
Microphone
11
Micro HDMI port
6
USB port
12
On/Off switch
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4 Technical data
Screen
9.7” LCD touchscreen
CPU
Quad Core Cortex-A17; 1.8 GHz
Screen resolution
2048x1536 pixels
Sensor
1/2.5“ CMOS
Frames per second (fps)
30 fps @ 1024x768
Pixel size
2.2 µm x 2.2 µm
Photo format
JPEG
Input voltage
12 V DC (no battery operation)
Operating system
Android 5.1
Interfaces
WLAN, USB 2.0, Micro SD, Micro HDMI
App
S-eye
Language
English
Packaging dimensions
275x230x85 mm
Weight
Without packaging: 0.65 kg
With packaging: 1.05 kg
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5 Operation
5.1 Unpacking and setting up
1. Take the tablet camera and power adapter out of the packaging and remove
the packaging sleeves
2. Remove the protective film from the display of the tablet
3. Undo the screws on the cover on the back of the camera and remove the
protective film underneath
4. Fit the tablet camera to the trinocular connection of the microscope
To do this you need a C-mount adapter, which fits the microscope you
are using. (For an example, see figure on page 12)
5. Connect the power supply using the power adapter
The power connector is located on the left on the underside of the tablet
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Tablet camera
C-mount adapter
Microscope
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5.2 Start microscope software (S-EYE)
1. Press the On/Off switch in order to start the tablet (operating system: Android)
To do this the tablet must have a permanent power supply
Battery operation is not possible
2. The S-EYE microscope software usually starts automatically
If this does not happen, then this App (from the desktop of the tablet) can be
started manually (touchscreen)
See figure below
3. To operate the tablet/microscope software easily, you can connect a PC
mouse to the USB port at any time
Tablet start screen
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5.3 User interface and functions of the S-EYE microscope software
S-EYE offers its users an extensive range of functions and thereby guarantees the
very best digital sample analysis.
As well as live image transfer, the following tools are also included:
(can be selected on the righthand edge of the scree)
1. Effect –Setting the camera parameters
2. Measure –Various measuring functions
3. Playback –Image and video playback/image analysis
4. Snap –Image capture
5. Record –Video recording
6. Setting –General settings
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5.3.1 Effect –Setting the camera parameters
If the imaging from the live transfer is not satisfactory,
then there are a few options to optimise this imaging,
using the “Effect” program category.
1. Exposure
Auto mode:
Exposure time adjusts automatically
Manual mode:
Exposure time is adjusted manually
2. Auto WB (white balance)
Auto mode:
Colour temperature adjusts automatically
Manual mode:
Colour temperature is adjusted manually
3. Further image processing
Brightness
Contrast
Saturation
Sharp
Gamma
4. Flip function
Horizontal image mirroring
Vertical image mirroring
5. Reset
The settings implemented for image processing can be saved under four different
profiles.
To do this click on the following symbol:
You can also reset to the original settings using the “factory” profile.
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5.3.2 Capturing and playing back images and videos
Click on the Snap button to capture an image.
You can set the image size in the “Setting” program category under
“Picture Size”.
Click on the Record button to record a video.
Depending on the video size selected for live transfer (“Setting”
program category under “Preview Size”), videos with a size of up to
1080p (Full-HD) can be recorded.
All images and videos are saved and can be recalled using the
Playback button.
In order to open the required image or video, you need to double click.
You can specify the default storage location for images and videos in
the “Setting” program category under “File Storage Path”
Using the “Popup file dialog when saving file” you can set whether the
dialogue window should appear to confirm each image or video.
Under “Enable built-in image viewer” you can set whether images can
be opened using the standard Android gallery or in the built-in image
display program (see 5.3.4 Image analysis).
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5.3.3 Measurements
In order to be able to take measurements, calibration must be carried out first, which
will synchronise the magnification settings of the microscope and the image
characteristics of live transfer on the tablet camera.
Calibration:
1. Place the object holder with integrated scale onto the stage of the microscope
2. Click on the Measure button
3. Click on “Add” (or “+”) in the lower area of the “Calibrations” area
4. Follow the
instructions
which are
displayed, step
by step
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Adjust the scale on the image to match the length of the physical scale
ruler
You can move the scale or alter the length using the touch function.
In the example shown, a scale with a fine division of 0.01 mm (10 µm) is
used. The total length is 1000 µm
Enter an appropriate name for the
calibration.
Usually the lens magnification set for the
microscope is selected.
In the example here: 4x.
It is also vital to specify the length of the
part as established using the scale, as well
as the preferred measuring unit for the
measurement.
In the example here: 1000 µm.
Click on “Calculate” in order to save
and close the calibration.
This procedure must be carried out
again for other lens magnifications.
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Measuring tools:
Symbol
Function
Description
Counting
Adding points which are marked with the consecutive
numbers
Line
Measuring the distance between two points
Rectangle
Measuring the length, width and area of a rectangle
Circle
Measuring the radius and area of a circle
Different methods are available for creating a circule
Cross line
Adding a cross line
Multiple x or y axes possible
Angle
Measuring an angle
Double circle
Measuring the distance between two circle centres
Perpendicular
Measuring the distance between a line and a point
Concentricity
Measuring the radii of two circles with the same centre
Text
Adding text annotations
Settings
Setting the line thickness, line colour, font and font
size and colour
Save
Creating an image which contains the currently
displayed measurements
Delete 1
Delete one selected measurement
Delete 2
Delete all measurements on the screen
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