Leica ICC50 User manual
Leica ICC 50 Manual 3
Contents
General Instructions 4
Safety concept 5
Symbols used 6
Safety regulations 7
The Leica ICC 50 9
Introduction 10
Unpacking 11
Get Ready! 12
Preparation for Use 13
Get Set! 15
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
Go! 22
Ready! Set! Go! 23
Care and Cleaning 24
Care and Cleaning 25
Specications 26
Leica ICC 50 camera module 27
Leica ICC 50 Manual 4
General Instructions
Safety concept
Before using your Leica ICC 50 camera for the
rst time, please read the "Safety concept"
brochure included with your instrument. It
contains additional information about handling
and care.
Use in clean rooms
The Leica ICC 50 camera can be used in clean
rooms without any problems.
Cleaning
ϘDo not use any unsuitable cleaning agents,
chemicals or techniques for cleaning.
ϘNever use chemicals to clean colored
surfaces or accessories with rubberized
parts. This could damage the surfaces,
and specimens could be contaminated by
abraded particles.
ϘIn most cases, we can provide special solu-
tions on request. Some products can be
modied, and we can oer other accesso-
ries for use in clean rooms.
Servicing
ϘRepairs 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
ϘEnsure that the Leica stereomicroscope
is operated, maintained and repaired by
authorized and trained personnel only.
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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, accessories and electrical accesso-
ries as well as general safety instructions.
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.
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Symbols used
Warning of a danger
•This symbol indicates especially impor-
tant information that must be read and
complied with. Failure to comply can cause the
following:
ϘHazards to personnel
ϘFunctional disturbances or damaged
instruments
Warning of hazardous electrical voltage
This symbol indicates especially impor-
tant information that, if not observed,
can cause the following:
ϘHazards to personnel
ϘFunctional disturbances or damaged
instruments.
Danger due to hot surface
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.
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Safety regulations
Description
The individual modules fulll the highest
requirements for observation and documenta-
tion of the Leica ICC 50 camera.
Designated use
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
Non-intended use
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
The devices and accessories described in this
operating manual have been tested for safety
and potential hazards. The responsible Leica
aliate must be consulted whenever the device
is altered, modied 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!
Location of use
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
ϘSet up the electrical components at least
10 cm from walls and combustible objects.
ϘAvoid large temperature uctuations,
direct sunlight and vibrations. These condi-
tions can distort measurements and micro-
graphic images.
ϘIn warm and warm-damp climatic zones,
the individual components require special
care in order to prevent the build up of
fungus.
Requirements for the owner/operator
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
Ensure that:
ϘThe Leica ICC 50 camera is operated, main-
tained and repaired by authorized and
trained personnel only.
ϘAll operators have read, understood and
observe this user manual, and particularly
the safety instructions.
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Safety regulations (continued)
Repair, service work
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
ϘOnly original Leica Microsystems spare
parts may be used.
ϘBefore opening the instruments, switch o
the power and unplug the power cable.
ϘTouching the live circuit can cause injury.
Transport
ϘUse the original packaging for shipping or
transporting the individual modules of the
Leica ICC 50 camera.
ϘIn 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.
Installation in third-party products
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
Disposal
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
Legal regulations
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
EC Declaration of Conformity
ϘSee "Safety concept" booklet
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:
ϘOptimal arrangement of workplace, work
assignments and work ow (changing tasks
frequently).
ϘThorough 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.
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Thank you for purchasing the Leica ICC 50 Digi-
tal Camera Module from 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.
Introduction
Leica ICC 50 Manual 11
ϘCarefully remove the components from the
packing box.
ϘThe contents include the camera module,
CD with imaging software, and USB cable.
ϘIf 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.
ϘPlease do not discard any of the packing
materials. They should be used for safely
storing and transporting the instrument
should the need arise.
Unpacking
Leica ICC 50 Manual 13
Tools used
ϘAllen key
Do not insert anything except the
SD memory card into the card slot –
danger of short circuit and electric shock!
The Leica ICC 50 camera module ts
between the microscope stand and the
microscope’s viewing tube.
Preparation for Use
1. If the microscope’s viewing tube is in place,
remove it.
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
provided with the microscope.
3. Insert the dovetail (see the underside of the
Leica ICC 50) into the stand support.
4. Tighten the set screw rmly without forcing
it.
Preparation for Use
Leica ICC 50 Manual 16
For Computer Mode, instructions on
installing and using the accompanying
software, are supplied on the CD ROM which
comes with the ICC 50.
10× eyepieces have a xed circular eld
of view of 18 mm or 20 mm diameter. The
Leica ICC 50’s eld of view, however, is rectan-
gular with a diagonal of 16.4 mm to ensure an
even eld on the digital image. As a result, the
image eld of the camera is smaller than the
object eld 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.
The Leica ICC 50 is now powered from
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.
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 your projector.
An image cannot be seen through the
projector until the live image appears on
your computer.
Connection and Operation for Imaging using a Windows-Computer
Leica ICC 50 Manual 17
In order to use this mode, you must have
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
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.
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.
ϘThe LED on the Leica ICC 50 will change
from yellow to red.
Capturing Images without a computer
Leica ICC 50 Manual 18
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.
Capturing an image
•It is critical to properly set the micro-
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
video 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.
ϘYou will hear a beep to acknowledge the
button was pressed.
ϘThe camera’s LED ashes green while the
image is being captured.
ϘYou will hear another beep when the Leica
ICC 50 has completed capturing the image.
2. When you are nished 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.
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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 dierent tempera-
ture zone and allow it to adjust slowly to
the new temperature.
ϘIf condensation forms on the memory card,
store it at room temperature until the water
droplets have evaporated naturally.
ϘDo 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
How to handle SD memory cards
ϘDo not allow dirt, water or foreign objects
to contact the terminals on the back of the
card. Do not touch the terminals with your
hands or metal objects.
ϘDo not peel away the original label on the
memory card or cover it with another label
or sticker.
ϘWhen 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.
ϘSince 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.
ϘMoving a memory card rapidly between
temperature extremes will cause conden-
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:
ϘMemory cards are high-precision electronic
devices. Do not bend them, apply force
to them, or subject them to shocks or
vibration.
ϘDo not attempt to disassemble or alter the
memory card.
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1. Attach the power supply cable into the
power-jack in the back of the Leica ICC 50
camera and the other end into an appropri-
ate power outlet.
2. Attach the video cable into the "Video"
connector in the back of the Leica ICC 50
and the other end into the "Composite
Video In" connector of your Analog device
(projector, monitor, recorder, etc.).
Both cables are now connected at the back of
the Leica ICC 50.
Changing the video standard
If you see a distorted image or do not see
an image at all on your analog device, it
may mean that you have to change the video
setting for a dierent International Standard.
1. Carefully insert a pointed object, such as
a ball point pen, into the "NTSC/PAL" reset
hole of the Leica ICC 50.
You can now toggle between the two Interna-
tional Standards to choose the correct one.
Using Analog Video without a computer
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