Leica Ivesta 3 Series User manual

Ivesta 3 Series
User Manual

Ivesta 3 Series User Manual 2
Contents
General Notes
Important Safety Notes 5
Symbols Used 6
Safety Instructions 7
End User License Agreement (EULA) 11
Introduction
The Ivesta 3 Series 13
What Your Stereo Microscope has to Offer You 14
Microscopes of Ivesta 3 Series 15
Overview of Ivesta 3 and Ivesta 3 (C-mount) 16
Overview of Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) 17
Operating Elements and Connectors of Ivesta 3 (Integrated Camera) 20
Standard Delivery and Optional Accessories of Ivesta 3 (Integrated
camera) 21
Installation
Installing the Camera on Ivesta 3 (C-mount) 23
Connectivity of Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) 24
Stand-Alone Mode: General Notes 25
Stand-Alone Mode: Cables and Terminals 26
Stand-Alone Mode: Installing USB Thumb Drive 27
Stand-Alone Mode: Installing Wireless USB Mouse 28
PC Mode: Connecting a Computer, Installing Software 29
Assembly
Assembling the Optics Carrier and Additional Objective 31
Available Optional Graticules 32
Inserting the Graticules 33
Inserting the Eyepieces 34
Operation
Using the Eyepieces 36
Setting the Correct Interpupillary Distance 37
Changing Magnification (Zooming) 38
Regulating the Resistance of the Focusing Drive 39
Changing the Position of the Optics Carrier 40
Switching on Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) 41
Operation in Stand-Alone Mode 42
Operation in PC Mode 43
Operation in Network Mode 44
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting 48
Recovery Mode 49
Care and Maintenance
Care, Maintenance, Contact Persons 51

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Contents (Continued)
Specifications
Spare Parts 54
Optional Sales Items 55
Technical Data 56
Dimensional Drawings Ivesta 3 59
Dimensional Drawings Ivesta 3 (C-mount) 60
Dimensional Drawings Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) 61
Appendix
Calculating the Total Magnification/Field of View Diameter 63

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General Notes

Ivesta 3 Series User Manual General Notes 5
Important Safety Notes
This user manual describes the usage of
Ivesta 3 Series and contains important instruc-
tion for operating safety, maintenance and the
accessory parts.
User manuals are available for you to
download and print from our website at
www.leica-microsystems.com.
If you purchased an Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera),
you can find information on the USB stick
together with all relevant user manuals in addi-
tional languages. Keep this USB stick in a safe
place, where it is availabe to the user.
For information on the Enersight OSD in
stand-alone mode, Enersight Desktop
and Enersight Mobile, refer to the website
Microscope Software Platform Enersight or
scan the QR code to be directed to Enersight
web-page:
The "Safety Concept" booklet contains additi-
onal safety information regarding the service
work, requirements and the handling of the
camera, accessories and electrical accessories
as well as general safety instructions.
Before installing, operating or using the camera
and the accessories, read the user manuals
listed above. In particular, please follow all
safety instructions.
To maintain the camera 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! Safety hazard!
Failure to comply with the following warnings
can cause the following:
OPersonal injury!
ODevice malfunctions and damage.
WARNING
Serious injuries caused by...
This warning label warns of general
hazards that can cause serious or
fatal injuries.
WARNING
Electric shock.
This warning label warns of dange-
rous electrical voltage. The instruc-
tions must be followed without fail,
otherwise there is a risk of serious or
fatal injury.
WARNING
Camera malfunctions and
damage.
This symbol warns against touching
hot surfaces, such as light bulbs.
NOTICE
This warning label warns of damage to the
device and other equipment.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This symbol indicates additional
information or explanations that are
intended to provide clarity.
XRead and understand this user
manual before using this device.
UK RESPONSIBLE PERSON
Leica Microsystems (UK) Limited
Larch House, Woodlands Business Park, Milton
Keynes, England, United Kingdom, MK14 6FG

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Safety concept
Before using your Leica camera for the first
time, please read the "Safety Concept" booklet
included with your camera. It contains additio-
nal information on handling and care.
Cleaning
XDo not use any unsuitable cleaning agents,
chemicals or techniques for cleaning.
XNever use chemicals to clean colored
surfaces or accessories with rubberized
parts. This could damage the surfaces, and
specimens could be contaminated by abra-
ded particles.
Repairs, service work
XRefer to "Safety Concept" booklet.
XUse only original Leica Microsystems spare
parts.
XBefore opening the camera, switch off the
power and unplug the power cable.
XAvoid contact with powered electrical
circuits, which can lead to injury.
Responsibilities of person in charge of
camera
XRefer to "Safety Concept" booklet.
XEnsure that:
–your Ivesta 3 Series microscope and
accessories are operated, maintained
and repaired by authorized and trained
personnel only.
–all operators have read, understood
and observe this user manual, and
particularly the safety regulations.
Safety Instructions

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Safety Instructions (Continued)
Description
The individual modules fulfill the high require-
ments for observation and documentation of
Ivesta 3 Series stereo microscopes.
Intended use
XRefer to "Safety Concept" booklet.
Non-intended use
XRefer to "Safety Concept" booklet.
XNever use Ivesta 3 Series or its components
for diagnostic or surgery procedures if it is
not expressly intended for such use.
The camera and accessories described in this
user manual have been tested for safety and
potential hazards.
The responsible Leica affiliate must be consul-
ted whenever the camera is altered, modified
or used in conjunction with non-Leica compo-
nents that are outside of the scope of this user
manual!
Unauthorized alterations to the camera or
noncompliant use shall void all rights to any
warranty claims.
Place of use
XRefer to "Safety Concept" booklet.
XPlace electrical components at least 10cm
away from the wall and from flammable
substances.
XAvoid large temperature fluctuations, direct
sunlight and vibrations. These conditions
can distort the functionality of the camera.
XIn warm and damp climates, give the indi-
vidual components special care in order to
prevent the build-up of fungus.

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Safety Instructions (Continued)
Transport
XBefore shipping Ivesta 3 (Integrated
camera), please reset the mircoscope to
the factory default, so that no personal
data like access details to E-Mail or network
remain stored on the camera.
XUse the original packaging for shipping or
transporting the individual modules of the
Ivesta 3 Series microscope and the acces-
sory components.
XIn order to prevent damage from vibrations,
disassemble all moving parts that (accor-
ding to the user manual) can be assembled
and disassembled by the customer and
pack them separately.
Integration in third-party products
XRefer to "Safety Concept" booklet.
Disposal
After the end of the product’s life, please
contact Leica Service or Leica Sales on how to
dispose of it.
Like all electronic devices, Ivesta 3 (Integrated
camera), its components and accessories may
not be disposed of as general household waste!
Please observe the national
laws and ordinances which, for
example, implement and ensure
compliance with EU directive
WEEE2012/19/EU.
Legal regulations
XRefer to "Safety Concept" booklet.
EC Declaration of Conformity
XRefer to "Safety Concept" booklet.
Health risks
Workplaces with microscopes and cameras faci-
litate and improve the viewing task, but they
also impose high demands on the eyes and
muscles of the user. Depending on the dura-
tion of uninterrupted work, asthenopia and
musculoskeletal problems may occur. For this
reason, appropriate measures for reduction of
the workload must be taken:
OOptimal arrangement of workplace, work
assignments and work flow (changing tasks
frequently).
OThorough training of the personnel, giving
consideration to ergonomic and organizati-
onal aspects.
The ergonomic optical design and construction
of microscopes and cameras from Leica are
intended to reduce the exertion of the user to
a minimum.

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Safety Instructions (Continued)
OEN 61010-1: Safety requirements for elec-
trical equipment for measurement, control,
and laboratory use - Part 1: General require-
ments (for microscope)
OEN 62368-1: Audio/video, information and
communication technology equipment -
Part 1: Safety requirements (for optional
external power supply only)
ORadio interference suppression in compli-
ance with EN 55011 Class A
OEN 61326-1, Electrical equipment for
measurement, control and laboratory use –
EMC requirements
Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) meetsthe
requirements of EU directives:
O2014/35/EU Low voltage directive
O2014/30/EU EMC directive
O2011/65/EU RoHS directive
O2009/125/EC + VO EU 2019/1782
Ecodesign requirements for energy-rela-
ted products only applicable for external
power supply
and carry the CE mark.
Intended for indoor use only in all EU
member states, EFTA states and Switzerland.
Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) must be
disposed of in accordance with EU directive
WEEE 2012/19/ EU.
EMC precautions
Prior to the installation of Ivesta 3
(Integrated camera), the electromagnetic
environment needs to be evaluated.
It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure
compliance with the environment.
If the instrument is being installed in any other
environment than an INDUSTRIAL, it cannot be
guaranteed that the equipment does not inter-
fere with other electronic devices.
INDUSTRIAL environments are part of a sepa-
rate power network, in most cases supplied by
a high- or medium-voltage transformer, dedi-
cated for the supply of installations feeding
manufacturing or similar plants.
Strong electromagnetic fields in the immediate
vicinity of the device can lead to a malfunction
of the screen display.
NOTICE
If Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) is being
installed in any other environment than an
INDUSTRIAL, it cannot be guaranteed that
the radiated electromagnetic emissions are
not interfering with other electronic devices.
Microscope safety and EMC
Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) has
been designed, produced and tested in
compliance with:

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This End User License Agreement is ente-
red into by and between Leica Microsystems
("Leica") and you, the end user, as the context
requires, either individually or as an authorized
representative of the company or organization
acquiring and/or using this camera ("User").
Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) can be used
in a network and offers functionality such
as automated submission of images to an
E-Mail recipient defined by the User, or copy-
ing of images to a SMB file server selected by
the User. Therefore, passwords will need to
be chosen by the User which passwords will
be stored on the camera in a separate pass-
word file. Direct access to the password file is
denied; passwords are stored with an encryp-
tion which follows the Advanced Encryption
Standard (AES), with a block and key size of
128 bits.
During any firmware update this password file
will be deleted and the User will need to reenter
the passwords.
When sending or forwarding Ivesta 3 (Integra-
ted camera) to third parties for any reason, or
when returning Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera)
to Leica for service or maintenance, the User
should always reset the microscope to factory
settings.
Use of network and/or other connectivity func-
tionality provided by or with this camera are at
the User´s discretion and risk; specifically, the
User assumes full responsibility for network
operation and safety. Leica does not guaran-
tee any particular network safety standard and
declines all responsibility, without limitation,
for unauthorized access, security breach, data
loss or corruption, or any financial or legal
consequences thereof.
End User License Agreement (EULA)

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Introduction

Ivesta 3 Series User Manual Introduction 13
The Ivesta 3 Series
Congratulations on obtaining your new Leica
stereo microscope from the Ivesta 3 Series. We
are convinced it will exceed your expectations,
as this instrument embodies all the qualities
you associate with Leica Microsystems: excel-
lent objectives, high-quality engineering, and
reliability. Furthermore, the modular design
ensures that the Leica stereo microscope
adapts perfectly to your needs – no matter
which accessories you require for your tasks.
Thanks to the parfocal system with simultane-
ously large working distances and object fields,
you can always view your microscopic speci-
mens accurately – from the complete image to
the finest detail.
The Ivesta 3 Series provides a high degree
of flexibility in choosing equipment, thanks
primarily to the modular configuration and the
compability that Leica has painstakingly main-
tained for decades. The optic carriers, eyepie-
ces, stands, and more can be combined in any
way you choose, allowing you to create the
stereo microscope that best suits your needs.
Despite this, you will notice that the controls
and individual components do not differ signi-
ficantly. Whichever configuration you choose,
you will quickly feel right at home with your
new stereo microscope.
Though the reliability and robustness of Leica
stereo microscopes is world-renowned, like any
high-tech product, the Ivesta 3 Series requires a
certain degree of care and attention. Therefore,
we recommend that you read this manual. It
contains all the information you need regarding
operation, safety and maintenance. Simply
observing a few guidelines will ensure that
even after years of intensive use, your stereo
microscope will continue to work as smoothly
and reliably as on the very first day.
We wish you the best of success in your work!
after all, you are now equipped with the best
tool!

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What Your Stereo Microscope has to Offer You
The optical system of the Ivesta 3 Series stereo
microscopes consists of two beam paths
converging at 10°. The objective pairs of each
optical path are positioned close together, so
the stereo microscopes can be of very "slen-
der" design, especially towards the base of the
instrument. The advantages of this design are
that it has a small space requirement for use on
bonders and in machine applications, unobst-
ructed access to specimens, plenty of space for
tools and a completely clear view of the object
field.
The Greenough system enables cost-effective
correction of aberrations such as chromasia,
image field curvature, and distortion with mini-
mal effort. In all Ivesta 3 Series microscopes
the optimum corrected center of the objective
ensures high image quality. This provides supe-
rior optical performance with large, level and
undistorted fields of view and chromatically
optimized, high-contrast images.
Patented FusionOptics Technology
The Ivesta 3 Series features the Leica patented
FusionOptics technology and deliver you finest
details in 3D. While the right channel delivers
you a high-resolution image at the largest
possible numerical aperture, the left channel
presents an image with high depth of field. This
results in an image perception with outstan-
ding richness of details and exeptional depth of
field at the same time.
Photography
Ivesta 3 (C-mount) is equipped with an inte-
grated video/phototube, which allows the
simple, fast mounting of digital cameras.
Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) has USB ports
that allow saving files on USB thumb drive and
sharing via network and allow image sharing
via Ethernet connection.
Apochromatic correction
The Ivesta 3 Series is a completely apochro-
matically corrected Greenough system. The
modern optical technology of the Ivesta 3
Series corrects chromatic aberration perfectly,
removes bothersome color seams and displays
pin-sharp images of even the finest enlarged
detail. Contrast, brilliance, image sharpness,
resolution, color fidelity and image precision
are unsurpassed.
The benefit of apochromatic correction is best
seen in specimens that have a fine, low-contrast
structure such as large animal cells, cilia plants
or metallic microelectronic structures.
The technical features of the individual models
can be found in chapter "Technical Data",
page56".

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Microscopes of Ivesta 3 Series
Ivesta 3 Ivesta 3 (C-mount) Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera)

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1. Leica microscope camera (available for
Ivesta 3 (C-mount))
2. C-mount adapter and video/photo tube (in
Ivesta 3 (C-mount))
3. Eyepieces
4. Adjustable tube: Interpupillary distance
adjustable from 50 to 76 mm
5. Fixing screw for optics carrier in the micro-
scope carrier
6. Threads for fastening the light arm
(both sides and rear)
7. Focusing drive
8. Magnification changer, right drive knob with
magnification scale
Overview of Ivesta 3 and Ivesta 3 (C-mount)

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Overview of Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera)
1. Integrated camera
2. Eyepieces
3. Adjustable tube: Interpupillary distance
adjustable from 50 to 76 mm
4. Fixing screw for optics carrier in the microscope carrier
5. Threads for fastening the light arm
(both sides and rear)
6. Focusing drive
7. Magnification changer, right drive knob with magnification
scale

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Firmware for Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) is
constantly being updated. Be sure to keep your
camera up-to-date by checking the download
section on the camera's website. There you will
find new firmware and instructions on how to
update your camera. You may also contact your
Leica representative for help.
Real 4K monitor
The integrated HDMI output allows the micro-
scope image to be displayed on a high-defini-
tion (HD-capable) monitor, where the following
resolutions are possible:
O3,840 × 2,160 (4K UHD). To be used on
4Kmonitors.
O1,920 × 1,080 (Full-HD). This resolution
provides the characteristic imaging perfor-
mance for a Full-HD-capable monitor.
Enersight On-Screen Display (OSD)
Your microscope comes with a dedicated opera-
ting system (On-Screen Display menu, OSD
menu) to provide stand-alone functionality.
The user interaction is enabled via an on-screen
display which superimposes a graphical user
interface on the microscope image.
For information on the On-Screen Display (OSD)
in stand-alone mode, refer to Tutorials or the
OSD User Manual.
Enersight Desktop
Your Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) includes a
Quick Start Guide with a download link to the
latest "Enersight Desktop" software.
Enersight Mobile
Your microscope can be operated with Mobile
Application "Enersight Mobile". Please down-
load it free of charge from Google Play or
App Store.
Google Play Store Apple Store
User-friendly even in the smallest detail
Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) reacts differently
to different light sources. The white balance is
set to match LED illumination from Leica at the
factory.
In general, utilization of LED illumination from
Leica is recommended.
Overview of Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) (Continued)

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The integrated 12-megapixels-
camera has many possibilities for
various applications and conditions
of use.
In order to keep your camera up to
date and to benefit from newest
functions you should update the
camera's firmware from time to
time. Detailed instructions about
this topic can be found in the down-
load section of Ivesta 3 (Integrated
camera) on our website.
Power Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera)
Power can be provided to the microscope in the
following ways:
OExternal USB power supply
OUSB connection to the PC via USB-C/A cable
Overview of Ivesta 3 (Integrated camera) (Continued)

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Operating Elements and Connectors of Ivesta 3 (Integrated Camera)
1. ON / OFF button
2. Status LED
3. HDMI port for monitor (stand-alone mode)
4. 3× USB port for
– mouse,
– keyboard,
– Wi-Fi dongle or
–USB-to-Ethernet adapter (USB Type-A)
5. USB SPEED port (insert USB thumb drive for
data storage here) (stand-alone operation)
6. PC / power supply connection
(USB Type-C)
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