Leica SmartTouch User manual
Leica SmartTouch™
Manual
Leica SmartTouch™ Manual 2
Table of Contents
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Table of Contents 2
General Instructions 4
Safety Concept 5
Symbols Used 6
Safety Instructions 7
Safety regulations (continued) 8
Leica SmartTouch™ 9
Introduction 10
Installation 11
Unpacking 12
Assembly 13
General Information 14
An Overview of the Leica SmartTouch™ 15
Encoded and Unencoded Components 16
Leica SmartTouch™ and Leica Application Suite (LAS) 17
Controls on the Touchscreen 18
Calling up the Main view 19
The "Main" View 20
Setup and Conguration 21
Selecting the Desired Language 22
The "Cong." Tab 23
Conguration of Unencoded Components 24
Conguration of the Objective Nosepiece 25
Registering the objective nosepiece (cont'd) 26
Resetting to Factory Defaults 27
Adjusting the Brightness of the Display 28
Adjusting the Display Brightness (cont'd) 29
Changing the Units of Measure 30
Switching the signal tone on and o 31
Calibrating the touchscreen 32
Calibrating the zoom 33
Calibrating the Zoom (cont'd) 34
Checking the Firmware Version 35
The "Focus/Zoom" Tab 36
Information about the Displays 37
Focus Settings 38
Focus Settings (cont'd.) 39
Focus Settings (cont'd.) 40
Zoom Settings 41
Zoom Settings (cont'd.) 42
Measuring with the graticule 43
Moving the Rotary Head 44
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The "Stage" Tab 45
Modifying the travel path speed 46
Changing the Reference Coordinates 47
Changing the Reference Coordinates (cont'd) 48
Changing the Coordinate System 49
Measuring via polar coordinates 50
The "Light" Tab 51
Selecting the light source 52
Control of the Leica Fluorescence Illumination 53
Control of the Leica LED5000 CXI 54
Control of the Leica LED3000 NVI 55
Control of the Leica LED5000 3000 Ring Illuminator 56
Control of the Leica TL RCI Transmitted Light Base 57
Control of the Leica TL RCI Transmitted Light Base (cont'd) 58
Control of the Leica LED5000 MCI 59
Control of the Leica LED5000 RL-80/48 Ring Illuminator 60
Control of the Leica LED5000 HDI 61
Memory Key Assignment 62
Information about the Memory Keys 63
Assigning Memory Keys 64
Assigning Memory Keys (cont'd) 65
Memory Key Commands List 66
Memory Key Commands List (cont'd) 67
Memory Key Commands List (cont'd) 68
Memory Key Commands List (cont'd) 69
Memory Key Commands List (cont'd) 70
Double Rotary Actuator Assignment 71
Information about the Double Rotary Actuator 72
Assigning a Function to the Knobs 73
Assigning a Function to the Knobs (cont'd) 74
Commands List: Rotary Knob 75
Assigning a Function to the Toggle Button 76
Commands List: Toggle button 77
Commands List: Toggle Button (cont'd) 78
Calling Up and Saving Scenarios 79
Saving Scenarios 80
Calling Up Scenarios 81
Safety Measures for Focus and Stage 82
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General Instructions
Safety Concept
Before using your Leica SmartTouch™ for the
rst time, please read the "Safety Concept"
brochure included with your instrument. It
contains additional information on handling
and care.
Use in clean rooms
The Leica SmartTouch™ 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 SmartTouch™ is oper-
ated, maintained and repaired by autho-
rized and trained personnel only.
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Safety Concept
The Leica SmartTouch™ is shipped with an
interactive CD-ROM, where you can nd all
relevant user manuals. Keep it in a safe place,
and readily accessible to the user. User manuals
and updates are also available for you to down-
load and print from our website:
www.leica-microsystems.com.
This user manual describes the special func-
tions of the Leica SmartTouch™ and contains
important instructions for its operational safety
and maintenance.
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 instruc-
tions.
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
ϘInstrument malfunctions and damage
ϘDamage to or possibly destruction of the
specimen
Warning of hazardous electrical voltage
This symbol indicates especially impor-
tant information. Failure to comply can
cause the following:
ϘHazards to personnel.
ϘInstrument malfunctions and damage.
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.
Intended use
ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.
Non-intended use
ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.
The instruments and accessories described
in this manual have been safety-tested and
checked for possible hazards. The responsible
Leica aliate must be consulted whenever
the instrument is altered, modied or used in
conjunction with non-Leica components that
are outside of the scope of this manual.
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Safety Instructions
Unauthorized alterations to the instrument or
noncompliant use shall void all rights to any
warranty claims!
Installation location
ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.
ϘElectrical components must be placed at
least 10 cm away from the wall and from
ammable substances.
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 to be met by the operator:
ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.
Ensure that:
ϘThe Leica SmartTouch™ is operated, main-
tained and repaired only by authorized and
trained personnel.
ϘAll operators have read, understood and
observe this user manual, and particularly
the safety regulations.
Repairs, service work
ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.
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 electric circuit can cause
injury.
Transport
ϘUse the original packaging for shipping or
transporting the Leica SmartTouch™.
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.
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Safety regulations (continued)
Disposal
ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.
Legal requirements
ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.
EC Declaration of Conformity
ϘRefer to the "Safety Concept" brochure.
Health risks
Workplaces equipped with stereomicroscopes
make it easier to examine extremely small
structures, but they also impose high demands
on the eyes and holding muscles of the user.
Depending on the duration of uninterrupted
work at such a workplace, impaired vision and
problems with the musculoskeletal system 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 Leica
M stereomicroscopes are intended to reduce
the exertion of the user to a minimum.
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Leica SmartTouch™
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Congratulations on purchasing the digital
"SmartTouch™" control panel by Leica Micro-
systems. It allows you to control, save and later
restore practically every aspect of your Leica M
series stereomicroscope.
The Leica SmartTouch™ makes a variety of tasks
easier, combined with an easy-to-understand
and well-organized user interface. Control the
zoom, focus, and camera. Move the stage with
the specimen, restore the test conditions at the
touch of a button or change the lter for uo-
rescence images. All that and much more will
be possible with the Leica SmartTouch™.
The following pages contain all the information
you need for smooth operation. We strongly
recommend that you study this documentation
thoroughly so you can make full use of all the
functions and options.
We wish you great joy and the best of success
in your work!
Leica Microsystems (Switzerland) Ltd.
Industry Division
Max-Schmidheiny-Strasse 201
9435 Heerbrugg
Switzerland
Introduction
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Installation
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Unpacking
ϘCarefully remove the components out of
the packaging.
ϘCheck content for completeness.
Package contents
ϘLeica SmartTouch™
ϘCAN-bus cable
ϘCD-ROM with manuals in PDF format.
Unpacking
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Required tools
ϘNone
The Leica SmartTouch™ is supplied with
power via the focusing drive. No additio-
nal power supply is required.
Assembly
1. Place the Leica SmartTouch™ on the left
or right side of your microscope on a level,
stable substrate.
2. Connect the CAN-bus cable provided to the
Leica SmartTouch™.
3. Connect the other end of the CAN-bus cable
to the focusing drive of your microscope.
In order for the Leica SmartTouch™ to
function properly, the CAN-bus cable
must only be connected to the focusing drive.
Assembly
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General Information
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An Overview of the Leica SmartTouch™
Touchscreen
Toggle button
Double rotary actuator
Top rotary actuator
Bottom rotary actuator
Hardware keys (freely congurable)
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Encoded and Unencoded Components
The Leica M series has various encoded
and motorized components; this means
that the current status of a component is auto-
matically transmitted to the Leica SmartTouch™.
These data are displayed on the control panel
and included in various calculations. At the
same time, it is possible to control motorized
components remotely via the Leica Smart-
Touch™.
Encoded components
For example, if you adjust the encoded iris
diaphragm on a Leica M205 C using the dial,
the size of the aperture is automatically trans-
mitted to the Leica SmartTouch™. The transmit-
ted value is then used to calculate and display
the depth of eld, for example.
For some instruments, such as the Leica M205
A, this also works the other way around: the iris
diaphragm can be opened and closed by input
on the Leica SmartTouch™.
Unencoded components
Not all components of the M series are encoded.
The objectives, spacer rings and eyepieces are
among the unencoded elements.
To ensure that these unencoded elements are
included in the various calculations correctly,
a one-time conguration of these elements is
required. For instructions, refer to page 24.
If an unencoded component is replaced
with another component, this compo-
nent must be detected correctly – otherwise,
the Leica SmartTouch™ will show incorrect
values on the display.
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Leica SmartTouch™ and Leica Application Suite (LAS)
The Leica SmartTouch™ can control
the entire microscope conguration. In
many cases, there are additional options when
the Leica SmartTouch™ is used in conjunction
with the Leica Application Suite (LAS) PC soft-
ware.
Advanced options
By interacting with LAS, the Leica SmartTouch™
can supplement the PC-based control system in
the following areas:
ϘControlling the camera via Leica Smart-
Touch™.
ϘSynchronizing the settings (for example,
hardware setups or key assignments)
between the Leica SmartTouch™ and LAS.
ϘDisplaying the stage position when using
LAS PowerMosaic.
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Display conventions
The display on the display panel only
shows the conguration that is actually
present. For example, if the motorized mecha-
nical stage is not connected, the corresponding
settings are not displayed. The screenshots in
this manual may thus dier from the display on
your Leica SmartTouch™.
Color coding conventions
All xed elements of the user interface
(such as labels or titles) are displayed in
a black font. All the values that can be modied
(such as the zoom factor, status of the illumina-
tor, etc.) are displayed in a red font.
Controls on the Touchscreen
Tab
Button
Display
Display of the current function
of a hardware key
Segment
Scroll bar arrows
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The "Main" view allows you to see at a
glance which components can be cont-
rolled via the Leica SmartTouch™. The current
values and positions of connected instruments
are also displayed. These include, for example,
the aperture of the iris diaphragm, the posi-
tion of the motorized mechanical stage, the
currently used lters and more.
In the Main view screen, settings cannot
be modied. However, the stored con-
gurations can still be called up (see page 63).
Calling up the Main view
1. Touch the "Main" tab to display the current
values.
2. Touch the "Focus/Zoom", "Stage" or "Light"
tabs to modify the settings for the respec-
tive instruments.
Calling up a stored conguration
1. Touch the desired hardware key to call up a
dierent conguration.
Calling up the Main view
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The "Main" View
Only instruments that are actually connected are
displayed.
1. Total visual magnication
2. Position within possible magnication
3. Motorized focus position within positioning range
4. Aperture of the iris diaphragm in values between 20%
(closed) and 100% (completely open)
5. Current position of motorized mechanical stage
6. Filter used and status of the shutter for uorescence
equipment conguration
7. Status of the shutter for the
Leica "TL RCI" transmitted light base
8. Status of Leica "LED5000 MCI" illuminator
9. Status of Leica "LED5000 RL-80/48" illuminator
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