Lw scientific Minivid usb User manual

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Instruction Manual

MiniVID USB

MKT-7.5.3-L-184 | Rev 1

Introduction

The innovative MiniVID USB digital eyepiece camera slips into any standard microscope eyepiece tube,

in place of the eyepiece, for crisp imaging or video micrography in an instant. The MiniVID camera is

intended for use in a professional environment to capture digital images or video under a microscope in

accordance with the guidelines set forth in this operations manual.

•Small and Portable

•Fits Into Any Standard Eyetube or C-mount Trinoc

•Includes Software

Models: MVC-U5MP-EMTN, MVC-U5MP-USB3

Chip identification: UCMOS05100KPA

Hardware Configuration:

Sensor Model APTINA MT9P001

Scan Mode Progressive

Max. Resolutio 2592 x 1944 (Approx.5,040,000 Pixels)

Sensor Size 1/2.5“ (5.70mm(H)x4.28mm(V), Diagonal 7.13mm)

Pixel Size 2.2μm x 2.2μm

Responsivity 0.53v/lux-sec(550nm)

Dynamic Range 66.5dB

A/D Converter 10-bit, 8-Bit R.G.B to PC

SN Ratio 40.5dB

Spectral Range 400-650nm (with IR-filter)

Frame Size and Rate 5fps @2592 x 1944, 18fps @1280 x 960, 60fps @640 x 480

(Multiple Speed Level)

Binning 1 x 1, 2 x 2, 4 x 4

Exposure Electronic Rolling Snap(ERS),0.21~2000ms,ROI Auto & Manual

Color Rendering Technique Ultra FineTM Color Engine

White Balance One Push ROI White Balance/ Manual Temp-Tint Adjustment

Capture/Control API DirectShow, Twain

Capture Mode Still Picture and Video

Software Environment

Operating System Microsoft Windows XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10 (32 & 64 bit)

PC Requirements CPU: Equal to Inter Core2 2.8GHz or Higher

Memory 2GB or More

USB Port USB2.0 High-speed Port

Operating Environment

Operating Temperature -30~70ºC

Storage Temperature -40~125ºC

Operating Humidity 30~80%RH

Storage Humidity 10~60%RH

Power Supply USB Port <5V 500mA DC

USB Version Specifications

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Unpacking and Setup

The MiniVID USB comes delivered in a box with the following parts. If any parts are missing, please con-

tact your distributor or LW Scientific.

1-MiniVID Camera Body (for use on C-mount trinocular)

1-Eyepiece Optic (for use in 23mm eyetube)

1-CD with driver and software (for use on PC – not MAC)

1-30mm eyetube adapter (for use in larger eyetubes)

1-30.5mm eyetube adapter (for use in larger eyetubes)

1-USB Cable

Software Installation

Insert CD into CD-ROM drive. Go to “My Computer” and view the files on the CD:

Click “autorun” and the following screen will appear:

Treat your MiniVID as you would any high-quality electronic device. Handle it with care, and do not

expose it to moisture or extreme temperatures.

Do not touch the chip inside the camera. If you see spots on the screen, there is likely dust on the chip.

This can be cleaned by blowing canned air into the camera.

Please do not attempt to open camera case. There are no user serviceable parts inside.

USB Conflicts: When there are a number of devices installed at the same time, unexpected errors can

arise. The cause can be insufficient USB bandwidth or too much combined current being drawn by

USB devices. To test these conditions you should uninstall and unplug as many other USB devices as

possible.

Image viewing problems: If you see only a black screen, ensure that the trinocular port is opened on

the microscope. Point the camera towards a window to confirm that the camera is functioning – light

should appear on the screen (though it will not focus when not installed on a microscope).

Computer does not recognize device: Make sure you have plugged into a USB 2.0 port. Always try to

use the same port each time; otherwise the computer will see the camera as a new device when

plugged into a new port. If this happens, just follow the wizard again and the camera will work on the

new port as well.

Slow frame rate or frozen screen: Select smaller resolution settings. Depending on the age of the com-

puter, the video driver may not support the maximum resolution and speed performance capable by

the MiniVID camera.

General Precautions and Maintenance

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Open the lid, correct the unbalanced load. Close the lid

and `reset the centrifuge’ by turning unit `Off’ and ‘On’

using the On/Off switch located on the rear side of the

centrifuge.

Next, click “Install Application.” Follow the prompts in the Setup Wizard.

Select the location in which you want the software installed. Click “Install.”

When installation is completed, the following window will appear. Click “Finish.”

White balance: Empty the microscope stage and turn on the light so the MiniVID is viewing an empty

illuminated field. Then go to White Balance and click the “White Balance” button.

Most other settings are set to “auto” or to the best setting. Settings for Frame Speed Level or Flip Horizon-

tal/Vertical can be adjusted if needed.

Capture the image or several images by click on the “Snap” button. Capture videos by clicking on the

Record button once to begin records and then a second time to end recording.

Tabs for the captured images will appear across the top of the live view window. You can then rename

and save these to the appropriate folder on your computer. The images will appear behind the live

view screen. Click on the first tab, labeled “Video” and then the camera number, to return to the live

view screen.

Optional Live Video Screen:

If a full-screen image is desired, select the “View” on the bar across the top of the window, and when

the drop down menu appears, select the “Full Screen” option.

Once completed, look under “All Programs” in the START menu, and find the Touptek folder. Open

ToupView software from there, or RIGHT CLICK and send a shortcut to the desktop for easy access.

Select 64 or 86 bit.

Not required, but for easy image organization, create a new folder named “MiniVID Images” on your

desktop next to your ToupView icon. As images are saved, they will be easy to find in the image folder

on the desktop. Otherwise, images can be saved into any folder or client file on the computer or

network.

Select “Toupview” icon.

Connect the camera to the computer using the included USB cable. Your computer should bring up a

window which reads, “Device driver software installed successfully.”

Operation

Eyetube installation: Remove an eyepiece from the microscope, and insert the MiniVID into the eye-

tube. The included 30mm or 30.5mm eyetube adapter may be needed for larger eyetubes. If your

microscope uses a halogen bulb, using a blue filter on your microscope may improve color.

C-mount Trinocular installation: The MiniVID can be thread-mounted onto any trinocular microscope

with a C-mount threading on top. Once mounted, the microscope should have an up/down height

adjustment on the trinocular pipe to allow the camera to be “par-focal” with the view through the

binocular. Check your microscope manual for this adjustment.

Plug the USB cable into the camera and into a 2.0-speed USB port on the computer.

Start the ToupView software. The START PAGE may appear:

To begin capturing images, click on device (UCMOS 05100KPA) under “Camera List.”

At this point, the screen should be showing a live image from the microscope. If not, look at the micro-

scope head and check if there is a pull knob that directs light up to the trinocular head.

Capture and Resolution: Use the drop-down boxes to select your resolution. Using maximum resolution

will slow down the capture rate but will produce larger images, while smaller resolution will allow faster

motion while viewing specimens. See image under Step 5.

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