Nikon LV-ECON User manual

LV-ECON
E Controller
Instructions
M374 E 07.1.NF.2 (2/3)

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Thank you for purchasing the Nikon product.
This instruction manual is written for the users of the Nikon LV-ECON E controller.
To ensure correct usage, read this manual carefully before operating the product.
•It is prohibited to reproduce or transmit this manual in part or whole without Nikon’s
expressed permission.
•The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
•Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this manual, if you
note any points that are unclear or incorrect, contact your nearest Nikon
representative.
•Some of the products described in this manual may not be included in the set you
have purchased.
•Also be sure to read the manuals for any other products that you are using with this
system.
•If the products are used in a manner that is not described in this manual, the safety of
the product may be adversely affected.
WARNING
CAUTION
WARNING and CAUTION Symbols Used in This Manual
Although this product is designed to provide the utmost safety during use, incorrect
usage or failure to follow the safety instructions provided may cause personal injury or
property damage. To ensure correct usage, read the instruction manual carefully and
thoroughly before using the product. Do not discard the manual; keep it handy for easy
reference.
Safety instructions within this manual are accompanied by the following symbols to
highlight their importance. For your safety, always follow the instructions
accompanying these symbols.
Symbol Meaning
Disregarding instructions accompanying this symbol may
lead to serious injury or death.
Disregarding instructions accompanying this symbol may
lead to injury or property damage.

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Meaning of the Symbol Used on the Product
Symbol Meaning
Caution for heat
The symbol is indicated on the following places: near the
lamp house clamp screw of the LV-UEPI, LV-UEPI2, and
LV-UEPI2A illuminator, on the back of the lamp houses, and
near the lamp replace cover plate and above the air vent on
the back of the C-HGFIE precentered fiber illuminator. They
call your attention on the following. For positions of the
symbol, refer to the instructions manual of the illuminator.
•The lamp house become extremely hot while the lamp is on
and immediately after it is turned off.
•Do not touch the lamp house during and immediately after
lighting to prevent the risk of burns.
•Make sure that the lamp house is sufficiently cool before
the lamp replacement.
•Do not allow cloths, papers, or highly flammable volatile
materials, such as gasoline, benzine, thinner or alcohol, to
come near the lamp house, illuminator, or their surrounding
areas while the lamp is lit or within 30 minutes after the
lamp is turned off.
•Do not allow walls, curtains, or papers to contact the
product.
•Keep hands away from the air vent of the C-HGFIE
precentered fiber illuminator when the lamp is lit. Do no
block the airflow from the air vent.
Caution
The symbol is indicated on the following places: near the
lamp replace cover plate on the top and above the air vent on
the back of the C-HGFIE precentered fiber illuminator. They
call your attention on the following. For positions of the
symbol, refer to the instructions manual of the illuminator.
•Before replacing the lamp, turn off the illuminator and
unplug the power cord.
•Read the instructions manual carefully for replacing the
lamp.
Do not touch when carrying the product.
The symbols on the both sides of the LV-FMA motorized
focusing module call your attention on the following. You can
see the positions of this symbol on Page 16.
•Do not touch the elevating section and arm when carrying
this product.

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WARNING
1. Intended product use
This product is used to control the various motorized devices of Nikon LV series products,
the specified power supply for the illuminator, and the external light source. Do not use this
product for other purpose.
2. Do not disassemble
Disassembling this product may result in electric shock or malfunctions. Never attempt to
disassemble any part other than the parts described in this manual. If you experience
problems with this product, contact your nearest Nikon representative.
3. Read the instructions carefully
To ensure safety, carefully read this manual and the manuals for other equipment used with
this product. In particular, observe all warnings and cautions given at the beginning of each
manual.
Operation for the light source
When an external light source, such as a mercury lamp or a xenon lamp, is used, you must
take great care of the lamp Read the instruction manual for the light source and follow the
instructions and cautions for it.
4. Ratings of the power supply
The power supply circuit in this product is designed for AC power of 100 to 240 VAC and
50/60 Hz. Before connecting the power cord, check that the power supply to be used
conforms to the voltage and frequency described above. Use of a non-conforming power
line may result in equipment malfunction, failure, or fire.
5. Power cord
Make sure to use the specified power cord. Using a wrong power cord may result in
malfunctions or fire. The product is classified as subject to Class I protection against
electrical shock. Make sure it is connected to an appropriate ground terminal (protective
earth terminal). To prevent electrical shock, always turn off the power switch (press it to the
“O” position) for the product before attaching or detaching the power cord. For
specifications of the power cord, refer to “VII. Specifications.”
6. Object devices of this product
This product can be used with devices described below. But this cannot be used with other
devices.
•Motorized nosepiece: LV-NU5A motorized universal quintuple nosepiece ESD,
LV-NU5AC motorized universal quintuple centerable nosepiece
•Motorized DIC nosepiece: LV-MDIC motorized DIC module
•Motorized epi illuminator: LV-UEPI2A motorized universal epi illuminator 2A
•Motorized focusing module: LV-FMA FM module A (motorized drive),
LV-IMA IM module A (motorized drive)
•Auto focus system: LV-AF auto focus
•Power supply for the lamp: TE2-PS100W power supply
•LED epi illuminator: LV-EPILED epi illuminator LED
•External light source: C-HGFIE Intensilight (precentered fiber illuminator)
EXFO X-Cite 120 PC
•PC: Windows PC with an USB interface

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WARNING
7. Handling of the motorized devices and the light source
•Each motorized device will move when this product is operated. To prevent injury, do not
touch the moving device during operation. Before operating this product, check all
moving devices for your safety.
•If you touch the elevating section or its attached devices during operation of the motorized
focusing module, it may cause injury to hands or fingers. Do not touch the motorized
devices when you operate the product.
•When a power supply for the illuminator or an external light source is connected with this
product, you can control the lamp and shutter with operating this product. Before
operating this product, check the illuminator and its surroundings for your safety.
8. Heat from the light source
The lamp, the lamp house, and the illuminator become extremely hot. To avoid burns, do
not touch the devices while the lamp is lit or for thirty minutes after it is turned off.
Furthermore, to avoid the risk of fire, do not place fabric, paper, or highly flammable
volatile materials (such as gasoline, petroleum benzine, paint thinner, or alcohol) near the
devices while the lamp is lit or for about thirty minutes after it is turned off.
9. Cooling fan and air vents
Do not block the opening for the cooling fan on the back and air vents on the side. If the
cooling fan or air vents are blocked, the temperature of the product will rise. And it results
in a malfunction, damage, or fire.
CAUTION
1. Handle with care
•Handle this product with care to avoid shock on impact.
•Do not forcefully bend, pull or twist the power cord and the cables.
•Do not drop metal pieces such as clips and staples through any clearance into the product
inside. It could cause a failure of the product or a fire.
2. Do not wet the product
If the product gets wet, a short circuit may cause malfunction or abnormal heating of the
product. If you accidentally spill water on the product, immediately turn off the power
switch (flip it to the “ ” side) and unplug the power cord from the wall outlet. Then, wipe
off the water with a piece of dry cloth. If water enters a component, immediately suspend
use of this product, disconnect the power cord from the outlet, and contact your nearest
Nikon representative.
3. Weak electromagnetic waves
The product emits weak electromagnetic waves. There is a possibility that some precision
electronic devices are affected by the electromagnetic waves. To prevent bad influences,
locate such electronic equipment away from this product. If a TV or radio reception is
affected, move the TV or radio set farther from the product.

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CAUTION
4. Installation location
If this product is used or stored in an inappropriate environment, malfunctions or poor
performance may arise for it. Consider the following factors when selecting an installation
location:
•Avoid a brightly lit location, such as exposed to direct sunlight or directly under a room
light. If there is excessive ambient light, the image quality deteriorates.
•Always install the devices with a surrounding clear area of 10 cm or more.
•Choose a location that is free from considerable dust or dirt.
•Choose a flat surface with little vibration.
•Choose a sturdy desk or table for the base of the microscope system.
•Do not install the microscope in a hot and humid location.
•Select a layout that allows easy removal of the power cord from the product’s AC inlet in
the event of an emergency.
•For details about the operating environment and storage environment, see “VII.
Specifications.”
5. Cautions on assembling this product
•Always turn off the power switch before assembling the product, connecting or
disconnecting cords, or lamp replacement.
•Be careful not to pinch your fingers or hands during assembly.
•Scratches or fingerprints on the lenses will adversely affect the image. Be careful not to
scratch or touch the lens surfaces.
6. Cable routing
Make sure the cables are routed properly. Do not bring the cables into contact with the lamp
house and the illuminator. If a cable comes into contact with the lamp house or the
illuminator, the cable sheath may melt and it results in an electrical shock or fire.
7. Cautions when replacing lamps
•For details about replacement method for lamps, refer to the instruction manual for the epi
illuminator (LV-UEPI, LV-UEPI2, or LV-UEPI2A) or the precentered fiber illuminator
(C-HGFIE). Carefully read the instruction manuals for the illuminator, and then follow the
instructions to replace lamps.
•To prevent burn injuries, wait at least 30 minutes after the lamp is turned off to give it
sufficient time to cool down when replacing lamps.
•To prevent electrical shock and damage to the product, always turn off the power switch
(flip it to the “ ” side) and unplug the power cord from the outlet before attaching or
detaching the lamp house.
•Never touch the glass surface of the lamp with bare hands. Doing so will cause
fingerprints, grease, etc. to burn onto the lamp surface, reducing the illumination. If you
do get any fingerprints or dirt on the lamp, wipe them clean.
•Make sure the lamp house cover is securely fitted to the lamp house after replacing lamps.
Never turn on the lamp with the lamp house cover removed.
•When you dispose of the replaced lamp, do not break it up. Instead, dispose of the used
lamp as special industrial waste or dispose of it according to the local regulations and rules.
8. Software setup works after assembly
When the microscope is assembled or the configuration of the microscope is changed,
perform the software setup works for various settings of the microscope via a PC by using
the software, “LVSetup,” in “LV Series Support Tools” provided with this product.
In the setup works, information for the devices and parts (objectives, filter cubes,
illuminator, and so on) is registered and interlock controls for such devices are specified.
Make sure to perform the setup works to use the microscope system correctly.
For details about operations and setup works of “LVSetup,” see “LV Series Support Tools
software manual.”

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CONTENTS
Warning/Caution Symbols Used in This Manual .............................................. 1
Meaning of the Symbol Used on the Product .................................................. 2
WARNING ........................................................................................................ 3
CAUTION.......................................................................................................... 4
Overview of the Product ............................................................................. 7
Names and Functions of Component Parts .............................................. 8
1 Operation Panel ................................................................................................................. 8
2 Connctor Panel .................................................................................................................. 9
Device Connections .................................................................................. 10
1 To Connect with the Motorized Nosepiece ..................................................................... 13
2 To Attach and Connect with the Motorized DIC Module (Nosepiece) ........................... 14
3 To Connect with the Motorized Focusing Module .......................................................... 16
4 To Connect with the Motorized Epi Illuminator ............................................................. 17
5 To Connect with the Episcopic Illumination ................................................................... 18
6 To Connect with the Light Source for the Diascopic Illumination ................................. 21
7 To Connect with the Auto Focus System ........................................................................ 22
8 To connect with a PC....................................................................................................... 24
9 To Connect with the DS-L2............................................................................................. 25
10 Power Cord Connection .................................................................................................. 26
11 Tilt Adjustment Legs ....................................................................................................... 26
Operation.................................................................................................... 27
1 Power On/Off .................................................................................................................. 28
2 Setting Up the Microscope System ................................................................................. 29
3 Set-up Memory Operation ............................................................................................... 30
4 Selecting the Microscopy Method................................................................................... 32
5 Operation for the Aperture Diaphragm for the Episcopic Illumination .......................... 34
6 Changing Objectives ....................................................................................................... 35
7 Operation for the Motorized Focusing Module............................................................... 36
8 Operation for the DIC Prism ........................................................................................... 37
9 Operation for the Illumination......................................................................................... 38
Troubleshooting......................................................................................... 41
Care and Maintenance .............................................................................. 43
1 Cleaning Lenses and Filters ............................................................................................ 44
2 Cleaning the Painted Parts, Plastic Parts, and Printed Parts ............................................ 44
3 Storage ............................................................................................................................. 44
4 Regular Inspections ......................................................................................................... 44
Specifications ............................................................................................ 45

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Overview of the Product
The Nikon LV-ECON E controller is a device to control the microscopy system totally with various
motorized devices for the LV series products, the external power supply for the illuminator, and the
external light source.
This product can be used with devices described below.
•Motorized nosepiece (LV-NU5A or LV-NU5AC) *1
•Motorized DIC nosepiece (LV-MDIC) *1
•Motorized focusing module (LV-FMA or LV-IMA)
•Motorized epi illuminator (LV-UEPI2A)
•Epi illuminator LED (LV-EPILED) *2
•Halogen lamp power supply for the episcopic illumination (TE2-PS100W) *2
•External light source for the episcopic illumination (C-HGFIE or EXFO X-Cite 120 PC) *2
•Halogen lamp power supply for the diascopic illumination (TE2-PS100W)
•Auto focus system (LV-AF)
*1The motorized nosepiece and the motorized
DIC nosepiece cannot be used together.
*2These devices cannot be used at a time.
INTENSILIGHT
C
-
HGFIE
LAMP
POWER
RUN TIME hrs.
LV-DICA NOSEPIECE
Do
not
touch
the
height
adjustment
part
when
carrying
this
product.
F
.
STOP
JAPAN
BF DF FL1 FL2
FL1 FL2
MODELLV-ECON
MADEINJAPAN
122001
ThisClassA digital apparatuscomplieswith CanadianICES-003.
Cetappareilnumériquede la classeA est confirme àla normeNMB-003 duCanada.
ThisdevicecomplieswithPa rt15oftheFCCRules.Operationis subject to the
followingtwo conditions:
(1)thisdevicemay not cause harmful interference, and
(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived, including interference
thatmaycause undesired operation.
4N75
INSPECTION
EQUIPMENT
100–240V~1.0A50/60Hz
NO.
CAUTION
LEDRADIATIONWHENOPEN.
AVOIFEXPOSURETOBEAM.
CLASS3bLED
Vorsicht
unsichtbareLEDStrahlung,
wennAbdeckunggeoffnet.
NichtdemStrahlaussetzen.
LEDKlasse3b
MODELLV-AF
MADEINJAPAN
322101
ThisClassAdigitalapparatuscomplieswith Canadian ICES-003.
Cetappareilnumériquedela classeA est confirmeàla normeNMB-003duCanada.
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15 of theFCCRules.Operationis subject to the
followingtwoconditions:
(1)thisdevice may not causeharmful interference,and
(2)thisdev icemustacceptanyinterference received,includinginterference
thatmaycauseundesiredoperation.
100–240V~1.0A50/60Hz
NO.
POWER
MIN.MAX.
POWER
MIN.MAX.
LV
-
EPILED
JAP
AN
JAPAN
EXT-IN EXT
CONTROL DC-IN
OFF ON
POWER LED
MIN MAX
POWER
LV-FMA
LV-LH50PC
TE2-PS100W
LV-LH50PC
TE2-PS100W
LV-UEPI2A
LV-ECON
C-HGFIE or
EXFO X-Cite 120 PC
LV-EPILED
LV-IMA
Digital camera for the microscope and
the camera control unit
Motorized epi illuminator
Auto focus system
LV-AF
LV-MDIC
DS-L2 or such
DS-Fi1 or such
Motorized focus module
LV-NU5A or
LV-NU5AC
Motorized nosepiece
Motorized DIC nosepiece
or
(One of these illuminators can be connected.)
Episcopic illumination
Diascopic illumination
For setup operation
PC

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Names and Functions of Component Parts
1
10 10
5
8
2
3
4
6
7
9
1Operation Panel
1POWER indicator (green)
It turns on green when the product is energized.
2SET UP controls
They are used to change the microscopy conditions to the user defined conditions specified
with ”LVSetup.”
3Episcopic illumination controls
They are used to turn on or turn off the episcopic illumination and to adjust the brightness.
4Diascopic illumination controls
They are used to turn on or turn off the diascopic illumination and to adjust the brightness.
5FOCUS controls
They are used to adjust the vertical position of the motorized focus module.
6
DIC controls
They are used to change the position of the DIC prism (Nomarski prism) of the motorized DIC
nosepiece.
7CUBE controls
They are used to change microscopy methods by rotating the filter cube turret in the motorized
epi illuminator.
8A.S. controls
They are used to adjust the aperture diaphragm in the motorized epi illuminator.
9OBJ. controls
They are used to change objectives by rotating the motorized nosepiece.
10
Tilt adjustment legs
They are used to adjust the tilt angle of the product.

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DIA EPI
C-HGFIE
USB
LV-AF TE2-PS100W TE2-PS100W
UEPI2A
100-240V
~ 1.0A 50/60Hz
LV-FMA LV-DICA
NOSEPIECE
11 12 13 14
2220 21
15
16
17
18
19
2Connector Panel
11
C-HGFIE connector
An external light source (Nikon C-HGFIE or EXFO X-Cite 120 PC) is connected here.
12
LV-AF connector
The auto focus controller (Nikon LV-AF) is connected here.
13
DIA TE2-PS100W connector
The halogen lamp power supply for the diascopic illumination (Nikon TE2-PS100W) is
connected here.
14
EPI TE2-PS100W connector
The halogen lamp power supply for the episcopic illumination (Nikon TE2-PS100W) or LED
epi illuminator (Nikon LV-EPILED) is connected here.
15
USB connector
A PC is connected here for set-up works. (It is complies with USB 1.1.)
16
LV-UPI2A connector
The motorized epi illuminator (Nikon LV-UEPI2A) is connected here.
17
LV-FMA connector
The motorized focusing module (Nikon LV-FMA or LV-IMA) is connected here.
18 LV-DICA connector
The DIC prism control cable of the motorized DIC nosepiece (LV-MDIC) is connected here.
19 NOSEPIECE connector
The nosepiece control cable of the motorized nosepiece (Nikon LV-NU5A or LV-NU5AC) or
of the motorized DIC nosepiece (LV-MDIC) is connected here.
20 Power switch
This is the power switch of this product.
21 AC inlet
The AC power supply is connected here. Make sure to use the specified power cord.
22
Cooling fan
This is the cooling fan of this product.
II. Names and Functions of Component Parts

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Device Connections
This section describes the procedures to connect this product with motorized devices and light
sources. Refer to the instructions below before connecting devices. For detailed information about
installing, assembling, and connecting devices, refer to the instruction manuals for such devices.
WARNING •Before connecting devices, be sure to read the WARNING and CAUTION at the
beginning of this instruction manual and follow the instructions written therein.
•To prevent electrical shock and fires, always turn off the power switch (flip it to the
“ ” side) and unplug the power cord from the outlet before connecting devices.
•For detailed information about installing, assembling, and connecting devices, refer to
the instruction manuals for such devices.
CAUTION •Be careful not to pinch your fingers or hands during assembly.
•Handle the product carefully and do not subject it to a strong physical shock.
•Make sure cables between devices are routed properly. Do not bring the cables into
contact with the lamp house or the illuminator. When the diascopic illumination is
used and a cable comes into contact with the lamp house, the cable sheath may melt
and it results in an electrical shock or fire.
CAUTION •Software setup work for the microscope system
When the microscope is assembled or the configuration of the microscope is changed,
perform the software setup works for various settings of the microscope via a PC by
using the software, “LVSetup,” in “LV Series Support Tools” provided with this
product.
In the setup works, information for the devices and parts (objectives, filter cubes,
illuminator, and so on) is registered and interlock controls for such devices are
specified. Make sure to perform the setup works to use the microscope system
correctly.
For details about operations and setup works of “LVSetup,” see “LV Series Support
Tools software manual.”

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III. Device Connections
ND8 NCB
F
.S.
10020
0100
IN OUT
LV-TT2
JAPAN
INTENSILIGHT
C
-
HGFIE
LAMP
POWER
RUNTIME hrs.
Do
not
touch
the
height
adjustment
part
when
carrying
this
product.
F
.
STOP
JAPAN
BF DF FL1 FL2
FL1 FL2
MODELLV-ECON
MADEINJAPAN
122001
ThisClassA digital apparatus complies withCanadian ICES-003.
Cetappareilnumérique de la classe A est confirme àla norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Thisdevicecomplieswith Part 15of the FCCRules.Operation is subject to the
followingtwo conditions:
(1)thisdevicemay not cause harmful interference, and
(2)thisdevicemustacceptany interference received, including interference
thatmaycause undesired operation.
4N75
INSPECTION
EQUIPMENT
100–240V~1.0A50/60Hz
NO.
POWER
MIN.MAX.
POWER
MIN.MAX.
Motorized
focusing module
LV-FMA *
2
Eyepiece tube
LV-TT2
Either
device
Motorized nosepiece *
2
LV-NU5A
Lamp house for the
episcopic illumination
LV-LH50PC *
1
Power supply
TE2-PS100W *
1
Lamp house for the
diascopic illumination
LV-LH50PC
Power supply
TE2-PS100W *
1
Microscope base
LV-DIA or LV-EPI
For LV-DIA
Motorized
epi illuminator
LV-UEPI2A
PC *
1
*
3
E controller
LV-ECON *
1
External
light source
C-HGFIE *
1
Fiber adapter
LV-HGFA
*1: This device needs a power supply for its own.
*2: To use the motorized DIC nosepiece, remove the arm of the LV-FMA and attach the LV-MDIC in place.
*3: A camera control unit such as DS-L2 can be used in place of the PC for control of each unit. (To set up the
system configuration, a PC must be used.)
Example 1 (configuration with the LV-FMA)

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MODELLV-ECON
MADEINJAPAN
122001
ThisClassAdigitalapparatuscomplieswithCanadianICES-003.
CetappareilnumériquedelaclasseAestconfirmeàlanormeNMB-003duCanada.
ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothe
followingtwoconditions:
(1)thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and
(2)thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterference
thatmaycauseundesiredoperation.
4N75
INSPECTION
EQUIPMENT
100–240V~ 1.0A 50/60Hz
NO.
POWER
MIN. MAX.
POWER
MIN. MAX.
JAPAN
F
.
STOP A
.
STOP
BF
DF
Epi illuminator
LV-UEPI
Microscope base
for the diascopic
illumination
Motorized
focusing module
LV-IMA
Motorized nosepiece
LV-NU5AC
Eyepiece tube
LV-TI3
PC *1*2
Lamp house for the
episcopic illumination
LV-LH50PC
Lamp house for the
diascopic illumination
LV-LH50PC
Power supply
TE2-PS100W *1
Power supply
TE2-PS100W *1
E controller
LV-ECON *1
Example 2 (configuration with the LV-IMA)
*1: This device needs a power supply for its own.
*2: A camera control unit such as DS-L2 can be used in place of the PC for control of each unit. (To set up the
system configuration, a PC must be used.)

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III. Device Connections
1To Connect with the Motorized Nosepiece
To connect the product with the motorized nosepiece (LV-NU5A or LV-NU5AC), perform the
following procedure:
1Check that the motorized nosepiece is mounted on the microscope base (the motorized
focusing module, or such) correctly.
2Check that the power switch on this product is turned off (the “ ” side is pushed).
3Connect the nosepiece cable line to the NOSEPIECE connector on the back of this product
using the special nosepiece connection cable, that is 2.8 m in length.
To avoid interference between the cable and the motorized devices, draw the cable carefully.
C-HGFIE
USB
LV-AF TE2-PS100W TE2-PS100W
UEPI2A
100-240V
~ 1.0A 50/60Hz
LV-FMA LV-DICA
NOSEPIECE
DIA EPI
LV-ECON
LV-NU5A or LV-NU5AC
Nosepiece connection cable
* An optional nosepiece connection cable of 10 m in length is also available.
For details about assembly method of the motorized nosepiece, refer to the instruction
manual for the LV-FM/LV-FMA or LV-IM/LV-IMA.

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2
To Attach ad Connect with the Motorized DIC Module (Nosepiece)
To attach and connect with the motorized DIC module (nosepiece)
The motorized DIC nosepiece (LV-MDIC) can be attached on the LV-FMA motorized focusing
module (or a device manufactured by other company). This section shows the installation procedure
to the LV-FMA motorized focusing module. To install the product onto other device, refer to the
following explanation as a guide and take enough care for the installation.
1Check that the LV-FMA is attached on the LV-DIA or the LV-EPI correctly.
2When the LV-FMA and the LV-ECON is connected, press the "0" side of the power switch
to turn off he LV-ECON.
3If any device such as a nosepiece or an illuminator is attached to the LV-FMA, detach all
devices.
4Unscrew four fixing screws with a hexagonal wrench (size: 3 mm) to detach the arm of the
LV-FMA. Be careful not to fall the arm.
* The detached screws can be used fir fixing the LV-MDIC. (Same screws come with the
LV-MDIC.)
5Mount the LV-MDIC on the LVFMA in place of the arm and fix it with four screws. The
four screws must be tightened with a 3 mm hexagonal wrench in the order presented in the
picture below.
* Be sure to keep the order below to insure accuracy.
Arm
LV-FMA
Fixing screws (4 pieces)
Do not touch the height adjustment part
when carrying this product.
LV-DICA NOSEPIECE
Do not touch the height adjustment part
when carrying this product.
3 4
Either order
will do.
12
Side viewTop view
LV-FMA
Fixing screws (4 pieces)
LV-MDIC

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III. Device Connections
Dimension of the mounting parts
Main dimensions of the mounting parts of the LV-MDIC are described in the picture below.
6Connect the NOSEPIECE connectors on the LV-MDIC and the LV-ECON with the special
cable (round connectors attached and 2.8 m length).
Be careful that the cable does not interfere with the motorized parts.
7Connect the LV-DICA connectors on the LV-MDIC and the LV-ECON with the special
cable (rectangular connectors attached and 2.8 m length).
Be careful that the cable does not interfere with the motorized parts.
LV-DICA NOSEPIECE
C-HGFIE
USB
LV-AF TE2-PS100W TE2-PS100W
UEPI2A
100-240V
~ 1.0A 50/60Hz
LV-FMA LV-DICA
NOSEPIECE
DIA EPI
LV-MDIC
LV-ECON
Nosepiece control cable
DIC prism control cable
* An optional 10 m cable is also available for the nosepiece connection.
LV-DICA NOSEPIECE
Reference hole
Counterbore Ø13, depth 3
Same dimensions for top and
bottom surfaces of six holes
Distance between the
eyepiece tube mounting
surface and the product
mounting surface
Eyepiece tube
mounting
surface
28
114
80 ±0.1
40 ±0.03
6±0.012
0
85.8
113.8
34 23.5
385.5
48
152.5
20
46
45°
260
308
2-8
118 ±0.1
132 ±0.03
1-Ø6H7
3-Ø7
±0.012
0
90 ±0.1

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3To Connect with the Motorized Focusing Module
To connect the product with the motorized focusing module (LV-FMA or LV-IMA), perform the
following procedure:
1When LV-IMA is used, check that the motorized focusing module is mounted on a pedestal
or such sturdy base. When LV-FMA is used, check that the motorized focusing module is
mounted on the LV-DIA or LV-EPI.
2Check that the power switch on this product is turned off (the “ ” side is pushed).
3Connect the connector on the side of the motorized focus module and the LV-FMA connector
on the back of this product using the special connection cable, that is 2.8 m in length.
To avoid interference between the cable and the motorized devices, draw the cable carefully.
* To use the auto focus system LV-AF, the motorized focusing module is connected to the LV-
AF. For details, refer to p.22 “To Connect with the Auto Focus System” and the instruction
manual of the LV-AF.
C-HGFIE
USB
LV-AF TE2-PS100W TE2-PS100W
UEPI2A
100-240V
~ 1.0A 50/60Hz
LV-FMA LV-DICA
NOSEPIECE
DIA EPI
Do not touch the height adjustment part
when
carrying this product.
LV-FMA
LV-ECON
Connection cable
C-HGFIE
USB
LV-AF TE2-PS100W TE2-PS100W
UEPI2A
100-240V~1.0A 50/60Hz
LV-FMA LV-DICA
NOSEPIECE
DIA EPI
JAPAN
LV-IMA
LV-ECON
Connection cable
For details about assembly method of the motorized focusing module, refer to the instruction
manual for the LV-FM/LV-FMA or LV-IM/LV-IMA.
* An optional connection cable of 10 m in length is also available.
•For LV-FMA
•For LV-IMA

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III. Device Connections
4To Connect with the Motorized Epi Illuminator
To connect the product with the motorized epi illuminator (LV-UEPI2A), perform the following
procedure:
1Check that the motorized epi illuminator is mounted on the microscope base (the motorized
focusing module, or such) correctly.
2Check that the power switch on this product is turned off (the “ ” side is pushed).
3Connect the connector on the side of the UEPI2A to the UEPI2A connector on the back of
this product using the special UEPI2A connection cable, that is 2.8 m in length.
To avoid interference between the cable and the motorized devices, draw the cable carefully
C-HGFIE
USB
LV-AF TE2-PS100W TE2-PS100W
UEPI2A
100-240V
~ 1.0A 50/60Hz
LV-FMA LV-DICA
NOSEPIECE
DIA EPI
FL2FL1DFBF
FL1 FL2
LV-ECON
LV-UEPI2A
UEPI2A connection cable
* An optional UEPI2A connection cable of 10 m in length is also available.
For details about assembly method of the epi illuminator, refer to the instruction manual for
the LV-UEPI2A. For details about connection method to the focusing module, refer to the
instruction manual for the LV-FM/LV-FMA or LV-IM/LV-IMA.

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5To Connect with the Episcopic Illumination
Halogen lamp power supply for the episcopic illumination
When a halogen lamp is used as a light source for the episcopic illumination, the lamp house (LV-
LH50PC) and the power supply (TE2-PS100W) must be connected. And then, the power supply
and this product must be connected with a control cable.
1Check that the lamp house is attached to the epi illuminator correctly.
2Check that the power switch on the power supply is turned off (the “ ” side is pushed).
3Connect the special lamp cable to the lamp cable of the lamp house and to the OUTPUT
connector on the power supply.
4Connect the special control cable which is 2.8 m in length, to the EXTERNAL connector on
the power supply and to the EPI TE2-PS100W connector on this product.
Make sure that the control cable is connected to the connector labeled EPI.
5Move the EXTERNAL switch on the back of the power supply to the ON side.
* An optional control cable of 10 m in length is also available.
For details about installation method of the lamp house and replacement method for lamps,
refer to the instruction manual for the epi illuminator (LV-UEPI, LV-UEPI2, or LV-
UEPI2A).
MADE IN JAPAN MODEL TE2-PS100W
ON
OFF
E
X
T
E
R
N
A
L
C-HGFIE
USB
LV-AF TE2-PS100W TE2-PS100W
UEPI2A
100-240V
~ 1.0A 50/60Hz
LV-FMA LV-DICA
NOSEPIECE
DIA EPI
TE2-PS100W
LV-LH50PC
LV-ECON
Lamp cable
Control cable