Olympus DP73 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
DP73
MICROSCOPE DIGITAL CAMERA
This instruction manual is for the Olympus Microscope Digital Camera Model DP73.
To ensure the safety, obtain optimum performance and familiarize yourself fully with
the use of this camera, we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before
operating the camera.
For image operations including recording, editing and saving, please refer to the
online manual for the cellSens / OLYMPUS Stream Software.
Retain this instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for
future reference. AX8080

This device complies with the requirements of both directive 2004/108/EC concerning electro-
magnetic compatibility and directive 2006/95/EC concerning low voltage.
In accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip-
ment, this symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal
waste, but should be collected separately.
Refer to your local Olympus distributor in EU for return and/or collection systems available in your
country.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC WARNING: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT — Be sure to read this chapter for safe use of the equipment. — 1-11
1 Intended Use ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
2 Conformity of the System .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
3 Handling Precautions ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
4 Maintenance and Storage ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................14
1 SYSTEM CHART ....................................................................................................................................................................................................15
2 NOMENCLATURE ...............................................................................................................................................................................................16
2-1 DP73/DP73 (For Desktop Computer) ................................................................................................................................................................................................16
2-2 [OPTIONAL] DP-PXU PCIe Extension Unit (For Laptop Computer) ............................................................................................................18
3 HARDWARE INSTALLATION ....................................................................................................................................................................19
1 Installing the Low-Profile Bracket ...................................................................................................................................................................................................19
2 Installing the PCIe Interface Board ..............................................................................................................................................................................................19
3 Installing the Camera Head ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................23
4 Connecting the Cables ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................................25

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4 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................................................................29
5 IMAGE ACQUISITION PROCEDURE ..........................................................................................................................................31
6 EXTERNAL TRIGGERING ..........................................................................................................................................................................33
7 SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................................................................................35
9 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..............................................................................................................................................................40

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The DP73 microscope digital camera is designed to be connected to a camera adapter mounted on an
Olympus UIS2/UIS series of optical microscope (not applicable to the LB series) for use in recording of
microscopic magnified images at high speed and highest resolution while maintaining high picture quality
and high color reproduction. The DP73 incorporates a variety of functions for supporting image recording
under optimum conditions.
When the DP73 microscope digital camera is used with a camera adapter or a microscope from a
manufacturer other than Olympus, the optical performance may not be manifested fully.
IMPORTANT
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by this manual, the safety of the user may be endangered.
In addition, the equipment may also be damaged. Always use the equipment as outlined in this instruction
manual.
The following symbols are used to set off text in this instruction manual.
CAUTION : Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury or damage to the equipment or other property. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
: Indicates commentary (for ease of operation and maintenance).

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Never connect or disconnect the interface cable while the standby switch of the computer is set to
ON. Otherwise, malfunction may result.
1. Before connecting or disconnecting the interface cable, make sure that the standby switch of the com-
puter is set to OFF.
When connecting the interface cable, push in the connector all the way and ensure that the connector will
not slip out before setting the standby switch to ON.
Do not move the computer or apply an impact to it while it is powered ON.
2. The cords and interface cables are vulnerable to bends or twists. Do not apply excessive force to them.
3. To prevent the microscope from toppling down, avoid using microscope attachments that may make the total
height of the microscope above 1 meter when they are attached.
4. When installing the PCIe interface board, be sure to hold it by the edge. Never touch the board surface
directly, as this will lead to malfunction.
CAUTION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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The area (IC) of the PCIe interface board becomes very hot during and immediately after use of the
camera. Be careful never to touch them during and after use.
5. For handling of the computer, refer to the separately provided “Computer User’s Manual”.
6. Connect the power cord correctly and ensure that the grounding
terminal of the power supply and wall outlet are properly connected.
If the equipment is not grounded/earthed, Olympus can no longer
warrant the electrical safety performance of the equipment.
7. Lay out the interface cable so that it does not contact the heat
generating section such as the lamp housing of the microscope.
8. After operation or in case of abnormality, be sure to disconnect the
power cord from the connector on the microscope or from the wall
power outlet.
9. Never insert foreign objects into the air vents as this could result in
fire and electrical shock. Hot part

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Computer and Software
The computer data may be destroyed by an unexpected event. Be sure to keep a backup of the data.
1. Olympus will not assume any liabilities for any damage incurred due to the use or non-usability of this
system, including compensation for the lost data.
2. The computer used with this system should set up and run Microsoft Windows 7 Professional or Ultimate.
For the OS in the computer, the user is requested to create a backup and retain it carefully. (Olympus does
not support the matters related to the OS including its backup.)
For details on the computer and Microsoft Windows 7, refer to their respective manuals.
3. Olympus guarantees the quality of this product in the factory shipment condition.
Olympus will not assume any liabilities for the operation errors and functional faults incurred due to the altera-
tion of the environmental setup (including BIOS change), installation of other software or addition of hardware
to the computer by the user.
4. When the HDD free space reduces, the data processing speed may slow extremely or errors may occur
frequently. To prevent this, delete unnecessary data files frequently. For how to delete data files, refer to the
manuals for Microsoft Windows 7.
5. Never attempt to delete or rename the folders and files installed by the provided installer software. Otherwise,
the software may get unable to be started up.

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6. Do not open the housing of the computer and touch the power supply or the circuit board’s heat generating
section right after use as it may burn your hand. Wait until the internal temperature drops sufficiently.
7. Sharp edges inside the computer may cut your fingers, so take extra care.
8. Use a computer that complies with the safety standards of your country.
1 Intended Use
This device is intended to be used for the capture of digital images for non-clinical diagnostic purposes.
Restrictions in Use
1. The applicable camera adapter is the U-TV0.5XC-3, U-TV0.63XC-1-2, MVX-TV0.63XC, U-TV1XC or the combina-
tion of U-TV1X-2 and U-CMAD3.
The U-TV0.5XC should not be used because it deteriorates the image flatness.
A camera adapter with a magnification below 0.5X cannot be used because part of image will be obscured.
2. When the DP73 is connected to the rear port of the U-DPT(double port tube) or U-MPH(multi port head), the
peripheral part of the recorded image may be deteriorated due to the optical performance of the U-DPT or
U-MPH.
2 Conformity of the System