Olympus SZX2 Series User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
SZX2-ILLC16/ILLC10
LG-DF
This instruction manual is for the Olympus SZX2 coaxial vertical illuminator. To ensure the
safety, obtain optimum performance and familiarize yourself fully with the use of this equip-
ment, we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the equipment.
Retain this instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for future
reference.
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SZX2-ILLC16/ILLC10
SZX2 COAXIAL VERTICAL ILLUMINATORS

SZX2-ILLC16/ILLC10
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT — Be sure to read this chapter for safe use of the equipment. — 1,2
1 USABLE OBSERVATION MAGNIFICATIONS 3
2 NOMENCLATURE 4
4 SUMMARY OF OPERATION PROCEDURE 8
3 ASSEMBLY 5-7
5 OPERATION 9,10
6 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 11,12

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IMPORTANT
1Getting Ready
1. This manual pertains only to the operating procedure of the coaxial vertical illuminators. Make sure that you also read the
instruction manuals for the SZX16/SZX10/SZX7 microscope and light source so that you understand the overall operating
instructions of the entire microscope system.
2. The coaxial vertical illuminator is a precision instrument. Handle it with care and avoid subjecting it to sudden or severe
impact.
3. To avoid breaking the light guide fiber (for this reduces the amount of light available), use the light guide with bending
radius of 60 mm or more.
4. Do not use the coaxial vertical illuminator where it may be subjected to direct sunlight, high temperatures and humidity,
dust or vibrations.
2Maintenance and Storage
1. To clean the lenses and other glass components, simply blow dirty away using a commercially available blower and wipe
gently using a piece of cleaning paper (or clean gauze).
If a lens is stained with fingerprints or oil smudges, wipe it gauze slightly moistened with commercially available absolute
alcohol.
Since the absolute alcohol is highly flammable, it must be handled carefully.
Be sure to keep it away from open flames or potential sources of electrical sparks -- for example, electrical
equipment that is being switched on or off.
Also remember to always use it only in a well-ventilated room.
2. Do not use organic solvents to clean non-optical components. If smudges are difficult to clean, wipe them with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a diluted neutral detergent.
3. Never disassemble any part of the unit as this could cause malfunctions or reduced performance.

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Caution
If the coaxial illuminator is used in a manner not specified by this manual, the safety of the user may be imperiled. 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.
: Indicates that failure to follow the instructions in the warning could result in bodily harm to the
user and/or damage to equipment (including objects in the vicinity of the equipment).
# : Indicates that failure to follow the instructions could result in damage to equipment.
?: Indicates commentary (for ease of operation and maintenance).

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USABLE OBSERVATION MAGNIFICATIONS
The following table lists usable objectives and observation ranges (when 10X eyepieces are used).
Total magnification when the coaxial vertical illuminator is used:
Total magnification (A) = Objective magnification x Zoom magnification (B) x Eyepiece magnification (10X) x 1.5
Coaxial Vertical Illuminator SZX2-ILLC16 Coaxial Vertical Illuminator ILLC10
Zoom Microscope Body
SZX2-ZB16
Zoom Microscope Body
SZX2-ZB19
Zoom Microscope Body
SZX-ZB7
Objective Total Mag.
(A)
Zoom Mag.
(B) Objective Total Mag.
(A)
Zoom Mag.
(B)
Total Mag.
(A)
Zoom Mag.
(B)
SDFPLFL0.3X
SDFPLAPO0.5XPF
SDFLPLAPO0.8X
SDFPLAPO1XPF
SDFPLAPO1.6XPF
SDFPLAPO2XPFC
18X
19X
12X
37.5X
--
--
4X
2.5X
1X
2.5X
--
--
DFPL0.5X-4
DFPL0.75X-4
DFPLAPO1X-4
SZX-ACH1X
DFPLAPO1.25X
SZX-ACH1.25X
DFPL1.5X-4
DFPL2X-4
15X
14 X
12X
15X
12X
12X
56X
96X
2X
1.25X
0.8X
1X
0.63X
0.63X
2.5X
3.2X
19X
18X
15X
19X
15X
15X
18X
60X
2.5X
1.6X
1X
1.25X
0.8X
0.8X
0.8X
2X
}The above data is applicable to specimens with mirror-type surfaces. Specimens with scattering type surfaces can be
observed at magnifications lower than those listed above.

SZX2-ILLC16/ILLC10
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NOMENCLATURE
Coaxial Vertical Illuminator
SZX2-ILLC16
SZX2-ILLC10
Dovetail mount
Quarter-Wave Plate
SZX2-ILLC1/4
Quarter-wave plate
rotation annulus
Branched Flexible Light Guide
LG-DF
Outgoing light guide end
}This illustration uses the SZX2-ILLC16. The light guide mount of the
SZX2-ILLC10 is slightly narrower than that shown here.
Light guide mount
Light guide clamping
screws
Clamping knob
Incident light guide end

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ASSEMBLY
The diagram below shows how to assemble the various modules of this equipment. The numbers in the diagram indicate the
order of assembly.
# Before assembling, make sure that all parts are free of dust and dirt, and avoid scratching any parts or touching the
glass surfaces.
}Only a limited number of intermediate attachments can be mounted. However, the coaxial vertical illuminator (SZX2-ILLC16/
ILLC10) is not considered to be an intermediate attachment so it is always possible to mount an intermediate attachment above
the SZX2-ILLC16/ILLC10. Be sure to mount the SZX2-ILLC16/ILLC10 directly above the zoom microscope body.
Allen screwdriver
(Provided with the zoom
microscope body)
Required Tool
Observation
tube
Intermediate
attachment
Coaxial vertical
illuminator
SZX2-ILLC16/
ILLC10
Zoom microscope body
SZX2-ZB16
SZX2-SZ10
SZX-ZB7
Quarter-wave plate
SZX2-ILLC1/4
Branched flexible
light guide
LG-DF
Light source unit
LG-PS2

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Fig. 1
1Mounting the Coaxial Vertical Illuminator (Fig. 1)
1. Loosen the observation tube clamping screw @ with the provided Allen
screwdriver and remove the observation tube.
2. Align the positioning groove ² on the coaxial vertical illuminator with the
positioning pin ³ on the microscope body. Then insert the dovetail | at
the bottom of the coaxial vertical illuminator into the dovetail mount 5on
the microscope body.
# The coaxial vertical illuminator can also be mounted in the opposite
orientation to that shown in Fig. 1. However this orientation is not
recommended because it makes observation difficult.
3. Tighten the observation tube clamping screw @ on the microscope body
with the Allen screwdriver.
4. Mount the observation tube on the coaxial vertical illuminator.
Fig. 2
2Mounting the Branched Flexible Light Guide (Figs. 2 & 3)
1. Loosen the clamping knob 1on the light source unit. While positioning
the incident light guide end 2of the light guide so that the notch faces
upward, insert it into the light guide mount ³ until the light guide grip 4
touches the mount. Then tighten the clamping knob @.
@
²
³
|
1
5
4
2
3

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Fig. 3
Fig. 4
2. Loosen the light guide clamping screws 5on the coaxial vertical illumi-
nator with the Allen screwdriver. Insert the outgoing light guide end 6until
it stops (the force required for insertion will increase in the middle due to a
spring). Tighten the clamping screws 5.
3Mounting the Quarter-Wave Plate (Fig. 4)
1. Loosen the two quarter-wave plate clamping knobs @.
2. Fit the quarter-wave plate onto the tip of the objective ² and secure the
clamping knobs.
# The quarter-wave plate should be mounted so that the clamping knobs
are on the side when seen from the front of the microscope (i.e., so
that the module indication faces the front).
5
6
1
2

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SUMMARY OF OPERATION PROCEDURE
Preparation Ref. Page
1. Check that the required modules are mounted. ...................................................................................................................................................................................................(P. 6 & 7)
2. Adjust the orientation of the microscope body and the rotation tension of the coarse focus adjustment knob.*
3. Turn on the main switch of the light source unit and adjust the brightness.*
4. Adjust the orientation of the quarter-wave plate. .............................................................................................................................................................................................................. (P. 9)
Observation Procedure
1. Place a specimen on the stage.
2. Adjust the brightness to an easy-to-observe level.*
3. Turn the quarter-wave plate rotation annulus to select an optimum rotation position. ............................................................................................... (P. 10)
4. Observe the specimen with the standard observation procedure.*
*Refer to the instruction manuals of the SZX16/SZX10/SZX7 microscope and the LG-PS2 light source unit.

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Fig. 5
OPERATION
1Adjusting the Quarter-Wave Plate Orientation (Fig. 5)
# If the quarter-wave plate is not positioned properly, flare may be pro-
duced even inside the usable observation area.
1. Slightly loosen the two quarter-wave plate clamping knobs @.
2. Adjust the quarter-wave plate orientation so that the clamping knobs are
exactly to the side of the microscope when seen from the front (i.e., so that
the module indication faces the front).
Fig. 6
2Adjusting the Brightness (Fig. 6)
Adjustment according
to light source bulb
voltage*
Adjust the brightness by turning the light in-
tensity adjustment knob on the light source
unit.
Adjustment according
to iris aperture
Adjust brightness by turning the iris aperture
lever on the light source unit.
*Adjusting the bulb voltage varies the color temperature.
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1

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3Observing the Specimen
A)Observing an IC chip, wafer, etc.
1. Brighten the field of view by turning the quarter-wave plate rotation
annulus.
2. If the field of view is too bright and glaring, adjust the brightness as
described in 2above.
B)Reflected light polarized observation of liquid crystal, etc.
1. Perform Cross-Nicol observation (with the darkest field of view).
2. For accurate Cross-Nicol adjustment, place a flat, mirror-surfaced speci-
men on the specimen and make the field of view as dark as possible
by turning the quarter-wave plate rotation annulus.
3. Observe the specimen by rotating it on a horizontal plane.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Under certain conditions, performance of this equipment may be adversely affected by factors other than defects. If a problem
occurs, please review the following list and take remedial action as needed.
If you cannot solve the problem after checking the entire list, please contact your local Olympus representative for assistance.
Problem Cause Remedy
Field of view is not evenly illuminated. The light guide is not mounted properly. Mount the light guide properly.
The bulb of the light source unit is not
mounted properly.
Mount the bulb properly.
Color reproduction in the photography is
poor.
The brightness control of the power trans-
former is not set to the maximum posi-
tion.
Set the brightness control to the maxi-
mum position.
The filters (30.5S-LB80 and 30.5-LBD) are
not used (when a daylight type film is in
use).
Mount the filters (30.5S-LB80 and 30.5-
LBD) on the LG-PS2 light source unit.
Contrast is poor. The quarter-wave plate is not adjusted. Adjust the plate. (Page 9)
The view is noticeably different between
the left and right fields of view.
The quarter-wave plate clamping posi-
tion is not adjusted properly.
Adjust the clamping position correctly.
(Page 9)

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