Olympus DSX1000 User manual

Contents
(1) Introduction
(2) Preparation for observation
(3) Selection of observation modes
(4) Image processing method
(5) Image acquisition
(6) Saving acquired images
Basic
Quick Reference Guide
Digital Microscope
DSX1000
AX9342 02

Introduction
Reference information
Operating procedure
Basic
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Introduction User interface
Software Console
[2D Acquisition] button
Performs the snapshot
acquisition.
[3D Acquisition] button
Performs the quick scan
acquisition.
Image processing button
Executes various image
processings.
[◄/►] button
Changes the observation
modes sequentially.
[▲/▼] button
Moves up and down the
zoom head.
[Joystick]
Moves the motorized stage.
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[Move focus] button
Moves up and down the
zoom head.
[Observation mode] button
Changes the observation mode.
[Image processing] panel
Used to correct the image.
[Move] button
Moves the motorized stage.
[Image acquisition] panel
Used to perform image
acquisition.

Operating procedure
Reference information
Introduction
Basic
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Preparation for observation Sample set
1. Start the system (in a state of bright-field observation).
2. Set a sample on the stage.
3. Move the zoom head to bring the sample into focus.
4. Move the stage back/forth and left/right to place the
position desired to be observed on the center.
* For “Up/Down movement of zoom head”, “Back/Forth and Left/Right movement of stage”, and “Usage of Focus assist bar”, please refer to the Instruction Manual.
Selection of
observation modes
Image processing
method
Image acquisition
Saving acquired
images
Software Console
Useful
operation * Pulling out the Focus assist bar helps
you to roughly find the focus point.
3. [▲/▼] button
Moves up and down the
zoom head.
4. [Joystick]
Moves the motorized stage.
Preparation for
observation
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4. [Move] button
Moves the motorized stage.
3. [Move focus] button
Moves up and down the
zoom head.

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Select the best image
1. Click the [Best image] button.
2. Click the [ALL MODES] button from the [Find best image] tab.
3. Select the desired image on the best image screen.
4. Click the [Apply] button.
Software
Useful
operation
[◄/►] button
Changes the observation modes
sequentially.
* Direct observation mode is also available.
Console
[Observation mode] button
Changes to the appropriate
observation mode.
Operating procedure
Reference information
Introduction
Basic
Selection of
observation modes
Image processing
method
Image acquisition
Saving acquired
images
Preparation for
observation
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Selection of observation modes
3. Best image screen
Select the desired image
on the best image screen.
2. [ALL MODES] button
4. [Apply] button
1. [Best image] button

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Image processing method
Live image processing is available
1. Select an appropriate image processing method from among four modes on the [Image processing] panel.
When the image processing is enabled, the corresponding button is highlighted.
Software Console
Image processing button
Executes various image processings.
When the image processing is enabled, the
corresponding LED lights up.
* Clicking the [Accessory] tab - [Live
measurement] button enables you to
perform the measurement during the
live operation. For details, please refer
to the Instruction Manual.
Useful
operation
Texture enhancement
Enhances the uneven state.
Anti-halation
Curbs various reflections.
Contrast UP
Enhances the contrast.
Depth of focus UP
Deepens the focusable
distance.
Operating procedure
Reference information
Introduction
Basic
Selection of
observation modes
Image processing
method
Image acquisition
Saving acquired
images
Preparation for
observation
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[Image processing] panel
Adjusts the image quality
to optimal level.

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Image acquisition 2D Acquisition and 3D Acquisition
can be easily conducted
1. Click [2D Acquisition] button.
Once the image acquisition is completed, the analysis application will be started to display
the acquired image.
[2D Acquisition] button
Performs the snapshot
acquisition.
2D
Acquisition
1. Select from the [3D] from the [Image acquisition] panel and click the [3D Acquisition] button.
Once the image acquisition is completed, the analysis application will be started to display
the acquired 3D image.
3D
Acquisition
Software Console
[3D Acquisition] button
Performs the quick scan
acquisition.
Operating procedure
Reference information
Introduction
Basic
Selection of
observation modes
Image processing
method
Image acquisition
Saving acquired
images
Preparation for
observation
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[3D Acquisition] button
[2D Acquisition] button

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Saving acquired images
1. Select [Save As] from the [File] menu.
The [Save as] screen will appear.
2. Select the format of the file to be saved from the [File type]
drop-down list.
3. Select a location to save the file.
4. Enter the file name in the [File name] field.
5. Click the [Save] button.
The file will be saved.
Saving the image data
Analysis application
Operating procedure
Reference information
Introduction
Basic
Selection of
observation modes
Image processing
method
Image acquisition
Saving acquired
images
Preparation for
observation
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Useful
operation
● Desire to display [Save As] dialog
on every acquisition
  Advanced settings > Image
acquisition > [Save As]
● Desire to designate the name of a
file desired to be automatically saved
Advanced settings > Image
acquisition > [Auto save]
DSX1000 basic software
DSX1000 basic software
[File] menu

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Contents
(1) Operation of tilt observation
(2) Operation of Rotatable stage
(3) Replacement of objective and option unit
(4) List of objectives and corresponded
observation modes
(5) Objectives and attachment management
(6)
Items often referred in the Instruction Manual
(7) Configuration of the Instruction Manual
Advanced
Quick Reference Guide
Digital Microscope
DSX1000

Operating procedure
Reference information
Introduction
Advanced
1
Operation of tilt observation
1. Press the [Tilt Position] button on the GUI or [Tilt Position] button on the console.
2. Adjust the focus with the Focusing knob
3. Rotate the Tilting lock lever to release the tilting lock.
4. Tilt the head holding the Rotation-release knob on the head arm.
5. Stop the head at an arbitrary position and release your hand from
Rotation-release knob.
Operation of tilt
observation
Operation of
Rotatable stage
Replacement of
objective and
option unit
List of objectives
and corresponded
observation modes
Objectives and
attachment
management
Items often
referred in the
Instruction Manual
Configuration of the
Instruction Manual
Software Console
1. [Tilt Position] button
* Aligning the upper surface of the sample to the horizontal
line helps you to roughly adjust the focusing.
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2. Focusing knob
4. Rotation-release
knob
3. Tilting lock
lever
1. [Tilt Position]
button

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Operation of Rotatable stage * This function is only for rotatable motorized stage.
1. Loosen the Rotation release knob.
2. Rotate the stage holding the Stage rotation knob.
* Screws other than Rotation release knob are just for adjustment.
Be careful not to touch it when in operation of stage rotation.
Software Console
* With the stage rotated, you can move the stage
back/forth and left/right with joystick.
Used for operation of stage rotation
1. Rotation release knob
2. Stage rotation knob
Operating procedure
Reference information
Introduction
Advanced
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Operation of tilt
observation
Operation of
Rotatable stage
Replacement of
objective and
option unit
List of objectives
and corresponded
observation modes
Objectives and
attachment
management
Items often
referred in the
Instruction Manual
Configuration of the
Instruction Manual
Rotate angle
The Rotate angle is
displayed on the software.

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Replacement of objective and option unit
1. Insert the unit along the mounting portion
and push it all the way until it clicks.
2. Press the Lens attachment replacement
button and remove it.
Attachment and detachment of
lens attachment
1. Align the groove of the objective lens to the
projection of the adapter.
2. Turn the unit clockwise to be mounted until
it clicks.
3. Push down the removal button and turn the
unit counterclockwise to be removed.
Attachment and detachment of
option unit (Diffused illumination adapter)
* This unit can be attached only to Super long working distance objective.
* Please be sure to hold the unit with both hands. Dropping the unit may result in injury.
* An objective lens used for the first time should be registered on the software.
Groove of
objective lens
3. Removal button
2
1
2. Lens attachment
replacement button
Operating procedure
Reference information
Introduction
Advanced
Projection
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Operation of tilt
observation
Operation of
Rotatable stage
Replacement of
objective and
option unit
List of objectives
and corresponded
observation modes
Objectives and
attachment
management
Items often
referred in the
Instruction Manual
Configuration of the
Instruction Manual

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List of objectives and corresponded
observation modes
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(mm)
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series
DSX10-SXLOB1X 0.03 51.7 2.74 - 19.2 Ŷ Ƒ Ŷ Ŷ –Ƒ
DSX10-SXLOB3X 0.09 66.1 0.91 - 9.1 ŶŶŶŶ–Ƒ
DSX10-SXLOB10X 0.20 41.1 0.27 - 2.74 Ŷ Ƒ Ŷ Ŷ –Ƒ
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DSX10-XLOB3X 0.09 30.0 0.91 - 9.1 ŶŶŶŶ–Ƒ
DSX10-XLOB10X 0.30 30.0 0.27 - 2.74 Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ƒ Ŷ
DSX10-XLOB20X 0.40 20.0 0.14 - 1.37 Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ƒ Ŷ
DSX10-XLOB40X 0.80 4.5 0.07 - 0.69 Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ŷ Ƒ Ŷ
UIS2 Series
MPLFLN1.25X 0.04 3.5 2.19 - 17.1 Ŷ Ƒ ––––
MPLFLN2.5X 0.08 10.7 1.1 - 10.2 Ŷ Ƒ ––––
MPLFLN5XBDP 0.15 12.0 0.55 - 5.48 ŶŶŶŶŶŶ
MPLFLN10XBDP 0.25 6.5 0.27 - 2.74 ŶŶŶŶŶŶ
MPLFLN20XBDP 0.40 3.0 0.14 - 1.37 ŶŶŶŶŶŶ
MPLFLN50XBDP 0.75 1.0 0.05 - 0.55 ŶŶŶŶŶŶ
LMPLFLN10XBD 0.25 10.0 0.27 - 2.74 Ŷ Ƒ Ŷ Ŷ Ƒ Ƒ
LMPLFLN20XBD 0.40 12.0 0.14 - 1.37 Ŷ Ƒ Ŷ Ŷ Ƒ Ƒ
LMPLFLN50XBD 0.50 10.6 0.05 - 0.55 Ŷ Ƒ Ŷ Ŷ Ƒ Ƒ
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Reference information
Operating procedure
Advanced
Introduction
12
Operation of tilt
observation
Operation of
Rotatable stage
Replacement of
objective and
option unit
List of objectives
and corresponded
observation modes
Objectives and
attachment
management
Items often
referred in the
Instruction Manual
Configuration of the
Instruction Manual

5
Objectives and attachment management
Objective name Attachment number Lens position Note
Ƒexample 1 · 2 Front / Back uneven sample, DF observation
ƑDSX10-SXLOB1X
ƑDSX10-SXLOB3X
ƑDSX10-SXLOB10X
ƑDSX10-XLOB3X 1 · 2 Front / Back
ƑDSX10-XLOB10X 1 · 2 Front / Back
ƑDSX10-XLOB20X 1 · 2 Front / Back
ƑDSX10-XLOB40X 1 · 2 Front / Back
ƑMPLFLN1.25X 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑMPLFLN2.5X 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑMPLFLN5XBDP 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑMPLFLN10XBDP 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑMPLFLN20XBDP 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑMPLFLN50XBDP 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑLMPLFLN10XBD 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑLMPLFLN20XBD 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑLMPLFLN50XBD 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
ƑMPLAPON50X 1 · 2 · 3 Front / Back
For the management to check which purchased objective lens is mounted to which position of which
attachment, please use the following table.
Reference information
Operating procedure
Advanced
Introduction
13
Operation of tilt
observation
Operation of
Rotatable stage
Replacement of
objective and
option unit
List of objectives
and corresponded
observation modes
Objectives and
attachment
management
Items often
referred in the
Instruction Manual
Configuration of the
Instruction Manual

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Items often referred in the Instruction Manual
Item Heading title Item Heading title
Precautions for
transportation and
installation
Hardware
manual “3.1 Transportation”, “3.2 Installation” Perform image acquisition
while moving
Operation
manual
“9.6 Traveling acquisition”
Maximum loading
capacity on stage
Hardware
manual “5.3 Loading capacity of stage” $FTXLUHZLOG¿HOGLPDJHV
Operation
manual
“9.7 Stitching acquisition”
Restrictions on
combination
Hardware
manual “6. List of combinable units” Calibrate the measured
results
Operation
manual
“13.12 Registration of correction
values (User calibration)”
“17.4 Calibration”
Cleaning and storage
method
Hardware
manual “7. Maintenance and Storage” If you feel there is something
wrong
Operation
manual
“18. Troubleshooting”
Unit assembly
method
Hardware
manual “8. Assembly” Glossary and links
Operation
manual
“19. Appendix”
Items often referred in the Instruction Manual are picked up.
Please use the heading titles as a reference for your searching.
As for items often used, please use the following table for your efficient searching.
Reference information
Operating procedure
Advanced
Introduction
14
Operation of tilt
observation
Operation of
Rotatable stage
Replacement of
objective and
option unit
List of objectives
and corresponded
observation modes
Objectives and
attachment
management
Items often
referred in the
Instruction Manual
Configuration of the
Instruction Manual

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Configuration of the Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual -
Safety manual
Safety precautions
Please be sure to read this manual
before use.
Instruction Manual -
Hardware manual
Safety precautions
For the product specifications and
assembly method, please be sure to
read this manual before use.
Measuring and analyzing image
data using OLS51-BSW
Please refer to this manual if you have questions.
Instruction Manual-
Analysis Application
Reference information
Operating procedure
Advanced
Introduction
Insertion
Description of cautions and initial setting
Please be sure to read this insertion when
opening the product.
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Installation Guide
Software installation procedures
Please perform the installation according to the
indicated procedures.
Operation of tilt
observation
Operation of
Rotatable stage
Replacement of
objective and
option unit
List of objectives
and corresponded
observation modes
Objectives and
attachment
management
Items often
referred in the
Instruction Manual
Configuration of the
Instruction Manual
Instruction Manual -
Operation manual
Operational description
If you face any unclear points, including
troubleshooting, please refer to this manual.