Vision Engineering Ergo 80 User manual

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User Guide
Ergo 80 stereo microscope

INTRODUCTION
Stereo microscope
Vision Engineering manufacture a wide range of patented optical systems, offering fatigue-free viewing with superb
hand-eye co-ordination, for improved quality and productivity.
To achieve the most from this precision instrument, please read the enclosed assembly instructions, usage and
maintenance guidelines.
Health & Safety
Vision Engineering and its products conforms to the requirements of the EC Directives on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).
EN61326-1:2006
FCC Part 15
IEC 61010-1:2001
WARNING: ALL EQUIPMENT PLUGGED INTO THIS UNIT MUST BE APPROVED TO EN60950-1:2001 AND
CHECK CURRENT RATING OF OUTPUT SOCKET IF USED.
The equipment is connected to protective earth via the mains cable provided.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specied by Vision Engineering Ltd in this user guide, the protection
provided by the equipment may be impaired.
Warning symbols
This symbol, when used alone or in conjunction with the following symbol, indicates the need
to consult the operating instructions provided with the product.
WARNING: A potential risk of danger exists if the operating instructions are not followed.
This symbol indicates the presence of electric shock hazards. Consult the operating instructions
provided with the product wherever this symbol is found.

UNPACKING
System by box content
Box 1 Stand (Boom or Bench as ordered)
Box 2 Zoom assembly
Box 3 Objective
Box 4 ISIS ergonomic eyepieces or standard eyepieces
Box 5 Dovetail adapter, power supply, control box, screws, cable clips and user guide
Box 6 Boom stand adapter and screws (if Boom stand ordered)
Box 7 Accessories

CONTENTS
SYSTEM EQUIPMENT
Head 1
Stand 1
Illuminator 1
Optional equipment 2
Stage 2
Ergowedge 2
25° wedge 2
Unicam digital camera 2
Iris control 2
ASSEMBLY
Bench stand 3
Attaching the zoom assembly & objective 3
Attaching the head & control box 3
Boom stand 4
Attaching the boom stand interface bracket 4
Attaching the zoom assembly, objective, head & control box 4
Attaching the ringlight & antiglare screen 5
Attaching the head & optional iris control 5
Attaching the ergowedge 5
Attaching the 25° wedge 5
Attaching the unicam 6
Attaching the oating stage 6
Fitting the stage glass 6
Cabling 7
Isis adjustment 7
Using the iris control 7
Getting the most from your system 8
Routine maintenance 8
Tensioning 8
Environmental considerations 8
WARRANTY
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SYSTEM EQUIPMENT
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SYSTEM EQUIPMENT
Head
ISIS ergonomic eyepieces
Standard eyepieces
Head adapter
Zoom assembly
Objective
Stand
Illuminator
Ringlight
Antiglare screen

SYSTEM EQUIPMENT
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Optional equipment
Stage
Floating stage
Stage adapter
Ergowedge
25° wedge
Unicam digital camera
Iris control

ASSEMBLY
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ASSEMBLY
Bench stand
Attaching the zoom assembly & objective
Ensuring all components are clean and dust-free, proceed as follows:
XLoosen the securing screw u.
XLower the zoom assembly vinto the stand’s head location ring w.
XTighten the securing screw.
XScrew the objective lens xup into the zoom assembly.
Attaching the head & control box
XPlace the adapter ring uon to the zoom assembly v
and using a 2mm Allen key, secure it with the securing
grub screw w.
XPlace the head xon to the adapter ring and secure it by
tightening the securing screw y.
Note: The ISIS ergonomic eyepieces are illustrated
but the procedure for the Standard eyepieces
is the same.
XRemove the 2 securing screws zfrom the top cap {
and lift the cap off.
XPlace the control box |on top of the stand, replace the
top cap and secure it in place with the replacement screws.
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Boom stand
Attaching the boom stand interface bracket
XThe boom stand interface bracket u is tted between the boom stand focus
assembly vand the head location ring win a 2 stage process, using the
focus control x.
XRemove the head location ring.
XTurn the focus control clockwise until there is enough room
to secure the interface bracket via the top 2 location holes - see
inset A.
XTurn the focus control anticlockwise until there is enough
room to secure the interface bracket via the top 2
location holes - see inset B.
Attaching the zoom assembly, objective, head & control box
XUsing the same procedures as detailed on page 3, attach
the zoom assembly u, objective v, head adapter
plate wand head x.
XSecure the control box yand its cap zto the
interface bracket {and secure it with the
screws provided |.
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Attaching the ringlight & antiglare screen
XRaise the ringlight uinto position over the objective vand secure
it by tightening the 3 grub screws w.
XSlide the antiglare screen xinto the lower receptor groove
in the ringlight body.
Attaching the head & optional iris control
XPlace the iris control uon to the zoom assembly v
and using the 2mm Allen key supplied, secure it with the securing
grub screw w.
XPlace the adapter ring xon the iris control and secure it
with the securing grub screw y.
XPlace the head zon to the iris control and secure it
by tightening the securing screw {using a 2mm
Allen key.
Note: The ISIS ergonomic eyepieces are illustrated
but the procedure for the Standard eyepieces
is the same.
Attaching the ergowedge
XLoosen the head adapter securing screw uand remove the head v.
XPlace the ergowedge won to the head adapter and retighten the
adapter securing screw.
XPlace the head on to the ergowedge and tighten its securing screw x.
Note: The ergowedge provides the ability to tilt the head
-5 to -25 degrees
Note: The ISIS ergonomic eyepieces are illustrated
but the procedure for the Standard eyepieces
is the same.
Attaching the 25° wedge
XLoosen the head adapter securing screw uand remove the head v.
XPlace the 25° wedge won to the head adapter and retighten the
adapter securing screw.
XPlace the head on to the 25° wedge and tighten its securing screw x.
Note: The ISIS ergonomic eyepieces are illustrated
but the procedure for the Standard eyepieces
is the same.
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Attaching the unicam
XLoosen the head adapter securing screw uand remove the head v.
XPlace the unicam won to the head adapter and retighten the
adapter securing screw.
XPlace the head on to the unicam and tighten its securing screw x.
Note: Refer to Unicam user guide for connection and operation.
Note: The ISIS ergonomic eyepieces are illustrated
but the procedure for the Standard eyepieces
is the same.
Attaching the oating stage
XAttach the stage adapter plate uto the stand v.
XAttach the stage wto the adapter plate.
Fitting the stage glass
XPosition the stage glass uon to the stage v.
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Cabling
XConnect the ringlight uto the left-hand connector on the control box v.
XConnect the Isis wto the right-hand connector on the control box.
XConnect power xto the rear of the control box.
Isis adjustment
Note: If you wear corrective eyeglasses, keep them on.
XHold the body of the Isis and adjust the Isis eyepieces uuntil you have the
correct eyespacing. The view of the subject should now be comfortable.
Minor adjustments can be made using the Eyepiece Dioptre adjusters
vfor comfort (no more than 2 to 3 marks movement should be
necessary).
Using the iris control
XMove the control lever uto the left to reduce the Aperture,
and vice versa. Reducing the aperture has the effect of increasing
the visible depth of eld
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Getting the most from your system
Routine maintenance
• The outside of the instrument should be wiped down with a damp cloth to remove dirt and dust.
• The instrument and accessories should be checked for loose or damaged components.
• When not in use, protect your system with the dust cover.
• Always disassemble the system prior to moving.
Tensioning
Note: The tensioning tool is available from Vision Branch Ofces.
Bench stand
XAttach special tensioning tool uto the inner collar of the left-hand
focus knob vand turn the tool clockwise.
Boom stand
XTurn the right-hand focus knob uclockwise whilst turning the
left-hand focus knob in the opposite direction.
Environmental considerations
This equipment is designed for indoor use in the following conditions:
• Up to 2000m altitude
• Between 5° and 40°C ambient temperature (10° to 35° recommended limits)
• Power supply; 100-120V/ 220-240V, 50/60Hz with voltage uctuations up to 10% of the nominal voltage
• Transient over voltages typically present on the Mains supply
• Maximum relative humidity of 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C.
This system is an accurate, industrial gauging instrument. To achieve the optimum accuracy and repeatability, the
following considerations should be taken into account:
• Position the system on a rm, rigid and level table.
• Avoid locating the instrument near to a source of vibration.
• Do not place the instrument close to a radiator or similar heat source.
• Do not place the instrument close to a cold temperature source such as an air conditioning unit.
• Do not position the instrument in direct sunlight, or where bright reections will affect the image.
• The equipment should be positioned so that access to the mains input connector is always available.
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SERVICE RECORD
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System Serial Number
Service Type Comments Date of Service Date of Next
Service Company Signature

WARRANTY
WARRANTY
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date
of invoice to the original purchaser.
If during the warranty period the product is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at facilities of Vision
Engineering or elsewhere, all at the option of Vision Engineering. However, Vision Engineering reserves the right
to refund the purchase price if it is unable to provide replacement, and repair is not commercially practicable or
cannot be timely made. Parts not of Vision Engineering manufacture carry only the warranty of their manufacturer.
Expendable components such as fuses carry no warranty.
This warranty does not cover damage in transit, damage caused by misuse, neglect, or carelessness, or damage
resulting from either improper servicing or modication by other than Vision Engineering approved service personnel.
Further, this warranty does not cover any routine maintenance work on the product described in the user guide or any
minor maintenance work which is reasonably expected to be performed by the purchaser.
No responsibility is assumed for unsatisfactory operating performance due to environmental conditions such as
humidity, dust, corrosive chemicals, deposition of oil or other foreign matter, spillage, or other conditions beyond the
control of Vision Engineering.
Except as stated herein, Vision Engineering makes no other warranties, express or implied by law, whether for resale,
tness for a particular purpose or otherwise. Further, Vision Engineering shall not under any circumstances be liable
for incidental, consequential or other damages.

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