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Biological Microscope
Instruction Manual
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Infinity corrected optics
In this optical concept the light beams are parallel after leaving the objective in the direction of the
eyepieces. A second optical element, the tube lens (normally located in the eyepiece tube) is used to
converge the parallel beams, resulting in an intermediate image. The intermediate image is focussed by
the eyepieces, to provide the real image for visual observation.
The implementation of a tube lens gives the opportunity to minimize chromatic aberrations and other
“optical defects”. Further, in “Infinity Optics” the distance between the objective and tube lens is not as
strictly fixed as in the (historically older) “Finite Optics” of 160mm tube length.
This allows additional optical components to be inserted between the objective and tube head.
Fluorescence attachments, discussion bridges, eye level risers and other options can be added without
affecting the image quality.
In general “Infinity Optics” provides flexibility and the opportunity to add additional optional features.
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Microscope terminology
Diaphragm, Condenser
A diaphragm, which controls the effective size of
the condenser aperture. A synonym for the
condenser illuminating aperture diaphragm.
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Diopter adjustment Resolving Power
The adjustment of the eyepiece of an instrument A measure of an optical system's ability to
to provide accommodation for the eyesight produce an image which separates two points or
differences of individual observers. parallel lines on the object.
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Table of contents
Section Page
1. Nomenclature 7
1.1 Application 7
1.2 Nomenclature 8
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4.13. IR function 22
4.14 Auto light intensity reproduction 22
4.15 Filters cassette 23
5. Photomicrographic procedure 24
7. Troubleshooting table 26
9. Warning labels 32
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1. Nomenclature
1.1 Application
Designed for multiple disciplines from University through clinical, laboratory, and research applications,
the BA410E offers true professional quality with a full complement of accessories, making it a valued
addition for any biological application.
1.2 Nomenclature
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BA410E-50W Halogen (Binocular)
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BA410E-50W Halogen (Binocular)
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2. Setting up the instrument
Avoid placing the instrument in locations exposed to direct sunlight, dust, vibration, high temperature,
high humidity and where it is difficult to unplug the power supply cord.
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3. Assembling the microscope
Electrical Specifications:
50W Halogen bulb
Input: 100-240V~, 70W, 50-60Hz
Bulb: 12VDC 50W Halogen
Fuse: 250V T2.5A (If the original fuse is blown, please replace with specified fuse)
LED module
Input: 100-240V~, 80VA, 50-60Hz
LED: 3.4V 3W
Fuse: 250V T2.5A (If the original fuse is blown, please replace with specified fuse)
LED module high color temperature: 6000 ± 300k
LED module low color temperature: 4500 ± 300k
3.2 Illumination
3.2.1 Halogen lamp
The quartz halogen bulb, used as a light source, has higher luminance and color temperature than
conventional tungsten bulb. The luminance is approximately four times greater.
As long as the bulb voltage is kept constant, the halogen bulb maintains the same level of brightness
and color temperature regardless of whether it is new or nearing the end of its life.
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3.2.2 Lamp house
Loosen the round dovetail clamp screw on the microscope stand, insert the lamp house into the round
dovetail on the microscope stand.
Tighten the clap screw to secure the lamp house in place. The microscope can only use the lamp
house provided by Motic.
Torque adjustment:
The torque of the y-axis and x-axis travel knobs can
be adjusted by torque adjusting knobs.
For y-axis to (+) increase or (-) decrease the torque,
turn Knob Y while holding A
For x-axis to (+) increase or (-) decrease the torque,
turn Knob X while holding B
3.5 Objectives
Lower the stage completely. Screw the objectives into the revolving nosepiece so that clockwise
rotation of the nosepiece brings the next higher magnification objective into position.
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3.6 Condenser
Raise the stage by turning the coarse focus knob.
Completely lower the condenser carrier by turning the condenser focus knob.
Insert the condenser into the dovetail mount with aperture scale facing to the user.
Secure it with the condenser clamp screw.
Turn the condenser focus knob to raise the condenser as far as it will go. (Fig.1)
Fig.1
Fig.2
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3.8 Eyepieces
Use the same magnification eyepieces for both the eyes.
Inserting or removing the eyepieces is facilitated by twisting the eyepieces (Fig.3a) when pushing
in or pulling out (Fig.3b).
Fig.3a Fig.3b
3.9 Filters
Remove the collector cover (Fig.4a) and place the filter in the filter holder located around the field
lens (Fig.4b), screw the collector cover (Fig.4a), taking care that dust, dirt and fingerprints do not
get on the filter and the field lens.
Fig.4a Fig.4b
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Filter selection:
Filter Function
ND2 (T=50%) For brightness adjustment in photomicrography
Blue filter (colour balance filter) For routine microscopy and photomicrography
For phase contrast and contrast adjustment with black
Green interference (546nm)
and white film
For colour photomicrography of HE stained specimen
HE (didymium filter)
with tungsten type film
A special diffuser system is build into the illumination beam path and guaranties a homogen
light distribution.
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4. Usage of microscope components
Fig.5
Never attempt either of the following actions, since doing so will damage the focusing
mechanism:
Rotate the left and right knob while holding the other.
Turning the coarse and fine focus knobs further than their limit.
Fig.6
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4.3 Coarse Focus Quick Stop (Fig.7)
The coarse focus quick stop serves as a quick accessible possibility for the user to limit the upper
focus position in order to prevent a collision of the Objective with the specimen.
Focus on the specimen using the lowest power objective and the coarse focus knob.
Rotate the highest power objective into place. Carefully turn the coarse focus knob raising the
specimen until it is just out of focus, but the slide cover slip does not touch the highest power
objective.
Simply turn the lever in clockwise direction as shown in the picture below and lock the actual
position as upper limit.
To loosen the upper limit, just turn the lever in the opposite direction
Fig.7
Fig.8
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4.5 Using Thicker Samples
Loose the screw (Fig.9a)
Lower down the stage (Fig.9b)
If the travel range is not enough for using, please remove the collector cover.
Fig.9a Fig.9b
Fig.10
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4.7 Interpupillary distance adjustment (Fig.11)
Before adjusting the interpupillary distance, bring a
specimen into focus using the 10x objective.
Adjust the interpupillary distance so that both the
right and left field of view become one.
This adjustment will enable the user to observe
the specimen with both eyes
Fig.11
Eyepiece tubes can be swivelled up or down to adjust the viewing height to suit individual
preference of comfort viewing. The eye height can be increased by 62mm (Fig.12)
Fig.12
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When the best focus position is reached, close this eye and use the other eye for the
following steps.
Correct the focus for the second eye by using only the Diopter Ring, do not use the coarse / fine
focusing knob!
Change to a higher magnification to verify the result
and if necessary repeat the procedure to match the
sharpness for higher magnification.
Keep this final diopter position for all magnification /
lenses. The diopter position for each user can be
recorded from the scale, so it can easily be reset.
Fig.13
4.9 Centering the condenser (Fig.14)
Fully open the field of view diaphragm and condenser aperture diaphragm.
Set the specimen on the stage with the cover glass facing up.
Bring the specimen image into focus, using the 10x objective.
Turn the condenser focus knob to bring the field diaphragm image into focus on the
specimen plane.
Adjust the condenser by using the condenser centering screws.
Adjust the field diaphragm so that it is just outside the field of view for each magnification change.
Fig.14
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4.10 Use of aperture diaphragm
The condenser aperture diaphragm is provided for adjusting the numerical aperture (N.A.) of the
illuminating system of the microscope, it decides the resolution of the image, contrast, depth of
focus and brightness.
Stopping down will lower the resolution and brightness but increase the contrast and depth of
focus.
An image with appropriate contrast in most cases can be obtained with an aperture diaphragm
closed down to 2/3 of the maximum value.
To adjust the aperture diaphragm:
- adjust the condenser aperture diaphragm ring referring to the condenser aperture scale, or
- by observing the diaphragm image visible on the exit pupil inside the eyepiece tube, or
- by using a centering telescope after removing one of the eyepieces and focusing on the
aperture diaphragm.
When swinging-out the top lens of the condenser for low magnification objectives, open the
condenser aperture diaphragm completely.
Fig.15
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4.12 Brightness and contrast adjustment
Neutral density filters are used for brightness adjustment in routine microscopy and
photomicrography.
For phase contrast and contrast adjustment with black and white film, a Green interference filter
(546nm) is recommended.
An HE (didymium) filter for colour photomicrography, Haematoxylin, Eosin (HE) or Fuchsin stained
specimen with tungsten type film is available.
4.13.IR function
Push the button (Fig.16), the blue pilot lamp indicates
that an IR-sensor is activated. If nouser is detected in
front of the microscope, the microscope illumination
will automatically switch off after 15 minutes.
When the user returns, the illumination will start again.
Fig.16
Fig.17
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4.15 Filters cassette
Loose out the base plate screws and open the base plate (Fig.18a and Fig.18b)
Move out the filter cassette cover (Fig.18c)
Insert the filter cassette in the stand (Fig.18d and Fig.18e)
Insert the filter slider in the filter cassette (Fig.18f)
Fig.18a Fig.18b
Fig.18c Fig.18d
Fig.18e Fig.18f
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5. Photomicrographic procedure
To ensure vibration free operation, set the microscope on a sturdy vibration free table or a bench
with a vibration proof device.
Pull the optical path selection lever of the trinocular eyepiece tube all of the way out to the limit.
To ensure optimal illumination, check the position and centring of the lamp and position of
the condenser.
Select a blue filter for routine application. An additional colour-compensating filter can also be
used depending on the colour rendition.
Adjusting the field diaphragm is important for the purpose of limiting extraneous light that may
cause flare and lower the contrast. Stop down the diaphragm to achieve an illuminated area
slightly larger than that of the field of view.
A change in depth of focus, contrast and resolution of the image is attainable with an aperture
setting of 2/3 of the maximum diaphragm diameter.
Fine setting of the condenser aperture varies with the individual sample.
For specific photomicrographic procedures, refer to the manual of the specific camera being used.
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6. Using oil immersion objective
Oil immersion objectives are labelled with the additional engraving “Oil” and are to be immersed in
oil between the specimen and the front of the objective.
The immersion oil supplied by Motic is synthetic, non-fluorescing and non-resining oil, with a
refractive index of 1.515
Normally, cover glass must be used with oil immersion objectives with a few exceptions.
Deviations
from thickness are not important as a layer of immersion oil acts as compensation above the
cover glass.
The small bottle of oil supplied with every immersion objective facilitates application of the oil to
the cover slip.
Remove any air bubbles in the nozzle of the oil container before use.
Immersion oil must be used sparingly. After the examination, the oil should be wiped off the
objective with a lens cleaning tissue and the residual film removed with soft cloth moistened with
petroleum benzene or absolute alcohol.
Locate the field of interest with a lower magnification objective. Swing the objective out of the light
path, and add one drop of immersion oil over the site of the specimen.
Swing in the oil immersion objective. There should be a small column of oil from the cover slip to
the objective lens. Use the fine focus to make the image sharp.
Freedom from air bubbles must be ensured. To check for air bubbles, remove an eyepiece, fully
open the field and aperture diaphragms, and look at the exit pupil of the objective within the
eyepiece tube. Air bubbles are recognized by a surrounding black ring. Bubbles may often be
dislodged by moving the slide to and fro or by slightly rocking the revolving nosepiece back and
forth. If not successful in clearing the bubbles then the oil must be wiped off and replaced with a
fresh drop.
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7. Troubleshooting table
Optical
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Dried stain or oil on objective lens. Lens must be
removed from the microscope and examined with a
Poor image (low contrast or resolution)
magnifier (an inverted eyepiece can be used) to check
for dirt
Stage installed on inclined plane
Specimen holder not fixed securely on stage
Specimen not secured in position
Uneven focus
Magnification or field of view of left and right eyepieces
differ
Diopter adjustment not made
Electrical
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8. Care and maintenance
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8.5 Bulb Replacement
The bulb and the lamphouse become very hot during and after a period of operation.
Risk of burn – Do not touch the bulb during or immediately after a period of operation.
Make sure the bulb has cooled sufficiently before attempting to replace the lamp.
In order to prevent electric shock always turn the power switch off and unplug the power cord
before installing or replacing the lamp.
Fig.19b Fig.19c
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8.5.2 3W LED module
This is a Motic patented design to exchange LED module and halogen bulb on the same socket
directly. (Fig.20b). 3W LED module is used for 50W lamp house only.
Loosen the lamp housing cover clamp screw using a coin and remove the cover. (Fig.20a)
When installing the LED module, do not touch the glass surface of the bulb with bare fingers.
Doing so will cause fingerprints, grease, etc., to burn onto the bulb surface, reducing the
illumination provided by the bulb. If the surface is contaminated, wipe it clean using lens tissue.
Firmly insert the LED module into the socket pinholes until it reaches the limit (Fig.20b), be careful
not to tilt the LED module when mounting. (Fig.20c)
Close the cover and secure with it with lamp housing cover clamp screw. (Fig.20d)
Fig.20a Fig.20b
Fig.20c Fig.20d
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8.5.3 100W Halogen
The applicable halogen bulbs are the 12V 100W HAL high-intensity bulb.
(Osram, model: 64625 HLX)
Loosen the lamp housing cover clamp screw (Fig.21a) and remove the cover (Fig.21b).
When installing the bulb, do not touch the glass surface of the bulb with bare fingers. (Fig.21c)
Doing so will cause fingerprints, grease, etc., to burn onto the bulb surface, reducing the
illumination provided by the bulb. If the surface is contaminated, wipe it clean using lens tissue.
Firmly insert the bulb into the socket pinholes until it reaches the limit. Be careful not to tilt the bulb
when mounting.
Close the cover and secure with it with lamp housing cover clamp screw. (Fig.21d)
Fig.21a Fig.21b
Fig.21c Fig.21d
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9. Warning labels
The following warning labels (or symbols) are found on the microscope, study the meaning of the
warning labels (or symbols) and always use the equipment in the safest possible manner.
The bulb and the lamphouse become very hot during and after a period of operation.
Risk of burn – Do not touch the bulb during or immediately after a period of operation.
Make sure the bulb has cooled sufficiently before attempting to replace the bulb.
Don’t pick the microscope up from the bottom during equipment operation.
Proper handling of the microscope will ensure years of trouble free service.
If repair become necessary, please contact your Motic agency or our Technical Service directly.
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September 2014
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