EXCELITAS TECHNOLOGIES X-Cite 110LED Microscope LED Fluorescence Light Source User Guide
- June 9, 2024
- EXCELITAS TECHNOLOGIES
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EXCELITAS TECHNOLOGIES X-Cite 110LED Microscope LED Fluorescence Light
Source
X-Cite® 110LED: Quick Start Guide
Warning – Refer to Safety Precautions Booklet 035-00636R for all safety
precautions prior to use. User Guide 035-00575R download:
http://www.excelitas.com
SETUP
Unpack
- Carefully unpack the unit and accessories from shipping carton.
- When unpacking the light guide take care not to bend sharply.
Install the Microscope Adaptor (if applicable)
- Remove protective wrap from adaptor.
- Insert the flange portion of the Microscope Adaptor into the light port on the microscope, and secure it using the hardware provided on the microscope.
Connections and Positioning
- Remove red caps from light guide. Insert large end into light guide port on unit (up to “B” line). Insert small end into microscope light guide port (or adaptor), and secure it with hardware provided.
- Position the equipment. Ensure adequate clearance for ventilation around unit, and slack in the light guide.
- Connect speed DIAL cable to “remote” port on main unit.
- Connect USB cable to ports on main unit and computer. (For Windows 7/8.1, USB driver will install via internet after unit powers up, see user guide for additional information.)
- Connect external power supply to main unit.
- Connect AC power to properly grounded outlet.
MANUAL OPERATION
- Flip rocker switch to turn unit on.
- When display shows “x%”, it is ready to use.
- Click speed DIAL to illuminate a specimen.
- Turn speed DIAL to adjust intensity.
REGULATORY (refer to user guide for complete details)
Product Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility
The X-Cite 110LED has been tested and found to comply with product safety and
electromagnetic compatibility requirements. For a complete list of tests and
for certification details, please contact your X-Cite representative or visit
http://www.excelitas.com
CE Marking
- Council Directive 2014/35/EU
- Council Directive 2014/30/EU
- Council Directive 2012/19/EU
- Council Directive 2011/65/EU as amended by (EU) 2015/863
Low Voltage Directive
EMC Directive
WEEE Directive
RoHS
BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING
(refer to user guide for complete details)
| Category | Symptom | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Error messages | Error 1 (High Temp.) | Turn off, let cool; check |
clearance around vents
Error 3 or 5 (Internal)| Turn off, restart
Error 6 (Low Temp.)| Allow unit to warm to room temperature and restart
Intensity| Low output intensity| Check speed DIAL settings Check light
guide position Check adaptor type
Check microscope beam path, filters, apertures, shutters, objectives
speed DIAL| Double-click turns off LED| Increase delay in the speed
(Spd) setting
New settings forgotten when unit is shut down
| After changing settings, wait at least five minutes before shutting unit
down
Dial does not scroll through the menu| Turn dial in the opposite direction
“Lock” icon on display, speedDIAL not responding to manual control| Send
“unlock” command via computer OR power down unit and restart
TTL| **** TTL response time is longer than usual| Enable TTL mode
Verify that timeout settings are appropriately set
WARNING: Never look at operating LED! The light could severely
damage the cornea and retina of the eye if the light is observed directly. Eye
shielding must be used at all times as well as clothing to protect exposed
skin Refer to user guide for more details.
SpeedDIAL Home Screen
SpeedDIAL Menus and Settings
- To access the main menu, press and hold the dial (shutter button) for one (1) second.
- To navigate the menus, turn the dial to scroll through the options. An arrowhead will indicate the currently selected menu option, click the dial to make a selection.
- To adjust settings, turn the dial. To select a setting and return to sub-menu, click the dial.
- To exit menu system at any time, press and hold the dial for one (1) second.
SpeedDIAL Menu
(refer to user guide for complete instructions)
| Menu Item | Description |
|---|---|
| LCD | Display Screen Brightness and Color Settings |
| Dim | Backlight timeout (off = backlight always on) |
| Brig | Screen brightness (0% = backlight off) |
| Color | Screen color |
| Favo | Favorite Intensity Setting |
– Double-click jumps to preset intensity level
Int| Select favorite intensity level
Enbl| Enable or disable this feature
Spd| Adjust delay time between clicks
(defines “double-click”)
TTL| TTL Mode Control
Required for TTL triggering
Enbl| Enable or disable this mode
Time| Define a timeout setting (recommended)
Hand| Display Screen Orientation
– Rotate display screen 180°
Srvc| Service Data
– Embedded software versions, serial number, LED hours, system temperatures
Excelitas Canada Inc.
2260 Argentia Road Mississauga
ON L5N 6H7
Tel: 1-905-821-2600
Toll Free: 1-800-668-8752
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