DOMAILLE ENGINEERING DE2600 MT Zoom Inspection Microscope User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- DOMAILLE ENGINEERING
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DE2600 MT Zoom Inspection Microscope
User Guide
DE2600 MT Zoom Inspection Microscope
User’s Guide
Overview:
Manufactured by Domaille Engineering, LLC the DE2600 MT Zoom Inspection
Microscope is designed to provide a quick view of the entire MT end face and
also zoom into each individual fiber. The DE2600 is an ideal tool for
production area as well as laboratory inspection.
Features:
- Adjustable ring light illumination & blue LED co-axial illumination
- High Resolution CCD Video
- Receptacles for UPC, APC and Multi-Fiber Connectors
Initial Setup
After unpacking the DE2600 microscope and accessories, set up can be quickly
achieved through a few simple connections. There are two main components to
the microscope system, the microscope and monitor (or computer using a frame
grabber).
The DE2600 operates from a 24 volt DC output power adapter, with switching
transformer to accept AC voltage 90-240 volt, 50-60Hz for domestic or
international use. This unit is used to power both the camera and the
illumination of the microscope.Currently we provide two different monitors
types, in several different sizes. These monitors are high resolution monitors
specifically chosen to provide the best solution for inspecting connector end-
faces. We do not recommend any of the lower priced security type monitors as
the resolution and image quality are not sufficient.
A computer may also be used to capture images, contact Domaille Engineering
for more information on digital camera options or video frame grabbers.
Operation
Initiate Power
Press “On/Off” button located on left side of DE2600.
Focusing 
The Focus Adjustment Knob is conveniently located
next to the stage. Turning the knob adjusts the contrast of the image with
precision and control.
Clockwise = Focuses the Stage In
Counter-clockwise = Focuses the Stage Out
Lighting
Clockwise = Increases Illumination
Counter-Clockwise = Decreases Illumination
The illumination can be controlled using the Ring light intensity knob
(yellow).
Note: The Ring
light automatically turns on when Low (black) magnification lens is in
position.
Co-axial intensity (blue) knob allows operator to control brightness when
using Medium (green) objective or High (blue) magnification objective.
The Co-axial dimmer button is used to inspect the dark fiber cladding and
highly reflective metal or ceramic ferrules.
Changing Magnifications
Each standard DE2600 model is equipped with three objective lenses: 5x, 10x,
and a 20x. Mounted to a typical microscope turret or nosepiece allowing the
operator to quickly change magnifications when inspecting connectors. Optional
3.3x and 40x objectives are also available.
DE2600 Stage Adjustments
Centering on the DE2600 can be accomplished along 2 axis. The lever in the
front of the stage acts as a lock, flipping the lever to the right hand side
of the scope unlock the stage while flipping it to the left locks the stage.
Quickly change bracket positions by unlocking the stage and sliding the stage
left or right. After locking the stage, use the knob on the right to
accurately move the stage along the x-axis up to 0.5 inch. Each bracket has
its own individual zaxis adjustment.
Changing Adapters on the DE2600
Adapters on the DE2600 stage can quickly be changed out by loosening the two
screws. When aligning the adapter use the lower powered 5x objective.
Individual adapters can be moved back and forth to align them with others.
This is used to “parfocal” the adapters to one another. Being parfocal
minimizes the amount of focusing required when switching connector
styles.
Setting APC Adapters on the DE2600
Use the two end positions on the DE2600 stage for setting up 2.5mm or 1.25mm
adapters. A third mounting hole is provided to angle the bracket at 8°. Insert
the connector key up on the left hand position and key down on the right hand
position.
As with setting up any bracket it may be easier to use the low (5x) powered
objective first. The angle can then be checked by inserting a connector and
making sure the light is centered.
Preventive Maintenance
Caution:
** The following instructions should only be performed by qualified service
personnel.
Warning :
If equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
There is NO SERVICEABLE EQUIPMENT inside the DE2600. All equipment requiring
repair should be sent back to the manufacturer or an authorized dealer.
Note:** The DE2600 microscopes is relatively low maintenance. Basic care
and precaution in using the instrument is required. Depending on cleanliness
of the general working area as well as the age of the equipment, we would
suggest at least semi-annual service and maintenance.
General Cleaning
Harsh solvents are not recommended on a regular basis. Typical safe de-greaser
solvents can be used to clean old grease or grime from mechanical parts. Lens
cleaner offered at most photo/camera supply stores is safe to use on the
optics of our microscopes. Lens cleaner can be used with a soft lens tissue/
cloth to remove any soil, fingerprints, etc. from the front of the objectives.
Cleaning objective lenses
Oils, dirt, and finger prints may reduce the resolving power of the
objective lenses. To ensure maximum levels of performance of the DE2600, wipe
the lens of the objectives with a lint-free tissue and lens cleaner. Ordinary
lens cleaner, available at most photography supply stores works the best.
Perform this procedure weekly or as needed, depending on the type of
environment inspection is being held.
Cleaning the Camera
Use extreme caution when attempting to clean the camera. Any scratches,
solvent, streaks or dirt left on the IR filter of the camera will show up in
the field of view of the microscopes.
Before attempting to clean the IR filter on the camera, first confirm that the
visible dirt on the monitor is actually on the camera. While viewing the
suspected dirt on the video monitor, slowly rotate the camera on the
microscope.
Due to the
orientation of the camera if the dirt remains in the same spot and does not
rotate with the camera, then it most likely is on the camera itself.
- Carefully unscrew the camera from the camera mount.
- Using clean, compressed air, blow across the surface of the IR filter.
- Recheck the camera for dirt.
- If the dirt is still there, use plastic tweezers, soft lens cloth and lens cleaner to carefully wipe the surface of the IR filter. Use a wiping spiral pattern from center of filter to edges to remove debris.
- Re-check the camera for dirt.
- Repeat this process until the camera is clean.
-Blow air across and not directly at the CCD chip of the camera.
-As a last resort, carefully try to wipe stubborn dirt from the IR filter in the front of the camera. Use Lens Cleaner and Lens Cloth obtainable from any retail camera store.
DE2600 Stage Maintenance
Periodically clean and lubricate the slide on the DE2600 to ensure reliable
and accurate position of the test connectors.
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Using a small Philips head screw driver, unscrew the two button head screws on the right side of the slide
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Carefully slide the top of the stage assembly away from and off of the dovetail base.
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Clean the dovetail and the slider using any common degreaser. Be sure to remove any debris such as connector caps that may have fallen into the slide.
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Using a medium grease, lightly spread the grease over the dovetail and pads of the slider.
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Re-fit the top half of the slide back on to its dovetail base and run it back and forth to further distribute the grease.
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Replace the end of the slide.
Lubricating the focus micrometer
Occasional lubrication of the focus micrometer will ensure accurate and repeatable results.
- Unscrew the focus knob and carefully remove the micrometer drum
- Clean the micrometer drum with de-greaser
- Lubricate the drum and threads with a light grease
- Carefully replace the micrometer drum by screwing it back into the housing
Determining actual magnification
The best method to calculate the exact “total” magnification used on the
DE2600 is to measure the cladding on the video display. Take the measurement
in millimeters and divide that amount by the 125 micron cladding. The result
is the “total” optical and video magnification being used.
For example: taking a set of calipers, we measured the diameter or the ferrule
viewed through DE2500 on a monitor to be approximately 53.49mm
Actual size on display/ cladding diameter in mm = total magnification
53.49mm / .125mm = 427.92X
LIMITED WARRANTY
Domaille Engineering, LLC (“Domaille”) products are warranted by Domaille to
be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of one-year
from the original purchase date. This warranty covers defects in materials or
workmanship only and does not include damage due to abuse, misuse, problems
with electrical power, problems with compressed air supply, servicing not
authorized by Domaille, failure to properly care for and maintain the
products, or normal wear and tear. In addition, use of parts, components, or
accessories not supplied or approved by Domaille will void this warranty.
Domaille’s sole liability arising from any use of its products and this
warranty is limited to repair or, at Domaille’s sole discretion, replacement
of defective products or defective component parts thereof. To request
warranty service, you must contact Domaille at 7100 Dresser Dr. N.E.,
Rochester, MN 55906, USA. If warranty service is required, Domaille will issue
a Return Material Authorization Number (RMA#). You must ship the products back
to Domaille in their original or equivalent packaging, pre-pay shipping
charges, and insure the shipment or accept the risk of loss or damage during
shipment. Along with your RMA # include your name, telephone number, return
address, proof of original purchase date, and a description of the claimed
defect. If the defect is covered by this limited warranty, Domaille will
repair or replace (at its option) the product or the defective component
part(s) and ship them freight prepaid to an address in the continental U.S.
Shipments to locations outside of the U.S. that are not the original shipped
to location will be made freight collect or will be shipped to the original
shipped to location, at the discretion of Domaille.
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Company Information:
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