Levenhuk DTX 30 Digital Microscope User Manual

: June 5, 2024
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Table of Contents

Levenhuk DTX 30 Digital Microscope
Digital Microscope
Using the microscope
Calibration and measurements
Working with the application for Mac OS users
Care and maintenance
Battery safety instructions
Specifications
Levenhuk International Lifetime Warranty
References
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Levenhuk DTX 30 Digital Microscope

Levenhuk DTX 30 Digital Microscope-
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Digital Microscope

Levenhuk DTX 30 Digital
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The kit includes a microscope, Levenhuk DTX installation CD, calibration scale, user guide.

Using the microscope

Remove the protective cap from the objective lens. Use the focus wheel to focus your view. If you wish to adjust brightness of the LED illumination, you can use the illumination brightness adjustment ring at the top of the microscope body.
Make sure the microscope is connected to your PC before proceeding with the setup. Insert the installation CD into your CD drive. The Main Menu window will be displayed. Click the MicroCapture software to install the software and follow the instruction on screen. Keep in mind that a system restart will be required during installation. The installation CD contains a copy of this User Guide, which you can read by clicking the corresponding entry in the Main Menu.
Never, under any circumstances, look directly at the Sun, another bright source of light or at a laser through this device, as this may cause PERMANENT RETINAL DAMAGE
and may lead to BLINDNESS.

Image resolution
From the Options menu, select Preview Size to set the required image resolution.
Rotating the image
From the Options menu, select Rotate and choose to rotate created images 90° clockwise or counterclockwise.
Date and time
From the Options menu, select Date/Time to display or hide the date and time of capture during preview.
Language
From the Options menu, select Language to change the language of the user interface.
Full screen mode
There are three ways to enter full screen mode:
- Double-click an image in the main window;
- Click the Full-screen mode icon on the toolbar;
- From the Options menu, select Fullscreen mode.
- To exit full-screen mode, click the corresponding icon on the toolbar.
Skins
From the Options menu, select Skin to change the user interface appearance.
Settings
From the Options menu, select Preferences to set various preferences for MicroCapture application, including brightness, contrast and saturation of images, white balance, etc.
Capturing an image
Click the corresponding icon on the toolbar or select Photo from the Capture menu, or press F11, on your keyboard, or press the Shutter button. A thumbnail of the captured image will appear on the right side of the main window.
Recording a video
Click the corresponding icon on the toolbar or select Video from the Capture menu.
The camcorder icon on the toolbar will change once you start recording. To stop recording you can either click the corresponding icon on the toolbar again or select Stop capturing from the Capture menu.
Note: recommended video resolution is 640×480.
Preview
Left-click the thumbnail of the image you wish to edit and it will open in the main window of the application. The image resolution will be displayed in the bottom left corner of the screen. Double-clicking a thumbnail will open the image in a separate window.
Saving images
To save an image, right-click the thumbnail of the desired image and select Save from the drop-down menu.Images may be saved in .jpeg and .bmp formats. When saving images in .jpeg format, clicking Advanced allows you to view and edit additional options.
Deleting images
To delete an image, right-click the thumbnail of the desired image and select Delete from the drop-down menu.When viewing images in a separate window, you can click the corresponding icon on the toolbar to delete the image.
Copying images
To copy an image, right-click the thumbnail of the desired image and select Copy from the drop-down menu.

Calibration and measurements

Place a ruler on the stage, focus your view and aimage. Take note of the current magnification by looking at the calibration scale on the microscope body. Double-click the image thumbnail to open it in a separate window. Enter the magnification value into the corresponding field in the upper right corner of the preview window. Upon calibrating the microscope, you will be able to measure various parameters of observed specimens. All the buttons on the toolbar of the preview window are described below.

Line
Press and hold the left mouse button to start drawing a line. Release the left mouse button to complete the line.
Free-form line
Press and hold the left mouse button and draw a line. Release the left mouse button to complete the segment. You can continue adding more segments to the free-form line.
Radius
Draw a straight line on the image. The application will automatically calculate the radius, as well as the circumference and area of the corresponding circle.
Diameter
Draw a straight line on the image. The application will automatically calculate the diameter, as well as the circumference and area of the corresponding circle.
Angle
Press and hold the left mouse button to draw a line on the image. Release the left mouse button and draw another line. The application will automatically calculate the value of the resulting angle.
Measurement units
From the drop-down menu on the toolbar you can select measurement units for calculations (pixels, inches, kilometers, meters, centimeters, millimeters, microns).

Note:

Magnification range of Levenhuk DTX 50 is 20–400x, and 20–230x for Levenhuk DTX 30. Do not use magnification values that exceed this range.
The application calculates values based on the magnification you have entered.
The results may not be precise.

Working with the application for Mac OS users

Installing software
Browse to the mac folder on the installation CD and copy MicroCapture file to the desktop.
Operating the microscope
Use a USB cable to connect the microscope to your computer. Run the MicroCapture application by double-clicking its icon.
Observing specimens
A magnified image of the observed specimen may be seen in the main window of the application.
Image resolution
From the Options menu, select Preview Size to set the image resolution. Keep in mind that the preview window cannot be resized (standard resolution is 640×480). The image resolution is shown in the bottom left corner of the preview window.
Date and time
From the Options menu, select Date/Time to display or hide the date and time of capture during preview.
Capturing an image
Click the corresponding icon on the toolbar or select Photo from the Capture menu to capture an image. An image thumbnail will appear on the right side of the main window.
Recording a video
Click the corresponding icon on the toolbar or select Video from the Capture menu to start recording a video.
Note: during recording, the camcorder icon on the toolbar will turn red. Click the icon again to stop recording.
Editing images and videos
Image and video thumbnails are displayed on the right side of the main window of the application. Double-click an image thumbnail to open it in a separate preview window. Editing images with MicroCapture application is similar to working with other applications in Mac OS.

Care and maintenance

Never, under any circumstances, look directly at the Sun, another bright source of light or at a laser through this device, as this may cause PERMANENT RETINAL DAMAGE and may lead to BLINDNESS. Take necessary precautions when using the device with children or others who have not read or who do not fully understand these instructions. After unpacking your microscope and before using it for the first time check for integrity and durability of every component and connection. Do not try to disassemble the device on your own for any reason. For repairs and cleaning of any kind, please contact your local specialized service center. Protect the device from sudden impact and excessive mechanical force. Do not apply excessive pressure when adjusting focus. Do not overtighten the locking screws. Do not touch the optical surfaces with your fingers. To clean the device exterior, use only special cleaning wipes and special optics cleaning tools from Levenhuk. Do not use any corrosive or acetone-based fluids to clean the optics. Abrasive particles, such as sand, should not be wiped off lenses, but instead blown off or brushed away with a soft brush. Do not use the device for lengthy periods of time, or leave it unattended in direct sunlight. Keep the device away from water and high humidity. Be careful during your observations, always replace the dust cover after you are finished with observations to protect the device from dust and stains. If you are not using your microscope for extended periods of time, store the objective lenses and eyepieces separately from the microscope. Store the device in a dry, cool place away from hazardous acids and other chemicals, away from heaters, open fire and other sources of high temperatures. When using the microscope, try not to use it near flammable materials or substances (benzene, paper, cardboard, plastic, etc.), as the base may heat up during use, and might become a fire hazard. Always unplug the microscope from a power source before opening the base or changing the illumination lamp. Regardless of the lamp type (halogen or incandescent), give it some time to cool down before trying to change it, and always change it to a lamp of the same type. Always use the power supply with the proper voltage, i.e. indicated in the specifications of your new microscope. Plugging the instrument into a different power outlet may damage the electric circuitry of the microscope, burn out the lamp, or even cause a short circuit. Children should use the device under adult supervision only. Seek medical advice immediately if a small part or a battery is swallowed.

Battery safety instructions

Always purchase the correct size and grade of battery most suitable for the intended use. Always replace the whole set of batteries at one time; taking care not to mix old and new ones, or batteries of different types. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the device prior to battery installation. Make sure the batteries are installed correctly with regard to polarity (+ and –). Remove batteries from equipment that is not to be used for an extended period of time. Remove used batteries promptly. Never short-circuit batteries as this may lead to high temperatures, leakage, or explosion. Never heat batteries in order to revive them. Do not disassemble batteries. Remember to switch off devices after use. Keep batteries out of the reach of children, to avoid risk of ingestion, suffocation, or poisoning. Utilize used batteries as prescribed by your country’s laws.

Specifications

Optics material;glass
Image sensor;1.3Mpx (DTX 50), 2Mpx (DTX 30)
Magnification; 20–400x (DTX 50), 20–230х (DTX 30)
Available image/video resolutions; 1600×1200, 1280×720, 640×480
Photo/video format;.jpeg or .bmp/*.avi
Focusing;manual, 0–150mm focusing range
Illumination;8-LED system with variable brightness
Power source;USB 2.0 cable
Frame rate;30fps
Software languages; English, German, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Polish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese

The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the product range and specifications
without prior notice.
System requirements
Operating system: Windows 7/8/10, Mac 10.6~10.10 (DTX 50), Mac 10.6~10.15 (DTX 30) CPU: at least P4 1.8GHz, RAM: 512Mb, video card: 64Mb, interface: USB 2.0, CD drive

Levenhuk International Lifetime Warranty

All Levenhuk telescopes, microscopes, binoculars, and other optical products, except for their accessories, carry a lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. A lifetime warranty is a guarantee on the lifetime of the product on the market. All Levenhuk accessories are warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for six months from the purchase date. The warranty entitles you to the free repair or replacement of the Levenhuk product in any country where a Levenhuk office is located if all the warranty conditions are met. For further details, please visit: www.levenhuk.com/warranty If warranty problems arise, or if you need assistance in using your product, contact the local Levenhuk branch.