TOOLCRAFT 1713197 Digital Microscope Camera 2.0 Scale Instruction Manual

TOOLCRAFT 1713197 Digital Microscope Camera 2.0 Scale

Introduction

Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing this product. This product complies with the statutory national and European requirements. To maintain this status and to ensure safe operation, you as the user must observe these operating instructions! Ji\ These handling. operating Also consider instructions this if are you part pass of on this the product. product to They any contains the third party. important, Therefore, notes on retaining these commissioning operating and  instructions for reference! If there are any technical questions, please contact: www.conrad.com/contact

Explanation of Symbols

• The symbol with the exclamation mark in the triangle is used to indicate important information in these operating instructions. Always read this information carefully.
• The arrow symbol indicates special information and advice on operation.

Intended Use

The product outputs a magnified image to your computer via USB 2.0 connection and is suitable for examining solid objects such as coins, stamps, rocks, insects, plants, textiles, circuit boards, etc. Dimmable built-in LED lights provide brightness, and the bundled software allow the user to calibrate the microscope, edit and measure saved images.
It is intended for indoor use only. Do not use it outdoors. Contact with moisture, e.g. in bathrooms, must be avoided under all circumstances. For safety and approval purposes, you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use the product for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In addition, improper use can result in other hazards. Read the instructions carefully and store them in a safe place. Make this product available to third parties only together with its operating instructions. All company names and product names are trademarks of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Delivery Content

• Main unit with USB cable
• Base
• Calibration ruler
• Operating instructions

Up-to-Date Operating Instructions
Download the latest operating instructions at www.conrad.com/downloads or scan the QR code shown. Follow the instructions on the website.

Features and Functions

• 20x – 200x variable magnification
• Camera: 2.0 megapixels (optical)
• Focus range O – 150 mm
• Video 30 fps frame rate
• Adjustable LED brightness
• Windows®, Mac OS compatible
• Software: MicroCapture Plus (Calibrate microscope, measure images)

System Requirements

• OS: Windows® 7/8/10, Mac OS 10.12 (or above)
• CPU: Pentium 300 or compatible AMO Processor
• 100 MB free hard disc space
• 512 MB RAM
• 24-bit video card
• Available USB 2.0 port

Safety Instructions

Read the important information and operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information. If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property. Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.

General

• The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. This may become dangerous playing material for children.
• Protect the device from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture, flammable gases, steam and solvents.
• Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
• If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it from any accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
  • s visibly damaged,
  • is no longer working properly,
  • has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
  • has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
• Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage the product.
• Also observe the safety and operating instruc11ions of any other devices which are connected to the product.
• Consult an expert when in doubt about the operation, safety or connection of the device.
• Maintenance, modifications and repairs must only be completed by a technician or an authorised repair centre.
• If you have questions which remain unanswered by the operating instructions, contact our technical support service or other technical personnel.
• Attention, LED light:
  • Do not look directly into the LED light!
  • Do not look into the beam directly or with optical instruments!
• In schools, training facilities, hobby or self-service workshops, handling of electrical devices must be monitored by trained personnel.
• When operating on commercial premises, thei relevant accident prevention regulations of workers’ compensation boards for electrical equipment must be observed.

Microscope

• Do not examine objects with temperatures outside the given operating temperature range of the product.
• Sudden temperature change may form deiw inside the Microscope like entering a warm room in cold winter. Put it inside a handbag or plastic bag to slow down temperature changes.
• Do not point Microscope lens to the sun or strong light for a long time. Powerful light may damage the light-sensitive electronics.
• The base of the microscope may leave marks on sensitive surfaces.

Cable

• When setting up the product, make sure that the cable is not pinched, kinked or damaged by sharp edges.
• Always lay the cables so that nobody can trip over or become entangled in them. This poses a risk of injury.

d) Protection Against Dust

• Dust and debris from the air can lead to deterioration of image quality. Keep the Microscope away from dusty environments.
• Put the lens cap back on when the microscope is not being used.
• The opening of the camera lens should always be protected either with dust covers such. Suitable options include aluminium foil or plastic bags.
• If dark specks or similar in-focus artifacts are observed in digital images, and they are not in the specimen plane, their most likely cause is particulate contamination on the image sensor or an associated filter surface. The cameras always need to be handled with the utmost care and protected from dirt according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Before every critical use, check the front lens of the objective for dirt.

Operating Elements

• USB Cable
•  Microscope holder A3 USB type-A plug
• LED brightness adjust
• Focus adjust dial
• LED lights / Camera Lens
• Stand locking screw
• Stand

Download and install software

Windows®

1. Visit:www.conrad.com/downloads .
2. Enter item number 1713197.
3.  Select the file for download.
4. Select the MicroCapture Plus file.
5.  Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
6. Run the software by clicking the MicroCapture Plus icon generated on the desktop after installation. —-+) If needed change the display language e.g. Optiions >Language> English.

Mac OS

1. Visit:www.conrad.com/downloads .
2. Enter item number 1713197.
3. Select the file for download.
4. Select the file MicroCapture Plus.pkg file.
5. Follow the on screen instructions to complete the installation process.
6. Run the software by clicking the MicroCapture Plus icon generated on the desktop after installation. _ ___,.) If needed change the display language e.g. Options> Language> English.

Setting Up the Microscope

• Do not cover the microscope when it is in use.

Mount the Microscope

• Remove the lens cap.
• Mount the camera on the included stand (A9) making sure the camera is securely clipped (A2) into place.
  • To protect the lens, put the lens cap back oin when the microscope is not being used.
  • The base of the stand may leave marks on sensitive surfaces. Make sure the stand locking screw is sufficiently tightened and the microscope is held firmly in place before letting go.

Connect Microscope to Computer

• Connect the Microscope USB type-A plug (A3) to an available USB 2.0 port on your computer.
• Run the software by clicking the MicroCapture Plus icon generated on the desktop after installation.

Focus the Microscope

• Attach the microscope to the holder (A2), making sure it is securely “clipped” in before letting go.
• Release the stand locking screw (A8), adjust the stand position so the camera lens is facing the object, then tighten the stand locking screw (A8).
• Rotate the focus adjust dial (AG) to bring the image into sharp focus.
  • It may take a few moments for the white balance to auto adjust and bring the image into focus. If there is too much reflection from the object, consider lowering the LED brightness (A4) or turning it off completely.

MicroCapture Plus Software

Overview

B1 Menu items

• File> Photos or Videos Folder: Where captured images are stored on your computer.
• Options > Resolution: Change image capture resolution.
• Options > Date /Time: Show/hide the recorded date and time in photo or video.
• Options > Language: Change user interface language.
• Options > XY Guide: Show/hide guidelines.

B2 Shortcuts: Camera/ Video/ Timer I Full Screen.

• Enter/ exit full screen mode by double-clicking the preview area or selecting the full screen icon. B3 X and Y axis guidelines.
• B4 Image preview area.
• B5 Magnification information.
• B6 Photo/ Video tab: Select a tab to view saved Photos or Videos.
• B7 Saved images window (thumbnail view).
  • Captured images / videos show up as thumbnails.
  • If you hover the mouse over a thumbnail, the image will show in the preview window.
  • Right mouse click an image for further options such as Open, Save as, Copy, Delete, Delete All.

Take Photo

• Adjust the microscope stand (A9) so that the camera lens (A7) is close to and pointing at the object.
• While observing the image preview area (B4), bring the image into focus using the focus adjust dial (A6).
• To capture the image select the Camera shortcut .
• Photos will be stored in File > Photos Folder.
  • Captured images show as thumbnails in the saved images window (B7). If you hover the mouse over a thumbnail, the image will show in the preview window. Images are stored in the JPG format.

Record Videos

• Adjust the microscope stand (A9) so that the camera lens (A7) is close to and pointing at the object.
• While observing the image preview area (B4), bring the image into focus using the focus adjust dial (A6).
• To start recording select the Video shortcut I icon. The icon will flash to indicate recording has started.
• Click on the flashing icon to stop recording.
• Videos will be stored in File > Videos Folder.
  • Captured videos show as thumbnails in the saved images window (B7). If you hover the mouse over a thumbnail, the image will show in the preview window. Videos are stored in the AVI format.

Photo and Video Timer

• You can set a custom start and stop timer for capturing photos or recording video.
• Select the Timer shortcut   then choose Photo or Video.
• Set your desired parameters.
• Select Start, to beigin recording.
  • Recording will stop after the program has run through the parameters, or if you select Stop to end the timer.

Image Measuring Tools

• For measuring tools to be accurate, first calibrate your microscope. See section “12. Calibrating Microscope” for information about how to do this.
  • Double-click an image in the saved images window (B7) to enter the measurement interface, then select the measure ” icon.
• Any Angle Line Measurement. Click and drag from one point to another.
• Continuous Line Measurement. Click and drag from one point to multiple points.
• Radius Circle Measurement. Click and drag to extend the radius.
• Diameter Circle Measurement. Click and drag to extend the diameter.
• Three Points Anglle Measurement. Click and drag from one point to another, measure the angle, then click the mouse to release

Draw and Text
Double-click an image in the saved images window (B7) to enter the Image Markup/ Comment interface then select the draw  icon.

• A dropdown menu will show with various options.
• Line Properties include Line Width and Line Color.
• To adjust text properties, select the text icon.
• A dropdown menu will show with various options such as font selection and text color.

Calibrating the Microscope

• Focus the microscope on the calibration ruler.
• Rotate the fine focus dial (A6) until the picture becomes sharp.
• Adjust the microscope position so the image is lined up square with the XY guides.
  • Double-click an image in the saved images window (B7) to enter the measurement interface, then select the calibration ei icon.

Click and drag to select start and end points across a known value e.g. 1 mm increment along the ruler.

• when the dialog box shows, enter the exact value of the measurement sample in the Actual dimension field. The software will calibrate the magnification.
• Select OK to confirm. The adjusted magnification value will show in the upper right corner.

Care and Cleaning

• Disconnect the product from your computer before each cleaning. If it is hot, wait for it to cool down.
• Do not use any aggressive cleaning agents, rubbing alcohol or other chemical solutions as they can cause damage to the housing and malfunction.
• The LED lights are not replaceable.
• Avoid touching the lens with any substance. Clean the lens periodically with low-pressure compressed air.
• Clean the product with a dry, fiber-free cloth.

Disposal

Electronic devices are recyclable and must not b,e disposed of in the household waste. At the end of its service life, dispose of the product in accordance with applicable regulatory guidelines. You thus fulfill your statutory obligations and contribute to the protection of the environment.

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