BRESSER DST-0745 Microscope Instruction Manual
- June 6, 2024
- BRESSER
Table of Contents
- Imprint
- Validity note
- Intended use
- General safety instructions
- About this microscope
- Choice of location
- Parts overview and scope of delivery
- Mounting the camera
- Power supply
- Establishing the power supply (Battery operation, optional)
- Adjusting the lighting
- Adjusting the height of the head
- Adjusting the zoom
- Focusing the object
- Adjusting the friction
- Important notes
- Technical data
- EC declaration of conformity
- Disposal
- Warranty
- References
- Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
- Download This Manual (PDF format)
Microscope · Mikroskop ·
DST-0745
Instruction manual
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GARANTIE
WARRANTY
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Imprint
Bresser GmbH
Gutenbergstr. 2
46414 Rhede
Germany
www.bresser.de
For any warranty claims or service inquiries, please refer to the information
on “Warranty” and “Service” in this documentation. We apologize for any
inconvenience caused by the fact that we cannot process inquiries or
submissions sent directly to the manufacturer’s address.
Errors and technical changes excepted.
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Validity note
This documentation is valid for the products with the following article
numbers: 5808100
Manual version: 1021
Manual designation: Manual_5808100_DST-0745_en-de_BRESSER_v102021a
Always provide information when requesting service.
About this Instruction Manual
NOTICE
These operating instructions are to be considered a component of the
device.
Read the safety instructions and the operating manual carefully before using
this device.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. When the
device is sold or given to someone else, the instruction manual must be
provided to the new owner/user of the product.
Intended use
- This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with impaired physical, sensory or mental abilities, or for lack of experience and/or knowledge unless they are supervised by or have received instructions from a person responsible for their safety on how to use this device.
- This device is for personal use only.
- It was developed for a magnified representation of nature observations.
- The device is intended only for indoor use.
General safety instructions
DANGER
Risk of an electric shock!
This device contains electronic parts that are powered by a power source (AC
adapter and/or batteries). Improper use of this product may result in electric
shock. Electric shock can cause serious or fatal injuries. It is therefore
imperative that you observe the following safety information.
- Disconnect the power supply by pulling the mains plug when the appliance is not in use, in case of a longer interruption of operation, and before any maintenance and cleaning work.
- Place your device so that it can be disconnected from the power supply at any time. The power outlet should always be near your appliance and should be easily accessible, as the plug of the power cord serves as a disconnect device from the main supply.
- To disconnect the unit from the mains, always pull the mains plug and never pull the cable!
- Check this device, cables, and connections for damage before use.
- Never attempt to operate a damaged device or a device with damaged electrical parts! Damaged parts must be replaced immediately by an authorized service agent.
- Operate the device only in a completely dry environment and do not touch the device with wet or damp body parts.
DANGER
The danger of suffocation!
Improper use of this product may result in suffocation, especially for children. It is therefore imperative that you observe the following safety information.
- Keep packaging materials (plastic bags, rubber bands, etc.) away from children! There is a danger of choking!
- This product contains small parts that can be swallowed by children! Choking hazard!
- If small parts are swallowed, consult a doctor immediately!
DANGER
Explosion hazard!
Improper use of this product may result in fire. It is essential that you
observe the following safety information in order to avoid fires.
- Do not expose the device to high temperatures. Use only the supplied AC adapter. Do not short circuit the device or batteries or dispose of them in fire! Excessive heat and improper handling can cause short circuits, fires, and even explosions!
CAUTION
Risk of body injury!
This device contains components and/or accessories that can cause minor or
serious bodily injury if used improperly. It is therefore essential that you
observe the following safety information in order to prevent body injuries.
- Sharp-edged and pointed tools are often used for working with this device. Therefore, keep this device and all accessories and tools in a place inaccessible to children. The danger of bodily injury!
- Chemicals and liquids do not belong in children’s hands! Don’t drink! Clean hands thoroughly under running water after use. In case of accidental contact with eyes or mouth, rinse with water. n case of complaints, consult a doctor immediately and show the substances.
CAUTION
Fire hazard!
Improper use of this product may result in fire. It is essential that you
observe the following safety information in order to avoid fires.
• Never cover the ventilation slots or cooling fins of the device during
operation or until it has cooled down completely!
NOTICE
The danger of material damage!
Improper handling may result in damage to the unit and/or accessories.
Therefore, use the device only in accordance with the following safety
information.
- Do not disassemble the device! In the event of a defect, please contact your dealer. They will contact the Service Center and can arrange the return of this device for repair if necessary.
- Do not expose the device to high temperatures and protect it from water and high humidity.
- Do not subject the device to excessive vibrations.
- Only use accessories and spare parts for this device that comply with the technical specifications.
About this microscope
This microscope is not suitable for visual observation as it is only an
objective.
It is designed for camera sensors of about 1/2″. Smaller sensors can be used
without any problems. With larger sensors there is some shading, which becomes
somewhat less at higher magnifications.
Choice of location
Choose a suitable location before installation and commissioning.
Place the device on a stable, level and vibration-free surface.
Parts overview and scope of delivery
Illustration 1: All parts of the microscope
1 Camera connection (c-mount) | 2 Microscope head |
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3 Coarse focus | 4 Friction adjustment (bore) |
5 Fine focus | 6 Locking screw (microscope head) |
7 Flexible arm (incident light) | 8 Locking screw (counter ring) |
9 Counter ring | 10 DC connection socket (voltage) |
11 Function lights (incident light brightness) | 12 “Inc” button (incident |
light illumination)
13 Function lights (transmitted light brightness)| 14 “Tra” button
(transmitted light illumination)
15 Battery compartment (bottom side)| 16 Function light (voltage)
17 Object clamps| 18 Transmitted light illumination (below 18)
19 Fixation screw (object plate)| 20 Object plate*
21 Incident lighting| 22 Objective
23 Magnification indicator (objective)| 24 Zoom ring
25 Fixation screw (optics)| 26 Fixation screw (camera connection)
27 Mains plug| 28 DC barrel connector
29 Hook wrench|
Scope of delivery:
Microscope (A), AC adapter (B), object plate (black/white)(C), object plate
(semitransparent)(D), hook wrench (E), dust cover *depending on the object and
the type of observation the object plate can be exchanged
Mounting the camera
This microscope is designed for use with a c-mount camera.
To mount an appropriate camera, proceed as follows:
- Screw the camera onto the thread of the camera connection.
- Loosen the fixing screw (optics) to individually rotate the camera including the microscope optics in the microscope head.
Power supply
S1 Connection socket for DC barrel connector | S2 DC barrel connector |
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S3 Mains plug |
- Insert the DC barrel connector of the mains adapter into the DC connection socket of the device.
- Insert the mains plug of the mains adapter into the socket.
The function light for the power supply is on. The device is ready for use.
Establishing the power supply (Battery operation, optional)
- Remove the battery compartment cover.
- Insert the batteries into the battery compartment. Ensure that the battery polarity (+/-) is correct.
- Replace the battery compartment cover.
Adjusting the lighting
The microscope offers three different lighting options (incident light,
transmitted light and incident and transmitted light together) and 5
brightness levels can be set for each one.
NOTICE! For incident light observations, use the black and white object
plate provided. For transmitted light observations, use the supplied
transparent object plate.
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Establish a power supply for the microscope.
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Set the desired lighting type by pressing the illumination buttons “Inc” (incident light) and/or “Tra” (transmitted light).
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Adjust the brightness of the illumination by pressing the respective illumination button several times. The brightness function lights indicate the brightness level (1 = lowest level, 5 = highest level, 0 = lighting off) for the respective lighting type.
NOTICE! The setting for the brightness level is retained even after the power supply is disconnected. -
Bend the flexible arms of the incident light illuminator so that optimum illumination for the observation object is
provided.
Adjusting the height of the head
Depending on the object size, it may be necessary to adjust the height of the microscope head. To do so, proceed as follows:
- Loosen the lock ring and slide it down completely.
- Hold the microscope head and loosen its locking screw.
- Adjust the height of the head individually and tighten the locking screw.
- Push the counter ring upwards under the microscope head and screw it tight.
NOTICE! The counter ring must always be fixed exactly below the microscope head.
Adjusting the zoom
The microscope optics have a zoom range from 0.7x to 4.5x. The zoom range can
be changed by turning the zoom ring.
NOTICE! When changing the zoom range, the focus may also need to be
adjusted. (see also “Focusing the object”)
Focusing the object
The microscope has coarse and fine focusing. These can be used for object focusing as described below.
- Make the desired zoom setting.
- Focus on the observation object using coarse focusing.
- If necessary, adjust the object sharpness individually by fine focusing, especially when changing the zoom setting and/or the height of the microscope head.
Adjusting the friction
F1 Focus wheel | F2 Bore |
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The friction for focusing can be adjusted individually as follows:
- Loosen the clamping screw for the counter ring and move the counter ring down completely.
- Hold the microscope head with one hand and loosen the locking screw.
- Continue to hold the microscope head. Insert the hook wrench into the bore on the drive shaft. By turning the wrench, the friction adjustment can be either tightened or loosened.
- Check the friction setting by turning the focus wheel.
WARNING! If the friction setting is too loose, the microscope head may move
downward by itself. The microscope optics and/or other attached components can
thus be damaged due to a shock!
NOTICE! The tighter the friction setting, the more stiffly is the focus
wheel.
Important notes
Magnification: The magnification indicated on the objective is based on the
magnification of visual microscopes. However, the camera magnification depends
on the display size on a monitor and must be calculated individually if
desired.
Measurements: If measurements are made with the microscope, make sure that
always the same values are set. The magnification markings help with this. The
object height does not matter, since the working distance does not change at
the corresponding magnification.
Technical data
Camera connection: c-mount
Objective zoom: 0.7x to 4.5x
Maximum object height: approx. 40 mm (depending on magnification)
Power supply: 12V/2A (via DC power adapter)
EC declaration of conformity
| A “Declaration of conformity” in accordance with the applicable directives
and corresponding standards has been prepared by Bresser GmbH. The full text
of the EC declaration of conformity is available at the following Internet
address:
www.bresser.de/download/5808100/CE/5808100_CE.pdf
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Disposal
| Dispose of the packaging materials properly, according to their type, such
as paper or cardboard. Contact your local waste disposal service or
environmental authority for information on the proper disposal.
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| Do not dispose of electronic devices in the household garbage!
According to the European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment and its transposition into national law, used electrical
equipment must be collected separately and recycled in an environmentally
sound manner.
Warranty
The regular warranty period is 5 years and starts on the day of purchase. For full warranty terms and services, please visit www.bresser.de/warrantyterms.
Please contact the service center first for any questions regarding the
product or claims, preferably by e-mail.
e-mail: service@bresseruk.com
Telephone*: +44 1342 837 098
BRESSER UK Ltd
Customer Support Suite 3G, Eden House Enterprise Way Edenbridge, Kent TN8 6HF
United Kingdom
- Number charged at local rates in the UK (the amount you will be charged per phone call will depend on the tariff of your phone provider); calls from abroad will involve higher costs.
Bresser GmbH
46414 Rhede · Germany
www.bresser.de
@BresserEurope
References
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