LeicaM50
Leica M60
Leica M80
User Manual
General Instructions
Safety concept
Before using your microscope for the first time,
please read the "Safety concept" brochure
included with your instrument. It contains additional information about handling and care.
Use in clean rooms
The Leica M series can be used in clean rooms
without any problems.
Cleaning
★ Do not use any unsuitable cleaning agents,
chemicals or techniques for cleaning.
★ Never use chemicals to clean colored
surfaces or accessories with rubberized
parts. This may damage surfaces and
abraded particles may contaminate preparations.
★ In most cases, we can provide special solu-
tions on request. Some products can be
modified, and we can offer other accessories for use in clean rooms.
Servicing
★ Repairs may only be carried out by Leica
Microsystems-trained service technicians.
Only original Leica Microsystems spare
parts may be used.
Responsibilities of person in charge of
instrument
★ Ensure that the Leica stereomicroscope
is operated, maintained and repaired by
authorized and trained personnel only.
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Important Safety Notes
User Manual
The individual modules of the Leica M stereomicroscopy series include an interactive
CD-ROM with all relevant user manuals in
20other languages. Keep it in a safe place, and
readily accessible to the user. User manuals and
updates are also available for you to download
and print from our web site at www.stereomicroscopy.com.
This operating manual describes the special
functions of the individual modules of the Leica
M stereomicroscopy series and contains important instructions for their operational safety,
maintenance, and accessories.
The "Safety concept" booklet contains additional
safety information regarding the service work,
requirements and the handling of the stereomicroscope, accessories and electrical accessories
as well as general safety instructions.
You can combine individual system articles
with articles from external suppliers (e.g. cold
light sources, etc.). Please read the user manual
and the safety requirements of the supplier.
Before installing, operating or using the instruments, read the user manuals listed above. In
particular, please observe all safety regulations.
To maintain the unit in its original condition
and to ensure safe operation, the user must
follow the instructions and warnings contained
in these user manuals.
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Symbols Used
Warning of a danger
This symbol indicates especially important information that must be read and
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complied with.
Failure to comply can cause the following:
★ Hazards to personnel
★ Functional disturbances or damaged
instruments
Warning of hazardous electrical voltage
This symbol indicates especially important information that is mandatory to
read and observe.
Failure to comply can cause the following:
★ Hazards to personnel
★ Functional disturbances or damaged
instruments
Danger due to hot surface.
This symbol warns against touching hot
surfaces, e.g. those of light bulbs.
Important information
This symbol indicates additional information or explanations that are intended to
provide clarity.
Explanatory notes
★ This symbol within the text stands for addi-
tional information and explanations.
Figures
(1) Numbers in parentheses within the
descriptions relate to the figures and the
items within those figures.
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Safety Regulations
Description
★ The individual modules fulfill the highest
requirements for observation and documentation of Leica stereomicroscopes of
the M series.
Designated use
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
Non-intended use
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
Never use M series microscopes or their components for surgical procedures (e.g. on the eye)
unless they are specifically intended for that
purpose.
The instruments and accessories described in
this operating manual have been tested for
safety and potential hazards. The responsible
Leica affiliate must be consulted whenever
the instrument is altered, modified or used in
conjunction with non-Leica components that
are outside of the scope of this manual.
Unauthorized alterations to the instrument or
noncompliant use shall void all rights to any
warranty claims!
Place of use
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
★ Set up the electrical components at least
10cm from walls and combustible objects.
★ Avoid large temperature fluctuations,
direct sunlight and vibrations. These conditions can distort measurements and micrographic images.
★ In warm and warm-damp climatic zones,
the individual components require special
care in order to prevent the buildup of
fungus.
Responsibilities of person in charge of
instrument
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
Ensure that:
★ The M series stereomicroscopes and
accessories are operated, maintained and
repaired by authorized and trained personnel only.
★ All operators have read, understood and
observe this User Manual, and particularly
the safety regulations.
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Safety Regulations (cont'd.)
Repairs, service work
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
★ Only original Leica Microsystems spare
parts may be used.
★ Before opening the instruments, switch off
the power and unplug the power cable.
★ Touching the live circuit can cause injury.
Transport
★ Use the original packaging for shipping or
transporting the individual modules of the
Leica M stereomicroscopy series and the
accessory components.
★ In order to prevent damage from vibrations,
disassemble all moving parts that (according to the user manual) can be assembled
and disassembled by the customer and
pack them separately.
Installation in third-party products
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
Disposal
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
Legal requirements
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
EC Declaration of Conformity
★ Refer to "Safety Concept" booklet
Health risks
Workplaces equipped with stereomicroscopes
facilitate and improve the viewing task, but
they also impose high demands on the eyes
and holding muscles of the user. Depending
on the duration of uninterrupted work, asthenopia and musculoskeletal problems may
occur. For this reason, appropriate measures
for reduction of the workload must be taken:
optimal arrangement of workplace, work
assignments and work flow (changing tasks
frequently), thorough training of the personnel,
giving consideration to ergonomic and organizational aspects.
The ergonomic design and construction of the
Leica M stereomicroscopy series are intended to
reduce the exertion of the user to a minimum.
Direct contact with eyepieces can be a potential
transmission path for bacterial and viral infections of the eye.
The risk can be kept to a minimum by using
personal eyepieces for each individual or
detachable eyecups.
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Safety Regulations (cont'd.)
Light sources: safety regulations
Protective measures of the manufacturer:
★ UV protection screen in front of the speci-
men plane prevents the user from looking
directly into the UV rays.
★ Dummy filter carriers in the free positions
of the rapid filter changer prevent direct UV
radiation from reaching the eyes.
★ UV filters are installed in the observation
beam paths to protect the eyes.
★ The stray-light protection on the lamp
housing prevents irradiation of the hands.
Warning
★ UV radiation could damage the eyes.
Therefore:
★ Never look into the light spot on the speci-
men plane without a UV protection screen.
★ Never look into the eyepieces if no excita-
tion filter is in the beam path.
★ Fill empty filter positions with dummy filter
carriers (e.g. M165 FC).
★ Do not select a white, strongly reflective
background for the specimen.
Supply unit
Always unplug the supply unit from the power
supply:
★ When installing and disassembling the
lamp housing
★ Before opening the lamp housing
★ When replacing the high-pressure mercury
lamp and other parts, such as the heatabsorbing filter or the collector
★ During maintenance work on the supply
unit
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Safety Regulations (cont'd.)
Lamp housing
★ Never open the lamp housing while the
lamp is switched on. Risk of explosion, UV
exposure, blinding!
★ Before opening the lamp housing, allow it
to cool off for at least 15 minutes. Danger
of explosion!
★ Never cover the air duct on the lamp hous-
ing. Danger of fire!
Mercury lamp
★ Follow the user manual and safety regula-
tions provided by the lamp manufacturer,
and, in particular, the section on how to
proceed if a lamp breaks and releases
mercury.
★ For transport, remove the mercury lamp,
transport it in its original packaging and
protect moving parts in the lamp housing
using the transport anchors.
★ When it has reached the end of its rated life
(follow the manufacturer's specifications
and the minute meter on the supply unit).
★ To minimize the risk of explosion, replace a
discolored mercury lamp promptly.
★ Leica Microsystems assumes no liability
for damage caused by exploding, incorrectly installed or improperly used mercury
lamps.
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Table of Contents
Inhaltsverzeichnis
General Instructions 2
Important Safety Notes 3
Symbols Used 4
Safety Regulations 5
Safety Regulations (cont'd.) 6
Safety Regulations (cont'd.) 7
Safety Regulations (cont'd.) 8
The Leica
M series
Congratulations! 12
The Modular Design: Everything is Relative 13
Maximum Compatibility 14
On We Go 15
Assembly
Base and Focusing Column 17
Microscope Carrier 18
Optics Carrier 19
Tube 20
Eyepieces 21
Objective 22
Leica LED5000 CXI (Coax Illumination) 23
Leica LED5000 CXI (cont'd.) 24
Leica LED3000 NVI™ (Near Vertical Illumination) 25
Leica LED3000 NVI™ (cont'd.) 26
Quick Start Guide
The Reliable Route to Success 28
Overview of an M Series Microscope 29
The Correct Interpupillary Distance 30
Using the Eyepieces 31
Focusing 32
Adjusting the Resistance of the Focus Drive 33
Changing the Magnification (Zoom) 34
Ratchet Steps and Magnification Levels 35
Eyepieces & Tubes
Magnification Factor of the Eyepieces 37
Health Notes 38
Dioptric Correction 39
Dioptric Correction and Parfocality 40
Graticules 41
ErgoTube 10° to 50° 42
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Photography & Video
Photography & Video 44
Photo Tubes and C-mounts 45
Video/Phototubes HD F & HD V 46
Objectives and
Optical Accessories
The Different Types of Objectives 48
System Illumination
Leica LED3000 NVI™ (Near Vertical Illumination) 50
Leica LED5000 CXI (Coax Illumination) 51
Dimensional Drawings
LeicaM50 53
LeicaM50 54
LeicaM50 55
Leica M60 56
Leica M80 57
Leica M80 58
Leica M80 59
Leica M80 60
Leica M80 61
Appendix
Calculating the Total Magnification and Field of View Diameter 63
Care, Maintenance, Contact Persons 64
Care, Maintenance, Contact Persons (cont'd.) 65
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The Leica
M series
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Congratulations!
The New Leica M Series
The introduction of the LeicaM50, M60 and M80 adds three new highquality routine stereomicroscopes to the proven M-Series range from
Leica Microsystems. The optical brilliance and the wide range of accessories make them the ideal microscope for quality assurance and similar
industrial applications.
Magnification in stages or zoom
The LeicaM50 stereomicroscope includes precisely reproducible magnification levels for repeated examinations, measurements, drawing or
photography of objects under absolutely identical conditions. The five
easily selectable positions can be set without removing the eyes from the
eyepieces. This ensures that your results remain comparable at all times
without great efforts.
The Leica M60 and M80 stereomicroscopes can be used for a wide range of
routine applications with the 6:1 / 8:1 zoom and switchable ratchet steps.
The large working distance and the brilliant imaging power shows you
the finest details of your specimens without losing your overview of large
workpieces.
Common to all microscopes is the Leica range of accessories. Whether you
need a variety of illumination types, a wide selection of objectives or the
Leica swinging-arm system – there is a solution for everything there!
Do you already own stereomicroscopic equipment and are thinking of
switching to Leica? No problem! LeicaM50, M60 and M80 fit into microscope carrier with a diameter of 76mm and are therefore compatible with
many suppliers. You can simply continue to use your components and add
the proven Leica stereomicroscopes.
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The Modular Design: Everything is Relative
The Leica M series provides maximum flexibility in choosing equipment, thanks primarily to
the modular configuration and the compatibility that Leica has painstakingly maintained for
decades. The optics carriers, eyepieces, bases
and more can be combined in any way you
choose, allowing you to create the microscope
that best suits your needs.
Despite this, you will notice that the controls
and individual components do not differ significantly. Whichever configuration you choose,
you will quickly feel right at home.
Have a special request? Let us know!
Leica Microsystems enjoys an exceptional reputation when it comes to devising customer-
specific solutions. If you have a special request
that cannot be met with standard parts, contact
your Leica consultant. We have a solution for
every problem.
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Maximum Compatibility
Leica engineers were careful to ensure that the
new Leica M series—like its predecessors—
remains compatible with existing series. This
means that objectives, bases, tubes and so on
can be reused.
Objectives
All objectives of this new generation have the
same reference focal length as the objectives of
the MZ generation. If you prefer, you can therefore continue to use the previous Leica objective series.
Tubes
The interface between the optics carrier and
the tube has remained the same, so existing
tubes fit the new M series. The new tubes are
designed for eyepieces with field number 23,
while the predecessor models were only
designed for field number 21, resulting in a
smaller object field.
Eyepieces
The new M-series eyepieces have an audible
and tangible click to provide immediate feedback in case of accidental adjustment.
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On We Go
If your new Leica microscope has already been
assembled and commissioned by your Leica
consultant, click here to skip through the installation instructions and go directly to the Quick
Start Guide on Page 29.
If, on the other hand, you are assembling the
microscope yourself, continue with the "Assembly" chapter, which begins on Page 16.
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Assembly
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Base and Focusing Column
The first step is to connect the focusing column
of the M series to the corresponding base.
Tools used
★ Hex socket screwdriver, 3mm
Assembling the column adapter
1. Remove the three screws provided from the
column.
2. Install the base on the column using the
three screws.
Tip: Place the column on the edge of a table to
attach the base and have another person help
you.
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Microscope Carrier
Tools
★ Allen screwdriver provided
Assembly
The microscope carrier is fastened to the column
using the screw provided.
Alternative installation options
Depending on the desired working distance, the
microscope carrier can be installed in the standard way or upside down (see figure below).
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Optics Carrier
Tools used
★ None
Assembling the optics carrier
1. Unscrew the clamping screw on the holder
for the optics carrier.
2. Place the optics carrier into the holder and
align it in such a way that the notch in the
optics carrier and the bottom clamping
screw are on top of each other.
2. Tighten the clamping screw below the
optics carrier.
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Tube
All intermediate tubes that fit between the
optics carrier and the binocular tube are fitted
in the same manner.
Tools used
★ No tools required.
Preparation
1. Unscrew the positioning screw and remove
the protective cover.
Assembling the tube
2. Push the tube (for example, the inclined
binocular tube) into the dovetail ring and
rotate it slightly in both directions until the
positioning screw meshes with the guide
groove.
3. While holding the tube only slightly, carefully tighten the positioning screw. It
is automatically brought to the correct
position.
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Eyepieces
Tools used
★ No tools required.
Magnification range
You can extend the overall magnification range
using available 10×, 16×, 25× and 40× widefield eyepieces for persons wearing glasses.
Preparation
1. If you want to use an optional graticule,
insert it now (Page 43).
2. Remove the plastic tube guard.
Inserting the eyepieces
3. Push the eyepieces into the tubes as far as
they will go and check to ensure that they
fit tightly and accurately.
4. Securely tighten the clamping screws.
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Objective
Tools used
★ No tools required.
Preparation
1. Remove the protective cap on the optics
carrier by turning it.
Attaching the objective
Hold the objective firmly during assembly and disassembly so that it does not
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fall onto the stage plate. This applies particularly to the 2x planapochromatic objective,
which is very heavy. Remove all specimens from
the stage plate first.
2. Screw the objective clockwise into the
optics carrier.
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Leica LED5000 CXI (Coax Illumination)
Required tools
★ None
Installing the Leica LED5000 CXI
1. Connect the Leica LED5000 CXI to the
focusing column via the CTL2 connection if
the focusing column is equipped with integrated electronics.
Alternative installation for manual columns
1. Connect the external power supply unit
(10 450 266) to the Leica LED5000 CXI.
2. Unscrew the positioning screw and remove
the protective cover.
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Leica LED5000 CXI (cont'd.)
3. Place the Leica LED5000 CXI on the optics
carrier and tighten the positioning screw.
4. Push the tube (for example, the inclined
binocular tube) into the dovetail ring and
rotate it slightly in both directions until the
positioning screw meshes with the guide
groove.
5. While holding the tube only slightly, carefully tighten the positioning screw. It
is automatically brought to the correct
position.
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Leica LED3000 NVI™ (Near Vertical Illumination)
Required tools
★ None
The Leica LED 3000 NVI™ can be used
with any objectives that have an outer
diameter of 58mm.
The supported working distance is
between 50mm and 150mm.
Installing the Leica LED3000 NVI™
1. Connect the Leica LED3000 NVI™ to the
focusing column via the CTL2 connection if
the focusing column is equipped with integrated electronics.
Alternative installation for manual columns
1. Connect the external power supply unit
(10 450 266) to the Leica LED3000 NVI™.
2. Place the Leica LED3000 NVI™ on the optics
carrier from below and tighten the locking
screw.
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Leica LED3000 NVI™ (cont'd.)
Ensure that the locking screw of the
illuminator and the locking screw of the
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optics carrier are on a straight line, as otherwise
image shading may occur.
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Quick Start Guide
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The Reliable Route to Success
Your Leica stereomicroscope has been delivered in completely assembled
condition by your Leica partner, and naturally you want to get right to
work. This manual will familiarize you with the finer details of your microscope. The following pages contain important, practical information that
makes using it every day easier.
Take time to read it – it's worth it!
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Overview of an M Series Microscope
1
2
8
9
10
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3
4
5
6
7
1 Eyepieces for spectacle wearers with dioptric correction
and eyecups
2 Fastening screws for the eyepieces
3 Ergo tube
4 Optics carrier
5 Magnification changer (zoom)
6 Interchangeable objective
7 Incident-light base
8 Column
9 Cable duct with cover
10 Coarse/fine focusing
The Correct Interpupillary Distance
The interpupillary distance is correctly set if you
see a single circular image field when looking
at a specimen.
If you are still a novice microscope user, you
may need a short time to become accustomed
to this. Not to worry—after a little while, it will
become automatic.
Reference value
The distance between eye and eyepiece
measures approx. 22mm for 10/23B wide-field
eyepieces for persons wearing glasses.
Adjusting the interpupillary distance
1. Look into the eyepieces.
2. Hold the eyepieces with both hands. Push
the eyepieces together or separate them
until you see a circular image.
3. Slowly approach the eyepieces with your
eyes until you can see the complete image
field without corner cutting.
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✓
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Using the Eyepieces
The eyepieces form the connection between
the tube and the eye of the observer. Simply
push them into the tube and they are ready to
use.
Each eyepiece offers a certain magnification
factor that has a determinative effect on the
total magnification. Furthermore, all Leica
eyepieces can be equipped with practical graticules that enable measuring and quantifying of
specimens.
Dioptric correction
A built-in dioptric correction is available for
eyeglass wearers. For more information, refer
to page 39.
If you do not wear glasses:
1. Hold the eyepiece firmly and rotate the
eyecups forwards counterclockwise.
2. If an eyepiece is equipped with the integrated dioptric correction, turn the value to
the "0" mark.
If you wear glasses:
1. Hold the eyepiece firmly and rotate the
eyecups counterclockwise towards the rear,
as otherwise the viewing distance is too
great.
2. If an eyepiece is equipped with the integrated dioptric correction, turn the value to
the "0" mark.
By the way, one benefit of viewing with
eyeglasses is a drastically lower risk of bacterial transmission (see page 38). The soft material of the eyecup also ensures that your glasses
will not be scratched, even if they contact the
eyepiece.
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Focusing
Focusing raises or lowers the stereomicroscope
using the focusing drive. The specimen detail is
brought into sharp focus as soon as it is in the
focal point of the objective.
★ The focusing drive can be operated either
left- or right-handed.
The coarse/fine adjustment carries a
load of up to 15 kg.
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The resolution of the coarse/fine adjustment is 1 µm.
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Adjusting the Resistance of the Focus Drive
Adjusting the resistance
Is the focus movement too loose or too tight?
Does the outfit tend to slide downwards? The
resistance can be adjusted individually depending on the equipment weight and personal
preferences as follows:
1. Grip the outer drive knobs with both hands
and turn them towards each other until
the desired resistance is reached during
focusing.
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Changing the Magnification (Zoom)
All M series microscopes have an integrated
zoom. The name indicates the zoom range
covered:
★ LeicaM50 = 5 increments
★ Leica M60 = 6:1 zoom
★ Leica M80 = 8:1 zoom
The rotary knob for the zoom can be used either
left or right-handed.
Zooming
1. Look into the eyepieces.
2. Focus on the specimen.
3. Rotate the magnification changer until the
desired magnification is configured.
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Ratchet Steps and Magnification Levels
The zoom button can optionally be operated
either with or without ratchet steps. Continuous zoom is possible when the ratchet steps are
disabled, which many users find convenient.
On the other hand, when the ratchet steps are
enabled, photographs, measurement results
etc. can be reproduced more accurately.
Enabling and disabling ratchet steps
1. Push the button towards the knob to enable
the ratchet steps.
2. Push the button away from the knob to
disable the ratchet steps.
Magnifications and fields of view
The formula on page 62 provide additional
information about the magnifications and field
of view diameters, with consideration given to
the position of the magnification changer and
the eyepiece and objective combination used.
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Eyepieces & Tubes
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Magnification Factor of the Eyepieces
An eyepiece not only makes it possible to look passively into the microscope, but also has a critical effect on the maximum magnification. The
magnification factor is between 10x and 40x.
The following eyepieces are available for the M series:
Magnification Dioptric correction Order number
10× ± 5 diopter settings 10 450 023
16× ± 5 diopter settings 10 450 024
25× ± 5 diopter settings 10 450 025
40× ± 5 diopter settings 10 450 026
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Health Notes
Potential sources of infection
Direct contact with eyepieces is a
potential transmission method for
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bacterial and viral infections of the eye. The risk
can be kept to a minimum by using individual
eyepieces or detachable eyecups. Eyecups can
be ordered separately. Please contact your
Leica partner.
Separate eyecups are an effective
way of preventing infections.
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Dioptric Correction
All Leica eyepieces are also available with builtin dioptric correction, allowing the microscope
to be used without glasses even by those with
vision problems. The correction comprises
±5 diopter settings.
Using the Dioptric Correction
1. Set the dioptric correction of both eyepieces
to the mid position ("0" diopter settings).
2. While wearing your glasses, look through
the eyepieces and focus on the specimen.
3. Rotate both eyepieces to the maximum
value of "+5".
4. Hold one eye closed and rotate the other
eyepiece in "-" direction until the specimen
appears sharp.
5. Then, open the other eye and correct the
diopter settings until the image is uniformly
sharp.
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Dioptric Correction and Parfocality
Leica stereomicroscopes are parfocally matched.
The prerequisite for this is the correct setting of
the diopters and the parfocality. The following
adjustments only have to be carried out once
by each user.
Preparation
★ Move the lever of the video/phototube to
the "observation" position and open the
diaphragm.
Adjusting
1. Set the dioptric correction for both
eyepieces to "0".
2. Select the lowest magnification and focus
on a flat specimen.
3. Select the highest magnification and readjust the sharpness.
4. Select the lowest magnification again, but
do not look into the eyepieces.
6. Rotate the eyepieces counterclockwise
in the "+" direction as far as they will go
(+5 diopter settings).
7. Look into the eyepieces.
8. Slowly rotate each eyepiece individually
in the "–" direction until each eye sees the
object sharply imaged.
9. Select the highest magnification and refocus if necessary.
Now, if you adjust the magnification from the
lowest to the highest level, the specimen is
always brought into sharp focus. If not, repeat
the process.
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Graticules
Use
Leica graticules make length measurements
and counting easier, particularly for workstations that are not equipped with a digital
camera and LAS software.
The Leica graticules for length measurements
and numbering are fitted in mounts and are
inserted into the eyepieces.
1. Screw the insert off of the eyepiece.
2. Clamp the graticule on the insert, applying
moderate pressure. Ensure that the graticule fits tightly.
3. Screw the insert and graticule firmly into
place and replace the eyepiece in the tube.
4. You can now align the graticule by rotating
the eyepiece in the tube and then tightening it using the clamping screw.
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ErgoTube 10° to 50°
ErgoTube™ 10° to 50°
The ErgoTube™ with continuously adjustable
viewing angle from 10° to 50° allows for optimum sitting posture. Users who work with the
same stereomicroscope can adjust the viewing
height to their height with a simple hand movement. If the head posture is changed, the viewing height can also be readjusted without having
to adjust the height of the chair. Special long
tubes enable the user to maintain an upright
posture. In order to safeguard against ESD, the
ErgoTube™ has been constructed from antistatic materials.
Assembly
Assembly of the ErgoTube 10° to 50° is exactly the
same as that of any other tube (see Page 20).
Handling
1. Then grasp the tubes with both hands and
adjust the desired tilt.
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Photography & Video
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Photography & Video
For most microscope users, digital documentation has become an invaluable part of their
work. Research results can be presented in an
attractive manner; measurements on the digital image provide clarity and, in conjunction
with the motorized IsoPro™ cross-stage, even
images of large specimens can be captured
step by step and automatically joined to create
a new complete image.
Adapter
If camera control using the Leica Application
Suite is not required, conventional mirror reflex
and rangefinder cameras from third-party
manufacturers can be used. For this purpose,
Leica Microsystems offers a variety of adapters
that can be used together with the 50% and
100% trinocular tubes.
Leica DFC cameras
However, if you require absolute control
over the camera and need the capability for
measurement, evaluation and more in addition
to photography, the digital Leica DFC cameras
are exactly right for you. Together with the
Leica Application Suite, they provide virtually
limitless freedom of use. For additional information about Leica cameras, refer to the camera's
documentation.
Leica Application Suite
The "Leica Application Suite", or "LAS" for short,
is, as it were, the digital extension of the Leica
M series microscopes. In addition to capturing
images, it lets you control the microscope, illuminator, stages, cameras and more. For additional information, refer to the LAS online help.
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Photo Tubes and C-mounts
Application
All Leica DFC cameras are equipped with a
standardized C-mount interface. In turn, the
C-mount adapter for the respective trinocular
tube is connected to this interface. This adapter
creates a solid mechanical connection between
the microscope and camera and ensures optimum rendering of the microscopic image on
the image sensor of the camera.
Usually, the ideal is for the digital camera to
capture as much of the field of vision as possible, while excluding as much of the black edge
of the field of vision as possible. To do so, the
magnification factor of the C-mount adapter
must match the image format of the sensor as
closely as possible (see table).
If there is unwanted shading at the corners even
with a compatible C-mount adapter installed, it
can be corrected using the "Shading function"
of the camera software.
Alternatively, you can also use a C-mount
adapter with higher magnification. This primarily avoids the critical border area of the field of
vision and concentrates on the center of the
field of vision.
Camera optimal
(large
image field)
DFC295
DFC290 HD
DFC425
DFC425 C
DFC495 0.63× 0.8×
DFC500 0.63× 0.8×
0.5× 0.63×
0.5× 0.63×
suitable
(smaller
image field)
Cameras from third-party suppliers
In addition to Leica DFC cameras with the standardized C-mount interfaces, you can connect
third-party cameras to the microscope using
a T2 bayonet adapter. To do so, instead of the
C-mount adapter, simply use the corresponding SLR adapter with T2 connection. However,
these third-party cameras are not integrated
into the Leica Application Suite and have to
be operated using the corresponding software
from the camera manufacturer.
The Leica digital cameras are detailed in a separate user manual along with instructions for
their assembly and use.
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Video/Phototubes HD F & HD V
The video/phototubes HD F and HD V are optimized for adapting state-of-the-art digital
cameras to obtain perfect results for image
acquisition. The video/phototubes can be
combined with the binocular tubes and the
ErgoModules™ from the Leica ergonomics line.
A range of high-quality video objectives with
different self-magnifications and C-mount
allows for the selection of different cameras.
Separation ratios
The HD V allows for selecting three different
separation ratios:
★ 50% light at all outputs, i.e. 50% light for
stereoscopic observation and recording at
50% light.
★ 100% light in the right eyepiece for moni-
toring the object and 100% light in the
camera to have the maximum light for
the recording under extremely poor light
conditions.
★ Three-dimensional observation with 100%
light in the binocular tube.
The HD F features a fixed separation ratio of
50% in the binocular tube and 50% in the photo
beam path. This allows the user to conduct
three-dimensional observations of the samples
in the binocular tube, manipulate and edit them
and simultaneously project the image live on
the monitor. Since the sensors of state-of-theart cameras are highly sensitive, the exposure
time for most applications is short in spite of
lower light intensity.
Videotube HD V
Phototube HD F
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Objectives and
Optical Accessories
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The Different Types of Objectives
To meet the various requirements regarding
imaging properties, there is a choice of highquality interchangeable planachromatic and
planapochromatic objectives and also lowerpriced interchangeable achromatic objectives.
★ Achromatic objectives are particularly
suited for specimens with high-contrast
structures.
★ Flat-field (planachromatic) objectives are
particularly well suited for studying flat
objects such as wafers and thin sections.
★ With planapochromatic objectives, the
finest structures are visible with high
contrast. The sophisticated apochromatic
correction allows these objectives to attain
the highest color brilliance and fidelity.
Achromatic objectives
The 0.32×, 0.5×, 0.63×, 0.8×, 1×, 1.5×, 2× achromatic objectives offer countless variants for
selecting the object field diameter, magnification
ranges and working distances (see page 63).
Planachromatic objective 1×
For the highest requirements for overall image
quality, we recommend equipping the microscope with the 1× plan (flat-field) objective,
which returns sharp, contrast-rich object fields.
Achromatic objectives with a long focal
length:
For special applications achromatic objectives
with long working distances and focal lengths
of f=100mm to 400mm are available.
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System Illumination
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Leica LED3000 NVI™ (Near Vertical Illumination)
The intensity of the illuminator can be
adjusted in 10 increments.
The Leica LED3000 NVI™ can also be
controlled via the Leica Application Suite
(LAS) or the Leica SmartTouch.
The supported working distance is
between 50mm and 150mm.
Use
The light of the Leica LED3000 NVI™ can
be very bright. Therefore, always switch
•
on the illuminator before you look through the
eyepieces!
1. Switch on the illuminator by briefly pressing the
The green LED on the upper left corner now
lights up.
(ON/OFF) button.
2. Adjust the brightness by briefly pressing
the
or buttons.
3. Switch off the illuminator by briefly pressing the button.
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Leica LED5000 CXI (Coax Illumination)
The intensity of the illuminator can be
adjusted in 10 increments.
The Leica LED3000 NVI™ can also be
controlled via the Leica Application Suite
(LAS) or the Leica SmartTouch.
Using the Leica LED5000 CXI results in an
increased magnification level of 1.5×.
Depending on the components used,
different intensities of vignetting may
occur at low magnification. Vignetting is normal
and not a malfunction.
Use
The light of the Leica LED5000 CXI can
be very bright. Therefore, always switch
•
on the illuminator before you look through the
eyepieces!
1. Switch on the illuminator by briefly pressing the
The green LED on the upper left corner now
lights up.
(ON/OFF) button.
2. Adjust the brightness by briefly pressing
the
or buttons.
3. Switch off the illuminator by briefly pressing the button.
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Dimensional Drawings
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LeicaM50
54
205
220
300
90105
277
390
66
87
436
315
LeicaM50 with small incident-light base, transmitted-light base, Leica L2 illumination and 45° binocular tube
300
205
220
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321
134
390
277
315
436
90105
87
66
54
205
390
277
LeicaM50
278
301
119
116
436
LeicaM50 with large incident-light base and ErgoTube® 45°
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278
514
500
24
116
301
255
436
119
54
278
322
301
LeicaM50
220
260
54
LeicaM50 with small swinging-arm stand and 45° binocular tube
54
500
345
170
709
260
173
54
220
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278
324
54
301
119
116
24
330
66
Leica M60
Leica M60 with large incident light base and 45° binocular tube
54
66
24
278
116
301
119
330
255
54
278
288
301
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54
301
278
119
116
395
66
278
Leica M80
Leica M80 with large incident-light base and 45° binocular tube
255
66
278
395
324
24
116
119
301
54
278
288
301
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Leica M80
85
154
154
290
420
606
356
Leica M80 with transmitted-light base TL ST and binocular ErgoTube®
356
500
106
420
290
21
154
154
340
85
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430
Leica M80
220
54
54
Leica M80 with standard swinging-arm stand and 45° binocular tube
470
598
345
173
230
330
794
54
220
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Leica M80
257
300
42
100
331
109
min. 290 max. 426
Leica M80 with Leica LED2500 and binocular ErgoTube®
257
331
109
231
min. 290 max. 426
100
54
257
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331
Leica M80
292
400
28.5
631
600
369
min. 290
83.4
max. 420
Leica M80 with universal stand, XL extension and binocular ErgoTube®
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max. 420
min. 290
369
400
600
83.4
600
54
Appendix
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Calculating the Total Magnification and Field of View Diameter
Parameter
MO Magnification of objective
ME Magnification of eyepiece
z Magnification changer position
q Tube factor, e.g. 1.5× for coaxial incident light, 1.6× for 45°
ErgoTube™
r Factor 1.25x if the planachromatic and planapochromatic
objectives of the MZ125/MZ16 are used on the MS5, MZ6,
MZ75 or MZ95
NFOV Field number of the eyepiece. Field numbers are printed on the
eyepieces: 10× = 21, 16× = 14, 25× = 9.5, 40× = 6.
Calculation example: magnification in binocular tube
MTOT VIS = MO × ME × z × q × r
or
1 × 25 × 4 × 1.5 × 1.25 = 187.5×
Example
MO 1× objective
ME 25×/9.5 eyepiece
z Zoom position 4
q Coaxial reflected light 1.5×, tube factor
r Factor 1.25×
Calculation example: field of view diameter in the specimen
N
∅ OF:
FOV
M
O × z ×q ×r
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Care, Maintenance, Contact Persons
We hope you enjoy using your high-performance microscope. Leica microscopes are
renowned for their robustness and long service
life. Observing the following care and cleaning tips will ensure that even after years and
decades, your Leica microscope will continue to
work as well as it did on the very first day.
Warranty benefits
The guarantee covers all faults in materials
and manufacture. It does not, however, cover
damage resulting from careless or improper
handling.
Contact address
However, if your instrument should no longer
function properly, contact your technician,
your Leica representative or Leica Microsystems
(Schweiz) AG, CH-9435 Heerbrugg.
E-mail contact:
stereo.service@leica-microsystems.com
Care
★ Protect your microscope from moisture,
fumes and acids and from alkaline, caustic
and corrosive materials and keep chemicals
away from the instruments.
★ Plugs, optical systems and mechanical parts
must not be disassembled or replaced,
unless doing so is specifically permitted
and described in this manual.
★ Protect your microscope from oil and
grease.
★ Do not grease guide surfaces or mechani-
cal parts.
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Care, Maintenance, Contact Persons (cont'd.)
Protection from dirt
Dust and dirt will affect the quality of your
results.
★ Put a dust cover over the microscope when
it will not be used for a long time.
★ Use dust caps to protect tube openings,
tubes without eyepieces, and eyepieces.
★ Keep accessories in a dust-free place when
not in use.
Cleaning polymer components
Some components are made of polymer or are
polymer-coated. They are, therefore, pleasant
and convenient to handle. The use of unsuitable
cleaning agents and techniques can damage
polymers,
Permitted measures
★ Clean the microscope (or parts of it) using
warm soapy water, then wipe using distilled
water.
★ For stubborn dirt, you can also use ethanol
(industrial alcohol) or isopropanol. When
doing so, follow the corresponding safety
regulations.
★ Remove dust with a pneumatic rubber bulb
or with a soft brush.
★ Clean objectives and eyepieces with
special optic cleaning cloths and with pure
alcohol.
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