Motic K400, K500, K700 Instruction Manual

STEREO MICROSCOPE
MODEL K400 / K500 / K700

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Contents

1. Introduction …………………………………………………………….…..2

2. Nomenclature and Function…………………………………………..…..3

3. Assembly……………………………………………………..………….....5

4. Operating the Microscope……………………………………….……..…6

4.1 Interpupillary Distance Adjustment…………………………..………..…6

4.2 Diopter Adjustment………………………………………………………...6

4.3 Focusing………………………………………………………………….....7

4.4 Working Distance………………………………………………….……….8

5. Care of the Microscope………………………………………………...….8

6. Accessories………………………………………………….……………...9

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1. Introduction

A simple change in magnification for still objects has been provided in

stereomicroscopes developed in the recent past i.e. with a common primary

objective for the light in both tubes. The light beams do not project co-axially,

but diverge from the optical axis. Thus the two images produced are not

identical, giving a truly three–dimentional appearance.

In this adaptation, separated intermediate objectives are placed above

the common primary objective to produce the two beams and a magnified

image. The intermediate objectives, placed above the main objective in the

tube, can be easily manipulated to facilitate the change in magnification. It is

important that the distance from the object is not altered when the

magnification is changed.

A further refinement to this design is provided with the introduction of

pancratic intermediate objectives in the tube. The use of graduated changes

in magnification provides a continuous progression of magnification. The

most significant advantage of stereomicroscopes, with a common primary

objective, is that the distance between the objective and the object remains

constant at all magnifications.

To ensure correct usage, please read this manual completely before

operating the instrument.

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2. Nomenclature and Function

Model K 400 Stereo Microscope

Eyepiece

Diopter Ring

Diopter Scale

Binocular Eyepiece Tube

Magnification Changer

Objective

Focusing Knob

Focusing Mount

Stage Plate