Olympus Fluoview User Manual

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Users Manual

Fluoview

Scanning Laser Biological Microscope

Ver. 1.1

WARNING

Caution:

Before using your microscope, the items in this manual Identified by the mark shown to the left should be read carefully until completely understood to ensure safe operation.

Thank you for purchasing an Olympus Fluoview Microscope. Before using your microscope, read this manual thoroughly to make sure you obtain full performance from all of the functions provided by this system. This manual is divided into the following five sections:

For Safe Usage Introduction to Fluoview Operation Hardware Troubleshooting Q & A

OIVMPUS'

August 1996

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-About This Manual

This manual explains potential risks and provide important safety information designed to ensure the safe use bf the FLUOVIEW System. Thoroughly study this manual before operating the system.

1 Safety Precautions

2 Warning Labels

CONTENTS

1-1

2-1

2-1 Warning Labels Concerning Laser Safety 2-1

2-1-1 Warning Labels 2-1 2-1-2 Aperture Label 2-3 2-1-3 Protective Housing Label 2-5

3 Precautions for Use of the System 3J^

Safety Precautions

1 Safety Precautions

Depending on the laser configuration, this laser product is classified as follows:

Ar laser configuration — CLASS n

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LASER RADIATION DO NOT

S[fPt

IN1D

ARGON LASER InW Mf\X

450-515nn

(LASS n LASKPRGDUCT

Kr and Ar laser configuration

CLASS in a

ANGE

LASER LIGHT

/M)IDD!fB]TBEB«RRE

KR. AR LASER SniW

MAX CW

450-570na

CLASS la

LASER

PRdXJCT

Precautions for Use

Always pay careful attention to the following points.

Avoid engaging mirror cubes into the light path in such a manner that the laser t>eam is directed outward.

This is extremely dangerous as unprotected eyes may be exposed to the laser beam.

If the cube turret of the reflected light fluorescence module, the DIC slider (optional) or the dummy slider is removed during laser output (during laser scanning), laser beam radiation will occur inside the microscope. This is extremely dangerous. Never remove the cube turret, the DIC slider, or the

dummy slider. I The cube turret, the DIC slider (optional), or the dummy slider is to be removed only by trained L personnel, and only when power has been removed from the laser system.

1-1

Safety Precautions

If the objective revolving nosepiece or the objective lens is removed during laser output (during laser scanning), the laser beam will be emitted uncontrollably. This is extremely dangerous. Never remove the objective revolving nosepiece or the objective lens.

TThe nosepiece or the objective lens is to be removed only by trained personnel, and only when [_ power has been removed from the laser system.

]

If the transmitted light lamp housing or the lamp socket is removed during laser output (during laser scanning), the laser beam light will be emitted uncontrollably. This is extremely dangerous. Never remove the reflected light lamp housing or the lamp socket.

The transmitted light lamp housing or the lamp socket is to be removed only by trained personnel,

and only when power has been removed from the laser system and from the

microscope.

• If the scan unit's (2) detection mode selector slider is detached during laser output (during laser scanning), laser beam radiation will occur inside the microscope (beam reflected from the specimen). This is very dangerous. Never remove the scan unit's detection mode selector slider.

The scan unit's (2) detection mode selector slider is to be detached only by trained personnel, |

_and only when power has been removed from the laser system. J

• Using tools to remove the protective housing, or otherwise dismantling/remodeling units, is extremely dangerous as this may lead to uncontrollable laser beam radiation inside the unit Never attempt to dismantle/remodel the system.

• Never excessively bend, strain, or step on the optical fibers. Damaged optical fibers may result in laser beam leakage. This is extremely dangerous. Should the optical fibers be damaged, immediately turn OFF the laser power supply unit and contact your Olympus representative.

• Hot air is emitted from the laser cooling fan exhaust outlet. Keep flammable materials and materials adversely affected by heat at a safe distance of the outlet.

• The power consumption of both the power unit and the laser unit is very large. Ensure that each unit obtains power from separate electrical systems.

• To prevent shock hazards, always ground the equipment.

• Always unplug the power cord before replacing fuses.

• Since the mixture (ether (70%) and alcohol (30%), etc.) used to clean the optical components of

the system is highly flammable, be careful to keep these chemicals away from open fire and potential sources of electrical sparks, such as when the main switches are moved to

"I"

(ON) or

"O"

(OFF).

1-2

Safety Precautions

Please note that the laser beam is emitted when the display's function

pane!

([Acquire]

panel) looks as shown below.

"Laser beam emitted" is shown.

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Disposal of Laser Tubes

Strict adherence to applicable industrial guidelines and laws is required when disposing of laser tubes. Before disposing of laser

tubes,

contact your Olympus representative for further information.

Safety Symbols

The following symbols are found on the equipment Study the meaning of

the

symbols,

and always use

the equipment

the safest possible manner.

Symbol

Explanation Before use, carefully read the instmction manual. Improper handling could result in injury to the user and/or damage to the equipment Indicates that the main switch is ON.

Indicates that the main switch is OFF.

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Warning Labels

2 Warning Labels

2-1 Warning Labels Concerning Laser Safety

2-1-1 Warning Labels

(1)

laser configuration

©AUTIOff^

LASER RADIATION

DONdTSIWE INTDB^ ARGON LASER

Inn IMX

45Ch515nn

CLASS n LASBIPRCOUCT

(2)

and

laser configuration

ANGE

LASER LIGKT MIDDIIECrBEenHIE

LASER

SaWMAX CW45O-570niD

CLASS

LASe)

PRODUCT

Attached position

BX50 configuration (Similar

case

BXWI configuration)

(Dor (2)

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2-1

Warning Labels

IX configuration

(Dor

(2)

2-2

Warning Labels

2-1-2 Aperture Label

(Indicates where the laser beam is emitted.)

(3)

AVOID EXPOSURE

Laser radiation is emitted from this aperture

BX50 Configuration

(3) The laser beam is emitted from the

objective and the sockets on the revolving nosepiece.

(3) The laser beam Is emitted from the

condenser lens.

BXWI Configuration

(3) The laser beam Is emitted from the

objective and the sockets on the revolving nosepiece.

The laser beam is emitted from the condenser lens. 13)

2-3

Warning Labels

IX Configuration

The laser beam is emitted (3) from the objective.

(3) The laser beam is emitted from

the condenser lens.

2-4

Warning Labels

2-1-3 Protective Housing Label

(4)

CAUTION - Laser radiation when open.

DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

t/-^f3tS®^ajit«L»c

(5)

DANGER - Laser light

when

open.

AVaO DIRECT

EYE

EXPOSURE.

CAUTION - Laser

radiation when open.

jDO NOT STARE INTO BEAM

BX50,

BXWI configuration

: (4)

Kr •»

Ar : (5)

not

remove the cube turret.

not

remove the revolving nosepiece, the objective or the DIC slider or the dummy slider.

When

the

transmitted light detector

is not

mounted (left) and when mounted (right)

(30

not

remove

the

transmitted light lamp

housing or the lamp socket.

2-5

Warning Labels

IX configuration

Ar : (4)

Kr + Ar : (5)

Do not remove the cube tuaet.

When the transmitted detection unit is not mounted (left) and when mounted (right)

Do not remove the transmitted light lamp housing or the lamp socket.

2-6

Warning Labels

Common to all configurations

When the slider cover is removed

(6) Do not remove the detection mode

selector slider.

In addition to the locations shown in this manual, a protective housing label is also attached.

For replacement of spiled brp warriihg labblSi^ pibaise cohtact

your Olympus representative. r ^^^'..'

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3. Precautions for Use of the System

3 Precautions for Use of the System

Installation

• The FLUOVIEW system will be assembled and setup by qualified technicians. Avoid moving the system as this may adversely affect the adjustment of the optical system. In case it becomes necessary to move the system, please consult your Olympus representative. Olympus shall not be liable for improper adjustments, damages, or other problems occum'ng as a result of the system being moved by the customer or other unauthorized personnel.

• Pulling the optical fiber in case of the KrAr laser configuration will change the laser output Never modify by pulling the optical fiber.

• To prevent overheating, leave at least 30 cm of free space t>etween the exhaust opening of the

laser cooling fan and walls or other objects. Laser tube overheating will result in unstable laser oscillation or the laser oscillation may stop. Excessively high temperature inside the unit may also

result in malfunction and/or damage.

• Openings for a cooling fan for ventilation are provided on the rear panel of the control unit

computer, and the magneto-optical disk unit. To prevent the risk of overiieating and other damage, the openings should never be blocked. Leave at least 10 cm of free space between the openings and walls or other objects.

Avoid installation in places exposed to direct sunlight high humidity, high temperatures, and dust Operating environment: Ambient room temperature 10~35°C; relative humidity 30~80%.

• Avoid installation in places exposed to vibrations. Consult your Olympus representative if the location is subjected to vibrations.

Handling

• The FLUOVIEW system is a precision instrument. Handle it with care and avoid subjecting it to sudden or severe impact

• Never excessively bend, strain, or subject the laser fiber to crushing force as this will result in reduced performance.

• The piezoelectric stage and the piezoelectric nosepiece (option) employ a piezoelectric element which is fragile. Never subject to impact and ensure that undue force is never applied to these units.

Precautions for Use

• When the built-in power supply for transmitted light is tumed on for a long time, accumulated heat may cause metal to stretch and the focus to drift. To achieve highly precise image data, it is recommended to turn OFF the main switch on the microscope frame.

3-1

3. Precautions for Use of

the

System

• Standard objectives for biological use are employed for both the upright microscope system configuration (BX) and the inverted microscope system configuration (IX). Accordingly, use cover glass with a thickness of 0.17 mm or Petri dishes with a bottom thickness of 0.17 mm. It is recommended to use special cover glass for LSM water immersion objectives.

• When using the FLUOVIEW system, it is recommended to dim the light in the room to reduce the adverse effects of extraneous light.

• To ensure a stable laser beam output allow at least 10 minutes for warm-up after the laser power supply is tumed ON.

• After tuming the reflected light power supply OFF, wait at least 10 minutes before tuming ON again.

Tuming ON sooner will reduce the service life of the mercury burner.

About the Computer

and

Software

• Microsoft Windows are pre-installed on the computer for use with the FLUOVIEW system. Microsoft Windows are pre-installed on the computer for use with the FLUOVIEW system. The customer should make a back-up of the pre-installed program and store the back-up floppy disks carefully. (Olympus offers no support for back-up, missing back-up, etc.) For details on Microsoft Windows, refer to the User's Manual for Microsoft Windows.

• When the empty capacity of the hard disk becomes low, data processing will become very slow. Periodically erase unnecessary data files from the hard disk. For details on erasing data files, refer to the User's Manual for Microsoft Windows.

• When closing the software, always click the <Exit> button at the bottom of the [File I/O] panel. If you display Windows' [Task List] dialog box and click the <End Task> button to close the software, the file conditions, etc. of the last session will not be saved and subsequently not recalled next time the software is started.

• When using the Z-motor, bring the specimen into focus by operating the coarse (fine) adjustment knob on the microscope frame after clearing the check from the [Keep locked] check box on the [Z Stage] panel of the [Acquire] panel (refer to Section 4-2-3-1 in the Operation Manual). Operating the focus adjustment knobs on the microscope frame while the [Keep locked] check box remains checked may result in damage to the Z-motor.

3-2

Concerning This Section

This section provides an overview of the Fluoview System

and should be read before the system is used. After reading and understanding this section, please read the Operation section.

Contents

CAUTIONS 2 REGISTERED TRADEMARKS 2 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 3 MOVING THE FLUOVIEW 3

SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION H

1-1 Fluoview Manual Configuration 1-1

1-1-1 Users Manual Configuration 1-1

1-2 Conventions Used in This Manual 1-2

SECTION 2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW 2J.

2-1 Principle of Operation 2-1 2-2 Fluoview Features 2-2 2-3 Optical Path Diagram 2-3 2-4 System Configuration 2-4

2-4-1 System Units and Their Roles 2-4

2-5 Software Function Configuration 2-7

2-5-1 Software Panel Configuration 2-7 2-5-2 Function Panel and Display Panel 2-8 2-5-3 Drag and Drop Function Execution Icon 2-9

2-6 System Setup 2-10

2-6-1 Power Consumption 2-10 2-6-2 Tuming on the Power Supply 2-11

2-7 System Operational Procedure Overview 2-14

2-7-1 Fluorescent Light Observation Procedure 2-15 2-7-2 Transmitted Light Observation Procedure 2-16

2-8 Identifying Images From Different Methods of Observation 2-17

Cautions

(1) This software and manual may not be reproduced in part or in their entirety without the express written

permission of Olympus.

(2) The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

Registered Trademarks

Microsoft, Microsoft Windows and Excel for Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the U.S. All other company names and product names are the trademarks or the registered trademarks of the respective companies.

Care and Maintenance

(1) When not in use, always use the accessory cover to protect your microscope from dust. (2) This microscope is a precision instrument, so do not disassemble any of the components. (3) Keep dirt, fingerprints off the lenses and filters. Remove any dirt by wiping lightly with soft gauze.

Stubborn dirt can be removed by wetting the gauze with a mixture of alcohol and ether (3:7 ratio), or benzene.

,::Ethei^

is highly <x>mbusUble^^^ cautipri when turiiihg'

* \ the main switch oh arid off.

(4) Clean the various parts by wiping with a soft cloth moistened with diluted detergent. Do not use organic

solvents because these can cause deterioration of the paint and plastic parts.

Moving the Fluoview

Avoid moving this microscope since this can adversely affect adjustment of the optical system.

Please consult with your Olympus sales representative before moving this system.

Olympus is not responsible for any problems resulting from moving this system.

Section 1 Introduction

1-1 Fluoview Manual Configuration

There are two Fluoview manuals; the Users Manual and the On-screen Manual (on-line help). The Users Manual consists of five sections. The contents of these sections are described below.

1-1-1 Users Manual Configuration

• For Safe Usage This section explains the requests, cautions and wamings related to usage of the Fluoview System.

• Introduction to Fluoview This section provides an overview of the Fluoview System.

• Operation This section explains the method of

operation,

including the input of images and different

types of image processing.

• Hardware This section provides detailed explanations of the Fluoview System hardware functions and specifications.

• Troubleshooting 0 & A This section explains the various countermeasures that can be taken in case a problem should occur.

1-1

Section 1 Introduction

1-2 Conventions Used in This Manual

The following is an explanation of

the

various conventions used in this manual.

<•

Caution,

remari< and

Symbol

one-point advisory symbols.

Explanation

Caution items are indicated by (*). Remarks to be observed and one-point advisories are

by (@).

Menu,

command button and dialogue box conventions.

Usage

Explanation

indicated

[Config] panel

<0K> button <Open File> button

The names of panels, dialogue boxes, list boxes, check boxes,

etc., are enclosed in square brackets. buttons are enclosed in triangular parentheses.

•» Mouse Operation

Convention

Explanation

Click This means to press and immediately release the mouse

button.

Double click This means to rapidly press and release the mouse button

twice.

Drag This means to hold down the mouse button, move the pointer to

the desired location and release the mouse button.

Note:

Unless othen/vise

specified,

the temns click, double click and drag are used in this manual in

relation to the left mouse button.

••• Key Operation Convention

Explanation

( Enter )

( Alt ) + fTT"

Direction keys

The names of keys are enclosed in rounded boxes(_ The plus (+) sign indicates combined key operations.

For

example,

( Alt ] + ( Fl ] means to hold down the( Alt

key and press the( Fl ] key.

( - ). CED. ( T

land,

nrikeys.

1-2

Section 1 Introduction

> Terms Unique to This System

Convention Explanation

XY obsen/ation This means using XY scan to obsen/e. (Other observation) (The same is for

XZ,

Xt, XVt and XYZt observation.)

1-3

Section 2 System Overview

The Olympus Fluoview is a confocal scanning type laser fluorescent microscope that utilizes a common focal point optical system to realize high resolution and high contrast as well as a spectacular improvement in resolution in the optical axis. This microscope provides researchers with the ability to perform automatic sectioning, three-dimensional structuring and time fluctuation observation as well as various types of image processing and analysis.

2-1 Principle of Operation

Light detector

The scanning laser microscope focuses the laser beam into a tiny spot through the objective lens and scans specimens in the X and Y directions. The scan unit detects fluorescent and transmitted light from specimens and outputs specimen

images to the image monitor.

As shown in the diagram, the confocal optical system

has a pinhole located at a position (confocal plane) which is optically conjugate with the in-focus position and which eliminates all light from outside the in-focus

position.

Consequently, these lights appears dark in

images so thick systematized specimens can be sliced optically. With ordinary optical microscopes, light from outside the in-focus position is superimposed over the image fomiing rays at the in-focus position, which results in images that are blurred. The laser beam that passes through a specimen is detected by the transmitted light detector and a transmitted light image is formed, but this is not a confocal image.

However, extremely important data can be obtained by synthesizing the transmitted light image and the confocal fluorescent light image.

Light detector

c)^

Laser

Objective lens

Specimen

2-1

Section 2 System Overview

2-2 Fluoview Features

The detector has a resolution of 12 bits, so images are extremely clear,

1 A high-resolution 1024 x 768 pixel system is used. Non-interlaced output signals are used

for clear, flickeriess images.

3. Transmitted light is detected by a photomultiplier detector, so transmitted light images are sharp and clear.

An auto-gain function eliminates any need for bothersome sensitivity adjustment

5. Two image modes, 2-channel fluorescent images or fluorescent image + transmitted light image,

can be selected with one touch.

6. The scan unit is corrected up to the infrared range to assure compatibility with a variety of lasers. Use is also possible with both erect image and inverted image microscopes.

7. The confocal aperture is a 5-position turret, so the correct confocal aperture for each objective lens can be selected with one touch.

2-2

Section 2 System Overview

2-3 Optical Path Diagram

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Laser

CH2

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2-3

Section 2 System Overview

2-4 System Configuration

2-4-1 System Units and Their Roles

Scan unit This unit scans the laser beam in the X and Y directions and detects the light that retums.

Microscope A BX50 erect image microscope for fluorescent observation.

type

light

Vertical stand This stand supports the scan unit to prevent excessive load being applied to the microscope.

Transmitted light:

detector (option) This unit is used to obtain transmitted light images.

Vibration-free stand Special rubber legs eliminate vibration.

Microscope desk

Hard copy device This device copies images onto 35mm or Polaroid

film.

Control Unit Used to control the scan unit and convert detected signals into images.

Electromagnetic disk A large-capacity storage device for storing images as files.

Image monitor Used to display laser scanned images, operation panel, etc.

Power controller A special table-top controller for power supply connections other than the laser and Illumination bulb power supplies.

Computer Used for LSD control and for storing Images as files.

Computer desk

Laser power supply The power supply for the laser oscillator.

Illumination power supply

_ The power supply for the

mercury vapor illumination.

Photo

2-1

BX50 System

L^ser

unit Consists of a laser oscillator and fiber coupling (argon laser shown to the left).

2-4

Section 2 System Overview

Microscope A BXWI fixed stage erect image microscope for fluorescent light observation.

VIbration-free stand A special pneumatic type stand for eliminating vibration.

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Photo 2-2 BXWI System

Compressor Supplies air to the vibration-free stand.

2-5

Section 2 System Overview

Microscope AN 1X70 Inverted Image microscope

for

fluorescent light observation.

Vibration-free stand A special pneumatic type stand for eliminating vibration.

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used

obtain transmitted light

images.

Compressor Supplies air to the vibration-free stand.

2-6

Section 2 System Overview

2-5 Software Function Configuration

This software uses panel type windows. With conventional software, it is necessary to select a menu and then select the command to be executed.

With panels, however, software functions can easily be executed by merely selecting

the panel index for the function to be executed, like a system notebook or file folder.

2-5-1 Software Panel Configuration

The panel indexes for all of the functions cannot be displayed at one time but must be scrolled.

The panel list is shown below for use as reference when scrolling.

— Acquire

— Scan — Z Stage — Time Series — Config

— File I/O — Tile

— Process

— Math — Filters — Histogram — Logical

— Analyze

— Single

'— Series

— Visualize

— Orientation

'— Other Options

2-7

Section 2 System Overview

2-5-2 Function Panels and Display Panels

The Fluoview software utilizes two types of panels: the function panel and the display panel. The functions panel includes the [Acquire], [File I/O], [Tile], [Process], [Analyze], and [Visualize] panels. The [Live] panel and [(File Name)] panel which are read in from a file are displayed in the display panel.

Function panel ^ Display panel

•k With this software, a panel is simply called the '0000 panel' instead of the '0000 panel of the function panel'. For example, the [File I/O] panel of the function panel is simply called the [File I/O] panel.

2-8

Section 2 System Overview

2-5-3 Drag and Drop Function Execution Icon

This software uses

the

drag

and

drop method

selecting image files

and

observation

methods (dye color name

transmitted light). With this intuitive method, selection requires

only picking

[Item

Select (image file

obsen/ation method)] with

the

mouse

and

dragging

to the setting location, where

it is

dropped.

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2-9

Section 2 System Overview

2-6 System Setup

This system must be set up by a special technician. To maintain the perfonnance and for safety, never disassemble or re-adjust this system.

2-6-1 Power Consumption

As shown below, some of the units consume considerable

power;

therefore, check the

capacity of the power outlet before connecting this system.

Microscope

Control unit

Electromagnetic

disk

IHard copy unit

Monitor

Max.

j 0,3A Max. IA Max,

Power controller

(up to 15A max, can be connected)

Personal computer

I.SAMax,

3A Max.

AC100V12.1AMax.

Fluorescent Illumination

power supply

(BH2-RFL-T3)

AC100V2.8AMax,

Argon laser power

supply

ACIOOVIOAMax.

Krypton/argon laser

power supply

200VAC, single-phase, 20Amax.

2-10

Section 2 System Overview

2-6-2 Turning on the Power Supply

Tum on the power supply of each unit.

When only reading data, the laser power supply and illumination power supply are not

necessary and need not be tumed on.

To obtain a stable laser output, tum on the laser power supply and allow the system to warm

up for 10 min. or more before using. Once the illumination power supply (mercury vapor lamp power supply) has been tumed off, do not turn it on again for at least 10 min. to avoid shortening the service life of the mercury

vapor lamp.

• Tuming on the laser power supply Argon laser:

(1) Turn on the power supply switch. (2) Turn the key to the ON position.

Krypton/argon laser:

Please refer to the laser instruction manual.

(1) Tum on the power supply switch.

2-11

Section 2 System Overview

• Tuming on the power controller power supply (1) Tum on the main switch.

For details, refer to the Power Controller

SSI-9501 instruction manual.

(2) Tuming on the switches

all

of the switches are tumed on, the power for the entire system can be tumed on and off

with

the main switch as described in item

(1)-

The units are connected as shown below.

Computer

Monitor

Hard copy device

Electromagnetic disk

Microscope

2-12

Section 2 System Overview

Tuming on the control unit power supply

(1) Turn on the power supply switch.

This unit is connected to the power controller, so the power switch can be left turned on.

• Tuming on the electromagnetic disk power supply (Please read the electromagnetic disk instruction manual.) This unit is connected to the power controller, so the power switch can be left turned on.

• Tuming on the microscope power supply (Please read the instruction manual of the microscope used.) This unit is connected to the power controller, so the power switch can be left turned on.

2-13

Section 2 System Overview

2-7 System Operational Procedure Overview

A flow chart is used here to explain the operational procedures so that operation of the entire system can be more easily understood. For reference, the relevant manual sections (f j) and numbers (( )) are indicated at the right side of the flow chart for each procedure. Please refer to 2-7-1 Fluorescent Light Observation Procedure and 2-7-2 Transmitted Light Observation Procedure.

2-14

Section 2 System Overview

2-7-1 Fluorescent Light Observation Procedure

Start the system.

Prepare the system

(tum on the power supply).

Introduction to Fluoview (2-6)

Start the Fty<M/iew software.

Op9fati«>n(

2-1-1)

Look through the eiej^Hnti J^ns and focus on the speclmea

ISelect the li^pf^for

100%

for binocular

tube and

feiCttSidn

the specimen.

Har<iW»e(S-l-1)

•

Set to thft LSM light

path.

Set to the tSM light

path.

Hardware (3-1-2)

Set ^ scan unit.

[

Operate the det^t^tion mode setting

knob and^et the channel.

Har<IW8re(

3-1-4)

Insert the absorptK«t filter into the light

path!

Har<tware(

3-1-5)

Operate the pinhole turret and

se{.dd a pinhole.

Har(JWB(re(

3-1-3)

Operate th6 ND filter turret and

seled;*

ND filter

(100%.

50%, 20%, 6%).

.H^tJware

(3*1-6)

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Replace with a high transmt^lifQn

rate ND filter (100%, 50%, 20%»6%).

Hardware -,

(3-1-6) . . ,

Read in an image.

Operation (3-1)

Set the ot)$en/ation

conditions.

Scan once

<H:

repeatedly.

If the image is not displayed,

•

adjust In

accordance with the

;

The

imagels \

•

dsplayediofe^ ; !software[Uv8] > !

panel.

If^ima^jefs. not dis{)layad.

( Adjust the PMt voltage, ^\

V lllll r [ f

tltspl«^ed.

stop scanning.

I *M -It 4i * I

Shut down the system.

Shut

doWCi

the Ruoview software.

<;^>eration(

2-1-2)

•*:*•«

•«*(••

Shgl down the system.

(Tum off the power supply.)

2-15

Section 2 System Overview

2-7-2 Transmitted Light Observation Procedure

start the system.

Prepare the system

(tum on the power supply).

Introduction to Fluoview (2-6)

start

the

fluoview softvyrare.

Operatton (2-1-1)

Look thraugti

the eyd(jto0^l0ns and

focus on

ttie specimen.

" Select

the

^; path for

100%

for ^

binocular

tube

and

focus

on the specimen.

H*dware

•Set to the LSM light

path.

Set to 1t)e LSM light

path.

HardWWe (3-2-3)

I f « Y.|»« I

Set Ihe scan unit.

Remove the microscope caps and

filters from the light

path.

[

Operate the dialection mode setting

knob and $et the channel.

Hardware (3-2-4)

Insert

the

absoi|7lJqc^ filter into the light

path.

Hardware (3-2-5)

Operate the ND filter turret and

sef0<:^

^ ND filter

(100%,

50%.

20%, 6%).

H^dw^re

(3-2-6)

^Replace with a high transmis^i;^ rate^

ND filter (100%, 50%, 20%,^5%).

Hardware '

(3-2-6)

Read in an image.

Operation (3-1)

• -w-^

*.j*

.•

Set the Ot)idervation

con<itlons.

Scan once dftepeatedly.

If the image is not displayed,

adjust

In accordance with

the relevant

procedure.

The

image

is \ displayed l(t|he^ software [LjveJ » panel.

if;dr)im«S«)9

Adjust the PMT voltage* J

If an iinei^e i$ tSsplayed,'

Stop scann^g.

Shut down the system.

Shut down the Fluoview softv\^are.

Operation (2-1-2)

Shtltdown the system.

(Turn off the power supply.)

2-16

Section 2 System Overview

2-8 Identifying Images From Different Methods of Observation

Fluoview displays various image icons

which

can be used to identify the method of

obsen/ation

used to read in images. (See the table to the right) When the [File I/O], [Tile], (Process], [Analyze] and [Visualize] panels are selected, the icon of the image of the selected [Display] panel is displayed inside the box at the top of the respective panel. Also, when the icon area of

the

[Files] list box of

the

[File I/O] panel or image file is dragged, the icon of the image is used in various aspects. This sen/es in the identification of the

method of observation.

Image icon

0 0

BHI

Icon Meaning

XZ observation XZ obsen/ation, 2-channel

mode

XT obsen/ation XT observation, 2-channel

mode

XZT observation

XZT obsen/ation, 2-channel mode

XY observation XY observation, 2-channel

mode XYt obsen/ation

XYt obsen/ation, 2-channel mode

XYZ observation

XYZ obsen/ation, 2-channel mode

XYZt observation

XYZt

observation,

2-channel

mode

Animated image

Binocular erect image/erect image viewed through colored glasses

2-17

This instmction manual describes functions, specifications, assembly (connections) and adjustment of the hardware. Before reading this instmction manual, please thoroughly review the preceding manual "INTRODUCTION TO FLUOVIEW" for an outline of the system.

LASER SAFETY PRECAUTION

Units indicated as "OPERATOR SERVICE" should be removed only by a person who has had laser safety training,

and only after tuming off the laser unit. This should not be done by any untrained persons.

Removing any of the following units is considered to be OPERATOR SERVICE :

Cube turret

Objective revolving nosepiece

Objective lens

DIC slider or dummy slider

Transmitted light lamphousing and / or lamp socket

Detection mode selector slider ( Scan unit)

See

2-1,

2-7, 2-10.

1 STANDARD CONFIGURATIONS

1-1 BX Upright Microscope System Configuration

bfesi&;SftM!3escnpbonMH?#g^

Scan Unit Excitation Cube Filter

Dual Wavelength Excitation Cube

Banier Filter Barrier Filter Kr and Ar Laser Line Filter

Polarizing Filter for Upright Microscope

Control Unit Pupil Lens Laser Tube Extension Unit Stand for BX

Rubber Feet Anti-Vibration Table for BX

Ar Laser Unit 2 Ar Power Supply Unit 100 Laser Combiner Z-Motor

Unit Desk for Microscope Frame Computer Desk Microscope Computer Monitor 17" Power Controller SCSI Kit Polaroid Recorder

FVX-SU FVX-DM488 FVX-BA565IF

FVX-DM488/568 FVX-BA550RIF

FVX-BA585IF FVX-LLF-KR

FVX-PO-U

FVX-CU FVX-PL-IBX50 FVX-LT FVX-EXTU FVX-ST

FVX-UVT-BX FVX-LU-AR2

FVX-PS-AR100

FVX-COM-KRAR

FVX-ZM FVX-DK8070 FVX-DK6570 BX50-FLA-FVX PC-AT-P95 M0NIT0R17 SSI-9501 SCSI-1510-JPN FVX-POLA

ilBX5oy^ti§

1 1 1

S^^^ii

1-1

CONTENTS

1 STANDARD CONFIGURATIONS t£t

1-1 BX Upright Microscope System Configuration 1-1 1-2 IX Inverted Microscope System Configuration 1-2 1-3 Optional Accessories 1-3

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 2£L

2-1 Scan Unit 2-1 2-2 Microscope Frame 2-7 2-3 Transmitted Light Detector (Optional) 2-13

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION Z=l

3-1 Fluorescence Observation 3-1

3-1-1 Bringing the Specimen into Focus 3-1 3-1

-2

Selecting the LSM Light Path 3-3 3-1-3 Selecting the Pinhole 3-5 3-1-4 Selecting the Detection Mode 3-5 3-1-5 Engaging the Barrier Filter 3-5 3-1-6 Selecting the ND Filter 3-6 3-1-7 Selecting the Laser Line Filter (Kr and Ar Laser Combination) 3-6

3-2 Transmitted Observation 3-7

3-2-1 Selecting the Transmitted Light Detector Light Path (Visual Setting) 3-7 3-2-2 Bringing the Specimen into Focus 3-7 3-2-3 Selecting the LSM Light Path 3-8 3-2-4 Selecting the Detection Mode 3-10 3-2-5 Disengaging the Banier Filter 3-11 3-2-6 Selecting the ND Filter 3-11

4 SPECTRAL CHARACTERISTICS OF FILTERS 4=1

5 SPECIFICATIONS 5=1

1 STANDARD CONFIGURATIONS

1-2 IX Inverted Microscope System Configuration

^nimsii^

Scan Unit Excitation Cube Filter

Dual Wavelength Excitation Cube

Banier Filter Banier Filter Kr and Ar Laser Line Filter

Polarizing Filter for Inverted Microscope

Control Unit Pupil Lens Air Anti-Vibration Table for IX Compressor Ar Laser Unit 2 Ar Power Supply Unit 100 Laser Combiner Z-Motor

Unit Computer Desk Microscope Computer Monitor 17" Power Controller SCSI Kit Polaroid Recorder

«Siiii^«»

FVX-SU FVX-DM458 FVX-BA565IF FVX-DM488/568

FVX-BA550RIF FVX-BA585IF

FVX-LLF-KR

FVX-PO-U FVX-CU

FVX-PL-IBX50 FVX-ST FVX-UVT-BX FVX-LU-AR2 FVX-PS-AR100 FVX-COM-KRAR FVX-ZM FVX-DK6570 IX70-FLA-FVX

PC-AT-P95 M0NIT0R17 SSI-9501 SCSI-1510-JPN

FVX-POLA

mmm^.

1 1 1

iHlli^

1-2

1 STANDARD CONFIGURATIONS

1-3 Optional Accessories

Green HeNe Laser Unit

Dual Wavelength Excitation

Cube Banier Filter

Transmitted Light Detector for BX

Transmitted Light Detector for IX

UCD Lens Unit

LWUCD Lens Unit

Piezoelectric Z-Stage

IX Frame (With Piezo)

Anti-Vibration Platform for IX

Barrier Filter

Banier Filter Barrier Filter Optional Banier Filter Slider

Optional Emission dichromatic min-or Cube

FVX-LU-HEG

FVX-DM488/543

FVX-BA530RIF

FVX-TD-BX

FVX-TD-IX

LSM-THI-UCD

LSM-THI-WUCD

FVX-PZT-BX1

IX70-FVXPZ-F

FVX-UVT-TA FVX-BA590

FVX-610IF FVX-BA510-540 FVX-BA-OPT

FVX-SDM-OPT

Used In combination with the Ar laser. Suitable for TRITC and PI obsen/ation. 543 nm excitation wavelength. Can not be combined witii the Kr laser.

Dual wavelength excitation cube for Ar laser and HeNe green laser.

Short-pass filter for blocking ttie 543 nm wavelength beam emitted by the HeNe green laser.

Used for 488/543 nm dual wavelengUi excitation. Transmitted Ught Detector for BX50/BXWI for

providing transmitted light to the scan unit via an optical fiber connection.

Transmitted Light Detector for IX for providing transmitted light to Uie scan unit via an optical fiber connection.

Lens unit for use with the UCD condenser, mounted on the FVX-TD-IX.

Lens unit for use with the LWUCD condenser, mounted on the FVX-TD-IX.

When used with extemal sensor for fijil-cross conti-ol.

this stage offers Z-movement with extremely high position reproducibility. Minimum step of 0.1 ^m;

stroke length 100 \im.

When used with extemal sensor for fijil-cross control,

this IX frame offers Z-movement with extremely high position reproducibility. Minimum step of

0.1

^m; stroke lengtii 100 ^m.

Simple anti-vibration Platform for IX.

To minimize the fluorescence cross-over when observing double-stained specimens, such as FITC+TRITC, using ttie Ar laser (488 nm).

Band pass filter for use

writh

FITC.

Optional banier filter slider for customized filter placement.

Compatible with a filter diameter of 13

.Q'3

mm and a filter thickness of 2-3 mm. Optional Emission DM cube for mounting a custom

dichromatic mirror to separate the fluorescence emission for detection by the Channel 1 and Channel 2 PMT. Compatible writti 18mm x 11 mm, 1 mm thickness dichroic minors.

1-3

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

Also referto Section 2-4, SYSTEM LAYOUT in the "INTRODUCTION TO FLUOVIEW manual.

2-1 Scan Unit

(5) Filter slider

cover screws

USBt IIIEKITr

(4) ND filter tun^t

(6) Laser line filter turret (only for

Kr and Ar laser combination)

"OPERATOR SERVICE" (2) Detection mode _ (D Pinhole tun^t

selector slider

o(E)«

:iECTION WOE

Ofl OC

H. IR H. H. TR R.

OLYMPUS

FLUOVIEW

(3) Banier filter slider

(1) Pinhole turret

The pinhole sizes are as follows

1:60nm

The pinhole turret contains 5 pinholes. Allowing selection of an optimum pinhole for all objectives. Select the pinhole number displayed on the control panel ([Acquire] panel). If the acquired image is sufficiently bright and noise is not aparent even when the photomultiplier HV is raised,

an even better image may be obtained by operating the pinhole turret and selecting a smaller pinhole.

lOOum 3: 150nm 4:

200nm

5: 300nm

}

Select either 1, 2 or 3 in accordance with the pinhole size indicated for a given objective (see below).

Use to obtain a brighter image, Confocality is compromised.

2-1

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

general,

selecting a smaller pinhole than the pinhole size recommended for a given

objective

will

not increase the axial resolution. However, in some cases the lateral

resolution may

increase.

The effect differs with the refractive index of

the

specimen and

the dispersion of

the

light

The following table shows-the recommended pinhole number for a given objective.

\i^

•^i

, -

Objective PLAPO 40X PLAPO 60XO PLAPO 100XO PLAPO 40XWLSM PLAPO 60XWLSM PLAPO 60XOLSM UPLAPO 10X UPLAPO 20X UPLAPO 20XO UPLAPO 40X UPLAPO 40XO UPLAPO 60X UPLAPO 60XWPSF UPLAPO 100XO UPLFL10X UPLFL20X UPLFL40X UPLFL60XO UPLFL100XO UMPLFL10XW UMPLFL20XW LUMPLFL40XW LUMPLFL60XW

0.95

1.40

0.90

1.00

1.10

0.40

0.70

0.80

0.85

1.00

0.90

1.20

1.35

0.30

0.50

0.75

1.25

1.30

0.30

0.50

0.80

0.90

Pinhole No.

2 2 3 2 3 3

1 1 1

2 2 3 2 3

2 3 2 3

2 2 3

2-2

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

(2) Detection mode selector slider

Slider for selecting either two fluorescence signals or one fluorescence signal + transmitted light 3 settings. This slider is placed at the A-section shown in Fig, (I).

• Slide'r at the pushed-in position Select this mode when observing a transmitted light and / or a fluorescence with emission wavelength shorter than 570nm, such as FITC, GFP, DiO, etc. As shown in Fig. (I) on the following page, a double-sided mirror is engaged into the light path. Consequently, fluorescence light is reflected to the CHI (PMI). When the transmitted light detector (option) is

attached,

the transmitted light is reflected via the optical filter

connection to the CH2 (PM2).

• Slider at the middle position Select this mode when observing a double-stained specimen, such as FITC+PI, etc. As shown in Fig. (II) on the following page, a beam splitting dichroic mirror is engaged into the light

path.

The characteristics of this dichroic minor make it reflect light with wavelengths below 570 nm and pass the longer wavelengths. Consequently, the fluorescence light can be split into light for the 1CH (PMI) and the 2CH (PM2). With the slider at this position, the transmitted light from the optical fiber connection is blocked.

•

Slider at the pulled-out position Select this mode when observing a transmitted light image and / or fluorescence specimen with emission wavelengths longer than 570 nm, such as PI, TRITC, etc. As shown in Fig. (Ill) on the following page, nothing is engaged into the light

path. Consequently, fluorescence light is directed to the CH2 (PM2). When the transmitted light detector (option) is attached, the transmitted light is directed via the optical fiber connection to the

CH1

(PMI).

2-3

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

Laser

Slider at pushed-in position

CHI CH2

FL TR

Fig. (I)

Middle position

Fig.(n)

Slider at pulled-out position

Fig. (IE)

2-4

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

(3) Bamer filter slider

Up to two filters can be placed for both CHI and CH2. At the pushed-in position, the filter is engaged into the light

path.

At the pulled-out position, it is disengaged.

* If erroneously placed at the middle position, no image will appear. Always stop at the

correct position.

(4) ND filter turret

There are five positions. Transmission ratio: 0, 6, 20, 50, and 100%.

(5) Filter slider cover screws

Operated when the bamer filter slider or the detection mode selector slider is replaced. When this screw is loosened, the covers can be pulled off. Then replace the sliders, retum the cover to its original position, and tighten the screw again.

r Detection mode selector slider should be removed only, by a person who has had laser L safety training, and only after tuming off the laser unit

(6) KrAr laser line filter tun-et

(Only attachable with the Kr and Ar laser combination)

Unit

writh

built-in 5-filter turret for selection in accordance with the 488 nm and 568 nm

excitation wavelength of the Kr

and

Ar laser.

(1)488:

The specimen is excited at 488 nm. Used for observation of single-stained

specimens, such as FITC.

(2) 568: The specimen is excited at 568 nm. Used for observation of single-stained

specimens, such as TRITC, PI.

(3) 568: The specimen is excited at 488 nm and 568 nm. However, the 488 nm output

488

°"'y'®

attenuated to 6% of the normal excitation light. Used for preventing the Pl

AT6 from eclipsing the FITC when observing double-stained specimens such as

FITC+PI.

(4) 568: The specimen is excited at 488 nm and 568 nm. However, the 488 nm output

488 only is attenuated to 25% of the normal excitation light Used for preventing the PI

AT25 from eclipsing the FITC when observing double-stained specimens such as

FITC+PI.

(5) 568: The specimen is excited at 488 nm and 568 nm. Used for observation of double-

^og Stained specimens, such as FITC+PI.

2-5

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

• FITC emission tails longer than 570 nm. Accordingly, FITC fluorescence may be detected on the CH2 where it overlaps the Pl fluorescence. (See the figure below.) The problem may be remedied by cutting the FITC by adjusting the OFFSET on the operation panel ([Acquire] panel). If not, It will be necessary to balance the excitation light by reducing the intensity of the 488 nm excitation light used for exciting the FfFC.

When observing a double-labeled specimen, such as FITC+PI, attempt balancing the

intensities ofthe emissions by engaging the (3), (4), (5) filters in the described order.

CH,

°°N

AT25 A A \

(FITC overlapping the j \ 1 I 1 CH2 can be reduced by / Vl 1 \ attenuating the excitation 1 \ \

CH2

^ /

/\ /

400 500 600

wavelength / nm

700

2-6

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

2-2 Microscope Frame

The illustration below shows the main controls of the microscope frame. The stage, revolving

nosepiece, etc., may differ from those illustrated. For details on operation of the microscope frame, refer to the instruction manual for tiie microscope frame.

BX50 Confiouration

(1) Light path selector

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

(2) Cube turret

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

nosepiece

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

objective lens

(6) Universal

(5) Filters

LBD ND6

ND25

(3) Analyzer

U-AN

(optional)

"OPERATOR SERVICE" (4) DIC prism

U-DICT(dummy slider) (optional)

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

• transmitted light lamphousing

• lamp socket

2-7

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

(1) Light path selector

• When the knob is pushed-in, visual observation is possible.

• When the knob is pulled-out laser microscopy is possible.

(2) Cube turret

• Engage the designated cube for visual fluorescence observation.

• When used as a laser microscope and for visual transrnitted light observation, operate the turret to place the index at the [ { Q )] position.

(Set the cube turret so tiiat no cube is engaged.)

(3) Analyzer U-AN

(Optional)

• Engage the analyzer into the light path for visual transmitted Nomarski obsen/ation and transmitted polarized light observation. The analyzer is engaged at the pushed-in position.

• Always remove the analyzer from the light path when used as a laser microscope. The analyzer is disengaged at the pulled-out position. If the analyzer is engaged, a good image cannot be achieved.

(4) DIC prism

U-DICT

(Optional)

• Engaged into the light path for laser Nomarski observation and visual transmitted Nomarski observation. An improved image is achieved if the

U-DICT

is removed from the light path in case of laser fluorescence observation. For fluorescence observation alone, disengage the UDICT from the light

path.

[Leaving the

U-DICT

engaged during laser fluorescence observation will

degrade the image quality somewhat]

(1) Filter

• Always disengage filters from the light path for laser transmitted observation. A good image will not be obtainable if a fllter is left engaged.

2-8

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

(2) Universal condenser

For Nomarski observation, engage the Nomarski prism (optional) suitable for the objective in use.

(Similar for both visual and laser Nomarski observation.) Note that tiie polarizer should also be engaged in the case of laser Nomarski obsen/ation. (Note that the analyzer U-AN should be removed from Uie light path in tiie case of laser Nomarski observation.)

[Note that laserphase contrast observation js hot poisfsil)le due to construction

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2-9

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

IX Confiquration

(6) Filter

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

objective lens

(1) Light path selector

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

(2) Cube tunet

(7) Magnification selector knob

(3)

Analyzer

IX-AN

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

• transmitted light lamphousing

• lamp socket

"OPERATOR SERVICE" (4) DIC prism

U-DICT(dummy

slider)

(optional)

2-10

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

(1) Light path selector

• When tiie knob is set at the ^[ position, visual observation is possible.

• Set the knob at the ( SP ] position for laser microscope use.

(2) Cube turret

• Engage the designated cube for visual fluorescence observation.

• When used as a laser microscope and for visual transmitted light observation, operate tiie turret to place the index at the [ [ O )] position.

(Set the cube tun'et so that no cube is engaged.)

(3) Analyzer IX-AN

(Optional)

• Engage the analyzer into the light path for visual transmitted Nomarski observation and transmitted polarized light observation. The analyzer is engaged at the pushed-in position.

• Always remove the analyzer from the light path when used as a laser microscope. The analyzer is disengaged at the pulled-out position. If the analyzer is engaged, a good image cannot be achieved.

(4) DIC prism

U-DICT

(Optional)

• Engaged into the light path for laser Nomarski observation and visual transmitted Nomarski observation.

• A better image is achieved if the

U-DICT

is removed from the light path in case of laser

fluorescence observation. For fluorescence observation alone, disengage the

U-DICT

from the light

path.

[Leaving the

U-DICT

engaged during laser fluorescence observation will

degrade the image quality somewhat.]

(1) Filter

• Always disengage filters from the light path for laser transmitted observation. A good image will not be obtainable if a filter is left engaged.

2-11

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

(2) Condenser

For Nomarski obsen/ation, engage the Nomarski prism (optional) conesponding to the objective in use. (This applies to both visual and laser Nomarski obsen/ation.) Note that the polarizer should also be engaged for Nomarski obsen/ation. (Note that the analyzer IX-AN should be disengaged for laser Nomarski observation.)

(3) Magnification selector knob

For LSM use, always select IX (knob pushed-in).

The 1.5X setting cannot be used.

[Note that laser phase coritrast obseivatloh is'.nbt possible due to cohstructibn

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2-12

2 MAIN UNITS AND DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

2-3 Transmitted Light Detector (Optional)

FVX-TD-BX (for BX50, BXWI)

(1) Light paUi selector

• When the knob is pushed-in, laser transmitted light observation is possible.

• When the knob is pulled-out visual transmitted light observation is possible.

(D Light path selector

FVX-TD-IX (for IX)

• When the knob is pushed-in, laser transmitted light observation is possible.

• When the knob is pulled-out, visual transmitted light observation is possible.

(1) Light path selector

2-13

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

This section explains the order of procedures for specimen obsen/ation.

3-1 Fluorescence Observation

3-1-1 Bringing the Specimen into Focus

3-1-1-1

BX50, BXWI Configuration

Push in the light path selector knob (1) on tiie

binocular observation tube to select Uie 100% at

binocular eyepieces setting.

Operate the cube turret to engage the cube

corresponding to the specimen fluorochrome.

3. While looking through tiie eyepieces, bring the specimen into focus. Make sure to adjust the eyepiece diopter correctly. (Refer to tiie BX

instmction manual.)

stage clips

* When using the Z-motor, clear the check from

the [Engage motor] check box (see Section 42-2-1 of the OPERATION MANUAL) on the [Z Stage] panel on the [Acquire] panel. Then operate the microscope frame's focusing adjustment knob (fine) to bring the specimen into focus. Damage to the Z-motor may occur if the microscope frame's focusing adjustment knob is operated while the [Engage motor] check box Is checked.

* The specimen may float during oil immersion

observation. While refening to tiie figure on the left, attach ttie stage clips provided with the microscope frame.

3-1

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-1-1-2

IX Configuration

Turn the light paUi selector dial (1) on ttie right

side of Uie microscope to the ^ position. While looking through the eyepieces, bring the specimen into focus. Make sure to adjust the diopter adjustment ring of Uie eyepiece. (Refer to the 1X50/70 instiuction manual.)

Operate the cube tun-et to engage the cube

corresponding to the specimen fluorochrome.

3. While looking through the eyepieces, bring the specimen into focus. Make sure to adjust Uie eyepiece diopter correctiy. (Refer to the IX instmction manual.)

* When using the Z-motor, clear the check from

the [Engage motor] check box (see Section 42-2-1 ofthe OPERATION MANUAL) on the \Z Stage] panel on the [Acquire] panel. Then operate the microscope frame's focusing adjustment knob (fine) to bring the specimen into focus. Damage to the Z-motor may occur if the microscope frame's focusing adjustment knob is operated while the [Engage motor] check box is checked.

* The specimen may float during oil immersion

observation. While refemng to the figure on ttie left, attach Uie stage clips provided witii the microscope frame.

3-2

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-1-2 Selecting the LSM Light Path

3-1-2-1 BX50, BXWI Configuration

Pull out the light path selector (1) on the trinocular obsen/ation tube

the stop position.

Operate the cube turret (2) on the vertical illuminator to align

the

index with

the [( Q ) ]

position.

the analyzer U-AN

(3) is

mounted, disengage

by pulling

out to the pulled-out

clickstop. (Leaving

the

U-DICT

engaged during laser fluorescence observation will

degrade the image quality somewhat)

(D Light path selector

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

(2) Cube tun-et

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

nosepiece

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

objective lens

(6) Universal condenser

(5) Filters

LBD ND6 ND25

(3) Analyzer

U-AN (Optional)

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

(4) DIC prism

U-DICT(dummy slider) (optional)

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

• transmitted light lamphousing

• lamp socket

3-3

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-1-2-2

IX Configuration

Tum the light path selector (1) to the [[ SP J ] position. Set the magnification selector knob (7) to lx. Rotate the cube turret to select [ ( Q ]]. If the analyzer IX-AN (3) is mounted, disengage it by pulling it out to the far clickstop. (Leaving the

U-DICT

engaged during laser fluorescence observation will degrade tiie

image quality somewhat.)

(6) Filter

OPERATOR SERVICE"

transmitted light lamphousing lamp socket

(5) Condenser

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

objective lens

"OPERATOR SERVICE" (4) DIC prism

U-DICT(dummy slider) (optional)

(1) Light path selector

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

(2) Cube tun-et

(7) Magnification selector knob

(3) Analyzer

IX-AN

(optional)

3-4

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-1-3 Selecting the Pinhole

Operate the pinhole tun-et (1) to select ttie pinhole corresponding to tiie pinhole number indicated for

each

objective on tiie control panel.

(Refer

Section

2-1,

Scan Unit)

3-1-4 Selecting the Detection Mode

Set ttie detection mode selector slider to the designated position in accordance

with

Uie

fluochrome ofthe specimen to be

observed.

doubt about

Uie

setting,

refer to Section 41-2, Adjusting the Scan Unit, in the Operation Manual and follow the prompts of the [Microscope Configuration] window.

Example for reference

Fluochrome

FITC

Lucifer Yellow etc.

FITC + TRITC FITC + PI etc.

TRITC

Detection Channel

CHI

CH1/CH2

CH2

Detection Mode Selector Slider

Position

Pushed in

Middle position

* Pulled out

(Referto Section

2-1,

Scan Unit)

* In case of single-stained specimens, a brighter

image can be observed if ttie slider is set at the pushed-in or out positions. Avoid the niiddle position.

3-1-5 Engaging the Barrier Filter

Depending on the

fluochrome

the

specimen to

observed,

engage barrier

Alters

as required. The banier

filter

slider is engaged into the light

path

at ttie pushed-in position, and

disengaged at

Uie

pulled-out position.

* No image will appear if the slider is stopped between the positions. Always set at

correct position.

If in doubt about the

setting,

refer to Section

4-1-2,

Adjusting the Scan Unit, in the Operation Manual and follow the prompts of the [Microscope Configuration] window.

Example for reference

Fluorochrome

FITC

FITC + PI

TRITC

CHI BA510IF BA510IF

—

(BA500-540)

—

CH2

—

BA565IF

—

(BA590)

—

3-5

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

(5) FIKer slider cover

screws

(2) [}etection mode

selector slider

UBBt IMTEI6ITY

(4) ND filter turret

(7) Laser line filter turret

(only

for

Kr and

laser

combination)

(1) Pinhole turret

~B|

9(S)9

OLYMPUS

FLUOVIEW

(3) Barrier filter slider

3-1-6 Selecting

the

ND Filter

Operate tiie

filter

turret (4) to select the appropriate ND

filter.

Select the ND

filter

accordance with the specimen brightness and level

photobleaching.

The

ND20%

filter

may be appropriate to start

with.

3-1-7 Selecting

the

Laser Line Filter

(Kr

and

Laser Combination)

Operate the laser

filter

turret (7) to select the laser line

filter.

Examples for reference

Fluochrome

FITC

Lucifer Yellow etc.

FITC + TRITC FITC + PI etc.

TRITC etc.

Laser line filter

488

568 ^^ ^^

4'***

AT25 AT6

568

(Refer

"(6) Laser line

filter

tun-et" in Section

2-1,

Scan Unit)

3-6

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-2 Transmitted Observation

The procedures for

transmitted

observation are similar to those for

fluorescence

observation. Also refer

to Section

3-1,

Fluorescence obsen/ation.

3-2-1 Selecting the Transmitted Light Detector Light Path (Visual Setting)

3-2-1-1

BX50, BXWI Configuration

Pull out the light

path

selector (1).

(D Light path selector

3-2-1-2

IX Configuration

Pull out the light path selector (1).

(D Light path selector

3-2-2 Bringing the Specimen into Focus

(Refer to Section

3-1-1,

Bringing Uie Specimen into Focus.) When using Nomarski DIC attachment, refer to the instruction manuals for the respective microscope frames.

3-7

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-2-3 Selecting the LSM Light Path

3-2-3-1

BX50, BXWI Configuration

Pull out

Uie

light path selector (1) on Uie trinocular observation tube to the pulled-out

clickstop.

Operate the cube turret (2) on the vertical illuminator to align the index with Uie

[Col]

3. If

the

analyzer U-AN (3) is

mounted,

disengage it by pulling it out to the pulled-out

clickstop. (It makes no difference if

the

DIC prism

U-DICT

(4) remains engaged.)

Disengage all the

filters

(5) from Uie light

path.

5. Select the LSM light path on the transmitted light detector. (Push in the light path selector (1) on the

ttansmitted

light detector.)

(1) Light path selector

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

(2) Cube tunet

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

nosepiece

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

objective lens

(6) Universal condenser

(5)Filters

LBD ND6 ND25

(3) Analyzer

U-Mi (Optional)

"OPERATOR SERVICE" (4) DIC prism

U-DICT(dummy

slider)

(optional)

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

• transmitted light lamphousing

• lamp socket

3-8

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-2-3-2

IX Configuration

Tum the light path selector (1) to select the [[ sP W setting.

Set the magnification selector knob (7) to IX.

3. Operate the cube turret4o select the

[ (

Q J position.

If the analyzer U-AN (3) is mounted, disengage it by pulling it out to the far clickstop. (It

makes no difference if the DIC prism

U-DICT

(4) remains engaged into the light paUi.)

5. Remove all the filters from the light

path.

6. Select the LSM light path for the transmitted light detector. (The Light path selector of the transmitted light detector should be set at the pushed-in position.)

(6) Filter

(5) Condenser

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

objective lens

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

• transmitted light lamphousing

• lamp socket

(1) Light path selector

"OPERATOR SERVICE" (4) DIC prism

U-DICT(dummy sikler) (optional)

"OPERATOR SERVICE"

(2) Cube tun-et

(7) Magnification selector knob

(3) Analyzer

IX-AN (Optional)

3-9

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-2-4 Selecting the Detection Mode

When the detection mode selector slider (2) is:

• Pushed in, transmitted light is detected by CH2.

• Pulled out, transmitted light is 'detected by CHI. Consequently, when only transmitted observation is performed, the detection mode selector slider (2) may be set at either position. When performing fluorescence observation simultaneously with transmitted observation, set the detection mode selector slider at the position specified for the specimen fluochrome. If in doubt about the setting, refer to Section 4-1-2, Adjusting the Scan Unit in the Operation Manual and follow the prompts of the [Microscope Configuration] window. (Refer to Section

2-1,

Scan Unit in this manual.)

Examples for reference

Observation modes

FITC + TR(Transmitted)

TRITC + TRfTransmitted)

CHI

FITC

TR(Transmitted)

CH2

TRfTransmitted)

TRITC

Detection mode

selector slider

Pushed in Pulled out

[

The middle position of the detection mode selector slider is used for observation double-stained specimens like FITC+PI.

ion of ^

(5) Filter sliders cover screws

"OPERATOR SERVICE" (2) Detection mode (D Pinhole turret

selector slider

USm INIEKSITY

GOIFOCAL.

BMRIBtR

OLYMPUS

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(4) ND fllter turret

(6) Laser line filter turret

(3) Banier filter slider

3-10

3 PREPARATIONS FOR OBSERVATION

3-2-5 Disengaging the Barrier Filter

Remove all the barrier

filters

from the channel to detect transmitted light. (The banier filter

slider

(3)

should

at ttie pulled-out position.)

doubt about tiie setting, refer to Section

4-1-2,

Adjusting the Scan Unit in the Operation

Manual and follow ttie prompts of ttie [Microscope Configuration] window.

3-2-6 Selecting the ND Filter

Operate the ND

filter

turret (4) to engage a suitable ND

filter.

Select tiie ND

filter

in accordance witii the specimen brightness

and

level of photobleaching.

The

ND20%

filter

may be appropriate to start

with.

3-11

4 SPECTRAL CHARACTERISTICS OF FILTERS

Barrier filters

BA510IF

BA585IF

Representative filter combinations for Ar laser use

BA565IF (

DM488-

460

Ar laser Excitation wavelength 488 nm

700

EDM570 is a dichroic mirror for splitting fluorescence light into CH1/CH2. DM488 is dichroic mirror for excitation.

4-1

4 SPECTRAL CHARACTERISTICS OF FILTERS

• Representative filter combination for the Kr and Ar laser combination

DM488/568 \ , BA510IF

100

50 -

450

Excitation wavelength 488nm

EDM570 is a dichroic min-or for splitting fluorescence light into CH1/CH2. DM488/568 is dichroic mirror for double excitation for use with Uie KrAr

laser.

700

wavelength 568nm

4-2

5 SPECIFICATIONS

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Laser unit

Scan unit

Control unit

Ar laser

Kr laser

Scan mode Laser input Shutter ND filter Scan area

Scan center position

Scan mode Detection mode

setting Banier filter

Confocal pinhole Light detector

Applicable wavelengths

Dimensions (mm) Weight Image input

Real-time processing Image memory

Input memory Image display Image processing Image analysis image output

Z-movement

Dimensions (mm) Weight Power requirement

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5 mW output, random or linear polarization. Air cooled Argon ion laser (488 nm) Scan unit connection: Single mode optical fiber (3 m) Power requirements: 100V 10A (MAX)

15 mW output, linear polarization. Air cooled Kr ion laser (568 nm) Scan unit connection: Single mode optical fiber (3 m) Power requirements: 200V single phase, 20A or more

Polarized light produced by dual scanning galvanometer min-ors. Via fiber connection Blocks the laser when not scanning 5-aperture switchable tun-et type: 100, 50, 20,6, 0% transmission 16X12 rectangular area inscribed in the F.N. 20 boundary circle.

ZOOM:

1 to 10.

ZOOM 1.5 to 10: The center position may be moved within the X-Y direction within the ZOOM 1 scanning area.

XY, XZ, XT, XYZ, XYT, XYZ

volume projection

3-step

switchable (CH1/CH2: FL/TR, FtTFL, TR/FL)

2 filters per channel. Sharp-cut filter (filters for laser use) Band pass filter (user-replaceable)

5-pinhole tun-et (60,100,150, 200, 300 nm) Photomultiplier 350 - 650 nm

390(VV)x 280(D) X 197(H) 11kg 2-channel input

OFFSET: 0-100% GAIN:

1-1

/VD conversion. 4096 gradations (12 bit)

Kalman filter processing. Peak detection integration.

1024 pixel X 768 pixel X 4096 gradations LUT alteration, tiling, zooming, 3D display. Filter processing, image processing. Line profile, intensity map, histogram, length, area measurement Gradations: R, G, B, 256 gradations each

Output signal: R, G, B Sync non-interiace. standard:

Z-motor (resolution 0.1 nm)

Optional:

Piezoelectric stage (for BX), piezoelectric nosepiece (for

IX).

stroke: 100 nm, resolution: 0.1 nm

124 (W)x 342 (D)x 382(H)

9kg

100/120/220/240V AC

1.6/1.6/0.8/O.SA

50/60Hz

5-1

5 SPECIFICATIONS

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Laser unit

Scan unit

Control unit

Ar laser

Kr laser

Scan mode Laser input Shutter ND filter Scan area

Scan center position

Scan mode Detection mode

setting Barrier filter

Confocal pinhole Light detector

Applicable wavelengths

Image input

Real-time processing Image memory

Input memory Image display Image processing Image analysis Image output

Z-movement

Dimensions (mm) Power requirement

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5 mW output, random or linear polarizaition. Air cooled Argon ion laser (488 nm) Scan unit connection: Single mode optical fiber (3 m) Power requirements: 100V 10A (M/VX)

15 mW output, linear polarization. Air cooled Kr ion laser (568 nm) Scan unit connection: Single mode optical fiber (3 m) Power requirements: 200V single phase, 20A or more

Polarized light produced by dual scanning galvanometer min-ors. Via fiber connection Blocks the laser when not scanning 5-aperture switchable turret type: 100, 50, 20, 6, 0% transmission 16X12 rectangular area inscribed in the F.N. 20 boundary circle.

ZOOM:

1 to 10.

ZOOM 1.5 to 10: The center position may be moved within the X-Y direction within the ZOOM 1 scanning area.

XY, XZ, XT, XYZ, XYT, XYZl, volume projection 3-step

switchable (CH1/CH2: FL/TR, FUFL, TR/FL)

2 filters per channel. Sharp-cut filter (filters for laser use) Band pass filter (user-replaceable)

5-pinhole tun-et (60, 100,150, 200, 300 nm) Photomultiplier 350 - 650 nm

2-channel input OFFSET: 0-100% GAIN:

1-1

A/D conversion. 4096 gradations (12 bit) Kalman filter processing. Peak detection integration.

1024 pixel X 768 pixel X 4096 gradations LUT alteration, tiling, zooming, 3D display. Filter prcxessing, image processing. Line profile, intensity map, histogram, length, area measurement Gradations: R, G, B, 256 gradations each

Output signal: R, G, B Sync non-interiace. Standard:

Z-motor (resolution 0.1 nm)

Optional:

Piezoelectric stage (for BX), piezoelectric nosepiece (for

IX).

Sti-oke: 100 nm, resolution: 0.1 nm 124 (VV)x 342 (D)x 382(H) 100V3A

5-1

5 SPECIFICATIONS

Microscope fi-ame [Upright] BX50-FLA-FVX

BXWI-FLA-FVX [Inclined] IX70-FLA-FVX Stand

for

Computer system

Power controller

Z-motor

Computer desk Stand

for

Anti-vibration table forBX

Anti-vibration table for IX, BXWI

Options

Microscope ft-ame Trinocular

observation tube light path selection

Objective Microscope ft-ame Objective

Computer

Monitor Magneto-optical disk

No.

outlets

Capacity

Dimensions (mm) Dimensions (mm)

Anti-vibration system

Dimensions

(mm)

Anti-vibration system

Dimensions (mm)

Piezoelectric

Z-stage

Transmitted light detector

Objective micrometer

Green HeNe laser unit

Rubber feet

anti-

vibration table

for IX

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BX50,

BXWI

2 settings (100%

for

binocular eyepieces; 100%

for

LSM)

UIS series IX70-FVX-F, IX70-FVXPZ-F UIS series Scan unit,

for

support

Specially designed

for BX

microscopes

IBM PC-AT compatible, Windows 3.11 (English)

17"

230 MB 6 / JP

(not

usable

for

the laser power supply unit, reflected light

module power supply)

100V 15A (MAX)

Microscope fine adjustment knob axis. One full tum: 100

Minimum resolution: 0,1

nm*

650 (W) X 700 (D) x 670

(H)

800 (W) x 700 (D) X 670

(H)

Rubber feet

790 (W) X 667 (D) x 73

(H)

Air

1000

(W)x

700

(D)x

750(H)

Cross-control

extemal sensor

Stroke: 100

Minimum resolution: 0.1

Position reproducibility:

± 0.2 nm

2 light path settings; transmitted detection/transmitted illumination Connected

the scan unit via optical fiber connection.

100 degrees,

for

reflected light

Random polarization

1.5 mW

(543

nm)

Direct connection,

filter tunet provided

1000 (W) X 680 (D) x 73 (H) (mm)

5-2

5 SPECIFICATIONS

Operating environment

Indoor use. Altitude: Max. 2000m Ambient temperature: 5°C to 40t

(41*

F to 109* F)

10°C to35t (Performance guarantees)

Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C

(88'

F) decreasing lineariy tiirough 70% at 34t (93' F), 60% at

3rt(99*

F). to 50% relative humidity at 40°C (109" F)

Main supply voltage fluctuations not to exceed ±10% of the nominal voltage.

Pollution Degree 2 (in accordance writti lEC 664) Installation / Over voltage Category n (in accordance

virith

lEC

664)

5-3

II mil

inie^QQinij Q ^'

Concerning

This section explains countermeasures to be taken in the event that a problem occurs.

Please read this section and try the countermeasures before contacting Olympus. If the problem persists, then contact Olympus.

Contents

Section 1 Problem Countermeasures 1-1

Section 1 Problem Countermeasures

Due to Uie usage, the functions of the system sometimes are not fully effective, although there has been no failure; tiierefore, when a problem occurs, refer to the following chart and apply the appropriate countermeasures. If the same phenomenon continues to occur after the countermeasures have been taken, contact your local Olympus dealer.

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^:j;^.^.CountermeasureF^^'<"»

;Manual;Referencel

No fluorescent light

image.

The laser is not oscillating.

Make sure ttie laser unit power supply is tumed on and ttie emission key is on.

Inttoduction to Fluoview, 2-6-2.

The light path selector lever is not set to the LSM light path.

Set the light path selector lever to the LSM light

path.

Hardware,

2-2,

3-1-2.

The visual observation dichroic mirror and analyzer are on the microscope side.

Remove the visual observation dichroic mirror and analyzer from the light path.

The detector photomultiplier voltage is low.

Use the PMT scale of the [Acquire] panel to increase the photomultiplier voltage.

Operation,

4-1-3-10.

The excitation light is weak.

Change to a high transmission ratio ND fllter.

Hardware, 2-1,

3-1-6.

The fluorescent light dye

color and excitation

wavelength are not matched

(krypton/argon laser combination).

Select a laser line filter that matches the fluorescent light dye color. Refer to Operation, 4-1-2 Scan Unit Setting. Follow the instructions in the [Microscope Conflguration] window.

Operation,

4-1-2.

Hardware, 3-1-7.

The fluorescent light dye color and absorption filter

are not matched.

Select an absorption filter that matches the fluorescent light dye color. Refer to Operation, 4-1-2 Scan Unit Setting, r Follow the insti^ctions in the [Microscope Configuration] window.

Operation,

4-1-2.

Hardware, 3-1-5

and 4.

The confocal aperture is too small.

Increase the aperture.

Hardware, 2-1.

The offset value is too large.

Lower the offset to an appropriate value.

Operation,

4-1-3-10.

1-1

Section 1 Problem Countermeasures

^^K^^^^S

No fluorescent light

image.

No transmitted light

image.

3. Images are disrupted.

Visibility is

poor.

5. Bluning and uneven clarity.

6. Flare is visible.

:^Kl^aus^i^Si^

The photomultiplier of the channel set with the detection mode setting knob is not set.

The transmitted light detector is not correctiy set.

The

U-ansmitted

light

filter

at ttie microscope base is in the light

patti.

The absorption filter is in the light

path.

Too much vibration at the setting location.

Fluorescent or other extemal light is being detected.

The analyzer is in the light path.

Scanning speed is fast

The fluorescent light dye color and absorption filter are not matched.

The excitation light is too weak.

Too much vibration at Uie setting location.

The specimen is mounted inclined.

Non-fluorescent glass is not being used.

g^^^'JCountemrieasureliJ^sg

Check the [Chi] and [Ch2] check boxes of the [Acquire]

panel.

Con-ectly set ttie transmitted

light path selector knob of Uie transmitted light detection unit.

Correctly set the detection

mode setting slider of the scan unit

Remove the fllter from the

light

patti.

Remove the absorption filter

in the ti-ansmitted light detection channel of the scan unit from the light

path. Consult your Olympus

dealer.

Darken the room and read the image again.

Remove ttie analyzer from the light

path.

Lower the scanning speed to an appropriate speed or

integrate the images. Select an absorption filter

that matches the fluorescent

light dye

color.

Refer to Operation, 4-1-2 Scan Unit Setting. Follow the

instmctions in the [Microscope Configuration] window.

Change to a high transmission ratio ND

filter.

Consult your Olympus dealer.

Set the specimen con-ectty.

Use non-fluorescent glass.

?Manual!Reference^ Hardware, 2-1.

Operation,

4-1-3-3.

Hardware, 3-2-3.

Hardware, 2-1, 3-2-4

Hardware, 2-2, 3-2-3.

Hardware, 3-2-5.

—

•

—

Hardware, 3-1-2, 3-2-3.

Operation,

4-1-3-11,

4-1-5.

Operation,

4-1-2. Hardware, 3-1-5 and 4.

Hardware, 2-1, 3-1-6.

—

Refer to the microscope instmction manual.

1-2

Section 1 Problem Countermeasures

^^^«^

6. Flare is visible.

7. Circular flares appear in the center of the image.

8. Blun-ing is visible.

9. Images are dari< with excessive noise.

10.

Poor reproduction of Z

motor positions.

11.

The Fluoview software

will not start.

12.

The [Acquire] panel is

not displayed.

•^m^amm

The cover glass ttiickness is

not suitable.

The specimen is

over-

stained. The excitation wavelength

and absorption fllter type are not matched.

An absorption filter has not been inserted.

The focus is not correctly adjusted.

The con-ect pinhole has not

been selected.

The dye color is too weak.

The pinhole is too small.

The photomultiplier HV exceeds-800.

Scanning speed is too fast

The excitation light is too weak.

The Z position slips because the tension of ttie microscope coarse movement handle is too light

The Fluoview software has already been started.

Anotiier application software is operating.

The control unit is not recognized.

ftmmQounleTmeaswe"MMi Use a cover glass witti a

thickness of 0.17mm. Use an appropriate dye color

or increase the offset value. Select an absorption fllter

that matches the excitation wavelength.

Refer to Operation, 4-1-2. Follow ttie insU^ctions in tiie [Microscope Configuration] window.

Re-focus using visual observation.

Select the correct pinhole.

Set an appropriate dye

color.

Adjust to an appropriate position.

Use an HV of less than -800. If

dari<,

adjust the

gain.

Lower the scanning speed to an appropriate speed or integrate the images.

Change to a high transmission ratio ND

filter.

Increase ttie tension by tuming the adjustment ring and adjusting until the coarse movement handle tension increases suitably.

Press the keyboard (Alt) and fTab) keys to switch to Fluoview.

Shut down the other application software and start the Fluoview software.

Check Uie connection between the computer and contt-ol unit Tum on tiie control unit power supply. Turn on the AUX2 switch of the power controller.

;iManuai,iReference^'

— •

Operation,

4-1-3-10.

Operation,

4-1-2. Hardware, 3-1-5 and 4.

Refer to ttie microscope instiojction manual.

Hardware, 2-1.

—

Hardware, 2-1.

Operation,

4-1-3-10.

Operation,

4-1-3-11.

Hardware, 2-1, 3-1-6.

Refer to the microscope instmction manual.

Operation,

2-1-1.

Inti-oduction to Fluoview, 2-6-2.

1-3

Section 1 Problem Countermeasures

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13.

The scale of tiie [Z

Stage] in the [Acquire] panel is not woridng.

14.

The fine movement

handle of the microscope will not move or moves with difficulty.

15.

Images cannot be saved

to disk.

16.

Images are not output to

the printer.

17.

The mouse pointer does

not move when the mouse is moved.

The Z stage (Z revolver) motor is not being excited.

The Z stage (Z revolver) motor is being excited.

The disk has not been formatted (in the case of a floppy disk or photoelectric disk).

The photomagnetic disk is not recognized.

Insufficient empty space on

Uie disk.

The printer is not being recognized.

The software is misoperating.

^!/i^seountemiMisdre-^<|?s^i Check the [Engage motor]

check box of ttie [Z Stage] panel.

Clear the [Engage motor] check box of ttie [Z motor] panel in the [Acquire] panel.

Format the disk.

Make sure the photoelectric disk power supply is on.

Check ttie cable connections.

Increase the available space by deleting unnecessary data or use a new disk (formatting is necessary).

Make sure the printer power supply is on.

Check the cable connections.

Press the keyboard +(ctri)

( Alt 1 -^ (Dellete ] keys and observe the messages that appear. Shut down Fluoview. Shut down Windows and restart the computer.

IManuaHReferenbe^ Operation,

4-1-3-8.

Operation,

4-1-3-8.

Operation,

Appendix

Refer to Uie photoelectric disk instruction manual.

Operation,

Appendix

Refer to the printer instruction manual.

Operation,

2-1.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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