TQC LD6184 Operating Instructions Manual

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DIGITAL USB MICROSCOPE

LD6184

Operating Instructions for the

TQC DIGITAL USB MICROSCOPE
LD6184

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Table of Contents

1. Precaution...................................................................................................................................................................... 1

2. Preparation.................................................................................................................................................................... 2

2.1 Scope of supply............................................................................................................................................................. 2

2.2 Part Names & Functions.............................................................................................................................................. 3

3. Key features...................................................................................................................................................................4

4. Use......................................................................................................................................................................................4

4.1 Installing Battery............................................................................................................................................................4

4.2 Inserting MicroSD Card................................................................................................................................................5

4.3 Display Icons & Meanings...........................................................................................................................................5

4.4 Switching on microscope...........................................................................................................................................5

4.5 Switching off Microscope...........................................................................................................................................6

4.6 Capture an image.......................................................................................................................................................... 6

4.7 Record a video................................................................................................................................................................ 7

4.8 Play back...........................................................................................................................................................................7

4.9 Deleting files................................................................................................................................................................... 7

4.10 Protecting files............................................................................................................................................................... 7

4.11 Slide show....................................................................................................................................................................... 8

4.12 Color mode..................................................................................................................................................................... 8

4.13 Zoom function............................................................................................................................................................... 8

4.14 Downloading files......................................................................................................................................................... 9

4.15 Preview............................................................................................................................................................................. 9

4.16 Charging battery........................................................................................................................................................... 9

4.17 Connecting to TV.......................................................................................................................................................... 9

4.18 Mounting Tripod......................................................................................................................................................... 10

5. Menu Introductions.................................................................................................................................................10

5.1 Main Menu I.................................................................................................................................................................10

5.1.1 Resolution......................................................................................................................................................................10

5.1.2 Timer................................................................................................................................................................................11

5.1.3 Quality.............................................................................................................................................................................11

5.1.4 Sharpness.......................................................................................................................................................................12

5.2 Main Menu II............................................................................................................................................................... 12

5.2.1 Language....................................................................................................................................................................... 12

5.2.2 Power Save................................................................................................................................................................... 13

5.2.3 Frequency...................................................................................................................................................................... 13

5.2.4 Date Stamp................................................................................................................................................................... 13

5.2.5 TV out.............................................................................................................................................................................. 14

5.2.6 Date/Time...................................................................................................................................................................... 14

5.2.7 Format SD...................................................................................................................................................................... 14

5.2.8 System Reset.................................................................................................................................................................15

5.2.9 Version............................................................................................................................................................................ 15

6. Specifications............................................................................................................................................................. 15

7. Computer System Minimun Requirement....................................................................................................15

8. Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................................... 16

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PortableCapture Software Introductions

1. Installing Software...................................................................................................................................................17

2. Starting Microscope................................................................................................................................................ 17

3. Software Introductions......................................................................................................................................... 18

3.1 Preview size.................................................................................................................................................................. 18

3.2 Rotate Image................................................................................................................................................................ 18

3.3 Date/Time...................................................................................................................................................................... 18

3.4 Language....................................................................................................................................................................... 19

3.5 Full Screen.....................................................................................................................................................................19

3.6 Capture.......................................................................................................................................................................... 20

3.7 Edit Photos................................................................................................................................................................... 20

3.7.1 Preview photos........................................................................................................................................................... 20

3.7.2 Save photos................................................................................................................................................................. 21

3.7.3 Delete photos.............................................................................................................................................................. 21

3.7.4 Copy photos................................................................................................................................................................ 21

3.8 Edit Videos.................................................................................................................................................................... 21

3.9 Quit PortableCapture .............................................................................................................................................. 21

4. Measurement............................................................................................................................................................ 22

5. PortableCapture for Mac..................................................................................................................................... 24

5.1 Installing PortableCapture .....................................................................................................................................24

5.2 Using PortableCapture ........................................................................................................................................... 24

5.3 Preview......................................................................................................................................................................... 24

5.4 Preview size................................................................................................................................................................. 24

5.5 Date/Time.................................................................................................................................................................... 24

5.6 Photo Capture............................................................................................................................................................ 24

5.7 Video Capture............................................................................................................................................................. 24

5.8 Edit Photo/Video......................................................................................................................................................... 25

5.9 Help info........................................................................................................................................................................ 25

5.10 Quit portablecaputre.................................................................................................................................................25

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WELCOME

Thank you for purchasing a TQC Portable Digital Microscope. Please take a moment to read through this
manual. Its contents will help you to get the best use of the smart microscope.

1. PRECAUTION

Before using Portable Digital Microscope, please ensure that you read and understand the safety precautions
described below. Always ensure that the Portable Digital Microscope is operated correctly.

• Do not try to open the case of Portable Digital Microscope or attempt to modify the Portable Digital

Microscope in any way. Maintenance and repairs should be performed only by authorized service
Providers only.

• Keep the Portable Digital Microscope away from water and other liquids. Do not use the Portable Digital

Microscope with wet hands. Never use the Portable Digital Microscope in the rain or snow. Moisture
creates the danger of fire and electric shock.

• Keep the Portable Digital Microscope and its accessories out of the reach of children and animals to prevent

accidents or damage to the Portable Digital Microscope. If you notice smoke or a strange odor coming from
Portable Digital Microscope, turn the power off immediately. Take Portable Digital Microscope to the nearest
authorized service center for repair. Never attempt to repair Portable Digital Microscope on your own.

• The Portable Digital Microscope may become slightly warm during use. This does not indicate malfunction.

• If the exterior of Portable Digital Microscope needs cleaning, wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

FCC NOTICE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.

CAUTION

To comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules, this device, when
needed, must only be connected to computer equipment certified to comply with the Class B limits.

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2. PREPARATION

2.1 Scope of supply

Portable Digital Microscope Lithium Battery AC adaptor

CD USB cable TV cable

QSG Cleaning fabric Carry bag

Stand Strap

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2.2 Parts Names & Functions

No. Functions No. Functions

1 Capture 13 Battery compartment
2 Zoom in/out

Screen icon display on/off

14 TFT display

3 TV-out 15 UP color mode switch
4 USB port 16 Menu setup
5 DC-in 17 OK
6 AUX LED’s 18 Down
7 Lens 19 Left/Back
8 Tripod Mounting hold 20 Power on / off
9 Micro SD card slot 21 Speaker
10 Wrist strap grip hook 22 Microphone
11 Focus wheel 23 Battery charging indicator
12 LED’s brightness dial

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3. KEY FEATURES

- 3 inch TFT panel

- 5M high quality image sensor (up to 12M by interpolation)

- 20x-200x-500x magnification

- Photo & Video

- Timer

- Measurement (when working on computer)

- Support MicroSD card up to 32GB

- Driver free to download for Windows XP SP2/ Vista/Win7/Win8 and Mac OS 10.6 ~ 10.8 (direct plug-in, driver

installation not required)

- Lithium battery (rechargeable & changeable)

4. USE

4.1 Installing the battery

1. Open the battery door by sliding it outwards.

2. Insert the lithium battery into the battery compartment
according to the polarities shown in the compartment.

Note: Before using the microscope, you must charge the
battery. Please refer to section 4.9 on how to
charge the battery.

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4.2 Inserting the MicroSD Card (not included)

You must insert a MicroSD card (not supplied) to record and
store your pictures and videos.
Inserting the MicroSD memory card:

1. Turn off the microscope

2. Insert the MicroSD card into the MicroSD card slot, gently
press in until card is latched.

Note: Do not force the card into the slot, forcing may damage
microscope and the MicroSD memory card.
Align MicroSD card position (as marked) and try again. The
MicroSD memory card must be formatted
before capture. See the following instruction.

4.3 Display Icons & Meanings

Note: The icon display can be switched on/off by pressing zoom wheel (2) downwards vertically.

4.4 Switching on the Microscope

1. Unfold the display panel, the microscope will switch on directly.

2. If you need to switch it on when panel is unfolded, press POWER
ON/OFF button.

ICON MEANING

Still image capture

Timer capture

Captured image qty/total qty
that can be captured (based on
current resolution)

Micro SD card inserted

Current resolution

Battery indicator

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4.5 Switching off the Microscope

1. Fold the display panel and then the microscope will switch off automatically

2. Press ON/OFF button

3. By Power Save. Please refer to Section 5.2.2 for Power Save setup.

4.6 Capture an image

1. Switch on the microscope by simply unfolding the display panel
to a proper position, normally at an angle of 90 degrees with the
viewing end as follows:

2. Adjust the LED brightness dial to get a proper brightness of the
LEDs at the microscope’s viewing end.

3. Hold the microscope main body by right hand; put the viewing
end closely to target object; adjust focus wheel to get clear image
with left hand.

4. When a clear image is displayed, hold the microscope steadily
and press Capture button (1) once.

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