AmScope T720 Series User Manual

T720 Series Microscope
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Contents
BEFORE USE.............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Introduction .........................................................................................................................................................4
Precautions..........................................................................................................................................................4
1. MICROSCOPE PARTS...............................................................................................................................................5
2. OPERATION............................................................................................................................................................7
2.1 Unpacking......................................................................................................................................................7
2.2 Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................8
2.3 Adjusting the View........................................................................................................................................11
2.4 Specimen Set Up...........................................................................................................................................12
2.5 Focusing.......................................................................................................................................................13
2.6 Using the Trinocular Port.............................................................................................................................14
2.7 Attaching a Camera......................................................................................................................................14
2.8 Setting the Stage’s Stop-Limit........................................................................................................................15
2.9 Adjusting Focus Tension...............................................................................................................................15
2.10 Setting the Condenser Lens Adjustment Knob ..............................................................................................15
2.11 Adjusting the Iris ........................................................................................................................................16
2.12 Changing a Filter (Optional Accessory) ......................................................................................................16
2.13 Changing the Fuse......................................................................................................................................16
2.14 Using Oil Immersion...................................................................................................................................17
2.15 Using Darkfield Condenser Lenses (Optional Accessories)..........................................................................19
2.16 Using a Dry Darkfield Condenser Lens (Optional Accessory)......................................................................20
2.17 Using Oil Darkfield Condenser Lens (Optional Accessory)..........................................................................21
2.18 Microscope Maintenance ............................................................................................................................24
2.19 Darkfield Condenser Kit Maintenance.........................................................................................................25
3. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................................26
3.1 Features .......................................................................................................................................................26
3.2 Eyepiece Comparison ...................................................................................................................................26
3.3 Eyepiece Parameters ....................................................................................................................................26
3.4 Objectives.....................................................................................................................................................27
3.5 Darkfield Condensers ...................................................................................................................................27
4. PARAMETERS.......................................................................................................................................................28
4.1 Electrical System ..........................................................................................................................................28
4.2 Microscope Parameters ................................................................................................................................28
5. RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES..............................................................................................................................29
5.1 Eyepieces......................................................................................................................................................29
5.2 Darkfield Condensers ...................................................................................................................................29
5.3 Objective Lenses...........................................................................................................................................30
5.4 Fuses............................................................................................................................................................30
5.5 Cameras and Accessories..............................................................................................................................31
5.6 Slides............................................................................................................................................................32
5.7 Cleaners.......................................................................................................................................................32
5.8 Books ...........................................................................................................................................................32
6. TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................................................33
6.1 Optical Issues ...............................................................................................................................................33
6.2 Mechanical Issues.........................................................................................................................................34
6.3 Electrical Issues............................................................................................................................................35
7. GENERAL MICROSCOPY GUIDE.............................................................................................................................36

AmScope T720 Series Specifications

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Brand	AmScope
Model	T720 Series
Category	Microscope
Language	English