Digital Blue QX3 User Manual

1
Welcome to
the microscopic
world. With
your QX3
™
microscope, you
are limited only
by your
imagination.
Here are a few
things you can
do to get started.
What you
can do
The QX3
™
microscope
lets you do many
things you can’t do with
an ordinary microscope:
See tiny things on
your computer.
Take the microscope off its base
stand for magnified viewing.
Combine and create new things
using computer tools.
Build a collection of your
discoveries and creations.
Produce your own movies
and slide shows.
Group
activities
Another great thing about the
QX3
™
microscope is that you and
your friends can play with it
together. You can even create slide
shows
together to amaze your
family and friends.
Fun Stuff To Do
Having fun
What you can do.......................... 1
Group activities ............................ 1
Starting out right, and
seeing the light
Button basics............................... 2
Lighting ........................................ 2
Digital Blue
™
QX3
™
controls ......... 3
Getting the goods and
taking a look
Collecting specimens................... 4
Live View ......................................4
Magnifying ................................... 5
Using handheld mode.................. 6
Making movies............................. 7
Making a time lapse movie.......... 8
Hungering for more?
Investigating Main and beyond....10
Using paint tools ..........................11
Adding special effects .................13
Making a slide show....................14
Printing stuff ................................16
Watch out,
Kids!
An adult should set
up and install
hardware and
software. Also,
only an adult
should replace
the light bulbs.
Having fun—letting your imagination soar
Digital Blue
™
QX3
™
Computer Microscope
YOUR ACTIVITY BOOK
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Digital Blue QX3 Specifications

General

Type	Digital Microscope
Magnification	10x, 60x, 200x
Camera Resolution	640 x 480 pixels
Connectivity	USB
Image Sensor	CMOS
Light Source	LED
Compatibility	PC
Focus	Manual
Software Compatibility	Windows
Software Included	QX3 Software

Summary

Having Fun and Getting Started

Important Safety Notice

Critical safety instructions for young users regarding setup and maintenance.

Starting Out Right and Seeing the Light

Button Basics

Learn about the software's buttons and navigation.

Lighting

Understand how the microscope's lights work and how to control them.

Digital Blue™ QX3™ Controls

Changing Magnification

Learn to adjust the microscope's magnification levels.

Focusing

Master the process of adjusting the microscope for a clear image.

Getting the Goods and Taking a Look

Live View

Navigating the Live View screen and its functions.

Using Handheld Mode

Handheld Mode Tips

Tips and advice for using the microscope in handheld mode.

Making a Time-Lapse Movie

Time-Lapse Controls

Adjusting the rate of snapshot capture for time-lapse videos.

Doing It Yourself

Creating Time-Lapse Movies Effectively

Tips for creating successful time-lapse movies.

Hungering for More?

Navigating the Main Screen

Navigating the Main screen and its features.

Collection Window Management

Managing and viewing collected pictures and movies.

Adding Special Effects

Impact of Special Effects

How special effects alter the appearance of pictures and movies.