Olympus BX53M-P User Manual

BX53/BX53M-P
This instruction manual is for the Olympus Polarizing Microscope. To obtain optimum performance and
to familiarize yourself fully with the use of your microscope, we recommend that you read this manual
together with the instruction manual for the BX53/BX53M microscope thoroughly before use. Retain this
instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for future reference.
INSTRUCTIONS
POLARIZING MICROSCOPE
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Optical Microscope and Accessory

Olympus BX53M-P Specifications

General

Optical System	Infinity-corrected optical system
Focusing	Coaxial coarse and fine focusing
Type	Upright Microscope
Magnification	Up to 1000x
Illumination	Transmitted and reflected light, LED
Stage	Motorized or manual stage options
Camera Compatibility	Compatible with various cameras
Observation Method	Brightfield, Darkfield, Phase Contrast, Fluorescence
Objective Mount	RMS
Nosepiece	Manual revolving nosepiece
Focus	Manual
Camera Port	C-mount

Summary

IMPORTANT

Getting Ready

General instructions for preparing and handling the microscope before use.

Caution

Warnings regarding improper use and symbols used in the manual.

1 NOMENCLATURE

Microscope Components Identification

Identifies key parts of the BX53/BX53M Polarizing Microscope.

2 ASSEMBLY

Assembly Diagram

Visual guide illustrating the order of component assembly for the microscope.

Detailed Assembly Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for assembling microscope components.

3 CONTROLS

Microscope Control Overview

Details the various control knobs and features of the microscope.

4 USING THE CONTROLS

Stage Operation

Instructions on specimen placement, stage rotation, and height adjustment.

Intermediate Polarizing Attachment Usage

Instructions for using the Bertrand lens and Analyzer with the polarizing attachment.

5 POLARIZED LIGHT OBSERVATION

Adjustments Before Observation

Essential optical adjustments for optimal polarized light microscopy.

Orthoscopic Observation

Guidelines for performing orthoscopic observation with polarized light.

Conoscopic Observation

Instructions for setting up and performing conoscopic observation.

6 SPECIFICATIONS

Polarizing Intermediate Attachment Specs

Details for U-CPA and U-OPA polarizing intermediate attachments.

Analyzer, Nosepiece, and Stage Specs

Specifications for analyzer, revolving nosepiece, and stage.

7 OPTICAL CHARACTERISTICS

Objective and Eyepiece Performance Data

Optical performance data for various objective and eyepiece combinations.

8 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Optical System Troubleshooting

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to the microscope's optical system.