Olympus MX63 - Transmitted Light Simple Polarization Observation Procedures

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5-7 Transmitted light simple polarization observation procedures
This observation requires the analyzer and the polarizer. However, if the mirror unit (U-MDICT3 or U-MDIC3) is
engaged in the (OP) light path, the built-in analyzer can be used.
TIP
Set the main switch of the
light source
to (ON).
Engage the 5X or 10X objective in the light path
using the objective selection button and
bring the sample into focus.
Insert the required filters.
Engage the objective with the magnification to be used
in the light path and bring the sample into focus.
Observation
[Trinocular tube only]
Push in the light path selection knob.
Set the observation light path selection knob
to the DF (reflected light darkfield) position
or
the OP (optional mirror unit) position.
Adjust the brightness.
Adjust the brightness.
Adjust the interpupillary distance.
Adjust the diopter.
Place a sample for observation on the stage.
Set the main switch of the microscope frame
to (ON) and set the light intensity knob
to the low voltage position.
Set the analyzer and the polarizer.
Light intensity volume knob P.46
X-axis/Y-axis knobs P.27
Filter insertion slot P.49
Objective selection button P.28
Light intensity volume knob P.46
Analyzer insertion slot P.62
Polarizer insertion slot P.62
Observation light path selection knob P.25
Light path selection knob P.26
Operation part Page
Main switch P.46
Objective selection button P.28
Coarse focusing knob / Fine focusing
knob
P.29
Interpupillary distance adjustment
scale
P.35
Diopter adjustment ring P.35
Main switch P.46
Light intensity knob P.46