OPERATION
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(4) Adjusting the transmitted-light DIC with
motorized four-position modulator
turret for transmitted light
• On the nosepiece, swivel in the objective
suitable for DIC.
• On the reflector turret, swivel in analyzer
module DIC ACR shiftfree for transmitted light.
• On the modulator turret, swivel in the
appropriate DIC prism by pressing on knob
(
4-121/1) for forward rotation or on knob
(
4-121/2) for backward rotation of the turret.
• Adjust the luminous-field diaphragm and
aperture diaphragm according to KÖHLER.
• Set optimum contrast by turning knob
(
4-121/2).
• If desired, compensator λ can be inserted into
the slot for the analyzer slider located above the
nosepiece, so as to create a differential
interference contrast (DIC) in colours.
Fig. 4-121 Motorized four-position modulator
turret for transmitted-light DIC