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Zeiss Axio Observer 3 - User Manual

Zeiss Axio Observer 3
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Axio Observer
Inverted microscope
Operating manual

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Summary

2 Safety Instructions

3 Description of the Device

3.3 Equipment and Compatibility Table

Provides a table detailing equipment options and compatibility for Axio Observer 3, 5, and 7.

4 Installation Instructions and First-Time Set-up

4.2 First-time Set-up

Describes the services included for microscope installation and setup by a ZEISS representative.

4.3 Unpacking and Installing the Microscope

Provides instructions for unpacking the microscope and placing the stand on a work surface.

4.7 Screwing in the Objectives

Provides instructions for removing dust caps and screwing objectives into the nosepiece.

4.9 Fitting the Microscope Stages

Details the process of fitting various microscope stages, including mechanical, scanning, heatable, and gliding stages.

4.18 Connecting the Microscope to the Mains

Explains how to connect the microscope to the mains power supply.

4.20 Disconnect the Microscope from Mains Supply

Provides instructions on how to disconnect the microscope from the main power supply.

4.21 Mounting the microLED Illuminator for Transmitted and Reflected Light

Details mounting the microLED illuminator for transmitted and reflected light.

4.22 HAL 100 Illuminator

Covers fitting, adjusting, and replacing the bulb for the HAL 100 illuminator.

4.23 HBO 100 Illuminator

Details inserting the bulb, fitting, and adjusting the HBO 100 illuminator.

5 Operation

5.1 Operating and Function Controls - Overview

Provides an overview of the operating and function controls for different Axio Observer stand versions.

5.2 Operating and Function Controls - Description

Describes the function of various controls like sideports, focusing drives, and light path selectors.

5.3 Using Objectives

Explains how to select and use objectives, including labeling and magnification.

5.4 Brightfield Transmitted Light Microscopy - Quick Guide

Offers a quick guide to setting up brightfield transmitted light microscopy using Köhler illumination.

5.5 Brightfield Reflected Light Microscopy - Quick Guide

Provides a quick guide for setting up brightfield reflected light microscopy using Köhler illumination.

5.11 TFT Display Touchscreen on the Axio Observer 7, 7 Materials

Details the TFT display touchscreen interface, including screen layout, menu overview, and home page.

5.12 Illumination and Contrast Techniques

Covers various illumination and contrast techniques like bright field, phase contrast, DIC, and fluorescence.

6 Care, Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Service

Summary

2 Safety Instructions

3 Description of the Device

3.3 Equipment and Compatibility Table

Provides a table detailing equipment options and compatibility for Axio Observer 3, 5, and 7.

4 Installation Instructions and First-Time Set-up

4.2 First-time Set-up

Describes the services included for microscope installation and setup by a ZEISS representative.

4.3 Unpacking and Installing the Microscope

Provides instructions for unpacking the microscope and placing the stand on a work surface.

4.7 Screwing in the Objectives

Provides instructions for removing dust caps and screwing objectives into the nosepiece.

4.9 Fitting the Microscope Stages

Details the process of fitting various microscope stages, including mechanical, scanning, heatable, and gliding stages.

4.18 Connecting the Microscope to the Mains

Explains how to connect the microscope to the mains power supply.

4.20 Disconnect the Microscope from Mains Supply

Provides instructions on how to disconnect the microscope from the main power supply.

4.21 Mounting the microLED Illuminator for Transmitted and Reflected Light

Details mounting the microLED illuminator for transmitted and reflected light.

4.22 HAL 100 Illuminator

Covers fitting, adjusting, and replacing the bulb for the HAL 100 illuminator.

4.23 HBO 100 Illuminator

Details inserting the bulb, fitting, and adjusting the HBO 100 illuminator.

5 Operation

5.1 Operating and Function Controls - Overview

Provides an overview of the operating and function controls for different Axio Observer stand versions.

5.2 Operating and Function Controls - Description

Describes the function of various controls like sideports, focusing drives, and light path selectors.

5.3 Using Objectives

Explains how to select and use objectives, including labeling and magnification.

5.4 Brightfield Transmitted Light Microscopy - Quick Guide

Offers a quick guide to setting up brightfield transmitted light microscopy using Köhler illumination.

5.5 Brightfield Reflected Light Microscopy - Quick Guide

Provides a quick guide for setting up brightfield reflected light microscopy using Köhler illumination.

5.11 TFT Display Touchscreen on the Axio Observer 7, 7 Materials

Details the TFT display touchscreen interface, including screen layout, menu overview, and home page.

5.12 Illumination and Contrast Techniques

Covers various illumination and contrast techniques like bright field, phase contrast, DIC, and fluorescence.

6 Care, Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Service

Zeiss Axio Observer 3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeInverted Microscope
Optical SystemInfinity Optical System
IlluminationLED
Objective LensesPlan-Apochromat, Plan-Neofluar, EC Plan-Neofluar
Magnification Range5x to 100x
StageMotorized stage option available
Contrast MethodsBrightfield, Darkfield, Phase contrast, DIC, Fluorescence
Camera PortsMultiple camera ports available
CameraCompatible with various digital cameras
Focus DriveMotorized focus drive
SoftwareZen software
Software CompatibilityWindows
WeightApprox. 30 kg
AutomationFully motorized versions available for automated experiments, including focus, stage, and filter wheels

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