USB Handheld Microscope

USER'S Introduction

The USB HANDHELD MICROSCOPE is a new electronic product for micro object observation. It is a tubular imaging system consisting of an optical lens, an image sensor, an illumination mechanism, and an image transfer control circuit connected to a computer. You can display the images captured by the USB HANDHELD MICROSCOPE on the computer screen, store them on the computer, print them, or send them over the Internet.

Functions and applications

As a USB microscope, it can magnify stamps, coins, antiques, insects, electric circuits, machines, hair, skin, fabrics, food, decorations, etc.

Attention

Before installation and use of this product, please read the instructions in this manual to ensure its correct use.

Safety instructions

Before using this product, please carefully read the following safety instructions.

1. The socket that the computer is plugged in must be properly grounded, as the computer supplies power to this product. If in any doubt, please have a professional electrician check and verify the grounding to ensure safety.
2. Never use this product in stormy weather.
3. This product contains delicate and precision components. Be gentle when using it and avoid harsh handling or excessive force that may cause damage to the product.
4. The temperature of the handle increases slightly during use and it feels a little warm. This is normal. If the product is overheated and hot to the touch, immediately cut off the power and contact Supereyes for repair.
5. Never leave the product unattended. Unplug from the USB port after use.
6. Do not disassemble this product. Disassembling this product will result in irreparable damage. Supereyes is not responsible for damage resulting from disassembly of the product by the user. In case of any difficulties in using the product, please contact Supereyes.
7. This product may only be used by children under supervision of an adult. Never give this product to a child to use or play by him or herself. Keep this product out of reach of children.
8. Do not let this product come in direct contact with steam, vapor, water, or liquids of any kind. Such contact can cause irreparable damage that is not covered by warranty.
9. When not in use, put the handle in the transparent sleeve and store it in a tightly sealed box to avoid moisture and decay. Damages resulting from improper storage are not covered by the warranty.
10. The cable with this product has been strictly tested. To ensure safe use, do not replace it.

System Requirements

For best picture quality, the following specifications are recommended:

• Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7
• 128MB RAM or above
• At least one USB port (For best effect, USB 2.0 port is recommended).
• CD-ROM and a 40GB or higher hard disc.

Technical Specifications

• DSP: Digital Image Monarch Processor.
• Sensor: high-quality CMOS sensor
• Resolution: 640*480, 1600*1200
• Colors: true color 24bit (RGB)
• Interface: USB2.0.
• Frame rate: 30 frames/sec (CIF and VGA).
• Magnification: about 500x
• Size: 12mm in diameter
• USB cable length: 1.5 meters

Installation

To avoid mistakes in the installation process, please strictly follow these steps:

1. Place the included CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Find the icon of 'amcap.exe'.
3. Copy the 'amcap.exe' to your PC. Just copy but never try to install it.
4. Plug the HANDHELD MICROSCOPE into the USB port, and double click on the icon of 'amcap.exe' to open the image window.

Directions for Use

Properly connect the USB HANDHELD MICROSCOPE to the computer and rotate the dial on the USB cable to control the brightness of the LED on the USB HANDHELD MICROSCOPE. After a short while, you should see the image captured by the USB HANDHELD MICROSCOPE on the computer monitor.

OPEN IMAGE WINDOW

Double click on the icon and open an image window on the screen. After a few seconds, the USB HANDHELD MICROSCOPE will begin to take images in the window. Click on 'OPTIONS' and click on 'VIDEO CAPTURE PIN'. Choose one of the image window sizes in the drop-down menu and click on 'OK' to confirm.

FOCUSING

The focusing ring is at the handle of the USB HANDHELD MICROSCOPE. When the focusing ring is rotated, it adjusts the distance between the lens and sensor for getting a clear image.

Please keep the head of the USB HANDHELD MICROSCOPE tightly and snugly touching the surface of the object during focusing and observation.

TAKE PHOTOS

Push down the snap key on the handle or push down the button of the dimmer located on the USB cable to freeze an image. Alternatively, click 'snap' on the top of the image window, or push down the 'return key' of the keyboard to freeze an image. The photos you have taken will be saved on the computer and displayed with an icon on the screen.

If your system could not freeze an image, please follow these steps to make it work:

1. Open the image window.
2. Click on 'capture' on the top line of the window.
3. Click on 'still' in the pull-down window.
4. Click on 'folder'.
5. Designate the folder for your photos' location.
6. Click the right mouse button to confirm.

The photos can be taken by pushing down the button of the dimmer or just pushing down the return key of the keyboard.

LED Light Adjustment

There is an LED light dimmer on the USB cable. Turning the dimmer can adjust the light power to a proper level according to the demand of observation.

With different display settings, resolution ratios, and contrast, the definition of the picture will vary. Adjust the light accordingly for the desired point of view.

MOVIE RECORD

For making a record of still images, please follow these procedures:

1. Click on 'capture' located on the top line of the image window.
2. Click on 'set time limit' in the pull-down window.
3. Click on 'use time limit'.
4. Input the number of seconds you want to delay the record.
5. Click the right mouse button to confirm.
6. Click 'capture' again.
7. Click 'start capture'.
8. Click 'ok' to start the recorder.

The movie record will stop automatically when the time limit is reached. The movie will be saved in AVI format.

Post-Sale Services

Limitations and exclusions

Please keep all receipts of your purchase in a safe place. You need to produce the unaltered and original receipts to receive warranty coverage. Otherwise, the warranty is voided.

The warranty only covers the product if it is used under normal operation conditions. However, the following are not covered by the warranty:

• Damages resulting from unauthorized disassembly or assembly of the products by the customer.
• Damages caused by fitting of improper components to the product.
• Damages resulting from unauthorized attempts to repair or alter the product.
• Gross distortion, scratches, discoloration, or damage of the covering.
• Cracks, scratches, and mold spots on the lens.
• COMS sensor is burned or apparently scratched.
• Damages to the PCB board (such as burned PCB board) due to misuse.

Product maintain

With vigorous shaking, tiny dust may drop on the imaging sensor. This dust may not be visible to the naked eye but will show on the picture after microscopic magnification. Do not attempt repairs unless you have sufficient professional maintenance experience and patience.

If you need to repair it, please refer to the documents below:

1. Turn the camera lens to the left. Do not touch the LED light, as it may be damaged.
2. Safekeep the camera lens and do not let it touch alcohol.
3. Adjust the focal distance, allowing the imaging sensor to move into the best position for easy cleaning. We suggest adjusting the imaging sensor to the nearest distance.
4. Dip a fine cotton swab in a small amount of absolute alcohol and gently clean the imaging sensor. If you are inexperienced, please ask for professional help. (Notes: Do not dip too much absolute alcohol, protecting the alcohol from flowing onto the circuit board and LED light, and do not be too strong when cleaning).
5. After confirming dust removal, turn on the LED light and keep it on for 15-20 minutes to speed up alcohol volatilization. Because alcohol can dissolve the glue around the camera lens, ensure complete volatilization before reinstalling the camera lens.

If the lens needs washing, do not use absolute alcohol. Just clean the lens with a cotton swab. To avoid dropping the lens, do not apply excessive force.

For unprofessional users, maintenance is difficult. The tiny dust is not visible to the naked eye. This work requires patience and professional technology. Unprofessional workers are not suggested to perform maintenance. For any questions, please contact Supereyes. They will provide technology support.

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