MOS006 3D Stereo Microscope

Technical Specifications

  • Product: OPTA Stereo Microscope
  • Magnification: Low magnification stereo microscope
  • Manufacturer: Vision Engineering Ltd
  • Website: www.visioneng.com

Product Usage Instructions

1. Unpacking and Assembly

When unpacking the OPTA system, ensure all components are
present as listed in the user guide. Follow the assembly
instructions provided for the OPTA head and universal arm.

2. Mounting to a Stand

Ensure the OPTA head is securely mounted to the track or
crescent stand following the provided assembly instructions. Proper
mounting is essential for stability and accurate usage.

3. Operation

Adjust the IPD (interpupillary distance) to suit your eyesight
for comfortable viewing. Use the controls to adjust the focus and
magnification level as needed for your tasks.

4. User Comfort

Optimize your working environment to fully benefit from the
ergonomic advantages of the OPTA system. Visit the provided link
for more information on ergonomics.

5. General Care

Regularly clean the lenses and surfaces of the OPTA system using
recommended cleaning methods. Avoid unauthorized alterations to
maintain warranty validity.

6. Troubleshooting

Refer to the troubleshooting section in the user guide for
common issues and solutions. Contact Vision Engineering-trained
service personnel for repairs if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I use lenses other than the 4x or 6x provided?

A: It is recommended to use only the lenses specified for the
OPTA system to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.

Q: How do I adjust the IPD on the OPTA system?

A: The IPD adjustment can be made using the designated control
on the OPTA head for a personalized viewing experience.

Q: What should I do if I encounter instrument malfunction?

A: Refer to the operating instructions provided with the product
for guidance on addressing instrument malfunction. If needed,
contact Vision Engineering for further assistance.

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www.visioneng.com

OPTA is the high performance stereo microscope
designed to enhance operator performance in a wide range of magnification tasks. It offers exceptional value, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness without compromising on excellence.

CONTENTS

COPYRIGHT
INTRODUCTION
GENERAL Safety Servicing Cleaning Symbols
HEALTH & SAFETY Electrical Safety Illumination Environmental Considerations Operator Wellbeing Compliance Statements
OPTA HEAD Unpacking Controls Fitting Lenses
UNIVERSAL ARM Unpacking Assembly
TRACK / CRESCENT STAND
Unpacking Assembly OPTA HEAD Mounting to a Stand Operation USER COMFORT
GENERAL CARE
TROUBLESHOOTING
SERVICE RECORD
WARRANTY
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS STANDS
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATOR
SYSTEM OPTIONS

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COPYRIGHT

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Copyright© 2024 Vision Engineering Ltd., Galileo Drive, Send, Woking, Surrey, GU23 7ER, UK All Rights Reserved.
Copyright in this document is owned by Vision Engineering Ltd. Any person is hereby authorised to view, copy, print and distribute this document subject to the following conditions:
The document may be used for informational purposes only. The document may be used for non-commercial purposes only. Any copy of this document or portion thereof must include this copyright notice.
Revision 1.0, published May 2024
DISCLAIMER This document is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind, either express or implied, statutory or otherwise; without limiting the foregoing, the warranties of satisfactory quality, fitness for a particular purpose or non-infringement are expressly excluded and under no circumstances will Vision Engineering Ltd. be liable for direct or indirect loss or damage of any kind, including loss of profit, revenue, goodwill or anticipated savings. All such warranties are hereby excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law. We have compiled the texts and illustrations as accurately as possible. However, Vision Engineering Ltd. will not be responsible for the accuracy of the information contained in this document, which is used at your own risk and should not be relied upon. The information included in this manual may be changed without prior notice.
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INTRODUCTION

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Congratulations on your OPTA purchase from Vision Engineering. Vision Engineering Ltd. prides itself in designing and manufacturing products that make a real difference to your work.
OPTA is an easy to use, ergonomic, low magnification stereo microscope to maximise your productivity.
In order to fully benefit from the significant ergonomic advantages afforded by your OPTA system, it is important to properly set-up and optimise your working environment. For more information, visit: www.visioneng.com/ergonomics

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GENERAL

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SAFETY
Before using your system for the first time, please read the Health & Safety section of the user guide. Ensure that: · Your system and accessories are operated, maintained and repaired by authorised and
trained personnel only. · All operators have read, understood and observe the user manual, in particular the safety
regulations.
SERVICING
Repairs may only be carried out by Vision Engineering-trained service personnel. Only original Vision Engineering spare parts may be used.
CLEANING
· Disconnect your system from the electrical source before cleaning. · To clean the external surfaces use a mild detergent with a lint free soft cloth. · Never use harsh chemicals to clean coloured surfaces or accessories with rubberised parts. · Use a specialist lens cloth to clean optical surfaces.
SYMBOLS
Warning! A potential risk of danger exists. Failure to comply can cause
i) a hazard to personnel; ii) instrument malfunction and damage. Please consult the operating instructions provided with the product.
Important information. This symbol indicates important information. Please carefully follow the instructions or guidelines.
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HEALTH & SAFETY

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Unauthorised alterations to the instrument or non-compliant use shall invalidate all rights to any warranty claims.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
· Disconnect your system from the electrical source before undertaking any maintenance. · Avoid using any form of liquid near the system. · Do not operate your system with wet hands. · Only use with the power supply unit provided, in case of a lost or damaged power
supply, the correct replacement must be obtained from Vision Engineering. · Electrical input to the OPTA head – 9V, 3A and Univeral Stand – 5V, 3Amp. · Power Supply Voltage (via plug top power supply) – 100-240V ~50/60Hz, 1.0A Max. ILLUMINATION
· Do not look directly into the illumination source. This may cause damage to eyesight. . ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
· Avoid large temperature fluctuations, direct sunlight and vibrations. · Ensure electrical components are at least 10cm from walls and combustible materials. · Position the system on a firm, rigid and level table. · The equipment should be positioned so that access to the electrical input connector is
always available. · Avoid positioning your system where bright reflections may affect the image. · Indoor use only. · Standard operating Temperature: +10°C to +35°C (50°F to 95°F) · Storage Temperature: 0°C to +50°C (32°F to 122°F) or 3 months without any adverse
effects. · Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to +31°C (88°F) decreasing linearly
to 50% relative humidity at 40°C (104°F). · Mains voltage supply fluctuations not to exceed 10% of the nominal voltage

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HEALTH & SAFETY

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OPERATOR WELLBEING The advanced ergonomic design and construction of Vision Engineering products are intended to deliver superior ergonomic performance, reducing the exertion of the user to a minimum. Depending on the duration of uninterrupted work, appropriate measures should be taken to sustain optimal operator performance. This could include: Optimal arrangement of workplace; Variation in task activity; Training of personnel on workplace ergonomics and general health and safety principles. It is important to set-up and optimize your working environment correctly in order to obtain maximum benefit from the advanced ergonomic design of your system. For more information visit: www.visioneng.com/ergonomics.
COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS Vision Engineering and its products conforms to the requirements of the EC Directives on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS).

This product conforms to the UKCA and CE marks, demonstrating that it meets the requirements of the applicable directives.

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UNPACKING

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1 OPTA Head 2 Objective Lens (4x or 6x,) as ordered
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CONTROLS

PREVIOUS

Lens Interface
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Mounting Point
IPD (interpupillary distance) Adjustment Power Input

FITTING LENSES

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Lock

Unlock

REMOVE PROTECTOR CAP ON BOTTOM OF UNIT (IF FITTED) AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE USE
To fit the lens 1. Locate 3 tabs of the objective lens into the slots on base of the unit and push upwards. 2. Rotate to the right to lock the lens in place.
To remove lens 1. Rotate to the left to unlock the lens. 2. Pull downwards to remove.
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UNPACKING
UNIVERSAL ARM

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1 OPTA Universal Arm 2 Universal Mount 3 G-clamp 4 Dust Cover 5 Power Supply

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ASSEMBLY
UNIVERSAL ARM

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ASSEMBLY
1. Secure the universal mount to the work surface using the G-clamp provided or by using appropriate screws located in the holes of the mount. Screws are not supplied.
2. Place the universal arm on top of the universal mount and lower it on to the spigot until it is fully mounted.

Work surface mounting with
clamp
Work surface mounting with screws

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UNPACKING
TRACK / CRESCENT STAND
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1 Track Stand 2 Crescent base or Plain base (as ordered) 3 Screws 4 Adaptor Bracket (depending on the stand model) 5 Power Supply
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ASSEMBLY
TRACK / CRESCENT STAND

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ATTACHING COLUMN TO BASE 1. Screw base plate to column using 4 screws provided
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2. Fit adaptor bracket to focus block using 3 screws provided 3. Mount the head onto the stand (see mounting instructions)
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MOUNTING
OPTA TO A STAND

3 Place hook over retaining bolt
1 Loosen upper bolt

2 Remove retaining bolt

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4 Replace retaining bolt passing it throuogh the locating mount
MOUNT OPTA HEAD TO A STAND 1. Loosen the upper retaining bolt in the universal arm. 2. Remove the lower retaining bolt. 3. Carefully place the locating hook of the viewing head over the upper retaining bolt of the universal arm. 4. Replace the lower retaining bolt, ensuring that the bolt passes through the lower locating mount of the viewing head. 5. Tighten the upper and lower retaining bolts. 6. Ensuring the power adapter is suitable for your supply voltage, connect the power adapter plug to a suitable power outlet and
its output connector to the base of the universal arm. 7. Connect the output lead at the top of the universal arm to the rear of the viewing head.
Do not attempt to connect the 9V Universal Standpower adapter directly to the viewing head.
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OPERATION

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OVERVIEW Turn on the power switch and place the subject beneath the viewing head. FOCUS The aim of the Universal Arm is that the height of the instrument is set to a comfortable viewing position and the subject is then lifted (normally by hand) into focus. Thus maintaining optimum ergonomics. To set the height of the instrument, ensure the friction clamp is loosened then move the viewing head up or down until the required viewing position is obtained and tighten the friction clamp. For the Track Stand adjust the focus by turning the focus knob on the side of the stand. Left handed or right handed operation. CHANGING LENSES To change the objective lens, twist and remove lens. Store the lens in the supplied container. Fit and lock the chosen objective lens into the objective seat.

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USER COMFORT

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ADJUSTING THE HEAD EYE SPACING Adjust the IPD (Interpupillary distance) knob on the side of the head to obtain a comfortable stereo view. Slowly turn the knob until the subject being viewed can be seen comfortably in both eyes. Adjusting the eye spacing is very important for viewing comfort and must be adjusted for each user.
ERGONOMIC VIEWING An ergonomic posture will ensure that users fully benefit from the advantages provided by the optical technology. When setting up your , firstly arrange your workspace, paying attention to the heights of the seat and worktop. Adjust the height of the system so that you can look directly into it with a straight back and shoulders.

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GENERAL CARE

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CARING FOR YOUR OPTA
CLEANING · When not in use, cover your with the dust cover provided. · Remove dust with a soft brush or cleaning cloth. · The lenses should be cleaned with a lens cleaning cloth. · Keep accessories in a dust-free environment when not in use.
SERVICE Service and repair work must only be carried out by service engineers authorized by Vision Engineering.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
DESICCANT- REPLACEMENT PART NUMBER: M006 The desiccant removes excess moisture from the optical head.
· Disconnect the power supply from the bottom of the head or stand.
· Remove the screw securing the desiccant cover and lift the cover off.
· Insert the new desiccant and replace the desiccant cover.
LED ARRAYS – REPLACEMENT PART NUMBER: MCLED001B · Remove the desiccant cover. · Remove the two crosshead screws that secure the LED array and remove the array complete with filters. · Reassembly is the reverse of this procedure.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

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NO POWER Check that jack plug is fully home in the socket.
IMAGE LOOKS BLURRED · The lens could be dirty. The lens can be cleaned gently with a soft, dry cloth. A damp or course cloth can damage the coating and polished surface on the lens. · Ensure the objective lens is properly housed in the head.
IMAGE CAN ONLY BE SEEN IN ONE EYE · Adjust your head so you are looking directly into the viewing area of the unit . · Use the IPD adjuster on the side of the unit to optimize for the user’s eye spacing
REFLECTIONS CAN BE SEEN WITHIN THE HEAD · Position the system to reduce strong sources of light from behind the user.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT CAN BE FOUND AT: www.visioneng.com/support

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SERVICE RECORD

SERVICE

COMMENTS

DATE OF SERVICE NEXT SERVICE DATE

COMPANY

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SIGNATURE

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WARR ANT Y

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This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of invoice to the original purchaser. If during the warranty period the product is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at facilities of Vision Engineering or elsewhere, all at the option of Vision Engineering. However, Vision Engineering reserves the right to refund the purchase price if it is unable to provide replacement, and repair is not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made. Parts not of Vision Engineering manufacture carry only the warranty of their manufacturer. Expendable components such as fuses carry no warranty. This warranty does not cover damage in transit, damage caused by misuse, neglect, or carelessness, or damage resulting from either improper servicing or modification by other than Vision Engineering approved service personnel. Further, this warranty does not cover any routine maintenance work on the product described in the user guide or any minor maintenance work which is reasonably expected to be performed by the purchaser. No responsibility is assumed for unsatisfactory operating performance due to environmental conditions such as humidity, dust, corrosive chemicals, deposition of oil or other foreign matter, spillage, or other conditions beyond the control of Vision Engineering. Except as stated herein, Vision Engineering makes no other warranties, express or implied by law, whether for resale, fitness for a particular purpose or otherwise. Further, Vision Engineering shall not under any circumstances be liable for incidental, consequential or other damages.

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SPECIFICATIONS

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Objective Lenses

Objective Lenses

Working Distance

Field of View

x4

96mm

27.5mm

x6

73mm

19.2mm

Power Supply

9V DC external plug transformer (Universal Stand)

5V DC external plug transformer (Direct Head connection for Track Stands)

Illumination Data

LUX intensity measured at subject plane with colour correction filters.

Source 20 LEDs

Brightness 9.400

Colour Temperature ~7000k

Life
up to10,000 hours

Stand Options
Maximum Dimensions
A Workbench to top of head B Length C Width D Throat, optical axis to column E Work surface to bottom of head Base Height

Crescent Stand

Track Stand

A

D

B

C

533mm 250mm 500mm 240mm 297mm

A

E

D

B C
533mm

406mm

250mm

240mm

285mm

12mm

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Universal Arm
A E
B 605mm 454mm
320mm –

SERIAL NUMBER

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The images below indicate where you can find the serial number on each OPTA head.

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SYSTEM OPTIONS

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MOS001 MOS002
Part Numbers
MOS001 MOS002 MOS003 MOS004 MOS005 MOS006

MOS003 MOS004

OPTA + X4 obj OPTA + X6 obj OPTA + X4 obj OPTA + X6 obj OPTA + X4 obj OPTA + X6 obj

crescent base track stand kit crescent base track stand kit plain base track stand kit plain base track stand kit universal stand kit universal stand kit

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MOS005 MOS006

Documents / Resources

VISION ENGINEERING MOS006 3D Stereo Microscope [pdf] User Guide
MOS006, 5403, MOS006 3D Stereo Microscope, MOS006, 3D Stereo Microscope, Stereo Microscope, Microscope

References

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