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DC2-155

Suggested Retail Price $ 785.00

Microscope Diagram

IMPORTANT MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS
  • Processor: 2 Ghz. or above
  • USB 2.0
  • RAM: 1 GB
  • Hard Disk: 500 MB
  • Video Card: 128 MB

 

 

Model DC4-155  

A new standard of precision optics, highly engineered mechanics and very rugged construction, the DC4-155 is fully functional as a microscope, independent of the camera function. Built in hight-resolution digital camera offers 1.3 megapixel live image resolution at 1280 x 1024.  Supplied with Motic Images software, which allows the user to view, capture, label, manipulate, and measure images.

OPTICAL SYSTEM

  • Widefield 10x eyepiece with pointer. Accepts optional #965-160 eyepiece reticle.
  • 45° inclined monocular viewing head.
  • DIN standard 4x (0.10 N.A.), 10x (0.25 N.A.) and 40xR (0.65 N.A.) objectives are supplied for 40x, 100x and 400x magnification. All are achromatic, parfocalled, parcentered and color-coded.
  • 3-hole objective turret, reverse position, ball-bearing mounted for smooth, precise changes in magnification.

ILLUMINATION

  • Built-in 12v 20 watt halogen with rheostat intensity control.
  • 12v DC power converter operates on 100v-240v 50Hz/60Hz current, without need of additional transformer.
  • Base mounted on/off switch, heavy-duty 3-wire grounded electrical system and plug.

FOCUSING

  • Separate low position coarse and fine focusing controls.
  • Stage moves up or down, eyepiece and body remain fixed.
  • Slip clutch prevents damage to focusing system.
  • Tension adjustment eliminates stage drift.
  • Safety rack stop prevents damage to slides and objective lenses.

STAGE

  • Large 120mm x 125mm (4-3/4 in. x 5 in.) stage, with locked-on spring mounted stage clips, drilled and tapped to accept optional mechanical stage
  • Built-in 0.65NA condenser lens.
  • Calibrated 5-hole disc diaphragm.

FRAME

  • Rugged cast metal, gray enamel finish.
  • Height 360mm (14 in.). Net wt. 4.2 kgs (9.3 lbs).

ACCESSORIES

  • Calibration slides.
  • "L" hex-key wrench.

PACKING

  • Molded styrofoam container with instruction brochure and vinyl dustcover.
  • Individual: Ship wt. 6.8 kgs (15 lbs), Dimensions 550x375x375mm (22x15x15 in.)
  • Master carton pack 2 each: Ship wt. 14.1 kgs (31 lbs), Dimensions 550x400x500mm (22x16x20 in.)

WARRANTY

 

     

THE CAMERA

This model permits hook-up to computer with supplied USB cable. Easy-to-use software for capturing microscope images, labeling, measuring, and storing images. Requires a computer with Windows XP or above. Mac OSX Compatible.

SPECIFICATIONS – NATIONAL DIGITAL MICROSCOPE #DC4-155

USB 2.0 Port (digital signal for use with computer only)
Image device CMOS
Effective pixels 1280x1024
Framed resolution 1280x1024 pixels
Audio output Transmission across Image 2000 direct into memory of PC
White balance Auto white balance
B.L.C. Back light compensation (auto)
Minimum illumination 3 LUX
Data format BMP, JPG, MIG (for recording)

System Requirements

Operating System
Windows XP or above. MAC OSX
Computer Requirements
 
1 Ghz processor, Video card: 128 MB, RAM 512 MB. Hard Disk 500 MB or above.
Immediate Printout
On printer
Position and size of image on monitor
Freely definable
Menu on monitor
Pull-down menus for opening, storing, printing, print preview, regulator for brightness, color, gamma correction. Icons for recording, image interpolation, switching between large and small image, image quality, automatic and manual white balance.
Image data
Automatic reference number, date, time
Interactive adjustment
Color, brightness, contrast
Import of stored data
Possible


Environmental conditions

Operating temperature -50°F to +150°F
Storage temperature -50°F to +175°F
Relative humidity 40% to 95%


CAMERA WARRANTY:

SOFTWARE WARRANTY:


Available Parts & Accessories

610-160 WF 10X Eyepiece  
610-160R WF 10X Eyepiece w/Reticle, 10mm/100div.  
800-160 Replacement bulb, 12v 20 watt halogen bi-pin  
911 Graduated mechanical stage, side mount adjustments  
965-160 Eyepiece reticle, 10mm/100div.  
975-002 Carrying case,anodized aluminum,fabric lining,accessory pockets,Velcro straps, keyed lock. Interior dimensions: 17-1/4 x 8 x 11-3/4 inches. For all models.  
D-971-001 Replacement calibration slide for use with compound microscopes (works only in conjunction with use of Motic Images software.  
 
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