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Nikon DS-L1 Instructions Manual

Nikon DS-L1 Instructions Manual

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M306E
04.10.NF.6 (1/2)
DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1
DS Camera Head DS-5M
DS Cooled Camera Head DS-5Mc
< Instructions >
(Ver. 2.2)

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  • Page 1 M306E 04.10.NF.6 (1/2) DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 DS Camera Head DS-5M DS Cooled Camera Head DS-5Mc < Instructions > (Ver. 2.2)
  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing the Nikon products. This instruction manual has been prepared for users of the DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1, DS Camera Head DS-5M, and DS Cooled Camera Head DS-5Mc. To ensure correct use, please read this manual carefully before using these products.
  • Page 4 Do not bend or twist the cables with undue force. Doing so may damage the cables and result in fire. • Do not place a cloth or paper on the DS-L1 or DS AC adapter. Doing so may cause heat to collect inside the equipment, resulting in fire. - ii -...
  • Page 5 Doing so may result in fire or malfunction. • When used for an extended period of time, the DS-L1 may become hot. Do not place the DS-L1 on a surface that cannot withstand heat (such as vinyl or plastic). Always install the equipment with a surrounding clear area of 100 mm or more.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Components of the Equipment ..............1 Peripheral Equipment................2 Names of Parts and Their Functions ............5 1 DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 ..............5 2 DS Camera Head DS-5M / DS Cooled Camera Head DS-5Mc........8 3 DS Remote Controller DS-RC (Optional) ............8 Connecting and Installing the Equipment.............
  • Page 7 4.3.2 Using WEB Screens ................89 4.4 Using FTP Commands to Operate the DS-L1 ..........96 4.4.1 Using FTP Commands to Get DS-L1 Image Files from a PC ......96 4.5 Using Telnet Commands to Operate on the DS-L1 ........97 4.6 Saving Images to an FTP Server PC from the DS-L1 ........98 4.6.1 Setting the FTP Server Functions of the PC ..........98...
  • Page 8 5.3.3 Using the Media Drive ................ 116 5.3.4 Using the CCD Image Drive ..............117 5.3.5 Removing the DS-L1 from the PC ............119 5.4 Using the DS-L1 in Windows XP ............... 120 5.4.1 Installing the Device Driver ..............120 5.4.2 Outline of the Disk Drive ..............

  • Page 9: Components Of The Equipment

    I  Components of the Equipment Check to see that all the items listed below are provided in the package. If any items are missing, contact your nearest Nikon representative immediately. DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 DS Camera Head DS-5M or...

  • Page 10: Peripheral Equipment

    MENU button until the DS-L1 has started up. This forcibly sets the DS-L1 to internal monitor output and external XGA output modes when it starts up. After the DS-L1 has started up, set to XGA in Power On Settings of the SETUP menu and save your settings.
  • Page 11 You'll need a USB hub to use a mouse, keyboard, and printer at the same time. Use a USB hub recommended by Nikon. (Not every USB hub is compatible with the DS-L1.) Only one hub can be connected to the DS-L1. If your keyboard is equipped with a USB hub, use this hub.
  • Page 12 (10) Personal computer (PC) A PC is required for remote control of the DS-L1 or to handle image data on other media. A PC can be connected to the DS-L1 via USB or over a network. For connect a PC to a network, we...

  • Page 13: Names Of Parts And Their Functions

    III Names of Parts and Their Functions 1 DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 III  Names of Parts and Their Functions DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 1  Front of the DS-L1 Internal LCD 1,024 × 768 dots 6.3-inch LCD display MENU button Press the MENU button to bring up a menu.
  • Page 14 Network Rx indicator Lights when receiving data from a LAN. LAN port Connect the DS-L1 to a LAN with a LAN cable to exchange data with a PC or server through a LAN. Right side of the DS-L1 Stand arm Extract the arm to use it.
  • Page 15 III Names of Parts and Their Functions 1 DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 Rear of the DS-L1 RGB connector Camera connector Use this connector to Connect the DS Camera Head DS-5M or the DS Cooled connect an external Camera Head DS-5Mc to this connector.

  • Page 16: Ds Camera Head Ds-5M / Ds Cooled Camera Head Ds-5Mc

    DS Remote Controller DS-RC (Optional) 3  To EXT.IN connector Connect the cable supplied with the unit from this connector to the EXTERNAL IN connector on the DS-L1. FREEZE button CAPTURE button Freezes the current Saves image data. A destination where image...

  • Page 17: Connecting And Installing The Equipment

    Connecting and Installing the Equipment Connection Diagrams 1  Schematic diagram DS-L1 PC or a PictBridge- USB cable supporting printer USB equipment, mouse, keyboard, printer, and Nikon 80i/90i misroscope LAN cable CF card DS AC adapter DS-RC DS-5M/DS-5Mc - 9 -...
  • Page 18 IV Connecting and Installing the Equipment 1 Connection Diagrams Connectors · DS-L1 Left side PC or a PictBridge- USB cable ← supporting USB mouse printer USB keyboard USB equipment Printer Microscope DS AC adapter LAN cable LAN ← · DS-L1 Rear...

  • Page 19: Installing The Ds-L1

    2  When installing the DS-L1 on a flat surface such as a desktop by using the stand arm Extract the stand arm from the DS-L1 and place it at an angle of 5 to 10 degrees, as shown below. Leave a clearance of about 100 mm around the DS-L1 to prevent heat from collecting near the equipment.

  • Page 20: Connection Methods

    Connect one end of the camera cable supplied with the unit to the CAMERA connector on the DS-L1 and the other end to the CAMERA OUT connector on the DS-5M. Squeeze the locking tabs on the connector as you plug in the connector. When the connector is plugged in all the way, the locking tabs return to their original positions, locking the connector in place.
  • Page 21 DS-L1 and the other end to the TO EXT.IN connector on the remote controller. (6) Connecting to a Network Be sure to turn off power for the DS-L1 and the equipment to be connected before making any connections. In addition, be sure to consult your network administrator.
  • Page 22 (7) Connecting External I/O Devices Be sure to turn off the power to the DS-L1 and any equipment to be connected before making connections. When an external device is connected to the EXTERNAL IN connector on the DS-L1, the image can be frozen or captured by trigger input from the external device.
  • Page 23 Strobe synchronizing output is tied to a power supply line of 24 V or less through a pullup • resistor R on the external device side. Inputs on the DS-L1 and external user device sides have the same GND potential or are • left floating.

  • Page 24: Microscope Adjustment

    V Microscope Adjustment V  Microscope Adjustment When the camera head is mounted on a microscope, adjust the microscope as described below. (1) Use the Appropriate Filters When capturing a color image: Insert the NCB filter into the optical path. When capturing a black & white image: Insert the appropriate filter into the optical path, depending on the photographic purpose.
  • Page 25 V Microscope Adjustment (2) Adjusting the Field Diaphragm Adjust the field diaphragm so that it circumscribes the viewfield. The field diaphragm has a significant impact on contrast, especially for fluorescent specimens against dark backgrounds. Make sure you adjust the field diaphragm correctly. For details on adjustment, refer to your microscope’s instruction manual.
  • Page 26 V Microscope Adjustment (6) Adjusting the Exposure Time Use an ND filter to adjust the illumination for the microscope to a level that yields a suitable exposure time (generally 1/15 to 1/250 s). You can also adjust the camera sensitivity. Terms What is an ND filter? An ND filter is a filter that affects only the amount of light passed, not the color balance of...

  • Page 27: Basic Operations

    VI  Basic Operations Preparations Before Photographing 1  Using Various Input Devices 1.1  1.1.1 Using the DS-L1 Panel Switches MENU button Cursor buttons ZOOM button FREEZE button CAPTURE button MENU button (menu/enter button) Pressing the MENU button brings up the CAM Easy menu. While the menu is displayed, use this button as the ENTER button to confirm your selection.

  • Page 28: Using The Ds Remote Controller Ds-Rc

    Capture Function in Additional Settings of the SETUP menu. 1.1.2 Using the DS Remote Controller DS-RC FREEZE button CAPTURE button FREEZE and CAPTURE buttons These buttons serve the same function as the FREEZE and CAPTURE buttons on the front panel of the DS-L1. - 20 -...

  • Page 29: Using A Mouse

    1.1.3 Using a Mouse You can use a USB mouse with the DS-L1. Be sure to use a recommended mouse. Not every USB mouse is compatible with the DS-L1. While most normal operations involve left-clicking the mouse, some may require right-clicking.

  • Page 30: Using A Keyboard

    1.1.4 Using a Keyboard You can use a USB keyboard with the DS-L1. For frequent text or character entry, you'll find using a keyboard most convenient. Be sure to use a recommended type of keyboard. Not all USB keyboards are compatible with the DS-L1.

  • Page 31: Notes On Using A Cf Card

    Check to see that the CF card indicator LED is off before inserting or removing a CF card. • Do not remove a CF card or turn off power to the DS-L1 while the card is being accessed • (the LED indicator is on). Attempting to do so may result in loss of recorded data or damage to the CF card.

  • Page 32: Menu Configuration And Method Of Displaying A Menu

    1 Preparations Before Photographing Menu Configuration and Method of Displaying a Menu 1.3  1.3.1 Menu Configuration The menus available with the DS-L1 are listed below. Shortcut menus CAM (Easy / Advn. / Reg.) Camera setting menus VIEW Save to or reproduce from CF card, two-screen...

  • Page 33: Method Of Displaying A Menu

    SETUP VI Basic Operations 1 Preparations Before Photographing 1.3.2 Method of Displaying a Menu Follow the procedure described below to show or hide a menu or to switch between menus. Using the MENU button on the main unit front panel Press the MENU button to display the CAM Easy menu.

  • Page 34: Initial Settings

    1 Preparations Before Photographing Initial Settings 1.4  When using the DS-L1 for the first time after purchasing, you must make the following environment settings before photographing any image. (1) Date and power-save settings Set the unit clock and power-save timer.
  • Page 35 Select one of these functions to save to a CF card, to save to the FTP server, or to output to a printer you want assigned to the CAPTURE button on the DS-L1 and the DS Remote Controller DS-RC or to the CAPT. button on the menu. The CAPTURE button can be assigned two or more functions at the same time.

  • Page 36: Image File Settings-File Settings

    .SETUP. VI Basic Operations 1 Preparations Before Photographing 1.4.2 Image File Settings—File Settings Display a menu and select the [SETUP] tag on it to enter the SETUP menu. Select File Settings from the SETUP menu to display the File Settings screen shown below. Sets a folder name in which files are to be stored.
  • Page 37 You can write up to 100 characters to a log when saving an image to a card or server, or up to 32 characters when outputting to a printer. Photographed data (including Nikon 80i/90i microscope data during photography) is also contained in a log.
  • Page 38 .SETUP. VI Basic Operations 1 Preparations Before Photographing 640*480 900KB 450KB 220KB 150KB 120KB When you use an overlay feature on the TOOL menu, it is possible that not all character information may be read, depending on the file type. If information is written in small characters and the image is saved in other than 1280*960 bmp format, some characters may be dropped.
  • Page 39 SETUP VI Basic Operations 1 Preparations Before Photographing NOTE: To avoid shutter delays when photographing dark subjects, select a combination marked with the performance “Rsp” in the above table. Shutter delay is increased if you save an image in display mode “C.Scan” or select “s5M”...

  • Page 40: Startup Condition Settings-Power On Settings

    .SETUP. VI Basic Operations 1 Preparations Before Photographing 1.4.3 Startup Condition Settings—Power On Settings Display a menu and select the [SETUP] tag on it to enter the SETUP menu. Select Power On Settings from the SETUP menu to display the Power On Settings screen shown below.

  • Page 41: Adjusting Monitor Output For An External Monitor

    1.4.4 Adjusting Monitor Output for an External Monitor If the DS-L1 is connected to an external monitor, you must adjust the monitor output on the Power On Settings screen. Monitor output is initially set to 1,024 × 768-resolution, 60-Hz XGA. If observation with a higher-definition display is required when photographing an image, we recommend using 1,280 ×...

  • Page 42: Settings For Direct Print

    DS-L1. Follow the procedure described below to make this adjustment. Connect an external monitor to the DS-L1. Turn on the power for the DS-L1. Give the unit about 20 minutes to warm up. Also, make sure the display has time to warm up sufficiently, in accordance with the instruction manual.

  • Page 43: Settings For Connecting A Microscope

    Or, as another method, connect a PictBridge-supporting printer to the USB-D connector on DS-L1 first, then enter a check mark in the “PictBridge” check box, and turn the power for the PictBridge-supporting printer on. This also makes printing by the PictBridge-supporting printer possible.

  • Page 44: Photographing Images

    .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images Photographing Images 2  Adjusting Camera Operation and Exposure for Better Picture Quality—CAM Menu 2.1  The CAM menu is displayed immediately after you display any menu or when you select the CAM tag. The CAM menu has the following functions for setting photographing conditions. •...
  • Page 45 CAMERA VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images Photographing procedure To photograph an image from the Easy menu, follow the procedure described below. (1) Choose scene mode and custom mode. Choose these modes according to the subject and the method of observation. (2) Adjust the white balance.
  • Page 46 .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images (1) Choosing scene mode and custom mode Choose a scene mode that suits the subject and the method of observation. Scene mode To change the scene mode for industrial or biological specimens, use Cam OSD on Power On Settings as selected from the SETUP menu.
  • Page 47 CAMERA VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images Custom modes Custom mode is the mode in which the set values for individual subjects and objectives and those of scene modes are saved. Pressing one of the buttons through c7 calls up the saved content of the selected custom mode. You also can confirm the information in the Info box.

  • Page 48: Special Photography On The Easy Menu-Df/Fl Scene Mode

    (Capt. button) or the CAPTURE button on the DS-L1 to save the image. (Capt. button) and the CAPTURE button on the DS-L1 are functionally the same. The image is saved to the destination that has been assigned to the button. You can also use these buttons to print the image.
  • Page 49 To get out of the DF/FL scene mode, select another scene mode or the custom mode. NOTE: When connecting DS-L1 with the Nikon 80i microscope equipped with DIH-E or Nikon 90i microscope via USB, the shutter for the episcopic illumination will automatically open or close, corresponding to the DF/DL scene mode operation.

  • Page 50: Fine Adjustment Before Photographing-Advn. Menu

    .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images 2.1.3 Fine Adjustment before Photographing—Advn. Menu Select the [Advn.] tab on the CAM menu, and the Advn. menu will be displayed. In the Advn. menu you can make various settings of the camera individually to obtain an optimum combination of settings for the intended subject.
  • Page 51 CAMERA VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images Photographing procedure Follow the procedure described below for general photography. By referring to the procedure below, find a method that is most suitable for the purpose of observation or the intended subject as you photograph an image. (1) Choose display mode.
  • Page 52 .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images (1) Choosing display mode Display mode here refers to one that is used to determine how an image is displayed on the screen. Choose your desired display mode from “1.3Mp,” “1.3Mi,” “5Mi” or “C.Scan.” Normally choose “1.3Mp.”...
  • Page 53 Features of exposure modes and instructions on use PROG: Automatic exposure Choose “PROG” for general photography. The DS-L1 automatically determines exposure based on a combination of the shutter speed and camera sensitivity. In this case, the electronic shutter is automatically adjusted in the following range.
  • Page 54 2 Photographing Images S_AE: Choose “S_AE” when you fix the electronic shutter while photographing the subject. With the electronic shutter fixed to its set value, the DS-L1 automatically sets the camera sensitivity. • Effective in cases where the brightness of the subject changes frequently while being observed under predetermined conditions and you are concerned with the response of automatic exposure.
  • Page 55 CAMERA VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images (3) Choosing photometry mode There are two photometry modes:  Average photometry Peak-hold photometry Normally, average photometry should be selected. The icon indicates the currently selected photometry mode. Sample settings that suit different uses are described below. Try these settings before determining your own settings.
  • Page 56 .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images Features of tones There are seven kinds of tones. Choose an easy-to-observe tone according to the subject. TONE1: Wide dynamic range Use this tone when gradation from darks to brights is required (as for subjects that have highlight reflections).
  • Page 57 CAMERA VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images The white balance can also be adjusted from a frozen image. While photographing an evenly white subject, press (freeze button) to freeze the display. Press WB while in this state, and the white balance will be automatically adjusted. Press (freeze button) again to release the frozen display, thus completing your settings.
  • Page 58 Use a level meter or an error message on the upper right corner of the screen to check the drift from the exposure level that the DS-L1 has determined to be optimum. Because the exposure level considered to be optimum varies with each subject, the level determined by the DS-L1 should be regarded as an approximate guide.
  • Page 59 You can also use these buttons to print the image. Look at the LED located by the side of the CAPTURE button on the DS-L1 to confirm the destination to which the image will be saved.
  • Page 60 .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images The image is saved according to the File Settings with regard to the directory name, file name, file format, and compression rate. Refer to File Settings (“1.4.2 Image File Settings－File Settings” in Chapter VI) for details on the format in which images are saved. You also can save or print images from a shortcut menu or the REC menu.

  • Page 61: Special Photography On Advn. Menu -Fluorescent Photographing Or Dark Subject Photographing

    Press (exposure start button), and the DS-L1 starts automatic exposure. When finished, a screen is displayed with a frozen image. is displayed when exposure time is longer than 6 seconds.

  • Page 62: Special Photography On Advn. Menu - Stroboscope Photographing

    Select “ON” for External Out in Additional Settings on the SETUP menu and press SAVE . • This setting enables output of a synchronizing signal. The stroboscope is synchronized when the shutter speed of the DS-L1 is in the following • range: 5Mi mode: 1/3 s to 1 s 1.3Mp and 1.3Mi modes: 1/7 s to 1 s...

  • Page 63: Using A Cf Card

    2 Photographing Images Using a CF Card 2.2  The DS-L1 allows you to save a photographed image to a CF card. You also can reproduce a saved image on the screen from the CF card. 2.2.1 Saving an Image to a CF Card—REC Menu Select the [REC] tag at the top of the CAM menu screen.
  • Page 64 .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images In the REC menu, you can specify the photographing source, file format, image size, and compression rate when saving an image. For the source, choose either “s5M” or “s1.3M.” Choose “s5M” to obtain high picture •...
  • Page 65 Depending on the length of time required for writing to a CF card, the DS-L1 may not be able to save images at the specified time intervals. Prior confirmation will be necessary before you begin interval photography.

  • Page 66: Reproducing Images From A Cf Card-View Menu

    .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images 2.2.2 Reproducing Images from a CF Card—VIEW Menu Display a menu and select the [VIEW] tag on it to enter the VIEW menu. In the VIEW menu, you can reproduce images on the screen from a CF card. You also can delete image files from the CF card or display a thumbnail.
  • Page 67 CAMERA VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images Using the formatting function If you insert a CF card formatted in NTFS, i.e., formats not supported by the DS-L1, the following message will be displayed on the VIEW menu. “Error !! Unacceptable...

  • Page 68: Outputting Images Directly To A Printer

    .CAMERA. VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images Outputting Images Directly to a Printer 2.3  2.3.1 Printing an Image When operating from a shortcut menu or the REC menu, use the print icon to print. When selecting CP900D printer or a PictBridge-supporting printer in the Additional Settings screen of the SETUP menu window, a print icon either respectively, is displayed.
  • Page 69 CAMERA VI Basic Operations 2 Photographing Images Selecting a source Use File Settings of the SETUP menu to select a source. Choose the “s5M” source to obtain satisfactory picture quality. The features of each source will be the same as when saving an image. Refer to “1.4.2 Image File Settings－File Settings”...

  • Page 70: Measuring Two-Point Distance Or Entering Information-Tool Menu

    (pen, count marker, text, two points distance measurement or superimposition) is deleted when you change the objective. If the microscope connected to your system is the Nikon 80i/90i microscope with digital • imaging head, the content drawn with the TOOL menu displayed on the screen (pen, count marker, text, two points distance measurement or superimposition) is deleted when you change the magnification of the optical zoom.
  • Page 71 TOOL VI Basic Operations 3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu Configuration of the TOOL menu Clear All Erases overlay information Overlay ON/OFF Displays or hides overlay Pen function Marker Count marker function Text Text input function Two-point distance measurement function Calib.

  • Page 72: What Is An Overlay

    .TOOL. VI Basic Operations 3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu What is an Overlay? 3.2  An overlay is something like a transparent sheet that is placed on top of a photographed image. Text, count markers, pen drawings, measurement lines, or superimposed images can be written on the overlay.
  • Page 73 TOOL VI Basic Operations 3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu Saving or printing the overlay If you save or print an image while an overlay on it is being displayed, the overlay image is written over the photographed image when it is saved or printed. In this case, the photographed image and the overlay are integrated into a single image when saved, so you cannot erase the overlay from the saved image.

  • Page 74: Entering A Comment On The Image

    .TOOL. VI Basic Operations 3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu Entering a Comment on the Image 3.3  You can enter a comment on the overlay of an image by using the pen drawing, count marking, or text function. An overlay can be placed on top of a live image.

  • Page 75: Using The Count Marker (To Count The Number Of Points)

    TOOL VI Basic Operations 3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu 3.3.2 Using the Count Marker (to Count the Number of Points) The count marker is a convenient function because it displays numbers in the order in which markers have been attached. Attach a marker to each point on the image, and you can count the number of points easily.

  • Page 76: Entering Textual Comments

    .TOOL. VI Basic Operations 3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu 3.3.3 Entering Textual Comments The text function allows you to enter a textual comment in the image. NOTE: Although text can be entered from a keyboard, you need a mouse to perform other operations.

  • Page 77: Measuring The Distance Between Two Points On The Screen

    Icon when using the magnification of the objective and relay lenses <When using a subject of known length> NOTE: If the microscope connected to your system is the Nikon 80i/90i microscope, set the magnification of the digital imaging head optical zoom to x1.0 before calibrating.
  • Page 78 , and the calibration information for that number will be displayed in the Info area for your confirmation. NOTE: If the microscope connected to your system is the Nikon 80i/90i microscope with motorized or intelligent nosepiece, note that each calibration value call number is linked to the hole number of the nosepiece.

  • Page 79: Calling The Calibration Value

    , and the calibration information for that number will be displayed in the Info area for your confirmation. NOTE: If the microscope connected to your system is the Nikon 80i/90i microscope with motorized or intelligent nosepiece, note that each calibration value call number is linked to the hole number of the nosepiece.
  • Page 80 If other units are displayed, you need to make the calibration setting once again. If the microscope connected to your system is the Nikon 80i/90i microscope with motorized or intelligent nosepiece, note that each calibration value call number is linked to the hole number of the nosepiece. This means you cannot change calibration values by selecting through s7 .

  • Page 81: Adjusting The Subject Position And Comparing Sizes

    TOOL VI Basic Operations 3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu Adjusting the Subject Position and Comparing Sizes 3.5  3.5.1 Using Crosshairs to Adjust the Subject Position You can display crosshairs on the screen and use it to adjust the center or the horizontal or vertical position of the subject.
  • Page 82 1,280 x 960. Crosshairs display at power-on The DS-L1 can be set to display crosshairs when it is powered on. There are two ways to perform this setting. Setting from the SETUP menu Select “ON”...

  • Page 83: Using A Scale To Measure The Subject Size

    If you change the objective while using this function, and if the microscope connected to your system is the Nikon 80i/90i microscope using a motorized nosepiece or intelligent nosepiece, the screen display will change accordingly.

  • Page 84: Using Xy Scales To Measure The Dimensions Of The Subject

    If you change the objective while using this function, and if the microscope connected to your system is the Nikon 80i/90i microscope using a motorized nosepiece or intelligent nosepiece, the screen display will change accordingly.

  • Page 85: Creating A Translucent Image And Comparing It To A Live Image

    3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu NOTE: If the microscope connected to your system is the Nikon 80i/90i microscope using a motorized nosepiece or intelligent nosepiece, note that each calibration value call number is linked to the hole number of the nosepiece.

  • Page 86: Using Dual-Window Display To Compare With The Reference Image

    .TOOL. VI Basic Operations 3 Measuring Two-point Distance or Entering Information—TOOL Menu 3.5.5 Using Dual-Window Display to Compare with the Reference Image You can split the screen into left and right halves and display a still image in the left half and a live image in the right half for image comparison.

  • Page 87: Using The Ds-L1 Via A Network

    Typical Method of Use 4.1  You can connect the DS-L1 and a PC in a network and operate the DS-L1 from the PC or exchange image files between the DS-L1 and the PC. There are three methods for operating the DS-L1 from a PC: •...
  • Page 88 Using Telnet commands to operate the DS-L1 from a PC • Advanced control of the DS-L1 Telnet commands may be used from a PC to achieve advanced control of the DS-L1. In this case, the DS-L1’s Telnet server function is used. Operating on a PC from the DS-L1 •...

  • Page 89: Network Settings

    OS of the PC used for the FTP server and installation of an FTP server • If images are to be saved in an FTP server from the DS-L1, you need to have a PC with FTP server functions installed.

  • Page 90: Setting Essential Items-Network Settings

    Please consult your network administrator for details. Network settings of the DS-L1 If you are going to connect the DS-L1 to a LAN, you need to enable it for network operation and set its own address. To make network settings on the DS-L1, select...
  • Page 91 Input (up to 10 characters) Once you set a user ID, you will be asked to provide authentication when connecting to the DS-L1 from a browser. You cannot log in unless you supply your user ID and password. If the user ID is defaulted to “anonymous,” anybody can access your DS-L1 via a network.
  • Page 92 Saving logs of connected users (NETLOG function) A record can be kept of the IP addresses of the machines that accessed the DS-L1 and of time information. When accessed from a WEB browser, access logs are kept only when the user IDs have been set in the Internal Server on the DS-L1 side.

  • Page 93: Operating The Ds-L1 From A Web Browser

    NETWORK VI Basic Operations 4 Using the DS-L1 via a Network Operating the DS-L1 from a WEB Browser 4.3  4.3.1 Setting the WEB Browser 4.3.1(1) When Using Internet Explorer Start the PC. Refer to your computer’s user manual for details.
  • Page 94 Proxy Server] first. A check mark will be displayed, allowing you to select [Advanced]. Left-click here. In the [Exceptions] column, write the IP address of the DS-L1. (Refer to “4.2.2 Setting Essential Items” in Chapter VI for details on the IP address of the DS-L1.) Enter a period after every three digits of the IP address.

  • Page 95: When Using Netscape

    NETWORK VI Basic Operations 4 Using the DS-L1 via a Network 4.3.1(2) When Using Netscape Start the PC. Refer to your computer’s user manual for details. Launch Netscape Refer to your computer’s user manual or the Netscape help function for details.
  • Page 96 Select the check box labeled [Manual Proxy Configuration] and then left-click on [View]. Left-click here. Left-click here. In the [Exceptions] column, write the ID address of the DS-L1. (Refer to “4.2.2 Setting Essential Items” in Chapter VI for details on the IP address of the DS-L1.) •...

  • Page 97: Using Web Screens

    Using WEB Screens Once a PC and the DS-L1 are connected through a network, it is possible to check or capture the image that is being shot by the camera head of the DS-L1 from a WEB browser. Even from a distance, you can check what image the DS-L1 is currently shooting.
  • Page 98 4 Using the DS-L1 via a Network Opening a WEB screen Launch either Internet Explorer or Netscape Communicator on your computer. Enter the IP address of the DS-L1 in the URL address field. (Example: http://192.168.10.2/) The Entrance screen of the DS-L1 will appear.
  • Page 99 4 Using the DS-L1 via a Network Using ROOM1 ROOM1 allows you to observe the image that is being shot by the DS-L1 at specified intervals, while at the same time capturing images onto the PC or displaying a stream window. You also can control the DS-L1 main unit from this screen.
  • Page 100 [Save] button. When you click the [Save] button, the image that is in the DS-L1 is downloaded into the PC. (Because the latest image is downloaded, it may not always be the same as the preview screen.)
  • Page 101 To avoid this problem, we recommend installing SP1 (Service Pack 1) if you are using Internet Explorer 5.5. When you open an image file in the DS-L1 directly from a PC on a network, it is possible that the original window will be closed. In that case, first download a file to the PC before opening it.
  • Page 102 (10) Preview screen Use this screen to check the image in the DS-L1 before downloading it into the PC. When you change the size of the window, the size of the preview screen changes accordingly.
  • Page 103 NOTE: If you have difficulty opening an image file in the CF card that is inserted in the DS-L1 directly from a PC on a network, temporarily save the file to the PC first, and then open it on the PC.

  • Page 104: Using Ftp Commands To Operate The Ds-L1

    Get command. Execute the Get command for one of the files, and the latest image that is in the DS-L1 at that point will be downloaded to the PC.

  • Page 105: Using Telnet Commands To Operate On The Ds-L1

    Enter the IP address of the DS-L1 from the MS-DOS prompt (command prompt) of Windows to connect to the DS-L1. (Example: Telnet 192.168.10.2)

  • Page 106: Saving Images To An Ftp Server Pc From The Ds-L1

    Setting the FTP Server Functions of the PC For image files to be transferred from the DS-L1, you need a PC which has FTP server functions. Only basic settings are described here. Refer to your OS’s help function and other materials for more detailed information on settings.
  • Page 107 Enter a user ID and a password. To ensure that the same information has been set for External Server in the Network Settings of the DS-L1, enter the user ID and the password using ten alphanumeric characters in lower- or uppercase.

  • Page 108: 2) When Using Windows 2000 Professional And Xp Professional

    [Profile]. (The specified path should be below the home directory, however.) Example: If the home directory is “C:\DSFTP,” the local path in the user account profile of the DS-L1 is “C:\DSFTP\DS1,” and the FTP Dir. on the DS-L1 side is “FTPIBOX,” then the FTP transfer directory is “C:\DSFTP\DS1\FTPIBOX\.”...
  • Page 109 Example: If the home directory is “C:\DSFTP” and the FTP Dir. specified on the DS-L1 side is “FTPIBOX,” then the FTP transfer directory is “C:\DSFTP\FTPIBOX\.”...
  • Page 110 Example: If the home directory is “C:\DSFTP,” the user home folder local path of the DS-L1 is “C:\DSFTP\DS1,” and the FTP Dir. on the DS-L1 side is “FTPIBOX,” then the FTP transfer directory is “C:\DSFTP\DS1\FTPIBOX\.” Set local paths for the second and the third users (DS-L1s) as “C:\DSFTP\DS2” and “C:\DSFTP\DS3.”...

  • Page 111: 3) When Using Mac Os X

    [Macintosh HD] – [Users]. When image files are transferred, the FTP Dir. specified on the DS-L1 side is created at a position below this home directory, and the image files are saved in that directory.
  • Page 112 .NETWORK. VI Basic Operations 4 Using the DS-L1 via a Network Other settings Network settings and confirmation Network settings and confirmation can also be accomplished by selecting [Macintosh HD] – [Applications] – [Utilities] – [Network Utility]. • The [Info] tab: Shows the IP address and other information The [Ping] tab: Sends a ping command •...

  • Page 113: Setting External Servers Of The Ds-L1-Network Settings

    Setting External Servers of the DS-L1—Network Settings Consult the network administrator in your organization for details on the FTP server. If you are going to connect the DS-L1 to a LAN, you need to enable it for network operation and set its own address.
  • Page 114 Ping test may be reexecuted after disabling the security function of the server. In that case, restart the DS-L1 first. Also, even when Ping was not responded to, there is no problem with the server connection only if the server can be logged-in in the login test described below.

  • Page 115: Saving Image Files In The Ftp Server

    Saving image files in the FTP server The CAPTURE button on the DS-L1 main unit or the DS Remote Controller DS-RC may be used to save image files in the FTP server. (Before you can do this you must first select “Save to Sever”...

  • Page 116: Using The Cam Menu To Save Image Files

    .NETWORK. VI Basic Operations 4 Using the DS-L1 via a Network 4.6.3(2) Using the CAM Menu to Save Image Files Select the [REC] tag at the top of the CAM menu screen to display the REC menu. In the REC menu, you can specify a directory and a file name before saving an image. You can also choose interval photography, which lets you shoot an image repeatedly at given intervals.
  • Page 117 Stop to stop photography in the middle. Depending on the length of time required for network transfers, the DS-L1 may not be able to save images at specified time intervals. Prior confirmation will be necessary before you use interval photography.

  • Page 118: Using The Ds-L1 When Connected To A Pc By A Usb Cable

    Recommended Operating Environment 5.1  When the DS-L1 is connected to your PC by a USB cable, you can read or write to the recording media inserted in the DS-L1 or capture the live image being shot by the CCD camera onto the Supported PCs The DS-L1 can only be connected to a Windows-based.
  • Page 119 USB interface boards and hubs The DS-L1 supports USB 2.0. If the DS-L1 and the USB interface board are connected in one of the following ways, data is transferred at a rate of 12 Mbps compliant with the USB 1.1 standard.

  • Page 120: Connecting The Ds-L1 And A Pc

    Plug the B connector of the USB cable into the USB device connector of the DS-L1. If this is the first time you are using the DS-L1 in Windows, the PC automatically recognizes the DS-L1 and installs the device driver. Refer to the subsequent pages for details.

  • Page 121: Using The Ds-L1 In Windows 2000

    5.3.1 Installing the Device Driver When the DS-L1 is connected to a PC for the first time, the PC automatically recognizes the DS-L1 and installs the device driver that comes standard with the OS. During the installation process, the window shown below will be displayed sequentially. You do not need to perform any specific operations.

  • Page 122: Outline Of The Disk Drive

    Outline of the Disk Drive When the DS-L1 is connected to a PC, the disk drive for the CF card, etc., and the internal image drive of the DS- L1 are each recognized as one removable disk by the PC.
  • Page 123 VI Basic Operations 5 Using the DS-L1 when Connected to a PC by a USB Cable How to discriminate between the media drive and the CCD image drive Right-click any removable disk icon on the My Computer screen to display its [Properties] dialog box.

  • Page 124: Using The Media Drive

    When the DS-L1 is connected to a PC, follow the procedure described below to remove the media from the media drive. Check to see that the PC card indicator on the DS-L1 is turned off. Close the menus displayed on the DS-L1.

  • Page 125: Using The Ccd Image Drive

    Double-click the CCD image drive (removable disk) icon on the My Computer screen to access the internal [DS-L1IMG] folder of the DS-L1. The latest image files shot by the DS-L1 are stored in the [DS-L1IMG] folder, and these files can be downloaded to the PC.
  • Page 126 .USB. VI Basic Operations 5 Using the DS-L1 when Connected to a PC by a USB Cable Confirming the updated date/time of image files Open My Computer and display image file icons. Then select [View] - [Refresh] to update the image file icons displayed.

  • Page 127: Removing The Ds-L1 From The Pc

    Removing the DS-L1 from the PC Because the DS-L1 is connected via a USB interface, it can be removed from the PC even if the PC remains powered on. However, to prevent data from being corrupted by removing the DS-L1 during write operation, follow the procedure described below.

  • Page 128: Using The Ds-L1 In Windows Xp

    When the DS-L1 is connected to a USB 1.1-compliant USB port, the message shown below will be displayed in the task tray (system tray). This is not an error message. The DS-L1 will operate as a USB 1.1 device.

  • Page 129: Outline Of The Disk Drive

    5.4.2 Outline of the Disk Drive When the DS-L1 is connected to a PC, the disk drive for the CF card, etc., and the internal image drive of the DS-L1 are each recognized as one removable disk by the PC.

  • Page 130: Using The Media Drive

    PC. Removing media Check to see that the PC card indicator on the DS-L1 is turned off. Close the menus displayed on the DS-L1. If any image files have been loaded from the media to the PC, close all of the open image files on the PC.

  • Page 131: Using The Ccd Image Drive

    Double-click the CCD image drive (removable disk) icon on the My Computer screen to access the internal [DS-L1IMG] folder of the DS-L1. The latest image files that have been shot by the DS-L1 are stored in the [DS-L1IMG] folder, and these files can be downloaded to the PC.
  • Page 132 .USB. VI Basic Operations 5 Using the DS-L1 when Connected to a PC by a USB Cable Confirming the updated date/time of image files Open My Computer and display image file icons. Then select [View] - [Refresh] to update the image file icons displayed.

  • Page 133: Removing The Ds-L1 From The Pc

    5.4.5 Removing the DS-L1 from the PC Because the DS-L1 is connected via a USB interface, it can be removed from the PC even while the PC remains powered on. However, to prevent data from being corrupted while removing the DS-L1 during a write operation, follow the procedure described below.

  • Page 134: Using The Microscope Control

    Overview 6.1  If the DS-L1 and the Nikon 80i/90i microscope are connected via USB, the microscope can be controlled using the DS-L1 menus. The microscope status can also be displayed on DS-L1 menus. The items for which the microscope can be controlled and its status can be displayed this way depends on the specific microscope in use.
  • Page 135 The items that can be displayed on the DS-L1 menu are limited to those for parts whose status can be detected electrically among the various parts of your microscope. Keep in mind that the items displayed on the DS-L1 menu do not include those for parts whose status cannot be detected electrically.
  • Page 136 .MICROSCOPE. VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control When the Nikon 80i microscope incorporating DIH-E is connected Parts Menu displayed Focus (Z axis) No menu displayed Nosepiece Intelligent nosepiece Status display menu displayed Manual nosepiece No menu displayed Optical zoom...
  • Page 137 MICROSCOPE VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control When the Nikon 90i microscope incorporating DIH-M is connected Parts Menu displayed Focus (Z axis) Control/status display menu displayed Nosepiece Motorized nosepiece Control/status display menu displayed Optical zoom Status display menu displayed...
  • Page 138 .MICROSCOPE. VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control When the Nikon 90i microscope incorporating DIH-E is connected Parts Menu displayed Focus (Z axis) Control/status display menu displayed Nosepiece Motorized nosepiece Control/status display menu displayed Optical zoom Control/status display menu displayed...

  • Page 139: Microscope Control Menu 1

    "microscope control menu 1," you can control the motorized units of the microscope used often. Here, the menus displayed on DS-L1 are explained for the case in which the Nikon 90i microscope incorporating DIH-E and having all motor-driven parts attached (full spec) is connected in a microscope system.
  • Page 140 .MICROSCOPE. VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control Focus (Adjusts focus) Compatible only with the Nikon 90i microscope. 1） Set the coarse/fine select icon to coarse motion mode. (The arrow icon changes shape for coarse motion and fine motion modes.
  • Page 141 Before using the autofocus function, please be sure to read Section 6.3, "Autofocus Precautions." Objective <Changes objectives> Compatible only with the Nikon 90i incorporating a motorized nosepiece. 1） In the nosepiece column , select the nosepiece number corresponding to your desired objective.
  • Page 142 .MICROSCOPE. VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control NOTE: When you change the objective, the diascopic illumination aperture diaphragm, diascopic illumination field diaphragm, condenser, Focus and ND filter also are changed accordingly. For more information, refer to the instruction manual for your microscope. When you change the objective, all the overlay data, excluding the XY scale and the scale currently displayed, is deleted.
  • Page 143 The F_Port check box is displayed only when the connected microscope incorporates the DIH-M or DIH-E. When the DS-L1 is used with the front port, you will see the message "None" displayed in the Zoom column of the "microscope control menu 1"...
  • Page 144 The names of the filters in use are also displayed on the "microscope status display/microscopy setup menu" (MIC Info menu). Lamp <Controls lamp> Compatible only with the Nikon 90i microscope. <To turn the lamp on> 1） When the lamp is off, select the icon to turn the lamp on.

  • Page 145: Microscope Control Menu 2

    Select tab [2] of the microscope control menu to display "microscope control menu 2." This section describes the menus displayed on the DS-L1 when the microscope connected is a Nikon 90i microscope incorporating the DIH-E and having all motor-driven parts attached (full spec).
  • Page 146 .MICROSCOPE. VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control Condenser <Changes condenser module > Compatible only with the Nikon 90i microscope. 1） In the condenser column , select a condenser number to which your desired condenser is registered. The condenser will change to the one you select.
  • Page 147 NOTE: The level indicator shows the current aperture of the diaphragm in increments of 0.4 in the range 2.0 to 8.9. ND filter <Adjusts the transmission factor of the ND filter> Compatible only with Nikon 90i microscopes with motorized ND filters attached. 1） In the ND filter column...

  • Page 148: Microscope Status Display/Microscopy Setup Menu (Mic Info Menu)

    Right-click anywhere on the screen where no other menu is displayed to display the microscope status display/microscopy setup menu (MIC Info menu). NOTE: This menu is displayed only when the connected microscope is a Nikon 90i microscope or Nikon 80i microscope incorporating the DIH-E.
  • Page 149 VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control Objective <Shows magnification and NA value of the objective > Compatible only with Nikon 80i/90i microscopes that have motorized or intelligent nosepieces attached. 1） The menu indicates the magnification and NA value of the current objective in the...
  • Page 150 Use microscope control menu 1 to change filters. Observation method <Sets the observation method> If the microscope connected is a Nikon 90i microscope incorporating the DIH-E, you can use one of the Nikon-specified default observation methods. 1）...
  • Page 151 MICROSCOPE VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control <To link the observation method with the photographing mode of DS-L!> Right-click on the icon indicating an observation method to open the menu showing all observation methods. Enter a check mark in the check box. - 143 -...

  • Page 152: Autofocus Precautions

    .MICROSCOPE. VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control Autofocus Precautions 6.3  Before using autofocus, check your microscope for the following. Disregarding these precautions may result in damage to the objective or sample. Precautions for samples 1） The autofocus function may be used with samples mounted on specimen slides with cover glass in the sizes indicated below.
  • Page 153 MICROSCOPE VI Basic Operations 6 Using the Microscope Control Precautions for 90i setup 1） Make sure the observation method is set to bright-field microscopy. 2） Make sure the objective used is N.A. 0.04 to 0.95 • x1 to x100. • (Phase contrast, liquid immersion, polarization, Hoffman, multi-immersion, and industrial-use objectives may not be used.) 3）...
  • Page 154 Microscopy condition is too bright. Focusing stops at the original position for the autofocus. Use the autofocus function under following conditions set on the DS-L1 (when the sample is nearly in focus). Scene mode: Exposure time: Under AE setting, the exposure time should come within 1/120 to 1/350 (in 1.3 MP display mode)

  • Page 155: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance Cleaning the System 1  Use a soft cloth to wipe away dirt from the DS-L1, the remote controller, and the cables. • Before cleaning the camera head, first attach the C mount cap. Then use a soft cloth to •...

  • Page 156: Troubleshooting

    VIII Troubleshooting 1 Power Supply VIII  Troubleshooting If you experience any problems, check the troubleshooting list below. If you are still not able to resolve the problem, consult with your nearest Nikon representative. Power Supply 1  Symptom Corrective action • Make sure the power cord is plugged firmly into an AC outlet at one...

  • Page 157: Image Output

    VIII Troubleshooting 2 Image Output Image Output 2  Symptom Corrective action • Connect the cables securely. No image appears. • Connect the cables firmly in their specified locations. • Connect the camera head correctly. • Remove the C mount cap from the camera head. •...
  • Page 158 VIII Troubleshooting 2 Image Output Symptom Corrective action • Set the white balance. The color is poor. => See “2 Photographing Images” in Chapter VI. • Apply a moderate amount of color compensation. => See “2 Photographing Images” in Chapter VI. •...

  • Page 159: Photographing And Saving

    VIII Troubleshooting 3 Photographing and Saving Photographing and Saving 3  Symptom Corrective action • Set the image quality in File Settings of the SETUP menu. Captured images have Reduce the JPEG Quality (compression rate) or select “No compression low resolution and (BMP).”...

  • Page 160: Networking

    • Check that the twisted pair cables for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX are used. • If the DS-L1 is connected to a LAN via a hub, check that straight cables are used. • If the DS-L1 is connected directly to a PC without going through a hub, check that crossed cables are used.
  • Page 161 Cannot connect the Checking for presence in a LAN system to a network. <Using a command from PC to search for the DS-L1 in a LAN> Check network connections by using the “ping” command. (Continued from the For Windows, select [Start] - [Programs] - [Accessories] - [MS-DOS...
  • Page 162 If the DS-L1 remains turned off for more than a week, its internal timer will stop. If the DS-L1 is not used for an extended period of time, reset the time of day. The backup function recovers when the system is powered on.

  • Page 163: Usb

    USB1.1-compliant USB port. This is not an error, and the DS-L1 operates as a USB 1.1 device. • There may be a conflict between the drive letter assigned to the DS-L1 The DS-L1 will behave and that of another USB device already connected to the PC. Change as follows after being the drive letter for the DS-L1, referring to “5.3.2 Outline of the Disc...
  • Page 164 • There may be a possibility that PictBridge-supporting printer is selected • When connected to a in Additional Settings screen in the SETUP menu. Select the selection PC, DS-L1 is recognized mode for Mitsubishi DP900D printer, using "1.4.5 Settings for Direct not as a storage unit Print"...

  • Page 165: Microscope Control From The Ds-L1

    • Wait until the microscope is ready for operation. It takes about 30 seconds for the microscope to be ready. • Connect the USB cable securely between the DS-L1 to the digital imaging head on the 80i or to the 90i microscope.

  • Page 166: Technical Specifications

    IX Technical Specifications 1 DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 IX  Technical Specifications DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1 1  Display 6.3-inch TFT liquid crystal display, 1024 × 768 XGA LCD display External output Analog RGB output, SXGA/XGA selectable format SXGA: 1280 × 1024 @ 60 Hz, non-interlaced XGA: 1024 ×...

  • Page 167: Ds Camera Head Ds-5M

    Fine, Normal, Basic, Draft mode Interface CF card Type I, Type II USB1.1 host interface USB mouse, USB keyboard, USB printer (CP900D) connectable, Nikon 80i/90i microscope USB2.0 device Mass storage class supported, PictBridge supporting printer connectable interface Direct print CP900D made by Mitsubishi Electric or a PictBridge supporting printer connectable Network IEEE802.3 compliant, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, DHCP supported...

  • Page 168: Ds Cooled Camera Head Ds-5Mc

    IX Technical Specifications 3 DS Cooled Camera Head DS-5Mc DS Cooled Camera Head DS-5Mc 3  Image pickup device 2/3-inch square, 5,240,000-pixel IT-CCD Frame rate 3.75 fps (5Mi), 7.5 fps (1.3Mp), 6.8 fps (1.3Mi), 15 fps (1.3Mp C.Scan) Quantization 12 bits Sensitivity Equivalent to ISO64 to 3200 in terms of film sensitivity (Tone 3, camera sensitivity: x1 to x46)
  • Page 169 IX Technical Specifications 6 Overall Specifications Storage environment Temperature –20° to 60° C Humidity 90%RH max. (No dewdrops allowed.) • The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. • Due to an unavoidable characteristic of the CCD, there may be some missing pixels. Some of them may be automatically corrected, and the image may appear as if there are no missing pixels.

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