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INSTRUCTIONS
CX23
Biological microscope
This instruction manual is for the Olympus biological microscopes model CX23. To ensure the
safety, obtain optimum performance and to familiarize yourself fully with the use of this microscope,
we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the microscope. Retain this
instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for future reference.
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- Page 1 CX23 Biological microscope This instruction manual is for the Olympus biological microscopes model CX23. To ensure the safety, obtain optimum performance and to familiarize yourself fully with the use of this microscope, we recommend that you study this manual thoroughly before operating the microscope. Retain this instruction manual in an easily accessible place near the work desk for future reference.
- Page 2 Equipment, this symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but should be collected separately. Refer to your local Olympus distributor in EU for return and/or collection systems available in your country. For Korea only B급...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety precautions .......................... CAUTION - Prevention of infection - .....................1 CAUTION - Installation of the device - ....................1 CAUTION - Electrical safety - ........................2 CAUTION - LED (light emitting diode) - .....................2 CAUTION -Safety symbols- ..........................2 Intended use ..................................3 Handling precautions ..............................3 Maintenance and storage ............................4 1 Standard combination........................ - Page 4 Adjusting the diopter ...................................11 Switching the objectives ..................................12 Using the 100X oil immersion objective ..........................13 5 Useful Information .......................... 6 Troubleshooting ..........................7 Specifications ............................. 8 Optical characteristics ....................... 9 Assembly ..............................10 Optional accessories ....................... 10-1 System diagram of optional accessories ..................21 10-2 Installation and operation of optional accessories ..............21 Filter holder CH2-FH and darkfield ring CH2-DS ......................21 Eyepieces WHSZ15X-H ..................................22...
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Page 5: Safety Precautions
CX23 Safety precautions If the product is used in a manner not specified by this manual, the safety of the user may be imperiled. In addition, the product may also be damaged. Always use the product as outlined in this instruction manual. -
Page 6: Caution - Electrical Safety
CAUTION - Electrical safety - Always use the AC adapter and power cord provided by Olympus. If the proper AC adapter and power cord are not used, the electric safety and EMC (Electro-Magnetic Compatibility ) performance of the device can not be assured. If no power cord is provided, please select the proper power cord by referring to the section “Proper selection of the power supply cord”... -
Page 7: Intended Use
CX23 Intended use This product has been designed to be used to observe magnified images of specimens in various routine work and research applications. This includes the observation of living cells or of specimen taken from tissues to gain physiological or morphological information at hospitals or laboratories. -
Page 8: Maintenance And Storage
3. When not using the product, store it in a dry place or cover it with a dust cover. Please purchase the dedicated dust cover (made by Olympus) at the sales office. Do not use a cover with a high sealing performance, e.g. plastic bags, etc. as a dust cover. The CAUTION humidity inside the microscope may rise and may be damaged. -
Page 9: Standard Combination
CX23 Standard combination } Refer to the drawing below and make sure that all necessary components are included in the product you purchased. The objectives have been screwed in tightly to prevent them from being loosened during CAUTION transportation. To remove an objective, turn it counterclockwise while holding it with a rubber sheet, etc., so that your fingers don’t slip. -
Page 10: Nomenclature Of Operating Portions
Nomenclature of operating portions Cautions when unpacking } The items 1 to 3 described below have been attached at the factory to prevent quality deterioration during transportation. Remove these items from the products. However, do not dispose them of and keep them for future transportation. Loosen the observation tube clamping knob and turn the observation tube so that the eyepieces come to the same direction as shown in the illustration below. -
Page 11: Summary Of Brightfield Observation Procedure
CX23 Summary of brightfield observation procedure (Operation portion) (Page) Turn “ I ” (ON) the main switch Main switch (p.8) and adjust the brightness. Brightness adjustment knob (p.8) Specimen holder (p.8) Set the specimen on the stage. X-axis/Y-axis feed knobs (p.8) -
Page 12: Detailed Observation Procedure
Detailed observation procedure Turning the LED Illumination ON Set the main switch a to “ I ” (ON). Rotating the brightness adjustment knob b in the direction of the arrow increases brightness and rotating it in the opposite direction decreases brightness. The figures around the knob represent rough indication of the brightness. -
Page 13: Adjusting The Focus
CX23 Specimen position scale } By reading and taking a note of the X-axis and Y-axis scales (coordinates), the original position once observed in the specimen can be retrieved even after the movement of the specimen. The X-axis scale should be read at the position a on the specimen holder. -
Page 14: Adjusting The Interpupillary Distance
Using the pre-focusing knob } The pre-focusing knob prevents breakage of the specimen by collision between the specimen and objective. After bringing the specimen into focus with the objective which has the shortest WD, rotate the pre-focusing knob a so that bottom of the pre-focusing knob touches the stage guide. -
Page 15: Adjusting The Diopter
CX23 Adjusting the diopter } The diopter adjustment is to compensate for the difference of eyesights between left and right eyes of the observer. When the eyepiece is not equipped with the eyepiece micrometer Rotate the diopter adjustment ring a at the upper area of the eyepiece to adjust the reticle to [-1] (both sides). -
Page 16: Switching The Objectives
Using the eye shades When wearing eyeglasses Use the eye shades in the normal, folded-down position. When not wearing eyeglasses Extend the folded eye shades in the direction of the arrow. Observation becomes comfortable, since it prevents extraneous light from entering between the eyepieces and eyes. -
Page 17: Using The 100X Oil Immersion Objective
} The designated immersion oil should be applied to the top lens of the 100X oil immersion objective. Otherwise, the observed image will be unable to be focused on. Always use the immersion oil supplied by Olympus. If you CAUTION use immersion oil other than supplied by Olympus, the proper optical performance cannot be demonstrated. -
Page 18: Useful Information
Useful Information How to track a microscopic image To track an image moving leftwards Move the slide (or to move the glass to the specimen image left. rightwards): Direction of moving the image To move the Move the slide specimen image glass down. - Page 19 CX23 Aperture stop The aperture stop of the condenser is a mechanism to adjust the numerical aperture of the condenser to make the incidence angle of the illumination light to the value suitable for observation. The observation is available with optimum contrast and resolution by adjusting the numerical aperture of the condenser appropriately for the numerical aperture of each objective lens.
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
Under certain conditions, performance of the microscope may not be given properly. If problems occur, please review the following list and take remedial action as needed. If you cannot solve the problem after checking the entire list, please contact Olympus for assistance. Refer-... - Page 21 CX23 Refer- Problem Cause Remedy ence page 9. The stage descends by its own Tension adjustment ring is set too Tighten the tension adjustment ring to weight or the focus is lost due to loose. get proper tension. slippage of the coarse adjustment knob.
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Page 22: Specifications
Specifications Item Specification Optical system Infinity correction optical system Illumination Built-in 0.5 W LED illumination system. 5-6 V 0.5 A (AC adapter:100-240 V 50/60 Hz 0.4 A) Power consumption: 1.7 W Focusing mechanism Stage height adjustment mechanism. Movement distance per scale of fine adjustment knob: 2.5 µm Movement distance per round of fine adjustment knob: 0.3 mm Total movement range: 15 mm Pre-focusing knob provided, tension of the coarse adjustment knob adjustable. -
Page 23: Optical Characteristics
CX23 Optical characteristics The following table shows the optical performances of Magnification combinations of eyepieces and objectives. The figure on the right shows the performances Numerical aperture indicated on the objectives. Mechanical tube length Field number Color band Cover glass thickness... -
Page 24: Assembly
· Always use the AC adapter and power cord provided by CAUTION Olympus. If the proper AC adapter and power cord are not used, the electric safety and EMC performance of the device can not be assured. If no power cord is provided, please select the proper power cord by referring to the section“Proper selection of the power supply cord”... -
Page 25: Optional Accessories
CX23 Optional accessories 10-1 System diagram of optional accessories Eyepieces WHSZ15X-H Eyepiece micrometer Microscope frame CX23 Filter holder CH2-FH Darkfield ring Reflection CH2-DS mirror CH20-MM 45 mm filter 10-2 Installation and operation of optional accessories Filter holder CH2-FH and darkfield ring CH2-DS } This holder accommodates the CH2-DS darkfield ring. -
Page 26: Eyepieces Whsz15X-H
Eyepieces WHSZ15X-H } The standard 10X eyepieces are clamped using screws. Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, loosen the clamping screws a of 10X eyepieces and remove eyepieces. Insert the WHSZ15 X-H into the eyepiece sleeves and tighten the clamping screws a . Mounting the eyepiece micrometer (optional) } If you are using 10 X eyepiece, please purchase the eyepiece micrometer with diameter 24 mm diameter and 1.5 mm thickness. -
Page 27: Reflection Mirror Ch20-Mm
} A planar reflection mirror is used normally. However, if the brightness of observed field of view is uneven, use a concave reflection mirror. Storing in wooden case (optional) If the wooden case tilts, the stored CX23 also tilts and CAUTION it may collide with the case depending on the stage position. -
Page 28: Proper Selection Of The Power Supply Cord
If no power supply cord is provided, please select the proper power supply cord for the equipment by referring to “ Specifications ” and “ Certified cord ” below: Caution: In case you use a non-approved power supply cord for Olympus products, Olympus can no longer warrant the electrical safety of the equipment. Specifications... - Page 29 CX23 Table 2 HAR flexible cord Approval organizations and cordage harmonization marking methods Alternative marking utilizing black-red-yellow thread (Length Printed or embossed harmonization of color section in mm) Approval organization marking (May be located on jacket or insulation of internal wiring)
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