Leica DFC280 Manuel utilisateur
Leica DFC
Cameras
Quick Start Guide
Leica DFC Cameras Quick Start Guide
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Part Number: 12730012
Date: September 2006
Issue: 6
Software Version: 6.7
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Leica DFC Cameras – Quick Start Guide 1
Contents
Contents 1
Symbols 2
Safety concept 3
Introduction 6
Computer and Camera Requirements and Conditions 7
Overview of Leica DFC Cameras and components 8
Overview of Hardware and Software Installation 10
Installing Leica DFC Twain Software 11
Installation of Leica Camera Hardware 13
Setting up DFCTwain to view and acquire images 32
Hints and tips 37
Troubleshooting 38
Service 40
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Symbols
Warning
This symbol denotes information that must be read and
observed. Failure to do so may lead to malfunction of, or
damage to the equipment.
User information
This symbol denotes additional information or
explanation.
Action
This symbol within the text indicates that certain actions
must be carried out.
Leica DFC Cameras – Quick Start Guide 3
Safety concept
Intended use
Leica DFC Cameras can be attached to
stereomicroscopes, surgical microscopes, macroscopes
and classical microscopes in order to view the images
obtained on computer monitors. The images can
subsequently be processed, recorded and archived.
Use with surgical microscopes
The Leica DFC Cameras have not been tested for
compliance with IEC 601-1-1, FDA and FDI (USA), or with
medical products regulations. They may therefore only
be used in areas of surgical microscopy where the
regulations stated above do not apply.
Use contrary to intended use
The use of Leica DFC Cameras in a manner other than
that described in this user manual could result in
personal injury and damage to property.
Only use the plugs and cables provided. Do not attempt
to disassemble Leica DFC Cameras.
Maintenance
Only Leica-trained service technicians may carry out
maintenance.
Only original Leica replacement parts may be used.
Power Cables
Inspect cables regularly for damage.
Defective cables may endanger personnel directly or
make the camera and accessories electrically live,
thereby endangering personnel.
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Cable Routing
Route cables with care, so that users do not become
entangled, causing damage to the camera, damage to
other equipment or cause personal injury.
Liquids
Handle liquids with care to avoid spillage on any
equipment. It may cause damage to the equipment and
make the camera and accessories electrically live,
thereby endangering personnel.
Installation in third-party products
When installing Leica products into third-party products,
note the following:
The manufacturer of the complete system or its dealer is
responsible for following all applicable safety
instructions, laws and guidelines.
Disposal – The product must be disposed of in
accordance with locally applicable laws and
regulations.
Legal requirements - Adhere to general and local
regulations relating to accident prevention and
environmental protection.
Legal regulations
Observe the valid legal and country-specific regulations
relating to accident prevention and environmental
protection.
Additional note
This user manual is also available on the Leica DFC
Camera CD supplied with your Digital Camera system.
Visit our website regularly:
http://www.leica-microsystems.com
There you will find the very latest software drivers and
additional information along with the most recent user
manual and FAQs.
Leica DFC Cameras – Quick Start Guide 5
EC declaration of conformity
Leica DFC Cameras and their accessories are produced
with state-of-the-art technology and are supplied with
an EC declaration of conformity.
FCC Compliance Note (for IC 3D and IC D only)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference,
in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
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Introduction
Notes for the user
Before fitting a Leica DFC Camera and putting it into
operation, pay attention to the following points:
Read this user manual and follow the directions for
safety and care.
Read the user manual for your stereomicroscope,
surgical microscope, macroscope or optical
microscope, and observe the notes on safety and
care.
Ensure that the Leica DFC Camera is used only by
persons authorized to do so.
Ensure that the Leica DFC Camera user manual is
always available.
Check regularly that the users are complying with
safety requirements
If a fault that could cause personal injury develops
in the product, inform your local Leica agency or
Leica Microsystems (Switzerland) Ltd, Cambridge,
UK.
Ensure that no electrical connections come loose
during use.
Illustrations, descriptions and technical data are not
binding and may be changed without notice. You will
find the latest release of this user manual and other
information on our home page:
www.leica-microsystems.com
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