Zeiss AxioCam ERc 5s Manual de usuario

User Guide
AxioCam ERc 5s
Microscope Camera

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1 About this guide|1.1 Introduction
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1.1 Introduction
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1.1
Introduction
Welcome to the AxioCam ERc 5s user guide.
The camera is a high-resolution digital camera with a color CMOS sensor for light-
microscopy applications. To make it easier for you to set up the camera, please
follow the instructions in these chapters step by step.
Content Chapter Content
About this guide Introduction and overview of this manual.
Safety Important information on the safe handling of the
camera.
Read this chapter before unpacking and
operating the camera.
Shipment The contents of delivery and optional attachments
will be described here.
Technical data Here you will find the camera's technical data.
Connecting the camera In this chapter, you will find detailed instructions
on connecting and using the camera.
Remote Control and OSD
menu
This chapter lists the functions of the IR remote
control and the functions in the On Screen Display
(OSD) menu.
Installing software and
drivers
Here you will learn how to install the software and
camera drivers.
Acquiring images This chapter provides the basics of image
acquisition.
Troubleshooting In this chapter, we have listed some solutions to
various problems. If you are still unable to solve
your problem, contact ZEISS support.
Maintenance This chapter describes some measures for the
maintenance and care of your camera. In case of
greater damage, always contact ZEISS support.
Disposal and Recycling Important instructions for disposal and recycling.

1 About this guide|1.2 Safety notes conventions
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1.2 Safety notes conventions
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1.2
Safety notes conventions
The safety notes in this document follow a system of risk levels, defined in the
following manner:
CAUTION
Risk of personal injury
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate personal injury.
NOTICE
Risk of property damage
NOTICE indicates a property damage message. In addition, NOTICE is used for
data loss or corrupt data.
Note
Indicates useful additional information. It helps you to make your daily work
easier, but it is optional. There is no risk for personal injury or property damage
involved.

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1.3 Text formats and conventions
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1.3
Text formats and conventions
Bold texts
Bold is used for texts within the software like names of GUI elements (e.g. buttons,
sections, tools, menus), buttons on a device, and product names (e.g. MTB 2011).
Font type "Courier"
Usedforprogrammingcode,e.g.macrocodeaswellas
foranythingthatyouwouldtypeliterallywhen
programming,includingkeywords,datatypes,constants,
methodnames,variables,classnames,andinterface
names.
Shortcuts and key commands
Shortcuts are written like Crtl+C, meaning you should press Crtl-Key and C-Key
simultaneously.
Procedures
The following formats are used for procedures (instructive sequences):
Prerequisites ¢stands for a condition which must be fulfilled before starting with the action.
Procedure 1stands for a single step the user is asked to perform.
Web-Links
Web links appear in blue text. To open the linked website, simply click on the link.
Please make sure you have an internet connection established before opening the
web link.

2 Safety|2.1 Safety Notes
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2.1 Safety Notes
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2.1
Safety Notes
The AxioCam ERc 5s has been manufactured and tested by ZEISS according to the
regulations specified in CE and has left the manufacturer’s premises in perfect
working order. In order to ensure that this condition is maintained and to avoid any
risks when operating the system, the user must comply with any notes and
warnings contained in this manual. The manufacturer shall be exempt from
statutory liability for accidents should the operator fail to observe the safety
regulations.
CAUTION
Personal Injury
To avoid personal injury, read and adhere to the safety notes below.
uTo avoid the risk of fire or explosion, do not use the camera near
inflammable liquids or gases.
uSetup, expansions, re-adjustments, alterations, and repairs must be carried
out only by persons who have been authorized by ZEISS.
uDo not allow any cables, particularly power cords, to trail across the floor,
where they can be snagged by people walking past.
uProtect the cables from excessive heat (e.g. halogen lamps, microscope
fluorescence illumination).

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NOTICE
To avoid equipment damage, data loss, or corrupted data, read and adhere to
the safety notes below.
uProtect the camera against mechanical impact. External damage may affect
the operation of inner components.
uKeep chemicals and fluids away from the camera.
uMake sure there is sufficient ventilation of the camera head. Avoid direct
exposure to sunlight and locations near heat sources (radiators, stoves).
Overheating can cause noisy images.
uUse the camera in a clean and dry location.
uAttach all connectors firmly and securely.
uUse only the accessories supplied by ZEISS, when applicable.
uUse only normal microscope cleaning material to clean the camera housing.
uContact your local ZEISS service organization if a repair is necessary.
uSave all your data, such as images, measurement data, archives, reports,
forms and documents, at regular intervals on an external storage medium.
Otherwise it cannot be avoided that access to this data may be lost as a
result of operational errors or hardware defects. ZEISS accepts no liability for
consequential damage resulting from insufficient data protection.
2.2 Limitation of liability
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2.2
Limitation of liability
No warranty shall be assumed by ZEISS during the warranty period if the equipment
is operated without observing the safety regulations. In any such case, ZEISS shall
be exempt from statutory liability for accidents resulting from such operation.
2.3 Warranty
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2.3
Warranty
ZEISS shall be exempt from any warranty obligations should the user fail to observe
the safety regulations. ZEISS only guarantees the safety, reliability, and performance
of the system if the safety notes are closely observed.

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2.4 Intended Use
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2.4
Intended Use
NOTICE
The camera should only be used for training and research. The images / videos
from this camera must not be used for the direct generation of diagnostic
results.

3 Technical data|3.1 AxioCam ERc 5s Rev.2
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3 Technical data
3.1 AxioCam ERc 5s Rev.2
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3.1
AxioCam ERc 5s Rev.2
Feature Value
Sensor type Micron CMOS color sensor
Number of pixels 2560 (H) x 1920 (V) = 5 megapixels
Pixel size 2.2 µm x 2.2 µm
Chip size 5.70 x 4.28 mm, corresponds to
1/2.5"
Live image frame rates on PC
(maximal values when using optimal
hardware)
H x V: Frame rate @1
ms:
800 x 600 20 fps
Sensor subarea readout (ROI) Adjustable
Digitization 8 Bit / pixel
Exposure times 10 us up to 2 s
Interface (camera) USB 2.0 mini, SD card slot, RJ 45
(LAN), HDMI (DVI-D)
Interface (PC) 2x USB 2.0 Standard-A
Optical interface C-Mount adapter
Dimensions in mm (H x W x D) 66 x 68 x 68
Operating systems Microsoft® Windows 7 x64 Ultimate
SP1, Microsoft® Windows 7 x32
Ultimate SP1
Certificate CE, RoHS
Power supply Via USB 2.0 interface
Environment conditions 5° ... + 45° Celsius, max. 80% relative
air humidity, no condensation, free air
circulation required
Order number 426540-9901-000

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Note
Computer hardware, operating system, and software may decrease the frame
rates. Selecting a part of the sensor area or applying binning can increase the
frame rate. All specifications are subject to change without notice.
3.1.1 Spectral Sensitivity
Fig.3.1: Spectral Sensitivity AxioCam ERc 5s
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