Olympus IPLEX UltraLite User Manual

6• Do not allow metal or water, or any other fluid to get into the battery compartment or onto the battery terminals.Should any foreign object enter t

7Main unit rating plate/caution plateThe safety ratings, cautions, and serial number are on stickers on the battery cover and in the battery compartme

81 Unpacking1.1 Unpacking the instrumentWhen unpacking the instrument, check to make sure that all of the items listed below are included.Should anyth

92 Nomenclature2.1 Main unit/insertion tube nomenclature* The functions of these buttons may be different when they are long-pressed. In this manual,

102 Nomenclature2.2 Distal end/optical adapter nomenclature* For information about the product abbreviation, see the optical adapter instruction manua

112 Nomenclature2.3 LCD monitor nomenclatureNo. Name1 Logo2 Brightness level3 Zoom level4 Date/Time5 Title6 Temperature indicator7Number of images tha

123 Pre-observation/pre-operation preparation and inspectionBe sure to finish the preparation and inspection work described in this chapter before usi

133 Pre-observation/pre-operation preparation and inspectionUsing the AC adapterAfter connecting the provided AC power cord to the AC inlet of the AC

143 Pre-observation/pre-operation preparation and inspectionTurning on powerHold down the POWER button ( ) for at least 3 seconds to turn on power.Dis

153 Pre-observation/pre-operation preparation and inspection4 Turn the nut of the optical adapter clockwise until the second screw thread is screwed o

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163 Pre-observation/pre-operation preparation and inspectionAttaching the tripod adapterAttach the tripod adapter to the instrument to use a tripod to

173 Pre-observation/pre-operation preparation and inspection3.3 Pre-operation/post-operation inspectionsCAUTION• The distal end may become hot due to

183 Pre-observation/pre-operation preparation and inspectionOptical adapterAny dirt or water on the inner or outer of the objective lens surfaces or t

194 Basic operation4.1 Viewing an observation objectWARNING• The distal end will be hot immediately after use in a high-temperature environment. Do no

204 Basic operation4.2 Adjusting the image displayStill image display (Freeze)1 While a live image is displayed, short-press the [FRZ/REC] button.This

214 Basic operation4.3 Recording imagesStill images and movie images can be recorded during observation. Data can be stored on the provided SD card.Us

224 Basic operationFile namesFile names are generated and assigned automatically as images are stored on an SD card. You can change a file if you wan

234 Basic operation4.4 Replaying an imageRecorded images can be displayed using either of two screen views: a full-screen view of a single image (retr

244 Basic operationMulti-image view (thumbnail screen)The thumbnail screen shows multiple recorded movie and still images on a single screen (nine ima

254 Basic operation4.5 Using images on a PCUse the provided USB cable to import recorded images directly from the instrument to your computer.1 On the

iContentsIntroduction ... 1Intended use...

265 Menu operations and functions5.1 Performing menu operations1 Long-press the [ENT/MENU] joystick.This displays the main menu.2 Tilt the [ENT/MENU]

275 Menu operations and functions5.2 Using the live screen/freeze screenMenu display and functionsThe settings described in the table below can be con

285 Menu operations and functionsDisplay information settingSpecifies whether display information (date and time, title, etc.) should be shown on the

295 Menu operations and functionsInputting a titleThe following are the two methods that can be used to input a title.• Input text from the on-screen

305 Menu operations and functions2 Select the preset title you want from the list and then press the [ENT/MENU] joystick.The text string you select ap

315 Menu operations and functionsChanging the display languageUse the procedure below to select the language for menus and error messages that appear

325 Menu operations and functions5.3 Using the thumbnail/retrieve screensMenu display and functionsThe menu displayed on the thumbnail/retrieve screen

336 Storage and maintenance6.1 Replacing the batteryThough the battery life depends on the operating environment and frequency of use, replacement of

346 Storage and maintenanceCleaning the distal endDirt or water droplets on the objective lens or electrodes of the distal endGrasping the rigid porti

356 Storage and maintenanceCleaning the LCD monitorLCD monitor viewing problems due to fingerprints and dirtWipe the LCD monitor with a soft cloth dam

ii4.4 Replaying an image... 23Playing back on a full-s

367 TroubleshootingWARNING• Never use the instrument if there is any abnormality. Otherwise, the instrument may malfunction and the user may also be i

377 TroubleshootingCommon problemsHIGH TEMPERATURE (DISTAL END).PLEASE IMMEDIATELY PULL OUT THE INSERTION TUBE.This message prompts you to stop inspec

387 TroubleshootingThe optical adapter cannot be attached to the insertion tube.A foreign object is stuck to the screws.➝Wipe with a clean piece of ga

397 Troubleshooting7.2 Requesting repair of this productWARNING• Olympus is not liable for any accidents or instrument damage that occurs as a result

408 Specifications8.1 Operating environmentCAUTION• Meeting operating environment specifications does not constitute any guarantee against damage to o

418 SpecificationsNOTE• The images recorded with the instrument can be displayed on a computer, etc., but playback on the instrument of images recorde

428 SpecificationsExternal application standardLow Voltage Directive and EMC DirectiveThis product conforms with the following directives.• Directive

438 Specifications8.3 Optical adapter specificationsFor 4-mm type insertion tubeWhen the optical adapter is mounted on the insertion tube.• *1 Indica

44AppendixSystem chartStrap4-mm type• IV8420U• IV8435U6-mm type• IV8620U• IV8635UUSB cableComputer (commercially available)IPLEX UltraLite main unitIn

1IntroductionIntended useThis instrument is intended for inspecting and observing the interior of machinery, equipment, materials, and other objects,

2Safety precautionsGeneral safety precautionsObserve the precautions described below when handling the instrument. The information is to be supplement

3• Use only a power cord and AC adapter specified by Olympus.Using equipment not specified by Olympus may damage the instrument causing smoke or fire.

4• Never use an optical adapter when any of its parts are loose.Otherwise, a loose part might fall into the inspection object.• If an optical adapter

5• When disposing of this product, be sure to do so in accordance with all local laws, rules, and regulations.Before disposing of this product, check