EN IM Axiocam 208 Color-202 Mono V05
EN IM Axiocam 208 Color-202 Mono V05
EN IM Axiocam 208 Color-202 Mono V05
Original Manual
Document Name: ZEISS Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono Instruction Manual
Order Number: 426570-7011-001
Revision: 5
Language: en-US
Effective from: 11/2021
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Content ZEISS
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1 General Information ...................................................................... 5
2 Safety ............................................................................................ 7
4 Shipment ....................................................................................... 16
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10 Troubleshooting ............................................................................ 45
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1 General Information | 1.1 Introduction ZEISS
1 General Information
1.1 Introduction
Welcome to the Axiocam 208 color / Axiocam 202 mono user guide.
These cameras are multi-functional digital CMOS cameras for use in 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.
Technical data Here you will find your camera's technical data.
Connecting the camera In this chapter, you will find detailed instructions on con-
necting and using the camera.
OSD menu This chapter lists the functions of the On Screen Display
(OSD) menu.
Installing software and drivers Here you will learn how to install the software and camera
drivers.
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1 General Information | 1.3 Explanation warning messages and additional information ZEISS
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 cor-
rupt data.
Info
Indicates useful additional information. It helps you to make your daily work easier, but it is op-
tional. There is no risk for personal injury or property damage involved.
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2 Safety | 2.1 Intended use ZEISS
2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The Axiocam 208 color and the Axiocam 202 mono are high definition cameras for color and
monochromatic imaging, respectively. They are suitable for use as accessories for educational and
routine microscopy in laboratory environments and for use by trained laboratory personnel. The
cameras have been designed to be used in the field of light microscopy for general observation,
routine work, and simple applications in which a sufficient amount of light is available.
These cameras should only be used for training and research. The images / videos from these
cameras must not be used for the direct generation of diagnostic results.
Axiocam 208 color and Axiocam 202 mono have been manufactured and tested by ZEISS accord-
ing to the regulations specified in CE and has left the manufacturer’s premises in perfect working
order. The cameras are intended to be used in a basic electromagnetic environment while the
noise emission conforms to CISPR 11 Class B level. The EMC performance might be impaired while
integrated into a system. 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 op-
erator fail to observe the safety regulations.
CAUTION
Personal Injury
To avoid personal injury, read and adhere to the safety notes below.
4 To avoid the risk of fire or explosion, do not use the camera near inflammable liquids or
gases.
4 Setup, expansions, re-adjustments, alterations, and repairs must be carried out only by
persons who have been authorized by ZEISS.
4 Do not allow any cables, particularly power cords, to trail across the floor, where they can
be snagged by people walking past.
4 Protect the cables from excessive heat (e.g. halogen lamps, microscope fluorescence illu-
mination).
4 To avoid injuries due to potentially high surface temperatures, do not touch the camera's
surface for a prolonged time.
4 Do not position the equipment in a way that makes it difficult to operate or disconnect the
device.
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2 Safety | 2.3 Limitation of liability ZEISS
NOTICE
To avoid equipment damage, data loss, or corrupted data, read and adhere to the safety notes
below.
4 Protect the camera against mechanical impact. External damage may affect the operation
of inner components.
4 Keep chemicals and fluids away from the camera.
4 Make sure there is sufficient ventilation of the camera head. Avoid direct exposure to sun-
light and locations near heat sources (radiators, stoves). Overheating can cause noisy im-
ages.
4 Use the camera in a clean and dry location.
4 Attach all connectors firmly and securely.
4 Use only the accessories supplied by ZEISS, when applicable.
4 Use only normal microscope cleaning material to clean the camera housing.
4 Contact your local ZEISS service organization if a repair is necessary. Do not disassemble
the camera by yourself, otherwise the warranty will be lost.
4 Save all your data, such as images, measurement data, archives, reports, forms and docu-
ments, 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 protec-
tion.
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 li-
ability for accidents resulting from such operation.
2.4 Warranty
ZEISS shall be exempt from any warranty obligations should the user fail to observe the safety reg-
ulations. ZEISS only guarantees the safety, reliability, and performance of the system if the safety
notes are closely observed.
All points that may pose special risks are additionally marked by warning labels (pictograms) on
the camera. These warning labels indicate possible dangers. They are part of this instruction man-
ual. They are to be kept in a clean and legible state. Warning labels that are damaged or no
longer clearly legible must be replaced immediately. Always observe all warning labels on the
camera.
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2 Safety | 2.5 Warning labels ZEISS
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3 Technical Data and Conformity | 3.1 Axiocam 208 color ZEISS
3.1.1 Specifications
Features Values
Sensor type CMOS sensor with rolling shutter
Effective Sensor Pixel Count 8.3 Megapixels: 3840 (H) x 2160 (V)
Stand-alone operation:
§ Image storage format § tiff or jpg
§ Video stream format § mp4
§ Live frame rate via HDMI § 30 fps @ Ultra HD (4K)
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3 Technical Data and Conformity | 3.1 Axiocam 208 color ZEISS
Features Values
Maximum live frame rate at configuration: @ 4K (3840 x 2160)
§ HDMI § 30fps
§ Ethernet § -
§ USB 3.0 § 15 fps
Max. file size per image .tiff up to: 24 MB (not content dependent)
.jpg up to: approx. 0.5 MB – 3.3 MB (content
dependent)
Environmental conditions for storage and op- +10°C to +40°C, max. 75% relative air hu-
eration midity at 35°C, no condensation, free air cir-
culation required, CAT II, pollution degree 2,
altitude <2000m, indoor use
Environmental conditions for transport in -40 °C to +70 °C, max. 75 % relative air hu-
packaging midity at 35 °C
IP code IP20
Operating systems:
§ for ZEN § Windows 10 x64 Prof./Ultimate and higher
§ for Labscope § Windows 10 x64 Prof./Ultimate and iOS
v12 and higher
Supported Application Software ZEN blue v3.0 and higher (includes ZEN lite/
pro/system)
ZEN core v2.7 and higher (includes ZEN
starter/core)
Labscope v2.9 (win) v2.8.3 (iOS) and higher
Info
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3 Technical Data and Conformity | 3.2 Axiocam 202 mono ZEISS
Computer hardware, operating system, and software may decrease the frame rates. All specifi-
cations are subject to change without notice.
Wavelenght (nm)
3.2.1 Specifications
Features Values
Sensor Type CMOS sensor with global shutter
Effective Sensor Pixel Count 2.1 Megapixels: 1920 (H) x 1080 (V)
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3 Technical Data and Conformity | 3.2 Axiocam 202 mono ZEISS
Features Values
Automatic features Automatic exposure and gain regulation at
Full HD resolution (1080p), fast live image
under low light conditions
Stand-alone operation:
§ Image storage format § tiff or jpg
§ Video stream format § mp4
§ Live frame rate via HDMI § 30 fps @ Full HD (1080p)
Max. file size per image 12bit .tiff: 4 MB (one channel, not content
dependent)
8bit .tiff: 2 MB (one channel, not content de-
pendent)
8 bit .jpg: approx. 0.1 MB – 1.3 MB (content
dependent)
Environmental conditions for storage and op- +10°C to +40°C, max. 75% relative air hu-
eration midity at 35°C, no condensation, free air cir-
culation required, CAT II, pollution degree 2,
altitude <2000m, indoor use
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3 Technical Data and Conformity | 3.2 Axiocam 202 mono ZEISS
Features Values
Environmental conditions for transport in -40 °C to +70 °C, max. 75 % relative air hu-
packaging midity at 35 °C
IP code IP20
Operating systems:
§ for ZEN § Windows 10 x64 Prof./Ultimate and higher
§ for Labscope § Windows 10 x64 Prof./Ultimate and iOS
v12 and higher
Supported Application Software ZEN blue v3.0 and higher (includes ZEN lite/
pro/system)
ZEN core v2.7 and higher (includes ZEN
starter/core)
Labscope v2.9 (win) v2.8.3 (iOS) and higher
Info
Computer hardware, operating system, and software may decrease the frame rates. All specifi-
cations are subject to change without notice.
Wavelength (nm)
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3 Technical Data and Conformity | 3.3 Applicable Standards and Regulations ZEISS
Observe the generally applicable local and national safety and accident prevention regulations, as
well as the applicable laws and regulations in your country. The camera and its accessories have
been designed, manufactured and tested to comply with the guidelines and specifications as
named in the following. The accordance to the relevant specification is indicated by a respective
symbol on the unit.
Symbol Description
Conforms to:
§ EU Directive 2014/35/EU (LVD)
§ 2014/30/EU (EMC)
§ 2015/863/EU (RoHS)
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4 Shipment | 4.1 Axiocam 208 color ZEISS
4 Shipment
4.1 Axiocam 208 color
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.1 Camera layout and accessories ZEISS
1 2 3 4
Fig. 4: Camera connector panel
2 3 4
Fig. 5: Camera operator panel
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.1 Camera layout and accessories ZEISS
4 OSD menu button Press to open the OSD menu. Press again to close the
OSD menu.
See also
2 Acquiring Images and Videos [} 41]
5.1.3 Accessories
The following items are required for power supply and use of the ports:
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.1 Camera layout and accessories ZEISS
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.2 Mounting the camera to the microscope ZEISS
To mount the camera to your microscope’s camera port, use a C-mount camera adapter. The
adapter is not included in the scope of delivery. You will find some suitable examples for adapters
in the list below:
NOTICE
Loss of warranty
The Axiocam 208 color is delivered with an integrated IR filter (infrared cut filter). The Axiocam
202 mono is delivered with a protective glass to shield the camera against dust and to reduce
optical interferences.
4 Do not remove the filter or the protective glass. Otherwise the warranty will be lost.
1 Camera
2 C-mount camera adapter
3 Ring nut
4 60N port at microscope stand
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.3 Connecting the camera to the power supply ZEISS
When connected to Axioscope 5/7 or Axiolab 5, the Axiocam 208 color or the Axiocam 202
mono are powered by the microscope. Otherwise the cameras have to be connected to the sup-
ply mains via the plug-in power supply.
NOTICE
Risk of damage to the microscope or the camera
4 Always switch off the microscope before you disconnect the power cable from the cam-
era!
Info
Refer to the instruction manual of your microscope for further information.
2
Prerequisite ü The power supply has been adapted with the appropriate country-specific adapter.
ü The camera is not already powered via a compatible microscope.
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.4 Connecting the camera to a display (without PC) ZEISS
The camera can be connected to a certified monitor, TV, or projector for visualization of the live
image data and for operating the OSD menu functions. Certain HDMI functions (e.g. audio, com-
mands from monitor to camera) are not supported.
Info
If you connect the Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono to a monitor, these are the minimal monitor
requirements:
2. Insert the HDMI cable's opposite connector into the corresponding socket on your display
device.
3. Set the display device’s aspect ratio to 16:9 or Aspect.
For further camera settings using the OSD a mouse is required (e.g. Optical USB-Scroll Mouse, Or-
der No. 000000-0626-246) . An additional keyboard is optional (Keyboard, USB, Design "Business
Slim", Language English US, Order No. 000000-0626-267 or Keyboard, USB, Design "Business
Slim", Language German, Order No. 000000-0626-245).
If you want to connect the camera to a network, you can choose between several options, of
which all require network access and the ZEISS imaging software Labscope (available as windows
or iOS version). The camera identifies itself automatically to the network (DHCP) and is automati-
cally recognized by Labscope, provided the device is on the same network.
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.5 Connecting the camera to a network ZEISS
NOTICE
Display errors
In the event of an overloaded or slow WLAN, the live image of the camera may be delayed or
incorrectly displayed on the iPad.
4 If possible, use a high-performance 802.11n WLAN.
4 Provide a sufficient contingent of free bandwith for communication.
For an overview of all ZEISS Microscopy apps and further information on individual apps, visit
https://www.zeiss.com/microscopy/int/products/microscope-software/microscopy-apps.html?
vaURL=www.zeiss.com/micro-apps
2. Insert the Ethernet cable's opposite connector into the corresponding socket on your
WLAN router.
2. Open On Screen Display menu (see chapter Opening the OSD menu [} 26]).
3. Select Settings icon in Home Menu (Home menu [} 27]) to open the Settings menu.
4. Select Operating System Settings (Settings menu [} 30]) to open the Operating System
menu.
5. Select Wi-Fi Settings.
The Choose WLAN mode menu shows up. It offers two ways to connect the camera to a Wi-Fi
device (e.g. iPad or Laptop).
Follow the subsequent instructions to directly connect your camera to the Wi-Fi device:
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.6 Connecting the camera to a certified PC ZEISS
Info
If the WLAN list is empty or does not contain the one you want to connect to, wait for a few
seconds and click again to refresh.
Info
Not all special characters are supported when typing in a password.
allowed: A~Z a~z 0~9 @ # % * .
not allowed: ! 。 , ; ? / 、 \ & () ‘’ ` - …… ¥
The USB port can also be used for data transfer to the PC.
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5 Connecting the Camera | 5.7 Function indicator signals ZEISS
2. Insert the USB 3.0 cable's Type-A connector into the corresponding socket on the PC.
For the definitions of the LED color signals, refer to the list below:
Signal Description
Pink Camera starting
Blue flash Snapping/recording in process, and saving data to USB flash drive
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.1 Opening the OSD menu ZEISS
When your camera is powered on and connected to a display device via HDMI, you can open or
close the OSD menu by pressing the Menu button on the camera.
To operate the OSD, plug the USB hub (included in the package) into the camera’s USB port. Then
you can connect your mouse/keyboard (not included in the package) and the USB flash drive (in-
cluded in the package) via the hub.
Info
A USB flash drive used should be of FAT32 format and have enough free space for storing the
data.
Prerequisite ü The camera is connected to your display device via HDMI cable.
Prerequisite ü The camera is connected to your display device via HDMI cable.
ü The camera is mounted on a Axioscope 7 stand.
1. To open the OSD menu, press the microscope stand's Snap button and Stage control
button simultaneously.
The OSD menu opens on your display device.
Info
For more information, please refer to the Axioscope 5/7/Vario operating manual.
Prerequisite ü The camera is connected to the same network as your display device (i.e. iPad or PC).
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.2 Home menu ZEISS
The Home menu gives you basic imaging controls to capture your images with minimum amount
of effort.
The controls for selected options are highlighted blue.
1 8
2 9
4 10
6 11
7 12
13
14
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.2 Home menu ZEISS
5 Target Intensity controls In Auto Exposure mode, the light intensity can be fine-
tuned using the slider or the input field.
7 White button (for Axio- If active, in the Auto White Balance mode the color
cam 208 color) temperature is calculated based on the assumption
that the light source is white.
10 Manual Exposure but- Enables you to manually re-adjust the exposure time,
ton e.g. when the Auto Exposure mode doesn't deliver ap-
propriate results.
When pushing the button, the following controls ex-
pand:
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.2 Home menu ZEISS
11 Manual White Balance Enables you to manually re-adjust the color tempera-
button (for Axiocam 208 ture, e.g. when the Auto White Balance mode doesn't
color) deliver appropriate results.
When pushing the button, the following controls ex-
pand:
12 Eyepieces button (for If active, in the Auto White Balance mode the color
Axiocam 208 color) temperature of the image is matched to the light
source's color temperature. The colors in the camera
image, thus, resemble the colors seen through the eye-
pieces.
13 Multi-Snap Setup ex- Enables you to adjust the settings for the Multi-Snap
pander (for Axioscope 5/7 function.
and Axiolab 5)
When pushing the button, the following controls ex-
pand:
14 Thumbnail area Shows a thumbnail of the last image taken, the first
frame of the last video captured, or the merged image
of the last multi-channel acquisition with overlaid
pseudo-colors.
§ The thumbnail can be closed by clicking the Close
symbol.
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
The Settings menu gives you more options for image settings, the opportunity to configure your
microscope, as well as to define some basic operating system settings.
1 5
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
The Image Settings menu gives you more advanced controls to optimize your image. It also
gives you some options to show different image information and how snapped images are
shown.
The controls for selected options are highlighted blue.
2 8
3 9
Please note:
For Axiocam 208 color the default gamma value is
0.45.
For Axiocam 202 mono the default gamma value is
1.2.
Optimize Pixel Correc- Corrects dead and hot pixels in the image.
tion button
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
Show Scale Bar button Shows a scale bar on the live display.
Please note:
The scale bar will also appear in the captured image.
Show Image after Snap If activated, the image is shown on the full display for 5
button seconds after being captured. The full display image
can be closed or minimized to a thumbnail, if required.
Optimize HDR button Converts several images with different exposure times
(for Axiocam 208 color) into a high contrast image or High Dynamic Range
(HDR) image in order to show large differences in
brightness (e.g. reflective samples) in detail.
The Microscope System Settings menu provides access to some microscope configurations to
be adjusted for easier imaging. For example, the microscope information can be updated if a new
part is installed. If required, a configuration wizard guides through the entire configuration setup.
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
1
2
3
4
5
2 Objectives button (for Opens a drop-down list to define the item installed at
Axiolab 5, Axioscope 5/7) the objective turret's current position.
3 Shading Correction but- Opens a menu to define the shading correction for
ton each combination of reflector, objective and light
source, see Applying Shading Correction [} 33].
5 Camera Adapter button Opens a menu to define the camera adapter being cur-
(for Axiolab 5, Axioscope rently used.
5/7)
Please note:
For recommended adapters, see Mounting the camera
to the microscope [} 20].
Follow the subsequent instructions to define the shading correction for a combination of reflec-
tor, objective and light source:
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
Info
Shading correction may take a few seconds to take effect.
The Operating System menu gives you options such as setting the language, defining the file-
name format or updating the system firmware.
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
2 Date & Time button Opens a menu to set date and time.
3 File Options button Opens a menu to set the filename format and the file
type for captured images, see File Options menu
[} 35].
4 HDMI Resolution button Opens a menu to set the desired HDMI resolution for
(for Axiocam 208 color) live view.
Please note:
§ Switching from 1080p to 4K must be confirmed by
pressing the Confirm button.
§ The camera restarts automatically for the new reso-
lution to take effect.
§ If the connected monitor does not support 4K it au-
tomatically switches back to 1080p after 20 sec-
onds.
7 Firmware Update but- Starts a firmware update when the update file is avail-
ton able via the USB interface, see Updating the firmware
[} 43].
The File Options menu allows you to predefine a template for file naming.
The controls for selected options are highlighted blue.
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
3 Set Filename after each Activates a prompt after each image capturing to man-
Snap button ually set the filename.
4 File type selection Allows you to set the file type (JPEG or TIFF) for cap-
tured images. For Axiocam 202 mono, you can addi-
tionally choose to save a TIFF image as 8-bit or 12-bit.
The Bright Pixel Correction menu allows you to apply the Bright Pixel Correction procedure.
This procedure corrects newly developed bright (or hot) pixels due to long exposure times, high
gain settings or cosmic events.
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
2 Reset button Restores the factory default Bright Pixel Correction con-
figuration.
Prerequisite ü The C-mount port is closed so that no light will reach the image sensor during the procedure.
You can close the C-mount port by either closing the light path of the microscope stand or
detaching the camera from the stand and protect sensor from light by screwing the protective
cap onto the camera's c-mount thread.
1. Tap the Correct button.
à Do not operate the camera during the procedure.
à If light reaches the sensor, the procedure fails.
Either cover the camera properly or reset the Bright Pixel configuration before restarting
the procedure.
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6 On Screen Display (OSD) Menu | 6.3 Settings menu ZEISS
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7 Installing Software and Drivers | 7.1 Installing software on PC ZEISS
To acquire images with the camera(s) on a PC, you must install ZEISS software (e.g. ZEN or Lab-
scope ). You will find the installation files on the USB flash drive delivered. The camera drivers are
also installed during the software installation. The latest version of ZEISS software products can be
downloaded from our web page: https://portal.zeiss.com/download-center/softwares/mic
Info
For information on how to acquire images with the specific software, please refer to the re-
spective software manual.
1. From your iPad, go to the App Store and search for “Labscope” by ZEISS.
2. Follow the instructions on your iPad to install the app.
The TWAIN plugin for Axiocam 208 color / 202 mono is a standardized software interface to call
up and control basic camera functions via a TWAIN-compatible non-ZEISS app.
1. Go to https://portal.zeiss.com/download-center/softwares/mic.
2. Select TWAIN from the list.
3. Click on the Download Button.
à The installation file is downloaded.
4. Open your Downloads folder and unzip the TWAIN installation file.
5. Double-click the TWAIN installation file (.exe).
6. Follow the instructions of the wizard.
For more information see the Quick Guide ZEISS TWAIN for Axiocam 202/208. You can find
the PDF document in the TWAIN download folder.
To demonstrate the image acquisition with the TWAIN plugin you can use the TWACKER appli-
cation. TWACKER is not mandatory for operating the TWAIN plugin. If your laboratory software
supports the TWAIN standard, you don't need to install TWACKER.
1. Go to https://portal.zeiss.com/download-center/softwares/mic.
2. Select TWAIN from the list.
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7 Installing Software and Drivers | 7.4 Installing TWACKER DEMO Application ZEISS
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8 Acquiring Images and Videos | 8.1 Introduction ZEISS
The Axiocam 208 color and the Axiocam 202 mono are high definition cameras for color and
monochromatic imaging, respectively. They are suitable for use as accessories for educational and
routine microscopy in laboratory environments and for use by trained laboratory personnel. The
cameras have been designed to be used in the field of light microscopy for general observation,
routine work, and simple applications in which a sufficient amount of light is available.
Prerequisite ü An USB flash drive has been inserted into the camera's USB port or into the USB hub con-
nected to the camera.
1. Position your specimen on the microscope and adjust the microscope to see a focused im-
age through the eyepieces.
2. Set the microscope light path to divert the image to the camera (e.g. adjust the micro-
scope's tube slider to 50% camera and 50% eyepieces).
3. To take a single image, briefly press the Capture button on the camera.
à The image is saved to the USB flash drive in either JPEG or TIFF format.
4. To start video recording, press the Capture button on the camera for about 5 seconds.
5. To finish video recording briefly press the Capture button on the camera once again.
à The video is saved to the USB flash drive in MP4 format.
Prerequisite ü The USB flash drive and mouse/keyboard have been inserted into the USB hub connected to
the camera.
ü The camera is connected to a monitor via HDMI.
ü The OSD menu has opend by pressing the menu button on the camera
1. Position your specimen on the microscope and adjust the microscope to see a focused im-
age on the monitor.
2. To take a single image, click on the Snap button in the OSD menu.
à The image is saved to the USB flash drive in either JPEG or TIFF format.
3. To start video recording, click on the Record button in the OSD menu.
4. To finish video recording click on the Stop button in the OSD menu.
à The video is saved to the USB flash drive in MP4 format.
Upon first starting Labscope, each screen starts with an overlaying information screen explaining
the functions. Refer to the displayed information for using the software. Disable or re-enable the
information screens in the software`s Settings menu on your PC monitor iPad.
Info
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8 Acquiring Images and Videos | 8.4 Image acquisition with Labscope ZEISS
For support in using Labscope, visit our support forum under https://forums.zeiss.com/mi-
croscopy/community/viewforum.php?f=34. Please check the Labscope threads for problem-
solving notes.
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9 Care and Maintenance | 9.1 Optical system ZEISS
The internal optical components of the camera should always be protected. If no lens, or camera
adapter with optics, is screwed into the camera's C-Mount thread, the camera's sensor and pro-
tective glass must be protected by screwing the protective cap onto the camera's C-Mount
thread.
NOTICE
Sensitive optical parts
An inadequate handling of optical components may damage the components or decrease the
device's imaging quality. The unauthorized handling of device components leads to the loss of
warranty.
4 Do not remove the filter or the protective glass.
4 Do not clean the sensor directly.
4 Do not use tap water to clean the IR filter.
Cotton 1
1. Use a soft brush or cotton to wipe away dry dust from the front side of the infrared filter or
the protective glass.
2. Use cotton and cleaning fluid for optics to wipe away more serious contamination from the
infrared filter.
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9 Care and Maintenance | 9.3 Updating the firmware ZEISS
2. Save the latest firmware update package (".tar" file) to the root folder of the USB flash drive
(contained in the scope of delivery).
3. Insert the flash drive into the connected USB hub.
4. At the OSD menu, navigate to Settings > Operating System.
5. Open the Firmware Update menu and press
the update button.
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10 Troubleshooting | 10.1 ZEN software ZEISS
10 Troubleshooting
10.1 ZEN software
The software and the drivers are not Make sure you installed the software
properly installed. and the drivers with administrative
rights and according to the instruc-
tions in this manual.
The PC's USB driver is outdated. Upgrade to the latest driver provided
by the PC manufacturer.
No camera image visible on The camera is not properly con- 1. Make sure, the camera's sta-
the screen. nected. tus LED constantly lights blue.
[} 25]
2. If necessary, check and adjust
the camera connections to PC
and power supply.
3. Restart the camera.
Inappropriate display settings are Check and adjust the display device's
used. settings for live imaging, if necessary.
The color of the displayed The color matching is inappropriate. Set the color temperature.
image taken by Axiocam
Check the monitor's color tempera-
208 color does not corre-
ture setting. If necessary, reduce the
spond to the image seen
color temperature to the lowest value
through the eyepieces.
possible.
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10 Troubleshooting | 10.2 Camera ZEISS
10.2 Camera
The LED indicator flashes The camera is updating firmware or NOTICE! Do not switch off the
red. being reset. power supply.
The image / video cannot be USB flash drive is not in correct for- Format the USB flash drive to FAT32
saved to the USB flash drive. mat. format on a PC.
USB flash drive has not enough free Make sure there is enough free mem-
memory. ory on the flash drive.
The firmware update does USB flash drive is not in correct for- Format the USB flash drive to FAT32
not function. mat. format on a PC.
USB flash drive does not enough free Make sure there are at least 200 MB
memory. of free memory on the USB flash
drive.
The firmware is not uploaded prop- Restart the firmware update process
erly. and exactly follow the instructions in
the firmware update menu.
The camera date and time is Date and time are not set correctly. 1. At the OSD menu, navigate to
not correct. Settings > Operating Sys-
tem.
2. Tap the Date & Time button.
3. Set the camera date and time.
The buffer battery is empty. Please contact your local ZEISS service
organization to change the battery.
The expected battery lifetime is ap-
prox. 4-5 years.
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10 Troubleshooting | 10.3 Labscope ZEISS
The exposure time is set too low. Manually adjust the exposure time.
The light intensity is set too low. Increase the light intensity. Activate
denoise function in Image setting
menu.
The image is too dark or too Automatic exposure time has not Activate the automatic exposure set-
bright. been activated. tings or manually adjust the exposure
settings to the current light situation.
The camera settings are not The camera has been powered off to For the settings to be automatically
saved after a camera early after changing the settings. stored, wait at least 5 seconds after
restart. changing the settings before you
power off the camera.
Monitor connected via The camera is not delivering a signal, Ensure that the camera has been
HDMI does not display an or signal is not compatible with the switched on for at least 30 seconds
image. monitor. and the LED indicator is blue. Check
the plug connections on the camera
and monitor.
For Axiocam 208 color, The monitor does not support 4K. Use a monitor supporting 4K resolu-
when switching to 4K, the tion (e.g. Monitor TFT 32" HP Z32,
monitor becomes black and Order No. 410350-3201-000), listed
then reverts to 1080p. on ZEISS micro-shop website.
The image appears distorted The monitor's image aspect ratio is Set the monitor's aspect ratio to 16:9.
on full screen monitor. not set to 16:9.
The image is blurred on the The focus plane of the camera is dif- 1. Focus the sample through the
screen, but the sample is in ferent from that of the eyepieces. eyepieces.
focus through the eye- 2. Calibrate the camera adaptor
pieces. until image is in focus on the
monitor.
Buttons do not react when The buttons are temporarily locked, Control the camera via PC software or
being pressed. as the camera is being accessed exclu- ZEISS app, or close the PC software or
sively from the PC or network. ZEISS app.
The Camera otherwise be- The camera may have been brought Press the Camera factory reset but-
haves abnormally. into a non-intended state. ton on the camera.
10.3 Labscope
Info
For support in using Labscope, visit our support forum under https://forums.zeiss.com/mi-
croscopy/community/viewforum.php?f=34. Please check the Labscope threads for problem-
solving notes.
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11 Disposal and Recycling ZEISS
§ The product and its accessories comply with EU directives 2015/863/EU (RoHS) and 2012/19/
EU (WEEE), insofar as these apply to this product.
§ ZEISS has implemented a take-back and recycling process that ensures that proper recycling is
carried out in accordance with the aforementioned EU directives.
§ Please contact your ZEISS sales/service organization for details relating to disposal and recy-
cling.
§ This product must not be disposed of with domestic waste or using municipal waste disposal
services. In the event of resale, the seller must inform the buyer of the need to dispose of the
product appropriately.
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