National Optical DC4-156-S Digital Microscope
List Price: $995.00
Our Price: $918.00
SKU: DC4-156S
Availability: In stock
- 1.3MP resolution, USB 2.0
- 400x max magnification
- 3 Objective lenses
- WF10 eyepiece
- Plain stage with clips
- Variable Halogen illumination
- PC/Mac compatible
- Motic Images Plus 2.0 software
- Lifetime Limited warranty on microscope
- Description
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Summary
The DCC4-156-S is a monocular digital compound microscope designed for Elementary through Middle School. It includes a 1.3 megapixel digital microscope camera, four objective lenses, a professional mechanical stage and halogen illumination.
Microscope
The DC4-156-S includes a monocular head inclined 45° with WF10x eyepiece and pointer. Four objective lenses are set in a rear facing nosepiece for easier slide handling and include: 4x, 10x, 40xS and 100xS oil immersion. The DIN objectives are achromatic, parfocal, parcentered and color-coded. Magnification powers yield 40X, 100X, 400X and 1,000x. The mechanical stage measures 120mm x 125mm (4.72" x 4.92") with two slide clips.Separate coarse and fine focus controls have a slip clutch to prevent gear damage and rack stop to prevent slide damage.
The coarse focus control also features tension adjust to eliminate stage drift. Illumination is powered by 12V 20W transmitted halogen with variable rheostat controls.Microscope Camera The digital camera is built round a color CMOS sensor and provides maximum resolution of 1280x1024 pixel resolution. There is auto white balance and backlight compensation. Software is provided by National Optical's parent company, Motic and includes Motic Images 2.0ML. The camera has a 1 year warranty.
Software
The Motic Images Plus 2.0 software is a powerful software suite that has impressed us. Users will find a familiar interface matched to either Windows or Macintosh OSX operating environments. The software allows for automatic object or cell counting, image and data capture, easy export of reports to spreadsheets , measurements, counting and even MP3 functionality so you can play music while you are working. Add narration or other sound clips to any image using this software this digital microscope turns into a true multimedia apparatus!
Features include Measurement, Image Comparison for forensic or other applications, Editing and Enhancements, Counting and Auto Segmentation that facilitates counting. In our opinion, these are are strong features that are not found in competing products at this price point.
Software Features
Measurement: Motic Measurements are easy to use and accurate owing to the quick, calibration process using Motic's certified calibration slide. Possible measurements include: Line, Circle, Rectangle, 3-Point Circle, 3-Point Arc, Polygon, Ellipse, Angle as well as Irregular shapes. All of the results are stored in a Measurement Table which can be exported to Excel with one click.
Image Comparison: A useful feature includes image comparison that enables users to compare differences in specimens over time or side-by-side. Different methods can be used to compare including: 'Subtract'; 'Difference'; Multiply'; Proportional.
Image Enhancements: With several filters, including a customizable filter, Motic Images Plus 2.0 allows the user to edit, enhance or change a captured image. Text, Stamp and Paint tools turn any captured image into a finished project or evaluation for presentation. This feature should not be underestimated! Essentially, the software has an integrated word processor designed for combining captured images with comments - perfect for in-lab results or classroom use - and far simpler than a separate WORD document.
Multi-Media Imaging: Motic's own SFC file extension allows a narrated sound file to be placed directly onto the image. Send an image with narration on several points by email to anyone. The SFC file also allows measurements or any image enhancements to be removed or changed at a later date.
Counting: An introductory counting function is also included with the software, allowing users to calculate objects in the image.
Auto-Segmentation: This is a neat feature that highlights items for easier counting.
The microscope carries a lifetime limited warranty excluding the cord and bulb. The camera has a 1 year warranty and the software, six months. - Specifications
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DC4-156-S Digital MicroscopeGeneral SKU DC4-156S Short Description - 1.3MP resolution, USB 2.0
- 400x max magnification
- 3 Objective lenses
- WF10 eyepiece
- Plain stage with clips
- Variable Halogen illumination
- PC/Mac compatible
- Motic Images Plus 2.0 software
- Lifetime Limited warranty on microscope
System System Type Brightfield, Digital Optical Design DIN 160mm Head Head Type Monocular Head Rotation 360 Degrees Ocular Angle 45° Ocular Tube Diameter 23 mm Configuration Includes Eyepieces? Yes Included Eyepiece Quantity 1 Included Eyepieces (X) 10X Eyepiece Style WF Widefield (FN 18mm) Min Standard Mag 40X Max Standard Mag 1000X Body Nosepiece Orientation Front-facing Nosepiece Style Quadruple (4) Focus Controls Coarse & Fine Focus Mechanism Rack & Pinion Focus Control Location Dual Ambidextrous Focus Control Safety Stop Rack Stop, Slip Clutch Stage Type Mechanical XY Stage Features Slide Clips Stage Dimensions 135mm by 135mm Objectives Included Objectives (Qty) 4 Objective Lens Achromatic Included Objective Types Brightfield Objective 1 Description 4X Objective 2 Description 10X Objective 3 Description 40X (S) Objective 4 Description 100X (S) Condenser Condenser Type Abbe Brightfield Condenser N.A. 1.25 mm Condenser 2 Type Abbe Brightfield Illumination Illumination Style Transmitted Collector Type Simple Collector Features Diffusion Filter Transmitted Light Type Halogen Transmitted Light Control On/Off Digital Section Resolution 3 Megapixel, 1240x1024 pixels Camera Interface USB 2.0 Sensor Type CMOS Sensor Size 1/4 Inch Color/Monochrome Color Sensor Color Depth 8bpp / 24bit RGB Scan Mode Progressive Exposure Control Automatic, Manual White Balance Automatic, Manual Software Included Motic Play, Motic Educator Camera Power Source USB Powered File Formats BMP, JPEG, Own Proprietary, PNG, TIFF Included Accessories Software CD, Calibration Slide Micrometer Supported Operating Systems Windows XP, Windows Vista, Macintosh OSX 10.4+ System Requirements 2GB RAM Recommended, 2Ghz+ CPU Recommended, At least P4-class CPU, USB 2.0 High Speed Port Camera Warranty 1 Year - Reviews
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