Description
Digital camera
MAGUS CHD40 is a digital HDMI camera with three video interfaces and automatic switching between 4K and Full HD depending on the monitor resolution.
The camera is equipped with an 8MP sensor and it produces a realistic image in 4K resolution (3840x2160 pixels) when connected via HDMI or USB 3.0. When connected via Wi-Fi, the image resolution is Full HD (1920x1080 pixels).
The camera uses an HDMI interface to connect directly to a TV, monitor, or projector. In this mode, the camera operates autonomously without a PC. The HDMI interface provides a high and stable transfer rate from the camera to the external screen. The connection to a computer is made via Wi-Fi or USB 3.0. Video is recorded at 30fps.
The camera combines high FPS and high bandwidth HDMI and, therefore, videos are vivid with no freezes or gaps between frames. At maximum resolution, the image is well-detailed, moving objects are visible without any bugs, and object movement is displayed without delays.
Monitor
The MAGUS MCD40 Monitor is designed to use a visualization system of the MAGUS microscope.
It connects to a microscope-mounted camera to display a real-time image. It is compatible with MAGUS HDMI cameras operating in 4К resolution.
The screen diagonal is 13.3 inches. The IPS sensor delivers a bright image with large viewing angles: If you look at the monitor at an angle, there is no color distortion.
The display can be placed on a folding stand on a table or mounted directly on the camera, whichever is more convenient for the user.
Microscope head
Trinocular, with infinity-corrected optics. The user selects the most comfortable angle of inclination of the microscope head in the range of 0° to 35°. The digital camera is mounted in the trinocular tube. The beam splits 0/100, 100/0, or 80/20.
The basic configuration includes 10x/22mm eyepieces with diopter adjustment and eye relief to work with glasses.
Revolving nosepiece
Five objective revolving nosepiece. The free slot is used to adjust the bulb position in the reflected light illuminator. The user can also install an additional objective in the free slot of the revolver, which will allow them to obtain additional magnification.
The design of the revolving nosepiece (“toward the interior”) frees up space at the front of the stage, and so the user can see the objective inserted into the optical path. The slots of the revolving nosepiece are centered to align the optical axes of the objective and microscope.
Objectives
Infinity plan semi-apochromatic and plan apochromatic objectives are specifically designed for polarized light observations: The strain-free optics ensure that the birefringence comes from the sample and not from the optical elements. They provide better correction of chromatic and spherical aberration compared to plan achromatic objectives.
The 5x and 10x objectives are designed to work with or without a cover glass, 20x and 50x objectives are designed to work without a cover glass. The parfocal distance is 60mm.
Turret for installing contrast modules
The reflected light illuminator features a built-in turret for contrast modules. Three modules can be installed: one for transmitted light and two for reflected light. Rotating the turret changes the observation mode, allowing you to quickly switch from one contrast technique to another without complex adjustment.
Focusing mechanism
The microscope features low-position coaxial coarse and fine focusing knobs. The researcher can place their hands on the table and take a comfortable position in front of the microscope.
The coarse focus lock knob helps you quickly adjust the microscope after changing the object of study. The knob is located on the left side of the microscope on the same axis as the focusing mechanism.
The ring on the right side adjusts the tension of the coarse focusing travel. The user adjusts the comfortable tension for work.
Stage
The stage rotates 360° to view the color change of the sample when the polarizer and analyzer are in crossed orientation, and it can be locked in the desired position. The stage has a gradation of the rotation angle. Each 90° rotation from the current position is indicated by a click. With the vernier scale, measurements are made with an accuracy of 0.1°.
The stage design provides for centering with two screws, as polarized light observations of an anisotropic object requires precise alignment of the stage rotation axis with the optical axis of the microscope.
Light sources
100W halogen bulbs are used in both reflected and transmitted light illuminators. Halogen bulbs emit light at a color temperature comfortable for the eyes. The 100W lamp is bright enough to work with objectives ranging from 4x to 100x magnification in brightfield and polarized light.
Reflected light illumination
The illumination system employs Köhler illumination. The field and aperture diaphragms are pre-centered within the optical axis at the factory and require no additional centering. If necessary, the diaphragms can be adjusted with centering screws. The light source is centered along three axes.
The analyzer and polarizer are used for the polarization microscopy. The polarizer is stationary, while the analyzer rotates 360° and has a vernier scale for precise angle setting.
A set of filters can help you adjust the color reproduction.
Transmitted light illumination
An adjustable field diaphragm, a centered and height-adjustable condenser with strain-free optics, an adjustable aperture diaphragm, and a flip-down lens realize the Köhler illumination adjustment. The flip-down lens is removed from the optical path for objectives with low magnification and returned back for objectives with magnification greater than 10x. The polarizer is 0–360° rotatable, with marks at 0°, 90°, 180°, and 270° on the scale. The analyzer rotates 360°, the vernier scale on the analyzer ensures angle accuracy.
Köhler illumination in reflected and transmitted light
Setting up the Köhler illumination enhances the image quality of a specimen. With such illumination, you achieve maximum resolution on each objective. Even illumination of the field of view with no darkening at the edges. The object of study is in sharp focus and the image artifacts are removed.
Studying samples in polarized light
The polarizer and analyzer are inserted into the light path to observe objects in polarized light. Use the scales of the analyzer and polarizer to set the desired crossed or parallel position of the polarizing devices. When the microscope stage is rotated, the refraction of light by the sample changes depending on the polarization angle.
The Bertrand lens is used for conoscopic studies.
Compensators are used to enhance the contrast of objects with weak birefringence.
Accessories
There is a line of accessories designed specifically for this microscope.
An optional plan apochromatic objective provides additional magnification.
Eyepieces extend the magnification range of the microscope. Additional eyepieces will help you achieve the useful magnification of the objective that is used most frequently.
Phase contrast attachments, epi-fluorescence attachments, darkfield condensers, and DIC attachments expand the available microscopy techniques.
A calibration slide is used to measure objects and can be combined with the eyepiece with a scale or with the camera software.
Alternative models
The MAGUS Pol D890 LCD is an alternative for the following models: Carl Zeiss Axio Imager 2 Pol, Carl Zeiss Axioscope Vario Polarization, Nikon ECLIPSE Ci-Pol, Nikon ECLIPSE E200Pol, Nikon ECLIPSE LV100ND POL/DS, Nikon ECLIPSE LV100Pol, Olympus BX53P.
Key features
Microscope features:- Studies of transparent and opaque anisotropic samples in polarized and natural light
- Powerful 100W halogen transmitted and reflected light illuminators that provide bright natural light
- Orthoscopic observations, Bertrand lens for conoscopic observations, compensators, Köhler illumination in transmitted and reflected light
- Ergonomic trinocular head with adjustable tilt angle and a vertical camera port; beam splitting ratio (eyepiece/camera): 100/0, 0/100, or 20/80
- Plan semi-apochromatic and plan apochromatic objectives without internal strains do not introduce false optical effects into the image
- Multifunctional turret with 3 slots for installing modules of different contrast methods
- Convenient alignment of the revolving nosepiece slots and stage
- Rotating round stage with a vernier scale for the precise measurement of the rotation angle. It can be locked in the selected position, and each 90° rotation is indicated by a click
Camera features:- The camera operates autonomously without a connection to a PC and via HDMI interface. Can be connected to a PC via Wi-Fi and a USB3.0 interface
- Auto switching between 4K and Full HD depending on monitor resolution
- 30fps with any video output interface for observing moving objects, recording video, and moving the sample without jerkiness or delays
- SONY Exmor/Starvis color CMOS backlit sensor provides low noise level and high light sensitivity even in low-light conditions. You will get clearer, brighter, and more color-saturated images
- The software with the functions of photography, video recording, editing, and external monitor display as well as linear and angular measurement
Monitor features:- 4K resolution provides highly detailed, clear, and realistic images
- The IPS sensor produces a bright and saturated picture with wide vertical and horizontal viewing angles
- Can be mounted on the camera or table to suit the user’s preferences
Package
- MAGUS CHD40 digital camera (digital camera, HDMI cable (1.5m), USB 3.0 cable (2m), USB mouse, 32GB SD memory card, USB Wi-Fi adapter, 12V/1A (Euro) power adapter, USB flash drive with drivers and software, user manual, and warranty card)
- MAGUS MCD40 LCD Monitor
- Stand with built-in power supply, focusing mechanism, and revolving nosepiece
- Stage
- Condenser mount
- Condenser with a flip-down lens and a transmitted light polarizer
- Reflected light illuminator with a turret and a halogen lamphouse
- Transmitted light illuminator with a halogen lamphouse
- Trinocular microscope head
- Intermediate attachment with a Bertrand lens
- Analyzer
- Reflected light polarizer
- Compensators: λ compensator, λ/4 compensator, quartz wedge
- Reflected light filter set
- Plan semi-apochromatic objective Plan S-Apo 5x/0.15 ∞/–, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan semi-apochromatic objective Plan S-Apo 10x/0.30 ∞/–, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan semi-apochromatic objective Plan S-Apo 20x/0.45 ∞/0, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Plan apochromatic objective Plan Apo 50х/0.80 ∞/0, parfocal distance: 60mm
- 10х/22mm eyepiece with high eyepoint and diopter adjustment (2 pcs.)
- 10х/22mm eyepiece with crosshairs, high eyepoint, and diopter adjustment
- Eyecup (2 pcs.)
- 1х C-mount adapter
- Power cord
- Dust cover
- User manual and warranty card
Available on request:- Plan apochromatic objective Plan Apo 100x/0.9 ∞/0, parfocal distance: 60mm
- Set of plan semi-apochromatic fluorescence objectives Plan S-Apo 4x, 10x, 20x, 40x, 100x (oil) ∞/0.17, parfocal distance: 60mm
- 10х/22mm eyepiece with a scale
- 10x/22mm eyepiece with a reticle
- 12.5х/16mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 15х/16mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 20х/12mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- 30х/8mm eyepiece (2 pcs.)
- Phase contrast device: phase contrast condenser, set of phase objectives, centering telescope
- Darkfield condenser NA 0.7–0.9
- Darkfield immersion condenser NA 1.3–1.26
- Differential Interference Contrast (DIC) device
- Epi-fluorescence attachment featuring a mercury lamphouse, fluorescence filter cubes, and a mercury lamp power supply unit
- Epi-fluorescence attachment with LED light source, fluorescence filter cubes, and power cable
- Calibration slide
Microscope specifications
Microscope design: upright
Image field: flat
Reflected light microscopy techniques: brightfield, polarized light, fluorescence (optional), differential interference contrast (optional)
Transmitted light microscopy techniques: brightfield, polarized light, darkfield (optional), phase contrast (optional), differential interference contrast (optional)
Microscope magnification, x: 50–500 basic configuration (*optional: 50–2000)
Tube length: infinity (∞)
Microscope head: trinocular
C-mount adapter magnification, x: 1
Beam splitting ratio (eyepieces/trinocular tube): 0/100, 100/0, 80/20
Microscope head: Siedentopf
Inclination: 0–35°, adjustable
Interpupillary distance, mm: 47–78
Eyepiece diameter, mm: 30
Eyepieces, x/field, mm: 10x/22 with diopter adjustment ±5 dp, high eyepoint; 10x/22 with crosshairs and diopter adjustment ±5 dp, high eyepoint (*optional: 10x/22 with a scale; 10x/22 with a reticle; 12.5x/16; 15x/16; 20x/12; 30x/8)
Revolving nosepiece: 5 objectives with centerable sockets
Optical design: infinity plan semi-apochromatic and plan apochromatic objectives, strain-free; parfocal distance: 60 mm
Objectives, x/aperture: 5x/0.15 ∞/–; 10x/0.30 ∞/–; 20x/0.45 ∞/0; 50x/0.80 ∞/0 (*optional: 100x/0.9 ∞/0); fluorescence: 4x/0.13 ∞/–; 10x/0.30 ∞/–; 20x/0.50 ∞/0.17; 40x/0.75 ∞/0.17; 100x/1.30 (oil) ∞/0.17
Spring-loaded retractable assembly: 50x, 100x
Stage: Ø190 mm, 360° rotatable; centerable and lockable; rotation angle graduated in 1° increments; vernier scale reading to 0.1° accuracy; attachable specimen holder
Moving range, mm: 30/30
Focusing mechanism: coaxial coarse & fine focusing knobs on both sides
Coarse focusing travel, mm: 35
Coarse focusing travel, mm/circle: 18.85
Fine focusing travel, mm/circle: 0.1
Fine focusing scale value, μm: 1
Coarse focusing tension adjusting knob: +
Coarse focusing lock knob: +
Illumination method: transmitted and reflected light
Reflected light illumination: built-in field and aperture diaphragms; polarization module in the turret; color filter set
Reflected light source: 12 V/100 W halogen bulb with adjustable brightness
Transmitted light illumination: built-in field diaphragm, centerable, height-adjustable condenser with NA 0.9/0.25, with an adjustable aperture diaphragm and a flip-down lens; strain-free optics
Transmitted light source: 12 V/100 W halogen bulb with adjustable brightness
Transmitted light polarizer: with 0°, 90°, 180°, 270° marks on the scale; 360° rotatable
Intermediate attachment: analyzer with 0–360° rotation and scale; Bertrand lens; slot for compensators; switching between conoscopic/orthoscopic observations
Compensator: λ/4 compensator; λ compensator; quartz wedge
Phase contrast technique: *optional: phase contrast condenser, set of phase objectives, centering telescope
Darkfield condenser: *optional: dry darkfield condenser NA 0.7–0.9 (for dry objectives); oil darkfield condenser NA 1.3–1.26 (for 100x immersion objective)
Differential Interference Contrast (DIC) device: *optional
Fluorescence technique: *optional: epi-fluorescence attachment with LED light source; epi-fluorescence attachment with mercury lamphouse
Power supply, V/Hz: AC power supply, 100–240/50/60
Operating temperature range, °C: 10…35
Operating humidity range, %: 0…80 (up to 31 °C)
Camera specifications
Sensor: SONY Exmor/Starvis CMOS
Color/monochrome: color
Number of megapixels: 8
Maximum resolution, px: 3840x2160
Sensor size: 1/1.2" (11.14 × 6.26 mm)
Pixel size, µm: 2.9 × 2.9
Auto focus: –
Interface: HDMI 1.4, Wi-Fi, USB 3.0
Compatible memory cards: SD up to 32 GB
Compatible optional accessories: mouse (USB), flash drive (USB), Wi-Fi module (USB)
Light sensitivity: 1028 mV with 1/30 s
Signal/noise ratio: 0.13 mV with 1/30 s
Exposure: 0.014 ms–1000 ms
Video recording: +
Frame rate, fps at resolution, px: 30 @ 3840×2160 (HDMI), 30 @ 1920×1080 (Wi-Fi), 30 @ 3840×2160 (USB 3.0)
Mounting location: trinocular tube, eyepiece tube (in place of the regular eyepiece)
Image format: *.jpg, *.tif
Video format: .h264/.h265, *.mp4
Spectral range, nm: 380–650 (IR-filtered)
Shutter type: ERS (electronic rolling shutter)
System requirements: Windows 8/10/11 (32-bit and 64-bit), Mac OS X, Linux, up to 2.8 GHz Intel Core 2 or higher, minimum 4 GB RAM, USB 2.0 port, RJ45, 19" or larger display (with USB connection)
Software: HDMI: built-in, USB: MAGUS View
Mount type: C-mount
Body: cast aluminum
Power supply: 12 V/1 A AC power adapter
AC power adapter features: Input: AC voltage 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz, Output: DC voltage 12 V/1 A
Operating temperature range, °C: –10...50
Operating humidity range, %: 30…80
Monitor specifications
Type of sensor: IPS
Screen diagonal, inch: 13.3
Screen resolution, px: 3840x2160 (4K)
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Brightness, cd/m²: 400
Number of displayed colors: 16.7 million
Contrast: 1000:1
Horizontal/vertical viewing angle, °: 178/178
Size of the visible screen area (W × H), mm: 295 × 165
Pixel pitch (W × H), mm: 0.154 × 0.154
Display refresh rate, Hz: 60
Type of sensor backlight: LED
LED backlight lifetime, h: 50,000
Interface: HDMI
Operating temperature range, °C: –15...55
Operating humidity range, %: 10…90
Power supply: AC 110–220 V, DC 5–12 V/1 A (Type-C)
Power consumption, W: 12 (maximum)