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Mantis Compact with Universal Stand - User Guide
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MANTIS COMPACT
Overview
Turn on the power switch
X
and place the subject be-
neath the Mantis viewing head.
Focus
The aim of the universal stand products is that the height of
the instrument is set to a comfortable viewing position and the
subject is then lifted (normally by hand) into focus. Thus maintaining
optimum ergonomics.
To set the height of the instrument, ensure the friction clamp
Y
is
loosened then move the viewing head up or down until the required
viewing position is obtained and tighten the friction clamp.
Eye Spacing
Adjust the eye spacing control
Z
to obtain a comfortable stereo view.
Note:
Adjusting the eye spacing is very important for viewing
comfort and must be adjusted for each Mantis user.
Changing Lenses
To change the objective lens, twist and remove lens
[
. Store the lens in the supplied container.
Fit and lock the chosen objective lens into the objective seat.
Head Counterbalance
When a lens has been changed, it may be necessary to adjust the head counterbalance. Adjust the
counterbalance screw
\
(clockwise for lighter lenses or counter-clockwise for heavier ones) until the viewing head does
not drift up or down when unsupported.
Ergonomic Viewing
An ergonomic posture will ensure that users fully benefit from the advantages provided by the Mantis optical technology.
In setting up your Mantis, firstly arrange your workspace, paying attention to the heights of the chair and table.
When seated with a straight back, your eyes should be comfortably lined up with the Mantis viewing head. Forearms
should be supported by the work surface.
Operation
General Care
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When not in use, cover your Mantis with the dust cover provided.
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Remove dust with a soft brush or cleaning cloth.
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The Mantis lenses should be cleaned with a lens cleaning cloth.
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Keep accessories in a dust-free environment when not in use.
Service
Service and repair work must only be carried out by service engineers authorised by Vision Engineering.
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of invoice to the original purchaser.
If during the warranty period the product is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at facilities of Vision Engineering or elsewhere, all at the
option of Vision Engineering. However, Vision Engineering reserves the right to refund the purchase price if it is unable to provide replacement, and repair is
not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made. Parts not of Vision Engineering manufacture carry only the warranty of their manufacturer. Expendable
components such as fuses carry no warranty.
This warranty does not cover damage in transit, damage caused by misuse, neglect, or carelessness, or damage resulting from either improper servicing or
modification by other than Vision Engineering approved service personnel. Further, this warranty does not cover any routine maintenance work on the product
described in the user guide or any minor maintenance work which is reasonably expected to be performed by the purchaser.
No responsibility is assumed for unsatisfactory operating performance due to environmental conditions such as humidity, dust, corrosive chemicals, deposition
of oil or other foreign matter, spillage, or other conditions beyond the control of Vision Engineering.
Except as stated herein, Vision Engineering makes no other warranties, express or implied by law, whether for resale, fitness for a particular purpose or
otherwise. Further, Vision Engineering shall not under any circumstances be liable for incidental, consequential or other damages.
Warranty
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MANTIS COMPACT
Packing Contents
Assembly
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Secure the universal mount to the work
surface using the G-clamp provided or by
using appropriate screws located in the
holes of the mount.
2
Place the universal arm on top of the
universal mount and lower it on to the
spigot until it is fully mounted.
3
Loosen the upper retaining bolt
�
in the
universal arm. Remove the lower retaining
bolt
�
. Carefully place the locating hook
of the Mantis viewing head
�
over the
upper retaining bolt of the universal arm.
Replace the lower retaining bolt
�
, ensuring
that the bolt passes through the lower locating mount
of the Mantis viewing head.
Tighten the upper and lower retaining bolts then re-seat the universal arm rubber
gaiter
�
.
4
Remove the red transit plug from the underneath of the viewing head.
5
Fit and lock the chosen objective lens into the objective seat.
6
Ensuring the power adapter is suitable for your supply voltage, connect the power adapter
plug to a suitable power outlet and its output connector to the base of the universal arm.
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Connect the output lead at the top of the universal arm to the rear of the viewing head.
Do not attempt to connect the power adapter directly to the viewing head.
Universal mount
G-clamp
Counter balanced boom stand
Viewing head
Power adapter
Objective lens
Desiccant Replacement
The desiccant removes excess moisture from the optical
head.
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Disconnect the power supply from the bottom of the
head.
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Remove the screw securing the desiccant cover
�
and lift
the cover off.
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Insert the new desiccant and replace the desiccant cover.
LED Arrays
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Remove the desiccant cover
�
.
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Remove the two crosshead screws that secure the LED
array
�
and remove the array complete with filters
�
.
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Reassembly is the reverse of this procedure.
Routine Maintenance
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