This document is an instruction manual for the Nikon DS Camera Control Unit DS-L1, DS Camera Head DS-5M, and DS Cooled Camera Head DS-5Mc. It introduces the features and characteristics of the products and how to use them.
This manual explains how to install, connect, and safely operate the Nikon DS Camera Control Unit (DS-L1) together with the DS Camera Head (DS-5M) and the DS Cooled Camera Head (DS-5Mc). It includes safety warnings, power‑supply requirements, and handling instructions to prevent electric shock, fire, or equipment damage.
The guide covers basic operations, network configuration, microscope control, image acquisition, and detailed technical specifications such as sensor type, frame rates, dimensions, and environmental limits. It also provides troubleshooting, maintenance, and compliance information for UL, EN, FCC, and EU directives.
| Operating temperature (DS-L1) | 0° to 40°C |
|---|---|
| Maximum humidity (DS-L1) | 85% RH max. |
| Maximum altitude (DS-L1) | 2000 m |
| Protection class (DS-L1) | Class I, Category 2 |
| Image sensor (DS-5Mc) | 2/3‑inch, 5,240,000‑pixel IT‑CCD |
| Frame rate (DS-5Mc) | 3.75 fps (5 Mi), 7.5 fps (1.3 Mp), 6.8 fps (1.3 Mi), 15 fps (1.3 Mp C‑Scan) |
| Quantization (DS-5Mc) | 12 bits |
| Lens mount (DS-5Mc) | C‑mount |
| External dimensions (DS-5Mc) | 91 mm (W) × 76 mm (D) × 41 mm (H) |
| Cooling method (DS-5Mc) | Peltier device, ambient down to –20 °C |
| Remote controller dimensions (DS‑RC) | 56 mm (W) × 68 mm (D) × 21 mm (H) |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100‑240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 1.2 A max. |
| AC adapter output voltage | 12 VDC ±5%, 3.5 A max. |
Use a UL‑listed detachable power cord set with 3‑conductor grounding Type SVT, No. 18 AWG, up to 3 m long, rated at 125 V AC minimum.
No. The DS‑L1 must be used with the dedicated Nikon AC adapter; using any other adapter may cause fire or electric shock.
The DS‑L1 is rated for an operating temperature range of 0 °C to 40 °C.