Chapter 8 Functions and Operations of the Devices
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Control/Communication Devices and Relay Devices
11.1
P2-CTLB Control Box
P2-CTLB Control Box
When electrically connected to the following devices, the P2-CTLB Control Box can detect the device states and handle
communications:
No. Device Operation
(1) SMZ18 Zooming Body Detects the magnification.
(2) P2-DBL LED Diascopic Illumination Base,
P-DSL32 LED Diascopic Illumination Stand
Turns On/Off LED illumination, controls illumination, and monitors the
light intensity.
(3) P2-RLY Relay Box Relays communications.
(4) P2-EFLI Epi Fluorescence Attachment Detects the turret address on the optical path.
(5) P2-RNI2 Intelligent Nosepiece Detects the nosepiece address on the optical path.
(6) C-HGFIE HG Precentered Fiber Illuminator Switches the ND filter and opens/closes the shutter.
(7) C-HGFIE HG Precentered Fiber Illuminator Communications
(8-1) DS-L4 camera control unit plus DS camera Communications
(8-2) Personal computer plus DS camera Communications
(9) AC adapter 24 V power input
• The power supply for control provides power for the board in the control box and devices (1) to (5).
• Devices (1), (4), and (5) are connected through device (3).
• One type-B USB connector is equipped so that device (8-1) or (8-2) can be connected. Note that both devices cannot be
connected at the same time.
• To operate using a personal computer after connecting device (8-1), connect the USB cable from the personal computer
to device (8-1).
• Communications with device (7) are handled through a RS232C connection. Communications with device (8-1) or (8-2)
are handled through a USB connection.
Power LED
Power switch