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Dlite Microscope

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The Dlite Microscope is unique among our other products because it has tips available for 15, 30x, 50x, 100x, 150x and 200x fixed magnifications without changing lenses (see sample magnification images here.). It also will zoom from 10x – 200x just by turning a thumb wheel. The Dlite Microscope is the only version hand-held zoom camera with exclusive accessories and curriculum created by STR. Available accessories include the tip set, Discovery Scope attachment, XYZ stage, and backlight lamp with Light Blocker. Our available curriculum and lesson plans are written by expert teachers and are classroom tested. All of these items are available only from STR. STR has evaluated all of the cheap knock-offs and none have the durability and quality of the Dlite Microscope, nor will you get STR's service, reputation, and exclusive add-ons.

The Dlite Microscope has an analog TV/projector model and a USB computer model. The USB model includes basic display and capture software for Windows (with Mac capabilities - see specs). The USB model has a capture button on the unit, and software for live display, image/movie capture included measurement capabilities, and is compatible with digital whiteboards. Both TV and USB models come with a small plastic stand. A 500x fixed magnification model is available, as well as an optional 1-10x lens and a 500x lens.

See the complete video training series for the Dlite Microscope at our YouTube channel,
www.youtube.com/user/DliteMicroscope.

Education Application:

• Save time with easy set-up, and no sample preparation
• Education research shows use of hand-held camera microscopes increases student time on task, and student retention on standardized tests
• Excite students by instantly displaying a new micro-world to the whole group
• This one tool is multipurpose and cross-curricular for use as a microscope, presentation camera and document camera
• Cost effective with durable construction and low maintenance
• Integrates with all digital whiteboards

Unique to the Dlite Microscope:
• Save even more time by eliminating the need to change lenses, thumb wheel operation zooms 10x to 200x. Fixed mag tips for 15x, 30x, 50x, 100x, 150x, 200x (see sample magnification images here)
• The USB version for computer includes enhanced software with measurement capabilities, a $129 value compared to software for other USB cameras
• Discovery Scope holder allows easy viewing of specimens with available light. View aquatic samples, insects, sand, soil, and other small specimens
• Optional 1x-10x lens and 500x lens can be used with the same camera using our lens changing tool

Pricing:

Product

Part #

List Price

STR Price

Quantity 5

Quantity 10

Dlite Microscope USB with 10x - 200x zoom lens, set of 5 tips (15x, 30x, 50x, 150x, 100x/200x), 6 white LEDs, Measurement & Calibration, table stand, software for Windows/Mac

DM-113M $249

$199

$199
Call with questions or for quotes

$199
Call with questions or for quotes

Dlite Microscope Video for TV/projector with 10x - 200x zoom lens, set of 5 tips (15x, 30x, 50x, 150x, 100x/200x), 6 white LEDs, RCA output, AC Adaptor, table stand

AM-113M $249

$199

$199
Call with questions or for quotes

$199
Call with questions or for quotes

Dlite Microscope Dual Lens: USB - camera with 10x-200x zoom lens, plus 500x fixed lens with tip and changing tool, tip set producing 15x, 30x, 50x, 150x, 100x/200x, 6 white LEDs, Measurement & Calibration, table stand, software for Windows/Mac

DM-113U $358

$249

$239

$229

Dlite Microscope Dual Lens: Video for TV/projector - camera with 10x-200x zoom lens, plus 500x fixed lens with tip and changing tool, tip set producing 15x, 30x, 50x, 150x, 100x/200x, 6 White LEDs, RCA output, AC adaptor, table stand

AM-113U $358

$249

$239

$229

Specs:

Hardware Specs:
• Available Lenses: Single lens zoom 10x – 200x with standard touch focus tip at 100x/200x, tip set option provides touch focus at 15x, 30x, 50x, 150x; 1x wide angle, 500x, internally lit LED
• Image sensor: TV model: 1/3" Color CMOS    USB model: 1/4" Color CMOS
• Resolution: TV model: 250,000 pixels USB model: 1280 x 1024 (1.3 MP)
• Output: TV model: RCA composite video out (NTSC or PAL option) USB model: USB cable
• Cable length: 6 feet
• Power source: TV model: Switching power supply adaptor USB model: USB powered
• AC Adaptor: TV model: Input 110 - 220V AC 50/60Hz
• Power consumption: less than 5W
• White Balance: Factory Preset
• Color Adjustments: Factory Preset
• Operating Temperature Range: 5 to 35 degrees Celsius
• Weight: 90g • Warranty: one year

System Requirements for USB model:
• Windows: Windows XP (sp2), Vista, 7; factory installed USB 2.0; 1.5Ghz processor or above
• Macintosh: No software included, but works in standard Mac OS applications "Photo Booth" and "iMovie" to display live image and capture; optional SnapScience software for Mac available for additional cost

Included Windows Software Specs for USB model:
• Resolution Setting Options: up to 1280 x 1024 (1.3 MP)
• 640 x 480 live preview
• Still Image Capture: jpeg, bmp
• Movie Capture: mpeg, avi, manual setting clip length
• Time Lapse Movie Capture: avi, manual setting parameters
• Thumbnail Library for Image/Movie Viewing
· Calibration and measurement function in pixels or mm
· 4x Digital Zoom
· Time & Date Function
• Freeze Frame

Download Specs (PDF)