Basic setup

This guide describes how to turn on the microscope and mount your sample on the microscope.

1. If the microscope is off, turn on the microscope (the following protocol is also taped to the wall):
   1. Turn on power strip 1.
   2. Turn on power strip 2.
   3. Turn the key on the laser box labeled 3 to the ON position (right).
   4. Turn on the computer
      
      
      
2. Start Nikon Elements by clicking on the icon on the desktop.
   
   
   
   
3. Wait for Elements to start up and the optical configurations to import successfully.
   
   
   Note: If an error occurs, please contact us. The microscope will likely not work if the configurations are not imported correctly.
   
   
4. Insert the appropriate sample plate holder. You should choose the appropriate holder depending on the imaging plate you are using (slide, 96-well plate, round dish holder).
   
   
5. Mount your sample on the holder (the picture below shows a slide mount). Make sure the cover slip is facing downwards.