Discovery Artisan 256 Digital Microscope

The Discovery Channel informs, entertains and inspires its audience around the world about the wonders of our planet, its diversity and its surprises. By offering millions of people the chance to make new discoveries and satisfy their curiosity, Discovery provides an engaging mix of storytelling across a range of genres: science and technology, exploration, adventure, history and a behind-the-scenes look at the people, places and organisations that shape the world we live in.

We are proud to present the Discovery range of optical instruments, manufactured by Levenhuk and sponsored by Discovery.

The Discovery Artisan 256 is a digital microscope with an LCD screen and a rechargeable battery, suitable for a wide variety of professional applications. It can be used for quality control in metalworking, for welding, electronic circuits and watch repair. It can also be used for jewellery making and the appraisal of art objects, to examine the structure of minerals or coins, and much more besides. A handheld microscope is often used to inspect goods in shops and detect any mould growing on fruit and vegetables. The microscope is easy to use. It can be connected to a computer (Windows and Mac OS are supported) or a TV, and also allows you to take photos, record videos and measure distances, angles, radii and areas.

The image is captured by a built-in 5 MP camera, with up to 12 MP resolution via interpolation. The lighting system surrounding the lens consists of 8 white LEDs with adjustable brightness. The lighting can be switched off when not required. The microscope’s magnification ranges from 20x to 500x, and the focus can be adjusted manually within a range of 0 to 30 mm.

The microscope body is protected by a rubber cover, which provides a comfortable grip. The set includes a small stand. It can be used for extended observations. A carrying case is included to facilitate transport of the microscope.

Note: A memory card (not included) is required to save photos and videos.

Features:

• Portable digital microscope with a 3” LCD screen
• Can be connected to a Windows or Mac OS computer or to a TV
• Captures photos and videos, with object measurement functionality
• Digital camera in place of the objective lens: 5 MP (interpolated up to 12 MP)
• Magnification: 20–500x; focus range: 0–30 mm
• 8 white LEDs with adjustable brightness
• Battery-powered or mains-powered, supports microSD
• A stand and a carrying case are included

The kit includes:

• Microscope
• Stand
• Adapter (100–240 V, 50/60 Hz)
• USB cable
• AV cable
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• Shoulder strap
• Carry case
• Cleaning cloth
• Software CD
• User manual and warranty card

Tips for using the software:

• To ensure the programme works correctly, only launch the installed application when the microscope is connected to the PC and ready for observation.
• Once connected to the PC, the instrument does not support the magnification change function.

Note: Please bear in mind that the mains voltage in the United States and Canada is 110 V, whilst in most European countries it is 220–240 V. For information on the correct mains voltage, please refer to the specifications table. Never attempt to connect a 110 V device to a 220 V mains socket, or vice versa, without using a voltage converter.

The Discovery Artisan 256 digital microscope is not compatible with external digital cameras.