CD:
The "amcap" program on the CD doesn't install anything, it just runs the program. If you want to have it on your PC, copy it to a new folder and make a shortcut for your desktop.
On the microscope:
To switch between Photo, Video, and View modes, long push the "Menu" button to cycle through the choices.
A video camera, a camera, and a playback triangle appear in the upper left.
To take a photo or video, push the OK button. It will start and stop a video, or save a photo to the Micro-SD card.
To use the PC:
Click to USB settings:
When USB is on "Disk Drive" or "PC-Cam," all functions stop on scope.
1) Disk Drive:
Connect the USB-C data cable (included)
The Micro SD-Card now appears as a USB Drive (X:) with a DCIM folder on the PC, giving access to the files saved to the SD-Card.
2) Set USB to "PC Cam" and connect USB-C data cable (included)
Run "amcap v3.0.9.exe" on the CD
Under "Devices" select "General - UVC"
Options/Preview to view what the microscope camera sees on the PC screen.
You can then take a photo or capture a video in the PC program.
3) To get back to the microscope controls, unplug the USB-C cable. If you want to power the microscope from the PC, but not have it switch to PC-Cam or Disk Drive mode, change the USB setting to "Charging mode."
It has a built-in battery but I don't know how long it lasts before recharging. It recharges with a USB-C cable.
It comes with a 32GB Micro-SD card which is the maximum size it can read (MicroSD is called "TF" in China. They're the same thing.).
This is a bit easier to use than a 10x lupe as the lighting is taken care of for you. You can get a bit of size change by raising and lowering the lens and camera, but not much - closer is larger and up is smaller. The entire coin won't show up on the screen.
There's a light dimmer dial on the right side of the screen that helps with clarity if you've got some reflection or contrast problems.
If you know where that mint mark is, this will help find and read it, or differentiate an "S" from a "D" on a worn coin. The strength of this item is its ability to take a picture to document the coin, but a lupe is easier to use just to examine a coin or stamp.
Negatives: Can't see entire coin. Reflections can cause exposure problems. Always have to refocus.
Main positive: Good for detail photos.
4 stars - not as useful as I had hoped.
GOCHIFIX 4.3" LCD Digital Coin Microscope 1000X Coin Microscope with HD Screen and 8 Ajustable LED Lights Compatible with Win
4.3 | 53 ratings
Price: 49.99
Last update: 08-30-2024
About this item
????【4.3-Inch High-Definition LCD Screen & 32GB Card】:4.3-inch screen, 30W pixel sensor sensorcan microscope capture a clear detailed view of the object in a certain area of the picture and record video, and record a clear micro-world experience, The images and videos obtained during the observation process are saved in a 32GB SD micro card (Included 32GB microSD card).
????【50X-1000X Magnification】:Allows to zoom in & out to see the incredible details at a magnification range from 50 to 1000X. The actual magnification differs due to the screen size, the distance between the camera and object.
????【8 Adjustable LED Lights】:Microscope has built-in 8 adjustable LED lights. The brightness can be adjusted from dark to bright by sliding the switch. Excellent details and best definition, the user’s image and Video can improve the quality of clarity.
????【Rechargeable Battery & Wide Compatible】: GOCHIFIX digital microscope is powered by a rechargeable battery (3 hours of working time) or directly via USB,Unlike other coin microscopes, our coin magnifier supports MacOX in addition to Windows connectivity so you can try it out on different running systems.
????【Widely Used Tool】:The digital microscope is suitable for circuit board inspection, coins, jewelry, stamps, watch/clock repair, skin detection, kids education inspection, textile industrial, biological observation, QC inspection, medical professionals, scientific researchers, enhancing the interactivity between parents and kids, teachers and students.
????【50X-1000X Magnification】:Allows to zoom in & out to see the incredible details at a magnification range from 50 to 1000X. The actual magnification differs due to the screen size, the distance between the camera and object.
????【8 Adjustable LED Lights】:Microscope has built-in 8 adjustable LED lights. The brightness can be adjusted from dark to bright by sliding the switch. Excellent details and best definition, the user’s image and Video can improve the quality of clarity.
????【Rechargeable Battery & Wide Compatible】: GOCHIFIX digital microscope is powered by a rechargeable battery (3 hours of working time) or directly via USB,Unlike other coin microscopes, our coin magnifier supports MacOX in addition to Windows connectivity so you can try it out on different running systems.
????【Widely Used Tool】:The digital microscope is suitable for circuit board inspection, coins, jewelry, stamps, watch/clock repair, skin detection, kids education inspection, textile industrial, biological observation, QC inspection, medical professionals, scientific researchers, enhancing the interactivity between parents and kids, teachers and students.
Product information
| Package Dimensions | 8.58 x 6.97 x 3.46 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.38 pounds |
| ASIN | B0D2LCN5C2 |
| Item model number | DM4 |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Customer Reviews |
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars
16 ratings
4.3 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #87 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #18 in Lab Handheld Digital Microscopes |
| Date First Available | April 24, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | GOCHIFIX |
Top reviews from the United States
Anaguma
Good for photographing coin or stamp details.
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024
Anaguma
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024
The "amcap" program on the CD doesn't install anything, it just runs the program. If you want to have it on your PC, copy it to a new folder and make a shortcut for your desktop.
On the microscope:
To switch between Photo, Video, and View modes, long push the "Menu" button to cycle through the choices.
A video camera, a camera, and a playback triangle appear in the upper left.
To take a photo or video, push the OK button. It will start and stop a video, or save a photo to the Micro-SD card.
To use the PC:
Click to USB settings:
When USB is on "Disk Drive" or "PC-Cam," all functions stop on scope.
1) Disk Drive:
Connect the USB-C data cable (included)
The Micro SD-Card now appears as a USB Drive (X:) with a DCIM folder on the PC, giving access to the files saved to the SD-Card.
2) Set USB to "PC Cam" and connect USB-C data cable (included)
Run "amcap v3.0.9.exe" on the CD
Under "Devices" select "General - UVC"
Options/Preview to view what the microscope camera sees on the PC screen.
You can then take a photo or capture a video in the PC program.
3) To get back to the microscope controls, unplug the USB-C cable. If you want to power the microscope from the PC, but not have it switch to PC-Cam or Disk Drive mode, change the USB setting to "Charging mode."
It has a built-in battery but I don't know how long it lasts before recharging. It recharges with a USB-C cable.
It comes with a 32GB Micro-SD card which is the maximum size it can read (MicroSD is called "TF" in China. They're the same thing.).
This is a bit easier to use than a 10x lupe as the lighting is taken care of for you. You can get a bit of size change by raising and lowering the lens and camera, but not much - closer is larger and up is smaller. The entire coin won't show up on the screen.
There's a light dimmer dial on the right side of the screen that helps with clarity if you've got some reflection or contrast problems.
If you know where that mint mark is, this will help find and read it, or differentiate an "S" from a "D" on a worn coin. The strength of this item is its ability to take a picture to document the coin, but a lupe is easier to use just to examine a coin or stamp.
Negatives: Can't see entire coin. Reflections can cause exposure problems. Always have to refocus.
Main positive: Good for detail photos.
4 stars - not as useful as I had hoped.
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Christopher
Really nice unit for the price
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2024B. W
Don't forget to remove the dust cap!
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024
B. W
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2024
That microscope relied upon reflected light from a small mirror to illuminate the slides. The mirror needed to be readjusted whenever the microscope moved or the light source changed. Bright light was helpful. Years later, I obtained a similar microscope with the added advantage of having a battery powered light source built in.
Those microscopes gradually failed when parts no longer worked as intended.
Enter the GOCHIFIX DM4 4.3 inch LCD Digital Microscope:
Battery operated, Rechargeable, Digital.
Photo and Video capable with ability to store for later retrieval.
And more...
While I would still rate this as a beginners' model, oh my, how things have changed.
Since my finger was handily available, I first looked at my fingernail under the scope. Ridges, cuticles and calouses were instantly magnified showing the small details.
The fine print of the operating manual showed the fuzzy edges of the letters on the paper which appear crisp while viewed normally.
Viewing coins was how the microscope was promoted. It is much more than that and many possibilites remain to be explored. I've included some coin photos with this review. One shows the coin with dust cap on. The others are various shots at different magnification (without the dustcap) where the aperture is moved up and down.
The manual is adequate. It concentrates mostly on setup, button control and connection to a computer. Assembly of the parts can be deduced from the line drawings.
Power-on defaults to video.
A 32gb TF card is included for saving data.
The force of pressing buttons shifts the view slightly which shows up especially in video mode.
I did not install the software which is included on a small CD-ROM disc and used with the "PC CAM" setting. I did explore files via "DISK DRIVE" mode which worked great.
For best results *there is a tabbed dust cap that must be removed for optimum viewing.* Replace it when not in use.
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eric r
Great value, works well
Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2024