User Manual
www.visioneng.com/support Mantis Compact with Universal Stand - User Guide 
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MANTIS COMPACT 
Overview 
Turn on the power switch  and place the subject be-
neath the Mantis viewing head. 
Focus 
The aim of the universal stand products is that the height of 
the instrument is set to a comfortable viewing position and the 
subject is then lifted (normally by hand) into focus. Thus maintaining 
optimum ergonomics. 
To set the height of the instrument, ensure the friction clamp  is 
loosened then move the viewing head up or down until the required 
viewing position is obtained and tighten the friction clamp. 
Eye Spacing 
Adjust the eye spacing control  to obtain a comfortable stereo view. 
Note: Adjusting the eye spacing is very important for viewing 
comfort and must be adjusted for each Mantis user. 
Changing Lenses 
To change the objective lens, twist and remove lens . Store the lens in the supplied container. 
Fit and lock the chosen objective lens into the objective seat. 
Head Counterbalance 
When a lens has been changed, it may be necessary to adjust the head counterbalance. Adjust the 
counterbalance screw 
 (clockwise for lighter lenses or counter-clockwise for heavier ones) until the viewing head does 
not drift up or down when unsupported. 
Ergonomic Viewing 
An ergonomic posture will ensure that users fully benefit from the advantages provided by the Mantis optical technology. 
In setting up your Mantis, firstly arrange your workspace, paying attention to the heights of the chair and table. 
When seated with a straight back, your eyes should be comfortably lined up with the Mantis viewing head. Forearms 
should be supported by the work surface. 
Operation 
General Care 
  When not in use, cover your Mantis with the dust cover provided. 
  Remove dust with a soft brush or cleaning cloth. 
  The Mantis lenses should be cleaned with a lens cleaning cloth. 
  Keep accessories in a dust-free environment when not in use. 
Service 
Service and repair work must only be carried out by service engineers authorised by Vision Engineering. 
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of invoice to the original purchaser. 
If during the warranty period the product is found to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced at facilities of Vision Engineering or elsewhere, all at the 
option of Vision Engineering. However, Vision Engineering reserves the right to refund the purchase price if it is unable to provide replacement, and repair is 
not commercially practicable or cannot be timely made. Parts not of Vision Engineering manufacture carry only the warranty of their manufacturer. Expendable 
components such as fuses carry no warranty. 
This warranty does not cover damage in transit, damage caused by misuse, neglect, or carelessness, or damage resulting from either improper servicing or 
modification by other than Vision Engineering approved service personnel. Further, this warranty does not cover any routine maintenance work on the product 
described in the user guide or any minor maintenance work which is reasonably expected to be performed by the purchaser. 
No responsibility is assumed for unsatisfactory operating performance due to environmental conditions such as humidity, dust, corrosive chemicals, deposition 
of oil or other foreign matter, spillage, or other conditions beyond the control of Vision Engineering. 
Except as stated herein, Vision Engineering makes no other warranties, express or implied by law, whether for resale, fitness for a particular purpose or 
otherwise. Further, Vision Engineering shall not under any circumstances be liable for incidental, consequential or other damages. 
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