My Andonstar ADSM201 Microscope Review  - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: chegueva01
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 14, 2020, 03:44:07 pm
content: Hi everyone. i'v started learning electronics before the corona hit so that's not very long time ago. but anyways i started with only a multi-meter then i started getting into micro-soldering and soldering in general, got myself hot air station a bench Power-supply and last but not least a microscope.About the microscope at first i just wanted to get those 15 usd USB digital microscopes to try but some people talked me outta of it and i decided to go for something better but not professional as i'm just starting out.So i had a choice between a binocular & camera , i wanted to get my hands on a binocular one but i couldn't cause shipping from china is more expensive than the product itself so i wanted something cheap & good. i looked around and i ended up buying this HDMI digital microscope with free shipping and fast delivery time. and that's what i'm gonna talk about now. my Experience........Product description :Euipped with the exclusive lens and HD sensor, Andonstar ADSM201 HDMI Digital Microscope brings users clear and high-resolution images with deep depth of field, less delay and reflection, Not only it can reduce much mistake and oversight, but also it brings a great visual experience. It has three output and high focus distance which permits users to do repairing or soldering on the table. Besides, it has a 3 inches display which can be inclined at an angle of 45°. This adjustable design can reduce the pressure on the cervical spine caused by sitting. Moreover,the microscope can be used without PC or HDMI display. With two built-in lights, Andonstar ADSM201 can reduce reflection and shadow, reduce image error and improve user experience. Users can use the microscope individually, set the microscope wherever they want, make it able to be used in different application scenes.Product features :Ample working distance: 4cm - 15cmReasonable depth of field: no matter how complicated the structure of object is, our microscope just makes it clearExclusive lens: reduce veiling glare and prevent from harm of smudging which produced in the process of solderingReal time imagery, no smear300 times magnification, 1920*1080P, 30fps and high quality non-interpolate Large CMOS sensor4×Digital zoomAdjustable metal stand, sturdy and durableBring dual lights own, reduce inverted imageSpecifications:Image sensor: 3 Mega PixelsVideo output: 1080p Full HDVideo format: MOVPhoto format: JPEGFocus Range: Manual focus from 10mm to 500mmFrame Rate: Max 30f/s under 600 Lus BrightnessMagnification Ratio: 10x to 300*Video-output Interface: HDMI, to any monitor with HDMI-InStorage: MicroSD card, up to 32GPower source: 5V DCCertification: CE/FCC/ROHSWhat came with the package :Digital microscope cameraMetal standHdmi cableUsb cable and by mistake two chargers instead of one . +1Where did it buy it from?I bought off their official website , it was cheaper than aliexpress and it was sent via fedex so super fast shipping times so that's definitely a +1www.andonstarmicroscope.com/I paid 140$ in totalMy thoughts & comments :What i liked1- Cheap like really i haven't found something so reliable and cheap at the same time so +12- Super sharp pictures via External monitor3- easy & fast setup. just plug the cable and you are good to go4- Very powerful White LED's that i sometimes use as a lamp for other stuff5- Focus is excellent , very precise6- Overall build looks strong and not cheap7- Colors are very natrual on both pictures & videos. ( external monitor)8- the 15 cm range is enough for using tweezers or your hot air station.That's just the main points that i liked so much , there are other little details but i'm gonna have to pass on them otherwise this gonna be really long. now unto the what i hatedWhat i hated1- Display is very small and colors aren't that natural compared to what i get in the monitor (' maybe some settings are be tinkered with)2- Metal stand is honestly not helpful at all so in short its bad. Definitely use a DIY stand like some people did3- If you need to magnify something , you'll lose space between pcb & camera so you cannot use hot air or tweezers easily4- Video can be on either camera or screen not both.5- Hdmi cable that came with it is meh so get another one.6- 30 fps seemed slow to meVerdictI'm a want to be professional repair technician so i do tablet & laptops repairs mostly and a microscope is a necessary tool for me , after having this digital microscope for couples of weeks i must say i'm very amazed by the picture quality , honestly its stunning.That aside if are a starter and want something cheap and reliable go for adsm201 but please change the metal stand .and if you are not a starter and wants something professional this is not for you. probably a trinocular that costs 600$ would be a better choice.If you are not into soldering and want this for inspecting , you should definitely grab one.As for me i honestly love it and atm i'm making a DIY stand for it using tv wall mount. i'll post pictures when i get it done.With this i think i'm said enough , if you guys have any questions feel free.Here are some pictures :PCB :https://prnt.sc/u0mbdzDefault microscope setup :https://prnt.sc/u0md70Shot at min distance :https://prnt.sc/u0mdoyShot at min distance 2 :https://ibb.co/smJxvzyShot at max distance :https://prnt.sc/u0mf6sMin distance 4 cm :https://ibb.co/mTRftKdMax Distance 15 cm :https://ibb.co/T14gqBz

author: chegueva01
author_rank: Contributor
timestamp: August 16, 2020, 09:49:01 pm
content: Updated with pictures.