Andonstar AD246S-M HDMI Digital Microscope 2000x for Adults, 3 Lens 2160P UHD Video Record, 7 Inch LCD Soldering Microscope for Electronics Repair, Error Coins, Pro Boom Arm Stand, Windows Compatible

This scope has high-quality optics. The interchangeable lenses are useful. If you are looking at relatively flat objects, even the highest mag lens is good. The images shown are of the "0" in a penny ("2021") and the dots are pigments on a credit card. The display and microscope are plastic but well-made. It has metal thread inserts where it counts. The focus is smoother than most cheap microscopes. It has an adjustable metal stand that is a good value. At high magnification, the stand is not very steady but OK. It works with the Windows camera app as well as the "S-eye" program that you can download from the internet. With the PC connected, you can only get 1920X1080, but it is still decent for most situations. You can save higher resolution pictures on the included memory card and access them from the PC when you reboot it as a "memory device".

I was a bit weary when taking it out of the box--it feels cheap. Cheap plastic, metal, etc. I can't speak for longevity, so hopefully it lasts me a while.But it works surprisingly well. HDMI output is fantastic, and can work as a web cam. They also have propriety software. I couldn't get it to work, but I received a support response very quickly that solved the problem. However, if they put the latest drivers on their website I wouldn't have had to reach out to support. It's possible I just didn't see where that download was. Either way, their support was fantastic.This seems like the "cheap" option, but it's surprisingly useful. It can record video, take screenshots, and these are exportable via USB or you can pop in a microSD card (also included).Uses mini hdmi to hdmi for video output, and it also includes an HDMI cable.I wish it would have included a downwards facing right angle HDMI (it includes two right angle usb cables--one for power/lights, the other for PC connection) but that's the only piece of kit that I thought was lacking.The instructions are clear, but there are a few details missing.As for the microscope operation it's decent. Doesn't feel professional grade, but it functions almost as well--and it works for checking out tiny issues on circuit boards. I was able to fix a few things I couldn't before, so that's exciting.It's cheapness does, unfortunately, come into play for some aspects. It's coarse adjustment is rough--it's just two collars, one locks and the other serves as a sort of stop so you can lock it where you want. Its fine adjustment is smooth and works predictably, however--and that's really the most important one.There is a digital zoom that is also pretty good.I don't like the fact that not all of the functionality on the unit is able to be adjusted for with just the controls on the display itself. Instead, you have to use the remote to access some functions and menus you can't otherwise.That means that losing the remote bricks some of the device's functionality.the 7 inch screen is clear, and good enough. HDMI and USB output is a plus, though outputting with USB puts a bit black box on the device's screen, almost forcing you to use the computer monitor. Outputting in HDMI doesn't have this problem, and I ended up using a capture card to grab clean HDMI output while using the scope's display without the USB black box obstruction.Overall, I'd recommend it as an affordable option--and it functions as well as some of the ~$400 dollar scopes I've used. I'm honestly impressed with its functionality. It does, however, FEEL cheap. And I don't know how long some of these parts are for.I also didn't use it for any at home biology observing--even though it comes with a light box/glass slide holder (it also comes with spring-tension slide clips for stereoscopic type viewing). I didn't use the light box or check out the slides, but it's really cool that they included it.

The scope works very nicely for the price point. Image is sharp and the inclusion of 2 additional lenses extends its use. It is light, I think all the tubes are aluminum so we will see how it holds over time.There may be one problem issue though. How do you clean the lens? Right now when the unit is new, the image is clean and crisp. But at some point it will get dirty, especially if you do any work like soldering under it, the flux fumes will inevitably collect on the lens over time. Couple of the lenses have a small (~4 and 6 mm) opening with the lens somewhere down inside. Don’t have any idea how it can be cleaned short of disassembly. Maybe the seller or anyone else can provide some feedback. I feel that I will have to glue or somehow attach a small piece of microscope slide glass on the conical end to prevent stuff from getting inside and contaminating the lens. I think this was not completely thought through.Overall though, I feel this is a very good scope and should provide good service for occasional home use for some time, as long as the electronics hold up.

I haven't used it much yet, but I certainly will. The microscope came rapidly and was in perfect condition. Very easy to understand directions (though it's pretty intuitive). Everything works as it should. The screen/picture quality is very good. I would certainly recommend it! It will be a great help to my 76y.o. eyes.

This digital microscope is unique as it comes with multiple lenses, one long distance, another that covers most jobs, and a biological lens to see things up close like dust mites. This microscope stood out as other brands charge nearly double for the different lenses.It has pc sync which it says you can use if you have a 28 inch monitor, but I was able to use it on my 42inch 4k monitor no problem, you just want to use the USB cord & would have to keep the power supply light cord hooked up if you want light(which is a must). The device requires you to click camera on it(7 inch screen), then select usb on the software drop down menu to connect the microscope to their software. Originally I was trying to use the hdmi cable, but that's only if you're using it without a pc.2160p is limited to the sd recording, but if using it on a 4k monitor you can hit the digital zoom button & it will nearly fill up the whole screen.I did have an issue with the device, but the manufacturer quickly addressed the issue for me.Overall its a great digital microscope & it beats the competition as it has 3 different lenses. Software was easy for me to set up, and the device feels very well built & solid with some nice weight & a sturdy base.

This device is very functional and has proven to be useful and a lot of fun too. It is well made and feature rich. I have been pleasantly surprised at the number of different applications I have used it for and highly recommend it.