Performing a print-and-apply test
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G5581A Microplate Labeler Quick Guide
Running the print-and-apply test
To run a print-and-apply test:
1
In the
Testing
tab, verify that the label format you want to use for this test is
selected in the
Format
list.
Note:
You can display a preview of the label format in the Label Editor tab.
2
Under
Label Data
, type the text in the field box for the position that you want to test.
Note:
Only the fields that are defined in the label format can be edited. Fields
that are defined in the label format as barcode fields will be encoded into a
barcode before printing.
3
In the
Testing Options
area, select
Print and apply
.
4
Select the compass points corresponding to one or more sides that you want to
apply labels to, for example
North
and
West
.
IMPORTANT
Make sure that the height of the plate stage is suitable for the type of microplate being
labeled, and that there is a microplate on the plate stage.
5
In the
Number of cycles
list, set the value to the number of microplates that you
want to test label.
6
Click
Run test
or press the green button on the top of the device.
The first label is printed and applied to the microplate.
7
If you are test labeling multiple microplates, quickly replace the microplate on the
plate stage with a new one.
Repeat this step until all the test cycles are completed.