Bio-Tek ELx800, Operator'S Manual

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Using the Utility Options
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Specifying Data Output and Reporting Options
Plate data can be sent to an attached printer or external computer
.
• The onboard software provides several different options for report format
and content.
•
Data sent to an external computer has no data reduction applied to it, with
the exception of dual-wavelength subtraction (if defined in the assay). Any
reporting options selected through the onboard software have no effect on
serial output.
1. To specify data output and reporting options, start at the Main Menu and
select
UTIL OUTPUT
. The
REPORT OUTPUT
screen will appear.
R E P O R T O U T P U T : B O T H
P R I N T C O M P U T E R B O T H
2. The current output option is displayed on the top line. Select
PRINT
to send
reports directly to a printer,
COMPUTER
to send data out through the serial
port, or
BOTH
.
Note: These options have no effect on data output if the instrument
is being controlled by software (such as KCjunior or KC4) running on a
host PC.
3. Press ENTER to continue. The
SELECT PRINTER
screen will appear.
S E L E C T P R I N T E R E P S O N
E P S O N H P
The ELx800 supports printers using either HP's PCL3 language, such as
the HP DeskJet series, or Epson's LQ language. For the latest list of
compatible printers, consult the Bio-Tek Web site ( www.biotek.com ),
or call Bio-Tek Instruments' Technical Assistance Center (refer to
Chapter 1 for contact information).
4. Select
EPSON
or
HP
as appropriate.
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