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On your PC, search for and open the Control Panel, go to System and 

Security 

 System 

 Device Manager.

In the Device Manager scroll to “Ports (COM & LPT)” and find the port 

device name in the brackets (Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port(COM4)) 

(any number).
In the port list in the MilkSafe™ Data Manager, choose the serial port which 

you found in the Device Manager.
Click 

Open Serial Port

 and the red dot will turn green.

If the used connection port on the computer is not changed from time 

to time, the COM Port will remember its COM; if the connection port is 

changed, the COM port may change and step 5 through 7 must be repeated.

To customize the data fields and export standards click 

Settings

. Change 

field names, file types etc. and click 

Save

The MilkSafe™ Data Manager is now ready for use.

Updating the Reader software

It is recommended to keep your device updated with the newest software. The 

software can be found on MilkSafe™ Downloads.

Export the data stored on the Reader to the Data Manager if the data should 

be saved. For instructions see section 

Export Data

.

From the MilkSafe™ Desktop Reader zip file transfer the 

Reader Update

 

file to an empty USB of the format FAT32. Rename the file to ROM.bin so 

the filename is without version number. The file must be located in the root 

directory of the USB - do not put it in a folder.
Connect the Reader to power.
Insert the USB in the USB port on the back of the Reader.
Turn on the Reader. The Reader automatically prints a piece of paper and the 

update is initiated. The update takes approximately 1 minute.

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Summary of Contents for MilkSafe

Page 1: ...MilkSafe Desktop Reader User Manual ...

Page 2: ... by law or agreed upon in writing There is no warranty being extended as to its accuracy completeness currentness noninfringement merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose To the best of our knowledge and belief the product s mentioned herein do es not infringe the intellectual property rights of any third party The product s may be covered by pending or issued patents registered or unre...

Page 3: ...nditions Power supply Getting started Reader Software PC and system requirements Installing the software Updating the Reader software Reader operation Reading test strips Test records Verification procedure Export data Maintenance notes Cleaning of the Reader Service and repairs Contents 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 6 6 7 7 7 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 11 11 ...

Page 4: ... or replaced as decided by Chr Hansen A S The warranty does not cover defects caused by excessive wear and tear or da mage due to shipping accident abuse misuse problems with electrical power or usage not in accordance with product instructions if other than original spare parts supplied by the manufacturer have been used or if repairs or alterations have been performed by anyone else than the man...

Page 5: ...oad a curve for the quantitative tests Safety precautions Operating location The location of the MilkSafe Desktop Reader should be on a desk or on a stable and level surface with enough surrounding space to easily insert the test strip cartridge or to unplug the Reader The results may be influenced by vibrations e g if the Reader is used close to vibrating machines Ambient conditions Temperature r...

Page 6: ... Press Confirm to approve the change and Back to return to all setting options Select Date Time and use the buttons on the screen to adjust the date and time fields to the current date and time Press Confirm to accept the changes or Cancel to return to the menu screen without setting the date and time When reading quantitative tests the standard curve from the specific batch must be loaded To load...

Page 7: ...esktop Reader zip file from MilkSafe Downloads on http milksafe chr hansen com In the zipped file you will find the following files Driver file Data Manager file ROM bin file Install the Driver Connect the Reader to PC with the serial to USB cable included Open the Data Manager file right click the MS DR19 data export software and create a shortcut Double click the MilkSafe icon on your desktop an...

Page 8: ...ck Settings Change field names file types etc and click Save The MilkSafe Data Manager is now ready for use Updating the Reader software It is recommended to keep your device updated with the newest software The software can be found on MilkSafe Downloads Export the data stored on the Reader to the Data Manager if the data should be saved For instructions see section Export Data From the MilkSafe ...

Page 9: ...tative tests require the standard curve corresponding to the batch in use to be loaded before testing See the Reader section step 10 under Getting Started for guidance Select the relevant test from the list of tests Fill out Sample ID Lot No and Operator ID optional Press Test and the test port located to the right in the front of the Reader will open and a platform will emerge As soon as the test...

Page 10: ... scrolling bar in the bottom To resize the columns drag on column header edges View the details of a specific test result by first selecting the test by clicking anywhere on the line and then select Details Print the results by selecting Print Verification procedure Verify the accuracy of the measurements performed with the MilkSafe Desktop Reader by reading standard strips The standard strips wit...

Page 11: ...ort in the MilkSafe Data Manager To change the Export format go to Settings Maintenance notes Cleaning of the Reader It is recommended to clean the Reader on a regular basis If you use the Reader in a working area that is subject to dust or contamination you should clean the Reader more often Use a damp cloth to clean the Reader If the contamination is persistent you can also rub the surface of th...

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