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Gel Scanner
User's Manual

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Summary of Contents for Bio-1000F

Page 1: ...Gel Scanner User s Manual www microtek com...

Page 2: ...rty of their respective holders Specifications software and hardware bundles are subject to change without notice Not responsible for typographical errors Disclaimer The contents of this manual have b...

Page 3: ...n the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiv...

Page 4: ...e if you pull the cable only it may damage the core wire and result in fire or electric shock Place and route the power supply cord such that it is not likely to be walked on or pinched by items place...

Page 5: ...t parts that are specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts For safety reasons ensure to inspect the device before using it In addition carrying out a regular...

Page 6: ...Contents 14 Step 2 Installing the Software 15 Step 3 Unlocking the Scanner 16 Step 4 Connecting the Scanner 18 To the Power Cord 18 To the Hi Speed USB Cable 17 Digitizing a Gel 18 Positioning a Gel 1...

Page 7: ...Bio 1000F User s Manual 7 File Naming 30 File Format 31 Show Warning Message s 31 Care and Cleaning 32 Cleaning the Glass Surfaces 32 Maintenance 33 Appendix 34 Troubleshooting 34 Specifications 35...

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Page 9: ...rtant features including the following High sensitivity of fluorescence Bio 1000F goes perfectly with global EtBr alternative stain brands The highest sensitivity of Bio 1000F can reach to 0 008 ng l...

Page 10: ...mputer must satisfy the following system requirements CD ROM drive for installing software Color display with 24 bit color output capability 512 MB RAM or above 300 MB HDD or above Pentium IV PC or hi...

Page 11: ...up a filter plate when lighting up a blue LED for a gel excising or observation 2 Scanner Lid The top cover of the scanner 3 Rear Glass Surface The place where the scanner makes a calibration 4 Red Ar...

Page 12: ...Rear View No Names of Parts Functions of Parts 1 Hi Speed USB Port Connects the Hi Speed USB USB 2 0 cable to the computer 2 Power Connector Connects the scanner to the power adapter 3 Power Switch T...

Page 13: ...ve been carefully chosen to prevent damage to the unit in shipping and can withstand a reasonable amount of pressure After unpacking your scanner package refer to the later section to ensure that you...

Page 14: ...s Manual Step 1 Unpacking Package Contents After you have unpacked your scanner package please check for the major components listed below Scanner Hi Speed USB cable Power cord Software CD Power adap...

Page 15: ...CD DVD ROM icon then cdsetup exe to start the installer program 4 To install the software on the Microtek Software CD DVD click each software program in the order that it appears on the screen to inst...

Page 16: ...off tilt the scanner and locate the locking switch at the bottom right corner of the scanner Do not turn the scanner upside down when attempting to unlock as this may damage the scanner s mechanism 2...

Page 17: ...e 3 Connect one end of the Hi Speed USB cable to your scanner 4 Connect the other end of the Hi Speed USB cable to the computer s USB port Power switch 5 Turn the Power switch on the back of the scann...

Page 18: ...d gel at center 3 Lower down the scanner lid Important Make sure that Calibration window on the glass surface is kept clear and free of obstruction at all times Use the red arrow mark at front of the...

Page 19: ...ll be enlarged and displayed in the Preview area Refer to the section Knowing the MiBio Fluo Software Better in this manual for the details about how to change a folder or a name for a scanned image i...

Page 20: ...20 Bio 1000F User s Manual Thumbnail View area Preview area...

Page 21: ...sitioning a Gel to place a gel to be scanned on the scan bed 2 Follow the procedures steps 2 and 3 for Scanning a Gel to launch the MiBio Fluo software and to perform a scan of the gel 3 To install th...

Page 22: ...ghted up a window pops up on the screen where a countdown clock 3 minutes is displayed to show how much time left for you to make gel excising or observation directly on the scan bed When done click t...

Page 23: ...uo software which may help you to use this software more conveniently Launching MiBio Fluo MiBio Fluo can be launched in a stand alone mode From stand alone mode Double click the MiBio Fluo icon on th...

Page 24: ...rominent window and includes the various commands and tools for controlling the scanner Elements of the Main Control Panel A Exposure Time slide bar B Image Capture button C Light up button D Settings...

Page 25: ...position and turns it on when excising or observing a gel on the scan bed D Settings window button Click the Settings button to activate the Settings Window where you can adjust settings related to yo...

Page 26: ...ages to your selected folder The scanned image will be displayed in the Thumbnail View area when the scan is done When clicking this button the blue LED will be moved to a pre defined position and the...

Page 27: ...n of the scanner and a window with clock on the screen Click the OK button to exit the message window At this moment the clock in the window will start to count down 2 minutes displaying how much time...

Page 28: ...d gel images such as file s name file s saving location file s output format and so on File s Saving Location This is the folder to store scanned images To specify a folder of your own click the icon...

Page 29: ...ws the types of the stain compatible with the scanner you are using User should select the right type used in the current scanned gel from the menu box in order to get better image quality When Green...

Page 30: ...For example if you see a file labeled with 2016 02 17_08 51 52 it means that this file was created at 52 seconds eight 51 February 17 2016 If Text is checked you are allowed to enter a root file name...

Page 31: ...None is selected the file compression will not be available for adjusting If JPEG is selected a slide bar will appear below the Compression menu box Drag it to specify your requirements for your file...

Page 32: ...a regular basis Cleaning the Glass Surfaces 1 Lift up the scanner lid 2 Use the cleaning cloth come with your package or a soft non abrasive and lint free cloth to gently wipe the rear and front glass...

Page 33: ...rn out and a problem such as insufficient light supply may occur In this cases contact your local dealers or wholesales for the maintenance services NOTE Your scanner need a professional to perform th...

Page 34: ...the installation instructions in this document 2 When trying to scan an error message appears on your screen that reads Can t Find Scanners Make sure your scanner is unlocked see Step 3 in the Initial...

Page 35: ...mensions L x W x H 12 x 12 x 5 304 8 mm x 304 8 mm x 127 mm Weight 10 56 pounds 4 8 kg 11 pounds 5 kg With the Filter Plate Voltage AC 100V 240V 50 60 Hz 1 5A max Input DC 15V 2 5A Output Power Consum...

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