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Introduction
The Scepter™ 3.0 Handheld Automated Cell Counter
(“Scepter™ 3.0”) provides a fast and convenient method
for counting cells or particles using a disposable sensor.
Using the Coulter Principle, the Scepter™ 3.0 does all the
work and rapidly delivers accurate and reliable cell counts.
The Scepter™ 3.0 quantifies cells based on size and
discriminates larger cells from smaller debris, unlike
vision-based techniques, which rely on object recognition
software and cannot reliably detect small cells.
A sample of interest is diluted, then acquired using
a precision-engineered, microfluidic Scepter™ 3.0
disposable sensor. In seconds, Scepter™ 3.0 displays cell
concentration, cell diameter or volume measurements,
along with a histogram of cell distribution.
Up to 999 histograms can be stored in the instrument.
The Scepter™ 3.0 has a wireless network interface which
allows you to send histograms and data files to your
Wi-Fi
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printer or computer easily. No more cables.
The new Charging Station stores Scepter™ 3.0 out-of-the-
way when not in use,
freeing up valuable hood or lab bench space.
This system is intended for research use only.
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Symbols and Safety Precautions . . . . 3
Parts and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Control Buttons and Screen Icons
Installing the Charging Station
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cell Counting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Cell, Bead, and Particle Suspensions 12
Histogram Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Help Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Firmware Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Storage and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . 18
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
