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The instrument has a preprogrammed micro-
processor that controls the assay steps and
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libration curve or cut-off value data are contained
on a magnetic card included with each reagent kit.
Once activated by the card, the microprocessor
tracks all assay steps and converts the absor-
bance values of the samples into concentration
units or cut-off values.
The QuikRead 101 photometer consists of an
integrated measurement well, three light-emitting
diodes and solid state silicon detectors. The
photometer has been designed and calibrated
both for photometric and turbidimetric use. If
necessary, the instrument uses all wavelengths
to determine the test result. The magnetic card
can hold calibration curves or cut-off values for
all wavelengths.
The liquid crystal display (LCD) provides the
user with messages and prompts for performing
each assay step, and gives test results and error
messages.
The integrated magnetic card reader system is
modes.
The instrument is powered by a power supply
supplied with the instrument. In addition to the
power supply, the instrument can use batteries
as a power source. If batteries are used, the
power supply cable must be detached from the
back of the instrument. Although batteries can be
left inside the instrument when the instrument is
used with the power supply, it is recommended
that the batteries be removed when they are not
used. An internal switch inside the cable connec-
tor will switch automatically from battery-powered
use to mains-powered use. For instructions on
installing batteries, see Appendix D.
The instrument has a built-in serial RS-232C
connection. The connector type is male D9.
in Appendix E, test results can be transferred
to a serial printer or to a computer system.
from your local supplier.
The instrument has a built-in Ethernet T Base
10/100 connection for future applications.
The instrument has a built-in connection for a
bar code reader. The connector type is 6-pin
mini-DIN / PS2. This connector must not be
used for other purposes because the operating
voltage for the bar code reader is supplied via
the connector pins. This voltage can damage
other instruments.
The bar code reader is used to couple the
assay results with patient and, optionally, operator
for connecting the QuikRead 101 Instrument to a
Laboratory or Hospital Information System. For
more information contact your local supplier.
QuikLink products are:
Cat. No. 06109
A 1 ml buffer dispenser is included in the
instrument package. Always use a separate
dispenser for different QuikRead assays to avoid
contamination. The dispenser carton contains
small colour coded analyte stickers for marking
the dispensers. For specific instructions for
the dispenser, see QuikRead 1 ml Dispenser
Operating Manual.