A Instrument Overview
Benchmark Thermal Cycler User Manual
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1. Instrument Components
Figure 1 Front View of Thermal Cycler
Figure 2 Rear View of Thermal Cycler
Table 1 Functions of Thermal Cycler Components
Component
Function
Lid
Heats the top surface of reaction vessels to prevent sample evaporation and condensation.
Lid Knob
Regulates the height and force of lid.
Lid Handle
Opens and closes the lid.
USB Port
Connects to a USB flash drive.
Touchscreen
Views and controls the instrument.
Air Vents
Allows air to circulate into and out of the instrument.
Power Switch
Powers on (1) and powers off (0) the instrument.
Power Inlet
Connects the instrument to power socket via supplied power cable.
Ethernet Port
Connects up to 255 Thermal Cyclers to a computer.
RS232 Port
Connects the instrument to a computer.
Ethernet Port
Power Inlet
Power Switch
USB Slave
Air Vent
USB Port
Lid Handle
Lid
Lid Knob
Air Vent
Touchscreen