The Innovate System Hardware User Guide
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2.3
Innovate.IM SOFTWARE
2.3.1 Innovate.im Requirements
Innovate.im requires the following minimum computer hardware
specifications:
Processor
1 GHz
RAM
1 GB
Hard Drive
100 MB free space
Graphics Card
Resolution Support
1024x768
Optical Drive
CD-ROM
Operating System
Windows 7 Professional, Windows XP Professional, Windows
Vista Business
Communication
Ports
USB, Parallel (if needed for printer)
Web Browser
Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher (optional)
Peripherals
Mouse, Keyboard, Monitor
Multiuser functionality requires the following minimum specifications in
addition to the above system requirements. All users must have full read and
write permissions for the networked folder where the database tables are
stored. For optimal speed, no more than four systems should access the
networked database tables at one time.
Network Speed
1 Gbps
RAM
2 GB
License
Needed for remote users not attached
to an Innovate luminometer
2.2.5 Reagent Tray
The reagent tray is placed on the right side of the instrument. A special
temperature control unit is placed inside the reagent tray in order to
maintain optimal reagent temperature and prolong stability. Please see
reagent kit insert for further details on reagent usage. Two washing solution
vials are placed in the reagent tray to wash the injectors daily during startup
and shutdown.
2.2.4 Injectors
The Innovate system has three variable injectors. Please see kit insert for
setting up injectors with reagents. The injectors are located on the right side
of the instrument. The tubing from the reagent vials is connected to the
injector ports using screw-type caps.
2.2.3 Connections at Rear Panel
The PC connection, power supply, waste outlet, power switch, and
instrument fuse are located on the instrument rear panel.
• USB port: Connects a computer to the Innovate system.
• Power plug: Connects the instrument to power using the cable supplied
with the instrument.
• Power switch: Used to turn the instrument on and off.
Note: Turn the instrument on before starting the software, so the program
can establish communication with the instrument.
• Waste outlet: Connects the waste container to the instrument.
• Fuse: Located next to the power switch in a black fuse holder.
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Fuse
Power switch
USB port
Power plug
Waste outlet
Instrument label
Injector 3 (Yellow)
Injector 2 (Green)
Injector 1 (Red)
Injector ports 1, 2, 3
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