Communication Requirements
The user environment must support the following communication requirements:
Server connection
Echo Liquid Handling Platform (Server Version 3.1.x)
Network connection
10/100/1000 BaseT
Network protocol
TCP/IP
User account
Labcyte (The client PC must have an account, with administrator privileges, that is accessible by
Labcyte Service and Support to service the Echo Liquid Handler system.)
Accommodating Your Echo Liquid Handler
The user must set aside the space to accommodate Echo Liquid Handler installation.
The Echo Liquid Handler
Dimensions
53.8 cm width x 74.6 cm depth x 91.5 cm height (21.2 x 29.3 x 36.0 inches)
Echo Liquid Handler working
envelope (minimal installation
requirements)
Top: It is recommended to have 25.4 cm (10 in) above the instrument to remove the top cover
for servicing.
Front: It is recommended to have 40.6 cm (16 in) to allow sufficient clearance to load and
unload microplates by hand or by robot.
Side: It is recommended to have 121.9 cm (48 in) minimum on left and right sides to allow for
serviceability.
The Echo Liquid Handler should have sufficient space to be rotated, otherwise
it will need to be removable for service.
Rear: It is recommended to have 30.5 cm (12 in) minimum behind the instrument to allow for
cables, hoses, tubing, and maintenance access. The coupling fluid bottle and optional caddy
fit within the rear clearance but can be relocated if necessary.
SMC Chiller Dimensions
30 cm plus fittings width x 34 cm Depth x 18 cm Height (11.8 in x 13.4 in x 36.4 in). It is
recommended that the chiller be installed within 121.9 cm (48 inches) of the Echo Liquid
Handler.
Echo Client PC
Additional space for the client PC, monitor, keyboard and mouse.
Other
Space must be allocated for:
l
Any robotics in the system
l
Workspace for microplates
Note:
The instrument can be installed with a minimum of 2.5 cm (1 in) at the top if there is sufficient space to lift the top
and slide it all the way forward. Talk to your Labcyte service representative for additional details.
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