MultiGene Thermal Cycler
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3.6 Key Entry System
Note that the alphanumeric keys are assigned multiple characters, selectable by repeatedly
pressing the key to cycle through the available characters. The highlighted character or
number will automatically be entered into the name of a newly created or edited Protocol
(or User) after a very short period of time, if users don’t continue to press the key.
Key No.
Key Representation
0
0, space, +, =, <, >, &, (, ), %
1
1, . , , ,-, ?, ‘, #, : , ; ,/
2
A, B, C, a, b, c, 2
3
D, E, F, d, e, f, 3
4
G, H, I, g, h, i, 4
5
J, K, L, j, k, l, 5
6
M, N, O, m, n, o, 6
7
P, Q, R, S, p, q, r, s, 7
8
T, U, V, t, u, v, 8
9
W, X, Y, Z, w, x, y, z, 9
3.7 Loading the Reaction Vessel
For the optimal performance of the MultiGene, we recommend Labnet tubes and plates.
The recommended sample volume for 0.2 ml tubes or 96-well plates is 5-100ul, while the
0.5 ml tubes is 50-200ul. If using the heated lid with 96 well plates it is highly
recommended to use a Silicone Compression Mat ( Labnet TC96-CM-10, Axygen
521-01-601) to assist in placing even pressure on the plates.
Note: To avoid deformation of the sample tubes or Strips, it’s important to load at least
one tube in each of the four corners and at least four tubes in the center of the block, this
will distribute the pressure evenly throughout the surface.
