
Clinitek Advantus
Operator’s
Guide
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2. Connect the other end to the printer.
3. Carefully read the operator’s guide that accompanies the printer and
become familiar with its operation before using.
Connect to a Computer
You can connect the Clinitek Advantus analyzer to a host computer or LIS
(Laboratory Information System) via the serial port and a null modem cable, or
via an ethernet cable. Refer to Appendix G,
Computer and Printer Interface
for
cable requirements for interfacing to a computer.
Connecting Through the Serial Port
1. Connect the appropriate end of the interface cable to the 9-pin computer
port on the back of the Clinitek Advantus analyzer.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the appropriate port on the computer,
following the instructions given with the computer.
Connecting Through the Ethernet Port
1. Connect the appropriate end of the interface cable to the ethernet port on
the back of the Clinitek Advantus analyzer.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the appropriate port on the computer,
following the instructions given with the computer.
Connect to a Computer Keyboard
You can use any US QWERTY keyboard with a PS2 connection with the
Clinitek Advantus analyzer. Connect the appropriate end of the keyboard cable
to the keyboard port.
Connect to a Barcode Reader
A handheld barcode reader is available for use with the Clinitek Advantus
Urinalysis analyzer. Connect it through the PS2 barcode reader port on the
back of the analyzer. Refer to Appendix F,
Barcode Reader
.
Installing the Barcode Reader Bracket
A barcode reader bracket is supplied with the barcode reader. Refer to
Appendix F,
Barcode Reader
, for instructions on fixing the bracket to the
analyzer.
Installing a Roll of Printer Paper
Install a roll of printer paper and re-install the printer cover. Refer to
Changing
the Paper
‚ page 45.