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Table of contents Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) Table of contents 1 Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.1 Using this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 1.2 Symbols used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Table of contents Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 7 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1 Weight/dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.1 Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.2 USB storage medium . .
Operating instructions Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 1 1.1 Operating instructions Using this manual Read this operating manual completely before using the device for the first time. Please also note the operating instructions for the accessories, if applicable. This operating manual is part of the product. Thus, it must always be easily accessible. Enclose this operating manual when transferring the device to third parties. 1.2 Symbols used Symbol Meaning Handling 1. 2.
Product description Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 2 2.1 Product description Delivery package Number Description 1 USB storage medium with software and operating manual 1 Reader 1 Installation manual 2.2 Features The software and the reader enable RFID chips from Eppendorf dispensing devices to be read out and described. The scanned device data is saved in a database and can be opened at any time. The device data can be exported individually or automatically in various formats. 2.
Product description Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 2.3.2 Position of the RFID on dispensing devices without marking On the following dispensing devices, the position of the RFID chip is marked with a circle. Abb. 2-1: Position of the RFID on the Easypet 3, the Research plus and the Xplorer or Xplorer plus E as yp et 3 RFID Fig.
Safety Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 3 3.1 Safety Intended use The software and the reader enable RFID chips from Eppendorf dispensing devices to be read out and described. Eppendorf TrackIT may only be operated by specialized personnel. Observe the dangers when handling dispensing devices within the scope of the intended use.
Software Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 4 4.1 Software Overview Abb. 4-1: Eppendorf TrackIT main screen Fig. 4-1: Main screen The Device data data sheet shows the manufacturer's data, the factory adjustment and the custom data. The Calibration data data sheet shows the status and the results of the last calibration. Calibration data can only be entered and saved by Service personnel.
Software Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 4.2 Software version Current software updates can be found on the Eppendorf website. www.eppendorf.com/trackit 4.
Operation Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 5 5.1 Operation Reading device data Prerequisites • The reader is active. 1. Hold the reader with the LED directly located at the position of the RFID chip. • The reader's LED lights green. • A window with the message Reading device data appears. • Once the reading process is complete, the reader's LED lights blue. • The device data is displayed in the main screen. 5.2 Checking the RFID chip You can check whether the RFID chip is writable.
Operation Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 5.3 Changing and saving custom data Prerequisites • The device data has been read out. Abb. 5-1: Custom data Fig. 5-1: Custom data 1. In the Custom data area, click on the lock symbol. The lock symbol is open. 2. In the Value column, enter the data (in ASCII format). 3. Hold the reader at the position of the RFID chip.
Operation Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 4. In the toolbar, click on Write data. The device data is written to the RFID chip. 5. Confirm the message with OK. 5.4 Creating a data field User-specific data fields can be created. The data fields are included in a data structure. A data field is defined by the data type and the field length.
Operation Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 5.6 Creating a data structure Data structures are used for compiling data fields. Each dispensing device can have its own data structure. Prerequisites • Data fields have been created. 1. In the Configuration menu, click on the Manage data fields submenu. 2. Select New. 3. Enter the name for the data structure and confirm with Save. 4. Select the data fields and add them to the data structure.
Operation Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 5.9 Displaying device data All scanned device data is saved. The device data can be filtered and displayed according to various criteria. Previous data can be written back to the RFID chip. Abb. 5-2: Filtering and displaying device data Fig. 5-2: Filtering and displaying device data Prerequisites • No device data has been read out. 1. In the File menu, select the Open submenu. 2. Set a filter. 3. Select a data record by double-clicking on it.
Operation Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 5.11 Automatically exporting device data You can automatically export the device data for each dispensing device. The serial numbers of the dispensing devices are used as the file names. 5.11.1 Activating the export 1. In the toolbar, click on Automatically export. 2. Select the directory and the export format. 3. Confirm with OK. 5.11.2 Deactivating the export 1. In the toolbar, click on Automatically export. 2. Delete the directory. 3. Confirm with OK.
Operation Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) The following user groups are available: User group User rights Admin Read, open, write and export device data. Set language. Adjust reader. Create user. Create, delete data fields. Create, change data structure. Writer Read, open, write and export device data. Set language. Adjust reader. Reader Read, open and export device data. Set language. Adjust reader. 5.13.1 Creating a user 1. In the Configuration menu, click on the User settings submenu. 2.
Maintenance Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 6 6.1 Maintenance Cleaning the reader Wipe the reader with a dry cloth. 7 7.1 Technical data Weight/dimensions 7.1.1 Reader Width 35 mm Length 70 mm Height 10 mm Cable length 1.2 m Weight 46 g 7.1.2 USB storage medium Width 19 mm Length 35 mm Height 10 mm Weight 16 g 7.2 Ambient conditions Ambience Only for use indoors. Ambient temperature 0 °C – 50 °C Relative humidity 5 % – 95 %, non-condensing.
Transport, storage and disposal Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 8 8.1 Transport, storage and disposal Storage Air temperature Relative humidity Atmospheric pressure In transport packaging -10 °C – +65 °C 5 % – 95 % 700 hPa – 1060 hPa Without transport packaging -10 °C – +65 °C 5 % – 95 % 700 hPa – 1060 hPa 8.
Transport, storage and disposal Eppendorf TrackIT English (EN) 8.3 Disposal In case the product is to be disposed of, the relevant legal regulations are to be observed. Information on the disposal of electrical and electronic devices in the European Community: Within the European Community, the disposal of electrical devices is regulated by national regulations based on EU Directive 2002/96/EC pertaining to waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
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