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How to Use This Guide
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Chapter 5, Examining Spectrum 
Data
Describes processing and analyzing mass 
spectral data.
Chapter 6, Using Tools and 
Applications
Describes how to generate results using 
several tools and applications: the Centroid 
calculator, Elemental Composition 
calculator, Isotope calculator, Mass 
Resolution calculator, Ion Fragmentation 
calculator and Signal-to-Noise calculator. 
Also describes using the Macro Recorder 
and the Elemental Targeting Application.
Chapter 7, Data Explorer Examples Includes specific examples for Mariner data 
and Voyager data. Examples include how to 
improve the signal-to-noise ratio for 
reserpine, deconvolute unresolved peaks in 
cyctochrome c (Mariner data), and label 
partially resolved peaks (Voyager data).
Chapter 8, Viewing Voyager PSD 
Data
Describes how to view, label, and calibrate 
PSD data.
Chapter 9, Troubleshooting Includes symptoms and possible causes of, 
and corrective actions for potential system 
problems.
Appendix A, Warranty Provides warranty and service information.
Appendix B, Overview of Isotopes Includes background information you need 
for understanding isotopes.
Appendix C, Data Explorer Toolbox 
(Visual Basic Macros)
Describes loading Visual Basic
®
 macros, 
preparing data, and running the macros.
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