User guide
Table Of Contents
- QuantStudio 3D Digital PCR System User Guide (Pub. no. MAN0007720 Rev. C.0)
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- About this guide
- Chapter 1. Getting Started
- About the QuantStudio® 3D Digital PCR System
- Operating the instrument
- Prepare the QuantStudio® 3D Digital PCR System for use
- Connect the QuantStudio® 3D Instrument to a network
- Connect the QuantStudio® 3D AnalysisSuite™ Software
- Chapter 2. Prepare Samples and Load Reactions
- Chapter 3. Perform the PCR
- Chapter 4. Analyze the Prepared Chips
- Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
- Appendix A. Maintenance
- Appendix B. Networking
- Appendix C. Parts and Materials
- Appendix D. Specifications and Layout
- Appendix E. Safety
- Documentation and support
- Back Cover
Choose the instrument locations
Placement of the QuantStudio
®
3D Digital PCR Instrument and ProFlex
™
2x Flat PCR
System (or Dual Flat Block GeneAmp
®
PCR System 9700) can greatly affect their
performance. For both instruments, select installation locations that satisfy all of their
specific environmental requirements. To prevent vibration, place the instruments on a
solid, stable, level surface that allows free airflow overhead and around the sides and
backs. To ensure optimal heat dissipation, keep all instrument ventilation slots free of
obstructions.
Instrument For environmental requirements, see…
QuantStudio
®
3D Digital PCR
Instrument
“Environmental requirements“ on page 112
ProFlex
™
2x Flat PCR System
ProFlex
™
PCR System User Guide
(Pub. no.
MAN0007697)
Dual Flat Block GeneAmp
®
PCR
System 9700
GeneAmp
®
PCR System 9700 Base Module User
Manual
(Pub. no. 4303481)
We recommend several electrical devices to protect the systems in environments with
large voltage and power fluctuations.
Power line regulator
We recommend the use of a 1.5-kVA power line regulator in areas where the supplied
power fluctuates in excess of ± 10% of the normal voltage. Power fluctuations can
adversely affect the function of the systems.
Note: A power line regulator monitors the input current and adjusts the power
supplied to the systems. It does not protect against a power surge or failure.
Surge protector
We recommend the use of a 10-kVA surge protector (line conditioner) in areas with
frequent electrical storms or near devices that are electrically noisy, such as
refrigerators, air conditioners, or centrifuges. Short-duration, high-voltage power
fluctuations can abruptly terminate the function of, and thereby damage the
components of, the systems.
Note: A dedicated line and ground between the systems and the building’s main
electrical service can also prevent problems caused by power fluctuations.
Choose additional
protective devices
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Prepare the QuantStudio
®
3D Digital PCR System for use
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®
3D Digital PCR System User Guide