Agilent Technologies MX3005P - User Manual

Mx3000P and Mx3005P QPCR Systems
Setup and User’s Guide

Summary

Setting Up the System

Locating the Instrument

Unpacking the Instrument

Installing the Fuse

Connecting the Instrument to the PC

Configuring PC and Installing Software

Installing USB Drivers

Installing MxPro QPCR Software

Steps for installing the MxPro QPCR software.

Selecting Installation Type

Software Activation

Database Selection

MxPro Software Login

Change Default Password

Performing the Instrument Qualification Test Run

Preparing the Qualification Test Plate

Instructions for preparing the test plate for the qualification run.

Starting the Instrument Qualification Test

Loading the Plate and Starting the Run

Analyzing Qualification Test Results

Handling Check Results

Hardware Information and Specifications

Hardware Specifications

Detailed specifications of the Mx3000P/Mx3005P QPCR system hardware.

Cautions and Warnings

Other Warnings

Instrument Status Indicator LEDs

LED Status Meanings

Explanation of the meanings of the instrument's status indicator LEDs.

Sample Loading

Thermal Block Hardware

Use of the Perfect Fit Frame

Application of Caps

Maintaining the Instrument

Changing the Lamp

Step-by-step guide for replacing the instrument lamp.

Replacing the Fuse

Cleaning the Instrument

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Software and Communication Problems

Solutions for software installation, communication errors, and instrument readiness.

Software Lockups and Instrument Status

Error Messages

Low Amplification Signal

Sudden Amplification Signal Loss

Signal Fluctuations

Unexpected Results

No Amplification Plots Visible

Troubleshooting Analysis and Output

Curve Analysis Problems

Signal Noise and Fluctuations

NTC Amplification Plot Issues

Low Fluorescence Increase

Fluorescence in Control Reactions

Agilent Technologies MX3005P Specifications