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October 24, 2007 9:40 am, 44343363 D 03 Overview.fm

Chapter 1 Dual 96 Sample Block Module Overview

1-2 GeneAmp PCR System 9700 Dual 96 Sample Block Module User Guide

About the Dual 96 Sample Block Module

What It Does

The GeneAmp

PCR System 9700 amplifies nucleic acids using the polymerase

chain reaction (PCR) process.

Sample block modules are interchangeable. You can, for example, remove a 384-well

Sample Block Module and replace it with the Dual 96 Sample Block Module. This

interchangeable module design allows you to change sample well formats as well as

throughput capacity.

Compatible

Software

Interchanging sample block modules may require a firmware change. If the sample

block module is placed on a base module running an earlier software version, the

instrument will not operate correctly. To upgrade the base module software, use the

floppy disk that is shipped with the Dual 96 Sample Block Module. For instructions

on upgrading the software, see the GeneAmp PCR System 9700 Base Module User’s

Manual (P/N 4303481) or see “How to Obtain Services and Support”on page vi.

Heated Cover

The Dual 96 Sample Block Module comes with a heated manual lid. Simply slide the

lid back and forth into position. The heated cover slides over the sample blocks and

performs two functions:

• It raises the temperature of the upper part of the tube (the part above the sample

blocks) above the temperature of the reaction mixture. This reduces

condensation, which may have a negative effect on your chemistry.

• It puts pressure on the reaction plates to seat them firmly and precisely in the

sample blocks. This enhances heat transfer.

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