Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 6 Flex - Default Chapter; Table of Contents

Contents
About this guide .......................................................... 10
Purpose ...................................................................... 10
Audience ...................................................................... 10
Assumptions .................................................................. 10
User attention words ........................................................... 11
Symbols on this instrument ..................................................... 11
Contents of this manual ......................................................... 11
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CHAPTER 1 Getting started ............................................ 13
Differences between the QuantStudio
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6 and 7 Flex Real-Time PCR Systems .......... 13
About the QuantStudio
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6 and 7 Flex Real-Time PCR Systems ....................... 13
Data collection ............................................................ 14
Instrument filters and supported dyes ........................................ 15
Instrument hardware ........................................................... 16
Front ..................................................................... 16
Rear ..................................................................... 17
Barcode scanner .......................................................... 18
Twister
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Robot components ................................................. 19
Electrical protective devices ................................................. 22
Instrument software ............................................................ 22
Computer requirements .................................................... 22
Software installation ....................................................... 23
Third-party software ....................................................... 23
Instrument consumables ........................................................ 24
Interchangeable sample blocks, heated covers, and plate retainers .................. 25
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CHAPTER 2 Calibrate the instrument ................................. 26
Calibration overview ............................................................ 27
Calibration and maintenance schedule ....................................... 27
Calibration with QuantStudio
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Real‑Time PCR Software v1.6 .................... 28
Planned maintenance ...................................................... 28
About maintenance reminders .............................................. 28
QuantStudio
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6 and 7 Flex Real-Time PCR Systems v1.6 Maintenance and Administration Guide
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