DNA Engine Operations Manual
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Meet the DNA Engine
®
Thermal Cycler
Thank you for purchasing a Bio-Rad PTC-0200 DNA Engine thermal cycler. Designed
by a team of molecular biologists and engineers, the DNA Engine will meet your
needs for a versatile, easy-to-use, reliable, and compact programmable thermal
cycler.
• Interchangeable sample blocks—the Alpha
™
unit family— that accommodate
many types of tubes, microplates, and slides
• Hot Bonnet
®
heated lid (or its remote-controlled version, the motorized Moto
Alpha
™
Moto Alpha unit) for oil-free cycling
• Intuitive software with easy-to-read interface for quick and painless programming,
editing, file management, password protection, and much more
• Choice of calculated sample temperature control for highest speed and accuracy, or
block control for compatibility with protocols designed for a variety of instrument types
• Space-saving design for easy setup and transportation
• Instant Incubate feature for continuous-temperature incubations
• Networking of up to 15 machines, for convenient remote operation and documentation
of runs
• Customizable factory-installed protocols
Using This Manual
This manual contains all the information you need to operate your DNA Engine safely
and productively:
• Chapter 2 acquaints you with the physical characteristics of the DNA Engine.
• Chapters 3–5 present the basics of installing and operating the DNA Engine.
• Chapters 6 and 7 describe programming the DNA Engine.
• Chapter 8 outlines the utilities available for the DNA Engine.
• Chapter 9 describes how to network and remotely operate the DNA Engine.
• Chapter 10 explains the proper maintenance of the DNA Engine.
• Chapter 11 offers troubleshooting information for the DNA Engine.
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