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BIO RAD TC20 User Manual

BIO RAD TC20
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Catalog #145-0101
TC20
Automated Cell Counter
Instruction Manual
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BIO RAD TC20 Specifications

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BrandBIO RAD
ModelTC20
CategoryCash Counter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to the TC20 Automated Cell Counter

Instrument Overview

Provides a general overview of the TC20 automated cell counter's features and functions.

User Interface and Navigation

Details the color LCD screen, navigation keys, and the Home screen options for operating the instrument.

System Specifications and Accessories

Lists technical specifications, kits, reagents, and counting slides required for the TC20 counter.

Consumables: Dye, Printer, and Verification Kit

Describes essential consumables like trypan blue dye, thermal printer, and system verification kit.

Setting Up the TC20 Automated Cell Counter

System Components and Unpacking

Details the components included with the TC20 system and the unpacking procedure.

Setting the Date and Time

Instructions for configuring the instrument's date and time settings for accurate record-keeping.

Configuring Gating Parameters

Guides on enabling user-defined gates and image preview for custom cell analysis.

Automatic Data Export and Sample Naming

Setup for automatic image export to USB and configuring sample naming conventions.

Performing Cell Counts

Sample Preparation and Slide Loading

Instructions for preparing cell samples and correctly loading counting slides into the instrument.

Executing Cell Counts and Viewing Results

Steps for performing a cell count and interpreting the displayed results for live/dead cells.

Advanced Counting: Multiple Populations and Naming

How to count samples with multiple cell populations and set unique sample names.

Dilution Calculator and Result Printing

Utilizing the dilution calculator for concentration adjustment and printing count results.

Image Export and Histogram Analysis

Procedures for exporting cell images and viewing histograms for cell size distribution.

Gating for Precise Cell Size Analysis

Adjusting histogram gates to define and analyze specific cell size ranges.

Saved Count Results Management

Viewing and Printing Previous Counts

Instructions for accessing, reviewing, and printing previously stored cell count data.

Exporting Stored Data and Images

Procedures for exporting previous count results and current images to a USB flash drive.

Deleting All Stored Counts

Procedure for clearing all saved count data from the instrument's internal memory.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

System Verification Test Procedure

Steps to perform a system verification test to ensure instrument functionality and accuracy.

Cleaning and Instrument Care

Guidelines for regular cleaning of the instrument case, LCD screen, and decontamination procedures.

Printer Maintenance and Firmware Updates

Instructions for thermal printer maintenance and updating the instrument's firmware version.

Troubleshooting Common Error Messages

Lists common error messages and their potential causes and solutions for user assistance.

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