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Biotek Epoch User Manual

Biotek Epoch
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Operator’s Manual
Microplate Spectrophotometer
Epoch

Table of Contents

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Biotek Epoch Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMicroplate Spectrophotometer
Wavelength Range200 - 999 nm
Light SourceXenon flash lamp
Power Requirements100 - 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Wavelength Repeatability+/- 0.2 nm
Absorbance Range0-4.0 OD
Plate Types6- to 384-well microplates
ShakingLinear, orbital
Detection ModesAbsorbance
SoftwareGen5
Bandwidth5 nm
ConnectivityUSB

Summary

Contacting BioTek Instruments, Inc.

Warnings

Hazards and Precautions

Electromagnetic Interference and Susceptibility

User Safety

Introduction

Product Description

Details the features and capabilities of the Epoch monochromator, including its wavelength selection and control software.

Installation

Unpack and Inspect the Instrument

Steps for safely unpacking and inspecting the Epoch instrument for any signs of damage upon arrival.

Controlling Epoch Using Gen5

Controlling the Reader with Gen5

Explains how to use the Gen5 software to control the Epoch microplate reader.

Setting Up Gen5

Provides basic instructions for configuring the Gen5 software to work with the Epoch instrument.

Instrument Qualification

Installation and Performance Qualification Procedures

Details the procedures for verifying the initial and ongoing performance of the Epoch instrument.

Absorbance Plate Test

Details a test using a specialized plate to verify mechanical alignment, optical accuracy, and wavelength accuracy.

Liquid Testing

Describes tests using liquids to assess linearity, repeatability, and detect optical defects, complementing plate tests.

Preventive Maintenance

Specifications

Optical Performance

Provides specifications for accuracy, linearity, repeatability, and optical parameters of the Epoch instrument.

Error Codes

General Errors

Lists general error codes, their descriptions, and probable causes for troubleshooting.

Assay Errors—For 2Dnn Error Code

Details specific error codes related to assay definitions and their potential causes.

Fatal Errors

Describes fatal error conditions that prevent the instrument from functioning and require contacting support.

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