Post-Service Checkout Protocol
3-10 DSX™ System Service Manual
3.5.4 Module Calibration
Module calibration is performed to make sure that the coordinates for each module is
properly defined so that the pipette arm can move the plates as appropriate. The present
position of each module is indicated in the Module Calibration region of the Setup DSX
dialog box - Coordinate Calibration Tab (Figure 3-2).
To Perform Module Calibration:
1 Start Revelation, select Tools and then select Configure System. Select the
Coordinate Calibration tab of the Set-up DSX dialog box (Figure 3-2).
Select the module to calibrate by left clicking on it, and then select Calibrate
Modules. The program will prompt you to perform the next steps. The
following is an example using the left front drawer, but all the modules are
calibrated in the same manner.
2 Select Front Left Drawer and press Calibrate Modules. The drawer will eject
and the Arm will position itself over the drawer. The program will prompt you to
insert the DSX Coordinate calibration plate in the front left drawer.
3 Insert the calibration jig and click OK. The drawer will retract and eject again to
ensure proper positioning. The program will prompt you to please move the
arm to the front left drawer calibration hole and click OK when done.
4 Manually move the arm and pipette to the calibration fixture. When moving the
arm you should always grasp the points at which the arm and pipette are
secured to prevent bending/flexing of the arms. You should also be cautious
not to bump or move the drawer out of its proper position. Carefully position
the tip of the pipette spigot until it fits into the hole of the calibration jig. While
holding the pipette in the calibration hole, press OK when complete. The
program will prompt you to please remove the DSX Coordinate Calibration
plate from the Front left drawer. Click OK when done. The drawer will move to
the in position.
This process should be performed for every module as required.
Note: If it is necessary to change the X, Y, or Z coordinates; only a small
change is normally required. An integer change is equivalent to a change in
0.1 mm.
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