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STAR User Manual
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The Microlab STAR is controlled by a dedicated user software program which controls all
functions for daily work routine, method programming, running methods, and other services.
The Microlab STAR and the computer controlling it may be linked in two different ways:
- By a serial interface (RS232), or
- By a Unified Serial Bus interface (USB).
The Microlab STAR automatically recognizes the type of communication in use.
The Microlab STAR requires a recent model of PC including a mouse, CD-ROM drive, high
resolution monitor and graphics (SVGA or better), 1-2 serial ports for a USB, about 1 GB
HDD and ≥128 MB RAM, and Windows 2000 (service pack 1 or better) as the operating
system.
To avoid any loss of data, we recommend a UPS (uninterruptable power supply) for the PC.
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The Microlab
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STAR User Software is the controlling software for the Microlab
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STAR.
It is a Windows
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methods, and then to run the Microlab
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STAR.
The Microlab
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STAR User Software allows the user to program and run different methods for
aspirating and dispensing liquids.
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Firmware is the set of instructions that are downloaded to the Microlab STAR by the
manufacturer to enable the instrument to carry out its functions. Normally, the User Software
is used to control the instrument. However, the Microlab STAR can be controlled directly with
the CoCo firmware protocol (CoCo means ’Communication and Control’). This is done by
controlling actions of the Microlab STAR with single firmware commands. Firmware
commands are listed in the 6HUYLFH0DQXDO for the use of Hamilton engineers servicing the
instrument.
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The Microlab STAR will be unpacked and installed and initial set-up performed by a trained
HAMILTON technician. The customer need only ensure that a suitable control PC is
available for installation of the ML STAR User Software.
Make sure that the Microlab STAR is connected to a 115 to 230 V AC (50 or 60 Hz) socket.
The Microlab STAR automatically recognizes any voltage within that range, without user
intervention. Select the appropriate voltage at the pump station of the needle washer. The
needle washer does not recognize the voltage automatically.