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Assumes basic computer literacy and knowledge of laboratory techniques for image interpretation.
Guide provides introduction; comprehensive details in built-in help files and manuals.
Details compliance with directives for electrical equipment safety within voltage limits.
Outlines compliance with directives for electromagnetic compatibility for equipment.
Specifies CE mark and its meaning for IVD products.
Explains CE mark compliance and IVD usage for diagnostic devices.
Details symbols for Manufacturer, Caution, and Consult Instructions for use.
Covers intended use, operator responsibilities, and system requirements for laboratory use.
Advises consulting laboratory safety guidelines and regulations for equipment use.
Stipulates system operation by qualified and trained laboratory personnel only.
Warns about risk of electric shock from improper grounding of electrical outlets.
Alerts to personal injury and system damage risks with motorized focus drives.
Warns about explosion and radiation risks from gas discharge lamps used in fluorescence.
Recommends stable ambient temperatures and appropriate installation sites for operation.
Advises against exposing fluorescence preparations to direct sunlight to minimize stray light.
Notes software capabilities for enhancement but not correction of staining/FISH imperfections.
Recommends installation location with minimum vibration for experimental procedures.
Specifies minimum area requirements for system setup and applicable regulations.
Suggests UPS usage for voltage fluctuations, warns against connecting laser printers to UPS.
Details network requirements for connecting multiple systems using Cat. 5 cables.
Advises against changing system settings without MetaSystems personnel or experienced users.
Emphasizes protecting the microscope and camera from dust to maintain functionality.
Provides guidelines for safe cleaning of equipment using a soft damp cloth.
Highlights sensitivity of fluorescence filters to heat and potential irreversible damage.
Informs about availability of free software updates for one year after installation.
Explains camera warming and its impact on signal-to-noise ratio, suggesting heat dissipation.
Products consist of software modules, hardware components, and accessories in various configurations.
Neon is MetaSystems' platform for case and image data organization for all devices.
Details legal classification of MetaSystems products as IVD devices in different regions.
Describes two Neon product variants for client licenses and combination options.
Metafer is for acquisition of microscopic images using automated slide scanning.
Provides legal classification for Metafer and Relosys modules in various countries.
Describes MSearch for searching and relocating metaphases on slides.
Details MetaCyte system for analysis of cells and cellular parameters.
Describes RCDetect for detection and relocation of rare cells.
Lists various upgrades and modules for Metafer, including CometScan, VSlide, and analysis stations.
Lists accessories related to Neon, such as Case Data Management and Barcode Software upgrade.
Details accessories for Metafer like Automated SlideFeeder and AutoOiler Module.
Lists essential hardware: PC, mouse, monitor, and scanning stage.
Details specific camera and monitor packages available for Metafer systems.
Guides on starting Metafer software, connecting hardware, and initiating the first scan.
Explains selecting operational modes, defining search parameters, and initiating the search process.
Details how to relocate detected objects and load previous search runs.
Provides instructions for printing reports, saving scans, and properly exiting the software.
Explains microscope connection requirements and software support for motorized microscopes.
Details the step-by-step procedure for achieving Köhler illumination for optimal image quality.
Addresses common problems like system failure, power interruptions, and monitor display issues.
Troubleshoots non-responding hardware components during software initialization.
Resolves errors related to stage axis exceeding range and missing live images.
Diagnoses issues with dark live images and difficulties with manual focusing.
Addresses problems with poor image contrast and weak FISH signals.
Troubleshoots printout failures and warnings related to insufficient disk space.
Details common causes and solutions when the auto-focus feature does not work properly.
Addresses potential causes for poor image quality, such as artifacts or incorrect settings.
Provides specifications for system dimensions, including base plate options, and weight.
Lists permissible ambient temperatures, humidity, atmospheric pressure, and altitude for operation.
Details protection class, electrical safety standards, overvoltage category, and noise immunity.
Specifies power consumption, line voltage ranges, and line frequency for the system.
General| Category | Laboratory Equipment |
|---|---|
| Model | Metafer |
| Automation | Fully Automated |
| Type | Microscope |
| Manufacturer | MetaSystem |
| Application | Cytogenetics, Pathology |
| Camera | High-resolution digital camera |
| Software | Metafer software suite |
| Light Source | LED |
| Stage | Motorized stage for automated slide scanning |
| Scanning Method | Automated slide scanning |
| Compatibility | Compatible with various slide formats |
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