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Introduction
The Scepter™ 3.0 Handheld Automated Cell Counter
(“Scepter™ 3.0”) provides a fast and convenient method
for counting cells or particles using a disposable sensor.
Using the Coulter Principle, the Scepter™ 3.0 does all the
work and rapidly delivers accurate and reliable cell counts.
The Scepter™ 3.0 quantifies cells based on size and
discriminates larger cells from smaller debris, unlike
vision-based techniques, which rely on object recognition
software and cannot reliably detect small cells.
A sample of interest is diluted, then acquired using
a precision-engineered, microfluidic Scepter™ 3.0
disposable sensor. In seconds, Scepter™ 3.0 displays cell
concentration, cell diameter or volume measurements,
along with a histogram of cell distribution.
Up to 999 histograms can be stored in the instrument.
The Scepter™ 3.0 has a wireless network interface which
allows you to send histograms and data files to your
Wi-Fi
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printer or computer easily. No more cables.
The new Charging Station stores Scepter™ 3.0 out-of-the-
way when not in use,
freeing up valuable hood or lab bench space.
This system is intended for research use only.
Contents
Introduction ....................2
Symbols and Safety Precautions ....3
Parts and Functions ..............4
Features 4
Control Buttons and Screen Icons 4
Battery 5
Installing the Charging Station 6
Getting Started ..................7
Date and Time 7
Bluetooth
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Enabled Printer 7
Wi-Fi
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Network 8
Gating Method 10
Display Units 10
Sensors ......................11
Technology 11
Attach the Sensor 11
Cell Counting ..................12
Cell, Bead, and Particle Suspensions 12
Scepter™ 3.0 Test Beads 12
Counting Process 13
Histogram Explorer .............13
Go to Home 13
Edit Analysis 14
Switch to Volume / Diameter 14
Scale Y-Axis Count 14
Exporting Data 15
Reviewing Saved Data 16
Deleting Saved Data 16
Printing ......................17
Help Screens...................17
Tutorials 17
DNS, IP, Mac
®
Address 17
Firmware Updates ..............17
Storage and Maintenance .........18
Storage 18
Cleaning/Sanitizing 18
Maintenance 18
Troubleshooting ................18
Error Messages 19
Notice 21
Specifications .................22
Contact Information 22
Technical Assistance 22
Standard Warranty 22
Product Ordering ...............23
Global Registration
Marks of Conformity .............24
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