What does 'reference gain check fail' mean for Molecular Devices Laboratory Equipment?
A 'reference gain check fail' error in Molecular Devices Laboratory Equipment could be due to a bad or disconnected pre-amp board or excessive stray light. The power-up check of the Reference amplifier's gain is out of tolerance.
What causes signal level saturation in Molecular Devices SpectraMax M2?
Signal level saturation in Molecular Devices Laboratory Equipment during a cuvette read could be due to the cuvette door being open.
What does reference level saturation mean in Molecular Devices SpectraMax M2 Laboratory Equipment?
Reference level saturation in Molecular Devices Laboratory Equipment during a cuvette read could be due to the cuvette door being open.
How do I fix 'error buffer overflow' on Molecular Devices SpectraMax M2 Laboratory Equipment?
An 'error buffer overflow' in Molecular Devices Laboratory Equipment means there are more than 65 errors in the buffer. You should clear the buffer.
What does 'can't find zero order' mean on Molecular Devices Laboratory Equipment?
If the Molecular Devices Laboratory Equipment displays 'can't find zero order' on power-up, it means the grating motor could not find the zero-order home position.
General| Wavelength Range | 200-1000 nm |
|---|---|
| Detection Modes | Absorbance, Fluorescence, Luminescence |
| Light Source | Xenon flash lamp |
| Wavelength Selection | Monochromator |
| Microplate Compatibility | 6- to 384-well plates |
| Software | SoftMax Pro |
| Power Requirements | 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz |
| Shaking | Yes |
| Dynamic Range | Up to 4.0 OD |
Overview of the SpectraMax M2/M2e as a monochromator-based microplate reader with dual detection.
Identifies main instrument components: Control panel, Microplate drawer, Cuvette chamber, Back panel.
Defines absorbance, optical density, transmittance, and their relationships.
Explains the Beer-Lambert law and its relation to pathlength and absorbance correction.
Introduces fluorescence, absorption, electronic state change, and emission of light.
Highlights SoftMax Pro software for instrument control and direct instrument functions.
Instructions for unpacking the instrument, retaining packing materials, and checking components.
Steps for placing the instrument on a level surface and connecting cables.
Procedure for installing the drawer adapter for top reading of 96/384-well microplates.
Instructions for removing the drawer adapter when using specific plate types or bottom reading.
Provides a quick guide to reading a cuvette, including power, temperature, and wavelength selection.
Offers a quick guide to reading a microplate, including power, temperature, and loading steps.
Procedure for inserting, referencing, and reading a cuvette.
Instructions for loading a microplate, using SoftMax Pro, and removing the plate.
Introduction to optimizing settings like wavelengths, cutoff filters, PMT voltage, and temperature.
Contact info for Molecular Devices Technical Support and safety precautions for service.
Step-by-step instructions for safely relocating the instrument, including weight warning.
Instructions for cleaning the exterior surfaces of the instrument, including safety precautions.
Instructions for replacing blown fuses, including fuse types and ratings.
Procedure for manually opening the microplate drawer in case of errors or power outages.
Overview of error codes, fatal errors, and warning messages displayed by the instrument.
Details thermal and microplate specifications, and cuvette reading requirements.
Lists absorbance photometric performance specs: wavelength, range, accuracy, drift.
Lists fluorescence photometric performance specs: detection limit, wavelength range.
Covers temperature regulation specs: range, resolution, accuracy, and warm-up time.
Recommendations for high-quality, double-shielded cables for computer connection.
Lists various accessories for the SpectraMax M2/M2e, including validation plates and power cords.
Provides guidelines for cuvette use and lists tested cuvettes with their dimensions.
Guide to determining optimal excitation/emission wavelengths based on literature and scanning.
Definitions of key terms used in the user guide, such as Absorbance, Automix, Fluorescence.
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