MSD MESO QuickPlex SQ 120 User Manual

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System Description
3.1 Intended Use
The MESO QuickPlex SQ 120 is for research use only. The instrument is not for use in diagnostic procedures.
3.2 Specifications Overview
The QuickPlex SQ 120 instrument offers high sensitivity and a dynamic range that exceeds 5 logs. The QuickPlex SQ 120 instrument is
designed to read both SECTOR and QUICKPLEX plates. The QuickPlex SQ 120 instrument reads SECTOR plates 4 wells at a time (24
sectors per plate). QUICKPLEX plates are read 1 well at a time.
The QuickPlex SQ 120 instrument reads a SECTOR plate in approximately 1 minute, 30 seconds and a QUICKPLEX plate in 2 minutes,
45 seconds. The level of multiplexing does not affect plate read time.
The QuickPlex SQ 120 instrument will distinguish SECTOR and QUICKPLEX plate types by reading the plate’s barcode and will
automatically read each plate accordingly.
3.3 Plate Compatibility
The QuickPlex SQ 120 is compatible with all 96-well SECTOR and QUICKPLEX plates.
3.4 System Components
A standard QuickPlex SQ 120 system consists of the following:
• MESO QuickPlex SQ 120 instrument (
Figure 3:1)
• Microsoft Windows-compatible notebook computer (
Figure 3:1)
• Notebook computer power supply and AC cord
• MSD DISCOVERY WORKBENCH software (installed)
• MSD DISCOVERY WORKBENCH User’s Guide (installed)
• Instrument Manual (installed and printed)
• Electronic test plate
• USB communication cable
• Instrument 24 volt DC power supply and power cords
• Electrical noise filter and power cord
• Uninterruptible power supply (UPS)

MSD MESO QuickPlex SQ 120 Specifications

General

Brand	MSD
Model	MESO QuickPlex SQ 120
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English