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D5:Unable to open file filename because of error: A Hardware I/O
error was reported while accessing filename.
The assay is set up to save data to drive A, but there is no disk currently in the
drive. This disk check is performed when the protocol flag is first recognized.
Ensure that there is a formatted disk in the drive and then click the OK button.
The error message will continue to appear until the drive requirement is satisfied.
E (message column)
If this character appears in the Message column of a report, this indicates that
the quench indicating parameter (SIS or tSIE) value was extrapolated from a
portion of the quench curve beyond one of the end data points.
Depending on how good your curve has fit the standard data points, the
extrapolated quench value for the sample may not be accurate.
Elevator down.
A Sample changer error has occurred. No action is required unless a message is
printed.
If this message appears on a printout, call PerkinElmer Technical Service.
Elevator up.
A Sample changer error has occurred. No action is required unless a message is
printed.
If this message appears on a printout, call PerkinElmer Technical Service.
Error in BGO spectrum determination.
An error was encountered during the acquisition of the BGO detector guard
spectrum while counting the SNC/IPA protocol.
Rerun the SNC/IPA calibration procedure. If the problem persists, call PerkinElmer
Technical Service.
EXT STD IN.
A Sample changer error has occurred. No action is required unless a message is
printed.
If this message appears on a printout, call PerkinElmer Technical Service.
EXT STD OUT.
A Sample changer error has occurred. No action is required unless a message is
printed.
If this message appears on a printout, call PerkinElmer Technical Service.