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Evolution 200 Series Spectrophotometers
Using the Spectrophotometer
Thermo Scientific Evolution 200 Series User Guide 127
All instrument features can be run from the computer using our INSIGHT software. Basic
operations such as powering the spectrophotometer on and off, measuring a sample or
baseline and running predefined macros can also be performed from the instrument keypad
(see Keypad Operation).
Related Topics
Setting up a Computer Control Instrument
Turning off a Computer Control Instrument
Local Control Instruments
Setting up a Computer Control Instrument
Y To set up a Computer Control instrument
1. Connect the supplied USB cable to the Computer port on the back of the
spectrophotometer.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB port on the back of the computer.
3. Turn on the spectrophotometer main power switch (on the back panel).
4. If the main power switch is already on, press the Power button on the keypad.
Wait for the system to initialize. This may take several minutes. The power indicator on
the keypad stops blinking when initialization is complete.
5. Turn on the remote computer.
6. Double-click the INSIGHT desktop icon to start the software.
Related Topics
Turning off a Computer Control Instrument
Local Control Instruments
Turning off a Computer Control Instrument
Y To turn off the instrument
1. Close INSIGHT software.
2. Hold down the Power button on the keypad for 4 seconds.
Note If the instrument fails to initialize, the power indicator blinks rapidly. Contact us.
Tip For routine use, leave the power switch on the instrument back panel in the On
position and use the Power button on the keypad to turn the instrument on and off (press
and hold the keypad Power button 4 seconds to power off).
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