Quadra 4 Operator Manual
Tomtec
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A new category has been added, called, "Liquid Containers." These are fixtures
that contain calibration heights as well as top steps so when programming a
function, the dialog can properly represent tip position inside the container.
4.4 The Touch Off Panel
The Touch Off Panel is a special feature that facilitates the accurate depicting of the
value for the Side Touch Off Step control.
The process is as follows:
1. Open up the Quadra Utility, and position the tips in the center of the designated well,
with the tips just barely inside the well.
2. Close the Quadra Utility.
3. Enter the number of steps for Side Touch Off.
4. Click Test Touch Off to move the tips.
5. The tips will hold position until the user clicks yes or no to accept the value.
6. Click No and Repeat steps 4-6 until value is accurate.
7. Click yes to accept the value and populate the Side Touch Off Steps field.
4.5 Importing Plates-Reservoirs-Fixtures
Importing Plates/Fixtures is Quick and Easy. Simply click on the File Menu and
select Import Plates/Reservoirs/Fixtures.
Navigate to the proper folder and click Open to open that particular file.
A dialog box will automatically appear. The items on the left are those records
that are available in the selected file, and the items on the right are those you wish
to import. Click on the Add and Remove buttons to carry records from one side to
another.
When you are finished selecting those items you wish to import, click on the Import
button to finalize the procedure.