Operation; Using The Control Panel; Operation Keys; Status Indicator Lights - BIO RAD PTC-200 Operation Manual

Using the Control Panel

The control panel (see fig. 2-2) includes operation keys, status indicator lights, an LCD
window for displaying programming and machine status text, and a numeric keypad
for entering values into programs.

Operation Keys

• Select keys (left and right arrows): Move the cursor one space or option to the left or
right in the LCD window; during a protocol run, display time and cycle information.
• Proceed: Accepts a selected menu or screen option; during a protocol run, advances
the program to its next step.
• Cancel: Terminates a running protocol; during program creation or editing, cancels
the last entry.
• Stop: Terminates a running protocol.
• Pause: Pauses a protocol during execution; accesses Japanese Katakana syllabary.
• Instant Incubate: Initiates a program that sets up the DNA Engine cycler as a
simple incubator.
• Block: Selects a different block when using a Dual Alpha
block screens and the Main Menu in the LCD window during a protocol run.

Status Indicator Lights

• Power light: Glows red when the DNA Engine cycler is powered up.
• Block Status lights: Indicate which blocks are in use; glow red when blocks are
heating and green when blocks are cooling.

Using the Data Ports

The DNA Engine cycler has three data ports located at the rear of the machine: an RS-
232 port, an IEEE-488 port, and a parallel (printer) port. See chapters 8 and 9 for
information on using these ports to network machines, connect them to a computer, or
print data.
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