Running A Protocol; Choosing A Stored Protocol To Run - BIO RAD PTC-200 Operation Manual

DNA Engine Operations Manual

Running a Protocol

Running a protocol on the DNA Engine

1. Choosing a stored protocol to run.

2. Choosing a block to run it on, if a Dual Alpha
3. Setting up the temperature control method.
Either a custom-designed protocol or one of the factory-installed resident protocols
may be run. See appendix C for descriptions of the resident protocols, which may be
edited to fit your needs (see chapter 7). All the factory-installed protocols are stored
in a single folder, called the <MAIN> folder, at the time of shipping.
Choosing a Stored Protocol to Run
With the Main Menu displayed, select Run, then press «Proceed». One of two types
of screen will be displayed, depending on whether custom protocols have been
stored in the <MAIN> folder or in custom folders:
• If all protocols have been stored in the <MAIN> folder:
The first of three or more screens listing the protocols will be displayed. Custom protocols
are listed first, then the 14 factory-installed programs:
Use the «Select» keys to scroll through the listed protocols. Scroll past the last- or first-listed
protocol to see the next screen down or up. Select the desired protocol, then press
«Proceed».
• If custom protocols have been stored in one or more custom folders:
One or more screens listing all the folders residing in the machine will be displayed:
Select the folder that contains the protocol, then press «Proceed». One or more
screens listing the protocols stored in the folder will be displayed. Use the «Select»
keys to scroll through the listed protocols. Select the desired protocol, then press
«Proceed».
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