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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Introduction
The MP-225 is designed primarily for positioning patch and intracellular recording pipettes.
An extended version of Sutter Instrument's rotary optical encoder (ROE) is the input device
for the MP-225. The system provides for a synthetic 4th axis for diagonal advancement of the
pipette; and up to 16 different angles can be configured. Speed and resolution of movement
are easily selected with a multiple position thumbwheel, allowing fast/coarse movement and
slow/ultra-fine movement in 10 increments. Two commonly used robotic movements are
incorporated for user convenience. A single button press can initiate a move to a Home
position for pipette exchange or to a user-defined Work position for quick location of the
pipette near the recording location.
The display on the ROE provides position location showing all three coordinates. As all
controls are located on the ROE, the controller cabinet can be situated to a less-accessible
area of your setup, thereby not requiring that it occupy prime space in an equipment rack
1.2 About This Manual
The MP-225 Micromanipulator System is comprised of three basic parts: the controller (MP-
225), manipulator mechanical (MP-225/M), and a human-interface device called the ROE-225
(ROE = Rotary Optical Encoder).
In the next, few pages you will find a product description to help you become acquainted with
operation, followed by installation instructions, and then detailed operating instructions.
Please take the time to read these instructions to assure the safe and proper use of this
instrument.
This manual is continually being updated. If you encounter any areas you feel should be
covered in expanded detail we would like to hear from you. Please contact our Technical
Support staff with your suggestions (415-883-0128 or info@sutter.com).
1.3 Technical Support
Unlimited technical support is provided by Sutter Instrument Company at no charge to our
customers. Our technical support staff is available between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00
PM (Pacific Time) at (415) 883-0128. You may also E-mail your queries to info@sutter.com.
MP-225 MOTORIZED MICROMANIPULATOR SYSTEM OPERATION MANUAL – REV. 1.70 (20150316)
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