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Operator's Manual
For Research Use Only
Version 1.2

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual For Research Use Only Version 1.2...
  • Page 2 Quansys at: http://www.quansysbio.com/contact-us. Notes on Safety The Q-View Imager Pro has been designed for safety and will not cause any harm to persons or property as long as the user operates the device correctly. It is critical that the user read this manual in its entirety and train on the device frequently to ensure proper operation.
  • Page 3: Notice Of Warranty

    BRANDED PRODUCTS. ANY WARRANTY APPLICABLE NON-QUANSYS BIOSCIENCES BRANDED SOFTWARE OR PRODUCTS IS PROVIDED BY THE ORIGINAL MANUFACTURER. QUANSYS BIOSCIENCES ASSUMES RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION OF THE Q-VIEW IMAGER PRO TO THE END USER. Printing History Version Number: Date: August 2015 September 2015...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Placement in the Laboratory Temperature and Humidity Ventilation and Dust Space Vibration Q-View Imager Pro Setup Q-View Imager Pro Identification 6 Focusing the Q-View Imager Pro Light leak Check Acquire Dark Field Setup Completion Moving and Shipping the Q-View Imager Pro...
  • Page 5 Tray Operation Optical Description Computer Connection Q-View Software Introduction Chapter 3: Operation Before you Begin Cleaning the Tray Surface Loading the Plate Imaging the Plate Using the Qualification Plate Troubleshooting Appendix Q-View Imager Pro Specifications Operating Specifications Notes: Q-View Imager Pro...
  • Page 6: Installation And Safety Information

    PLACEMENT IN THE LABORATORY Temperature and Humidity The Q-View Imager Pro has a cooled CCD camera, which has to maintain a temperature of 0° C. The Q-View Imager Pro also has a fan at the bottom of the Quansys Biosciences...
  • Page 7: Ventilation And Dust

    Imager Pro as these can block airflow to the fan. Space The footprint of the Q-View Imager Pro is 26.7 W x 24.1 D x 45.7 H cm (10.5 x 9.5 x 18 inches). Ensure the space around the Q-View Imager Pro is free of chemicals that can spill or other equipment that can fall and damage the Q-View Imager Pro.
  • Page 8: Q-View Imager Pro Setup

    Q-View Imager Pro. To correctly setup the Q-View Imager Pro the following steps should be followed: 1. Place the Q-View Imager Pro on a clean work area. 2. Connect the wall cord to the Q-View Imager Pro power supply.
  • Page 9: Q-View Imager Pro Identification

    Q-View Imager Pro Identification Once the Q-View Imager Pro has been recognized, click Continue again, and a dialog box where the Q-View Imager Pro can be named will appear. When you are finished naming, click Continue to focus the imager.
  • Page 10: Setup Completion

    Q-View Imager Pro. In order to move or ship the Q-View Imager Pro, there are several critical steps that should take place. 1. Ensure the new location meets the requirements...
  • Page 11: Chemical Safety

    Q-View Imager Pro 12. Place the glass cover, glass, and cords into the box 13. If disposal of the Q-View Imager Pro is needed contact Quansys Biosciences for assistance. CHEMICAL SAFETY The only chemicals used with the Q-View Imager Pro are deposited within the wells of the plate, which is placed on the tray.
  • Page 12: Electrical Considerations

    Software is closed on the PC. Make sure the USB cord is unplugged and the device is powered off by the switch on the back of the Q-View Imager Pro. At this point, it is safe to remove the power cord.
  • Page 13: Power Switch

    Pro. This USB 2.0 cord should only be unplugged from the Q-View Imager Pro once Q-View Software is closed and the Q-View Imager Pro is powered off. Power Switch The power switch is located on the back of the device above the power plug receptacle and the fuse box.
  • Page 14: Chapter 2: System Overview

    The only control on the front of the device is the tray button. The tray button can glow three different colors. Green: The Q-View Imager Pro is on, connected to the Q-View Software, and the tray can be opened. Yellow: The Q-View Imager Pro is acquiring images, and the tray is locked.
  • Page 15: Back

    The tray is opened by pressing the tray button on the front of the Q-View Imager Pro. The tray will not open if Q-View Software is not running, the power is turned off, or a plate is currently being imaged. Once the...
  • Page 16: Optical Description

    Once passed the glass, the camera will image the bottom of the plate. COMPUTER CONNECTION The Q-View Imager Pro is connected to the PC via a USB cable. Do not unplug either end of the USB cable without powering down the Q-View Imager Pro and closing Q-View Software on the PC.
  • Page 17 Options Reviews how to manage and adjust image options in Q-View Software. Part 8: Placing the Plate overlay Shows how to place the plate overlay. Please contact technical support staff techsupp@quansysbio.com for more assistance with Q-View Software. Q-View Imager Pro...
  • Page 18: Chapter 3: Operation

    Do not push or apply pressure on the tray while it is in the opening or resting position. This will adversely affect the performance of the tray as well as the alignment with the lens and camera. Quansys Biosciences...
  • Page 19: Imaging The Plate

    The user then sets the Q-Plex plate in the tray with the well A1 in the top left corner of the tray when facing the Q-View Imager Pro. Make sure the plate recesses into the glass cover and rests flat on the glass on all edges of the plate.
  • Page 20: Using The Qualification Plate

    Q-View Imager Pro. To purchase or learn more about the Q-View Qualification Plate, please contact Quansys sales or technical support. TROUBLESHOOTING To resolve any issue with the Q-View Imager Pro, please contact Quansys Biosciences...
  • Page 21 Open Q-View tray Pro is not Software. If that fails, powered on ensure drivers are installed and that the Q-View Imager Pro is connected to the PC and powered on. Plate images The Q-View Using the focus are blurry Imager Pro is...
  • Page 22: Appendix

    Appendix Q-VIEW IMAGER PRO SPECIFICATIONS Resolution: 8.3 Megapixels Pixel Size: 5.4 x 5.4 microns Sensor Type: Dynamic Range: 58.3 dB Optics: EF 28mm f/2.8 IS USM Lens Image Application: plate format with Chemiluminescent blots (7.6 cm x 12.1 cm) Imaging Time:...
  • Page 23: Notes

    NOTES: Q-View Imager Pro...
  • Page 24 A SPENDLOVE RESEARCH COMPANY 365 North 600 West, Logan, Utah 84321 T: 1-888-782-6797 • F: (435)750-6869 www.quansysbio.com • Technical Support: techsupp@quansysbio.com 101121GR...

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