(Optional) Scan A Barcode Using A Barcode Scanner; Load A Plate Into The Instrument - Thermo Scientific Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 6 Pro User Manual

(Optional) Scan a barcode using a barcode scanner

The instrument is compatible with an optional Handheld Barcode Scanner (Cat. No. 4488442,
purchased separately). The barcode scanner reads Code 128 (alphanumeric), which supports
128 ASCII character barcodes.
For safety information, see "Laser safety"
1. Tap the Barcode field.
2. Hold the scanner 20–30 cm away from a plate or container label and aim at the center of the
barcode, then press the trigger.
3. Slowly move the scanning beam across the barcode until the scanner emits a high-pitched tone.
When the scanner scans a barcode, it automatically transmits the following information:
• Transmits the alphanumeric equivalent of the barcode to the Barcode field.
• Transmits other reagent information.
For more information about the hand-held barcode scanner, see the user documentation provided with
the barcode scanner.

Load a plate into the instrument

IMPORTANT! The instrument should be used by trained operators who have been warned of the
moving parts hazard.
CAUTION! Use flat caps for 0.2-mL tubes and 0.1-mL tubes. Rounded caps can damage the heated
cover.
1. Tap
(Eject) to open the drawer.
2. Load the plate onto the block.
• Well A1 of the plate is in the top-left corner of the block.
• If the plate has a barcode, the barcode faces the front of the instrument.
3. Tap
(Eject) to close the drawer.
QuantStudio ™ 6 Pro Real-Time PCR System and QuantStudio
Chapter 3 Create and run plates on the instrument
(Optional) Scan a barcode using a barcode scanner
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