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Ver 0.0.5 ・ Read the Operation Manual before using LK-400 for correct use. ・ Keep the Operation Manual near the product for quick reference when needed. ・ The LK-400 option is dedicated to the Auto Slide Preparation System AS-410 series.
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We shall not be held responsible or liable for such accident and damage. ● Installing other software to the LK-400 PC may cause issues both to the software and the LK-400 software and other saved data. DNS is not responsible for direct and indirect damages or disadvantages to the customer caused by such action.
LK-400 Operation Manual For the safe and correct use Warning This sign means that failure to comply with the applicable instructions for correct use may result in death or serious injury. Caution This sign means that failure to comply with the applicable instructions for correct use may result in personal injury or material damage.
1-2 The process of section preparation ....................5 1-3 LK-400 data link diagram ........................ 6 1-4 Connection of the Auto Slide Preparation System AS-410 and the LK-400 ........7 1 – 5 Instruction on how to use the LK-400 ..................8...
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LK-400 Operation Manual 7 – 2 – 4 Start sectioning ........................ 34 8 Troubleshooting ......................... 36 9 Specifications ..........................40 9 – 1 Specification table ........................40 9 – 2 Available characters for printing and slide printing range ............. 41...
Users can enter sectioning data or printing information, priviously set with the touch panel of the AS-410 Main Unit, with the LK-400 system installed in the designated PC, and monitor automated sectioning process. This extension package enables coordinated automatic section preparation operation between the external systam and the AS-410.
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LK-400 Operation Manual Printing on slides ④ The AS-410 acquires the contents of the data registered for each sample in the LK-400 PC, and automatically prints it on the slide glass (sample number, name, QR code, etc.). Data matching check ⑤...
LK-400 Operation Manual 1 – 4 Connection of the Auto Slide Preparation System AS-410 and the LK-400 Main Unit BS-24 SS (Option) 24-Sample Feeding 400-Slide Feeding Unit Expansion Unit DU-100 FS (Option) BR (Option) Auto Trimming Sample (Sample surface Identification (Print,...
(3) Start up LK-400 Software. Log in, then select the Manual Input Mode. (4) Place the embedded sample cassette on the sample tray of AS-410. (5) Enter the necessary information in the LK-400 PC, e.g. sectioning condition, slide type, slide print, etc.
LK-400 Operation Manual 2. Connection method 2 – 1 Connection with the Main Unit The following shows the Main Unit (auto-slide preparation system) and the LK-400 PC placement. AS-410 Main Unit This example shows the System with BS-96, DU-400, SS, FS and BR options.
In case of connecting the LAN with an external system such as a server of the pathological diagnosis support system and a terminal PC,connect the expanded LAN port and the LAN hub. Expanded LAN port LK-400 PC (LAN connection) Caution ・ Some settings of fire walls or autivirus softwares may prevent the correct operation of the system.
2012.01.11,… 2012.02.25… Specified folder Dataflow of the LK-400 ① When the section preparation by AS-410 starts with on-line mode, the system searches the relevant file from the shared folder which is matching with the sample (cassette) code placed in the AS-410.
LK-400 Operation Manual After the slide preparation operation completes, the system creates the stored (collected) slide ③ information in the Running History. The Running History information can be saved in a specified file as CSV format. ⑤ The system creates an Error History if system error occurred during the remote connection. Such Error History can be saved in the specified file as CSV format;...
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LK-400 Operation Manual 【Data descriptions】 Control number :Serial number when the order is issued. (Initial value: arbitrary) QR code (print) :QR code number printed on a slide Sample number :Sample number Name 1 :Name Name 2 :Name Sample number :Sample identification number Block number :Block number of the sample...
LK-400 Operation Manual 4. The start-up and the configuration of LK-400 application The following shows the start-up and the configuration of LK-400 personal computer. 4 – 1 The screen configuration of LK-400 application The following configuration are the screen images of the controlled menu.
4 – 4 Log in The log-in screen appears after the LK-400 application starts. Enter the pre-registered ID and password to be able to operate each mode. Ensure that the LAN cable of the AS-410 and the LK-400 PC is connected properly.
4 – 5 – 1 Inputting sectioning information (Stain information) It is necessary to create a stain table beforehand to use the LK-400 properly. The information is installed with the optimal setting. In case if a user needs to modify the setting, please proceed with the following steps.
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LK-400 Operation Manual 3. The Add stain Information screen appears. Enter the following stain information. Stain Code : 0 to 999 Stain Type :The character inputted on the slide. Thickness :3 to 10 Glass Type :The slide name registered on the AS-410.
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LK-400 Operation Manual (2) Edit of the stain information 1. For editing the stain information, place the cursor on the edit line and double click; or click the edit line, then click the Edit button. Stain Informationcreen 2. For the stain information change, change the following information.
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4 – 5 – 2 User Setting The following instruction is to register, change, or delete the User name and the password of the LK-400 application. However, this process is available only when logged in with the administrator authorization. Click Add to add a user; then enter the user name and the password.
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LK-400 Operation Manual 4 – 5 – 3 Device Information setting The screen shows the system component (option) of the tissue slide preparation system of the AS-410 and the current system condition. Device Information setting 4 – 5 – 4 Running History The Runnig History shows the stored slide records of the prepared slides, e.g.
: Save the displayed file as CSV file format. Delete :Delete the specified history. 4 – 5 – 6 Termination of the LK-400 Return to the Main Menu, then click Exit to terminate the LK-400 application. 22 Auto Slide Preparation System Extension Module Package...
The System operates automatic slide preparation by clicking the Start once the data saved in the specified shared folder from an external system is read. Turn ON the power of AS-410, start-up the LK-400 application, and log in. Then execute the following procedure.
LK-400 Operation Manual Stain Code Identification code of the stain type Stain Name * Name of the stain type Thickness * Sectioning thickness(μm) Number of the sectioning sections Glass Type The slide type to be used Department Diagnosis department Client of the diagnosis department...
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LK-400 Operation Manual starts from sample No. 1 on the near right corner of the top tray and ends with sample No. 96 set on the far left corner of the bottom tray. Set the sample blocks on the tray from the position No. 1 to the next without skipping any position.
LK-400 Operation Manual 5 – 3 Automatic start 1. Click SLIDE PREPARATION (ONLINE) of the Main Unit touch panel. Main Menu screen 2. The preoperational check screen will be displayed. Check if the blade, tape, remaining mount of slides, dripping or application water and the humidifiy water that are prepared sufficiently for the process.
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LK-400 Operation Manual 5. Click START on the LK-400 control screen. 6. The completion dialog screen is displayed when the slide preparation is completed. Operation start check screen Auto operation mode (after sectioning info. acquisition) 7. Dialog is displayed when slide preparation is completed.
Turn ON the AS-410 power; start-up the LK-400 application; and log in. Refer to 4-3 “Start-up the LK-400” and 4-4 “Log in”. (1) Click Retry Mode after Main menu is displayed.
LK-400 Operation Manual 6 – 3 Retry Mode operation start 1. Click SLIDE PREPARATION (ONLINE) of the Main Unit touch panel. Main Menu screen 2. The operational check screen will be displayed. Check the blade, the tape, the remaining slide numbers, the drip water and the humidify water that are prepared sufficiently for the process.
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LK-400 Operation Manual 5. This screen is displayed after the data completes reading. Operation start check screen 6. Click START on the LK-400 control screen. Retry Mode (after the qcquisition of sectioning info.) 7. The completion dialog appears when section preparation completed.
LK-400 Operation Manual 7 Manual Input Mode The Manual Input Mode operation enables edition of the item, addition and deletion of the conditions for each sample individually. If the temporary folder ( TmpData ) has a sample data, the registered ∖...
⚫ System does not read the sample block barcode with the Manual Input Mode. ⚫ Ensure to match-up with the position number of the sample tray where the sample is placed and the sample number on the LK-400 screen. Make sure to correctly coordinate the numbers with the section condition data and/or print information.
LK-400 Operation Manual 7 – 2 – 4 Start sectioning 1. Touch SLIDE PREPARATION (ONLINE) on the touch panel of the Main Unit. Main Menu screen (AS-410 panel screen) 2. The preoperational check screen will be displayed. Check the blade, the tape, the remaining slide numbers, the drip water and the humidify water that are prepared sufficiently for the process.
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The following screen will be displayed after the completion of the checks. Operation start check screen 6. Click Start button of the LK-400 PC to execute the sample block check. 開始 Manual Input Mode (after section info. acquisition) 7.
(4) The system cannot operate the slide preparation: - In case if there is not a necessary file in the shared folder of the LK-400 PC or the file has a defect, save the file again. - Check if the screen display of the LK-400 and the slide conditions entry are correct.
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LK-400 Operation Manual 7) LAN communication error (Hardware) After the system checks the communication with the LK-400 PC, the left screen message appears if there is no correspondence of the port. Touch MAIN . When operationg with on line, start up the LK-400 application. If the system does not improve, check the cable connection and start-up the PC power.
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After an error occurred, clear the error of the PC and the data first. Shut down the AS-410 power source and the PC; then restart. If the error repeats after restarting the AS-410 initialization and the LK-400 application, the sample file data may have broken down or have a failure.
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No response from the PC for the slide storage data transmission. Unit: Remote PC Slide storage data. ・Check the LK-400 screen if there is an error. Symptom: Time-out or response ・ Restart the LK-400 PC application; and log in Communication error error.
9 – 1 Specification table Auto Slide Preparation System External Module Package – AS-410 series Product name Model LK-400 LK-400 exclusive PC : 1pc. PC stand: 1pc. Package Barcode reader: 1pc. (Handy USB type) equipments LAN cable: 1pcs ( Cross 3 m x 1) (attachments) LK-400 Software (CD): 1pc.
LK-400 Operation Manual 9 – 2 Available characters for printing and slide printing range Category Characte Note Category Character Name of the sign, mark, and symbol Number Space Exclamation " Double quotation Sharp Dollar Percent & Ampersand Apostrophe Left parenthesis...
The above conditions constitute the entire agreement between the Customer and DNS regarding this product warranty. None of our sales representaties are authorized to modify, extend, or add to this warranty on our behalf.
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