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- Page 1 Scanner User's Manual www.microtek.com...
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Page 2: Preface
The contents of this manual have been checked carefully for accuracy, and every effort has been made to ensure that there are no errors. However, Microtek makes no guarantee as to the accuracy of the contents of this document and reserves the right to make changes to the contents without prior warning. -
Page 3: Fcc Compliance Statement
• Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 4: Safety Precautions
When you need a repair service, unplug the scanner from the power outlet and consult qualified service personnel. • When replacement parts are required, use replacement parts that are specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Periodically Scanning Electrophoresis Gels/Films ......22 Scanning Reflective Originals ............24 Scanning Originals Applied with Auto Focus ......... 26 Care and Cleaning ................28 Cleaning the Glass Surface ............... 28 Appendix ...................29 Troubleshooting ................29 Specifications ................. 31 Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... - Page 6 Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual...
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Page 7: Knowing About Your Scanner
With 48-bit color depth, 4800-dpi resolution, 0.01D~3.4D absorbance range capacity, plus high-quality and stable performance with a CV value of 0.5%, the Bio-5050 can accurately and stably capture the electrophoretic gel, transparent film, and rapid test strips images. It is the best choice for digitizing images related to electrophoresis gels. -
Page 8: System Requirements
Color display with 24-bit color output capability • 1 GB RAM or more (2 GB is recommended) • Intel Core i3 processor PC or higher with a built-in USB port • Microsoft Windows 10/11 (compatible with Windows 7/8) Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 9: Taking A Closer Look
Indicates if the scanner is ready to scan. Lower scan bed Used for scanning electrophoresis gels/films and transparent films. Horizontal ruler Used to measure the width of the document. Vertical ruler Used to measure the length of the document. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 10: Rear View
Rear View Names of Parts Functions of Parts USB 2.0 port Used to connect the scanner to a computer. Power connector Used to connect the scanner to a power source. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 11: Initial Setup
Step 1: Unpacking Package Contents After unpacking your scanner package, please check for the major components listed below. Scanner Power adapter Leak-Free Glass Holder (2 pcs) Hi-Speed USB cable Vinyl strips Power cord Software DVD Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 12: Step 2: Installing The Software
You must install all software before connecting your scanner. Always close any open programs and turn off Anti-virus utilities before installing software. 1. Turn on your computer. 2. Place the Microtek Software DVD into a drive. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver and software. -
Page 13: Step 3: Unlocking The Scanner
Locked When the screw has been tightened, this indicates that your scanner is locked. 4. Turn off your scanner. The scanner is now ready for transport. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 14: Step 4: Connecting The Scanner
1. Connect the power adapter to the back of the scanner. 2. Plug one end of the power cord into the power adapter, and plug the other end of the power cord into a wall outlet or other power source.. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 15: To The Usb 2.0 Cable
4. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the scanner’s USB port. 5. Press the Power button ( ) at the front panel of the scanner, and wait Power button for the lights to stop blinking and stay on steady. The system will detect your scanner automatically. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 16: Positioning Materials
Positioning Electrophoresis Gels/Films This procedure applies when you use the lower scan bed of the Bio-5050 to scan the electrophoresis gels or transparent films. There are two pieces of Leak-Free Glass Holders come with your scanner package, which are specifically designed for scanning electrophoresis gels and transparent films. - Page 17 • The Leak-Free Glass Holder requires regular cleaning. To clean, use a mild glass cleaning solution, and wipe the glass plate gently with a lint-free, lens- cleaning cloth to prevent leaving fiber residue. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual...
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Page 18: Positioning Reflective Originals
Positioning Reflective Originals This procedure applies when you use the upper scan bed of the Bio-5050 to scan paper reports, prints, or other reflective materials. 1. Open the scanner lid. 2. Place the original to be scanned face down on the scanner glass surface (upper scan bed), towards the front of the scanner. -
Page 19: Scanning Scenarios
Its user-friendly interface enables you to easily start the scanning process. Refer to the ScanWizard Bio Reference Manual for more details. The following sections provide various scenarios for scanning with the Bio-5050, including the following: •... -
Page 20: Scanning Electrophoresis Gels/Films
You can wait until the warm-up time is up and the scanner starts scanning automatically, or you can terminate the warm-up by clicking the any of buttons displayed in the dialog box. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... - Page 21 Settings window Preview window Scan area (enclosed by a red marquee) Scan Job Queue window Click Cancel to terminate the scan job and exit the window Click Skip to stop warm-up and start scanning immediately Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual...
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Page 22: Periodically Scanning Electrophoresis Gels/Films
Enter a prefix for the and time will be name of the files. automatically “Image” is the default. created under the location you Select the file format specify. in which to save the scanned images Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... - Page 23 If needed, create more jobs as you wish by clicking the DUP or NEW button. Scan Job Queue window File save location Subfolder named with current date and time All the scanned images will be named and archived in the location you specify. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual...
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Page 24: Scanning Reflective Originals
When you have completed the settings, press the Save button, and the scanner will automatically scan and save your image based on your settings. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... - Page 25 Settings window Preview window Scan area (enclosed by a red marquee) Scan Job Queue window Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual...
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Page 26: Scanning Originals Applied With Auto Focus
(enclosed by dotted lines) together with a default Auto Focus target sign appearing on the preview area. The Auto Focus target sign marks the area where the Auto Focus is applied to. Focus on an automatically selected area by system Scan frame (enclosed by dotted lines) Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... - Page 27 5. Click the Scan to button in the Preview window to start the final scan. This final scan process will include the Auto Focus function to make the image look clearer and sharper. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual...
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Page 28: Care And Cleaning
NOTE: Do not use any detergents, synthetic cleaning solutions, cleaning naphtha, or other solvents to clean the glass surface directly. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... -
Page 29: Appendix
(as indicated in the “Positioning Electrophoresis Gels/ Films” section of this manual). From the Preview window of ScanWizard Bio, choose “Transmissive“ from the Scan Material menu. Uninstall and reinstall the ScanWizard Bio software. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual... - Page 30 6. Having trouble scanning reflective originals? Make sure you place the reflective original on the upper scan bed properly. From the Preview window of ScanWizard Bio, choose “Reflective“ from the Scan Material menu. Uninstall and reinstall the ScanWizard Bio software. Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual...
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Page 31: Specifications
DC 24V, 2.5A (Output) Power Consumption 60 W Max. Power Supply Voltage Manufacturer Model No. (AC/DC adapter) AC 100V to 240V DELTA DPS-60AB-6 Environment Operating temperature: 41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C) Relative humidity: 20% to 85% Bio-5050 Scanner User's Manual...
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