Declaration of Conformity >> This instrument meets the requirements for ANSI/UL 61010-1 and CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1. The following standards were applied: IEC/EN 61326 (EMC) and IEC/EN 61010-1 (Safety). The user is responsible for providing a compatible electromagnetic environment in order for the device to perform as intended. Do not use this device in close proximity to sources of strong electromagnetic radiation, (e.g., unshielded intentional RF sources), as these can interfere with proper operation.
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Thank you >> Included Equipment & Symbols Used >> Thank you for purchasing the Maestro Volt, Axion BioSystems’ affordable Warning Symbol in Manual Maestro Volt microelectrode array system for neural or cardiac electrophysiology. Please contact us with any questions regarding system operation.
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Recommended Set-up Environment System Set-up Instructions >> >> Power: Plug the Power Cable into the back of the Maestro and the plug into a wall outlet. The Maestro contains very sensitive electronic equipment that may pick up external WARNING: To avoid the RISK of electric shock, this equipment must only be environmental interference (e.g., table bumps, cell phone signals, power outlet emissions, etc.).
Power Button: Turns the system on/off. The system will take a minute Plate Button to boot up or shut down. • Plate Button: Docks and undocks Axion plates. The button color indicates AxIS mode (ready, recording, stimulating, error). Door: Opens automatically when the plate is ejected. To open or close •...
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Working with the Plate Chamber Plate Chamber >> >> • Plate A1 Notch: Proper orientation of plate with A1 notch in top left. Pogo Pin Connector: Connects plate to Maestro electronics. • • Heater Plate: Maintains temperature throughout experiment. Refer to the AxIS Navigator User Guide for details.
Working with the Back Panel Back Panel >> >> • Mains Power Switch - Used only when unplugging the system. Must be in the “l” position for the system to power up. • Input - To connect CO to supply. CO2 Input •...
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For MEA experiments, push the play button in AxIS Navigator to display Green pulsing Maestro is streaming with plate cellular activity. For detailed instructions on using the Maestro Volt for MEA experiments, please review the AxIS Navigator user guide, which can be found Red pulsing in the AxIS Navigator Help menu.
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications >> >> Environmental Controls Operating Environment Recomended CO Pressure: 15 psi (1 bar, 0.1 MPa) Temperature: 20-32°C Max CO Pressure: 30 psi (2 bar, 0.2 MPa) Max Relative Humidity: up to 80% Temperature Range: Ambient + 7°C to 46°C Altitude: up to 2000m Temperature Resolution:...
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Technical Specifications Technical Specifications >> >> System Neural and Cardiac Stimulation Device Storage: 500 GB Stimulation Voltage (max): +/- 1.2 V Networking and Communication: Ethernet (1Gb/s) Stimulation Current (max): +/- 250 µA Experiment Management: Automatic Barcode-based Plate Tracking Simultaneous Stimulation Lanes: 0 - 10% CO +/-0.1% Built-In Environment Chamber:...
User Serviceable Parts • Filter type: 0.20 µm hydrophobic PTFE filter (Millipore Sigma SLFGL25BS) The Pogo Pins and external air filter are the only user serviceable parts. Please contact Axion Support at support@axionbio.com or 404-477-2557 for any other maintenance. Storage When the Maestro is not in use, leave the Smart Plate engaged with the door closed.
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