Title: ( BIO-RAD LOGO-B/W) Creator: Twister Barcode Reader Interface Guide P/N 400-0174
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Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................1 PREINSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.....................................................................................1 Tools Required ...............................................................................................................1 Twister Setup Required ..................................................................................................
1. Introduction The Twister/Barcode Reader Interface Kit enables the Twister to use a barcode reader to read and record the barcodes on each microplate in the run. The Barcode Reader Interface Kit includes a Symbol barcode reader (which attaches to the Lid Storage Platform) and the software necessary to set the barcode reading options in each run.
2. Installation Installation Warnings WARNING • Turn the Twister power OFF before beginning these procedures. • Use only the tools listed in this manual to perform the steps described in the instructions. • Never perform any operation on the instrument in an environment where potentially damaging liquids or gases are present. • Do not loosen/tighten any screws or touch parts other than those specifically designated in the instructions.
Twister/Barcode Reader Interface Guide Unpack the Interface Kit Step Action 1 First, inspect the shipping carton for damage. 2 Remove all components from the shipping carton and verify that all parts are included. (See the Parts List below.) If any parts are missing, contact Bio-Rad. See Contact Us at the front of this manual for more information. 3 Retain the shipping carton and packing materials.
Installation Install the Barcode Reader The barcode reader attaches to the Lid Storage Platform. The Lid Storage Platform must be installed and configured before installing the barcode reader. See the Twister User's Guide for instructions on installing and configuring the Lid Storage Platform. Tools: Phillips head screwdriver Step Action 1 Locate the mounting bracket and the four #4 screws. 2 Align the four screw holes on the bottom of the barcode reader with the four holes in the mounting bracket.
Twister/Barcode Reader Interface Guide Install the Barcode Reader, Continued Step Action 6 The 25-pin end of the barcode reader communications cable has a socket for the power cable. Plug the power cable into this socket, as shown below. 7 Plug the 25-pin end of the barcode reader cable into the 25-pin end of the adapter cable. 8 Plug the other end of the adapter cable (9-pin) into port A on the back of the Twister. Then plug the power cable into an appropriate power source.
Installation Install the Barcode Reader Interface Software The Barcode Reader Interface software enables the Twister software to communicate with and control the barcode reader. Step Action 1 Turn ON the computer. Start Windows, if it is not already running. 2 Click the Windows Start button to display the Start Menu. 3 Select Settings, and then click on Control Panel to open the Control Panel Folder. 4 Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon to display the Add/Remove Programs dialog box.
Twister/Barcode Reader Interface Guide Start the Twister Software Step Action 1 Switch ON the Twister. 2 Double-click the Twister V2.0 icon on the Windows desktop. OR Select the Bio-Rad Twister V2.0 program group from the Windows Start button, then click on Twister V2.0. The Twister software starts, the Twister Splash Screen is displayed, and the software attempts to communicate with the Twister. 3 The Twister checks all COM Ports and attempts to communicate with the Twister.
Installation Teach the Barcode Reader Position Before the barcode reader can be used, the Twister must be taught the Barcode Reader Position. F The barcodes on your plates should be the same size and in the same location on all the plates. Do not mix plate types or sizes. Step Action 1 From the Twister Main Menu, click the Positional Training button to display the Positional Training window.
Twister/Barcode Reader Interface Guide Teach the Barcode Reader Position, Continued Step 10 Action 6 Save the settings and close the Positional Training window. 7 Click the Save Plate Data Button to save the current settings to the plate displayed in the Plate Description textbox. If the plate is the current default, the Twister will be updated automatically. NOTE You must now exit the Twister software and then restart it to download your new positional settings to the Twister.
3. Operation with the Ultramark The Barcode Reader, the Twister, and the Ultramark are all operated through Bio-Rad's Microplate Manager software, which is included with the Ultramark. When you perform a plate run, each barcode is scanned and recorded in a plate file in Microplate Manager. See the Microplate Manager User Guide for details.
4. Operation with an External Device This chapter provides general information about operating the Barcode Reader with an external device other than the Ultramark. The Barcode Reader enables the Twister to read the barcode on each microplate and log the decoded barcodes in a log file in a userspecified location. Certain device interfaces may offer other options for using the decoded barcodes. See the interface guide for the specific device for available options.
Twister/Barcode Reader Interface Guide Choose the Barcode Parameters The Barcode Parameters screen is displayed in the Run Configuration window. Use this screen to read the barcode labels on the microplates in the run and record the barcodes in a log file. If barcode reading is not desired in a run, verify the Log Barcodes checkbox is not checked, and click the Next button at the bottom of the screen to display the next screen in the Run Configuration window.
Glossary Extended Capacity The Twister with the Expansion Kit has a capacity of up to 80 microplates without lids, or up to 60 microplates with lids. Toppers can be used on the microplates without lids. This configuration uses 5 racks (4 Input Racks and one Output Rack). Lid A flat cover placed on top of a microplate to prevent evaporation and/or contamination of the samples in the plate. Twister can process plates with a lid on each plate or with a lid only on the top plate in the stack.
Index A Append to Existing File Option........................ 10 Assembly Overview ........................................................ 2 B Barcode Parameters Choosing ...................................................... 11 Barcode Parameters Screen.............................. 10 Barcode Reader.................................................. 4 Barcode Reader Position Teaching......................................................... 7 C Choose the Barcode Parameters.......................
