Bio-Rad Image Lab™ Software - Manual (Page 213)

Installing Optional Accessories
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The XcitaBlue conversion screen is held in place by adhesive-backed edge guides.
After the edge guides are installed, the conversion screen remains centered and will
not slide, even if you close the drawer rapidly.
Adhesive-backed
edge guide
Transilluminator
drawer front
Transilluminator
border edge
To install the XcitaBlue conversion screen
1. Perform a trial placement first, without removing the paper tape. Place the edge
guides in each corner of your transilluminator, as shown. The edge guides
should touch the inside of the drawer front and fit over the edge of the metal
transilluminator border (shown in red).
2. Remove the paper tape from the bottom surface of each edge guide.
3. Press each edge guide into position carefully. After the adhesive surfaces
touch, it is difficult to reposition the guide.
4. Calibrate your imager to use this accessory by going to Edit > Instrument
Setup. Select the XcitaBlue Conversion Screen checkbox under Illumination
Options. The software prompts you to calibrate the focus with height offset.
5. To visualize a sample using the XcitaBlue conversion screen, place the screen
between the edge guides.
6. Center the gel on top of the XcitaBlue conversion screen, and proceed with
normal image capture. Use the gel alignment template kit to center your gels
easily and consistently.