Multichannel Systems MEA2100-System Manual User Manual
Page 42
MEA2100-System Manual
38
Opening and Closing the Headstage
Open the lid of the headstage by pushing the two rectangular panels on the left and right side
of the contact unit sideward. The upper part of the headstage swings open. The base plate
underneath the lid has either one or two slots for MEAs. Usually, each slot has a heating element
with a hole in the middle to allow microscope access from the bottom. If equipped for perforated
pMEAs, the heating element is replaced by a perfusion ground element with fluidic channels and
an O-ring. Close the lid again by pushing the panels back in their original position.
First functional Tests
Each MEA2100-System has been thoroughly tested at the factory site before delivery. However,
you may want to perform some tests yourself before you begin your experiment to exclude any
damage that might have occurred during transportation, or to fulfill your own guidelines, for
instance. Some of the tests will also help you to get to know the basic functions of the hard- and
software, like a short tutorial. It will take only a few minutes time and can save time and trouble
in the long run. Multi Channel Systems MCS GmbH recommends running these tests after the
setup of your system before you start your real experiments.