Bio-Rad PDQuest 2-D Analysis Software - Manual (Page 11)

Section 2
Installation
2.1 Overview of Installation Process
The following is an overview / checklist of the process for installing and calibrating the spot cutter.
Use this to review that all the steps have been completed.
1. Install PDQuest software
2. Install PCI card in computer
3. Setup spot cutter and camera
4. Cable set-up
5. Power on sequence
6. Open Basic Excision Tool
7. Select Spot Cutter model
8. Camera focus
9. Camera alignment
10. Set cutting tip height
11. Microtiter plate calibration
12. Wash tube calibration
13. Install Fluorescent Enclosure (optional)
14. Switch to white light setting
15. System calibration
2.2 Installing PDQuest Software
The following procedure applies to new installations of PDQuest version 7.2 and higher. If you are
installing PDQuest version 7.0 or 7.1, see Appendix D.
Important Note: Install PDQuest with the "Spot Cutter Drivers" BEFORE physically installing the
PCI card hardware in the computer.
Installation Procedure:
1. Insert The Discovery Series /PDQuest in the CD-ROM. The disk will start up with the
"Discovery Series" Window.
2. Select the PDQuest Installer.
3. Click "Next" on the Welcome Screen.
4. Accept the License Agreement.
5. Click "Next" on the Readme Screen.
6. Enter Full Name and Organization and click "Next".
7. Select installation directory and click "Next".
8. Enable the “Spot Cutter drivers” as shown in the screen below.
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