Bio-Rad Microplate Manager Software - Manual (Page 11)

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1. Introduction
This manual assumes that you are familiar with your computer and standard
Windows commands and functions, such as opening, closing, and saving files, and
moving and clicking your mouse.
Some of the features and functions in Microplate Manager may be slightly different
depending on whether you are using the Ultramark, Model 550, or Benchmark
microplate reader. These differences are noted in the text.
1.1 Overview of Microplate Manager
Microplate Manager is designed to collect, analyze, and output data from Bio-Rad’s
Ultramark, Model 550, and Benchmark microplate readers. It runs as a Windows 95,
Windows 98, or Windows NT 4.0 application on a computer that is directly
connected to the reader. It features a standard Windows
®
interface, with pulldown
menus, toolbars, and keyboard shortcuts.
Using Microplate Manager, you first select the type of reading you want to perform
and specify the layout of your microplate. Then you capture your data using the
microplate reader. Finally, you display your reports and print and/or export your data.