Bio-Rad Model 680 Microplate Reader Accessories - Manual (Page 37)

Chapter 4. Protocols
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In Multiple Plate Protocols, the initial wait time only applies to the first plate in the
batch to be read.
Mix Settings
Mix Time specifies the length of time that a plate is shaken before the reading is
taken. Enter a mix time in seconds. The maximum mix time ranges from 99 seconds
to 999 seconds, depending on the type of reader.
When you click on Run, the reader will shake the plate for the specified mix time
before taking a reading.
Ultramark, Benchmark Plus, and Model 680 users can also select a Mix Speed from
the pulldown list (Low, Medium, High).
Reader Door Controls (Benchmark Plus and
Ultramark only)
Benchmark Plus and Ultramark users can control the reader tray door from within the
Protocol window by clicking on the Open and Close buttons.
Figure 19. Reader door controls (Benchmark Plus and Ultramark only).
Scan Well Command (Benchmark Plus only)
The Benchmark Plus reader can scan an individual microplate well across a range of
wavelengths at a minimum increment of 1 nanometer. With a Protocol window open,
select Scan Well from the ADVANCED OPTIONS menu.