Bio-Rad BioLogic Signal Import Module (SIM) - Manual (Page 2)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY
SECTION 1. SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Chapter 1.0 Introduction ...............................................................................................................1-1
1.1 Overview .....................................................................................................................1-1
1.2 Features ......................................................................................................................1-2
1.3 Unpacking ...................................................................................................................1-3
1.4 System Configurations ................................................................................................1-4
1.5 Quick Start Procedure.................................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2.0 Description of System Components .......................................................................2-1
2.1 Controller and USB Bitbus Communicator .................................................................2-2
2.1.1 Controller........................................................................................................2-2
2.1.2 USB Bitbus Communicator ............................................................................2-5
2.2 Workstation .................................................................................................................2-6
2.3 BioLogic Maximizer™ Valve System ..........................................................................2-11
2.4 Mixers..........................................................................................................................2-18
2.4.1 MX-1 Mixer.....................................................................................................2-18
2.4.2 Maximizer Mixer .............................................................................................2-19
2.4.3 Changing Mixer Capacity ...............................................................................2-20
2.5 Detection Systems ......................................................................................................2-21
2.5.1 UV Detector....................................................................................................2-21
2.5.2 Conductivity Monitor.......................................................................................2-23
2.5.3 BioLogic QuadTec™ UV/Vis Detector............................................................2-23
2.5.4 pH Monitor......................................................................................................2-25
2.5.5 Other Detectors..............................................................................................2-25
2.6 Valves..........................................................................................................................2-26
2.6.1 AVR7-3 Sample Inject Valve ..........................................................................2-26
2.6.2 AVR9-8 Stream Select Valve .........................................................................2-29
2.6.3 SV5-4 Buffer Select and Automated Sample Loading Valve .........................2-31
2.6.4 SVT3-2 Diverter Valve....................................................................................2-33
2.7 Fraction Collectors ......................................................................................................2-35
2.7.1 BioFrac™ Fraction Collector ..........................................................................2-35
2.7.2 Model 2110 Fraction Collector .......................................................................2-37
2.7.3 Model 2128 Fraction Collector .......................................................................2-38
2.7.4 Generic Fraction Collectors............................................................................2-39
2.8 Sample Loading Options.............................................................................................2-40
2.8.1 DynaLoop Large Volume Sample Injection Loop...........................................2-40
2.8.2 Model EP-1 Econo Pump...............................................................................2-42
2.8.3 EGP Econo Gradient Pump ...........................................................................2-43
2.8.4 Other Gradient Pumps ...................................................................................2-44
2.9 System Peripherals .....................................................................................................2-45
2.9.1 System Rack ..................................................................................................2-45
2.9.2 Starter Kit .......................................................................................................2-47
2.9.3 Fittings Kit, including Tubing Kit .....................................................................2-47
2.9.4 Fittings Tightener............................................................................................2-48
2.9.5 Backpressure Regulator.................................................................................2-49
2.9.6 Signal Import Module (SIM) ...........................................................................2-50
2.9.7 Pump Kits.......................................................................................................2-51
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