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Instrument Settings - 8
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8 Instrument Settings
This section describes the instrument configuration and procedures to change a setting. Refer to Table
8-1 for information:
Table 8‑1 Instrument Settings
Setting Description
Adjust contrast
This setting adjusts the contrast level for viewing the display. Refer
to Section 8.1.
Adjust display
backlight This setting toggles the backlight level for viewing the display.
Refer to Section 8.2.
Set date and time
The date and time is initially configured during installation.
However, this setting will need to be adjusted during a leap year
and twice annually for Daylight Savings Time. Refer to Section 8.3.
Set time out length
This setting specifies the length of time the instrument waits before
the display automatically changes. Refer to Section 8.4.
Enable patient ID
The instrument supports patient identification (ID) for each patient
sample. Refer to Section 8.5.
Set operator ID and
password The instrument supports controlled user access using operator
identification and passwords. Refer to Section 8.6.
Set EQC frequency
Electronic Quality Control (EQC) is the primary quality control
mechanism for the instrument. This setting specifies the frequency
at which the instrument will require an EQC test to be performed.
Refer to Section 8.7.
Enable printer
The VerifyNow printer is an optional accessory. To enable the
printer, the software must be configured to support it. Refer to
Section 8.8.
8.1 Adjust Contrast
The contrast can be adjusted to improve visibility of the screen - depending on the ambient lighting in
the room where the VerifyNow instrument is located.
1. From the main menu, enter Operator ID and Password, if required. Use the keypad to enter
the Operator ID number at the prompt. Press the Tab key to advance to the Password prompt to
enter the password number.
2. Press the Maintenance key.
3. Press the Next key. Refer to the Appendix for information on navigating within the Maintenance
section.
4. Press the Adjust Contrast key.