Eppendorf Mastercycler pro - Manual (Page 60)

System management
Mastercycler pro
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8.4 Cycler functions
In the Cycler node, you can view and adjust the status of the thermoblock and the heated lid. You can also
retrieve the protocol of the last PCR program used.
8.4.1 Cycler system functions
The System node contains the cycler system level with the following function keys.
Prop. Display device properties.
Incubate Control the thermoblock temperature (4.0°C to 99.0°C).
Lid Control the heated lid temperature (37°C to 110°C).
Status Switch to status view while the program is running.
Protocol Display, export or print out protocol of the last PCR program processed.
The protocol contains a record of the temperature curve and the device settings. The
previous protocol is overwritten whenever a new program is started on the cycler.
Block Display block type, serial number as well as the date when the last validation and
calibration took place.
Restart Entry for maximum duration of interruption of voltage supply (mm:ss) after which a
running program should be automatically restarted. The program is not restarted after
a longer interruption.
Sensors Current sensor temperatures for the lid and block.
Validation Check block temperature control with the temperature validation system.
Calibration Calibrate and adjust block temperature control with the temperature validation
system. Only displayed if the administrator is logged in.
Using the functions Validation and Calibration requires the Eppendorf temperature validation
system (see Accessories on p. 85). For information on how to use this system, refer to the
corresponding operating manual.