Eppendorf Mastercycler pro - Manual (Page 26)

Installation
Mastercycler pro
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4.3.5 Connecting the printer
The Mastercycler pro can be connected to a parallel interface printer in order to print protocols and
programs in text format.
 Connect the printer via a parallel data cable to the parallel interface (see Fig. 2-2 on p. 10) of the
Mastercycler pro.
A printer with USB interface can be connected to the control panel to print protocols, programs and self
test certificates.
Prerequisites
The USB printer must be compatible with the PostScript ® or PCL printer standards. Further information
can be found in the operating manual for your printer.
1. Us a USB cable to connect the printer to one of the two USB ports (see Fig. 2-3 on p. 10) of the control
panel.
4.3.6 Connecting the mouse
You can connect a USB mouse (not included in the delivery package) to the control panel.
 Connect the plug of the mouse to one of the USB ports on the right-hand side of the control panel (see
Fig. 2-3 on p. 10).
The mouse pointer appears in the display.
4.4 Shut down
Proceed as follows if you do not want to use the Mastercycler pro for longer than a week.
1. Load the block with an empty PCR plate(see p. 50).
2. Close the heated lid and flip the handle forwards (see p. 27).
3. Disconnect the Mastercycler pro from the power supply.
Do not leave the lid of the Mastercycler pro in an open position in order to avoid the block from becoming
contaminated.