Bio-Rad Bio-Plex Manager™ MP Software Upgrade - Manual (Page 9)

Differences Between Bio-Plex Manager MP and xPONENT
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Differences Between Bio-Plex Manager MP and
xPONENT
If you have used xPONENT software with MAGPIX, there are some differences in
how Bio-Plex Manager MP software works that you should be aware of:
 Adjusting probe height — adjusting the probe height is simple and
reproducible. The software uses the probe height adjustment plate to set
the probe height for the two locations in the off-plate reagent area and four
heights for consumables. These settings cover most consumables. The
height used in the four settings is indicated on the probe height adjustment
plate and in the Bio-Plex Manager MP User Guide.
 Start-of-day maintenance — run the Daily Start Up routine at the
beginning of each day. With Bio-Plex Manager MP, you do not have to
keep track of whether the instrument requires calibration and verification or
only verification on any given day. The software ensures that the correct
routines are run each day. The Daily Start Up routine also runs additional
fluidics routines if the instrument has been idle for some time.
 Recommended routines — the software always recommends a routine if
it is required for the proper running of the instrument. There may be times
when a recommended routine requires additional steps; follow these steps.
Next Steps
After you have completed the Setup MAGPIX wizard, continue with Chapter 2, An
Overview of Bio-Plex Manager MP .