Bio-Rad Model 680 Microplate Reader Accessories - Manual (Page 3)

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Table of Contents
1. Introduction ............................................................. 1
Overview of Microplate Manager..........................................................1
Types of Files ......................................................................................3
New Features in Version 5.2................................................................4
2. Installation and Setup ............................................. 5
Instrument Specifications.....................................................................5
Computer .................................................................................................. 5
Microplate Readers ................................................................................... 5
Cables and Connections ........................................................................... 5
Connecting the Microplate Readers to the Host
Computer......................................................................................6
Attaching the Hardware Protection Key................................................6
Installing Microplate Manager ..............................................................6
Starting Microplate Manager ................................................................7
3. Getting Started ........................................................ 9
Menus, Toolbars, and Other Features .................................................9
Menu Bar................................................................................................... 9
Toolbars .................................................................................................... 9
Right-click Commands............................................................................ 10
Status Bar ............................................................................................... 10
Selecting a Reader ............................................................................11