Drucker Diagnostics QBC STAR Dry Hematology Analyzer - Manual (Page 3)

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Preface
Contents
1 – Introduction ............................................................................................................ 1–1
Intended Use ...................................................................................................................................... 1–1
Principles of the Test .......................................................................................................................... 1–1
System Overview ............................................................................................................................... 1–2
QBC STAR Blood Collection Tubes ......................................................................................... 1–2
QBC STAR Instrument ............................................................................................................. 1–3
Instrument Self-Testing and Calibration............................................................................................. 1–4
Manual Structure ............................................................................................................................... 1–5
Getting Started .................................................................................................................................. 1–5
Use of this Manual ............................................................................................................................. 1–5
Conventions ....................................................................................................................................... 1–6
Symbols Used on the Equipment ............................................................................................ 1–6
Notes, Cautions, and Warnings ............................................................................................... 1–6
Summary of Warnings and Cautions ....................................................................................... 1–7
2 – Installation and Setup ............................................................................................ 2–1
Unpacking and Setup ........................................................................................................................ 2–1
Electrical Connection ......................................................................................................................... 2–1
QBC STAR Specifications .................................................................................................................. 2–2
External Connections ......................................................................................................................... 2–4
Printer Installation .............................................................................................................................. 2–5
Upgrading the Software ..................................................................................................................... 2–6
System Setup and Utilities ................................................................................................................. 2–6
To Enter Setup Mode ............................................................................................................... 2–6
LCD Contrast ........................................................................................................................... 2–7
Date and Time .......................................................................................................................... 2–7
Internal Printer .......................................................................................................................... 2–8
External Printer ......................................................................................................................... 2–8
Support .................................................................................................................................... 2–8
Set Language ........................................................................................................................... 2–9
Units......................................................................................................................................... 2–9
Shipping Prep. .......................................................................................................................... 2–9
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