Spectrum CE System Operating Manual
Instructions for Use of Product(s)
CE1008
Literature # TMD052
The Spectrum CE System is an automated eight-capillary electrophoresis instrument intended for separation and detection of fluorescently-labeled DNA fragments, including short tandem repeat (STR) markers. The Spectrum CE System is designed for use by laboratory professionals, including forensic laboratories. The CE instrument is compatible with existing five- and six-dye-labeled STR kits available from Promega and other commercial vendors. It is also compatible with the Promega eight-dye STR kits. The system supports automated analysis of up to four 96-well sample plates.
The system includes the capillary electrophoresis instrument, desktop computer, monitor and consumables. The instrument is controlled through a graphical user interface running on the system computer. The Spectrum Control Software (SCS) provides a simple user interface with a clear display of useful features including run setup, consumables usage information, and system maintenance reminders. The integrated RFID readers are used to capture RFID information on consumables for easy exchange and tracking of instrument consumables.
Summary of Changes
The following changes were made to the 4/24 revision of this document:
1. Updated cover image and figures in Sections 1.1 and 1.4.
2. Replaced pouch with bottle for Spectrum Polymer and Spectrum Wash.
3. Updated Section 7.3.
4. Added new Sections 10.2, 10.3 and 10.4, renumbering subsequent sections.
5. Updated the document font and made minor formatting changes.
Revised 4/24.