SureScan System User Guide
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The PMT calibration warning is set when the PMT gain changes by more than 20% from the
previous calibration value.
The laser calibration warnings are set when the lasers cannot achieve their specified power within
the warm-up period. If this problem occurs, the system sets the warning, and recalibrates the
lasers at 80% of their specified power. The Scan Control program scales the TIFF file to
compensate for the lower laser power.
If the next calibration is again unsuccessful, and the warnings reappear, contact your local Agilent
sales and support center.
To reset calibration warnings,
•
In the Scan Control menu bar, click
Tools > Reset Calibration Warnings
.
To run a self test
1
In the Scan Control menu bar, click
Tools > Self Test
.
The Self Test dialog box opens.
2
Click
Start
.
The self test examines various scanner subsystems to check for out-of-specification behavior.
After the self test is finished, a summary of the results is opened in your internet browser.
NOTE
To run a self test, remove all slide holders from the scanner. The Self Test
command is enabled when the scanner is
Ready
and the door is closed.
The self-test does not test all subsystems or specifications. For a full retest,
contact Agilent service for a preventative maintenance and scanner check.
