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1. QuickScan USER MANUAL ACC 131 P m Doc M120 0715 ENVIRGLOGIX il EnviroLogix Inc 2015 Table of Contents PAC IA GE CONTENTS ss ASS ASS en nn INTENDED USE Operator and Loca Read Test Clean Test Ak RR BR BP BP WN Reading Test Strips Interpreting Results Results Table DataLog BARCODE LABELS ERROR MESSAGES DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT QuickScan imager SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS Reading Multi Matrix Barcode Cards NO NN N NF KF KF me e ee e e e ked ked kd mn e O OO OO GO d GN GN Aa Ln Lh Ln Ln ND Ne il 1V Welcome to QuickScan from EnviroLogix QuickScan is a novel quantification and traceability system that combines the latest digital imaging technology with advanced mathematical processing Using a standard PC platform QuickScan provides rapid objective and quantitative results for a variety of EnviroLogix test kits Features of the QuickScan system include gt Flexibility in reading single test strips or multi strip combs comprised of up to 10 tests gt Per lot quantitative standards integrated into a unique barcode system for each test strip ensuring precise measurement across different manufactured lots and eliminating the need to calibrate the imaging device gt Instantaneous data storage where test results can be emailed printed or analyzed at any time gt A simple Microsoft Windows interface familiar with users worldwide and minimizing tra2. button A dialog window will ask if you wish to print DataLog rows or pdf Reports To set up a printer see the next section To make edits click the box where the change is to be made and edit the content Only columns in white entry fields are editable gray columns cannot be edited To save edits click the Save Edits button To save the DataLog click the Save button to select file location and name Select rows can be saved by highlighting the desired rows prior to clicking Save The existing DataLog in the QuickScan program will continue to accumulate data unless deleted in which case a new DataLog will begin If you will be viewing the file you are saving with Excel save the file as a csv file To create a new or revised pdf report save desired edits in the DataLog click a cell in the section from which you wish to generate a report then click Create Report A new report will be generated containing all rows of data from the same scan New reports will not contain strip images Original reports will continue to exist with the images Print or delete the DataLog by clicking the Print or Delete button To print or delete only select rows highlight the desired rows prior to clicking Print or Delete Orientation of the DataLog when printed Portrait or Landscape can be selected in the Settings tab of the Set Up screen If column header titles are changed or a new Language is selected see Set Up Settings
3. but is not recommended If this happens simply reinsert the carrier into the slide rails lifting the scanner cover as little as possible and gently push Place the strips into the carrier slot 5 The barcode on the strips should be placed face down and fit against the back of the lowest nested slot with the cut ends of the stri pointing toward the scanner Close the compression plate and gently push the carrier back into the casing 6 When loading a QuickComb for corn or soy testing horizontal placement of the comb within the carrier is unimportant provided the comb is loaded as specified above When reading single strips up to four individually barcoded tests can be read at one time Proper spacing is important so numbered positions have been etched into the carrier Load the strips using the step by step instructions above carefully placing them in the desired positions Place the first strip in Position 1 flush against the side of the carrier Place the next strip in Position 2 the third in Position 3 and the last in Position 4 flush against the other side of the carrier QuickScan will report strip results in the order in which they are placed from right to left position 1 to position 4 Note a misplaced strip or scanning error will affect the order in which strips are reported QuickScan will also read a comb and a single strip simultaneously Place the single strip in Position 1 flush against the sid
4. Labels section for a list of EnviroLogix test kits for QuickScan EnviroLogix provides test kits to detect such targets as proteins expressed by genetic modifications in crops mycotoxins algal toxins chemical contaminants and plant pathogens Interest in detecting and measuring these targets lies in many industries including agricultural biotechnology grain merchandising food and animal feed processing The QuickScan imager is not intended for any use other than reading EnviroLogix test strips or combs Using the imager in unintended ways may affect QuickScan s ability to provide accurate consistent test results INSTALLATION A member of the EnviroLogix QuickScan Team will normally be on hand to install the QuickScan system and train users in its application Installation includes uploading QuickScan software to the customer s PC if not purchasing QuickScan CS and connecting the PC and the digital imager All components required for installation are supplied see Package Contents If using an existing PC it should have the following minimum specifications gt 1 0 GHz processor speed gt Standard 101 102 key keyboard gt 250 MB free hard disk space with at gt Color monitor or LCD with 800 x least 1GB recommended for data 600 pixels and 16 bit color storage quality gt 512MBRAM gt Microsoft Windows XP gt 2 Universal Serial Bus ports 1 1 or Service Pack 3 Windows Vista 2 0 one port for the scanner or W
5. TC 13 8 Accept 2051 C3 CrySBt 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix AQ 036 TC 13 8 Accept 2051 1F Cry1F other progr ams when the 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix 4Q 036 TC 13 8 Accept 2051 LP PAT pa 5 KS R d N s 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix 4Q 036 TC 13 8 Accept 2051 34 Cry34 3 Quic can Cader 1s IN 187 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix AQ 036 TC 13 8 Accept 2051 3A mCry3 ba x gt operation The data file rs will be locked and all ER ore se eave Eee ess Fle EES Report Print Close subsequent results will be lost Use the DataLog button to save this file elsewhere if needed BARCODE LABELS EnviroLogix QuickStix QuickTox and QuickComb Test Kits are manufactured with QuickScan barcodes These barcodes are critical components of the measurement and traceability system Barcodes contain gt A product code that identifies each test strip gt A manufacturing lot number of the test kit gt Parameters for the lot specific standard curve used by QuickScan to interpret the color intensities of test lines on the strip and to quantify the result During operation QuickScan sees the barcodes before reading the test lines automatically identifying the information needed for processing The barcode is specific to each manufactured lot and incorporates changes in test strip configuration and standard curve parameters providing greater precision and reducing the need for on site system upgrades or re cal
6. digital imager with proprietary software Never attempt to dismantle the scanner There is a serious danger of a powerful electric shock Never attempt to alter the software Do not leave or operate the scanner in locations exposed to direct sunlight Do not store or use the scanner close to a flame Do not drop the scanner or otherwise subject it to strong impact oo ae a ol The QuickScan imager contains precision electronic components To ensure that scanning operations are performed correctly do not subject the imager to impact or shock while a scan is being run 6 Do not use or store the scanner in very humid places places subject to extreme temperature increases such as in direct sunlight a closed car in summer or extremely cold places places subject to strong vibration places affected by smoke or steam places subject to strong magnetic fields such as near motors transformers or magnets sandy places such as beaches or deserts or places where there is wind borne sand and dust 7 Avoid moving the scanner suddenly from a cold location into a warm location as condensation may occur 8 The scanner should be cleaned on a regular basis per the instructions provided in this User Manual ENVIROLOGIX LIMITED WARRANTY EnviroLogix Inc EnviroLogix warrants the QuickScan imager scanner against defects in materials and workmanship when used in accordance with the applicable instructions for a period of 12 months fr
7. test strip may have been impeded or failed A printer has not been selected in the QS configuration window or intended printer not been installed on PC Test strips have been placed in carrier incorrectly Connect scanner to host PC via USB cable Select Connect Plustek in error box if required Be sure to calibrate the system if the cable has been disconnected or host PC changed Check that test strips have been placed correctly in the carrier that the barcode is in place and that no debris is on the barcode or the scanning surface Check that the scanning surface is clear of obstructions and that the strips have been placed in the carrier correctly Press Read Test again Check that the test strips have been placed correctly in the carrier and read again If error message reoccurs contact EnviroLogix Tech Service Examine the test strips for proper flow Check that the strips have been placed correctly on the carrier Consult test kit Product Insert for proper kit operation as new test may need to be performed Make sure the intended printer has been installed on the host PC and then select that printer in the QuickScan configuration window Reposition strips and read again DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT QuickScan imager Length 223 mm Width 276 mm Height 33 mm Weight 3 46 Ibs 1 46 kg with carrier and compression plate 20 SAFETY AND PRECAUTIONS 1 QuickScan is a precision system that combines a
8. a user defined cutoff level When the Cutoff feature is used the program allows the user to select Accept Pending or Redirect as a default Action in the Results screen Cutoffs can be defined for each of the Mycotoxin test kits The cutoff will be applied to each individual result within the results screen even if multiple strips of the same test are scanned at one time Thus strips from multiple samples can be scanned at one time and each one will be compared individually to its respective cutoff Likewise multiple Mycotoxin test kits run and scanned from the same sample will be evaluated independently using the cutoffs for each mycotoxin For GMOs the defined cutoff will be applied to the Summed GMO result within the scan either for corn or for soy Thus when using the cutoff feature strips from only one sample should be scanned at a time If multiple GMO test kits from the same sample are scanned at one time for example a comb and a single strip the program will sum the results and display the same Action for each Please note to view the calculated GMO Sum this option must be enabled in the Selections tab Cutoff levels that are met or exceeded will be flagged on the Results screen in the Error column A user defined message such as the default Exceeds Cutoff will appear shaded in red Users 10 can change the default error message in the Cutoffs tab The Action column will display the default action selected b
9. an Titles Commenti w Sample ID Supplier Commodity New Titles Commodity i Note if you leave the New Titles box blank then the column is removed from the Results screen Do not remove the Sample ID column you must make an entry in this column in order to save or print any results Results Table Column Titles You can also enter pre defined drop down menu items for select column headers For example select Supplier and an entry box will appear next to Entries These entries will appear in the drop down menu for that column in the Results screen QuickScan Titles Supplier M New Titles Supplier Entries Seeds R Us Grain X Cornland gt The Result Text Size setting allows selection of font size in the Results table and DataLog Results Text Size 12 Selections Tab gt AutoFill selections rather than re enter the same information for each strip in the Results screen enter it once click Enter and the program will automatically fill all rows with the same information for you This feature will occur only to those entry fields you select gt The Record All Results setting specifies that strips with error messages are recorded in the DataLog and Report Setting Report DN DON E10 Weak Control No lines gt The Always Update DataLog setting will save all data to DataLog even if no Sample ID is entered in Results screen gt The Sum GMO Results setting will total the GMO resul
10. ception to this rule occurs when closing the Results Screen without entering a Sample ID The file contains all test results from all test strips read on the QuickScan Reader see example below Data is stored in the QuickScan directory C EnviroLogix QuickScan Export unless the file path was changed in the Set Up screen and can easily be accessed by clicking the DataLog button on the Main screen This opens the file in a friendly format for analysis printing or archiving WARNING Although the Date and Time Report Operator Location Test Kit Action Supplier Sample ID Analyte E file may also be opened by 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix 4Q 036 TC 1 579 Accept 2053 C1 CrylAl h h 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix AQ 036 TC 1 579 Accept 2053 C9 Cry9C ot er progr ams t at 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix 4Q 036 TC 1 579 Accept 2053 RR CP4 EF K T 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix 4Q 036 TC 1 579 Accept 2053 C3 Cry3Bt recognize a R CSV ormat 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix 49 036 TC 1 579 Accept 2053 1F Cry1F 1 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dal Eli 4Q 036 TC 1 579 ai t 2053 34 Cry34 such as Microsoft Excel S gen ex ss S 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix 49 036 TC 1 579 Accept 2053 C2 Cry24 the d ata lo g file must not 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix AQ 036 TC 13 8 Accept 2051 ci Crytal n 2 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix 4Q 036 TC 13 8 Accept 2051 RR CP4 EF be 1N USE Of open with these 24 Jun 2011 10 12 42 Dalanya Elix AQ 036
11. e a pdf report for all scans as long as a Sample ID is entered If this option is selected the Save Report button will not appear in the Results screen Details Tab gt The Supported Test Kits box shows the EnviroLogix test kits that are currently supported on the QuickScan system gt gt Contact information for EnviroLogix Tech Support is provided QuickScan Tech Support generates a compilation of data that can be emailed to EnviroLogix to help trouble shoot customer questions Click Generate Report to gather system information and to generate an image for the report The program will automatically attach the report to an email if available or the debug zip file can be retrieved from C EnviroLogix QuickScan e Download Tab gt Updates can be easily downloaded from the EnviroLogix web site using the Download feature Click the Download button to automatically download new upgrades then click OK to install If the PC does not have Internet service upgrades can be downloaded to a flash drive then transferred to the QuickScan PC in the C EnviroLogix QuickScan Download folder The upgrades are automatically installed by restarting the QuickScan program e Cutoffs Tab gt By default the QuickScan software will display and record Accept on the Results screen The Cutoff feature allows the user to select an Action other than Accept as the default when test results are equal to or greater than
12. e of the carrier Next place the comb flush against the side of the carrier at Position 4 From the Main Menu click Read Test The reading process will take several seconds before QuickScan advances to the Results Screen At that time remove strips from the carrier in preparation for the next read Reading Multi Matrix Barcode Cards Multi Matrix Barcode Cards enhance the functionality of test strips by increasing the variety of matrixes that can be tested with the strip Unique standard curves are applied to each matrix and are encoded as barcodes on the Barcode Card included in the kit box The curves must be uploaded into the program prior to running the test strips To do this carefully lift the entire cover of the QuickScan scanner so that the glass surface is in view Place the Matrix Card face down onto the glass close the lid then click Read Test from the QuickScan Main screen Once the scanner has finished scanning the card a dialog will appear indicating that the barcodes have been uploaded Please be sure to verify that all of the barcodes have been successfully uploaded by matching the Matrix Groups shown on the card to the 11 12 Matrix Groups shown in the dialog Once barcodes are uploaded they will remain permanently in the program s memory and thus the card will not need to be scanned again Please note the Barcode Card will need to be scanned each time you receive a new lot of strips Once uploaded the tes
13. ed Values shown on the back of the comb If a Check Comb gives values outside the expected ranges call Technical Support for assistance To ensure long term stability and performance of the Check Comb do not expose it to direct sunlight or dirty environments Store it in the bag provided in a drawer away from strong light Check Combs will continue to produce Line Intensities within the expected values for at least two years if stored under these conditions Mark the back of the CheckComb with the date received if needed CLEANING AND SERVICING The QuickScan imager is designed to minimize dust or debris entering the scanner area and interfering with the reading of test strips It is important to keep the scanner cover closed during daily operation In addition the following cleaning steps are recommended gt At the start of daily operation run a Clean Test procedure Place the supplied white card directly onto the scanner plate Press CleanTest on the Main Menu Wait about 15 seconds Any dust or debris on the plate will be displayed in the CleanTest results window indicating a need to clean the surface Using a soft lint free cloth like a microfiber cloth wipe off any dust from the scanner glass If the glass still has smudges or other contaminants use a little bit of glass cleaner on a microfiber cloth and wipe the glass Don t spray cleaner directly onto the glass Do not use glass cleaners that contain acetone ammonia benzene
14. ed in fractional numbers e g change 4 2 ppm to 4 2 ppm gt The Export DataLog button allows for the selection of the location of the DataLog file Currently it defaults to C EnviroLogix QuickScan Export gt The Results Table Column Titles setting allows the user to edit the column headers of entry fields Select the original title from QuickScan Titles then edit a new title into the New Titles box To remove a column from the Results table simply delete the text in the New Titles box Changes will occur in the DataLog and Results screens immediately there is no need to delete the DataLog or to restart the program As backup the program will automatically save a copy of the DataLog prior to changes To change a title select the title you desire to change from the QuickScan Titles drop down menu For example Drop down menu Select Comment 1 Results Table Column Titles Results Table Column Titles QuickScan Titles E QuickScan Titles New Titles New Titles Operator Operator Location Location Supplier Supplier Sample ID Sample ID Comment 1 Comment 2 Comment 2 Comment 1 will appear in New Titles box Delete Comment 1 Results Table Column Titles Results Table Column Titles QuickScan Titles Commenti QuickScan Titles commenti New Titles Comment 1 New Titles Type in your new title New title in Results screen Results Table Column Titles L QuickScan Results Table 1 Test Kit QuickSc
15. ed in the DataLog The scanner can also be calibrated by opening the QuickScan program and clicking the Set Up button Click the Calibrate button at the bottom of the screen The program will indicate that the scanner is being calibrated which will only take a few seconds Please note calibrations initiated from the Set Up screen as well as automatic calibrations done by the program are recorded in the DataLog Incorrect calibration may lead to streaky images in the QuickScan Results Screen or the inability of the system to locate barcodes on the test strips invalidating test results If a problem develops with the calibration process contact the QuickScan Team at 1 866 408 4597 or quickscan envirologix com button Status Scanner connection established Initial Scanning Position Alignment OPERATION OS Turning on the host PC will provide power for the scanner The USB es software key must be inserted before starting QuickScan From the PC desktop double click the QuickScan QS icon The software will start and the Main Menu will appear on the PC screen If QuickScan has been placed in the Windows start up folder the software will open automatically upon start up QuickScan icon Main Menu The Main Menu screen right is the starting point for all QuickScan operations The Menu features several utilities Q Operator and Location The user can input the name of the QuickScan bani e Set U
16. gs screen they will re appear in the next scan even if they are deleted here If multiple test kits are scanned at one time the program can autofill the entries for all kits after the first has been entered You can override the autofill by re entering the desired text in the appropriate box See Operation Setup for detail on Results Table Column Titles gt A scale ticket number or trace identification number can be entered into the box directly under the Sample ID header gt A supplier name or number can be entered directly into the box under the Supplier header gt Notes or comments can be added to the Comment 1 and Comment 2 columns See Operation Setup Results Table Column Titles gt The operator has the option to select Accept Redirect or Pending for the materials being delivered or shipped in the drop down box directly under the Action header QuickScan software defaults to Accept gt The matrix tested can be added to the Matrix column was ne w If more than one strip has been RSR eese aoa at a loaded into the carrier scroll De brise LE nu do a down the Sample ID column to view the image of the strip for that row of data The image will also show the strip s position in the carrier 1 e highlight row 2 see the image in position 2 Note a misplaced strip or scanning error will affect the order in which strips are reported Row 2 highlighted Image 2 shown The Q
17. ibrations Importantly barcodes should not be removed from the strips and should not be shared or exchanged across different strips Altering the barcode in any way will affect performance of the QuickScan system When processing strips barcodes should be free of dirt debris or liquid from the test sample QuickScan will process the test strips in the table below Some of these tests may be configured as a QuickComb which combines many strips under a single barcode label Test Strip Trait ID on Test Strip Trait ID on Analyte Barcode Analyte Barcode CrylAb CP4 EPSPS GMO Cry9C MO PAT CPAEPSPS RR Tae If for any reason barcodes cannot be read QuickScan will generate an error message in the Results Screen See Error Messages for more information ao Conr a SHO Patipar n LWS ox TOXINS QUICKSCAN CHECK COMB Included in your accessories is a Check Comb used during installation to ensure the system is functioning normally It can also be used by customers to document consistency and proper performance To use insert and read the comb as a normal QuickComb Check Comb will automatically appear in the Sample ID column On the back of each Check Comb is a label showing the expected values which can be compared to the actual values collected after reading the Check Comb 17 18 If your Check Comb is Rev 008 or higher the program will automatically indicate whether or not the results fall within the Expect
18. indows 7 32 bit another for the software key gt Adobe Reader formerly Acrobat Reader Optional Components gt CD ROM drive gt Microsoft Excel A host PC can be in most formats desktop tower laptop or netbook Installation of the host PC should be done according to the manufacturer s specifications If an optional USB mouse pointer or printer is needed a corresponding number of USB device ports will be required This can be easily accomplished by using an external USB hub or splitter CALIBRATION Calibration only needs to be performed upon installation and will occur automatically the first time the QuickScan program is opened It is not normally performed unless the USB cable has been disconnected or the host PC has changed The program will automatically calibrate the scanner every 14 days Before processing EnviroLogix test strips for the first time the QuickScan imager must be calibrated Calibration ensures the highest image quality possible and verifies communication between the imager and PC Calibrate QuickScan by double clicking the Calibrate icon on the PC desktop In the Scanner Utility dialogue box click the button on the right side Wait about 15 seconds When the calibration is complete click the green check mark at the bottom of the window to save the calibration and close the dialogue box Please note calibrations conducted from the desktop and not through the QuickScan program are NOT record
19. ining time and gt A complete turnkey hardware and software solution which includes a slim stylish 15 6 touch screen PC Alternatively QuickScan easily integrates with customers existing computer systems Accuracy of the QuickScan system is influenced by proper operation of the EnviroLogix test kits themselves Test kit procedures are explained in EnviroLogix Product Inserts Inserts ship with each test kit package and can also be found on our website We invite you to experience our technology Should you have questions not addressed in this User Manual please contact the EnviroLogix QuickScan Team at 1 866 408 4597 toll free US or email quickscan envirologix com Hours of operation are from 8 am to 5 pm EST Monday through Friday Thank You The EnviroLogix QuickScan Team PACKAGE CONTENTS 1 QuickScan imager scanner 2 Strip comb carrier with compression plate 3 Scanner to PC USB connect cable 4 USB software key 5 QuickScan Check Comb 6 White card for cleaning and servicing 7 Touch screen PC see PC packaging for details of use INTENDED USE QuickScan is part of a quantification and traceability system intended for use with specific barcoded EnviroLogix test kits These kits including QuickComb QuickStix and QuickTox are designed to analyze a variety of analytes and compounds QuickScan will not analyze test kits from any other manufacturer See the Barcode
20. it can be further diluted as per the Product Insert Aflatoxin and Fumonisin specify a 1 part in 6 dilution 1 6 and DON specifies a 1 part in 2 dilution 1 2 For example Aflatoxin if no dilution was made leave the selection at 1 1 1 part in 1 or neat The final result is 11 ppb Test Kit Analyte Select Dilution Result ppb AG 109 BG AF Aflatoxin 1 1 w 1i If a dilution was made as per the Test Kit Analyte Select Dilution Result ppb Product Insert click the down arrow in 40 109 BG AF Aflatoxin 11 the Selection Dilution field ae Choose the 1 6 dilution from the drop down menu The program will then automatically calculate the actual result 65 ppb Test Kit Analyte AQ 109 BG AF Aflatoxin FE 65 13 Please note the results are given in 2 significant digits While appearing to multiply 6 x 11 it is actually multiplying an original result that goes out several decimal places for example 10 8938 The Results Table features five user input options intended to enhance the traceability of deliveries or shipments A drop down menu for the first four columns will remember the last 20 entries made Previous entries can be selected without re typing them The entries in the drop down menu can be removed by holding the Control key arrow down to the item you wish to remove and hitting the Delete key Please note if entries are defined in the Results Table Column Titles section of the Settin
21. ith the tar ue corresponding test result sarr R LL Results are presented in a quantitative range specific to each test and in measurement scales applicable to the target For example the measurement scale for GMO strips is percent while the scale for mycotoxins is ppb or ppm gt For GMO tests results will fall between lt LOD the limit of detection and the upper limit of the quantitative range See the Product Insert for each test kit for more detail If Sum GMO Results was selected in the Set Up the program will automatically calculate the GMO total and display it in the last row of the Results Table For mycotoxin tests the results will fall between lt LOD the limit of detection and the upper limit of the quantitative range A Select Dilution column will appear in the Results table Select 1 1 for samples run in the standard test protocol or select the appropriate dilution for high samples that are further diluted See the Product Insert for each test kit for more detail Please note do not use the Select Dilution function for results that are lt LOD Calculation of test results is determined by measuring line intensities of each strip The calculation uses lot specific standard curves embedded within the barcodes on each strip This mathematical procedure is unique for each analyte or compound being tested More about Select Dilution If you run a mycotoxin test kit with a high result
22. nical support For QuickScan questions or problems please contact the QuickScan Team at 866 408 4597 US toll free or 207 797 0300 Ask for technical support for QuickScan Help is also available via email quickscan envirologix com Our Internet address is www envirologix com Business hours are from 8 am to 5 pm EST Monday through Friday TRADEMARKS QuickScan QuickComb QuickStix and QuickTox are trademarks of EnviroLogix Inc Windows Windows XP and Excel are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp Adobe Reader and Acrobat are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Inc 21
23. om the date of shipment QuickScan is a precision testing system that requires very careful handling This Warranty does not cover physical mishandling of the scanner in any manner including but not limited to storage or operation in an unprotected environment excessive exposure to direct sunlight liquid spillage on any part of the surface or interior objects falling on top of the scanner and or the scanner being dropped onto the floor or any other surface from any significant height If the QuickScan imager scanner does not conform to this Limited Warranty and the customer notifies EnviroLogix in writing of such defects during the warranty period and returns the scanner to EnviroLogix for evaluation EnviroLogix will repair or replace the scanner at its option During the period of defects evaluation EnviroLogix will swap the defective scanner with a loaner unit from its loaner pool located at its Portland Maine headquarters Upon completion of necessary repairs or upon determining that a replacement unit will be provided to the customer the loaned unit will be reverse swapped with the customer s repaired unit or the replacement unit as the case may be Extended warranty protection is included in the QuickScan Advantage Program of maintenance and on demand video training and tips Call or email for more info or visit www envirologix com QAP CUSTOMER SERVICE EnviroLogix maintains a dedicated field staff and in house tech
24. or carbon tetrachloride Allow a few seconds drying time before closing cover CleanTest results can be viewed with different backgrounds and pixel colors by toggling the radio buttons in the results window Close the window to return to the Main Menu clean TEST RESULTS WINDOWS not so clean gt Periodically examine the scanner surface for visible debris or markings If the surface appears dirty clean the glass plate as described above If the scanner surface has been scratched or cracked in any way contact EnviroLogix Technical Support gt Periodically inspect the strip comb carrier Gently brush or wipe away any build up of sample material ERROR MESSAGES QuickScan has internal diagnostic capability that detects scanning processing or configuration errors requiring corrective action The following table identifies common error codes and recommended corrective actions E3 Scanner failed scanner not found Scanning error No cassettes found E5 Unknown Test Various codes for control lines test lines and background E20 Printer not activated E30 Outside image border Scanner is not connected to the host PC QuickScan did not read the barcode properly QuickScan cannot locate the test strips in the scanning area QuickScan did not recognize the test kit and a software upgrade is probably required Imaging software cannot read the strips properly Flow of liquid sample up the
25. p Exit operator and location into these entry fields This information 1s stored and reported across all test runs until the information is changed QuickScan will default to the most recently stored information upon start up Previous Operators and Locations are stored in a ee otag drop down menu Just click the entry box delete the current name and enter the first letter of a previous name All previous names beginning with that letter will appear Q Read Test Clicking the Read Test button begins the strip scanning process EnviroLogix test kits must be run according to their Product Inserts and placed correctly into the strip carrier before activating Read Test QU Clean Test The Clean Test utility starts a procedure to help determine whether dust or debris has entered the scanning area potentially affecting test results See Cleaning and Servicing below LU DataLog The DataLog button allows quick access to the DataLog a depository of all test results DataLog files can be edited viewed saved printed or deleted by choosing the appropriate utility within the DataLog Viewer Select rows can be saved printed or deleted Also pdf Reports can be created viewed and printed e To view a Report highlight a row from the desired report and click the View Report button See Print Report below for more details To print a Report highlight a row from the desired report and click the Print
26. r Sue utility has been activated however ax ane 138 the content of the printed report will ren cem not be permanently saved in the Analyte Report folder Printing a automatically appends the paps 1F Cry1F permanent Export Log see Export LP PATipat 34 Cry34 Log below oed GMO Corn Sum gt 11 39 conservative est lt 11 89 Print Receipt Print Receipt sends an abbreviated Report file to any thermal printer selected from the QuickScan configuration window The printed receipt does not include an image of the tested strips See Print Report above for more information A thermal printer is offered through EnviroLogix as an accessory item ACC 138 The Print Receipt button only appears if a receipt printer was selected in the Set Up screen Help The Help utility activates an electronic version of the QuickScan User Manual indexed by topic It also provides contact information for EnviroLogix Customer Service 15 LI Close Pressing the Close utility button closes the Results Screen and removes options to save or print reports Closing the results screen without having entered a Sample ID will generate a dialogue box warning that data will be lost and asking for a sample identifier If no Sample ID is entered QuickScan will not export or save any results data DataLog Activating any utility buttons on the Results Screen will automatically export test results to a permanent Export Log file the DataLog The ex
27. t strips can be run and scanned as described in the Reading Test Strips section Prior to advancing to the Results Table however you will be prompted to select your Matrix Group You will see an abbreviated Results Table with the Test Kit and Matrix Group columns Test Kit Matrix Group On strip Matrix Group l a z OF Mil Barley Corn Oats Sorghum wheat AF Maz DOGS Select the Matrix Group for each strip from the drop down menus in the Matrix Group column For ease of selection the matrixes included in each Matrix Group are shown in the drop down menu Please note On strip Matrix Group 1 barcode on the strip and MG1 first barcode on the Barcode Card are the same standard curve you may select either one of these for the matrices listed next to MG1 When all Matrix Groups have been selected click the Ok button to proceed to the Results Table Please note you are not required to select a Matrix Group for kits that do not include Multi Matrix Barcode Cards Interpreting Results Following the reading process test results are automatically displayed in a separate Results Screen see example gt The screen features a omer ot Results Table an image of the scanned strips and utility buttons for recording and documenting test results QI Results Table QuickScan generates a table A o eer that matches the analyte or s aome 14 compound tested w
28. the changes will occur in the DataLog immediately As backup the program will automatically save a copy of the DataLog prior to the changes Note to unselect highlighted rows click the rows while holding down the lt Ctrl gt key Set Up The Set Up button opens a window for optional settings as well as general QuickScan version information Settings Tab gt Printers to be used by the QuickScan System are selected using the drop down menus for Report Printer and Receipt Printer Any printer configured in the host PC s printers folder may be selected If no Receipt Printer is selected the Results screen will not show a Print Receipt button gt The DataLog Orientation setting allows for the selection of Portrait or Landscape for the orientation of the DataLog when it is printed gt The Language setting allows selection of English or Portuguese language gt The Result Alignment setting allows selection of alignment for results in the Results Table Right Center and Left align the data accordingly Mixed will center qualitative data and align quantitative data to the right Setting Result Result Alignment Center lt Result Right 0 88 Mixed 1 4 Left 21 gt The Field Separator setting applies punctuation to test data exported via the Export Log function The Field Separator can be set to a comma or semi colon gt The Decimal Point setting applies to the punctuation us
29. ts within a scan GMOs from corn and GMOs from soy will be summed separately Sum will appear in Results Table and Report For the purposes of summing the totals lt LOD is considered zero Setting Result gt The Include Conservative Estimate setting works in conjunction with the Sum GMO Results both must be selected to use this option The conservative estimate will give a worst case sum with the assumption that all lt LODs are the LOD value rather than zero Estimate will appear in the Results Table and Report just below the GMO Sum Remember this is a worst case estimate The conservative est may appear to be high even though most or all of your strip results are lt LOD Test Kit Analyte Result 40 036 TC 13 8 C1 Cry14b lt LOD RR CP4 EPSPS lt LOD C3 Cry3Bb lt LOD 1F Cry1F lt LOD LP PAT pat lt LOD 34 Cry34 lt LOD 34 mCry34 lt LOD GMO Corn Sum gt 0 00 conservative est lt 2 25 The difference between GMO Sum and conservative est will decrease as the number of positive strips increases Test Kit Analyte Result 40 036 TC 13 6 C1 Cry14b lt LOD RR CP4 EPSPS 0 89 C3 Cry3Bb 1 4 1F CrylF 2 1 LP PAT pat 1 9 34 Cry34 a BY y 34 mCry3 1 4 GMO Corn Sum gt 11 39 conservative est lt 11 89 Please note the LOD can vary from lot to lot thus differences in the conservative estimate may be seen gt The Save All Reports setting will automatically sav
30. uickScan Results Screen provides a digital image of the scanned strip or comb The image shows the identification label barcode on the strip test lines and the strips themselves O p E on oo 93 r The Results Screen also features five utility buttons explained below E E E E Save Report The Save Report button saves test results sample identification data and an image of each scanned strip or comb into an Adobe Acrobat PDF file Reports can be accessed from the DataLog on the Main Menu or a shortcut on the desktop and are stored in a subfolder within the QuickScan directory C EnviroLogix QuickScan Reports Reports in the folder can be identified by time and date saved as well as by the Sample ID assigned to a test Reports can be opened printed or emailed at any time A Sample ID must be entered in the Results Table in order to create a Report Each report consumes about 130 KB of hard disk storage Each 1 GB of storage on a host PC can hold nearly 7 700 reports Thus a 10 GB hard disk on the host PC can hold nearly 77 000 reports Print Report QuickScan Pressing the Print Report button eee ee sends the Report file see Save Report above to any printer selected from the QuickScan configuration window Available printers are the same as those configured on the host PC A sete fs Sample ID must be entered in order Lion EnvroLogix Sample ID A1B2C3 to print Unless the Save Report Supplier Farme
31. y the user in the Cutoffs tab Please note the user can override the default Action in the Results screen by using the toggle Q Help The Help button activates an electronic version of the QuickScan User Guide indexed by topic It also provides contact information for EnviroLogix Customer Service Each screen in the QuickScan program has a Help button When the Help button is clicked the program will open the file to the relevant section Q Exit The Exit button closes the QuickScan application and ends the strip reading session Reading Test Strips Test strips and combs must be read immediately after the required reaction time i e while still wet Details of test kit operation can be found in each Kit s Product Insert Before reading tests verify or edit the operator location information at the bottom of the Main Menu With scissors cut the reacted test strips just above the colored arrow tape 1 2 Using the protruding carrier handle gently withdraw the black test strip carrier from the body of the scanner 3 Withdraw the carrier far enough to expose the black compression plate With fingertips lift the plate to expose a nested opening within the carrier 4 This slot is where test strips are placed To minimize dirt or debris on the scanning surface try not to lift the imager scanner cover while removing the carrier The carrier can be completely removed from the body of the scanner without damaging the unit
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