Liquid Handling Control Software

Liquid Handling Control™ (LHC™) Software is a powerful yet flexible interface for use with BioTek’s liquid handlers including the market-leading ELx405™ Microplate Washer, the MicroFlo™ Select Dispenser, and the new EL406™ Combination Washer Dispenser. Full PC control provided by LHC Software leads to increased convenience when programming important assay-specific protocol requirements in a familiar Microsoft Windows® environment. Any programming sequence possible onboard the ELx405 and MicroFlo Select may be duplicated from the computer with LHC Software. Additionally, LHC Software allows an unlimited number of methods to be linked together for the most complex wash or dispense routines. From an instrument’s first prime routine, multiple microplate processes over time, an ultrasonic cleaning to dissolve protein or salt crystal build-up to a final system rinse, LHC Software enables unattended operation.

With intuitive StepWise™ protocol creation, even novice users will find LHC Software easy to use. Protocols are automatically validated to ensure feasibility and compatibility with the selected instrument.

For safe record keeping and GLP compliance, protocol parameters can be printed. Alternatively, onboard instrument protocols can be uploaded and backed up on the laboratory’s network. To facilitate maintenance and keep a liquid handler in peak condition, custom maintenance reminders can be programmed for busy laboratories.

For high throughput applications, LHC Software also supports BioStack™ Microplate Stacker integrations.

Minimum System Requirements:

• Microsoft Windows® Vista™ (Business or Ultimate Editions), Windows® XP, Windows® 2000 (Professional Editions)operating systems
• Intel Pentium® III-Class PC or compatible processor (500 MHz)
• 512 MB RAM
• 2 GB hard drive space
• Designed for XGA resolution at 1024 x 768
• Microsoft Internet Explorer® v5.0 or higher (for Online Help)
• CD-ROM drive, keyboard and mouse
• Serial or USB ports for one or more BioTek instruments

• Full PC control for BioTek liquid handlers such as ELx405 and MicroFlo Select
• Intuitive StepWise™ protocol creation with an unlimited number of methods included for ultimate flexibility
• Choice in programming modes – create and run from PC or download to instrument’s keypad
• Automatic protocol validation for error free assurance
• Protocol parameters printed for GLP compliance
• Custom maintenance reminders for continued instrument performance in busy laboratories
• Supports BioStack integrations for high throughput requirements
• ELx405 Ultrasonic Advantage™ control for unattended washer manifold maintenance
• Security enabled protection for downloaded protocols
• Multiple instruments controlled in parallel

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Liquid Handling Control PC Software - Includes LHC Software on CD, Installation Guide and 5 licenses. For use together with ELx405, MicroFlo Select and/or EL406 Interface Software kit(s).