Gilson 215 manual Installation RS-232 Port, Connecting an RS-232 cable

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Installation

RS-232 Port

The RS-232 port is used to transfer information between the liquid handler and a computer. For the location of the RS-232 port, refer to the diagram on page 2-16.

Be sure your computer is turned off before making any connections.

To connect your computer to the liquid handler, you’ll need an RS-232 cable. Obtain a cable with D-connectors that are appropriate for the liquid handler and your computer. The liquid handler requires a 25-pin male D-connector. Refer to the back panel of your computer or its documentation to determine which type of D-connector it requires. RS-232 cables are available from Gilson and your local computer store.

Connecting an RS-232 cable

Attach the male end of the RS-232 cable to the RS-232 port located on back panel of the Quad-Z 215 Liquid Handler. Tighten the retaining screws.

Attach the female end of the RS-232 cable to the computer’s RS-232 serial communications port. (Do not mistake it for the female 25-pin parallel printer port!) Again, tighten the retaining screws.

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Contents Quad-Z 215 Liquid Handler Users Guide Page Table of Contents Operation MaintenanceAppendix B Racks TroubleshootingAppendix a Replacement Parts and Accessories Appendix C Gsioc CommandsPage Declaration of Conformity Page Introduction1 Description Unpacking Standard Equipment Customer Service Technical Specifications Introduction Introduction Installation2 Installation Locator Plate InstallationArmlock Removal Arm Installation Installation Installing the Z-Arm Cable Support Rod Installing the Probes Probe InstallationInstalling the Probe Guide Inserts Plumbing Connections Transfer Tubing InstallationTo install the level sensing cable Installing the Level Sensing CablesPlumbing Connections Installing the rinse station Code 200-Series Code 500-Series Racks Rack SetupCode 200-Series and Code 20-Series or Code 30-Series Racks Installation Only Code 20-Series or Code 30-Series Racks Part number Description Final Z-Arm AdjustmentFinal Z-ArmAdjustment Rear Panel Electrical ConnectionsItems you’ll need Installation Input/Output PortsContact inputs Contact outputsMaking connections Connecting an RS-232 cable Installation RS-232 PortGsioc cable Gsioc PortUnit ID Installation Unit ID and Baud Rate/Mode SelectionBaud rate/mode Installation Fuses Power Cord Connection Operation Front Panel Start Up Running Programs Configuring the Liquid Handler About Syringe Options Operation Pump TypeRinse Site Operation Liquid Detector Adjust XY Model 841 X-coordinate 475.3 mm Y-coordinate 3.8 mm Height Operation Home Phase Bearing Life Safety ContactEmergency Contact Operation Sound and DisplayTesting the Liquid Handler’s Contacts Maintenance4 Helpful Hints MaintenanceCleaning the Fluid Path CleaningCleaning the Liquid Handler Cleaning methods Maintenance Maintenance What you need ProceduresLubricating Horizontal Pitch and Vertical RodsMm spacing Replacing a Probe Replacing PartsInstalling same type of probe Replacing TubingInstalling different type of probe Removing the level sensing cable Maintenance Replacing a Level Sensing CableInstalling the new level sensing cable Maintenance Replacing a Fuse Checking Position Alignment Transporting the Liquid Handler Page Troubleshooting5 Troubleshooting Error MessagesPosition sensor inactive Probes no longer finding tube center MechanicalOutput functions not operating ElectricalInput functions not operating Unit blows fuses Unit not operationalLiquid level detector falsely detecting liquid level Liquid Level DetectorLiquid level detector not detecting liquid level Before calling us Warranty repairNon-warranty repair Repair and Return PoliciesRebuilt exchange Return procedurePage Probes Replacement Parts and AccessoriesAppendix Control SoftwareProbe Guide Inserts Transfer Tubing and Waste BottleRinse Station Rack AccessoriesMiscellaneous Cables and I/O AccessoriesRacks Code 24 rack Code 20 rackCode 21 rack Code 23 rackCode 31 rack Code 28 rackCode 29 rack Code 30 rackCode 200 rack Code 32 rackCode 33 rack Code 203 rack Code 201 rackCode 201H rack Code 202 rackCode 205H rack Code 204 rackCode 205 rack Code 209 rack Code 206 rackCode 207 rack Code 208 rackCode 213 rack Code 210 rackCode 211 rack Code 212 rackCode 218 rack Code 214 rackCode 216 rack Code 217 rackCode 505H rack Code 222 rackCode 228 rack Code 505 rackCode 542 Peltier rack Appendix Peltier RacksCode 242 Peltier rack Code 854 Peltier rack Code 852 Peltier rackCode 853 Peltier rack Gsioc Commands Command Type Description Gsioc CommandsGsioc Command List @aa=xxxx Bf,d Cv=ss..ss Jcttt ExyzJccccp Ksxxx Oabcd Smm Ta,b,c,d Wcc..cc Vcs..sXax/y Xbx/y Xcx/y Xdx/y Yyyyy Zsp ZspB Pipetting Techniques Minimizing Cross-Contamination Minimizing Dilution Effect Appendix