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PetriScan® ~Specifications

Measurement time:
For up to 4 plates simultaneously: approximately 15* sec scan time, 2 sec count time
Detection:
Fully automatic with manual override
Count modes:
Automated contour analysis and cluster detection, manual count, edit mode
Dilution series:
User defined dilution corrections
Results:
Display, store, print, and export up to 11 data items for each plate
Bar Code:
Supports Code 128 format for sample identification
Regulatory Compliance:
Complies with FDA 21 CFR Part 11 (Electronic Records; Electronic Signatures) and
Part 58 (Good Laboratory Practice)
Scanner:
Flatbed, CCD scanning element, USB2 interface
Power Input:
100/240 V (50/60 Hz)
Approx. weight:
12.4 lbs. (5.6 kg)
Approx. dimensions:
12" W x 23" D x 5" H (31cm x 58 cm x 13 cm)
Temperature:
Operating: 50° to 95° F(10° to 35° C)
Storage: -40° to 140° F (-40° to 60° C)
Humidity:
Operating: 15% to 80% noncondensing
Storage: <90%
Warrant:
One-year limited warranty on workmanship and parts**
Certification:
Approvals obtained by the scanner manufacturer from one or more of the following:
CE, CSA, TUV, FCC

Minimum computer specifications (computer not included):

Pentium® III processor, 450 MHz
Operating Systems: Microsoft® Windows 98, Me, 2000, XP, NT
128 MB RAM
60 MB free hard drive space for application, 400 KB per stored database record
USB2 port
CD-RW Drive
SVGA monitor, 1024x768 resolution
Microsoft® Excel (suggested for exporting data)

* Using 2.0 GHz Pentium® 4 processor
** Scanner manufacturer's warranty applies