Version 3.1
The QIAcuity Control Software is an integral part of the QIAcuity instrument. It offers a GUI (graphical user interface) for basic functionalities such as plate setup, changing the order of plates to be processed, and monitoring the status of runs in real time. After a run is completed, the data are stored on the instrument’s memory and are sent to the connected QIAcuity Software Suite for analysis.
The new version 3.1 supports dPCR assays up to a 12-plex by using amplitude multiplexing. In addition to the six optical channels available, this option enables two amplicons to be detected in the same channel. The option to use two channel combinations for LSS (Long Stoke Shift) dyes introduced with version 3.0 remains.
In addition, as introduced with QIAcuity Control Software 3.0, the the run time for all instrument types (QIAcuity One, Four, and Eight) was optimized with introducing a new auto focus algorithm.
Moreover, a new functionality for the integration of a QIAcuity Lab Automation Service was implemented. It allows third-party lab automation software to control robotic devices to interact with the QIAcuity system, run dPCR experiments, and analyze results without any human interaction.
Detailed information about the QIAcuity Control Software 3.1 is available in the Release Note, which can also be downloaded under section Software Release Notes.
Note: The latest CSW version 3.1 is only compatible with the Software Suite version 3.1. If only one software component is updated, no connection between the Software Suite and the CSW can be established.
Important: Please follow the instructions provided in the QIAcuity User Manual for software version 3.1 and in the Release Note.
It is strongly recommended to update the QIAcuity Software Suite first before proceeding with the QIAcuity Control Software!
Note: After clicking reboot during CSW upgrade or change of Suite connection, the login screen may appear for short period. Please ignore it and wait for the QIAcuity instrument to shut down and restart itself.
Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services if you are unsure and require technical support.
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