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BCS® XP System Overview Online Training

This provides an overview of the hardware components and software you should be familiar with for efficient operation of the BCS® XP System. This clinical laboratory training qualifies for continuing education units (CEU).

Welcome to the BCS® XP system. The BCS® XP analyzer performs hemostasis tests using coagulometric, chromogenic, and immunologic detection methods. Depending on the analyte being measured, the analyzer can perform all three types of detection methods simultaneously. Key components of the BCS® XP system include the following: BCS® XP analyzer BCS® XP system hardware Windows XP operating system BCS® XP software   What is an operating system?   Examples of operating systems are Windows XP, Mac OS X, and Linux.  An operating system is the major software application on a computer and performs the following tasks: Manages all  hardware and software resources of the system, such as teh CPU, memory, and disk space Responds to software programs and input commands from the mouse, keyboard, or printer Allocates memory, storage and input/output (I/O) bandwidth from the CPU So in other words...the operating system must try to meet everyone's needs and stay "healthy" in the process.   Demonstrate how to use Windows XP features to open the BCS® XP software and support programs Describe the functions of the BCS® XP System hardware Identify important features of the BCS® XP software Identify key components of the BCS® XP analyzer Welcome to the BCS® XP System Overview Online Training course. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: Select Next to continue. Congratulations! You’ve completed the System Overview Online Education Support Tool. In this course, you’ve been introduced to the four major areas of the BCS® XP system. Key points about each area are listed below. I. Key Components of the BCS® XP Analyzer Top Cover Protects operators from moving parts, such as the sample and reagent transfer arms and tubes Prevents dust from entering the instrument Protective Cover Protects operators from electronics and moving parts during operation Allows technologists to monitor instrument activity Sample Transfer Arm & Probe Located on right Replaceable by operator Extends as far left as Lane 3 and as far right as cuvette rotors Aspirates samples, deficient plasma, standards, and controls from Lanes 5 — 14 Dispenses fluids into reaction cuvettes Performs dilutions up to 1:1200 Equipped with an integrated crash sensor and shock absorber Reagent Transfer Arm & Probe Located on left Replaceable by operator Can access ALL rack lanes and extend as far right as cuvette rotors Aspirates reagents from Lanes 1 — 14 Dispenses reagent into cuvette Warms aspirated reagent to 37°C to facilitate the reaction Equipped with an integrated crash sensor and shock absorber Probe Adjustment Tool Use with auxiliary Probe Exchange program to replace or align a sample or reagent probe. Rack Unit Lanes 1 — 4 provide a cooling garage to refrigerate reagents to 15°C. To activate the cooling system, load a reagent rack in all four lanes—even if some racks are empty! Lanes 5 – 14 allow you to load up to 100 samples. Lanes 1 – 5 also provide five reagent stirrer positions for reagents that require stirring. Each lane is equipped with a stirrer motor. Look for yellow markings to find stirrer positions. Barcode Reader Reads barcode labels on reagent vials, sample tubes, and racks Identifies empty positions in racks Cuvettes/Cuvette Rotors Assay reactions take place in cuvettes, which are arranged around a ring called a cuvette rotor. Each disposable cuvette rotor holds 20 cuvettes. Each cuvette has three pipettor chambers to mix and incubate sample plus reagent. Rotors also contain separate dilution chambers to make sample dilutions, if required. Cuvette rotors are stored in the Measuring Unit. Measuring Unit Where the turbidimetric assay measurement takes place. Key components include: Protective cover: Prevents fluctuations in temperature; maintained at 37°C Rotor handler: Transports cuvette rotors from storage, to pipetting and measurement positions, to waste or back to pipetting position if unused cuvettes remain Right cuvette storage: Allows you to manually store up to 10 cuvette rotors—you can refill with fresh rotors without interrupting system operations! Left cuvette storage: Cuvette rotor storage area used by system—no manual storage allowed by operator in this location! Pipetting position: Where sample and reagent are dispensed into cuvettes and then incubated, mixed, or diluted, as defined for each assay Measuring position: Where cuvette reactants are mixed by rotation and then measured photometrically Cuvette rotor waste bin: Disposable receptacle that holds up to 14 used cuvette rotors Turbidimeter: Type of photometer that measures changes in light intensity in a turbid solution during the course of the reaction. When the reaction is completed, the BCS® XP system receives the raw data, plots a measurement curve, and determines a result. Washing Unit Provides three positions to store washing solution to prevent reagent probe carryover problems Wet System Includes three 5-L containers of the following fluids: Distilled water (Green) Terralin® Protect disinfectant (White) Liquid waste (Red) Float switches inside each container monitor the fluid level to alert you if a container needs to be refilled—or emptied! II. BCS® XP System Hardware Components CPU The Central Processing Unit handles all instructions from software programs running on the computer, as well as from other hardware attached to the computer, such as the mouse, monitor, or printer. CD-ROM Imports or exports BCS® XP system data Monitor High-resolution 17" flat-screen monitor III. Windows XP Operating System Windows Logon Before you can start the BCS® XP software, you must log on to Windows. To log on to Windows, you’ll need to enter a user name and password. After you log on to Windows XP, the BCS® XP software starts automatically. Windows Desktop Click the Windows Desktop icon in the Quick Launch bar to access BCS® XP system auxiliary programs. You can also use the Start menu to open auxiliary programs. System Tray Click the BCS® XP Logbook icon—the little red apple in the system tray—to view warnings or error messages with explanations about BCS® XP system activities. Use the logbook to troubleshoot problems with the analyzer. Taskbar Taskbar buttons indicate programs that are actively running on your computer. To quickly switch from one program to another, click a taskbar button. File Storage BCS® XP software files and Windows XP files are stored in a hard disk called the C drive (named C:\..). IV. BCS® XP Software File menu Close window: Close any open dialog boxes. Save: Trigger a manual save. Print: Send a print request to the printer. Data Export: Export measurement curves, sample results, and calibration curves in ASCII or XML format. Quit: Close the BCS® XP program and shut down the instrument. Routine menu QC: Open the external QC program, which stores and statistically manages QC results. Raw Data: View or print coagulation curves. Sample History: Displays saved historical databases. Definitions menu Lot info: View or edit reagent lot numbers and reference values for standards and controls. Profiles: Define test profiles. Racks: Define how racks will be used, such as for routine or STAT priority. Configuration: Customize certain BCS® XP software settings, such as language, alarm settings, Auto start programs, or Job List format. System menu Initialization: Initialize the analyzer or individual modules. Syringe: Rinse syringes and tubings, or change syringes. Probe: Wash or check a probe. Park position: Position the probes for cleaning and changing. Washing solution: Refill washing solution during operation. Tube disinfection: Disinfect the distilled water canister tubes. System liquids: Fill system liquids during operation. Shift change: Disinfect the system without shutting down the instrument. Login: Log in under a different user name. Change password: Change your password. Help menu Click BCS® XP Instruction Manual to view the instruction manual online! Click Info to get information about BCS® XP software and auxiliary programs, such as version numbers, dates, and file locations. Navigation bar Click a button in the Navigation bar to open screens that you’ll use to operate the BCS® XP analyzer: Loading screen Job List screen Reagent Overview screen Analyzer screen Calibration screen Control Journal screen  Select Next to continue.     Key components of the BCS® XP analyzer perform many tasks automatically without needing operator prompts. These “autostart” features allow you to “load and go.” Examples of autostart tasks include: Scanning barcoded samples and reagents Aspirating and dispensing samples, standards, controls, and reagents Diluting samples or standards, as needed Incubating and centrifuging assay suspensions Measuring and evaluating reactions and calculating results Key Components of the BCS XP® Analyzer Learn about the key components of the BCS XP® Analyzer. Slide NumberText BlocksCalloutsAudio ScriptImage File1Welcome to the virtual Hemostasis Lab. Let's get a brief overview of the major components of the BCS® XP analyzer. Select Next to continue.Note: If audio does not automatically start, select the play arrow in the top left to begin.Welcome to the virtual Hemostasis Lab! Let’s get a brief overview of the major components of the BCS® XP analyzer. 2Top Cover The top cover on the BCS® XP: Protects operators from moving parts, such as the sample and reagent transfer arms and tubes Prevents dust from entering the instrument Select Next to continue.The top cover on the BCS® XP protects operators from moving parts and prevents dust from entering the instrument. 3Protective Cover The sloping design of the transparent cover: Protects operators from electronics and moving parts during operation Allows technologists to monitor instrument activity Reminder: Lifting the protective cover during operation triggers an emergency stop. Select Next to continue.   Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhat happens if the protective cover is not closed properly while the software is starting up?The analyzer cannot initialize correctly. At the end of initialization, the Help button turns red and displays: Analyzer is not operational. Close the cover properly.  If the message does not change,  exit the software and then restart the system to ensure proper initialization.  The sloping design of the transparent cover protects operators from electronics and moving parts while still allowing technologists to monitor instrument activity.4Transfer Arms & Probes The BCS® XP analyzer has two transfer arms:  Reagent transfer arm (on the left) Sample transfer arm (on the right) A replaceable probe is attached to each transfer arm to aspirate and dispense samples, controls, standards, and reagents, as applicable.   Select Next to continue. The BCS® XP analyzer has a reagent and sample transfer arm. Each transfer arm has a replaceable probe attached to aspirate and dispense samples, controls, standards, and reagents, as applicable. 5 Transfer Arms & Probes The sample transfer arm with attached sample probe: Moves along the X, Y, and Z axes Extends as far left as Lane 3 and as far right as the cuvette rotors Aspirates diluent, such as sodium chloride and Owren’s Veronal Buffer diluent from cooling Lanes 3 and 4 Aspirates samples, deficient plasma, standards, and controls from Lanes 5 - 14 Select Next to continue.Slide QuestionAnswer TextIf the sample arm can extend as far left as Lane 3, why can’t deficiency plasma, standards, controls, and samples be loaded into Lanes 3 or 4?Two reasons: Because these reagents are not “permitted” to be stored in cooling lanes, as defined in the Data Definition Tool Because the sample rack hardware does not fit the tracks of Lanes 1 – 4. Different racks have different designs-they are not interchangeable. The sample transfer arm with attached sample probe moves along the X, Y, and Z axes and can extend from Lane 3 on the leftto the cuvette rotors on the right. The sample transfer arm can aspirate diluent from cooling Lanes 3 and 4, and can aspirate samples, deficiency plasma, standards, and controls from Lanes 5 - 14. 6Transfer Arms & Probes The sample transfer arm with replaceable sample probe also performs the following tasks:    Dispenses fluids into reaction cuvettes Performs dilutions up to 1:1200    Select Next to continue.The sample transfer arm with replaceable sample probe also dispenses fluids into reaction cuvettes and performs dilutions up to 1:1200!7 Transfer Arms & Probes The reagent transfer arm with replaceable probe Moves along the X, Y, and Z axes Can access ALL rack lanes and extend as far right as the cuvette rotors Aspirates reagents from Lanes 1 - 14 Dispenses reagent into cuvette rotor reaction cuvettes Warms aspirated reagent to 37°C to facilitate the reaction Select Next to continue.The reagent transfer arm with replaceable probe moves along the X, Y, and Z axes and can access ALL rack lanes as well as extend as far right as the cuvette rotors. The heated probe aspirates reagent and dispenses it into cuvette rotor reaction cuvettes. Reagent aspirated into the heated probe is warmed to 37 degrees Celsius to facilitate the reaction. 8Transfer Arms & Probes During sample processing, a "crash" could occur if a probe encounters a fixed object (such as a sample tube rim, cap, or cup) instead of fluid when aspirating sample or reagent. In the BCS® XP system, the sample and reagent probes are equipped with an integrated crash sensor and shock absorber, which work together to lessen damage to transfer arm motors and probes during a crash. Select Next to continue.  The sample and reagent probes are equipped with an integrated crash sensor and shock absorber. These components work together to lessen damage if a probe encounters a fixed object instead of fluid.9Transfer Arms & Probes If a crash occurs: The crash sensor immediately sends a signal to the “Z” transfer arm motor to stop any further downward movement. The shock absorber absorbs the impact of the crash to decrease the need to replace broken probes. Select Next to continue.If a crash occurs, the crash sensor immediately sends a signal to the “Z” transfer arm motor to stop any further downward movement. Then the shock absorber absorbs the impact of the crash to decrease the need to replace broken probes. 10Probe Adjustment Tool Use the auxiliary ProbeExchange program to replace a worn or damaged sample or reagent probe. This program integrates with the BCS® XP software to guide you through the steps to:  Replace the worn or damaged probe. Align the new probe. You’ll learn more about using the Probe Exchange program in the Troubleshooting online training course. Select Next to continue. If you need to replace a sample or reagent probe, use the ProbeExchange program to guide you through the steps.11Probe Adjustment Tool Use the probe adjustment tool to align a new probe. The tool's fixed position on the instrument: Standardizes probe adjustments to ensure that the new probe is positioned correctly Prevents the tool from being misplaced Select Next to continue.Select the number to review the corresponding text.Callouts Probe Adjustment Tool Do you see that the probe adjustment tool has a fixed position on the instrument?12Rack Unit: Lanes 1 - 4 The Rack Unit provides 14 lanes to load sample and reagent racks. Lanes 1 – 4 provide a cooling garage to refrigerate reagents to 15°C. Select Next to continue.  Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhat are some unique features of the BCS® XP cooling system?Cooling System Facts: Use cooling lanes for reagents that will be onboard the instrument for extended periods. To activate the cooling system, you must load a reagent rack into all four lanes-even if some racks are empty. You can store up to 20 reagent vials in the cooling garage. Use rack type 30 for cooling lane racks. In Lanes 3 and 4, you can store certain reagents aspirated by the sample probe. Select each number to review the corresponding text.Callouts Rack Lanes 1 – 4 Cooling garage Racks Racks Rack Lanes 5-14 The BCS® XP Rack Unit consists of 14 lanes to load sample and reagent racks. Lanes 1 – 4 provide a cooling garage to refrigerate reagents to 15°C. 13Rack Unit: Lanes 5 - 14 In Lanes 5 - 14 of the Rack Unit, you can load up to 100 samples, such as the following: All samples All reagents dispensed by the sample probe, such as diluent, deficient plasma, standards, and controls Any remaining reagents dispensed by the reagent probe that are not loaded in a cooling garage Select Next to continue.In the Rack Unit, Lanes 5 – 14 are available for you to load up 100 samples as well as all reagents dispensed by the sample probe. You can also use Lanes 5 through 14 to load any remaining reagents dispensed by the reagent probe that are not loaded in a cooling garage. 14Barcode Reader The barcode reader identifies: Rack codes Sample and reagent barcodes Empty positions in racks After the barcode label is read, the sample ID and sample order information are automatically downloaded from the host computer and appear on the Job List. Select Next to continue.   Slide QuestionAnswer TextHow does the BCS® XP system track the location of samples and reagents loaded in racks?To keep track of racks:  The barcode reader scans barcode labels attached to each rack. Each barcode label identifies the type of rack and its sequential number. Based on the rack type, the system knows the configuration of each rack and numbers each position accordingly. The barcode reader identifies the rack code, sample and reagent barcodes, and empty positions in racks. After the barcode label is read, the sample ID and sample order information are automatically downloaded from the host computer and appear on the Job List. 15Rack Unit All Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics reagents are barcoded. Load reagent vials so the barcode labels face outward toward the barcode reader. Reagent vial volumes used by the BCS® XP include: 5-mL GW5 reagent vials. Note: GW5 vials require adapters to fit securely in BCS® XP reagent racks in Lanes 1-4. 15-mL GW15 vials Select Next to continue.  Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhy are the reagent vials tilted? All reagent racks are designed so that the reagent vials sit in the racks at a 12° angle to maximize the amount of reagent used.Select each number to review the corresponding text.CalloutsAdapterAdapter 12° angleReagent barcode Rack barcode All Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics reagents are barcoded. Load reagent vials so the barcode labels face outward toward the barcode reader. 16Rack Unit Some reagents require mixing during an assay. Add a magnetic stir bar to the reagent vial. Load the vial into a special rack position designated for reagents that require stirring. Select Next to continue.   Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhere can you find information about which reagents require stirring? Use the Data Definition Tool, reagent IFU and respective application sheets to view reagent definitions, such as stirring parameters. For reagents that require mixing during an assay, just add a magnetic stir bar to the reagent vial and then load the vial into a special rack position.17Rack Unit The BCS® XP provides five reagent stirrer positions across Lanes 1 - 5-each lane is equipped with a stirrer motor. Each rack stirrer position is marked in yellow. In Lanes 1 - 4, use position 4 of rack type 30. In Lane 5, use position 2 of rack type 50. You’ll also find yellow markings at the entrance to Lanes 1 - 5 to help remind you where stirrer motors are located. Select Next to continue. Select each number to review the corresponding text.CalloutsLane 1, position 4Lane 2, position 4 Lane 4, position 4 Lane 5, position 2 Lanes with stirrer motors The BCS® XP provides five reagent stirrer positions across Lanes 1 through 5.18Cuvette Rotors Assay reactions performed on the BCS® XP system take place in cuvettes that are arranged around a ring called the cuvette rotor. Each disposable rotor consists of cuvettes and dilution chambers. Cuvettes Cuvettes extend from the center of the rotor to the outside. Cuvettes are divided into three pipettor chambers. Ramps separate each chamber. Sample and reagent are pipetted into separate chambers. As the cuvette rotor rotates, sample and reagent are mixed and flow to the exterior section for measurement. Each rotor holds 20 cuvettes. Select Next to continue.Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhy is it important to divide the cuvette into separate chambers?To ensure that sample and reagent are mixed at the same time the coagulation reaction is measured-not too early and not too late.Select each number to review the corresponding text. CalloutsCuvette rotor Cuvette Pipettor chambersDilution chambersAssay reactions performed on the BCS® XP system take place in cuvettes that are arranged around a ring called the cuvette rotor. Each disposable rotor consists of cuvettes and dilution chambers. Cuvettes extend from the center of the rotor to the outside and are divided into three pipettor chambers. Ramps separate each chamber. Sample and reagent are pipetted into separate chambers. As the cuvette rotor rotates, sample and reagent are mixed and flow to the exterior section for measurement. Each rotor holds 20 cuvettes. 19Cuvette Rotors Dilution Chambers Dilution chambers extend midway between the center of the rotor to the outside. Large and small sections are available for samples that need to be diluted. Using these chambers the BCS® XP is able to perform dilutions up to 1:1200. Select Next to continue.Select each number to review the corresponding text. CalloutsCuvette rotorDilution chambersDilution chambers extend midway between the center of the rotor to the outside. Large and small sections are available for samples that need to be diluted. The BCS® XP can perform dilutions up to one to twelve hundred.20Measuring Unit Cuvette rotors are stored in the in the Measuring Unit-where the assay measurement takes place. Key areas include: Protective cover Rotor handler Right cuvette storage Left cuvette storage Pipetting position Measuring position Cuvette rotor waste bin Select Next to continue.Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhat are the functions of the Measuring Unit's key components?           Protective cover: Prevents fluctuations in 37°C temperature Rotor handler: Transports rotors from storage to pipetting/measuring positions, to waste or back to pipetting position if unused cuvettes remain Right cuvette storage: Stores up to 10 rotors-OK to refill without interrupting operations. Left cuvette storage: Stores additional 10 rotors; refilled automatically by rotor Pipetting position: Where sample and reagent are dispensed into cuvettes Measuring position: Where cuvette reactants are mixed by rotation and then measured Cuvette motor waste bin:  Disposable receptical; holds up to 14 used rotors Tip:  Empty the rotor waste bin before you turn the system on to allow the BCS® XP System to alert you when it's time to empty the waste bin again.Select each number to review the corresponding text.CalloutsProtective coverRight cuvette storageLeft cuvette storagePipetting positionMeasuring positionCuvette rotor waste binCuvette rotors are stored in the in the Measuring Unit, where the assay measurement takes place. Key areas of the Measuring Unit include the: Protective cover, Right and Left cuvette storage areas, Pipetting and measuring positions, and the Cuvette rotor waste bin. One key component is missing from the diagram. Do you see what’s missing? It’s the rotor handler! You cannot see the rotor handler from the exterior of the instrument-it’s under the Measuring Unit cover-moving cuvette rotors into their proper positions. 21Measuring Unit BCS® XP assays are measured turbidimetrically.  During the reaction, sample reactants cause an increase or decrease in light transmitted from a Xenon flash lamp. Light intensity readings are measured by a turbidimeter every 0.5 seconds throughout the reaction. Key components of the turbidimeter include: Xenon flash lamp: Provides light source Lenses: Narrow the light beam Filter: Selects measuring wavelength: 340, 405 or 570 nm Fiber optic channel: Guides light toward detector Photodetectors: Measures the intensity of incoming light When the reaction is completed, the BCS® XP system receives the raw data, plots a measurement curve, and determines a result. Select Next to continue.   Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhat is turbidimetry? Turbidimetry is a type of photometric analysis where reagent reacts with an unknown quantity of analyte in a sample to produce a turbid or cloudy solution due to particle formation. Depending on the test method, a turbidimeter is used to measure either an increase or decrease in transmitted light as particles such as fibrin clots or immune complexes form over time. Select each number to review the corresponding text. CalloutsTurbidimeterXenon lampLensesFilter Fiber optic channel Photodetectors Photodetectors BCS® XP assays are measured turbidimetrically. During the reaction, sample reactants cause an increase or decrease in light transmitted from a Xenon flash lamp. Light intensity readings are measured by a turbidimeter every half second throughout the reaction. Key components of the turbidimeter include a xenon flash lamp, optical lenses and filters, fiber optic channel, and photodetectors. When the reaction is completed-the BCS® XP receives the raw data, plots a measurement curve, and determines a result. 22Washing Unit Some BCS® XP assays use reagents that can cause reagent probe carryover problems. To prevent carryover, the BCS® XP washes the reagent probe during the assay using washing solution. The BCS® XP provides three locations to store washing solution-positions 1, 2, and 3, to allow sufficient supply onboard the instrument as well as increase operator walkaway time. Select Next to continue.  Select each number to review the corresponding text.Calloutswashing solution position 1washing solution position 2washing solution position 3Some BCS® XP assays use reagents that can cause reagent probe carryover problems. To prevent carryover, the BCS® XP washes the reagent probe with washing solution. The BCS® XP provides three positions to store washing solution to allow a sufficient supply onboard the instrument as well as increase operator walkway time. 23 Washing Unit Monitoring washing solution levels is important on the BCS® XP because you cannot interrupt a run to replenish the supply. Before or after a run: If you open and close the protective cover, the BCS® XP checks the volume of all three washing solution vials. Rotate vials counterclockwise when replacing washing solution. Select Next to continue.Monitoring washing solution levels is important on the BCS® XP because you cannot interrupt a run to replenish the supply.24 Washing Unit Sufficient supply onboard the instrument allows you increased walkaway time! You can check the amount of washing solution onboard the instrument before starting a large run by clicking the Reagent Overview button on the Navigation bar. Then, monitor the level throughout the run using the Reagent Overview dialog. Select Next to continue.Sufficient supply onboard the instrument allows you increased walkway time!25Wet SystemThe wet system includes three 5-L containers of the following fluids:  Distilled water Terralin® Protect Disinfectant Liquid wasteSelect Next to continue.Select each number to review the corresponding text.Callouts Distilled water DisinfectantLiquid wasteThe wet system includes three 5-liter containers that hold Distilled water, Terralin® Protect Disinfectant, and Liquid waste.26Wet System Special float switches inside each container monitor the fluid level to alert you if a container needs to be refilled-or emptied! When refilling containers, note that tube connections and level sensor disks are color coded so operators can see at a glance that each tube is connected to the proper container. Distilled water (Green) Disinfectant (White) Liquid waste (Red) Select Next to continue.Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhat is an advantage of using float switches instead of thermal switches? Float switches are durable and not influenced by changes in fluid temperature, which can cause false readings. Special float switches inside each container monitor the fluid level to alert you if a container needs to be refilled or emptied27Congratulations! You’ve just learned how to identify key components of the BCS® XP analyzer.  Next in your online training, you’ll learn about BCS® XP system hardware.When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue.Congratulations! You’ve just learned how to identify key components of the BCS® XP analyzer. BCS® XP system hardware includes the following: CPU The Central Processing Unit, or CPU, contains the BCS® XP system “brain.” It is the main microchip in the computer that handles all instructions it receives from software programs running on the computer, as well as from other hardware attached to the computer, such as the mouse, monitor, or printer. CD-ROM Use the CD-ROM to import or export BCS® XP data. For example, back up the BCS® XP database onto a CD using the Data Maintenance program. Monitor The high-resolution 17" flat-screen monitor provides a clear video display and large viewing area, as well as requires less space on the bench top. Select Next to continue. BCS® XP software uses an operating system created by Microsoft called Windows XP. Key advantages of the Windows XP operating system include: Compatibility with other software programs and hardware User-friendly graphical user interface (GUI) Familiar to computer users worldwide Easy to use: Windows programs use many images—such as icons, toolbar buttons, menus, dialog boxes, and windows—to make each program as user-friendly as possible.   Windows XP Features Learn more about Windows XP Features. Slide NumberText BlocksCalloutsAudio ScriptImage File1Welcome to the virtual Hemostasis Lab Let’s explore Windows XP! In our virtual lab, we have already: Turned on the BCS®XP analyzer. Turned on the monitor. Turned on the computer. Now we are looking at the Windows XP Logon screen that appears after you turn on the computer. Select Next to continue.  Note: If audio does not automatically start, select the play arrow in the top left to begin.Welcome to the virtual Hemostasis Lab! Let’s explore Windows XP! We are looking at the Windows XP Logon screen that appears after you turn on the computer. 2Starting Windows XP To log on: Type your Windows user name: User  (this has been typed for you) Type your password: user (this has been typed for you) Select OK. Note: This password is only an example. Please ask your supervisor for your specific password.To log on, type your Windows user name and password, and then click OK.3Starting Windows XP You are now logged on to Windows. After you log on to Windows XP, the BCS® XP software starts automatically and an XP User Agreement dialog box appears. Select Yes.  You are now logged on to Windows. When the XP User Agreement dialog box appears, click Yes. 4Starting the BCS®XP Software To log on to the BCS® XP software, you’ll need to enter a user name and password.  Your assigned user name is associated with a password level. Different password levels are associated with certain access rights to sensitive areas of the BCS® XP software, such as assay definitions and procedures. Another security feature includes an Audit Trail program that tracks who logs in and what activities they perform. Select Next to continue.  To log on to the BCS® XP software, you’ll need to enter a user name and password. Your assigned user name is associated with a password level. Different password levels are associated with certain access rights to sensitive areas of the BCS® XP software. Another security feature includes a program that tracks who logs in and what activities they performthis is called the Audit Trail program. 5Starting the BCS®XP Software To log on to the BCS® XP software, in the Login dialog box, do the following: Type your BCS® XP user name: Routine (this has been typed for you) Type your BCS® XP password: BCS (this has been typed for you) Select OK. Note: The password is only an example. Please ask your supervisor for the correct password.   Tip: Your password is case sensitive! To log on to the BCS® XP software, in the Login dialog box, type your BCS® XP user name and password, and then click OK.6Starting the BCS®XP SoftwareWelcome to the BCS® XP!The first screen that appears after you log on to the BCS® XP software is the Analyzer screen.Let’s return to the Windows XP Desktop. Can you guess which icon to click to display the Windows Desktop?Select this icon now. Review the Hint Q&A if you need help.Slide QuestionAnswer Text Which icon do I select to display the WIndows Desktop? Hint: Click the Windows Desktop icon in the Quick Launch bar at the bottom of the screen. The first screen that appears after you log on to the BCS® XP software is the Analyzer screen. We’ll return to the BCS® XP software in a moment. For now, let’s briefly return to the Windows XP Desktop…there are a few more areas to explore… Can you guess which icon to click to display the Windows Desktop? 7Exploring Windows XP: Desktop Well done! You found the Windows Desktop icon in the Quick Launch bar. The Quick Launch bar is a Windows taskbar feature that allows you to quickly. Open frequently used programs. View the Windows Desktop with a single click. Let’s identify some other icons in the taskbar… Select Next to continue. Well done! You found the Windows Desktop icon in the Quick Launch bar. The Quick Launch bar is a Windows taskbar feature that allows you to quickly •Open frequently used programsor •View the Windows Desktop with a single click. Let’s identify some other icons in the taskbar… 8Exploring Windows XP: Desktop: System Tray The area in the lower-right corner of the taskbar is called the System Tray. In the System Tray, you will find: Icons for network connection, date and time, or audio settings BCS®XP Logbook icon—the little green apple. The logbook records BCS® XP activities. The apple icon flashes red when there is a new entry in the logbook.  Use the BCS® XP logbook to troubleshoot problems with the analyzer. On with our tour…let’s identify some other buttons and icons in the taskbar… Select Next to continue.  The area in the lower-right corner of the taskbar is called the System Tray. Icons in this area usually indicate the status of your computer system, such as network connection, date and time, or audio settings. There’s another taskbar icon in this area that is unique to the BCS® XP systemit’s a little apple and represents the BCS® XP logbook! The logbook records BCS® XP activities and is useful when troubleshooting problems with the analyzer. On with our tour…let’s identify some other buttons and icons in the taskbar… 9Exploring Windows XP: Desktop: Taskbar Taskbar buttons indicate programs that are actively running on your computer.  To quickly switch from one program to another, click a taskbar button. Try it yourself! Click the AutoAssistant BCS® XP button in the taskbar.  Slide QuestionAnswer TextHow did the programs shown in the taskbar get opened? Who opened them?Two programs must be open “in the background” to capture BCS® XP activity. AutoAssistant XP and Easy Talk XP. So, when you start the BCS® XP software, AutoAssistant XP and Easy Talk XP automatically open, too. Taskbar buttons indicate programs that are actively running on your computer. To quickly switch from one program to another, click a taskbar button. 10You are viewing the AutoAssistant program-this is an auxiliary program that enhances the functionality of the BCS® XP software. Let’s return to the Analyzer screen in the BCS® XP software. What should you do?  Hint: Select the button with the BCS® XP logo in the taskbar at the center bottom of the screen.You are viewing the AutoAssistant program. This is an auxiliary program that enhances the functionality of the BCS® XP software. Let’s return to the Analyzer screen in the BCS® XP software. What should you do? 11BCS® XP-Software Well done! When you need to switch from program to program, just click a button in the taskbar. Let’s return to the Windows Desktop… What should you do?  Select the Q&A answer for a hint if you need help.  Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhich button in the taskbar should you select to switch from program to program?Hint: Click the Show Desktop icon in the Quick Launch bar at the bottom of the screen.Well done! So when you need to switch from program to program, just click a button in the taskbar. You’ve just used the taskbar to navigate from the BCS® XP software to the Windows Desktop to the AutoAssistant BCS® XP program, and now back to the BCS® XP software. And we are not finished yet! Let’s return to the Windows Desktop… What should you do? 12Windows XP Desktop Well done! Another taskbar feature at the bottom of the screen is the Start menu. Let’s check it out…click the Start menu.  Select each number to review the corresponding text. Callouts Start menu Quick Launch barTaskbar buttons System TrayWell done! Another taskbar feature at the bottom of the screen is the Start menu. Let’s check it out…click the Start menu. 13Windows Desktop: Start menu The Start menu displays frequently used programs that are installed on your computer. Each Start menu program is described by an icon and a title. You can open any program in the Start menu with a single mouse click. Let’s take a look at one more area of the desktop… Select Next to continue. The Start menu displays frequently used programs that are installed on your computer. Let’s take a look at one more area of the desktop… 14Windows Desktop Desktop icons are shortcut links to various files and programs.  Some of the more common desktop icons that you’ll see in Windows operating systems are links to:  My Computer Internet Explorer Recycle Bin Select Next to continue.Do you see all those little folders and tiny images scattered all over the desktop? These objects are shortcut links to various files and programs. They’re called desktop icons. Some of the more common desktop icons that you’ll see in Windows operating systems are links to •My Computer, •Internet Explorer, and •The Recycle Bin.15Windows Desktop Other desktop icons are links to auxiliary BCS®XP programs-auxiliary programs enhance the functionality of the BCS® XP software-by performing a special task, for example. You’ll learn more about BCS® XP auxiliary programs throughout your online training. Select Next to continue.  Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhat is the icon on the desktop that looks like the red BCS® XP logo?That’s a shortcut icon to start the BCS® XP program. When you start Windows XP, BCS® XP shortcut icons appear on the Windows Desktop, in the Start menu, and on the Quick Launch bar. Click the BCS® XP desktop icon to start-or restart-the BCS® XP software. Click any of the auxiliary icons to start BCS® XP support programs. Other desktop icons are links to auxiliary BCS® XP programs that enhance the functionality of the BCS® XP software.16Congratulations!  You’ve just learned key features of the Windows XP operating system.  Next in your online training, you’ll learn about BCS® XP software… When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue.Congratulations! You’ve just learned key features of the Windows XP operating system! So far you’ve learned about the BCS® XP analyzer, hardware, and Windows operating system. The last component of the BCS® XP system is the software, which consists of six easy-to-operate screens that communicate information to the analyzer and receive data from the analyzer. A seventh screen provides Help when you need it.  You might say that the BCS® XP software is deceptively simple—each screen uses menus with commands that allow you to perform many tasks. You can also customize many settings in the software to meet the unique needs of your lab. Let’s take a closer look at the BCS® XP software—the workhorse of the BCS® XP system.   BCS® XP system software Learn about the BCS® XP system software. Slide NumberText BlocksCalloutsAudio ScriptImage File1Welcome to the virtual Hemostasis Lab The buttons located  in the Navigation bar open screens that you’ll use to operate the BCS® XP analyzer:  Loading screen Job List screen Reagent Overview screen Analyzer screen Calibration screen Control Journal screen See for yourself!  The Loading screen appears to the left.  Select the Job List button in the Navigation menu to view the Job List  screen. Note: If audio does not automatically start, select the play arrow in the top left to begin.Welcome to the virtual Hemostasis Lab! Click a button in the Navigation bar to open screens that you’ll use to operate the BCS® XP analyzer. These include the: •Loading screen, •Job List screen, Reagent Overview screen, •Analyzer screen, •Calibration screen, and the •Control Journal screen.2Job List Screen The screen on the left is the Job List screen. Select the Reagent Overview button in the Navigation bar to view the Reagent Overview screen.3Reagent Overview Screen The screen on the left is the Reagent Overview screen. Select the Analyzer button in the Navigation bar to view the Analyzer screen.4Analyzer Screen The screen on the left is the Analyzer screen. Select the Calibration button in the Navigation bar to view the Calibration screen.5Calibration Screen The screen on the left is the Calibration screen. Select the Control Journal button in the Navigation bar to view the Control Journal screen.6Control Journal Screen The screen on the left is the Control Journal Screen.  Select Next to continue.7BCS® XP-Software BCS® XP screens contain familiar features: Title bar: BCS® XP title, Login name, and Minimize/Restore/Close buttons Menu bar: Menus with commands Navigation bar: Navigation buttons to screens Toolbar: Commands for commonly used tasks Status area: Previous instrument status messages. Click the Info button for details about a selected status message. Let’s take a closer look at a few of these screen elements. On the Menu bar, click File.   Slide QuestionAnswer TextWhat is the Help button?The Navigation bar also includes a Help button, which is color-coded to indicate the status of the instrument, such as if the analyzer can measure the required assays. Red= System cannot operate Yellow= Some requirements missing Green = OK Click the Help button to get more information about the current message, or click the Status area below the Help button to view all previously displayed status messages.Select each number to review the corresponding text.Callouts Title bar Menu barNavigation barToolbarStatus areaJust like many other Windows-based programs, BCS® XP screens contain features that you are probably already familiar using. Let’s take a closer look at a few of these screen elements. On the Menu bar, click File. 8File Menu You’ll find the following commands on the File menu: Close window: Close any open dialog boxes. Save: Trigger a manual save. Print: Send a print request to the printer. Data Export: Export measurement curves, sample results, and calibration curves in ASCII or XML format. Quit: Close the BCS® XP program and shut down the instrument. Select Next to continue.Note:  Not all commands are available all the time. Inactive commands are marked in grey (which means they are unavailable).You’ll find the commands shown here on the File menu.9Routine Menu Commands on the Routine menu open the same screens that you can access using the Navigation bar buttons. You’ll also find the following commands on the Routine menu: QC: Open the external QC program, which stores and statistically manages QC results. Raw Data: View or print coagulation curves. Sample History:  View saved historical job lists. Select Next to continue.The Routine menu displays commands to open each screen; it is the same as using the Navigation bar buttons.10Definitions Menu You’ll find the following commands on the Definitions menu:  Lot info: View or edit reagent lot numbers and reference values for standards and controls. Profiles: Define test profiles. Racks: Define how racks will be used, such as for routine or STAT priority. Configuration: Customize certain BCS®XP software settings, such as language, alarm settings, Auto start programs, or Job List format. Select Next to continue.Note: Access to the Definitions menu depends on permissions defined for each user level.The Definitions menu allows you to customize several areas of the software. Access to these commands depends on permissions defined for each password level. 11System Menu You’ll find the following commands on the System menu: Initialzation: Initialize the analyzer or individual modules. Syringe: Rinse syringes and tubings, or change syringes. Probe: Wash or check a probe. Park position: Position the probes for cleaning and changing. Washing solution: Refill washing solution during operation. Tube disinfection: Disinfect the distilled water canister tubes. System liquids: Fill system liquids during operation. Shift change: Disinfect the system without shutting down the instrument. Login: Log in under a different user name. Change password: Change your password. Select Next to continue.In the System menu, you can define operational settings or investigate technical problems.12Help Menu You’ll find the following commands on the Help menu:  Click BCS® XP Instruction Manual to view the instruction manual online! Click Info to get information about BCS® XP software and auxiliary programs, such as version numbers, dates, and file locations. Select Next to continue.Click the Help menu to open a PDF version of the BCS® XP Instruction Manual, or get information about BCS® XP software and auxiliary programs, such as version numbers, dates, and file locations.13Logbook Click the Logbook icon in the System Tray to view warnings or error messages with explanations. Select Next to continue.  Note:  The information in the BCS® XP Help and the logbook complement each other. If the logbook button is flashing, the system has entered a report into the logbook.Remember the little apple icon in the System Tray? This is really the Logbook icon. Click this icon to view warnings or error messages with explanations.14Congratulations!  You’ve just learned key areas of the BCS® XP software.  Now you’ve been officially introduced to the key components of the BCS® XP system.When complete, select the X in the upper-right corner to close the window and continue.Congratulations! You’ve just learned about key areas of the BCS® XP software! Download Job Aids Select the document that you would like to download. Title Description BCS® XP User Level Access Permissions within BCS® XP and Windows XP software associated with different password/user levels BCS® XP Reagent Symbols Symbols used on labels for reagents, boxes, consumables BCS® XP Warning Labels Warning signs used for the BCS® XP system Keystroke Combinations Keyboard shortcut commands BCS® XP Routine Brief Instruction Short, one-page guide to perform routine BCS® XP tasks BCS® XP Maintenance Checklist BCS® XP Maintenance checklist Probe Exchange Program Step-by-step instruction manual for replacing worn or damaged sample or reagent probes QC Program Manual Instruction manual for using the external QC program BCS® XP Reference Guide-US Reference guide containing Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Application Sheets for assays run on the BCS® XP analyzer EasyTalk XP Manual Instruction manual for using EasyTalk XP software Select Next to continue.

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