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PET InlineInstructions for UseAnimal Transport SystemOperationSample Positioning using the ATS
 
 
Sample Positioning using the ATS
In order to position a sample in the center of the imaging instrument, proceed as follows:
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Prepare the sample on the corresponding animal cradle.
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Connect the animal cradle to the ATS using the quick lock mechanism.
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Height Adjustment: The lever of the ATS drive train allows (see figure below) a small height adjustment. This may be of use to avoid vertical blockage in narrow setups or to position the region of interest precisely in the vertical center of the imaging instrument.
Turn clockwise to lift the lever and to increase the vertical position of the cradle top. In this direction, you need more force to lift the arrangement.
For vertically downward movement, turn anticlockwise until you feel almost no force any more.
Starting from there, please note that turning is limited to about 2-3 total turnings. Do not overtwist.
 
 
Use the non-magnetic tool, Bruker part number T175241, in case you need a tool in order to turn the Height Adjustment Screw more easily.
 
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Use the camera button  Camera Button_5mm [blue] to move the ATS to the camera view position used to define the desired imaging location. In the camera view position the sample area is displayed in the camera view.
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In the camera view, slide/move the red cross-hair on the touchscreen with the finger in the desired position, e. g. heart of a mouse.
Alternatively use  CameraArrow_Icon_up 5mm [blue] or  CameraArrow_Icon_down 5mm [blue] buttons for changing the cross-hair position.
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Confirm the sample position via the  Camera_WheelDoubleArrow 5mm [blue] button. The  Camera_WheelDoubleArrow 5mm [blue] changes into a blue check mark  Checkmark_5mm [blue] and the system takes a photo of the current sample position automatically.
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Touch the  MR Button_5mm [blue] button to move the sample to the measurement position in the center of the magnet. You can stop the movement any time pressing the red button at the user panel in the front cover. Alternatively, use initially the manual movement button  Arrow Button – forwards 5mm [blue] for the first movement to control the drive train visually while pressing the button.
 
CAUTION
Personal injury or property damage by moving parts
Crushing and squeezing of hands or fingers possible.
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Always visually control ATS movements.
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Check for parts being blocked prior to ATS movements.
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Take hands and fingers off prior to ATS movements.
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Do not approach ATS while moving. If needed, stop ATS before approach.