BÜHLMANN Quantum Blue User manual

Quantum Blue®Reader Soware User Manual, Version 4.0
Release Date: 01-02-2021
Quantum Blue® Reader
QBSoft User Manual

Quantum Blue®Reader Soware User Manual, Version 4.0
Release Date: 01-02-2021
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TABLE OF CONTENT
CHAPTER 1: Introduction..............................................................................................................................4
1.1 Preface ....................................................................................................................................................4
1.2 General product description ....................................................................................................................4
1.3 System requirements...............................................................................................................................4
CHAPTER 2: Installation ...............................................................................................................................5
2.1 Installation of the QBSoft Software..........................................................................................................5
2.2 Installation process in two steps..............................................................................................................6
CHAPTER 3: Running Quantum Blue®Reader with QBSoft ........................................................................ 8
3.1 Connecting the Quantum Blue®Reader..................................................................................................8
3.2 Starting Quantum Blue®Reader..............................................................................................................8
3.3 Menu Bar.................................................................................................................................................9
3.4 Measurement.........................................................................................................................................10
3.5 Result Display........................................................................................................................................13
3.6 Results on device (Quantum Blue®Reader) .........................................................................................14
3.7 Results in the PC Backup......................................................................................................................15
3.8 Manage Test Methods ...........................................................................................................................16
3.9 Manage User IDs...................................................................................................................................17
CHAPTER 4: Uninstallation.........................................................................................................................18
4.1 Uninstall QBSoft Software.....................................................................................................................18
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CHAPTER 2: INSTALLATION
1.1 Preface
The instruction manual is intended for people who will be using the software described here. Errors in the
application can be avoided and trouble-free operation can be ensured only in knowledge of these operating
instructions. It is therefore necessary that the present operating instruction is known to the responsible
persons. For any damage or malfunction resulting from non-observance of the QBSoft Software Manual, we
assume no liability.
Please note the importance of the following symbol, classied according to ISO 3864-2:
Note symbol: Indicates general notes, useful operator tips and operating recom-
mendations which however do not affect the safety and health of the personnel.
1.2 General product description
Easy to use, comprehensive software for the user of the BÜHLMANN Quantum Blue® Reader, offering:
• Control of the Quantum Blue®Reader via PC
• Multi-language user interface
• Status display of important Quantum Blue®Reader functions
• Archiving of test data stored in the Quantum Blue®Reader or the QBSoft Software
• Management of test data stored in the Quantum Blue®Reader or the QBSoft Software
• Printing of all measured (and stored) test data
• Administration of Test Methods and Users in the Quantum Blue®Reader.
The QBSoft Software is designed for a typical workow in a diagnostic laboratory, including maintenance,
administration, archiving and printing of test data of the Quantum Blue®Reader. The installation of the QBSoft
Software should be performed by qualied persons with knowledge of software installations.
Manufacturer:
BÜHLMANN Laboratories AG
Baselstrasse 55
4124 Schönenbuch
www.buhlmannlabs.ch
1.3 System requirements
The installation of the software is very simple, straightforward and can be carried out on:
• Windows®7, 8, 10
• Installed current .NET Framework of your Windows®version
• Intel compatible PC with 1 GHz processor and a minimum of 512 MB RAM
• 100 MB available memory on the hard disc
• CD-ROM drive (optional)
• Monitor with a minimum resolution of 1024 x 768
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2.1 Installation of the QBSoft Software
Insert the CD-ROM.
Open the CD-ROM in the File Explorer.
Start “Software Installer.exe” from the “Software\QBSoft” directory.
Execute installation process.
The software offers the possibility to install QBSoft and drivers simultaneaously or independently.
• Remote control of the Quantum Blue
®
Reader by
your computer requires the installation of QBSoft
and its driver. Select “Install Driver & QBSoft” to
install both Driver and QBSoft Software
(recommended).
•
Manually select “Install Driver”, if QBSoft Soft-
ware is already installed.
•
Manually select “Install QBSoft”, if Driver is
already installed.
• To cancel the installation process select “Exit”.
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2.2 Installation process in two steps
If choosing “Install Driver and QBSoft”, a Setup Wizard will appear, guiding through the
installation process:
Note: When installation of Driver and QBSoft is chosen, the installation process is devided
into two steps:
• Step 1: Installation of Lateral Flow Reader (driver)
• Step 2: Installation of QBSoft Software
Step 1: Installation of Lateral Flow Reader
• Select “Next” to proceed the installation of the rst
installation step: The installation of the Lateral
Flow Reader.
• Select “Cancel” to stop the installation.
• Select “Next” to start the installation of the
Lateral Flow Reader.
• Select “Back” to return to the previous step.
• Select “Cancel” to stop the installation.
• To change the location, where to install the
Lateral Flow Reader, click “Browse” to select a
folder.
•
If Lateral Flow Reader should be installed for
everyone using the computer, select “Everyone”,
otherwise leave the pre-selected eld “Just me”.
•
After choosing the folder of installation, select
“Next” to proceed with the installation of the
Lateral Flow Reader.
• Select “Back” to return to the previous step.
• Select “Cancel” to stop the installation.

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• By selecting “Next” Lateral Flow Reader is being
installed. Wait until the installation is completed
and conrm installation.
• Select “Back” to return to the previous step.
• Select “Cancel” to stop the installation.
• After successful installation, the window on the
left appears.
• Select “Close” to nish the rst step of the instal-
lation process and proceed with the second step
of the installation: The installation of the QBSoft
Software.
Step 2: Installation of the QBSoft Software
The installation of QBSoft Software is necessary for
measurement.
•
Select “Next” to start the second installation step.
Installation of QBSoft Software will start automat-
ically. Repeat the same installation steps also
with the QBSoft Software Setup Wizard to
complete the installation process.
• Select “Close” to stop the installation of the
QBSoft Software.

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CHAPTER 3: RUNNING QUANTUM BLUE®READER WITH QBSOFTCHAPTER 3: RUNNING QUANTUM BLUE®READER WITH QBSOFT
3.1 Connecting the Quantum Blue®Reader
Connect the Quantum Blue®Reader to the PC via USB cable.
3.2 Starting Quantum Blue®Reader
• Press the ENTER (on Fig. 1, No. 5) button of Quantum Blue®Reader for three seconds to start the
reader. Wait for completion of automatic self-test and self-calibration.
• Start QBSoft Software by double-clicking the QBSoft icon.
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3.3 Menu Bar
The menu bar contains three menu groups, “File”, “Tools” and “Info”.
File
• Choose “Connect” to establish connection with
the Quantum Blue®Reader.
•
Choose “Select Port” if the QBSoft does not auto-
matically choose the correct port.
•
Choose “Disconnect” to close the connection
between QBSoft and the Quantum Blue®
Reader.
Tools
• Choose “Language” to select the language
setting for the entire user interface of the QBSoft.
After having chosen the required language, the
QBSoft Software must be closed by clicking on
the symbol and re-started again.
Info
• Choose “System Info” to display informations
about the QBSoft Software and the Quantum
Blue®Reader. Note that clicking on “Copy”
copies the information to the Windows®
Clipboard.
• Choose “About” to display information about the
QBSoft Software ID, software version and
manufacturer.

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3.4 Measurement
Click on “Measurement” (Fig. 2, No. 1) to perform a test run using the QBSoft Software. This function allows
the user to select a Test Method stored on the Quantum Blue®Reader and to scan a test cassette.
The system is ready for measurement, if the status bar at the bottom of the screen shows “Connected”
(Fig. 2, No. 2), “Drawer Closed” (Fig. 2, No. 3) and “Ready” (Fig. 2, No. 4). Also displayed in the status bar is
the memory status of the Quantum Blue®Reader. This example shows that 79 test results are currently stored
in the memory of the reader (Fig.2, No.5).
Fig. 2: Measurement screen
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