Syngene G:BOX mini 6 User guide

G:BOX mini 6 and 9
Installation - Quick Guide
System components:
1. Darkroom with epi lighting (factory fitted)
2. Pre-fitted camera with lens, close-up lens and UV filter (factory fitted)
3. UV transilluminator (optional)
4. Syngene branded flash drive containing software installers, camera
calibration and media keys
5. All required cables and accessories
Caution: Do not connect power supply to any of the components until you
are satisfied that everything is connected correctly. For assistance please
contact your local supplier or Syngene.
Mount components (if purchased PC and monitor)
1. 1x G:BOX Mount bracket
2. 1x Monitor Mount bracket
3. 1x Monitor Mount spacer
4. 4x M4x16 screws
5. 8x M4X12 Screws
6. 4x M4x8 screws
Attaching the Mount (if purchased PC and monitor)
1. Remove the sticker from the front top cover.
2. Using 4 of the supplied M4X12 screws, carefully
place your monitor face down on a clear surface
taking care not to damage the screen. If the VESA
mount on the monitor is recessed it is
recommended that you use the supplied spacer
between the monitor and the monitor mount
bracket.
3. Using either the supplied M4X12 or M4X16
screws (dependant upon whether using the
spacer or not) attach the monitor mount (and
spacer if required) to the back of the monitor as
shown.
4. Lower the monitor onto the G:BOX mount
bracket and secure at the sides of the bracket
using the 4 M4X8 screws. 1
M4 X8 Screws
M4x16 Screws
M4x12 Screws
1
2
3

Darkroom set-up
1. Connect power cable to the back of the darkroom.
2. Connect the 2 USB cables to the computer.
PC set-up (if purchased)
You may require Administrator rights to install software.
1. Turn the PC on and plug the Syngene branded flash drive into your PC.
2. Navigate to the GeneSys folder on the flash drive and run the Setup
file. Follow the on-screen instructions and only proceed onto the next
when you have successfully finished the GeneSys installation.
3. Navigate to the Calibration folder on the flash drive and run Install file.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Installing GeneTools software
1. Plug the Syngene branded flash drive into your PC you wish to install
GeneTools on. Navigate to the GeneTools folder on the flash drive
and run the InstallGeneTools program.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to install and license the GeneTools
software.
G:BOX mini 6 and 9
Installation - Quick Guide
Camera connection
Darkroom/PC connection
Mains power connection
3. Connect other end of the 2 USB cables to the PC.
2
Darkroom lighting
1. Turn on the darkroom (switch at rear of G:BOX mini). With the
darkroom open slide the transilluminator (optional) between the
runners located on each side.
2. Connect the mains lead in the darkroom into the input socket on the
rear of the transilluminator. Make sure the power button on the
front of the transilluminator is turned on and close the door.

Contact Syngene:
Europe:
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
GBM69I1119
USA:
Tel: [phone] 662 2863
Email: [e-mail]
Additional safety information
1. The G:BOX mini mount is designed for up to 7kg. Any increase on this
could cause damage to the top cover.
2. Do not lift the darkroom from the opening on the posterior of the
top casing, this may cause damage.
3. Do not manually force the darkroom door open, this action has to be
completed within GeneSys, select Door Open icon to release the
electromagnetic door catch.
3
When using GeneSys software for the first time or when you have
purchased additional accessories, (e.g. converter screens), you need to
programme the accessories into GeneSys software.
Load GeneSys software
1. From the Home page select the View Available Hardware icon.
2. To enter this information simply click the appropriate buttons to
select the hardware that you have with your system. Selected items
will turn red.
3. Ensure you click Save.
G:BOX mini 6 and 9
Installation - Quick Guide
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