Spectrum Compact CE System

Benchtop, Personal CE System

The Spectrum Compact CE System is an integrated and efficient instrument that brings you the independence to perform Sanger sequencing and fragment analysis in your laboratory, under your control, and at your convenience.

It is designed for use with existing sequencing chemistries using fluorescently labeled dideoxynucleotide triphosphate and 4-, 5- and 6-dye STR kits from Promega and other commercially available kits.

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Spectrum Compact CE System for sequencing and fragment analysis, Front View

Optimized For a Broad Range of Sequencing and Fragment Analysis Applications

Sanger Sequencing

De novo sequencing
NGS confirmation
Resequencing
Mutation detection
Mitochondrial sequencing

Fragment Analysis

Microsatellites
PCR sizing
And many more...

Inserting a cartridge into the Spectrum Compact CE system.

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STR fragment analysis results using PowerPlex Fusion System and Spectrum Compact CE System

Electropherogram of 1ng of 2800M control DNA analyzed with PowerPlex® Fusion 6C System run on Spectrum Compact CE System. Injection was performed at 1.6kV for 9 seconds.

Single-Base Resolution

Spectrum Compact CE System achieves a 1bp resolution, as can be seen in the D12S391 locus in the PowerPlex® ESI 17 Fast System Allelic Ladder. Injection was performed at 1.6kV for 9 seconds.

Accurate and Fast Sequencing

Example sequence data from the Spectrum Compact CE system.

Representative portion of an electropherogram (Panel A) generated using the ProDye™ Terminator Sequencing System on a Spectrum Compact CE System. Injection was performed at 1.2kV for 4 seconds with Polymer7; Panel B shows raw data of standard sequencing run.

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Integrated Touch Screen Operation

The Spectrum Compact Control Software provides a simple user interface with a clear display of useful features including run set up, consumables and array usage information, as well as system maintenance reminders. With the easy to use operational workflow instrument, the instrument also offers the ability to monitor run progress and view results while a run is in progress. Export files are compatible with commercially available data analysis software.

Spectrum Compact CE System touch screen operation

System Consumables and Components

Plug-and-play prefilled consumables with guided software user interface brings capillary electrophoresis capabilities to the hands of any researcher in the laboratory regardless of skill level or expertise.

Not only is the Spectrum Compact CE System simple to set up and operate, related consumables such as prefilled buffers and polymer are available in convenient packaging. Accessories such as plates, strip tubes and septa mats are also available for purchase. All consumables use 2D barcoding to track key information.

Consumables Information

Cat. Number	Description	Size
CE2300	Spectrum Compact Buffer	2 pairs
CE2301	Spectrum Compact Cathode Septa Mat	10 each
CE2302	Spectrum Compact Cathode Retainer	4 each
CE2304	Spectrum Compact Polymer4; use with software v.6138000-XX*	4 × 64 wells
CE2404	Spectrum Compact Polymer4; use ONLY with software v.6138200-XX*	4 × 96 wells
CE2307	Spectrum Compact Polymer7; use with software v.6138000-XX*	4 × 64 wells
CE2407	Spectrum Compact Polymer7; use ONLY with software v.6138200-XX*	4 × 96 wells
CE2308	Strip Septa Mat, 8-Well	24 each
CE2332	Spectrum Compact Strip Base and Retainer, 32-Well	4 each
CE2340	Spectrum Compact Capillary Cartridge, 4-Capillary 36cm**	1 each
CE2399	Capillary Preservation Buffer	10ml

*Check your software version in "About", located in the footer on the "Main Menu" screen of the Spectrum Compact Control Software. For more information, review the Instrument Information section of the Spectrum Compact CE System Operating Manual #TMD058.

**When used with software v.6138000-XX, Cat.# CE2340, Spectrum Compact Capillary Cartridge, 4-Capillary 36cm, will display 200 injections; when used with software v.6138200-XX, 300 injections will be displayed. There is no hard-stop on capillary cartridge injections.

Specifications

Number of capillaries	4
Capillary array length	36cm
Number of dye colors	6
Throughput	Four 8-well strip tubes
Computer platform	Integrated touch screen with built-in computer
Polymer	Polymer4 and Polymer7
Data File Type	.fsa for fragment analysis and .ab1 for Sanger sequencing
Dimensions	40cm W x 60cm D x 60cm H (15.75in W x 23.62in D x 23.62in H)
Weight	45kg (99lb)
Power Input	100–240VAC, 50/60Hz, 260VA

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To learn more about operating and maintaining the instrument, check out our tutorial videos.

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GeneMarker®HID Software for Spectrum CE Systems

GeneMarker®HID Software for Spectrum CE System (GMHID-Spectrum) supports data analysis with all commercially available human identity kits. A range of reporting options are available to meet LIMS and report printing needs, and analysis and display options can be easily configured to support your laboratory's workflow. Other benefits include:

Database searching and relationship testing modules
Review tools, such as automated contamination checking and project comparison
Time savings of at least 25%
Less analyst intervention
Supports Spectrum (.promega) and existing CE data (.fsa and .hid files)

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GMHID Software Linked Navigation — Linked Navigation: Simply click on a peak or in the table to highlight data details.

GMHID Software Multi-Color View — Multi-Color View: View/comment/edit all dye channels for an allelic ladder or sample on one screen.

ProView™ Sequencing Software

ProView™ Sequencing Software is a customizable Sanger sequencing viewer capable of displaying .ab1 files generated on many currently available capillary electrophoresis (CE) sequencers. This software can be used to view and edit sequence information, display electropherograms, generate reports, display embedded information and save edited files in multiple formats.

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ProView Sequencing Software Sample Output

Service and Support

We understand that your work can’t stop, and we’re dedicated to minimizing any interruptions to your lab operations. On-site installation and operational training are included with purchase of the instrument, and preventive maintenance, applications training, validation and on-site service are also available. Promega scientists are ready to help, and we expect to be there when you need us.

Service

Phone-based and on-site consultation in addition to data analyses and summary reports are the kinds of options for support you can expect.

Installation

As you transition to include the Spectrum Compact CE System in your lab, we will be with you every step of the way. We offer on-site instrument, software and application training as well as timely on-site installation and service.

Maintenance

If you want regular servicing and maintenance, we can take care of you. In addition to standard maintenance contracts, we have additional packages to keep your Spectrum Compact CE System running.

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Protocols

Complete Protocol

Spectrum Compact CE System Operating ManualPDF (60038 KB) – English

Spectrum Compact CE System Remote Access ManualPDF (20691 KB) – English

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Use Restrictions

Not For Medical Diagnostic Use.

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What's in the box?

Item	Part #	Size
Spectrum Compact Buffer	CE2300	1 × 2 pairs
Spectrum Compact Polymer4; use with software v.6138000-XX	CE2304	1 × 4 × 64 wells
Spectrum Compact Polymer4; use ONLY with software v.6138200-XX	CE2404	1 × 4 × 96 wells
Spectrum Compact Polymer7; use with software v.6138000-XX	CE2307	1 × 4 × 64 wells
Spectrum Compact Polymer7; use ONLY with software v.6138200-XX	CE2407	1 × 4 × 96 wells
Capillary Preservation Buffer	CE2399	1 × 10ml
Spectrum Compact Capillary Cartridge, 4-Capillary 36cm	CE2340	1 × 1 each
Spectrum Compact Cathode Septa Mat	CE2301	1 × 10 each
Spectrum Compact Cathode Retainer	CE2302	1 × 4 each
Spectrum Compact Strip Base & Retainer, 32-Well	CE2332	1 × 4 each
Strip Septa Mat, 8-Well	CE2308	1 × 24 each
Barcode Scanner	CE5300	1 × 1 each

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