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Mirage Connect Rack Reader

The first and only fully networked camera-based reader on the market, equipped with Cryoprotection™. With high-resolution imaging and plug-and-play RJ45 connectivity, it ensures fast, reliable sample ID—even in frozen conditions.

  • Reads all current, commonly used, SBS racks including Acoustic tubes
  • Cryo-optimized design reduces fogging and protects frozen samples
  • 16 MP imaging sensor ensures precise and fast tube reads

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Product Details

Key Features

Wide Labware Compatibility & Robotics Friendly
  • Supports multiple rack formats, including 24, 48, 96,138 HD, 240, 384 racks and Acoustic racks as Standard
  • Low profile allows use on robotic integrations for liquid handling systems
  • Fully plug and play, no configuration required
  • Economically priced
Integration with DP5 Reader Software
  • Software designed and written in-house at Azenta
  • Decoding 2D codes is achieved using our own algorithm which we specifically developed for ‘tube sized’ codes
  • A network connection allows multiple users to access the DP5 software using the server address. It also enables communication with multiple units connected to the same network
  • The DP5 interface can be accessed via tablet or mobile phone using the same server address
  • AI enabled no tube detection
  • Exposure mode selection
  • Read retry with pause
  • Displays the results of the decoding and can identify the difference between a clear read, a damaged code, and a missing tube
  • Any tube image can be clicked on, and the individual read is shown (on the right-hand side) with the tube location and code
  • Mobile app available supported by ISO and Android- Free service to use and download
  • Free DP5 Software Upgrades: Lifetime 

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Cryoprotection™
  • The occurrence of condensation while reading 2D DataMatrix tubes straight from cryogenic storage is well known
  • Passive Cryoprotection is a special proprietary coating that eliminates the condensation and ensures uninterrupted reading
  • Our passive technology does not use heat or blown air, reducing any risk of thawing your samples
Specifications
  Mirage Connect Rack Reader
Dimensions (D x W x H) 208 x 135 x 80mm
Weight 1.35kg
Power adapter input: 100-240VAC, USB-C power
Power consumption ≤10 watts
Labware compatibility 24, 48, 96,138HD, 240, 384 racks and Acoustic racks as Standard– Unique to Azenta, with the advantage we can make additional templates for any commercially available SBS racks
Decoding camera technology 16 Megapixel auto focus camera
Decoding time < 2 seconds
Code compatibility 2D DataMatrix codes and linear codes with the addition of linear barcode attachment
Working temperature 5 to 35°C
Network compatibility full compatibility with both RJ45 and USB connections
DP5 Software specification network license allows multiple access to DP5 software and can connect multiple units and used via IP address or tablet/mobile phone
Data export CSV, Text, XLS, XML, JSON, Python, DB, PNG, E-mail
Operating system on host PC Windows® 10, 11
Warranty 2 years
Software includes remote control capability for integration applications; remote API / Lunix supported
Software upgrades free DP5 software upgrades: lifetime
  All software and instruments are built in house, NO OEM, which is unique to Azenta. We own 100% of the technology and the software. Continuous R&D development to ensure customer needs are always met, and technology or parts are continued and improved
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Part Numbers

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Mirage Connect Rack Reader
DP-MC Camera-based reader with small footprint and low height, with Cryoprotection for use with cold racks, suitable for Zero Configuration Networking; 1 reader

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