Genie® III
Isothermal amplification of DNA and RNA in a field-deployable instrument
Genie III is now available to order. This instrument has been specifically developed for outdoor use with weather-proofing and portability the primary design objectives. This smaller “hand-held” device only has a single heating block, taking the same 8-microtube strip developed for Genie II. Just like its big brother Genie II, Genie III also incorporates a rechargeable Lithium-Polymer battery that can support operation for a complete day.
Unlike the single channel fluorescence measurement arrangement in Genie II, Genie III has a two-colour fluorescence excitation and detection system. It also boasts wireless communications in the form of Bluetooth and WiFi that can be used for data communications and to support wireless peripherals such as a printer or barcode wand. Genie III also features satellite positioning via an integrated GPS receiver.
- Molecular Detection at Point of Application
- Isothermal amplification of DNA and RNA in a field-deployable instrument
- Fully Portable
- Compact and lightweight
- Dual-channel fluorescence excitation and measurement
- Internal long-lasting and fast-charging Li-Po battery
- Easy to Use
- Touchscreen control with simple and intuitive user interface
- Position Sensing
- Built-in GPS capability
- Standalone Operation via 4.3″ resistive touchscreen
- No requirement for a computer, wireless communications
- Affordable
- Low-cost instrument and consumables
- Wireless communications via Bluetooth and WiFi
- Positional information via GPS
| Technical Specifications | |
| Operational | |
| Detection method | Dual-channel Fluorescence 470 nm excitation, 510-560 nm emission 590 nm excitation, > 620 nm emission |
| Temperature control method | Block with 4-zone independent digital PID and heated lid |
| Temperature control range and accuracy | Ambient—100°C, ±0.1°C |
| Sample number | Single strip of 8 tubes |
| Sample volume | 10—150 µl |
| Physical | |
| Size | 250 (L) x 165 (W) x 85 (H) mm [10" x 6.5" x 3.5") |
| Weight | 1.75 kg [4 lb] |
| Operating temperature | 0°C—40°C |
| Storage temperature | 20°C—70°C |
| Environmental protection | IP40 |
| Interfaces | |
| Display / keyboard | Colour LCD 480 x 272 with resistive touchscreen |
| Positioning | GPS |
| Wireless data (1) | Bluetooth 2.0 |
| Wireless data (2) | Wi-Fi |
| Wired data | USB 2.0 |
| Electrical | |
| Battery type | Lithium Polymer |
| Battery capacity | 40 Wh |
| Battery charge time | < 1.5 hrs |
| External supply | 19 VDC |