Manual EUROLineScan

Instructions for use
EUROLineScan
Software Version 3.4.14
EUROIMMUN Medizinische Labordiagnostika AG · D-23560 Lübeck · Seekamp 31 · Tel. 0 45 1/58 55-0 · Fax 58 55-591
Familiarity with the instructions for use is required to operate the software. Read
the instructions for use carefully and ensure that you have understood them fully.
Follow the safety instructions for your safety and that of the environment. You
can obtain additional information from customer service or an authorised repre-
sentative.
We reserve the right to make technical changes in the context of the improve-
ment of the functional properties and further development. This document is not
subject to updating.
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Document number ….……………………………………..YG_0006_A_UK_C07

Last revised ………………………………………………………………..12/08/16
Software Version…………………….………………………………………. 3.4.14
Translation of the original instructions for use
Issued by:
EUROIMMUN Medizinische Labordiagnostika AG

Seekamp 31
Germany-23560 Lübeck
Telephone: +49 (0) 451 5855 0
Fax: +49 (0) 451 5855 591
Internet: www.euroimmun.com
Contents
1 Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 7
1.1 About these instructions for use ................................................................................. 7
1.2 Explanation of symbols .............................................................................................. 8
1.3 Typographic conventions ........................................................................................... 8
1.4 Dealing with software errors, warranty and liability .................................................... 8
1.5 Dealing with software errors ...................................................................................... 9
1.6 Licence restriction .................................................................................................... 10
1.7 Customer support .................................................................................................... 10
2 Safety .............................................................................................................................. 11
2.1 Intended use ............................................................................................................ 11
2.2 Features EUROLineScan ........................................................................................ 11
2.3 System requirements ............................................................................................... 12
2.4 General safety instructions ...................................................................................... 12
2.5 User qualification ..................................................................................................... 13
3 Scope of delivery and accessories .................................................................................. 13
4 Installation ....................................................................................................................... 13
4.1 Program installation/update ..................................................................................... 13
4.2 Scanner installation.................................................................................................. 15
4.3 Open scanner calibration function ........................................................................... 19
4.4 Calibration ................................................................................................................ 19
4.5 Installation of the barcode scanner .......................................................................... 21
4.5.1 Symbol DS6707 ................................................................................................ 22
4.5.2 Honeywell Xenon 1900 ..................................................................................... 24
5 The program.................................................................................................................... 27
5.1 Reading in the template ........................................................................................... 28
5.1.1 Scanning the template ...................................................................................... 28
5.1.2 Scanning the barcode ....................................................................................... 29
5.1.3 Download from the internet ............................................................................... 29
5.2 Lot administration..................................................................................................... 30
5.3 New protocol ............................................................................................................ 31
5.3.1 Standard protocol ............................................................................................. 31
5.3.2 Allergy EUROASSAY protocol .......................................................................... 34
5.4 Select protocol ......................................................................................................... 35
5.5 Display/edit protocol................................................................................................. 36
Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 5

5.6 Test strip analysis .................................................................................................... 37
5.6.1 Reading in the stripes ....................................................................................... 37
5.6.2 Evaluate the stripes .......................................................................................... 38
5.6.3 Results .............................................................................................................. 39
5.6.4 Details ............................................................................................................... 41
5.6.5 Export values .................................................................................................... 44
5.6.6 Print evaluation results ..................................................................................... 45
5.6.7 Quantitative evaluation ..................................................................................... 51
5.7 Patient search .......................................................................................................... 52
5.8 Settings .................................................................................................................... 53
5.8.1 Program ............................................................................................................ 53
5.8.2 Database .......................................................................................................... 54
5.8.3 Print .................................................................................................................. 55
5.8.4 Protocol printout................................................................................................ 55
5.8.5 Overview printout .............................................................................................. 57
5.8.6 Single sheet printout ......................................................................................... 57
5.8.7 Address............................................................................................................. 59
5.8.8 PDF export........................................................................................................ 59
5.8.9 Connection........................................................................................................ 61
5.8.10 Protocol............................................................................................................. 61
5.8.11 Scan.................................................................................................................. 62
5.8.12 Detail................................................................................................................. 63
5.8.13 Evaluation ......................................................................................................... 64
5.8.14 EUROBlotOne .................................................................................................. 64
5.9 Info ........................................................................................................................... 64
5.10 Tests ........................................................................................................................ 65
6 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................. 65
6.1 Installation/Update ................................................................................................... 66
6.2 Program startup ....................................................................................................... 66
6.3 Protocol creation ...................................................................................................... 66
6.4 Evaluation ................................................................................................................ 67

1 Introduction
These instructions for use are intended for the user and to aid the safe and effi-
cient operation of the EUROLineScan software.
This document constitutes an essential feature of the device and must therefore be
kept in its working environment for the user.
The acknowledgement of these instructions for use is necessary for the operation of the
software. Read these instructions for use carefully and make sure that you have understood
everything. Follow the safety instructions for your safety and for the safety of your environ-
ment. Additional information is available from the Technical Service of the EUROIMMUN
AG..
1.1 About these instructions for use

All information and instructions in this document have been compiled taking into account the
applicable standards and regulations, the best available technology and our many years of
experience.
This manual describes the usage of EUROLineScan. The requirements for using the soft-
ware are:
 The user is familiar with the contents of these instructions for use and has compre-
hended them fully.
 The user is qualified to carry out the operation instructions described in these in-
structions for use.
 The user has fundamental knowledge of the use of a computer running the operat-
ing system Microsoft Windows XP or higher.
 These instructions for use must be stored near the EUROLineScan workplace to
ensure that it is accessible for the user anytime.

1.2 Explanation of symbols
Symbol Explanation
Refer to user manual
Manufacturer
Note, safety information
Recommendation
Highlights important information

Please note..
Identification of required user privileges
Table 1 Symbols
1.3 Typographic conventions

Some term categories are highlighted in these instructions for use so that they can be better
recognised.
Operating element……………………………………………….……..…………. ON/OFF
Window, Register ……………………………………………………………….“protocol”
1.4 Dealing with software errors, warranty and liability

1) EUROLineScan must only be used for its intended purpose (see chapter 2.1)
2) In general, the statutory warranty rights of the Federal Republic of Germany (pri-
marily the German Civil Code and Commercial Code) apply subject to the follow-
ing provisions, which may differ:
3) EUROLineScan must be inspected for defects immediately upon receipt. Discern-

ible defects must be reported immediately. If a defect does not become apparent
until later, it must be reported immediately after discovery. If notice of defect is de-
layed, the good is considered as approved.
4) EUROIMMUN AG is generally liable for breaches of contractual obligations of its

legal representatives or vicarious agents and for tort only for its own intentional or
grossly negligent actions, and otherwise only in the event of breach of an essen-
tial contractual obligation but limited in amount to damages foreseeable at the
time of conclusion of the agreement and typical for the agreement. This liability
limitation does not apply to damages arising from death, physical injury or dam-
age to health, if a defect is fraudulently concealed, if a guarantee of quality is not
observed, or to liability according to the Product Liability Act.

5) Within the scope of section 4) EUROIMMUN AG is not liable for damage com-
pensation claims due to a defect in material and also consequential damages, lost
profit, interruption of operation or loss of programs or electronic data.
6) Furthermore, within the scope of section 4), EUROIMMUN AG accepts no liability

for damages due to
 failure to follow these instructions for use
 use other than the intended use
 natural wear and tear
 the deployment of unqualified staff
 independent interventions such as conversions or technical modifications by

the user
 deactivation of safety equipment without permission
 use of reagents of other manufacturers
 use of spare parts or accessories items of other manufacturers
 use of hardware or software configurations of other manufacturers, i.e. lack of

compatibility of the EUROIMMUN software with third party configurations
7) Claims for supplementary performance shall become time-barred after 12 months

from the date of installation. The same applies to cancellation and diminution.
This deadline shall not apply insofar as the law prescribes longer limitation peri-
ods in cases of willful intent, fraudulent concealment of the defect and non-
observance of a guarantee of quality, the suspension and the recommencement
of limitation periods, remain unaffected.
8) Within the scope of supplementary performance, EUROIMMUN AG has the right

to choose rectification (repair) or subsequent delivery.
9) Assumption of liability presupposes that protocols processed with EUROLineScan

have been compiled and always checked for correctness by the user.
1.5 Dealing with software errors

Only a reproducible deviation from the software description is considered a software error. If
there is an obligation to correct a software error, EUROIMMUN AG shall meet this obligation
by updating the existing software. Until the software is updated, EUROIMMUN AG must pro-
vide an interim workaround solution if this is possible within a reasonable amount of time and
if the customer is otherwise unable to continue working on tasks which cannot be postponed.
EUROIMMUN AG shall receive all documents, information and network access from the cus-
tomer as needed to remedy software errors.

1.6 Licence restriction
The licencee is not permitted to make changes to the software directly or via a third party,
conduct reverse engineering, decompile or disassemble the EUROIMMUN software or at-
tempt to identify the source code using a different method.
1.7 Customer support

In case of questions or technical problems contact the EUROIMMUN-support:
 Telephone support analysis software: +49 451 5855-50500
 E-mail: softwaresupport@euroimmun.de

2 Safety
2.1 Intended use

EUROLineScan is designed for digital evaluation of EUROLINE test strips from
EUROIMMUN for the diagnosis of allergies, autoimmune diseases and infectious diseases.
As well as evaluating and printing results, EUROLineScan also automatically establishes a
patient archive.
Results obtained with the EUROLineScan program must be checked for their accuracy.
EUROIMMUN is only liable for the results obtained with EUROLineScan in accordance with
the German law for medical products. Both clinical and serological parameters should be
taken into account when making a diagnosis.
The personnel operating the program is required to compare the patterns of the bands of
every strip to the reactions shown on the evaluation result screen to assure the identity of the
results.
2.2 Features EUROLineScan

Automated evaluation of membrane-based test systems with EUROLineScan
 For all EUROIMMUN blot systems: EUROLINE, EUROLINE-WB, Westernblot
 For autoimmune diagnostics, infectious serology and allergy (incl. Allergy

EUROASSAY)
 EUROBlotCamera: digitalisation of strips while in the incubation tray
 EUROBlotScanner: digitalization of strips using flatbed scanner
 EUROBlotOne: Fully automated handling of immunoblot tests
 Fully automated identification, quantitation and assignment of bands
 Option to modify results (changes are automatically documented)
 Complete results obtained just a few minutes after finishing the incubation
 Fully automated administration and documentation of extensive individual data
 Electronic archiving of all images and data (avoids the need to store potentially
infectious blot strips)
EUROLineScan has been developed by EUROIMMUN to allow fully automated, quantitative

evaluation of membrane-based test systems, to facilitate administration of extensive
individual data and to provide detailed documentation of results - tasks which previously took
a lot of time. The incubated membrane strips are either scanned onto a protocol sheet using
a flatbed scanner (EUROBlotScanner) or photographed directly in the incubation tray using
a camera system (EUROBlotCamera or EUROBlotOne).

EUROLineScan recognizes the position of the strips, automatically correcting minor errors
resulting from inaccurate manual placement of the strips. It then identifies the bands and
measures their intensity.
The automated evaluation can be monitored and the data modified manually, whereby all
changes are automatically documented. The results are then saved together with the image
data.
It is no longer necessary to archive (potentially infectious) incubated test strips. A separate

results sheet can be produced for each patient. EUROIMMUN will help integrate
EUROLineScan into an already existing software environment
2.3 System requirements

Computer: Pentium of at least 350 MHz or compatible with Windows XP, Windows Vista,
Windows 7 or Windows 8, 512 MB RAM, around 1 GB disc space (around 120 MB for
installation, the rest for graphics and patient files), graphic resolution 1024 x 768 or higher.
Flatbed scanner: CanoScan LiDE series, at least 300 dpi (recommended: 600 dpi);
Camera system: to photograph the membrane strips directly in the incubation tray, only
available from EUROIMMUN.
Printer: a simple commercial printer is sufficient (for results and documentation).
Barcode scanner: Symbol DS6707 (only for allergy EUROASSAY).
2.4 General safety instructions

 EUROLineScan has been developed and manufactured in accordance with the
best currently available technology in compliance with the requirements of the EC
“Directive 98/79/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27th October
on in vitro diagnostic medical devices”.
 The software may only be used in accordance with its intended purpose.
 Please observe all the safety instructions, warning instructions and precautionary
measures included in these instructions for use.
 The software may only be operated by trained specialist staff.
 Familiarise yourself with the software before using it.
 Keep these instructions for use near to the software workplace, so that they are ac-
cessible at all times.
 The protective measures for the device may become ineffective if the software is
incorrectly operated.
 Configurations may only be performed by trained and authorized EUROIMMUN

technicians.

2.5 User qualification
The software may be used only by trained personnel who have been trained in its use and in
the relevant areas of application.
3 Scope of delivery and accessories
The actual delivery contents can deviate from the information described here in the case of
special models, additional ordering options or due to the recent technical changes.
Number Explanation Order number
1x Installation CD EUROLineScan YG 0006-0101
EUROLineScan calibration template

1x YG 0006-0101-1
(for flatbed scanner)
4 Installation
4.1 Program installation/update

When inserting the EUROLineScan CD, a menu will appear allowing you to choose between
“Install” and “Perform update”. The EUROLineScan setup recognises automatically if EURO-
LineScan has already been installed on the system and suggests the appropriate option.
In case the menu does not open automatically, start the program "Splash" on the EURO-
LineScan CD.
If the automatic recognition of the installation status fails, the update or installation program
can also be started manually by the user. To perform the installation, start the “Setup” pro-
gram in the homonymous subfolder “Setup” on the EUROLineScan CD. Accordingly, if you
wish to perform an update, select the program “Update” from the “Update” directory.
When updating from EUROLineScan version 3.1.24 or lower, it is necessary to unin-

stall the previously used interbase database system and replace it with a Firebird da-
tabase server. In order to do this, use the option “Exchange databases” in the start
menu of the EUROLineScan CD. However, the update program will indicate if it is
necessary to perform this function.
Local administrator rights are required in order to perform the installation and to swap
database systems. If you do not have the appropriate rights, an error message will
appear. In this case, please contact your administrator.

Initial Installation:
To perform the installation, click on the button Install and follow the instructions of the instal-
lation program. If you do not wish to install EUROLineScan under the default installation
path, you can select a new location.
During installation the Firebird database system is installed simultaneously. If Firebird is al-
ready installed on your system, a warning message may appear. EUROLineScan will try to
use the Firebird installation which is already available.
Update:
To update the EUROLineScan installation, click on the Perform Update button. The following
window will appear:
Figure 1 EUROLineScan update main screen

Number Description
The input field "EUROLineScan installation path" contains the directory that EURO-
1 LineScan is installed in, as determined by the update program. If an incorrect path was
determined, correct the entry before proceeding with the installation.
The entries in the “System status" field can usually be ignored. However, if you wish to
2 update a different database than the one currently selected in EUROLineScan, you need
to select the desired database from the drop-down menu “Database connection”..
Under “Install options”, check the box “Install components for allergy EUROASSAY
evaluation” if you are planning to evaluate these tests and the necessary components
3
have not yet been installed. Additionally, select the barcode reader that will be used to
read the EUROASSAY slides.
Note
› If EUROASSAYs have already been evaluated before the update, you do not need to
reinstall these components.
 Then proceed with Next.


 Please note that the update may take several minutes to complete.


Note
› In version 3.4.6 or higher EUROLineScan uses a new program database.

› If you are upgrading from an earlier EUROLineScan version, the program will create
a new, empty database.
› Any previously created protocols will be retained. To open these protocols, select the
database “euroscan_345” under “File -> Databases” in the EUROLineScan program.
4.2 Scanner installation

It is recommended to first install the ScanGear software and then to connect the scanner with
the computer. In case there was another scanner model installed on the computer, uninstall
the old scanner drivers first.
Install the ScanGear software from the enclosed CD. All other software included with the
scanner is not necessary. The steps required for the installation are illustrated below (using
the example of the CanoScan LiDE 200; the procedure may differ when other scanner types
are used).

Figure 2 Select region
 Select Region.
Figure 3 Select “Custom Install”.
 Select Custom Install.

Figure 4 Scanner installation - selection of the components to be installed.
 Only the option "ScanGear" should be activated.
Figure 5 Scanner installation - licence agreement
 Click on Yes to accept the licence agreement. The installation will start automati-
cally.

Figure 6 Scanner installation completed
 Confirm with Next.
Figure 7 Scanner installation, customer survey

 A participation in the above customer survey is not required in order to use EURO-
LineScan. You may close this window with Do not agree.
Figure 8 Scanner installation complete
 Activate the Restart the system now (recommended) option and click on the
Restart button. Your computer will perform a re-start.
4.3 Open scanner calibration function

The internal scanner calibration is triggered automatically when performing the
EUROLineScan calibration (cf. section 4.4).
4.4 Calibration
Note
› After installing/updating EUROLineScan or after any changes to the scanner (using

another device, installing a different scanner driver etc.), it is necessary to perform a
scanner validation.
By using a calibration card it can be checked whether the brightness values produced by the
scanner are still within the expected range.
The calibration function can be found in the menu under “File” -> "Calibration".
 To validate the scanner, place the calibration card onto the scanner and close the
cover.

 Check if the correct scan source is selected by clicking on the button Select
scanner.
 Click on Scan.
 The scanning interface by which the calibration target can be scanned opens au-
tomatically. The scanned image should include only the template itself and have a
resolution of 600 dpi (at least 300 dpi)
 If no scanner is connected to the computer, a previously saved image can also be

loaded for the calibration.
Figure 9 Scanning the calibration card
 After scanning the image click on Continue and then on Evaluate.
 EUROLineScan will now evaluate the brightness values and compare them with the
target brightness.
 Values which are within the permitted range are displayed in green. All other values
are displayed in red.

Figure 10 Evaluating the calibration card
 If all brightness levels are within the specified range, the scanner is considered val-
id and can be used with EUROLineScan.
 For archiving purposes, you now have the option of printing a calibration protocol.
 In this case, close the window by clicking on Exit.
Note
› If an error message is displayed, compare the view of the image on the left with the
smaller version on the right. The scanned image should be limited to the calibration
card, with the step wedge and the black bar completely visible.
› The calibration has to be performed before the first measurement and at regular inter-
vals thereafter (3 months recommended).
› If the scanner settings have been changed (e.g. by using the scanner with a different
program), the calibration has to be repeated as well.
4.5 Installation of the barcode scanner

If allergy EUROASSAY slides are to be evaluated with EUROLineScan, a barcode scanner
(Symbol DS6707 or Honeywell Xenon 1900) is required in order to read the two-dimensional
barcodes affixed to the slides. Installing the scanner driver is necessary for your system to be
able to communicate with the device.
If you selected the option “Install components for allergy EUROASSAY evaluation” during
setup or update, the driver setup will be started automatically.

4.5.1 Symbol DS6707
Figure 11 Installation of the barcode scanner Symbol DS6707
 Click Next to proceed.
Figure 12 Installation of the barcode scanner Symbol DS6707 – licence agreement
 Click Yes.

Figure 13 Installation of the barcode scanner Symbol DS6707 – selection of the destination folder
 Click Next to start the installation
Figure 14 Installation of the barcode scanner Symbol DS6707 – installation completed
 Uncheck “I would like to view the README file” and click finish.

4.5.2 Honeywell Xenon 1900
Figure 15 Installation of the barcode scanner Honeywell Xenon 1900
 Click Next.
Figure 16 Installation of the barcode scanner Honeywell Xenon 1900 – licence agreement
 Select the option “I accept the terms in the licence agreement” and click Next.

Figure 17 Installation of the barcode scanner Honeywell Xenon 1900 – selection of the destination folder
 Click Next.
Figure 18 Installation of the barcode scanner Honeywell Xenon 1900 – selection of the installation type
 Click Next.

Figure 19 Installation of the barcode scanner Honeywell Xenon 1900 – start of the installation
 Click Install and wait until the installation process is completed.
Figure 20 Installation of the barcode scanner Honeywell Xenon 1900 – installation completed
 Click Finish.

5 The program
The usual workflow in EUROLineScan consists of three steps:

 Scan the evaluation matrix (called “Template” in EUROLineScan) – only applies to
Westernblot and EUROLINE-WB
 Scan protocol
 Evaluation of protocol
These functions can easily be accessed by using the designated buttons in the main menu.
A description of each button can be viewed when holding the cursor for a few seconds on the
button.
These and other functions can be found in the main menu.
Figure 21 EUROLineScan main screen
The program is a MDI application (MDI = Multiple Document Interface). This means that all
windows are displayed in the main menu (with only a few exceptions). The individual win-
dows can be administered with the option "Window ".

Figure 22 Window menu
5.1 Reading in the template

For the evaluation of Westernblot strips, the template of a lot (i.e. the evaluation matrix) must
first be read into the program. This can be achieved by scanning the template (see chapter
5.1.1) using a flatbed scanner (see chapter 5.1.2), by reading it in with a barcode scanner
(see chapter 5.1.2) or via download from the internet (see chapter 5.1.3).
After this, save the data using Save. Otherwise all changes will be lost when the window is
closed.
5.1.1 Scanning the template
Figure 23 Scanning a westernblot evaluation matrix (flatbed scanner)
 First scan the image of the template with a flatbed scanner by clicking on the button
Scan picture.

 Should you find the wrong scanner is being used, you can select another device by
clicking on Select scanner.
 If the template is only available as an image file, it can be read in by clicking on

Load image. If prompted specify how many DPI the scanned picture will have.
 The picture should only contain the template and have 600 DPI (at least 300 DPI).
The preview image in the menu bar illustrates the correct orientation of the tem-
plate on the scanner (stripe is horizontal text box on the right side).
 After this, start the measuring of the band positions using Evaluate.
 In case of an error message, check if the template is positioned correctly and enter
the strip position manually. To do this, first activate the manual mode by clicking on
Manual. Then click in the picture on the left and right part of the strip box. The
measuring of the band positions starts automatically.
 If the process was completed successfully, the selection field “Test" should contain
the test in question. Select the desired test and enter the lot number of the West-
ernblot test strip (see text box on the evaluation matrix) and the number of test
strips contained in the test kit into the fields "Lot" and "Number".
5.1.2 Scanning the barcode

 For this step you require a barcode hand scanner.
 Click into the input field “Barcode" on the Barcode tab.
 Then scan in all the barcodes on the template (in any order) using the hand scan-
ner. If the barcode was read correctly, the lot is displayed on the left side.
 When all barcodes on the template were scanned successfully, the writing on the
left will be displayed in green and the input fields below will become editable.
 Please check if the entries in the test, lot and number fields are correct.
5.1.3 Download from the internet

 If you have a PC with internet access, click onto the "Download" tab. Enter the
complete lot name into the “Lot” text field.
 Make sure to enter the lot name correctly. Otherwise you will not be able to exit the
input field.
 When you click on Download, the program downloads the required data for this lot.
The process only takes seconds.
 In case of problems, a message will appear. Otherwise the test, lot and number
fields will be automatically filled with the respective data. Please check if these are
correct.

5.2 Lot administration
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4
1
Figure 24 Lot adminstration
The lots can be viewed, edited and deleted in this menu. The table in the middle contains the
list of lots, which can be filtered using the settings on the right side
Number Explanation
The difference between "Available lots" and "Lots not available" is the present stock value larger
1 than zero ("Available strips", "Str_Cur“). "Default lots" are special lots that are only used for EURO-
LINE tests, for which the amount does not change (Allergy, Autoantibodies and Infectious serology).
The order of the list can be changed by clicking the head of each column. A second click reverses
2 the sorting order. The column width can be altered by placing the cursor on the bordering line in the
head. Press and hold the left mouse button simultaneously pulling the line to the required width.
If an entered lot does not appear in the selection of a new protocol, the number of available strips
3
must then be set at 0.
The number of used lots is automatically subtracted from the stock when entering into the new pro-
tocol. If a lot number is to be changed select the correct number out of the list and click Change.
4 The amount for the starting stock "Number of strips" and the present stock "Available strips" can
now be changed. By clicking Accept the new values are put into the data base, whereas clicking on
Cancel will delete these values.
5 If a lot has not been used in a protocol yet, it can be deleted via Delete lot.

5.3 New protocol
Figure 25 Creating a new protocol
 First, select a name for the new protocol. This name must not previously have been
used for another protocol and have a maximal length of 64 characters.
 Moreover, the protocol type has to be selected. For Westernblot and EUROLINE
strips, use “Standard protocol”, for evaluation of EUROASSAY slides, select
“Allergy EUROASSAY”.
5.3.1 Standard protocol

A window will open for entering the data of the protocol:
2 4
7
3
8
9
5
Figure 26 Entering a new protocol

Number Description
In the upper area "Category" can be entered or selected from the list. This will help to retrieve the
1
protocol at a later date.
The entry for the "Operator" is the same as the user name registered for Windows and is pre-set,
2
which however can be changed if desired.
3 The Incubation date of the strip can be entered as well and defaults to the current date.
The table lists the three required fields for each strip of the protocol. Any text can be entered into the
column "Patient ID". The column “Test” will list all tests stored in the database; select the test you
4 wish to perform. In the column “Lot”, all lots matching the chosen test are available. Westernblot and
Euroline-WB strip lot numbers must have a stock value larger than zero (see column "Str_Cur" in lot
administration figure 24-3 lot administration)
Any strip which is missing required information will be hightlighted in red. In this case, select
the row in question and the program will display a message outlining the error in the upper
right corner of the window.
In case serveral errors occur for that particular strip, a text indicating “X more errors” will
appear. Hover your mouse over it to see a complete list of all errors.
Figure 27 Display of errors during protocol entry
Recommendation
› If the list of test selections is too long, you can filter the tests being displayed using
the “Selection” box on the right hand side of the window.
Number Explanation
Additional data can be entered for each strip on the left side. Only the data pertaining to the select-
5 ed strip is displayed.
A new strip can be added to the protocol by clicking Append or by using the arrow key downwards
6
in the last line of the table.
7 The Insert button will add a new strip before the currently selected one.

Note
› A newly added strip by default uses the same test as the one before it. If, however,
the option “Class change” is activated, the software will automatically switch between
the Ig classes of a test (e.g. IgG and IgM).
Number Description
8 Delete will remove the selected strip from the protocol.
To simplify entering long protocols, the settings of the last strip can be repeated by using
9
Copy .
Once the protocol has been completed, it can be transferred to the green sheet with the
10 Print button. Additionally, you can view the printout on your screen with the button Show
preview .
After printing the incubated strips can then be adhered onto this green sheet by applying the
adhesive foil to the sheet, placing the strips upon it and waiting for them to dry.
Figure 28 Incubated strips on green paper
Note
› The strips can be placed anywhere within the box and do not need to be aligned
perfectly, as long as they are applied face up and the label points toward the left
side. Slightly slanted strips (shown in the example above) will also not cause
problems.
CAUTION DATA LOSS

› Before closing the window, save your changes with the Save button,
otherwise the data entered will be lost.

5.3.2 Allergy EUROASSAY protocol
In order to evaluate EUROASSAY slides, select “Allergy EUROASSAY” as the protocol type
when creating a new protocol.
Figure 29 Entering a EUROASSAY protocol
The protocol creation form looks very similar to the one for standard protocols (see Figure 26
Page 31), the main difference being that the test cannot be selected manually. Instead, use
the barcode scanner to capture the barcode attached to each slide. A new strip will automati-
cally be appended to the protocol and the information contained in the barcode will be en-
1
tered into the form. The patient ID has to be filled manually.
Scanning the same slide a second time will not cause another strip to be appended; instead,
the program will highlight the row in the table associated with the strip in question.
2
Once all slides have been scanned, click Save to save the protocol to the database.
Afterwards, prepare the slides for evaluation by inserting them into the green plastic tray. The
order and orientation of the slides are irrelevant; EUROLineScan will automatically identify
each slide.
If the barcode scanner does not work properly or any error messages appear, please refer to
section 6 Troubleshooting for further instructions.

5.4 Select protocol
All protocols are saved and listed in this database. The sorting order can be changed by
clicking the column headers. By clicking several times, the order can be changed from
ascending to descending and vice versa.
Figure 30 Protocol selection
Recommendation
› If the list is too extensive, the list of displayed protocols can be shortened by applying
several filter criteria. Clicking Additional options toggles the filter options panel.
By default, only the protocols created during the last seven days will be displayed. In order to
view all protocols, simply uncheck the box “Only within period”.
To select a protocol mark and confirm with OK or with double click.

5.5 Display/edit protocol
This option allows you to view and edit existing protocols.
Initially, all editing options for a protocol are disabled.
2
1
Figure 31 Editing a protocol (locked state)
Nummer Explanation
If you would like to alter the protocol select Change. For further information on how to edit a
1 protocol, please refer to the chapter "New protocol". Any changes made here need to be
saved before closing the protocol; otherwise, they will be discarded.
Using the button Copy, you can create a duplicate of the current protocol with a name of
2
your choice. Any evaluation results, however, will not be copied
To remove the protocol from the database use Delete. When deleting a protocol, you are
3 also given the option to free the lots that have been used in the protocol, thus increasing the
number of available strips for the lots in question
CAUTION DATA LOSS
› When editing data that directly affects the evaluation (test, lot, number
and order of strips), any existing evaluation results will be discarded

5.6 Test strip analysis
This window is used to evaluate protocols and review previously evaluated ones. The two
tabs on top of the screen allow you to easily switch between image scanning (“Picture” tab)
and result overview mode (“Result” tab).
5.6.1 Reading in the stripes

The strip pictures can be scanned either with a flatbed scanner, a EUROBlotCamera system
or a EUROBlotOne.
Flatbedscanner
If you are using a flatbed scanner, place the green sheet with the strips (compare section 4.3
“New protocol”) on the scanner.
EUROBlotCamera
For a EUROBlotCamera system, leave the strips in the incubation tray and put the tray into
the Camera’s loading drawer after aspirating the liquid from each channel.
EUROBlotOne
When using the EUROBlotOne, the protocol has to be transmitted to the device first. If you
have not yet done so after creating the protocol, you can send the protocol by clicking on
Scan picture .
Now the images can be scanned and evaluated. This procedure is identical no matter how
the strip pictures have been scanned (flatbed scanner, EUROBlotCamera or EUROBlotOne).
Figure 32 Scanned worksheet picture (flatbed scanner)

 The picture can be scanned in with Scan picture or can be loaded from a file in
BMP or PNG format by clicking Load picture. If the wrong scanner has been
chosen, select the correct scanner or if available the EUROBlotCamera or
EUROBlotOne with Select scanner.
Note
› When the picture is read in with a flat bed scanner, note that the area to be scanned
in should be restricted to the strips without cutting the any part of the strips out. The
resolution should be 600 DPI (minimum of 300 DPI).
Recommendation
› A scanned picture can be stored on your hard drive by clicking Save picture. While
this is not necessary for the evaluation itself, it is recommended to do so before
contacting the EUROIMMUN support in case of an unclear or failed evaluation.
When loading a picture from the file system, you may be prompted for the image source and
resolution value of the picture.
It is possible to scan multiple images for a protocol (e.g. in case of a protocol with more than
40 strips). In order to do so, simply click on Scan picture or Load picture a second time. Now
you will be asked whether the previously scanned image should be discarded. In order to
combine both pictures, select No.
5.6.2 Evaluate the stripes

If the picture was correctly scanned the automatic evaluation can be started by clicking
Evaluate. This procedure may take several minutes depending on the capacity of the
computer. The present stage of the evaluation can be monitored on the progress bar. When
the evaluation procedure is completed the program automatically switches to the "Results"
template.

5.6.3 Results
This template displays the results in a table.
Figure 33 Results of a successful evaluation
Number Description
The green strip above the table indicates that no errors occurred during evaluation. In case of
1 any errors, the strip will be marked red instead; in this case, you can see a list of all problems by
clicking Display errors.
In the first column of the result table, the strip pictures are displayed. The individual bands are
marked above the test strip. Further information is available when placing the cursor on the
2
band.
Patient data and the total result of the strip (if applicable) are listed in the right column.
The result can be edited directly in the table if the option “Edit results” has been checked. By
clicking several times on the individual bands, you can cycle through all possible results for a
3 band. An edited band will be highlighted in blue. If the result "Discrepant" appears on the right
side, this must be evaluated by manually selecting the total result (negative, borderline or posi-
tive), otherwise the protocol cannot be saved.

Note
Incorrect Evaluation
› Should an error occur during evaluation, the strip in question will be highlighted in
red.
› The protocol cannot be saved, printed or exported before all errors have been cor-
rected. Additionally, you have the option of disabling a strip by marking it in the result
table and click the button Disable strip; the strip will now be marked in yellow.
› The program will not display any results for a disabled strip – on the printout, you will
only see a comment indicating the strip has been disabled and it will be skipped
when exporting the protocol to a LIS.
› Once all faulty strips have been corrected or disabled, the protocol can be saved as
usual.
Number Explanation
By marking a test strip and clicking on Detail or by clicking the right mouse button and select
4
Details you will have access to further information, which is displayed in another window.
Click the right mouse button on the table and the option "Export values" will appear. This
5 converts the evaluation results into a text file and enables the user to import the file into another
program. For further information regarding this export, please refer to section 0 “Export values”.
In order to print your evaluation results, click Print. This opens the print menu which is described
6 in detail in section 5.6.5 Export values.
All results and any modifications are only stored in the database after clicking Save. This button
7
only becomes active after the protocol has been changed.

5.6.4 Details
This window contains all information concerning a single strip.
Figure 34 Detail view of an evaluated strip
Using the navigation arrows at the top of the window, you can switch between all strips in the
protocol. Below this, the picture of the strip and the intensity curve are displayed. You can
adjust the size of the strip picture using the “Zoom” slider:

Figure 35 Using the zoom function
The checkboxes underneath the picture allow you to customise the display.
Parameter Explanation
"Absolute intensity" Refers to the brightness curve for the complete test strip
Displays the intensity curve, which takes into accout the background brightness
"Normalised intensity" (which, in turn, is charted as the “negative control zone”). This curve is used to
determine the intensity of the bands.
"Band" With the checkbox Band the plotting function of the bands can be turned on or off.
If a band has not been assigned to a near peak in the curve, place a check in
"Peak search"
"Peak search" to display the area around the band that is being viewed.
The cut-off is only available for infectious serology and autoantibody tests. If this
Cut-off option is checked, the intensity area for a borderline result is marked in yellow. All
intensities above the cut-off value will lead to a positive band result
The position of the alignment bar for Westernblot and EUROLINE-WB (also called
Positioning mark Positioning mark in EUROLineScan) can be adjusted. In order to do so, click on
correction "Positioning mark correction" and then click on the new position in the graph. A
second click on the same button cancels the procedure.
For EUROLINE tests, each band can be moved separately by right-clicking the band in ques-
tion and dragging it to the desired position.

These functions can be used if the evaluation performed by the software does not match
your interpretation of the results. After moving a band or the positioning mark, all band re-
sults and, if applicable, the total result of the strip will be automatically re-calculated.
Individual band results can be edited by clicking on the band in the intensity graph. In order
to change the total result, simply select a different result from the table in the bottom right
corner of the window.
All changes are highlighted in blue and can be discarded by clicking on Reset values.
On the left side of the detail view, you will also find a table listing all strip
and patient data as well as a text field in which you can enter an additional
comment concerning the current strip.
For certain tests, this also displays additional information generated by the
software; these comments cannot be changed by the user.
Moreover, the picture field in the top half of the window displays the inten-
sity threshold values for the different band results (in the example on the
left, these are 0-11 for negative, 12 to 18 for borderline and 19 to 256 for a
positive result).
Please be aware that the threshold values vary depending on the selected
test and the image acquisition device.

5.6.5 Export values
For statistical purposes, it is possible to export the evaluation results into a text file that can
later be read with a third-party software (e.g. Excel).
This function is not intended to establish a connection to a laboratory information sys-

tem (LIS). For this, EUROLineScan offers several different connection formats which
are available via the “Connection” section of the settings menu.
Before exporting the results into a text file, the export format needs to be selected. You can
select between several predefined formats (on the left side of the window) and user-defined
formats which can be customised with the settings on the right. The test strip(s) to be
exported can be selected from the list in the middle.
Next, select the data you want to export from the “Content” list on the top right.
“Value order” is referring to the orientation of the values (i.e. left to right or top to bottom).
In addition, the separator between the individual data sets can be selected to help ensure
conformity of the output format in the other program.
If you have made all the desired settings for the export, click on Save to export the data into
the new file.
Figure 36 Export values

5.6.6 Print evaluation results
For archiving purposes, you have the option to print your evaluation results. EUROLineScan
offers three different printout formats that can be accessed via the tabs on the top of the print
form:
Figure 37 Printout format selection
For every printout, the right side of the window contains a preview that displays a thumbnail
version of the printed page which you can use to determine the effects of the print settings.
By clicking and holding the left mouse button, you can move the section of the image that is
displayed, while you can use the mouse wheel to zoom in and out.
The preview function can be deactivated by clicking the button Dynamic preview in the bot-
tom left corner of the window.
Via the bottom menu bar, you can access the following functions:
Should the available print settings not suffice to adjust the printout to your liking,
“Design report”: you can use the template editor to freely customise the printout. Please contact
EUROIMMUN support for further information on this feature.
“Show preview”: A fullscreen version of the print preview.
Starts the print process. First, this will display the print menu that you can use to
“Print”: select the desired printer and set print and page settings (depending on the printer
in question). Afterwards, the actual print process will be started.
As an alternative to printing on paper, you can also export the printout into a PDF
document. The contents of this export are identical to the printed version. The
“PDF export”:
settings menu (section “PDF export”) offers various options for automating this
export.
Moreover, for every print format you can select between several print templates. These are
pre-made printouts that cover the most common requirements with regards to printing. In the
description of each print format, you will find an explanation of the available templates.
5.6.6.1 Overview printout

The overview printout offers a tabular display of all strips in the protocol. However, using the
fields “Include strips from / to”, you can limit the range of strips being printed.
The following print templates are available for this printout:

“Custom template”: Select this template if you used the template editor (“Design report”) to create a
customised printout.
“Standard”: A flexible multi-purpose template that will suffice for most situations. This tem-
plate closely resembles to the printouts in older EUROLineScan versions.
“With lab name and Similar to the “Standard” template, with the name and address of the laboratory
address”: displayed in the page header. You can set these values in the section “Address”
of the settings menu.
“With list of Instead of the overview table listing all bands and their respective results and
positive bands”: intensities, this printout contains a comma-separated list of all bands with a
positive result. Negative and borderline bands are not listed.
The following settings are available for the overview printout:
“With intensities”: If this option is selected, the band table will also contain the intensity of each
band; otherwise, only the result level will be displayed.
“With picture”: Specifies whether the image of a strip is to be displayed on the printout.
“Corrected intensities”: If the result of a band has been manually changed after the evaluation, EURO-
LineScan will still display the original intensity by default. If, however, this option
has been checked, the software will instead print an intensity that is in the mid-
dle of the intensity range for the newly selected result.
“Old format for With this option you can switch to an alternative display format for Westernblot
Westernblot”: strips: Instead of the band table, a comma-separated list of positive bands will
be displayed.
“With grade in picture”: If this option is set, the strip picture will also contain the result level for each
band (as opposed to the band name only).
“Data fields”: You can use this list to specify which strip and patient data is to be displayed on
the leftmost column of the overview table.
Figure 38 Old format for Westernblot
5.6.6.2 Single sheets

The single-sheet printout offers detailed information pertaining to a single strip. This involves
the picture of the strip, a list of all bands on it, band and strip results and, depending on the
test that has been performed, also additional information concerning the interpretation of
results, additional comments by the user and a breakdown of allergen mixes.
The following print templates are available for the single-sheet printout:

Select this template if you used the template editor (“Design report”) to create a
“Custom template”:
customised printout.
A flexible multi-purpose template that will suffice for most situations. This template
„Standard“:
closely resembles to the printouts in older EUROLineScan versions.
This template can be used in order to split the results of one strip into several
printouts. Before printing, you will be prompted for the desired number of bands on
“Split report”:
each page; the software then automatically determines the number of printouts
required.
The following settings are available for the overview printout:
Specifies whether the selected logo should be printed at the beginning of the
“Print logo”:
page.
Here you can enter the full path (including file name) to an image file that is to be
used as a logo. Alternatively, you can use the button “…” to open an image se-
“Logo”: lection dialog.
The supported picture formats are PNG, GIF, JPG and BMP.
“Logo size”: This slider can be used to set the size of the logo on the printout.
For some tests (mainly allergy diagnostics), a concentration value will be dis-
“Without
played by default instead of the band intensity. If this setting is enabled, intensities
concentrations”: will always be printed, even if a concentration is available.
If this option is checked, an intensity curve will be drawn above the strip picture for
“Intensity graph for EUROLINE strips.
EUROLINE”: Please note that this will significantly enlarge the page header, which might
cause the printout to require multiple pages.
For certain tests, you have the option to print a so-called legend, i.e. a table ex-
“Print with legend”: plaining all possible band results and their clinical significance. Use this setting to
specify whether this table should be printed or not.
Should a printout comprise multiple pages, this setting determines whether the
“Header on every page”: page header (logo, lab name and address) will be printed only on the first page or
on all of them.
If you specified a lab name and/or address in the settings menu, use this setting to
“Print address”:
include it in the printout.
If this setting is active, control and indicator bands will be listed on the printout;
“Print indicator bands“
otherwise they will be skipped.
When activated, the negative control zone (cf. section 5.6.4

“Negative control zone”: Details) will be included in the printout. For EUROLINE tests, this setting is only
available if the option “Intensity graph for EUROLINE” is active as well.
“Signature at bottom”: Moves the signature field to the bottom of the page; otherwise, it will be printed

right below the band table.
“Also print short By default, only the full names of the bands are printed. If this setting is active, the
band names”: software will also print the short name (antigen/allergen code) in brackets.
You can use this list to specify which strip and patient data is to be displayed on
“Data fields”:
top of the page.
“Quantitative evaluation”: See section Quantitative evaluation 5.6.7 Quantitative evaluation.
The following settings are available for the single-sheet printout:
5.6.6.3 Consolidated single-sheets

The consolidated single-sheet printout allows you to combine the results of multiple strips
into a single printout. Use the selection list on the bottom left to specify which bands should
appear on the printout.
Only strips that have the same patient ID can be combined.
Figure 39 Selecting the bands to be printed
It is possible to either select a whole strip for the printout (by checking the strip itself) or to
limit the selection to certain bands. In order to do so, open the band list by clicking the white
arrow next to the strip. Now you can select any number of bands from the strip to be printed.
For the consolidated single-sheet printout, three different print templates are available:
With this template, all selected bands will be collected in a single printout, but the
”Grouped by strip”:
bands for each strip are separated from the others by a table header.

Figure 40 Consolidated single-sheet printout, grouped by strip
This template comes without the intensity bar; instead a second column of band
“Dual-column”:
information is displayed, making for a very compact printout.

Figure 41 Single-sheet printout – dual-column
This template resembles the setting “Grouped by strip” with the header bars be-
“With intensity bar”:
tween the individual strips removed.
All other settings available for this printout are identical to the settings for regular sin-
gle-sheet printouts as described in the previous section.

5.6.7 Quantitative evaluation
From version 3.4.10 on, EUROLineScan supports a quantitative evaluation of test strips. In
order to access this function, use the single-sheet print template “Quantitative evaluation”.
The quantitative result is represented by the ratio, which is calculated as the quotient of the
band intensity and the minimal intensity required for a positive band result.
Figure 42 Example for the quantitative evaluation printout

5.7 Patient search
This template enables a flexible search for results of evaluations in the database.
Figure 43 Results of patient search
The search function allows you to filter all evaluated strips by a variety of search criteria. For
example, if a search for all test results regarding one patient is required, select Details,
PatientID. The selection field for details will appear on the right, in which the required patient
information can entered. Each entry can be removed from the list by clicking on Delete
beside each entry field. To restore original view click Delete all, this will remove all
preferences. Additional preferences can also be added to restrict the search even more.
In order to speed up the search process, the maximum number of results is restricted to 50
by default. Any further matches will be discarded and you will see a message advising you to
refine your search criteria. If desired, this number can be adjusted using the dropdown list
“Maxmium number of search results”.
To start the search press Search.
In the lower table you will see a list of the test strips corresponding to the preferences. This is
set up similar to the test strip analysis, however the values cannot be edited. A detailed view
can be achieved using the button Details or by clicking with the right mouse button on the
table selecting Details in the menu.
To print single-sheets click with the right mouse button on the test strip and select Print.

5.8 Settings
This menu allows you to customise various aspects of the software. The available settings
are grouped in different sections, which are described in detail below.
After adjusting the settings, click the button OK to save your changes or Cancel to
discard them.
5.8.1 Program
This section contains general program settings.
“Language”: The language in which program texts are displayed
“Picture of strips”,
These values depend on the selected data source and are displayed only for in-
“Protocol pictures”,
formation purposes.
“Template pictures”:
„Login“: If a password has been entered here (repeat in the second field), the user will be
prompted for a login when starting the program. If the login fails, the program
cannot be used. In order to remove the password prompt, simply clear these edit
fields again.
“Preferred image Indicates the graphic format used by EUROLineScan to save scanned images.
format”: The recommended format is PNG.
“Data folder”: Here you can determine where EUROLineScan stores evaluation data and pro-
gram settings.
The active Windows user account requires write access to the directory
specified here.
“Restore default In case of errors during program configuration, you can use this button to restore
Settings”: the default settings.
“Export settings” For backup or migration purposes, this button allows you to export the current
settings into a .zip archive.
The button “Import settings” allows you to load the program configuration from
such an archive.

Figure 44 Settings menu –section “Program”
5.8.2 Database
This section allows you to perform database-specific settings.
“Database”: The database connection used by EUROLineScan.
The configuration file, from which the available database connections will be load-
“Databases”:
ed.
By default, a database connection chosen via quick selection (“File” -> “Data-
“Save quick data source
base”) will only be used for the current program session and reset when restarting
changes”:
the software. If this option is checked, the selection will remain.
When active, pictures of the individual test strips will be loaded from (and saved
“Load strip pictures from
to) the program database. Otherwise, the “strip path” associated with the current
database”:
data source will be used.
In the database configuration file, validity date can be set for each data source. If
“Use newest valid data this setting is activated, EUROLineScan will automatically use the newest valid
source”: data source. For further information concerning this configuration, please contact
EUROIMMUN support or your administrator.
“Check database EUROLineScan uses several control mechanisms to ensure the selected data-
version on startup”: base is valid. By deactivating this setting, you candisable these checks.

CAUTION DATA LOSS
Please modify these settings only if instructed by EUROIMMUN

support. Otherwise, loss or corruption of data may occur.
Figure 45 Settings menu – section „Database“
5.8.3 Print
In this section you can select between the available print components (“FastReport” or “Na-
tive”). “FastReport” is a collection of customisable print routines as described in section 5.6.5.
“Native”, on the other hand, refers to the printout function as used in older EUROLineScan
verisons.
Recommendation
Unless otherwise instructed by EUROIMMUN support, you should use the option
„FastReport“.
5.8.4 Protocol printout

In this window you can define the print settings for unevaluated protocols.
“Without space for By default the protocol printout contains an empty space for incubated strips to be

strips”: placed. Activate this option if you wish to prevent this.
Only for print component “Native”: If this box is checked, the printout will contain a
“Print band list”: section listing all distinct tests in the protocol as well as the bands (allergens/antigens)
on each strip.
“Protocol printout Only for print component “Native”: Use this list to determine which strip and patient
mustContain”: data should appear on the printout.
Figure 46 Settings menu–section “Protocol”

5.8.5 Overview printout
Here, the print settings for evaluated protocols can be defined.
All settings available in this section are identical to the ones described in chapter 5.6.5.1
“Overview printout”.
Figure 47 Settings menu – section “Overview”
5.8.6 Single sheet printout

In addition to the overview printout, EUROLineScan can print single-sheets with detailed in-
formation about each strip.
All settings available in this section are identical to the ones described in chapter 5.6.5.2
“Single sheets”.

Figure 48 Settings menu – section “Single sheet”
5.8.6.1 Single sheets, Colours

In order to better identify positive band results or (in case of Westernblot strips) specific
bands, EUROLineScan allows you to customise the colour of the intensity bar on single-
sheet printouts.
By default, the result is represented in varying levels of grey (the stronger the reaction of the
band, the darker the intensity bar). In this menu, you can customise the colours used.
By clicking “Restore defaults” you can reset the colours to their original values.
Figure 49 Example of a colour-coded single-sheet printout

5.8.7 Address
The laboratory name and address entered here will be displayed on the single-sheet printout
(cf. section 5.6.5.2).
Figure 50 Settingsmenu –section “Address”
5.8.8 PDF export

In addition to printing the results of a protocol, you also have the option of exporting the
printouts into a PDF document. This section provides various options of automating this ex-
port.
Here you can specify where EUROLineScan will store the exported printouts when
using the automated export functions (see below).
For manual exports, any path entered here will be used as the default location, but
“Default export path”: can be changed individually if desired.
The active Windows user account requires write access to the directory
specified here.

With these two settings you can determine whether the single-sheet and/or over-
view printouts should automatically be exported when saving a protocol.
In order to use this function, a valid directory must be entered as the default export
“Automatically export path. Moreover, it is necessary to specify a procedure for determining the file
Single sheets / Overview”: name (see below).
Please keep in mind that the automatic export can significantly increase
the waiting time when saving a protocol and that enough hard-drive
space for the PDF documents must be available.
Only for automatic export: Should the target file already exist (e.g. because a
protocol is saved multiple times), this setting determines whether the existing file
“Overwrite existing files”:
will be overwritten. If not, a sequential number will be added to the file name (e.g.
“Protocol_1.pdf”, “Protocol_2.pdf” etc.).
Offers various options for determining the file name of an exported single-sheet
“Default name for printout. If the option “No default name” is selected, no automated export will be
Single sheets”: performed. For manual export, the user will simply be prompted for a file name in
this case.
“Default name for

Use this setting to specify how the exported overview printouts should be named.
Overview”
Figure 51 Settings menu – section “PDF export”

5.8.9 Connection
Here you can define the settings for the data exchange with other programs and file formats.
For more information please refer to the Addendum to this manual or contact EUROIMMUN
support.
5.8.10 Protocol
This section provides settings concerning the creation and selection of protocols.
Figure 52 Settings menu – section “Protocol”
When entering a new protocol, the field “PatientID” is automatically filled for each
strip depending on the settings defined here. If “With patient name” is selected, the
entered name is automatically used as patient ID. If the option "With patient name
“Automatic patient and lab no" is activated, the laboratory number is added as well.
ID apply”: The option “Continuously” only applies if numerical patient IDs are used. In this
case, the patient ID for the next strip will automatically be incremented by 1.
If you do not wish that the patient ID is entered automatically, select “Not”.
“Default state for protocol Specifies whether the advanced filter criteria will be displayed or hidden by default
selection window”: when selecting a protocol.
EUROLineScan allows you to enter various additional information to a strip. This

“Available data fields”: list gives you the option of filtering the text fields that will be displayed when enter-
ing a protocol. You can use this to hide unused data entry fields.
“Dynamically update If this option is selected, the stock of Westernblot strips will be tracked when enter-

lot count”: ing a protocol. If the selected lot is not in stock, this indicates an error either in
stock administration or in the protocol itself (e.g. the wrong lot has been selected).
In this case, the strip will be marked as faulty and an error message will be dis-
played.
5.8.11 Scan
Here you can find the settings for image capture. As these settings have a significant
influence on scanning and evaluating your protocols, thoroughly familiarise yourself
with this manual before making any changes.
Figure 53 Settings menu – section “Scan”
“Use EUROLineScan If this option is activated (recommended), the EUROLineScan form is used for
interface”: image capture instead of the scanner dialog.
This option should be selected when using a Canon scanner. This disables vari-
“Use Canon specific
ous automatic corrections (e.g. brightness adjustments) done by the scanner
Options”: which could otherwise influence the evaluation results.
“Force scanner calibrati- If this option is activated (recommended), performing the EUROLineScan scanner
on“ calibration will automatically trigger the scanner’s internal calibration routine.
If you use the EUROBlotCamera system from EUROIMMUN, select this option to
“Has EUROBlotCamera”:
make the camera available for the image capture process.

When using a Dynacam system for scanning the strips, this option must be acti-
“Has Dynacam”:
vated.
Here you can determine the resolution of the scanned images. The recommended
“Resolution”:
resolution is 600 DPI.
We recommend performing the scanner calibration at regular intervals (3 months

“Calibration interval recommended). to ensure correct scanning results . Here you can enter the num-
(scanner)”: ber of days after which EUROLineScan will remind you to recalibrate before scan-
ning a new image. If you do not wish to be reminded by the program, enter 0.
“Last calibration”: Displays the last calibration dates for all available image capture devices.
Determines how pictures will be transferred from the scanner to the software. This
“Transfer mode”:
setting is only to be changed after consulting EUROIMMUN support.
“Barcode scanner Here you can select the barcode reader model for scanning allergy EUROASSAY
(EUROASSAY)”: slides.
“EUROBlotCamera Depending on the EUROBlotCamera version you are using, you can select the
version”: way of communication between the camera system and EUROLineScan. This
setting should only be determined by a EUROIMMUN service technician.
“Start ScanGear”: Opens the manufacturer’s scanner interface. The design and content of this inter-
face depend on the scanner type.
5.8.12 Detail
In this window the colour settings for the detail view of a strip can be adjusted. Clicking on
one of the coloured fields opens a dialog from which the desired colour can be selected.

Figure 54 Settings menu – section “Detail”
5.8.13 Evaluation
If the option "Optimise positioning mark” is activated, EUROLineScan will adjust the search
position so that the best possible evaluation result is obtained.
5.8.14 EUROBlotOne
On this page, you can register new EUROBlotOne devices or modify an existing device.
When clicking Add device, a new entry will be added to the device list. Here, enter the IP
address, port and name of the new device. Said name will only be used to identify the device
in the software, so any name of your choice can be used.
In order to remove a device from the list, select the entry in question and click Remove
device.
As a misconfiguration will prevent the software from using the EUROBlotOne, the de-
vice settings are only to be changed after consulting EUROIMMUN support.
5.9 Info
In the menu click on “Help” you will then find “Info”. Information to the program version are
then accessable.

5.10 Tests
In “Help” you will find “Tests”. This function contains a table with all tests that can be
evaluated with this program. The order of the list can be changed by clicking the head of
each column. A second click will reverse the sorting order. The column width can be altered
by placing the cursor on the bordering line in the head. Press and hold the left mouse button
simultaneously pulling the line to the required width.
This window can be left open for assistance (it will stay in the foreground) when working in
the program.
The column “Hidden“ is available from EUROLineScan Version 3.2.1 and can be used to
hide tests that are not relevant for you. If you wish to do this, activate the toggle field in the
column “Hidden“ next to the corresponding test and click on “Save”. The hidden test is only
shown when a new protocol is entered, and no longer appears in the list of tests.
In the column “Order no.“ the EUROIMMUN ordering number of the test kit for the analysis
is given.
Figure 55 Test list
6 Troubleshooting
This section outlines solutions to some of the problems that might arrise when working with
EUROLineScan.

6.1 Installation/Update
When trying to install or update EUROLineScan, I’m told that administator rights are required
to continue
This is indeed the case as the setup and update programs have to access parts of the sys-
tem that are not available to standard users. Please login as a user possessing administra-
tive privileges and repeat the process.
After updating EUROLineScan, my old protocols are gone

Existing protocols may appear to have been deleted after EUROLineScan has been updated
from version 3.1.28 or older. In this case, EUROLineScan creates a new, empty database to
be used by the new version of the program. Any old protocols can still be accessed by se-
lecting “File” -> “Database” from the EUROLineScan main menu. There, several database
connections (usually two) will be listed. By default, the new database will be called “eu-
roscan”, while the previously existing one (containing the old protocols) is named “eu-
roscan_old”. By simply clicking one of these menu items, you can switch between the data-
base connections.
Please note that the database „euroscan_old“ can only be accessed in read-only
mode. New protocols must be created in the database “euroscan.
6.2 Program startup

On starting EUROLineScan, the message “No configuration data found. Using defaults” ap-
pears
This can happen after installing or updating EUROLineScan and is completely normal. This
message will only appear on starting the program for the first time and is only an information,
not an actual error message.
Should this error persist, please contact EUROIMMUN support.
6.3 Protocol creation

When creating an allergy EUROASSAY protocol, the message “Error on initializing barcode
scanner! No connection to device” appears.
Make sure that the barcode scanner is connected to your computer and that the device driver
is correctly installed (see 4.5 Installation of the barcode scanner). If this does not fix the prob-
lem, please refer to the document “Symbol_DS6707_en.pdf”, which is contained in the folder
“doc” on the EUROLineScan CD. This document contains several configuration barcodes
which can be scanned in order to influence the behaviour of the barcode scanner. Print this
document and then scan the topmost barcode (“API mode”). Afterwards, restart EURO-
LineScan and try to create the protocol again.
The test I want to use does not appear in the test list
First of all, please have a look at the test list (EUROLineScan main menu -> “Help” ->
“Tests”) and check whether the test in question appears in this list (comp. section 5.10
“Tests”). If the box “Hidden” is checked, uncheck it, click “Save” and again try to create the
protocol. The test should now be available.

If the name appears in italics in the test list, it is considered deprecated; in this case, please
contact EUROIMMUN support personnel for further instructions.
If this does not solve the problem, please check the list on the bottom right of the protocol
creation window (labelled “Selection”). This list can be used to hide groups of tests. Make
sure all the boxes are checked.
6.4 Evaluation
Why doesn´t the EUROLineScan program react during the evaluation?
It is best to give the program more time. Pictures with a high resolution (DPI value) are large
files, this can cause a delay in the evaluation if the computer has too little random access
memory (RAM). Close all other unnecessary applications during the evaluation. Install
additional memory. Scan the picture with a lower resolution.
No strips were found:
If the image was loaded from another file, check if the correct DPI value was entered when
opening. Look at the picture closely. Is it in colourcolour? Are all the strips recognizable?
Was the picture scanned with a zoom of 100%.
Some strips were not recognized. The number of recognized strips does not correlate with
the strips entered on the protocol.
Can all the strips be seen on the scanned picture? Make sure that all strips can be
completely seen on the picture. Putting the foil on the strips before the evaluation usually
disturbs the procedure and should be done after the evaluation. If this has already taken
place or cannot be avoided, be sure to remove all bubbles in the foil.
Repeat the scan and select the area to be scanned as precisely as possible without cutting
any part of the strips away.
Sometimes it helps changing the scanning resolution or to re-position the protocol on the
scanner.
What can I do when a test strip on the protocol cannot be evaluated?
The protocol must be divided into two sections to enable saving of the rest of the test strips.
For this procedure copy the protocol and delete the upper and lower half of the test strip.
Then only scan the upper and lower part of the page.

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Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 5

Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 6

1.1 About these instructions for use

Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 7

Refer to user manual

Note, safety information

Highlights important information

Identification of required user privileges

1.3 Typographic conventions

Operating element……………………………………………….……..…………. ON/OFF

Window, Register ……………………………………………………………….“protocol”

1.4 Dealing with software errors, warranty and liability

3) EUROLineScan must be inspected for defects immediately upon receipt. Discern-

4) EUROIMMUN AG is generally liable for breaches of contractual obligations of its

Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 8

6) Furthermore, within the scope of section 4), EUROIMMUN AG accepts no liability

 failure to follow these instructions for use

 use other than the intended use

 natural wear and tear

 the deployment of unqualified staff

 independent interventions such as conversions or technical modifications by

 deactivation of safety equipment without permission

 use of reagents of other manufacturers

 use of spare parts or accessories items of other manufacturers

 use of hardware or software configurations of other manufacturers, i.e. lack of

7) Claims for supplementary performance shall become time-barred after 12 months

8) Within the scope of supplementary performance, EUROIMMUN AG has the right

9) Assumption of liability presupposes that protocols processed with EUROLineScan

1.5 Dealing with software errors

Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 9

1.7 Customer support

Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 10

2.1 Intended use

2.2 Features EUROLineScan

 For all EUROIMMUN blot systems: EUROLINE, EUROLINE-WB, Westernblot

 For autoimmune diagnostics, infectious serology and allergy (incl. Allergy

 EUROBlotCamera: digitalisation of strips while in the incubation tray

 EUROBlotScanner: digitalization of strips using flatbed scanner

 EUROBlotOne: Fully automated handling of immunoblot tests

 Fully automated identification, quantitation and assignment of bands

 Option to modify results (changes are automatically documented)

 Fully automated administration and documentation of extensive individual data

EUROLineScan has been developed by EUROIMMUN to allow fully automated, quantitative

Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 11

It is no longer necessary to archive (potentially infectious) incubated test strips. A separate

2.3 System requirements

Printer: a simple commercial printer is sufficient (for results and documentation).

Barcode scanner: Symbol DS6707 (only for allergy EUROASSAY).

2.4 General safety instructions

 The software may only be operated by trained specialist staff.

 Familiarise yourself with the software before using it.

 Configurations may only be performed by trained and authorized EUROIMMUN

Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 12

3 Scope of delivery and accessories

Number Explanation Order number

1x Installation CD EUROLineScan YG 0006-0101

EUROLineScan calibration template

4.1 Program installation/update

When updating from EUROLineScan version 3.1.24 or lower, it is necessary to unin-

Instructions for use • EUROLineScan 13

Figure 1 EUROLineScan update main screen