Bring automation, efficiency, and data security into your lab. The Wizard™ CompactDry™ Reader 2 is a fast, easy, and accurate way to read, count, and record your CompactDry™ results. Just flip the switch, select your configuration, insert your CompactDry™ plate(s), select read, and save your results! The Wizard™ has selectable modes in the configuration menu designed to read the different types of CompactDry™ plates. Features and Benefits: Specifically designed to read the CompactDry™ plates: Automatically readsCompactDry™ plates in less than 4 seconds - Stand alone system, no PC required Counts and differentiates colonies based on the CompactDry™ type Simply index cassette directly under the imaging camera for rapid reading Accurately counts up to 150 colonies per plate Accepts individual plates or strips of two, three, or four plates so you can keep your dilution series together - no need to seperate plates! Unit is suited for ambidextrous operation; plates can be scanned from the left or right side Digitalized plate image can be saved to USB or exported to the user's LIMS program or included software management program. Multiple ways to report and enter reading data: Bluetooth enabled for wireless transfer of data Data can be automatically saved to USB drive Data and plate image can be printed to an external thermal printer Image of the plate can be saved to a USB with or without colony indentifier marks Each unit includes the Hardy Data Receiver Program for file organization and storage. Sample names can be entered with touchscreen, keyboard or scanned with the barcode reader Hardware Details: Ergonomic with titled color touch screen for seated or standing operations Easy-to-operate and easy-to-clean Autofocusing 5-megapixel scanning camera Self-contained all-in-one unit, no external PC required Small footprint conserves bench-top space Available accessories include: USB wireless keyboard USB barcode scanner USB thermal printer Other Information: Customizable - The unit is factory calibrated but if your samples are unique, the system has an easy-to-use calibration wizard Software can be updated via USB drive 3 USB ports available for saving images, attaching printer, scanner, and wireless keyboard. Low cost comparison to competitor plate readers Internationally compatible power outlet Made in the USA Two year warranty against manufacturer defect