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Update Your LabQuest<\/h2>\n
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Our LabQuest interfaces have a built-in application for data-collection and analysis. Please update your LabQuest to the latest version for optimal sensor compatibility and functionality.<\/p>\n

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LabQuest 3 Update<\/a><\/div>\n
LabQuest 2 Update<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Connect Your Chemistry Instrument Using USB<\/h2>\n
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  1. If you are using a Mini GC, connect it to AC power, and turn the instrument on.<\/li>\n
  2. Ensure your LabQuest is charged or connected to AC power.<\/li>\n
  3. Turn on LabQuest and choose New<\/strong> from the File menu.<\/li>\n
  4. Connect your instrument to the USB port on LabQuest. The app will identify the instrument and load a default data-collection setup.<\/li>\n
  5. If you are using a Go Direct Mini GC, you can change the default sensor channels<\/a>.\n
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    1. Tap the sensor meter and select Sensor Channels…<\/strong><\/li>\n
    2. Select the sensor channels you want to use. <\/li>\n
    3. Tap OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
    4. You are ready to continue your experiment.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Connect Your Chemistry Instrument Using Bluetooth\u00ae<\/h2>\n
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      1. Ensure your chemistry instrument is charged or connected to a power source.<\/li>\n
      2. Turn the instrument on (the Bluetooth LED will flash red).<\/li>\n
      3. Ensure your LabQuest is charged or connected to AC power.<\/li>\n
      4. Turn on LabQuest and choose New<\/strong> from the File menu.<\/li>\n
      5. Choose Wireless Device Setup > Go Direct\u2026<\/strong> from the Sensors menu.<\/li>\n
      6. Choose your instrument from the list of discovered devices and tap OK<\/strong>.\n