The Sony Flow cytometry portfolio includes a collection of Flow cytometry instruments, including multiple cell sorters and spectral cell analyzers. Our portfolio of products is built on a unique design philosophy centered on the user of these systems, with a focus on simplifying operation and removing unnecessary functionalities.

The Sony cell sorters are designed to make multi-color cell sorting accessible to users of all experience levels. The systems are configurable with a variety of excitation lasers and enable multi-way sorting into tubes or plates at high purity and viability, for a wide variety of downstream applications. The use of microfluidics chips simplify sorting while still allowing for use of multiple cell sizes and the intuitive software and built in automation minimize the need for training, making these systems easy to own and operate, in a variety of laboratory settings, from genomics to cell biology and clinical research.
Discover the features and functionalities of Sony’s chip-based cell sorters by stepping through the virtual interactive tour and see how you can achieve dependable cell sorting in your laboratory or core facility.

Spectral cell analyzers are another key part of the Sony portfolio of Life Science products. Since introducing the first Spectral Flow cytometer, we have continued to expand the design and capabilities, and the result is the Sony ID7000™ Spectral cell analyzer. The ID7000 system combines the true spectral technology of Sony in a platform that includes the highest number of detectors available on any system to deliver the flexibility needed for high parameter experiments in discovery research. The ID7000 system is configurable with up to seven high powered lasers along with the largest number of photo multiplier tube detectors to capture the maximum amount of signal across the entire spectrum for all experiments, minimizing light loss. In addition to the powerful optics, the system also features a highly advanced AutoSampler that is standard with all instruments. The AutoSampler not only allows for walkaway benefits when performing multi-sample experiments, but also supports unique active cooling and agitation to maintain sample viability and homogeneity for the highest data quality every time. The system setup and QC is automated and the ID7000 can also be programmed for automated shutdown to further increase laboratory efficiency. With the ID7000, all detectors are always available, making configuration management a thing of the past and allowing researchers to focus on reviewing the data to deliver deeper scientific insights. Review the capabilities and operational workflows of the Spectral cell analyzer in the virtual tour and see how this system can simplify your multi-color experiments and accelerate your research.

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Some mobile devices also support HTML5, including all iOS 8 devices, and higher-end Android devices when using Google Chrome or Firefox.

The desktop version of this app is available in two versions, depending on what kind of Mac you are using. For best performance and reliability, it's important that you install the right one.

1. At the top left, open the Apple menu.
2. Select About This Mac.
3. In the “Overview” tab, look for “Processor” or “Chip”.
4. Check if it says “Intel” or “Apple”.

The Desktop version of this application can be used on a touchscreen “kiosk.” You will need a Windows or Mac computer, and single- or multi-touch touchscreen that is compatible with that computer and operating system. The screen should be 16:9 aspect ratio, ideally 1080p (on other screen sizes, the app will be automatically scaled and letterboxed as needed). Install the application on the computer and start it normally. If you are using Windows, tap the [ALT] key to show the menu bar. On either Mac or Windows, from the menu bar choose View > Kiosk Mode. You will be prompted to restart.

You need an Internet connection to install this application. Once installed it can be run offline.

If you need to install on an air-gapped computer, such as a kiosk with no Internet connection, you can create an offline installer on a different computer, and then install it from a USB Flash Drive. First, install this application on a PC or Mac that has an Internet connection. When everything has been downloaded from the cloud, you will see a message "Ready for Offline Use". If you are using Windows, tap the [ALT] key to show the menu bar. On either Mac or Windows, from the menu bar choose File > Make Offline Installer. You will be prompted to insert a USB Flash Drive, and then the installer will be written to that device. You will need an Internet connection to create the flash drive. You will be alerted when the flash drive is ready. For large applications, this can take a long time (flash drives are not particularly fast).

Once you have the USB Flash Drive prepared, insert it into the air-gapped computer. You will find installers on the flash drive for both Mac and PC. Perform a normal installation and run the application. When it starts up, it will detect the USB Flash Drive and complete its installation from there instead of from the cloud. After the app is fully installed, you can remove the USB Flash Drive.

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This application supports VR using WebXR technology. The standards for this technology are rapidly evolving, and Kaon will continue to update this application as things change. The recommended configuration is:

• Firefox Reality Browser
• HTC Vive Focus 3 headset
• or Oculus Quest or Quest 2 headset

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