Software overview

You use the VWorks software and DDR Diagnostics software to set up, operate, and troubleshoot the Direct Drive Robot. This topic describes the VWorks software and DDR Diagnostics software.

VWorks software

The VWorks software allows you to:

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Set up the Direct Drive Robot. During setup, you need to create a device file for the Direct Drive Robot robot and integrated devices. For setup information, see Setting up the Direct Drive Robot.

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Set up user accounts and privileges. You can set up different user accounts to enforce access policies. For instructions, see the VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide.

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Define labware. Labware definitions describe the labware you will use during protocol runs. For instructions, see the VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide.

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Create protocols. Protocols determine the sequence of tasks you want to automate in a run. For example, you can use a protocol to apply barcode labels to 100 microplates. For protocol-writing instructions, see the VWorks Automation Control User Guide.

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Run, pause, monitor, and stop protocols. You can start, pause, monitor, and stop a protocol run from the controlling computer.

For a full description and instructions on how to use the VWorks software, see the VWorks Automation Control User Guide.

Robot diagnostics software

Accessed through the VWorks software, the DDR Diagnostics software allows you to:

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Create and manage profiles. Robot profile allows you to set up communication between the robot and the controlling computer. You create the profile when you set up the robot. For setup information, see Setting up the Direct Drive Robot.

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Set and edit teachpoints. Teachpoints are locations that the Direct Drive Robot robot will go to and from during a protocol run. You set teachpoints when you set up the Direct Drive Robot. You can also edit the teachpoints to correct or fine-tune the original teachpoints. For teachpoint setup and editing information, see Setting teachpoints.

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Diagnose problems. Moving and adjusting individual hardware components allow you to diagnose and troubleshoot problems. For information on diagnosing and troubleshooting problems, see Using DDR Diagnostics.

Related information


For information about...	See...
VWorks software instructions	VWorks Automation Control User Guide
Direct Drive Robot description	About the Direct Drive Robot
Robot specifications	Specifications and site requirements
Hardware components	Hardware components