About this guide

 

 

Who should read this guide

This user guide is for people with the following job roles:

 

Job role	Responsibilities
Installer	Unpacks, installs, and tests the device before it is used.
Integrator	Configures hardware and writes software.
Lab manager, administrator, or technician	• Manages the automation system that contains the device • Develops the applications that are run on the system • Develops training materials and standard operating procedures for operators
Operator	Performs the daily production work on the device and solves routine problems.

 

 

Installers, integrations, lab managers, and administrators are users who must have technical expertise. In addition, lab managers and administrators are individuals or groups responsible for the use and maintenance of the Labware MiniHub and for ensuring that operators are adequately trained.

What this guide covers

This guide describes the G5584A Labware MiniHub, the operation of the hardware components, and the use of the diagnostics software and ActiveX control.

Software version

The G5584A Labware MiniHub requires the following software versions at a minimum:

•	Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit operating system

•	One of the following:

–	VWorks Automation Control software v13.1.0 and MySQL 5.7

–	Labware MiniHub ActiveX control v13.1.0

This guide documents Labware MiniHub Diagnostics v13.1.0, which can be invoked from either the VWorks software or Labware MiniHub ActiveX control.

Note: The Labware MiniHub ActiveX control is included in the VWorks ActiveX Controls installer.

Related guides

The G5584A Labware MiniHub User Guide should be used in conjunction with the following documents, if applicable:

•	G5584A Labware MiniHub Safety and Installation Guide. Presents the safety precautions, emergency stop procedure, site preparation information, and installation instructions.

•	Automation Solutions Products General Safety Guide. Describes the general safety precautions, intended product use, and the list of safety labels for the Automation Solutions products.

•	Applicable robot user guide. Explains how to set up the robot and set teachpoints at integrated devices. For example, see the BenchCel Microplate Handler User Guide for details on how to set the BenchCel teachpoints at the Labware MiniHub.

•	Applicable automation control software user guide. Explains how to create and run protocols. If you are using the VWorks software, see the VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide and VWorks Automation Control User Guide.

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