Overall setup workflow

About this topic

This topic describes the workflow for setting up and operating an integrated device using the VWorks software.

Note: The steps for installing and operating the Microplate Labeler in a third-party lab automation system might differ. For details, see the Microplate Labeler ActiveX User Guide and the third-party user documentation provided with that system.

Workflow for the VWorks software

 

Step	Procedure	For more details, see…
1	Install the Microplate Labeler.	Installation workflow
2	Install the VWorks software, or integrate the Microplate Labeler ActiveX control.	Software release notes
3	Start the VWorks software and log in.	VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
4	Set up the Microplate Labeler.	Setup workflow
5	Determine which label format you want to use. The software includes a variety of templates that you can use or customize for your application.	Creating and editing label formats
6	Specify the plate stage height for your labware in the labware definitions using the Labware Editor.	VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
7	Perform a test print-and-apply test from Microplate Labeler Diagnostics to check the label format and label position on the microplate.	Performing a print-and-apply test
8	Create the protocols to run the labeling task. You set the labeling task parameters, including the label content, and select the label format for each labeling task.	VWorks Automation Control User Guide, Print and Apply task
9	Start the protocol.	VWorks Automation Control User Guide