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. |
What this guide covers
This guide covers the description, setup, operation, and maintenance of the Bravo Platform.
This guide also describes how to install and configure accessories.
What is new in this edition
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Feature and description | See… |
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Copying teachpoints from one profile to other profiles (VWorks software v14.1) | |
Configuring the Plate Pad Offset accessory (VWorks software v14.1) | |
Software version
This guide is applicable for the following software:
• Bravo Diagnostics version 19.3.0, which is included in VWorks software 14.0 or later versions.
• Bravo Diagnostics version 19.1.x, which is included in VWorks software 13.1.x.
These applications require the Microsoft Windows 10 64-bit operating system.
Related guides
Use this guide in conjunction with the following:
• G5562A, G5563A Bravo Platform Safety and Installation Guide. Describes potential safety hazards and how to avoid them, how to install the device, and how to install the Light Curtain and shields.
• Automation Solutions Products General Safety Guide. Provides general safety information and describes potential safety hazards that you might encounter when using Agilent Automation Solutions products. A copy of this safety guide is included with your shipment.
• VWorks software guides:
– VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide. Explains how to define labware and labware classes, liquid classes, and pipetting techniques, how to set up labware inventory and experiments databases.
The VWorks 14.0 edition also explains the VWorks compliance features and how to set up an experiments database.
– VWorks Automation Control User Guide. Explains how to create protocols, and set task parameters for each device in the system.
• Bravo Platform Quick Guide. The quick guide summarizes the instructions in this user guide.
If you are using the Bravo 96AM Head, see the AssayMAP Bravo Platform Getting Started Guide.
If the Bravo Platform is a device in a third-party system, see the relevant third-party system guides.
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