Opening a protocol
The instructions in this topic assume that the protocol is associated with the correct device file, profiles, teachpoint files, labware definitions, liquid classes, and other relevant files and databases. For details about how these components relate and impact each other, see Relationship of components in VWorks software. For instructions on creating or selecting different device files, profiles, and other relevant files, see Workflow for creating a basic protocol.
Procedure
To open a protocol:
1 Log in to the VWorks software.
2 Click File > Open Protocol. The Open File dialog box opens.
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3 In the Open File dialog box, select the protocol file (*.pro) and then click Open.
The protocol information is displayed in the VWorks window. Notice that the name of the protocol appears in the title bar and on the tab in the protocol area.
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To open multiple protocols:
Repeat the steps in previous procedure to open multiple protocols.
To view a particular protocol, in the Protocol area, click the tab that displays the protocol name.
Note: Every protocol requires a device file to run. When you open a protocol file, the device file associated with it is automatically loaded. However, the device file is not displayed. If you want to display the device file, click the Workspace tab in the Available tasks area, and then click the device file name.
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Related information
For information about... | See... |
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VWorks software components | |
Preparing devices for a run | Device user guide |
Creating protocols | |
Setting file directories | |
Setting error-handling options | |
Setting up email notification | |
Running a protocol |