223-60226A

Jul. 2010

LabSolutions
TurboMatrixHS Control Software
Operation Guide

Read the instruction manual thoroughly before you use the product.
Keep this instruction manual for future reference.
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Introduction Read this Instruction Manual
thoroughly before using the
product.
Thank you for purchasing Shimadzu analytical instrument
workstation “LabSolutions TurboMatrixHS Control Software”
(hereafter referred to as “the software”).

This software is for controlling the TurboMatrixHS unit in the

LabSolutions system.

Installing this software allows you to develop methods for

controlling the TurboMatrixHS unit or to control it from the
LabSolutions.

The operating requirements for the PC are the same with

those for LabSolutions.

This manual describes the procedures for operating this

product. Read this manual thoroughly before using the
product and operate the product in accordance with the
instructions in this manual.

Also, keep this manual for future reference.

This manual assumes that the reader is knowledgeable of

basic operations of Windows. For the operation of Windows,
refer to the instruction manual that comes with that product.

Important • If the user or installation location changes, ensure that this

Instruction Manual is transferred with the product.

• If this manual is lost or damaged, immediately contact your

Shimadzu representative to request a replacement.

• To ensure safe operation, contact your Shimadzu

representative for product installation, adjustment, or re-
installation (after the product is moved).

© 2010 Shimadzu Corporation All rights reserved.

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Cautions and Notes are indicated using the following conventions, and the following symbols are
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 Warranty Shimadzu provides the following warranty for this product.

1. Period: Please contact your Shimadzu representative for information about the
period of this warranty.

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during the warranty period, Shimadzu will repair or replace the
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if they occur during the warranty period.
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or Shimadzu designated companies
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that designated by Shimadzu
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and software, including the product's basic software
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leading to device failures and damage to data and software,
including the product's basic software
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procedure leading to device failures and damage to data and
software, including the product's basic software
7) Reasons unrelated to the product itself

8) Product use in harsh environments, such as those subject to high

temperatures or humidity levels, corrosive gases, or strong
vibrations
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considered consumable items.
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 Contents

1 Installation
1.1 Confirmation of parts ...........................................................................................1

1.2 Notes of Installing ................................................................................................1

1.3 Connection...........................................................................................................1

1.4 Sofeware System Configuration ..........................................................................2

2 Operations
2.1 Method Development...........................................................................................7
2.1.1 Edit Method File ................................................................................................. 7
2.1.2 Parameters......................................................................................................... 9

2.2 Batch Processing...............................................................................................10

2.2.1 Preparing the batch table ................................................................................. 10
2.2.2 Parameters (for HS only).................................................................................. 12
2.2.3 Precautions on batch table preparation ........................................................... 12
2.2.4 Starting the batch table .................................................................................... 13
2.2.5 Running multiple batch files sequentially ......................................................... 14

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1 1 Installation

1.1 Confirmation of parts 1

Please confirm that the following parts are contained:
• LabSolutions HS Software
USB 1
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LabSolutions TurboMatrixHS control software instruction manual
• Start signal cable and READY signal cable (attached to TurboMatrixHS)
• RS-232C cable(needs to be separately purchased)
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1.2 Notes of Installing
For installing the TurboMatrixHS main unit, refer to the instruction manual for the main unit. 1
Be sure to use the TurboMatrixHS main unit firmware of version 2.14.83 or later.
The communications between the PC and TurboMatrixHS are carried out via RS-232C cable. Use can use
1
any COM port for communications; however, you are required to specify the COM port in the HS
Communication Settings dialog box under the TurboMatrixHS system configuration after installing the
Software.
1
1
1.3 Connection
^ Reference 1
Refer to the instruction manual of the HS main unit for details.

1 Connect the start signal cable. 1

Before connecting this cable, power switch to both the HS main unit and the GC must be turned off.

TurboMatrixHS GC 1
Start N.O. #5 START IN

#6 1
1
2 Connect the ready signal cable.
Before connecting this cable, power switch to both the HS main unit and the GC must be turned off.

TurboMatrixHS GC 1
Ready In #9 READY OUT

Ground #12
1
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3 Connect the RS-232C cable between TurboMatrixHS and PC.

4 Turn ON the power and confirm that it starts correctly.

1.4 Sofeware System Configuration

Registering the TurboMatrixHS enables analysis using the unit.

1 Turn each instrument on.

2 Turn the PC on, and start Windows.

3 Double-click the (LabSolutions) icon displayed on the Windows Desktop.

4 Enter "Admin" at [User ID], and click [OK].

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5 Click the (Instruments) icon, and double-click the icon of the instrument to use.

6 Click the (System Configuration) icon on the [Main] assistant bar.

If the (System Configuration) icon is not displayed, click on the title of the assistant

bar.

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7 Select [TurboMatrixHS] in the [Autosampler] list at [Available Modules], and click .

[TurboMatrixHS] is added to [Modules Used for Analysis].

8 Double-click the [TurboMatrixHS] icon at [Modules Used for Analysis].

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9 Click [Communication].

10 Select [RS232C Port], and click [OK].

Upon establishment of connection, the information on the ROM version, largest vial number, serial
number, and presence/absence of optional units is sent to the PC and displayed.

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2 2 Operations

2.1 Method Development 2

2.1.1 Edit Method File
Set the control conditions for the TurboMatrixHS in the [Instrument Parameter] view.
2
1 Click the (Instruments) icon, and double-click the icon of the instrument to use. 2
2
2
2
2 Click the (Data Acquisition) icon on the [Main] assistant bar. 2
2
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2

If the (Data Acquisition) icon is not displayed, click on the title of the assistant bar.
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When software is launched, “---“ is displayed on HSS parameters of [setting] column on

[Instrument Monitor]. Please click [Download] or start analysis, and current [setting]
value is displayed.

3 Set the analysis conditions for the HS on the [TurboMatrixHS] tab in [Instrument
Parameter View].

^ Reference
If the [TurboMatrixHS] tab is not displayed in [Instrument Parameter View], refer to "1.4 Sofeware
System Configuration" P.2.

There are items that cannot be displayed depending on options. The following figure shows the state
in which all the items are displayed for explanation. So, it is different from the actual screen.

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2.1.2 Parameters
Setting Range
Parameters Description Default
(Unit)
Mode Select an operating mode here. Constant Consta
Progressive nt
MHE
Injection Mode Select either of time or volume as a measure for determining Time Time
injection amount. Volume

2
Time: set Injection Time.
Volume: set Injection Volume and Transfer Flow.
Injection time calculated using the formula below is set to the
instrument.
(Injection Time) = (Injection Volume) / (Transfer Flow)
Injection Time Specify the injection amount by time. 0.00 ~ 9.99 min 0.08
Injection Volume Specify the injection amount by volume. 0.00 ~ 9.99 mL 2.40
Transfer Flow Specify the transfer flow rate. 0.01 ~ 50.00 30
mL/min
Temperature Zone Specify a method for setting the temperatures for heated O/N/T O/N/T
zones. Auto
O/N/T: Allows you to specify each temperature
independently from others.
Auto: Only the oven temperature is specified. The
temperatures for other units are automatically set to 5oC
above the oven temperature.
Oven Temp. Specify the oven temperature. 35 ~ 210 oC 60

Needle Temp. Specify the needle temperature. 35 ~ 210 oC 90

Transfer Temp. Specify the transfer tube temperature. 35 ~ 210 oC 90

Thermostatting Time Specify the heating time in the thermostat oven. 0.0 ~ 999.9 min 12
Pressurization Time Specify the time to pressurize sample vials. 0.0 ~ 300.0 min 3
Withdrawal Time Specify the time to withdraw sample vials. 0.0 ~ 99.9 min 0.2
GC Cycle Time Specify the cycle time from sample injection to the state 0.1 ~ 999.9 min 10
ready for analyzing next sample.
HS Carrier Gas Pressure Specify carrier gas pressure. 0.0 ~ 400.0 kPa 100
0.0 ~ 58.0 psi 14.5
High Pressure Turns ON/OFF the high-pressure sampling function. ON, OFF OFF
Inject Pressure Turns ON/OFF the cryofocus function. 0.0 ~ 414.0 kPa 100
0.0 ~ 60.0 psi 14.5
Vial Venting Specify the injection pressure for high-pressure sampling. ON, OFF ON
Sample Shaker Turns ON/OFF the vial venting function. ON, OFF OFF
Water Trap Turns ON/OFF the sample shaker function. ON, OFF OFF
Cryofocus Turns ON/OFF the water trap function. ON, OFF OFF
Precryofocus Time Specify the time for performing precryofocus. 0.0 ~ 300.0 min 0
Postcryofocus Time Specify the time for performing postcryofocus. 0.0 ~ 300.0 min 0
Cryofocus Temp. Specify the temperature for cryofocus. -180 ~ -10 oC -40

Back Flush Turns ON/OFF the back flush function. ON, OFF OFF
Back Flush On Time Specify the time to start back flushing. 0.0 ~ 300.0 min 0

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Setting Range
Parameters Description Default
(Unit)
Back Flush Off Time Specify the time to stop back flushing. 0.0 ~ 300.0 min 0
Back Flush Pressure Specify the pressure for back flushing. 0.0 ~ 2.6 kPa 0
0.0 ~ 0.4 psi 0

^ Reference
• The time event function cannot be set.
• For GC Cycle Time (Thermostatting Time when in the MHE mode), set a time longer than the total time of
GC Analysis Time plus Cooling Time. Cooling time should be about 10 minutes when the initial
temperature is 50oC or higher and about 15 minutes when less than 50oC.
In cases where your system has no gradient program for column oven or incorporates a cooling program,
there is no need to worry about cooling time.
• Usually, set Temperature Zone as shown below:
(Oven Temp.) < (Needle Temp.) ≤ (Transfer Temp.) ≤ (GC Injection Port Temperature)
• The unit of pressure follows the <Configuration> - <GC> - <General> settings.
However, since TurboMatrixHS is only the unit of kPa or psi, in the case of the other unit, it is set to kPa.

2.2 Batch Processing

In batch processing, the batch table in which injection conditions and analysis conditions for each sample
are registered can be prepared. More than one sample can be analyzed continuously based on each
setting condition.

2.2.1 Preparing the batch table

1 Click the
Analysis] program.
(Realtime Batch) icon on the [Main] assistant bar in the [Realtime

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If the (Realtime Batch) icon is not displayed, click on the title of the assistant bar.

2 Edit a batch table by referring to "4. Realtime Batch" in the Operators Guide.

You can create a batch table with simple operations by using the wizard.
Set the Vial # in ascending sequence.

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„ With the MHE mode

Use the method set in the MHE mode.
Prepare the table for the number of samples X MHE times.
Example) 9 lines are prepared in the case of 3 samples X MHE 3 times.

2.2.2 Parameters (for HS only)

Parameter Setting Range Remarks
Vial number TurboMatrix HS16: 1 - 16 Set the vial number in ascending sequence. When the headspace
TurboMatrix HS40: 1- 40 mode is MHE, the same vial number be set up to 9 times.
TurboMatrix HS110: 1-
110
Injection volume - The HS parameters are set in the method, so no entry can be made
here.

Be sure that the vial number settings in the batch table match the vial numbers of the HS main unit.

2.2.3 Precautions on batch table preparation

The TurboMatrixHS operation mode may be selected from among the following 3 modes.
• Constant
• Progressive
• MHE
The vial number setting differs according to the operation mode. Set the vial number refering to the
following examples.

„ Constant/Progressive
Set the vial numbers in ascending sequence.
Examples) Line Number Vial #

1 1
2 2
3 3
4 4
5 5
. .
. .

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„ MHE
Since up to 9 repeat elutions may be conducted, set the same vial number to the number of times
equivalent to the number of repetitions.
Examples) Line Number Vial #

1 1
2 1
3 1
4 2
5 2
6
.
.
2
.
.
2
3 repeat
elutions

• When different HS parameters are set, an error is generated at the time of batch processing.
• When setting vial numbers, DO NOT skip numbers in the sequence. When any number is skipped, an
error is generated at the time of batch processing.
• Be sure to set a vial to the position in the HS main unit corresponding to the vial number specified in the
batch table. If no vial is present at the position, batch processing must be stopped.

2.2.4 Starting the batch table

Click the (Start Realtime Batch) icon on the [Realtime Batch] assistant bar.

Continuous data acquisition is performed based on the batch table settings.

While [Initializing] is displayed on [Instrument Status], please don’t start analysis.

For HSS analysis, partial execution and [Start Priority Batch] function are not available. Note that after batch
analysis is stopped, it can restart only from the first row.

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2.2.5 Running multiple batch files sequentially

In a batch table, you need to use the same HS parameters throughout all analyses. Therefore, when you
wish to run multiple headspace analyses sequentially, you need to use the Batch Queue function.

1 Select [Add to Queue with Selected Batch File] on the [Batch] menu during realtime
batch.

2 Select the batch file to continuously perform realtime batch on in the [Open Batch File]
sub-window, and click [Open].

The batch file is added to the batch queue.

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