223-60094U

Jan. 2021

LabSolutions™

Installation & Maintenance Guide

Read this manual thoroughly before you use the product.

Keep this manual for future reference.
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 Notice • LabSolutions software expands/limits its functions and
controllable instruments according to the LabSolutions
license. Please note that, depending on your license,
some functions or instruments in this manual are not
shown, or some windows styles in this manual may differ
from those in the software.

• Information in this manual is subject to change without

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Instruction Manuals
 List of Instruction Manuals
Name Content
Getting Started Guide This manual follows an actual data acquisition procedure to
describe basic methods of operation for first-time users.
Read this manual to learn basic operations of the software.
Operators Guide This manual describes overall operations and handy func-
tions in more details, such as the software's system configu-
ration, data analysis, batch processing, confirmation of data
acquisition results, and report functions.
System Users Guide This manual describes system administration and data man-
agement of the software. Refer to this manual as necessary.
Installation & Maintenance This manual describes installation and maintenance of the
Guide software.
Data Acquisition & Processing This manual describes peak detection and quantitation of
Theory Guide sample components.
Refer to this manual as necessary.
Help Clicking the on-screen [Help] button or pressing the [F1] key
displays a description of on-screen parameters, answers to
specific questions or solutions to various problems. Also,
clicking the [Help] button on the error message window dis-
plays the details of the error or solutions to the error. Be sure
to refer to Help before contacting us.

 Indications Used in Instruction Manuals

Cautions and Notes are indicated using the following conventions, and the following symbols are
used in this manual:

Indication Meaning
! CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor to moderate injury or equipment
damage.
Emphasizes additional information that is provided to ensure
the proper use of this product.
^ Reference Indicates the location of related reference information.
[] Indicates the names of buttons, menu options, setting
options, windows/sub-windows, and icons that are displayed
in a window.
Example: Click [OK].

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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.

2. Description: If a product/part failure occurs for reasons attributable to Shimadzu during the
warranty period, Shimadzu will repair or replace the product/part free of
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market only for a short time, such as personal computers and their
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products.

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for special, indirect, consequential, incidental or punitive damages,
Liability: however caused regardless of the theory of liability, arising out of or
related to the use of or inability to use the product, even if Shimadzu has
been advised of the possibility of such damage.
2. In no event will Shimadzu's liability to you, whether in contract, tort
(including negligence), or otherwise, exceed the amount you paid for the
product.

4. Exceptions: Failures caused by the following are excluded from the warranty, even if they
occur during the warranty period.
1. Improper product handling

2. Repairs or modifications performed by parties other than Shimadzu or

Shimadzu designated companies
3. Product use in combination with hardware or software other than that
designated by Shimadzu
4. Computer viruses leading to device failures and damage to data and
software, including the product's basic software
5. Power failures, including power outages and sudden voltage drops,
leading to device failures and damage to data and software, including the
product's basic software
6. Turning OFF the product without following the proper shutdown 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
9. Fires, earthquakes, or any other act of nature, contamination by
radioactive or hazardous substances, or any other force majeure event,
including wars, riots, and crimes
10. Product movement or transportation after installation

11. Consumables and equivalent items

Recording media such as CD-ROMs are considered consumable items.

* If there is a document such as a warranty provided with the product, or there is a

separate contract agreed upon that includes warranty conditions, the provisions of
those documents shall apply.

* The license cannot be reissued if you lose the license certificate or the USB
dongle.

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 Contents

1 Install LabSolutions
1.1 Install the Software ..............................................................................................1

1.2 Uninstall the Software..........................................................................................7

2 Hardware Connection
2.1 Connect the PC to the LC Instrument..................................................................9
2.1.1 Connect the PC to the SCL-40/CBM-40/CBM-40lite.......................................... 9
2.1.2 Connect the PC to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite .................................................. 9
2.1.3 Connect the PC to the SCL-10Avp .................................................................. 10
2.1.4 Connect the PC to the LC-2010 ....................................................................... 12
2.1.5 Connect the PC to the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060........................... 12
2.1.6 Connect the PC to the SPD-M10Avp ............................................................... 14
2.1.7 Connect the PC to the ELSD-LT II ................................................................... 14
2.1.8 Connect the PC to the ELSD-LT III .................................................................. 14

2.2 Connect the PC to the GC Instrument ...............................................................23

2.2.1 Connect the PC to the GC-2030 ...................................................................... 23
2.2.2 Connect the PC to the GC-2010, GC-2014 or GC-2025 .................................. 24
2.2.3 Connect the PC to the Models other than GC-2030, GC-2010, GC-2014 and GC-
2025 ................................................................................................................. 25

2.3 Connect the PC to the CBM-201m ....................................................................25

3 System Configuration
3.1 LC System Configuration...................................................................................27
3.1.1 Register the System Configuration of Each Instrument ................................... 27
3.1.2 Change the System Configuration ................................................................... 32

3.2 Group Settings for the SPD-M40/M30A/M20A ..................................................34

3.2.1 Group Settings for the SPD-M40 and CBM-40/CBM-40lite, SCL-40,
CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite..................................................................................... 34
3.2.2 Group Settings for the SPD-M30A/SPD-30AM and CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite ... 35
3.2.3 Group Settings for the SPD-M20A and CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite ...................... 37

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3.3 GC System Configuration.................................................................................. 40

3.3.1 Register the System Configuration of Each Instrument ................................... 40
3.3.2 Change the Column to Be Connected ............................................................. 46
3.3.3 Change the DAFC Usage Mode on the GC-2014 ............................................ 47

3.4 Instrument Is Not Recognized ........................................................................... 49

3.4.1 Check the PC and LC Connection ................................................................... 49
3.4.2 Check the PC and PDA/MWD Detector Connection ........................................ 51
3.4.3 Check the PC and GC Connection .................................................................. 53
3.4.4 Check the PC and CBM-201m......................................................................... 54
3.4.5 Messages Displayed during Start of the [Realtime Analysis] Program ............ 54

4 System Maintenance
4.1 LC System Maintenance ................................................................................... 55
4.1.1 Reset Consumables ......................................................................................... 55

4.2 SPD-M40/M30A/30AM, LC-2030/2040/2050/2060 PDA Utility ........................ 58

4.3 PDA Utility for SPD-M20A/M10Avp ................................................................... 60

4.3.1 Open the [PDA Utility] Sub-Window ................................................................. 61
4.3.2 Wavelength Check ........................................................................................... 62
4.3.3 Automatic Wavelength Calibration ................................................................... 64
4.3.4 Leak Sensor Check/Adjustment....................................................................... 69
4.3.5 Temperature-Controlled Cell............................................................................ 71
4.3.6 Absorbance Accuracy Check/Calibration ......................................................... 72
4.3.7 Instrument Information ..................................................................................... 74

4.4 GC System Maintenance................................................................................... 75

4.4.1 Reset the Number of Uses of the GC Septum and Glass Insert ...................... 75
4.4.2 Set the Estimated Replacement Time for Consumables ................................. 76

Index ............................................................................................................... 79

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1 1 Install LabSolutions

This chapter describes the procedure to install the software.

1.1 Install the Software

This section describes the installation of the software.
1
 Before Software Installation 1
Verify the following items before software installation.
• The software runs on the Windows10 or Windows 7 operating systems. Confirm that the PC has the proper
operating system.
1
• The installer copies the system files to the following folders. The software cannot work if the files on 1
these folders are removed, moved or renamed.

C:\LabSolutions\System ("C:\LabSolutions" means target folder for installation.)

(For 32-bit Windows) C:\Program Files\LabSolutions ("C:" means Windows system drive.)
1
(For 64-bit Windows) C:\Program Files(x86)\LabSolutions ("C:" means Windows system drive.)
• The installer recognizes the language used with OS and starts the installation. Please integrate the
setting of Region" (Windows 7: "Regional and Language Options" and "Date and time" ) in the Control
1
Panel to the installation language.
• When installing this software, be sure to disconnect external hard drives or USB flash drives. If this is not
done, install may not complete correctly.
1
1 Turn on the PC, start Windows and insert the software installation disk into the disk
drive.
1

• If the [LabSolutions Installer] window does not automatically start use the following procedure to
1
start the setup program. The disk drive is E in the following example. Use the correct disk drive
where “E:\” appears in the example. 1
2 Click the Start menu.
1
3 Enter “E:\autorun.exe”, and press the [Enter] key.

1
1
1
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4 Click [Run Autorun.exe].

5 Click [Yes].

6 Click [LabSolutions].

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7 If the following sub-window appears, Click [Install].

8 Review the license details, and click [Next].

9 Enter [Name] and [Organization], then click [Next].

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10 Check the installation directory folder, and click [Next].

• Use the following procedure to change the software installation folder.

1. Click [Browse].
2. Select the installation folder, and click [OK].

• This message is displayed, when installing the software for the first time.
• Due to folder security features, some operating systems may have restrictions on creating
subfolders, saving files, or other functionality, depending on the installation directory folder.
Check the folder security settings to change the installation folder before installing the software.

11 Check the settings, then click [Start].

Installation begins.
The [InstallShield Wizard Complete] window opens when installation is complete.

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• A [Windows Security] window such as below may be displayed several times. Click all [Install].

• After a brief period, the following windows open. Wait until the [InstallShield Wizard Complete]
window opens.

• If the following sub-window appears during the installation, select [Automatically close and
attempt to restart application] and click [OK].
When [Explorer] is displayed in [The following applications are using files] and [Automatically
close and attempt to restart application] is selected, the Windows screen shifts into background
color only, but after a few minutes it returns to the normal screen.

• If the message [Microsoft SQL Server must be installed after reboot.] appears during installation,
click [OK].
The installation starts automatically after the PC restarts in step 12.

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12 Select [Yes, I want to restart my computer now.] and then click [Finish].

This completes the installation process.

If the message [Microsoft SQL Server must be installed after reboot.] appears in step 11, the Microsoft SQL
Server installation will begin after restarting.
Please log in as an administrative user after restarting.
During installation, some screens similar to the following are displayed and the PC is automatically restarted
after Microsoft SQL Server installation is complete.
Do not run any programs until the installation is complete.
If the PC does not automatically restart even after the installation is complete and the screens are closed,
please restart the PC manually.

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 1.2 Uninstall the Software

1.2 Uninstall the Software

This section describes the procedure to uninstall the software.

• Back up data files and method files before uninstalling the software.
• When uninstalling this software, be sure to disconnect external hard drives or USB flash drives. If this is
not done, uninstall may not complete correctly.

1 Open [Program and Features] in the Control Panel.

2 Click SkyPDF.
Click [Delete] or [Uninstall].

Be sure to uninstall SkyPDF before uninstalling the software.

3 Click [LabSolutions].
Click [Delete] or [Uninstall].

When LabSolutions is uninstalled, LabSolutions LCGC is also uninstalled automatically.

If LabSolutions LCGC is uninstalled first, then uninstall LabSolutions after LabSolutions LCGC
uninstallation is completed.

4 Check the details to delete, and click [Delete].

Uninstallation begins.
The [Maintenance Complete] window opens when uninstallation is complete.

If the following sub-window appears during the uninstallation, select [Automatically close and
attempt to restart application] and click [OK].
When [Explorer] is displayed in [The following applications are using files] and [Automatically close
and attempt to restart application] is selected, the Windows screen shifts into background color only,

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but after a few minutes it returns to the normal screen.

5 Click [Finish].

Windows will be restarted.

This completes the uninstallation process.

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2 2 Hardware Connection

This chapter describes how to connect the instruments to the PC installed with the software and how
to make the communication settings.

2.1 Connect the PC to the LC Instrument 2

There are 2 types of connection, LAN cable and RS-232C cable, between the system controller and the
PC. System controller models SCL-40, CBM-40, CBM-40lite, CBM-20A, CBM-20Alite, LC-2030, LC-2040,
LC-2050 and LC-2060 are connected using a LAN cable, and system controller models SCL-10Avp, SCL-
2
10Asp, and LC-2010 are connected using an RS-232C cable.

2
CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite can also be connected using an RS-232C cable.

2.1.1 Connect the PC to the SCL-40/CBM-40/CBM-40lite

2
Connect the PC to the SCL-40/CBM-40/CBM-40lite using an Ethernet LAN cable. Refer to the instruction
manual for the respective system controller for details on communication settings such as the IP address 2
of these system controllers.

• A Category 5 UTP straight cable and 100Base-TX-compatible switching hub are required to connect the
2
PC to the SCL-40/CBM-40/CBM-40lite.
• Assign an IP address to the PC and SCL-40/CBM-40/CBM-40lite to connect them to the network. Consult
with the network administrator before setting the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway when
2
connecting to a trunk LAN.
• Enter the network parameters in the following table to connect the PC to the LC without connecting to a
network.
2
2
Default
IP Address Subnet Mask Group Name System Name Master Name
Gateway
PC 192.168.200.101 255.255.255.0 Not used - - -
SCL-40/ 192.168.200.99 255.255.255.0 Not used Shimadzu (Serial number -
CBM-40/
CBM-40lite
HPLC of system
controller) 2
2.1.2 Connect the PC to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite 2
Connect the PC to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite using an Ethernet LAN cable. Enter the CBM-20A/CBM-
20Alite communication settings on an LC-20A series unit (autosampler, pump or detector) that is
connected to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite. 2
This section describes connection of the PC and the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite.

^ Reference
Each of the LC units must be connected to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite using an optical link cable before
2
connecting the PC to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite. Refer to the Instruction Manual for the respective LC unit
for connection details. 2
2
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1 Connect the PC to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite using a LAN cable.

2 Turn on the power to one of the LC-20A series units (autosampler, pump or detector)
connected to the CBM-20A.

3 Use the
.
key to change the display to the [CALIBRATION] mode, and press

4 Toggle through the items with the

INTERFACE 2: ETH (ETHERNET)
key, and enter the parameters.

USE GATEWAY 0 (default)

IP ADDRESS 192.168.200.99 (default)
SUBNET MASK 255.255.255.0 (default)
TRS MODE 3: LCsolution

5 Turn the CBM-20A off.

Turn the CBM-20A on again to enable the new parameter settings.

• A Category 5 UTP straight cable and 100Base-TX-compatible switching hub are required to connect the
PC to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite.
• Assign an IP address to the PC and CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite to connect them to the network. Consult with
the network administrator before setting the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway when
connecting to a trunk LAN.
• Enter the network parameters in the following table to connect the PC to the LC without connecting to a
network.
Default
IP Address Subnet Mask Group Name System Name Master Name
Gateway
PC 192.168.200.101 255.255.255.0 Not used - - -
CBM-20A 192.168.200.99 255.255.255.0 Not used HPLC1 CBM1 -
CBM-20Alite

• When connecting the PC to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite using an RS-232C cable, set [INTERFACE] at
[CBM PARAMETER] to [1: RS (RS-232C)].
• The settings for communication between the PC and the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite can also be set in
Internet Explorer. Refer to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite Instruction Manual for details on Internet Explorer
settings and communication settings.

2.1.3 Connect the PC to the SCL-10Avp

Connect the PC to the SCL-10Avp using an RS-232C cable.
This section describes the communication mode settings for the SCL-10Avp.

^ Reference
Before connecting the PC to the SCL-10Avp, connect each of the LC units and the SCL-10Avp using an
optical link cable. For details on connections, refer to the Instruction Manual for the respective LC unit.

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1 Connect the COM port on the PC to the connector marked "RS-232C" on the rear panel
of the SCL-10Avp using an RS-232C cable.

When connecting 2 or more SCL-10Avp to the PC, install an optional board on the PC to add on
COM ports. For details on how to install and set up optional boards, refer to the Instruction Manual
for the optional board.

2 Turn the SCL-10Avp on.

3 Select [4 SYSTEM] in the [MENU] (main menu) sub-window.

4 Display the [COMMUNICATION SETTING] sub-window by pressing the F3 (NEXT) key,

and enter the parameters as follows:
CLASS-VP 5or6
InterFace RS-232C
Baud rate 19200
Level Enhanced

• To set the parameters, move between items with the up/down arrow keys, and select setting items
with the left/right arrow keys. Select the desired item, and press the [Enter] key to apply the
selection.
• When the SCL-10Avp ROM version is earlier than Ver. 6.00, [5.X] is displayed for [CLASS-VP].

5 Turn the SCL-10Avp off.

Turn the SCL-10Avp on again to enable the new transmission parameter settings.

• The SCSI interface can also be used on the SCL-10Avp as an add-on communication port.
However, when connecting using an SCSI cable, you need SCSI interfaces on both the PC and
the SCL-10Avp. Note that the total length of the cable in an SCSI connection is limited to 6 m.
When Windows 10 (32-bit/64-bit) or Windows 7 (64-bit) Windows is used, the SCSI interface
cannot be used.
• Make setting as follows when connecting to a PC using an SCSI cable.
(When connecting only one SCL-10Avp)
1. Select [4 SYSTEM] in the [MENU] (main menu) sub-window.
2. Display the [COMMUNICATION SETTING] sub-window by pressing the F3 (NEXT) key, and
enter the parameters as follows:
CLASS-VP 5or6
InterFace SCSI
SCSI ID 5
SCSI TERM On

3. Turn the SCL-10Avp off.

• When connecting multiple SCSI devices (SCL-10Avp or SPD-M10Avp), assign SCSI IDs to each
SCSI device, and install a terminator on the furthest connected SCSI device. (When the furthest
connected SCSI device has a built-in terminator, set the terminator to on.)
For example, when connecting the SPD-M10Avp after the SCL-10Avp, turn the [SCSI TERM]
parameter of the SCL-10Avp [Off] and set [SCSI TERM] on the SPD-M10Avp hardware to [On].

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2.1.4 Connect the PC to the LC-2010

Connect the PC to the LC-2010 using an RS-232C cable.
This section describes the communications settings on the LC-2010.

1 Connect the COM port on the PC to the connector marked "RS-232C" on the rear panel
of the LC-2010 using an RS-232C cable.

2 Turn the LC-2010 on.

3 Enter [Login Pass-ID-No.], and press the F2 (OK) key.

You are logged into the system.

4 Press the [Sys] key.

5 Display the [COMMUNICATION SETTING] sub-window by pressing the F3 (COM. SET)

key, and enter the parameter as follows:
UNIT: PC

6 Turn the LC-2010 off.

Turn the LC-2010 on again to enable the new transmission parameter settings.

2.1.5 Connect the PC to the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060

Connect the PC to the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 using an Ethernet LAN cable.
This section describes the communications settings on the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060.

1 Connect the PC to the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 using a LAN cable.

2 Turn the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 main power button on.

3 Press (Menu).

4 Press [Maintenance].

5 Press (Calibration).

6 Enter the password in the [Login] screen and press [OK].

1 Press the password-entry field.

Numeric Keypad screen is displayed.
2 Enter the password, enter [OK].
Initial password is set to “00000”.

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7 Press [System Adjustment].

8 Press [Network Setting].

9 Configure the network setting.

Item Explanation
System Name Input the name of the instrument to be shown on the network.

Group Name Input the group name to be joined on the network.

IP Address Select whether to automatically obtain an IP address from the server or to set it manually.
Setting If setting it manually, input [IP Address], [Subnet mask], and [Default Gateway].

1 If you want to include the system in a group of other systems, specify the name of that group.
Input [System Name] and [Group Name].
• Example of settings
System Name: the instrument serial number (default)
Group Name: HPLC1

It is not necessary to set the group name if the system is not to be included in a group of other
systems.

2 Press , input the parameters on the next page.

• Example of settings
IP Address Setting: manual
IP Address:192.168.200.96 (default)
Subnet mask:255.255.255.0 (default)
Default Gateway:000.000.000.000 (Not used)

• Assign an IP address to the PC and LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 to connect them to the

network. Consult with the network administrator before setting the IP address, subnet mask and
default gateway when connecting to a trunk LAN.
• Enter the network parameters in the following table to connect the PC to the LC without
connecting to a network.
IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway
PC 192.168.200.101 255.255.255.0 Not used
LC-2030 192.168.200.96 255.255.255.0 Not used
LC-2040
LC-2050
LC-2060

3 Press [OK].

10 Press [Close].

11 Turn the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 main power button off.

Turn the main power button on again to enable the new transmission parameter settings.

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2.1.6 Connect the PC to the SPD-M10Avp

Connect the PC to the photodiode array detector SPD-M10Avp via the SCSI interface.
Install an SCSI interface board on the PC, and connect the PC and SCSI connector of the SPD-M10Avp
using an SCSI cable.

• In Windows 7(32-bit), install the SCSI interface board driver.

• For details on the SCSI interface board to install on the PC, refer to the Instruction Manual for the SCSI
interface board.
• Use the DIP switches on the SPD-M10Avp to set the SCSI ID and to turn the terminator on or off. When
connecting multiple SCSI devices (SPD-M10Avp or SCSI-connected SCL-10Avp) on an SCSI line, assign
SCSI IDs to each SCSI device, and install a terminator on the furthest connected SCSI device. (When the
furthest connected SCSI device has a built-in terminator, set the terminator to on.) For details, refer to the
instruction manual for the SPD-M10Avp.
• When Windows 10(32-bit/64-bit) or Windows 7(64-bit) Windows is used, the SCSI interface cannot be
used.

1 Install the software without connecting the SPD-M10Avp on the SCSI interface.

2 Shut down Windows, and turn the PC off.

3 Connect the PC to the SPD-M10Avp using an SCSI cable, and turn the SPD-M10Avp on.

4 The SPD-M10Avp is initialized. Wait for initialization to end.

5 Turn the PC on, and start Windows.

The hardware wizard starts, and the driver is installed automatically.

2.1.7 Connect the PC to the ELSD-LT II

Connect the PC to the ELSD-LT II using an RS-232C cable.

1 Connect the COM port on the PC to the connector marked "RS-232" on the rear panel of
the ELSD-LT II using an RS-232C cable.

Use the straight serial cable.

2.1.8 Connect the PC to the ELSD-LT III

 Connection between the System Controller and the ELSD-LT III

Connect the ELSD-LT III and the system controller by the Start signal cable in order to input the start signal
from the system controller to the ELSD-LT III.
The ELSD-LT III comes with a Start signal cable.
Connect the OUT terminal on the rear of the system controller to the connector marked “START/AZ” on the
rear of the ELSD-LT III by the Start signal cable (with green connector).

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The following figure shows an example where the output terminal [OUT1] on the rear of the SCL-40 and
the connector marked “START/AZ” on the rear of the ELSD-LT III are connected by the Start signal cable.

the rear of the SCL-40

the rear of the ELSD-LT III

To enable the input of the start signal from the system controller to the ELSD-LT III, refer to "3.1.1 Register
the System Configuration of Each Instrument" P.27 and be sure to set [Relay 1] in the [System Controller]
sub-window in the System Configuration to [Start].

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 Connecting the ELSD-LT III to the PC

Connect the ELSD-LT III to the PC by a USB cable or an RS-232C cable. The ELSD-LT III comes with a
USB cable and an RS-232C cable.

Using a USB cable is recommended to connect the ELSD-LT III and the PC.

When using a USB cable for connection

When using a USB cable for connection, the driver must be updated after connecting the PC and ELSD-LT
III.

1 Connect the USB port on the PC to the connector marked "USB" on the rear of the
ELSD-LT III by the USB cable.

the rear of the ELSD-LT III

2 Turn the ELSD-LT III on.

3 Click [Control Panel] - [Device Manager] on Windows.

4 Right-click [LT-ELSD USB Interface] and select [Update driver] from the menu displayed.

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5 Click [Browse my computer for driver software].

6 Click [Browse].

7 Select “C:\LabSoluitions\Common\Drivers\USBSerialConversionDriverELSDLTIII” and

click [OK].
Set the correct drive letter of your PC where “C:\” is shown in the example.

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8 Click [Next].

9 Select the [Always trust software from “SEDERE SAS”] checkbox and then click
[Install].

Installation starts.

10 When the following sub-window appears, click [Close].

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11 Then, right-click [USB Serial Port] and select [Update driver] from the menu displayed.

12 Click [Browse my computer for driver software].

13 Click [Browse].

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14 Select “C:\LabSoluitions\Common\Drivers\USBSerialConversionDriverELSDLTIII” and

click [OK].
Set the correct drive letter of your PC where “C:\” is shown in the example.

15 Click [Next].

Installation starts.

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16 When the following sub-window appears, click [Close].

17 Check the COM port number displayed in [LT-ELSD USB Interface].

Set the COM port number checked in this step in [COM Port] in Communication Settings described in "3.1.1
Register the System Configuration of Each Instrument" P.27.

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When using an RS-232C cable for connection

1 Connect the COM port on the PC to the connector marked “RS-232” on the rear panel of
the ELSD-LT III by the RS-232C cable.

the rear panel of the ELSD-LT III

2 Turn the ELSD-LT III on.

3 Click [Control Panel] - [Device Manager] on Windows.

4 Check the COM port number displayed in [Communications Port].

Set the COM port number checked in this step in [COM Port] in Communication Settings described in "3.1.1
Register the System Configuration of Each Instrument" P.27

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2.2 Connect the PC to the GC Instrument

There are 2 types of connection, USB / LAN cable and RS-232C cable (interlink / cross), between the GC
and the PC. GC-2030 is connected using USB cable or LAN cable, and GC-2010, GC-2014, GC-2025 and
GC-14B are connected using an RS-232C cable.

2.2.1 Connect the PC to the GC-2030

1 Connect the LAN port on the PC to the LAN port on the rear panel of the GC by a LAN
cable.

2 Turn the GC on.

The GC starts up.

3 Press the “HOME” button on the GC.

Home window of the GC opens.

4 Press [Function] in Advanced Setting on the LCD.

5 Press [Configuration].

6 Press [Transmission Settings].

[Transmission Settings] sub-windows opens.

7 Choose [Ethernet] and enter IP Address, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway and then
press [Apply].

• Assign an IP address to the PC and GC to connect them to the network. Consult with the network
administrator before setting the IP address, subnet mask and default gateway when connecting to
a trunk LAN.
• Enter the network parameters in the following table to connect the PC to the GC without
connecting to a network.
IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway
PC 192.168.XXX.YYY 255.255.255.0 Not used
GC 192.168.XXX.ZZZ 255.255.255.0 Not used

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• GC-2030 is connecting to the PC using USB cable also.Use only the USB cable provided by
Shimadzu. Connect the USB cable to the USB port on the rear of the PC to prevent disconnection
of the cables.
• The USB driver for GC is automatically installed.

Connecting to PC

USB port on the B USB cable

series B series

2.2.2 Connect the PC to the GC-2010, GC-2014 or GC-2025

This section describes how to connect the PC to the GC-2010, GC-2014 or GC-2025.

1 Connect the COM port on the PC to the GC using an RS-232C cable.

2 Turn the GC on.

The GC starts up.

3 Press the [FUNC] key on the LCD.

The [Function] sub-window opens.

4 Press the [6] key, and then press the [ENTER] key.
The [System Configuration] sub-window opens.

5 Press the [3] key, and then press the [ENTER] key.
The [Transmission Parameter] sub-window opens.

6 Enter the parameters.

Protocol LEVEL 3
Baud rate (bps) 115200

To set the parameters, move between items with the up/down arrow keys, and select setting items
with the left/right arrow keys. Select the desired item, and press the [Enter] key to apply the
selection.

7 Turn the GC off.

Turn the GC on again to enable the new transmission parameter settings.

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2.2.3 Connect the PC to the Models other than GC-2030, GC-2010, GC-
2014 and GC-2025
This section describes how to connect the PC to the models other than GC-2030, GC-2010, GC-2014 and
GC-2025.

A 3ch optical link interface (PC-57N) is required on the CBM-102 to connect the GC-14B to the AOC-20i.
Connect connector 1 of the PC-57N and the connector marked [OPT LINK] on the power section for the
AOC-20i using an optical link cable.

 GC-14B

1 Connect the COM port on the PC to the CBM-102 using an RS-232C cable.

2 Connect the connector marked [OPT LINK] on the rear panel of the CBM-102 and the
connector marked [OPT LINK] on the rear panel of the GC using an optical link cable.
Exclusive optical link interfaces are required on the GC.

 Other GC Instruments (Connecting only to the CBM-102)

Connect the COM port on the PC to the CBM-102 using an RS-232C cable.

2.3 Connect the PC to the CBM-201m

There are 2 types of connection, USB cable and LAN cable, between the CBM-201m and the PC.

 USB Cable

1 Connect the PC to the CBM-201m using a USB cable.

Power is supplied to the CBM-201m when the USB cable is connected.

 LAN Cable
Connecting the PC to the CBM-201m using a LAN cable requires an USB power supply adapter, a
category 5 UTP straight cable, and a 100Base-TX switching hub. It also requires setting the IP address.
Refer to the instrument instruction manual for details on how to set the IP address.

1 Connect CBM-201m and the USB power supply adapter with the USB cable, insert the
plug of the USB power supply adapter in the socket.

2 Connect the PC to the CBM-201m using a LAN cable.

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Use the [System Configuration] sub-window to enter the instrument configuration of each system and
register the instruments to the software. The system configuration is saved to the system configuration file
for each system and does not need to be set each time the system is started. The instrument configuration
information does need to be changed when the column is replaced or when the instrument configuration is

3
changed.

CBM-201m can connect both of the instrument type LC and the instrument type GC.

^ Reference 3
Refer to "2.1 File Formats" in the System Users Guide for details on the system configuration file.

3
3.1 LC System Configuration
After the software has been installed, each instrument has been connected to the system controller, and
3
the PC has been connected to the LC, register each instrument to be used for data acquisition to the
software (system configuration).
This section describes how to register each instrument to the software.
3
3.1.1 Register the System Configuration of Each Instrument 3
1 Ensure that each instrument (pump, autosampler, column oven, and detector) is
connected to the system controller using an optical link cable.
3

2 Turn each instrument on. 3

3 Turn the PC on, and start Windows.
3
4 Double-click the (Main Window) icon displayed on the Windows Desktop. 3

5 Enter "Admin" at [User ID], and click [OK]. 3

3
3
3
3
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6 Click the (Instruments) icon, and double-click the icon of the instrument to use.

^ Reference
Refer to "Instrument Information" in Appendices of the System Users Guide for details on how to
change instrument registration and instrument information.

• Sometimes the instrument icon is not displayed immediately after the instrument is registered. If
this happens, right-click on the instrument icon display area, and click [Refresh].

• A message is displayed if the system configuration information of the selected instrument differs
from the actual instrument configuration.
Refer to "3.4.5 Messages Displayed during Start of the [Realtime Analysis] Program" P.54 for
details on displayed messages.

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

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8 Set each item, and click [OK].

1
2

1 Select the type of system controller from the [Model] list.

• Select PDA model from the PDA [Model] list to register the photodiode array (PDA) detector.
Select SPD-30AM from the MWD [Model] list to register SPD-30AM.
Select [Ethernet] as the communication mode, and enter the IP address that was set when
the system was installed to register the SPD-M20A, SPD-M30A/SPD-30AM or SPD-M40.
• Select ELSD-LTII or ELSD-LT III from the ELSD [Model] list to register ELSD-LTII or ELSD-LT
III. Select [RS232C] as the communication mode, and enter [COM Port].
• Select CBM-201m from the ADC [Model] list to register CBM-201m. In a single [Realtime
Analysis] program, the CBM-201m cannot be used with other instruments at the same time.
2 Click [Settings].
The [Communication Settings] sub-window opens.
3 Select the communication mode between the instrument and the PC from the [Communication] list.
• Ethernet
Enter [IP Address].

IP Address
CBM-20A 192.168.200.99 (default)
CBM-20Alite
SCL-40
CBM-40
CBM-40lite
CBM-201m 192.168.255.1 (default)
SPD-M20A 192.168.200.98 (default)
SPD-M30A
SPD-30AM
SPD-M40
LC-2030 192.168.200.96 (default)
LC-2040
LC-2050
LC-2060

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• RS232C
Enter [COM Port].

• USB
Select the serial number using [List] button.
• SCSI
Enter [SCSI Board] and [SCSI ID].

Select [RS232C(S)] in the [Communication Settings] sub-window when the SCL-10Asp ROM
version is Ver.1 (CDD-6A compatible).
4 Click [OK].
The icon of each instrument connected to the system controller is displayed in the [System
Configuration] sub-window.
The photodiode array detector icon is displayed when the photodiode array detector is connected.

The CBM-201m icon is displayed at [Available Modules] when the CBM-201m is connected. If
acquiring analog data from two detectors using one LC system, move [ADC Channel 1] and [ADC
Channel 2] from [Available Modules] to [Modules Used for Analysis].
If acquiring analog data from two detectors using different instruments, move either [ADC Channel 1]
or [ADC Channel 2] from [Available Modules] to [Modules Used for Analysis], and then move the
remaining [ADC Channel 1] or [ADC Channel 2] to [Modules Used for Analysis] for the other
instrument.

^ Reference
When connecting multiple instruments, set the system configuration for other instruments by
repeating the above procedure.
Refer to Instrument Information of Appendices of System User Guide.

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9 Double-click the respective instrument icon at [Modules Used for Analysis].

10 Set the detailed information for the instruments.

• The serial number and ROM version of the instrument can be checked in the instrument
[Properties] sub-window, and the connection settings of optional instruments can be set.
• Click [System Check] in the instrument [Properties] sub-window open the sub-window used to set
the system check criteria used as the reference for frequency of use for instrument consumables.
• The instrument [Properties] sub-window can also be opened by selecting the icon of the
instrument and clicking [Properties] in the [System Configuration] sub-window.
• When using an LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 3D model not provided with a PDA
instrument control license, click on the PDA detector name in the [System Configuration] sub-
window and then set [Data Acquisition Mode] to [2D] in the resulting [PDA Detector] sub-window
before use.
• When using the ELSD-LT III, be sure to configure the following settings in order to input the start
signal from the system controller. When the Start cable is connected to the output terminal [OUT1]
on the rear of the system controller, select [Start] in [Relay 1] in the [System Controller] sub-
window.

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11 When the instrument system configuration is complete, click [OK].

The system controller emits a high-pitched link tone.
This completes the system configuration setup.

• When connecting multiple LC systems, set the system configuration for other instruments by
repeating the above procedure.
• The wavelength for the SPD-M10Avp, SPD-M20A, SPD-M30A and SPD-M40 has been calibrated
at the time of shipment. However, we recommend performing a wavelength check in the [PDA
Utility] sub-window to check the operational qualification at the time of installation.
For details, refer to "4.3.2 Wavelength Check" P.62 for the SPD-M10Avp and SPD-M20A, or the
instruction manual for the SPD-M30A and SPD-M40.
• Be sure to perform wavelength calibration when using an SPD-M10Avp connected to CLASS-VP
in the software. Refer to "4.3.3 Automatic Wavelength Calibration" P.64 for details.

3.1.2 Change the System Configuration

This section describes how to change the system configuration after changing the instrument configuration
or other configurations.

1 Only turn on the instruments to use (e.g. pump, autosampler, column oven, detector).

2 Click the (Instruments) icon on the icon bar in the [LabSolutions Main] window,
and double-click the icon of the instrument in use.

A message is displayed if the system configuration information of the selected instrument differs
from the actual instrument configuration.
Refer to "3.4.5 Messages Displayed during Start of the [Realtime Analysis] Program" P.54 for details
on displayed messages.

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

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4 Click [Auto Configuration] in the [System Configuration] sub-window.

The content of [Modules Used for Analysis] is updated.

5 Click [OK].
The system controller emits a link tone.

This completes changing of the instrument configuration.

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3.2 Group Settings for the SPD-M40/M30A/M20A

3.2.1 Group Settings for the SPD-M40 and CBM-40/CBM-40lite, SCL-40,
CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite
Make group settings in order to be able to send a Start signal to the SPD-M40 from the system controller
(CBM-40/CBM-40lite, SCL-40, or CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite).

The CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite can be connected by setting the SPD-M40 to M20A compatible mode. Refer to
the Help for SPD-M40 Utility below for details on how to set the compatible mode.

1 Start up [SPD-M40 Utility].

Users are required to have the [Modify Instruments], [Run System Check] and [Modify System
Check Settings] rights to execute the SPD-M40 network settings.

^ Reference
Refer to "4.2 SPD-M40/M30A/30AM, LC-2030/2040/2050/2060 PDA Utility" P.58 for starting up.

2 On the [Instrument] menu, click [Network Settings].

3 In the [Network Settings] sub-window, click [System Information Settings]

The [System Information Settings] sub-window is displayed.

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4 In the [Master List] area, select the CBM to make group settings for, and click [Register].

Group settings for the CBM-40/CBM-40lite, SCL-40, CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite and SPD-M40 are now
complete.

• For information on the [SPD-M40 Utility] sub-window and Web window, refer to the SPD-M40 instruction
manual.
• The start signal can also be entered by directly connecting the SPD-M40 to the SCL-40, CBM-40/CBM-
40lite, or CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite using an event cable.

3.2.2 Group Settings for the SPD-M30A/SPD-30AM and CBM-20A/CBM-

20Alite
Make group settings in order to be able to send a Start signal to the SPD-M30A/SPD-30AM from the
system controller (CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite).

1 Start up [SPD-M30A Utility] ([SPD-30AM Utility] in the case of SPD-30AM).

Users are required to have the [Modify Instruments], [Run System Check] and [Modify System
Check Settings] rights to execute the SPD-M30A/SPD-30AM network settings.

^ Reference
Refer to "4.2 SPD-M40/M30A/30AM, LC-2030/2040/2050/2060 PDA Utility" P.58 for starting up
[SPD-M30A Utility]/[SPD-30AM Utility].

2 On the [Instrument] menu, click [Network Settings].

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3 In the [Network Settings] sub-window, click [System Information Settings]

The [System Information Settings] sub-window is displayed.

4 In the [Master List] area, select the CBM to make group settings for, and click [Register].
Group settings for the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite and SPD-M30A/SPD-30AM are now complete.

• For information on the [SPD-M30A Utility]/[SPD-30AM Utility] sub-window and Web window, refer to the
SPD-M30A/SPD-30AM instruction manual.
• The start signal can be sent directly to the SPD-M30A/SPD-30AM by connecting it to the CBM-20A/CBM-
20Alite using an event cable.

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3.2.3 Group Settings for the SPD-M20A and CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite

Match the SPD-M20A and CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite group names, and set the master server name of the
SPD-M20A so that it is the same as the CBM's system name to be able to send a Start signal to the SPD-
M20A from the system controller (CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite),
This section describes how to make group setting for the CBM-20A and SPD-M20A.
CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite SPD-M20A
IP Address 192.168.200.99 192.168.200.98
Group Name HPLC1 HPLC1
System Name CBM1 M20A1
Master Name - CBM1
User ID Admin (default) administrator (default)
Password Admin (default) pdaadmin (default)

 CBM-20A/20Alite Setup
Use the following procedure to enter the CBM-20A/20Alite group name and system name.

1 Open Internet Explorer on the PC.

2 Enter the IP address of the CBM-20A/20Alite ("192.168.200.99") in the address bar in

Internet Explorer, and press Enter.
The [CBM20A_Status] window opens.

3 Click the system name in HPLC Explorer.

(The serial number of the CBM-20A is displayed as the default system name.)
The [Login] window opens.

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4 Enter "Admin" at [User ID] and [Password], and click [Group Setting].
The [Group Setting] window opens.

5 Enter the system information on the [System Administration] tab, and click [Apply].
1

3
2

1 Select [-] from the [Group] box.

2 Click [Create Group], and enter "HPLC1" at [Group Name].
3 Click [Change System Names], and enter "CBM1" at [System Name].

6 Click the (Logout) icon to close the CBM-20A window.

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 SPD-M20A Setup
Use the following procedure to enter the group settings for the SPD-M20A.

1 Open Internet Explorer on the PC.

2 Enter the IP address of the SPD-M20A ("192.168.200.98") in the address bar in Internet
Explorer, and press [Enter] key.

3 Enter "administrator" at [User ID] and "pdaadmin" at [Password], and click [Login].

4 Enter the system information items, and click [Update].

Group Name: HPLC1
System Name: M20A1
Master Name: CBM1

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5 Click the (Logout) icon to close the SPD-M20A window.

This completes the setup on SPD-M20A.

When the SPD-M20A is linked to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite, the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite system name is
displayed at [PC/CBM] on the SPD-M20A's browser.

• Refer to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite Instruction Manual for the details on CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite web
windows.
• Up to 15 characters can be entered for the [Group Name] and [Master Name].
(Alpha numerics, "-" (hyphen) and "_" (underscore) can be entered.)
• The start signal can be sent directly to the SPD-M20A by connecting it to the CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite
using an event cable.

3.3 GC System Configuration

After the software has been installed and the PC has been connected to the GC, register each instrument
to be used for data acquisition to the software (system configuration).
This section describes how to register GC to the software.

3.3.1 Register the System Configuration of Each Instrument

1 Ensure that the GC is connected to the PC.

2 Turn the GC on.

3 Turn the PC on, and start Windows.

4 Double-click the (Main Window) icon displayed on the Windows Desktop.

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

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6 Click the (Instruments) icon on the icon bar, and double-click the icon of the
instrument to be used.

^ Reference
Refer to "Instrument Information" in Appendices of the System Users Guide for details on how to
change instrument registration and instrument information.

• Sometimes the instrument icon is not displayed immediately after the instrument is registered. If
this happens, right-click on the instrument icon display area, and click [Refresh].

• A message is displayed if the system configuration information of the selected instrument differs
from the actual instrument configuration.
Refer to "3.4.5 Messages Displayed during Start of the [Realtime Analysis] Program" P.54 for
details on displayed messages.

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

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8 Set the detailed information for the instrument, and click [OK].

1
2

1 Select the type of instrument from the [Model] list.

Select CBM-201m from the ADC [Model] list to register CBM-201m. In a single [Realtime
Analysis] program, the CBM-201m cannot be used with other instruments at the same time.
2 Click [Settings].
3 Select the communication mode between the instrument and the PC from the [Communication] list,
and click [OK].

• RS232C
Enter [COM Port].

• Ethernet
Enter [IP Address].
Select [Converter Type] for GC-2010/2014/2025, too. When the CBM-201m is used for the LAN
converter, select [CBM series] and when the other type is used, select [Generic].

IP Address
CBM-201m 192.168.255.1 (default)

• USB
Select the serial number using [List] button.

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To connect the GC-14B to AOC-20, click [CBM-102 Settings], and make settings in the [CBM-
102 Settings] sub-window that is displayed.

All instruments that can be used on the GC unit are displayed, based on the installation information
obtained from the GC, in the [System Configuration] sub-window.

The CBM-201m icon is displayed at [Available Modules] when the CBM-201m is connected. If
acquiring analog data from two detectors using one LC system, move [ADC Channel 1] and [ADC
Channel 2] from [Available Modules] to [Modules Used for Analysis].
If acquiring analog data from two detectors using different instruments, move either [ADC Channel 1]
or [ADC Channel 2] from [Available Modules] to [Modules Used for Analysis], and then move the
remaining [ADC Channel 1] or [ADC Channel 2] to [Modules Used for Analysis] for the other
instrument.

^ Reference
When connecting multiple instruments, set the system configuration for other instruments by
repeating the above procedure.
Refer to Instrument Information of Appendices of System User Guide.

9 Double-click the GC icon at [Modules Used for Analysis], and set the detailed
information for the instruments.
When the CBM-201m is connected, double-click the CBM-201m icon at [Modules Used for Analysis], and
set the detailed information for the instruments.

10 Set each item, and click [OK].

The following table lists frequently used parameters.
Parameter Explanation Default
# of Analytical Sets the number of analytical lines for the GC to be used in the software. 1
Lines
Gas Pressure Select a gas pressure unit to be used for displaying and setting the flow kPa
Unit from the [Gas Pressure Unit] list.

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Parameter Explanation Default

Save the Status
Select this checkbox to record the GC monitor values (e.g. carrier gas Deselected
Monitor pressure and column oven temperature) to the data file during data
acquisition.
START TIME Sets the time up to start of temperature control after carrier gas has started 0
to be fed. Substituting air in the flow path with carrier gas before the column
oven temperature is raised prevents damage to the column. Set 3 to 10
(min).
STOP TIME Sets the time up to end of temperature control after the GC has been 0
stopped.
FLOW OFF TIME Sets the time up to end of carrier gas flow after temperature control has 0
been stopped. Deselect this checkbox if this parameter is not used. Set 30
to 60 (min).

• For GC-2030

• For GC-2010 / GC-2014 / GC-2025 / GC-14B

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With the GC-14, click [Installation Information], and set an injection unit and a heater unit of detector
in the [Installation Information] sub-window that is displayed.

11 Double-click the respective instrument icon at [Modules Used for Analysis], and set the
detailed information for the instruments.
The [Properties] sub-window for each instrument opens.

• All auto-sampler types that can be used on the GC unit are displayed since installation
information for the auto-samplers cannot be obtained. Select the instruments that are used at
[Available Modules], click , and move them to [Modules Used for Analysis].
• For details on the instrument [Properties] sub-window, click [Help] on the sub-window, and refer to
the Help that is displayed.
• The instrument [Properties] sub-window can also be opened by selecting the icon of the
instrument to be set and clicking [Properties] in the [System Configuration] sub-window.

12 When the instrument system configuration is complete, click [OK].

This completes the system configuration setup.

When connecting multiple GC systems, set the system configuration for other instruments by repeating the
above procedure.

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3.3.2 Change the Column to Be Connected

To change the column to be used for data acquisition, set the column information on the [Column] tab in the
[System Configuration] sub-window.

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

2 Double-click the [Column] icon for the line to be changed at [Modules Used for
Analysis].

3 Set each item, and click [Register to Column List].

1 Enter the column name, type, inner diameter, length, film thickness of the liquid phase, and upper
limit temperature.
2 If necessary, enter the start date for the column, option items and comments.

To use the column registered in the column list, click [Refer to Column List], and select the column to
be used for data acquisition.

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4 Click [OK] in the [System Configuration] sub-window.

This completes the column replacement.

3.3.3 Change the DAFC Usage Mode on the GC-2014

This section describes how to set the dual AFC as a flow controller for makeup gas.

1 Turn the GC-2014 on when the software is not linked to the GC (before startup).

2 Press the [FUNC] key on the GC-2014 to display [Function], and select [6 GC
Configuration].

3 Select [9 Other Configurations] in the [System Configuration] sub-window.

4 Change [DAFC] to [AMC.LR] at [DAFC Unit].

This sets the dual AFC to be a flow controller for makeup gas instead of the one for carrier gas.

To set the flow rate of the makeup gas on the GC unit, select the channel (L or R) on the packed
injection port on which the split flow lines of adapter were installed, on the sub-window where the
[OPTION] key was pressed. Deselect the other channel that is not used.

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5 Click the (Instruments) icon on the icon bar in the [LabSolutions Main] window,
and double-click the icon for the instrument to be used.

A message is displayed if the system configuration information of the selected instrument differs
from the actual instrument configuration.
Click [OK] in the displayed message sub-window to open the [System Configuration] sub-window.
For more details on the displayed message, refer to "3.4.5 Messages Displayed during Start of the
[Realtime Analysis] Program" P.54.

6 Double-click [Additional Flow] at [Available Modules], and add to [Modules Used for
Analysis].

7 Double-click [Additional Flow] at [Modules Used for Analysis].

8 Set each item, and click [OK].

9 Click [OK] in the [System Configuration] sub-window.

This completes setting of the dual AFC as a flow controller for makeup gas.

To return the packed column to be used for data acquisition, dual AFC cannot be added to an analytical line
as it is. Be sure to return setting on GC-2014, to [DAFC] at [DAFC Unit] before selecting AFC for an
analytical line.

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3.4 Instrument Is Not Recognized

Sometimes the instrument is not recognized when the software is opened and [Not Connected] is
displayed as the LC status.
This section describes how to correct instrument recognition problems.

3.4.1 Check the PC and LC Connection

Check the following items when the LC is not recognized by the software:
• Connection between the PC and system controller
• Connection between the system controller and each instrument
• Order in which each instrument is turned on

 Check the PC and System Controller Connection

A possible cause for the LC status in the [Data Acquisition] window to be [Not Connected] is that the PC
was not properly connected to the system controller. Check the following items.

SCL-40/CBM-40/CBM-40lite/CBM-20A/CBM-20Alite
Click [Instrument (Communication Setting)] at [Modules Used for Analysis] in the [System Configuration]
sub-window, and check the [Model], [Communication] and [Settings].
Model: System controller model name
Communication: [Ethernet]
Settings: IP address of system controller in use

Check the IP Address and Subnet Mask on the system controller. Refer to "2.1 Connect the PC to the LC
Instrument" P.9 for details on how to check the communication settings.

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SCL-10Avp
Click [Instrument (Communication Setting)] at [Modules Used for Analysis] in the [System Configuration]
sub-window, and check the [Model], [Communication] and [Settings].
Model: [SCL-10Avp]
Communication: [RS-232C]
Settings: PC COM port No.

Check the communication settings of the SCL-10Avp. Refer to "2.1.3 Connect the PC to the SCL-10Avp"
P.10 for details on how to check the communication settings.

LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060
Click [Instrument (Communication Setting)] at [Modules Used for Analysis] in the [System Configuration]
sub-window, and check the [Model], [Communication] and [Settings].
Model: [LC-2030], [LC-2040], [LC-2050] or [LC-2060]
Communication: [Ethernet]
Settings: LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 IP address

Check the communication settings of the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060. Refer to "2.1.5 Connect the
PC to the LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060" P.12 for details on how to check the communication settings.
In case of 3D model, refer to"3.4.2 Check the PC and PDA/MWD Detector Connection" P.51.

LC-2010
Click [Instrument (Communication Setting)] at [Modules Used for Analysis] in the [System Configuration]
sub-window, and check the [Model], [Communication] and [Settings].
Model: [LC-2010]
Communication: [RS-232C]
Settings: PC COM port No.

Refer to "2.1.4 Connect the PC to the LC-2010" P.12 for details on how to check the communication
settings.

 Check the LC Instrument and the System Controller Connection

A possible cause for the LC status in the [Data Acquisition] window to be [Not Connected] is that the LC
instrument was not properly connected to the system controller. Check the following items.
• The [REMOTE] indicator on the LC instrument
• Link address of the system controller

• If the [REMOTE] indicator is not illuminated, check the optical link cables and connectors, and verify the
[LOCAL] and [ADRS] communication settings of the LC instruments.
• After the link addresses between the system controller and LC instrument are fixed, an error may occur
when the connection with the software is established. After unlocking the link address on the system
controller, establish the connection with the software again.

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 Check the Order in which the LC Instrument is Turned On

Depending on the order in which the instruments are turned on, the system controller may not recognize
LC instrument. Turn the instruments on in the following order.

1 LC instrument
2 System controller
3 PC

3.4.2 Check the PC and PDA/MWD Detector Connection

If the photodiode array detector is not recognized by the software, check the following points:
• Connection between the PC and the photodiode array detector
• Connection between the system controller and the photodiode array detector
• Order in which each instrument is turned on

 Check the PC and the Photodiode Array Detector Connection

A probable cause for the PDA/MWD status in the [Data Acquisition] window to be [Not Connected], is that
the photodiode array detector is not properly connected to the PC.
Click [Instrument (Communication Setting)] at [Modules Used for Analysis] in the [System Configuration]
sub-window, and check the [Model], [Communication] and [Settings].
LC-2030/LC-2040 3D
Model: [LC-2030/2040 PDA]
Communication: None
Settings: None

LC-2050/LC-2060 3D
Model: [LC-2050/2060 PDA]
Communication: None
Settings: None

SPD-M40
Model: [SPD-M40]
Communication: [Ethernet]
Settings: IP address of SPD-M40

SPD-M30A
Model: [SPD-M30A]
Communication: [Ethernet]
Settings: IP address of SPD-M30A

SPD-M20A
Model: [SPD-M20A]
Communication: [Ethernet]
Settings: IP address of SPD-M20A

SPD-M10Avp
Model: [SPD-M10Avp]
Communication: [SCSI]
Settings: [SCSI Board] and [SCSI ID] of SPD-M10Avp

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• Depending on the order in which instruments are turned on, the photodiode array detector may not be
recognized. If this happens, turn the photodiode array detector and the other instruments on, and then
start the PC.
• Check the IP Address and Subnet Mask communications settings on the photodiode array detector. For
details on how to check these settings, refer to "3.2 Group Settings for the SPD-M40/M30A/M20A" P.34.
• When using an LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 3D model not provided with a PDA instrument
control license, click on the PDA detector name in the [System Configuration] sub-window and then set
[Data Acquisition Mode] to [2D] in the resulting [PDA Detector] sub-window before use.

 Check the System Controller and the Photodiode Array Detector Connection
When data acquisition using the photodiode array detector has not started even though [Ready] is
displayed in the status in the [Data Acquisition] window, check the relay settings between the photodiode
array detector and the system controller, and the following points:
• Event cable between the photodiode array detector and system controller
• Relay output terminal No. of system controller
• Relay settings of system controller

• In the case of a LC-2030/LC-2040/LC-2050/LC-2060 3D model, it does not need to check the system
controller and the photodiode array detector connection.
• Click the [System Controller] at [Modules Used for Analysis] in the [System Configuration] sub-window
and set the system controller [Relays] in the [System Controller] sub-window. Ensure that the relay output
terminal setting is [Start] for the one the event cable is connected to on the rear of the system controller.

• SPD-M40, SPD-M30A or SPD-M20A is not connected to the system controller using an event cable but
the system controller is registered to the detector as a master server. When data acquisition on the
detector does not start, check the detector communication settings. refer to "3.2 Group Settings for the
SPD-M40/M30A/M20A" P.34 for details.
• The relay output terminal display differs according to the type of system controller. Refer to the Instruction
Manual for the respective system controller for more details.

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3.4.3 Check the PC and GC Connection

If the GC is not recognized by the software, check the following points:
• Communication settings between PC and GC (transmission parameters in GC instrument)
• Any error occurrence on the AOC unit
• Order in which each instrument is turned on

 Check the Communication Settings Between PC and GC

A probable cause for the GC status in the [Data Acquisition] window to be [Not Connected], is that the GC
is not properly connected to the PC.
Click [Instrument (Communication Setting)] at [Modules Used for Analysis] in the [System Configuration]
sub-window, and check the [Instrument], [Communication] and [Settings].
Instrument: Name of the GC in use
Communication: [RS-232C]
Settings: PC COM port No.

• Check the transmission parameters in GC instrument, refer to"2.2 Connect the PC to the GC Instrument"
P.23.
• If the CBM-102 is in use, make sure that the CBM-102 and the GC are connected using an optical link
cable.
• If the AOC-20 is in use, make sure that the [AOC Connection] checkbox is deselected on the [CBM-102
Settings] sub-window.

 Check for Error Occurrence on the AOC Unit

If any error has occurred on the AOC unit, cancel the error according to the Instruction Manual, and then
restart the AOC unit.

 Check Order in Which Each Instrument Is Turned On

Depending on the order in which the instruments are turned on, the software may not recognize the
instruments.
Turn the instruments on in the following order.

1 AOC
2 GC
3 PC

If the CBM-102 is in use, first start the GC and then turn the CBM-102 on.

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3.4.4 Check the PC and CBM-201m

If the CBM-201m is not recognized by the software, check the following points:

 Check the Communication Settings Between PC and CBM-201m

A probable cause for the ADC status in the [Data Acquisition] window to be [Not Connected], is that the
CBM-201m is not properly connected to the PC.
Click [Instrument (Communication Setting)] at [Modules Used for Analysis] in the [System Configuration]
sub-window, and check the [Instrument], [Communication] and [Settings].
Instrument: CBM-201m
Communication: [USB] or [Ethernet]
Settings: [USB]: CBM-201m serial number
[Ethernet]: CBM-201m IP address

When connecting to the CBM-201m from two instruments, set the communication settings to either USB or
Ethernet.

The CBM-201m cannot be connected to instruments in the following cases.

• When attempting to connect the channel currently in use
• When the CBM-201m is already connected to another PC
• When specifying the connection from the setup tool

3.4.5 Messages Displayed during Start of the [Realtime Analysis]

Program
This section describes messages that are displayed when the [Realtime Analysis] program is started.

 [2206] The specified system configuration has been different with LC

hardware configuration.
This message is displayed when the instrument configuration in the software differs from the current
instrument configuration. It is also displayed the instruments are turned on in the wrong order or when an
instrument is turned off while its connection is active.
Re-examine the system configuration of the instruments and the order in which they were turned on, and
restart the software.

 [241a] The hardware configuration for this method is different from the current
instrument configuration. The configuration in the method is adapted to the
current instrument configuration.
This message is displayed when the method file used for the previous data acquisition and the method file
in the batch table differ from those in the current instrument configuration. The system configuration
information saved in the method files must match the current instrument configuration to display the
method files or execute realtime batch.
Click [OK] to match the system configuration information saved in the method files with the instrument
configuration.
Click [Cancel] to stop loading the method files and the start of realtime batch.
Check the various parameters since defaults are entered to units in a different configuration when the
system configuration information has been matched to the current instrument configuration.

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4.1 LC System Maintenance

4.1.1 Reset Consumables
Reset records on usage rate records for consumables when LC unit consumables are replaced.
4
• ROM of version Ver.5.33 or later should be used for the SCL-10Avp.
4
• If an older version of the ROM is used for the SIL-10ADvp or the LC-10ADvp/10ATvp, the parameters
should be initialized on the main unit.
• Use the PDA Utility to reset the usage time for the D2 lamp and W lamp on the photodiode array detector.
4
 For "-40” Series Instruments 4
The following describes how to start up the LC-40 series parts management tool.

• Be sure to start up the [Realtime Analysis] program and set up the system configuration before starting
4
the instrument maintenance tool.
This tool cannot be connected to the instrument without setting the system configuration.
Refer to "3.1 LC System Configuration" P.27 for details on system configuration.
4
^ Reference
• For details, refer to the Help for the LC-40 series parts management tool or system guide. 4
1 Exit LabSolutions analysis.
If the LabSolutions analysis program is running, exit the analysis program.
4
2 Click the (Start) menu to display the list of applications and then click
[LabSolutions]-[Instrument Maintenance Tools].
4

When using Windows 7, click [All Programs]-[LabSolutions]-[Instrument Maintenance Tools]-

4
[Instrument Maintenance Tools].

4
3 Select the desired options in the [Tool Launcher] window.

4
4
4
1 Select [LC-40 series Parts Management Tool] at [Application].
2 Select the target analysis instrument at [Detector Name].
4
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When the analysis instrument that is connected to the instrument for maintenance is not
displayed, check the system configuration. Refer to "3.1 LC System Configuration" P.27
3 Click [Run].

4 Select a registered username from the [User ID] list, enter the password, and click [OK].

This tool can be opened using administrator rights after logging in as a user who has the [Modify
Instruments] and [Modify System Check Settings] rights.
The title displays [Manager Mode] when the system has been started by a user having administrator
rights and [Operator Mode] when the system has been started by a user having operator rights.

5 Select the tab for the target instrument and click [Register] for the applicable part to
register the latest part information.

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 For "-30," "-20," or "-10” Series Instruments

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

2 Click [Advanced>>].

3 Click [Reset].

4 Click the [LC] tab.

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5 Click the [Reset] button for items that have been replaced.

4.2 SPD-M40/M30A/30AM, LC-2030/2040/2050/2060 PDA

Utility
Check and adjust the PDA (photodiode array) detector in the following cases.
When the detector is installed Perform the wavelength check (D2/Ho). *
When a lamp is replaced Perform automatic setting of the exposure time. Reset the total usage time for
the lamp (Not necessary for SPD-M40). Perform the wavelength check (D2/Ho).

When a cell is replaced Perform automatic setting of the exposure time. Perform the wavelength check
(D2/Ho). *
When the detector is moved Perform the wavelength check (D2/Ho). *
When validation is performed Perform the wavelength check (D2/Ho). *
Check the leak sensor and the linearity and accuracy of absorbance.

* If the results of the wavelength check are unacceptable, perform automatic wavelength calibration.

Use the [PDA Utility] to perform maintenance on the photodiode array detector.

This section describes the startup procedure.

The PDA/MWD detector must be configured with LabSolutions prior to open this utility.
If it is not configured, this utility cannot be opened.
Refer to "3.1 LC System Configuration" P.27.

^ Reference
For details, refer to this utility help, or the instrument instruction manual.

1 Exit LabSolutions analysis.

If the LabSolutions analysis program is running, exit the analysis program.

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2 Click the (Start) menu to display the list of applications and then click
[LabSolutions]-[Instrument Maintenance Tools].

When using Windows 7, click [All Programs]-[LabSolutions]-[Instrument Maintenance Tools]-

[Instrument Maintenance Tools].

3 Select the desired options in the [Tool Launcher] window.

1 Select [SPD-M40 Utility], [SPD-M30A Utility], [SPD-30AM Utility], or [PDA Utility (LC-2030/2040/
2050/2060)] for [Application].
2 Select the analysis instrument that is connected to the instrument for maintenance for [Detector
Name].

When the analysis instrument that is connected to the instrument for maintenance is not
displayed, check the system configuration. Refer to "3.1 LC System Configuration" P.27.
3 Click [Run].

4 Select a registered username from the [User ID] list, enter the password, and click [OK].

For example, the launcher window for SPD-M30A Utility is displayed.

Operator Privileges: Administrator Privileges:

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4.3 PDA Utility for SPD-M20A/M10Avp

Check and adjust the PDA (photodiode array) detector in the following cases.
When the detector is installed Perform the wavelength check (D2/Ho). *
When a lamp is replaced Perform automatic setting of the exposure time. Reset the total usage time for
the lamp. Perform the wavelength check (D2/Ho). *
When a cell is replaced Perform automatic setting of the exposure time. Perform the wavelength check
(D2/Ho). *
When the detector is moved Perform the wavelength check (D2/Ho). *
When the software is changed Perform wavelength calibration. (SPD-M10Avp only)
(to and from CLASS-VP)
When validation is performed Perform the wavelength check (D2/Ho). *
Check the leak sensor and the linearity and accuracy of absorbance.

* If the results of the wavelength check are unacceptable, perform automatic wavelength calibration.

Use the [PDA Utility] sub-window to perform maintenance on the photodiode array detector.

1 2 3 4 5 6

No. Explanation
1 Wavelength Check
2 Wavelength Calibration
3 Leak Sensor Check/Adjustment
4 Cell Temperature Check
5 Absorbance Accuracy Check/Calibration
6 Instrument Information

• These functions cannot be used simultaneously.

• Sometimes the liquid in the flow cell must be replaced with water when using the check and
adjustment functions. Refer to the detector Instruction Manual for more details.
• [The Leak Sensor Check/Adjustment], [Cell Temperature Check] and [Absorbance Accuracy
Check/Calibration] functions are exclusively for the SPD-M20A. These functions cannot be used
when using the SPD-M10Avp.

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4.3.1 Open the [PDA Utility] Sub-Window

This section describes how to open the [PDA Utility] sub-window.

• Do not use this utility if the [Realtime Analysis] program is already started.
• The PDA detector must be configured with LabSolutions prior to open the PDA Utility.
If it is not configured, PDA Utility cannot be opened.
Refer to "3.1 LC System Configuration" P.27.

1 Exit the [Realtime Analysis] program if it is running.

2 Click the (Start) menu to display the list of applications and then click
[LabSolutions]-[Instrument Maintenance Tools].

When using Windows 7, click [All Programs]-[LabSolutions]-[Instrument Maintenance Tools]-

[Instrument Maintenance Tools].

3 Select [PDA Utility (SPD-M10Avp/M20A)] at [Application], and the connected analytical

instrument that maintenance is to be performed at [Detector Name], and click [Run].

When the analysis instrument that is connected to the instrument for maintenance is not displayed,
check the system configuration. Refer to "3.1 LC System Configuration" P.27.

4 Select a registered user name in the [User ID] list, enter the [Password] and click [OK].

The [PDA Utility] sub-window opens.

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4.3.2 Wavelength Check

Two different checks are included in the wavelength check.
• Wavelength check using a deuterium lamp/holmium filter (D2/Ho)
• Wavelength check using a low-pressure mercury vapor lamp (Hg)
Use a deuterium lamp/holmium filter (D2/Ho) to perform the wavelength accuracy check during daily
maintenance.
The two emission lines (486.0 nm and 656.1 nm) of the deuterium lamp and the two absorption maximums
(287.6 nm and 360.8 nm) of the built-in holmium filter are measured to perform the wavelength accuracy
check.

 D2/Ho Wavelength Check

1 Replace the liquid in the flow cell with water.

2 Click the (Wavelength Check) button in the [PDA Utility] sub-window.

3 Select [D2/Ho] in the [Wavelength Check] menu.

The wavelength is checked, and the result is displayed on screen.

4 Confirm that the check results indicate [PASS].

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5 If [Fail] is returned for the check results, check the following items, and perform
automatic wavelength calibration.
• Was the liquid in the flow cell replaced with water during this wavelength check and at the previous
automatic wavelength calibration?
• Weren’t bubbles present in the flow cell during this wavelength check or at the previous automatic
wavelength calibration?
• Did the deuterium lamp illuminate? (Verify that the LED located on the front of the detector is
illuminated.)

• Contact your Shimadzu representative if the results still indicate [FAIL] after performing the
automatic wavelength calibration.
• All wavelength check functions that are not explained above are used by service personnel to
make adjustments.

^ Reference
Refer to "4.3.3 Automatic Wavelength Calibration" P.64 for details on the automatic wavelength
calibration.

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4.3.3 Automatic Wavelength Calibration

Use the [PDA Wavelength Calibration] window to adjust or check the automatic wavelength calibration, the
automatic exposure time setting, the total usage time of the lamp, and the light intensity check.

 Automatic Wavelength Calibration Procedure

The automatic wavelength calibration function is used to determine the wavelength that enters into each
light receiving element in the photodiode array. This function is not often used as the results of wavelength
calibration are stored within the detector.

1 Replace the liquid in the flow cell with water, and verify that no air bubbles are in the
optical path inside the flow cell.

2 Click the (Wavelength Calibration) button in the [PDA Utility] sub-window.

3 Select [Calibrate Wavelength Table] in the [Function] menu.

The wavelength is automatically calibrated.

After automatic wavelength calibration, check the wavelength by performing a wavelength check.

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 Set Exposure Time (Automatic)

Exposure time refers to the duration that the photodiode array elements accumulate electric charges.
Proper exposure time values are important because if the value is set too long, the signal is saturated, and
if it is too short, the S/N is poor. Use the automatic exposure time function to set proper values.

1 Replace the liquid in the cell with water and verify that there are no bubbles in the cell
before using the automatic exposure time function.

Air bubbles in the optical path inside of the cell will prevent proper values from being obtained.

2 Click the (Wavelength Calibration) button in the [PDA Utility] sub-window.

3 Select [Set Exposure Time] in the [Function] menu.

The exposure time is automatically set, and the result is displayed.

4 Check the exposure time value, and click [Yes].

The exposure time and the voltage of the tungsten (W) lamp are set.

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 Total Lamp Usage Time

Check the total lamp usage time for the deuterium (D2) and tungsten (W) lamp individually. Reset the total
usage time for the corresponding lamp when it is replaced.

1 Click the (Wavelength Calibration) button in the [PDA Utility] sub-window.

2 Select [Lamp Time] in the [Function] menu.

The total usage time of each lamp is displayed.

Clicking [Reset] for each lamp resets the total usage time.

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 Light Intensity Check

This function continuously scans and checks the light intensity of each lamp. Typically, the results of the
light intensity check performed in the wavelength check are used. The light intensity check described in
this section is used by service personnel when they perform detailed checks.

1 Replace the liquid in the flow cell with water, and ensure that there are no air bubbles in
the flow cell.

2 Click the (Wavelength Calibration) button in the [PDA Utility] sub-window.

3 Select [Check Light] in the [Function] menu.

4 Select the type of lamp in use, set the wavelength and voltage thresholds, and click
[OK].

Click [Standard] to reset the values to their defaults.

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The lamp intensity check begins, and the data is updated in real time through continuous scanning.

The bar on the right changes color according to the voltage at a specified wavelength.
• Blue indicates that the voltage at the specified wavelength is higher than the threshold voltage.
• Red indicates that the voltage at the specified wavelength is lower than the threshold voltage.
This signals that the light intensity of the lamp is insufficient. If the indicator bar is red, replace the
lamp as necessary.

5 Select [Check Light] again in the [Function] menu to stop continuous scanning to check
the light intensity.

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4.3.4 Leak Sensor Check/Adjustment

Check operation of the leak sensor and adjust leak detection sensitivity in the [Leak Sensor Check] sub-
window.

 Check Operation of the Leak Sensor

Determine whether the leak sensor can properly detect leak.

1 Verify that there are no leaks in the detector and confirm that the sensor output value is
around 100.

2 Click the
window.
(Leak Sensor Check/Adjustment) button in the [PDA Utility] sub-

3 Click [Sensor Check].

4 Open the front panel of the detector, and pour water into the leak sensor tray.
If the sensor output exceeds the threshold, the sensor passes the check.

• If the sensor output does not exceed the threshold with water in the leak sensor tray, the detection
sensitivity (threshold) must be adjusted.
• Click [Cancel] to stop the leak sensor check.

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 Adjust the Leak Sensor Threshold

Adjust the detection sensitivity if the sensor output does not exceed the threshold even after pouring water
into the leak sensor tray. (threshold)

1 Click the
window.
(Leak Sensor Check/Adjustment) button in the [PDA Utility] sub-

2 Select [Threshold] on the [Function] menu.

3 Adjust the threshold value.

Enter a value between 100 and the sensor output value obtained when the leak sensor is moistened with
water.

The lower the threshold value, the more sensitive the sensor becomes. If the value is close to 100,
operational errors may occur due to changes in room temperature.

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4.3.5 Temperature-Controlled Cell

If a temperature-controlled cell is used for the flow cell, the plot of the actual temperature relative to the set
temperature can be displayed in the [Cell Temperature Check] sub-window.

Operation of the temperature-controlled cell can be checked only on the SPD-M20A.

 Check the Temperature-Controlled Cell

1 Click the (Cell Temperature Check) icon in the [PDA Utility] sub-window.

Select [Temperature] on the [Settings] menu to change the set temperature of the temperature-
controlled cell.

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4.3.6 Absorbance Accuracy Check/Calibration

Check and calibrate the absorbance accuracy of the detector using a standard absorbance cell in the
[Absorbance Accuracy Check/Calibration] sub-window.

 Check Absorbance Accuracy

1 Click the
window.
(Absorbance Accuracy Check/Calibration) icon in the [PDA Utility] sub-

2 Select [Conditions] on the [Settings] menu.

3 Enter the standard filter absorbance, measurement wavelength, acceptance criteria, and
sampling conditions.

4 Select [Absorbance Accuracy Check] in the [Function] menu.

5 Replace the flow cell with a cell for measurement of absorbance accuracy.

Do not attach the optical filter for absorbance calibration (external standard filter).

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6 Click [Next], and adjust the absorbance without the filter attached (i.e. the background
spectrum) to [0].

7 Attach the optical filter for absorbance calibration (external standard filter) to the cell,
and click [Next].
The absorbance of the cell with the filter attached is measured, and the absorbance accuracy check
results are displayed.

If the check results are unacceptable, absorbance accuracy calibration must be performed.

 Calibrate Absorbance Accuracy

If the absorbance accuracy check results are unacceptable, calibrate the absorbance accuracy.

1 Click the
window.
(Absorbance Accuracy Check/Calibration) icon in the [PDA Utility] sub-

2 Select [Conditions] on the [Settings] menu.

3 Enter the standard filter absorbance, measurement wavelength, acceptance criteria, and
the sampling conditions at measurement of the standard cell.

4 Select [Absorbance Accuracy Check] on the [Function] menu.

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5 Replace the flow cell with a cell for measurement of absorbance accuracy, and click
[Next].

Do not attach the optical filter for absorbance calibration (external standard filter).

The absorbance without the filter attached (i.e. the background spectrum) is measured.

6 Attach the optical filter for absorbance calibration (external standard filter) to the cell,
and click [Next].
The absorbance with the filter attached is measured, and parameters based on the measurement results
are displayed.

7 Confirm the displayed parameters, and click [Next].

Absorbance accuracy is calibrated according to the displayed parameters.

Click [Cancel] to discard the measurement results and use the original parameters.

4.3.7 Instrument Information

The detector instrument information and ROM version can be reviewed.

 Display Instrument Information

1 Click the (Instrument Information) button in the [PDA Utility] sub-window.

Information about the detector including the serial number and the ROM version is displayed.

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4.4 GC System Maintenance

4.4.1 Reset the Number of Uses of the GC Septum and Glass Insert
The number of uses of the septum and glass insert can be reset on the software as well as on the GC.
Reset the number of uses by one of the following methods when a septum or glass insert is replaced.

 Reset with LabSolutions

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

2 Click [Reset].

3 Click [GC] tab.

4 Click [Reset] for the replaced item.

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 Reset on the GC-2030

1 Press the (HOME) - [Function] - [Diagnosis].

The [Diagnosis] sub-window opens.

2 Press the [Analysis Counter].

3 Press the [Reset] of counter for the [Septum Usage Counter] or [Liner Usage Counter].
Rest the analysis counts.

 Reset on the GC-2010

1 Select [3. Analysis Counter] in the sub-window where the [DIAG] key is pressed.

2 Move the cursor to the analysis counts of septum counter or that of insert counter, and
select [Reset] on the PF menu.
Rest the analysis counts.

4.4.2 Set the Estimated Replacement Time for Consumables

For the GC-2010, GC-2014 and GC-2025, replacement time (number of uses) of injection port septa and
inserts can be preset.

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

2 Double-click [INJ] at [Modules Used for Analysis].

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3 Click [System Check].

4 Set each upper limit of counts, and click [OK].

If the AOC is in use, [Septum Used Counts] (estimated replacement time) is about 100.
[Insert Used Counts] varies depending on each sample.

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 Index

C instrument register(LC) ....................................... 27

IP address ....................................................... 9, 10
connect controller to PDA detector ......................52
connect LC unit to controller ................................50
L
connect LC-2010..................................................12
connect LC-2030..................................................12 LabSolutions installation ....................................... 1
connect LC-2040..................................................12 LabSolutions uninstall ........................................... 7
connect LC-2050..................................................12 LC maintenance utility ......................................... 55
connect LC-2060..................................................12 LC-2010 .............................................................. 12
connect PC and controller....................................49 LC-2030 .............................................................. 12
connect PC and GC .............................................53 LC-2040 .............................................................. 12
connect PC and PDA detector .............................51 LC-2050 .............................................................. 12
connect PC to CBM-201m ...................................25 LC-2060 .............................................................. 12
connect PC to controller.........................................9
connect PC to ELSD-LT II....................................14
connect PC to ELSD-LT III...................................14 O
connect PC to GC ................................................23
operating system ................................................... 1
connect PC to GC-14B.........................................25
connect PC to GC-2010/2014/2025 .....................24
connect PC to SPD-M10Avp................................14 P
connect SCL-10Avp .............................................10
controller ..............................................................37 PC connect to CBM-201m .................................. 25
controller connect LC units...................................50 PC connect to controller ...................................... 49
PC connect to GC ......................................... 23, 53
PC connect to GC-14B........................................ 25
E PC connect to GC-2010/2014/2025 .................... 24
PC connect to LC ............................................ 9, 49
ELSD-LT II ...........................................................14
PC connect to PDA detector ............................... 51
ELSD-LT III ..........................................................14
PDA utility(SPD-M20A/M10Avp) ......................... 60
PDA utility(SPD-M40/M30A/30AM, LC-2030/2040/
G 2050/2060) .......................................................... 58
power order ......................................................... 51
group settings.......................................................37

R
H
realtime analysis ................................................. 54
hardware connection..............................................9 register GC instruments ...................................... 40
register LC instruments ....................................... 27
I reset consumables .............................................. 55

installation ..............................................................1 S
instruction manuals ............................................... iii
instrument not recognized....................................49 SCL-10Avp .......................................................... 10
instrument register(GC)........................................40

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Index

software installation............................................... 1
software uninstall .................................................. 7
SPD-M20A setup ................................................ 39
subnet mask.................................................... 9, 10
system configuration ........................................... 27
system maintenance ........................................... 55

U
uninstall ................................................................. 7

W
warranty ................................................................ iv

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