ChromNAV GPC

Molecular weight distribution calculation program

Installation Manual

P/N:0302-0640B March 2010

Preface
This instruction manual serves as a guide for using this instrument. It is intended to
instruct first-time users on how to properly use the instrument, and to serve as a
reference for experienced users.

Before using the instrument, read this instruction manual carefully, and make sure you
fully understand its contents. This manual should be easily accessible to the operator at
all times during instrument operation. When not using the instrument, keep this manual
stored in a safe place. Should this instruction manual be lost, order a replacement from
your local JASCO distributor.

Note: With this software you can use the same graphic user interface to analyze a wide
variety of data from various spectroscopic instruments. This manual explains all
the functions offered by this software using data from a JASCO spectrometer. We
have tried to ensure that all functions are explained clearly for users of any
JASCO instrument compatible with this software, but if you cannot find an
explanation for a specific function please contact your local JASCO
representative.

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Servicing
Contact your local JASCO distributor for instrument servicing. In addition, contact your
JASCO distributor before moving the instrument to another location. Consumable parts
should be ordered according to part number from your local JASCO distributor. If a part
number is unknown, give your JASCO distributor the model name and serial number of
your instrument.

Do not return contaminated products or parts that may constitute a health hazard to
JASCO employees.

Notices
JASCO shall not be held liable, either directly or indirectly, for any consequential damage
incurred as a result of product use.
Prohibitions on the use of JASCO software

Copying the software for purposes other than backup

Transfer or licensing the right to use software to a third party
Disclosure of confidential information regarding the software
Modification of the software
Use of the software on multiple workstations, network terminals, or by other methods
(not applicable under a network licensing agreement concluded with JASCO)

The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice for product
improvement.
This manual is considered complete and accurate at publication.
This manual does not guarantee the validity of any patent rights or other rights.
If a JASCO software program has failed causing an error or improper operation, this may
be caused by a conflict from another program operating on the PC. In this case, take
corrective action by uninstalling the conflicting product(s).

(C) JASCO Corporation, 2010. All rights reserved. Printed in JAPAN.

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Limited Warranty
Products sold by JASCO, unless otherwise specified, are warranted for a period of one
year from the date of shipment to be free of defects in materials and workmanship. If any
defects in the product are found during this warranty period, JASCO will repair or
replace the defective part(s) or product free of charge.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO DEFECTS RESULTING FROM THE

FOLLOWING:

IMPROPER OR INADEQUATE INSTALLATION

IMPROPER OR INADEQUATE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, ADJUSTMENT OR
CALIBRATION
UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION OR MISUSE
USE OF CONSUMABLE PARTS NOT SUPPLIED BY AN AUTHORIZED JASCO
DISTRIBUTOR
CORROSION DUE TO THE USE OF IMPROPER SOLVENTS, SAMPLES, OR DUE TO
SURROUNDING GASES
ACCIDENTS BEYOND JASCO'S CONTROL, INCLUDING NATURAL DISASTERS
CONSUMABLES AND PARTS OF WHICH THE WARRANTY PERIOD IS OTHERWISE
SPECIFIED.

THE WARRANTY FOR ALL PARTS SUPPLIED AND REPAIRS PROVIDED UNDER
THIS WARRANTY EXPIRES ON THE WARRANTY EXPIRATION DATE OF THE
ORIGINAL PRODUCT. FOR INQUIRIES CONCERNING REPAIR SERVICE,
CONTACT YOUR JASCO DISTRIBUTOR AFTER CONFIRMING THE MODEL NAME
AND SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR INSTRUMENT.

JASCO Corporation
2967-5, Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi
Tokyo 192-8537,
JAPAN

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Notation Used
The following notational conventions are used throughout this manual:

General Notation
Notation Meaning
[Measurement] menu Names of menus, commands, and text boxes are enclosed
[Parameters...] command in square brackets ‘[ ]’, followed by a description indicating
whether the function is a menu, command, text box, etc.
Shortcut keys used to select menus or commands are
underlined.
<OK>, <Cancel> Names of buttons are enclosed in angular brackets ‘< >‘.

Keyboard Operations
Notation Meaning
Shift Ctrl The key is enclosed in a square and shown in boldface.
Alt , F Keys that are to be pressed in succession are
separated by commas. In the example shown on the left,
the Alt key is to be pressed and released, followed by
the F key.
Shift + → Keys that are pressed simultaneously are separated
by a "plus" sign. In the example shown on the left, press
the → key while holding down the Shift key.

Mouse Operations
Notation Meaning
Point Move the mouse pointer to the specified item.
Click Quickly press and release the mouse button.
Double-click Click the mouse button twice in rapid succession.
Drag Point to an item, click and hold down the mouse
button. Move the mouse with the button held down, and
release the button when the pointer is in the desired
position.

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Contents
Preface ........................................................................................................................................ i
Servicing..................................................................................................................................... ii
Notices........................................................................................................................................ii
Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................................iii
Contents...................................................................................................................................... v
1. Computer Settings before Installation.................................................................................. 1
2. Installation of ChromNAV.................................................................................................... 2
3. Setup of ChromNAV ............................................................................................................. 3

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1. Computer Settings before Installation

CAUTION:
Do not connect any USB security keys with your PC until you finish
installing ChromNAV GPC application.

Creating the new Windows user

Set [Account Type] to “Administrator” when you create the new user in your PC for
ChromNAV.

Setting User Account Control (in Windows 7 and Windows Vista only)
We strongly recommend you always turn off User Account Control. At least, you have to turn
it off (or set to “Never notify”) during installation/uninstallation.

Fig. 1-1 User Account Control setting

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2. Installation of ChromNAV

Installing ChromNAV GPC

Enter the serial number during installation.
CAUTION:
Your serial number is attached on the case of the installation CD-ROM. Do
not lose the original case.

Fig. 2-1 Installation wizard

Installing Software Security Key

Install a security key for ChromNAV GPC in any USB input. Since another security key is
required for ChromNAV main application, two security keys should be set in the PC to use
ChromNAV GPC
CAUTION:
Do not remove your protection keys from your PC. Always keep connecting
them with the PC.

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3. Setup of ChromNAV

Starting Control Center

Default logon account and password are “Administrator” and “root”.

Fig. 3-1 Logon dialog box in ChromNAV

Creating Project
To create the new project, click [Project] icon in [Management Tools] tab, and click
right-button in [Project] pane and select [New] in shortcut menu. [GPC Project] should be
selected in [Project Type] for ChromNAV GPC.

Fig. 3-2 [New Project] dialog box

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 JASCO Corporation
2967-5, Ishikawa-machi, Hachioji-shi
TOKYO, JAPAN

Printed in Japan