PAL3 Firmware Release History CTC Version 2.2.1
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1. 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM 200244 2 3 22 4 53 52 51 50 49 48 47 46 45 44 Product Modification Description Version A check for the Plunger Calibration wizard has been implemented 1 4 0 The calibration values are compared against the measured values and if a certain tolerance is exceeded an error message out of range is displayed With this check a calibration without a plunger inserted can be detected A check has been built in to verify that all PALtools are calibrated 1 4 0 before any activity is executed An error message will be displayed if a PALtool is not calibrated A check for the expected Z axis position when parking a tool in the 1 4 0 Tool Station during the process of Change Tool has been implemented If in the process of parking a PALtool in the Tool Station an unexpected obstacle is detected the process will be stopped and the PALtool will not be decoupled from the PALhead An error message will be displayed When an Abort of the PALsystem has been executed and other 1 4 0 samples have been queued almost immediately the new queued samples have also been aborted This behavior has been corrected Newly queued samples will no longer be deleted Round off error in numeric control for speed rpm in the module 1 4 0 Agitator has been corrected The display of the backup file name and version in the PALterminal 1 4 0 and Virtual PALterminal ha2. creating modifying or deleting a PALobject is prohibited A message will appear explaining that the Function is not available New function Check Configuration introduced Maintenance menu 1 4 0 item This function provides the possibility to check the entire system configuration for any mismatches Pending Messages and or Service Issues which have been clicked away can be retrieved again New function Reset Configuration introduced Maintenance menu 1 4 0 item This function allows resetting the configuration as defined for a specific standard application The so called Presets define parameters such as the length of the X axis the Input Output Signal settings and hardware required for the specific application Please note that after executing the Reset Configuration it is necessary to complete the Setup Installation wizard again New activity ForceParkTool introduced Options pull up menu item 1 4 0 in class RobotArmLeft This task is used for emergency cases when a PALtool is not identified in the PALhead The PALtool is parked in an available slot New function Shutdown introduced Options pull up menu item 1 4 0 This function prepares the PAL System for switch off The PALhead is moved to the next open slot to park if a PALtool is coupled The PALhead is parked in a defined position This eliminates the slow downwards movement o
3. executed a dialog box appears to prompt the operator to first remove the PAL3 USB Stick Usability After changing the Regional Settings a dialog box appears to inform the operator that a reboot of the PALsystem is necessary to activate the changes Usability A new configuration validation routine has been added to ensure that the PALsystem is configured as required Sample execution is prohibited if e g PALdrives are not calibrated New PALtool parameter NeedleGuideType added The NeedleGuideType must be defined and match with the CapType in the class Vial Type All executed activities will check for compatibility with the selected target When a mismatch is detected the script cycle will be aborted PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Product Version 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 1 4 0 15 Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL EAEE 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM 20 244 21 5224 28 27 26 25 24 23 22 Product Modification Description version A software Injected Signal has been added to the Integration Driver 1 4 0 which is triggered approximately at the same time as the hardware injected signal The PALterminal and the Virtual PALterminal is blocked during a 1 4 0 sequence Changing parameters
4. first Slot in logical order to the consecutively slots Usability The fine teach process has been adapted for the 3 point teaching of Well Plates MTP The tool needle guide is lifted by a few millimeters for better visual control Usability In the screens Teach PALmodules the current teach point vector is displayed in the column Actual TP The X Y and Z axes position values will be updated each time when changed Usability Submenu for backup tasks eliminated Menu tree contains the functions Create Copy and Restore on the same level Usability Current location of a PALtool is displayed on Start screen coupled in PALhead or parked in Slot Usability During the PALmodules teach process the functionality Check Teaching can be executed Command is available in pull up menu Options of the selected page Usability The PALdevice firmware versions are displayed in the section About with access level rights for Service Usability The Tray Setup Control has been modified to distinguish between Racks example R60 and Well Plates MTP Usability The wizard Teach PALtool Station moves the PALhead automatically to Slot2 and continuous to Slot3 Usability The wizard Adjust Needle Penetration uses the Maximum Needle Penetration of the specified Vial Type as the limit Usability In situations where a system reboot is required and automatically
5. values for the parameters DrawerOpenSpeed and 2 1 1 DrawerCloseSpeed have both been set to 80 158 RackRectangle has been renamed to Rack WellplateRectangle has 2 1 1 been renamed to Wellplate 157 Custom templates will be preserved in case of a software update 2 1 1 156 Corrections in template Copy Object It has been observed that a 2 1 1 copied object has been lost when the system has been powered off Creating a New Object did behave correctly 155 Agitator Module chopper frequency for Agi Drive reduced to enhance 2 1 1 lifetime of the unit 154 SPME Fiber Conditioning Module temperature range enhanced from 2 1 1 320 to maximum 350 C 153 SPME Fiber Conditioning Module check for impedance of heater has 2 1 1 been corrected to avoid a wrong negative error message 152 In the object Rack a new item has been added Rack Item The 2 1 0 selectable parameters are magnetic or non magnetic Vial Types The item Cap Type has been integrated into Rack The Needle Guide Type has to be matched accordingly PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL ago tsa EE 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM 2 0 0 2 1 4 2 1 3 2 2 1 Product Modification Description Version 151 The concept of VolatileVial has been replaced by VolatileObject 2 1 0 This concept allows in
6. 1 needle safely PALhead moves safely to OC Injector Collision during the 1 3 1 movement from Peltier Stack module to OCI is eliminated Workaround with setting Obstacle is obsolete Status LED at X axis Side Cover is not activated by the software 1 3 1 PCB PALcontrol Rev F PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland 17 Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL SO ee eke 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM 20241 21 5224 eee ae Product No Modification Description Vercion 08 Compatibility Software version 1 3 1 is forward compatible but not 1 3 1 backwards compatible with version 1 3 0 07 At start of a movement or when the system is idle for longer than 10 1 3 0 seconds a Beep Alarm is activated 06 Moving the PALhead to a vial position the Search Speed is used 1 3 0 within the Z axis tolerance This avoids a hard collision 05 A non PALsystem module can be defined as Obstacle This allows 1 3 0 protecting the area avoiding a collision with the PALhead 04 Bugfix in overlapping schedule Resource allocations have been 1 3 0 streamlined 03 User action Park Tool in Tool details screen has been added 1 3 0 02 SPME Fiber Conditioning Module Standby and Actual 1 3 0 temperatures are displayed in main screen 01 OC Injector Teaching figure implies that the Magnetic Ring Adapter 1 3 0 has to be removed during the teachi
7. C Injector Types Syringes Types and Needle Types Original templates are protected as read only If copied the parameters then become editable Newly created objects can be exported to an external storage device USB stick Saved objects can be imported 137 New type of LC Injector added LC Injector SA This is a passive 2 1 0 PALmodule the injector inlet is defined as a standalone device SA but an LC Valve or a Valve Drive is not linked to it Typical application is e g Flow Injection 136 The activities Softwarelnput and SoftwareOutput have been added 2 1 0 This allows a software handshake for software integrations using scripts This new feature eliminates the need for a hardware handshake 135 In the class Trays a new list item has been added ItemPosition 2 1 0 This allows addressing a single item Vial or Object as standalone item not linked to a Tray Holder 134 133 132 SPME and headspace techniques are not supported with PAL LSI 2 0 0 SPME1 is not supported with PAL RSI 2 0 0 The needle penetration depth for SPME1 is limited 25 mm The new 2 0 0 Agitator cover type perforated gives this mechanical limitation 131 The PALtool adapter parameters Location and BasePlate height 2 0 0 are only visible in access level Service 130 An adjustment of the temperature offset for the Agitator Module is available in access level Service Temperatur
8. Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions Stem tan eae 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 OOO 241 Voit 2244 e system Technical Note PAL3 System PAL3 Firmware Release History Product Version Product Release Supported Systems Build Versions 1 3 0 TriPlus RSH 1 3 11250 2 1 3 1 TriPlus RSH 1 3 12068 1922 1 3 2 TriPlus RSH 1 3 12153 939 1 4 0 TriPlus RSH 1 4 12081 2343 1 4 1 TriPlus RSH 1 4 12333 958 1 4 1 1 TriPlus RSH 1 4 13147 1450 1 5 0 PAL RTC 1 5 13025 0842 1 6 0 TriPlus RSH 1 6 13085 1614 1 6 0 1 TriPlus RSH 1 6 13158 1226 2 0 0 TriPlus Systems 2 0 13268 1155 2 0 0 PAL3 Systems 2 0 13330 1556 2 1 1 PAL3 Systems 2 1 14139 0857 2 1 3 PAL3 Systems 2 1 15029 1357 2 2 1 PAL3 Systems 2 2 15175 0039 Original Instructions PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions ROEE 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 0AT 2244 PA Lsystem 1 Preface 1 14 Warranty and Disclaimer CTC Analytics AG reserves the right to make improvements and or changes to the product s described in this document at any time without prior notice CTC Analytics AG makes no warranty of any kind pertaining to this product including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and suitability for a particular purpose Under no circumstances shall CTC Analytics AG be held liable for any coincidental damage or damages a
9. ase History Firmware Product Versions PAL ago tsa EE 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM oe 21 3224 ee nee Product No Modifi i o odification Description Version 167 The length of the X Axis is now measured by the system during drive 2 2 1 calibration The result is shown by the read only parameter Total Axis Length under Drives 166 The copy module functionality has been removed for those 2 2 1 modules where it leads to identical results like the create new module functionality 165 The activity MoveToObject can now be used without the touch 2 2 1 down by setting the parameter TouchDown to false 164 Support for uncooled stacks 6DW with 3 drawers and 12MT with 6 2 2 1 drawers has been added 163 An additional parameter Temp Setpoint has been added for all 2 2 1 modules and tools with temperature control This parameter is read only and shows the actual target temperature 162 The stop button of the terminal can be deactivated by a client In this 2 2 1 case the processing of a sample cannot be interrupted using the stop button 161 As soon as a tool with heating functionality HS or ITEX is mounted 2 1 3 the temperature will be set to the standby temperature 160 The parameters DrawerOpenSpeed and DrawerCloseSpeed have 2 1 1 been made accessible in Extended User Level They were previously only accessible from the Service access level 159 The default
10. d Temp Offset a 2 2 1 linear two point calibration can be performed for modules and tools with temperature control The calibration procedure can only be performed in Service Mode while the values of the two parameters can be viewed read only within the Extended User Level 176 Support for Dual Head operation has been implemented The 2 2 1 following combinations are permitted RTC RTC RTC RSI RSI RTC and RSI RSI 175 The Parameter Ndl Guide Type has been moved from Extended 2 2 1 User Level to User Level 174 The functionality of the Local Scripts is thought for customers whose 2 2 1 CDS does not support the PAL3 System Using local scripts it is possible to create edit and execute Jobs using different methods that are based on templates The templates are provided for different injection techniques like Liquid Injection ITEX Headspace or SPME 173 The default Home Position on the X Axis has been set to 260 mm 2 2 1 172 A faulty Drive Belt of the Agitator will produce a warning message 2 2 1 171 Additional syringe adapter for the PAL LSI implemented D8x65 2 2 1 D8x57 and D7x85 170 Support for customized generic Tools implemented 2 2 1 169 Support for an optional separate teaching of Wash 1 Wash 2 and 2 2 1 Waste of a Fast Wash module 168 Introduction of the new ITEX Tool and the corresponding ITEX 2 2 1 Script PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Rele
11. ddress not yet assigned by server 0 0 0 0 If Static IP Address protocol selected Configured IP Address displayed display of IP Address even when network cable is not connected PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland 12 Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL Sr ee eke 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM Zoe 21 5224 63 62 61 60 59 58 57 56 55 ee ate Product Modification Description version Correction in handling more than one Park Station in combination 1 41 with Activity PickTool If PickTool is activated it first checks if a reference point is set to one of the Park Stations If a Reference Point is detected the Activity will continue if no Reference Point is found an error message is propagated and the PALsystem will stop Activation of Presets for Thermo standard configuration PAL3 L X 1 41 TMO has been corrected Note See Release History Topics No 58 PALtool de coupling procedure modified to ensure release of syringe 1 4 1 plunger De coupling check built in if not released a retry is executed Note The Retry is executed only if the Check Plunger is activated Select Extended User Level Path Options Setup PALmodules RobotArmLeft Drives DriveW Check Plunger Correction in device firmware to activate the transistor which 1 4 1 activates the Purge Valve A
12. depenetration the Needle Guide Drive will run in parallel to the Z drive to ensure the stripping off of the vial from the needle The Service Issue Message for Incomplete Module states more precisely the missing device functions This information helps to identify the missing or defective PALmodule PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Product Version 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 1 5 0 11 Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL Sr Een E 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM Zoe 21 3 22 4 69 68 Product Modification Description version The error codes for Activity Runtime Errors are reported with a new 1 5 0 4 digit error code Example M1137 String The Bootloader Version is newly displayed in the WebInterface 1 5 0 Correction in the read out of the Park Station EEPROM during the 1 4 1 active coupling and de coupling process This measure enhances the reliability of the Park Station in identifying the PALtool s Correction to the PALbus communication flow to avoid unexpected 1 4 1 stopping of the system when a PALtool is decoupled during simultaneous execution of other tasks or activities such as temperature read out or controlling PALdrives Upgrade and Downgrade Limitations 1 4 1 Updating from PAL Con
13. e Offset can be varied in a range of 10 C 129 10 mL Syringe is accepted for LC injections Bottom Sensing is 2 0 0 active 128 RobotArm parameter Acceleration Factor is newly available in 2 0 0 access level Extended user Acceleration to move to and move away from an object is adjustable PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL SO ee eke 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM oe 215 22 4 Product Modification Description version Service issues Missing Incomplete RobotArm adapted to new 2 0 0 available PAL3 models PAL LSI and PAL RTC Following situations are covered Change Robot Type If the PAL3 model is changed to another type e g PAL RTC to PAL RSI are the teaching data deleted in the data base Replace RobotArm If the PALhead has to be exchanged by the same type no change of the PAL3 model are the teaching data saved not deleted Remove RobotArm If the PALhead is removed the teaching data are deleted in the data base 126 Startup performance optimized to shorten time required until system 2 0 0 is idle 125 Movement of Z axis in FastInjection mode corrected Z Axis is 2 0 0 forced to move first in Z direction at the moment of depentration 124 123 Recognition time of the USB Stick enlarged to 30 seconds 2 0 0 Tray Types definition has been chan
14. ered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL Sr ee eke 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM Zoe 21 5224 Product Modification Description Version 115 Temperature parameters of all heated PALmodules can be accessed 2 0 0 by a Driver Client e g Agitator Temperature settings and control Note This is not an issue of the PAL3 Firmware but of the Integration Driver PC Correction is included in Driver Version 2 0 0 New activities added to SPME script FiberPreWash and 2 0 0 FiberPostWash This feature is limited to specific OEM editions Currently available for TMO 114 113 PALterminal content translated into Japanese This is valid for the 2 0 0 Virtual PALterminal as well PC Application Note that only part of the content has been translated This feature is limited to specific OEM editions Currently available for TMO 112 New activities implanted 2 0 0 MoveToPosition MoveRelative MovePlunger MoveNeedleGuide These activities are limited to specific OEM editions Currently available for CTC Analytics and GST releases 111 New object Tray Plate implemented Object is available for all PAL3 2 0 0 models Tray Plate is a tray holder to accept 3 Tray Types with the foot print of a well plate e g VT54 but not the Rack Type R60 110 New Waste Type imple
15. f the Z Slider Assembly when the system is powered off The syringe needle is thus protected by this Shutdown safety feature Enhanced Peltier Stack Module with a second temperature sensor at 1 4 0 the front of the drawer is supported PALdevice Firmware PalStack2T Please note that the new type of Peltier Stack Module is not supported by PAL Control Software versions lower than 1 4 0 The scheduler has been extended to support encrypted scripts 1 4 0 besides current plain text scripts At the same time the detail level of the execution log has been reduced in order to avoid the potentially confidential information from the script logic to be reconstructed PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland 16 Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL ago tsa E 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM Zoe 21 3 22 4 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 09 Product Modification Description Version LED light on the side cover of the X axis will show identical status as 1 4 0 the Status Light displayed on the PALterminal and Virtual PALterminal LED light hardware built in with release of software version 1 4 0 Support of Microtiter Plates MTP including Bottom Sensing mode 1 4 0 for wells is provided Compatibility PAL Control Software version 1 4 0 is backwards 1 4 0 compatible with version 1 3 1 but not with lower versi
16. future applications other types such as cartridges or liners 150 The parameter RackType Penetration Vial Index has been renamed 2 1 0 PenetrationltemIndex 149 148 Vial Type Objects moved to a new category Rack Items 2 1 0 The parameter Vial Type of the Rack has been renamed Rack 2 1 0 Item 147 The zero pint of the reference position for geometry definition has 2 1 0 been changed for the following item types Well Plate Types Rack Types and Tray Adapter Types Position moved from lower corner min x min y max z to upper corner with minimal positive x y z coordinates 146 The overlapping logic linked to the object Agitator has been 2 1 0 enhanced to be also used for the object class Trays Typical application is Headspace Out of Tray 145 In the Wash Module Waste position the names for the parameter 2 1 0 Vial Type have been revised Wastelnsert to Waste Insert WastePort to Waste Port 144 A target position outside of the axes limits is displayed This may 2 1 0 occur if e g the Activity MoveRelative is used by applying parameter values out of range or if the X Axis has been wrongly defined 143 The Activity SetSignal has been enhanced by a new mode 2 1 0 allowing a static signal to be set and turn signal ON OFF Turning the signal on off should not be confused with triggering a signal which is
17. ged to accept single Row or 2 0 0 single Column This allows addressing a single position 122 New factory Preset Setting for ITSP application ITSP S 2 0 0 This feature is limited to specific OEM editions Currently available for CTC Analytics 121 The utility Purge Syringe has been moved from the object 2 0 0 RoborArm to the object HS Tool headspace tools or gas tool Note The utility carries out a tool change if called for a parked tool 120 At the moment of teaching the PALmodules is a check executed to 2 0 0 ensure that all positions are within working range This is valid for PALmodul s Peltier Stacks and Tray Holders incl Tray Plate 119 AnalysisTime 0 is supported in the SPME overlapping mode for 2 0 0 Timing Run 118 New parameter in activity FastInjectionSampleGc implemented 2 0 0 DepenetrationDelay The parameter is activated just before the needle is depentrated from the GC injector 117 Presets for PAL LSI and PAL RSI defined Factory settings for 1 S 2 0 0 Bundle configuration includes new tray holder type Tray Plate and for PAL LSI models the syringe adapter D7 57 This feature is limited to specific OEM editions Currently available for TMO Model TriPlus 100LS 116 New Needle Guide Type implemented NonMagn2ml 2 0 0 This type is used for small caps typically 1 or 2 mL vials non magnetic PAL is a regist
18. ible Templates for PAL3 Hamilton Syringes have been implemented Parameter Cover Type implemented for PALmodule Agitator The parameter X Axis Length is visible and can be modified in the Extended User access level Two new activities have been implemented RetractNeedleGuide Lower NeedleGuide The MHE Adapter can be used for pressure balance when a vial container is filled with liquid or liquid has been withdrawn Activity PenetrateObject has been extended accordingly The StripVialActivity used to strip off a vial with a magnetic cap has been adapted such that a neighboring vial can no longer become accidentally caught SPME2 Tool is implemented New generation of SPME Holder A closed plunger coupling device can be detected Prerequisite is that the Plunger Check is activated A message is propagated in error status The PALmodule Peltier Stack 6DW is implemented The PALmodule Peltier Stack 2DW 2T is implemented This module 2T replaces the previous module Peltier Stack 2DW The PALmodule Fast Wash Module is implemented The PALmodules Valve Drive Valve and Lelnjector are implemented All PALmodules active and passive modules including Signals are displayed with an icon on the Start Screen The wizard Adjust Needle Penetration shows the Index of the vial which will be used for testing the penetration In the process of
19. le can be selected as a wash station in liquid 1 6 0 and headspace scripts Parameter ranges have been adapted accordingly PALterminal content translated into Chinese simplified This is valid 1 6 0 for the Virtual PALterminal as well PC Application Note that only part of the content has been translated The definition of the SPME Parameter Penetration Depth has been 1 5 0 changed Up to software version 1 4 x the Penetration Depth was measured as the needle length alone without the Fiber Length Starting with Software version 1 5 0 the total length i e the Needle and Fiber length combined is defined as Penetration Depth For the Backup Restore process a check has been implemented to 1 5 0 first verify the software version In case the version is lower than 1 5 0 a Restore will be denied PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland 10 P system 88 87 86 85 84 83 82 81 80 79 78 77 76 75 74 73 Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions MOSA peor 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SO 2 1 1 E A Modification Description Activating the command Check Configuration Maintenance clears resolved System Messages System Messages are displayed in the status line next to the Envelope icon Description for SGE syringes enhanced with the addition of an order code OEM specific selection poss
20. lease History Firmware Product Versions PAL ago tau ee 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM 200244 214224 1 3 Table of Contents 1 Preface bec caecas sce vaca E N E sdeaticn eauavasiesice amnesic eaeneesteae ee 1 1 Warranty and Disclaimers cs ntis du ciantieadian inte dann A 4 2 PrintinglHIStOly c cscca vues acres ashes dev ava narundaanaveamena ain nanaananninindinn 1 3 Table of Contents seissen aasi aeiia 2 PALI Firmware Release HIStory orriari nira inan aaia AEEA E DANS COE aaa a E aa a a PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL OEE 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM 200241 215224 2 PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware History Topics for Software Product Versions 1 3 0 1 3 1 1 3 2 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 Hotfixes 1 4 1 1 and 1 6 0 1 2 0 0 2 1 1 2 1 3 2 2 1 a E Product No M o odification Description Version 181 Minimum adjustable temperature for cooled stacks raised to 4 C 2 2 1 180 Support for PAL Extension Module implemented 2 2 1 179 New types of objects Liner Liner types and Cartridges Cartridge 2 2 1 types implemented for the use with specific customized tools 178 In case of a fatal error a text file FatalErr txt with the error message 2 2 1 and some explanatory text will be written to a USB stick if present 177 Using the two new parameters Temp Gain an
21. mented to dispose vials 2 0 0 Machine object WasteContainer 109 A vial can be disposed into a waste container 2 0 0 Activity DisposeVial 108 The vial can be transported by inserting the needle in the septum 2 0 0 Activity TransportVial enhanced with Needle Transport 107 106 105 New model PAL LS added to PAL3 family 2 0 0 New model PAL RSI added to PAL3 family 2 0 0 Maximum number of samples within a sequence in Xcalibur CDS 1 4 1 1 when running encrypted methods where overlapping is requested is limited to 30 samples Typically methods for SPME or Headspace technique No limitation for unencrypted methods has been observed 104 Correction for running a sequence of samples using an encrypted 1 6 0 1 method Using the encrypted method previously caused the system to stall after the first sample was processed 103 Correction for running a sequence of samples using an encrypted 1 4 1 1 method Using the encrypted method previously caused the system to stall after the first sample was processed PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL Sr Een Ee 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM Zooe 21 3 22 4 101 95 94 93 92 91 90 Pee a Product Modification Description Version For the Backup Restore process a check has been implemented to 1 6 0 fi
22. ng process PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL OSANE 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM Soe 22 24 Code Cat Categories of Modifications Completely new feature Enhancement of an existing feature Important limitation Correction of a discovered problem Modification to improve performance or maintainability Modification to detect and correct latent faults before they become effective faults o 7 ormMmMzZz PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland 19
23. on 1 3 0 With this software version is in the downgrading process from 1 3 2 software version 1 4 0 to 1 3 2 the missing PALdevice Firmware of the I O Interface added Compatibility PAL Control Software version 1 3 2 is forward 1 3 2 compatible and backwards compatible with version 1 3 1 but not with lower version 1 3 0 Configuration Backup introduced File is used for Restore process 1 3 1 File extension pack Configuration Backup is forward compatible with PAL Control Software version 1 4 0 or higher but NOT backwards compatible with version 1 3 0 The automated creation of the so called backup file Before Installation has been eliminated and replaced by the new backup concept Backup file concept changed to Diagnostic Backup File is mainly 1 3 1 used for troubleshooting File extension pack Configuration Backup is forward compatible with PAL Control Software version 1 4 0 or higher but NOT backwards compatible with version 1 3 0 Forward and backwards compatibility for current PALtools and 1 3 1 PALmodules with PAL Control Software versions 1 3 1 and 1 4 0 Please note that there is no backwards compatibility with version 1 3 0 HS Tool syringe heating logic revised to detect set point under 1 3 1 different possible circumstances OC Actuator closing position is verified to avoid second try of closing 1 3 1 command OC Actuator closing step delayed to allow withdrawal of syringe 1 3
24. rising as a consequence of or from the use of this document 2011 2015 CTC Analytics AG All rights reserved Neither this publication nor any part hereof may be copied photocopied reproduced translated distributed or reduced to electronic medium or machine readable form without the prior written permission from CTC Analytics AG except as permitted under copyright laws CTC Analytics AG acknowledges all trade names and trademarks used as the property of their respective owners 1 2 Printing History PAL3 Firmware Product Version Date Author w a the Service Manual Edition 01 Penan Ali ppa Topics for software versions 1 3 1 and 1 4 0 added March 2012 BBa Topics for software version 1 3 2 No 17 and 18 added April 2012 BBa Release History topics No 57 and 58 added May 2012 BBa Release History topic No 59 added June 2012 BBa Release History topics 60 to 70 added November 2012 BBa Release History topics 71 to 90 added January 2013 BBa Release History topics 91 to 102 added April 2013 BBa Release History topics 103 to 105 added June 2013 BBa Release History topics 106 to 134 added November 2013 BBa Release History topics 135 to 152 added May 2014 BBa Release History topics 153 to 160 added Topic 144 deleted July 2014 GN Release History topic 161 added February 2015 GN Release History topics 162 to 181 added June 2015 GN PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Re
25. rst verify the software version In case the version is lower than 1 6 0 a Restore will be denied A software downgrade to an incompatible version is prohibited A 1 6 0 message is displayed to indicate that Downgrade to version x y is not supported Conducting the link in between the PALsystem and the CDS has 1 6 0 been improved in performance The wizard Tray System prohibits creating a new Tray System ifan 1 6 0 invalid Vial Type is assigned The Pending Message codes are reported with a new 4 digit error 1 6 0 code Example M2005 String The Valve Type and valve name are displayed as additional 1 6 0 information in the class Valve Drive on the Start Screen The Output Signal has been enhanced by adding a 1 6 0 DestinationAux This allows defining to one logical output two different output signals e g SWOut1 and SWOut2 used to start two different GC s using a Y cable In cases when an installed PALtool is not identified for example in 1 6 0 the case of a defective EEPROM it is now possible to decouple a PALtool and park it in an available slot of the PALtool Station using the activity Park Tool The functionality of the activity ParkTool has been enhanced The activity Force Park Tool is obsolete See item 25 The parameter Cap Type is newly displayed in the class Trays 1 6 0 read only The Fast Wash Modu
26. s been corrected Name Version Date and Time is completely displayed Two syringe templates have been added 1 4 0 SYT365F2431 25 uL Gauge 23S Needle length 85 mm point style C SYH207847 500uL Gauge 23 Needle length 85 mm point style 5 In order to reliably perform the check Calibrate Plunger Sensor it is 1 4 0 mandatory to insert a syringe with installed plunger in the PALtool Wizard Setup Installation Maximum Temperature for the SPME Conditioning Module has 1 4 0 been increased from 300 to 350 C Maximum Temperature for the module Agitator has been increased 1 4 0 from 150 to 200 C A missing active PALmodule during the startup procedure is signaled 1 4 0 by a Service Issue shown as a message envelope blinking in the status line Usability PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland 14 P system 42 41 40 39 38 32 31 30 Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions MOESA S2 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 20o 2 2A 2A Modification Description The wizard Teach PALtool Station has been modified When two Park Stations are installed a check based on the X axis position and for the Slots an additional Y axis positions check have been added to verify that the requested Park Station or Slot is addressed Furthermore the PALhead with the engaged PALtool is automatically moved from the
27. slew rate at activation of the transistor has been implemented Format of Barcode Symbol Types I 205 Interleaved 2 of 5 and 1 4 1 Code 39 changed to accept Any Number of Characters Barcode Reader Status changed to Operational at Switch on and not after reaching Ready status Possible error in Needle Guide Calibration fixed Error occurred in 1 3 2 rare cases when distance of sensor and mechanical stop was very close The so called Presets cannot be activated for the Thermo standard 1 4 0 configuration PAL3 L X TMO using the PAL Control Software version 1 4 0 Thermo bundle no 4 The Presets for the other five standard Thermo configurations operate smoothly with PAL Control Software version 1 4 0 Downgrading the PAL Control Software from version 1 4 0 to 1 3 1 is 1 4 0 not possible if a PALcontrol Board with LED is installed If a downgrade is necessary in this case software version 1 3 2 is recommended If no Tool Station Change or Park Station is present at startup of 1 4 0 the PALsystem a user notification appears and prohibits the running of any cycles A correction has been made which allows in rare cases two CDS 1 4 0 applications to connect to the instrument with the same role GC1 GC2 PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland 13 Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL SMO een E 1 4 0 1 4 1
28. trol Software Version 1 4 0 to Version 1 4 1 After a successful update it is mandatory to calibrate the PALdrives again Note It is recommended to verify the teach positions as well Downgrading from PAL Control Software Version 1 4 1 to Version 1 4 0 After a successful downgrade it is mandatory to calibrate the PALdrives and to teach all positions again Note It is advisable to work through the entire Installation Wizard to follow the correct downgrade procedure and verify proper function of the system Important It is recommended to use the Update or Downgrade processes as described in the User Manual The Restore process should be avoided to prevent the restoration of potential errors from previous system condition to the current system False negative errors have been interpreted by internal comparison 1 4 1 of a parameter value with an expected value range This false negative effect has been observed under special circumstances when a parameter value was equal to cutoff value Virtual PALterminal time out correction Communication time out if 1 4 1 duration of an Activity is longer than 1 minute Note This is not an issue of the PAL Control Software but of the Integration Driver PC Correction is included in Driver Version 1 4 1 Display of IP Address modified taking into consideration the two IP 1 4 1 protocols DHCP and Static Address If DHCP protocol selected and IP A
29. typically used for Ready or Start signals Note Activities are used for script developments 142 New PALmodule LCMS P Tool and the corresponding 2 1 0 PumpModule have been added The combination of the LCMS P Tool and the Wash Module is comparable to the PAL xt DLW Module 141 PALmodule Dilutor and Dilutor Tool added To the Dilutor Module a 2 1 0 new class Needle Type has been added The Dilutor Syringes have replaceable needles 140 Templates have been enhanced which allows creating Custom 2 1 0 Objects Custom Objects can have a customized geometry and can be imported exported using the template capabilities The following object classes are new Custom Tray Container Types Custom Tray Adapters Types Custom Slot Types Custom Rack Types and Custom Well Plates Types PAL is a registered trademark of CTC Analytics AG Switzerland Technical Note PAL3 Firmware Release History Firmware Product Versions PAL Sr ee eke 1 4 0 1 4 1 1 5 0 1 6 0 SYSTEM Zoe 21 5224 Product Modification Description Version A new class Tray Container Type has been added This 2 1 0 enhancement allows e g handling cartridges for SPE Templates for Import Export of objects have been added The 2 1 0 following object classes are affected Tray Container Types Tray Adapters Types Tray Slot Types Trays Racks and Well Plates Vial Types Valve Types L
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