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Sequence Editor Overview

The Sequence Editor window consists of three panels: Sequence Editor Panel (1), Valve Control Panel (2), and Motion Control Panel (3).

Sequence Editor Window

Section 1: Sequence Editor Panel

The sequence editor panel is divided into four areas:

Sequence Editor Panel

 

Toolbar Buttons

At the top of the panel, you can access the Create New Sequence, Load Sequence, Save Sequence , Run / Pause Sequence , and Stop Sequence buttons. Next to the buttons is the Sequence Type option, where you can load a basic Dispense, Prime, Wash, or Recovery sequence.

 

Sequence Item Table

Once you have a sequence open, you’ll see a list of commands identified by the following codes:

Sequence Item Indicator Column

 

Valve Control Preview

The Valve Control Preview displays the microfluidic chip valve state for the selected item.

Valve Control Preview

 

Section 2: Valve Control Panel

Valve Control Panel provides visual representations of the chip, including the Small Diaphragm, Large Diaphragm, Fill valve, Purge valve and Output valve. Click on the diaphragms and valves to cycle them from open (green) to close (red).

Valve Control Panel

 

Section 3: Motion Control Panel

Motion Control Panel is where you can adjust the TEMPEST plate holder current positions along the X, Y, and Z axis. You can also set the speed of the plate holder movement by using the Velocity Control slider.

Motion Control Panel

 

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