Instrument Type:

All

Related Commands:

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Description:

Perform the Connect Device command to connect a device with the server to control the device by Chromeleon (remote control).

Execute the Disconnect command to separate a user PC (client) from a timebase or to operate an instrument locally.

Functions:

 Connect

The command checks whether the specified device is actually connected, and then activates the instrument. For all installed instruments, the Connect command is executed automatically when the Chromeleon server is started. Thus, if working in remote operating mode only, you do not need to explicitly issue this command.

When the Connect command is enabled, the corresponding instrument may now be remotely operated from the PC. On most instruments, including all Dionex devices, the instrument keyboard is now locked for safety (and GLP) reasons. The instrument can be operated remotely only. This is to ensure that the selected settings are retained. Input on the instrument itself is possible again after the Disconnect command.

 Disconnect

The corresponding instrument reverts to local operating mode and the keyboard is unlocked again. The instrument is no longer monitored by Chromeleon, nor can it be operated via the data system.

Note:

For safety and GLP reasons, the instrument keyboard is locked on most instruments that have been connected using the Connect command. In Connect status, the instrument is exclusively under remote control. Input on the instrument is possible again only after you have executed the Disconnect command.

 Tip:

Connect and Disconnect should only be used in interactive (online) mode and not within a Program. Otherwise, the Ready Check may not be valid.