Instrument Type:
Processed in PC
Related Commands:
Description:
When a program is executed, an on-screen message pops up. Click OK to confirm the message. Only then, the program will be continued.
The Message command allows the user to enter reminders for things to do or to consider while executing a Program.
Function:
When executing the program, a window containing the respective message text is displayed. The program is interrupted until the user confirms the message. Besides, the command and the message are written to the Audit Trail.
For example, it a user should be reminded to check and, if necessary, refill eluents prior to the analysis, add the following command to the program:
-1.000 Message "Check eluent containers!"
When executing the program, the text in quotation marks is displayed on screen at the specified time (in the above example one minute prior to injection). Simultaneously, the command and the message are logged in the Audit Trail. The server is then in Hold mode. During this time, the monitor icon indicates this status by its yellow/red coloring.
If Chromeleon is operated on a network, the message appears on the client having control privileges.
The program continues operating as soon as the message has been confirmed.
Parameter:
Text
The message to be displayed.
Tip:
As long as the message dialog box is displayed on the screen, the time is interrupted and the flow conditions are in Hold mode.