Luminex xPONENT for MAGPIX 4.2 - Manual (Page 64)

your plate orientation) as long as space is available on the plate. You can also select a well
first, which places the next batch in your chosen location. If space limitations create an
overlap, an error message appears. Results for each batch are saved as individual batch
files.
NOTE: You cannot add a batch that forces multiple plates to a multi-batch
operation. When creating or adding batches, ensure your batches fit
on one plate. All batches must use the same plate name previously
defined and adjusted.
NOTE: There is a limit of 96 batches in a multi-batch.
This tab contains the following:
• Select Pending Batch - Contains a list of all pending batches. The list includes name,
protocol, protocol version, date, and status information for each pending batch. Select the
batch you want to add to the plate. Click OK. A plate layout diagram automatically
populates the wells for the batch. Click Add to open this box again and add additional
batches.
• Multi-Batch - Lists pending batches selected for the multi-batch. The list includes name
and “Start at” well.
• Plate Layout - Opens the Multibatch Report dialog box that contains:
• Page - Use these arrows to scroll through the report pages.
• Zoom - Select from the list to change the report magnification.
• Print - Prints report.
• Save - Saves report.
• Close - Closes report dialog box.
• The Multibatch Plate Layout Report includes the multibatch plate layout, command
number, plate location, command type, sample ID and dilution. The report is date and time
stamped.
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