Agilent InfinityLab LC Series

Diode Array Detectors

User Manual

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InfinityLab LC Series Diode Array Detectors User Manual

 In This Book

In This Book

This manual covers the Agilent 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detectors
• G7117A - 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detector FS (with fixed slit)
• G7117B - 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detector (with variable slit)
• G7117C - 1260 Infinity II Diode Array Detector HS (with fixed slit)
Find information on other Agilent Diode Array Detectors in separate manuals.

1 Introduction
This chapter gives an introduction to the detector and an instrument overview.

2 Site Requirements and Specifications

This chapter provides information on environmental requirements, physical
and performance specifications.

3 Using the Module

This chapter explains the essential operational parameters of the module.

4 Preparing the Module

This chapter provides information on how to set up the module for an analysis
and explains the basic settings.

5 Optimizing the Detector

This chapter provides information on how to optimize the detector.

6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Overview about the troubleshooting and diagnostic features.

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7 Error Information
This chapter describes the meaning of error messages, and provides
information on probable causes and suggested actions how to recover from
error conditions.

8 Test Functions and Calibration

This chapter describes the tests for the module.

9 Maintenance
This chapter describes the maintenance of the module.

10 Parts and Materials for Maintenance

This chapter provides information on parts for maintenance.

11 Identifying Cables
This chapter provides information on cables used with the Agilent 1200
Infinity Series modules.

12 Hardware Information
This chapter describes the detector in more detail on hardware and
electronics.

13 LAN Configuration
This chapter provides information on connecting the module to the Agilent
ChemStation PC.

14 Appendix
This chapter provides addition information on safety, legal and web.

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Contents

1 Introduction 9
Overview of the Module 10
Product Description 11
Optical System 14
Leak and Waste Handling 19
Operating Principle 24

2 Site Requirements and Specifications 25

Site Requirements 26
Physical Specifications 29
Performance Specifications 30

3 Using the Module 37

Magnets 38
Turn on/off 39
Status Indicators 40
Instrument Configuration 41
Set up the Detector with Agilent Open Lab ChemStation 43
The Detector User Interface 44
Detector Control Settings 46
Method Parameter Settings 47

4 Preparing the Module 53

Leak and Waste Handling 54
Setting up an Analysis 56
Solvent Information 63

5 Optimizing the Detector 69

Introduction 70
Optimization Overview 71
Optimizing for Sensitivity, Selectivity, Linearity and Dispersion 76
Optimizing Selectivity 87

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Optimizing the Detector Regarding to the System 91

Warm up of the Detector 98

6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 101

Available Tests vs User Interfaces 102
Agilent Lab Advisor Software 103

7 Error Information 105

What Are Error Messages 106
General Error Messages 107
Detector Error Messages 114

8 Test Functions and Calibration 121

Introduction 122
Use of Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell 127
Conditions of Detector 128
Failing a Test 128
Self-Test 129
Intensity Test 131
Cell Test 134
Quick Noise Test 137
ASTM Drift and Noise Test 140
Slit Test 143
Wavelength Verification Test 146
Wavelength Calibration 148
D/A Converter (DAC) Test 151
Dark Current Test 154
Other Lab Advisor Functions 156

9 Maintenance 157
Introduction to Maintenance 158
Warnings and Cautions 159
Overview of Maintenance 161
Cleaning the Module 162
Remove and Install Doors 163
Replace the Deuterium Lamp 164
Replace the Max-Light Cartridge Cell 167

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Clean the Max-Light Cartridge Cell 170

Storage of Max-Light Cartridge Cell 172
Correcting Leaks 173
Replace Leak Handling System Parts 174
Replace the Module Firmware 176
Information from Module’s Assemblies 178

10 Parts and Materials for Maintenance 179

Overview of Maintenance Parts 180
Accessory Kit 181

11 Identifying Cables 183

Cable Overview 184
Analog Cables 186
Remote Cables 188
CAN/LAN Cables 192
RS-232 Cables 193
USB Cables 194

12 Hardware Information 195

Firmware Description 196
Electrical Connections 199
Interfaces 202
Setting the 6-bit Configuration Switch 209
Instrument Layout 212
Early Maintenance Feedback 213

13 LAN Configuration 215

What You Have to Do First 216
TCP/IP parameter configuration 217
Configuration Switches 218
Initialization Mode Selection 219
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) 221
Manual Configuration 224

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14 Appendix 229
General Safety Information 230
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 236
Radio Interference 237
Sound Emission 238
Solvent Information 239
Agilent Technologies on Internet 240

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1
Introduction
Overview of the Module 10
Product Description 11
Product Description G7117A 11
Product Description G7117B 12
Product Description G7117C 13
Optical System 14
Lamp 15
Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cell 15
Slit Assembly 17
Grating and Diode Array 18
Leak and Waste Handling 19
Waste Concept 23
Operating Principle 24

This chapter gives an introduction to the detector and an instrument overview.

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1 Introduction
Overview of the Module

Overview of the Module

The detector is designed for highest optical performance, GLP compliance and
easy maintenance. It includes the following features:
• Maximum of 120 Hz (G7117A/G7117C) or 240 Hz (G7117B) data acquisition
rate.
• Higher sensitivity for conventional LC as well as ultra fast applications by
using next generation optical design.
• Increased sensitivity with 60 mm Max-Light cartridge flow cell.
• Optimized cell geometry for less peak dispersion for narrow bore
applications.
• Max-Light cartridge flow cells for standard applications are available, see
“Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cell” on page 15.
• More reliable and robust peak integration process (automated) due to less
baseline noise/drift/refractive index and thermal effects especially under
ultra fast gradient conditions.
• RFID tracking technology is used for the UV-lamp and the Max-Light
cartridge flow cells.
• Multiple wavelength and full spectral detection at 120 Hz
(G7117A/G7117C)/240 Hz (G7117B) sampling rate, keeping up with the
analysis speed of ultra-fast LC.
• Programmable 1 – 8 nm slit (G7117B) or fixed 4 nm slit (G7117B) for rapid
optimization of sensitivity, linearity and spectral resolution provides
optimum incident light conditions.
• Improved Electronic temperature control (ETC) provides maximum
baseline stability and practical sensitivity under fluctuating ambient
temperature and humidity conditions.
• Additional diagnostic signals for temperature and lamp voltage monitoring.
• Easy exchange of flow cell by cartridge design.

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 Introduction 1
Product Description

Product Description

Product Description G7117A

The Agilent 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detector FS (fixed slit) is based on the
Agilent Max-Light cartridge cell with optofluidic waveguides that improve
light transmission to near 100% efficiency without sacrificing resolution
caused by cell dispersions effects.
With typical detector noise levels of < ±0.6 μAU/cm the 60 mm flow cell gives
up to 10 times higher sensitivity than detectors with conventional flow cells.
Any compromising refractive index and thermal effects are almost completely
eliminated, resulting in significantly less baseline drift for more reliable and
precise peak integration.
For fast separations, this detector has multiple wavelength and full spectral
detection at sampling rates up to 120 Hz.

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Product Description

Product Description G7117B

The Agilent 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detector (DAD) is based on the
Agilent Max-Light cartridge cell with optofluidic waveguides that improve
light transmission to near 100% efficiency without sacrificing resolution
caused by cell dispersions effects.
With typical detector noise levels of < ±0.6 μAU/cm the 60 mm flow cell gives
up to 10 times higher sensitivity than detectors with conventional flow cells.
Any compromising refractive index and thermal effects are almost completely
eliminated, resulting in significantly less baseline drift for more reliable and
precise peak integration.
For fast separations, this detector has multiple wavelength and full spectral
detection at sampling rates up to 240 Hz.

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Product Description

Product Description G7117C

The Agilent 1260 Infinity II Diode Array Detector HS with fixed slit is based on
the Agilent Max-Light cartridge cell with optofluidic waveguides that improve
light transmission to near 100% efficiency without sacrificing resolution
caused by cell dispersions effects.
With typical detector noise levels of < ±0.6 μAU/cm the 60 mm flow cell gives
up to 10 times higher sensitivity than detectors with conventional flow cells.

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Any compromising refractive index and thermal effects are almost completely
eliminated, resulting in significantly less baseline drift for more reliable and
precise peak integration.
For fast separations, this detector has multiple wavelength and full spectral
detection at sampling rates up to 120 Hz.

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1 Introduction
Optical System

Optical System

The optical system of the detector is shown in Figure 4 on page 14.

Figure 4 Optical System of the Detector

1 UV-lamp

2 Lamp mirror

3 Flow cell

4 Fold mirror

5 Programmable (G7117B) or Fixed (G7117A/G7117C) slit

6 Grating

7 Array

The illumination source is a deuterium-arc-discharge lamp [1] for the

ultraviolet (UV) wavelength range. Its light is focused by a lamp mirror [2]
onto the entrance of the Max-light cartridge flow cell [3] with optofluidic
waveguides. The light leaves the Max-light cartridge flow cell at the other side
and is focused by the fold mirror [4] through the slit assembly [5] onto a
holographic grating [6] light being dispersed onto the diode array [7]. This
allows simultaneous access to all wavelength information.

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Optical System

Lamp
The light source for the UV-wavelength range is a long-life UV-lamp with RFID
tag. As a result of plasma discharge in low-pressure deuterium gas, the lamp
emits light over the 190 nm to approximately 800 nm wavelength range.

Figure 5 UV-Lamp

Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cell

The detector allows easy access to flow cells via a cartridge. A variety of
optional flow cells can be inserted using the same quick, simple mounting
system.
Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cells for standard and bio-inert applications are
available. For testing of the detector, a Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell is
available.

p/n Description

G4212-60008 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (10 mm, V(σ) 1.0 µL)

G4212-60007 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (60 mm, V(σ) 4.0 µL)

G4212-60032 HDR Max-Light Cartridge Cell (3.7 mm, V(σ) 0.4 µL)

G4212-60038 ULD Max-Light Cartridge Cell (10 mm, V(σ) 0.6 µL)

G4212-60011 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

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Optical System

The optical principle of the Max-Light Cartridge cell is based on opto-fluidic

waveguides. Nearly 100 % light transmission is achieved by utilizing total
internal reflection in a non-coated silica fiber. Compromising refractive index
and thermal effects are almost completely eliminated, resulting in significantly
less baseline drift.

Figure 6 Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cell

For additional information on the Max-Light Cartridge flow cell refer to “Choosing a Flow
NOTE Cell” on page 72 and “Inline Pressure Relief Valve Kit (G4212-68001)” on page 74.

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Optical System

Slit Assembly
Programmable Slit (G7117B)
The micro-slit system makes use of the mechanical properties of silicon
combined with the precise structuring capabilities of bulk micro-machining. It
combines the required optical functions — slit and shutter — in a simple and
compact component. The slit width is directly controlled by the
micro-processor of the instrument and can be set as method parameter.

Figure 7 Slit Assembly

The slit width influences the spectral resolution and noise.

Figure 8 Influence of slitwidth on resolution and noise level

Fixed Slit (G7117A/G7117C)

The fixed slit combines the required optical functions - slit and shutter - in a
simple and compact component. The slit width is fixed to 4 nm and both
positions (fixed slit and shutter) are directly controlled by the micro-
processor of the instrument.

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Optical System

Grating and Diode Array

The combination of dispersion and spectral imaging is accomplished by using
a concave holographic grating. The grating separates the light beam into all its
component wavelengths and reflects the light onto the photodiode array.
The diode array is a series of 1024 individual photodiodes and control circuits
located on a ceramic carrier. It has a wavelength range from 190 – 640 nm and
the sampling interval is ∼0.5 nm.

Figure 9 Grating and diode array

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Leak and Waste Handling

Leak and Waste Handling

The Agilent InfinityLab LC Series has been designed for safe leak and waste
handling. It is important that all security concepts are understood and
instructions are carefully followed.
The solvent cabinet is designed to store a maximum volume of 8 L solvent. The
maximum volume for an individual bottle stored in the solvent cabinet should
not exceed 2 L. For details, see the usage guideline for the Agilent 1200
Infinity Series Solvent Cabinets (a printed copy of the guideline has been
shipped with the solvent cabinet, electronic copies are available on the
Internet).
All leak plane outlets are situated in a consistent position so that all Infinity
and Infinity II modules can be stacked on top of each other. Waste tubes are
guided through a channel on the right hand side of the instrument, keeping the
front access clear from tubes.
The leak plane provides leak management by catching all internal liquid leaks,
guiding them to the leak sensor for leak detection, and passing them on to the
next module below, if the leak sensor fails. The leak sensor in the leak plane
stops the running system as soon as the leak detection level is reached.
Solvent and condensate is guided through the waste channel into the waste
container:
• from the detector's flow cell outlet
• from the Multisampler needle wash port
• from the Sample Cooler (condensate)
• from the Seal Wash Sensor
• from the pump's Purge Valve or Multipurpose Valve

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Leak and Waste Handling

Figure 10 Infinity II Leak Waste Concept (flexible rack installation)

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Leak and Waste Handling

Figure 11 Infinity II Single Stack Leak Waste Concept (bench installation)

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Leak and Waste Handling

Figure 12 Infinity II Two Stack Leak Waste Concept (bench installation)

The waste tube connected to the leak pan outlet on each of the bottom
instruments guides the solvent to a suitable waste container.

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Leak and Waste Handling

Waste Concept
1 Agilent recommends using the 6 L waste can with 1 Stay Safe cap GL45
with 4 ports (5043-1221) for optimal and safe waste disposal. If you decide
to use your own waste solution, make sure that the tubes don't immerse in
the liquid.

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Operating Principle

Operating Principle

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Site Requirements and Specifications
Site Requirements 26
Physical Specifications 29
Performance Specifications 30
Specifications 30
Specification Conditions 36

This chapter provides information on environmental requirements, physical

and performance specifications.

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2 Site Requirements and Specifications
Site Requirements

Site Requirements

A suitable environment is important to ensure optimal performance of the

module.

Power Consideration
The module power supply has wide ranging capabilities and accepts any line
voltage in the range mentioned in Table 1 on page 29. Consequently, there is
no voltage selector in the rear of the module. There are also no externally
accessible fuses, because automatic electronic fuses are implemented in the
power supply.
Module is partially energized when switched off, as long as the power cord is
WA R N I N G
plugged in.
Repair work at the module can lead to personal injuries, e.g. shock hazard, when
the cover is opened and the module is connected to power.
➔ Make sure that it is always possible to access the power plug.
➔ Remove the power cable from the instrument before opening the cover.
➔ Do not connect the power cable to the Instrument while the covers are removed.

Incorrect line voltage at the module

WA R N I N G
Shock hazard or damage of your instrument can result if the devices are connected
to line voltage higher than specified.
➔ Connect your module to the specified line voltage.

Inaccessible power plug.

WA R N I N G
In case of emergency it must be possible to disconnect the instrument from the
power line at any time.
➔ Make sure the power connector of the instrument can be easily reached and
unplugged.
➔ Provide sufficient space behind the power socket of the instrument to unplug the
cable.

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Site Requirements

Power Cords
Country-specific power cords are available for the module. The female end of
all power cords is identical. It plugs into the power-input socket at the rear.
The male end of each power cord is different and designed to match the wall
socket of a particular country or region.
Agilent makes sure that your instrument is shipped with the power cord that
is suitable for your particular country or region.

Absence of ground connection

WA R N I N G
The absence of ground connection can lead to electric shock or short circuit.
➔ Never operate your instrumentation from a power outlet that has no ground
connection.

Unintended use of supplied power cords

WA R N I N G
Using power cords for unintended purposes can lead to personal injury or damage
of electronic equipment.
➔ Never use a power cord other than the one that Agilent shipped with this
instrument.
➔ Never use the power cords that Agilent Technologies supplies with this instrument
for any other equipment.
➔ Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure
proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations.

Power cords
WA R N I N G
Solvents may damage electrical cables.
➔ Prevent electrical cables from getting in contact with solvents.
➔ Exchange electrical cables after contact with solvents.

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2 Site Requirements and Specifications
Site Requirements

Bench Space
The module dimensions and weight (see Table 1 on page 29) allow you to place
the module on almost any desk or laboratory bench. It needs an additional
2.5 cm (1.0 inches) of space on either side and approximately 8 cm
(3.1 inches) in the rear for air circulation and electric connections.
If the bench shall carry a complete HPLC system, make sure that the bench is
designed to bear the weight of all modules.
The module should be operated in a horizontal position.

Agilent recommends that you install the HPLC instrument in the A-Line Flex Bench rack.
NOTE This option helps to save bench space as all modules can be placed into one single stack.
It also allows to easily relocate the instrument to another Lab.

Environment
Your module will work within the specifications at ambient temperatures and
relative humidity described in Table 1 on page 29.
ASTM drift tests require a temperature change below 2 °C/hour (3.6 F/hour)
over one hour period. Our published drift specification (refer also to
“Specifications” on page 30) is based on these conditions. Larger ambient
temperature changes will result in larger drift.
Better drift performance depends on better control of the temperature
fluctuations. To realize the highest performance, minimize the frequency and
the amplitude of the temperature changes to below 1 °C/hour (1.8 F/hour).
Turbulences around one minute or less can be ignored.

Condensation within the module

C AU T I O N
Condensation can damage the system electronics.
➔ Do not store, ship or use your module under conditions where temperature
fluctuations could cause condensation within the module.
➔ If your module was shipped in cold weather, leave it in its box and allow it to warm
slowly to room temperature to avoid condensation.

This module is designed to operate in a typical electromagnetic environment, i.e. where RF

NOTE transmitters such as mobile telephones may not be used in close proximity.

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Physical Specifications

Physical Specifications

Table 1 Physical Specifications

Type Specification Comments

Weight 11.5 kg (25.4 lbs)

Dimensions 140 x 396 x 436 mm

(height × width × depth) (5.5 x 15.6 x 17.2 inches)

Line voltage 100 – 240 V~, ± 10 % Wide-ranging

capability

Line frequency 50 or 60 Hz, ± 5 %

Power consumption 110 VA, 100 W

Ambient operating 4 – 40 °C (39 – 104 °F)

temperature

Ambient non-operating -40 – 70 °C (-40 – 158 °F)

temperature

Humidity < 95 % r.h. at 40 °C (104 °F) Non-condensing

Operating altitude Up to 3000 m (9842 ft)

Non-operating altitude Up to 4600 m (15092 ft) For storing the module

Safety standards: Installation category II, Pollution degree 2 For indoor use only.
IEC, EN, CSA, UL

ISM Classification ISM Group 1 Class B According to CISPR 11

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Performance Specifications

Performance Specifications

Specifications
Performance Specifications G7117A
Table 2 Agilent 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detector FS (G7117A) Performance Specifi-
cations

Feature Specification

Detector type 1024-element diode array

Light source Deuterium

Number of signals 8

Maximum sampling 120 Hz (both spectra and signals)

rate

Short-term noise with 10 mm Max-Light cartridge cell: <±3·10-6 AU at 230/4 nm, slit width
4 nm, TC 2 s, ASTM
with 60 mm Max-Light cartridge cell: <±0.6·10-6 AU/cm at 230/4 nm, slit
width 4 nm, TC 2 s, ASTM

Drift <0.5·10-3 AU/h at 230 nm

Linearity >2.0 AU (5 %) at 265 nm
Typically 2.5 AU (5 %)

Wavelength range 190 – 640 nm

Wavelength ±1 nm, self-calibration with deuterium lines

accuracy

Wavelength <±0.1 nm
precision

Diode width ~0.5 nm

Wavelength Programmable, 2 – 400 nm, in steps of 1 nm

bunching

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Performance Specifications

Table 2 Agilent 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detector FS (G7117A) Performance Specifi-
cations

Feature Specification

Flow cells User-exchangeable, self-aligning cartridge cells with RFID tags.

Max-Light Cartridge Cell (Standard): 10 mm, σV = 1.0 µL
Max-Light Cartridge Cell (High Sensitivity): 60 mm, σV = 4 µL
Max-Light Cartridge Ultra Low Dispersion (ULD) Cell: 10 mm, σV = 0.6 µL
Max-Light Cartridge High Dynamic Range (HDR) Cell: 3.7 mm, σV = 0.8 µL
Maximum Operating Pressure (MOP)1: 70 bar
Maximum Incidental Pressure (MIP)2: 150 bar

Spectral tools Data analysis software for spectra evaluation, including spectral libraries
and peak purity functions

Analog output Recorder/integrator: 100 mV or 1 V, output range 0.001 – 2 AU, one

output

Communications LAN, controller-area network (CAN),

ERI: ready, start, stop and shut-down signals
USB

GLP features RFID for electronics records of flow cell and UV lamp conditions (path
length, volume, product number, serial number, test passed, usage)
Early maintenance feedback (EMF) for continuous tracking of instrument
usage in terms of lamp burn time with user settable limits and feedback
messages. Electronic records of maintenance and errors. Verification of
wavelength accuracy with deuterium lines.

Safety and Extensive diagnostics, error detection and display through Agilent Instant
maintenance Pilot and Agilent Lab Advisor software. Leak detection, safe leak handling,
leak output signal for shutdown of pumping system. Low voltages in
major maintenance areas.

Others Second generation of Electronic temperature control (ETC) for the

complete optical unit
1 Maximum operating pressure (MOP): Maximum pressure at which a system can operate continu-
ously under normal conditions.
2
Maximum incidental pressure (MIP): The maximum pressure which the system can experience
during a short time.

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Performance Specifications

Performance Specifications G7117B

Table 3 Agilent 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detector (G7117B) Performance Specifica-
tions

Feature Specification

Detector type 1024-element diode array

Light source Deuterium

Number of signals 8

Maximum sampling 240 Hz (both spectra and signals)

rate

Short-term noise with 10 mm Max-Light cartridge cell: <±3·10-6 AU at 230/4 nm, slit width
4 nm, TC 2 s, ASTM
with 60 mm Max-Light cartridge cell: <±0.6·10-6 AU/cm at 230/4 nm, slit
width 4 nm, TC 2 s, ASTM

Drift <0.5·10-3 AU/h at 230 nm

Linearity >2.0 AU (5 %) at 265 nm

Typically 2.5 AU (5 %)

Wavelength range 190 – 640 nm

Wavelength ±1 nm, self-calibration with deuterium lines

accuracy

Wavelength <±0.1 nm
precision

Slit width Programmable: 1, 2, 4, 8 nm

Diode width ~0.5 nm

Wavelength Programmable, 2 – 400 nm, in steps of 1 nm

bunching

Spectral tools Data analysis software for spectra evaluation, including spectral libraries
and peak purity functions

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Performance Specifications

Table 3 Agilent 1290 Infinity II Diode Array Detector (G7117B) Performance Specifica-
tions

Feature Specification

Flow cells User-exchangeable, self-aligning cartridge cells with RFID tags.

Max-Light Cartridge Cell (Standard): 10 mm, σV = 1.0 µL
Max-Light Cartridge Cell (High Sensitivity): 60 mm, σV = 4 µL
Max-Light Cartridge Ultra Low Dispersion (ULD) Cell: 10 mm, σV = 0.6 µL
Max-Light Cartridge High Dynamic Range (HDR) Cell: 3.7 mm, σV = 0.8 µL
Maximum Operating Pressure (MOP)1: 70 bar
Maximum Incidental Pressure (MIP)2: 150 bar

Analog output Recorder/integrator: 100 mV or 1 V, output range 0.001 – 2 AU, one

output

Communications LAN, controller-area network (CAN),

ERI: ready, start, stop and shut-down signals,
USB

GLP features RFID for electronics records of flow cell and UV lamp conditions (path
length, volume, product number, serial number, test passed, usage)
Early maintenance feedback (EMF) for continuous tracking of instrument
usage in terms of lamp burn time with user settable limits and feedback
messages. Electronic records of maintenance and errors. Verification of
wavelength accuracy with deuterium lines.

Safety and Extensive diagnostics, error detection and display through Agilent Instant
maintenance Pilot and Agilent Lab Advisor software. Leak detection, safe leak handling,
leak output signal for shutdown of pumping system. Low voltages in
major maintenance areas.

Others Second generation of Electronic temperature control (ETC) for the

complete optical unit
1 Maximum operating pressure (MOP): Maximum pressure at which a system can operate continu-
ously under normal conditions.
2 Maximum incidental pressure (MIP): The maximum pressure which the system can experience
during a short time.

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Performance Specifications

Performance Specifications G7117C

Table 4 Agilent 1260 Infinity II Diode Array Detector FS (G7117C) Performance Specifi-
cations

Feature Specification

Detector type 1024-element diode array

Light source Deuterium

Number of signals 8

Maximum sampling 120 Hz (both spectra and signals)

rate

Short-term noise with 10 mm Max-Light cartridge cell: <±3·10-6 AU at 230/4 nm, slit width
4 nm, TC 2 s, ASTM
with 60 mm Max-Light cartridge cell: <±0.6·10-6 AU/cm at 230/4 nm, slit
width 4 nm, TC 2 s, ASTM

Drift <0.5·10-3 AU/h at 230 nm

Linearity >2.0 AU (5 %) at 265 nm

Typically 2.5 AU (5 %)

Wavelength range 190 – 640 nm

Wavelength ±1 nm, self-calibration with deuterium lines

accuracy

Wavelength <±0.1 nm
precision

Diode width ~0.5 nm

Wavelength Programmable, 2 – 400 nm, in steps of 1 nm

bunching

Flow cells User-exchangeable, self-aligning cartridge cells with RFID tags.

Max-Light Cartridge Cell (Standard): 10 mm, σV = 1.0 µL
Max-Light Cartridge Cell (High Sensitivity): 60 mm, σV = 4 µL
Maximum Operating Pressure (MOP)1: 70 bar
Maximum Incidental Pressure (MIP)2: 150 bar
Spectral tools Data analysis software for spectra evaluation, including spectral libraries
and peak purity functions

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Performance Specifications

Table 4 Agilent 1260 Infinity II Diode Array Detector FS (G7117C) Performance Specifi-
cations

Feature Specification

Analog output Recorder/integrator: 100 mV or 1 V, output range 0.001 – 2 AU, one

output

Communications LAN, controller-area network (CAN),

ERI: ready, start, stop and shut-down signals
USB

GLP features RFID for electronics records of flow cell and UV lamp conditions (path
length, volume, product number, serial number, test passed, usage)
Early maintenance feedback (EMF) for continuous tracking of instrument
usage in terms of lamp burn time with user settable limits and feedback
messages. Electronic records of maintenance and errors. Verification of
wavelength accuracy with deuterium lines.

Safety and Extensive diagnostics, error detection and display through Agilent Instant
maintenance Pilot and Agilent Lab Advisor software. Leak detection, safe leak handling,
leak output signal for shutdown of pumping system. Low voltages in
major maintenance areas.

Others Second generation of Electronic temperature control (ETC) for the

complete optical unit
1
Maximum operating pressure (MOP): Maximum pressure at which a system can operate continu-
ously under normal conditions.
2
Maximum incidental pressure (MIP): The maximum pressure which the system can experience
during a short time.

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Performance Specifications

Specification Conditions
ASTM: “Standard Practice for Variable Wavelength Photometric Detectors
Used in Liquid Chromatography”.
Reference conditions:
• Wavelength: 230 nm/4 nm with Reference Wavelength 360 nm/100 nm,
Slitwidth 4 nm, TC 2 s, (or with RT = 2.2 * TC), ASTM
• Max-Light Cartridge Cell ( 10 mm, V(σ) 1.0 μL) (G4212-60008) with flow of
0.5 mL/min LC grade water or Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell (G4212-60011)
Linearity:
Linearity is measured with caffeine at 265 nm/4 nm with slit width 4 nm and
TC 1 s (or with RT 2 s) with Max-Light Cartridge Cell ( 10 mm, V(σ) 1.0 μL)
(G4212-60008) > 2.0 AU (5 %) [ typical 2.5 AU (5 %) ] .

The specifications are based on the standard RFID tag lamp (5190-0917) and may be not
NOTE achieved when other lamp types or aged lamps are used.

ASTM drift tests require a temperature change below 2 °C/hour (3.6 F/hour)
over one hour period. Our published drift specification is based on these
conditions. Larger ambient temperature changes will result in larger drift.
Better drift performance depends on better control of the temperature
fluctuations. To realize the highest performance, minimize the frequency and
the amplitude of the temperature changes to below 1 °C/hour (1.8 F/hour).
Turbulences around one minute or less can be ignored.
Performance tests should be done with a completely warmed up optical unit (>
two hours). ASTM measurements require that the detector should be turned
on at least 24 h before start of testing.

Time Constant versus Response Time

According to ASTM E1657-98 „Standard Practice of Testing
Variable-Wavelength Photometric Detectors Used in Liquid Chromatography”
the time constant is converted to response time by multiplying by the factor
2.2.

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Using the Module
Magnets 38
Turn on/off 39
Status Indicators 40
Instrument Configuration 41
Set up the Detector with Agilent Open Lab ChemStation 43
The Detector User Interface 44
Detector Control Settings 46
Method Parameter Settings 47

This chapter explains the essential operational parameters of the module.

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Magnets

Magnets

1 This stack exemplarily shows the magnets' positions in the modules.

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Turn on/off

Turn on/off

1 2

Power switch
(1) On
(2) Off
3

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Status Indicators

Status Indicators

1 The module status indicator indicates one of six possible module

conditions:

Status indicators
1. Idle
2. Run mode
3. Not-ready. Waiting for a specific pre-run condition to be reached or
completed.
4. Error mode - interrupts the analysis and requires attention (for example
a leak or defective internal components).
5. Resident mode (blinking) - for example during update of main firmware.
6. Bootloader mode (fast blinking). Try to re-boot the module or try a
cold-start. Then try a firmware update.

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Instrument Configuration

Instrument Configuration

1 Set the switches of the Configuration switch at the rear of the module:
a All switches DOWN: module uses the default IP address 192.168.254.11.
b Switch 4 UP and others DOWN: module uses DHCP.

2 Enter the setup information (MAC / IP address and/or Instrument Name).

a Agilent OpenLab ChemStation (Configure Instrument):

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b Lab Advisor (Instrument Overview - Add Instrument):

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Set up the Detector with Agilent Open Lab ChemStation

Set up the Detector with Agilent Open Lab ChemStation

The setup of the detector is shown with the Agilent OpenLab ChemStation
C.01.07 and Driver A.02.14.

This section describes the detector settings only. For information on the Agilent OpenLab
NOTE ChemStation or other 1200 Infinity modules refer to the corresponding documentation.

Figure 14 ChemStation Method and Run Control (just detector is shown)

After successful load of the OpenLab ChemStation, you should see the module
as an active item in the graphical user interface (GUI).

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The Detector User Interface

The Detector User Interface

Within the detector GUI, there are active areas. If you move
the mouse cursor across the icons the cursor will change.
1 Lamp: turn on and off of UV-lamp
2 EMF status
3 Detector status
4 Lamp status (on/off) and information (RFID tag)
5 Flow Cell information (RFID tag)

RFID tag information is displayed when moving with the

mouse cursor on to the tag attached to the flow cell or
lamp. The information provides flow cell and lamp related
information like
• Part number
• Production date
• Serial number
and other details.

EMF Status shows Run / Ready / Error state and “Not

Ready text” or “Error text”
• Offline (gray)
• Ok. No Maintenance required (green)
• EMF warning. Maintenance might be required (yellow)
• EMF warning. Maintenance required (red)
Important: The EMF settings can be accessed via Agilent
Lab Advisor. The limit(s) can be changed. Based on the
limit, the User Interface displays the above status.

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Module Status shows Run / Ready / Error state and “Not

Ready text” or “Error text”
• Error (red)
• Not ready (yellow)
• Ready (green)
• Pre run, Post run (purple)
• Run (blue)
• Idle (green)
• Offline (dark gray)
• Standby (light gray)

A right-click into the Active Area will open a menu to

• Show the Control Interface (special module settings)
• Show the Method interface (similar as via menu
Instrument > Setup Instrument Method)
• Set Error Method
• Identify Module (Status LED will blink)
• Perform a Balance
• Switch the UV-lamp on/off (same as click on button
“Make Device Ready/Turn device off (standby)”)

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Detector Control Settings

Detector Control Settings

The figure shows the default settings.

• Lamps: can be turned ON/OFF.
• Analog Output Range: can be set to either
100 mV or 1 Vfull scale, for additional
settings see Analog Output (under “Method
Parameter Settings” on page 47).
• UV Lamp Tag
• Automatic detects a lamp with RFID tag.
If no RFID tag lamp is used, “UV lamp
not ready” is displayed and it cannot be
ignited. A compatible mode has to be
selected based on the used lamp; see
Non-RFID-tag lamp information below.
• Manual (by PN) uses the selected
“heating” mode. This mode can also be
used when the RFID tag of the standard
lamp (Long-life Deuterium lamp (8-pin)
with RFID tag (5190-0917)) is not
recognized (defect RFID tag or reader).
• Non-RFID-tag lamp: In case a
non-RFID-tag lamp is used, the user
interface will show this when selecting
a compatible mode. You may operate the
detector outside of the guaranteed
specification. The correct selection is
important for optimal performance and
lifetime.
• At Power On: automatic lamp-on at power
on.
• Automatic Turn On: automatic detector
power on.

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Method Parameter Settings

Method Parameter Settings

These settings are available via Menu > Instrument > Set up Instrument Method or
via right click into the module’s active area (does not show the Instrument
Curves tab).

Figure 15 Method parameter settings

For additional help and support: Highlight the desired cell and press F1. A help screen will
NOTE open with additional information and documentation about the topic.

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Table 5 Method Parameter Settings

Signals
Up to 8 individual signals can be set. For each of the
signals, the wavelength and bandwidth can be set for
sample and reference.
Limits:
• Wavelength: 190.0 to 640.0 nm in steps of 0.1 nm
• Bandwidth: 1.0 to 400.0 nm in steps of 0.1 nm
Setting an appropriate reference wavelength could improve
the baseline behavior.

Peakwidth (Responsetime, Data Rate)

Peakwidth enables you to select the peak width (response
time) for your analysis. The peak width is defined as the
width of a peak, in minutes, at half the peak height. Set the
peak width to the narrowest expected peak in your
chromatogram. The peak width sets the optimum response
time for your detector. The peak detector ignores any peaks
that are considerably narrower, or wider, than the peak
width setting. The response time is the time between 10 %
and 90 % of the output signal in response to an input step
function. When the All spectrum storage option is selected,
then spectra are acquired continuously depending on the
setting of the peak width. The time specified by the peak
Figure 16 G7117B Peakwitdth Settings
width is used as a factor in the acquisition of spectra. The
acquisition time for one spectrum is slightly less than the
peak width divided by 8, which is the acquisition time.
Limits: When you set the peak width (in minutes), the
corresponding response time is set automatically and the
appropriate data rate for signal and spectra acquisition is
selected.
Do not use peak width shorter than necessary.
G7117A: Do not use 0.025 s response time (no
filtering/high noise and no need (actually ultra-fast LC
doesn't deliver peaks <0.0025 min/<0.15 s).

NOTE
Figure 17 G7117A/C Peakwitdth Settings The G7117A and the G7117C have a data rate of up to
120 Hz. The G7117B has a data rate of up to 240 Hz.
For details see “Peak width (response time)” on page 77.

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Method Parameter Settings

Table 5 Method Parameter Settings

Stoptime/Posttime
The stoptime is the time where either the complete system
stops (As Pump/Injector) or the module (if different from
system stop time). The data collection is stopped at this
time. A posttime period can be used to allow module’s
items to equilibrate (e.g. after gradient change or
temperature change).

Spectrum Settings
• None
• All
• Range (from - to)
• Step width

Analog Output
The range can be set to either 100 mV or 1 V full scale, see
“Detector Control Settings” on page 46.
• Zero Offset: 1 – 99 % in steps of 1 % (5 % equal to
50 mV).
• Attenuation: 0.98 – 2000 mAU at discrete values for
either 100 mV or 1 V full scale.

Margin for negative Absorbance

Use this field to modify the detector’s signal handling to
increase the margin for negative absorbance. Use this
option if, for example, your solvent gradient produces a
decreasing baseline absorbance, and for GPC analyses.
Limits: 100 to 4000 mAU.
The higher the value the greater the baseline noise. Set this
value only if you expect negative absorbance greater than
-100 mAU.
Slitwidth (G7117B): You can select the optical bandwidth
(1, 2, 4 or 8 nm) of the detector; the narrower the slit, the
smaller the optical bandwidth of the instrument, but the
lower its sensitivity. The smaller the optical bandwidth the
higher the spectral resolution.
Slitwidth The G7117A and G7117C have a fixed slit width of
4 nm.

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Method Parameter Settings

Table 5 Method Parameter Settings

Autobalance
Defines, whether a balance is performed prior to a run
and/or after a run has finished.
Lamp on required for acquisition:
If unchecked, the lamp will be turned off after the analysis
has finished. Note that the lamp on requires at least one
hour warm-up time, see “Warm up of the Detector” on
page 98.

Timetable
You may set up time events to change functions with their
parameters over the run time. Add lines as required.
Time Limits: 0.00 to 99999.00 min in steps of 0.01 min.
Via the buttons in the bottom area, time table lines can be
added, removed, cut copied, pasted or completely cleared.
Based on the chosen function, a certain parameter can be
selected.

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Table 5 Method Parameter Settings

Instrument Curves
The detector has several signals (internal temperatures,
voltages of lamps) that can be used for diagnosing
problems. These can be baseline problems deriving from
deuterium lamps wander / drift problems due to
temperature changes.
These signals can be used in addition to the normal
baseline signal to determine whether correlation to
temperature or voltage/current of the lamp.
These signals are available via the Agilent ChemStation
Online Plot/Data Signal and/or Agilent Lab Advisor
Software.

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Preparing the Module
Leak and Waste Handling 54
Waste Concept 55
Setting up an Analysis 56
Before Using the System 56
Requirements and Conditions 58
Preparing the Detector 60
Preparing the HPLC System 60
Running the Sample and Verifying the Results 62
Solvent Information 63

This chapter provides information on how to set up the module for an analysis
and explains the basic settings.

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Leak and Waste Handling

Leak and Waste Handling

Toxic, flammable and hazardous solvents, samples and reagents

WA R N I N G
The handling of solvents, samples and reagents can hold health and safety risks.
➔ When working with these substances observe appropriate safety procedures (for
example by wearing goggles, safety gloves and protective clothing) as described in
the material handling and safety data sheet supplied by the vendor, and follow
good laboratory practice.
➔ Do not use solvents with an auto-ignition temperature below 200 °C (392 °F). Do
not use solvents with a boiling point below 56 °C (133 °F).
➔ Avoid high vapor concentrations. Always keep the temperature in the sample
compartment at least 25 K below the boiling point of the solvent used.
➔ Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere.
➔ Reduce the volume of substances to the minimum required for the analysis.
➔ Never exceed the maximum permissible volume of solvents (8 L) in the solvent
cabinet. Do not use bottles that exceed the maximum permissible volume as
specified in the usage guideline for solvent cabinet.
➔ Ground the waste container.
➔ Regularly check the filling level of the waste container. The residual free volume in
the waste container must be large enough to collect the waste liquid.
➔ To achieve maximal safety, regularly check the tubing for correct installation.

For details, see the usage guideline for the solvent cabinet. A printed copy of the guideline
NOTE has been shipped with the solvent cabinet, electronic copies are available in the Agilent
Information Center or via the Internet.

For details on correct installation, see separate installation documentation.

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Waste Concept
1 Agilent recommends using the 6 L waste can with 1 Stay Safe cap GL45
with 4 ports (5043-1221) for optimal and safe waste disposal. If you decide
to use your own waste solution, make sure that the tubes don't immerse in
the liquid.

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Setting up an Analysis

Setting up an Analysis

This chapter can be used for

• preparing the system,
• to learn the set up of an HPLC analysis and
• to use it as an instrument check to demonstrate that all modules of the
system are correctly installed and connected. It is not a test of the
instrument performance.
• Learn about special settings

Before Using the System

Solvent Information
Observe recommendations on the use of solvents in chapter “Solvents” in the
pump’s reference manual.

Priming and Purging the System

When the solvents have been exchanged or the pumping system has been
turned off for a certain time (for example, overnight) oxygen will re-diffuse
into the solvent channel between the solvent reservoir, vacuum degasser
(when available in the system) and the pump. Solvents containing volatile
ingredients will slightly lose these. Therefore priming of the pumping system
is required before starting an application.

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Table 6 Choice of Priming Solvents for Different Purposes

Activity Solvent Comments

After an installation Isopropanol Best solvent to flush air out of the

system

When switching between reverse Isopropanol Best solvent to flush air out of the
phase and normal phase (both times) system

After an installation Ethanol or Methanol Alternative to Isopropanol (second

choice) if no Isopropanol is available

To clean the system when using Bidistilled water Best solvent to re-dissolve buffer
buffers crystals

After a solvent change Bidistilled water Best solvent to re-dissolve buffer

crystals

After the installation of normal phase Hexane + 5% Isopropanol Good wetting properties
seals (P/N 0905-1420)

The pump should never be used for priming empty tubings (never let the pump run dry).
NOTE Use a syringe to draw enough solvent for completely filling the tubings to the pump inlet
before continuing to prime with the pump.

1 Open the purge valve of your pump (by turning it counterclockwise) and set
flow rate to 3 – 5 mL/min.
2 Flush all tubes with at least 30 mL of solvent.
3 Set flow to required value of your application and close the purge valve.

Pump for approximately 10minutes before starting your application.

NOTE

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Requirements and Conditions

What You Will Need
The table below lists the items you need to have for the set up of the analysis.
Some of these are optional (not required for the basic system).

Table 7 What you will need

Agilent 1200 Infinity Series system Pump (plus degassing)

Autosampler
Detector, standard flow cell installed
Degasser (optional)
Column Compartment (optional)
Agilent CDS
System should be correctly set up for LAN
communication with the Agilent ChemStation
Column: Zorbax Eclipse XDB-C18, 4.6 x 150 mm, 5 µm
(993967-902) or an equivalent column
Standard: Agilent isocratic checkout sample
(01080-68704)

Conditions
A single injection of the isocratic test standard is made under the conditions
given in Table 8 on page 58:

Table 8 Conditions

Flow 1.5 mL/min

Stoptime 8 min
Solvent 100% (30% water/70% Acetonitrile)
Temperature Ambient
Wavelength sample 254 nm
Injection Volume 1 µL
Column Temperature (optional): 25 °C or ambient

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Typical Chromatogram
A typical chromatogram for this analysis is shown in Figure 18 on page 59.
The exact profile of the chromatogram will depend on the chromatographic
conditions. Variations in solvent quality, column packing, standard
concentration and column temperature will all have a potential effect on peak
retention and response.

Figure 18 Typical Chromatogram with UV-detector

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Preparing the Detector

For best performance of the detector
• Let the lamp warm-up and stabilize for at least one hour (initial turn on of
the module requires a longer time depending on the environment and the
application needs); refer to “Specification Conditions” on page 36.
• For high sensitivity measurements, a stable environment is required; refer
to “Environment” on page 28. Prevent drafts from air condition systems.
• Setting an appropriate reference wavelength could improve the baseline
behavior.
• Do not work with removed/open front panels/doors. When the system
includes a G1316 TCC (typically located below the detector) and its front
panel is removed while the TCC is set to high temperatures, the
up-streaming air could influence the stability of the detector baseline.

Preparing the HPLC System

1 Turn on the control software and the monitor.
2 Turn on the modules.
3 Start the control software. The screen should show all modules and the
system status is Not Ready.
4 Turn on the modules that require conditioning:
a Detector lamp (warm-up for at least 60 min to get a stable baseline).
b Column compartment (set temperature as required).
c Pump (purge).
d Sampler (prepare the standard isocratic sample into a vial).
e Solvents (fill water and Acetontrile into the solvent bottles).
5 Load the default method.
6 Pump the water/acetonitrile (30/70 %) mobile phase through the column for
10 min for equilibration.

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7 Select the menu item Run Control > Sample Info and enter information about
this application. Click OK to leave this screen.

Figure 19 Sample Info

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Running the Sample and Verifying the Results

1 To start a run select the menu item RunControl > Run Method.
2 This will start the modules and the online plot on the Agilent ChemStation
will show the resulting chromatogram.

Figure 20 Chromatogram with Isocratic Test Sample

Information about using the Data Analysis functions can be obtained from the Using your
NOTE ChemStation manual supplied with your system.

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Solvent Information

Solvent Information

Observe the following recommendations on the use of solvents.

• Follow recommendations for avoiding the growth of algae, see pump
manuals.
• Small particles can permanently block capillaries and valves. Therefore,
always filter solvents through 0.22 μm filters.
• Avoid or minimize the use of solvents that may corrode parts in the flow
path. Consider specifications for the pH range given for different materials
like flow cells, valve materials etc. and recommendations in subsequent
sections.

Material Information
Materials in the flow path are carefully selected based on Agilent’s
experiences in developing highest quality instruments for HPLC analysis over
several decades. These materials exhibit excellent robustness under typical
HPLC conditions. For any special conditions, please consult the material
information section or contact Agilent.

Disclaimer
Subsequent data were collected from external resources and are meant as a
reference. Agilent cannot guarantee the correctness and completeness of such
information. Data is based on compatibility libraries, which are not specific
for estimating the long-term life time under specific but highly variable
conditions of UHPLC systems, solvents, solvent mixtures and samples.
Information can also not be generalized due to catalytic effects of impurities
like metal ions, complexing agents, oxygen etc. Apart from pure chemical
corrosion, other effects like electro corrosion, electrostatic charging
(especially for non-conductive organic solvents), swelling of polymer parts etc.
need to be considered. Most data available refers to room temperature
(typically 20 – 25 °C, 68 – 77 °F). If corrosion is possible, it usually accelerates
at higher temperatures. If in doubt, please consult technical literature on
chemical compatibility of materials.

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Solvent Information

PEEK
PEEK (Polyether-Ether Ketones) combines excellent properties regarding
biocompatibility, chemical resistance, mechanical and thermal stability. PEEK
is therefore the material of choice for UHPLC and biochemical
instrumentation.
It is stable in the specified pH range (for the Bio-inert LC system: pH 1 – 13,
see bio-inert module manuals for details), and inert to many common solvents.
There is still a number of known incompatibilities with chemicals such as
chloroform, methylene chloride, THF, DMSO, strong acids (nitric acid > 10 %,
sulphuric acid > 10 %, sulfonic acids, trichloroacetic acid), halogenes or
aequous halogene solutions, phenol and derivatives (cresols, salicylic acid
etc.).
When used above room temperature, PEEK is sensitive to bases and various
organic solvents, which can cause it to swell. Under such conditions normal
PEEK capillaries are very sensitive to high pressure. Therefore Agilent uses
stainless-steel cladded PEEK capillaries in bio-inert systems. The use of
stainless steel cladded PEEK capillaries keeps the flow path free of steel and
ensures pressure stability to at least 600 bar. If in doubt, consult the available
literature about the chemical compatibility of PEEK.

Polyimide
Agilent uses semi-crystalline polyimide for rotor seals in valves and needle
seats in autosamplers. One supplier of polyimide is DuPont, which brands
polyimide as Vespel, which is also used by Agilent.
Polyimide is stable in a pH range between 1 and 10 and in most organic
solvents. It is incompatible with concentrated mineral acids (e.g. sulphuric
acid), glacial acetic acid, DMSO and THF. It is also degraded by nucleophilic
substances like ammonia (e.g. ammonium salts in basic conditions) or
acetates.

Polyethylene (PE)
Agilent uses UHMW (ultra-high molecular weight)-PE/PTFE blends for yellow
piston and wash seals, which are used in 1290 Infinity pumps and for normal
phase applications in 1260 Infinity pumps.
Polyethylene has a good stability for most common inorganic solvents
including acids and bases in a pH range of 1 to 12.5. It is compatible to many

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organic solvents used in chromatographic systems like methanol, acetonitrile

and isopropanol. It has limited stability with aliphatic, aromatic and
halogenated hydrocarbons, THF, phenol and derivatives, concentrated acids
and bases. For normal phase applications, the maximum pressure should be
limited to 200 bar.

Tantalum (Ta)
Tantalum is inert to most common HPLC solvents and almost all acids except
fluoric acid and acids with free sulfur trioxide. It can be corroded by strong
bases (e.g. hydroxide solutions > 10 %, diethylamine). It is not recommended
for the use with fluoric acid and fluorides.

Stainless Steel (ST)

Stainless steel is inert against many common solvents. It is stable in the
presence of acids and bases in a pH range of 1 to 12.5. It can be corroded by
acids below pH 2.3. It can also corrode in following solvents:
• Solutions of alkali halides, their respective acids (for example, lithium
iodide, potassium chloride, and so on) and aqueous solutions of halogens.
• High concentrations of inorganic acids like nitric acid, sulfuric acid and
organic solvents especially at higher temperatures (replace, if your
chromatography method allows, by phosphoric acid or phosphate buffer
which are less corrosive against stainless steel).
• Halogenated solvents or mixtures which form radicals and/or acids, for
example:
2 CHCl3 + O2→ 2 COCl2 + 2 HCl
This reaction, in which stainless steel probably acts as a catalyst, occurs
quickly with dried chloroform if the drying process removes the stabilizing
alcohol.
• Chromatographic grade ethers, which can contain peroxides (for example,
THF, dioxane, di-isopropylether). Such ethers should be filtered through
dry aluminium oxide which adsorbs the peroxides.
• Solutions of organic acids (acetic acid, formic acid, and so on) in organic
solvents. For example, a 1 % solution of acetic acid in methanol will attack
steel.
• Solutions containing strong complexing agents (for example, EDTA,
ethylene diamine tetra-acetic acid).
• Mixtures of carbon tetrachloride with 2-propanol or THF.

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Titanium (Ti)
Titanium is highly resistant to oxidizing acids (for example, nitric, perchloric
and hypochlorous acid) over a wide range of concentrations and temperatures.
This is due to a thin oxide layer on the surface, which is stabilized by oxidizing
compounds. Non-oxidizing acids (for example, hydrochloric, sulfuric and
phosphoric acid) can cause slight corrosion, which increases with acid
concentration and temperature. For example, the corrosion rate with 3 % HCl
(about pH 0.1) at room temperature is about 13 μm/year. At room
temperature, titanium is resistant to concentrations of about 5 % sulfuric acid
(about pH 0.3). Addition of nitric acid to hydrochloric or sulfuric acids
significantly reduces corrosion rates. Titanium is sensitive to acidic metal
chlorides like FeCl3 or CuCl2. Titanium is subject to corrosion in anhydrous
methanol, which can be avoided by adding a small amount of water (about
3 %). Slight corrosion is possible with ammonia > 10 %.

Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC)

Diamond-Like Carbon is inert to almost all common acids, bases and solvents.
There are no documented incompatibilities for HPLC applications.

Fused silica and Quartz (SiO2)

Fused silica is used in 1290 Infinity Flow Cells and capillaries. Quartz is used
for classical flow cell windows. It is inert against all common solvents and
acids except hydrofluoric acid and acidic solvents containing fluorides. It is
corroded by strong bases and should not be used above pH 12 at room
temperature. The corrosion of flow cell windows can negatively affect
measurement results. For a pH greater than 12, the use of flow cells with
sapphire windows is recommended.

Gold
Gold is inert to all common HPLC solvents, acids and bases within the
specified pH range. It can be corroded by complexing cyanides and
concentrated acids like aqua regia.

Zirconium Oxide (ZrO2)

Zirconium Oxide is inert to almost all common acids, bases and solvents.
There are no documented incompatibilities for HPLC applications.

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Platinum/Iridium
Platinum/Iridium is inert to almost all common acids, bases and solvents.
There are no documented incompatibilities for HPLC applications.

Fluorinated polymers (PTFE, PFA, FEP, FFKM)

Fluorinated polymers like PTFE (polytetrafluorethylene), PFA
(perfluoroalkoxy) and FEP (fluorinated ethylene propylene) are inert to
almost all common acids, bases, and solvents. FFKM is perfluorinated rubber,
which is also resistant to most chemicals. As an elastomer, it may swell in
some organic solvents like halogenated hydrocarbons.
TFE/PDD copolymer tubings, which are used in all Agilent degassers except
G1322A, are not compatible with fluorinated solvents like Freon, Fluorinert,
or Vertrel. They have limited life time in the presence of
Hexafluoroisopropanol (HFIP). To ensure the longest possible life with HFIP, it
is best to dedicate a particular chamber to this solvent, not to switch solvents,
and not to let dry out the chamber. For optimizing the life of the pressure
sensor, do not leave HFIP in the chamber when the unit is off.

Sapphire, Ruby and Al2O3-based ceramics

Sapphire, ruby and ceramics based on aluminum oxide Al2O3 are inert to
almost all common acids, bases and solvents. There are no documented
incompatibilities for HPLC applications.

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Optimizing the Detector
Introduction 70
Optimization Overview 71
Choosing a Flow Cell 72
Inline Pressure Relief Valve Kit (G4212-68001) 74
Application Information 74
Special Information of 60 mm Cartridge Flow Cell 75
Optimizing for Sensitivity, Selectivity, Linearity and Dispersion 76
Flow Cell Path Length 76
Peak width (response time) 77
Sample and Reference Wavelength and Bandwidth 81
Slit Width (G7117B) 84
Optimizing Spectral Acquisition 86
Margin for Negative Absorbance 86
Optimizing Selectivity 87
Quantifying Coeluting Peaks by Peak Suppression 87
Ratio Qualifiers for Selective Detection of Compound Classes 89
Optimizing the Detector Regarding to the System 91
Delay Volume and Extra-Column Volume 91
How to Configure the Optimum Delay Volume 91
How to Achieve Higher Sensitivity 92
Warm up of the Detector 98

This chapter provides information on how to optimize the detector.

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Introduction

Introduction

The detector has a variety of parameters that can be used to optimize

performance. Depending on whether signal or spectral data need to be
optimized, different settings are recommended. The following sections
describe optimization for:
• signal sensitivity, selectivity and linearity,
• spectral sensitivity and resolution (DAD only), and
• disk space required for storing data.

The information in this chapter should be seen as a basic introduction to diode array
NOTE detector techniques. Some of these techniques may not be available in the instrument
software controlling the detector.

How to Get the Best Detector Performance

The information below will guide you on how to get the best detector
performance. Follow these rules as a start for new applications. It gives
rules-of-thumb for optimizing detector parameters.

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Optimization Overview

Table 9 Optimization Overview

Parameter Impact

1 Selection of flow cell • peak resolution versus sensitivity

• Choose flow cell according to used column (“Choosing a Flow Cell” on

page 72).

2 Connection of flow cell • chromatographic resolution

3 Setting the peak width (response time) • peak resolution versus sensitivity
versus disk space

• Use peak width according “Choosing a Flow Cell” on page 72 as starting

point.
• Set the peak-width close to the width of a narrow peak of interest in your
chromatogram.

4 Setting wavelength and bandwidth

• Sample wavelength:
• Never miss a peak by the use of a browser wavelength like 250 nm • sensitivity versus selectivity
with 100 nm bandwidth.
• Select specific wavelength with reduced optical bandwidth if you need • sensitivity versus linearity
selectivity, e.g. 254.0 nm / 4 nm and 360.0 nm / 100 nm as reference
wavelength.
• Set the sample wavelength to a peak or valley to get best linearity in
general; select a valley to get best linearity for high concentrations.

• Reference wavelength:
• Select the reference wavelength with broad bandwidth (30...100 nm) • baseline drift due to RI effects.
wavelength range where your analytes have little or no absorbance
(e.g. sample at 254 nm, reference at 320 nm).
• Select the reference wavelength as near as possible to the UV range.

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Table 9 Optimization Overview

Parameter Impact

5 Setting the slit width (G7117B only)

• Use 4 nm slit for normal applications. • spectral resolution, sensitivity and

• Use narrow slit (e.g 1 nm) if your analytes have narrow absorbance bands linearity.
and for high concentrations.
• Use a wide slit (e.g. 8 nm) to detect very low concentrations.
• Optimizing spectral acquisition (DAD only)
• Set the spectral wavelength range (for colorless samples 190...400 nm is
sufficient).
• Set step to 4 nm for normal use; set small step (and slit width) if high
resolution of spectra with fine structure is wanted.

Choosing a Flow Cell

Several flavors of the Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cell are available, see Table 10
on page 72.

Table 10 Specifications for Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cells

Cartridge Cells • Max-Light Cartridge Cell ( 10 mm, V(σ) 1.0 µL) (G4212-60008)
• Max-Light Cartridge Cell ( 60 mm, V(σ) 4.0 µL) (G4212-60007)
• HDR Max-Light Cartridge Cell ( 3.7 mm, V(σ) 0.4 µL) (G4212-60032)
• ULD Max-Light Cartridge Cell ( 10 mm, V(σ) 0.6 µL) (G4212-60038)
• Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell (G4212-60011)

Maximum 70 bar (1015 psi) Maximum Operating Pressure (MOP)1

pressure
150 bar (2175 psi) Maximum Incidential Pressure (MIP)2
pH range 1.0-12.5 (solvent dependent)

1
Maximum Operating Pressure (MOP): The maximum pressure at which the system can operate
continuously under normal conditions.
2 Maximum Incidential Pressure (MIP): The maximum pressure which the system can experience
during a short time.

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High Sensitivity
If higher sensitivity is necessary, the Max-Light Cartridge Cell ( 60 mm, V(σ)
4.0 μL) (G4212-60007) can be used. This cell enhances the detector by lowering
the limit of detection (LOD) by a factor of about 3 (depending on the
application).

Normal Applications
The Max-Light Cartridge Cell ( 10 mm, V(σ) 1.0 μL) (G4212-60008) covers a
wide range of applications:
• all column diameter down to at least 2.1 mm ID or even less
• applications with peak dispersion (Peakwidth x flow) down to ~2 μL
[example: pw = 0.04 min at flow = 0.1 mL/min gives peak dispersion of
0.04 min x 0.1 mL/min = 0.004 mL = 4 μL]

Ultra-Low Dispersion
The Max-Light Cartridge ULD cell can be used with the G7117A DAD FS and
G7117B DAD. The cell is a requirement for the Ultra-Low Dispersion Kit
solution which currently exists as 1290 Infinity Ultra-Low Dispersion Kit
(5067-5189). The cell should be part of the ultra-low dispersion solution.

High Dynamic Range

The Max-Light Cartridge HDR cell can be used with the G7117A DAD FS and
G7117B DAD. The cell is required as a part of the High Dynamic Range (HDR)
solution.

To protect the flow cell against overpressure (e.g. in systems with LC/MS) install Inline
NOTE Pressure Relief Valve Kit (G4212-68001), see “Inline Pressure Relief Valve Kit
(G4212-68001)” on page 74.

Recommendations

For G4212-60007 and G4212-60008

The use of Peek-FS capillaries is not recommended. In combination with the
SST zero dead volume fitting (e.g. at the inlet) the capillary could break and
the glass particles could block/damage the flow cell.

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Inline Pressure Relief Valve Kit (G4212-68001)

When several detectors are installed in a system the connecting capillary and
fittings between the detectors must be carefully chosen to keep
chromatographic influence on peak shape small. On the other hand narrow
bore connection capillaries generate a significant pressure drop dependent on
flow rate and solvent properties.
The pressure relief valve is designed to protect the Max-Light Cartridge Flow
Cell. Agilent Technologies strongly recommend installing the pressure relief
valve at the outlet of the detector as soon as a second detector is installed like
in LC/MS applications.
The pressure relief valve is a low internal volume check valve. The dead
volume is smaller than 100 nL delay volume (inlet to outlet). The ball of the
check valve is spring loaded and adjusted to open at typically 80 bar. On
overpressure (typically above 80 bar) it releases the pressure to waste.

Application Information
For the analysis and characterization of proteins and large biomolecules, and
applications with mobile phases of a pH above 12.5 it is recommended to use
an Agilent Diode Array Detector G1315C/D and G7115A (or Multiple
Wavelength Detector G1365C/D and G7165A) and the respective bio-inert flow
cell.

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Special Information of 60 mm Cartridge Flow Cell

Application Information
The geometrical volume of the 60 mm cell is 6 times larger than the 10 mm
cell. However, the chromatographic relevant dispersion volume, the square
roots of variances, accounting for cell specific geometrical volume shape and
fluidic flow pattern, have been determined as σV = 4 μL and σV = 1 μL in for
the 10 mm cell.
Due to the larger dispersion volume, the 60 mm cell is primarily designed for
4.6 mm column applications to achieve highest sensitivity with no additional
peak broadening. However, if sensitivity is important the 60 mm cell will also
be advantageous in case of smaller columns (3 mm, 2.1 mm) but depending on
the chromatographic system and method additional peak broadening might
occur.

The upper limit of concentration

Care should be taken in methods where high background absorption of
solvents or modifiers are present. When using the 60 mm cell the detector will
measure 6 times the background absorption as in case of the 10 mm cell,
which will reduce the remaining dynamic absorbance range for sample peaks.
Furthermore those UV absorbing modifiers could compromise the sensitivity
gain (signal/noise) of 60 mm cell.
The linearity limit of the detector is seen at about 2 AU for both, the 10 mm
and the 60 mm Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cell. Using firmware revision
B.06.25 and below, the 60 mm Max-Light Cartridge Cell linearity limit would
be 333 mAU/cm.

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Flow Cell Path Length

Lambert-Beer’s law shows a linear relationship between the flow cell path
length and absorbance.

where
T is the transmission, defined as the quotient of the intensity of the
transmitted light I divided by the intensity of the incident light, I0,

ε is the extinction coefficient, which is a characteristic of a given substance

under a precisely-defined set of conditions of wavelength, solvent,
temperature and other parameters,
C [mol/L] is the concentration of the absorbing species, and
d [m] is the path length of the cell used for the measurement.
The detector can now output the signal in two forms:
1 In Absorbance divide by the path length AU/cm, that is then similar to [ε x
C]. Advantage: samples with same concentration have same peak height
also at cells with different path lengths.
The upper limit of concentration: the linearity limit of the detector is then
seen at about 2 AU/path length, so for the 6 cm Max-Light Cartridge Cell the
linearity limit is 333 mAU/cm].
2 In AU that is equal to ε x C x d like normal done in the past: now for
recalculation to your concentration C the path length must be considered.
Therefore, flow cells with longer path lengths yield higher signals. Although
noise usually increases little with increasing path length, there is a gain in
signal-to-noise ratio.
When increasing the path length, the cell volume could increase. Depending on
the peak volume, this could cause more peak dispersion.

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As a rule-of-thumb the flow cell volume should be about 1/3 of the peak
volume at half height. To determine the volume of your peaks, take the peak
width as reported in the integration results multiply it by the flow rate and
divide it by 3).

This may result in problems when the used peak width is set to large and all peaks are
NOTE filtered accordingly.

Traditionally LC analysis with UV detectors is based on comparing

measurements with internal or external standards. To check photometric
accuracy of the Agilent detector it is necessary to have more precise
information on path lengths of the detector flow cells.

Part Number Path Length Cell Volume (σ)

G4212-60008/G5615-60018 1.0 cm 1.0 µL

G4212-60007/G5615-60017 6.0 cm 4.0 µL

Peak width (response time)

Response time describes how fast the detector signal follows a sudden change
of absorbance in the flow cell. The detector uses digital filters to adapt
response time to the width of the peaks in your chromatogram. These filters
do not affect peak area nor peak symmetry. When set correctly, such filters
reduce baseline noise significantly (Figure 21 on page 78), but reduce peak
height only slightly. In addition, these filters reduce the data rate to allow
optimum integration and display of your peaks and to minimize disk space
required to store chromatograms and spectra.

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Table 11 on page 79 and Table 12 on page 80 list the filter choices of the
detector. To get optimum results, set peak width as close as possible to a
narrow peak of interest in your chromatogram. Response time will then be
approximately 1/3 of the peak width, resulting in less than 5 % peak-height
reduction and less than 5 % additional peak dispersion. Decreasing the peak
width setting in the detector will result in less than 5 % gain in peak height but
baseline noise will increase by a factor of 1.4 for a factor of 2 response-time
reduction. Increasing the peak width (response time) by a factor of two from
the recommended setting (over-filtering) will reduce peak height by about 20 %
and reduce baseline noise by a factor of 1.4. This gives you the best possible
signal-to-noise ratio, but may affect peak resolution.

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Table 11 Peak Width — Response Time — Data Rate (G7117B)

Peak width at half Response Signal data Scan data rate Scan data rate Scan data rate Scan data rate
height [min]1 [s] rate [Hz] [HZ] [HZ] [HZ] [HZ]
≤126 pts/scan ≤251 pts/scan ≤501 pts/scan >501 pts/scan

< 0.00078125 0.0078125 240 240 80 40 20

> 0.00078125 0.015625 240 240 80 40 20

> 0.0015625 0.03125 160 160 80 40 20

> 0.003125 0.0625 80 80 80 40 20

> 0.00625 0.125 40 40 40 40 20

> 0.0125 0.25 20 20 20 20 20

> 0.025 0.5 10 10 10 10 10

> 0.05 1 5 5 5 5 5

> 0.1 2 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

> 0.2 4 1.25 1.25 1.25 1.25 1.25

> 0.4 8 0.625 0.625 0.625 0.625 0.625

> 0.85 16 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125

1 Values in the User Interface may be rounded.

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Table 12 Peak Width — Response Time — Data Rate (G7117A/G7117C)

Peak width at Response [s] Scan data Scan data Scan data
half height rate[Hz] ≤251 rate[Hz] ≤501 rate[Hz] > 501
[min]1 pts/scan pts/scan pts/scan

< 0.0015625 0.015625 120 120 40 20

> 0.0015625 0.03125 120 120 40 20

> 0.003125 0.0625 80 80 40 20

> 0.00625 0.125 40 40 40 20

> 0.0125 0.25 20 20 20 20

> 0.025 0.5 10 10 10 10

> 0.05 1 5 5 5 5

> 0.1 2 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

> 0.2 4 1.25 1.25 1.25 1.25

> 0.4 8 0.625 0.625 0.625 0.625

> 0.85 16 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125

1
Values in the User Interface may be rounded.

The maximum spectra scan rate depends on the data points per scan, see Table 11 on
NOTE page 79 and Table 12 on page 80. Running at 160 Hz, the spectra scan data rate is reduced
automatically if the spectra scan data rate is more than 251 points/scan.

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Sample and Reference Wavelength and Bandwidth

The detector measures absorbance simultaneously at wavelengths from 190 to
640 nm. A UV-lamp provides good sensitivity over the whole wavelength range.
If you know little about the analytes in your sample, store all spectra over the
full wavelength range. This provides full information but fills up your disk
space rather quickly. Spectra can be used to check a peak’s purity and
identity. Spectral information is also useful to optimize wavelength settings
for your chromatographic signal.
The detector can compute and store at run time up to 8 signals with these
properties:
• sample wavelength, the center of a wavelength band with the width of
sample bandwidth (BW), and optionally
• reference wavelength, the center of a wavelength band with the width of
reference bandwidth.
The signals comprises a series of data points over time, with the average
absorbance in the sample wavelength band minus the average absorbance of
the reference wavelength band.
Signal A in the detector default method is set to sample 254.0/4, reference
360.0/100, that is, the average absorbance from 252 – 256 nm minus the
average absorbance from 310 – 410 nm. As all analytes show higher
absorbance at 252 – 256 nm than at 310 – 410 nm, this signal will show you
virtually every compound which can be detected by UV absorbance.
Many compounds show absorbance bands in the spectrum. Figure 22 on
page 82 shows the spectrum of anisic acid as an example. To optimize for
lowest possible detectable concentrations of anisic acid, set the sample
wavelength to the peak of the absorbance band (that is, 252 nm) and the
sample bandwidth to the width of the absorbance band (that is, 30 nm). A
reference of 360,100 is adequate. Anisic acid does not absorb in this range.
If you work with high concentrations, you may get better linearity above
1.5 AU by setting the sample wavelength to a valley in the spectrum, like
225 nm for anisic acid.

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Because the detector averages absorbance values that are calculated for each
wavelength, using a wide bandwidth does not negatively impact linearity.
The use of a reference wavelength is highly recommended to further reduce
baseline drift and wander induced by room temperature fluctuations or
refractive index changes during a gradient.
An example of the reduction of baseline drifts is shown in Figure 24 on
page 83 for PTH-amino acids. Without a reference wavelength, the
chromatogram drifts downwards due to refractive index changes induced by
the gradient. This is almost completely eliminated by using a reference
wavelength. With this technique, PTH-amino acids can be quantified in the low
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Slit Width (G7117B)

The 1290 Infinity DAD (G7117B) has a variable slit at the entrance of the
spectrograph. This is an effective tool to adapt the detector to changing
demand of different analytical problems.
A narrow slit provides spectral resolution for analytes with very fine
structures in the absorbance spectrum. An example of such a spectrum is
benzene. The five main absorbance bands (fingers) are only 2.5 nm wide and
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A wide slit uses more of the light shining through the flow cell. This gives
lower baseline noise as shown in Figure 26 on page 85.

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However, with a wider slit, the spectrograph’s optical resolution (its ability to
distinguish between different wavelengths) diminishes. Any photodiode
receives light within a range of wavelength determined by the slit width. This
explains why the fine spectral structure of benzene disappears when using a
8 nm wide slit.
Furthermore, the absorbance is no longer strictly linear with concentration
for wavelengths at a steep slope of a compound’s spectrum.
Substances with fine structures and steep slopes like benzene are very rare.
In most cases the width of absorbance bands in the spectrum is more like
30 nm as with anisic acid ( Figure 22 on page 82).
In most situations, a slit width of 4 nm will give the best results.
Use a narrow slit (1 or 2 nm) if you want to identify compounds with fine
spectral structures or if you need to quantify at high concentrations
(> 1000 mAU) with a wavelength at the slope of the spectrum. Signals with a
wide bandwidth can be used to reduce baseline noise. Because (digital)
bandwidth is computed as average of absorbance, there is no impact on
linearity.
Use a wide (8 nm) slit when your sample contains very small concentrations.
Always use signals with bandwidth at least as wide as the slit width.

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Optimizing Spectral Acquisition

Storage of all spectra consumes a lot of disk space. It is very useful to have all
spectra available during optimization of a method or when analyzing unique
samples. However when running many samples of the same type, the large size
of data files with all spectra may become a burden. The detector provides
functions to reduce the amount of data, yet retaining the relevant spectral
information.

Range
Only the wavelength range where the compounds in your sample absorb
contains information that is useful for purity checks and library searches.
Reducing the spectrum storage range saves disk space.

Step
Most substances have broad absorbance bands. Display of spectra, peak purity
and library search works best if a spectrum contains 5 to 10 data points per
width of the absorbance bands. For anisic acid (the example used before) a
step of 4 nm would be sufficient. However a step of 2 nm gives a more optimal
display of the spectrum.

Threshold
Sets the peak detector. Only spectra from peaks higher than threshold will be
stored when a peak-controlled storage mode is selected.

Margin for Negative Absorbance

The detector adjusts its gain during balance such that the baseline may drift
slightly negative (about -100 mAU). In some special case, for example, when
gradient with absorbing solvents are used, the baseline may drift to more
negative values.
Only for such cases, increase the margin for negative absorbance to avoid
overflow of the analog-to-digital converter.

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Quantifying Coeluting Peaks by Peak Suppression

In chromatography, two compounds may often elute together. A conventional
dual-signal detector can only detect and quantify both compounds
independently from each other if their spectra do not overlap. However, in
most cases this is highly unlikely.
With a dual-channel detector based on diode-array technology, quantifying
two compounds is possible even when both compounds absorb over the whole
wavelength range. The procedure is called peak suppression or signal
subtraction. As an example, the analysis of hydrochlorothiazide in the
presence of caffeine is described. If hydrochlorothiazide is analyzed in
biological samples, there is always a risk that caffeine is present which might
interfere chromatographically with hydrochlorothiazide. As the spectra in
Figure 27 on page 87 shows, hydrochlorothiazide is best detected at 222 nm,
where caffeine also shows significant absorbance. It would therefore be
impossible, with a conventional variable wavelength detector, to detect
hydrochlorothiazide quantitatively when caffeine is present.

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With a UV-visible detector based on a diode array and the correct choice of a
reference wavelength setting, quantitative detection is possible. To suppress
caffeine, the reference wavelength must be set to 282 nm. At this wavelength,
caffeine shows exactly the same absorbance as at 222 nm. When the
absorbance values are subtracted from each another, any indication of the
presence of caffeine is eliminated. In the same way, hydrochlorothiazide can
be suppressed if caffeine is to be quantified. In this case the wavelength is set
to 204 nm and the reference wavelength to 260 nm. Figure 28 on page 88
shows the chromatographic results of the peak suppression technique.
The trade-off for this procedure is a loss in sensitivity. The sample signal
decreases by the absorbance at the reference wavelength relative to the signal
wavelength. Sensitivity may be decreased by as much as 10–30 %.

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Ratio Qualifiers for Selective Detection of Compound Classes

Ratio qualifiers can be used where, in a complex sample, only one particular
class needs to be analyzed — a parent drug and its metabolites in a biological
sample, for example. Another example is the selective analysis of derivatives
after pre- or post-column derivatization. Specifying a signal ratio that is
typical for the sample class is one way of selectively plotting only those peaks
that are of interest. The signal output remains at zero so long as the ratio is out
of the user-specified ratio range. When the ratio falls within the range, the
signal output corresponds to the normal absorbance, giving single, clear peaks
on a flat baseline. An example is shown in Figure 29 on page 89 and Figure 30
on page 90.

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Signals at 250 nm

Biphenyl o-Terphenyl

No selectivity

With ratio qualifier

249/224 nm = 3.520%

Time (min)

Figure 30 Selectivity by Ratio Qualifiers

In a four-component mixture, only biphenyl was recorded. The other three

peaks were suppressed because they did not meet the ratio-qualifier criterion
and therefore the output was set to zero. The characteristic wavelengths
249 nm (λ1) and 224 nm (λ2) were found from the spectra shown in Figure 29
on page 89. The ratio range was set at 2 – 2.4 (2.2 ±10%). Only when the ratio
between 249 and 224 nm was within this range, is the signal plotted. Of all
four peaks, only the third fulfilled the criterion (Figure 30 on page 90). The
others were not plotted.

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Delay Volume and Extra-Column Volume

The delay volume is defined as the system volume between the point of mixing
in the pump and the top of the column.
The extra-column volume is defined as the volume between the injection point
and the detection point, excluding the volume in the column.

Extra-Column Volume
Extra-column volume is a source of peak dispersion that will reduce the
resolution of the separation and so should be minimized. Smaller diameter
columns require proportionally smaller extra-column volumes to keep peak
dispersion at a minimum.
In a liquid chromatograph the extra-column volume will depend on the
connection tubing between the autosampler, column and detector; and on the
volume of the flow cell in the detector. The extra-column volume is minimized
with the Agilent InfinityLab LC Series system due to the narrow-bore
(0.12 mm i.d.) tubing, the low-volume heat exchangers in the column
compartment and the flow cell in the detector.

How to Configure the Optimum Delay Volume

To maintain resolution in the Agilent 1290 Infinity II DAD/Agilent 1290
Infinity DAD FS the 10 mm Max-Light cartridge cell has a low dispersion
volume (σ volume 1.0 μL) and no further volume optimization is required. In
situations where the alternative 60 mm Max-Light high sensitivity cell is used
to get higher sensitivity the cell volume is optimized for the use with 3 mm and
4.6 mm inner diameter columns.

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How to Achieve Higher Sensitivity

The detector has a number of parameters that are used to optimize
performance. The following sections describe how the detector parameters
affect performance characteristics:
• Flow cell affects sensitivity,
• Wavelength and bandwidth affect sensitivity, selectivity and linearity,
• Slit width affects sensitivity, spectral resolution and linearity,
• Peak width affects sensitivity and resolution.

Flow Cell
The Max-Light cartridge flow cell has a standard 10 mm path length and is
optimized for minimal volume and dispersion (σ volume 1.0 μL). It has high
light transmission minimizing noise to reduce noise due to the optofluidic
waveguide. It is suitable for use with a wide range of analytical columns from
short narrow-bore columns to long standard diameter (4.6 mm) columns.
Generally the peak dispersion volume (calculated from peak width x flow rate)
should be greater than about 2 μL for this cell (for example 0.02 min x
200 μL/min = 4 μL).
The Max-Light high sensitivity cell has a path length of 60 mm and this will
give between three and five times increase in signal-to-noise values depending
on the application conditions. The dispersion volume is fractionally increased
compared to the standard cell.

Wavelength and Bandwidth

The detector measures absorbance simultaneously at wavelengths from
190 nm to 640 nm using diode-array detection. A UV-lamp provides good
sensitivity over the whole wavelength range. The diode-array detector (DAD)
can simultaneously compute and send to the data system up to eight
chromatographic signals and the full-range spectra at every time point.
A UV chromatogram or signal is a plot of absorbance data versus time and is
defined by its wavelength and bandwidth.
• The wavelength indicates the center of the detection band.
• The bandwidth defines the wavelength range over which the absorbance
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For example, a signal at wavelength 250 nm with a bandwidth of 16 nm will be

an average of the absorbance data from 242 nm to 258 nm. Additionally, a
reference wavelength and reference bandwidth can be defined for each signal.
The average absorbance from the reference bandwidth centered on the
reference wavelength will be subtracted from its equivalent value at the signal
wavelength to produce the output chromatogram.
The signal wavelength and bandwidth can be chosen so that they are
optimized for:
• Broad band universal detection
• Narrow band selective detection
• Sensitivity for a specific analyte.
Broad band or universal detection works by having a wide bandwidth to
detect any species with absorbance in that range. For example, to detect all
absorbing molecules between 200 nm and 300 nm set a signal at 250 nm with a
bandwidth of 100 nm. The disadvantage is that sensitivity will not be optimal
for any one of those molecules. Narrow band or selective detection is used
most often. The UV spectrum for a particular molecule is examined and an
appropriate absorbance maximum is selected. If possible, the range where
solvents absorb strongly should be avoided (below 220 nm for methanol, below
210 nm for acetonitrile). For example, in Figure 31 on page 94, anisic acid has
a suitable absorbance maximum at 252 nm. A narrow bandwidth of 4 nm to
12 nm generally gives good sensitivity and is specific for absorbance in a
narrow range.
The narrow band can be optimized for sensitivity for a specific molecule. As
the bandwidth is increased the signal is reduced but so is the noise and there
will be an optimum for best S/N. As an approximate guide, this optimum is
often close to the natural bandwidth at half-height of the absorption band in
the UV spectrum. In the anisic acid example this is 30 nm.
The analytical wavelength is usually set at a wavelength maximum to increase
sensitivity to that molecule. The detector is linear up to 2 AU and beyond for
many applications. This offers a wide linear range for concentration. For high
concentration analysis the concentration linear range can be extended by
setting the wavelength to one with a lower absorbance such as a wavelength
minimum or by taking a wider bandwidth which usually includes lower
absorbance values. The use of wavelength maxima and minima for
quantitation dates back to conventional UV detectors which because of
mechanical tolerances in moving gratings needed to avoid steeply sloping
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but for reasons of convention maxima and minima are chosen in preference to
other parts of the spectrum.
The reference bandwidth is normally set on a region of the UV spectrum in
which the analyte has no absorbance. This is shown in the spectrum for anisic
acid in Figure 31 on page 94. This spectrum is typical of many small molecules
containing a UV chromophore. For best results the reference has been set so
that it is a wide band as close to the signal wavelength as possible but on a
zero absorbance region. Reference bandwidths of 60 nm to 100 nm are
commonly used. The default reference is 360 nm with a bandwidth of 100 nm.
A wide bandwidth is used because this reduces the noise in the reference
signal (from statistical theory, the error, i.e. noise in this case, is reduced by
the square root of the number of determinations). It is important that the
reference bandwidth does not extend to a part of the spectrum that has some
absorbance as this would then reduce the resulting signal and sensitivity
would be reduced. The use of a reference wavelength can help to reduce drift
or wander in the chromatogram caused by refractive index changes due to
room temperature fluctuation or gradient operation. The effect of a reference
signal can be easily tested by setting two otherwise identical signals, one with
and one without a reference signal. If there is no part of the spectrum with
zero absorbance then it will be better to have the reference signal turned off.

Figure 31 Spectrum of Anisic Acid

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Peak Width, Response Time and Data Collection Rate

The peak width setting, response time and data rate in the detector are all
linked. The available settings are shown in Table 13 on page 96 and in Table 14
on page 97. It is important to set this correctly for optimum sensitivity and to
preserve the resolution achieved in the separation.
The detector internally acquires data points faster than is needed for a
chromatogram and processes them to produce the signal seen by the data
system. Part of the processing reduces the data to an appropriate data rate
which allows the chromatographic peaks to be accurately drawn. As with most
analytical determinations groups of readings are effectively averaged to
reduce error in the result. The detector bunches raw data points and produces
the output signal data at the required data collection rate by an electronic
filtering process. If the resulting data rate is too slow (over filtering) the peak
heights will be reduced and the resolution between them reduced; too fast and
the data is noisier than it need be to accurately profile narrow peaks.
The peak width setting in the detector allows the user to correctly set these
parameters without needing any knowledge other than sight of the
chromatogram integration results to see how wide the peaks are. The peak
width setting should be set for the narrowest peak width observed in the
chromatogram. If it is set too wide it will make the peaks appear lower in
height and wider (and potentially less resolved) and if it is set too narrow it
will increase the baseline noise unnecessarily. Essentially the software uses
this value to set the data collection rate such that it collects enough data
points over the narrowest peaks and it is aiming for 15 to 25 points across a
peak. The 1290 Infinity DAD can collect at a maximum up to 240 Hz if required
which would allow enough data points to be collected over a peak that is only
0.1 s wide. The response time setting is another way of indicating how this
filtering is set. It is measured in seconds and is about one-third of the peak
width value (which is measured in minutes). It effectively shows how quickly
the plotted signal responds to a step change in the input signal.

The full spectra is not available under all conditions.

NOTE
Based on the data points, the scan data rate is reduced, see Table 13 on page 96 and
Table 14 on page 97.

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Table 13 Peak Width — Response Time — Data Rate (G7117B)

Peak width at half Response Signal data Scan data rate Scan data rate Scan data rate Scan data rate
height [min]1 [s] rate [Hz] [HZ] [HZ] [HZ] [HZ]
≤126 pts/scan ≤251 pts/scan ≤501 pts/scan >501 pts/scan

< 0.00078125 0.0078125 240 240 80 40 20

> 0.00078125 0.015625 240 240 80 40 20

> 0.0015625 0.03125 160 160 80 40 20

> 0.003125 0.0625 80 80 80 40 20

> 0.00625 0.125 40 40 40 40 20

> 0.0125 0.25 20 20 20 20 20

> 0.025 0.5 10 10 10 10 10

> 0.05 1 5 5 5 5 5

> 0.1 2 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

> 0.2 4 1.25 1.25 1.25 1.25 1.25

> 0.4 8 0.625 0.625 0.625 0.625 0.625

> 0.85 16 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125

1 Values in the User Interface may be rounded.

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Table 14 Peak Width — Response Time — Data Rate (G7117A/G7117C)

Peak width at Response [s] Scan data Scan data Scan data
half height rate[Hz] ≤251 rate[Hz] ≤501 rate[Hz] > 501
[min]1 pts/scan pts/scan pts/scan

< 0.0015625 0.015625 120 120 40 20

> 0.0015625 0.03125 120 120 40 20

> 0.003125 0.0625 80 80 40 20

> 0.00625 0.125 40 40 40 20

> 0.0125 0.25 20 20 20 20

> 0.025 0.5 10 10 10 10

> 0.05 1 5 5 5 5

> 0.1 2 2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5

> 0.2 4 1.25 1.25 1.25 1.25

> 0.4 8 0.625 0.625 0.625 0.625

> 0.85 16 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125 0.3125

1
Values in the User Interface may be rounded.

The maximum spectra scan rate depends on the data points per scan, see Table 13 on
NOTE page 96 and Table 14 on page 97. Running at 240, the spectra scan data rate is reduced
automatically if the spectra scan data rate is more than 251 points/scan.

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Warm up of the Detector

Give the optical unit enough time to warm-up and stabilize (> 60 minutes). The
detector is temperature controlled. After turn-on of the detector, it goes
through a cycle of different states:
• 0 to 0.5 minutes the heater control is OFF and the heater element runs at
0 % duty cycle.
• 0.5 to 1 minutes the heater control is OFF and the heater element runs at
66% duty cycle. This first minute is used as self-test of the heater
functionality.
• 1 to 30 minutes the heater control is OFF and the heater element runs at
40% duty cycle.
• After 30 minutes the heater control is ON and is working with optimized
parameters to get the optical unit into the optimal temperature window
stabilized.
This cycle starts
• when the detector is turned off/on
• when the lamp is turned off/on
to ensure that the temperature control operates in a defined control range.

The times to stabilize the baseline may vary from instrument to instrument and depends
NOTE on the environment. The example below was done under stable environmental conditions.

The figures below show the first two hours of a detector warm-up phase. The
lamp was turned on immediately after turn on of the detector.

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Figure 32 Detector Warm-up – 1st hour

Figure 33 Detector Warm-up – 2nd hour

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Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
Available Tests vs User Interfaces 102
Agilent Lab Advisor Software 103

Overview about the troubleshooting and diagnostic features.

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Available Tests vs User Interfaces

Available Tests vs User Interfaces

Depending on the used interface, the available tests and the screens/reports may vary.
NOTE
Preferred tool should be the Agilent Lab Advisor, see “Agilent Lab Advisor Software” on
page 103.
Agilent Lab Advisor B.02.08 or later is required.
The Instant Pilot (G4208A) supports the G7117A/B with B.02.19 and the G7117C with
B.02.20 or later.

• Preferred tool should be the Agilent Lab Advisor software, see “Agilent Lab
Advisor Software” on page 103.
• Screenshots used within these procedures are based on the Agilent Lab
Advisor software.

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Agilent Lab Advisor Software

The Agilent Lab Advisor Software is a standalone product that can be used
with or without a chromatographic data system. Agilent Lab Advisor helps to
manage the lab for high-quality chromatographic results by providing a
detailed system overview of all connected analytical instruments with
instrument status, Early Maintenance Feedback counters (EMF), instrument
configuration information, and diagnostic tests. By the push of a button, a
detailed diagnostic report can be generated. Upon request, the user can send
this report to Agilent for a significantly improved troubleshooting and repair
process.
The Agilent Lab Advisor software is available in two versions:
• Lab Advisor Basic
• Lab Advisor Advanced
Lab Advisor Basic is included with every Agilent 1200 Infinity Series and
Agilent InfinityLab LC Series instruments.
The Lab Advisor Advanced features can be unlocked by purchasing a license
key, and include real-time monitoring of instrument actuals, all various
instrument signals, and state machines. In addition, all diagnostic test results,
calibration results, and acquired signal data can be uploaded to a shared
network folder. The Review Client included in Lab Advisor Advanced allows to
load and examine the uploaded data no matter on which instrument it was
generated. This makes Data Sharing an ideal tool for internal support groups
and users who want to track the instrument history of their analytical
systems.
The optional Agilent Maintenance Wizard Add-on provides an easy-to-use,
step-by-step multimedia guide for performing preventive maintenance on
Agilent 1200 Infinity and Agilent InfinityLab LC Series instruments.
The tests and diagnostic features that are provided by the Agilent Lab Advisor
software may differ from the descriptions in this manual. For details, refer to
the Agilent Lab Advisor software help files.

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Error Information
What Are Error Messages 106
General Error Messages 107
Timeout 107
Shutdown 107
Remote Timeout 108
Lost CAN Partner 109
Leak Sensor Short 109
Leak Sensor Open 110
Compensation Sensor Open 110
Compensation Sensor Short 111
Fan Failed 111
Leak 112
Open Cover 112
Cover Violation 113
ERI Messages 113
Detector Error Messages 114
Diode Current Leakage 114
UV Lamp Current 115
UV Lamp Voltage 115
UV Ignition Failed 116
UV Heater Current 117
Calibration Values Invalid 117
Wavelength Recalibration Lost 118
Illegal Temperature Value from Sensor on Main Board 118
Illegal Temperature Value from Sensor at Air Inlet 119
Heater at fan assembly failed 119
Heater Power At Limit 120

This chapter describes the meaning of error messages, and provides

information on probable causes and suggested actions how to recover from
error conditions.

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What Are Error Messages

Error messages are displayed in the user interface when an electronic,

mechanical, or hydraulic (flow path) failure occurs which requires attention
before the analysis can be continued (for example, repair, or exchange of
consumables is necessary). In the event of such a failure, the red status
indicator at the front of the module is switched on, and an entry is written
into the module logbook.
If an error occurs outside a method run, other modules will not be informed
about this error. If it occurs within a method run, all connected modules will
get a notification, all LEDs get red and the run will be stopped. Depending on
the module type, this stop is implemented differently. For example, for a pump
the flow will be stopped for safety reasons. For a detector, the lamp will stay
on in order to avoid equilibration time. Depending on the error type, the next
run can only be started, if the error has been resolved, for example liquid from
a leak has been dried. Errors for presumably single time events can be
recovered by switching on the system in the user interface.
Special handling is done in case of a leak. As a leak is a potential safety issue
and may have occurred at a different module from where it has been observed,
a leak always causes a shutdown of all modules, even outside a method run.
In all cases, error propagation is done via the CAN bus or via an APG/ERI
remote cable (see documentation for the APG/ERI interface).

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General Error Messages

General error messages are generic to all Agilent series HPLC modules and
may show up on other modules as well.

Timeout
Error ID: 0062
The timeout threshold was exceeded.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 The analysis was completed successfully, Check the logbook for the occurrence and
and the timeout function switched off the source of a not-ready condition. Restart the
module as requested. analysis where required.

2 A not-ready condition was present during a Check the logbook for the occurrence and
sequence or multiple-injection run for a source of a not-ready condition. Restart the
period longer than the timeout threshold. analysis where required.

Shutdown
Error ID: 0063
An external instrument has generated a shutdown signal on the remote line.
The module continually monitors the remote input connectors for status
signals. A LOW signal input on pin 4 of the remote connector generates the
error message.

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Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Leak detected in another module with a Fix the leak in the external instrument before
CAN connection to the system. restarting the module.

2 Leak detected in an external instrument Fix the leak in the external instrument before
with a remote connection to the system. restarting the module.

3 Shut-down in an external instrument with a Check external instruments for a shut-down

remote connection to the system. condition.

4 The degasser failed to generate sufficient Check the vacuum degasser for an error
vacuum for solvent degassing. condition. Refer to the Service Manual for the
degasser or the pump that has the degasser
built-in.

Remote Timeout
Error ID: 0070
A not-ready condition is still present on the remote input. When an analysis is
started, the system expects all not-ready conditions (for example, a not-ready
condition during detector balance) to switch to run conditions within one
minute of starting the analysis. If a not-ready condition is still present on the
remote line after one minute the error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Not-ready condition in one of the Ensure the instrument showing the not-ready
instruments connected to the remote line. condition is installed correctly, and is set up
correctly for analysis.

2 Defective remote cable. Exchange the remote cable.

3 Defective components in the instrument Check the instrument for defects (refer to the
showing the not-ready condition. instrument’s documentation).

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Lost CAN Partner

Error ID: 0071
During an analysis, the internal synchronization or communication between
one or more of the modules in the system has failed.
The system processors continually monitor the system configuration. If one or
more of the modules is no longer recognized as being connected to the system,
the error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 CAN cable disconnected. • Ensure all the CAN cables are connected
correctly.
• Ensure all CAN cables are installed
correctly.

2 Defective CAN cable. Exchange the CAN cable.

3 Defective main board in another module. Switch off the system. Restart the system, and
determine which module or modules are not
recognized by the system.

Leak Sensor Short

Error ID: 0082
The leak sensor in the module has failed (short circuit).
The current through the leak sensor is dependent on temperature. A leak is
detected when solvent cools the leak sensor, causing the leak sensor current to
change within defined limits. If the current increases above the upper limit,
the error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Defective leak sensor. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

2 Leak sensor incorrectly routed, being Please contact your Agilent service
pinched by a metal component. representative.

3 Power switch assembly defective Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Leak Sensor Open

Error ID: 0083
The leak sensor in the module has failed (open circuit).
The current through the leak sensor is dependent on temperature. A leak is
detected when solvent cools the leak sensor, causing the leak-sensor current to
change within defined limits. If the current falls outside the lower limit, the
error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Leak sensor not connected to the Power Please contact your Agilent service
Switch board. representative.

2 Defective leak sensor. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

3 Leak sensor incorrectly routed, being Please contact your Agilent service
pinched by a metal component. representative.

4 Power switch assembly defective Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

Compensation Sensor Open

Error ID: 0081
The ambient-compensation sensor (NTC) on the power switch board in the
module has failed (open circuit).
The resistance across the temperature compensation sensor (NTC) on the
power switch board is dependent on ambient temperature. The change in
resistance is used by the leak circuit to compensate for ambient temperature
changes. If the resistance across the sensor increases above the upper limit,
the error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Loose connection between the power Please contact your Agilent service
switch board and the main board representative.

2 Defective power switch assembly Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Compensation Sensor Short

Error ID: 0080
The ambient-compensation sensor (NTC) on the power switch board in the
module has failed (open circuit).
The resistance across the temperature compensation sensor (NTC) on the
power switch board is dependent on ambient temperature. The change in
resistance is used by the leak circuit to compensate for ambient temperature
changes. If the resistance across the sensor falls below the lower limit, the
error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Defective power switch assembly Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

2 Loose connection between the power Please contact your Agilent service
switch board and the main board representative.

Fan Failed
Error ID: 0068
The cooling fan in the module has failed.
The hall sensor on the fan shaft is used by the main board to monitor the fan
speed. If the fan speed falls below a certain limit for a certain length of time,
the error message is generated.
Depending on the module, assemblies (e.g. the lamp in the detector) are
turned off to assure that the module does not overheat inside.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Fan cable disconnected. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

2 Defective fan. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

3 Defective main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Leak
Error ID: 0064
A leak was detected in the module.
The signals from the two temperature sensors (leak sensor and
board-mounted temperature-compensation sensor) are used by the leak
algorithm to determine whether a leak is present. When a leak occurs, the leak
sensor is cooled by the solvent. This changes the resistance of the leak sensor
which is sensed by the leak-sensor circuit on the main board.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Loose fittings. Ensure all fittings are tight.

2 Broken capillary. Exchange defective capillaries.

Open Cover
Error ID: 0205
The top foam has been removed.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Foam not activating the sensor. Please contact your Agilent service
representative.

2 Defective sensor or main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Cover Violation
Error ID: 7461
The top foam has been removed.
The sensor on the main board detects when the top foam is in place. If the
foam is removed while the lamps are on (or if an attempt is made to switch on
for example the lamps with the foam removed), the lamps are switched off,
and the error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 The top foam was removed during Please contact your Agilent service
operation. representative.

2 Foam not activating the sensor. Please contact your Agilent service
representative.

ERI Messages
Error ID: 11120 (+5 V) , 11121 (+25 V)
The ERI (Enhanced Remote Interface) provides two error events related to
over current situations on the +5 V and +24 V lines.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 The load on the ERI is too high. Reduce the load.

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Detector Error Messages

Detector Error Messages

These errors are detector specific.

Diode Current Leakage

Error ID: 1041
When the detector is switched on, the processor checks the leakage current of
each of the optical diodes. If the leakage current exceeds the upper limit, the
error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Defective PDA/optical unit. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

2 Defective connector or cable. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Detector Error Messages

UV Lamp Current
Error ID: 7450
The UV lamp current is missing.
The processor continually monitors the anode current drawn by the lamp
during operation. If the anode current falls below the lower current limit, the
error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Lamp disconnected. Ensure the UV lamp connector is seated firmly.

2 Defective UV lamp or non-Agilent lamp. Exchange the UV lamp.

3 Defective detector main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

4 Defective power supply. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

UV Lamp Voltage
Error ID: 7451
The UV lamp anode voltage is missing.
The processor continually monitors the anode voltage across the lamp during
operation. If the anode voltage falls below the lower limit, the error message is
generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Defective UV lamp or non-Agilent lamp. Exchange the UV lamp.

2 Defective detector main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

3 Defective power supply. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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UV Ignition Failed
Error ID: 7452
The UV lamp failed to ignite.
The processor monitors the UV lamp current during the ignition cycle. If the
lamp current does not rise above the lower limit within 2 – 5 seconds, the
error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Lamp too hot. Hot gas discharge lamps may Switch off the lamp and allow it to cool down
not ignite as easily as cold lamps. for at least 15 minutes.

2 Lamp disconnected. Ensure the lamp is connected.

3 Defective UV lamp or non-Agilent lamp. Exchange the UV lamp.

4 Defective detector main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

5 Defective power supply. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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UV Heater Current
Error ID: 7453
The UV lamp heater current is missing.
During UV lamp ignition, the processor monitors the heater current. If the
current does not rise above the lower limit within one second, the error
message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Lamp disconnected. Ensure the UV lamp is connected.

2 Ignition started without the top foam in Please contact your Agilent service
place. representative.

3 Defective UV lamp or non-Agilent lamp. Exchange the UV lamp.

4 Defective detector main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

5 Defective power supply. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

Calibration Values Invalid

Error ID: 1036
The calibration values read from the spectrometer ROM are invalid.
After recalibration, the calibration values are stored in ROM. The processor
periodically checks if the calibration data are valid. If the data are invalid or
cannot be read from the spectrometer ROM, the error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Defective connector or cable. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

2 Defective PDA/optical unit. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Wavelength Recalibration Lost

Error ID: 1037
The calibration information needed for your detector to operate correctly has
been lost.
During calibration of the detector the calibration values are stored in ROM. If
no data is available in the spectrometer ROM, the error message is generated.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 The detector is new. Recalibrate the detector.

2 The detector has been repaired. Please contact your Agilent service
representative.

Illegal Temperature Value from Sensor on Main Board

Error ID: 1071
This temperature sensor (located on the detector main board) delivered a
value outside the allowed range. The parameter of this event equals the
measured temperature in 1/100 centigrade. As a result the temperature
control is switched off.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Defective sensor or main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

2 Detector is exposed to illegal ambient Verify that the ambient conditions are within
conditions. the allowed range.

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Illegal Temperature Value from Sensor at Air Inlet

Error ID: 1072
This temperature sensor delivered a value outside the allowed range. The
parameter of this event equals the measured temperature in 1/100 centigrade.
As a result the temperature control is switched off.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 The temperature sensor is defect. • Replace the cable to the main board.
• Please contact your Agilent service
representative.

2 Detector is exposed to illegal ambient Verify that the ambient conditions are within
conditions. the allowed range.

Heater at fan assembly failed

Error ID: 1073
Every time the deuterium lamp or the tungsten lamp (DAD only) is switched
on or off a heater self-test is performed. If the test fails an error event is
created. As a result the temperature control is switched off.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Defective connector or cable. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

2 Defective heater. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Heater Power At Limit

Error ID: 1074
The available power of the heater reached either the upper or lower limit. This
event is sent only once per run. The parameter determines which limit has
been hit:
0 means upper power limit hit (excessive ambient temperature drop).
1 means lower power limit hit (excessive ambient temperature increase).

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Excessive ambient temperature change. Wait until temperature control equilibrates.

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Test Functions and Calibration
Introduction 122
Use of Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell 127
Conditions of Detector 128
Failing a Test 128
Self-Test 129
Intensity Test 131
Test Failed 133
Cell Test 134
Test Failed (low ratio value) 136
Quick Noise Test 137
Test Failed 139
ASTM Drift and Noise Test 140
Test Failed 142
Slit Test 143
Slit Test (G7117B) 143
Test Failed 145
Slit Test (G7117A/G7117C) 145
Wavelength Verification Test 146
Wavelength Calibration 148
Wavelength Recalibration Fails 150
D/A Converter (DAC) Test 151
Test Evaluation 153
Dark Current Test 154
Test Failed 155
Other Lab Advisor Functions 156
EMFs - Early Maintenance Feature 156

This chapter describes the tests for the module.

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Introduction

Introduction

All tests are described based on the Agilent Lab Advisor Software B.02.08.
Other user interfaces may not provide any test or just a few.
For details on the use of the interface refer to the interface documentation.
The Lab Advisor shows the available test under Service & Diagnostics.

Table 15 Interfaces and available test functions

Interface Comment Available Function

Agilent Lab Advisor Available functions depend on

For functions, refer to Product Level (Basic –
Function Overview Lab Advanced – FSE)
Advisor
• G7117A(Table 16 on
page 123)

Agilent ChemStation No tests available • Temperature main board

Adding of temperature/lamp • Temperature optical unit
signals to chromatographic • Lamp anode voltage
signals possible

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Table 16 Function Overview Lab Advisor Basic/Advanced (G7117A/G7117B/G7117C)

Functions Product Level

Tests

- ASTM Drift and Noise Test Basic Advanced

- Cell Test Basic Advanced

- D/A Converter Test Basic Advanced

- Dark Current Test Basic Advanced

- Intensity Test Basic Advanced

- Quick Noise Test Basic Advanced

- Self Test Basic Advanced

- Slit Test (G7117B only) Basic Advanced

- Wavelength Verification Test Basic Advanced

Calibrations

- Wavelength Calibration Basic Advanced

Tools

- Diagnostic Buffers Basic Advanced

- Module Info Basic Advanced

- Test Chromatogram Basic Advanced

- Spectral Scan Basic Advanced

Controls

- Advanced Method Parameters

2 lamp required Advanced

- Analog Output 1 Attenuation Advanced

- Analog Output 1 Offset [% Full Scale] Advanced

- Configuration

- Remote Pulse Duration [s] * Basic Advanced

- Analog Output 1 Range Advanced

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Table 16 Function Overview Lab Advisor Basic/Advanced (G7117A/G7117B/G7117C)

Functions Product Level

- Control

- UV Lamp Basic Advanced

- Balance Detector Advanced

- Conversions

- G7117B allows G7117A, G4212A, G4212B Basic Advanced

- 7117A allows G4212B Basic Advanced

- G7117C allows G4212B Basic Advanced

- Method Parameters

- Set Signal C Advanced

- Set Signal B Advanced

- Set Signal A Advanced

- Set Data Rate [Hz] Advanced

- Module Information

- Identify Module Basic Advanced

- Special Commands

- Lamp tag required Basic Advanced

- Clear Error Basic Advanced

- Cell tag required Basic Advanced

- Detector Reset Basic Advanced

Actuals

- Signal A [mAU] Advanced

Statemachines

- UV Lamp Basic Advanced

Signals

- Signal A [mAU] Advanced

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Table 16 Function Overview Lab Advisor Basic/Advanced (G7117A/G7117B/G7117C)

Functions Product Level

- Lamp Voltage [V] Advanced

- Board Temperature [°C] Advanced

- Optical Temperature [°C] Advanced

EMF Counters

- Accumulated UV Lamp On-Time Basic Advanced

- Number of UV Lamp Ignitions Basic Advanced

- Current UV Lamp On-Time Basic Advanced

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Figure 34 The Lab Advisor shows the available test

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Use of Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

Use of Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

The Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell is recommended to be used for several tests
instead of the Max-Light Cartridge Cell (10 mm, V( σ) = 1 μL) or the Max-Light
Cartridge Cell (60 mm, V( σ) = 4 μL) because it allows running the test(s)
without any influence of the rest of the system (degasser, pump, sampler and
others).
The results of the test cell are comparable with the Max-Light Cartridge Cell
(10 mm, V( σ) = 1 μL) filled with water, e.g. Intensity Profile. Only the
Absorbance value is higher on the Max-Light Cartridge Cell.
If the profile of the Max-Light Cartridge Cell differs in the low UV range, then
absorbing solvents are in the cell and should be flushed out. See also “Clean
the Max-Light Cartridge Cell” on page 170.

When using the Max-Light Cartridge Cell for tests/calibrations, it should be run at
NOTE 0.5 mL/min constant flow with water. This assures that the light path is always flushed.

Below table gives an idea on the signal height variation of the Max-Light
Cartridge Cells compared to Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell.

Table 17 Max-Light Cartridge Cells compared to Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

Part Number Description Signal Height (typical)

G4212-60011 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell 100 %

G4212-60008 Max-Light Cartridge Cell 10 mmV( σ) = 1 µL ~ 100 %

G4212-60007 Max-Light Cartridge Cell 60 mmV( σ) = 4 µL ~ 100 %

G4212-60032 Max-Light Cartridge Cell HDR (3.7 mm, V(σ) 0.4 µL) 100 %

G4212-60017 Max-Light Cartridge Cell ULD (10 mm, V(σ) 0.6 µL) 100 %

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Conditions of Detector

The test usually should be performed with a detector turned on for at least one
hour, so that the temperature regulation of the optical unit is working (not
active during the first 30 minutes after turn on). If the detector is on, tests can
be performed usually 10 minutes after the UV-lamp has been turned on.

Failing a Test

If a test fails with the Max-Light Cartridge Cell repeat the test with the
Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell and compare. If the test fails also, then start
with proposed actions mentioned in the details of the tests.

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Self-Test

Self-Test

The self-test runs a series of individual tests (described on the next pages),
and evaluates the results automatically. The following tests are run:
• Slit Test (G7117B only)
• Dark Current Test
• Intensity Test
• Wavelength Verification Test
• ASTM Noise Test, a simplified version of the ASTM Drift and Noise Test
(without testing the Drift)

When For complete detector check.

Parts required # Description

1 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (filled with water)
OR 1 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

Preparations • Lamp must be on for at least 10 minutes.

• For noise test a longer warm-up time may be required (> 2 hours).
• When using a Max-Light Cartridge Cell a flow rate of 0.5 mL/min with water is required.

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Self-Test

1 Run the Self-Test with Agilent Lab Advisor (for further information see
Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 35 Self-Test – Results

Under the tab Signals you can find the detailed signals from the tests.

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Intensity Test

Intensity Test

The intensity test measures the intensity of the UV-lamp over the full
wavelength range (190 - 640 nm). Four spectral ranges are used to evaluate the
intensity spectrum. The test is used to determine the performance of the lamp
and optics (see also “Cell Test” on page 134). When the test is started, the
1-nm slit is moved into the light path automatically (G7117B only). On the
G7117A/G7117C, the 4 nm fixed slit is used. To eliminate effects due to
absorbing solvents, the test should be done with water in the Max-Light
Cartridge Cell or with the Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell. The shape of the
intensity spectrum is primarily dependent on the lamp, grating, and diode
array characteristics. Therefore, intensity spectra will differ slightly between
instruments.

When In case of UV-lamp problem (drift, noise).

Parts required # Description

1 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (filled with water)
OR 1 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

Preparations Lamp must be on for at least 10 minutes.

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Intensity Test

1 Run the Intensity-Test with Agilent Lab Advisor (for further information see
Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 36 Intensity Test – Results

Figure 37 Intensity Test – Signals

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Intensity Test

Test Failed
Intensity Test Evaluation

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Absorbing solvent or air bubble in flow cell. • Ensure the flow cell is filled with water, and
free from air bubbles.
• Repeat test with Max-Light Cartridge Test
Cell and compare results.

2 Incorrect calibration Recalibrate and repeat the test.

3 Dirty or contaminated flow cell. Run the cell test. If the test fails, flush the flow
cell. See also “Clean the Max-Light Cartridge
Cell” on page 170.

4 Dirty or contaminated optical components. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

5 Old UV-lamp. Exchange the UV-lamp.

6 Defect optical unit. If the test fails with Max-Light Cartridge Test
Cell and new UV-lamp, please contact your
Agilent service representative.

If only one range fails and the application does not require this range, the lamp may not be
NOTE changed.

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Cell Test

Cell Test

The cell test measures the intensity of the UV-lamp over the full wavelength
range (190 - 690 nm), once with the Max-Light Cartridge Cell installed, and
once with the Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell. The resulting intensity ratio is a
measure of the amount of light absorbed by the Max-Light Cartridge flow cell.
The test can be used to check for dirty or contaminated flow cell windows.
When the test is started, the 1-nm slit is moved into the light path
automatically (G7117B only). On the G7117A/G7117C, the 4 nm fixed slit is
used.
This test should be performed initially with a new detector/flow cell. The
values should be kept for later reference/comparison.

When In case of low intensity or noise and drift problem.

Parts required # Description

1 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (filled with water)
1 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

Preparations • Lamp must be on for at least 10 minutes.

• When using a Max-Light Cartridge Cell a flow rate of 0.5 mL/min with water is required.

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Cell Test

1 Run the Cell-Test with Agilent Lab Advisor (for further information see
Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 38 Cell Test – Results

Figure 39 Cell Test – Signals (example shows low intensity for flow cell)

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Cell Test

Test Failed (low ratio value)

Cell Test Evaluation

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Absorbing solvent or air bubble in flow cell. Ensure the flow cell is filled with water, and
free from air bubbles.

2 Dirty or contaminated flow cell. Clean the flow cell as described in “Clean the
Max-Light Cartridge Cell” on page 170.

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Quick Noise Test

Quick Noise Test

The quick noise test measures the noise of the detector, with Max-Light
Cartridge Cell or with Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell installed, in one minute
intervals over a total of 5 minutes.
The noise of the detector is calculated by using the maximum amplitude for all
random variations of the detector signal of frequencies greater than one cycle
per hour. The noise is determined for 5 one minute intervals and is based on
the accumulated peak-to-peak noise for the intervals. At least seven data
points per cycles are used in the calculation. The cycles in the noise
determination are not overlapping.
If the test is performed with the Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell, the test results
are not influenced by solvent or pump effects.

When In case of noise and drift problem.

Parts required # Description

1 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (filled with water)
OR 1 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

Preparations • Detector and UV-lamp must be on for at least 2 hours.

• ASTM measurements based on specifications may require longer stabilization times.
• When using a Max-Light Cartridge Cell a flow rate of 0.5 mL/min with water is required.

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Quick Noise Test

1 Run the Quick Noise Test with Agilent Lab Advisor (for further information
see Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 40 Quick Noise Test – Results

Figure 41 Quick Noise Test – Signal

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Quick Noise Test

Test Failed
Quick Noise Test Evaluation

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Insufficient lamp warm-up time. Allow detector and UV-lamp turned on for at
least 2 hours.

2 Absorbing solvent or air bubble in flow cell. Ensure the flow cell is filled with water, and
free from air bubbles.

3 Dirty or contaminated flow cell. • Flush flow cell.

• Clean the flow cell as described in “Clean
the Max-Light Cartridge Cell” on page 170.

4 Old UV-lamp. Exchange the UV-lamp.

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ASTM Drift and Noise Test

The ASTM noise test determines the detector noise over a period of
20 minutes. The test is done with installed Max-Light Cartridge Cell or
Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell.
This test does also check for the drift. It is also part of the “Self Test” (without
checking for the drift).
If the test is performed with the Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell, the test results
are not influenced by solvent or pump effects.

When In case of noise and drift problem.

Parts required # Description

1 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (filled with water)
OR 1 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

Preparations • Detector and UV-lamp must be on for at least 2 hours.

• ASTM measurements based on specifications may require longer stabilization times.
• When using a Max-Light Cartridge Cell a flow rate of 0.5 mL/min with water is required.

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ASTM Drift and Noise Test

1 Run the ASTM Drift and Noise Test with Agilent Lab Advisor (for further
information see Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 42 ASTM Drift and Noise Test – Results

Figure 43 ASTM Drift and Noise Test – Signal

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ASTM Drift and Noise Test

Test Failed
ASTM Noise Test Evaluation

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Insufficient lamp warm-up time. Allow detector and UV-lamp turned on for at
least 2 hours.

2 Absorbing solvent or air bubble in flow cell. Ensure the flow cell is filled with water, and
free from air bubbles.

3 Dirty or contaminated flow cell. • Flush flow cell.

• Clean the flow cell as described in “Clean
the Max-Light Cartridge Cell” on page 170.

4 Old UV-lamp. Exchange the UV-lamp.

5 Environment not according to Improve environment.

specifications.

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Slit Test

Slit Test

Slit Test (G7117B)

The slit test verifies correct operation of the micromechanical slit.
During the test, the slit is moved through all slit positions while the detector
monitors the lamp intensity change. When the slit position is changed, the
intensity drop (move to smaller slit) or intensity increase (move to larger slit)
must be within a defined range.
If the intensity changes are outside the expected range, the test fails.

When In case of problems.

Parts required # Description

1 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (filled with water)
OR 1 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell

Preparations • Lamp must be on for at least 10 minutes.

• When using a Max-Light Cartridge Cell a flow rate of 0.5 mL/min with water is required.

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Slit Test

1 Run the Slit Test with the Agilent Lab Advisor (for further information see
Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 44 Slit Test – Results

Figure 45 Slit Test – Signal

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Slit Test

Test Failed
Slit Test Evaluation

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Air bubble in Max-Light Cartridge Cell. Flush the flow cell or use the Max-Light
Cartridge Test Cell.

2 Old lamp. Run the “Intensity Test”. Exchange the lamp if

old or defective.

3 Defective slit assembly. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

4 Defective detector main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

5 Defective optical unit. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

Slit Test (G7117A/G7117C)

There is no dedicated slit test for the G7117A/G7117C. To verify the proper
function perform the following tests:
• Intensity Test (tests the normal position)
• Dark Current Test (tests the dark position)

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Wavelength Verification Test

Wavelength Verification Test

The detector uses the alpha (656.1 nm) and beta (486 nm) emission lines of
the UV-lamp for wavelength calibration. The sharp emission lines enable
accurate calibration. When verification is started, the 1-nm slit is moved into
the light path automatically. The test is run with the Max-Light Cartridge Cell
or with Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell installed.
If the test is performed with the Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell, the test results
are not influenced by solvent or pump effects.

When The detector is calibrated at the factory, and under normal operating conditions should not require
recalibration. However, it is advisable to recalibrate:
• after repair of components in the optical unit,
• after exchange of the optical unit or main board,
• after replacing the Max-Light Cartridge Cell or UV-lamp,
• after significant environmental condition changes (temperature, humidity),
• at a regular interval, at least once per year (for example, prior to an Operational
Qualification/Performance Verification procedure), and
• when chromatographic results indicate the detector may require recalibration.

Parts required # Description

1 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell or
1 Max-Light Cartridge Cell

Preparations • Lamp must be on for at least 10 minutes.

• When using a Max-Light Cartridge Cell a flow rate of 0.5 mL/min with water is required.

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Wavelength Verification Test

1 Run the Wavelength Verification Test with the Agilent Lab Advisor (for further
information see Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 46 Wavelength Verification – Results

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Wavelength Calibration

Wavelength Calibration

The detector uses the alpha (656.1 nm) and beta (486 nm) emission lines of
the deuterium lamp for wavelength calibration. The sharp emission lines
enable more accurate calibration than is possible with holmium oxide. When
recalibration is started, the 1 nm slit is moved into the light path automatically
(G7117B). The gain is set to zero.
On completion of the scan, the alpha- and beta-line deviations (in nm) are
displayed. These values indicate how far the detector calibration deviates from
the actual positions of the alpha and beta emission lines. After calibration, the
deviation is zero.
To eliminate effects due to absorbing solvents, install the Max-Light Cartridge
Test Cell before starting the test.

When The detector is calibrated at the factory, and under normal operating conditions should not require
recalibration. However, it is advisable to recalibrate:
• after maintenance (flow cell or UV-lamp),
• after repair of components in the optical unit,
• after exchange of the optical unit or main board,
• after significant environmental condition changes (temperature, humidity),
• at a regular interval, at least once per year (for example, prior to an Operational
Qualification/Performance Verification procedure), and
• when chromatographic results indicate the detector may require recalibration.

Parts required # Description

1 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell or
1 Max-Light Cartridge Cell

Preparations • Detector/lamp must be on for more than 1 hour.

• When using a Max-Light Cartridge Cell a flow rate of 0.5 mL/min with water is required.

If the detector is operated in a lab environment that differs at average from the final test
NOTE environment (25 °C) then the detector should be recalibrated for this temperature.

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Wavelength Calibration

If the detector was repaired (opened covers), the wavelength calibration can be done
NOTE 10 minutes after lamp on. A final wavelength calibration should be repeated after
complete warm-up of the detector.

1 Run the Wavelength Calibration with the Agilent Lab Advisor (for further
information see Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 47 Wavelength Calibration - Results

If you select No, the test is aborted.

If you select Yes, the re-calibration is performed (the offset is corrected).

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Wavelength Calibration

Wavelength Recalibration Fails

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Absorbing solvent or air bubble in Repeat calibration with Max-Light Cartridge

Max-Light Cartridge Cell. Test Cell and compare results.

2 Dirty or contaminated Max-Light Cartridge • Ensure the Max-Light Cartridge Cell is filled
Cell. with water.
• Recalibrate.

3 Old UV-lamp. Exchange the UV-lamp.

4 Dirty or contaminated optical components. Run the Cell Test. If the test fails, flush the flow
cell. See also “Clean the Max-Light Cartridge
Cell” on page 170.

If the test fails with Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell and new UV-lamp, the optical unit must
NOTE be replaced.

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D/A Converter (DAC) Test

D/A Converter (DAC) Test

The detector provides analog output of chromatographic signals for use with
integrators, chart recorders or data systems. The analog signal is converted
from the digital format by the digital-analog-converter (DAC).
The DAC test is used to verify correct operation of the digital-analog-converter
by applying a digital test signal to the DAC.
The DAC outputs an analog signal of approximately 50 mV (if the zero offset of
the analog output is set to the default value of 5 %) which can be plotted on an
integrator. A continuous square wave with an amplitude of 10 μV and a
frequency of approximately 1 cycle/24 seconds is applied to the signal.
The amplitude of the square wave and the peak-to-peak noise are used to
evaluate the DAC test.

When If the analog detector signal is noisy or missing.

Preparations Lamp must be on for at least 10 minutes. Connect integrator, chart recorder or data system to the
detector analog output.

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D/A Converter (DAC) Test

1 Run the D/A Converter (DAC) Test with the Agilent Lab Advisor (for further
information see Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 48 D/A Converter (DAC) Test – Results

Figure 49 D/A Converter (DAC) Test – Example of Integrator Plot

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D/A Converter (DAC) Test

Test Evaluation
The noise on the step should be less than 3 μV.

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Bad cable or grounding problem between Check or replace the cable.

detector and external device.

2 Defective detector main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Dark Current Test

Dark Current Test

The dark-current test measures the leakage current from each diode. The test
is used to check for leaking diodes which may cause non-linearity at specific
wavelengths. During the test, the slit assembly moves to the dark position,
cutting off all light falling onto the diode array. Next, the leakage current from
each diode is measured, and displayed graphically. The leakage current
(represented in counts) for each diode should fall within the limits.

When In case of problem.

1 Run the Dark Current Test with the recommended user interface (for further
information see Online-Help of user interface).

Figure 50 Dark Current Test – Results

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Dark Current Test

Figure 51 Dark Current Test – Signals

Test Failed

Probable cause Suggested actions

1 Defective slit assembly (stray light). • Run the “Self-Test” on page 129.
• Run the “Slit Test (G7117B)” on page 143
(part of the “Self-Test” on page 129).

2 Defective detector main board. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

3 Defective PDA/optical unit. Please contact your Agilent service

representative.

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Other Lab Advisor Functions

Other Lab Advisor Functions

EMFs - Early Maintenance Feature

The EMFs screen allows you to view and manage the EMF counters for all
modules in all systems.

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Maintenance
Introduction to Maintenance 158
Warnings and Cautions 159
Overview of Maintenance 161
Cleaning the Module 162
Remove and Install Doors 163
Replace the Deuterium Lamp 164
Replace the Max-Light Cartridge Cell 167
Clean the Max-Light Cartridge Cell 170
Storage of Max-Light Cartridge Cell 172
Correcting Leaks 173
Replace Leak Handling System Parts 174
Replace the Module Firmware 176
Information from Module’s Assemblies 178

This chapter describes the maintenance of the module.

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Introduction to Maintenance

Introduction to Maintenance

The module is designed for easy maintenance. Maintenance can be done from
the front with module in place in the system stack.

There are no serviceable parts inside.

NOTE
Do not open the module.

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Warnings and Cautions

Warnings and Cautions

Toxic, flammable and hazardous solvents, samples and reagents

WA R N I N G
The handling of solvents, samples and reagents can hold health and safety risks.
➔ When working with these substances observe appropriate safety procedures (for
example by wearing goggles, safety gloves and protective clothing) as described in
the material handling and safety data sheet supplied by the vendor, and follow
good laboratory practice.
➔ The volume of substances should be reduced to the minimum required for the
analysis.
➔ Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere.

Eye damage by detector light

WA R N I N G
Eye damage may result from directly viewing the UV-light produced by the lamp of
the optical system used in this product.
➔ Always turn the lamp of the optical system off before removing it.

Electrical shock
WA R N I N G
Repair work at the module can lead to personal injuries, e.g. shock hazard, when
the cover is opened.
➔ Do not remove the cover of the module.
➔ Only certified persons are authorized to carry out repairs inside the module.

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Warnings and Cautions

Personal injury or damage to the product

WA R N I N G
Agilent is not responsible for any damages caused, in whole or in part, by improper
use of the products, unauthorized alterations, adjustments or modifications to the
products, failure to comply with procedures in Agilent product user guides, or use
of the products in violation of applicable laws, rules or regulations.
➔ Use your Agilent products only in the manner described in the Agilent product user
guides.

Safety standards for external equipment

C AU T I O N
➔ If you connect external equipment to the instrument, make sure that you only use
accessory units tested and approved according to the safety standards appropriate
for the type of external equipment.

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Overview of Maintenance

Overview of Maintenance

The following pages describe maintenance (simple repairs) of the detector that
can be carried out without opening the main cover.

Table 18 Overview of Maintenance

Procedure Typical Frequency Notes

Cleaning of module If required

Deuterium lamp If noise and/or drift exceeds your application limits or A wavelength calibration test and an
exchange lamp does not ignite. intensity test should be performed
after replacement.

Flow cell exchange If leaking or if intensity drops due to contaminated A wavelength calibration test should
flow cell. be performed after replacement.

Leak sensor drying If leak has occurred. Check for leaks.

Leak handling System If broken or corroded. Check for leaks.

replacement

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Cleaning the Module

Cleaning the Module

To keep the module case clean, use a soft cloth slightly dampened with water,
or a solution of water and mild detergent.

Liquid dripping into the electronic compartment of your module can cause shock
WA R N I N G
hazard and damage the module
➔ Do not use an excessively damp cloth during cleaning.
➔ Drain all solvent lines before opening any connections in the flow path.

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Remove and Install Doors

Remove and Install Doors

Parts required p/n Description
5067-5737 Door left
5067-5736 Door right

The figures shown in this procedure exemplarily show the Infinity II Multisampler module.
NOTE
The principle of how to remove and/or install doors works in the same way for all Infinity
II modules.

1 Press the release buttons and pull the front door out. 2 For the Installation of the front door. Insert the hinges
into their guides and move the door in until the release
buttons click into their final position.

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Replace the Deuterium Lamp

Replace the Deuterium Lamp

When If noise or drift exceeds application limits or lamp does not ignite.

Tools required Description

Screwdriver POZI 1 PT3

Parts required # p/n Description

1 5190-0917 Long-life Deuterium lamp (8-pin) with RFID tag

Preparations Turn the lamp off.

Injury by touching hot lamp

WA R N I N G
If the detector has been in use, the lamp may be hot.
➔ If so, wait for lamp to cool down.

The lamp house cover includes a magnet.

NOTE

1 Open the doors. 2 Locate the lamp cover.

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3 Grab the lamp cover and pull it off (it is fixed by a magnet 4 Unplug the lamp connector (1.) and unscrew the two
in the bottom of the cover). lamp screws (2.) (Pozidriv).





5 Remove the lamp and place it on a clean place. 6 Insert the lamp (RFID tag on the right side).

NOTE
Do not touch the glass bulb with your fingers. It may
reduce the light output.
7 Fix the lamp screws (1.) and reconnect the lamp 8 Place the lamp cable in the lamp cover.
connector (2.).






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Replace the Deuterium Lamp

9 Slide the lamp cover into the top position of the metal 10 Close the doors.
front (1.) and press the lamp cover completely in until it
clicks (2.).





11 Perform a Wavelength Re-calibration after lamp warm-up.

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Replace the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

Replace the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

When If leaking or if intensity drops due to contaminated flow cell.

Tools required Description

Wrench, 1/4 inch
for capillary connections

Parts required p/n Description

G4212-60008 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (10 mm, V(σ) 1.0 µL)
G4212-60007 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (60 mm, V(σ) 4.0 µL)
G4212-60011 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell
G4212-60032 HDR Max-Light Cartridge Cell (3.7 mm, V(σ) 0.4 µL)
G4212-60038 ULD Max-Light Cartridge Cell (10 mm, V(σ) 0.6 µL)

Preparations Turn the pump off.

The flow cell is shipped with a filling of isopropanol. This is to avoid breakage due to
NOTE subambient conditions. In case the flow cell is not used for some time (stored), then flush
the flow cell with iso-propanol.

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Replace the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

Remove the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

1 Open the doors. 2 Disconnect the capillaries from the flow cell cartridge.





3 Flip the cartridge lever towards the front (down). 4 Pull the cartridge holder completely out.

5 Remove the flow cell cartridge.

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Replace the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

Install the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

1 Insert the flow cell cartridge. 2 Slide the cartridge holder completely into the detector.

3 Lift the cartridge lever up into the final position. 4 Reconnect the capillaries.





5 Close the doors. 6 Perform a Cell Test and a Wavelength Verification Test.

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Clean the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

Clean the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

When Low counts on Intensity Test or Cell Test (failed tests)

Tools required p/n Description

Alcohol (Iso-propanol or Ethanol)
Lens tissue or Q-tips ®
5190-0530 Cell cleaning solvent

1 Flush the flow cell with the alcohol for some time.
2 Remove the cell from the cartridge holder (see “Replace the Max-Light
Cartridge Cell” on page 167).
3 Carefully clean the light inlet and outlet of the cell using lens tissue or
Q-tips® with alcohol.

NOTE If Q-tips® are used, ensure that no cotton fluff remains at the inlet or outlet.

Do not touch the light inlet and outlet of the cell with your fingers. This will add a layer of
NOTE contamination on the window and reduce the light throughput.

4 Flush the flow cell with water and repeat the Intensity Test and or Cell Test.

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Clean the Max-Light Cartridge Cell

5 If the cleaning with the alcohol did not improve the results, the flow cell
might be cleaned with cleaning fluid (PN 5190-0530). Use a concentration of
0.5 – 2 v/v % (cleaning fluid/water). Use a syringe to fill the flow cell with
cleaning fluid.
The following cleaning protocols are recommended:
• Maximum 3 hours at 25 – 30 °C or
• 30 – 40 min at 30 – 35 °C.

The optimal concentration depends on the water quality, the contamination, the
NOTE temperature, and other factors. The use of demineralized water may improve the cleaning
characteristics.

6 Repeat step 4 on page 170.

7 If tests fail again, the flow cell might be replaced if the chromatographic
performace cannot be accepted.

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Storage of Max-Light Cartridge Cell

Storage of Max-Light Cartridge Cell

1 Flush the Max- Light Cartridge Flow Cell with iso- propanol or methanol
and insert the plugs into the cell inlet and outlet (see “Replace the
Max-Light Cartridge Cell” on page 167).
2 Remove the Max-Light Cartridge Cell from the cartridge holder of the
detector.
3 Replace the black hoods, that secure the cell light inlet and outlet.
4 Store the Max-Light Cartridge Cell in plastic case provided with the
Max-Light Cartridge Flow Cell.

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Correcting Leaks

Correcting Leaks

When If leak has occurred.

Tools required Description

Tissue

Preparations Turn the pump off.

1 Open the doors. 2 Use tissue to dry the leak sensor area (1). Observe the
capillary connections and the flow cell area (2) for leaks
and correct, if required.


2 1


3 Close the doors.

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Replace Leak Handling System Parts

Replace Leak Handling System Parts

Parts required p/n Description

5043-0856 Leak Adapter
5063-6527 Tubing assembly, i.d. 6 mm, o.d. 9 mm, 1.2 m (to waste)
approximately 85 mm required

1 Open the doors. 2 Locate the Leak Adapter (1) and Tubing (2).





3 Press the Leak Adapter down and remove it together 4 Install the Leak Adapter by pressing it into the Main
with the tubing. Cover.

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5 Insert the Tubing (approximately 85 mm required for 6 Close the doors.

replacement) between Leak Adapter outlet and Leak
Panel.

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Replace the Module Firmware

Replace the Module Firmware

When The installation of newer firmware might be necessary

• if a newer version solves problems of older versions or
• to keep all systems on the same (validated) revision.
The installation of older firmware might be necessary
• to keep all systems on the same (validated) revision or
• if a new module with newer firmware is added to a system or
• if third party control software requires a special version.

Tools required Description

Agilent Lab Advisor software
OR Instant Pilot G4208A
(only if supported by module)

Parts required # Description

1 Firmware, tools and documentation from Agilent web site

Preparations Read update documentation provided with the Firmware Update Tool.

To upgrade/downgrade the module’s firmware carry out the following

steps:
1 Download the required module firmware, the latest FW Update Tool and
the documentation from the Agilent web.
http://www.agilent.com/en-us/firmwareDownload?whid=69761
2 For loading the firmware into the module follow the instructions in the
documentation.

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Module Specific Information

Table 19 Module Specific Information (G7117A/G7117B/G7117C)

G7117B 1290 DAD G7117A 1290 DAD FS G7117C 1260 DAD HS

Initial firmware (main D.06.70 D.07.01

and resident)

Compatibility with When using the detector in a system, all other modules must have firmware from set 6.50 (latest
1100/1200/1260/ version) or later (main and resident). Otherwise the communication will not work.
1290 series modules

Conversion to / G4212A, G4212B, G7117A G4212B G4212B

emulation

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Information from Module’s Assemblies

Information from Module’s Assemblies

Lamp and Flow Cell RFID Tag

The detector is equipped with a UV lamp and flow cell identification system
using RFID (radio frequency identification) tags attached to the assemblies
and RFID tag readers at the optical unit. The table below lists all parameters
stored in the RFID tag.

Table 20 RFID Tag Data

Lamp information Flow cell information

• product number • product number

• serial number • serial number

• production date • production date

• accumulated UV on time (in hours) • nominal path length of the cell (in
mm)

• actual UV lamp on time (in hours) • cell volume (σ) in µL

• number of ignitions • maximum pressure (in bar)

• date of last intensity test • date of last cell test

The pressure value is always displayed in bar, even if the user interface uses other units,
NOTE e.g. PSI.

Serial Number and Firmware Revision

The user interface provides module specific information that is stored in the
main board. These are for example the serial number, firmware revision.

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Parts and Materials for Maintenance
Overview of Maintenance Parts 180
Accessory Kit 181

This chapter provides information on parts for maintenance.

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Overview of Maintenance Parts

Overview of Maintenance Parts

Figure 52 Overview of maintenance parts

Item p/n Description

1 5190-0917 Long-life Deuterium lamp (8-pin) with RFID tag
2 G4212-60008 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (10 mm, V(σ) 1.0 µL)
OR 2 G4212-60007 Max-Light Cartridge Cell (60 mm, V(σ) 4.0 µL)
OR 2 G4212-60011 Max-Light Cartridge Test Cell
OR 2 G4212-60032 HDR Max-Light Cartridge Cell (3.7 mm, V(σ) 0.4 µL)
OR 2 G4212-60038 ULD Max-Light Cartridge Cell (10 mm, V(σ) 0.6 µL)
3 5043-0856 Leak Adapter
4 5063-6527 Tubing assembly, i.d. 6 mm, o.d. 9 mm, 1.2 m (to waste)
for Waste and Leak Adapter (ca. 85 mm required)
5062-8535 Waste accessory kit
(Flow Cell to waste)
5 5067-5737 Door left
6 5067-5736 Door right
7 5043-1013 Tubing Clip
For cables, see “Cable Overview” on page 184.

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Accessory Kit

Accessory Kit

G7117-68755
Accessory Kit p/n Description

5062-8535 Waste accessory kit

5063-6527 Tubing assembly, i.d. 6 mm, o.d. 9 mm, 1.2 m (to waste)
see item 4 in Figure 52 on page 180

5181-1516 CAN cable, Agilent module to module, 0.5 m

5500-1155 Tube Connector, 90 degree, ID 6.4

5043-1013 Tubing Clip

see item 7 in Figure 52 on page 180

5500-1191 Capillary ST 0.12 mm x 280 mm, long socket

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Accessory Kit

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Identifying Cables
Cable Overview 184
Analog Cables 186
Remote Cables 188
CAN/LAN Cables 192
RS-232 Cables 193
USB Cables 194

This chapter provides information on cables used with the Agilent 1200 Infinity
Series modules.

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Cable Overview

Cable Overview

Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure proper
NOTE functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations.

Analog cables
p/n Description

35900-60750 Agilent 35900A A/D converter

01046-60105 Analog cable (BNC to general purpose, spade lugs)

Remote cables
p/n Description

5188-8029 ERI
to general purpose

5188-8044 Remote Cable ERI – ERI

5188-8045 Remote Cable APG – ERI

5061-3378 Remote Cable

to 35900 A/D converter

01046-60201 Agilent module to general purpose

CAN cables
p/n Description

5181-1516 CAN cable, Agilent module to module, 0.5 m

5181-1519 CAN cable, Agilent module to module, 1 m

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Cable Overview

LAN cables
p/n Description

5023-0203 Cross-over network cable, shielded, 3 m (for point to point

connection)

5023-0202 Twisted pair network cable, shielded, 7 m (for point to point

connection)

RS-232 cables
(not for FUSION p/n Description
board)
G1530-60600 RS-232 cable, 2 m

RS232-61601 RS-232 cable, 2.5 m

Instrument to PC, 9-to-9 pin (female). This cable has special pin-out,
and is not compatible with connecting printers and plotters. It's also
called "Null Modem Cable" with full handshaking where the wiring
is made between pins 1-1, 2-3, 3-2, 4-6, 5-5, 6-4, 7-8, 8-7, 9-9.

5181-1561 RS-232 cable, 8 m

USB cables
p/n Description

5188-8050 USB A M-USB Mini B 3 m (PC-Module)

5188-8049 USB A F-USB Mini B M OTG (Module to Flash Drive)

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Analog Cables

Analog Cables

One end of these cables provides a BNC connector to be connected to Agilent

modules. The other end depends on the instrument to which connection is
being made.

Agilent Module to 35900 A/D converters

p/n 35900-60750 35900 Pin Agilent Signal Name

module

1 Not connected

2 Shield Analog -

3 Center Analog +

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Analog Cables

Agilent Module to BNC Connector

p/n 8120-1840 Pin BNC Pin Agilent Signal Name

module

Shield Shield Analog -

Center Center Analog +

Agilent Module to General Purpose

p/n 01046-60105 Pin Pin Agilent Signal Name

module

1 Not connected

2 Black Analog -

3 Red Analog +

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Remote Cables

Remote Cables

ERI (Enhanced Remote Interface)

5188-8029 ERI to general purpose

p/n 5188-8029 pin Color code Enhanced Classic Active (TTL)

Remote Remote

1 white IO1 START Low

REQUEST

2 brown IO2 STOP Low

3 green IO3 READY High

4 yellow IO4 POWER ON High

5 grey IO5 NOT USED

6 pink IO6 SHUT DOWN Low

7 blue IO7 START Low

8 red IO8 PREPARE Low

9 black 1wire DATA

10 violet DGND

11 grey-pink +5V ERI out

12 red-blue PGND

13 white-green PGND

14 brown-green +24V ERI out

15 white-yellow +24V ERI out

NC yellow-brown

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Remote Cables

5188-8044 ERI to ERI (Connector D_Subminiature 15 pin)

Table 21 5188-8044 ERI to ERI

p/n 5188-8044 Pin (ERI) Signal Pin (ERI) Active (TTL)

10 GND 10

1 Start Request 1 Low

2 Stop 2 Low

3 Ready 3 High

5 Power on 5 High

4 Future 4

6 Shut Down 6 Low

7 Start 7 Low

8 Prepare 8 Low

Ground Cable Shielding NC

5188-8045 ERI to APG (Connector D_Subminiature 15 pin (ERI), Connector

D_Subminiature 9 pin (APG))

p/n 5188-8045 Pin (ERI) Signal Pin (APG) Active (TTL)

10 GND 1

1 Start Request 9 Low

2 Stop 8 Low

3 Ready 7 High

5 Power on 6 High

4 Future 5

6 Shut Down 4 Low

7 Start 3 Low

8 Prepare 2 Low

Ground Cable Shielding NC

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Remote Cables

One end of these cables provides a Agilent Technologies APG (Analytical

Products Group) remote connector to be connected to Agilent modules. The
other end depends on the instrument to be connected to.

Agilent Module to Agilent 35900 A/D Converters

p/n 5061-3378 Pin 35900 Pin Agilent Signal Name Active

A/D module (TTL)

1 - White 1 - White Digital ground

2 - Brown 2 - Brown Prepare run Low

3 - Gray 3 - Gray Start Low

4 - Blue 4 - Blue Shut down Low

5 - Pink 5 - Pink Not

connected

6 - Yellow 6 - Yellow Power on High

7 - Red 7 - Red Ready High

8 - Green 8 - Green Stop Low

9 - Black 9 - Black Start request Low

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Remote Cables

Agilent Module to General Purpose

p/n 01046-60201 Wire Color Pin Agilent Signal Name Active

module (TTL)

White 1 Digital ground

Brown 2 Prepare run Low

Gray 3 Start Low

Blue 4 Shut down Low

Pink 5 Not
connected

Yellow 6 Power on High

Red 7 Ready High

Green 8 Stop Low

Black 9 Start request Low

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CAN/LAN Cables

CAN/LAN Cables

Both ends of this cable provide a modular plug to be connected to

Agilent modules CAN or LAN connectors.
CAN Cables

p/n Description

5181-1516 CAN cable, Agilent module to module, 0.5 m

5181-1519 CAN cable, Agilent module to module, 1 m

LAN Cables

p/n Description

5023-0203 Cross-over network cable, shielded, 3 m (for point to point

connection)

5023-0202 Twisted pair network cable, shielded, 7 m (for point to point

connection)

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RS-232 Cables

RS-232 Cables

p/n Description

G1530-60600 RS-232 cable, 2 m

RS232-61601 RS-232 cable, 2.5 m

Instrument to PC, 9-to-9 pin (female). This cable has special pin-out,
and is not compatible with connecting printers and plotters. It's also
called "Null Modem Cable" with full handshaking where the wiring
is made between pins 1-1, 2-3, 3-2, 4-6, 5-5, 6-4, 7-8, 8-7, 9-9.

5181-1561 RS-232 cable, 8 m

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USB Cables

USB Cables

To connect a USB Flash Drive use a USB OTG cable with Mini-B plug and A
socket.

p/n Description

5188-8050 USB A M-USB Mini B 3 m (PC-Module)

5188-8049 USB A F-USB Mini B M OTG (Module to Flash Drive)

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Hardware Information
Firmware Description 196
Electrical Connections 199
Rear view of the module 200
Information on Instrument Serial Number 200
Interfaces 202
Overview Interfaces 203
ERI (Enhanced Remote Interface) 206
USB (Universal Serial Bus) 208
Setting the 6-bit Configuration Switch 209
Special Settings 210
Instrument Layout 212
Early Maintenance Feedback 213

This chapter describes the detector in more detail on hardware and

electronics.

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Firmware Description

Firmware Description

The firmware of the instrument consists of two independent sections:

• a non-instrument specific section, called resident system
• an instrument specific section, called main system

Resident System
This resident section of the firmware is identical for all Agilent
1100/1200/1220/1260/1290 series modules. Its properties are:
• the complete communication capabilities (CAN, LAN, USB and RS- 232C)
• memory management
• ability to update the firmware of the 'main system'

Main System
Its properties are:
• the complete communication capabilities (CAN, LAN, USB and RS- 232C)
• memory management
• ability to update the firmware of the 'resident system'
In addition the main system comprises the instrument functions that are
divided into common functions like
• run synchronization through APG remote,
• error handling,
• diagnostic functions,
• or module specific functions like
• internal events such as lamp control, filter movements,
• raw data collection and conversion to absorbance.

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Firmware Description

Firmware Updates
Firmware updates can be done using the following tools (latest version should
be used):
• Agilent Lab Advisor software with files on the hard disk (*)
• Firmware Update Tool with local files on the hard disk (*)
• Instant Pilot (G4208A) with files on a USB Flash Disk
(*)
Required tools, firmware and documentation are available from the Agilent
web: http://www.agilent.com/en-us/firmwareDownload?whid=69761
The file naming conventions are:
PPPP_RVVV_XXX.dlb, where
PPPP is the product number, for example, 1315B for the G1315B DAD,
R the firmware revision, for example, A for G1315B or B for the G1315C DAD,
VVV is the revision number, for example 650 is revision 6.50,
XXX is the build number of the firmware.
For instructions on firmware updates refer to section Replacing Firmware in
chapter "Maintenance" or use the documentation provided with the
Firmware Update Tools.

Update of main system can be done in the resident system only. Update of the resident
NOTE system can be done in the main system only.
Main and resident firmware must be from the same set.

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Firmware Description

0DLQ):XSGDWH
5HVLGHQW6\VWHP 0DLQ6\VWHP

5HVLGHQW):8SGDWH

Figure 53 Firmware Update Mechanism

Some modules are limited in downgrading due to their main board version or their initial
NOTE firmware revision. For example, a G1315C DAD SL cannot be downgraded below firmware
revision B.01.02 or to a A.xx.xx.
Some modules can be re-branded (e.g. G1314C to G1314B) to allow operation in specific
control software environments. In this case the feature set of the target type are use and
the feature set of the original are lost. After re-branding (e.g. from G1314B to G1314C), the
original feature set is available again.
All these specific informations are described in the documentation provided with the
firmware update tools.

The firmware update tools, firmware and documentation are available from
the Agilent web.
• http://www.agilent.com/en-us/firmwareDownload?whid=69761

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Electrical Connections

Electrical Connections

• The CAN bus is a serial bus with high-speed data transfer. The two
connectors for the CAN bus are used for internal module data transfer and
synchronization.
• One analog output provides signals for integrators or data handling
systems.
• The ERI/REMOTE connector may be used in combination with other
analytical instruments from Agilent Technologies if you want to use
features such as start, stop, common shutdown, prepare, and so on.
• With the appropriate software, the LAN connector may be used to control
the module from a computer through a LAN connection. This connector is
activated and can be configured with the configuration switch.
• With the appropriate software, the USB connector may be used to control
the module from a computer through a USB connection.
• The power input socket accepts a line voltage of 100 – 240 VAC ± 10 % with
a line frequency of 50 or 60 Hz. Maximum power consumption varies by
module. There is no voltage selector on your module because the power
supply has wide-ranging capability. There are no externally accessible fuses
because automatic electronic fuses are implemented in the power supply.

Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure proper
NOTE functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations.

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Rear view of the module

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Information on Instrument Serial Number

Serial Number Information 1200 Series and 1290 Infinity
The serial number information on the instrument labels provide the following
information:

CCYWWSSSSS Format

CC country of manufacturing
• DE = Germany
• JP = Japan
• CN = China

YWW year and week of last major manufacturing change, e.g. 820
could be week 20 of 1998 or 2008

SSSSS real serial number

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Electrical Connections

Serial Number Information 1260/1290 Infinity

The serial number information on the instrument labels provide the following
information:

CCXZZ00000 Format

CC Country of manufacturing
• DE = Germany
• JP = Japan
• CN = China

X Alphabetic character A-Z (used by manufacturing)

ZZ Alpha-numeric code 0-9, A-Z, where each combination

unambiguously denotes a module (there can be more than
one code for the same module)

00000 Serial number

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Interfaces

Interfaces

The Agilent 1200 Infinity Series II modules provide the following interfaces:

Table 22 Agilent 1200 Infinity II Series Interfaces

Module CAN USB LAN RS-232 Analog APG Special

(on-board) (A) /
ERI (E)

Pumps

G7104A Flexible Pump 2 No Yes Yes 1 A

G7110B Isocratic Pump 2 Yes Yes No No E

G7111A/B Quaternary Pump 2 Yes Yes No No E

G7120A High Speed Pump 2 No Yes Yes 1 A

Samplers

G7129A/B ALS 2 Yes Yes No No E

G7167A/B Multisampler 2 Yes Yes No No E

Detectors

G7114A/B VWD 2 Yes Yes No 1 E

G7115A/B DAD 2 Yes Yes No 1 E

G7117A/B/C DAD 2 Yes Yes No 1 E

G7162A/B RID 2 Yes Yes No 1 E

Others

G7116A/B MCT 2 No No No No No Requires a HOST

module via CAN

The detector (DAD/MWD/FLD/VWD/RID) is the preferred access point for control via
NOTE LAN. The inter-module communication is done via CAN.

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• CAN connectors as interface to other modules

• LAN connector as interface to the control software
• RS-232C as interface to a computer
• USB (Universal Series Bus) as interface to a computer
• REMOTE connector as interface to other Agilent products
• Analog output connector(s) for signal output

Overview Interfaces
CAN
The CAN is inter-module communication interface. It is a 2-wire serial bus
system supporting high speed data communication and real-time requirement.

LAN
The modules have either an interface slot for an LAN card (e.g. Agilent
G1369B/C LAN Interface) or they have an on-board LAN interface (e.g.
detectors G1315C/D DAD and G1365C/D MWD). This interface allows the
control of the module/system via a PC with the appropriate control software.
Some modules have neither on-board LAN nor an interface slot for a LAN card
(e.g. G1170A Valve Drive or G4227A Flex Cube). These are hosted modules and
require a Host module with firmware B.06.40 or later or with additional
G1369C LAN Card.

If an Agilent detector (DAD/MWD/FLD/VWD/RID) is in the system, the LAN should be

NOTE connected to the DAD/MWD/FLD/VWD/RID (due to higher data load). If no Agilent
detector is part of the system, the LAN interface should be installed in the pump or
autosampler.

USB
The USB interface replaces the RS-232 Serial interface in new FUSION
generation modules. For details on USB refer to “USB (Universal Serial
Bus)” on page 208.

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Analog Signal Output

The analog signal output can be distributed to a recording device. For details
refer to the description of the module’s main board.

Remote (ERI)
The ERI (Enhanced Remote Interface) connector may be used in combination
with other analytical instruments from Agilent Technologies if you want to use
features as common shut down, prepare, and so on.
It allows easy connection between single instruments or systems to ensure
coordinated analysis with simple coupling requirements.
The subminiature D connector is used. The module provides one remote
connector which is inputs/outputs (wired- or technique).
To provide maximum safety within a distributed analysis system, one line is
dedicated to SHUT DOWN the system’s critical parts in case any module detects
a serious problem. To detect whether all participating modules are switched
on or properly powered, one line is defined to summarize the POWER ON state
of all connected modules. Control of analysis is maintained by signal readiness
READY for next analysis, followed by START of run and optional STOP of run
triggered on the respective lines. In addition PREPARE and START REQUEST may
be issued. The signal levels are defined as:
• standard TTL levels (0 V is logic true, + 5.0 V is false),
• fan-out is 10,
• input load is 2.2 kOhm against + 5.0 V, and
• output are open collector type, inputs/outputs (wired- or technique).

All common TTL circuits operate with a 5 V power supply. A TTL signal is defined as "low"
NOTE or L when between 0 V and 0.8 V and "high" or H when between 2.0 V and 5.0 V (with
respect to the ground terminal).

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Table 23 ERI signal distribution

Pin Signal Description

1 START REQUEST (L) Request to start injection cycle (for example, by start key on
any module). Receiver is the autosampler.

2 STOP (L) Request to reach system ready state as soon as possible (for
example, stop run, abort or finish and stop injection). Receiver is
any module performing run-time controlled activities.

3 READY (H) System is ready for next analysis. Receiver is any sequence
controller.

4 POWER ON (H) All modules connected to system are switched on. Receiver is
any module relying on operation of others.
5 Not used

6 SHUT DOWN (L) System has serious problem (for example, leak: stops pump).
Receiver is any module capable to reduce safety risk.

7 START (L) Request to start run / timetable. Receiver is any module

performing run-time controlled activities.

8 PREPARE (L) Request to prepare for analysis (for example, calibration,

detector lamp on). Receiver is any module performing
pre-analysis activities.

Special Interfaces
There is no special interface for this module.

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ERI (Enhanced Remote Interface)

ERI replaces the AGP Remote Interface that is used in the HP
1090/1040/1050/1100 HPLC systems and Agilent 1100/1200/1200 Infinity
HPLC modules. All new 1200 Infinity II products using the FUSION core
electronics use ERI. This interface is already used in the Agilent Universal
Interface Box 2 (UIB2)

ERI Description
The ERI interface contains eight individual programmable input/output pins.
In addition, it provides 24 V power and 5 V power and a serial data line to
detect and recognize further add-ons that could be connected to this interface.
This way the interface can support various additional devices like sensors,
triggers (in and out) and small controllers, etc.

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Pin Enhanced Remote

1 IO 1 (START
REQUEST)

2 IO 2 (STOP)

3 IO 3 (READY)

4 IO 4 (POWER ON)

5 IO 5 (NOT USED)

6 IO 6 (SHUT DOWN)

7 IO 7 (START)

8 IO 8 (PREPARE)

9 1 wire DATA

10 DGND

11 +5 V ERI out

12 PGND

13 PGND

14 +24 V ERI out

15 +24 V ERI out

IO (Input/Output) Lines
• Eight generic bi-directional channels (input or output).
• Same as the APG Remote.
• Devices like valves, relays, ADCs, DACs, controllers can be
supported/controlled.

1-Wire Data (Future Use)

This serial line can be used to read out an EPROM or write into an EPROM of a
connected ERI-device. The firmware can detect the connected type of device
automatically and update information in the device (if required).

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5V Distribution (Future Use)

• Available directly after turn on oft the hosting module (assures that certain
base functionality of the device can be detected by firmware).
• For digital circuits or similar.
• Provided 500 mA maximum.
• Short-circuit proof with automatic switch off (by firmware).

24V Distribution (Future Use)

• Available by firmware command (defined turn on/off).
• For devices that need higher power
• Class 0: 0.5 A maximum (12 W)
• Class 1: 1.0 A maximum (24 W)
• Class 2: 2.0 A maximum (48 W)
• Class depends on hosting module’s internal power overhead.
• If a connected device requires more power the firmware detects this
(overcurrent detection) and provides the information to the user interface.
• Fuse used for safety protection (on board).
• Short circuit will be detected through hardware.

USB (Universal Serial Bus)

USB (Universal Serial Bus) - replaces RS232, supports:
• a PC with control software (for example Agilent Lab Advisor)
• USB Flash Disk

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Setting the 6-bit Configuration Switch

Setting the 6-bit Configuration Switch

The 6-bit configuration switch is located at the rear of the module with
FUSION electronics. Switch settings provide configuration parameters for
LAN and instrument specific initialization procedures.
All modules with FUSION electronics:
• Default is ALL switches DOWN (best settings).
• Default IP address for LAN 192.168.254.11
• For specific LAN modes switches 4-5 must be set as required.
• For boot resident/cold start modes switches 1+2 or 6 must be UP.

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Setting the 6-bit Configuration Switch

Table 24 6-bit Configuration Switch

Mode Function/Setting
Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Switch 4 Switch 5 Switch 6

COM1 0 n.a.2 n.a. LAN Init Mode n.a.

Use Default IP Address3 0 0 0 0 0

Use Stored IP Address 0 0 0 1 0

Use DHCP to request IP Address4 0 0 1 0 0

Test 1 System n.a. n.a. n.a. ColdStart

Boot Main System / Keep Data 0 0 0 0 0
Boot Resident System / Keep Data 1 0 0 0 0
Boot Main System / Revert to
0 0 0 0 1
Default Data
Boot Resident System / Revert to
1 0 0 0 1
Default Data
1 When selecting mode COM, settings are stored to non-volatile memory. When selecting mode TEST, COM settings are tak-
en from non-volatile memory.
2
not assigned - Always keep these switches on position ‘0’ (off)
3
Default IP Address is 192.168.254.11
4
Host Name will be the MAC address.

Special Settings
Boot-Resident/Main
Firmware update procedures may require this mode in case of firmware
loading errors (main/resident firmware part).
If you use the following switch settings and power the instrument up again,
the instrument firmware stays in the resident/main mode. In resident mode, it
is not operable as a module. It only uses basic functions of the operating
system for example, for communication. In this mode the main firmware can
be loaded (using update utilities).

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Setting the 6-bit Configuration Switch

Forced Cold Start

A forced cold start can be used to bring the module into a defined mode with
default parameter settings.
• Boot Main System / Revert to Default Data
The instrument will boot to main mode and changes to the module’s default
parameter. May be also required to load resident firmware into the module.
• Boot Resident System / Revert to Default Data
The instrument will boot to resident mode and changes to the module’s
default parameter. May be also required to load main firmware into the
module.

Loss of data
C AU T I O N
Forced cold start erases all methods and data stored in the non-volatile memory.
Exceptions are calibration settings, diagnosis and repair log books which will not be
erased.
➔ Save your methods and data before executing a forced cold start.

If you use the following switch settings and power the instrument up again, it
will start as described above.

Table 25 Boot Resident / Forced Coldstart

SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 Init Mode

1 0 0 0 0 0 Boot Main System / Keep Data

1 1 0 0 0 0 Boot Resident System / Keep Data

1 0 0 0 0 1 Boot Main System / Revert to Default Data

1 1 0 0 0 1 Boot Resident System / Revert to Default

Data

Note: The setting '0' (down) is essential.

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Instrument Layout

Instrument Layout

The industrial design of the module incorporates several innovative features.

It uses Agilent’s E-PAC concept for the packaging of electronics and
mechanical assemblies. This concept is based upon the use of expanded
polypropylene (EPP) layers of foam plastic spacers in which the mechanical
and electronic boards components of the module are placed. This pack is then
housed in a metal inner cabinet which is enclosed by a plastic external
cabinet. The advantages of this packaging technology are:
• virtual elimination of fixing screws, bolts or ties, reducing the number of
components and increasing the speed of assembly/disassembly,
• the plastic layers have air channels molded into them so that cooling air can
be guided exactly to the required locations,
• the plastic layers help cushion the electronic and mechanical parts from
physical shock, and
• the metal inner cabinet shields the internal electronics from
electromagnetic interference and also helps to reduce or eliminate radio
frequency emissions from the instrument itself.

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Early Maintenance Feedback

Early Maintenance Feedback

Maintenance requires the exchange of components which are subject to wear

or stress. Ideally, the frequency at which components are exchanged should be
based on the intensity of usage of the module and the analytical conditions,
and not on a predefined time interval. The early maintenance feedback (EMF)
feature monitors the usage of specific components in the instrument, and
provides feedback when the user-selectable limits have been exceeded. The
visual feedback in the user interface provides an indication that maintenance
procedures should be scheduled.

EMF Counters
EMF counters increment with use and can be assigned a maximum limit which
provides visual feedback in the user interface when the limit is exceeded.
Some counters can be reset to zero after the required maintenance procedure.

Lamp Type Counter Reset Comment

lamp with RFID tag NO

lamp without RFID tag YES via Lab Advisor or Instant Pilot

The detector provides the following EMF counters:

• Deuterium Lamp On-Time
• Number of UV lamp ignitions

Using the EMF Counters

The user-settable EMF limits for the EMF Counters enable the early maintenance
feedback to be adapted to specific user requirements. The useful maintenance
cycle is dependent on the requirements for use. Therefore, the definition of the
maximum limits need to be determined based on the specific operating
conditions of the instrument.

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Early Maintenance Feedback

Setting the EMF Limits

The setting of the EMF limits must be optimized over one or two maintenance
cycles. Initially the default EMF limits should be set. When instrument
performance indicates maintenance is necessary, take note of the values
displayed by the EMF counters. Enter these values (or values slightly less than
the displayed values) as EMF limits, and then reset the EMF counters to zero.
The next time the EMF counters exceed the new EMF limits, the EMF flag will be
displayed, providing a reminder that maintenance needs to be scheduled.

This function is only available via Agilent Lab Advisor or Instant Pilot.
NOTE

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13
LAN Configuration
What You Have to Do First 216
TCP/IP parameter configuration 217
Configuration Switches 218
Initialization Mode Selection 219
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) 221
General Information (DHCP) 221
Setup (DHCP) 222
Manual Configuration 224
With Telnet 225
With the Instant Pilot (G4208A) 228

This chapter provides information on connecting the module to the Agilent

ChemStation PC.

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What You Have to Do First

What You Have to Do First

The module has an on- board LAN communication interface.

This chapter is generic and may show figures that differ from your module. The
NOTE functionality is the same.

1 Note the MAC (Media Access Control) address for further reference. The
MAC or hardware address of the LAN interfaces is a world wide unique
identifier. No other network device will have the same hardware address.
The MAC address can be found on a label at the rear of the module
underneath the configuration switch (see Figure 58 on page 216).

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2 Connect the instrument's LAN interface (see Figure 58 on page 216) to

• the PC network card using a crossover network cable (point-to-point) or
• a hub or switch using a standard LAN cable.

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TCP/IP parameter configuration

TCP/IP parameter configuration

To operate properly in a network environment, the LAN interface must be

configured with valid TCP/IP network parameters. These parameters are:
• IP address
• Subnet Mask
• Default Gateway
The TCP/IP parameters can be configured by the following methods:
• by automatically requesting the parameters from a network-based DHCP
Server (using the so-called Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). This
mode requires a LAN-onboard Module or a G1369C LAN Interface card, see
“Setup (DHCP)” on page 222
• by manually setting the parameters using Telnet
• by manually setting the parameters using the Instant Pilot (G4208A)
The LAN interface differentiates between several initialization modes. The
initialization mode (short form ‘init mode’) defines how to determine the
active TCP/IP parameters after power-on. The parameters may be derived
non-volatile memory or initialized with known default values. The
initialization mode is selected by the configuration switch, see Table 26 on
page 219.

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Configuration Switches

Configuration Switches

The configuration switch can be accessed at the rear of the module.

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The module is shipped with all switches set to OFF, as shown above.

To perform any LAN configuration, SW1 and SW2 must be set to OFF.
NOTE

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Initialization Mode Selection

Initialization Mode Selection

The following initialization (init) modes are selectable:

Table 26 Initialization Mode Switches

SW1 SW2 SW3 SW4 SW5 SW6 Init Mode

0 0 0 0 0 0 Use Default IP
Address

0 0 0 0 1 0 Use Stored IP Address

0 0 0 1 0 0 Use DHCP

Note: The setting ‘0’ (down) is essential.

Default IP address for LAN is 192.168.254.11.

DHCP address is the module’s LAN MAC address.

Using Stored
When initialization mode Using Stored is selected, the parameters are taken
from the non-volatile memory of the module. The TCP/IP connection will be
established using these parameters. The parameters were configured
previously by one of the described methods.

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Initialization Mode Selection

Using Default
When Using Default is selected, the factory default parameters are taken
instead. These parameters enable a TCP/IP connection to the LAN interface
without further configuration, see Table 27 on page 220.

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Using the default address in your local area network may result in network problems. Take
NOTE care and change it to a valid address immediately.

Table 27 Using Default Parameters

IP address: 192.168.254.11

Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0

Default Gateway not specified

Since the default IP address is a so-called local address, it will not be routed by
any network device. Thus, the PC and the module must reside in the same
subnet.
The user may open a Telnet session using the default IP address and change
the parameters stored in the non-volatile memory of the module. He may then
close the session, select the initialization mode Using Stored, power-on again
and establish the TCP/IP connection using the new parameters.
When the module is wired to the PC directly (e.g. using a cross-over cable or a
local hub), separated from the local area network, the user may simply keep
the default parameters to establish the TCP/IP connection.

In the Using Default mode, the parameters stored in the memory of the module are not
NOTE cleared automatically. If not changed by the user, they are still available, when switching
back to the mode Using Stored.

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Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

General Information (DHCP)

The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is an auto configuration
protocol used on IP networks. The DHCP functionality is available on all
Agilent HPLC modules with on-board LAN Interface or LAN Interface Card
G1369C, and “B”-firmware (B.06.40 or above) or modules with "D"-firmware.
All modules should use latest firmware from the same set.
When the initialization mode “DHCP” is selected, the card tries to download
the parameters from a DHCP Server. The parameters obtained become the
active parameters immediately. They are not stored to the non-volatile
memory of the card.
Besides requesting the network parameters, the card also submits its
hostname to the DHCP Server. The hostname equals the MAC address of the
card, e.g. 0030d3177321. It is the DHCP server's responsibility to forward the
hostname/address information to the Domain Name Server. The card does not
offer any services for hostname resolution (e.g. NetBIOS).

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1 It may take some time until the DHCP server has updated the DNS server with the
NOTE hostname information.
2 It may be necessary to fully qualify the hostname with the DNS suffix, e.g.
0030d3177321.country.company.com.
3 The DHCP server may reject the hostname proposed by the card and assign a name
following local naming conventions.

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Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Setup (DHCP)
The DHCP functionality is available on all Agilent HPLC modules with on-board LAN
Interface or LAN Interface Card G1369C, and “B”-firmware (B.06.40 or above) or modules
with "D"-firmware. All modules should use latest firmware from the same set.

1 Note the MAC address of the LAN interface (provided with G1369C LAN
Interface Card or Main Board). This MAC address is on a label on the card
or at the rear of the main board, e.g. 0030d3177321.
On the Instant Pilot the MAC address can be found under Details in the LAN
section.

Figure 63 LAN Setting on Instant Pilot

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Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

2 Set the Configuration Switch to DHCP either on the G1369C LAN Interface
Card or the main board of above mentioned modules.
Table 28 G1369C LAN Interface Card (configuration switch on the card)

SW 4 SW 5 SW 6 SW 7 SW 8 Initialization Mode

ON OFF OFF OFF OFF DHCP

Table 29 LC Modules with 8-bit configuration switch (B-firmware) (configuration switch

at rear of the instrument)

SW 6 SW 7 SW 8 Initialization Mode

ON OFF OFF DHCP

3 Turn on the module that hosts the LAN interface.

4 Configure your Control Software (e.g. OpenLAB CDS ChemStation Edition,
Lab Advisor, Firmware Update Tool) and use MAC address as host name,
e.g. 0030d3177321.
The LC system should become visible in the control software (see Note in
section “General Information (DHCP)” on page 221).

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Manual Configuration

Manual Configuration

Manual configuration only alters the set of parameters stored in the

non-volatile memory of the module. It never affects the currently active
parameters. Therefore, manual configuration can be done at any time. A
power cycle is mandatory to make the stored parameters become the active
parameters, given that the initialization mode selection switches are allowing
it.

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Manual Configuration

With Telnet
Whenever a TCP/IP connection to the module is possible (TCP/IP parameters
set by any method), the parameters may be altered by opening a Telnet
session.
1 Open the system (DOS) prompt window by clicking on Windows START
button and select “Run...”. Type “cmd” and press OK.
2 Type the following at the system (DOS) prompt:
• c:\>telnet <IP address> or
• c:\>telnet <host name>

Figure 65 Telnet - Starting a session

where <IP address> may be the assigned address from a Bootp cycle, a
configuration session with the Handheld Controller, or the default IP
address (see “Configuration Switches” on page 218).
When the connection was established successfully, the module responds
with the following:

Figure 66 A connection to the module is made

3 Type
? and press enter to see the available commands.

Figure 67 Telnet Commands

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Table 30 Telnet Commands

Value Description

? displays syntax and descriptions of commands

/ displays current LAN settings

ip <x.x.x.x> sets new ip address

sm <x.x.x.x> sets new subnet mask

gw <x.x.x.x> sets new default gateway

exit exits shell and saves all changes

4 To change a parameter follows the style:

• parameter value, for example:
ip 134.40.28.56
Then press [Enter], where parameter refers to the configuration parameter
you are defining, and value refers to the definitions you are assigning to
that parameter. Each parameter entry is followed by a carriage return.
5 Use the “/” and press Enter to list the current settings.

information about the LAN interface

MAC address, initialization mode
Initialization mode is Using Stored
active TCP/IP settings

TCP/IP status - here ready

Figure 68 Telnet - Current settings in "Using Stored" mode connected to PC with controller software (e.g. Agilent
ChemStation), here not connected

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6 Change the IP address (in this example 192.168.254.12) and type “/” to list
current settings.

change of IP setting to
Initialization mode is Using Stored

active TCP/IP settings

stored TCP/IP settings in non-volatile memory

connected to PC with controller software (e.g. Agilent

ChemStation), here not connected

Figure 69 Telnet - Change IP settings

7 When you have finished typing the configuration parameters, type

exit and press Enter to exit with storing parameters.

Figure 70 Closing the Telnet Session

If the Initialization Mode Switch is changed now to “Using Stored” mode, the instrument
NOTE will take the stored settings when the module is re-booted. In the example above it would
be 192.168.254.12.

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13 LAN Configuration
Manual Configuration

With the Instant Pilot (G4208A)

To configure the TCP/IP parameters before connecting the module to the
network, the Instant Pilot (G4208A) can be used.
1 From the Welcome screen press the More button.
2 Select Configure.
3 Press the DAD button.
4 Scroll down to the LAN settings.

Figure 71 Instant Pilot - LAN Configuration (Edit mode)

5 Press the Edit button (only visible if not in Edit mode), perform the required
changes and press the Done button.
6 Leave the screen by clicking Exit.

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Appendix
General Safety Information 230
General Safety Information 230
Safety Standards 230
General 230
Before Applying Power 231
Ground the Instrument 231
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere 232
Do Not Remove the Instrument Cover 232
Do Not Modify the Instrument 232
In Case of Damage 232
Solvents 233
Safety Symbols 234
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 236
Radio Interference 237
Sound Emission 238
Solvent Information 239
Agilent Technologies on Internet 240

This chapter provides addition information on safety, legal and web.

Agilent Technologies 229

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General Safety Information

General Safety Information

General Safety Information

The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of
operation, service, and repair of this instrument. Failure to comply with these
precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety
standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Agilent
Technologies assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with
these requirements.

Ensure the proper usage of the equipment.

WA R N I N G
The protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
➔ The operator of this instrument is advised to use the equipment in a manner as
specified in this manual.

Safety Standards
This is a Safety Class I instrument (provided with terminal for protective
earthing) and has been manufactured and tested according to international
safety standards.

General
Do not use this product in any manner not specified by the manufacturer. The
protective features of this product may be impaired if it is used in a manner
not specified in the operation instructions.

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General Safety Information

Before Applying Power

Wrong voltage range, frequency or cabling
WA R N I N G
Personal injury or damage to the instrument
➔ Verify that the voltage range and frequency of your power distribution matches to
the power specification of the individual instrument.
➔ Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure
proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations.
➔ Make all connections to the unit before applying power.

Note the instrument's external markings described under “Safety Symbols” on page 234.
NOTE

Ground the Instrument

Missing electrical ground
WA R N I N G
Electrical shock
➔ If your product is provided with a grounding type power plug, the instrument
chassis and cover must be connected to an electrical ground to minimize shock
hazard.
➔ The ground pin must be firmly connected to an electrical ground (safety ground)
terminal at the power outlet. Any interruption of the protective (grounding)
conductor or disconnection of the protective earth terminal will cause a potential
shock hazard that could result in personal injury.

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General Safety Information

Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere

Presence of flammable gases or fumes
WA R N I N G
Explosion hazard
➔ Do not operate the instrument in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.

Do Not Remove the Instrument Cover

Instrument covers removed
WA R N I N G
Electrical shock
➔ Do Not Remove the Instrument Cover
➔ Only Agilent authorized personnel are allowed to remove instrument covers.
Always disconnect the power cables and any external circuits before removing the
instrument cover.

Do Not Modify the Instrument

Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to
the product. Return the product to an Agilent Sales and Service Office for
service and repair to ensure that safety features are maintained.

In Case of Damage
Damage to the module
WA R N I N G
Personal injury (for example electrical shock, intoxication)
➔ Instruments that appear damaged or defective should be made inoperative and
secured against unintended operation until they can be repaired by qualified
service personnel.

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General Safety Information

Solvents
Toxic, flammable and hazardous solvents, samples and reagents
WA R N I N G
The handling of solvents, samples and reagents can hold health and safety risks.
➔ When working with these substances observe appropriate safety procedures (for
example by wearing goggles, safety gloves and protective clothing) as described in
the material handling and safety data sheet supplied by the vendor, and follow
good laboratory practice.
➔ Do not use solvents with an auto-ignition temperature below 200 °C (392 °F). Do
not use solvents with a boiling point below 56 °C (133 °F).
➔ Avoid high vapor concentrations. Always keep the temperature in the sample
compartment at least 25 K below the boiling point of the solvent used.
➔ Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere.
➔ Reduce the volume of substances to the minimum required for the analysis.
➔ Never exceed the maximum permissible volume of solvents (8 L) in the solvent
cabinet. Do not use bottles that exceed the maximum permissible volume as
specified in the usage guideline for solvent cabinet.
➔ Ground the waste container.
➔ Regularly check the filling level of the waste container. The residual free volume in
the waste container must be large enough to collect the waste liquid.
➔ To achieve maximal safety, regularly check the tubing for correct installation.

For details, see the usage guideline for the solvent cabinet. A printed copy of the guideline
NOTE has been shipped with the solvent cabinet, electronic copies are available in the Agilent
Information Center or via the Internet.

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Safety Symbols
Table 31 Symbols

The apparatus is marked with this symbol when the user should refer to
the instruction manual in order to protect risk of harm to the operator and
to protect the apparatus against damage.

Indicates dangerous voltages.

Indicates a protected ground terminal.

The apparatus is marked with this symbol when hot surfaces are available
and the user should not touch it when heated up.

Cooling unit is designed as vapor-compression refrigeration system.

Contains fluorinated greenhouse gas (refrigerant) according to the Kyoto
protocol.
For specifications of refrigerant, charge capacity, carbon dioxide
equivalent (CDE), and global warming potential (GWP) see instrument
label.

Confirms that a manufactured product complies with all applicable

European Community directives. The European Declaration of Conformity
is available at:
http://regulations.corporate.agilent.com/DoC/search.htm

Manufacturing date.

Power symbol indicates On/Off.

The apparatus is not completely disconnected from the mains supply
when the power switch is in the Off position

Pacemaker
Magnets could affect the functioning of pacemakers and implanted heart
defibrillators.
A pacemaker could switch into test mode and cause illness. A heart
defibrillator may stop working. If you wear these devices keep at least
55 mm distance to magnets. Warn others who wear these devices from
getting too close to magnets.

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Table 31 Symbols

Magnetic field
Magnets produce a far-reaching, strong magnetic field. They could
damage TVs and laptops, computer hard drives, credit and ATM cards,
data storage media, mechanical watches, hearing aids and speakers.
Keep magnets at least 25 mm away from devices and objects that could
be damaged by strong magnetic fields.

Indicates a pinching or crushing hazard

Indicates a piercing or cutting hazard.

A WARNING
WA R N I N G
alerts you to situations that could cause physical injury or death.
➔ Do not proceed beyond a warning until you have fully understood and met the
indicated conditions.

A CAUTION
C AU T I O N
alerts you to situations that could cause loss of data, or damage of equipment.
➔ Do not proceed beyond a caution until you have fully understood and met the
indicated conditions.

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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive

Abstract
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive
(2002/96/EC), adopted by EU Commission on 13 February 2003, is
introducing producer responsibility on all electric and electronic appliances
starting with 13 August 2005.

This product complies with the WEEE Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirements. The
NOTE affixed label indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in
domestic household waste.
Product Category:
With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is
classed as a Monitoring and Control Instrumentation product.

Do not dispose of in domestic household waste

NOTE
To return unwanted products, contact your local Agilent office, or see
http://www.agilent.com for more information.

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Radio Interference

Radio Interference

Cables supplied by Agilent Technologies are screened to provide optimized

protection against radio interference. All cables are in compliance with safety
or EMC regulations.

Test and Measurement

If test and measurement equipment is operated with unscreened cables, or
used for measurements on open set-ups, the user has to assure that under
operating conditions the radio interference limits are still met within the
premises.

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Sound Emission

Sound Emission

Manufacturer’s Declaration
This statement is provided to comply with the requirements of the German
Sound Emission Directive of 18 January 1991.
This product has a sound pressure emission (at the operator position) < 70 dB.
• Sound Pressure Lp < 70 dB (A)
• At Operator Position
• Normal Operation
• According to ISO 7779:1988/EN 27779/1991 (Type Test)

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Solvent Information

Solvent Information

Flow Cell
To protect optimal functionality of your flow-cell:
• The recommended pH range of the cell is 1.0 - 12.5 (solvent dependent).
• If the flow cell is transported while temperatures are below 5 degree C, it
must be assured that the cell is filled with alcohol.
• Aqueous solvents in the flow cell can built up algae. Therefore do not leave
aqueous solvents sitting in the flow cell. Add a small % of organic solvents
(e.g. acetonitrile or methanol ~5%).

Use of Solvents
Observe the following recommendations on the use of solvents.
• Brown glass ware can avoid growth of algae.
• Avoid the use of the following steel-corrosive solvents:
• Solutions of alkali halides and their respective acids (for example,
lithium iodide, potassium chloride, and so on),
• High concentrations of inorganic acids like sulfuric acid and nitric acid,
especially at higher temperatures (if your chromatography method
allows, replace by phosphoric acid or phosphate buffer which are less
corrosive against stainless steel),
• Halogenated solvents or mixtures which form radicals and/or acids, for
example:
2CHCl3 + O2 → 2COCl2 + 2HCl
This reaction, in which stainless steel probably acts as a catalyst, occurs
quickly with dried chloroform if the drying process removes the
stabilizing alcohol,
• Chromatographic grade ethers, which can contain peroxides (for
example, THF, dioxane, di-isopropyl ether) such ethers should be filtered
through dry aluminium oxide which adsorbs the peroxides,
• Solvents containing strong complexing agents (e.g. EDTA),
• Mixtures of carbon tetrachloride with 2-propanol or THF.

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Agilent Technologies on Internet

Agilent Technologies on Internet

For the latest information on products and services visit our worldwide web
site on the Internet at:
http://www.agilent.com

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Index

A max-light 170 setup 222

cautions and warnings 159 dimensions 29
accessory kit parts 181
cell test 134 doors
Agilent Lab Advisor software 103
chromatogram 59 install 163, 163
Agilent Lab Advisor 103
clean remove 163, 163
Agilent
Max-light cartridge cell 170
on internet 240
cleaning E
algae 239, 239
flow cell 170 electrical connections
ambient non-operating temperature 29
compatibility 177 descriptions of 199
ambient operating temperature 29
compensation sensor open 110 electronic waste 236
analog signal 204
compensation sensor short 111 EMF
array
condensation 28 early maintenance feedback 213
diode 18
configuration switche 218 emulation 177
astm drift 140
conversion 177 environment 28
ASTM
environmental conditions 28 correction factors for flow cells 77 error messages
compensation sensor open 110
B D compensation sensor short 111
diode current leakage 114
bandwidth 94 D/A converter 151
fan failed 111
Beer-Lambert (law) 76 DAC 151
heater failed 119
bench space 28 dark current 154
heater power at limit 120
data collection rate 95 ignition without cover 112, 112
C delay volume 91 illegal temperature value from sensor
detection at air inlet 119
cable
compound classes 89 illegal value from sensor on main
CAN 192
detector set up board 118
LAN 192
Open Lab ChemStation 43 leak sensor open 110
overview 184
detector warm up 98 leak sensor short 109
RS-232 193
detector leak 112
cables
achieving higher sensitivity 92 lost CAN partner 109
analog 186
preparation 60 remote timeout 108
remote 188
deuterium lamp shutdown 107
CAN timeout 107
cable 192 replace 164
uv heater current 117
cartridge DHCP
uv ignition failed 116
cleaning 170 general information 221

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uv lamp current 115 instrument layout 212 replacing firmware 176

uv lamp voltage 115 intensity test 131 replacing the deuterium lamp 164
wavelength calibration failed 117 interfaces replacing the flow cell 167
wavelength recalibration lost 118 Infinity II 202 serial number and firmware
extra-column volume internet 240 revision 178
description 91 manual configuration
L of LAN 224
F Max-light cartridge cell
lamp
clean 170
fan failed 111 uv 15
install 167
firmware LAN remove 167
description 196 cable 192 replace 167
initial 177 configuration switche 218 store 172
main system 196 manual configuration with
message
resident system 196 telnet 225
diode current leakage 114
update tool 197 manual configuration 224
heater failed 119
updates 197, 176 TCP/IP parameter configuration 217
heater power at limit 120
upgrade/downgrade 176 using default 220
ignition without cover 112, 112
flow cell using stored 219
illegal temperature value from sensor
correction factors 77 what you have to do first 216, 216
at air inlet 119
Max-Light cartridge flow cell 92 leak parts illegal value from sensor on main
Max-Light high sensitivity cell 92 replace 174 board 118
solvent information 239 leak sensor open 110 remote timeout 108
frequency range 29 leak sensor short 109 uv heater current 117
leak 112 uv ignition failed 116
G line frequency 29 uv lamp current 115
general error messages 107 line voltage 29 uv lamp voltage 115
grating 18 linearity wavelength calibration failed 117
specifications 36 module firmware
H lost CAN partner 109 replace 176

humidity 29
M N
I MAC negative absorbance 86
address 216 Noise and Linearity
inline pressure relief valve kit 74
maintenance specifications 36
installation
definition of 158 noise 140
bench space 28
drying the leak sensor 173 non-operating altitude 29
environment 28
power considerations 26 feedback 213 non-operating temperature 29
lamp and flow cell RFID tag 178
install
overview 161
doors 163

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O power considerations 26 serial number

power consumption 29 information 201, 200
operating Altitude 29
power cords 27 set up
operating principle 24
product description 11, 12, 13 detector 43
operating temperature 29
setting up an analysis 56
optical 14
system 14
Q settings
method parameters 47
optimization quick noise test 137
shutdown 107
detector performance 70
R signal wavelength 94
detector sensitivity 92
for sensitivity, selectivity, linearity, site requirements
radio interference 237
dispersion 76 power cords 27
remote (ERI) 204
how to get the best performance 70 slit test 143
remote
margins for negative absorbance 86 slit width 84
cables 188
of selectivity 87 slit
remove
peak width 77 fixed 17
doors 163
performance 69 programmable 17
sample and reference repairs
solvents 239
wavelength 81 cautions and warnings 159
sound emission 238
slit width 84 replacing firmware 176
special interfaces 205
spectra acquisition 86 replace
special settings
wavelength and bandwidth 92 deuterium lamp 164
boot main 210
optimizing leak parts 174
boot-resident 210
1260 System 91 max-light cartridge cell 167
specification
flow cell 73 response time (peak width) 77
physical 29
overpressure relieve valve kit 74 response time versus time constant 36
specifications 36
overview response time 95
noise and linearity 36
cable 184 RS-232C
performance 34, 30, 32
cable 193
spectra
P running the sample 62
acquisition 86
parts identification store
accessory kit 181 S Max-light cartridge cell 172
peak width (response time) 77 safety class I 230 suppression
peak width 95 safety quantifying 87
performance specifications 32 general information 230 system 14
performance standards 29 optical 14
optimization 70 symbols 234
specifications 34, 30, 32 sample and reference wavelength 81 T
photometric accuracy 77 selectivity optimization 87
TCP/IP parameter configuration 217
physical specifications 29 self test 129
telnet

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configuration 225 V
temperature sensor 112
voltage range 29
test cell
usage 127
W
test function
astm drift 140 warm up of detector 98
cell test 134 warnings and cautions 159
conditions 128 waste
D/A converter 151 electrical and electronic
DAC 151 equipment 236
dark current 154 wavelength and bandwidth
failing 128 optimization 92
intensity test 131 wavelength calibration 148
introduction 122 wavelength recalibration lost 118
max-light cartridge 127 wavelength verification
noise 140 test 146
quick noise test 137 WEEE directive 236
self test 129 weight 29
slit 143
test cell cartridge 127
wavelength calibration 148
wavelength verification 146
tests
available tests vs interface 102
time constant versus response time 36
timeout 107
troubleshooting
available tests vs interface 102
error messages 106

U
USB 203
Using
detector 60
priming and purging the system 56
requirements and conditions 58
running the sample 62
setting up an analysis 56
typical chromatogram 59

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This manual contains technical reference

information about the Agilent 1290 Infinity II
Diode Array Detector FS (with fixed slit)
(G7117A), Agilent 1290 Infinity II Diode Array
Detector (with variable slit) (G7117B), and
Agilent 1260 Infinity II Diode Array Detector
HS (with fixed slit) (G7117C).
The manual describes the following:
• introduction and specifications,
• using and optimizing,
• troubleshooting and diagnose,
• maintenance,
• parts identification,
• hardware information,
• safety and related information.

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