Installation Agent

223-10286G
CLASS-Agent Version 2
Installation Procedures
Read this manual carefully before operating the software, and retain
it for future reference.
SHIMADZU CORPORATION
ANALYTICAL & MEASURING INSTRUMENTS DIVISION
KYOTO, JAPAN
Before Using CLASS-Agent Software
Thank you for purchasing CLASS-Agent Software. To get the most out of this software, read this
manual carefully before use.
This instruction manual describes how to use and operate CLASS-Agent. It assumes that the user has a
basic familiarity with Windows® 95/98/NT/2000/XP/2003 and experience using a personal computer.
The basic terminology used in Windows® 95/98/NT/2000/XP/2003 is used in this instruction manual to
explain procedures for using CLASS-Agent Software. For definitions of unfamiliar words, please refer
to the Windows® 95/98/NT/2000/XP/2003 manual or help file.
A first-time user of Windows® 95/98/NT/2000/XP/2003 should first obtain a basic level of

understanding of the operating system before reading this manual.
Software Restrictions
1. This Software is the proprietary property of the Shimadzu Corporation. Shimadzu Corporation retains
all rights to this Software.
2. No part of this Software may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means, except for
installation and routine backup. No part of this Software may be leased, assigned, transferred,
recompiled or altered in any form or by any means.
3. Shimadzu Corporation shall not be liable to the purchaser or any other person for any loss or damage
arising out of the use or operation of this Software.
* MS-Windows95/98/NT/2000/XP/2003, MS-Excel, MS-Word, MS-Access and MS-SQLServer are

trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
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* Oracle8i and Oracle9i are trademarks of the ORACLE Corporation.
Contents
Preface
About CLASS-Agent Software
About the Instruction Manual
Important Information
Chapter 1 Specifications
1.1 System Requirements ......................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.1 CLASS-VP Agent / GCMSsolution Agent / UVProbe Agent /
IRsolution Agent ....................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.2 CLASS-Balance / Public Agent ................................................................................ 1-1
1.1.3 Management Client Package ..................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Precautions ......................................................................................................................... 1-2
Chapter 2 Installation Procedures

2.1 Checklist Before Installation .............................................................................................. 2-1
2.2 Client Installation ............................................................................................................... 2-3
2.2.1 Setting Up Shimadzu User Authentication Tool....................................................... 2-5
2.2.2 Setting Up CLASS-Agent Manager.......................................................................... 2-9
2.2.3 Setting Up the CLASS Agent Software .................................................................. 2-14
2.3 Server Installation ............................................................................................................ 2-17
2.4 Checklist After Installation .............................................................................................. 2-18
2.5 Uninstalling Software....................................................................................................... 2-19
2.6 How to Setup Windows XP SP2...................................................................................... 2-20
Chapter 3 Update
3.1 Precautions ......................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Settings............................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Settings for CLASS-VP Version 5.03 or Higher ...................................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Settings for GCsolution Version 2.10 or Higher....................................................... 3-8
3.3 Operation.......................................................................................................................... 3-11
3.4 Points changed by version 2.20........................................................................................ 3-12
3.4.1 Items common to automatic registration and manual registration........................... 3-12
3.4.2 Common items for automatic registration ............................................................... 3-12
3.4.3 CLASS-VP Agent ................................................................................................... 3-14
3.4.4 GCMSsolution Agent.............................................................................................. 3-15
3.4.5 Public Agent............................................................................................................ 3-16
Chapter 4 Converting a Database

4.1 Converting a Database ....................................................................................................... 4-1
Appendix
CLASS Agent Software Operating Environment Check Sheet
Preface
About CLASS-Agent Software
CLASS-Agent Software is database management software designed to create a link between data
processing application software and a database. It provides various database management
functions and capabilities. Data can be automatically stored in a database that is created in a
format used in general-purpose database applications, such as MS-Access and MS SQL Server
and Oracle. Data stored in the database can be sorted by sample, instrument or user. This makes it
easier for the user to sort analysis/measurement data (analysis/measurement files) that are read
from any Shimadzu chromatogram data processing product (CLASS-VP, LabSolutions) or from
any balance.
With this software, the user can perform an analysis without having to decide where to store
analysis results and what to specify as a filename. The user is able to analyze data stored in a
database, summarize analysis results, and prepare detailed printed reports like test reports,
summary reports, and daily routine reports. These data management capabilities are designed to
relieve the user from the burden of storing and recording data, thereby increasing the efficiency of
routine operations.
In this software, a database can be created in a format used by commercially available

general-purpose database applications. The user is able to create a personalized database using
such application software as MS-Access, MS-Excel and MS-Word.
About the Instruction Manual

The authors have used their best efforts to prepare this document and provide current information.
However, the information and software discussed in this document are subject to change. For the
latest information, read the contents of the "README2.TXT" file in the program directory of this
software.
The names of data processing software and equipment are expressed generically. Model names
and type names are indicated where it is necessary to identify software or equipment.
This software package is referred to as "CLASS-Agent Software" in this manual.
Important Information
The following conventions are used throughout this instruction manual to indicate important
information.
[CAUTION] indicates a potentially hazardous situation where damage to property may occur if
precautions are not followed.
[NOTE] emphasizes additional information that increase the efficiency of operations or

expand the understanding of topics.
Chapter 1 Specifications
1.1 System Requirements.............................................................................. 1-1
1.1.1 CLASS-VP Agent / GCMSsolution Agent / UVProbe Agent / IRsolution Agent .1-1
1.1.2 CLASS-Balance / Public Agent .............................................................................1-1
1.1.3 Management Client Package ..................................................................................1-1
1.2 Precautions.............................................................................................. 1-2
1 Specifications
1.1 System Requirements

CLASS-Agent Software must run in the operating environment that conforms to the
specifications described below. Before installing CLASS-Agent Software, ensure that the
personal computer meets the following minimum specifications for each CLASS-Agent
component.
[NOTE] When using client/server databases (SQL Server, MSDE and Oracle8), a LAN card
is required. (A LAN card is also required for standalone operation.)
1.1.1 CLASS-VP Agent / GCMSsolution Agent / UVProbe Agent /

IRsolution Agent
Item Requirements Remarks
Personal Computer Compatible with operation environment
of each workstation software
Video Display SVGA (800 × 600 pixels) or better
CRT Compatible with the Video Display
described above
OS Compatible with operation environment MS Windows (English)
of each workstation software
Memory Compatible with WorkStation software +64MB is recommended
And 64 MB or more preferred
Version CLASS-VP Version 5.02 or higher
GCMSsolution Version 2.00 or higher
UVProbe Agent Version 1.12 or higher
IRsolution Version 1.10 or higher
1.1.2 CLASS-Balance / Public Agent

Personal Computer IBM-compatible PC. Notebook PCs Pentium 166 MHz or higher
acceptable. preferred
described above
OS MS
Windows95/98/NT/2000/XP(English)
Memory 64 MB or more preferred
1.1.3 Management Client Package

Personal Computer IBM-compatible PC. Notebook PCs Pentium 166 MHz or higher
acceptable. preferred
described above
OS MS
Windows95/98/NT/2000/XP(English)
Memory 64 M8 MB or more preferred
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1 Specifications
1.2 Precautions
Installation log
If the software does not start successfully after setup, completely shut down the personal
computer, then start it up again. Close any open applications before re-installing the
software.
The information on installed files is described in “Agent.log."
Precautions for installation when running Windows® NT/2000

When using Windows® NT/2000, a user having administrator privileges must install the
software, otherwise CLASS-Agent programs will not function normally. To re-install the
software under Windows NT/2000, the software must first be uninstalled.
Complete uninstallation procedure (for system administrator)

This procedure removes all program information upon uninstallation.
1) From the task bar, choose [Start] - [Settings] - [Control Panel] - [Add/Remove Programs].
2) Select a program related to the Agent, and click the [Add/Remove] button to uninstall it.
3) Delete the installation destination folder (C:\Agent2).
4) Start up the Registry Editor (regedit.exe), and delete the following entries.
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\VB and VBA Program Settings\Agent2
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\SHIMADZU\Agent2\Common
[NOTE] Use caution when deleting registry entries.
For LabSolutions series

LabSolutions series is provided register to the Agent database.
Please install only 'User authentication tool' and 'Agent Manager'.
* LCsolution Ver1.00
* LCMSsolution Ver3.00
* GCsolution Ver2.30
GCsolution Agent Ver2.30 is setup in the following folders before GCsolution Ver2.2.
(CD-ROM drive:)\gcsol\Disk1\Setup.Exe
LCMSsolution Agent Ver2.11 is setup in the following folders before LCMSsolution Ver2.
(CD-ROM drive:)\lmsol\Disk1\Setup.Exe
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Chapter 2 Installation Procedures
2.1 Checklist Before Installation ...................................................................2-1
2.2 Client Installation ....................................................................................2-3
2.2.1 Setting Up Shimadzu User Authentication Tool .................................................... 2-5
2.2.2 Setting Up CLASS-Agent Manager ....................................................................... 2-9
2.2.3 Setting Up the CLASS Agent Software ............................................................... 2-14
2.3 Server Installation..................................................................................2-17
2.4 Checklist After Installation....................................................................2-18
2.5 Uninstalling Software ...........................................................................2-19
2.6 How to Setup Windows XP SP2 ...........................................................2-20
2 Installation Procedures
2.1 Checklist Before Installation

1. Personal Computer Specifications
Before installing CLASS-Agent Software, ensure that the personal computer meets the
minimum system requirements described in Chapter 1.
2. Available Hard Disk Space

CLASS-Agent Software requires a maximum of 150 MB of free space on the hard drive.
Check the available disk space before starting the installation.
3. List of .OCX Files

Listed below are .OCX files used in CLASS-Agent Software. The .OCX files are library
files created in version 6.0 of Microsoft Visual Basic. While these files are used in other
application software, they cannot be shared in CLASS-Agent Software.
COMDLG32.OCX
MSCOMCTL.OCX
MSCOMCT2.OCX
COMCT332.OCX
MSFLXGRD.OCX
TABCTL32.OCX
4. Custom Fonts
If a custom font is selected by choosing [Control Panel] - [Display] - [Appearance] tab, text
in the custom font cannot be properly displayed by CLASS-Agent programs.
5. Date and Time Formats

In CLASS-Agent Software, dates and times are displayed on the screen in the Date and Time
formats that are set by choosing [Control Panel] - [Regional Settings] in MS-Windows
95/98/NT/2000/XP. In CLASS-Agent Manager, dates and times for particular data are
displayed in formats determined by the settings stored in the common.inf2 file.
6. Handling the Setup Disk

CLASS-Agent Software comes on a CD-ROM disk. If the software was installed from a
CD-ROM disk, store the CD-ROM disk in a safe place for future use. Follow the handling
precautions described below.
CD Handling Precautions
• Do not touch the unprinted surface of the compact disk. Care should be taken to avoid
fingerprints, dirt, scratches, dust or condensation/moisture. If the compact disk is dirty,
clean it with dry cloth, commercially available CD cleaners or ethyl alcohol. Never use
benzene, thinner, anti-static agent or LP cleaners. Care should be taken to prevent
condensation from forming on the labeled surface of the compact disk.
• Do not leave the compact disk in a place subject to direct sunlight, heat sources or
moisture.
• Do not write on the surface of the compact disk.
• Do not stick adhesive labels to the surface of the compact disk.
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7. Installing from Floppy Disks

This instruction manual describes installation procedures for installing from a CD-ROM. If
the personal computer has no CD-ROM drive, use another personal computer equipped with
a CD-ROM drive to copy setup program files to floppy disks before starting the installation.
The number of installation disks depends on which CLASS-Agent components to be
installed. For detailed information, refer to instructions contained in the README2.TXT
file. Prepare the specified number of blank floppy disks (1.44 MB formatted).
After obtaining the appropriate number of blank floppy disks, copy each subdirectory to a
floppy disk (at one directory per floppy disk). Attach a label to each floppy disk, indicating
the name of the software package and a disk number. Insert the floppy disk labeled DISK1
into the floppy disk drive and start a SETUP.EXE program. Follow the instructions that
appear on the screen. Installation procedures for installing from floppy disks are the same as
those for installing from a CD-ROM.
Example: To install CLASS-VP Agent programs from floppy disks, follow these steps:
1. Obtain twelve (7) formatted blank floppy disks. Copy the DISK1-DISK7 subdirectories in
the SmzAtst directory to the blank floppy disks.
2. Obtain twelve (12) formatted blank floppy disks. Copy the DISK1-DISK12 subdirectories
in the AGENTMAN directory to the blank floppy disks.
3. Obtain two (2) formatted blank floppy disks. Copy the DISK1 and DISK2 subdirectories
in the VP60 directory to the blank floppy disks.
4. Insert the DISK1 floppy disk copied in Step 1 into the floppy disk drive, and run
SETUP.EXE. Follow the instructions on the screen to set up The Shimadzu User
Authentication Tool.
5. Insert the DISK1 floppy disk copied in Step 2 into the floppy disk drive, and run
SETUP.EXE. Follow the instructions on the screen to set up CLASS-Agent Manager.
6. To install the Auto Agent program for CLASS-VP, Insert the DISK1 floppy disk copied in
Step 3 into the floppy disk drive, and run SETUP.EXE. Follow the instructions on the
screen to set up the Auto Agent program for CLASS-VP Agent.
Do not copy CLASS-Agent Software to floppy disks for any purpose other than installation.
8. Contents changed according to updating to version 2.20

Functions extended by version 2.20 such as database access right or automatic login by
system user are described in Chapter 3.
9. When doing setup under the domain environment

When installing application and Agent such as Office, Acrobat, after making a PC
participate in the domain, do setup.
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2.2 Client Installation

Since version 2.3, the installation disk for the client and the installation disk for the server exist.
Option programs such as the LIMS connection and the finger print recognition system are
included in the installation disk for the server. In these option programs, when installed in the
client PC, use an installation disk for the server.
First install the Shimadzu User Authentication tool, then install the CLASS-Agent Manager
programs, and finally install the other components of CLASS-Agent Software. Also, install
MSDE and a database creating tool as occasion demands.
[NOTE] CLASS-Agent Software consists of several components, each of which can be
installed during the installation of CLASS-Agent Manager.
The following installation procedures assume installation from a CD-ROM.

The procedures in Section 2.2.3 are not performed when only Agent Manager is to be installed.
To install programs, follow these steps:

1) Obtain the CD-ROM disk for CLASS-Agent Software. Insert the CD-ROM disk into your
CD-ROM drive.
2) Several seconds after the CD-ROM disk inserted, the installation wizard is displayed as
shown below.
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[NOTE] If the installation wizard does not automatically start, or to restart the installation
wizard, use the "Run" command in Windows NT as follows. Choose [Start] → [Run]
to open the "Run" dialog box. Click the [Browse] button and choose a SETUP.EXE
program from the root folder on the CD-ROM. Then click the OK button to run the
setup program.
- The "Run" dialog box -
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2.2.1 Setting Up Shimadzu User Authentication Tool
1) Click the [Shimadzu User Authentication Tool] button. (As the analyzers supported vary
depending on version of Agent, screen configuration may differ from the figure in some
cases.)
[NOTE] When IE4 or higher is not installed and Windows 95 or 98SE is used, before
installing The Shimadzu User Authentication Tool, you have to install a DCOM
program from CD for an setup of CLASS-Agent.
Unless a DCOM program is not installed, an error may occur at the time of starting
and each CLASS-Agent program may not start.
Using Windows 95: (drive of CD-ROM)\Microsoft\DCOM Dcom95.exe
Using Windows 98: (drive of CD-ROM)\Microsoft\DCOM Dcom98.exe
please be sure to reboot a personal computer after installation of DCOM.

* As the analyzers supported vary depending on version of Agent, screen
configuration may differ from the figure in some cases.
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2) The installation program for the Shimadzu User Authentication Tool starts. Click the [Next]
button to proceed.
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3) Click the [Next] button, the next wizard screen is displayed and the installation process
begins.
4) The screen shown below is displayed. If this is the first installation, click the [OK] button. For
re-installation or when the ADO has been already installed by MS-Office installation, click the
[No] button.
- For re-installation -
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5) When installation is finished, the following message is displayed. During re-installation, or

when installing any OS other than NT, a different message is displayed.
Click the [Finish] button to restart the computer immediately.
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2.2.2 Setting Up CLASS-Agent Manager

1) Start up the setup file from the CD-ROM. Then click the [CLASS-Agent Manager] button.
[NOTE] The install program can be started using the Run command in MS-Windows
95/98/NT/2000/XP. Choose [Start] → [Run] to open the "Run" dialog box. Click the
[Browse] button and choose the SETUP.EXE program from the root folder on the
CD-ROM. Click the [OK] button to run the setup program.
- Run -
2) The installation program for the CLASS-Agent Manager starts. Click the [Next] button to
proceed.
[Next] button
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3) Click the [Next] button to install the programs in the default destination folder. Click the
[Browse] button to install the programs in a different folder.
4) In the next wizard screen, type the license number in the text box and click the [Next] button.
The license number comes with the software package. A “license number” label is affixed to
the plastic case that contains the CD-ROM. The term “L/N” stands for license number.
Type the license number indicated on the CD-ROM case.
[NOTE] Clicking the [Next] button without entering a license number will result in the
software package being installed as a beta test version. The beta test version is used
under the same conditions as the final release version. It is valid for a period of three
months commencing on the date it was installed. The beta version cannot be
re-installed except to install a licensed final release version.
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5) After the license number has been properly entered, the next wizard screen is displayed.
Type the serial number in the text box and click the [Next] button. The serial number comes
with the software package. A “serial number” label is affixed to the plastic case that contains
the CD-ROM. The term “S/N” stands for serial number.
Type the serial number indicated on the CD-ROM case.
[NOTE] If an incorrect serial number is entered, clicking the [Next] button will not proceed to
the next step.
6) If the serial number is correctly entered, the "ER/ES Mode" (Electric Record / Electric
Signature) screen is displayed when the [Next] button is clicked. Choosing the [Yes] button
partially limits the functions of the Agent Manager. This function is not normally used. Click
the [No] button.
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7) Installed database functions are detected and the next screen is displayed.
If any SQL Server formatted databases are installed, remove the check, and click the [Next]
button so that you can use the existing DAO or ODBC. If not installed, click the [Next]
button to install the database functions.
8) The next wizard screen is displayed, and the installation process begins.
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9) When installation is finished, the following message is displayed. During re-installation, or

when installing an OS other than NT, a different message is displayed.
10) Agent Manager must be configured before use. Refer to the Agent Manager Instruction
Manual for details.
The following section describes how to install the other components of CLASS-Agent
Software.
[NOTE] To display IR data registered on CLASS-Agent manager with IRViewer of data

browsing PC, IRsolution must be installed in the PC.
Install the software for granting secondary use right of IRsolution. In addition, when
installing IRsolution software, also install Data Extractor.
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2.2.3 Setting Up the CLASS Agent Software

1) Start the setup file from the CD-ROM in the same way as for installation of the Agent
Manager. Click the button corresponding to the desired software package.
[NOTE] As for Public Agent, since version 2.3, the program of the Exe form like the past or
the service program became selectable.
In the case after NT/2000/XP, generally, choose a service program (the default
setting).
The following section uses the installation of CLASS-VP as an example.
2) After specifying the component to install, the installation wizard starts. Click the [Next]
button to proceed.
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3) In the next wizard screen, type the license number in the text box and click the [Next] button.
The license number comes with the software package. A “license number” label is affixed to
the plastic case that contains the CD-ROM. The term “L/N” stands for license number.
Type the license number indicated on the CD-ROM case.
[NOTE] Clicking the [Next] button without entering the license number will result in the
software package being installed as a beta test version. The beta test version is used
under the same conditions as the final release version. It is valid for a period of three
months commencing on the date it was installed. The beta version cannot be
re-installed except to install a licensed final release version.
4) After the license number has been properly entered, the next wizard screen is displayed. Type
the serial number in the text box and click the [Next] button. The serial number comes with the
software package. A “serial number” label is affixed to the plastic case that contains the
CD-ROM. The term “S/N” stands for serial number.
Type the serial number indicated on the CD-ROM case.
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[NOTE] If an incorrect serial number is entered, clicking the [Next] button will not proceed
to the next step.
5) After the serial number has been properly entered, clicking the [Next] button will proceed to
the next wizard screen and start the installation process.
6) A message will be displayed indicating that the installation was completed successfully. Click
the [Finish] button.
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2.3 Server Installation

The program to operate by the server and the option program are mainly included in the
installation disk for the server. Using the installation disk for the server, the option programs
such as the LIMS I/F and the finger print recognition system can be installed in the client PC,
too.
First install the Shimadzu User Authentication tool, then install the CLASS-Agent Manager
programs, and finally install the other components of CLASS-Agent Software. Also, install
MSDE and a database creating tool as occasion demands.
As for the installation of the Shimazu user authentication tool and the CLASS-Agent manager,
refer to " 2.2 Client Installation ".
As for the option program, install according to the instruction of the screen.
Item Contents
LIMS Interface This is the program to send and receive data with the
Agent database and the host computer.
Agent Adjust Time This is the program to make the date and time of the
server and the client synchronize.
For setting method, refer to the Readme file which is
created when installing.
SecuGen USB Driver Installation This is a driver program for the USB interface to use with
the device for the finger print.
Agent Finger Print Utility This is the software which is necessary to register finger
print. Install only to the PC using finger print system.
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2.4 Checklist After Installation

To ensure that the installation has been completed successfully, follow the instructions below.
1. Ensure that the Agent Manager runs properly.

1) Click [Start] - [Programs] -[CLASS-Agent Software Ver.2.0] - [Agent Manager].
2) The "Login" dialog box is displayed. Log into the Agent Manager using "Admin" as an
ID. Leave the "Password" text box blank if starting Agent Manager for the first time,
otherwise, enter the correct password for this ID. Click [OK] to continue.
[NOTE] After installation, use the following login ID that will identify you as a default
user in supervisor level settings. This login ID cannot be deleted. An authorized
user is requested to change a password after starting up the Agent Manager. Do
not forget this password.
• Login ID: Admin
• Password:
(At first the “Password” is in blank)
2. Ensure that all program files have been properly copied to your hard disk.
Click the [Start] button; point to [Programs] and check for the "CLASS-Agent Software
Ver.2.0" contents.
3. Check for the presence of the installed files as described in Appendix: Operating
Environment Check Sheet.
Complete the check sheet to verify the operating environment of installed files.
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2.5 Uninstalling Software

This section describes how to remove installed components of CLASS-Agent Software.
Because the system log ( the file name: Log2.mdb ) of the Access form ( the extension: MDB ) is
deleted, when necessary, reserve a backup.
Procedure
1) Click the [Start] button, point to [Settings] and click [Control Panel].
2) The "Control Panel" window is displayed on the screen.
3) Double-click the "Add/Remove Programs" icon to open the "Add/Remove Programs"

wizard.
Choose an application
name.
4) Choose an installed CLASS-Agent component to remove, and click the [Add/Remove]

button. The selected CLASS-Agent component can be removed automatically.
[NOTE] Only program files are removed. Other files (data files) are not removed.
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2.6 How to Setup Windows XP SP2

The user authentication tool and Class-Agent support Windows XP with SP2.
However, if you use a computer running Windows XP SP2 as a database (MSDE or Oracle)
server which is shared among several computers, you will need to change the firewall con-
figuration. There is no need to change the Windows XP SP2 settings for client’s computers. In
addition, when MSDE or Oracle is used as a stand-alone, the setting changes are not required.
To solve these problems and to connect the CLASS-Agent and User authentication tool, perform
the following steps.
2.6.1 Disable the Firewall configuration on a PC

In most companies, firewall programs should already be running on computer systems. In that
case, the Windows firewall configuration is generally unnecessary. (The Windows firewall
provides some protection against attacks when individual users directly access the Internet
without a router. If a router is built in, configure the firewall settings on the router and not on
each separate computer.)
The following instructions detail how to turn off your firewall settings in order to avoid problem
in Windows XP SP2.
Note that this applies to server computers installed with a CLASS-Agent database. There is no
need to apply these settings to other computers connected to analytical instruments.
Procedure
1) Log on to Windows as Administrator.
2) From the “Start” menu, click “Settings” and then “Control Panel”. The Control Panel dialog
box will appear.
3) Open the Windows Firewall. When running in LUNA mode, switch “Control Panel” to
Classic view and open Windows Firewall.
4) Select the “Off [not recommended]” radio button under the “General” tab and click on the
“OK” button.
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2.6.2 Enable the PC firewall and open the specific port

If the Windows firewall is used, you need to configure settings per service program, as well as
Windows XP SP2 Firewall settings. As for the network service functions (file-sharing etc.)
provided by Windows, the necessary settings get configured at the time when the function itself
is set, and therefore it is not necessary to make separate configurations for standard functions.
However, if you use our CLASS-Agent, settings for MSDE and Oracle are required.
Procedure
1) Log onto Windows as Administrator.
2) From the “Start” menu, click “Settings” and then “Control Panel”. The Control Panel dialog
box will appear.
3) Open the Windows Firewall. (When running in LUNA mode, switch “Control Panel” to
Classic view and open Windows Firewall.)
4) Select the “On [recommended]” radio button under the “General” tab and de-select “Don’t
allow exceptions” radio button. Click the “OK” button.
2.6.2.1 SQLServer (MSDE)

The 1433 TCP port and 1434 UDP port are used in a standard installation of a MSDE.
Therefore, these two ports must be removed from the firewall on computers configured with
the Windows firewall. If non-standard ports or dynamic ports are used, check with your
Systems Administrator for settings. Here are the steps for configuring the Firewall.
Procedure
2) From the “Start” menu, click on “Settings” and then “Control Panel”. The Control Panel
dialog box will appear.
Classic view and open Windows Firewall.)
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4) Click on the “Exceptions” tab.

5) Click on the “Add Port” button.
6) Type “SQLServer” in the “Name” box.
7) Enter the number “1433” in the “Port number” box.
8) Select the “TCP” radio button.
9) Click the “OK” button.
10) Return to the “Exceptions” dialog box. Click on the “Add Port” button.
11) Type “SQL Server” in the “Name” box.
13) Select the [UDP] radio button.
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15) Return to the “Exceptions” tab. Click on the “OK” button to complete the set-up process.
2.6.2.2 Oracle
The 1521 TCP port is used as a standard installation in Oracle. Therefore, this port must be
removed from the firewall on computers configured with the Windows firewall. In addition,
as dynamic ports are used for sending/receiving data over Oracle, it is necessary to configure
the registry settings so that the dynamic port and the Listner are the same (i.e. port 1521).
Procedure
2) From the “Start” menu, click “Settings” and then “Control Panel”. The Control Panel
dialog box will appear.
Classic view and open Windows firewall.)
4) Click on the “Exceptions” tab.
5) Click on the “Add Port” button.
6) Type “Oracle” in the “Name” box.
8) Select the “TCP” radio button.
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10) From the “Start” menu, click ” Run…”

11) Type “regedit” in the ‘Name’ box and then run the “Registry Editor”.
12) Locate the following registry key:
“HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\ORACLE\HOME0”
13) Create a string value named “USE_SHARE_SOCKET” and set to “TRUE” in the “Value
Data” column.
14) Complete the “Registry Editor”.
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3.1 Precautions...............................................................................................3-1
3.2 Settings ....................................................................................................3-2
3.2.1 Settings for CLASS-VP Version 5.03 or Higher.................................................... 3-2
3.2.2 Settings for GCsolution Version 2.10 or Higher .................................................... 3-8
3.3 Operation ...............................................................................................3-11
3.4 Points changed by version 2.20 .............................................................3-12
3.4.1 Items common to automatic registration and manual registration........................ 3-12
3.4.2 Common items for automatic registration............................................................ 3-12
3.4.3 CLASS-VP Agent ................................................................................................ 3-14
3.4.4 GCMSsolution Agent........................................................................................... 3-15
3.4.5 Public Agent......................................................................................................... 3-16
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3.1 Precautions
• Current settings may be overwritten if the software is re-installed or upgraded.
Settings for previous installations of CLASS-Agent software will occasionally be overwritten
when performing a re-installation or upgrade.
• Start CLASS-Agent Manager, and confirm that the link condition of the database, user
registration information and environment settings are set up properly after an upgrade is
completed.
Start the automatic registration program of each model, and confirm that the environment
settings, database settings of the analysis device and database assignment settings are set up
properly.
• Read the README2.TXT file included in the installation folder.
• Because the upgrade can be easily accomplished, it should be performed by the user. There is a
charge if Shimadzu service personnel perform the upgrade.
• The function which coped with the upgrade of Agent for CLASS-VP only after Ver.5.03 of
CLASS-VP is included. Therefore, when it is used after CLASS-VP Ver5.03, the change of the
movement environment is necessary. Refer to the next clause for the details.
The manual Agent software for CLASS-VP can’t use the version of CLASS-VP before
Ver5.02. And, a part function of the manual Agent for CLASS-VP is restricted. Upgrade
CLASS-VP after Ver.5.03 when having all functions used.
To make full use of the functions of CLASS-VP Agent Ver2, CLASS-VP should be upgraded
to Ver. 6.12 or later.
• The function which coped with the upgrade of Agent for GCsolution Ver. 2.10 and later is
included. Therefore, when it is used after GCsolution Ver. 2.10, , the change of the movement
environment is necessary. Refer to the next clause for the details.
To make full use of the functions of GCsolution Agent software Ver2, GCsolution should be
upgraded to Ver. 2.10 or later.
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3.2 Settings
3.2.1 Settings for CLASS-VP Version 5.03 or Higher
3.2.1.1 Converting a Database

In CLASS-Agent Ver. 2, databases have been expanded. Consequently, databases in
CLASS-Agent Ver. 1.xx format (hereafter referred to as "Ver. 1 format") cannot be used directly.
Databases in the Ver. 1 format should be converted to the Ver. 2 format using the database
conversion utility.
For further information, see the Chapter 4, “Converting a Database”.
3.2.1.2 Method Settings

Before using CLASS-VP Agent, perform the Method settings for automatic entries. See the
CLASS-VP Agent Version 2 Instruction Manual for operation of CLASS-VP Software.
Procedure
1) Choose [Method] - [Advanced]. Advanced settings are specific to each channel; therefore,
each channel must be set. The number of instruments connected is the number of channels,
thus the number of settings required.
2) The "Advanced Settings" dialog box is displayed.

• Turn on the "Export Enabled" check box. This check box must be checked to register data
to a database. If this check box is off, no file is exported, and the Automatic Agent program
will not detect exported data.
• In the "Export options" section, set the "Field separator" list box to "Tab."
• Specify an export file folder for all channels.
This option must be selected for an import file folder to be specified in environment
settings for CLASS-VP Automatic Agent programs. If using an older version than Version
5.02 of CLASS-VP, specify an import file folder for each channel.
• Select "Standard Reports" from the list box to cancel all parameters to be exported.
If using an older version than Version 5.02 of CLASS-VP, select all options for an import
file folder.
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Check this check box.
Cancel all parameters

to be exported
Click on this button to select.
Specify the same folder name as the

import folder specified in the System
Configuration settings for Automatic Agent.
• Set up export parameters as shown in the figure below. Check the "Export Enabled" box
and select [Miscellaneous] from the "Parameters to export" drop down box. Select
"Sample Information" and click the right (green) arrow button to move it into the "Export
these parameters" box.
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• CLASS-VP version 6.12 or later, can exported Method Custom Reports in the PDF format.
To store PDF files in databases, you need setting of CLASS-VP` Agent and preparing an
Acrobat software.
• Select "Chromatogram" from the list box, and move “AIA (*.CDF)” to the "Export these
parameters" pane. When using version 5.02 of CLASS-VP Agent, AIA-formatted files that
contain three-dimensional chromatograms cannot be exported.
3) After the settings for each channel is complete, save the Method settings.
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3.2.1.3 Configuration Settings

This section describes how to perform settings for the basic operating conditions of the
Automatic or Manual Agent program. The use of this feature is restricted to users having the
Properties/Option permissions.
Check this check box. Designate the folder
• The "CLASS-VP 5.03 form" check box

Check this box if CLASS-VP Ver. 5.03 or later is being used. Remove the check to maintain
compatibility with CLASS-VP Ver. 5.02 and CLASS-VP Agent Ver. 1.10 and below. This
setting may be made when using CLASS-VP Ver. 5.03 or higher.
• The "Import folder" text box

Specify the same folder name that was selected for the export file folder in the advanced
settings menu as described in Section 3.2.1.2.
The export folder name does not need to be changed for every instrument if CLASS-VP Ver.
5.03 or higher is being used.
• The "Register data file after reprocessing" check box

When checked, automatic registration to the database occurs after re-analysis. When
unchecked, registration to the database occurs only at the time of actual analysis. This option is
available only when using CLASS-VP Ver. 5.03 or higher.
• Registering an Acrobat File (*.PDF) to [Link File 10]

This function is available in CLASS-VP version 6.12 or later.
When this check box is turned on, an Acrobat file (*.PDF) exported from CLASS-VP can be
displayed in Acrobat, by double clicking on [Link file 10] in the Agent Manager’s sample
information table.
When this check box is turned on, the “Export Folder of Acrobat File (*.PDF)” must be set to
the export folder of CLASS-VP.
• Register VP data file(*.DAT) to Link File 9 field

This function is available in CLASS-VP version6.10 or later.
If this check box is turn on and CLASS-VP is installed, you can see contents of data file, by
double click on the column of [Link file 9] in the Agent Manager’s sample information table.
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Register data file after reprocessing
Registering an Acrobat File (*.PDF) to [Link File 10]
Register VP data file(*.DAT) to Link File 9 field
• Select compression files of Automatic Agent

When it is necessary to also keep the PDF file created at the time of analysis apart from a link
file, including into a compressed file is also possible.
Display a check mark on “File5=Document files(*.PDF)”.
• Select compression files of Manual Agent

When it is necessary to also keep the PDF file created at the time of analysis apart from a link
file, including into a compressed file is also possible, as same as Automatic Agent.
Point [Tool] /[Configuration] in Manual Agent, and display a check mark on
“File5=Document files(*.PDF)”.
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• Register VP data file(*.DAT) to Link File 9 field in Manual Agent

This function is available in CLASS-VP version6.10 or later.
Point [Tool] /[Configuration] in Manual Agent, and display a check mark on
“File5=Document files(*.PDF)” in [Data registration options] menu.
If this check box is turn on and CLASS-VP is installed, you can see an Acrobat format file, by
double click on the column of [Link file 9] in the Agent Manager’s sample information table
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3.2.2 Settings for GCsolution Version 2.10 or Higher

In case of that GCsolution's version is higher than 2.10 and lower than 2.22, do the setting
change which has been described in this section.
Because the feature which is equal to Agent for GCsolution is contained in GCsolution if being
a version after GCsolution2.30, there is not need of the setting change.
Follow the instruction manual of GCsolution.
3.2.2.1 Converting a Database

conversion utility.
For further information, see the Chapter 4, “Converting a Database”.
3.2.2.2 PDF output option Settings

Change the PDF output option setting in GCsolution as follows. Refer to the GCsolution
operation manual for the operation of GCsolution.
Procedure
1) Choose [Tool] → [Option]. The "Setting Options" window is displayed. Select the [PDF
Output] tab and set up the output conditions for PDF files.
Adobe Acrobat software is required to view PDF output files.
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3.2.2.3 Agent Configuration Settings

The following describes how to make settings for the basic operating conditions of the
Automatic/Manual Agent program. The use of this feature is restricted to users having the
Properties/Option permissions.
• Registering an Acrobat File (*.PDF) to [Link File 10]

This function is available in GCsolution version 2.10 or later.
When this check box is turned on, an Acrobat file (*.PDF) exported from GCsolution can be
displayed in Acrobat, by double clicking on [Link file 10] in the Agent Manager’s sample
information table.
• Register Data file(*.GCD) to Link File 9 field

This function is available in GCsolution version2.0 or later.
If this check box is turn on and GCsolution is installed, you can see contents of data file, by
double click on the column of [Link file 9] in the Agent Manager’s sample information table.
Check this check box. Check this check box.
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• Compressed File Setup in Automatic Agent

A PDF file created at the analysis can be contained in the compressed files if necessary. Check
“FILE6=Document file (*.PDF)” in the Compressed File Setup window of Automatic Agent.
This setting is available only in GCsolution Version 2.10 or later.
• Setting of Data file collection for Manual Agent.

If you want to save a raw PDF file, Check the "FILE6= Document file (*.PDF)" checkbox of
the Data file collection screen of Manual Agent. This setting is only available using
GCsolution Version 2.10 or higher.
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3.3 Operation
The update/re-installation procedure is the same as the installation procedure.
Re-enter the license number and the serial number at the time of re-installation.
The procedure for handling a CD-ROM or for updating from floppy disks is the same as the
installation procedure. For further information, see "Handling the Setup Disk" and "Installing
from Floppy Disks" in Chapter 2.
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3.4 Points changed by version 2.20
Some functions have been added in version 2.20. Functions common to all Agents and functions
specific to particular Agents are described in this manual. Be sure to read it before use.
3.4.1 Items common to automatic registration and manual

registration
Items common to all Agents are described in this section.
3.4.1.1 Access right for database

When selecting the database of data storage destination, if there is no ID of the current logined
user in the selected database, a message is displayed indicating that the database cannot be se-
lected. Select other database or the administrator must take measures, such as registering the
user ID for the database that could not be selected, using the function of Agent manager.
Also, user ID is checked when registering the data to the database. If a message is displayed
indicating that the user has no access right when registering the data, take the same action.
Example of screen when the user has no access right
All users can have access to the database that is just after creation.
Setup of access right for each database is performed with Agent manager.
3.4.1.2 Sharing of setting

Even if the logined user of OS is different, contents of setup will be taken over. However, just
after login by a new user, setup of automatic start from start-up that activates simultaneously
with OS is not valid. (Setup is taken over). Setup is effective from next start of PC.
3.4.2 Common items for automatic registration

This section describes items common to automatic registration Agent. Objective softwares are
as follows.
GCMSsolution Agent, IRsolution Agent, UVProbe Agent,, and CLASS-VP Agent
3.4.2.1 Automatic login by system user

It is possible to login automatically without inputting login ID and password as the system user
when automatic registration is started. A change such as configuration is not permitted.
(Displayed in gray). User name is specified as [System User]. When performing logout,
processing is same as Admin. Then input of password for Admin is required. Normally, the
setup screen exists in the configuration menu.
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Example of Gcsolution Agent’s onfiguration
3.4.2.2 Addition of database sort item

In sorting the keyword-preferred database, it is possible to register the sorting of max. 50 cases
(before version 2.20: max. 20 cases).
3.4.2.3 Notification of temporary database registration

When the data is registered in the temporary database, a message is displayed in the status screen
and at the same time, following message box is displayed.
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3.4.3 CLASS-VP Agent

3.4.3.1 Registering the result of system check in the link field
In automatic registration, it is possible to register the system check report file that was created
immediately before in the link file 8 of database.
If this check box is marked, the system check report that was executed just before analysis is
automatically registered. The report is not registered after execution of re-analysis.
System check report registered in the database can be referred by IE by double clicking the
Agent manager.
3.4.3.2 Does not register PDA data

When performing re-analysis on PDA data in automatic registration, it is possible to select
whether the data file is registered in the compressed file and link file.
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3.4.4 GCMSsolution Agent

3.4.4.1 Registering the data file in link field
It is possible to register the data file of GCMSsolution (extension: QCD) in the field of link file
9 of database. For both of automatic registration and manual registration, there is check box to
set up whether register or not at the lower part of registration screen of sample information. By
putting check mark in this check box, the data file is registered in the field of link file 9 of
database.
3.4.4.2 SCAN data is not contained in compressed file

When SCAN data file is registered by manual registration at storing the data, it is possible to set
whether the data file (extension: QGD) is contained in the compressed file or not.
If file size of SCAN data is large and it is considered unnecessary to save the database area,
make this setting valid.
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3.4.4.3 Addition of Specified Amount and IS. Area

As the content to be stored in the data information area, the “Specified Amount” that is set in the
method, and area of substance set as ISTD group (IS. Area), are added.
3.4.5 Public Agent

3.4.5.1 Item that was added to a request text file
The function, which invalidated “An imported file is cleared at the time of the start”, was added
to Record Identification Information item of a request text file.
Request text file constitution

<List of Record Identification Information>
Items Record Identification Info Default
Database name <DbFile> Automatic Agent settings
Server name <ServerName> Automatic Agent settings

absolute path <DbPath> Automatic Agent settings
password <Password> Automatic Agent settings
DataSource name <DataSource> Automatic Agent settings
Database type <DbKind> Automatic Agent settings
Data classification <DataKind> Automatic Agent settings
Instrument number <InstrumentNo> Setting is required
Instrument name <InstrumentName> Automatic Agent settings
Data process type <InstrumentKind> Setting is required
Sample name <SampleName> Null
Sample ID <SampleID> Null
Sample type <SampleType> Null
Operator <Operator> Automatic Agent settings
Operation date <OperateDate> DB Registration date
Inspector <Inspector> Null
Inspectdate <InspectDate> Null
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Approver <Approver> Null

Approval date <ApproveDate> Null
LZH folder <LzhDirectory> Null
LZH request file (full path)1-20 <LzhFile1~20> No compressed files
Management flag 2-8 <ManageFlag2~8> 0
Delete request file (full path)1-20 <DelFile1~20> No deleted files
Object link file name 1-10 <File1~10> Null
File information 1-5 <FileInfo1~5> Null
Sample information 1-10 <Tag1~10> Null
Description <Comment1> Null
It is invalid to clear an import file at the time of <ExistAtLogin> 0(Without fail registration
the start in the case of 1)
Data information <Data>

[NOTE] Details about data information are shown in the list of block identification
information. Records are identified by the CR/LF code.
<List of Block Identification Information>

Data Name Block Identification Info Default
Property 1-3 /P1= ~ /P3= P3: Setting is required
Long data location 1-10 /L1= ~ /L10= Null
Double data location 1-20 /D1= ~ /D20= Null
String data location 1-5 /S1= ~ /S5= Null
[NOTE] Block identification information is delimited by TAB.

In case of no value in block identification, it is processed as null.
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4.1 Converting a Database.............................................................................4-1
4 Converting a Database
4.1 Converting a Database

conversion utility. The database conversion utility is available only in a PC where both
CLASS-Agent Ver. 1xx and CLASS-Agent Ver. 2 are set up.
- The "Login" dialog box. -
Procedure
1) Only users having the “Administrator” permission of the CLASS-Agent Ver. 2 can log in.
Enter the "Login ID" and the "Password" correctly. The Login ID and Password are case
sensitive.
2) Click the [OK] button. If the "Login ID" and "Password" satisfy the following three criteria, a
login is performed.
• The login ID is registered using the Agent Manager.

• The password of the login ID matches.
• The user having the login ID has the Agent/GW process permission.
If the three items above are not satisfied, the system prompts for them to be re-entered.
If a user not having the Agent/GW process permission tries to login or the [Cancel] button is
clicked; the program doesn’t start up.
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- The "Conversion Source Database" window -
The list of databases in CLASS-Agent Ver. 1xx format is displayed.

For each database displayed in the list, a link should be set up in advance using Agent Manager.
Click a conversion source database to select (highlight) it.
[Next] Displays the next "Conversion Destination Database" screen.

[Exit] Exits the program without conversion.
- The "Conversion Destination Database" window -
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The list of databases in CLASS-Agent Ver. 2 format is displayed.

For each database displayed in the list, a link should be set up in advance using Agent Manager.
[NOTE] • The database can be converted only when it is empty (that is, when it stores no
data).
• If a new database does not exist, click the [Create MDB] button and create a new
one.
Click a conversion destination database to select (highlight) it.
[Create MDB] Displays the "Create MDB" screen to create a new Microsoft Access database
in the CLASS-Agent Ver. 2 format
[Back] Returns to the "Conversion Source Database" screen
[Next] Displays the next "Execute" screen.
- The "New MDB Database" window -
File Name Enter a filename of an Access format database to be created.

Folder Selects a folder where the database is stored. Click the [Browse] button to
display the folder selection screen, then select a folder there.
Password Sets a password to the database. If the password set here is forgotten, a link
to the database cannot be set.
Confirm Password Enter the same password again to confirm that the password is correct.
[OK] Creates the database file, and returns to the "Conversion Destination
Database" window.
The information on the created database is added on the "Conversion
Destination Database" window.
[Cancel] Cancels database creation, and returns to the "Conversion Destination
Database" window.
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- The "Execute" window -
Conversion Status Shows the conversion status while converting the database.
The displayed information is stored in the text file "AGENT
CV2.TXT" in the CLASS-Agent Ver. 2 setup folder.
Conversion Source Database Shows information on the conversion source database (Ver.
1.xx format) in the upper right portion of the window.
Conversion Destination Database Shows information on the conversion destination database
(Ver. 2 format) in the lower right portion of the window.
[Start] Starts the conversion process.
[Back] Returns to the "Conversion Source Database" window.
[NOTE] • Only an empty database can be specified as the conversion destination database in
the Ver. 2 format. This database cannot be used for further conversions.
• The deleted log information in the conversion source database may not be
converted.
• If the conversion source database file is damaged, conversion is disabled. If the
format of the conversion source database is "Access," it may be repaired by the
repair tool accessory of Agent Ver. 1.xx.
• Except the following items, all items are converted into same fields in a database
in the Ver. 2 format.
[Sample Information Table (SAMPLETBL_V2)]
Inspector This item is not provided in the Ver. 1.xx. Nothing is displayed
here.
InspectDate This item is not provided in the Ver. 1.xx. Nothing is displayed
here.
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[Data Information Table (DATATBL_V2)]

Double1~15 Field data of Float1 to Float15 in the Ver. 1.xx are stored
here.
Double16~20 The data is converted from short-precision floating point
into double-precision floating point.
[File Information Table (FILETBL_V2)]
IniLzhFileDate This table is not found in the Ver. 1.xx.
IniFileDate1~10 The field data “RegistDate” in the Ver. 1.xx is stored here.
UpLzhFileDate Space is displayed here.
UpFileDate1~10 Space is displayed here.
LzhFileImg If the conversion destination database is “SQL Server” or
“Oracle," compressed storage files in the Ver. 1.xx are
stored in the database. For the Access format, this field is
not used because files are copied.
FileImg1~10 If the conversion destination database is “SQL Server” or
“Oracle," object link files in the Ver. 1.xx are stored in the
database. For the Access format, this field is not used
because files are copied.
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Appendix
CLASS Agent Software Operating Environment Check Sheet
CLASS Agent Software
Operating Environment Check Sheet
Checked Date
Checked by
Operated by
Approved by
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Check Sheet
Personal Computer's Operation Settings

Agent Manager
Hardware Requirements
PC (Personal Computer)
Manufacturer Name: Model Name:
Memory: Hard Disk Space:
Network:
Extended interface None

Expansion board ( )
Expansion card ( )
Other ( )
Expansion Slot
Optional Peripherals
CRT (Monitor Display)
Manufacturer Name: Model Name:
Resolution: × Font:
Software Requirements
OS MS-Windows Version No.:
CLASS Agent Software Name: Version No.:

Package Type
Other Applications
Communication Requirements
No. Connected/Not Connected I/F Model Remarks
1 Connected Not connected
Remarks
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Check Sheet
Software Operating Environment Check

Agent Manager
No. Check Items Results

1. Logging In Good No Good
Ensure that you can log in under the login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
2. Selecting a Database Link Good No Good

Ensure that a sample database named "example*.mdb" can be linked using
[Tool] → [Link Database], and that the database can be selected using [File]
→ [Select Database].
Ensure that the filename "example*.mdb" is displayed in a listing of
databases stored in a folder.
3. Viewing Sample Data Good No Good

Ensure that clicking the filename "example*.mdb" of a sample database
selected in Step 2 will open the "Extraction of Sample Info" dialog box; and
clicking the [OK] button will display selected sample information.
Ensure that the first line of the selected sample information is displayed in the
data information field.
4. Viewing Log Data Good No Good

Ensure that clicking the filename "log2.mdb" of a log database in a folder will
open the "Extraction of Log Info" dialog box; and clicking the [OK] button
will display selected log information.
5. Viewing a Database on Temporary Data/Log Good No Good

Ensure that the temporary data/log database can be viewed by clicking either
of the filename "temp_dt2.mdb" or "temp_log2.mdb" in a folder to display a
dialog box for extracting the database.
After the installation is completed, ensure that no temporary data is stored in
the database.
6. Viewing Version Information Good No Good

Ensure that choosing [Help] → [About Agent Manager] will display
information on the version of CLASS-Agent Manager. The contents of
version information look something like the example shown below.
• System: CLASS-Agent System
• Program: (installation path)\AGENTMAN.exe
• Version: 1.**
• Date: YY/MM/DD HH:MM:SS
• Size: ******* Byte
7. Logging Out/Exiting Good No Good

Ensure that using [File] → [Logout] will make database data disappear from
the current screen. Ensure that programs can be exited using [File] → [Exit].
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Automatic Agent Programs

Ensure that you can log in under the login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
2. Status Bar Good No Good

Ensure that a user name is displayed in the status bar of an Automatic Agent
Window.
3. Changing the Configuration Settings Good No Good

Ensure that you can make changes to configuration settings after you have
successfully logged in under the login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
4. Making the Settings of Each Instrument Good No Good

Ensure that you can make the settings for each instrument after you have
successfully logged in under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
5. Sorting Databases by Keyword Good No Good

Ensure that you can sort databases by keyword after you have successfully
logged in under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
6. Starting an External Application Good No Good

Ensure that you can start an external application after you have successfully
7. Compressing a File Good No Good

Ensure that you can compress a file after you have successfully logged in
under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
8. Viewing Help Topics Good No Good

Ensure that you can view an online help window at any time while logging in
or out.

Ensure that you can log out by clicking the [Logout] button. Ensure that you
can exit programs by clicking the [Exit] button.
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Manual Agent Programs

Ensure that you can log in under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
2. Status Bar Good No Good

Ensure that a user name is displayed in the status bar of Manual Agent
Window.
3. Changing the Configuration Settings Good No Good

Ensure that you can change the configuration settings after you have
4. Selecting a Database Good No Good

Ensure that you can select a destination database after you have successfully
5. Selecting a Folder Good No Good

Ensure that you can select a destination folder from a directory tree after you
have successfully logged in under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
6. Selecting a File Good No Good

Ensure that you can select a destination file from a directory (or folder) after
you have successfully logged in under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
7. Opening a Properties sheet Good No Good

Ensure that you can open a Properties dialog box after you have successfully
8. Selecting Options Good No Good

Ensure that you can select available options after you have successfully

or out.

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Balance Agent Programs

Ensure that you can log in under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
2. Making the Properties Settings Good No Good

Ensure that you can make the Properties settings after you have successfully
logged in under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor). The Properties settings
include the following options.
• RS-232C Settings
• Balance Name
3. Selecting Options Good No Good

Ensure that you can select available options after you have successfully
Options include the following:
• Configuration
• Default folder
• Keyword
• Default format
• Manual Input
• Execute application
4. Creating a Template File Good No Good

Ensure that you can create, edit or delete a template file after you have
5. Reading Measured Values Good No Good

Ensure that measured values can be read from a properly installed balance
after you have successfully logged in under your login ID, "Admin"
(supervisor).
6. Interrupting Operations Good No Good

Ensure that you can interrupt or restart data collection operations after you
have successfully logged in under your login ID, "Admin" (supervisor).
7. Storing Data in a Database Good No Good

Ensure that you can store data in a database after you have successfully
8. Opening a Window Good No Good

Ensure that you can open a window used for collecting data into a MDI screen
after you have successfully logged in under your login ID, "Admin"
(supervisor).

or out.

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Check Sheet
UVProbe Agent Programs

1. Login Good No Good
Ensure that you can log in under your login ID, “Admin” (supervisor), prop-
erly.
2. Configuration Settings Good No Good
Ensure that you can make the Configuration settings after you have success-
fully logged in under your login ID, “Admin” (supervisor). The Configuration
settings include the following options.
UV instrument name
3. Checking the General Automatic Agent Good No Good
Ensure that General Automatic Agent starts up properly, and that its setting is
ready for registering data of UVProbe Agent.
4. Registering a Spectrum Data by Manual Agent Good No Good
Log in under your login ID, “Admin” (supervisor), properly, and ensure that
you can choose, show and register a Spectrum data of UV Probe.
5. Registering a Photometric Data by Manual Agent Good No Good
Log in under your login ID, “Admin” (supervisor), properly, and ensure that
you can choose, show, and register a Photometric data of UV Probe.
6. Registering a Spectrum Data by Automatic Agent Good No Good
Log in under your login ID, “Admin” (supervisor), properly, and start up
Automatic Agent. After measuring a sample by UVProbe, and registering its
data file in the monitoring folder, ensure that Spectrum data can be registered
in the database properly.
7. Registering a Photometric Data by Automatic Agent Good No Good
Log in under your login ID, “Admin” (supervisor), properly, and start up
Automatic Agent. After measuring a sample by UVProbe, and registering its
data file in the monitoring folder, ensure that Photometric data can be regis-
tered in the database properly.
8. Display of Window Good No Good
Log in under your login ID, “Admin” (supervisor), properly. When registering
a data file, ensure that the progress of registration can be properly displayed.
Ensure that you can view a help window at any time while logging in or out.
10. Logout/Exit Good No Good
Ensure that you can log out by clicking the [Logout] button and that you can
exit programs by clicking the [Exit] button.
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A first-time user of Windows® 95/98/NT/2000/XP/2003 should first obtain a basic level of

* MS-Windows95/98/NT/2000/XP/2003, MS-Excel, MS-Word, MS-Access and MS-SQLServer are

Chapter 2 Installation Procedures

Chapter 4 Converting a Database

In this software, a database can be created in a format used by commercially available

About the Instruction Manual

This software package is referred to as "CLASS-Agent Software" in this manual.

[NOTE] emphasizes additional information that increase the efficiency of operations or

1.1 System Requirements

1.1.1 CLASS-VP Agent / GCMSsolution Agent / UVProbe Agent /

1.1.2 CLASS-Balance / Public Agent

1.1.3 Management Client Package

Precautions for installation when running Windows® NT/2000

Complete uninstallation procedure (for system administrator)

For LabSolutions series

2.1 Checklist Before Installation

2. Available Hard Disk Space

3. List of .OCX Files

5. Date and Time Formats

6. Handling the Setup Disk

7. Installing from Floppy Disks

8. Contents changed according to updating to version 2.20

9. When doing setup under the domain environment

2.2 Client Installation

The following installation procedures assume installation from a CD-ROM.

To install programs, follow these steps:

2.2.1 Setting Up Shimadzu User Authentication Tool

please be sure to reboot a personal computer after installation of DCOM.

5) When installation is finished, the following message is displayed. During re-installation, or

Click the [Finish] button to restart the computer immediately.

2.2.2 Setting Up CLASS-Agent Manager

Type the license number indicated on the CD-ROM case.

Type the serial number indicated on the CD-ROM case.

9) When installation is finished, the following message is displayed. During re-installation, or

[NOTE] To display IR data registered on CLASS-Agent manager with IRViewer of data

2.2.3 Setting Up the CLASS Agent Software

The following section uses the installation of CLASS-VP as an example.

Type the license number indicated on the CD-ROM case.

Type the serial number indicated on the CD-ROM case.

2.3 Server Installation

2.4 Checklist After Installation

1. Ensure that the Agent Manager runs properly.

2.5 Uninstalling Software

2) The "Control Panel" window is displayed on the screen.

3) Double-click the "Add/Remove Programs" icon to open the "Add/Remove Programs"

4) Choose an installed CLASS-Agent component to remove, and click the [Add/Remove]

2.6 How to Setup Windows XP SP2

2.6.1 Disable the Firewall configuration on a PC

2.6.2 Enable the PC firewall and open the specific port

2.6.2.1 SQLServer (MSDE)

4) Click on the “Exceptions” tab.

10) From the “Start” menu, click ” Run…”

14) Complete the “Registry Editor”.

• Read the README2.TXT file included in the installation folder.

3.2.1.1 Converting a Database

3.2.1.2 Method Settings

2) The "Advanced Settings" dialog box is displayed.

Check this check box.