Get the most value from your MasterPlex software investment by using Custom Export Templates

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Do you have several plate readers in the lab that produce different reports?  Need a way to standardize your analysis reports?  Want to save time exporting your data?  Whether you want to create powerful Excel reports or integrate with a database, MasterPlex Custom Export Templates will ensure that you are getting the most value from your MasterPlex analysis software investment.

You’re probably asking yourself, “Self, what is a MasterPlex Custom Export Template?”  Well, let me explain.

MasterPlex Custom Export Templates allow you to export analyzed data from MasterPlex QT, MasterPlex EX or MasterPlex ReaderFit in exactly the format you need.  They are designed to your specifications!

Benefits of having a Custom Export Template include saving time, creating consistency, ensuring lab compliance, and eliminating data silos.

Save valuable time spent copying and pasting to create reports with a Custom Export Template.  The report you need is automatically generated with a few clicks, and I think we can all agree that spending time making biological discoveries is better than spending time formatting reports!

Custom Export Templates create the same exact report format every time.  No matter who is analyzing data within MasterPlex, the report will always be exported in the same expected format.  This can ensure that everyone who is analyzing data in MasterPlex is complying with your lab’s reporting standards.

Eliminate data silos!  Whether you use the Custom Export Templates to integrate MasterPlex with a database or create the personalized report you need, using Custom Export Templates ensure your data is not stuck in a useless format or standalone application.

Current customers like Roche, Gilead, Stanford University, UCSF, and Novartis (just to name a few) are creating enhanced, multi-sheet Excel reports.  Customers are using the Customer Export Template to integreate with a database or LIMS/LIS in a variety of file formats (.txt, XML, HTML…).  Because it is easy to use and generates the same export format each time, current customers are able to track valuable meta-data.  They can track why a sample failed a quality control screen or which LOT of reagents were used in an assay.

List of Customers

We have made several of our most commonly used Excel report generating Export Templates available free for MasterPlex customers:

  • Download an Export Template here.
  • In MasterPlex navigate to the “Export Manager” or “Customized Report Manager” tab.
  • Click the “Import” button and navigate to the Export Template you downloaded earlier.
  • Select the Export Template you would like to test and click “Apply”.
  • Save the file and open in Excel.

Learn more about Custom Export Templates here.  Save valuable time, create consistent and personalized reports while ensuring compliance by using MasterPlex Custom Export Templates.

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MasterPlex Software Compatibility Chart

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Need to find out if your MasterPlex software is compatible with your computer?  Here is the complete compatibility chart for MasterPlex software:

If you run into any issues with your software installing, launching, or licensing, please make sure to check the compatibility chart then contact our support team at support@miraibio.com.

Side note: ReaderFit.com curve-fitting application is completely OS independent and will run on your Mac or Linux computers!

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How to combine data across plates in MasterPlex

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Using the Virtual Plate feature in MasterPlex allows users to combine data from multiple plate runs into a single project. This feature can be used in many ways such as comparing data over time, virtually expanding the plex of your experiment, calculating unknown concentrations from a standard curve from a different plate run and much more!

How to create a Virtual Plate

1. Launch MasterPlex and open all of the data files you would like to combine into a single project. You will see each plate run or data file as a separate tab in MasterPlex.

2. Click the Virtual Plate icon ScreenHunter_25 May. 28 14.01 on the toolbar.

3. Enter the desired number of Rows and Columns to create an empty project file with enough cells to accommodate all of the samples you are combining and click OK.

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4. Navigate to your first data file, select the desired samples you would like to add to the Virtual Plate.

5. Right-click within the selected area and chose Aspirate.

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6. Go back to your Virtual Plate, right-click on the desired well and select Dispense. Hint: Choose the uppermost left handed cell from an area that will accommodate the shape of the data you are pasting.

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7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 until you have finished populating your Virtual Plate.

8. Continue your analysis as normal.

Combine data sets and save valuable bench time with MasterPlex’s Virtual Plate feature.

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How to install a Network License in MasterPlex

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This procedure is for the Network license installations only.

MasterPlex Network License Manager Software Installation

  1. If you have not done so yet, download the MasterPlex Network License Manager.
  2. During this installation, please make sure you are logged on as administrator or
    have administrative privileges.
  3. Please make sure that the license server computer is connected to the local area
    network. It is required for proper function of the software.
  4. Please launch MasterPlex Network License Manager 2.0 downloaded from step1 and the InstallShield Wizard will guide you through the installation.

Start the MasterPlex Network License Manager Service

  1. On the Desktop, right-click on the My Computer icon and select Manage.
  2. Double-click Services and Applications and then Services to show the list of
    services.
  3. Right-click on MasterPlex Network License Manager and select Start.Image
  4. Make sure the service status has changed to Started.

Obtain Network License for MasterPlex Software

  1. Launch the MasterPlex Network License Manager and click on the Obtain License button. Press Unblock if the following window appears:
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  2. Select MasterPlex License Manager from the pull-down menu and click Proceed
  3. Please note the Machine ID in this window as it is specific to the computer and is required when requesting for your license file.
  4. Next, please note the Validation Code that is included in the documentation or email when you purchased your software. If you made your purchase online, you will most likely receive your Validation Code via email. Otherwise, your Validation Code will be mailed to you along with the software package.
  5. Once you have your Machine ID and Validation Code squared away, please use our Product Registration Form to request for your license file.
    • License type – Select the Network radio button.
    • # of Concurrent Users – Choose the number of concurrent users based on the number of Validation Codes you have purchased. You will only have to specify 1 Validation Code because they will all be linked in our system
  6. Press the Submit button once you are done and you will receive your license file via email within 1 business day.

Install Network License for MasterPlex Software

  1. Once you receive your license file, save it to your local computer.
  2. Make sure you have Administrative Privileges before proceeding because it will be required for the successful installation of your license file. If you are unsure of the privileges to your user account, please consult with your IT group.
  3. Launch the MasterPlex License Manager.
  4. Click on the Install License button.
  5. Browse to your .lic license file and press Open.
  6. You should now be able to see the license you have just installed in the Installed Licenses table.
    ImageIf the installation is successful, you will see a message saying that the license was successfully installed. If you run into an invalid license error message, please see the following list of some common causes:

    1. Make sure that you have administrative privileges when installing the license. You may need to contact your IT department to ask for assistance with this.
    2. Make sure that the Machine ID originated from the same computer that contains the MasterPlex Network License Manager and not one of the client computers. Also, double check that the machine ID is correct. Note that the “0″ may look like an “O” but there is no letter “O” in the machine ID. Please resubmit for another license if you have reported an incorrect machine ID.
    3. Make sure you have submitted the request for the correct software version. Please resubmit for another license if you have reported an incorrect version number.

Launch Client Software

  1. When an unlicensed version of MasterPlex is initially launched, a user will see the License Information window. If the License Information window does not pop up, you can do the following:
    • For MasterPlex QT v5.x, MasterPlex ReaderFit v2.x, and MasterPlex EX v2.x, go to License->Applications and click on the splashscreen for the application of interest.
    • For MasterPlex QT v4.x, MasterPlex ReaderFit v1.x, and MasterPlex EX v1.x, go to Help/Tools->Applications and click on the splashscreen for the application of interest.Image
    • For MasterPlex CT, MasterPlex GT v2.3 and below, MasterPlex QT v3.0 and below, and MasterPlex QT EX, go to Help->License Information.
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  2. Select Network Client License Mode and click Auto Detect to find the MasterPlex Network License Manager automatically.
  3. If it cannot find the license server automatically, you can manually type in the server information (IP address and port number) and click the Test button.
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  4. To launch the software, press OK.

If you run into any issues launching or finding the MasterPlex Network License Manager, please make sure of the following:

  • The MasterPlex Network License Manager service has been started. (Please see instructions above for Starting the MasterPlex Network License Manager Service.
  • If you are using a firewall, please make sure the following ports have been added to the exceptions list:
    • 12405 (TCP)
    • 12483 (UDP)

    If you have edited the port numbers, please make sure you use your configuration instead.

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Join us for “MasterPlex ReaderFit 101″

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MasterPlex ReaderFit 101

Join us for a Webinar on July 20
Space is limited.
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/111451753
Join us for our next webinar, “MasterPlex ReaderFit 101,” on Wednesday July 20th, 11AM to 12PM PDT.

In this complimentary webinar hosted by Hitachi Solutions, presenter Robert Lynde will demonstrate the features of MasterPlex Readerfit.

This webinar is designed for new users to MasterPlex ReaderFit.  Topics will include:

- Importing raw data

- Indicating sample type

- Entering standard information

- Acquiring the curve fit

- Applying quality control standards

- Viewing results

- Generating reports

- Creating templates
Title: MasterPlex ReaderFit 101
Date: Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PDT
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer


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MasterPlex Licensing Schemes – Stand Alone, Network, or Term Licensing

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MiraiBio offers 3 licensing schemes for the MasterPlex software:

  1. Stand Alone – This is the most commonly used licensing scheme where each purchased license is installed on a single computer to run and activate the MasterPlex software. This is a perpetual license that does not expire. This is the most convenient scheme to manage and install. Stand Alone license installation instructions.
    MasterPlex Stand Alone Licensing Scheme

    MasterPlex Stand Alone Licensing Scheme

  2. Network – This is a shared licensing scheme that involves the MasterPlex Network License Manager. For each x number of purchased licenses, there will be x number of allowed concurrent or simultaneous users using the MasterPlex software on the entire network. This means that the MasterPlex software can be installed on all the client computers that is on the same network as the MasterPlex Network License Manager. This scheme is usually more involved as far as the setup goes and could require your IT group to make sure the network security setup will allow such a configuration. Network license installation instructions.

    MasterPlex Network Licensing Scheme

    MasterPlex Network Licensing Scheme

  3. Term – Term licensing is similar to Stand Alone licensing except that it expires after a certain duration. Term Licensing durations include the 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, or 24 month options. The software license expires at the end of the purchased term and also includes all major upgrades released during the term. Term license installation instructions.

    MasterPlex Term Licensing Scheme

    MasterPlex Term Licensing Scheme

With the exception of the Term Licensing, the type of license is not fixed to a sale: Rather it is decided when the time comes for the customer to fill out the online product registration form.

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MiraiBio launches MasterPlex QTS: Quantitative data analysis software for 96 well Plate Readers

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MiraiBio proudly announces the release of MasterPlex QTS: The curve-fitting data analysis software package for 96 well Plate Readers.  Quantitative analysis is MiraiBio’s core competence with many years of experience in the Luminex field.  Due to popular demand, we have extended the capability of our software to be compatible with virtually all plate reader systems that are out there in the market.  MasterPlex QTS offers end-users the same quality, benefits and advantages that MiraiBio has been known to offer:

Download and test out the FREE Trial today!

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