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Use data acquisition and data import add-ons to import external response values and observation data into PLA 3.0 for further processing and evaluation.
SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module
Use the SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from Molecular Devices' SoftMax® Pro (*.xml) files with digital signatures.
Configuration
Configure the SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module and the SoftMax® Pro software according to your requirements.
Configure the Data Acquisition Module
The SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module comes equipped with a default configuration that covers the most common use cases. You can change this configuration if you require.
Set up configuration profiles
PLA 3.0 comes equipped with a default configuration profile that covers the standard use case. You can create custom configuration profiles if you require.
Create a custom configuration profile
Create a custom configuration profile if you want to change the default setup, for example, to use a different import strategy for the acquisition of a second dataset.
Values tab
You can define the handling of invalid values of the source file using the Values tab of the configuration dialog.

Get started
Get an overview of PLA 3.0, the end-to-end bioassay analysis software. Learn about its ongoing improvements and version updates, and discover the available trial options.
Key concepts
Learn how the key concepts of PLA 3.0 form the structural foundation for your daily work, supporting method development from initial design to routine production.
Data analysis
Data analysis add-ons offer a wide range of capabilities, ranging from analytical methods over comprehensive analysis to assay workflows and statistical process control.
Data import
Use data acquisition and data import add-ons to import external response values and observation data into PLA 3.0 for further processing and evaluation.
- Cytiva Biacore™ Data Acquisition Module
  Use the Cytiva Biacore™ Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from Cytiva Biacore™ (*.xml) files. You can use files from the Control Software and the Evaluation Software.
- Gen5™ Data Acquisition Module
  Use the Gen5™ Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from Gen5™ experiment (*.xpt) files.
- Microsoft Excel® Data Acquisition Module
  Use the Microsoft Excel® Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from generic Excel (*.xls and *.xlsx) files, independent from the device you are using.
- SoftMax® Pro (3.x - 5.x) Data Acquisition Module
  Use the SoftMax® Pro (3.x - 5.x) Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from Molecular Devices' SoftMax® Pro (*.pda and *.eda) files.
- SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) Data Acquisition Module
  Use the SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from Molecular Devices' SoftMax® Pro (*.xml) files.
- SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module
  Use the SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from Molecular Devices' SoftMax® Pro (*.xml) files with digital signatures.
  - Installation
    Find details on the system requirements for the SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data add-on and the steps to install the add-on in your environment.
  - Configuration
    Configure the SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module and the SoftMax® Pro software according to your requirements.
    - Configure the SoftMax® Pro software
      To use the SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module, you have to configure the auto export in the SoftMax® Pro software such that the XML file format is used for exporting data.
    - Configure the Data Acquisition Module
      The SoftMax® Pro (6.x - 7.x) for digitally signed data Data Acquisition Module comes equipped with a default configuration that covers the most common use cases. You can change this configuration if you require.
      - Set up configuration profiles
        PLA 3.0 comes equipped with a default configuration profile that covers the standard use case. You can create custom configuration profiles if you require.
        Create a custom configuration profile
        Create a custom configuration profile if you want to change the default setup, for example, to use a different import strategy for the acquisition of a second dataset.
        General tab
        You can name the profile and define an import strategy using the General tab of the configuration dialog.
        Values tab
        You can define the handling of invalid values of the source file using the Values tab of the configuration dialog.
      - Set up properties files
        By default, PLA 3.0 users can use all configuration profiles available for a Data Acquisition Module and can create, edit, and delete all configuration profiles. Using the properties file of a Data Acquisition Module, you can restrict these rights if you require.
  - Data acquisition
    Acquire data to import response values from external systems into existing PLA 3.0 documents.
- Tecan Magellan™ Data Acquisition Module
  Use the Tecan Magellan™ Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from Tecan Magellan™ workspace (*.wsp) files.
- Tecan Magellan™ (Automation) Data Acquisition Module
  Use the Tecan Magellan™ (Automation) Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from Tecan Magellan™. In file operating mode, you can acquire data from Tecan Magellan™ (*.wsp) workspace files. In method operating mode, you can acquire data from Tecan Magellan™ (*.mth) method files which control the Tecan Magellan™ software.
- Tecan Magellan™ Import Module for bioMérieux Endotoxin Detection Assays
  Use the Tecan Magellan™ Import Module for bioMérieux Endotoxin Detection Assays to import assay data from Tecan Magellan™ reader control software into PLA 3.0.
- Text Data Acquisition Module
  Use the Text Data Acquisition Module to acquire data from generic (*.txt) text and comma-separated value (*.csv) files, independent from the device you are using.
User interface
PLA 3.0 supports you in your daily work by providing a set of graphical and textual user interface elements. Learn about the different elements and how to use them efficiently.
Installation and update
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Licensing
Details on the licensing solution of PLA 3.0, the available licensing options, and the activation and management of licenses.
Administration
Details on system administration tasks such as setup and maintenance of databases and add-ons, user accounts, access rights, and migration and update procedures.
Regulatory compliance
PLA 3.0 supports you in achieving compliance with regulations such as ISPE GAMP^® 5 and 21 CFR Part 11. It also provides options to validate PLA 3.0 in your environment.
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Sample lab
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Glossary
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Values tab

You can define the handling of invalid values of the source file using the Values tab of the configuration dialog.

Figure 1. Configuration profile setup, Values tab

Invalid value handling

The following settings are available to handle invalid values:


Setting	Description
Import as void	Invalid values will be imported as empty values.
Import as void and mark as technical outlier	Invalid values will be imported as empty values and marked as technical outliers.
Import invalid value	Invalid values will be imported without any changes. Floating-point handling settings apply.
Import invalid value and mark as technical outlier	Invalid values will be imported without any changes, but marked as technical outliers. Floating-point handling settings apply.
Skip value	Invalid values will be skipped.