Shimadzu Data

Shimadzu mass spectrometer data (.run) can be loaded into PEAKS, but first, the data must be processed through the Kratos Converter. Before loading this data, take a second to specify to PEAKS the run2xml.exe file location (Preferences > Instrument > Shimadzu). It's quick, easy and will save you a lot of time.

After the converter, load it up!

  • Start PEAKS and select 'New Project' from the 'File' menu.
  • Give the new project a name and select the "Add data files..." button.
  • Browse to the location of the desired file and select it.
  • Multiple files can be loaded in as one sample by using the SHIFT or CTRL keys as multiple files are selected.
  • Press Open.
  • Complete the fields marked Instrument Vendor and Instrument Type.
  • Select whole sample or whole project, as most likely all files were produced by the same instrument.
  • Press OK to have the file loaded into PEAKS.
  • In the top left panel, marked Project View, a number of icons will appear.
  • First the Project node, then the Sample node and lastly the file node.
  • As the project loads, the file node will appear as a green outlined icon .
  • Wait until this icon turns solid green , this represents the file is completely loaded into PEAKS and is ready for processing.
  • For small files, users may not even notice the outlined icon, but larger files may take a short period of time to load.

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