The 400-DS is controlled by Windows®-based PC software which is capable of storing the operating parameters and method data required for a 21 CFR Part 11 environment. The software and a single PC can independently control up to four 400-DS systems. A relational database is used for test result storage, archiving, and retrieval.

Additional system control functions include:

• Independent control of up to four dissolution apparatus
• Diagnostic utilities to verify system functionality
• Method data entry and the ability to store multiple methods
• System configuration and the facility to store multiple configurations
• Ability to execute any method on any system
• Live status feedback during the execution of a method
• Electronic signatures of collected test data
• Audit trail and user inactivity lockout
• Standard reporting capabilities with the ability to export data from dissolution runs