A method of calibrating an interface is provided to automatically achieve a minimal cycle latency while maintaining synchronous data arrival between a multiplicity of self-aligning interfaces. The variable position web support plenum may include an arcuate outer surface with a plurality of fluid vents for emitting a fluid to support the web of brittle material over and spaced apart from the arcuate outer surface thereby preventing mechanical contact and damage to the web of brittle material. The first semiconductor chip is disposed on the first substrate. After initiating the project, an alert is automatically triggered whenever the execution status of the work packet changes. By using a drain means and insulation means, the apparatus operates in freezing temperatures without the use of a power or heat source. The active matrix liquid crystal display device has a liquid crystal layer containing a liquid crystal molecule having negative dielectric anisotropy and a dopant having a dissociative group.