Monarch 5396-0101 User manual

Track-It Software User’s Guide

Track-It Software User’s Guide

Track-It is a PC based (Windows XP / Vista/ Windows 7) program to enable a user to program and view data from the Track-It

series of micro data loggers. The program allows the loggers to be configured (set up) and for data to be retrieved, displayed and in
some instances, viewed in real time on the PC. The user can also export data into a CSV file for import into an Excel spreadsheet.
This manual applies to Software Rev 0.9.175 or later.

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Table of Contents:

1.0 Installation ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 3

1.1 Software Installation ..................................................................................................................................................................... 3

1.2 USB Driver Software Installation .................................................................................................................................................. 3

1.3 Application Installation ................................................................................................................................................................. 4

1.4 Inserting the USB Device (Logger) ............................................................................................................................................... 4

2.0 Operation ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

2.1 Start Up ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

2.2 Logging in to the Program ............................................................................................................................................................ 6

2.3 File ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

2.3.1 Open ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

2.3.2 Save ................................................................ ................................ ...................................................................................... 6

2.3.3 Print ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6

2.3.4 Clear Screen ................................ ................................................................ ................................................................ ......... 6

2.3.5 Read Device Data ................................................................................................................................................................. 6

2.3.6 Save Device Data ................................................................................................................................................................. 6

2.3.7 Exit ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 6

2.4 Preferences .................................................................................................................................................................................. 7

2.4.1 The General Tab ................................................................................................................................................................... 7

2.4.2 Pressure Scale Tab .............................................................................................................................................................. 8

2.4.3 MKT - Mean Kinetic Temperature. ........................................................................................................................................ 8

2.4.4 Security ................................................................................................................................................................................. 8

2.5 Device ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 10

2.5.1 Device List .......................................................................................................................................................................... 10

2.5.2 Device Info .......................................................................................................................................................................... 10

2.5.3 Upload Device Data ............................................................................................................................................................ 10

2.5.4 Record Status ..................................................................................................................................................................... 10

2.6 Help ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 10

2.6.1 Manual ................................................................................................................................................................................ 10

2.6.2 About .................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

2.7 Graph Tab .................................................................................................................................................................................. 10

2.7.1 Icons ................................................................................................................................................................................... 10

2.7.2 Displaying Recorded Data .................................................................................................................................................. 12

2.7.3 Using the Cursor ................................................................................................................................................................. 13

2.7.4 Live Data ............................................................................................................................................................................. 14

2.7.5 Data Table .......................................................................................................................................................................... 14

2.8 Summary .................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

2.8.1 Channel Summary .............................................................................................................................................................. 16

2.8.2 Alarm Summary .................................................................................................................................................................. 16

2.8.3 Printing Summary Table ..................................................................................................................................................... 16

2.9 Overlay Graphs .......................................................................................................................................................................... 16

2.10 Printing ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

2.10.1 Print range .......................................................................................................................................................................... 17

2.10.2 Margin ................................................................................................................................................................................. 17

2.10.3 Preview ............................................................................................................................................................................... 17

2.10.4 Print .................................................................................................................................................................................... 17

2.10.5 Cancel ................................................................................................................................................................................. 18

2.11 Device Setup .............................................................................................................................................................................. 18

2.11.1 General ............................................................................................................................................................................... 18

2.11.2 Input .................................................................................................................................................................................... 20

2.11.3 Trigger ................................................................................................................................................................................ 21

2.11.4 Alarm .................................................................................................................................................................................. 22

2.11.5 Display ................................................................................................................................................................................ 23

2.11.6 Button ................................................................................................................................................................................. 24

3.0 Special Input Types ....................................................................................................................................................................... 25

3.1 Event Logger .............................................................................................................................................................................. 25

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1.0 Installation

1.1 Software Installation

This installation is detailed for a Windows 7
system – It is similar for Windows Vista / XP.

Note: Before reinstalling or upgrading the
software, remove existing versions using the
Control Panel – Add/Remove Programs

Insert the Installation CD into the Drive. If the
installation does not begin automatically use
Windows File Explorer to navigate to the CD
drive and run CD_Start.exe. The installation
program will launch and display the menu shown
here.

If you plan to use the help files you will need to
install the AcrobatTM Reader if not already
present on your system. Click “Install Acrobat

8.0”.

There are two parts to the software installation ­install the USB Driver and then install the main
application (software).

1.2 USB Driver Software Installation

Note: Ensure the USB device (Recorder) is NOT plugged in during this installation. The USB driver has to be installed in
order for the software to run.

To install the USB Driver - click the "Install USB Driver" button.

The installer will automatically launch the USB driver installation.
If it does not use Explorer to navigate to the installation CD “USB
VCP Driver” directory and double click

“USBDataLoggerVCPInstaller.exe”. This will bring up the

Installer window shown here.

The default installation location will be shown, if you wish to
change it for any reason, enter the new install location. Click the

“Install” button. The system will be scanned then the software will

be installed. Follow any instructions.

You may get the ominous Window’s Unsigned Driver warning message (or Windows can't verify the publisher of this software) –
click “Continue Anyway”. The Driver Software will be installed.

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1.3 Application Installation

To install the actual application software click the “Install Software” button. This will launch the Track-It setup wizard shown below
left. Click the “Next >” button to continue to the license agreement. Accept the license agreement – “I Agree” (or quit the
installation) and click the “Next >” button to continue. You will then be asked to enter your information – name and business. Enter
the information if you wish and click the “Next >” button to continue. Now select the installation folder – shown below right. If you
wish to change the default for any reason, enter the new install location and whether the installation will be accessible to all users
of this machine or just you (default). Click the “Next >” button.

On the “Confirm Installation” screen click the “Next >” button. The software will be installed.

Note: This program requires the DotNet component. If it is not found on the system it will be installed.

When completed click the “Close” button. A shortcut icon (shown here) will be placed on the desktop.

1.4 Inserting the USB Device (Logger)

Insert the USB Device into the USB slot on the computer. It will be recognized and depending on the operating system it will be
announced as – “Found new hardware – Loading Driver or Loading Software"

The device will be installed as a VCP - virtual communication (comm) port. Correct installation can be checked using the Device
Manager. In Windows 7 - from the "Start" menu - right click on "Computer" and select "Properties" then select "Device Manager"
from the list on the left. For Windows XP - from the "Start" menu - right click on "My Computer" and select "Properties". Select the
"Hardware" tab the click "Device Manager".

This will bring up the device list shown here. Click on "Ports (COM& LPT)" and you
should see an entry for "USB DataLogger (COMx)" where x is the comm port number
assigned and will depend on what devices are already resident on your PC. In this
case x = 7 so the USB DataLogger will appear as Serial Comm Port 7.

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2.0 Operation

2.1 Start Up

To start the program double click the Track-It icon shown on the right or select the program from the Start menu.
If the security is not enabled, the program start up window will appear as shown below.

Otherwise, it starts at the Login Page

.

To enable the master password see Chapter 3.4 -Preferences.

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There are menu options (File, Preferences, Device, Help) at the top of the window.
Open File; Save File; Print

and below that are tabs (Graph, Data Table, Summary, Overlay Graphs, Device Setup, Login). The content of the window is
dependent on which Tab is selected.

At this point there are several options available. A previously saved data file can be opened or a logger can be connected to the
USB port and its data can be uploaded or it can be configured for use or in some cases live data can be read.

2.2 Logging in to the Program

The password option is disabled by default when the software is installed. The Login page is not enabled. This option can be
modified in the Preferences dialog box, which is explained in the next section - Preferences. Users can also be added. If the
password option is enabled, the user has to login first. Otherwise, the program cannot do anything.

The menu options are as follows:

2.3 File

2.3.1 Open

This allows the user to open a saved data file for viewing. Also available by icon .
The Open Data File window will pop up so the user can select the file (of type .dat) to be
loaded into the graphic window for viewing.

2.3.2 Save

This allows the user to save any current data on the graph. Also available by icon .
The Save Data File window will pop up so the user can name the file to be saved.

2.3.3 Print

This allows the user to print the current graph. Also available by icon .
The print window will pop up. The user can select a printer and adjust its properties. The Print Range is used to print just the
Current Page or a range of pages. If “All” is selected use the drop down menu to select the Total number of Pages to be
printed. The Margins can be set. The options allow for top, bottom, left and right margin adjustment.

The data table and summary table can also be printed.

2.3.4 Clear Screen

This clears the graph and table.

2.3.5 Read Device Data

This allows the user to retrieve the current recorded data in the device. If selected, it will ask for a file name. This operation will
stop any recording currently in progress on the device. If there is no recorded data in the device you will get a message to that
effect.

2.3.6 Save Device Data

This allows the user to retrieve the current recorded data in the device. If selected, it will ask for a file name. The “Memory
Dump” will not plot the graph nor display the data on the table.

2.3.7 Exit

Close and exit the program.

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2.4 Preferences

There are basic settings that need to be set up by the user if the defaults are not acceptable. Select “Preferences” from the menu
at the top of the window. This will pop up the preferences window shown below.

2.4.1 The General Tab

This page has several settings that affect the way data is
displayed.

2.4.1.1 Decimal Places

Selects the number of decimal places that numeric data will
display

2.4.1.2 Graphic Display 24 Hr Format

If checked time on the graph will be displayed in 24 hour
format. If unchecked time will be displayed in 12 hour format
with AM and PM indication

2.4.1.3 Temperature

Selects the temperature units used by this program locally °C
or °F. Note the Logger Device always uses °C internally.

2.4.1.4 Languages

Selects the language that all dialogs will be presented in. This requires language specific file "language.csv" that is
configured for the languages required. The default is English.

2.4.1.5 Date Format

Selects the format that the date is presented. Select your preference from the pull down menu.

2.4.1.6 Show Battery Load

Show the battery load on Device Setup page.

2.4.1.7 Cursor Snap to Point

Determines whether the cursor will snap (jump) to the actual data point on a line – check Yes, or move along the
extrapolation of the line – check No.

2.4.1.8 Recall Directory

If checked Yes the program will remember the last directory used and will default to this at each start up.

2.4.1.9 Use Channel Tag

If checked Yes – uses the user supplied Channel Tag as set in the Device Setup - Input tab else uses the generic labels
Chan 1 or Chan 2.

2.4.1.10 Autoload Config

If checked Yes – each time the Device Setup tab is selected the program will load the configuration from the logger,
provided the logger is attached to the USB port. If checked No – the user will need to load the configuration manually, either
from the device or the PC. When navigating away from Device Setup and back, the configuration will remain intact once
loaded.

2.4.1.11 Real Time Data – Sample Rate

When sampling and displaying in real time this selects the real time sample update rate

2.4.1.12 Real Time Data – Samples per Screen

Use the pull down menu to select how many samples fill the screen before the graph starts to auto scroll. The user can still
choose to compress the data at a later stage.

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2.4.1.13 Real Time Data – Data type

Select whether to show data as Instant – each data point is displayed as is, Max or Min will show the peak value high or low,
Average will average the readings. Note that a 2 second sample rate is the maximum sample rate and essentially all points
will be instantaneous.

2.4.1.14 Real Time Data – Save Data

Check Yes to record data to your local storage medium. When choosing to display live data in the graphic window you will
be asked to select a data file to save the data to.

2.4.1.15 Real Time Data - Digital Display

If checked Yes - adds a digital display on the left hand side of the graphic window during LIVE display.
Note: Right Clicking on the Digital Display pops up a window allowing selection of colors.

2.4.2 Pressure Scale Tab

Select this tab to select the units used by this program locally to display pressure (specific to certain loggers only). Note this
does not affect the logger which always uses its default units (kPa). The scale factor from selected engineering units to kPa is
shown and may be adjusted by the user.

2.4.3 MKT - Mean Kinetic Temperature.

The user can enter the values that are used to calculate Mean Kinetic
Temperature.

If the “Dew Point” is checked, a new trace will be plotted on the graph and

a new column will be displayed on the data table if both Temperature and
Humidity channels are enabled for Temperature / Humidity loggers.

2.4.4 Security

Security must be ENABLED in order to be active. This window allows the security to be enabled and allows users to be
created, privileges assigned, restrictions set and an audit trail generated. Once Security is enabled only Users with
Administrative privileges may edit this page.

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The Administrator can enter a User name, activate or deactivate Users, choose the User access level, User access expiration
date, and password. Once all the options are selected click the “Add” button. This user will be added to the user list. Similarly a
user can be highlighted in the list and the user parameters will be displayed. Any parameter may be changed and can be
saved by clicking the “Update” button.

General options are:

Enable Enables the password option. If not checked there will be no User control of the software and anyone can use it

without restriction.

Audit Trail If Audit Trial is checked, activities

including everything related to security,
communication to the loggers and PC will
be encrypted and saved to the file
entered in the “Log File” text box.

If the logged in User has Administrator privileges, then the activity log can be accessed by clicking the “View
Log” button.

The options when adding or editing a user are:

First Name The user’s first name.
Last Name The user’s last name
Level There are three User Levels: User, Manager and Administrator

User: Can read and save data from recorders. Cannot access Preferences or change the logger’s

configuration. Cannot save the configuration to the PC.

Manager: Access to everything except Preferences.
Administrator: Access everything.

Password Enter the password to be used for this user.

Active If the user is active (Checked box) they can access the program provided their user name and password match

when logging in to the program. If not active, the user cannot log in to the system.

Retries The number of times the user can try to login before the user login fails.
Expires The user’s login privilege will expire on this date.
Auto Logout The program will automatically logout the user after this amount of inactivity time (in minutes).

New Clear all area except the user list box.
Add Adds a user to the user list. The list box on the bottom left on the dialog shows all users.
Update Modifies a user’s password data.
Delete Choose one of the users in the list box and click delete. That user will be deleted from the list.

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2.5 Device

The Device menu option refers to the Logger plugged into the USB port on the PC.

2.5.1 Device List

This will show the device(s) currently connected or available to the PC. Select the device you will
be working with by checking the box and then press the “Connect” button. If only a single device is
connected it will connect automatically.

2.5.2 Device Info

This shows the information about the current connect device. It shows memory capacity, device type, the current firmware
revision and the device serial number.

2.5.3 Upload Device Data

This allows the user to retrieve the current recorded data in the device. If selected it will ask for a file name. This operation will
stop any recording currently in progress on the device. If there is no recorded data in the device you will get a message to that
effect.

2.5.4 Record Status

This will show the current recording status of the device – On or Off. The status can be changed selected the desired state.

2.6 Help

Selecting the “Help” menu item pops up the help selection. There are two choices:

2.6.1 Manual

Brings up this user manual.

2.6.2 About

Pops up a window showing the software revision.

2.7 Graph Tab

The Graph tab allows for the visualization of data. The user can choose to load an already saved file using the Open option or

Upload data from a connected device or View data in real time (select loggers only).

2.7.1 Icons

The graphic area is fully interactive. Data can be zoomed and scrolled, the interaction controlled by the icons above the graph.
Mouse over the icons for a brief description of their function.

- Pan
This is the default cursor. It is used to scroll the trends horizontally and vertically by simply right clicking in the graphics

area. Traces can be scrolled individually by clicking and dragging the individual vertical scales or together by clicking and
dragging in the graphics area.

- Expand / Compress
Click this button to expand (zoom) or compress the graph along the x-axes (time) and y-axis (scale). Traces can be

zoomed individually by clicking and dragging the individual vertical scales or together by clicking and dragging in the graphics
area.

- Zoom In
Click this button to zoom in the graph.

- Zoom Out
Click this button to zoom out the graph.

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- Zoom Window
Click this button to zoom to a user-defined window. When clicked, the cursor will turn into a draw window tool. Draw a

window around the area of interest by holding the right mouse button and dragging the window. On release, the window area
will fill the graphics screen.

- Zoom X-Axis to Fit
Click this button to fit all data into one screen.

- Manual Zoom to Fit
Click this button to manually zoom the vertical (Y) Axis. This will pop up the Manual Zoom window. Enter the minimum
and maximum vertical Axis scale values and check which channel to apply it to, then press the “OK” button to execute

or “Cancel” to exit.

- Zoom Scales
Click this button to zoom the vertical (Y) Axis to the defaults. This will pop up the Zoom Scales window. Check which
channel to apply it to, then press the “OK” button to execute or “Cancel” to exit. The vertical scales will zoom to the

default extremes.

- Cursor

Click this button to enable the cursor. There are several cursor options to enable in depth examination of the data on

the graph. See Section 2.7.3 below.

- Scroll to End
Click either the left or right scroll button to jump to the start or end of the data.

- Original Scale
Click this button to make the graph back to the original scale.

- Clear
Click this button to clear the graph and return to the start up state.

- Upload Data from Device

This allows the user to retrieve the current recorded data in the device. If selected it will ask for a file name. This
operation will stop any recording currently in progress on the device. If there is no recorded data in the device you will get a
message to that effect. A device must be connected in order to perform this task.

- Start Live Data

This allows the display (and recording if enabled under Preferences) of real time data from the connected device. Data
will plot on the graph and show on the Digital Indicators if these are enabled under Preferences.

- Stop Live Data

This allows the display of live data to be stopped.

- Pause / Run Live Data

Only visible during Live Data display. If running the Pause icon will be visible and is used to pause live data
display, note that data continues to be acquired and when the Play icon is pressed the graph will “catch up” to real time. No
data is lost. If paused, the Run icon will show.

There is a TEXT BOX at the top of the graph. By default this will contain the Unit Tag but the user can choose to write anything
here. This is useful as it is printed on the printout.

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2.7.2 Displaying Recorded Data

Data can be loaded from a file or uploaded from a connected device. To open a previously saved file press the File open icon

and select the file. To upload recorded data from a connected device press the Upload Data icon and follow the

instructions. Once loaded the data is displayed on the graph. Use the icons above to navigate around. Use the Zoom X-Axis
to Fit icon to see an overall trend. . A typical graph is shown below.

Note: This display shows the digital readouts (on the left) enabled in the Preferences menu.

On the top left are the trend identifiers, above the digital readouts – these identify the channel by trend color.
By unchecking the boxes you can shut off the corresponding trace. The vertical scales for each channel will
be in the corresponding color of the trace for easy identification as is the background of the digital display.

If you move the cursor anywhere on the graph and right click the mouse you will bring up the
setup menu shown below. There are several options:

2.7.2.1 (Graph) Setup

The Channel Setup dialog allows the user to modify the properties of each channel.

Channel Selects a channel
Visible Turns the trace on or off for the selected channel
Marker Type Identifies the actual points recorded. The trace is extrapolated

between these points. The points can be marked by a square, circle
or diamond. The user can also select None for no marker.

Marker Size Adjusts the size of the marker on the points.
Line Type Identifies the trace type. It can be solid, dashed or dotted.
Line Thickness Adjusts the thickness of the trace.
Data Trace Color Changes the trace color for the selected channel.
Alarm Trace Color Changes the alarm trace color for the selected channel.

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2.7.2.2 Background Color

Allows the graph background Color to be changed

2.7.2.3 X-Axis Color

Allows the graph X-Axis color to be changed

2.7.2.4 Vertical Grid Line Color

Allows the Vertical grid line color to be changed

2.7.2.5 Set As Default

Save the current settings as default.

2.7.2.6 Swap Y-Axis

Swap the position of the vertical scales.

2.7.2.7 Digital Display Setup

The Digital Display Setup dialog is accessed by right clicking on the digital display active area.
The user can set the display background color and the color of the digits as described above. The
settings may also be "Set as Defaults" and will be remembered each time the program is started.

2.7.3 Using the Cursor

The cursor is turned on using the Cursor icon . When the cursor is on, a number
of options appear on the left hand side of the window as shown left. Some of these
cursor choices can be selected by right clicking the mouse button on the graph which
brings up the cursor setup menu shown right. The cursor modes are described below:

2.7.3.1 Value - XY.

This uses a single cursor to identify a point on the trace as shown here. When the
mouse is moved over the cursor line the pointer will turn into a pointing finger. If you
left click at this time you can drag the cursor line left or right, the data in the travelling
window will update the time and value of the point in the target circle. You can attach
the cursor to the other trace by using the right click pop-up menu - "Attach" option, or
simply click Chan 1 or Chan 2 radio button on the cursor menu on the left. Pressing the "S" key on the keyboard will also
switch between traces.

2.7.3.2 All Points

This brings up the cursor with targets around all traces as shown right. The values of the data within
the target circle is shown at left in two digital panel meter windows shown above. The time stamp of
the data point is below these windows and the date stamp is at the bottom left of the window. When
the mouse is moved over the cursor line the pointer will turn into a pointing finger. If you left click at
this time you can drag the cursor line left or right, the data in the digital panel meter windows will
update.

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2.7.3.3 Period

Selecting the Period Cursor option will bring up two vertical cursors which move along the X­axis (Time) with a data window box between them that shows the time of each cursor and
the difference between them. This box can be dragged up or down. This enables easy
measurement of time between events or duration of events. In addition there is a summary of
the data between the cursors shown on the left of the graph. This gives the minimum,
maximum and average of all points between the cursors for each trace. In addition, clicking
the "Summary" button will jump to the Summary tab page which has additional information of
the data points between the cursors.

2.7.3.4 Peak

Selecting the Peak Cursor option will bring up two horizontal cursors two cursors which move
along the Y-Axis (amplitude) with a data window box between them that shows the value of
each cursor and the difference between them. This box can be dragged left or right. This
enables easy measurement of amplitude related events (Spikes). You
can attach the cursor to the other trace by using the right click pop-up
menu - "Attach" option, or simply click Chan 1 or Chan 2 radio button
on the cursor menu on the left. Pressing the "S" key on the keyboard
will also switch between traces

2.7.4 Live Data

The graph can be used to display live data from certain devices. The data can also be saved to the local PC storage medium if
selected. This and other options are setup in the Preferences Real Time recording menu.

To record real time data make sure the device is connected and press the “Start Live Data” button.
Data will plot on the graph and shows on the Digital Indicators if these are enabled under Preferences.

To stop displaying/recording live data press the “Stop Live Data” button.

The Pause / Run Live Data buttons are only visible during Live Data display. If running the Pause icon will be
visible and is used to pause live data display, note that data continues to be acquired and when the Play icon is
pressed the graph will “catch up” to real time. No data is lost. If paused, the Run icon will show.

The Graph Icons and Setup options are available during Live Data but can only be accessed when the
graph is paused.
The graph in live record mode is similar to the display recorded data but has the added feature that Digital
displays can be enabled in the Preferences menu. The digital displays will appear on the extreme left of the
vertical axes on the graph window. The digital displays can be customized by moving the mouse over the
displays and right clicking. The user can change the background color and the Digit color. The display
background typically follows the selected trace color.

2.7.5 Data Table

The Data Table tab displays the graphic data in tabular format with the time and date stamp of the samples along with the
actual data recorded. The Alarm information, in the Alm 1 and Alm 2 columns indicate whether the data point is in alarm –
indicated by “^” for high alarm or “v” for low alarm. The user can use the scroll bar to see all the data.

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The box to the right is used to save the data to a CSV file.

2.7.5.1 Synchronizing Data

The synchronizing option allows a user to identify points on the
graph using the data table and vice versa.
To jump from the data table to the corresponding point on the
graph, double click the value of interest in the data table as shown
right. This will open the graph page with a box around the point of
interest. Place the cursor in the box to see details of the point.
Note that in order to see the detail and select points on the graph you should
set the marker type and size in the setup option and zoom the graph
accordingly.

To jump from a point on the graph to the corresponding value in the data table
move the cursor over the point on the trace, the cursor will change to a
pointing hand, click the point and it will jump to the data table.

2.7.5.2 Exporting Data

Data can be saved to PC media as a Comma Separated Variables (CSV) file. The data transfer is
controlled in the Report box on the right of the window. The user can select the data to be exported as
follows:

Included Columns Select which columns in the table are to be exported.
Filter Check the range of data to be exported. The range can be dictated by Date,

Time or both. Once checked select the From and To date/times.

Export Time Format Select hours and minutes hh:mm or hours minutes and seconds hh:mm:ss.

Press the Save Data button to save the CSV data to media.

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2.7.5.3 Printing Table Data

Use the Report dialog above to select the range of data to be printed and click the Print icon or select print from the file
menu.

2.8 Summary

The Summary Tab provides a quick overview of the data loaded into the graph. The exact format depends on the actual data, user
programming and device type. Selecting the Summary Tab displays two additional tabs - Channel Summary and Alarm Summary.

2.8.1 Channel Summary

This shows a summary of all data points and indicates start and stop times, the total number of samples and the maximum,
minimum and average values of the recording. If the period cursors are used to get to the summary - additional information will
be displayed pertaining to the data between the cursors.

2.8.2 Alarm Summary

This shows a summary of all alarms that occurred.

2.8.3 Printing Summary Table

Click the Print icon to print the summary table.

2.9 Overlay Graphs

The Overlay Graphs tab allows for the visualization of data from multiple data files. The user can choose to load the already
saved files using the Open option. The maximum number of files that can be opened is five.

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Select the files to add to the display and click OK. The files will be loaded onto the same graph using the time/date stamp to
synchronize. The chart may be manipulated as described above.

2.10 Printing

Use the print icon or select Print from the File menu to print the graphic
currently on the screen. This will bring up the Print dialog box shown here. Select
an available printer from the drop down box and set its Properties as required.

2.10.1 Print range

The options are:

Current Page Select this to print the current graphic display as it appears

on the page. Use the zoom icons to format the graph to
your liking.

All This will bring up a “Total Pages” drop down box which will indicate how many pages will be printed in total.

Select the number of pages you want to print. Note: Ensure the vertical scaling is set correctly as this will
affect all printed pages.

2.10.2 Margin

Set the margins – top, left, right, bottom on the page to be printed. Inputs are in inches.

2.10.3 Preview

This will pop up a preview window which will show what the printout will look like. Use this to make sure you get what you are
expecting.

2.10.4 Print

Prints the graph.

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2.10.5 Cancel

Exits without printing.

2.11 Device Setup

The Device Setup Tab is used to configure the actual logger. Options under this tab depend on the type of device attached to the
USB port. Not all tabs may be present and the options shown may differ from those discussed here. The basic concept is the same
for all devices and you can check the documentation that came with your specific logger for more information. There are several
sub tabs under the Device Setup Tab.

2.11.1 General

The General Tab is a quick setup window for the logger. There are advanced set ups for those users who wish to record
specific events at specific times, for the most part however this page allows a quick turnaround for logger devices.

In order to set up the device it must be connected. If the device is connected (plugged into the USB port) when entering this
page the data will automatically be read if the autoload config option is set in the Preferences menu.. If it is not shown as
connected use the “Connect” button to select and connect to the device then use the Device Configuration “Read from Device”
button to read the current configuration from the device. Alternatively a previously saved configuration can be loaded from a
saved file using the “Read From PC” button.

The Device Configuration can be saved to the PC at any time using the “Save to PC” button. The configuration is sent to the
device using the Device Configuration “Send to Device” button

This page contains information of how the unit is currently configured. In some places this is information only and cannot be
changed here, you need to use the other tabs to actually change the settings. The device is identified at the top of the window
– TEMPERATURE/HUMIDITY LOGGER in this case, and the serial number is displayed.

2.11.1.1 Time

On the right hand side is the Time window. This shows the time as loaded from the device
and it updates in real time. Checking the Use PC System Time will do just that, use the

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PC time to send to the device. Alternatively if you press the “Set Time” button you can set the time and date to any time you

want. Note that when you send a configuration to the device and the time varies from the PC system time by more than 3
minutes you will get a warning which you may choose to ignore.

2.11.1.2 Unit Tag

This is an identifying name that can be entered by the user and saved into the device. Up to 20 characters may be entered.
This unit tag will appear at the top of the graph when data is loaded.

2.11.1.3 Sample Rate

This is the rate at which the device will take
and store readings (in simple mode).
Samples can be taken and stored from once every 2 seconds to once every 24 hours. The sample rate time window can be
used to set the time from 2 seconds to 23 hours 59 minutes and 58 seconds in 2 second increments. If you require a once a
day or 24 hour sample period, check the 24 hrs box. Cyclic Mode Enable essentially allows the device to record forever – or
at least until the battery dies. It allows the device to overwrite old data when the memory fills up. When the device gets to
the end of memory, it cycles around and starts at the beginning again, overwriting data. You will always have the latest
samples in memory – If this box is not checked the device will stop recording when memory is full. The actual total sample
time is shown to the right – 3 days 19 hours 01minute and 20 seconds in this example. As you change the sample time this
value will recalculate.

2.11.1.4 Start Recording

This is a quick way to start the device recording. Options are:

On Send (Now) – as soon as you send the configuration to the device it will start recording. It can only be stopped by
plugging it into the USB port and using the software. There is an additional Check Box associated with this option - Synch
Time. If unchecked, recording will start as soon as the configuration is loaded to the device. If checked, recording will start
when the time is an exact multiple of the sample time. In the above case it will be on the minute, so the unit will wait until the
time is XX:XX:00 (seconds zero). - as opposed to XX:XX:12 if this happened to be the start time. If Synch Time is checked it
could be almost a whole sample period before the unit actually starts recording.

Button Press – the recording can be stopped and started using the button on the device. Read the device instructions for
actual button operation

Start Time – The device will start recording at some future date and time as specified. Use the “Set Start Time” button to set
the start time and date. Once the configuration is sent to the device, the device will sleep in ultra-low power mode until the
start time is reached and then it will commence recording at the sample rate. This feature uses Trigger 1 – you will notice
that the Trigger indication at the bottom of the page reflects this.

Advanced – This needs to set up by the user – see the Trigger Tab information below.

2.11.1.5 Input

This is an indication of how the input channels are set up in the device. It will
indicate the channel type (Temperature °F) Channel tag (Room T) and
sample mode (Instantaneous). The channels can be disabled by unchecking
the box or can be set up using the “Setup” button.

2.11.1.6 Trigger Status

At the bottom of the window is the Trigger Status – this is what will affect the way the device records.

2.11.1.7 Other Data

BATTERY indicates the general condition of the battery. Note that with certain batteries anything other than GOOD should
be an indication to change the battery. Check the device instruction sheet. Memory shows the device capacity, and Free is
an indication in percent of the amount of unused memory. NOTE: Memory will always be cleared when configuration is sent
to the device if the configuration has changed from what was already in the device. You will have the option to save the
memory contents before the configuration is uploaded.

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2.11.2 Input

The content of this tab is device specific but is similar in
set up. This example is for a temperature humidity
logger.

This tab allows the user to configure the inputs of the
device. Some devices have fixed inputs which cannot be
changed, others, like this one have the ability to record
internal (fixed) sensors, like the Temperature and
Humidity OR external analog signals using plug in
adapter modules (milliamps and Volts).

2.11.2.1 Enabled

If checked this input is active if unchecked it is
disabled.

2.11.2.2 Channel Tag

Up to 9 characters may be entered to describe the channel input. This information is saved in the device and is displayed on
the Graphs if set up in Preferences.

2.11.2.3 Channel Type

Select Internal to use the device built in sensor. There is nothing else to set up.
Select External to program the analog input. Select the analog module you will be using from the
drop down menu box – for example 4 – 20 mA. The default scaling can be changed. For example
the Full Scale value can be set to 100 and the zero scale value can be set to 0 (as opposed to 4) in
this case. You can also set the number of decimal points – note that the device can only display 4
characters – assuming it has a display. You can also enter 5 characters for engineering units. This
is used by the local PC software and is not displayed on the device – use the ICONS button to
enable the available icons on the display as shown below.

2.11.2.4 Sample Mode

The standard mode is Instantaneous – in this mode the device takes a single sample at the sample
rate and stores it in the memory. By checking one of the other modes the device will sample at the
maximum sample rate – 2 seconds, and will save the result – Average, High Peak or Low Peak at
the user set sample rate - thus if the sample rate is 10 minutes, the device will take a sample every
two seconds then every ten minutes it will save the average of the last 10 minutes, or the peak
during the last ten minutes depending on the sample mode selection. NOTE: While this may cut
down on memory use it maximizes the battery load.

If a second channel exists it will have a tab and is set up in a similar way.

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2.11.3 Trigger

The Trigger tab enables the user to set up the device to record at predetermined times. A number of parameters are
interdependent and the user should be aware of this when setting up advanced trigger options.

There are two triggers – 1 and 2, they operate independently but their effect is combined to control the record times. These
two triggers can operate independently or together with Alarms and the Button.

The triggers are used to start (and stop) the recording at user settable times. The Trigger needs to be enabled in order to
function. The recorded data is determined by the start time, the stop time and the sample rate. The user can select a start time
and stop time which will determine the number of samples recorded, or the number of samples can be set which will determine
the stop time. These are affected by the sample rate. In the event that the device is set to record on alarm, the alarm check
can be set to be continuous or to be gated by the trigger time. The Trigger can be set to record on specific days of the week by
checking the corresponding boxes. For example if a start and stop time is set and Monday, Wednesday and Friday are
checked, the unit will record at the start time and end at the stop time on each of the days checked. In addition the button can
be set to stop and start recording provided the triggers are not active – if the device is recording because of a trigger being
active the button cannot stop that recording even though it is enabled.

There are two other things to take into account – Cyclic Mode Enable essentially allows the device to record forever – or at
least until the battery dies. It allows the device to overwrite old data when the memory fills up. When the device gets to the end
of memory, it cycles around and starts at the beginning again, overwriting data. You will always have the latest samples in
memory – If this box is not checked the device will stop recording when memory is full. Fill Memory if checked will force the
device to record until memory is filled. Basically it disables the stop time limitation and forces the number of samples to the
maximum.

2.11.3.1 Start Time

This is set to be the time the recording will start. If stop time is not enabled the device will record until memory is filled or if
cyclic mode is enabled it will record until stopped by the user (or the battery dies)

2.11.3.2 Stop Time

This needs to be enabled in order to be active. The user
needs to set a stop time which is greater than the start time.
The stop time can be set as a date and time and the software
will calculate how many samples this will record. The stop

time needs to be applied using the “Apply” button.

Alternatively the user can set the number of samples to be recorded and the software will calculate the stop time.

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2.11.3.3 On These days

The unit will record on each of the days checked. If no days are checked the unit will record once based on the start and
stop times as described above.

2.11.3.4 Record Trigger Source

This is a summary of the current Triggers that will affect the recording. The
check boxes can also be used to enable or disable Triggers. Note that
triggers are cumulative – if for example Alarm 1 is checked and no other
trigger is checked the device will record whenever the Alarm condition is
true. If Alarm 1 AND Trigger 1 is checked, the device will only record if the
Trigger 1 time is active and there is an Alarm during this period. If only
Trigger 1 is checked the device will record based on the Trigger 1 settings – start time (and stop time if enabled). The Setup
buttons take you to the Alarm tag. If Button Press is checked the button will also initiate a recording. The button will not
however override other settings.

2.11.3.5 Trigger Logic

The following logic is used to determine how the device will actually record. Note that the setup on the General Tab will
override the trigger settings unless “Advanced” is selected.

Boxes Checked Trigger Mode

Trigger 1 (no stop time set, no cyclic mode) Unit will record when start time reached and record till memory filled
(if in cyclic mode will record forever)
Trigger 1 (with stop time set) Unit will record when start time reached and stop at stop time
Trigger 1 and 2 (with stop times set) Unit will record for Trigger 1 time and (then) Trigger 2 time
Alarm 1 (or Alarm 2) Unit will record whenever alarm condition is true. Refer to Alarm Setup
Alarm 1 AND Trigger 1 Unit will record when alarm condition is true DURING time set by Trigger 1
Alarm 1 AND Trigger 1 AND Trigger 2 Unit will record when alarm condition is true DURING time set by Trigger 1

2.11.4 Alarm

The logger can be programmed to simply show an alarm condition or can be set to record on an alarm condition. The method
of showing an alarm varies by device but the graph can be set up so that points in alarm are a different color to normal
conditions. For devices with a display the alarm enabled icon is a bell and there are icons to show whether high or low alarms
are active. See device user manual for details.

and Trigger 2

There are two alarms - 1 and 2. Each has its own tab. The alarms operate independently but their effect is cumulative.

In order for any alarm action to occur the Alarm Enable checkbox has to be checked. The user has to select the channel to
which the alarm will apply - check the radio button for Channel 1 or Channel 2.

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2.11.4.1 Setpoint

The setpoint is in the units of the channel selected. This is the point at which the alarm will activate. If alarm type is High the
alarm will activate when the input exceeds the setpoint. If the alarm is Low the alarm will activate when the input goes below
the setpoint.

2.11.4.2 Reset Point

This is the point at which the alarm will reset or cancel. The difference between Setpoint and Reset Point is the hysteresis.
Note that the Reset Point cannot exceed the set point for a high alarm or be set lower than the setpoint for a low alarm.

2.11.4.3 Alarm Type

The Alarm type can be High (active when actual point value exceeds setpoint) or Low (active when actual point value is less
than setpoint).

2.11.4.4 Lockout

This forces the alarm to wait until the startup condition is not true before activating. For example if you have set a low alarm
at 50 and when you download the configuration the current value is 40, if lockout is checked this will not trigger an alarm.
The current value has to exceed the setpoint of 50 to activate the alarm. At that time anytime the current value goes below
the setpoint it will activate an alarm.

2.11.4.5 Recording Enable

If checked this will cause the device to record whenever there is an alarm (subject to other trigger conditions). There are two
additional options associated with Record Enable. Continuous – once triggered the device will continue recording. Alarm
Duration – once triggered the device will record for the duration of the alarm then stop when there is no longer an alarm.

2.11.5 Display

The display tab is for devices that have a display. If the connected device does not have a display you will not see this tab.
The content of the display tab may vary according to the device attached. The typical display window is shown below.

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2.11.5.1 LCD Display Function

This is device dependent. There is a Display List on the left that shows the various option that can be displayed on the
device display. The LCD Display on the right shows the actual data that will be displayed on the device display. There needs
to be at least one item in the LCD Display list. To add an item select it in the Display List and use the add button “>” to add it
to the LCD Display. To remove an item from the LCD Display, select it and use the remove button “<” to remove it from the

Display List. The Add All “>>” or Remove All “<<” buttons can be used to add or remove all items in the lists.

Check the “LCD Always ON” box to keep the display on all the time or select an LCD Time Out to have the display turn off

after the preset number of seconds. Note that the LCD Always On option does impact battery load.

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2.11.5.2 LED Function

Some devices have a programmable LED which can be programmed by the user.
Note – turning the LED on can have a significant impact on battery life. Choices for LED
indication are (in this instance):

Off - LED is off and will not operate on the device
Blink when armed - LED will blink while the device is armed to record but is not

Blink when recording - LED will blink when the device is actually recording.
Blink on alarm - LED will blink if there has been an alarm condition.

Note – all LED blink options can be selected together.

LED Blink Rate Selects the time interval between blinks in seconds – the

2.11.6 Button

The Button tab may or may not be present depending on the device attached. If the device
has a button it may be programmed here.

Check the boxes for the functions you wish the button to perform. Note that there may be
other default button functions that are not listed here. The functions listed are device
dependent.

actually recording.

shorter the time interval the higher the battery load.

This space intentionally left blank.

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3.0 Special Input Types

3.1 Event Logger

The event logger is used to measure the state of the inputs (2), whether they are High or Low. External modules must be used to
interface to the logger. The logger has a user settable internal bias voltage which applies a weak pull up to the inputs (high state)
which is the normal idle state in this case. The external modules then pull the inputs low when there is an event. Note that isolated
modules add an inversion state - when active (energized) the modules pull the logger inputs low. The event Logger also has the
ability to measure temperature using the internal sensor.

Note: There are two modes of sampling and storing data depending on the setup of Channel 1.

Sampled Mode: If Channel 1 is selected to measure temperature, the Logger will take readings at the sample rate set by the
user. This sample rate will also apply to the event/state input of Channel 2. Thus the state of the input of Channel 2 will be

measure only when the temperature on Channel 1 is measured.

Event Mode: If Channel 1 is selected to be External State/Event the Logger will only save a sample if the state of the input
changes - High to Low or Low to High. This is independent of the Sample Rate which will be disabled. This will now also apply to
Channel 2 - a sample will only be taken on a change of state. A change of state on either input will cause a sample to be saved. In
Event Mode the user will be unable to change the sample rate and the resolution of the event timestamp will be 2 seconds. (Events
less than 2 seconds may not be seen.)

The mode of Channel 2 is indicated by the addition of the word (Sampled) in the software setup window - determined by how
Channel 1 is set up.

The software recognizes the Logger type and presents choices accordingly.

The Input setup window for Channel 1 is shown right.
The user has the option to select Channel 1 as Internal
Temperature or External Event/State. (Note: Channel 1
cannot be disabled)

If Channel 1 is set for External Event/State there are
several parameters that can be configured.

Device LCD Display - is a short message that is
displayed on the Logger Display (and on the Graph)
when the inputs are High or Low. Use the pull down
menu to select a message that works for you.

Channel Tag and Eng (Engineering) Units can be used
to add description to the input.

Invert Input - if this box is checked the sense of the
input will be reversed, on the LCD Display and on the
Graph (An Actual High on the input will be considered a
Low in the sampled data).

Bias Voltage - Check this box to provide a weak pull up to the inputs. This enables the external modules to function. If you have
the ability to drive the inputs directly this box can be unchecked to save battery power. Note that the maximum input to the Event
Logger is 3Vdc.

Channel 2 is set the same way as Channel 1 Event/State. If Channel 1 is set as Temperature, the device will be in Sample Mode
and Channel 2 setup will indicate - External Event/State (Sampled). If Channel 1 is set to the External Event/State the device will
be in Event Mode and Channel 2 setup will indicate External Event/State.

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