User ’s
Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
Log Scale (/LG)
User’s Manual
IM 04L51B01-06EN
4th Edition
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the SMARTDAC+ Series GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
(hereafter referred to as the recorder, GX, GP, or GM).
This manual explains the Log scale (/LG option) function of the GX, GP, and GM.
Although the display of GX20 is used in this manual, GX10/GP10/GP20 can be
operated similarly. Moreover, for the GM10, the same content can be displayed on a
Web browser.
To ensure correct use, please read this manual thoroughly before beginning operation.
For details on other settings, procedures, and communication features, read also the
following user’s manuals.
• Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20 Paperless Recorder User’s Manual (IM 04L51B01-01EN)
• Data Acquisition System GM User’s Manual (IM 04L55B01-01EN)
• Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10 Communication Command User’s Manual (IM
04L51B01-17EN)
The following manuals are provided for the GX/GP.
• Paper Manuals
Manual Title Manual No. Description
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20
Paperless Recorder
First Step Guide
IM 04L51B01-02EN Explains the basic operations of the GX/GP.
• Downloadable Electronic Manuals
You can download the latest manuals from the following website.
www.smartdacplus.com/manual/en/
Model Manual Title Manual No. Description
GX/GP Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20
Paperless Recorder
First Step Guide
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20
Paperless Recorder
User’s Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20
Advanced Security Function (/AS)
User’s Manual
GM GM Data Acquisition System
First Step Guide
GM Data Acquisition System
User’s Manual
GM Data Acquisition System
Advanced Security Function (/AS)
User’s Manual
GX/GPGMModel GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
Communication Commands
User’s Manual
SMARTDAC+ STANDARD
Universal Viewer
User’s Manual
SMARTDAC+ STANDARD
Hardware Configurator
User’s Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
Multi-batch Function (/BT)
User’s Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
Log Scale (/LG)
User’s Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
EtherNet/IP Communication (/E1)
User’s Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
WT Communication (/E2)
User’s Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
OPC-UA Server (/E3)
User’s Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
SLMP Communication (/E4)
User’s Manual
Model GX10/GX20/GP10/GP20/GM10
Loop Control Function, Program Control
Function (/PG Option)
User’s Manual
4th Edition: May 2020 (YK)
All Rights Reserved, Copyright © 2014, Yokogawa Electric Corporation
IM 04L51B01-02EN This is the electronic version of the paper manual.
IM 04L51B01-01EN Describes how to use the GX/GP. The communication
IM 04L51B01-05EN Describes how to use the advanced security function (/
IM 04L55B01-02EN This is the electronic version of the paper manual.
IM 04L55B01-01EN Describes how to use the GM. The communication
IM 04L55B01-05EN Describes how to use the advanced security function (/
IM 04L51B01-17EN Describes how to use command control communication
IM 04L61B01-01EN Describes how to use Universal Viewer, which is a
IM 04L61B01-02EN Describes how to use the PC software for creating setting
IM 04L51B01-03EN Describes how to use the multi-batch function (/BT
IM 04L51B01-06EN Describes how to use the log scale (/LG option).
IM 04L51B01-18EN Describes how to use the communication functions
IM 04L51B01-19EN Describes how to use WT communication (/E2 option).
IM 04L51B01-20EN Describes how to use the OPC-UA server function (/E3
IM 04L51B01-21EN Describes how to use SLMP communication function (/
IM 04L51B01-31EN Describes how to use the Loop Control Function,
control commands and some of the options are excluded.
AS option).
control commands and some of the options are excluded.
AS option).
functions.
software that displays GX/GP/GM measurement data
files.
parameters for various GX/GP/GM functions.
option).
through the EtherNet/IP (/E1 option).
option).
E4 option).
Program Control Function (/PG Option).
Continued on the next page
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Notes
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Trademarks
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DAQStudio
User’s Manual
IM 04L41B01-62EN Describes how to create custom displays (/CG option).
• The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result of
continuing improvements to the instrument’s performance and functions.
• Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy of its
contents. However, should you have any questions or find any errors, please contact your
nearest YOKOGAWA dealer.
• Copying or reproducing all or any part of the contents of this manual without the
permission of YOKOGAWA is strictly prohibited.
The product has a QR Code pasted for efficient plant maintenance work and asset
information management.
It enables confirming the specifications of purchased products and user’s manuals.
For more details, please refer to the following URL.
https://www.yokogawa.com/qr-code
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Using Open Source Software
This product uses open source software.
For details on using open source software, see Regarding the Downloading and Installing
for the Software, Manuals and Labels (IM 04L61B01-11EN).
Revisions
May 2014 1st Edition
December 2014 2nd Edition
June 2017 3rd Edition
May 2020 4th Edition
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Recorder Versions Described in This Manual
The contents of this manual correspond to the GX/GP with release number 4 (see the
STYLE S number) and style number 3 (GX10/GX20/GP10), style number 4 (GP20) (see the
STYLE H number) and the GM10 with release number 4 (see the STYLE S number) and
style number 1 (see the STYLE H number).
Edition Product Explanation
1 GX/GP: Version 2.01 and later —
2 GX/GP: Version 2.01 and later Describes the GM.
GM: Version 2.02 and later
3 GX/GP: Version 4.01 and later Support for Release number 4.
GM: Version 4.01 and later
4 GX/GP: Version 4.08 and later Support for style up (H: 3 (GX10/GX20/GP10), H: 4
GM: Version 4.07 and later —
(GP20)).
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Conventions Used in This Manual
Unit
K Denotes 1024. Example: 768K (file size)
k Denotes 1000.
Markings
WARNING Calls attention to actions or conditions that could cause serious or fatal
CAUTION Calls attention to actions or conditions that could cause light injury
Note Calls attention to information that is important for the proper operation
Reference Item
Improper handling or use can lead to injury to the user or damage to
the instrument. This symbol appears on the instrument to indicate that
the user must refer to the user’s manual for special instructions. The
same symbol appears in the corresponding place in the user’s manual
to identify those instructions. In the manual, the symbol is used in
conjunction with the word “WARNING” or “CAUTION.”
injury to the user, and precautions that can be taken to prevent such
occurrences.
to the user or cause damage to the instrument or user’s data, and
precautions that can be taken to prevent such occurrences.
of the instrument.
Reference to related operation or explanation is indicated after this
mark.
Example: section 4.1
Module Notation
Conventions Used in the Procedural Explanations
Bold characters Denotes key or character strings that appear on the screen.
Example: Volt
A
a# 1
Indicates the character types that can be used.
A
uppercase alphabet,
numbers
1
a
lowercase alphabet,
#
symbol,
Procedure Carry out the procedure according to the step numbers. All procedures
are written with inexperienced users in mind; depending on the
Explanation
operation, not all steps need to be taken.
Explanation gives information such as limitations related the procedure.
Path Indicates the setup screen and explains the settings.
Description
When necessary, the following notations are used to distinguish the GX90XA analog input
modules by type.
Type Suffix Code Notation
-U2 Universal
-C1 Current (mA)
-L1 Low withstand voltage relay
-T1 Electromagnetic relay
-H0 High-speed universal or High speed AI
-R1 4-wire RTD/resistance
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Contents
Using the Log scale Function ............................................................................................................. 1
Setting the Log scale ........................................................................................................................... 3
Introduction ................................................................................................................................................ i
Recorder Versions Described in This Manual ..........................................................................................iii
Conventions Used in This Manual ........................................................................................................... iv
Log Scale Display Function ...................................................................................................................... 1
Restrictions ............................................................................................................................................... 2
AI channel settings ................................................................................................................................... 3
Setup Examples ..................................................................................................................................... 13
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