Ocean Optics Ocean View Install - Manual (Page 74)

5: Schematic View
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Nodes
Nodes graphically represent a static data capture from an acquisition on the Schematic View. Nodes are
categorized in OceanView based on their function as follows:
• Acquire Node
• Constant Nodes
• Basic math Nodes
• Advanced Math Nodes
• Source Nodes
• Bounds Nodes
• Views Nodes
► Procedure
To create a schematic node,
1. Right-click on the schematic, and then select the desired node from the list.
2. Double-click on the node to display its associated Node Parameter Controls dialog box.
3. Make your selections.
4. Connect the appropriate nodes as shown in the tables below to view the output.
To delete a node, right-click on the node and select Delete.
Acquire Node
The Acquire node ( ) is the source of your data acquisition. An Acquire node should be present for each
device managed by OceanView. Create an Acquire node on the schematic by one of the following
methods:
• Right-click on the desired device and select New Acquisition.
• Select Acquisition | New Acquisition from the menu.
• Click on the New Acquisition control (
) in the toolbar.
• Type the shortcut Ctrl + N
Double-click on the Acquisition node to display the Acquisition Node Parameter Controls dialog box.
To create a new view of the selected acquisition, right-click on the Acquisition node and select New
View.
To delete the acquisition node and all connected nodes, right-click on it and select Remove Acquisition.
Creating a Schematic View
A schematic view can be created by selecting Window | Schematic.