Yokogawa Data Logging Software GA10 - Manual (Page 3)

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Introduction
This manual explains how to use Data Logging Software
GA10 (hereafter referred to as GA10). To ensure correct
use, please read this manual thoroughly before beginning
operation.
Downloading Manuals
You can download the latest user’s manuals from the fol-
lowing URL.
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• Electronic Manuals (this manual, and related
manuals)
Manual Title Manual No.
Model GA10/GA10CL/GA10UP
Data Logging Software User’s Manual (this manual)
IM 04L65B01-01EN
SMARTDAC+STANDARD
Universal Viewer User’s Manual
IM 04L61B01-01EN
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product)
Manual Title Manual No.
GA10 Data Logging Software
Downloading the Latest Software and Manuals
IM 04L65B01-02Z2
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lowing URL.
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Notes
• The contents of this manual are subject to change
without prior notice as a result of continuing
improvements to the software’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.
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of this manual without YOKOGAWA’s permission is
strictly prohibited.
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How to Use This Manual
Structure of the Manual
This manual contains the following seven chapters.
Chapter Title Description
1
Before Using the
Product
This chapter provides an overview of Data
Logging Software GA10. It also explains
the main specifications of the software and
the PC system requirements.
2 Preparation
This chapter provides a flowchart and the
procedure to prepare the software for data
collection and recording.
3
Configuring and
Starting Data
Collection and
Recording
This chapter explains two configuration
modes for data collection and recording
with GA10: Simple Settings and Detail
Settings.
4
Monitoring Data
Collection
This chapter explains how to use the
Monitor Page to monitor data collection.
5
Managing
Recording Data
This chapter explains how to edit recording
data files from a list and how to display
recording data files on a viewer.
6 Managing Users
This chapter explains how to register,
delete, and edit information of users that
will perform data collection and recording
with GA10.
7 Troubleshooting
This chapter provides messages that GA10
may display and how to deal with them
as well as answers to frequently asked
questions.
Scope of This Manual
This manual does not explain the operations of your PC’s
operating system. For this information, read the Windows
user’s guide or related materials.
Conventions Used in This Manual
Notes
IMPORTANT
Identifies important information required to
understand operations or functions.
Note Calls attention to information that is important for
the proper operation of GA10.
Reference Item
Reference to related operation or explanation is
indicated after this mark.
Example: section 4.1
Conventions Used in the Procedural Explanations
Bold characters Indicates character strings that appear on the
screen.
Example: Voltage
Images
The images used in this manual may differ from those that
actually appear in the software. Such differences do not
affect the procedural explanation.
Version and Functions Described in This Manual
Edition Product Addition and Change Refer To
1 Version 1.01.xx — —
Revisions
1st Edition: February 2014
1st Edition: February, 2014 (YK)
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