Monarch Instrument DC 2000 - Manual (Page 11)

Chapter 1 General Description
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1.1.3.1 Display Menu
The Display Menu is accessed by pressing the Display button (DISPL) on the Command Button Bar. This
menu allows you to display any programmed point or series of points, or any current alarm or series of
alarms on the STATUS line along the top of the display. The version of operating software can also be
shown in a pop up window.
1.1.3.2 Program Menu
The Program Menu is accessed by pressing the Program button (PROG) on the Command Button Bar.
This Menu item may be passcode protected. The Program Menu allows you to define the system operating
parameters. Menu driven prompts, answered by yes, no or by entering the desired value, enable you to
customize the instrument to meet your application requirements. Refer to Chapter 5 for detailed instructions
on programming.
1.1.3.3 Function Menu
The Function Menu is accessed by pressing the Function button (FUNC) on the Command Button Bar.
This Menu item may be passcode protected. The Function Menu allows you to Activate, Bypass, and/or
Reset a point. This menu also allows you to change between high and low display chart speed or record
speed, turn Alarm Check on or off, and choose Scale Set 1 or 2.
1.1.3.4 Hidden Menu
The Hidden Menu can only be accessed by pressing a certain combination of buttons and may be passcode
protected. This menu allows you to Initialize the recorder, set Passcodes, perform Calibrations and
perform Diagnostics on the recorder. Refer to Chapter 4 for detailed information.
1.1.4 Memory
All the Random Access Memory (RAM) in the Recorder is battery backed. This enables the unit to recover in
the event of a mains failure with minor data loss. Any programming will be protected in the event of power
removal and past browse data is maintained in the off state. The battery is a Non-rechargeable lithium and will
keep memory intact for at least 12 months.
1.1.5 Clock
A real time clock monitors the time and date in the event of a power loss. It uses the same battery as the
Random Access Memory.
1.1.6 Recorder Construction
The Data Recorder features modular construction. Power Supply and Analog conditioning modules are
conveniently accessible for fast and simple troubleshooting and/or removal. The floppy disk, PCMCIA or Zip
drive can be accessed through the front of the unit.