ABUS Technologies Log Box-AA Data Logger - Manual (Page 19)

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7. OPERATION
The logger operation mode is user-defined in the LogChart-II software. To
access or change this configuration, the IR-LINK3 interface is required. The user must
install the LogChart-II software in a computer and run the logger configuration
according to instructions defined in the LogChart-II installation section of this manual.
After configuration and input electric connections are made, the device is ready
to measure and log input signals. The status indicator shows the logger current status.
7.1 Offloading Data
The transference of data to a PC is accomplished by using the LogChart II software. Data can
be collected anytime and saved in files for future analysis (menu “File Save” or “File Save as”). Help can
be accessed from the LogChart-II software when necessary. Offloading data: data offload is
accomplished by clicking on the button , or using the LogChart-II menu. During data transference, a
status bar indicates remaining data to be transferred. Data offloading time is proportional to the number
of readings logged. At the end of data transference, the Graph window is displayed as shown blow.
7.1.1 Graph window
The Graph is a convenient tool for analysis. It enables the logger acquisitions to be read in the
form of a “values x time” graph. As one moves the mouse in the chart area, the time and the value of
the records of each channel are shown in the field located in the bottom of the window.
Zooming in and out are implemented. It is possible to select an area by clicking and dragging
the mouse, thus creating a zoom region, starting at the upper left position of the region of interest.
Graph window.
NOTE: The command Offload acquisitions does not interrupt the process of data logging and reading.
Other two windows can be easily opened: General information window and Tables window.