Digi-Star StockWeigh 550 EID - Manual (Page 18)

StockWeigh 550 EID and StockWeigh Link
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FILES/Setup Options
This command opens a dialog box to enable the operator to configure the software. The available
settings are:
Received Text File Storage
File Path
Enter file path for the folder that contains the data files. The default file path is
C:\StockWeigh\Data.
Fixed File Name
Always store data to same file in the folder defined in “File Path” field. A text entry box will
appear
CAUTION: Previously existing data file will be overwritten and lost when using fixed file name.
Use Date Specific File Name (see below) to avoid loss of data.
NOTE: Make sure destination file is not open in another program when writing to that file.
Ask Each Time for File Name
PC prompts operator for filename each time data is stored to the PC. File is stored in folder
described in “File Path” field. The default file location is C:\StockWeigh\Data.
Date Specific File Name [yymmdd_xx.csv]
A unique filename is automatically generated by the program. The filename includes the
date and sequential number. File is located in folder defined in “File Path” field. The default
file location is C:\StockWeigh\Data.
Examples:
C:\StockWeigh\Data \092803_00.csv
C:\StockWeigh\Data \092803_01.csv
Auto File Retrieval
Auto Detect StockWeigh and Retrieve Livestock Data
With above selection, the PC senses that the indicator is connected, and automatically
stores the data in a CSV file. StockWeigh Link software must be running 15 seconds before
indicator is connected.
Only Retrieve Livestock Data by Operator Demand
With above selection, the operator must enter the utilities menu and select the command
“Read StockWeigh 550 EID” to transfer data from the indicator to a CSV file in the PC.
Clear StockWeigh 550 EID Memory Mode
Auto Clear After Read
If selected, the StockWeigh 550 EID memory data memory will be cleared automatically after
it is read and stored on the PC.