Measurement Computing TempScan/1100 - Manual (Page 59)

TempScan / MultiScan User's Manual 879596 System Configuration 4-1
System Configuration 4
Introduction …… 4-1
Memory Allocation …… 4-2
Measuring Modes (MultiScan/1200 Only) …… 4-2
Line-Cycle Integration / High-Speed Multi-Channel Mode …… 4-3
Single-Channel High-Speed Burst Mode …… 4-5
Required Configuration …… 4-6
Channel Configuration …… 4-7
Scan Configuration …… 4-9
Acquisition Configuration …… 4-13
Trigger Configuration …… 4-16
Additional Configuration …… 4-18
Alarm Configuration …… 4-19
Stamp Configuration …… 4-22
Data Format Configuration …… 4-26
Power-Up Configuration …… 4-32
Introduction
The primary function of the TempScan/1100 or MultiScan/1200 system is to scan and digitize transducer
signals, typically thermocouples. Most of the system features are programmable, allowing you to change
settings and configurations from the controlling computer.
The API command set of the TempScan/1100 or MultiScan/1200 unit provides access to these
programmable features. Issuing commands to the unit changes its internal state and its operating
configuration. Most operating states have a default value. If no commands are sent to alter its original
state, the default value will be used. Sending commands to the unit is necessary only if the default values
are not desired.
For experts who prefer to program, the following text discusses the configuration of the TempScan/1100
and MultiScan/1200 systems without the use of ChartView. ChartView is a Windows-based setup and
acquisition applications, which is included with your TempScan/1100 or MultiScan/1200 package and
provides an easy-to-use alternative to programming.
ChartView documentation is provided immediately after Chapter 6 of this manual.