Modifying Data File Content Labels And Notations - GE MFE DMS 2 Operating Manual

5.3.2 Modifying Data File Content Labels and
Notations
In this part of the manual, you'll learn how to modify the
labels and notations that appear within a data file. Within a
typical data file, several file features are identified with labels.
For instance, in a Boiler type file, elevation and point names
are assigned as part of the file creation process. In the
HEADER Submenu, several notations related to instrument
settings, probe serial number, and operator identification can
be input. These notations will appear whenever a report is
produced (Chapter 6).
Editing the Names of Elevations, Locations, and other File
Content Labels
Step 1: Open the Data Recorder by pushing
DR Menu (Figure 5-2) is opened, you'll note five submenus
listed on the Submenu Bar.
Step 2: Make sure the data file that you wish to edit is active,
and the specific point (or a point within the elevation or location
you wish to rename) is selected. (See Section 5.2 for File
Navigation Mode)
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Step 3: Activate the EDIT submenu by selecting it with
or
appear, including ITEM. You must select the insert or delete
mode for AT to appear.
Step 4: Press
that several file characteristics are listed including some of the
following: Point, Row, Column, Elevation, or Location. This
listing varies depending on the selected file type. Not all ITEM's
listed can be modified.
Step 5: Select the item you wish to modify. For instance, if you
wish to change the name given to an Elevation from FLOOR1
. Once the
to LEVEL1, you must first press
until ELEVATION is highlighted.
Step 6: Then use the AT selection to move to the desired
location in the data file. In this case, press
until FLOOR1 appears next to the word ELEVATION. Note
5. Working with Stored Data
so that it's highlighted. Several selections will
below the selection titled ITEM. You'll note
below the ITEM selection
below AT
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