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The DVNext Rheometer will display a status bar at the top of the screen at all times.
This status bar will indicate the following: time of day, date, and connection status for a variety of connection devices.
The status icons are defined as:
USB Icon 1, 2, 3:
Printer Icon:
Computer Icon:
Bath Icon:
Temperature Probe Icon:
Ethernet
2.3 Navigation
The DVNext Rheometer uses a touch screen display. Navigation of the instrument features is done using a variety
of Data Fields, Arrows, Command Keys and Navigation Icons. The operating system has been designed for intuitive
operation and employs color to assist the user in identifying options.
M19-2101 REVISION 2.0
The DVNext Rheometer can store data and tests to USB storage
device (USB B) such as a USB Flash Drive. There are three USB
ports. These ports are represented as 1, 2 and 3 based on the
order of connection.
The DVNext Rheometer can communicate to a label printer for
printing test results.
The DVNext Rheometer can communicate with a computer
through the USB B port. Communication is supported with
AMETEK Brookfield RheocalcT software.
The DVNext Rheometer can communicate with a
AMETEK Brookfield Thermosel (HT-106 Controller) or
Temperature Bath (SD or AP Controllers) to control sample
temperature.
The DVNext Rheometer can read the temperature
probe sensor and shows the icon when the probe is plugged in.
The DVNext Rheometer can connect to a Network.
Data Fields require that the user touch the screen to initiate the data entry/
selection process. These fields are normally outlined in black. They may also
include a blue arrow.
Blue Arrows indicate that options exist for a Data Field. The user may be
required to press anywhere in the Data Field or they may have to press the
Blue Arrow specifically.
Command Keys are buttons which direct the DVNext to perform a specific
action such as SAVE a data set or STOP a program.
Command Keys are presented in a variety of colors. These keys are normally
found at the bottom of the screen.
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