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Summarization of Contents
Introduction
Paper Manual
Lists the available paper manuals for the Daqstation DX2000, including their titles, manual numbers, and descriptions.
Electronic Manuals
Lists the available electronic manuals for the Daqstation DX2000, including their titles, manual numbers, and descriptions.
DAQSTANDARD Manuals
Lists the DAQSTANDARD manuals contained in the DAQSTANDARD CD, including titles and manual numbers.
DX’s Version and Functions Described in This Manual
DX’s Version and Functions
Details the DX versions and the corresponding functions and changes introduced in each edition.
How to Use This Manual
Structure of the Manual
Provides an overview of the manual's structure, outlining its chapters and their contents for user guidance.
1.1 Input Section
Measurement Channel
Details the number of measurement channels and the scan intervals for different DX models.
Integration Time of the A/D Converter
Explains setting the A/D converter's integration time to eliminate power supply frequency noise.
Input Type and Computation
Lists the available input types for measurements, including DC voltage, DC current, thermocouple, and RTD.
1.2 Alarms
Alarm Type
Describes the different alarm types available, such as high limit, low limit, and rate-of-change alarms.
Alarm Hysteresis
Explains setting the width (hysteresis) for alarm activation and release.
Delay High Limit Alarm and Delay Low Limit Alarm
Details alarms that occur when the measured value stays above or below the alarm value for a specified time.
High Limit on Rate-of-Change Alarm and Low Limit on Rate-of-Change Alarm
Describes alarms triggered by the rate of change of measured values over a set interval.
Difference Upper Limit Alarm and Difference Lower Limit Alarm
Explains alarms that occur when the difference between two channel measurements exceeds a specified value.
1.3 Display
Common Items Related to the Display
Describes common display elements like the TFT LCD, screen configuration, status, and data display sections.
Status Display Section
Details the information displayed in the status section, including date/time, batch name, user name, and system status.
Group Display
Explains how channels are displayed in groups on trend, digital, and bar graph displays, with auto-switching options.
Alarm Indication
Describes how alarms are indicated with symbols on various displays and in the alarm summary.
1.4 Data Storage Function
Data Types
Lists the types of data that the DX can record: display data, event data, manual sampled data, report data, etc.
Flow of Data Recording and Storage
Illustrates the process of data recording from channels to internal memory and then to external storage.
Recording Conditions of Display Data
Details settings for recording display data, including source channels, sampling interval, and file creation.
Recording Conditions of Event Data
Specifies settings for event data recording, including sample rate, mode (Free, Single, Repeat), and pre-trigger.
1.5 Batch Function
Overview
Introduces the batch function for adding batch information to data files for easier management.
Batch Information
Explains batch number, lot number, automatic increment, text fields, and batch comments for data files.
1.7 Security Function
Key Lock Function
Explains how to disable key operations by locking keys, requiring a password for release.
Login Function
Describes how to enable operation only for registered users, including administrator and user roles.
1.8 Computation and Report Function (/M1 and /PM1 Options)
Computation Types
Lists various computation types available, including arithmetic, logical, statistical, and relational operations.
Special Computation
Details special computation functions like PRE, HOLD, RESET, CARRY, and conditional expressions.
Report Function
Explains how to create hourly, daily, weekly, and monthly reports using various data types and combinations.
1.9 FAIL/Status Output Function (/F1 and /F2 Options)
Output Relay Operation Assignment
Describes how to assign operations to FAIL and Status relays based on system status.
FAIL Output
Explains the FAIL output relay signal, which is energized during normal operation and de-energized on CPU failure.
Status Output
Details how to output status information via a relay contact, covering memory status, measurement errors, and communication errors.
1.10 Other Functions
Time Related Functions
Covers time correction methods, time deviation limit, date format, time zone, and DST settings.
System Display
Explains how to view system information, including communication functions, memory size, and firmware version.
USB Interface (/USB1 option)
Describes connecting keyboards, barcode readers, or USB flash memory to the DX's USB ports.
External Input Channels (/MC1 option)
Explains how to handle measured data from external devices via communication functions.
2.2 Setting the Time Difference from GMT
Date & Time > Time zone
Sets the time zone by specifying the difference from GMT, crucial for network and DST functions.
2.3 Setting the Time Correction Operation during Memory Sampling
Time deviation limit
Configures gradual or immediate time correction based on deviation from specified time during memory sampling.
2.4 Setting the Date Format
Date format
Allows selection of the date display format, affecting screen display but not data file names or output.
Applied Range
Specifies where the selected date format is applied, primarily on screen displays.
2.5 Viewing the DX Information
Displaying System Information Screen
Shows system information such as number of channels, memory size, options, MAC address, and firmware version.
System Information Screen
Details the specific items displayed in the system information screen.
Network Information Screen
Displays network settings like IP address, MAC address, DNS server, host name, and server function conditions.
2.6 Changing the Displayed Language
Operating environment > Language
Allows selection of the displayed language from English, Japanese, German, French, or Chinese.
2.7 Setting the LCD Brightness and Backlight Saver
LCD Settings
Covers adjusting LCD brightness and configuring the backlight saver function to prolong LCD life.
2.8 Initializing Settings and Clearing the Internal Memory
Initializing Settings
Procedure for initializing settings to default values and clearing internal memory data, with options for different data types.
2.9 Outputting the DX Status via the Relay Contact (/F1 and /F2 Options)
Assigning Relay Operations
Describes how to assign operations to relay contacts for FAIL and Status outputs based on DX status.
Status Relay Details
Details the status relay settings for memory/media status, measurement errors, communication errors, and memory stop.
2.10 Controlling the DX with the Remote Control Terminal (/KB1 and /KB2 Options)
Remote Control Terminal Preparation
Covers the preparation steps for using the remote control terminal, including setting the remote controller ID.
Correspondence with the DX Keys
Maps the DX keys to their corresponding keys on the remote control terminal for operation.
2.11 Controlling the DX with a Keyboard or Barcode Reader (/USB1 Option)
Keyboard and Barcode Reader Connection
Explains how to connect USB keyboards and barcode readers to the DX, including removal procedures.
Barcode Reader Settings
Details the configuration settings for barcode readers, including USB host parameter and device type.
2.12 Using the USB Flash Memory (/USB1 Option)
USB Flash Memory Connection
Describes the procedure for connecting and removing USB flash memory from the DX.
Saving and Loading Data
Outlines data save/load operations and file management functions for USB flash memory.
2.13 Setting the Decimal Point Type (Release number 3 or later)
Decimal Point Types
Allows setting the decimal point type (period or comma) for displays and text files.
2.14 Showing or Hiding the Menu Item for Switching from Setting Mode to Basic Setting Mode (Release number 3 or later)
Basic Setting Mode Menu Display
Configures whether the 'Basic setting mode' menu item is displayed in the setting mode menu.
3.1 Setting the Scan Interval and the Integration Time of the A/D Converter
Scan Interval and A/D Integration Time Settings
Details settings for scan interval (Normal, FAST) and A/D integration time (Auto, 50Hz, 60Hz, 100ms, 600Hz).
3.2 Setting the Burnout Detection and the Reference Junction Compensation of the Thermocouple Input
Burnout Detection and RJC Settings
Configures burnout detection for sensors and selects the reference junction compensation method for thermocouples.
3.3 Setting the Input Range
Input Range Settings
Covers settings for input range mode, type, span, scale, unit, reference channel, and low-cut for measurement channels.
3.4 Setting the Moving Average of the Input
Moving Average Settings
Allows enabling the moving average function and setting the number of data points for noise suppression.
3.5 Setting the Auxiliary Alarm Function
Auxiliary Alarm Settings
Covers reflash operation, rate-of-change calculation intervals, and alarm indicator behavior (non-hold/hold).
3.7 Setting Alarms on Channels
Alarms Configuration
Details setting alarms for each channel, including alarm type, value, delay time, relay output, and hysteresis.
3.8 Releasing the Alarm Output (Alarm ACK Operation)
Alarm ACK Operation Procedures
Explains how to perform alarm acknowledge operations to clear alarm indications and outputs.
3.9 Performing Calibration Correction (/CC1 Option)
Calibration Correction Settings
Describes how to perform calibration correction by setting number of points, MES val, and True val.
3.10 Counting Pulses (/PM1 Option)
Pulse Counting Configuration
Explains how to set up pulse input channels for counting pulses per second or per scan interval.
3.11 Setting the Method of Detecting Over-Range Values of Linearly Scaled Measurement Channels
Over-Range Detection Settings
Configures how over-range values are displayed ('Free' or 'Over') for linearly scaled channels.
3.12 Using the Alarm Annunciator Function (Release number 3 or later)
Alarm Annunciator Configuration
Details settings for the alarm annunciator function, including mode, sequence, and display window layouts.
3.13 Managing the Input Calibration Interval (/CC1 option; release numbers 4 and later)
Input Calibration Management Settings
Allows managing input calibration intervals by enabling notification and specifying renotification periods.
4.1 Operations in Operation Mode
Screen Switching Operations
Explains how to switch between different display screens using DISP/ENTER and arrow keys.
Operations Using Other Keys
Describes operations using FUNC key, USER key, Favorite key, and START/STOP keys.
4.2 Displaying the Measured Data as Waveforms, Values, or Bar Graphs
Displaying Data
Details how to show and change displayed contents for trend, digital, and bar graph displays.
4.3 Displaying Past Measured Data (Historical Trend Display)
Historical Trend Display Operations
Explains methods to display past measured data, including recall from selection menus and summaries.
4.4 Display the Statuses of All Channels on One Screen (Overview Display)
Overview Display Operations
Describes how to display and change contents of the overview screen, including tag detail and jump functions.
4.5 Displaying Various Information
Information Display Options
Lists various information displays available, such as alarm summary, message summary, memory summary, and report data.
4.6 Using the Alarm Summary
Alarm Summary Operations
Explains how to change displayed contents, move the cursor, scroll alarms, and recall historical trend data.
4.7 Using the Message Summary
Message Summary Operations
Details how to change displayed contents, move the cursor, scroll messages, and recall historical trend data.
4.8 Using the Memory Summary
Memory Summary Operations
Explains how to change displayed contents, move cursor, scroll memory information, and display historical trends.
Saving the Data
Describes saving data from internal memory to CF card or USB flash memory.
4.9 Displaying a List of Operation Logs
Operation Log Display
Explains how to display various operation logs, including login, error, communication, FTP, and web logs.
4.10 Showing the Four Panel Display
Four Panel Display Operations
Details how to show, switch, and change displays assigned to the four panels.
4.11 Displaying Stacked Bar Graphs (/M1 and /PM1 options; release number 3 or later)
Stacked Bar Graph Operations
Explains how to display stacked bar graphs, including changing contents, selecting bars, and moving the cursor.
5.1 Setting Display Groups
Display Group Settings
Covers settings for group number, group set (On/Off, name), and channel set for display groups.
5.2 Displaying Tags or Channel Numbers
Tag and Channel Number Display Settings
Explains how to display channels using tags or channel numbers, including tag number usage and comment settings.
5.3 Setting the Trend Interval and Switching to the Secondary Trend Interval
Trend Interval Settings
Allows setting the trend interval and switching to a secondary interval during memory sampling.
5.4 Writing Messages
Message Writing Configuration
Details how to write messages, including selecting message number, characters, and write group settings.
5.5 Changing the Channel Display Colors
Channel Color Settings
Allows changing the display colors for channels, applied to trend and bar graph displays.
5.6 Displaying Channels in Display Zones
Display Zone Settings
Specifies waveform display zones for each channel to prevent waveform overlap.
5.7 Displaying a Scale on the Trend Display
Scale Display Settings
Covers settings for scale position, number of divisions, digits, and current value indicator on trend displays.
5.8 Displaying Alarm Point Marks and Color Scale Band on the Scale
Alarm Mark and Color Scale Band Settings
Describes displaying alarm marks on the scale and specifying ranges with color bands.
5.9 Partially Expanding the Waveform
Waveform Expansion Settings
Allows partial expansion of a waveform by reducing other sections and setting the boundary position.
5.10 Changing the Display Layout, Clearing of the Waveform at Start, Message Display Direction, Waveform Line Width, and Grid
Display Layout and Waveform Settings
Covers changing display layout, clearing waveform at start, message direction, line width, and grid settings.
5.11 Changing the Bar Graph Display Method
Bar Graph Display Settings
Explains changing the bar graph display method, including direction and base position.
5.12 Using the Circular Display
Circular Display Settings
Describes using the circular display instead of the trend display, including time per revolution and offset time.
Circular Display Content Changes
Explains how to change displayed contents in the circular display, such as cycle display and scale settings.
5.13 Changing the Background Color of the Display
Display Background Color Settings
Allows changing the background color for operation screens and historical trend displays.
5.14 Automatically Switching Display Groups
Automatic Display Group Switching Settings
Configures automatic switching of displayed groups at specified intervals.
5.15 Automatically Switching Back to the Default Display
Automatic Default Display Settings
Sets a preset display to show when there is no key operation for a specific time.
5.16 Using the Favorite Key
Favorite Key Settings
Allows registering frequently used displays to the favorite key for simple operation.
5.17 Writing a Message When the DX Recovers from a Power Failure
Power-fail Message Settings
Enables writing a message to the trend display when the DX recovers from a power failure during memory sampling.
5.18 Changing the FUNC Key Menu and Display Selection Menu
Menu Customization
Allows changing the FUNC key menu and display selection menu items, order, and visibility.
5.19 Displaying Comments (Release number 3 or later)
Comment Registration
Explains registering text strings to comment fields and combining them into text blocks for display.
6.1 Setting the Recording Conditions of the Measured Data
Data Type
Specifies the type of data to record: display data, event data, or both.
Recording Conditions of Display Data
Details settings for recording display data, including source channels, sampling interval, and file save interval.
Recording Conditions of Event Data
Covers settings for event data recording, including sample rate, mode, and pre-trigger.
6.2 Setting the Method for Saving the Data
Auto save
Enables automatic saving of measured data to the CF card, including Media FIFO settings.
File header, Data file name
Sets the file header comment and the structure of the data file name.
Save directory
Specifies the name of the directory on the storage medium for saving data.
6.3 Using the Batch Function
Batch Function
Enables data management using batch names, including batch number, lot number, text fields, and comments.
Data file name
Sets the name structure for display data files and event data files using sequence number and batch name.
Text Field
Allows registering comments to specified text fields (up to 200) and text info (up to 32 characters).
6.4 Starting/Stopping the Recording and Saving the Measured Data, Saving the Measured Data through Key Operation
Starting the Recording (Memory Start)
Details how to start recording, including trigger operations via key or events.
Saving the Display Data or Event Data during Memory Sampling through Key Operation
Explains how to save display or event data from internal memory to the CF card using key operations.
Stopping the Recording (Memory Stop)
Describes the procedure for stopping recording and saving measured data, including confirmation prompts.
6.5 Manually Saving the Measured Data (Manual Sample)
Manual Sample Settings
Covers settings for manual sample number, on/off, and channel selection for saving instantaneous values.
6.6 Saving the Screen Image Data (Snapshot)
File Format
Specifies that the snapshot data file is in PNG format.
Save Destination
Indicates that snapshot data is saved to the CF card and USB flash memory.
6.7 Managing the Files on the Storage Medium
Displaying a List of Files on the Storage Medium, Deleting Files, and Checking the Free Space
Explains how to display files, delete files/directories, and check free space on the storage medium.
Formatting the Storage Medium
Describes the process of formatting the storage medium, which removes all contents.
6.8 Loading and Displaying the Measured Data in the Storage Medium
Loading a File
Procedure for loading display or event data files from external storage and displaying waveforms.
6.9 Saving/Loading the Setup Data
Saving the Setup Data
Explains how to save the DX setup data to external storage medium via CF or USB.
Loading the Setup Data for the Setting Mode
Describes loading setup data for the setting mode from external storage.
Loading the Setup Data for the Setting Mode and Basic Setting Mode
Details loading setup data for both setting mode and basic setting mode, including options for security settings.
6.10 Loading and Saving Report Templates (/M1 and /PM1 options; release numbers 4 and later)
Loading a Template File
Explains loading report templates (.xml files) from external storage to create custom report files.
Saving a Template File
Describes saving report templates from internal memory to external storage medium.
7.1 Setting the Event Action Function (Including the remote control function of the /R1 and /PM1 options and the USER key)
Event and Action
Defines how specified actions are carried out when events occur, linking events to actions.
Timer
Explains the timer function used for event actions, including absolute and relative timer modes.
Actions
Lists available actions that can be executed based on events, such as Memory start/stop, Alarm ACK, and Save operations.
7.2 Setup Examples of Event Action
Example 1: Starting/Stopping the Memory Sampling through Remote Control (/R1 Option)
Sets up event action to start/stop memory sampling using remote control input terminal 2.
Example 2: Writing a Message When an Alarm Occurs
Configures writing a message ('Channel 1 Alarm') to group 1 when an alarm occurs on channel 1.
Example 3: Saving the Data Every Day at Hour 17
Sets up saving recorded data to CF card daily at hour 17 using match time condition 1.
7.3 Changing the Response to Remote Contact Input Opening and Closing (/R1 and /PM1 options; release number 3 or later)
Remote Input Settings
Specifies operation for remote control terminals (1-8), including N.O. and N.C. settings.
8.1 Disabling the Key Operation (Key Lock Function)
Key Lock Function
Explains how to enable the key lock function to disable key operations, requiring a password for release.
Key Operation to Be Disabled
Lists the specific key operations that can be locked independently.
8.2 Enabling Only Registered Users to Operate the DX (Login Function)
Login Function
Describes enabling login function for registered users to operate the DX via keys or communications.
Registering Administrators
Procedure for registering administrators, specifying admin settings like mode, user name, and password.
Registering Users
Details the process of registering users, including user settings for mode, user name, password, and authority.
8.3 Logging in and Logging Out
Logging In
Explains the procedure for logging into the DX using registered user names and passwords.
Logging Out
Describes how to log out of the DX using keys, which removes the user name from the status indication.
9.1 Setting the Expression, Measurement Range, Alarm, Tag, and Data Storage on Computation Channels
Expression and Alarm
Covers setting calculation expressions, measurement range, alarm, tag, and data storage for computation channels.
Constants Used in Expressions
Explains how to use constants in expressions, including setting the number and value of constants.
Tag, Memory Sampling On/Off, and Alarm Delay Time of Computation Channels
Details settings for tag, memory sampling on/off, and alarm delay time for computation channels.
9.2 Writing Expressions
Common Items
Provides rules for writing expressions, including character limits, precedence, and channel number specifications.
Order of Precedence in Computations
Details the order of precedence for computing elements in mathematical expressions.
Limitations
Lists limitations for TLOG, CLOG, PRE, HOLD, RESET, and CARRY computations, and conditional expressions.
9.3 Displaying the Computation Channels
Color
Allows changing the display colors for computation channels, applied to trend and bar graph displays.
Zone Display, Scale Display, and Bar Graph Display
Explains how to display computation channels in zones, scales, and bar graphs.
Partial Expanded Display
Describes partially expanding waveforms for computation channels.
9.4 Starting/Stopping Computation, Resetting Computation, and Releasing Computation Data Dropout Display
Action Taken When the START Key Is Pressed
Defines actions taken when the START key is pressed, such as starting computation or resetting and starting.
Starting the Computation
Explains how to start computation simultaneously with memory sampling or independently.
Stopping the Computation
Describes stopping computation simultaneously with memory sampling or independently.
Resetting the Computed Results on All Computation Channels
Details how to reset computed results for all computation channels.
9.5 Creating Reports
Report Computation Type
Selects the type of data for reports: average, max, min, sum, or instantaneous value.
Report Type and Time of Creation
Sets the report type (hourly, daily, weekly, monthly) and the time for report creation.
Source Channels
Specifies the channels to be used for report creation, excluding those set to Skip or Off.
9.6 Creating a Report Template (Release numbers 4 and later)
Template Example
Provides an example of how to create a report template in Excel using keywords.
Report Example
Shows an example of a generated report file based on a template.
10.1 Setting External Input Channels
Setting the Input
Explains how to load external instrument data using Modbus client or master functions.
Input Range and Alarm
Covers setting the input range, alarm types, and alarm values for external input channels.
Tag, Memory Sample, and Alarm Delay Time
Details settings for tag, memory sample on/off, and alarm delay time for external input channels.
10.2 Displaying the External Input Channels
Channel Display Color
Allows changing the display colors for external input channels.
Zone Display, Scale Display, and Bar Graph Display
Explains how to display external input channels in zones, scales, and bar graphs.
Alarm Marks and Color Scale Band
Describes displaying alarm marks and color scale bands for external input channels on the scale.
11.1 A List of Messages
Errors Related to Parameter Settings
Lists error codes and messages related to parameter settings, with explanations and countermeasures.
Execution Errors
Details execution errors that can occur during operation, sampling, saving, or formatting.
Communication Application Errors
Lists errors related to e-mail and web server communication, including IP address and SMTP issues.
11.2 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Steps
Provides a flowchart for diagnosing and resolving issues when the DX does not function properly.
12.1 Periodic Inspection
Inspection Checks
Recommends periodic checks for display/storage function and LCD backlight brightness.
12.2 Calibrating the DX
Required Instruments
Lists recommended instruments for calibrating the DX, such as DC voltage standards and resistance boxes.
Calibration Procedure
Details the steps for calibrating the DX, including wiring, warm-up, environment checks, and input signal application.
13.1 Signal Input and Alarm
Measurement Input
Specifies measurement inputs, scan interval, A/D integration time, and measurable ranges for various input types.
Alarms
Details alarm settings, including number of alarms, levels, colors, types, delay time, output, hysteresis, and display.
13.2 Display Function
Display
Specifies display details like LCD size, brightness, and backlight saver function.
Displayed Information
Lists displayed information items such as display groups, color, trend display, digital display, bar graph, and historical trend.
Other Displayed Information
Covers tag display, message settings, status display section, auto switching of groups, and default display.
13.3 Data Saving Function
Data Type
Lists DX data types and their file extensions, including display data, event data, and setup data.
Display Data and Event Data
Details internal memory capacity, number of files, operation modes, and data formats for display and event data.
Manual Sampled Data
Specifies item, measurement value, internal memory storage, and data format for manual sampled data.
Report Data (/M1 and /PM1)
Details item, report schedule, maximum reports, and data format for report data.
Snapshot Data
Specifies item, data format, and output destination for snapshot data.
Saving Data to the External Storage Medium
Covers data saving methods (manual, auto save), file name structure, and save destination.
13.4 Other Standard Functions
Event Action Function
Details the event action function, including event types, number of settings, timers, and actions.
Security Function
Outlines security functions like key lock, login function, administrators, and users.
Time Related Functions
Covers clock functions, time setting, DST, time zone, and date format.
13.5 Options
Alarm Output Relay (/A1, /A2, /A3, /A4, and /A5)
Specifies alarm output relay actions, number of outputs, ratings, and selectable operations.
RS-232 Interface (/C2) and RS-422/485 Interface (/C3)
Details specifications for RS-232 and RS-422/485 interfaces, including connection, protocol, and transmission mode.
VGA Output (/D5)
Specifies the resolution and connector for the VGA output terminal.
FAIL/Status Output Relay (/F1)
Covers relay operation assignment for FAIL output and status output.
FAIL/Alarm Output Relay 22 Outputs (/F2)
Details FAIL/status output relay specifications and alarm output relay specifications.
Clamped Input Terminal (Detachable) (/H2)
Specifies the input terminal and recommended wire size for clamp input terminals.
13.6 General Specifications
Construction
Details the physical construction of the DX, including mounting, material, color, and dimensions.
Normal Operating Conditions
Specifies operating conditions like supply voltage, ambient temperature, humidity, vibration, and shock.
Power Supply
Provides specifications for the power supply, including rated voltage, frequency, and power consumption.
Isolation
Details insulation resistance and withstand voltage specifications between various terminals and earth.
Appendix 1 File Size of Display Data and Event Data
File Size Calculation
Explains how to calculate file sizes for display data and event data, including information other than sampled data.
Save Duration to the CF Card
Estimates the duration for which measured data can be saved to a CF card via automatic saving.
Time until the Internal Memory Becomes Full
Estimates the time until the internal memory becomes full, requiring manual saving to CF card.
Appendix 2 Types of Data Files That the DX Can Create and Their Application
Data File Types and Application
Lists the types of data files the DX can create (DAD, DAE, DAR, etc.) and their applications.
Appendix 3 Text File Data Format
Format of the Manual Sample Data File
Explains the format of manual sampled data files, including numerical values and strings delimited by tabs.
Report File Format
Describes the format of report files (hourly, daily, etc.), including numeric values and strings delimited by tabs.
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