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Loadmeter Model FG-L1 v1.0
For use with Shimpo force gauge models:
FGV-0.5, FGV-1, FGV-2, FGV-5, FGV-10, FGV-20, FGV-50, FGV-100,
FGV-200H, FGV-300H, FGV-500H
Congratulations on your purchase of Shimpo's Loadmeter software. We trust you will enjoy many years of
professional results from this product.
Please read this entire instruction manual thoroughly before initial set-up and operation; the information
contained herein will aid you in operating your Shimpo Loadmeter software safely and with excellent
results.
If you have any questions regarding our product(s), call your local Shimpo representative or contact
Shimpo Instruments directly for assistance.
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Summarization of Contents
Features and Installation
Important Safety Precautions
Advises against operating or storing the software in hazardous environments.
Software Installation Requirements
Details system prerequisites, cable connection, and installation steps for the Loadmeter software.
Loadmeter Main Screen Overview
Main Menu Navigation
Accesses core software functions like File, Condition, and Help.
Tool Bar Functions
Provides quick access to common operations like opening, saving, and printing.
Data Display Areas
Shows real-time measurement status, trigger levels, and recorded values.
Graph Display Area
Visualizes force vs. time data for measurements.
Tool Bar Icon Reference
File and Configuration Icons
Icons for file management, COM port selection, and unit settings.
Measurement Control Icons
Icons for starting, stopping, recording, and adjusting measurement parameters.
Data Display and Analysis Icons
Icons for selecting display units, creating data tables, and recording peak values.
Main Menu and File Operations
Main Menu Display Elements
Explains the various data fields and status indicators on the main screen.
File Menu Functions
Details options for opening, saving, printing, and exiting the software.
File Operations: Open and Save
Opening Data Files
Step-by-step guide for opening existing measurement data files.
Saving Data Files
Instructions for saving data in Real Data or Result Data formats.
File Operations: Print and Exit
Printing Measurement Data
Describes how to print recorded data and associated graphs.
Exiting the Software
Instructions on how to properly close the Loadmeter application.
Condition Menu Settings
Trigger Settings
Configures trigger mode, direction, load level, and time position for measurements.
Time and Weight Settings
Sets time interval for x-axis and y-axis measurement increments.
COM Port Selection
Allows user to select the appropriate COM port for force gauge input.
Measurement Data Display and Peak Hold
Table Data Display
Shows recorded force and time data in a tabular format.
Max/Min Data Display
Displays maximum or minimum force values over triggered intervals.
Peak Hold Functionality
Enables measurement of peak force values and their display.
Troubleshooting and Warranty
Troubleshooting Setup Issues
Provides guidance on resolving issues like finding the setup file or memory errors.
Limited Express Warranty
Outlines the one-year warranty for defects in workmanship and materials.
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