| Q:
How do I program the HyperLogger™ ? |
A:
Simply, using the provided HyperWare™ software, build a network
of interconnected icons on your PC screen representing the
functions desired, then upload this Icon Network to the HyperLogger™
and start the HyperLogger™ running.
No lines of code to write.
No tedious sequences of front panel button pressing.
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| Q:
Can the HyperLogger™ output upon alarm? |
A: Yes.
Digital outputs, relay outputs, message outputs, front panel
light outputs, and even a Pager function is provided for units
equipped with the internal modem option. Simple to complex
alarm / control functions are easily programmed all from within
the graphic HyperWare™ programming window.
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| Q:
Is the HyperWare™ software included? |
A: Yes.
HyperWare™ for Windows (3.1x, 95 and NT) is supplied with
each HyperLogger™ system and is not copy protected. Installations
on multiple PC's within the purchasing firm is A-OK.
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| Q:
What else does HyperWare™ software provide? |
A: In
addition to graphic programming of the HyperLogger™,
HyperWare™ provides drag and drop communications support for
RS-232 and phone modem, real-time display of collected data
(when connected up to a PC via RS-232 or modem) and the HyperWare
Plotter, a powerful graphic data plotter that provides multi-channel
data plots vs. time.
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| Q:
What's the resolution of the HyperLogger™ A to D converter? |
A: 13 Bit... a true instrumentation grade product.
Bipolar signals are accepted and all of the analog channels
are true instrumentation amplifier differential inputs resulting
in excellent signal to noise ratios.
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| Q: How
fast can the HyperLogger™ take readings? |
A: With
simple nets taking readings directly to memory, approximate
rates are:
Vdc or Adc signal inputs: 150+
Thermocouples: 35+
Digital (Event / Count): 200+
NOTE: methods can be employed to bump the Thermocouple sampling
rate up to 150.
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| Q: How
many samples can the HyperLogger™ store? |
A: The
HyperLogger™ system base (the main box) is equipped to
store approximately 40,000 readings (caution... watch this
spec, competitors misleadingly specify the amount of memory
in bytes, not readings). With the PCMCIA transportable memory
card option, systems can store up to 600,000 readings. Also,
due to the power of icon net programming, lots of data reduction
can be done in the HyperLogger™ prior to storage in memory,
drastically reducing the amount of stored data.
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| Q: How
is interface to various sensor and process signals handled? |
A: Through
the use of a family of plug-in, multi-function Interface Modules.
These modules facilitate direct connection of a multitude
of signal levels and types eliminating the hassle of adding
external scaling or signal conditioning circuits. The modules
are also multi-function, allowing for simple configuration
for many different types of signal inputs/outputs from within
the HyperWare™ software.
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| Q: Are
channels isolated from each other and the system base? |
A: Yes, for the standard Interface Modules, isolation exist up to the common mode input voltage of approximately 4.5Vdc. For isolation requirements above that level we offer the HLIM-7 fully isolated, high resolution analog input module. This module supports thermocouples, Vdc and mAdc inputs with a multitude of ranges. This module is invaluable in applications of data logging from signals and transducers powered by different power supplies... or for injection directly into 4-20mA loops... with minimal concern for inter-channel common mode voltage levels.
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| Q:
How many channels can the HyperLogger™ accept? |
A:
... 24 analog or 48 digital inputs. (6 ports are available
for plug-in modules each of which can handle from 4 to 8 inputs.
The modem / PCMCIA option requires one of the ports.)
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| Q: How
long will the HyperLogger™ run from its internal batteries? |
A: This
depends on the application, but in many cases the HyperLogger™
will run for up to 3 weeks off a fresh set of alkaline D-Cells.
Also, an external low-voltage power supply (wall transformer)
is provided with the HyperLogger™ which will power the
unit indefinitely. And if the utility power fails, the HyperLogger™
will automatically transfer to battery power.
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| Q: Can
I easily get the collected data into another file format? |
A: Yes,
simply use the file conversion and post-processing capabilities
provided within HyperWare™. Data can even be mathematically
manipulated during file conversion.
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| Q: ...
What is provided with the HyperLogger™ system? |
A: The
HyperLogger™ System Base (the main unit with 5 integral
outputs and 2 integral inputs), one HLIM-1 module (providing
4 channels of thermocouple, VDC, or ADC input), HyperWare™ software, manual, TSA (terminal strip adapter for wiring I/O),
serial cables, serial adapters, I/O wiring fittings, 110VAC
to 12 VDC adapter, Quick Reference Cards, and even the batteries.
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| Q: What
else do I need to specify to complete the system? |
A: Possibly
nothing...if your requirements can be met with 4 analog inputs,
one counter/event input, 2 relay outputs, and 3 digital outputs
all of which are standard I/O in the HyperLogger™ System
Base. For applications requiring additional channels, just
specify the required additional Interface Modules and/or optional
features such as PCMCIA memory , modem, etc.
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