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SUMMARY

Preface

I - Configuration of Winfluid
I.1 General
I.2 Connection

II - Programming a recorder
II.1 Input Path Programming
II.2 Programming of output channels
II.3 Transmission of the configuration

III - Real-time reading and data collection

IV - Report
IV.1 Presentation
IV.2 Report publishing
IV.3 Export of Winfluid files

V- Copy of Winfluid files

VI - Sending Winfluid files via the internet

VII - Update of Winfluid via the internet

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This document aims to present the features of the software.

For programming a specific device, refer to the socket.
in quick help or with the built-in software help.

The Winfluid software consists of a menu bar and a toolbar.

of icons (virtually identical actions). Three tabs Programming -
Lecture - Report allows to carry out a measurement campaign in
its entirety.

Icon bar

Menu bar

Access tabs for work modules

The progression of the paragraphs is based on the chronology of a measure.

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I - CONFIGURATION OF WINFLUID

The configuration aims to define the important functionalities in

the framework of a precise measurement.

Click on the option A dialog box appears.

I.1 General
Definition of
directory of
storage of
files

Adjustment of the
date and time
measurement data

Definition of language
desired and of the type
of computer

Possibility to visualize
the data in
time schedule or
daily

Note: The creation of the directory is done through

Winfluid and NOT in Windows Explorer.
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I. 2 Connection

Definition of the type and

of the model of
the recorder before
any connection
(programming or
takeover

Definition of the mode of communication (Local,

Display of two
Modem, GSM). For a connection via Modem,
control LEDs of the
check the type of numbering.
communication.
If not the speed of
communication is
augmented

This: menu must be filled in at each login with

a different type of recorder. Otherwise, the message
the following error will appear: "Recorder not detectedorType
of incorrect recorder".

The print and export menus will be presented with the part
report.
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II - PROGRAMMING A RECORDER

After defining in the menu the type of device used, click

on the tabProgrammingto access the configuration page.

The programming will consist of defining the entry point or points and the case.
necessary output deadlines for the measures. The programming pathway
Active appears in blue.

Active entry lane

Exit route
active
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II.1 Programming of input channels

To select a track, click once on the line in the track table.

at the entrance.

To access the parameter input window, double click on the

way to program or click on you

Select the way to

programmer

A dialog box summarizing the type of recorder and the channel

selected will allow you to define among other things:

• The name of the file File name

(8 characters)
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• The characteristics of the sensor used

1: Choice of sensor 2: Definition of

properties of the sensor

• Definition of the data acquisition period (according to the sensor

choose

Definition
from the period
d'acquisition
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At any time, you can access help by clicking on you

on .
The online help is your main source of information on WINFLUID.

II.2 Programming of output paths

To access the exit routes, it is essential to have programmed

an entrance road previously.

To access the parameters input window, double click on the

way to program or

Select the way to

programmer

A dialog box referencing the exit routes appears:

Depending on the type of device,

the number of exit routes
varied as well as their
programming

For more information on the programming of exit routes, see

refer to the corresponding help paragraph.

II.3 Transmission of the configuration

II.3.1 Recording the configuration

Before transmitting the configuration, it is best to do

a backup on your PC's hard drive.
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Click on the icon , a dialog box appears:

Directory
of storage
files
(See paragraph I.1)

Click onSaveto validate the window.

To retrieve a configuration, activate the Programming tab and

click on the icon .

II.3.2 Transmission

The transmission of the PC configuration page to the recorder is

done via the icon .

A dialog box summarizing the type of recorder, the COM port and
the type of connection is displayed:

These two sections

can still be
modified at this stage
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Click onConnectionto activate the PC - Recorder link

A defective transmission will result in error messages.

suivants : "Enregistreur non détecté" ou "Type d'enregistreur
incorrect. The causes may be as follows:

• Definition of the device incorrect

• Definition of incorrect communication port
• Invalid communication port configuration
• Communication cord out of service

Once the transmission is completed, a dialog box appears:

Clearing of entryways

Note that
the recording
not yet
activated

Click onStartto start the recorder.

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III - REAL-TIME READING AND DATA COLLECTION

To obtain real-time readings and/or retrieve the data, click on

the icon. The 'Recorder's Report' dialog box appears:

Sections
modifiables
at this stage

Click onConnectionto access the following display:

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This screen allows you to view the recorded data in real time
in digital or graphic form ( ).

Rq: The recorder stops via the icon .

To perform a data retrieval from memory in the recorder,

click onRaise.The activated dialog box allows you to choose
the paths to be raised:

Validated byOk.

The transfer completed, a screen appears with information related to

measurements taken (number of acquisitions, recording time, values
characteristics).
Record your reading by clicking on the icon then onSave
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To find a backup file, activate the Report tab and click on

the icon.

IV - REPORT

IV.1 Presentation

The report tab is the gateway to the current database.

This menu allows you to view the files afterwards and to process them.
data. First of all, it is necessary to activate a file from the database in
double click on this one to access the next screen:

Visualization
data under
table form
or graphic

Modification of properties of
the entry point (no time..),
of the sensor and of the type of
data

The processing of raw data is done using a series of tools.

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To access the data processing tools, click onTOOLS

You will find the usage details of the different tools in the help section.
the WINFLUID.

IV.2 Report Editing

The WINFLUID software allows you to edit reports with Page of

garden, graphic and digital table.

By clicking on Settings, a dialog box gives you the possibility

to define the pages to print, the print settings and
customize your reports.

Definition of
titles and of
comments
information
about the company
editor and logo
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IV.3 Export of Winfluid files

To export Winfluid files in another format (Excel by

example), click onFile - Export:

• If selected,
export in format
TEXT
• If not selected,
export in format
EXCEL

V - COPY OF WINFLUID FILES

The transfer of Winfluid files cannot be done in any case from

Windows Explorer. We would not be responsible in any way for a
false manipulation.

The procedure is as follows for copying files from a disk

hard on a diskette:

Click onFile - Copy

2. Select the files to copy (use the Shift or Ctrl keys to
select multiple files
3. Click on Copy
4. Select disk A
5. Click on OK

To transfer files from a floppy disk to a hard drive, you simply need to
retake the previous operating procedure and in section 4, select
the desired disk.
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VI - SENDING WINFLUID FILES BY INTERNET

The Winfluid software offers the possibility to send files via

email

Step 1: Sending files

Click onFile - Send

2. Select the files to send
3. Click onSend
4. Définir l'adresse électronique de votre correspondant.
5. External files can be added (jpeg, bitmap, excel…)
6. The tabConnectionmust be filled in correctly. Contact your
access provider to fill in the SMTP section.
Click onOK

Step 2: receiving the files

The files received by email (WINFLUID.WML containing

the data) cannot be read directly.

Save the file WINFLUID.WML to the hard drive.

2. Click onFile - Receive
3. Select the storage directory for the WINFLUID.WML file
4. Define the directory for copying the sent data
5. Click onOK
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VII - WINFLUID UPDATE VIA INTERNET

The update of the Winfluid software (subject to the expiration of your

the contract) can be accessed by clicking on Window - Update or at the address
next internet

www.hydreka.fr/Downloads.htm

To access the update, you must enter:

For more details on the Winfluid software, consult the help (accessible at
all the steps for using the software). A Word document (French and
English) is available under Winfluid/Documentation.