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RSS FeedsOccasionally, we come across a scenario where WinDaq doesn’t look quite right (see below). In order to interleave annotation characters with graphics grid lines, WinDaq acquisition and WWB both use fixed fonts from file C:\Windows\Fonts\coure.fon. This is not distributed with our application because it is normally installed as part of Windows. That folder is hidden, Read More
Category Archives: Configuration
How to Acquire Pressure Data Using a 4-20mA Pressure Transmitter
As mentioned in an earlier post, acquiring pressure data is a common and important data acquisition application. Whether you’re dealing with air, fuel or water, pressure data can be an invaluable decision-making resource. In this application note, we’ll demonstrate the ease with which you can acquire pressure data using a 0-100 psig 4-20 mA pressure Read More
Enable/Disable Universal (UTC) Time in Stand-Alone Mode
This blog post applies to data loggers using firmware version 1.39 or later. The option to unselect ‘Display UTC time’ is not available for loggers using firmware version 1.38 or earlier. To update your firmware to version 1.39 or later, follow the instructions at: https://www.dataq.com/blog/data-acquisition/universal-starter-kit-firmware-update-software/ While Universal (UTC) time is a helpful tool when it Read More
New WinDaq Dashboard
You asked for… …a quick way to view all WinDaq-compatible instruments connected to your PC. …an easy way to run multiple instruments as independent WinDaq applications. …a simplified approach to acquire ChannelStretch™ -compatible instruments to one WinDaq application. You asked, and we delivered. Introducing the WinDaq Dashboard Our new WinDaq Dashboard delivers ease-of-use and simplicity. It Read More
Send Text Alerts Using the DI-808 Web-based Data Logger
Not only can you email data and alarm alerts using the DI-808 web-based logger, you can also send text alerts to your mobile phone or tablet. All major carriers (Verizon, AT&T, Sprint, etc.) have designated email addresses that can be used to send text messages via an outgoing mail server (email-to-sms). To send a text Read More
Microsoft Edge Bug Workaround for Model DI-808
There’s a bug in the Microsoft Edge web browser that prevents the program from working properly with DATAQ Instruments’ model DI-808 Web Data Logger. The problem manifests itself when you attempt to connect to the DI-808 using Edge with a direct connection (no router involvement) and by using the DI-808’s factory default address of http://169.254.67.83. Read More
Saving Multiple WinDaq Setups
You can save a single WinDaq setup using the ‘Save Default Setup’ feature. But what if you’re using your data acquisition instrument in several different applications? How do you avoid having to painstakingly enable channels, enter calibration information and re-label each channel, every time you move on to a new project? Fortunately, there is a solution. Read More
GL240 and GL840 E-mail Alerts
The B-568 wireless option gives Graphtec GL840 and GL240 users the ability to send an E-mail alert when an alarm condition is detected, when WiFi signal strength is weak, when the battery is low (in stand-alone mode), or when the SD memory card is nearly full. Email Alarm Notification These instructions assume that you’ve already Read More
Stumbling Blocks to Stand-alone Data Logging
Data Acquisition > Stand-alone DATAQ Instruments’ DI-710, DI-718B and DI-718Bx series data loggers include a stand-alone option. A built-in SD memory card slot allows you to acquire data to a standard SD card (2GB max. capacity), without being tethered to a PC. When setting up your instrument to acquire data in stand-alone mode, there are Read More