Brookfield DV2T Viscometer - Manual (Page 52)

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IV.4.3 Set Time and Date
The Time and Date is displayed on the Status Bar at the top of every screen. These
parameters are set within the Set Time and Date menu. The format for setting Time and
Date will be based on the Regional Settings (see Section IV.3). Change from Set Time to
Set Date by pressing the command key at the bottom of the screen. When both Date and
Time are set correctly for your location, press OK to accept the change.
IV.4.4 Backup and Import
The DV2T Viscometer provides several options relating to storage of Results, Tests and
User Settings. Backup and Import menu options relate to creating back up files, updating
instrument software, and updating language files.
Backup
: Create a backup file from the DV2T internal memory including: Settings, User
Profiles, Results, and Tests. This backup file is saved to a USB Flash Drive and can be
uploaded (Restore) to any DV2T Viscometer.
Choose the location within a USB Flash Drive where the Backup file is to be saved. A
new folder can be created by using the New Folder button. Press the Backup button to
create the Backup file.
Restore
: Upload a previously saved Backup file. The information from the Backup file
includes: Settings, User Profiles, Results, and Tests. Existing User profiles will not be
overwritten. User profiles from the Backup file will be added to the user profiles that already
exist on the DV2T.
Locate the Backup file on the attached USB Flash Drive. Press the Restore button to
upload the Backup file.
Automatic Backup
: Create Backup files according to a schedule. The frequency is set to
Daily, Weekly or Monthly increments. The Path must be specified and requires the use of
a USB Flash Drive. Check the Allow Automatic Backup check box to initiate this feature.
The current Backup file will overwrite the previous Backup file located in the path location.
TIP: You can preserve historical backup files by using multiple USB Flash Drives.
Import
: Upload Settings from a Backup file. User profiles, Results and Tests are not
included.
Locate the Backup file on the USB Flash Drive. Press the Import button to upload Settings
from the Backup file.
Add Language
: Language files can be added to the DV2T as they become available
from Brookfield. Insert a USB Flash Drive into the DV2T that contains the language file.
Select Add Language from the Backup and Import menu and select the appropriate path.
Press the Import command button to bring the new language file into the DV2T. Select
the language in the Display section of the User Settings menu.
Update Software
: The internal operating software of the Brookfield DV2T can be updated
from a USB Flash Drive as new versions become available from Brookfield. Insert a USB
Flash Drive into the DV2T that contains the operating software file. Select Update Software
from the Backup and Import menu and select the appropriate path. Press the Update
command button to bring the new software file into the DV2T.