ALTANA Auto-Chart - Manual (Page 42)

8. wave-scan link: Direct data transfer to Excel
The auto-chart
®
software includes an Excel workbook for direct transfer of measurement
data from the instrument. This report is beneficial if only a few samples are measured and
need to be evaluated and documented.
The measurements can be performed with the instrument being in the:
- Programmed Mode (Organizer files are stored in the device) or in the
- Memory Mode (no Organizer files are stored)
The workbook is located in the auto-chart main directory of your installation. Search in
your file manager for the file "wave-scan_link.xls and open this file. The report displays a
spreadsheet with the measured values and can show the Structure Spectrum, here an
example with transfered data:
The workbook includes a special Toolbar with the necessary functions:
First check the Com Port selection under "Configuration" (1) . Then start transmission from
the instrument with the "Transfer" button (2) .
A dialog box appears which allows to select the appropriate measurement series. After
selection with double click or "OK", the data are transfered and appear in the spreadsheet.
The "Show/Hide Graphic" button
(3) allows to display the Structure Spectrum.