Campbell Scientific RTDM Real-Time Data Monitoring Software - Manual (Page 12)

RTDM Version 2.1 – Real Time Data Monitor
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RTDM will create a program group and all the necessary files will be installed.
In addition to the program and help files, there will be a sample data file called
testdemo.dat and a Final Storage Label (FSL) file called testdemo.fsl. These
files are referred to in the ‘Quick Tutorial’.
Uninstalling RTDM
Uninstall RTDM by using the normal Windows uninstall procedure. Go to
Control Panel (Start/Settings/Control Panel) and double-click Add/Remove
Programs. Select ‘Campbell Scientific RTDM version 2.1’, and the software
will be uninstalled.
2. Getting Started
RTDM runs under the standard Windows interface and is presented in
graphical form. There are three ‘modes’ of operation for RTDM as follows:
• Design Mode
• Demo Mode
• Run Mode
The extensive on-line help system gives detailed information on all aspects of
setting up and using RTDM.
2.1 RTDM Evaluation/Demonstration Version
RTDM can be supplied as a 30-day evaluation/demonstration version. This is a
fully functional version of the full program, but ceases to operate after 30 days.
If you then wish to purchase a copy of the full program, this can be installed
without uninstalling the evaluation version, thus leaving any forms you may
have created intact.
2.2 On-Line Tutorial
If you are new to RTDM, it is strongly recommended that you work through
the ‘Quick Tutorial’ found in the on-line help system. This takes you through
all the steps required to set up and run a simple, one-chart, display. This
tutorial uses two ‘dummy’ files, testdemo.dat and testdemo.fsl, which are
provided with the software. For your convenience, Appendix A is a copy of
this Tutorial.
3. Design Mode
RTDM Design Mode is a separate application in the RTDM software package,
and is normally started from the Windows ‘Start’ menu by selecting
Start/Programs/RTDM v2.1/RTDM v2.1 Designer. You can also use Windows
Explorer to navigate to the RTDM v2.1 directory and selecting rtdmedit.exe, or
use any associated program manager or desktop shortcut.
Design mode starts with the RTDM splash screen, and after a few moments the
program completes loading and the introductory screen disappears, leaving an