MTS Multipurpose Elite Test - Manual (Page 17)

Description Activity Step
With your station open, use the MPE application. Start the MPE application and
select a new test 2
To create a test file, drag test activity icons onto the
Procedure tab. Add test activities and define their
properties 3
Add monitor display devices, such as Signal Scope,
so you can monitor test progress. Add monitor display devices and
define their properties 4
Use MTS controller software and MPE together to run
tests. This step generates data in a test run. Run the test to verify your design 5
Create a test report template by adding test variables
from your test run to a Microsoft Excel report. Create a test report template 6
You typically run your test again from the operator’s
perspective. You can choose to enhance your test
with special operator information. Ensure your test is ready for the
operator 7
When the test meets your requirements, deliver it to
the operator. You can choose to have your operators
use MP Express to run your test. Deliver your test to the operator 8
3.2.1.0 Using the Multipurpose Application with Controller Software
3.2.1.1.0 Launching MPE or MPX
Note:
If you have a desktop shortcut that opens the Station Manager application and then opens the MPE
or MPX application, you do not have to perform this procedure to start the Station Manager application
and load the station configuration. For more information about creating this desktop shortcut, see
Creating a Desktop Shortcut That Includes a Controller on page 18.
1. Start the Station Manager application by double-clicking the Station Manager icon located in the MTS 793
Software folder on the desktop; or from the Start menu, go to All Programs > MTS 793 Software >
Station Manager. The Open Station window appears.
2. In the Open Station window, select the station configuration file (.cfg) required to run the test (MTS FlexTest
40 with 2 Channel configuration). The .cfg file defines all the station resources that are available for a test.
3. Click Open.
4. The Station Manager window appears, which can be minimized.
Multipurpose Elite Test Design Guide 17
3.0 Designing a Test