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D. File transfer between Workabout and PC

Choice of different programs

For the transfer of data files from the Workabout to a PC, the SunData software that resides in the Workabout and on your PC provides all you need, but it is specific for this purpose. There are other occasions however when you may want to transfer other files between the PC and the Workabout, for example to send an upgraded version of the SunData.app file to the Workabout.

To do this, there are three routes. We provide two DOS utility programs from Psion plc on the SunData diskette called SLINK and RCOM. The main difference between these programs is that RCOM is operated from your PC keyboard with DOS-like commands, whereas SLINK lets you use the Workabout's own file and directory screens, and no input is required from the PC. Documentation text files are included on the SunData diskette.

If you are familiar with the Workabout's screens then you will probably find SLINK is the easiest route to master quickly.

In addition, we offer as an option the Psion PsiWin program for Windows, which is an excellent application program for handling communications between PCs and various computers in the Psion range. Contact your agent or Delta-T if you wish to purchase a copy.

The Workabout Remote Link

We give you below some notes on using each of these programs. In every case you must set the Workabout's Remote Link on. Access this from the Psion System screen with ∪ +L, or press Menu, Spec, Remote Link, Enter.

Warning! Don't forget to turn the Remote Link off when you have finished. If you neglect this, you will get a "Failed to open Serial Port In use" message when you next try to run SunData in the Workabout.

PsiWin

PsiWin is a well documented program with a full User Manual and on-screen Help. It uses a screen layout very similar to Windows File Manager. When communication is established between your PC and the Workabout, you can drag and drop files between different drives and directories, and of course do very much more

♦Install and run PsiWin on your PC.

♦Connect the Workabout to your PC COM port with the SunScan RS232 comms cable.

♦On your Workabout, exit from the SunData program if necessary (∪ +X). Access the Remote Link dialog (∪ +L) and set the link on, port A and with 19200 Baud.

In PsiWin:

The Setup, Communications... menu deals with COM ports and serial data parameters. Check that they correspond exactly with those of the Workabout remote link.

The Setup, Conversions... menu deals with file conversions. This is not needed for any file transfer. Make sure Conversion is Off.

Window, Refresh is worth doing when verifying that a file has been transferred to a new drive or directory.

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Contents SS1-UM-1.05 SunScanAcknowledgements CopyrightTrademarks CE conformityContents Measurement options Menus and Screens More Psion and file handling notesLAI theory Technical Reference sectionIndex AppendicesIntroduction How to use the manualsSunScan Canopy Analysis System Organisation of this manualSunScan probe Field accessoriesBeam Fraction sensor Data Collection TerminalWorkabout and SunScan probe Getting StartedPreliminary checks Checking the Workabout hardware Installing the s/w Installing the SunData s/w in your PCSunData s/w Diskette What the s/w doesRunning SunData Setting up your PCs COM portWorkabout to PC Communication checksSunScan probe to PC Running SunData in Windows Working with the Workabout SunScan TutorialAbout this tutorial Starting SunData in the Workabout What to do if you get lostStarting the PC software Using a PC instead of the WorkaboutThis page is intentionally blank Working through the menu options Setting up a measurement sessionHot Keys File SavingTaking readings Using the Emulator modeWithout a Beam Fraction Sensor Connecting the SunScan probeConnecting the Beam Fraction Sensor Measuring Leaf Area Index without a Beam Fraction Sensor Averages Reviewing your data fileTo the PC Transferring the data file to your PCFrom the Workabout Initiating the file transfer from the Workabout Meanwhile, on the PC Conclusion of the Tutorial RS232 communication problemsSunData Screens on the Workabout File SettingsMenus and Screens Utils ContdQuit Navigating Psion directories and screens More Psion and file handling notesWorkabout User Guide Navigating the Psion directories and screensPsion subdirectory usage in file select dialogs Flashcards reformatting Re-installing the SunData application iconDeleting unwanted Workabout files Data memory management Configuration and data file handlingSunData Configuration files Creating a configuration file Default .cfgRestoring a configuration Data files.CSV file Displaying data files on your PC.PRN file Data file layouts and data groups Page Above-canopy reference requirements Measurement optionsExperiment design Canopy type and LAI estimates Canopy Sampling volumeCanopy type and BFS practicalities Planning for the sun’s position Preferred light and weather conditionsAbsorption Advice on Absorption and Eladp valuesSetting Eladp Estimating Eladp in the field Relationship between Mean Leaf Angle and EladpLAI, PAR and All displays Workabout setupSunScan System Measurement modes Autolog function Probe handling in the field Measurement procedures in the fieldProbe GO button Levelling the probeBFS handling in the field Using the tripodUse of the tripod WorkaboutExtension cables, and the location of the BFS Finding North, and setting the shade ringLevelling the BFS Factory light calibration PAR calibrationsChecking the probe/BFS matching Recalibrate optionRestoring the factory calibration Routine maintenance and cleaningEffect of the shade ring on the BFS Comparing the calibration with other PAR sensorsSunScan probe and Beam Fraction Sensor Environmental and moisture protectionIngredients of the LAI computation method LAI theoryTheory versus reality Derivation of Wood’s SunScan canopy analysis equationsMajor assumptions Transmission of Diffuse Light Beers law for canopy absorptionCampbells Ellipsoidal LAD equations Transmission fraction τ Is given by I/I0 Diffuse light transmission cosine corrected sensor Modelling the canopy transmissionDetail Accuracy of LAI calculations Functions used to model canopy transmissionDiffuse light cosine response sensor Diffuse light hemispherical response sensorExp 0.1 . x . atan 0.9 Atan L Q Spher Modelling incomplete PAR absorption and scatteringSummary Scientific referencesCalculating zenith angles Jones, Hamlyn G Plants and Microclimate second edition. CUP Technical Reference section Maintenance and repairChecking the batteries SunScan probe batteriesChecking the desiccant Factory calibration method Re-setting the factory calibrationChecking the PAR calibration Problems running the SunData application TroubleshootingPsion Workabout While running SunDataInsufficient power to write data reported Technical Support SunScan Probe Type SS1 SpecificationsBeam Fraction Sensor type BF1 Data Collection Terminal type DCT1 Psion WorkaboutTelescopic Tripod type BFT1 Carrying Case type SCC1Spares Kit type SPS1 Logging CablesSpectral response PAR PerformanceSunScan system cosine response Cosine responses of probe and BFS Logging the probe as a Linear Quantum Sensor AppendicesLogging the Beam Fraction sensor SunData PC s/w Upgrading the SunScan systemWorkabout SunData s/w Revision HistoryChoice of different programs File transfer between Workabout and PCPsiWin Workabout Remote LinkSlink and Rcom Example using SlinkDrives on the PC are referred to as REMA, Remc REM = remote Documentation of Rcom and Slink Example using RcomAlternative file transfer mechanisms Using the Workabout Comms applicationSending a file to a Communication program Sending a file to a serial printerGlossary Page Accuracy IndexIndex Field use 39, 46, 48, 50, 51, 58
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