April 2004
8-6 Logging Data
Setting up a New Log (cont.)
Figure 8-5: The General Log Format Window
To step through each parameter, press the [T] key.
1. The first prompt asks you to choose between a linear or
circular format for the log. (A linear log stops when it reaches
a specified end time or the PT878GC runs out of memory,
while a circular log runs continuously until manually
stopped.)
a. Use the [W] and [X] keys to scroll to the appropriate
radio button.
b. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.
2. The next prompt asks you to choose whether the log is to be a
standard log, recording specified data, or an error log (one
which records error conditions).
a. Use the [W] and [X] keys to scroll to the appropriate
radio button.
b. Press [ENTER] to confirm your selection.
General Measurements
Cancel Activate
Log Name 10SEC.LOG
End Date/Time
Standard Error
Linear Circular
Type
Format
Logging Interval
Start Date/Time 01:38:08
2004/11/01
10
09:38:08
secs
2004/11/01