Appendix D: Software
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Appendix D: Software
The QUESTemp 48N has the flexibility to be set up and controlled through
computer software. The programmable start and stop time feature is only
accessible through the computer. The instrument also has the capability of
sending
live data
while measuring. These features are best utilized using 3M
TM
Detection Management Software DMS.
DMS quick overview
The focus of this section is to briefly introduce the following QSP-II topics:
Downloading your data, setting up parameters, and viewing your data in charts,
graphs, and reports. (For further details on DMS, please refer to the online Help
and select Contents.)
Communicating and Downloading in DMS
In order to download, review the data, and setup parameters in DMS software,
this will require connecting the QT⁰48N to a computer. The steps below explain
connecting and communicating to DMS.
1. Using a 3M Quest cable, part number 054-715, plug the cable into the
computer and plug the opposite end into the side jack of the QT⁰ 48 data
port.
Figure 1-33: Communicating with the QT⁰ 48N and DMS
2. From the start page of DMS, select button and the instrument
communication panel will appear.
3. Select Heat Stress and then select the Model Type by clicking on
QT⁰48N. (See Figure 1-34).
Appendix D
QT⁰ 48 data port
Connected and powered on
Connected to serial port