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Alicat FlowVision 2.0 User Manual

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Alicat FlowVision 2.0 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlicat
ModelFlowVision 2.0
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Welcome to FlowVision 2.0

System Requirements

Details the necessary software and hardware for installing and running FlowVision 2.0.

Installation Guide

Software Installation Steps

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the FlowVision 2.0 software onto a computer.

Understanding the Layout

Workspace and Tab Management

Explains the main window, module panel, and how to manage tabs in FlowVision 2.0.

Module Panel Overview

Describes the left-hand panel for accessing modules and managing entries.

Arranging and Docking Tabs

Tab Manipulation Techniques

Details how to separate, dock, and re-attach tabs within the FlowVision 2.0 workspace.

Connecting to Your Device

Connecting via COM Port

Guides on establishing a connection with a device using a serial COM port.

Wireless Device Connection

Connecting via Bluetooth

Explains how to wirelessly connect an Alicat device using Bluetooth capabilities.

Devices Tab Functionality

Device Overview and Actions

Covers status indicators, device actions like Reset Totalizer, Lock Screen, Refresh, Tare, and Duplicate.

Changing Device Gas Type

Changing Gas Measurement

Instructions on how to change the gas type measured by a device.

Controller Setpoint Configuration

Setting Controller Setpoints

Explains how to change setpoint values and types for controllers.

Totalizer Batch Operations

Using Totalizer Batch Dispensing

Details how to dispense gas in batches using the totalizer function.

Device Settings and Configuration

Connection Settings Details

Controls device communication, including name, COM port, baud rate, and polling rate.

Adjusting Units of Measure

Guides on adjusting measurement units for displayed data.

Averaging Flow Readings

Explains how to smooth fluctuating readings by adjusting averaging time.

STP/NTP Value Configuration

Details how to adjust Standard/Normal Temperature and Pressure values.

Fluid Density for CODA Devices

Setting Fluid Density Parameters

Configures fluid type, fluid, and temperature for density calculations.

Controller Functionality

Control Options for Controllers

Manages setpoint source, setpoint type, and valve offset for controllers.

PID Tuning for Valve Control

Guides on adjusting PID parameters for specialized valve tuning.

Auto Tare Functionality

Configuring Auto Tare

Details the auto-tare feature for zeroing devices after a set delay.

Totalizer Settings Explained

Totalizer Measurement Options

Controls totalizer measurement for mass flow or volumetric counting.

Memory Settings for Devices

Saving Device Settings

Configures saving setpoint and gas type values to the device's EEPROM.

Removing a Device from Software

Device Removal Procedure

Guides on how to remove a device from the FlowVision 2.0 software.

Logs Tab Features

Creating Data Logs

Steps to create and define parameters for a new data log in FlowVision 2.0.

Editing Log Entries

Configuring Log Data Entries

Details how to add and configure specific data points for logging.

Charts Tab Overview

Creating Custom Charts

Instructions for creating and configuring charts to display device data.

Interacting with Charts

Chart Navigation and Display Controls

Covers chart functions like Rate, Auto Track, Auto Scale, Show Labels, Legend, and Drag to Pan.

Chart Zooming Functionality

Details various zoom functionalities for chart views, including In/Out and axis-specific zoom.

Chart Zoom to Selection

Zooming to Selected Chart Data

Fills the chart view with the selected data range using range selectors.

Additional Chart Functions

Chart Image and View Management

Covers functions like Save Image, Reset Zoom, and Duplicate chart.

Variables and Expressions

Managing Variables in FlowVision

Explains how to create and manage conditional, numerical, and device variables.

Creating Custom Expressions

Describes creating numeric and conditional expressions for calculations and logic.

Creating a Temperature Conversion Expression

Celsius to Fahrenheit Expression

Provides an example of creating a Celsius to Fahrenheit conversion expression.

Scripts Tab for Automation

Creating and Defining Scripts

Guides on creating automated command sets and defining parameters for scripts.

Available Script Actions

Lists available script actions like Log, Apply Setpoint, Change Gas, Tare, and conditional actions.

Managing Scripts

Running and Editing Scripts

Details how to run, stop, edit, and manage scripts, including output display.

Sample Script Example

An example script demonstrating totalizing flow over a period of 10 seconds.

Terminals Module Usage

Terminal Actions and Commands

Covers terminal functions like sending commands, auto-clear, showing live communication, and clearing the terminal.

FlowVision 2.0 Settings Module

Bootloader for Firmware Updates

Explains how to use the bootloader to update device firmware via COM port.

Updating FlowVision Software

Software Update Procedure

Guides on how to check for and install new software versions.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Uninstalling FlowVision Software

Instructions for removing the FlowVision 2.0 software from the system.

Device Connection Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for resolving issues where an Alicat device doesn't connect.

Software Installation Problems

Steps to resolve issues encountered during the FlowVision 2.0 software installation.

Locating Captured Log Data

Guidance on how to find previously captured log data files.