Section 4 — Measurement Types and their Uses
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Keypad Entry
You can use keypad entries to collect additional information about the
machine you are measuring (e.g. temperature or motor current). When
collecting data, you must manually enter a numeric value using your
keypad (rather than collect data with a sensor).
MORE: See the Ascent Reference Guide for details on the practical
applications of keypad entries.
1. Press or Measure.
2. Use the arrow keys on the left to highlight Keypad Entry > Press
.
3. Use the arrow keys on the left to select a keypad entry or press
to create a new one.
4. If you are creating a new keypad entry, use the arrow keys to
highlight it > Press Unit to select the type of unit you wish to
measure.
5. Press Display > Enter the text that will display on your screen
when you collect the data (e.g. Enter Machine RPM).
6. Press instead of taking a measurement > Use the keypad to
enter your value.
7. Press to select a machine location to save the data to.
8. Use the arrow keys on the left to scroll up and down.
9. Press (Expand Navigator) repeatedly to expand a machine so
its points and locations become visible.
10. Press to save the data to your chosen location.
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