Chapter 8 Retrieving and Storing Files Exporting Files
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8.4 Exporting Files
8.4.1 Exporting Files in COMTRADE and PQDIF Formats
The COMTRADE and PQDIF file converters allow you to convert saved real-time waveforms into
COMTRADE or PQDIF file format, and data log tables – into PQDIF format.
8.4.2 Manual Converting
To manually convert your waveforms or a data log into COMTRADE or PQDIF format:
1. Click on the Export button on the PAS toolbar.
3. Select a folder where you want to store your exported files, type a file name that identifies your
files, select a file output format, and then click on the Save button.
4. The PQDIF files are commonly recorded in compressed format. If you do not want your files to
be compressed, uncheck the Compress box before saving the file.