Flowlink 5.1 Software Instruction Manual - Isco

Isco Flowlink 5.1 ® Software
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How does Flowlink
match an
instrument to a site
in the database?
Equation Builder
During the connect process, the Flowlink retrieves the site name,
model number, and instrument ID. The site name can be changed
from Flowlink or from the instrument’s front panel. Flowlink
does not allow duplicate site names. The model number and
instrument ID are permanently set at the factory. Flowlink
compares the instrument’s site name, model number, and
instrument ID with the database for the site you selected.
• If all three match, Flowlink has then verified that it is
using the correct database site for the connected
instrument. Flowlink updates the database with the
instrument information and you may continue with data
retrieval, program changes, etc.
• If the site name and model number match but the
instrument IDs do not, you will be notified of the
mismatch and given five options. Select the most
appropriate response for your situation.
• If the site name matches but the model number does not,
Flowlink will be unable to connect to the site. If you in
fact have changed the model used at a site, create a new
site by using the Quick Connect, and then merge the
original site data with the new.
• If the site name does not match but the model number
does, you will be given five options to choose from. Select
the most appropriate response for your situation.
When a mismatch occurs during a scheduled task, Flowlink does
not cancel the operation. Flowlink creates a unique site name,
adds it to the workspace, and continues with the scheduled task.
View the log (Utilities>View Log File) to determine which
connection was attempted and which site was created to
complete the task. Use the Merge feature to add the data to the
correct site.
Use the Equation Builder to create a “trigger condition.” A
trigger modifies the flow meter’s operation when measured
readings satisfy an equation. Triggers can be used to:
• Enable or Disable a sampler
• Activate a triggered slate partition
• Change the sampling pulse rate for trigger paced
sampling
• Start calling the dialout alarm contact telephone
numbers
When a reading is taken, the instrument compares it to a set
point specified by the condition. If all of the conditions are met in
the equation, the equation is said to be “TRUE,” or satisfied.
True equations trigger the programmed action.
To set up a trigger:
1. Define at least one condition, or as many as four.
2. Build the logic equation.
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