MFT Remote Controller: User's Manual
MFT Remote Controller: User's Manual
MFT Remote Controller: User's Manual
Manual
MFT Remote Controller
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1st Edition
This user's manual contains useful information about the precautions, functions, and operating
procedures of the MFT Remote Controller program that is downloadable from http://www.yokogawa.
com/tm/tm-softdownload.htm. To ensure correct use, please read this manual thoroughly during
operation.
After reading the manual, keep it in a convenient location for quick reference whenever a question
arises during operation.
For information about the handling precautions, functions, and operating procedures of the AQ1000
series Multi Field Tester, and the handling and operating procedures of Windows, see the manuals that
accompany the particular instrument you are using.
Notes
・ The contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice as a result of continuing
improvements to the instrument's performance and functions. The figures given in this manual may
differ from the actual screen.
・ Every effort has been made in the preparation of this manual to ensure the accuracy of its
contents. However, should you have any questions or find any errors, please contact your nearest
YOKOGAWA dealer.
• Copying or reproducing all or any part of the contents of this manual without YOKOGAWA’s
permission is strictly prohibited.
Trademarks
・ MS-DOS and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.
・ Adobe and Acrobat are trademarks of Adobe Systems incorporated.
・ For purposes of this manual, the TM and ® symbols do not accompany their respective trademark
names or registered trademark names.
・ Other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
companies.
Revisions
1st Edition: November 2009
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Contents
Product Overview..............................................................................................................................1
Notes about Using This Software......................................................................................................2
1. Controlling AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers......................................................................3
2. Control Window Operation....................................................................................................5
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Product Overview
Feature
You can use the USB or Ethernet interface to control an AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester from your
PC.
When you start this software, the front panel image (control window) of the connected AQ1000 Series
Multi Field Tester is displayed on your PC's screen. You can use a mouse to control the AQ1000 Series
Multi Field Tester from your PC in the same manner as if you were performing key operations.
PC System Requirements
PC
A PC running Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista with a CPU capable of running the OS
smoothly and at least 256 MB of memory.
Operating System
Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista
Display
Resolution: 1024 x 768 dots or better
Color: 256 colors or more (65536 colors or more recommended)
Others
A dedicated driver is required if you are using the USB interface. The driver can be downloaded from
the following Web site.
http://www.yokogawa.com/tm/tm-softdownload.htm
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Notes about Using This Software
Disclaimer
Yokogawa Electric Corporation assumes no responsibility for any and all damages that may occur
directly or indirectly through the use of this software.
Operating Precautions
• Do not operate the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester while using this software. Doing so may cause
errors.
• The software may stop functioning when the PC is in standby mode.
Disable standby mode when you use this software.
• When this software is running and you are using the Ethernet interface, the network load is 800
kB/s maximum and 400 kB/s or less during normal use.
When you want to use this feature, consult with your network administrator.
• Do not use this software to change the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester's network or
communication settings. Doing so may disconnect the software from the device.
• Do not use this software to execute self-tests.
• This software can only control one AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester at a time. Additionally, multiple
PCs cannot connect to the same AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester at the same time.
• You can start multiple instances of this software on a single PC and use each instance to control
a separate AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester, but the software's operations may become slow
depending on your PC's specifications and the network status. Additionally, if you start multiple
instances of this software on a single PC, the software may not operate correctly depending on your
PC's CPU speed and memory size.
• If a connection error disrupts the connection between the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester and the
PC, turn the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Tester off and then on again.
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1. Controlling AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers
Ethernet Interface
Set to “Valid.”
USB Interface
On the System screen, Set USB Function to Control I/O.
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1. Controlling AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers
Note
For information on how to operate the AQ1000 Series Multi Field Testers, see each AQ1000 Series Field
Tester's user's manual.
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2. Control Window Operation
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