If iChart ever reads data input by a sensor as “INVALID,” it will be necessary to verify if the sensor is reading incorrectly. The problem may be elsewhere and completing these steps may rule out sensor failure and save on costly repairs. 1. Make sure the sensor is connected to the data logger. 2. Open […]
It is possible that the iChart (.icr) file you are working with may be accidentally deleted or corrupted. In this situation a previous version of the file may be recovered by following this simple procedure. 1. Navigate to the iChart Users program folder. Open my computer and navigate to C:Program FilesNexSensiChart6Users 2. Navigate to the […]
When NexSens iChart software is opened using a desktop icon, a dialogue box appears with options for opening with or without a project. Shortcuts can be created to open specified projects. 1. Open iChart without a current project. 2. From the main menu select Edit | Preferences. 3. Unchecking the “Enable startup dialog” box will stop the startup […]
The Reports in iChart software can be customized to display data in different ways. Graphics can be adjusted for better viewing and statistics can be shown in several formals. 1. Open iChart with a current project. 2. From the menu bar select Report | Open Report. 3. Choose the desired report and click Open. 4. If the Report […]
When NexSens iChart software is opened using a desktop icon, a dialogue box appears with options for opening with or without a project. Shortcuts can be created to open specified projects. 1. Open iChart without a current project. 2. From the menu bar select Edit | Preferences. 3. Uncheck the “Enable startup dialog” box and check the “Auto-load […]
NexSens iChart software utilizes a navigation panel to provide instant access to all sites, iSIC data loggers, and sensors in a given project file. When switching between iSICs from the navigation panel, a different interrogation window detailing sensor data is shown for each iSIC. This data can be formatted to fit the users needs. 1. […]
Starting from version 6.13.14, iChart allows a user to reorder parameters in an iChart report. 1. Generate an iChart report or open an existing report. If a new report is generated, the report must save before proceeding. 2. Select the parameters to be included in the report. 3. Select Report | Other Setup menu. 4. In the Report […]
A parameter unit can be changed based on user preference. There are two types of changes. One will scale the reading based on known conversions and the other will just adjust the displayed name. Scaled unit change 1. Click on the unit in the main window. 2. Click on the down arrow that appears. 3. […]
It may be necessary to directly download data from an iSIC if remote communication is failing. 1. Establish communication with the device by following the steps in the following article. Temporary Direct Connect 2. Open the current project. 3. Right click on the data logger in the navigation panel. 4. Select Property. 5. Change the Connect Through […]
The Lufft line of weather sensors can be configured using SDI-12 protocol through iChart software. 1. Open iChart with the current project. 2. Right click on the Lufft sensor in the Navigation Panel. 3. Select Property. The Smart Sensor Properties window should appear. 4. Record the number in the SDI-12 Address box. 5. Click Cancel. 6. Select Advanced | […]
