Configuration, Acquisition, Visualization, Control and Data Archiving

The Gantner suite of software has been designed with one goal in mind: maximum flexibility for users of all types - system designers, software developers, systems integrators, and end users. The key components of the Gantner software platform include tools for:

- Configuration of the e.series and q.series measurement system components.

- Visualization and Logging of the measurement data.

- Archiving of the measurement data (via local PC's, data servers, etc.)

- Graphical programming of the 'PAC' functionality in the the e.pac and Q.pac units.

- FREE drivers for the integration of Gantner hardware to other off-the-shelf software packages.

- A completely open (and well documented) interface, allowing seamless integration of Gantner products into user-defined test and automation solutions.

Gantner Software Tools- Overview

test.commander - for configuration of the system

For quick and easy setup, test.commander is the setup software for all e.series and Q.series systems (controllers and measurement modules).. Intuitive operation, a logical menu-driven structure and online help windows assure system configuration in minimal time. With test.commander and an Ethernet connection, the user can read, modify, and write all configuration data in the system via an open data structure and FTP-Client file transfers. User access levels can be set to protect system set up and integrity.

test.viewer - for visualization of the data

With the test.viewer software tool, online visualization and display of logged measurement is possible via multiple graphic windows. With powerful analysis tools (such as zoom functions, Y/t and Y/X displays, FFT analysis, etc.), test.viewer gives the operator a 'first look' at measurement data throughout the system. test.viewer can also convert logged data to other popular formats for further analysis via off the shelf packages such as DASYlab (*.ddf), MATLAB (*.mat), GreenEye(*.ged), Famos (*.dat), Excel (*.csv), and many others.

test.con - for programming the PAC functionality

Applications and PAC (programmable automation controller) functionality are easily (and graphically) programmed on the PC using test.con and then downloaded to either an e.pac or Q.pac test controller for stand alone embedded control strategies -- without the requirement for an on-line PC. Programming is accomplished via a 'drag & drop' variable and macro library and a click of a mouse. Not one line of code is needed to program your e.pac or Q.pac using test.con. Full application simulation and on line validation/verification testing is also standard.

test.node - for archiving the data (server software)

With the test.node server software it is possible to read data from one or more test controllers (e.gate/pac or Q.gate/pac), format and/or convert this data to a desired file type, the store this resulting file in a desired location (PC, network, server, etc.). The test.node supports a 'date and time' directory tree structure that makes the management of large amounts of data much more efficient and effective. File names are easily definable, as are file sizes, transmission rates, etc.

ICP-100 - for configuring stand alone e.bloxxs & Q.bloxxs

When only an e.bloxx or q.bloxx is required as a stand alone measurement module or expansion module for a Modbus or Profibus legacy system, then ICP-100 is the only tool you need for configuration and programming of the measurement module. Using a menu-driven style and a spreadsheet look and feel, ICP-100 easily handles all module configuration and documentation requirements with ease.