Transferring Datalogs

The data transfer function transfers datalogs from the detector to the base station’s MMC/SD card. The data can then be imported into Fleet Manager II.

Depending upon the amount of information stored in the detector, the transfer of data may require 12-14 minutes (1-2 minutes for GasAlertMicroClip and GasAlertMax XT) to complete.

To transfer datalogs from the detector to the docking module and then to the base station MMC/SD card, complete the following:

1. Activate the detector and wait until it is in normal operation. Insert it into the docking module.
2. Activate the base station and wait until it is in normal operation.
3. Press DATA TRANSFER on the docking module. The yellow RUN LED flashes rapidly and the docking module begins to transfer the datalogs to the base station.

When the transfer process is complete, the docking module indicates the status of the transfer as PASS or FAIL.

Successful Transfer: If the datalog transfer is successful, the PASS LED lights green, the RUN LED flashes yellow slowly, and the detector beeps.

Unsuccessful Transfer: If the datalog transfer is unsuccessful, the FAIL LED lights red and the RUN LED flashes slowly.
If a failure occurs during the transfer of a datalog, typically some of the data transfers to the MMC/SD card. To determine if any data has been transferred, access the MMC data using Fleet Manager II. Refer to the Fleet Manager II Operator’s Manual.

If required, repeat step #3 to transfer the datalog.

4. After a successful transfer to the base station, the base station transfers the datalog to the MMC/SD card. The RUN and the PASS LEDs light on the docking module and the following screen displays on the base station LCD.

When the datalog has successfully transferred from the base station to the MMC/SD card, the following screen displays on the base station LCD.

5. On the base station, press Pass to return to the normal operating screen.

Note

A maximum of ten datalogs from all modules combined can be stored on an MMC/SD card (100 datalogs for GasAlertMicroClip and GasAlertMax XT).

When the maximum storage is reached, the base station replaces the oldest datalogs with the newest datalogs. Datalogs are not recorded in the Results History.

Automatic Datalog Download (GasAlertMicroClip and GasAlertMax XT only)
The detector can be configured to automatically transfer datalogs every time a bump test or calibration is performed.

Using the IR Link

To configure the GasAlertMicroClip using the IR Link and Soft Tools, refer to the GasAlertMicroClip User Manual and GasAlertMicroClip Soft Tools Manual.

To configure the GasAlertMax XT using the IR Link, refer to the GasAlertMax XT Technical Reference Guide.

Using the MicroDock II

To enable Automatic Datalog Download using MicroDock II and Fleet Manager II, complete the following:

1. From the PC, open Fleet Manager II.
2. Log in to the Administration functions.
3. From the Devices toolbar, click Configure Devices via MicroDock.
The Load Configuration File dialog box displays.

Figure 19. Load Configuration File Dialog Box

4. Select an option and click OK.
5. Click the desired detector tab.
6. Under Testing Options, click Automatic Datalog Download.
7. Under program options, select an option to reprogram the detector

• Reprogram with user’s consent (but do not change Date/Time): When selected, the base station asks if the detector will be reconfigured each time a bump check or calibration is initiated. The detector’s clock is not changed to match the MicroDock II’s clock.
• Automatically reprogram (but do not change Date/ Time): When selected, the detector is automatically reconfigured when a bump test or calibration is initiated. The detector’s clock is not changed to match the MicroDock II’s clock.
• Reprogram with user’s consent (including Date/ Time): When selected, the base station asks if the detector will be reconfigured each time a bump check or calibration is initiated. The detector’s clock will be changed to match the MicroDock II’s clock.
• Automatically reprogram (including Date/Time):When selected, the detector is automatically reconfigured when a bump test or calibration is initiated. The detector’s clock is changed to match the MicroDock II’s clock.

8. Ensure the base station is connected to the computer using a USB cable.
9. Click Save in the lower left-hand corner.
10. The Save Configuration dialog box displays.

Figure 20. Save Configuration Dialog Box

11. Click the Save to MicroDock(s) checkbox and click OK. The Save to MicroDock(s) dialog box displays.

Figure 21. Save to MicroDock(s) Dialog Box

12. Select a MicroDock II to save the configuration file and click OK. The following dialog box displays.

13. Click OK.
14. Refer to Reconfiguring the Detector (not applicable to the GasAlertClip Extreme) to download the new configuration to the detector.