PT0E-1441

Portable Multi-Gas Monitor
GX-6000
Data Logger Management Program

SW-GX-6000(EX)Operating Manual

1. Preface

1-1. Purpose and features of this program1

Preface
The operation procedures and precautions mentioned in this operating manual apply only for the specified use of
the program. We do not hold ourselves responsible for uses not described in this operating manual.
This operating manual will not explain the basic common operations of Microsoft Windows 7, Windows 8 ,and Windows 10 , such as selecting commands or setting dialog boxes. First-time users of Windows should readthe Windows manual in advance to learn common operations of the operating system.

WARNING
This product is distributed on a special type of CD called "CD-ROM".
Do not try to play this CD on a common audio CD player.
Ignoring this warning may cause loud noise, resulting in hearing impairment or speaker damage.

CAUTION
Necessity of pointing devices
This software requires pointing devices such as a mouse or touchpad.
Keyboard-only operation is not supported.

1-1. Purpose and features of this programThis program is used to download data collected by the data logger function featured in GX-6000 to a PC to use
the data effectively.
There are the following advantages in downloading data collected by the data logger function:•
Gathered data can be viewed in a list.
•
Gathered data can be viewed in graph and chart formats.
•Graph and chart data can be printed and stored on paper.
•
Past data can be stored.
•
Manual copying of data is no longer necessary.
•
Able to know quickly which unit needs calibration, and perform calibration automatically.
•
Able to manage more than one unit easily.

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1. Preface•••

1-1. Purpose and features of this program

NoticeCopying or duplicating the content of this manual without our knowledge, in whole or in part, isprohibited unless otherwise specified in law.
Due to the improvement of the product, the content of this operating manual might be amended
without prior notice.
It is necessary to agree with the Software License Agreement, separately provided, before using
this product. Please consent that we assume you have agreed to this agreement when the
package is opened.
Utilization of the software other than for intended purposes is prohibited. If the operating manualis ignored when using the software, or the software is altered in any way, the safety and quality ofthe product might not be maintained. We will not be liable for any accidents caused by these
conditions.

(c) Copyright 2015 Riken Keiki Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
The copyright of this software is owned by RIKEN KEIKI.
Microsoft, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10 , are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and other countries.

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Contents

Contents
1. Preface ............................................................................................................................ 2
1-1. Purpose and features of this program .................................................................. 2
2. Installation and Uninstallation ......................................................................................... 6
2-1. Precautions on operating environment ................................................................. 6
2-2. Software installation .............................................................................................. 6
2-3. Installation procedure............................................................................................ 7
2-4. Uninstallation ...................................................................................................... 12
3. How to Operate ............................................................................................................. 14
3-1. Download screen ................................................................................................ 14
3-1-1. Download data from GX-6000 ................................................................... 16
3-1-2. The instrument information data is downloaded ........................................ 18
3-1-3. Download various data .............................................................................. 19
3-1-4. Complete download ................................................................................... 20
3-1-5. Clear data in the GX-6000 main unit ......................................................... 21
3-1-6. Turn off the power of the GX-6000 main unit ............................................ 21
3-1-7. Switch to automatic mode. ........................................................................ 22
3-2. Instrument Information screen ............................................................................ 23
3-2-1. Data source type ....................................................................................... 24
3-2-2. Status information ...................................................................................... 24
3-2-3. Calibration history information ................................................................... 25
3-2-4. Sensor alarm setpoint information ............................................................. 26
3-3. Data screen ......................................................................................................... 27
3-3-1. Delete data. ............................................................................................... 28
3-3-2. View details of data ................................................................................... 28
3-3-3. Summary pane .......................................................................................... 29
3-4. Data View screen ................................................................................................ 33
3-4-1. Switch between table and graph views ..................................................... 34
3-4-2. Output to a printer ...................................................................................... 35
3-4-3. Printing calibration report........................................................................... 41
3-4-4. Save to a file .............................................................................................. 41
3-4-5. To view data summary simultaneously ...................................................... 42
3-4-6. Table details ............................................................................................... 43
3-4-7. Graph details ............................................................................................. 44
3-5. Last Calibration screen ....................................................................................... 46
3-5-1. Change displayed contents ....................................................................... 46
3-5-2. Output to a printer ...................................................................................... 47
3-5-3. Delete data ................................................................................................ 48
3-5-4. Change password ...................................................................................... 49
3-6. Set screen ........................................................................................................... 50
3-6-1. Change font and graph colors ................................................................... 51
3-6-2. Change status of the main unit .................................................................. 52
3-6-3. Send updates to the GX-6000 main unit ................................................... 54
4. Data Maintenance ......................................................................................................... 55
4-1. Details of data storage structure ......................................................................... 55
4-2. Backup ................................................................................................................ 55
5. Operating Precautions ................................................................................................... 56
6. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 57
7. IrDA Specifications ........................................................................................................ 58
7-1. About infrared communication ............................................................................ 58
7-2. Display of communication ready status .............................................................. 58
7-2-1. Task bar icon when the operating system recognizes GX-6000 ............... 58
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7-2-2. Task bar icon when communication between the data logger
program and the GX-6000 main unit is in progress.............................. 59
8. File Structure ................................................................................................................. 60
8-1. Current directory immediately after installation................................................... 60
8-2. Current directory during operation ...................................................................... 60
9. Software Specifications ................................................................................................. 61

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2. Installation and Uninstallation

2-1. Precautions on operating environment2

Installation andUninstallation
2-1. Precautions on operating environment
This program can be used on Microsoft operating systems Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10. Please notethat it cannot be used on other operating systems.
This program requires a maximum of 40 MB hard disk capacity when it is installed. Moreover, on operation of thesystem, it requires hard disk capacity depending on the amount of data. Please use the program with sufficientdisk capacity.

CAUTION
Precautions on handling the CD-ROM
1. CD-ROM storage
Do not store the CD-ROM in a place exposed to direct sunlight or a place with high temperatureand humidity.
2. CD-ROM drive to use
Avoid using a slot-loading CD-ROM drive.
The label attached on the CD-ROM might prevent CD-ROM from ejecting properly.
Use a tray-type CD-ROM drive.

2-2. Software installation
Insert a disk which stores data of the program to a CD-ROM drive of a Windows-based PC. After a while, an
installation screen will automatically start.
When the PC does not support the auto-start function of the CD-ROM, operate as follows:
1. From Explorer, open the CD-ROM drive.
2. Double-click the "setup.exe" file.

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2-3. Installation procedure

2-3. Installation procedure Start the setup
program

After inserting the CD-ROM or starting setup.exe, the following screen is displayed.

 Accept the
LicenseAgreement

Click the "Next" button.
The following screen is displayed.

Click the "Next" button to continue the installation, or the "Cancel" button to abort the
installation.

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2-3. Installation procedure

CAUTION
Fully understand the License Agreement before continuing with the installation of
the software.

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 Customer
Information

2-3. Installation procedure

Click the "Next" button to display the following screen.

Click the "Next" button.
 Destination
FolderClick the "Next" button.

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2-3. Installation procedure Start setup

Click the "Next" button to start installation.
 Complete

When the setup process is completed, the following screen is displayed.

The program can be used immediately after setup.

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2-3. Installation procedure

CAUTION
Save past data for reinstallation
Please note the following when reinstalling the software:
1. Uninstall the software before reinstallation.
2. If the software is uninstalled after some operation, some files will remain on the PC. Of thesefiles, GX6000.mdb is a database file. If past data needs to be saved, copy this file to a different
location, and then delete the folder.

CAUTION
Precautions when installing on Windows 7/8/10
This software requires a library, which consists of files such as various drivers, installed on the
Windows system. The files are installed automatically during the installation of the software.
When using Windows 7/8/10, installation of the system library requires administrator privileges.
In this case, follow the instructions to log in as an administrator, and then install the system library.
After installation, a dialog prompts to restart the system. Restart, log on again as a general user,
and install the application.
(Both the library and the application are installed by clicking setup.exe in the CD-ROM. Installation
with an administrator privilege is required only when the required library is not installed in thesystem folder.)When using the software under a network-connectedenvironment
When installing on a network-connected PC running Windows 7/8/10, check the following points.
IrDA communication utilizes a subset of TCP/IP technology (the communication technology used forthe Internet, etc.) and uses a special set of communication groups and IP addresses.
Because of this, some strong Internet security software might reject communication.
If possible, use a computer that is not connected to the network.
When using a computer connected to the network, use with sufficient considerations on security
settings.

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3. How to Operate

3-1. Download screen

To perform data communication, place the GX-6000 main unit to an appropriate position, and with the program
activated, turn on the power of the main unit. The program automatically judges whether or not communication ispossible. If possible, the PC will be ready to receive the data.

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3-1. Download screen
When communication is established, the Status area changes as follows.

Serial Port:
Communication available: Green (PC port ready)Communication not available: Red
Connect:
Communication ready: Gray
Communication in progress: Green17

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3-1. Download screen

3-1-5. Clear data in the GX-6000 main unit
 Clear data

Use the "Clear Logger Data" button to delete various data stored inside GX-6000.
Click the "Clear Logger Data" button.

Click "Yes" to start clearing the data.

3-1-6. Turn off the power of the GX-6000 main unit
 Power OFF

Use the "Power Off" button to turn off the power of the GX-6000 main unit and initialize
the serial port of the PC.
1.

Click the "Power Off" button.

Click the "Yes" button to start the power off process of the GX-6000 main unit. After theserial port of the PC is initialized, it will be reset to the data download ready status.

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3-2. Instrument Information screen

3-2-1. Data source type
 Data source
information

When the information of the multi-gas monitor main unit is displayed, the text
[Connected] is displayed.

3-2-2. Status information
 Information
details"Serial No", "Station ID", and "User ID" stored inside the main unit are displayed.

CAUTION
This column is read-only. Modification of the data is not supported.

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3-2. Instrument Information screen

3-2-3. Calibration history information
 Calibration
history details

Details :Gas:Calib.Date:
Before:After:
A.Cal.
:
Cal.Due(Days) :Measured gas name (full scale)
Date of last calibration
Concentration before last calibration
Concentration after last calibration/calibration failure
Concentration for automatic calibration
Warranty operation time without another calibration (when theremaining time reaches 1 month, this item is displayed in red toindicate a warning) Bump test
history details

Details :Gas:Bump Test Date:
Test Result:
Concentration:
Bump Test Due(Days) :Measured gas name (full scale)
Date of last bump test
Last test result concentration
Last test gas concentration
Warranty operation time without another bump test (whenthe remaining time reaches 1 month, this item is displayed in
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3-2. Instrument Information screen

3-2-4. Sensor alarm setpoint information
 Details

Details :Gas:Warning :
Alarm
:
STEL
:
TWA
:

Measured gas nameConcentration at first alarm setpoint
Concentration at second alarm setpoint
Concentration at STEL alarm setpoint
Concentration at TWA alarm setpoint26

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3-3. Data screen

3-3-3. Summary pane
 Details

When the selected data is a normal data, the summary of the data is displayed.
Interval trend

Name
Sampling Date/Time
Serial No./Station ID/User ID
Data CountInterval Time (sec)

:
:
:
:
:

Name of data
Start and end of sampling date/time
Status of the GX-6000 main unit
Number of sampled data
Sampling interval (sec)Gas(FullScale)Avg
Max
Max Date/TimeMin
Min Date/Time
Warning
Alarm
STEL
TWA

: Gas (full scale): Average value of gas: Maximum value of gas data
: Date/time when the maximum value is logged: Minimum value of gas data
: Date/time when the minimum value is logged: First alarm setpoint: Second alarm setpoint: STEL alarm setpoint: TWA alarm setpoint

Alarm events

DateTime
Gas
Event

:
:
:

Date and time when the event occurred
Naturally occurring or produced gas
Event type29

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3-3. Data screen

Alarm trend

Name
Alarm Date/Time
Serial No./Station ID/User ID
Data CountInterval Time (sec)Gas(FullScale)
Value
Warning
Alarm
STEL
TWA

: Name of data
: Date/time when the alarm is triggered: Status of the GX-6000 main unit
: Number of sampled data
: Sampling interval: Gas (full scale): Concentration when the alarm is triggered: First alarm setpoint: Second alarm setpoint: STEL alarm setpoint: TWA alarm setpoint

Calibration history

DateTime
Gas
Before
After

:
:
:
:

Date and time when the event occurred
Gas
Concentration before calibration
Concentration after calibration30

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3-3. Data screen

Trouble events

DateTime :Gas/Body :Event:

Date and time when the event occurred
Naturally occurring or produced gas, or the GX-6000 main unit (Body)
Event type

Bump test

DateTime
Gas
Test Result
Concentration
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3-3. Data screen

Normal measurement, snap log

Name
Sampling Date/Time
Serial No./Station ID/User ID
Gas(FullScale)
Concentration

:
:
:
:
:

Name of data
Recorded date
Status of the GX-6000 main unit
Gas (full scale)
Gas concentration of the recorded date/time

:
:
:
:
:

Name of data
Recorded date
Status of the GX-6000 main unit
Gas (full scale)
Gas concentration of the recorded date/time

Leak check, snap log

Name
Sampling Date/Time
Serial No./Station ID/User ID
Gas(FullScale)
BASE

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3-4. Data View screen

Printout example (graph printout)

Printout example (table printout)

Printout example (calibration history)

Printout example (alarm events)

Printout example (bump test)36

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3-4. Data View screen

Printout example (trouble events)

Printout example (normal measurement, snap log)

Printout example(leak check, snap log)

Notes on printer settings(1) Detailed printer settings depend on the printer used. Please see the operation manual of theprinter.
(2) This program does not support Print Area setting. Therefore, usage such as printing only part ofthe selected data is not possible.
(3) Copies can be changed only when the setting is available from the printer.
When the setting is changed in this way, the change affects other applications subsequently
used. (For example, when Copies is changed to 2, a printout operation from another application
might also result in two copies.)
If Print Setting is changed in this program, when a printout is required from another application,
check Print Setting of that application.

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3-4. Data View screen

3-4-3. Printing CALIBRATION REPORT● CALIBRATIONREPORT

The instrument is capable of viewing or printing CALIBRATION REPORT for a passed
calibration.

CAUTION:Can not print CALIBRATION REPORT, if the calibration is not performed
successfully.

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3-4. Data View screen

3-4-4. Save to a file Save1.

Click the "Save" button on the screen.

Specify the location and the file name, and click the "Save" button to store the data.
Click the "Cancel" button to cancel the save operation.

CAUTION
When a table is displayed, the content of the table is saved in the Excel CSV format.
When a graph is displayed, the bitmap of the graph is saved.

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3-5. Last Calibration screen

3-5-2. Output to a printer Print

The last calibration date of each unit can be printed out using Need Calibration or
Calibration Date.
The Printer List screen is displayed. Select the printer to use and click the "OK" button.

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3-5. Last Calibration screen

3-5-4. Change password
 Input
password

1.

Display the Password dialog in the same way as deleting the data, and click"Change Password".

2.

Enter an appropriate password and click the "Current password" button. The
following message is displayed.

3.

Enter the new password and click the "New Password" button.

4.

The Password dialog is prompted again. Enter the same new password and click"New Password".

Click "OK" to update the password.

CAUTION
The password immediately after installation is "RKI".

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 Change

3-6. Set screen

2.

In the status area, change the desired data.

The contents of Serial No. (20 characters) can be changed.
Interval Trend Time (Sec), Station ID (16 characters), and User ID (16 characters) canbe selected and changed from the list.
The Date/Time Set button can be used to align the internal clock of the GX-6000 main
unit (GX-6000 Date/Time) to the set time of the PC (PC Date/Time).

CAUTION
The date/time areas cannot be entered directly.

CAUTION
The settings of the GX-6000 main unit are not modified except Date/Time Set bythis change. Make sure to click Update to send the change request process to themain unit.

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3-6. Set screen

3-6-3. Send updates to the GX-6000 main unit
 Send updates

1.

Modify the places to change and click the "Update" button.

When the "Yes" button is clicked, the changes are sent to the GX-6000 main unit andstored there.
When the "No" button is clicked, update is canceled.

CAUTION
The changes cannot be undone. Before clicking "Update", it is possible to revert tothe data stored in the main unit by clicking the Instrument Information button on the
Download screen to download the instrument information data.

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4. Data Maintenance4-1. Details of data storage structure

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Data Maintenance
Depending on usage (such as loading data many times in a single day), the number of data might increase
drastically. In such a case, it might be difficult just to find the desired data. In addition, there is a possibility oflosing valuable data caused by an unexpected trouble of the PC.
To prepare for such unexpected events, a periodical backup of the data is recommended.

4-1. Details of data storage structure
Data is stored in the installation folder of the GX-6000 program.
1)File name: GX6000.mdb
File type: Microsoft Jet 3.6 database file

2)

File name: Data
File type: Folder Trend data files are organized under year/month folders

4-2. Backup
Although it depends on usage, we recommend the data to be copied to another hard disk device or an auxiliary
storage device (such as an MO drive or CD-R drive).
To restore data, copy it to the installation folder of the GX-6000 executable. The program searches for data on
startup and the data will be available to view.

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5. Operating Precautions

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Operating Precautions
When using the program, take sufficient considerations on the following points:(1) When downloading data, check that GX-6000 is placed at an appropriate position. If the position is not
appropriate, download cannot be performed properly.
(2) When downloading, avoid similar operations using another application (for example, performing IR
communication during data download).
(3) Do not force-quit the program (for example, by using Ctrl + Alt + Del). This program saves setting parameterson the shutdown process to prepare for the next startup. Therefore, if the program is force-quit, the next
startup might fail.
(4) Do not modify a data file directly.

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6. Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting
Symptoms

CausesSolutions

Communication is notpossible.

The position of the main unit isinappropriate. An obstacle is in
the way.
There is another device that uses
IR.
There is a disturbance light.
The GX-6000 unit moved duringcommunication.
There is a disturbance light.

Change the position of the main unit.

Error occurs duringcommunication.
Something is wrong in thecommunication data.

Turn off the other devices, or prevent its
interference.
Eliminate the device that uses IR.
Do not move the unit during communication.
Eliminate the device that uses IR.

If an error still persists despite the above actions, please contact RIKEN KEIKI.

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8. File Structure

8-1. Current directory immediately after installation

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File StructureThis chapter explains the details about file contents at installation and during operation.

8-1. Current directory immediately after installation
File name

Details

GX6000.exe
RkIrDA11.ocx
RKComm.ocx
Filemove.avi

GX-6000 main unit
Infrared communication component
Serial communication component
Animation file that shows that data download is in progress

8-2. Current directory during operation
File name

Details

GX6000.exe
RkIrDA11.ocx
RKComm.ocx
Filemove.avi

GX-6000 main unit
Infrared communication component
Serial communication component
Animation file that shows that data download is in progress

GX6000.ini
GX6000.dat
GX6000.mdb
Data
Serial.log

GX-6000 initialization file
File for data downloading
Database file (Microsoft Jet 3.6 database)
Save directory for trend data files
Recording of data that flowed through communication port since startup of the program(for investigation and maintenance)

CAUTION
Files and directories below the double line are created after startup of the program.

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9. Software Specifications

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Software Specifications
Name of product(name of program)

GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program

Model

SW-GX-6000(EX)Executable file name

GX6000.EXE

Supported OS

Microsoft
Windows 7
Windows 8
Windows 10
Main program: Approx. 4 MB/Library: Approx. 5.2 MB(Uses up to 40 MB of disk space on installation)
Infrared (conforming to IrDA 1.1 protocol)
Standard communication settings
Baud rate: 38400 bps (maximum)
Data bit: 8 bits
Stop bit: 1 bit
Parity: Even

Program capacity
Communication of
the main unit

Transfer time

Maximum 3 minutes (standard communication setting, with maximum amount of data)

MediumOne CD-ROM

Package contents

Operating Manual (this specification)
Product warranty and registration card
License agreement61