This field is optional. If the sensor does not appear in the Sensor Valids List, a new sensor name may be submitted for review. Recommendations When keying DIFs with sensor valids, remember to key with the general term as well as the specific term, if applicable. If the appropriate sensor is not in the valids list, a new sensor name may be submitted with the DIF for review.
Short name is usually a mnemonic or abbreviated version of the long name.
When submitting a new short name, always check the Sensor Valids List to ensure mutual exclusivity among sensor short names. No two sensors may have the same short name. If no short name is available, the long name is written in all capital letters. Go to the DIF Guide Table of Contents .