Features

6 or 12 universal inputs

Up to 4 pulse/frequency inputs

6 or 12 relay outputs

Networkable using standard Ethernet port

21 CFR part 11 compliant

IP65 rated front panel.

24 Volt DC transmitter power supply

On Board Media Drives:  CompactFlash, USB memory stick or external drive, Smart Digital (SD)

Touch Screen Control

Direct on screen chart annotation with integral stylus

Infrared port

Built in OPC and web server.

Built in Email Client

Shallow installation depth (6.5")

User Interface and Control

The DC6000 utilizes a hig contrast 5.6 inch color Active Matrix TFT LCD dislay with a rugged touch screen. Use a finger or the onbard stylus, if you prefer, to perform data entry and system navigation. The front panel is also fully complant to IP65 for use in dusty or wet areas. An intuitive icon driven menu system guides the user through easy to follow setup and control screens. The Display builder feature makes setting up custom screens extremely simple. Design up to 50 custom displays conaining various combination of indicator types such as horizontal and vertical bar graphs, large and small digital indicators and horizontal or vertical trends. On-screen help is available throughout the menu system to assist you during setup and use.

 Intuitive Menu System

Custom Designable Display Screens

Data Storage and Security  

When it comes to storing data, the DC6000 is extremely flexible. Data can be stored to the non-volatile internal flash RAM or any of the available storage drives including CompactFlash™ and USB provided there is media present. Programmable record start and stop times allow the user to start and stop recording at predetermined intervals.Data may also be stored to a remote PC via Ethernet using the optional Exhibitor Software. In addition, the built in OPC Server allows any OPC compliant software client to connect to, communicate with and retrieve data. The DC6000 utilizes many layers of security to protect the integrity of your stored data. All data is stored in an encrypted binary format which prevents data tampering and maximizes compression. The front access media door is lockable to prevent unauthorized access to the internal removable storage media. There are 3 levels of password protection to prevent unauthorized entry into critical recorder function menus. To ensure that data files are completely error free the DC6000 has a built-in rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride battery backup system that constantly monitors the incoming power source. In the event of a power loss or power dip, the DC6000 seamlessly switches over to the internal power and begins a safe and controlled system shutdown. When power is restored the recorder immediately returns to the last state of operation. This guarantees that data files will never be corrupted by unexpected power conditions.

21CFR Part 11  

The DC6000 is fully compliant with the requirements of 21CFR Part 11. This section of the Code of Federal Regulations sets forth the guidelines for handling all aspects of electronic data storage to ensure data is secure and accurate. The DC6000 provides a password management system that allows an administrator to set multiple unique user/password combinations and assign them to one of the 3 available access levels. Each users login password can be set to automatically expire to ensure passwords are regularly updated. The DC6000 also maintains a secure, time stamped audit trail to independently record the date and time of operator entries and actions that create, modify, or delete electronic records.

Recording Data  

Using the Record Setup menu, the user can select which channels to record, the sample storage rate, whether to record alarms and/or events, and the start/stop time and date for the record session. The location of the data file is selected in this menu along with the data file name. The user can also configure the unit to start or stop recording on an alarm level or an externally triggered input.

Data Storage vs. Time Guide

Media Storage Locations

Front Accessible: (lockable) 
CompactFlashTM
USB Host (for memory stick) 

Rear Accessible: 
USB Host
Ethernet

Internal:
256 Meg Standard (larger sizes available)

Write Directly on the Screen

The innate feature of handwriting notes and comments on the chart of paper recorders had been lost with the onset of video graphic recorders until the arrival of the DC6000. Using the high-resolution touch screen interface and the integral stylus you can once again make notes or comments directly on the chart. This on-screen annotation is stored within the data file directory and can be recalled and displayed on the recorder or in Exhibitor Software.

Powerful Math Package 

The onboard math package is extremely powerful. It allows the user to input complex polynomial equations using constants, custom functions and variable inputs obtained from live channels. The resultant information can be displayed and recorded as a real time channel. Using the intuitive Calculated Channel Setup menu the user enters in the formula and can perform a test to make sure the formula is accurate.

Options and Accessories

Memory Cards 

Exhibitor Software

Exhibitor Software is an extremely powerful set of tools that compliments the DC6000 and other OPC compliant devices. Incorporating functions to simplify data management via searching, reviewing, printing, or exporting historic data, Exhibitor Software allows real-time monitoring and recording independently as well, while historic recording is not affected. Also featured is the OPC Client which enables the user to build custom screens selecting various display elements and data from multiple OPC Servers, including devices other than DC6000’s. (Windows™ XP/2000 Compatible).  

Network Overview

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Customizable Real-Time View 

Use Exhibitors design page features to create custom real-time display projects that can be saved and recalled with a click of the mouse. Create bar graphs, digital panel meters, thermometers or trend screens from live data coming from any DC6000 or other OPC compliant device accessible on the network. Using the OPC Device Manager, Exhibitor allows you to connect to OPC Servers anywhere there is a network connection. A user definable list of data is then accessible by the Design Page, where customized Real-Time Displays are built using the user friendly Graphic User Interface. To place items, simply point, click, and drag. Save your project for future use and the next time it is opened all servers are automatically connected and data will begin displaying immediately. Go one step further, and record real time data to your PC.

Graphical Review

The composite graphical view can display all inputs and  calculated data from a particular recording session. The user is able to manipulate the graph to make it easy to see interaction between recorded channels, turn channels off and on, change color schemes, expand, compress, zoom, and print. Individual channels can be displayed for detailed analysis. There is a summary function for the individual channels which provides minimum, maximum, averages and time and date for the records. The same analysis tools used for the multi-channel graph are used to scroll through data, zoom, review and expand the single channel graphs.

Tabular Data Review

The Data Table view displays recorded data in tabular format. All recorded information within a file can be viewed or deselected along with time stamps. Using the one click export feature, the table can be exported to Excel™ in its entirety or in portions.The data table and graph can be synchronized so that they are interactive during analysis of records. Double clicking a value in the Data Table will automatically bring you to the graph page with that value and time highlighted. Move the cursor over the point and detailed information is provided. Also available are separate alarm, event, and memo review screens. Memo review lists all on-screen annotations in a record.

21CFR Part 11

Exhibitor Software provides the ultimate in secure recording and data access. Three password activated levels include User, Manager, and Administrator. The user can access all tabs except OPC Client, Device Manager and Remote. The Manager can access everything except Password and Language. The Administrator can access everything. Features such as expiration dates and auto timeout further enhance the security of your process. Data records that are not in Monarch Instruments proprietary binary encrypted format are rejected by Exhibitor. Monarch Instrument offers optional documentation that encompasses the hardware and software to shorten the time it takes to get a fully compliant process up and running.

ORDERING INFORMATION

Please contact an authorized Monarch Instrument distributor in your area to place an order for the DataChart 6000

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