Recover a Previous (.icr) File for iChart

    It is possible that the iChart (.icr) file you are working with may be accidentally  deleted or corrupted. In this situation a previous version of the file may be recovered by following this simple procedure. 1. Navigate to the iChart Users program folder. Open my computer and navigate to C:Program FilesNexSensiChart6Users   2. Navigate to the […]

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    Creating a Desktop Shortcut for a Project

    When NexSens iChart software is opened using a desktop icon, a dialogue box appears with options for opening with or without a project. Shortcuts can be created to open specified projects. 1. Open iChart without a current project. 2. From the main menu select Edit | Preferences. 3. Unchecking the “Enable startup dialog” box will stop the startup […]

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    Adjusting the Precision of a Report

    The Reports in iChart software can be customized to display data in different ways. Graphics can be adjusted for better viewing and statistics can be shown in several formals. 1. Open iChart with a current project. 2. From the menu bar select Report | Open Report. 3. Choose the desired report and click Open. 4. If the Report […]

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    Auto-loading an iChart Project/Report

    When NexSens iChart software is opened using a desktop icon, a dialogue box appears with options for opening with or without a project. Shortcuts can be created to open specified projects. 1. Open iChart without a current project. 2. From the menu bar select Edit | Preferences. 3. Uncheck the “Enable startup dialog” box and check the “Auto-load […]

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    Adjusting the Precision of Parameters

    NexSens iChart software utilizes a navigation panel to provide instant access to all sites, iSIC data loggers, and sensors in a given project file. When switching between iSICs from the navigation panel, a different interrogation window detailing sensor data is shown for each iSIC. This data can be formatted to fit the users needs. 1. […]

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    Reorder Parameters in a Report

    Starting from version 6.13.14, iChart allows a user to reorder parameters in an iChart report. 1. Generate an iChart report or open an existing report. If a new report is generated, the report must save before proceeding. 2. Select the parameters to be included in the report. 3. Select Report | Other Setup menu.   4. In the Report […]

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    Change Parameter Unit

    A parameter unit can be changed based on user preference. There are two types of changes. One will scale the reading based on known conversions and the other will just adjust the displayed name. Scaled unit change 1. Click on the unit in the main window. 2. Click on the down arrow that appears. 3. […]

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    Changing Lufft Configuration Settings via SDI-12

    The Lufft line of weather sensors can be configured using SDI-12 protocol through iChart software. 1. Open iChart with the current project. 2. Right click on the Lufft sensor in the Navigation Panel. 3. Select Property. The Smart Sensor Properties window should appear.   4. Record the number in the SDI-12 Address box. 5. Click Cancel. 6. Select Advanced | […]

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    Remove a Sensor from an iChart Project

    A sensor can be removed from an iChart project file if the system setup has changed or needs to be redone.  Note: The device will be reprogrammed in these steps and all data will be lost. Please download all data before proceeding. 1. Open iChart with the current project. 2. Select Project | Setup Device Wizard. […]

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    Add a Sensor to an iChart Project

    A sensor can be added to an iChart project file if the system setup has changed or needs to be redone.  Note: The device will be reprogrammed in these steps and all data will be lost. Please download all data before proceeding. 1. Open iChart with the current project. 2. Select Project | Setup Device Wizard. […]

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