RKI Instruments GX-6000 User manual

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GX-6000 Data Logger
Management Program
Operator’s Manual
Part Number: 71-0383
Revision: A
Released: 4/14/17

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from defects in materials and workmanship, and performance for a period
of one year from date of shipment from RKI Instruments, Inc. Any parts
found defective within that period will be repaired or replaced, at our option,
free of charge. This warranty does not apply to those items which by their
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rough handling, or repairs procedures not in accordance with the
instruction manual. This warranty indicates the full extent of our liability,
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products to function or operate properly.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installing the GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
IrDA Downloading Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installing an IrDA Adapter Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Windows® Wireless Link Operation Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Launching the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Control Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Download Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Instrument Information Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Data Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Last Calibration Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Set Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Accessing a Common Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Downloading Data from an Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
GX-6000 Data Logging Capacity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Overwriting Data in the GX-6000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Viewing, Printing, Exporting & Deleting Data in the Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Bump Test Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Calibration History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Event Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Snap Log Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Normal Operation Snap Log Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Leak Check Snap Log Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Interval Trend Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Alarm Trend Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Deleting Data in the Data Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Changing the Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Table of Contents
Last Calibration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Effects of BUMP DISP Parameter Setting on Appearance of Last
Calibration Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Viewing & Printing Last Calibration Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Need Calibration/Need Bump Test View Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Calibration Date/Bump Test Date View Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Calibration Record/Bump Test Record View Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Deleting Last Calibration Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Set Window. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Changing Instrument Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Detail Settings Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Directly Editing Station and User ID Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Updating Station and User ID Lists Using CSV Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Importing CSV Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Changing the Appearance of the Program Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Instrument Power Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Spare Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
CAUTION: Read and understand this manual before using the
GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program. Also read
and understand the GX-6000 Operator’s Manual included
with the GX-6000 portable gas detection unit.

Introduction • 1
Introduction
Using an advanced detection system consisting of up to six gas sensors,
the GX-6000 Personal Gas Monitors detects the presence of combustible
gases, oxygen (O2), carbon monoxide (CO), and hydrogen sulfide (H2S)
and various other toxic gases simultaneously. The compact size and easy-
to-use design make them ideally suited for a wide range of applications as
described in the GX-6000 Operator’s Manual. Please read the GX-6000
Operator’s Manual first before using the GX-6000 Data Logger
Management Program.
The GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program downloads stored data
in the GX-6000 to a Windows-based PC. After the data has been
downloaded, you can view, save, or print it using your computer and the
GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program.
The purpose of this manual is to explain how to use and set up the
GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program. You will learn how to:
• install and launch the software
• install the downloading cable (if needed)
• access and store data in a common database
• download data from the GX-6000
• view, print, and save data
• change data logging parameters
• create user and station IDs
• change the appearance of the program screens
• change the color of graphed readings for a particular gas
Before you get started, be sure to review the system requirements in the
next section.
CAUTION: The GX-6000 unit detects oxygen deficiency and elevated
levels of oxygen, combustible gases, carbon monoxide, and
hydrogen sulfide, all of which can be dangerous or life
threatening. When using the GX-6000, you must follow the
instructions and warnings in the GX-6000 Operator’s
Manual to assure proper and safe operation of the unit and
to minimize the risk of personal injury.
CAUTION: The operator of this instrument is advised that if the
equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual,
the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

2 • System Requirements
System Requirements
To use the GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program, your personal
computer must meet the following requirements:
•Operating Systems: Windows® 7, Windows® 8, or Windows® 10
•Processor: IBM® compatible PC running Pentium® 2 or higher.
•Memory: 32 MB RAM minimum
•Available Hard Disk Space: 32 MB minimum
• Infrared port or
USB port and a USB/IrDA adapter cable
Installing the GX-6000 Data Logger
Management Program
1. Launch Windows®.
2. Exit from all applications and open windows.
3. Go to www.rkiinstruments.com/gx6000.
4. Click on the Download tab.
5. Click the GX-6000 Datalogging Program link.
6. A .zip file will begin to download. Select whether you want to open or
save the .zip file.
7. Extract the contents of the .zip file.
8. Double click the setup.exe file.

Installing the GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program • 3
9. After a few seconds, a screen appears indicating that the InstallShield
Wizard is preparing to install the Data Logger Management Program,
then the GX-6000 InstallShield Wizard window appears to guide you
through installation.
10. Follow the on-screen instructions in the InstallShield Wizard Window to
install the program.
11. If the InstallShield Wizard finds versions of Windows® files on your
computer newer than those in the downloaded .zip file, it will ask you if
you want to keep these newer files. Click Yes.
12. When the InstallShield Wizard indicates that installation is complete,
click the Finish button.
Figure 1: GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program Installation

4 • IrDA Downloading Cable
IrDA Downloading Cable
The instrument communicates with a computer via an on-board infrared
communication port that complies with IrDA 1.1 protocol standards.
NOTE: If your computer has a built-in infrared port that complies with
IrDA 1.1 protocol, you do not need an adapter cable to download
data.
If your computer does not have an infrared port, you will need to install an
IrDA 1.1 compliant IrDA/USB adapter cable on your computer to use the
GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program with your instrument. An
IrDA/USB cable is available from RKI Instruments, Inc. See the Spare Parts
List at the end of this manual for the RKI part number.
Some versions of Windows® already have several infrared device drivers
loaded in Windows® and will automatically recognize a cable during the
installation process and guide you in installing the drivers. Other versions
of Windows® will require you to load device drivers provided by the
manufacturer of the cable during the installation process. RKI makes no
warranty for the operation or compatibility of the drivers with any particular
device.
Installing an IrDA Adapter Cable
After installing the GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program, you must
install the driver for the IrDA/USB adapter cable. Make sure the cable
driver is compatible with your Windows® operating system.
NOTE: Do not plug in the IrDA/USB adapter cable into your computer
before installing the driver.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installing the cable on your
computer. If you do not have instructions from the cable manufacturer for
installing your cable, see your Windows documentation. In general, you
must go to the Control Panel and use the Add Hardware Wizard to install
the cable drivers.
Windows® Wireless Link Operation Note
When using an IrDA adapter cable and the GX-6000 Data Logger
Management Program on a Windows® computer, it is necessary to make a
special setting in the Wireless Link Configuration window for proper
communication between the instrument and the GX-6000 Data Logger
Management Program. This must be done before attempting to use the
program. Follow these steps to make this setting:
1. Click Start on the Windows® Icon Tray.

IrDA Downloading Cable • 5
2. If Control Panel is available to select in the Start menu, select it. The
Control Panel will appear.
If Control Panel is not selectable in the Start menu but Settings is,
select Settings, then select Control Panel. The Control Panel will
appear.
3. Double click on Wireless Link. The Wireless Link Configuration
Window will appear.
4. Click on the Image Transfer tab.
5. Deselect the selection box for “Allow digital cameras to use infrared to
transfer images directly to my computer”.
6. Click OK.
7. Close the Control Panel window.
Figure 2: Image Transfer Tab
Deselect

6 • Launching the Program
Launching the Program
1. For Windows® 7 computers, click the Start icon in the Windows® Icon
Tray, then select Programs, then select GX-6000. Your operating
system may also have a shortcut installed in the Start menu.
For Windows® 8 and Windows® 10 computers, click the Start icon in
the Windows® Icon Tray, then click the downward-pointing arrow icon
in the lower left corner of the screen, then select GX-6000 from the list
of apps.
2. The program will launch and the Download window will appear. For
more convenient viewing, the window can be enlarged by clicking and
dragging the edges.
3. For convenience, make a shortcut of the GX-6000 Data Logger
Management Program and place it on the Windows® desktop. See
your Windows® documentation for information about making shortcuts.
Figure 3: The Download Window

Control Buttons • 7
Control Buttons
This section provides an overview of the control buttons. Instructions for
using the various parts of the program accessed by the control buttons are
given in other parts of this manual.
When the program is launched, it opens in the Download Window. Along
the right side of the Download Window are six control buttons that access
other windows in the program.The figure below shows the various windows
that you can access when you click the control buttons.
Download Button
If you are in another program window, clicking the Download button opens
the Download Window (see Figure 3). The Download window has several
download commands that allow you to perform various data retrieval
functions with an instrument that is connected to the software. Data can be
retrieved from the instrument, data can be cleared from the instrument, and
Figure 4: Windows Accessed by Control Buttons

8 • Control Buttons
the instrument can be turned off. See “Downloading Data from an
Instrument” on page 16 for a complete description of downloading data
from an instrument.
Instrument Information Button
Clicking the Instrument Information button opens the Instrument
Information Window.
The Instrument Information Window displays various instrument
parameters for an instrument that has been downloaded using the
Complete Download or Instrument Information download commands
and is currently connected to the program. If an instrument is turned off
after being connected to the program, then the program will lose the
connection with the instrument and the fields in the Instrument Information
Window will become empty.
Figure 5: Instrument Information Window

Control Buttons • 9
Data Button
Clicking the Data button opens the Data Window.
In the Data Window, you can view, print, export, and delete data that has
been downloaded from instruments.
NOTE: If the GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program database is
on the user’s computer (default setting), data will only appear for
instruments downloaded to that computer. If the database is on a
network, data will appear for all instruments downloaded to that
database. See “Accessing a Common Database” on page 13 for
more instruction.
The following types of data files are saved in the Data window:
• Bump Test Files
A bump test file is saved for each instrument that has been
downloaded. It records the bump test information for every bump test
that was downloaded. The instrument can save information for up to
100 bump tests and calibrations combined in its memory.
Figure 6: Data Window

10 • Control Buttons
• Calibration History Files
A calibration history file is saved for each instrument that has been
downloaded. It records the calibration information for every calibration
that was downloaded. The instrument can save information for up to
100 bump tests and calibrations in its memory.
• Alarm Event Files
Alarm event files record gas alarm events that have been downloaded
from instruments. The instrument can save up to 100 alarm events in its
memory.
• Trouble Event Files
Trouble event files record sensor failure and system failure events that
have been downloaded from instruments. The instrument can save up
to 100 trouble events in its memory.
• Interval Trend Data Files
Interval trend data is logged at the interval time defined in the
instrument. Each logged point is an average reading over the previous
time interval.
• Normal Operation Snap Log Files
Normal operation snap log files contain gas reading information that
was taken in Snap Log Mode in Normal Operation. A station ID is
associated with each snap log.
• Leak Check Operation Snap Log Files
Leak check operation snap log files contain gas reading information that
was taken in Snap Log Mode in Leak Check Operation. A station ID is
associated with each snap log.
• Alarm Trend Data Files
Alarm trend data is logged around an alarm event. The instrument can
save up to 8 alarm trend data files in its memory.

Control Buttons • 11
Last Calibration Button
Clicking the Last Calibration button opens the Last Calibration Window.
NOTE: The setting of the BUMP DISP instrument parameter affects
whether the Bump Test portion of the Last Calibration Window is
shown. For further explanation of the BUMP DISP parameter as it
pertains to the Last Calibration Window, see “Effects of BUMP
DISP Parameter Setting on Appearance of Last Calibration
Window” on page 60.
The Last Calibration Window stores the information for the most recent
successful calibration and for the most recent successful bump test for
each instrument that has been downloaded. Calibration data is displayed in
the top part of the screen while bump test data is displayed in the bottom
part. You can display the information three ways by using the Need
Calibration/Need Bump Test, Calibration Date/Bump Test Date, or
Calibration Record/Bump Test Record selection buttons. You can also print
the information if you select the Need Calibration/Need Bump Test or
Calibration Date/Bump Test Date display options.
Figure 7: Last Calibration Window

12 • Control Buttons
Set Button
Clicking the Set button opens the Set Window.
In the Set Window, you can perform the following functions:
• Alter the appearance of the program windows with the Font and Color
buttons
• Change parameters of a connected instrument by editing the fields in
the GX-6000 Status frame and in the Gas/Sensor frame at the bottom of
the window and clicking the Update button
• Update the date and time in a connected instrument by using the Date/
Time Set button
• Update the station and user ID lists using the Detail Settings button
Figure 8: Set Window

Accessing a Common Database • 13
Accessing a Common
Database
The GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program stores downloaded data
in a database file. This database file is automatically stored on the
computer’s hard drive in the same folder as the GX-6000 Data Logger
Management Program. In this configuration, a computer has access to its
own database but no other computer’s. Only data downloaded to that
computer may be viewed. If the database was set up on a network location,
multiple computers could access the same database. All computers
accessing that database could view all data that was downloaded from any
computer.
The GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program has the ability to map its
database along any other valid path to another file location. That file
location can be on the same computer or it can be on a network location.
Putting it on a network location allows multiple users to save data to and
access data from the same location. This allows access to instrument data
that was downloaded at another computer.
NOTE: Only one computer at a time may access the database, so only
one software installation mapped to a common database can be
running at a time. If two installations attempt to access the same
database, an error indication will occur when the second program
is launched.
To set up this new database path:
1. You must first determine where the database is going to be located and
make a note of that file path.
2. If the GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program hasn’t been
launched on the computer yet, you must launch and close the program.
This creates a GX6000.ini file that contains configuration settings. The
file is located in the GX-6000 folder in your computer’s Program Files.

14 • Accessing a Common Database
3. Open GX6000.ini file in Notepad and scroll down to the very last line.
This line is the Data Location path. An example of the path created by
the program is shown in Figure 9. Replace the current path with the
desired path (see Figure 10).
Figure 9: GX6000.ini File with Original Path
file
Old
path

Accessing a Common Database • 15
4. Save the file and reopen the GX-6000 Data Logger Management
Program.
5. When you launch the program again, a database will be created in the
specified location.
6. Repeat steps 2-5 for all installations that need access to the common
database.
Figure 10: GX6000.ini File with New Path
file
New
path

16 • Downloading Data from an Instrument
Downloading Data from an
Instrument
You have the option of downloading data manually or automatically. If you
want to download data using the automatic download feature, click the
Automatic Download selection box in the Download Window before
attempting to download data from the instrument. Remember that if
Automatic Download is selected, the Instrument Information Window will
remain blank and the instrument will turn off automatically after the data
has been downloaded. If you want the data in the instrument to be cleared
automatically after an automatic download, select the Automatic Data
Removal box. The Automatic Data Removal box is only available for
selection if the Automatic Download box is selected.
To download data from an instrument:
1. Launch the GX-6000 Data Logger Management Program. The
Download Window displays. When the program comes up and no
instrument is connected, the Download Commands are not selectable.
2. Place the instrument within an inch or two of the infrared port on your
computer aligning the infrared port located below the POWER/ENTER
button on the instrument with the infrared port on your computer.
Figure 11: Automatic Download Selection Box
Click here for
automatic
downloads