1.3 Software Overview
The HPC Suite of software includes 4 distinct applications: HPC401, HPCGraph, HPCLogger and
HPC301. Each of these applications is preloaded onto the handheld and designed for a particular
function. A summary of each application can be seen on the following pages. For detailed informa-
tion about the features and operation of each application, refer to their respective sections in this
manual.
HPC401
The main application of the HPC Suite, HPC401, allows communication, monitoring and configura-
tion of HART devices. The HPC401 software is based upon manufacturer device description files
(DDL) and thus allows access to all menus and parameters as designed by the manufacturer.
HPCGraph
This graphing application allows device variables to be trended over time in an easy to view graphi-
cal format. Device parameters can be simultaneously graphed in various colors for easy identifica-
tion.
HPCLogger
This software application allows for the logging of device variable values over time. A wide range of
variables can be logged automatically at a user selectable sample time, or manually one by one.
These logs can be saved and transferred to a PC for further analysis.
HPC301
The HPC301 software is the predecessor of the HPC401 software. It allows for the configuration
and monitoring of HART devices but is not DDL derived. This application has been included as an
alternative to using the DDL based menu and parameter structures of HPC401 for those whom
have grown accustomed to the HPC301 layout for devices such as the Smar line of transmitters.
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