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Downloading Data
After the Tensor Recorder has recorded the desired data, it is downloaded into ProVision. Power the Tensor
Recorder and connect to ProVision using the Wi-Fi or cellular connection.
The Tensor Recorder stops recording when connected to a PC and
[Retrieve Settings]
or
[Download
Recording]
is selected in ProVision. If the cellular or Wi-Fi connection is dropped, the Tensor Recorder will
continue recording, appending data to the existing recording session.
ProVision will ask for a file name when the download is completed. The file is placed in the Recent Download
list in the Explorer column. Double clicking on the data file will bring up the Header Report which contains
quick links to some graphs and reports. Other Graphs and Reports can be found under the tabs at the top of
ProVision.
The Tensor Recorder also may be downloaded later. Simply remove the unit from the outlet and take it back
to the office. The Tensor Recorder automatically stops recording when it is disconnected from an outlet. The
recorded data is held in nonvolatile memory, so no data is lost.
If the Tensor Recorder is re-initialized, it will start the countdown when power is applied, and a new recording
will begin. If the Tensor is not initialized after downloading, future data will be appended to the older data.
The recorded data is still in the Tensor Recorder and can be downloaded again even after it has been re-
initialized. The old data is not erased until power is applied and the countdown completes.
PQ Canvass receives periodic data transmissions from the cell Tensor and continually adds data to the
‘downloaded’ PQ Canvass data file. When re-initialized, a new PQ Canvass data file is created.
