Thermo Fisher Scientific
PDM3700 Instruction Manual
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Chapter 3
Using the WinPDM Software
This section explains how to install and set up the WinPDM software, and
how to program a sample run for the instrument.
A programmed sample run or “shift” can be set up in advance using the
WinPDM communications software program. One shift-time can be
programmed, and all shifts require a 35-minute warm-up period before
data begins collecting.
The PDM3700 will accommodate programmed shift-lengths from 1
minute to 24 hours. After the PDM3700 unit has completed a sample run
(immediate or programmed), you can download the data collected to a
personal computer (PC) for analysis.
Refer to Chapter 2: Basic Operation for information on starting a primary
sample run using the keys on the PDM3700.
Note
A version of WinPDM was supplied with the PDM3700 when
delivered, however, this may not be the most current version of the
software available. Always check that you are using the latest MSHA
approved version prior to programming the PDM3700 and downloading
the data from the instrument. Refer to installation instructions provided
with new version.
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This section explains how to locate and load the WinPDM communication
software onto your personal computer (PC). System minimum
requirements for running WinPDM software include a Pentium processor
and 64 megabytes (MB) of random access memory (RAM) and 40
megabytes (MB) of hard drive space.
Prior to installing a new version of the WinPDM software, users must first
remove the existing version from their PC. Use the PC’s “Control Panel” in
the Start menu, and the “Add/Remove Programs” function to remove older
versions of the WinPDM software.
Note
WinPDM version 7.52 or higher must be used for compliance with
MSHA requirements for sampling and data submission. While earlier
versions of WinPDM may operate with the PDM 3700, they do not meet
Installing WinPDM
