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Table of Contents
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Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.1 Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.2 About this Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.3 Audience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.4 Scope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.5 Typographic Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.6 Related Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.7 If You have Documentation Comments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.8 Revision History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1.9 Technical Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing WinPlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.1 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2 Installation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Performing Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.1 Defining Basic WinPlus Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 Using the Tool Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 Using the Menu Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.1
Creating a Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.2
Creating a Comment List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.3
Creating a Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.4
Creating a Database . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.5
Changing the View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.6
Configuring Communication Parameters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.7
Using the Gage Snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.8
Editing Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.9
Creating a Global Custom Header . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.10 Creating a Custom Header . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3.11 Changing Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Creating Data Sets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.1 Creating an Incremental Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 Creating a Sequential Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3 Creating a Sequential with Custom Points Data Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4 Creating a 2D Grid Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.5 Creating a 2D Grid with Custom Points Data Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.6 Creating a 3D Grid Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.7 Creating a Boiler Data Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.8 Creating a Manual Data Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Managing Data Set and Survey Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
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Opening/Viewing a Data Set File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Open/View a Survey File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1.2
View a File in Grid Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1.3
Print Displayed Survey Data Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Color-Coded Grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.1
User License Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.2
Viewing Color-Coded Survey Grid Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2.3
Custom Defining Background and Text Colors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Editing Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.1
Activate the Editing Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.2
Editing a Data Set File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.3
Editing a Survey File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.4
Editing a Survey File Header . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing Statistics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Importing and Exporting Data to Gages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.1 Importing and Exporting Using the 36DL PLUS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Importing Data from the 36DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.2
Exporting Data to the 36DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 Importing and Exporting Using the 26DL PLUS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.1
Importing Data from the 26DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.2
Export a Single Survey to the 26DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2.3
Export Multiple Surveys to the 26DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3 Managing File Formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.1
Importing Data Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.2
Exporting a File Format to the 26DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Printing Reports and Exporting
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7.1 Choosing Report Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 Printing a Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Printing from the Print Preview Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3 Print Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.4 Exporting Data from Export Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.5 Viewing Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.5.1
View Data Set Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.5.2
View Survey Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.1 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.2 Search for Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
8.2.1
Special Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.2.2
Search Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
8.3 User License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
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About WinPlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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List of Tables
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Overview to Instruction Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Typographic Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Revision History. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WinPlus Interface Program Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tool Bar Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Report Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Selecting the Window 95 Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selecting the installation file for Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the Windows 98, ME, 2000, NT Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the Installation File for Windows 98, ME, 2000, NT. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WinPlus Tool Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Folder in the Data Set Folder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Comment List Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering Comments in the Comment List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
New Database Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing Folders as a List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing Folders as Large Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gage Communication Setup Dialog Box with Default Parameters . . . . . . . . . . .
Gage Snap Shot Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Viewing the Status Field in the Gage Snap Shot Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Opening a Snapshot File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the Allow Edit Readings Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the Allow Delete Items Option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Global Custom Header Dialog Box with Default Headers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Global Custom Header Layout in a Customized Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Editing Global Custom Header Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Custom Header Dialog Box with Default Headers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Custom Header Layout in a Customized Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Editing Custom Header Information for a Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating an Incremental Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a Sequential Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a Sequential with Custom Points Data Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a 2D Grid Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a 2D Grid with Custom Points Data Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a 3D Grid Data Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a Boiler Data Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Creating a Manual Data Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WinPlus Directory Displaying Data Set Files and Surveys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Data Set Summary Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Example of WinPlus Data Set Files and Surveys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Survey Summary Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Survey Summary Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Survey Data Grid Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting Zoom from the Survey Data Grid Screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Viewing Options of the Grid Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Survey Data Grid Screen Displaying All Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Survey Data Grid Screen Displaying Minimum Thickness Data. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Saving a Grid Survey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Print Preview Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

The License Validation Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
License Validation Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Color Range Error Message Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Viewing the Survey Data Grid screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Entering a Color Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Updating the Color Grid with New Color Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Viewing the Data Set Summary Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Editing a Thickness Reading for a Data Set File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Viewing the Survey Summary Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Editing a Thickness Reading for a Survey File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Viewing the Survey Summary Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Editing Survey File Header Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Statistics Units Selection Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Viewing the Report Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Import Data Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Importing files from the 36DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Export Data Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Exporting Data to the 36DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Sending Multiple Survey Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Import Range Message Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Export Data Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Exporting a Survey to the 26DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Export Data Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Exporting Multiple Surveys to the 26DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Merging Surveys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Importing a File from the Import Data Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Selecting a File to Import . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Import Data Dialog Box Displaying a File Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Exporting a File to the 26 DL PLUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Selecting a File to Export . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Selecting a Report Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Selecting a Report to Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Selecting a Report to Preview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Previewing a Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Printing a Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Selecting All ID Numbers or Active ID Numbers Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Viewing Data Set Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Viewing Survey Properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
The License Validation Dialog Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
License Validation Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Viewing the About WinPlus Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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Preface
The preface provides the following introductory topics:
1.1
Product Description
About this Document
Audience
Scope
Typographic Conventions
Related Documentation
If You have Documentation Comments
Revision History
Technical Help
Product Description
The WinPlus Windows Interface Program is a relationship Database program designed to
be intuitive and user friendly. WinPlus offers an easy bi-directional Windows computer
interface for the Model 26DL PLUS and the Model 36DL PLUS ultrasonic thickness
gages. Many of the programs capabilities include:
1.2
Creating folders, Data Sets, Surveys, and Comment tables
Editing stored thickness data
Viewing Data Set and Survey file information including Waveforms, thickness
readings, gage setup values, and comments
Downloading and uploading Surveys to and from the 26DL PLUS and 36DL PLUS
ultrasonic thickness gages
Exporting Surveys to spread sheets and other programs
Collecting snapshot Waveforms from the 36DL PLUS. Snapshot Waveforms are
graphical data sent by the 36DL PLUS that duplicate the exact display screen.
About this Document

This document is the Instruction Manual for the WinPlus Interface Program, V3.2. The
Instruction Manual describes how to use WinPlus in conjunction with the 26DL PLUS
and the 36DL PLUS. Tasks in this manual include installing the WinPlus, performing
basic operations, creating Data Set formats, managing Data Set and Survey operations,
importing and exporting data to gages, printing data and exporting data to other programs,
and getting help.
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1.3
Audience
This document is intended for anyone using WinPlus. Panametrics-NDTTM recommends
that all operators have a thorough understanding of the principles and limitations of
ultrasonic testing. We assume no responsibility for incorrect operational procedure or
interpretation of test results. We recommend that any operator seek adequate training
prior to using Panametrics-NDT equipment. Panametrics-NDT offers a full range of
training courses including Level I and Level II Ultrasonic Testing, Advanced Detection
and Sizing, and Ultrasonic Thickness Gaging. Contact Panametrics-NDT for further
information regarding training courses.
1.4
Scope
The following table describes the major sections in this document.
Chapter
Description
Audience
Chapter 2
Describes system requirements for

using WinPlus.
Operators
Also describes how to install the

WinPlus software.
Chapter 3
Describes how to use basic

operations and communication
functions from the menu bar and tool
bar.
Operators
Also defines some basic WinPlus

terms.
Chapter 4
Describes how to create various Data

Set formats such as Incremental,
Sequential, Sequential with Custom
Points, 2D Grid, 2D Grid with
Custom Points, 3D Grid, Boiler, and
Manual.
Operators
Chapter 5
Describes how to manage Data Sets

and Survey operations such as
viewing files, using the color-coded
grid, editing files, and viewing
statistics.
Operators
Chapter 6
Describes importing and exporting

data to the Model 26DL PLUS and
the Model 36DL PLUS.
Operators
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Description
Audience
Chapter 7
Describes printing data and

exporting data to other software
programs such as Excel, Lotus,
Word, HTML, etc.
Operators
Chapter 8
Describes how to get help when

using WinPlus.
Operators
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Overview to Instruction Manual (Continued)
The following notes and table provide a list of the typographic conventions that appear in
this document.
Warning:
This information indicates danger and the possibility of personal

injury.
Caution: This information indicates that equipment damage can occur.
Note:
This information provides explanatory information.
Tip:
This information provides helpful guidelines for easy operation.
Convention
Description
Courier Font
Used for file names, lines of code, names of

processes, and commands.
Heavy courier
Used for command line user input.
Bold
Used for textual parts of graphical user

interface, including menu items, buttons,
toolbar names, modes, options, and tabs.
Italics
Used for screen/window names, dialog

boxes and document titles.
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Convention
Description
Bold Italics
Used for emphasis.
[Bold] (Square Brackets with

Bold)
Used for instrument keys on the keypad.
<Italics> (Angle Brackets)
With italics text, used for variable data.
Used for showing the next sequential step.
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1.6
Related Documentation
WinPlus works with the Model 26DL PLUS and the Model 36DL PLUS. For more
information about either of these two instruments, refer to the following instruction
manuals:
1.7
Model 26DL PLUS, Part Number 910-111
Model 36DL PLUS, Part Number 910-175
If You have Documentation Comments

Panametrics-NDT TM is always interested in improving its documentation. We value your
comments about this manual and other Panametrics-NDT documentation.
Simply fill out the Survey at the back of this manual and send your documentation
comments to Panametrics-NDT by using one of the following methods:
Send comments to Panametrics-NDT, Attention: Technical Publications
Email us at: info@Panametrics-NDT.com
In all your correspondence, please include the title of the document, its part number,
release date, and the specific section upon which you are commenting.
1.8
Revision History
This document may require updating because of corrections or changes to the product.
Publication dates, printed on the front cover, are updated when a change is made to this
document. In addition, the document number is also changed to reflect the revision.
The table below shows a list of all revisions for this document.
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Issue
Release version
June, 1999
910-186A
First release.
March, 2000
910-186B
Second release.
February, 2002
910-186C
Third release.
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Revision History
Technical Help
Call Panametrics-NDT and ask for a sales engineer to assist you.
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Installing WinPlus
This chapter describes how to install the WinPlus Interface Program.
Topics are as follows:
2.1
2.2
System Requirements
Installation Procedures
System Requirements
Industry Standard Architecture (ISA) such as, IBM PC and compatible computers
running Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000 or NT
SVGA or higher resolution monitor
486 or higher processor
8 MB of available memory
Hard disk with 50 MB of free disk space
Installation Procedures
The WinPlus Interface Program comes on a CD included with the 36DL PLUS gage. The
program is a Windows 32 bit application, compatible with Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000,
and NT.
You will need to perform one of the two different installations depending on the operating
system that you are using. The two different installations are grouped as follows:
Windows 95
Windows 98, ME, 2000, and NT
To install WinPlus on a Windows 95 operating system, follow these steps:

1. Close all open Windows applications.
2. Place the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM Drive.
3. Click the Windows Start menu button.
4. Select the Run option. The Run dialog box opens.
5. Click the Browse button to find the path where the installation CD-ROM or disk
resides.
For example, "E:\" corresponds to the drive where the CD-ROM is located.
6. Double click the Window 95 folder.
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Selecting the Window 95 Folder
7. Select the Wpls3295.exe file.
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Selecting the installation file for Windows 95
8. Click the Open button.

9. Click the OK button from the Run dialog box.
Follow the instructions on the Setup Wizard to complete the installation.
Note:
You can install the program in a directory other than the default directory by
clicking on the Change Directory button in the programs dialog box.
To install WinPlus on a Windows 98, ME, 2000, or NT operating system, follow these
steps:
1. Close all open Windows applications.
2. Place the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM Drive.
3. Click the Windows Start menu button.
4. Select the Run option. The Run dialog box opens.
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5. Click the Browse button to find the path where the installation CD-ROM or disk
resides.
For example, "E:\" corresponds to the drive where the CD-ROM is located.
6. Double click the Window 98, ME, 2000, NT folder.
Figure 3
Selecting the Windows 98, ME, 2000, NT Folder
7. Select the Wpls32nt.exe file.
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Selecting the Installation File for Windows 98, ME, 2000, NT
8. Click the Open button.

9. Click the OK button from the Run dialog box.
Follow the instructions on the Setup Wizard to complete the installation.
Note:
You can install the program in a directory other than the default directory by
clicking on the Change Directory button in the programs dialog box.
The installation creates an icon and places it in the program group. After completing the
installation, remove CD-ROM and keep it in a safe place for backup.
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Performing Basic Operations

This chapter describes basic operations for WinPlus.
3.1
Defining Basic WinPlus Terms
Using the Tool Bar
Using the Menu Bar
Defining Basic WinPlus Terms

The WinPlus interface is composed of a directory that includes Data Sets, Surveys, and
Folders designed to look and act similar to Windows Explorer to provide quick and easy
database organization. The main components of WinPlus contain Comment Lists, Data
Sets, and Surveys.
Name
Description
Comment Lists
The location where you can create and store custom comments
or note files that can be attached to surveys prior to
downloading to the Model 26DL PLUS or the 36DL PLUS.
Data Set Folders
The main part of the database where you can create Data Sets
and folders.
Data Sets
Custom defined points (ID numbers) in WinPlus that represent

various locations on test material such as a tank, pipe, or
pressure vessel. These Thickness Measurement Locations
(TMLs) identify where actual ultrasonic thickness readings are
taken. There are 8 standard Data Set formats:
Incremental
Sequential
Sequential with Custom Point
2D Grid
2D Grid with Custom Point
3D Grid
Boiler
Manual
After measurements are uploaded to WinPlus from a gage, the

Data Sets become a holding place for multiple files called
Survey files that can be analyzed separately or comparatively.
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Survey
A Survey is a set of thickness readings taken on a gage. Once a

survey is uploaded to the 26DL PLUS or the 36DL PLUS they
are stored in a Data Set. The Surveys have the exact ID number
locations and follow the same order as the Data Sets, however
viewing a Survey file will only show the thickness data for a
particular inspection survey.
Multiple Surveys (sets of thickness readings) may also belong
to a Data Set. This makes it possible to view different thickness
readings and dates of all the Survey thickness readings at each
specific ID number location.
Folders
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Folders in WinPlus are similar to folders in a Windows

application, and help to organize Data Sets. Each Folder should
be named differently. You can cut, copy and paste Data Sets
from one folder to another to organize your database as it grows
or changes.
WinPlus Interface Program Definitions (Continued)
Using the Tool Bar

The WinPlus interface contains a tool bar across the upper portion of the screen that is
similar to other Windows applications. The tool bar consists of icons that offer fast and
easy access to many of the same tasks as the menu bar drop down functions.
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WinPlus Tool Bar
Icon
Description
Create a New Data Set
Open an Existing Database
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Print
Export Survey Data
Import Survey Data
Cut a WinPlus Item
Copy a WinPlus Item
Paste a WinPlus Item
Delete a WinPlus Item
Display WinPlus Item Properties
Display Large Icons
Display Small Icons
Display Icon List
Display Item Details
Gage Snapshot
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Using the Menu Bar

WinPlus uses the same menu conventions as most Windows applications. The menu bar
contains File, Edit, View, Communications, Options, Help, and Language drop down
menus in which you can access most WinPlus functions.
3.3.1
Creating a Folder
You can use a Folder to organize Data Sets based on location, equipment type, or customer
job. Data Sets can be cut, copied, or pasted from one folder to another.
To create a folder, do the following:
Select File New Folder. A new folder is added to the Data Set folder.
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New Folder in the Data Set Folder
Note:
The new folder is automatically given the name Folder (#). You can edit
the name directly or edit it later by right clicking on the folder name,
selecting Rename, and entering a new name.
Click off the folder or press the Enter button to exit the folder edit mode.
3.3.2
Creating a Comment List

The Comment List is a list of comments that correspond to a code letter from A through Z.
Each comment can be up to 16 alphanumeric characters long and a maximum of 26
comments can exist in a comment list.
Comments are used to add additional information to an ID number location or thickness
measurement location. Up to four comments can be stored at each location in the 36DL
PLUS datalogger. (Refer to the 36DL PLUS manual for more information about using
Comment Codes.)
To create a comment list, follow these steps:
1. Select File New Comment List. The New Comment List dialog box opens.
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New Comment List Dialog Box
2. Enter a name for the comment in the Name field.

3. Enter a description for the comment in the Description field.
4. Click the Use as Default check box to mark the Comment List as the default.
5. Enter a comment in the Text field. Comments are limited to 16 alphanumeric
characters and delimeters (- . / , : # *). If you exceed the character limit an error
message opens on screen preventing any further input.
6. Click the Add button to add the comment to the list.
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7. Click the Save button.

Note:
3.3.3
To retrieve saved comments, simply double click a file from the Comment
Lists directory in the WinPlus Explorer view.
Creating a Data Set

A Data Set is a grouping of Thickness Measurement Locations (TMLs) or ID numbers.
This list represents all the TMLs or ID numbers that are measured for a given tank, pipe,
pressure vessel, or piece of equipment. View data by double clicking the desired Data Set
once it is imported from the gage (See Importing and Exporting Data to Gages on page
77).
Survey files can be added to the Data Set and exported to the 26DL PLUS or the 36DL
PLUS. The gages datalogger follows the pre-programmed TML or ID number file
structure. WinPlus has eight standard Data Set formats:
Incremental
Sequential
Sequential with Custom Points
2D Grid
2D Grid with Custom Points
3D Grid
Boiler
Manual
(See Managing Data Set and Survey Operations on page 57 for more information.)
3.3.4
Creating a Database
A Database is a group of Folders, Data Sets, and Surveys that are stored in a specific
location similar to a Drive on a computer. A Database can be used to further organize data,
so only the Data Sets and Surveys for the open Database will be visible to the user.
To create a Database, follow these steps:
1. Select File New Database. The New Database dialog box opens.
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New Database Dialog Box
2. Enter a name for the new Database in the File Name field.
3. Click the Save button.
Click the Save in drop down list to select a directory for the new Database. To switch
between Databases, repeat step one and double click the desired Database.
3.3.5
Changing the View

You can change the way WinPlus displays its files and folders by clicking View from the
menu bar. Simply click Large Icons, Small Icons, List, or Details to change the view.
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Viewing Folders as a List
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Configuring Communication Parameters

To engage successful data transfer communications between WinPlus and the 26DL
PLUS or the 36DL PLUS, the communication parameters must match.
To setup the communication parameters (RS-232 Port), follow these steps:
1. Select Communication Comm Setup.The Gage Communication Setup dialog
box opens displaying the following default parameters:
Figure 12
Gage Communication Setup Dialog Box with Default Parameters
2. Click on any drop down list and select a different parameter.

3. Click the OK button to save new parameters.
Note:
3.3.7
The maximum baud rate for the 26DL PLUS is 9600. Communication
parameters can also be set from either the Export or Import Data dialog box
by clicking on the Settings button.
Using the Gage Snapshot

You can use the Gage Snapshot feature to capture exact representations of most 36DL
PLUS display screens.
To send a Screen Snapshot from the 36DL PLUS, follow these steps:
1. Select Communication Gage Snapshot. The Gage Snap Shot dialog box opens.
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Gage Snap Shot Dialog Box
Note:
The Snapshot function is designed to collect screen captures from the 36DL
PLUS and cannot be used to capture screen shots form the 26DL PLUS.
2. Click the Comm Setup button. The Gage Communication Setup dialog box opens.
If the Communication settings listed on the Snapshot screen do not match the settings
on the gage, then change the settings to match each other.
3. Click the Grab button. The Status field displays the prompt <2nd F>, <Send> on
the 36DL PLUS.
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Viewing the Status Field in the Gage Snap Shot Dialog Box
4. Press the 2ndF and SEND buttons on the 36DL PLUS to send the displayed gage
screen to the Interface Program.
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During the data transfer, WinPlus shows a progress bar indicating the transmission
progress. An actual Snapshot image is displayed in the Gage Snap Shot dialog box when
the transfer is complete. You can save these Snapshot files in WinPlus.
To save Snapshot files, follow these steps:
1. Click the Save button in the Gage Snap Shot dialog box after the snapshot is sent to
WinPlus. The Saves Snapshot dialog box opens.
2. Click the Save In drop down box to select the drive and directory where you wish to
save the Snapshot file.
3. Type a file name in the File Name field.
4. Click the OK button to save the Snapshot.
You can open Snapshot files after being saved in WinPlus.
To open a saved Snapshot file, follow these steps:
1. Click the Open button from the Gage Snap Shot dialog box. The Open Snapshot File
dialog box opens.
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Opening a Snapshot File
2. Click on the Look In drop down box to select the drive and directory where the file
resides that you want to open.
3. Enter the file name in the File Name field.
4. Click the OK button to launch the file.
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(*.WSS) files, as well as Version 1.00 Snapshot (*.PRN) Files.
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You can copy a Snapshot file to your computers clipboard if you have other uses for the
image. Snapshots can pasted in most Window application software programs.
To copy a Snapshot file, follow these steps:
1. Click the Copy button from the Gage Snap Shot dialog box to copy a Snapshot image to
the clipboard.
2. Press the Done button to exit and return to the main menu.
3.3.8
Editing Options
When you begin using WinPlus, you cannot automatically delete or edit files. This is a
security feature to ensure that Data Sets and Survey files are not accidentally deleted or
edited. You can disable this security feature by activating the Allow Edit Readings option
and the Allow Delete Items option.
To activate the Allow Edit Readings option, do the following:
Click Option Allow Edit Readings.
A check mark appears next to the option indicating that the function is active.
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Selecting the Allow Edit Readings Option
Note:
Once the program is closed the application defaults back to disabling the edit
mode.
To activate the Allow Delete Items option, do the following:

Click Option Allow Delete Items.
A check mark appears next to the option indicating that the function is active.
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Tip:
You can delete Folders, Data Sets, and Surveys when the Allow Delete
Items option is active by using the Delete button from the tool bar.
Note:
Once the program is closed the application defaults back to disabling the edit
mode.
Creating a Global Custom Header

You can create customized header information for a database by entering information in
the Global Custom Header dialog box.
To create a Global Custom Header, follow these steps:
1. Click a database from WinPlus.
2. Click Edit Custom Header. The Global Custom Header dialog box opens.
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If you choose the Custom Header option and do not have any Global
Custom Header information saved, default headers appears such as File
Name, File Type, File Description, etc.
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Global Custom Header Dialog Box with Default Headers
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3. Enter information in the following fields from the Global Custom Header dialog box:
Title field (max 100 characters): Enter information that you want to appear in the title
block. For example, enter your company name.
Label Name fields (max 20 characters): Enter information that you want to appear as
a header. For example, enter a header called "Location" or "Date".
Label Value fields (max 30 characters): Enter variable data that you want to appear
next to the corresponding header. For example, enter the location of the survey or the
date when you conducted the survey.
4. Click the View button to preview the layout of the header in the printed reports.
Label Name
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Label Value
Global Custom Header Layout in a Customized Report
5. Click the Save button to save the standard or customized information.
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Editing Global Custom Header Information
Note:
You can edit information at any time, or click the Reset button to reset the
details in the dialog box.
Creating a Custom Header

You can create customized header information for a survey in WinPlus by entering
information in the Custom Header dialog box.
To create Custom Header information, follow these steps:
1. Click a survey from WinPlus.
2. Select Edit Custom Header. The Custom Header dialog box opens.
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Custom Header or Custom Header information saved, default headers
appears such as File Name, File Type, File Description, etc.
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Custom Header Dialog Box with Default Headers
3. Enter information in the following fields from the Custom Header dialog box:
Title field (max 100 characters): Enter information that you want to appear in the title
block. For example, enter your company name.
Label Name fields (max 20 characters): Enter information that you want to appear as
a header. For example, enter a header called "Location" or "Date".
Label Value fields (max 30 characters): Enter variable data that you want to appear
next to the corresponding header. For example, enter the location of the survey or the
date when you conducted the survey.
4. Click the View button to preview the layout of the header in the printed reports.
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Label Value
Custom Header Layout in a Customized Report
5. Click the Save button to save the standard or customized information.
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Editing Custom Header Information for a Survey
Note:
You can edit information at any time, or click the Reset button to reset the
details in the dialog box.
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Changing Languages
You can choose one of four languages to use in WinPlus:
English
French
German
Japanese
To select a language, follow these steps:

1. Click Language from the menu bar.
2. Highlight a language to select and single click the item.
A check mark appears next to the selected language.
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Creating Data Sets

This chapter describes how to create Data Sets in WinPlus. When you are creating a Data
Set, you can either place it in an existing folder or a new folder. Decide where you want to
store the Data Set before you create it to help organize your files for quick and easy
information retrieval.
4.1
Creating an Incremental Data Set
Creating a Sequential Data Set
Creating a Sequential with Custom Points Data Set
Creating a 2D Grid Data Set
Creating a 2D Grid with Custom Points Data Set
Creating a Boiler Data Set
Creating a Manual Data Set

Create an Incremental Data Set when only the Starting ID number location is necessary. If
the Data Set is created in WinPlus and then downloaded to the gage, the Starting ID will
increment from that starting location entered in the program. The 36DL PLUS
automatically increments alphanumerically.
Note:
Incremental files should not be downloaded to the 26DL PLUS; instead

enter files from the 26DL PLUS keyboard. Refer to the 26DL PLUS
instruction manual for further details.
After entering a starting ID number (up to 16 alphanumeric characters), the gage will
automatically increment to the subsequent ID numbers using the standard incrementing
rules. Please refer to Section 6 of the 36DL PLUS manual for information on standard
incrementing rules.
To create an Incremental Data Set, follow these steps:
1. Select File New Data Set. The Generate New Data Set dialog box opens.
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directory.
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2. Enter a name for the Data Set in the Name field.

3. Enter a description in the Description field (optional.)
4. Select Incremental from the Data Set Type drop down list.
5. Select the Metric Units check box if you want to use metric units.
6. Enter a Start ID in the Point ID field.
7. Click the Generate IDs button to view the ID number created in the Point IDs display
box.
8. Click the Save button to save the Data Set.
4.2

A Sequential Data Set has a Starting and Ending ID number location. The Starting and
Ending Points must be chosen so the file can increment or decrement alphanumerically
from the Starting ID number to the Ending ID number. Both locations have the same
number of characters.
To create a Sequential Data Set, follow these steps:
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directory.
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4. Select Sequential from the Data Set Type drop down list.
Note:
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Begin entering your data:

1. Enter the Starting ID number in the Start ID field.
2. Enter the Ending ID number in the End ID field.
3. Enter the Step Number in the Step field. Selecting a Step Number determines the
amount a sequence increases alphanumerically.
4. Click on the Generate IDs button. The Point IDs display box displays the generated
IDs. Verify that the IDs have are correct. If the number of characters differ between
the Start and End IDs, than you will receive and error message until the number of
characters are the same in both fields.
Example:
Start ID number = ABC-123
End ID number = ABC-135
Step Number = 1
Resulting file contains the following list of ID numbers:
ABC-123
ABC-124
ABC-125
.
.
.
ABC-135
5. Click the Save button to save the Sequential Data Set file and add it to the selected
Data Set folder.
4.3

The Sequential with Custom Points Data Set has a Starting and Ending ID number plus a
series of customized points that you input. The resulting Data Set includes the Starting and
Ending Points, including all points in between. In addition, every sequential point is
assigned using each Custom Point.
To create a Sequential with Custom Points Data Set, follow these steps:
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4. Select the Sequential with Custom Points from the Data Set Type drop down list.
Note:
6. Enter the Starting ID number in the Start ID field.

7. Enter the Ending ID number in the End ID field.
8. Enter each Custom Points in the Custom Points field.
9. Click the Add button. A maximum of 20 Custom Points can be entered.
After you enter your data, select how you want WinPlus to display the results.
1. Select which parameter will increment first under the First By drop down list.
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increments the characters alphanumerically, while the ZigZag option alternates
between the column and row; incrementing then decrementing the characters, or vice
versa.
3. Enter the Step Number in the Step field. Selecting a Step Number determines the
amount a sequence increases alphanumerically.
4. Click on the Generate IDs button. The Point IDs display box displays the generated
IDs. Verify that the IDs correct.
Example: This example describes measurements along a pipe or tube where at each
ID number location the user wishes to take measurements at Top, Bottom, Left and
Right of the pipe.
Starting ID number =1267
Ending ID number =1393
Custom Points = -TOP
-BOTTOM
-LEFT
-RIGHT
Pattern =
Standard
Step =
Increment First By Custom Point

Resulting Data Set contain the following list of ID numbers:
1267-TOP
1267-BOTTOM
1267-LEFT
1267-RIGHT
1268-TOP
1268-BOTTOM
1268-LEFT
.
.
.
1393-RIGHT
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5. Click the Save button to save your Sequential Data Set and add it to the selected Data
folder.
Note:
4.4
The maximum length for each Custom Point depends on the ID number
length defined in the starting and ending ID number fields. The total length
of the ID number plus the Prefix and Custom Points cannot exceed 16
characters. For example, if the Starting and Ending ID numbers are seven (7)
characters long, as shown in the example above, the maximum length for
each Custom Point is nine (16-7=9).

A two-dimensional grid is a sequence of ID numbers arranged to describe the intersections
of two dimensions (rows and columns).
To create a 2D Grid Data Set, follow these steps:
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4. Select the 2D Grid from the Data Set Type drop down list.
Note:
6. Enter the starting column in the Start Column field.

7. Enter the ending column in the End Column field.
8. Enter the starting row in the Start Row field.
9. Enter the ending row in the End Row field.
versa.
3. Click the Generate IDs button. The Point IDs display box displays the generated IDs.
Verify that the IDs are correct.
Example:
Start Column = A
End Column = F
Start Row = 1
End Row = 4
Pattern = Standard
Increment = By Row
Resulting Data Set would contain the following list of ID numbers:
A1
A1
A1
A2
.
.
.
A4
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B1
.
.
.
F4
4. Click the Save button to save your 2D Data Set and add it to the selected Data Set
folder.
4.5

A two-dimensional grid is a sequence of ID numbers arranged to describe the intersections
of two dimensions (columns and rows). Custom Points allow the assignment of multiple
readings per grid ID number.
To create a 2D Grid with Custom Points Data Set, follow these steps:
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4. Select the 2D Grid with Custom Point from the Data Set type drop down list.
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5. Enter each Custom Points in the Custom Points field.
6. Click the ADD button. A maximum of 20 Custom Points can be entered.
versa.
Example:
Start Column = A
Start Row = 01
End Column = J
End Row = 17
Pattern = Standard
Increment First by Custom Point
Increment Second by Row
Custom Points = LEFT
CENTER
RIGHT
A01LEFT
A01CENTER
A01RIGHT
A02LEFT
.
.
.
J17RIGHT
4. Click the Save button to save your 2D Grid with Custom Point Data Set Data Set and
add it to the selected Data Set folder.
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A 3-D matrix grid is a sequence of multi-part ID numbers arranged to describe a path
through a three-dimensional matrix. Each part of the ID number corresponds to a
particular matrix dimension, such as columns, rows, and points.
A three-dimensional grid structure may associate two dimensions of the grid (e.g., the
columns and rows) with the X, Y coordinates, while the third dimension is normally
associated with multiple readings (points) per X, Y coordinates.
To create a 3D Grid Data Set, follow these steps:
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4. Select the 3D Grid from the Data Set Type drop down list.
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5. Enter the starting point in the Start Point field.
6. Enter the ending point in the End Point field.
versa.
Example:
Start Column = A
End Column = F
Start Row = 1
End Row = 4
Start Point = X
End Point = Z
Pattern = Standard
Increment Second by Row
A1X
A1Y
A1Z
.
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4. Click the Save button to save your 3D Grid Data Set and add it to the selected Data Set
folder.
4.7

A Boiler Data Set is a special template designed specifically for boiler applications. These
applications are unique due to commonly used naming conventions for the ID numbers
thickness measurement locations.
A common method for identifying a thickness measuring location is by a threedimensional approach. The first dimension is Elevation, referring to the physical
distance from the bottom to the top of the boiler. The second dimension is Tube
Number, referring to the number of boiler tubes to be inspected. The third dimension is
the Custom Point (left, center, and right), referring to the actual thickness reading
location at the specified elevation on a specified tube. When these three dimensions are
combined, a single ID number is formed to identify the exact location of each thickness
reading.
To create a Boiler Data Set, follow these steps:
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4. Select the Boiler from the Data Set Type drop down list.
Note:

1. Enter the starting tube in the Start Tube field.
2. Enter the ending tube in the End Tube field.
3. Enter each Custom Point in the Custom Points field.
4. Click the Add button. A maximum of 20 Custom Points can be entered.
5. Enter each custom Elevation in the Elevations field.
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6. Click the Add button. A maximum of 30 Elevations can be entered.

2. Select increment pattern as either Standard or ZigZag from the Pattern drop down list
(with the ZigZag option, the Tube, Elevation, or Point will alternate incrementing then
decrementing or visa versa).
Example:
Start Tube = 01
End Tube = 73
Pattern = Standard
Increment Second by Tube number
Elevations = 10ft, 20ft, 45ft, 100ft
Custom Points = L, C, R (L=left, C=center, R=right)
Resulting Data Set contains the following list of ID numbers:
10ft-01L
10ft-01C
10ft-01R
10ft-02L
.
.
.
10ft-73R
20ft-01L
.
.
.
100ft-73R
4. Click the Save button to save your Boiler Data Set and add it to the selected Data Set
folder.
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4.8

A manual sequence is a custom list of ID number locations that do not have any standard
repeating pattern. A manual sequence lets you build a list of ID numbers by entering each
ID number point in the Data Set.
To create a Manual Data Set, follow these steps:
Note:
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4. Select Manual from the Data Set Type drop down list.
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6. Enter each Custom Point in the Custom Points field.

7. Click the Add button. The ID number will be a combination of Prefix and ID number.
Example:
PIPE -10FT-A
PIPE -10FT-B
PIPE -10FT-C
PIPE -10FT-D
PIPE -17FT-A
PIPE -17FT-B
ELBOW-1-A
ELBOW-1-B
ELBOW-1-C
PIPE -25FT-A
PIPE -25FT-B
PIPE -25FT-C
PIPE -25FT-D
PIPE -36.5FT-A
PIPE -36.5FT-B
PIPE -36.5FT-C
PIPE -36.5FT-D
TJOINT-1- A
TJOINT-1- B
TJOINT-1- C
TJOINT-1- D
.
.
.
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9. Click the Save button to save your Manual Data Set and add it to the selected Data Set
folder.
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Managing Data Set and Survey

Operations
This chapter describes how to create manage Data Set files and Survey operations.
5.1
Opening/Viewing a Data Set File
Using the Color-Coded Grid
Editing Files
Viewing Statistics
Opening/Viewing a Data Set File

A Data Set is a set of Thickness Measurement Locations (TMLs) or ID numbers. Each
time a Survey file is imported or uploaded to the WinPlus Program it must be associated
with a Data Set. When opening or viewing a Data Set all the associated Survey thickness
data with corresponding inspection dates will be visible.
To open a Data Set file, follow these steps:
1. Double click a Data Set Folder in the WinPlus Directory.
Surveys associated with Data Set

Data Set
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2. Double click a Data Set. The Data Set Summary dialog box opens.
Tip:
You can view all TMLs from the survey/surveys that reside in that Data Set.
TMLs or ID numbers are listed in the in Data Points display box. The
thickness readings for the different Surveys are displayed in the Readings
display box along with the inspection date.
Figure 33
Data Set Summary Dialog Box
3. Click a TML or ID number listed in the Data Points display box to view a different
readings.
4. Click a different Survey reading in the Readings display box to view the associated
waveform.
5. Click the OK button to close the Data Set Summary dialog box.
5.1.1
Open/View a Survey File

A Survey represents a single inspection within a Data Set. Individual Survey files are sent
to and from the computer to the 36DL PLUS and the 26DL PLUS.
To open a Survey file, follow these steps:
1. Double click a Survey listed in the right display window of WinPlus.
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Example of WinPlus Data Set Files and Surveys
The Survey Summary dialog box opens.
TML
or ID
Number
List
Comments
Setup Information
Waveform for Highlighted Reading
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The thickness measurement table is displayed in the top list box. The Survey
comments displays the Comment List and gage setup table displays the calibration
information. (To view a different TML or ID number click on the desired item, use the
vertical scroll bar or the down arrow key.) The highlighted TML or ID number always
displays any associated waveform.
2. Click the OK button to close the Survey view.
5.1.2
View a File in Grid Format

You can view thickness data that is saved using one of the grid formats, such as Sequential
with Custom Point, 2D Grid, 2D Grid with Custom Point, 3D Grid, and Boiler.
Note:
The WinPlus Program also offers an option to color-code the grid

presentation. Please contact Panametrics-NDTTM for information about
ordering this option.
To view a file in grid format, follow these steps:

1. Double click a Survey from the explorer view to open a Grid Format Survey file.
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Survey Summary Dialog Box
2. Click the Grid button on the Survey Summary dialog box. The Survey Data Grid view
opens in a fully compressed form.
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Survey Data Grid Screen
3. Click the right mouse key outside of the Color Legend box on the Survey Data Grid.
4. Choose the Zoom option. If the Grid Survey is larger than the viewing area, use the
horizontal and vertical scroll bars to change the viewing area.
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Selecting Zoom from the Survey Data Grid Screen
Continue with the following steps:

1. Click the right mouse button again to change the viewing options of the grid display.
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Changing the Viewing Options of the Grid Display
a. Select Reverse Rows, Reverse Columns, or Transpose Grid to reorganizes

the grid data.
b. Select Show Min., Show Max., Show Average, or Show All depending how
you want to display the Point Data for a three-dimensional Survey file format.
In the example below, the first grid displays all the data.
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Survey Data Grid Screen Displaying All Data

In this second example, the grid displays the minimum thickness of the
multiple point.
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Survey Data Grid Screen Displaying Minimum Thickness Data
2. Click the Update button to activate any changes.

3. Clicking the Export button. The Save As dialog box opens, which allows you to
export the Grid Survey as a common separated text file in grid form. This file can be
imported into most spread sheet programs.
Figure 42
Saving a Grid Survey
4. Click on the Save In drop down list to select a directory where you want the exported
file saved.
5. Enter a file name in the File Name field.
6. Click the Save button to save the file and return to the Survey Grid Data screen.
5.1.3
Print Displayed Survey Data Grid

The Print function lets you print the current displayed Survey Data Grid.
To print a Survey Data Grid, follow these steps:
1. Select either the Standard or Custom radio button.
2. Click the Print button while viewing a Survey Data Grid. The Print Preview dialog
box opens.
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Print Preview Dialog Box
3. Use the horizontal slew bar to show the range of columns the user wishes to print.
4. Click the Printer button to print, or the Stop button to cancel the printing or exit the
dialog box.
5.2
Using the Color-Coded Grid

The Color-Coded Grid is an option for WinPlus that allows the user to assign colors to a
range of thickness readings. You can view the colors when Survey Data is in a grid format.
Note:
5.2.1
The Color-Coded Grid is a paid option that requires a License Name and
Validation Code in order to access this feature. Please contact PanametricsNDT TM or your local Panametrics-NDT Representative for details about
purchasing this option.
User License Installation

To enter the User License, follow these steps:
1. Select Help User License. The License Validation dialog box opens.
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The License Validation Dialog Box
2. Enter the User Name, provided by Panametrics-NDTTM, in the License Name field.
This is case sensitive and the fields must be entered exactly.
3. Enter the Validation Code, provided by Panametrics-NDT, in the Validation Code
field. This is case sensitive and the fields must be entered exactly.
4. Click the OK button. If an error was made entering the data, a message box opens.
Figure 45
License Validation Error Message
5. Click the OK button and re-enter the information.
5.2.2
Viewing Color-Coded Survey Grid Data

After the Color-Coded Grid option is activate, you can view color-coded Survey Grid
Data.
To view color-coded Survey Grid Data, follow these steps:
1. Click the Grid button while viewing a grid format Survey file.
An error message box opens if color ranges have not been previously entered for the
Survey. The color ranges entered for one Survey are applied to all Surveys belonging
to the same Data Set.
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Color Range Error Message Box
2. Click the OK button. The Survey Data Grid screen opens.
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Viewing the Survey Data Grid screen
3. Click the first color range.
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Entering a Color Range
4. Enter the beginning limit of the next color range.

5. Press the Tab key. A minimum of two color ranges must be entered. A maximum of
seven ranges can be defined.
6. Click the Update button to apply the colors to the grid data.
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Custom Defining Background and Text Colors

You can change the background and text colors of the color grid from the default colors.
To change the background and text colors, follow these steps:
1. Move the mouse cursor over the color legend that you wish to edit.
2. Click the right mouse button and choose either to change Background (Color) or
Foreground (Text Color).
3. Use Windows standard color palette to select standard colors or create custom colors.
4. Click the Update button to apply the changes.
5.3
Editing Files
WinPlus is a Database program; therefore all changes made to a file are immediate and
permanent. Due to this structure, Panametrics-NDT added safeguards to the program that
prevent data from being accidentally changed or deleted. These protective features allow
the user to edit data files and make desirable changes only when the Allow Edit Readings
and Allow Delete Items are activated, however, by default both functions are turned off.
5.3.1
Activate the Editing Function

To allow editing, follow these steps:
1. Close all files.
2. Select Options Allow Edit Readings.
A check mark appears next to the option indicating that the editing function is active.
However, once the program is closed the application defaults back to disabling the
edit mode.
5.3.2
Editing a Data Set File

Once the editing option is active, you can begin editing a Data Set file.
To edit a Data Set file, follow these steps:
1. Double click a Data Set in the directory tree to open the selection. The Data Set
Summary dialog box opens.
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Viewing the Data Set Summary Dialog Box
2. Click the TML or ID number in the Data Points display box to edit a measurement.
3. Double click a thickness in the Readings display box to edit a reading. The Edit
Reading Details dialog box opens.
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Editing a Thickness Reading for a Data Set File
4. Edit information in the Point ID, Thickness, or Units fields.
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5. Click a comment from the Reading Comments field that you want to change. The
Comment Edit Box opens where you can select a different comment from the drop
down list.
Note:
You cannot enter a new comment, but a different comment may be selected
from the drop down list.
6. Click the OK button to return to the Data Summary dialog box.

Note:
5.3.3
When a thickness value is edited the Waveform, Flags and Setup

Information will be removed. The actual ID number location for any grid
type Data Set file should not be edited because it will effect the file structure.
Grid type Data Set files include: Sequential with Custom Point, 2D Grid, 2D
Grid with Custom Point, 3D Grid, and Boiler.
Editing a Survey File

Once the editing option is active (See Activate the Editing Function on page 69), you can
begin editing a Survey file.
To edit a Survey file, follow these steps:
1. Double click a Survey in the right display window of WinPlus. The Survey Summary
dialog box opens.
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2. Double click the TML or ID number in the Data Points column in the Survey
Reading display box to edit a measurement. The Edit Reading Details dialog box
opens.
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Editing a Thickness Reading for a Survey File
3. Edit information in the Point ID, Thickness, or Units fields.

4. Click a comment from the Reading Comments field that you want to change. The
Comment Edit Box opens where you can select a different comment from the drop
down list.
Note:
You cannot enter a new comment, but a different comment may be selected
from the drop down list.
5. Click the OK button to return to the Survey Summary dialog box.

Note:
5.3.4
When a thickness value is edited the Waveform, Flags and Setup

Information will be removed. The actual ID number location for any grid
type Data Set file should not be edited because it will effect the file structure.
Grid type Data Set files include: Sequential with Custom Point, 2D Grid, 2D
Grid with Custom Point, 3D Grid, and Boiler.
Editing a Survey File Header

Once the editing option is active (See Activate the Editing Function on page 69), you can
begin editing a Survey file header.
To edit a Survey file header, follow these steps:
1. Double click a Survey File in the right display window of WinPlus. The Survey
Summary dialog box opens.
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Viewing the Survey Summary Dialog Box
2. Double click anywhere in the Survey Properties field. The Survey Properties (header
information) dialog box opens.
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Editing Survey File Header Information
3. Edit the properties/header information from the Survey Name, Survey Description,
Inspector, or Location fields.
4. Click the Save button to save any changes.
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5.4
Viewing Statistics
The View Statistics function allows the user to view special statistical reports for a chosen
Survey file. The report choices are:
Statistics Report
Maximum Report
Minimum Report
Low Alarm Report
High Alarm Report
LOS (Loss of Signal) Report (Empty ID number location)
To view the Statistical Reports, follow these steps:

1. Select a Survey from the WinPlus.
2. Select View Statistics. The Statistics Units Selection dialog box opens.
Figure 56
Statistics Units Selection Dialog Box
3. Select either the Active ID numbers or All ID numbers radio button from the Select
ID Set area.
Active ID Numbers: Only the Active ID number locations that are selected will be
used in the reports. Only one thickness measurement can be active at a given ID
number location.
All ID Numbers: All ID numbers will be used in the reports including any multiple ID
numbers that may have been created by merging files from multiple gages.
4. Select either the Inch or Metric units radio button.
5. Click the OK button. The Report dialog box opens.
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Viewing the Report Dialog Box
6. Use the tabs listed on across the top of the dialog box to select different report screens.
(See Printing a Report on page 93.)
7. Click the OK button to exit the Report dialog box.
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Importing and Exporting Data to Gages

This chapter describes how to import and export data using the WinPlus Interface
Program and the 26DL PLUS and the 36DL PLUS ultrasonic thickness gages.
You can import Survey Files from the 26DL PLUS and the 36DL PLUS to WinPlus by
connecting an RS-232 interface cable from the computers serial port to either gage. This
connection not only allows you to collect files, but also to export previously collected
file(s) that were created in WinPlus to either the 36DL PLUS or 26DL PLUS.
Note:
Data transfer is slightly different between the two gages. Please refer to
Section 7.1 about importing and exporting methods for the 36DL PLUS, and
section 7.2 for the 26DL PLUS.
6.1
Importing and Exporting Using the 36DL PLUS
Managing File Formats

Communications connectivity is the same for both importing and exporting on the 36DL
PLUS.
To connect the 36DL PLUS to WinPlus, follow these steps:
1. Connect the 36DL PLUS to the supplied RS-232 cable.
2. Plug the cable into an available serial port on the back of your computer.
3. Match WinPlus communication parameters to the 36DL PLUS (see 36DL PLUS
manual for instructions on changing communication parameters).
The default communication parameters for the 36DL PLUS are as follows:
6.1.1
Baud Rate: 19200
Parity: None
Data Bits: 8
Stop Bit: 1
Importing Data from the 36DL PLUS

To import data from the 36DL PLUS, follow these steps:
1. Select Communication Import Data. The Import Data dialog box opens.
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Import Data Dialog Box
2. Select the Gage radio button from the Import From area.
3. Select 36DL PLUS from the drop down list.
Note:
Click the Setup button to change the communication settings if necessary.

The settings for the 36DL PLUS and WinPlus must match.
4. Click the Import button. The Import from Gage dialog box opens.
Figure 59
Importing files from the 36DL PLUS
5. Click the Upload Gage Directory button. The files that are currently stored in the
gage are displayed on the 36DL PLUS Directory box.
6. Choose the files that you want to upload by selecting one file at a time, or holding
down the Shift key while selecting multiple files from the 36DL PLUS directory box.
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7. Double click the Data Set and Survey where you want the imported file to reside.
a. If a destination Survey does not exist, select the Data Set, then click on the New
Survey button to create a destination Survey for the imported file.
b. If a destination Data Set does not exist, select the destination folder and when the
data is uploaded, the program will automatically create a Data Set and Survey for the
imported file with the same name.
8. Click the Upload button. The Communication Status box indicates that the file is
uploading.
When the files are finished uploading, the word Ready is displayed in the Immediate
field of the Communication Status box.
Note:
6.1.2
The WinPlus Program allows the user to export large Survey files to multiple
gages from the 36DL PLUS. This allows more than one user to collect data
for a single Survey file. To merge these files, simply import the same files
from different gages to the Survey multiple times. Empty ID locations will
not be added nor will they replace existing thickness data. Multiple NowEmpty readings can exist in a Survey with only one being active. The user
can edit to select the active reading.
Exporting Data to the 36DL PLUS

To export data to the 36DL PLUS, follow these steps:
1. Select Communication Export Data. The Export Data dialog box opens.
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Export Data Dialog Box
2. Select the Gage radio button from the Export To area.

3. Select 36DL PLUS from the drop down list.
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Exporting Data to the 36DL PLUS
From the Export To Gage dialog box, continue following these steps:
1. Click the Update Gage Directory button. The files that are currently stored in the
gage are displayed on the 36DL PLUS Directory box.
2. Select a Survey to be exported to the 36DL PLUS.
If a Survey does not exist, click the Data Set. Click the New Survey button to create a
survey file to be exported to the gage.
3. Click the Download button.
4. Click the Batch Transfer button to send multiple Survey files to the 36DL PLUS.
The Batch File Download dialog box opens.
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Sending Multiple Survey Files
5. Click the Survey and move it to the Batch File List by clicking the [>] button.
Tip:
A Survey file can be removed from the Batch File List by selecting the file
and clicking the [<] button.
6. Click the OK button to initiate a Batch file export to the 36DL PLUS. The file export
applies to all Survey files in the Batch File List.
6.2

Communications connectivity is the same for both importing and exporting on the 26DL
PLUS.
To connect the 26DL PLUS to WinPlus, follow these steps:
1. Connect the 26DL PLUS to the supplied RS-232 cable.
2. Plug the cable in to an open serial port on the back of your computer.
3. Match WinPlus communication parameters to the 26DL PLUS (see 26DL PLUS
manual for instructions on changing communication parameters).
The default communication parameters for the 26DL PLUS are as follows:
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6.2.1
Importing Data from the 26DL PLUS

To import data from the 26DL PLUS, follow these steps:
1. Select Communication Import Data. The Select Gage dialog box opens.
2. Click the Import from Gage radio button.
3. Select the 26DL PLUS-16 or 26DL PLUS-12 from the drop down list. Your selection
depends whether you are collecting data from a 16 Character 26DL PLUS or a 12
Character 26DL PLUS.
Note:

4. Click the Import button. The Import from Gage dialog box opens.
5. Click on the Destination Data Set and Survey for the 26DL PLUS File.
a) If a destination Survey does not exist, select the Data Set and click the New Survey
button to create a destination Survey for the imported file.
b) If a destination Data Set does not exist in the Import from Gage dialog box then
create a new Data Set and Survey to receive the imported 26DL PLUS file.
6. Click the Upload button. The Import Range message box opens.
Figure 63
Import Range Message Box
7. Click the Yes button and the program automatically imports all thickness readings
from the 26DL PLUS.
When the files are finished uploading, the word Ready is displayed in the Immediate
field of the Communication Status box.
Click the No button and the program waits for the user to initiate a range to send from
the 26DL PLUS. (For information about sending a range of thickness reading from a
26DL PLUS refer to the 26DL PLUS manual.)
Note:
6.2.2
The upload range is used to upload only a portion of the data stored on the
26DL PLUS (sending one of several files).
Export a Single Survey to the 26DL PLUS

To export a single survey to the 26DL PLUS, follow these steps:
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Export Data Dialog Box
2. Click the Gage radio button.

3. Select the 26DL PLUS-16 or 26DL PLUS-12 from the drop down box. Your selection
depends whether you are sending data to a 16 Character 26DL PLUS or a 12 Character
26DL PLUS.
4. Click the Export button. The Export To Gage dialog box opens.
Figure 65
Exporting a Survey to the 26DL PLUS
From the Export To Gage dialog box, continue following these steps:
1. Select a Data Set in the Download Section.
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2. Click a Survey to be exported to the 26DL PLUS.

If a Survey does not exist then select a Data Set and click the New Survey button to
create a new Survey for the Data Set. The Survey Properties dialog box opens.
3. Enter the survey name (limited to eight characters) in the Survey Name field
(required).
Note:
Select a comment code from the Associated Comment List, which will be
attached to the Survey file.
4. Enter a survey description in the Survey Description field (optional).

5. Enter an inspector name in the Inspector field (optional).
6. Enter a location in the Location field (optional).
7. Click the Save button to save the Survey.
8. Select a Survey to export to the 26DL PLUS.
9. Click the Download button to download the Survey.
A message box opens prompting you to send the Comment List to the gage. Select Yes
to export the Comment List and overwrite the current lists on the gage. Select No to
exit the function, and leave the list unchanged.
6.2.3
Export Multiple Surveys to the 26DL PLUS

To export multiple surveys to the 26DL PLUS, follow these steps:
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Export Data Dialog Box.
2. Click the Gage radio button.

3. Click the Gage drop down box and select the 26DL PLUS-16 or 26DL PLUS-12
depending whether you are sending data to a 16 Character 26DL PLUS or a 12
Character 26DL PLUS.
4. Click the Export button. The Export to Gage dialog box opens.
Figure 67
Exporting Multiple Surveys to the 26DL PLUS
5. Click the Merge Surveys button. The Merged File Download dialog box opens.
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Note:
All the Surveys that you want to merge must exist prior to clicking the
Merge Surveys button.
Figure 68
Merging Surveys
6. Highlight a Survey from the Survey Selection box and use the [>] button to move it to
the Survey to Merge box.
Use the [<] button to remove a Survey from the Survey to Merge box.
Tip:
Surveys are merged in the order they appear in the Surveys to Merge list.
7. Click the OK button once all the Surveys have been selected to send the merged
Surveys to the 26DL PLUS.
6.3
Managing File Formats

The Import Files function lets you import files from several different sources to WinPlus.
Use this function to import files from earlier versions of WinPlus. Listed below are the
types of file structures that can be imported into WinPlus Version 3.2:
Version 2.0 (*.MDB) WinPlus Database files
Version 1.0 (*.PDB) WinPlus Database files
Use this function to import Panametrics-NDTTM Database files (*.PDB) from earlier
versions of WinPlus. The program creates a new Data Set in the selected folder and create
a survey that contains the imported survey file.
Version 1.0 (*.PRJ) WinPlus Project files
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Use this function to import Panametrics-NDTTM Project list (*.PRJ) from earlier WinPlus
versions. This function imports an entire project from earlier WinPlus versions and
produces a folder with the project name, in addition to creating separate Data Sets and
Surveys for all the files within the imported project.
26DL PLUS Gage Files (*.Txt)
The current WinPlus program is able to import a 26DL PLUS .Txt format file into a
selected folder. A new Data Set and Survey are also created for the imported file. (See
section 7.3.1 for more information.)
6.3.1
Importing Data Files

To import data files, follow these steps:
1. Select an existing or newly created folder in the main directory so imported files are
saved there.
2. Select Communication Import Data. The Import Data dialog box opens.
Figure 69
Importing a File from the Import Data Dialog Box
3. Select the File radio button.

4. Click the Browse button. The Import from File dialog box opens.
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Selecting a File to Import
5. Click the Look In drop down box and select the drive and directory where you want
the file(s) to reside.
6. Select a file type from the Files of Type drop down box.
7. Select a file to import and click the Open button. The Import Data dialog box reopens with the selected file in the file name box.
Figure 71
Import Data Dialog Box Displaying a File Name
8. Click the Import button to import the file.
6.3.2
Exporting a File Format to the 26DL PLUS

The Export to Gage Files function is used to convert WinPlus (*.PDB) files to ASCII
(.Txt) text files. This file is in a table format and is the same format as the 26DL PLUS
(.Txt) output files. You can open these files easily in most common word-processing
software programs, as well as other programs that can read ASCII files or 26DL PLUS
output files.
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To export a file format to the 26DL PLUS, follow these steps:

1. Select a Survey in the explorer view screen that you want to export.
Figure 72
Exporting a File to the 26 DL PLUS
3. Select the File radio button.

4. Click the Browse button. The Export to File dialog box opens.
Figure 73
Selecting a File to Export
5. Click the Save In drop down box to select the directory for the file. Select the
appropriate file format: F1 with Waveforms, or F2 without Waveforms.
6. Enter the file name in the File Name field.
7. Click the Save button to return to the Export Data dialog box displaying the file name.
8. Click the Export button to export the file.
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Printing Reports and Exporting

Data to Programs
This chapter describes how to print several different reports, such as Thickness
Measurements with Waveforms, Thickness Measurements Only, Survey Comment List,
Gage Setup Report, Advanced Reports (not functional, reserved for future enhancement),
and User Custom Reports
7.1
Choosing Report Options
Printing a Report
Printing from the Print Preview Screen
Configuring a Landscape Print Setup
Exporting Data from Print Preview
Exporting Data from Export Utility
Viewing Properties
Choosing Report Options

There are several reports that you can print from WinPlus. The table below describes each
report option available.
Report Option
Description
WinPlus Thickness
Measurements with
Waveforms
This report prints TML or ID number locations and

associated thickness values for the selected Survey in
addition to the associated waveform.
The format includes two Waveforms per page with ID
number locations, thickness values, and measurement
flags.
WinPlus Thickness
Measurements Only
This report prints TML or ID number locations and

associated thickness values for the selected Survey. The
format is tabular displaying ID number locations,
thickness values, units, setup numbers, and measurement
flags.
WinPlus Survey
Comment List
This report prints the comment table associated with the

selected Survey file
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Description
WinPlus Gage Setup

Report
This report prints the setup table including the following:
Setup Number
Calibrated Velocity
Differential
Alarms Set Points
Blank Settings
Units
Transducer Type
Gain Setting
WinPlus Statistics
Report
This report prints the statistics associated with the selected

Survey file.
WinPlus Maximum
Report
This report prints the maximum thickness values

associated with the selected Survey file.
WinPlus Minimum
Report
This report prints the minimum thickness values

associated with the selected Survey file.
WinPlus Low Alarm

Report
This report prints the low alarm values associated with the
selected Survey file.
WinPlus High Alarm

Report
This report prints the high alarm values associated with the
WinPlus LOS Report
This report prints the LOS values associated with the

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Report Options (Continued)
These report options are located in the WinPlus Report Manager dialog box. (See Printing
a Report on page 93.)
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7.2
Selecting a Report Option
Printing a Report
To print a report, follow these steps:
1. Single click to highlight a Survey from WinPlus.
2. Select File Print. The WinPlus Report Manger dialog box opens.
Figure 75
Selecting a Report to Print
3. Select either the All ID Numbers or Active ID Numbers Only radio button next to
the Available Reports field.
All ID Numbers: prints all ID number locations including any multiple ID numbers
that were created by merging files from multiple gages.
Active ID Numbers Only: prints only the ID number locations that were selected as
active. Only one thickness measurement can be active at a given ID number location.
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4. Select the MM Unit check box if you want the report in metric units.
5. Select the Standard or Custom radio button.
6. Click a print report. For example, choosing WinPlus Thickness Measurements
Only produces a report with just thickness measurements and no waveforms.
7. Click the Printer button.
8. Click the All radio button to print all the pages in the report, or click the Pages radio
and select a range of pages to print in the From/To fields.
9. Click the OK button to print.
7.2.1
Printing from the Print Preview Screen

To preview a report before printing, follow these steps:
1. Select a Survey from WinPlus.
2. Select File Print. The WinPlus Report Manger dialog box opens.
Figure 76
Selecting a Report to Preview
3. Select either the All ID Numbers or Active ID Numbers Only radio button next to
the Available Reports field.
All ID Numbers: prints all ID number locations including any multiple ID numbers
Active ID Numbers Only: prints only the ID number locations that were selected as
4. Select the MM Unit check box if you want the report in metric units.
5. Select the Standard or Custom radio button.
6. Click a print report. For example, choosing WinPlus Thickness Measurements
Only produces a report with just thickness measurements and no waveforms.
7. Click the Print Preview button. A preview screen opens.
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Previewing a Report
Tip:
Use the [<] and [>] buttons to move to different pages of a multi page report,
or click the Stop icon to close the print preview.
8. Click the Printer icon to display the Print dialog box.
Figure 78
Printing a Report
9. Click the All radio button to print all the pages in the report, or click the Pages radio
and select a range of pages to print in the From/To fields.
10. Click the OK button.
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Print Setup
You can print reports as a Portrait (vertical) or Landscape (horizontal) orientation.
To setup print options, follow these steps:
1. Select File Print Setup.
2. Select either the Portrait or Landscape radio button.
7.4
Exporting Data from Export Utility

You can also export Survey files into common software programs through the Export
Utility feature. The following is a list of output formats:
Text Format
DIF Format
Tab Separated Text
Excel 2.1
Excel 3.0
Excel 4.0
Lotus 123 Works 1.0
Lotus 123 Works 3.0
Lotus 123 Works 5.0
Rich Text Format
Windows Word Format
HTML 3.0 Format
Internet Explorer Format
Netscape Format
The most common format is Excel 4.0 and is the recommended format to import into most
spreadsheet programs.
To Export a Survey File from the Export Utility, follow these steps:
1. Select a Survey from WinPlus.
2. Select File Export.
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Selecting All ID Numbers or Active ID Numbers Only
3. Select either the All ID Numbers or Active ID Numbers Only radio button.
All ID Numbers: exports all ID number locations including any multiple ID numbers
Active ID Numbers Only: exports only the ID number locations that were selected as
4. Click the Export button.
5. Select the type of export.
6. Select or create a location to store exported files from the Choose Export File dialog
box.
7. Click the Save button to save the file.
7.5
Viewing Properties
The View Properties feature allows the user to select a Data Set or Survey and view the
current parameter settings.
7.5.1
View Data Set Properties

To view Data Set Properties, follow these steps:
1. Select the Data Set that you want to view.
2. Select View Properties. The Data Set Properties dialog box opens displaying all
stored Data Set parameters.
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7.5.2
Viewing Data Set Properties
View Survey Properties

To view Survey Properties, follow these steps:
1. Select the Survey that you want to view.
2. Select View Properties. The Survey Properties dialog box opens displaying all
Survey header information.
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Getting Help
This chapter describes how to get help when using WinPlus.
8.1
Contents
Search for Help
About WinPlus
Contents
The Contents option contains an electronic version of the 36DL PLUS manual. The
Contents dialog box displays all of the chapters in the manuals Table of Contents.
To display the Help Contents, follow these steps:
1. Click Help Contents. The Help window opens.
2. Click any of the chapters in the dialog box to view a particular section and the
appropriate chapter will appear.
3. Click the Back button.
4. Click the Print button to print a section in the dialog box.
8.2
Search for Help

There are three types of search options from Search for Help: (1) conduct a keyword
search; (2) select a word from the search list; and (3) select a phrase from the topic list.
To conduct a Help search, follow these steps:
1. Click the Help Topics button from the Help window.
2. Click the Find tab.
3. Enter the word or words in the first field.
a. If the word is found, it will appear in the word search list (second field), or the topic
list (third field). The lower left display of the dialog box, shows how many topics were
found containing the word entered.
b. If no word or topics are found, the second and third fields will be empty and the
lower display will say "0 Topics Found".
4. Click the Display button.
The Help system opens displaying the word or topic that you selected along with a
detailed description or definition.
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8.2.1
Special Search
To conduct a special search, follow these steps:
3. Click the Rebuild button from the Search for Help drop down menu to conduct a
customized search for words and phrases instead of the pre-set categories .
4. Follow the directions in the Find Setup Wizard.
8.2.2
Search Parameters
To search for specific parameters, follow these steps:
3. Click the Options button. The Find Options dialog box opens, which lets you choose
different parameters to assist in finding various words and phrases.
4. Click the Files button to select a specific file(s) to search.
8.3
User License
1. Select Help User License. The License Validation dialog box opens.
Figure 82
The License Validation Dialog Box
2. Enter the User Name in the License Name text box. This is case sensitive and the
fields must be entered exactly.
3. Enter the Validation Code, provided by Panametrics-NDTTM, in the Validation Code
text box. This is case sensitive and the fields must be entered exactly.
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4. Click the OK button. If an error was made entering the data, a message box opens.
Figure 83
License Validation Error Message
5. Click the OK button and re-enter the information.
8.4
About WinPlus
The About WinPlus function shows the current versions of the WinPlus components and
System Information. This is an informational window only.
Figure 84
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Index
Numerics
26DL PLUS
default parameters 31, 83
exporting a single survey 8486
exporting multiple surveys 8688
importing data 84
2D Grid 28
2D Grid Data Set 28, 4749
2D Grid with Custom Points 28
2D Grid with Custom Points
Data Set 28, 4951
36DL PLUS
copying snapshot files 34
default parameters 31, 79
exporting data 8183
importing data 7981
opening a saved snapshot 33
saving snapshot files 33
sending snapshot files 31
3D Grid 28
3D Grid Data Set 28, 5254
A
Allow Delete Items 34
Allow Edit Readings 34
B
Boiler Data Set 28, 5456
C
Color coded grid 62, 67
custom defining background and
text colors 71
user license installation 6768
viewing survey grid data 6870
Comment List
creating 26
definition 23
Communication parameters 31
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Custom Header
creating 3739
editing 39
label name 38
label value 38
title 38
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Data Set
2D Grid 4749
2D Grid with Custom
Points 4951
3D Grid 5254
Boiler 5456
creating 28, 41
definition 23
Incremental 4142
Manual 5758
opening/viewing 5960
Sequential 4244
Data Set 4447
Data Set folders
definition 23
Database 28
Datalogger 28
Definitions
comment lists 23
Data Set 23
Data Set folders 23
folders 24
survey 24
Deleting
files 34
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Editing 34, 71
Allow Delete Items 34
Allow Edit Readings 34, 71
Data Set 7173
files 34
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survey file header 7475
Exporting a file format
26DL PLUS 9091
Exporting a single survey
26DL PLUS 8486
Exporting data
36DL PLUS 8183
Exporting data from export
utility 9899
Exporting multiple surveys
26DL PLUS 8688
F
File formats 88
26DL PLUS gage files (*.Txt) 89
version 1.0 (*.PDB) 88
version 1.0 (*.PRJ) 8889
version 2.0 (*.MDB) 88
Files
deleting 34
editing 34
Folders
creating 26
definition 24
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ID numbers 28, 59
Importing data
26DL PLUS 84
36DL PLUS 7981
Importing data files 8990
Incremental Data Set 28, 4142
Installation procedures
Windows 95 1920
Windows 98, ME, 2000,
or NT 2021
L
Languages
English 40
French 40
German 40
Japanese 40
M
Manual 28
Manual Data Set 28, 5758
Menu bar 26
P
G
Global Custom Header
creating 3537
editing 37
label name 36
label value 36
title 36
Preface 13
Print setup 98
Printing 9596
print preview screen 9697
Product description 13
Properties
Data Set 99100
survey 100
H
Help
about WinPlus 103
contents 101
search 101
search parameters 102
special search 102
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Related documentation 16
RS-232 31, 79, 83
S
Sequential Data Set 28, 4244

Data Set 28, 4447
Snapshot files 31
copying 34
opening 33
saving 33
Statistics
viewing 7677
Survey
definition 24
opening/viewing 6062
printing displayed survey
data grid 6667
viewing in grid format 6266
System requirements 19
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Technical help 17
Thickness Measurement
Locations 23, 28, 59
TMLs 23, 28, 59
Tool bar 24
Tool bar icons 2425
U
User license 102103
V
View
changing 29
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Performing Basic Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Creating Data Sets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Managing Data Set and Survey Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Opening/Viewing a Data Set File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Importing and Exporting Data to Gages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

About WinPlus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Overview to Instruction Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selecting the Window 95 Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Print Preview Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

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Creating folders, Data Sets, Surveys, and Comment tables

Editing stored thickness data

Exporting Surveys to spread sheets and other programs

About this Document

Describes system requirements for

Also describes how to install the

Describes how to use basic

Also defines some basic WinPlus

Describes how to create various Data

Describes how to manage Data Sets

Describes importing and exporting

Overview to Instruction Manual

Describes printing data and

Describes how to get help when

Overview to Instruction Manual (Continued)

This information indicates danger and the possibility of personal

Caution: This information indicates that equipment damage can occur.

This information provides explanatory information.

This information provides helpful guidelines for easy operation.

Used for file names, lines of code, names of

Used for command line user input.

Used for textual parts of graphical user

Used for screen/window names, dialog

Used for emphasis.

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Used for instrument keys on the keypad.

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With italics text, used for variable data.

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SVGA or higher resolution monitor

486 or higher processor

Hard disk with 50 MB of free disk space

Windows 98, ME, 2000, and NT

To install WinPlus on a Windows 95 operating system, follow these steps:

Selecting the Window 95 Folder

7. Select the Wpls3295.exe file.

Selecting the installation file for Windows 95

8. Click the Open button.

Selecting the Windows 98, ME, 2000, NT Folder

7. Select the Wpls32nt.exe file.

Selecting the Installation File for Windows 98, ME, 2000, NT

8. Click the Open button.

Performing Basic Operations

Defining Basic WinPlus Terms

Using the Tool Bar

Using the Menu Bar