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* Download SweepMe! here [https://sweep-me.net/download/]
Last update for Version 1.5.6.x
* Start the installer and choose a path
 
* SweepMe! itself is portable! It can also be installed on an USB stick.
We recommend to visit our [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBMjpLyLgmcrq9vbvxMDSww SweepMe! YouTube channel] where a series of 'Basics' videos explains the handling of SweepMe!.
* We recommend '''not to place''' SweepMe! in the program files directory to prevent trouble with Windows user account control.
 
* Start SweepMe!.exe
== Installation ==
* A preconfigured measurement can be instantly started without the need to connect any equipment
 
* Other examples can be load via ''[[Settings]]'' -> ''Load Setting''
* Access SweepMe! [https://sweep-me.net/download/] to download and run the [[WebInstaller]].
* SweepMe! has two important tabs "Measurement" and "Sequencer"
* For versions 1.5.5 and earlier, use the recommended path ("C:\SweepMe!") for simpler future handling and migration.
* The [[Measurement]] tab allows you to choose an user, enter file and folder name. It also shows you the progress and information during the measurement.
* Starting from version 1.5.6, support for [[Unattended Installation|unattended installations]] is available.
* The [[Sequencer]] tab is the place where the magic takes place. Use it to setup your measurement.
 
* Important folder, e.g. where your measurement data is, can be found via ''Folder'' -> ''Measurement Data''
== Setting up SweepMe! ==
 
* Launch SweepMe!.exe, e.g., via the desktop link.
* Accept or decline a server connection.
* Create a profile to save your settings and establish a folder for your measurement data.
 
== Basics ==
 
* SweepMe! has two important tabs: [[General]] and [[Sequencer]].
* The Measurement tab allows the selection of a user profile and data saving.
* The Sequencer tab is where the magic happens. Here, measurement procedures are designed and set up.
* The elements in the sequencer are called [[Modules]]. There are basic modules such as [[Loop]] or [[Hold]], and [[Devices | device modules]] that communicate with external hardware.
* Learn more about the sequencer tree structure at the [[Sequencer]] page.  
 
== First run ==
 
* A preconfigured example measurement without the need for additional hardware is set up after the first SweepMe! launch.
* Test this ''Mouse Logger'' by pressing run. Watch as the mouse courser position is mapped in the [[Plot]] window of the dashboard.
* The plot parameters can be changed by double-clicking into the plot window.
* Explore additional examples through ''[[Settings]]'' -> ''Load example''.
 
== Saving data ==
 
* SweepMe! automates the creation and filling of data files using the [[MakeFile]] module in the sequencer.
* Data is always saved in the Measurement folder, accessible through ''File'' -> ''Open Folder'' -> ''Measurement Data''.
* Enter the folder and file name in the 'General' tab and press "Save Data".
 
== Creating your own Measurements ==
 
* Download additional [[Modules]] or [[Devices]] via the 'Tools' menu -> [[Version manager|Modules&Devices]].
* Add devices to the sequencer via drag and drop of the corresponding module. E.g. devices that read values use the [[Logger]] module, while devices that set values use [[Switch]].
* Set up the device parameter in the tab that is newly generated. Check whether you are ready to use device communication via [[GPIB]], [[USB]], and [[COM]].
* Add [[Widgets]] such as [[Plot]], [[Monitor]], [[Image]], [[Notes]] to the [[Dashboard]] to display your measurement results.
* Save your configuration, including sequencer settings, dashboard layout, and widget setups, as a unified [[Settings|setting]]. This makes it easy to reproduce your measurements later.
 
== Next Steps ==
 
* Dive deeper into the functionality of the [[Sequencer]].
* Explore the range of supported devices on [https://sweep-me.net/modules_devices our webpage].
* Did not find the device that you need? [https://sweep-me.net/services/overview Contact us] or program your own [[Driver_Programming | device driver]].

Latest revision as of 13:05, 25 March 2024

Last update for Version 1.5.6.x

We recommend to visit our SweepMe! YouTube channel where a series of 'Basics' videos explains the handling of SweepMe!.

Installation

  • Access SweepMe! [1] to download and run the WebInstaller.
  • For versions 1.5.5 and earlier, use the recommended path ("C:\SweepMe!") for simpler future handling and migration.
  • Starting from version 1.5.6, support for unattended installations is available.

Setting up SweepMe!

  • Launch SweepMe!.exe, e.g., via the desktop link.
  • Accept or decline a server connection.
  • Create a profile to save your settings and establish a folder for your measurement data.

Basics

  • SweepMe! has two important tabs: General and Sequencer.
  • The Measurement tab allows the selection of a user profile and data saving.
  • The Sequencer tab is where the magic happens. Here, measurement procedures are designed and set up.
  • The elements in the sequencer are called Modules. There are basic modules such as Loop or Hold, and device modules that communicate with external hardware.
  • Learn more about the sequencer tree structure at the Sequencer page.

First run

  • A preconfigured example measurement without the need for additional hardware is set up after the first SweepMe! launch.
  • Test this Mouse Logger by pressing run. Watch as the mouse courser position is mapped in the Plot window of the dashboard.
  • The plot parameters can be changed by double-clicking into the plot window.
  • Explore additional examples through Settings -> Load example.

Saving data

  • SweepMe! automates the creation and filling of data files using the MakeFile module in the sequencer.
  • Data is always saved in the Measurement folder, accessible through File -> Open Folder -> Measurement Data.
  • Enter the folder and file name in the 'General' tab and press "Save Data".

Creating your own Measurements

  • Download additional Modules or Devices via the 'Tools' menu -> Modules&Devices.
  • Add devices to the sequencer via drag and drop of the corresponding module. E.g. devices that read values use the Logger module, while devices that set values use Switch.
  • Set up the device parameter in the tab that is newly generated. Check whether you are ready to use device communication via GPIB, USB, and COM.
  • Add Widgets such as Plot, Monitor, Image, Notes to the Dashboard to display your measurement results.
  • Save your configuration, including sequencer settings, dashboard layout, and widget setups, as a unified setting. This makes it easy to reproduce your measurements later.

Next Steps

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