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Downloads for catman Data Acquisition Software
Title | Description | Date | Version | Size | Related Documents |
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| catman Easy / AP / PostProcess | Software for data acquisition, visualization, analysis and reporting of measurement data for your PC or QuantumX/SomatXR Data Recorder. | 05/2022 | 5.5.3 | 381 MB |
Release Notes
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| Plugin for DIAdem / catman | This plugin allows you to open .bin files from HBM catman directly in DIAdem. | 07/2013 | 1.9.0 | 74 KB |
Some of the New Features in catman Version 5.5 and 5.4
As previously announced, catman version 5.5.1 adapts the supported devices. That's why the USB port of MGCplus, CANHEADdirect and eDAQ/eDAQ-lite can no longer be used together with catman.
For further new functions and details, please refer to the Release Notes.
Receiving EtherCAT Signals from an EtherCAT Master
Previously, QuantumX/SomatXR signals could be sent to an EtherCAT master via CX27 for test bench integration. It is now also possible to read signals directly from EtherCAT. This is set up via the software of the EtherCAT master and HBK’s MX wizard.
Read HBK Strain Gauges into the Sensor Database with Just One Scan
Most HBK strain gauges now come with a QR code that contains the strain gauge data. With the help of a barcode scanner, these can now be read into catman’s sensor database, and the sensor information no longer has to be entered manually. The coefficients for the polynomial temperature compensation are also transferred automatically.
Overload Detection for Signals from QuantumX/SomatXR Modules
QuantumX and SomatXR modules have recently introduced advanced overload detection, including the sensor data. This feature is now also supported in catman and allows three setup modes to differentiate between channel and sensor overloads.
New Stop Triggers
catman 5.5.3 has two new stop triggers: either a certain time on defined weekdays, or at a specific time daily. Therefore, it is always possible to stop measurements at particular times to have access to a data file.
Selection of Sample Rates for Signals from QuantumX/SomatXR Modules
In conjunction with the QuantumX/SomatXR firmware 4.40, the selection of the offered sample rates can be limited. Only the set of channels corresponding to a defined sample rate group are offered for selection. This means that the user immediately sees which sample rates can be set and there is no attempt to unsuccessfully implement an unsupported sample rate.
Other Updates and Improvements
- Static and dynamic filters for vibration analysis
- Entries for quarter bridge adaptors (SCM-SG) in the sensor database
- Extended statistics overview with the option ‘Range’ (maximum – minimum)
- Improved speed mode selection (MXFS, MX403, MX410, MX411)
- Optimized *.sie file import
- Master/slave in connection with synchronization changed to leader/follower
Extended Import of CAN Signal Information
CAN signal information could either be imported from *.dbc or entered manually so far. Now, *.arxml according to the AUTOSAR standard 3 and 4 has been added as a further option.
Furthermore, the ribbon menu of the sensor database has been optimised, and the option to update previously imported databases (*.dbc or *.arxml) with a newer version has been added.Extended import of CAN signal information.
Export of CANraw Channels into *.blf
In many programs, CANraw data streams can be further processed in BLF format to decode the individual messages or signals. Therefore, the catman analysis mode now also offers the option to convert a single CANraw channel into a *.blf file.
Display of the CANbus Load
When setting up a measurement project, you can now display the bus load to determine whether the CANbus is working properly. The bus load per connector can be displayed or checked in the channel information as well as in the CAN configuration.
New GNSS Functionality (Global Navigation Satellite System)
Since new navigation systems not only support GPS but often all globally active systems (Glonass, Beidou, Galileo, etc.), the term GPS has been renamed to GNNS as the general generic term.
Furthermore, it is now also possible to display the number of satellites (0 to 12) as a signal to allow for the assessment of the reception quality.
Lots of Small Updates
Besides major functional enhancements, there are also many small optimisations that are not obvious at first glance including, for example:
- The modernised help (html)
- The updated offline mode
- The expanded sensor database (new U10F and C5 force sensors)
- The enhancements implemented for QuantumX MXFS (only in catman 5.5.2)
- The creation of the catman AP evaluation mode (only in catman 5.5.2)
Empowered catman Easy Software Package and Redefined catman Software Packages
As of catman version 5.4.2, catman Easy software packages are empowered with new functionalities. Benefit from the integration of optical interrogators, offline configuration, push notifications via an app and FTP server.
In addition, the catman software packages have been redefined. catman is now available in three editions: catman Easy, catman AP and catman PostProcess.
catman®Easy
catman Easy is the basic version which includes online and offline setup, online visualizations, and online maths as well as recording functionalities. catman Easy can be combined with two different add-on modules:
- EasyMath: Mathematics module and auto sequences for catman Easy.
- EasyScript: Free programming under VBA in measurement and analysis mode.
catman®AP
catman AP adds powerful modules to the full catman Easy package, such as:
- GNSS/GPS data visualization on maps
- Video Recording
- Wheelforce transducer integration
- Parallel Recording
- Cloud data streaming
catman®PostProcess
catman PostProcess offers various post-process tools to process, analyze and report your results, such as:
- Curve operations (peak value detection, cut & smooth data, remove peaks)
- Math functions (e.g. strain gauge rosette calculation, electric power calculation)
- Data visualization
- Video replay
- Statistics & Classifications (e.g. rainflow counting, time-at-level)
- Data export & Report
Faster Sensor Setup with Wiring Diagrams
Wiring diagrams of HBM hardware are newly added in the 'Sensor Adaption' for each sensor, enabling an easy, convenient and fast connection of the used sensors to HBM hardware.
Store two Data Formats in Parallel
It is now possible to store data directly in two formats in parallel to facilitate the data export for users of multiple post-process tools. These data formats are available:
.bin, .st3, ASCII, EXCEL, TDMS, .dat (DIAdem), MDF3/4.1, RPCIII, UFF58, and nCode DAQ
Enriched HBK Sensor Database
More Environmentally Friendly Packaging
Always stay up-to-date with the latest software version and download catman directly and quickly via the HBM web page. Just install catman on your computer and enter the licence key from the catman certificate, which will be sent to you by post.
As of catman version 5.4.2, we will eliminate the catman DVD cases to protect the environment.
MXFS Support (Coming with catman Easy)
catman can be used with the brand-new 8-connector optical measurement module MXFS based on QuantumX design. You benefit from:
- The integration of all FBG optical sensor types from strain, temperature and acceleration to tilt or displacement,
- A quick setup of the measurement chain,
- Up to 128 optical sensors/module.
Improved Workflow when running catman unattended
catman's improved workflow, when running an unattended mobile vehicle and monitoring application together with the CX22 data recorder, features inter alia:
- One click switches a DAQ job to an unattended DAQ job - and back,
- Unattended testing will use the fast stream storage mode,
- DAQ job settings can be adapted with one click - most suitable to autonomous recordings.
Easy Integration of GPS Devices Into Existing Projects
catman now allows for subsequently adding GPS devices to an existing project using "Additional functions/Add module/device".
Usability Improvements in the "Analysis Mode"
With catman's improved "analysis mode" you are now able to:
- Display your channels visually without loading the measurement file,
- Find channels quicker by searching for channel properties, such as channel comment, sensor name, etc.
Download Archive
Find all catman data acquisition software downloads from version 5.0.1 onwards in our download archive.
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