Remote Spectrum Monitor MS27201A User Guide : Instrument Overview : System Menu
 
System Menu
System Menu  
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The System menu identifies the instrument model and serial number.
HOSTNAME/IP ADDRESS
Displayed only on the MS27201A ARRT software. This field is used to specify the IP address or hostname of an instrument that is connected to the network.
When SIMULATION MODE (localhost) is toggled on, the software will connect locally to provide some UI functionality. Toggle the simulation mode and select the product from the drop-down and click START button to get connected with local host.
SYSTEM INFORMATION
Opens the System Information panel showing instrument, software, and network connection details. Note that some of the system menus have limited functionality when the software is connected to the localhost.
SETTINGS
Opens the Settings Menu, providing access to all system level settings and controls.
FILES
Opens Files. Note that the file management menus are different from the right-side FILE menu. Use file management to organize, copy, and rename files. Use the right side FILE menu to save and recall measurement data, instrument setup files, or to save a screenshot.
FILE TRANSFER
Opens the File Transfer.
DIAGNOSTICS
TOOLS
Opens Tools Menu.
SYSTEM POWER
Opens a dialog to RESTART or POWER OFF the instrument.
System Information
The System Information panel shows all information about the instrument hardware, software, and connectivity. From here, you can also toggle software update checking when connected to the Internet and start a software update when one is available. If web updates are toggled on, the instrument will automatically check for updates once every 24 hours or when the user clicks the "CHECK" button.
System Information
Notifications
The notification area is where all dynamic notifications are presented. These notifications are generally information messages to the user and not hardware failure messages. Refer to Self Test and Notification Messages and Troubleshooting for more diagnostic information.
Notification Icon