FOTEMP-ASSISTANT
Multichannel Data Logging and Configuration Software For Use With Single or Multiple FOTEMP Signal Conditioners connected to a Windows PC
FOTEMP-ASSISTANT-2 (FTA2) software allows display, data logging and configuration of connected single and multiple FOTEMP signal conditioners. This software is provided FREE with every FOTEMP system.
The software requires one of the following connections to a PC running Windows 7/8/10/11 and .Net Framework 4.8..
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the PC does not recognize the FOTEMP device, then you need to install the latest FTDI VCP (Virtual Com Port) driver software (see below or on USB stick supplied with FOTEMP system).
- For One FOTEMP unit, direct connection from FOTEMP USB port to PC USB port. Protocol used is ASCII.
- For Multiple FOTEMP units, direct USB connections from FOTEMP units to PC via USB Hub or PC’s built-in USB ports. Protocol used is ASCII.
- For FOTEMP models with RS485/ModbusRTU interfaces (FOTEMP-T20 or FOTEMP T30 series), connect all Tx, Rx and GND together and use an RS485-to-USB dongle/converter for connection to PC. Protocol used is ModbusRTU.
About Current FTA2 Version:
- Version 2.4.114.0 released February 2026
- Requires Windows 7/8/10 and .NET Framework 4.8.
- Calibration and Spectrum Add-ins are built-in
- Calibration Extension only used to enter new 16-point calibration array. If not calibrating, do not tamper with these values as you could corrupt internal calibrations.
- Spectrum Extension allows viewing of the optical return signal per device and channel. Used to troubleshoot problems including signal power.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If the PC does not recognize the FOTEMP device, then you need to install the latest FTDI VCP (Virtual Com Port) driver software. The software is contained in the FTA2 ZIP file as well as USB Product Support stick supplied with the FOTEMP system.
Features
- Microsoft Windows-compatible
- User-friendly graphical interface
- Compatible with FOTEMP models with USB or RS232 or RS485 serial interfaces
- Supports ASCII (USB or RS232) or ModbusRTU protocols depending on FOTEMP model used
- Supports One-Point Calibration (Offset parameter setting) via Settings mode
- Min and Max temperature limits for Control Relays can be set per channel (depends on FOTEMP model used)
- Min and Max scaling for Analog Outputs can be set per channel (depends on FOTEMP model used)
- Automatic storage of data (data logging)
- Data can be exported to a Microsoft Excel file
- LabView® and Python support available
TO ORDER
Call +1-805-389-6600 or email sales@micronor.com
