12 - Trends

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What can be viewed using the 'View list' option in the trend display pane?

List of active users

Diagnostics logs

Setting for the time range on the X-axis (correct)

Full browser trends

What happens when the 'Inspect' option is toggled on during trend viewing?

It maximizes the trend display.

It disables all other options.

It saves the current trend data.

It enters inspection mode for the trend. (correct)

What is the primary purpose of the Trends Configuration segment?

To organize trends in the Library for efficient access.

To define new thresholds for data analysis.

To create forecasts based on historical data.

To configure trends for monitoring currents and voltages. (correct)

What is the first step in creating a new trend?

Enter a title for the trend Signup and view all the answers

What does the Trend Library provide?

A collection of all configured trends organized in folders. Signup and view all the answers

Which option allows you to download trend data in CSV format?

Download trend data as CSV Signup and view all the answers

What limitation exists regarding pre-configured trends in Power Monitoring Expert?

Users must create their own trends. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements is NOT part of the trends operation?

Data analytics engine Signup and view all the answers

How can users visualize multiple trends simultaneously in the Trends Web application?

By selecting multiple trends in the Library and displaying them together. Signup and view all the answers

What does clicking 'Close' do in the trend display pane?

Closes the trend Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following actions is NOT available in the trend display pane options?

View diagnostic histories Signup and view all the answers

Which function is performed by the left axis in the trends operation?

Showing the values for various thresholds. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the target line in a trend configuration?

To represent the desired operational level of monitored parameters. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about the trend setup is true?

Trends can be customized for personal use or sharing. Signup and view all the answers

Which option describes the 'trend options' in the trend operation?

Controls for adjusting time scale and interval display. Signup and view all the answers

Which color is typically associated with alert levels in trend visualization?

Red, indicating danger or exceedance of thresholds. Signup and view all the answers

What can be done to configure the display of trend data regarding the measurement type?

Expand a measurement type and specify decimals. Signup and view all the answers

Which option must be selected to keep a trend private?

Select the Private Trend option. Signup and view all the answers

Which setting is optional when configuring a trend display name?

Enter a custom series name. Signup and view all the answers

What can be adjusted in the chart settings for trend configuration?

Position of the legend and text size. Signup and view all the answers

What do the default content selections for the legend include?

Name and Value. Signup and view all the answers

What type of data source options are available when modifying trends?

Real-time, logged, or both. Signup and view all the answers

In the trend setup dialog, what is the purpose of entering values for Max and Min?

To define upper and lower thresholds. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following settings influences how data points are displayed on the x-axis of the trend?

Data Points for the max per series input field. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Trends application?

To monitor current system conditions Signup and view all the answers

How can trend data be utilized after it is gathered?

It may be exported as a .csv file Signup and view all the answers

What feature allows operators to analyze trends from different sites at the same time?

Viewing data in local time zones Signup and view all the answers

Which time zone would be appropriate for an operator in New York when analyzing trends?

UTC -5 Signup and view all the answers

What type of data may the Trends application display?

Both real-time and historical data Signup and view all the answers

When adding ION meters for analysis, which locations were specified?

Canada, India, and Prague Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration for the exercise involving ION meters?

10 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What graphical feature does the Trends application utilize to display data?

Graphical format Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Trends Web Application

The Trend Library stores all configured trends. Trends are listed individually or within folders. Use the Library to select, view, and share, trends, and configure display pane layouts.
The Trends display pane shows selected trends from the library.
When a trend is selected in the library, it automatically opens in the display pane.
Multiple trends can be displayed simultaneously in the display pane.
The display pane can be scrolled to view all selected trends.

Trends Operation

The display pane displays the trend data as a line graph.
The title of the trend is displayed in the top left corner of the pane.
Upper and lower thresholds are used to define the acceptable range of operation of a trend.
The target line represents the desired operating point of the trend.
The left axis is used to display the values of the trend.
The scale of the graph is determined by the view settings.
The right axis is used to display the values of an optional second trend.
The axis title is the name of the trend.
The Trend options are available in the upper right area of the display pane.

Trend Options

The diagnostic log viewer icon appears only if there is an information, error, or warning message associated with the device.
The view list setting allows the user to set the time range on the X-axis.
Inspect mode can be enabled or disabled.
The edit option opens the Trend Setup dialog.
The download option allows the user to save the data displayed in a CSV file.
The maximize button opens the trend in a full browser page.
The close button closes the trend.

Trends Configuration

Trends are not pre-configured in Power Monitoring Expert.
Users must create their own trends for private use or sharing with other users.

Adding and Configuring a Trend

The Trend Setup Dialog can be used to create new trends.
To create a new trend, select Add Trend in the Trend Library.
The Trend Setup Dialog allows users to enter a title for the trend.
Users can select measurements and sources organized by Devices or Hierarchy Views.
The Display Name option allows users to enter a name for the trend data.
The Display Units option allows users to enter a unit description for the trend data.
Users can modify the trend's style, decimals, axis plotting, overlay, and data source.
The "Private Trend" checkbox can be used to keep the trend private.

Configuring a Trend

The Trend Setup dialog Data tab allows users to configure trend data settings.
Default maximum and minimum values are set to auto.
Users can enter custom values for upper and lower thresholds.
Users can select a target line.
Users can configure text size and legend position.
The legend can be set to display Name, Value, Difference, and Difference (%).
Data Update Intervals can be specified for real-time and logged data.
The Max per series input field allows users to specify the number of data points for the x-axis.

Analyzing Data Trends from Different Time Zones

Data displayed on the trend can be viewed in the meter's local time zone, operator's local time zone, or UTC.
The operator can view data from different locations that have different time zones.
Trend data is displayed according to the operator's local time zone so they can compare data across multiple time zones.

Recap

The Trends application allows operators to monitor system conditions by displaying real-time data in a graphical format.
Trends can display both real-time and historical data in the same diagram.
Trend data can be exported as a CSV file for analysis in other applications.

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