You can import process data sheets for lines or instruments in .ipd (Smart Instrumentation process data) format after editing in the Process Data Editor, provided the line or instrument exists in the Smart Instrumentation database. The .ipd format allows you to include multiple tags in a single file.
Use this procedure to import back into Smart Instrumentation process data for a tag that already exists in your Smart Instrumentation database.
Import Instrument Process Data Files
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In the Process Data Module window, on the Actions menu, select External Process Data.
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Under Item type, select Instrument.
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Under Action, select Import.
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Select Open.
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In the dialog that opens, navigate to the folder from which you want to import the file.
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Select the file and select Open. The software only accepts .ipd files that contain instrument data.
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Under Search results, select the Select check box beside the instruments that you want to import.
The software only displays instruments that already exist in your Smart Instrumentation database.
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Select Apply or OK.
Import Line Process Data Files
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In the Process Data Module window, on the Actions menu, select External Process Data.
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Under Item type, select Line.
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Under Action, select Import.
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Select Open.
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In the dialog that opens, navigate to the folder from which you want to import the file.
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Select the file and select Open. The software only accepts .ipd files that contain line data.
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Under Search results, select the Select check box beside the lines that you want to import.
The software only displays lines that already exist in your Smart Instrumentation database.
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Select Apply or OK.