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Introduction
Blastware Operator Manual 2–1
2. INTRODUCTION
The Blastware program combines the ease-of-use of a Microsoft Windows based program with the
power and control of a user-friendly menu structure. Using the program, you can view and print
Event waveforms and program, control, and customize the operation of your Minimate Blaster,
Series II, Series III or Series IV monitor.
2.1 Blastware® Software Modules
The Blastware software program has two modules. The first is the Compliance Module and
comes standard with each Blastmate III, Minimate Plus, or Minimate Blaster, or Series IV
monitor. This module includes all the commands to control your monitors basic compliance
features. You can also use it to transfer your recorded Events to a personal computer where you
can view them, format user-definable Event and FFT Reports that can be produced by your
printer, or produce a PDF file format that can be emailed.
The second module, the Advanced Module, provides advanced features to analyze recorded
Events. You can edit National Frequency Standards, perform FFT and timeline analysis. You can
also integrate, differentiate, invert, add, linear superposition, filter, and truncate waveforms.
Blastmate III and Minimate Plus users can customize the monitor LCD windows to match
particular applications or display another language. Using this module, you can also change
sample rates, and program the Blastmate III, Minimate Plus, or Series IV to use additional sensors.
The Advanced Module will only operate on a computer equipped with a Hardware Key that is
provided with the purchase of the Advanced Module.
2.2 How to Obtain the Advanced Software Module
You can order the Advanced Software module from any authorized Instantel Dealer. The module
includes an installation CD, a Hardware Key to access the programs, and an Operator Manual.
2.3 Blastware Features and Benefits
The following table provides a sample of the Blastware features and benefits. The Compliance
Module is supplied at no cost with every monitor. The Advanced Module is available separately.
Functions and Features Module
Compliance Advanced
Program monitor
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Upload and Display Events, store on disk, and
print via RS–232
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Modem communications
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Remote Monitoring
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Auto Call Home
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Post Event Notes to multiple events
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Sample rates programmable (1 to 4 KHz)
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Single batch command for copy and print
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Change units of measurement
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Read Blastmate II files – convert to Blastmate III
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