3.2 Function Modules3.2.5 Data Logging3-663.2.5 Data LoggingData logging saves the values of specified registers in a log file according to the preset triggertiming and conditions.The data is stored in the RAM in the CPU Module or on the USB memory device.Operating ProcedureThis section describes how to perform data logging.1. Connect the Machine Controller to the PC, and start the MPE720.Refer to the following manual for details.MP2000/MP3000 Series Machine Controller System Setup Manual (Manual No.: SIEP C880725 00)2. Select View − System from the menu bar.The System Pane will be displayed on the left side of the window.3. Click the Expand [+] Button next to the Logging item to display the log files in the Sys-tem Pane and double-click Logging1.Data Storage Location Merits DemeritsCPU Module RAMThe file writing speed is fast and theoverhead that is placed on the scan islow.• Data is lost when the power supply tothe CPU Module is turned OFF.• Storage capacity is limited to 8 MB.USB memory• Data can be stored for a long time.• Logged data can be viewed easily byinserting the USB memory device intoa PC.The file writing speed is slow and theoverhead that is placed on the scan ishigh.