Add a custom unit to a Field Gauge and Process Meter
Add a custom unit to a Field Gauge and Process Meter
Power on the gauge and connect it to the computer running FieldLab Desktop with the provided USB cord.
On the Devices screen in FieldLab Desktop, select the Field Gauge or Process Meter you wish to add custom units to.
Select the Settings tab.
In the Engineering Units module, select the Change button.
Select the custom unit you wish to add from the Custom Units Slot menu.
Select the Save Changes button.
Once you save changes, the custom unit will be active on your connected gauge.
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