To get ShapeArray data into Gtilt, raw data collected from a data logger must be converted with the Raw2Data conversion software with specific export settings configured for the DIY output. The steps below outpine this process.

NOTE: If you are trying to import manual readings collected with the SAARecorder software, you must start the process by using the Export Raw Data to SAAView option. This will trigger the Raw2Data application at which point the rest process is the same as outlined below.

Step 1 - Convert Raw Logger data with Raw2Data

The first step is converting the raw ShapeArray data with the Raw2Data conversion software. This is described in more detail in the Raw2Data How-to Guide.  When you get to the Settings page int he conversion process (step 5 and 6 of the guide), select the Use Template checkbox and then the GTilt template from the dropdown box in the Export Settings section. Selecting this template will select a very specific subset of options that should not be changed should you wish to ensure compatibility with Gtilt.

Figure 1. Select the Use Template checkbox and then the GTilt template

Click on the Continue button and complete the conversion.

Step 2 - Load the DIY Output File into GTilt

After the conversion has completed, Raw2Data will have created a .DAT file in the DIY subfolder. This file must be imported into Gtilt from the File -> Import -> Atlas_3 file (e.g. from Measurand SAA) menu option. 

Figure 2. Import the the DIY output file into from the File - Import Atlas_3 File menu option

Selecting this option will open a dialog for selecting the file. Navigate to the DIY subfolder. By Default Gtilt will be looking for a .TXT file. You need to change the filetype dropdown in the bottom right corner of the dialog to All files (*.*), and then select the .DAT file produced by Raw2Data in the DIY folder.

Figure 3. Select the All files option in the filetypes dropdown box

Step 3 - Select the readings to plot in GTilt

Next you need to select the readings from the file you wish to import. For an experience similar to our ShapeArray Viewer software, we would select all readings by clicking on the All button under the Flag for ALL plots section and clicking the Done button. 

Figure 4. Select the readings to plot