Welcome to SweepMe!, your automation software for test- and measurement procedures. Follow along to get started on your first automated measurements. A more detailed description can be found on our wiki.
If you prefer a video tutorial, head over to our YouTube channel where a series of ‘Basics’ videos explains the handling of SweepMe!.
Installation
- Download the WebInstaller from our Homepage.
- For versions 1.5.5 and earlier, use the recommended path (“C:\SweepMe!”) for simpler future handling and migration.
Setting up SweepMe!
- Launch SweepMe!.exe via the desktop link.
- Accept the server connection to allow download of additional modules.
- Create a profile to save your settings and establish a folder for your measurement data.
Basics
- SweepMe! has two important tabs: General and Sequencer.
- The Measurement tab allows the selection of a user profile and data saving.
- The Sequencer tab is where the magic happens. Here, measurement procedures are designed and set up.
- The elements in the sequencer are called Modules. There are basic modules such as Loop or Hold, and device modules that communicate with external hardware.
First run
- A preconfigured example measurement without the need for additional hardware is set up after the first SweepMe! launch.
- Test this ‘‘Mouse Logger’’ by pressing run. Watch as the mouse courser position is mapped in the Plot window of the dashboard.
- The plot parameters can be changed by double-clicking into the plot window.
- Explore additional examples through Settings → Load example.
Saving data
- SweepMe! automates the creation and filling of data files using the MakeFile module in the sequencer.
- Data is always saved in the Measurement folder, accessible through File → Open Folder → Measurement Data.
- Enter the folder and file name in the General tab and press Save Data.
Creating your own Measurements
- Download additional Modules or Drivers via the Tools menu → Modules & Devices.
- Add devices to the sequencer via drag and drop of the corresponding module. For example, devices that read values use the Logger module, while devices that set values use Switch.
- Adding a devices to the sequencer creates a new tab, where the device parameters can be accessed. Check whether you are ready to use device communication via GPIB, USB, or COM.
- Add Widgets such as Plot, Monitor, Image, or Notes to the dashboard to display your measurement results.
- Save your configuration, including sequencer settings, dashboard layout, and widget setups, as a unified Setting. This makes it easy to reproduce your measurements later.
Next Steps
- Explore the range of supported devices on our webpage.
- Did not find the device that you need? Contact us or start programming your own Python driver.