349-08931D TRAPEZIUMX-V UserGuide EN

349-08931D
July. 2020
Shimadzu Autograph™ Software
TRAPEZIUM™X-V
User Guide
Read this manual thoroughly before you use the product.
Keep this manual for future reference.
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Introduction
Read this Instruction Manual thoroughly before using the product.
Thank you for purchasing this product.

The following instruction manuals are included with the product as a PDF document. PDF
documents are included in the instruction manual DVD (Part No.: 345-48278).
Name Parts No. Description

TRAPEZIUMX-V User Guide This instruction manual. Describes the
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(PDF) operational procedures TRAPEZIUMX-V.
Describes the TRAPEZIUMX-V main window
Software Reference Manual (PDF) 349-08934
and each dialog.
Data Processing Reference Manual Describes the data processing items obtained by
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(PDF) TRAPEZIUMX-V.
Describes how to configure the hardware
Hardware Settings Guide (PDF) 349-08940
settings of the Autograph AGX-V.
TRAPEZIUMX-V Web User Guide Describes how to operate TRAPEZIUMX-V
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(PDF) Web.
Read this manual thoroughly before you use the product.

Keep this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT
• If the user or usage location changes, ensure that this manual is always kept together
with the product.
• If this manual or a product warning label is lost or damaged, immediately contact your
Shimadzu representative to request a replacement.
• To ensure safe operation, read all "Safety Instructions" before using the product.
• To ensure safe operation, contact your Shimadzu representative if product installation,
adjustment, re-installation (after the product is moved), or repair is required.
• This software uses DirectShowLib based on the license of LGPL. For details, please refer
to license.txt on DVD-ROM.
• This software includes deliverables distributed under the license of Apache License,
Version 2.0. http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
© 2019 Shimadzu Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original version is approved in English.
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Notice
• Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of the vendor.
• Any errors or omissions which may have occurred in this manual despite the utmost care
taken in its production will be corrected as soon as possible, although not necessarily
immediately after detection.
• All rights are reserved, including those to reproduce this manual or parts thereof in any form
without permission from Shimadzu Corporation.
• Autograph and TRAPEZIUM are trademarks of Shimadzu Corporation.
Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
Third-party trademarks and trade names may be used in this publication to refer to either the
entities or their products/services, whether or not they are used with trademark symbol "TM"
or "®".
Indications Used in This Manual
Precaution symbols are indicated using the following conventions:

Indication Meaning
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in serious
injury or death.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious
injury or possibly death.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor to
moderate injury or equipment damage.
NOTE Emphasizes additional information that is provided to ensure the proper use of this
product.
The following symbols are used in this manual:

Symbol Meaning
Indicates information provided to improve product performance.
Indicates the location of related reference information.
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Safety Instructions
The material tester generates large force to measure mechanical strength of materials and
products. Inappropriate handling may cause serious damage to users (injury or death) or
property damage.
To ensure safe product operation, read these important safety instructions carefully before use
and follow all precaution instructions given in this section.
◼ Product Applications
Warning
Do NOT use the product for purposes other than those specified.
This product is used in combination with the Autograph of units to
perform operations.
Using it for an unspecified purpose may result in an accident.
This product (including accessories) is manufactured for measuring
and industrial purposes, and not suitable for household usage.
Warning
Safety regulations and standards
For notifications on installation and safety controls, follow the
necessary procedures in compliance with the laws and regulations
applicable in the country where the product is used.
◼ Installation Site
Warning
Do NOT install the product in a place where flammable or
explosive gas or liquid exists.
This product does not have explosion-proof structure. Therefore,
installing it in such an area may result in a fire or explosion.
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Warning
Install the instrument in a location that satisfies the following
conditions.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
• The room temperature is maintained between +5 and +40 °C, with
minimal temperature variation during a day.
• Air currents from heating or air conditioning equipment are not
directed onto the instrument.
• Ensure that instrument is not exposed to direct sunlight.
• There is no vibration.
• Humidity is maintained within 20 to 80 %.
• There is no condensation.
• The location conforming to the installation environment (IEC)
(Installation category II, Pollution degree: 2, Altitude: Up to 2000 m,
Indoor)
Caution
Do NOT install the product in a place where corrosive gas, gas
containing organic solvents/halide/siloxane groups, oil mist, or
much debris/dust exists.
Otherwise performance may not be maintained or the product life may
become shorter than expected.
Caution
Do NOT use the product in an environment where condensation
may be caused on the product.
Otherwise the product may become malfunctioned.
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Caution
Install the product in locations where it can be turned on and off
easily.
The product must be turned off immediately in an emergency.
◼ Installation
Warning
To ensure safe operation, contact your Shimadzu representative
if product installation, adjustment, or re-installation (after the
product is moved) is required.
Installing, adjusting, or re-installing the product by yourself may cause
an injury or equipment failure, or affect stable operation of the product.
Warning
Be sure to observe our installation manual to install and adjust
the product.
Warning
Be sure to ground the grounding terminal of the power supply
cable.
Failure to do so may result in an electric shock.
• 100 V model Type-D (100 Ω or less)
• 200 V model Type-D (100 Ω or less)
• 400 V model Type-C (10 Ω or less)
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Warning
Use a power supply cable specified by us or supplied with the
product.
Failure to do so may result in an electric shock or fire.
A power supply cable specified by us or supplied with the product
must not be used with other equipment. The product (including
accessories) is for measurement and industrial use and unsuitable for
home use.
Note
• Contact your Shimadzu representative for wiring the power supply cable.
• Power supply capacities specified in AGX-V Series Instruction Manual "6.1 Basic Specifications"
are the figures in the stationary state.
Use a surge protection breaker in the power supply system against inrush current that runs
when the power is turned on.
• A power supply voltage outside the range of the rated value ± 10 % may cause malfunction or
damage to parts.
Provide a stabilized power supply if large variation occurs in the power supply voltage.
◼ Operation
Danger
Do NOT place your hand, head or any other body part in the test
space while the crosshead is operating.
Being caught by the instrument may result in serious injury or death.
Danger
Do NOT open the ball screw protection cover. Do NOT move the
crosshead with the ball screw protection cover opened.
Otherwise a body part may be caught by the rotating ball screw.
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Warning
Never touch a high voltage part of the controller inside the
instrument.
Failure to do so may result in an electric shock.
Warning
If your instrument does not have a protection cover, keep face or
other body parts away from a specimen during a test.
Fragments of a fractured specimen may scatter and damage your
eyes and body.
Install a cover if a fractured specimen may scatter.
Warning
Operators must read the instruction manual thoroughly for
correct use.
Manage so that a person other than those who have been trained
about how to operate cannot use the product.
A dangerous level of force is generated at the moving part according
to the capacity of the product. Wrong use may result in serious injury
or death.
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Caution
Keep hands away from the moving part since the crosshead
moves rapidly during return or offset based on the registered
distance between jigs. Be careful to prevent jigs from interfering
with nearby objects.
A hand of an operator may be caught, resulting in injury, or nearby
objects may be damaged.
Immediately press the emergency stop button if the instrument
movement is abnormal.
Caution
Do not use the crosshead upper and lower limit switches as a
condition to stop a test.
A jig may hit and damage the frame, another jig or the load cell, which
may result in injury of an operator.
Caution
Specify the estimated movable range of the crosshead correctly
with the crosshead upper and lower limit switches.
A jig may hit and damage the frame, another jig or the load cell, which
may result in injury of an operator.
• Specify the range that can prevent the jig on the crosshead from
interfering with the yoke or the jig on the table when the crosshead
moves up or down.
• If you have any difficulty in limiting the range, at least specify the
range by keeping 20 mm or more clearance between the grips.
• After fixing the crosshead upper and lower limit switches, try to move
them up or down to check for slippage.
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Caution
A test jig heavier than 10 kg should be carried very carefully not
to drop.
A jig heavier than 20 kg should be carried by a person who has
been trained about transportation of heavy goods. Use a crane or
such other equipment as necessary.
Otherwise, an operator may get injured if a jig falls.
Caution
Wearing protective gear is recommended when you touch a
fractured specimen.
Touching sharp fractured surface of a specimen may result in injury.
Caution
The crosshead moves rapidly during return or offset based on
the registered distance between jigs. Be sure to check the arrow
direction displayed on the controller before starting the return
movement.
Otherwise an operator may touch the crosshead and get injured.
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Note
• Continuous operation of this product is limited to less than ten hours. Do not exceed the
limitation.
• Cycle test should be performed under the following limitations. Do not exceed the limitations.
- Cycle count: Max. 1000 cycles
- Cycle period: Max. 3 cycles/min.
• Before replacing a load cell, turn off the power or disconnect the CAL connector from the smart
controller or operation controller (option) according to the specified procedure.
Connecting/disconnecting the CAL connector during ECAL or other data communication may
corrupt calibration data.
• Tighten the supplied bolt until the load cell is secured to the crosshead without looseness.
Otherwise test force may not be measured correctly.
• A load cell and CAL connector are calibrated as a set before shipment. Be sure to use a set of a
CAL connector and load cell that are included in the same package. Connecting any CAL
connector other than the supplied one will cause an abnormal test force preventing the load cell
from properly detecting overload.
• Tests cannot be performed after the load cell is replaced/attached unless E-CAL is executed.
• Do not perform operation that may apply load to the crosshead while a load cell is not attached
or cannot receive transmitted load.
Doing so may damage the frame or jig.
• To make the initial setting of distance between jigs, measure accurate values at the time of
setting.
If inaccurate values are input, the jigs may interfere with each other.
• If the jigs have been changed, be sure to make the initial setting of distance between jigs.
Otherwise the jigs may interfere with each other.
• Be careful to prevent water from entering inside of the instrument since the instrument may be
damaged.
• The instrument has a "safety function" that forces the crosshead to stop when a given level of
fluctuations in load applied to the load cell is sensed in the jog operation or during return.
The function that is enabled by one of the protection circuits may not completely prevent danger
due to overshooting in high-speed operation. In addition, it does not stop movement in the
unloading direction to ensure safety and operational convenience.
The function does not guarantee prevention of collision or overloading in the test space.
Do not use the function for positioning or control.
• Damages to the load cell due to overshooting may not be completely prevented if collision
occurs during high-speed movement in a compression test, etc.
• To perform E-CAL of test force, apply no load and wait for at least 15 minutes after powering the
load cell.
• Acceptable test force of a load cell is 120 % of the load cell capacity rating, which includes
weight of jigs, in tension and compression tests. For load cells with small capacity, be careful
about overload on the detector and risk that the load cells fall and fail.
• Use a virus-free USB drive.
• Turn off the power before opening the ball screw protection cover. Also, be sure to close the ball
screw protection cover before turning on the power.
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Note
• Be careful to prevent water from entering inside of the instrument since the instrument may be
damaged.
• If a computer is connected, an error cannot be cleared from the operating panel. Press the
Clear Error button shown on the screen of the computer.
• If any error code other than those listed AGX-V Series Instruction Manual "5.2.2 Alarm Code
List" is displayed, hardware failure other than system errors should also be considered. Contact
your Shimadzu representative.
• If the instrument emits abnormal odor or noise, immediately stop using the instrument, press the
emergency stop switch, and disconnect the power supply cable.
• After initialization, the crosshead position is reset and the test conditions and system settings
are all initialized. Be sure to set them again. All test condition files are also deleted.
• Initialization does not clear the load cell information stored in the CAL connector.
• The crosshead operates at high-speed when returning to the origin, so do not touch the moving
parts.
Moreover, make sure that the jig does not come into contact with the surrounding vessel.
If the testing machine malfunctions, immediately press the emergency stop switch.
• There is a risk that the contents of the personal computer hard disk may be lost due to an
unexpected accident. Be sure to create a backup to protect important data from unexpected
accidents.
◼ Inspection and Maintenance
Warning
A person with necessary expertise should perform wiring,
maintenance and inspection.
Otherwise an electric shock, injury, or fire may occur.
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◼ Repair, Disassembly and Modification
Caution
Do NOT perform unauthorized modification or disassembly.
Doing so may cause an electric shock, short-circuit, resulting in an
accident.
Doing so may also cause injury or failure.
Caution
Contact your Shimadzu representative for repair.
Otherwise a fire, electric shock, or injury may result.
Doing so may also cause injury or failure.
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Warranty
Shimadzu provides the following warranty for this product.
1. Period: Please contact your Shimadzu representative for information about the
period of this warranty.
2. Description: If a product/part failure occurs for reasons attributable to Shimadzu during

the warranty period, Shimadzu will repair or replace the product/part free of
charge. However, in the case of products which are usually available on
the market only for a short time, such as personal computers and their
peripherals/parts, Shimadzu may not be able to provide identical
replacement products.
3. Limitation of 1. In no event will Shimadzu be liable for any lost revenue, profit or data,
or for special, indirect, consequential, incidental or punitive damages,
Liability: however caused regardless of the theory of liability, arising out of or
related to the use of or inability to use the product, even if Shimadzu
has been advised of the possibility of such damage.
2. In no event will Shimadzu's liability to you, whether in contract, tort
(including negligence), or otherwise, exceed the amount you paid for
the product.
4. Exceptions: Failures caused by the following are excluded from the warranty, even if
they occur during the warranty period.
1. Improper product handling
2. Repairs or modifications performed by parties other than Shimadzu or
Shimadzu designated companies
3. Product use in combination with hardware or software other than that
designated by Shimadzu
4. Computer viruses leading to device failures and damage to data and
software, including the product's basic software
5. Power failures, including power outages and sudden voltage drops,
leading to device failures and damage to data and software, including the
product's basic software
6. Turning OFF the product without following the proper shutdown procedure
leading to device failures and damage to data and software, including the
product's basic software
7. Reasons unrelated to the product itself
8. Product use in harsh environments, such as those subject to high
temperatures or humidity levels, corrosive gases, or strong vibrations
9. Fires, earthquakes, or any other act of nature, contamination by
radioactive or hazardous substances, or any other force majeure event,
including wars, riots, and crimes
10. Product movement or transportation after installation
11. Consumables and equivalent items
Recording media such as CD-ROMs are considered consumable items.
* If there is a document such as a warranty provided with the product, or there
is a separate contract agreed upon that includes warranty conditions, the
provisions of those documents shall apply.
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Software License Agreement
PLEASE READ THIS AGREEMENT CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE.
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with accompanying documentation (collectively “SOFTWARE”) to you only upon the condition that
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its reseller) from whom you acquired it to receive a refund of the amount you paid.
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b. Copy the SOFTWARE except one (1) archival copy of the SOFTWARE.
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This license is not for sale and it may not be assigned or sublicensed to anyone else. Title and all
associated intellectual property rights to the SOFTWARE shall remain in SMZ and/or its licensor.
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deemed necessary by SMZ. An upgrade means certain supplemental program modules and/or information
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confirmed by SMZ. An upgrade excludes hardware, network, consulting services, third party products,
operation and general computer system maintenance. All supplemental program module for upgrades and
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SPECIAL, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, HOWEVER CAUSED
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enforceability of any other provision.
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After-Sales Service and Availability of Replacement Parts
After-Sales If any problem occurs with this product, perform an inspection and
Service take appropriate corrective action as described in AGX-V Series
Instruction Manual "5 Troubleshooting" of this manual.
If the problem persists, or the symptoms are not covered in the
troubleshooting section, contact your Shimadzu representative.
Replacement Replacement parts for this product will be available for a period of
Parts Availability seven (7) years after the product is discontinued. Thereafter, such
parts may cease to be available.
Note, however, that the availability of parts not manufactured by
Shimadzu shall be determined by the relevant manufacturers.
Maintenance, Inspections, and Adjustment
In order to maintain the instrument's performance and obtain accurate measurement data,
daily inspection and periodic inspection/calibration are necessary.
• For daily maintenance, inspection, and replacement parts, see AGX-V Series Instruction
Manual "4 Performance Inspection and Maintenance" of this manual.
• Periodic inspection/calibration should be requested to your Shimadzu representative.
• Replacement cycles described for periodic replacement parts are a rough estimate.
Replacement may be required earlier than the described replacement cycles depending on
usage environment and frequency.
Disposal Precautions
This product must be disposed of in compliance with the respective national or local
government regulations.
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User Guide
About This Guide

This guide describes how to operate the TRAPEZIUMX-V. This guide primarily describes the
operational procedures.
When there is an operation that you wish to perform, search for that item in the Contents to see
the procedure.
Configuration
This guide consists of the following chapters.
 Preparation
Chapter 1
Getting Started:
Introduces an overview of this application, how to use this document, installation, and
settings to get started.
 Running a test
Introduces how to run a test.
Chapter 2
Running Tests:
Explains the process from starting a test to saving the results.
Chapter 3
Mastering the Test Execution Functions:
Introduces various ways to use the application which are useful in daily operation.
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 Creating a method
Introduces an example of how to create a method.
Chapter 4
Creating and Editing Methods:
Introduces how to create a new method and the basic process for editing an existing
file.
Chapter 5
Creating a Single Test Method:
Introduces how to create tensile, compression, bend, peel, creep, and other methods.
Chapter 6
Creating a Cycle Test Method:
Introduces how to create repeated up-and-down methods.
Chapter 7
Creating a Control Test Method:
Introduces how to create tests which perform complex movements.
Chapter 8
Creating a Texture Test Method:
Introduces how to create texture methods for medical foods.
 Analyzing and outputting results

Introduces how to analyze test results and print or output the results to other software.
Chapter 9
Reanalyzing a Test:
Introduces various ways to analyze measured test results.
Chapter 10
Printing and Outputting a Test:
Introduces test report printing and ways to output a report to various software.
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 Settings
Introduces how to configure various software settings.
Chapter 11
Configuring User Accounts:
Introduces how to register users and permission settings for each user.
Chapter 12
Customizing the Main Screen to Make It Easy to Use:
Introduces how to customize the layout of the Main screen and the size of each
window.
Chapter 13
Software Settings:
Introduces how to configure various settings such as Auto Save and the Schedule
Settings.
 Other useful functions

Introduces other useful functions that can be run in TRAPEZIUMX-V.
Chapter 14
Using the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function:
Explains how to use the AGX-V Absolute Position function to adjust the crosshead
position.
Chapter 15
Using the SPC/SQC Function:
This function extracts and aggregates the test results obtained for a certain period
with the TRAPEZIUMX-V to create a histogram or XBar-R control chart.
Chapter 16
Using the Marker Controller Function:
Introduces the [Marker Controller Function] which allows you to record a point during
a test by pressing the "Hardware switch" or [PC keyboard].
Chapter 17
Using the Clearance (height/Length) Measurement Function:
Introduces the two types of clearance detection methods which can be used in
Texture mode.
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Chapter 18
Using the Helpful Texture Software Functions:
Introduces helpful functions that can be used in the texture software.
Chapter 19
Using the Spring Software:
Introduces the optional spring software.
Chapter 20
Using the Compliance Correction:
Introduces the compliance correction.
Chapter 21
Using the USBCam Recording Function:
Introduces the optional USBCam recording function.
Chapter 22
Using the TRAPEZIUMX Format File Viewing Function:
Introduces the TRAPEZIUMX format file viewing function.
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Contents
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... i
Indications Used in This Manual ....................................................................................................... ii
Safety Instructions............................................................................................................................ iii
Warranty .......................................................................................................................................... xiii
Software License Agreement ......................................................................................................... xiv
After-Sales Service and Availability of Replacement Parts ......................................................... xvi
Maintenance, Inspections, and Adjustment .................................................................................. xvi
Disposal Precautions...................................................................................................................... xvi
About This Guide ........................................................................................................................... xvii

Configuration ....................................................................................................................................................xvii
Contents .......................................................................................................................................... xxi
[Preparation] ...................................................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1 Getting Started .................................................................................................................. 2

What You Can Do with TRAPEZIUMX-V and How to Use This Document ........................................................ 3
Installing TRAPEZIUMX-V ................................................................................................................................... 5
Connecting to the Testing Machine ................................................................................................................... 11
Starting up TRAPEZIUMX-V ............................................................................................................................. 15
Exiting TRAPEZIUMX-V .................................................................................................................................... 17
Registering the Testing Machine and Jigs......................................................................................................... 18
[Running a test].................................................................................................................................. 1
Chapter 2 Running Tests ................................................................................................................... 2

Step 1: Turn the Power Supply On ...................................................................................................................... 3
Step 2: Prepare the Test...................................................................................................................................... 4
Step 3: Run the Test ............................................................................................................................................ 5
Step 4: Save the Test Results ............................................................................................................................. 7
Operations That Can Be Performed During a Test ............................................................................................. 8
Recovering Data in an Emergency (Backup Function) ....................................................................................... 9
Volume of Data Which Can Be Saved and Managed ....................................................................................... 10
Chapter 3 Mastering the Test Execution Functions ...................................................................... 11
Select a Method ................................................................................................................................................. 12
Continue Testing After a Test ............................................................................................................................ 13
Enter the Specimen Sizes ................................................................................................................................. 14
To Avoid Damaging a Specimen Before a Test ................................................................................................ 15
Return the Testing Machine to the Original Position ......................................................................................... 16
Redo a Test ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
Add a Specimen ................................................................................................................................................ 18
Test a New Group with the Same Method......................................................................................................... 19
Delete an Untested Row .................................................................................................................................... 20
Change the Specimen Order ............................................................................................................................. 21
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Perform Tests According to a Schedule ............................................................................................................ 22

[Creating a method]......................................................................................................................... 23
Chapter 4 Creating and Editing Methods ....................................................................................... 24

Create a New Method ........................................................................................................................................ 25
Edit an Existing Method ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Chapter 5 Creating a Single Test Method ...................................................................................... 29
Create a Method in Simple Mode ...................................................................................................................... 30
Create a Tensile Method in Normal Mode ......................................................................................................... 32
Create a Tensile Method Using an Extensometer ............................................................................................. 40
Create a Compression Method .......................................................................................................................... 46
Create a Bending Test Method .......................................................................................................................... 51
Create a Tearing and Peeling Test Method ....................................................................................................... 56
Create a Creep Test Method ............................................................................................................................. 61
Chapter 6 Creating a Cycle Test Method ....................................................................................... 69
Create a Simple Cycle Test Method .................................................................................................................. 70
Create a Cycle Test Method with Many Loop Numbers That Also Incorporates the Resistance Value ........... 75
Chapter 7 Creating a Control Test Method .................................................................................... 81
Create a Simple Up-And-Down Method ............................................................................................................ 82
Create a Control Test Method Which Moves in a Step-Wise Manner ............................................................... 86
Chapter 8 Creating a Texture Test Method .................................................................................... 91
Create a Plunger Compression Method ............................................................................................................ 92
Create a Chewiness Test Method ................................................................................................................... 100
[Analyzing and outputting results] ............................................................................................... 111
Chapter 9 Reanalyzing a Test ....................................................................................................... 112

Reanalysis Process ......................................................................................................................................... 113
Open Test ........................................................................................................................................................ 114
Combine Multiple Tests ................................................................................................................................... 114
Analysis Method Selection Guide .................................................................................................................... 115
Change Various Methods All at Once (Reanalyze) - Method Wizard ............................................................. 116
Directly Make Changes on the Main Screen - Quick Setting Panel ................................................................ 117
Change Only Calculation Parameters in the Results Window ........................................................................ 118
Change Pass/Fail Conditions in the Results Window ..................................................................................... 120
Change the Print Order and Enabling/Disabling Printing in the Results Window ........................................... 122
Specify the Data Processing Point on the Chart - PointPicking ...................................................................... 124
Change the Elasticity Slope on the Chart ........................................................................................................ 126
Change the Data Processing Area of the Peel Test on the Chart ................................................................... 128
Change the Peak/Valley Exclusion Force of the Peel Test on the Chart ........................................................ 130
Restore a Result That Was Separately Changed in Reanalyze ...................................................................... 132
Chapter 10 Printing and Outputting a Test .................................................................................. 133
Results Output Selection Guide....................................................................................................................... 134
Print a Report ................................................................................................................................................... 135
Create a Form with a Predetermined Format in Excel (Excel Report) ............................................................ 135
Send Mail ......................................................................................................................................................... 141
Automatically Save to a Network Destination - Network Export ...................................................................... 142
[Settings]........................................................................................................................................ 145
Chapter 11 Configuring User Accounts ....................................................................................... 146

What are User Accounts? ................................................................................................................................ 147
Default User Types .......................................................................................................................................... 148
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What are Original Groups? .............................................................................................................................. 150

Creating a New Group ..................................................................................................................................... 151
Add a User ....................................................................................................................................................... 155
Change User Information................................................................................................................................. 157
Delete a User ................................................................................................................................................... 159
How to Avoid Entering the Login ID and Password During Start Up ............................................................... 161
Chapter 12 Customizing the Main Screen to Make It Easy to Use .............................................. 163
Change the Menu Design ................................................................................................................................ 164
Customize the Toolbars ................................................................................................................................... 165
Change the Size of the Toolbars ..................................................................................................................... 167
Show/Hide the Sensor ..................................................................................................................................... 168
Show/Hide the Charts or Results Screen ........................................................................................................ 168
Change the Size of the Charts or Results Screen ........................................................................................... 169
Change the Alignment of the Charts or Results Screen .................................................................................. 170
Configure the Quick Panel Settings ................................................................................................................. 173
Chapter 13 Software Settings ....................................................................................................... 175
Select the Display Language ........................................................................................................................... 176
Change the Screen Shown During Start Up .................................................................................................... 178
Using the Auto Save Function ......................................................................................................................... 180
Configure the Software and Device Usage Logs ............................................................................................ 182
Configure the Test Schedule ........................................................................................................................... 184
Register Frequently Used Methods ................................................................................................................. 186
[Other useful functions] ................................................................................................................ 189
Chapter 14 Using the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function .................................................... 190

What is the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function? ....................................................................................... 191
Register the Inter-Jig Distance Information of the Jig Used ............................................................................ 192
Inter-Jig Distance Automatic Detection ........................................................................................................... 198
Create a Method to Use the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function .............................................................. 205
Move to the Inter-Jig Distance ......................................................................................................................... 208
Chapter 15 Using the SPC/SQC Function .................................................................................... 213
SPC/SQC Function Usage Settings and Available Functions ......................................................................... 214
Rules of Unusual Judging ................................................................................................................................ 216
Create a New Control Chart ............................................................................................................................ 217
What is a Control Chart (When Using the SPC/SQC Function)? .................................................................... 219
Open SPC/SQC Data File (When Using the SPC/SQC Function) .................................................................. 221
Create a New Histogram and Control Chart .................................................................................................... 222
What is a Histogram? ...................................................................................................................................... 224
What is a Control Chart (When Not Using the SPC/SQC Function)? ............................................................. 225
Open SPC/SQC Data File (When Not Using the SPC/SQC Function) ........................................................... 228
Print a Histogram or Control Chart .................................................................................................................. 229
Save a Histogram or Control Chart as a PDF File .......................................................................................... 229
Save a Histogram and Control Chart ............................................................................................................... 229
Chapter 16 Using the Marker Controller Function ....................................................................... 231
Marker Controller Settings for Software .......................................................................................................... 232
Testing Operations .......................................................................................................................................... 233
Chapter 17 Using the Clearance (height/Length) Measurement Function ................................. 235
An Introduction to Clearance ........................................................................................................................... 236
What is Clearance Origin Detection? .............................................................................................................. 237
How to Create a Method Which Uses Clearance ............................................................................................ 238
Chapter 18 Using the Helpful Texture Software Functions ......................................................... 243
Fill Function for the Energy Calculation Area .................................................................................................. 244
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Average Curve per Batch Display.................................................................................................................... 245

Chapter 19 Using the Spring Software......................................................................................... 247
Spring Software Features ................................................................................................................................ 248
Spring Method Settings ................................................................................................................................... 249
Caution: Display of Digital Values.................................................................................................................... 254
Chapter 20 Using the Compliance Correction ............................................................................. 255
What is compliance correction? ....................................................................................................................... 256
Test process using compliance correction ...................................................................................................... 256
Operating Procedure for the Compliance Correction Mode ............................................................................ 257
Chapter 21 Using the USBCam Recording Function .................................................................. 259
Connecting the USBCam and Recording During Testing ............................................................................... 260
Video Playback ................................................................................................................................................ 263
Saving Photos .................................................................................................................................................. 264
Restrictions ...................................................................................................................................................... 269
Chapter 22 Using the TRAPEZIUMX Format File Viewing Function........................................... 270
Set the testing machine type for the file to open ............................................................................................. 271
Open a TRAPEZIUMX format method file ....................................................................................................... 273
Open a TRAPEZIUMX format test file ............................................................................................................. 275
Index ............................................................................................................................................... 278
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[Preparation]
The [Preparation] section explains the preparation steps to take before using the
TRAPEZIUMX-V.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
Chapter 1
Getting Started
This section explains how to install, start up, and exit TRAPEZIUMX-V to help you get started.
- What You Can Do with TRAPEZIUMX-V and How to Use This Document
- Installing TRAPEZIUMX-V
- Connecting to the Testing Machine
- Starting up TRAPEZIUMX-V
- Exiting TRAPEZIUMX-V
- Registering the Testing Machine and Jigs
NOTE About virus check software
If the virus checking software performs real-time virus scanning, there is a possibility of
causing troubles such as communication error during testing. Please exclude the folders and
processes related to TRAPEZIUMX-V from the subject of virus scan. However, if a failure
occurs even after exclusion, please stop using virus check software.
・TRAPEZIUMX-V Folders
C:\Program Files\Shimadzu\TRAPEZIUMX-V
C:\TRAPEZIUMX-V
・TRAPEZIUMX-V Processes
TRAPEZUIMX-V.exe
NOTE About the port used by TRAPEZIUMX-V
TRAPEZIUMX-V uses the TCP/IP protocol for communication with AGX-V. When using a
firewall, please allow TRAPEZIUMX-V communication. Also, in case of using security
software etc. that restrict communication, please cancel the setting.
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What You Can Do with TRAPEZIUMX-V and How to Use This Document
The TRAPEZIUMX-V software allows you to quickly and easily perform various test related
tasks such as test configuration and execution as well as data analysis output. This section
introduces what you can do with TRAPEZIUMX-V and how to use this document.
Running a test
Run tests one after another
according to methods configured in
advance.
The test data is stored on the PC.

You can also change the number
of tests and the methods.
⇒ See Running a test on p.1
Creating a method
Use the "Method Wizard" to configure
a test.
You can also open existing conditions

to change them.
⇒ See Creating a method on

p.23
Analyzing and outputting

results
You can change the analysis
settings for the test results and
recalculate them.
Results can also be printed or

output to other software.
⇒ See Analyzing and

outputting results
p.111
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User-friendly configuration
Configure security settings such as
restricting which functions can be used
by a user.
You can also customize the screen to

make it easy to use.
⇒ See Settings on p.145
Other helpful functions
Control chart and histogram creation

functions are also available for
statistically analyzing data over a long
period of time.
⇒ See Other useful functions

p.189
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Installing TRAPEZIUMX-V
Install TRAPEZIUMX-V on the PC with the following steps.
1. Insert the TRAPEZIUMX-V Set Up DVD-ROM into the PC and launch [TRAPEZIUMX-
V.vbs] on the DVD-ROM.
2. The Microsoft Access database engine 2010 installation wizard starts. Click [Next].
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3. The license agreement appears. Review the agreement, check [I accept the terms in
"license agreement"] and click [Next].
4. Specify the installation folder and click [INSTALLATION].
If you want to change the installation path, click [reference]. The [Browse for Folder] dialog
appears. Specify the installation folder.
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5. Start the installation. Please wait while the installation progress is displayed.
6. When you have finished installing Microsoft Access database engine 2010, click [OK].
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7. When the Setup Wizard starts up after the [Windows Installer] dialog appears, select
[Next].
8. Specify the install folder.
Click [Browse] to change the install destination. When the [Folder Browse] dialog appears,
specify the install folder.
9. Click [Next].
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10. Start the installation. Select [Next].
11. Please wait a moment when the [Installing TRAPEZIUMX-V] message is displayed.
12. Select [Close] when the [Install completed] message is displayed.
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13. Click the Windows [Start] button and select [All Programs] - [SHIMADZU] -
[TRAPEZIUMX-V]. [Registration of Serial No.] is displayed when TRAPEZIUMX-V starts
up.
Select the type of Testing Machine and software to register and enter the [Serial No].
written on the back of the DVD-ROM case. Select [OK] after entering the information.
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Connecting to the Testing Machine
Configure the TCP/IP settings when the Testing Machine is part of the AGX-V series.
See "Starting up TRAPEZIUMX-V" for more details on how to start up TRAPEZIUMX-V.
 AGX-V series Testing Machine
1. Connect the testing machine and the PC with the included LAN cable.
2. Click the [Start] button and then click [Windows System Tools] → [Control Panel] in
that order from the list of all applications.
3. Click [Network and Internet].
4. Click [Network and Sharing Center].
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5. Click [Change adapter settings] on the left side.
6. Right-click the icon to use for the AGX-V connection then click [Properties] in the menu
which is displayed.
7. Click [Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)] under the [This connection uses the
following items] list and then click the [Properties] button.
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8. Click [Use the following IP address] and enter the IP address and subnet mask.
IP address: 192.168.2.1
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
9. Click the [OK] button.

10. Close all of the previously opened dialogs and windows.
Note
When changing the IP address with AGX-V, it is necessary to change the PC side IP address.
Configure the AGX-V and PC to be in the same subnet.
Note
Some personal computers have software installed to optimize LAN communication, which
may affect communication with the AGX-V. Disable/OFF the software setting.
Software examples : HP Velocity
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Note
If you are using a different network adapter to connect to the Internet or intranet at the same
time as the AGX-V, and you are having problems connecting to the Internet or intranet, set
the interface metrics manually as follows:.
⚫ AGX-V side network adapter interface metrics 200
⚫ Internal LAN side network adapter interface metrics 100*
* Set a lower value than the AGX-V side.
<Opening the Interface Metrics Configuration Screen>

1. Select the gear icon "Settings" from the Windows mark in the lower left corner of the
screen.
2. Select "Network & Internet".
3. Select "Change adapter options".
4. From the list of network drivers, select "CONNECTING" connected to the network, right-
click and select "Properties".
5. Select "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPV4)".
6. Select "Properties".
7. Select "Advanced…".
8. Uncheck the bottom item "Automatic metric".
9. Enter a value in the "Interface metric" field and select "OK".
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Starting up TRAPEZIUMX-V
1. Click the Windows [Start] button and select [All Programs] - [SHIMADZU] - [TRAPEZIUMX-
V].
2. The [Login] dialog is displayed.
Enter the Login ID and password, and click [OK].

The default Login ID and password are as follows. Add users as necessary.
Login ID Password Permissions
admin admin Administrator
(Able to use all functions.)
tester tester Test Director (Able to create new methods
and perform tests.)
user user General users
(Only able to perform tests.)
: "Add a User"
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3. Set the Machine No. when starting up this software for the first time.
Click [OK].
When [Testing machine] and [Machine No.] are displayed, click [OK].
Note
When registering a new testing machine, temporarily exit TRAPEZIUMX-V and execute the
process again from [Step 1].
If you are unable to connect to the Testing Machine, make a selection when [Testing
Machine ] and [Machine No.] are displayed.
4. When the software starts up for the first time, a dialog appears asking if you wish to use the
SPC/SQC function. Click [Yes] to use the SPC/SQC function.
: "Using the SPC/SQC Function"
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5. Click [OK] to display the [TRAPEZIUMX-V Home] window.
You can run the second TRAPEZIUMX-V for data analysis. You cannot open the same file
with two TRAPEZIUMX-V. In addition, the TRAPEZIUMX-V, which is launched the second
time, has limited functions.
Do not open more than two TRAPEZIUMX-Vs simultaneously. (One online, one offline)
Exiting TRAPEZIUMX-V
Select [File] - [Close]. If the file has been changed, a confirmation message is displayed.
Alternatively, you can click [Exit] in the [TRAPEZIUMX-V Home] window.
If you select [File] - [Logout], you are returned to step 2 and the [Login] dialog is displayed.
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Registering the Testing Machine and Jigs
Register your Testing Machine and jigs when using TRAPEZIUMX-V for the first time. When
they are registered, you can select the jig information to use in a method.
 How do I register a jig?
1. Create a simple method to display the Main window.

: "Creating a method"
2. Select [Hardware] - [Register Testing Machine and Configuration].

3. Register your equipment when the [Testing Machine and Configuration Registration] dialog
is displayed.
: Software Reference Manual "Registration of Testing Machines and Jigs

Dialog"
You can also register jigs from the hardware menu of the test method screen.
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[Running a test]
The [Running a test] section explains the actual procedure for performing a test and the
various operating procedures during a test.
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Chapter 2 Running Tests
Chapter 2
Running Tests
This section explains the basic procedure for performing a test using TRAPEZIUMX-V.
- Step 1: Turn the Power Supply On
- Step 2: Prepare the Test
- Step 3: Run the Test
- Step 4: Save the Test Results
- Operations That Can Be Performed During a Test
- Recovering Data in an Emergency (Backup Function)
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Step 1: Turn the Power Supply On
First, we will explain the procedure by turning the power supply on and then starting
TRAPEZIUMX-V.
1. Turn the Testing Machine power supply on.

2. Turn the PC power supply on.
3. Double-click the desktop icon to start up "TRAPEZIUMX-V."
4. The [TRAPEZIUMX-V Home] window is displayed after the Login ID and password are
entered.
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Step 2: Prepare the Test
After TRAPEZIUMX-V starts up, select "which test to run" and follow the procedure up to
"displaying the test execution screen."
1. Click [Select Method and Test].
Click
You can also double-click the Quick Method List.
There are also other ways to select a method. Please use the preferred method.
: "Select a Method"
2. The Test Wizard is displayed. Select a method.
: Software Reference Manual "Test Wizard"
3. Click "Finish."
4. The [TRAPEZIUMX-V Main] window is displayed.
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Step 3: Run the Test
When the test has been prepared, you can continuously perform the test for the required
number of runs. The procedure is as follows.
1. Prepare the required number of specimens.

2. Move the Testing Machine to the setting position of the specimen.
Right-click the test force sensor display to perform the test force calibration.
Right-click the test force and stroke sensor display to reset the test force and stroke to zero.
Click To Zero
3. Set the first specimen in the Testing Machine.
4. Press the Start button on the Testing Machine. Alternatively, you can select , and
then [Test] - [Test Control] - [Start] in the software.
5. The test is executed. Numbers and charts are displayed during the test.
Displays real time

measurement values
Displays the Testing
Machine status
Displays charts
in real time
See the following page for operations that can be performed during a test.
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: "Operations That Can Be Performed During a Test"
6. When the test is completed, the test result will be calculated and displayed in the [Result]
window.
Displays the result

after the test.
Displays rows for the

The arrow moves to the set number of test runs.
next specimen to test.
7. Return the Testing Machine to the original position.

8. Set the second specimen in the Testing Machine.
9. Repeat steps 4 through 7 using the same procedure for the number of prepared test runs.
You can print or output the results to other software at any time.
: "Analyzing and outputting results"
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Step 4: Save the Test Results
The test result can be saved to the PC. The procedure for saving the result, etc. is as follows.
1. Select [File] - [Save As] - [Result].

To overwrite a previously saved result, click [File] - [Save] or [Save] on the toolbar.
2. The [Save Result] dialog is displayed.

3. Enter the file name and click [Save].
: Software Reference Manual "Save As Test Dialog"
You can continue to perform tests through various methods even after the register number of
test runs is finished.
: "Continue Testing After a Test"
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Operations That Can Be Performed During a Test
During a test, most operations cannot be performed to allow for high-speed communication
with the Testing Machine, but the following operations can be performed.
Pause the Stop the Testing

Testing Machine Machine
Switch to any stroke speed

Stop the Testing (Quick setting panel)
Machine
Temporarily stop the

Testing Machine
The following operations can also be performed in addition to those listed above.
- [Test] - [Test Control] - [Stop], or [Test] - [Test Control] - [Pause]
- To remove the extensometer, [Test] - [Test Control] - [Remove Extensometer]
: "Configure the Quick Panel Settings"
Note
If you operate other applications during the test, the TRAPEZIUMX-V may become unstable.
Do not use other applications.
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Recovering Data in an Emergency (Backup Function)
If the PC suddenly becomes unstable and you exit the software without saving, you can
recover the data for the test which was previously performed. Please note that the backup
file will be overwritten if the next test is done.
 Data recovery procedure
1. Select [File] - [Open] - [Result]. The [Open Result] dialog is displayed.

: Software Reference Manual "Open Test Dialog"
2. Navigate to [TRAPEZIUMX-V] - [BackupData] on the drive where TRAPEZIUMX-V is

installed.
If it is installed in "C:\Program Files\SHIMADZU\TRAPEZIUMX-V", the path is
"C:\TRAPEZIUMX-V\BackupData."
3. Select the [BackUpData.***] file and click [Open].

4. The results are displayed in the Main window. Save the results.
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Volume of Data Which Can Be Saved and Managed
If there is a massive volume of data due to the tested measurement results, the software
processing may become extremely slow and unstable.
In particular, when performing tests with a short sampling interval, long operation time, or a
large number of test runs, check if any of the following restrictions apply.
■Restrictions
The volume of measurement data which can be retained as a test result is a file with a
maximum size of about 4.8 GB for a personal computer with 8 GB memory
Use the following table as a guideline for a data volume of 4.8 GB.
Sampling interval Total measurement time

0.1 msec Approx. 20 minutes
1 msec Approx. 180 minutes
10 msec Approx. 1600 minutes (approx. 26.6 hours)
100 msec Approx. 120 hours (approx. 5 days)
* The sampling interval which can be configured as a condition differs according to the
Testing Machine. For more details, refer to the "Sampling" section in the Software
Reference Manual.
* These guidelines are examples which measured only the sensor [force] and [stroke].
* When performing multiple tests, use the total measurement time as a guideline.
If you are close to reaching the limit, do not use that file to continue testing. Create a new file
and perform the test again.
Note
If an extensometer, width meter, or other sensor is used, the retained measurement data will
increase, and you may reach the capacity restriction in a shorter period of time than shown in the
table.
When performing tests with a short sampling interval, long operation time, or a large number of
test runs, be sure to frequently save the test results in a file and check the file size.
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Chapter 3
Mastering the Test Execution Functions
TRAPEZIUMX-V has many functions for the flexible operation of daily customer tests. The
various functions are explained below.
- Select a Method
- Continue Testing After a Test
- Enter the Specimen Sizes
- To Avoid Damaging a Specimen Before a Test
- Return the Testing Machine to the Original Position
- Redo a Test
- Add a Specimen
- Test a New Group with the Same Method
- Delete an Untested Row
- Change the Specimen Order
- Perform Tests According to a Schedule
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Chapter 3 Mastering the Test Execution Functions
Select a Method
Select a method created in advance before running the test.

There are several ways to select a method in TRAPEZIUMX-V. Select the approach which
suits your situation from the following flowchart.
Are there many types of methods?
Yes No
Do you often change methods?
Yes No
"Select Method and Test

button"
You can easily select the method
with the search function. You can
select and test immediately.
:
Software Reference Manual "Test
Wizard"
"Edit Method button"

"Quick Method List"
You can easily select the method You can select a method set in
with the search function. You can advance with one touch.
change the method.
:
Software Reference Manual "Quick
:
Method List settings dialog"
Software Reference Manual "Method
Wizard"
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Continue Testing After a Test
There are several ways to efficiently and continuously perform multiple tests in
TRAPEZIUMX-V. Select the approach which suits your situation from the following flowchart.
Did the set number of test runs finish?
Yes No
Do you wish to add the number of runs?

[Start] button
Directly continue
Yes No testing.
Use the same methods?
No
Increase the number

Select Method and Test button
of runs [File] - [New] - [Run a test]
Yes
: You can easily select the method
"Add a Specimen" with the search function.
You can select and test
immediately.
:
Software Reference Manual "Test
Wizard"
"Next test button"

Selecting [Test] - [Next test] clears the screen and finishes the preparations
for the next test.
:
"Test a New Group with the Same Method"
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Enter the Specimen Sizes
 You can enter the specimen sizes for the following purposes, for example.
I want to calculate the stress and strain.
I want to record the tested specimen data together with the test result.
 When can the specimen sizes be entered?

The sizes can be entered at any time before or after the test.
If stress or strain control is to be performed, input data before the test.
 What windows can be used to enter the specimen sizes?

- I want to easily change the specimen sizes only
Specimen Sizes button

The input screen is displayed from [Test] - [Specimen Sizes].
: Software Reference Manual "Test Wizard - Specimen Dialog"
- Enter frequent changes directly from the Main window
Quick Panel settings

The input screen is displayed on the Main screen.
: Software Reference Manual "Quick Panel Settings Dialog"
- I want to change other methods at the same time
ReAnalyze button
The Method Wizard is displayed from [Test] - [ReAnalyze].
: Software Reference Manual "Method Wizard - System Dialog"
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To Avoid Damaging a Specimen Before a Test
You can avoid damaging the specimen through the application of an abnormal load before the
test by using the "Force Zero Hold Function."
 It can be used in the following situation.

When the specimen is extremely brittle
 Set the function with the following procedure.
1. Display the Main screen to prepare the test.

2. Select [Test] - [Test Control] - [Force Zero Hold].
3. The Testing Machine automatically moves so that the force = 0 at all times.
4. The test can be started from [Start].
The Force Zero Hold can be stopped with [Stop].

From the specimen protection settings in the hardware settings, you can change the
desired test force or protection speed.
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Return the Testing Machine to the Original Position
The Testing Machine can be returned to the test starting position after one test has finished.
 How do I return it manually?

Select [Test] - [Test Control] - [Return].
 How do I return it automatically after the test?

Set the method's [After test] setting to [Return].
: Software Reference Manual "Method Wizard - Testing Dialog"
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Redo a Test
 It can be used in the following situation

If you wish to redo an incorrect test, you can use the "ReTest Function" to repeat the test.
The result is overwritten in the same location as the incorrect result.
 Set the function using the following procedure.
1. Double-click the far left row of the specimen that you wish to retest in the Results
window.
You can also select the specimen that you wish to retest from [Test] - [ReTest] or by
right-clicking the specimen and selecting [Re-Test this specimen].
2. The [ReTest] dialog is displayed.

3. Enter the specimen sizes as needed and click [OK].
4. When the test is run, the results are displayed in the same field.
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Add a Specimen
Specimens can be added when all of the registered number of test runs are finished.
 Change the No of Batches and Qty/Batch.
Specimen Sizes button

The input screen is displayed from [Test] - [Specimen Sizes].
: Software Reference Manual "Test Wizard - Specimen Dialog"
or
ReAnalyze button
The Method Wizard is displayed from [Test] - [ReAnalyze].
: Software Reference Manual "Method Wizard - System Dialog"
 Insert one specimen only in any location.

Insert the specimen in the Results window with the following procedure.
1. Right-click the line above the specimen that you wish to add.
2. Select [Insert]. The specimen is added below the selected line.
You can also add it from [Edit] - [Insert].
 Add just one specimen at the end of a batch.

Add the specimen in the Results window with the following procedure.
1. Right-click above the batch specimen that you wish to add.

2. Select [Add Specimen].
The specimen is added to the end of the selected batch.
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Test a New Group with the Same Method

With the "Next test function", you can run a new test with the exact same conditions and
number of runs when the registered number of test runs have all finished.
1. Select [Test] - [Next test].

2. The on-screen charts and results are cleared, and the test is prepared.
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Delete an Untested Row

When the number of tests performed is less than the number of runs registered in
advance, you can delete the lines which are not tested on the screen.
Add the specimen in the Results window with the following procedure.
1. Right-click over the line that you wish to delete.

2. Select [Delete this specimen]. The selected line is deleted.
Untested lines are not printed by the report printing function even if they are not deleted.
Lines which perform the next test are not deleted.
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Change the Specimen Order

When an earlier specimen is delivered later because the test execution order was wrong
and you want to change the order of the test results afterwards.
1. Click the [Name] of the specimen that you wish to change.

2. When the mouse is moved to the edge of the Name cell, the cursor changes to a [+]
mark.
3. Drag the line to the desired location while pressing the left mouse button.
4. A confirmation message is displayed when the mouse button is released.
5. Click [Yes] to move the specimen.
The specimen cannot be moved to the top line.
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Perform Tests According to a Schedule
You can call up a method and perform tests according to a predetermined order.

When the person who creates the test schedule is not the person who actually runs the
tests.
First organize and decide the testing schedule and methods for one day to have the
operator perform the tests in order according to those instructions.
1. Select [File] - [New] - [Executes scheduled tasks].

2. The methods registered in the schedule are automatically called up, and the tests are
prepared.
How do I check the schedule?

Select [Tools] - [Schedule Settings]. The [Schedule Settings] dialog is displayed.
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[Creating a method]
The [Creating a method] section explains settings for tests, in other words, the procedure for
creating a method, by providing various examples.
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Chapter 4 Creating and Editing Methods
Chapter 4
Creating and Editing Methods
This chapter explains the steps for creating a new method and opening an existing method file
to edit it.
- Create a New Method
- Edit an Existing Method File
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Create a New Method
This section explains the operation steps to create a new method.
1. Start up TRAPEZIUMX-V.
Double-click the desktop icon to start up "TRAPEZIUMX-V " and display the
[TRAPEZIUMX-V Home] window.
2. Click . The [Method Wizard] is displayed.
You can achieve the same result by performing the following operation while the [Main]
window is displayed.
[File] - [New] - [Method], [New] - [Method] on the toolbar, and [Create New Method] on the
Navigation Bar
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Click the tab that

you wish to set
Move to the left tab Move to the right tab

with the [Return] button with the [Next] button
Click the tab you wish to set or click [Next] and [Return] to configure the settings.
3. Click one of the following buttons depending on the subsequent operations.

- To immediately run a test with the configured method:
- To save the method and return to Home:
- To stop creating the method and return to Home:
- To save the method once and continue creating the method:

You can also save the method file from [File] - [Save As] - [Method] and [File] - [Save].
By selecting [File] - [Save as default condition], it is possible to save the created method as
the default method as default value when creating a new method.
You can switch to the tab view by clicking and dragging the window name in the upper left
corner of each window and overlapping other windows. You can also click and drag the tab
name in the tab view to clear the tab view.
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Edit an Existing Method
This section explains the steps for opening an existing method file to edit it.
Double-click the desktop icon to start up "TRAPEZIUMX-V" and display the

[TRAPEZIUMX-V Home] window.
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2. Click . The [Method Wizard] is displayed.
You can achieve the same result by performing the following operation while the [Main]
window is displayed.
[File] - [Open] - [Method], [Open] - [Method] on the toolbar, [Edit a method] on the
Navigation Bar, or [File] - [Recent Methods]
Click the tab that

you wish to set
Move to the left tab with Move to the right tab

the [Return] button with the [Next] button
Click the tab you wish to set or click [Next] and [Return] to configure the settings.
3. Click one of the following buttons depending on the subsequent operations.

- To immediately perform a test with the configured method:
- To save the method and return to Home:
- To stop editing the method and return to Home:
- To save the method once and continue editing the method:

You can also save the method file from [File] - [Save As] - [Method] and [File] - [Save].
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Chapter 5
Creating a Single Test Method
This chapter explains how to create a test method which can be run on a single piece of
software.
- Create a Method in Simple Mode
- Create a Tensile Method in Detail Mode
- Create a Tensile Method Using an Extensometer
- Create a Compression Method
- Create a Bending Method
- Create a Tearing and Peeling Method
- Create a Creep Method
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Chapter 5 Creating a Single Test Method
Create a Method in Simple Mode
When Simple Mode is used, you can immediately perform a test just by entering the Test Type
and Test Speed.
1. Mode selection
In the upper left of the "Test Methods" wizard, select the Simple mode from the Mode
Selector. Select [OK] when the confirmation screen appears.
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2. Simple Mode
Enter the Test Type, Limit, Unit, and Stroke Speed.
- Test Type
Select Tensile or Compression. The Force Polarity and Force Direction automatically
change according to the selection.
- Force Limit, Stroke Limit
Configure the Force Limit and Stroke Limit for safety reasons.
- Unit
You may select SI, Metric, and English.
- Stroke Speed
Enter the Stroke Speed.
- Break Detection
Check this option to detect breakage of the specimen.
(Break Detection condition: Sensitivity: 10%, Level% FS: 0.02%, Level% MAX: OFF.)
"Max_Force" and "Break_Displacement" are automatically registered as data processing

items.
If you want to process other data, recalculate to add.
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Create a Tensile Method in Normal Mode
This section explains the basic process of method creation while creating a method to perform
a tensile test.
If the Simple Mode is selected, switch to the Normal Mode.
Refer to the "TRAPEZIUMX-V Software Reference Manual" for more details about each dialog.
Maximum Force
Breaking
Force
• Test Speed 50 mm/min

Force (N)
• Stop testing at specimen

breakage
Break • Number of test runs: 10
Displacement • Calculate the result for the
figure to the left
• Calculate the average value
• Put the following in the report
Disp. (mm) Specimen
Result
Graphs
Specimen is a dumbbell-shaped Test Date
rubber specimen Product group number
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1. System dialog
Configure the basic settings such as the Test Type and Unit.
- Test Mode/Test Type
Select as shown below. [Force Polarity] and [Force Direction] are automatically
selected, so they do not need to be selected.
However, change the settings when the Testing Machine is [Lower Tensile].
- Unit
Batch configure the units commonly used for the sensor values, charts, and results on
the Main screen.
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2. Sensor dialog
Configure the Force and Stroke limits as well as the sensor types displayed on the Main
screen when changing them from the default settings.
Optional Equipments are not used with this method, so the extensometer and other settings
do not need to be configured.
3. Testing dialog
Configure the Testing Machine operations. For this method, configure the operations shown
below.
Speed 50 mm/min
Detect breakage and stop testing
Configure the sections indicated in the figure below.
Enter "50" in the

Speed field.
Disp. Origin
[0.3%/FS]
Check the Break

Detection.
The sampling interval differs

according to the Testing Machine.
We recommend the default value.
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4. Specimen dialog
Enter the specimen material, shape, number, and size.
The items (thickness, width, When the material is selected,

etc.) for the size entry field on only material-related items are
the right side change depending displayed in the following Data
on the selected shape. Processing section.
Enter the number

of specimens.
Measure and enter the

size. It can be changed
after the test.
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5. Data Processing dialog

Select the required Data Processing Items. For this method, select the following items.
Max_Force
Break_Force
Break_Stroke
(2) Configure the parameters (1) Click
(5) Check the average value
Check "Force" and "Stroke"

here
(3) Check the required sensor types.
(4) Hit OK to set in the
Check [Force] and [Stroke] here upper right fields
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6. Chart dialog
Set the scale of charts displayed during testing and whether to show multiple curves
(overlay) at the same time.
• Show multiple curves at the same time?

• Shift by how many scale marks to display?
Configure the settings above.
Set the maximum and

minimum values of the X-Axis
and Y-Axis.
If a small value is set, it
automatically changes to the
optimal scale during testing.
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7. Report dialog
Enter the information to print in the report and configure the layout.
Change the sample report displayed under the default settings.
For this method, create the following type of report.
Item Description Required operation
(1) Title Report of test results Change the characters in the "Title field"
(2) Test Date April 30, 2018 Select from a list in the "Header Items field"
(3) Key Word TPA-3561 Enter the keyword into the "Header Items field"
(4) Specimen size (Already configured) None (automatically configured by sample)
(5) Result (Automatically calculated None (automatically configured by sample)
after the test)
(6) Chart (Displayed during the test) None (automatically configured by sample)
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(1) Title entry
Double-click
the title field.
Enter characters
into the title entry
field and click OK.
(2) Test Date setting

(3) Key Word entry
A header item sample is displayed.

Double-click here.
The [Header Items] dialog is displayed.
Automatically inserted
during printing.
Click here and select Also enter the description.

• Test Date
• Key Word
from the list.
Click OK.
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Create a Tensile Method Using an Extensometer
This section explains the process of creating a method to perform a tensile test using an
extensometer.
Elasticity
Force (N)
• Specimen is plastic
breakage
• Number of test runs: 3 cycles
for 1 group of 5 units
• Calculate the elasticity
(Three significant digits)
Disp. (mm)
Use the Testing Machine

extensometer up to
5 mm
stroke after 5 mm
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User Guide
1. System dialog
- Unit
the Main screen. Set the number of digits for the elasticity as follows.
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2. Sensor dialog
Configure the extensometer from this dialog.
Click the extensometer tab and configure the following settings.
• Select [Channel] when

inserting products such as the
Shimadzu SSG extensometer
into the internal amplifier of
the Testing Machine.
• Set [Aux] when inputting the
voltage from a separate
Check Set.
amplifier.
Full Scale:
For example,
enter "10% of 50 =
Limit: 5 mm" in the case
Set how far to measure
of the SSG50-10.
with the extensometer.
Measures the crosshead Gauge length

travel distance of the For example,
testing machine after this enter "50" in the case of
point. the SSG50-10.
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3. Testing dialog
below.
Speed 1 mm/min
Enter "1" for the speed.
Select "0.3%/FS"
for [Disp. Origin].
Check the Break

Detection box.
The sampling interval differs

according to the Testing Machine.
We recommend the default value.
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4. Specimen dialog
In this section, configure one group of five specimens for three cycles.
When a material is selected, only items

corresponding to the material are displayed in
the following "Data Processing Items."
Enter 3 in the No
of Batches and 5
in the Qty/Batch.
The items (thickness,

width, etc.) for the size
entry field on the right
side change depending
on the specified shape.
Measure and enter the sizes.

They can also be changed
after the test.
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Elastic_Standard
Click
Here we solve for the elasticity between an [Elasticity 1 strain] of "0.05%, 0.25%."
Select Ext.1 (Strain).

Enter P2 and P3.
Click OK
6. Chart and Report dialogs

Configure as needed.
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Create a Compression Method
This section explains the process of creating a method to perform compression loading up to
the specified displacement.
Stress (N/mm2)
10 mm

• Load up to a displacement of 10 mm
• Initial height of the specimen =
Strain (%) 10 mm
• Solve for the stress at a strain of
20%
• Solve for the stress at a strain of
50%
Height
10 mm
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User Guide
1. System dialog
Caution
When selecting [Compression], [Bending], [Compliance] for the test type, a warning screen
will be displayed.
Since the stroke limit of the sensor tab is set to 0, set the stroke movement amount according
to the test for safety.
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- Unit
the Main screen.
2. Sensor dialog
Optional Equipments are not used with this method, so extensometer and other settings do
not need to be configured.
3. Testing dialog
below.
Speed 10 mm/min
Test finishes when the stroke reaches 10 mm
Enter "10" in the

Speed field
Select [0.3%/FS]
for Disp. Origin Set the target stroke to 10 mm.
Specify the parameters as follows.
• Sensor
• Stroke
• 10
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4. Specimen dialog
Enter the specimen material, shape, required number, and size.
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Stress at a strain of 20%
Stress at a strain of 50%
Solve for the stress when the [Stroke(Strain)] is "20%."
Click
• Select Stroke(Strain)
• Enter 20%
Click OK
Configure the settings in the same way for a stress of 50%.

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Create a Bending Test Method
This section explains the process of creating a method to perform a general bending test.
Bend strength • Test Speed 2 mm/min

Stress (Mpa)
breakage
Bend breaking • Number of test runs: 10
strain • Span 64 mm
• Specimen thickness = 4 mm
• Specimen width = 10 mm
Strain (%) • Solve for the bend strength
• Solve for the bend breaking
strain
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1. System dialog
Caution
If you select [3 point bend] as the test type, it is necessary to set the stroke limit for safety.
Refer to p47 of "Create a Compression Method".
- Unit
the Main screen. Set the "Stress = MPa" here.
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2. Sensor dialog
3. Testing dialog
below.
Speed 2 mm/min
Enter "2" for

the Speed
Select [0.3%/FS]
for Disp. Origin
Check the Break Detection box.
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4. Specimen dialog
Enter the specimen material, shape, number, and size. Configure the number of digits for
the size here.
Thickness number of digits: 2 decimal points
Width number of digits: 1 decimal point
Set the number of digits for the size with the following procedure.
(1) Click anywhere in

the row to specify the
(2) Click this button.
number of digits.
Set in the dialog which
is displayed.
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Bend strength = Max_Stress
Bend fracture strain = Break_Stroke(Strain)
Click each
Click
to set.each to set.

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Create a Tearing and Peeling Test Method
This section explains the process of creating a method to perform a tearing and peeling test.

• Pulling stops at a displacement of
3 MAX peaks 30 mm.
• Find the three highest curve
peaks and their average.
Force (N)
• Find the three lowest curve

peaks and their average.
• However, do not include the
3 MIN peaks peaks within the range of 4 mm
from the test start point and 3
mm from the end point.
• Detect the peaks when the force
Delete 4 mm Disp. (mm) Count back variation is 3% or more of the test
from the 3 mm from the full-scale.
beginning end and delete
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1. System dialog
Select the Test Mode and Test Type as shown below. [Force Polarity] and [Force
Direction] are automatically selected, so they do not need to be selected.
- Unit
the Main screen.
2. Sensor dialog
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3. Testing dialog
below.
Speed 30 mm/min
Stops at a stroke of 30 mm
Enter "30" in the

Speed field
Select [0.3%/FS]
for Disp. Origin
Set the target stroke to 30 mm.
Specify the parameters as follows.
• Sensor
• Stroke
• 30
Turn all Break Detection settings OFF.
4. Specimen dialog
Enter the number of specimens and the sizes.
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Set the following required methods in data processing.
Three highest peaks and the average
Three lowest peaks and the average
Set the peak where the force variation (sensitivity) is 3% or more of the force full-scale
Exclude 4 mm from the beginning and 3 mm from the end
Peak minimum Sensitivity 3%/FS

and mean
Peak maximum
and mean
4 mm from the beginning = Start point: Stroke 4 mm

3 mm from the end = End point: Stroke from End Point 3 mm
These settings can also be changed on the chart after the test.
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Select the top three

maximum peaks and
minimum peaks from the list.

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Create a Creep Test Method
This section explains the process of creating a method to perform a creep test (force constant
hold).
Hold time of 10 hours • Specimen is plastic

• Constant force retention at a force
of 100 N
• Hold time of 10 hours
Strain
• Measure the strain for each fixed

time period
• Solve for the creep elasticity at the
time of the angle
(Creep elasticity =
Retention stress/Strain at each time)
Time (hrs)
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1. System dialog
Select the Test Type as needed. [Force Polarity] and [Force Direction] are
automatically selected, so they do not need to be selected.
- Unit
the Main screen.
Set the strain unit to [/s (dimensionless)] and the time unit to [hs (time)].
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2. Sensor dialog
Optional Equipments are not used with this method, so extensometer and other settings do
not need to be configured.
Numerical values for the [Strain] and [Time] can also be displayed on the main screen
during testing.
3. Testing dialog
below.
Speed 10 mm/min
Constant force hold at 100 N
Hold time of 10 hours
Sampling Interval = 5 seconds (5000 msec)
(Set a long interval, because it is a long duration test)
Set the force

hold in area 2.
Enter "10" in the Speed field
Select [0.3%/FS] for Disp. Origin
Enter 10 hours
for the Duration.
Enter 100 N for the

Target Force.
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Turn all Break Detection

settings OFF.
Set Sampling Interval =

5000 msec.
4. Specimen dialog
The items (thickness, When the material is selected,

width, etc.) on the right only material-related items are
side change depending displayed in the following Data
Enter the
on the specified shape. Processing section.
required number.
Measure and enter the size.

You can change it after the test.
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Strain at 1, 2, 5, and 10 hours after the hold
Creep elasticity for each time
Here, we introduce how to solve for the strain and creep elasticity one hour after the hold.
Strain one hour after the hold
Select
Hold_Preset1. Set "2" to hold in
"Area2" of Setup
Testing.
Click OK after
setting.
Check the Enter the time after

Stroke(Strain) box. the hold.
Creep elasticity 1 hour after the hold ⇒ Create Define Formula

Creep elasticity (N/mm2) = Stress/Strain one hour later at 500 N
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Click here to show

the following formula
dialog.
Check here after

defining the formula.
Enter the name Enter the unit
This is the stress Divide by the strain
Double-click here to insert these

items into the formula.
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6. Chart dialog
To view the strain changes, configure the "Strain - Time Chart" display settings.
Set the X-Axis to [Time].

Set the Y-Axis to It can also be set as a
[Stroke(Strain)]. logarithmic axis.
7. Report dialog
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Chapter 6
Creating a Cycle Test Method
This chapter explains how to create a test method which can be run on cycle software.
- Create a Simple Cycle Test Method
- Create a Cycle Test Method with Many Loop Numbers That Also Incorporates the
Resistance Value
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Chapter 6 Creating a Cycle Test Method
Create a Simple Cycle Test Method
This section explains the process of creating a method to solve for the hysteresis in a
compression cycle test which requires a Pre-Test.
Pre-Test: 2 cycles
Force (N)
Time (sec)
• Pre-Test of 2 cycles up to 50 N
This test • This test also has a load up to
50 N
Force (N)
• 1 cycle
• 3 test runs
Hysteresis • Calculate the hysteresis
(two decimal points)
Disp. (mm)
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User Guide
1. System dialog
Caution
If you select [Compression] as the test type, it is necessary to set the stroke limit for safety.
- Unit
the Main screen. Set the hysteresis figures as the [Energy figures].
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2. Sensor dialog
Set the Force and Stroke Limits if needed.
[Cycle] is automatically added to the [Sensor on Main] screen. It displays the current cycle
during testing.
3. Testing dialog
below.
Speed 10 mm/min
Pre-Cycle up to 50 N, two cycles
One cycle up to 50 N for this test as well
Configure the settings shown in the figure below.
Set each of the Set the Number

Durations to "0." of Cycles to "1."
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4. Specimen dialog
The items (diameter, etc.) for the size

entry field on the right side change
depending on the specified shape.
In the case of compression,

changing the material has
no effect on other screens.
Measure and enter the size.
You can change it after the test.

Click [Hysteresis].
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[Hysteresis] has no parameters. Check the [Enabled] box to set pass/fail options and enter
the upper and lower limits.
Click [OK].

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Create a Cycle Test Method with Many Loop Numbers That Also Incorporates
the Resistance Value
This section explains the process of creating a method for a bend cycle test with 999 cycles
that incorporates the resistance value with an analog signal.
Obtain data once for every 10 cycles Total loop number: 999 cycles
Stroke (mm)
Time (sec)
Specimen and bend jig
• Loop for 999 cycles between 0-5 mm
Input the • Introduce the resistance value into
resistance the Testing Machine with an analog
value with signal (voltage)
an analog • Test finishes if the resistance value
signal exceeds 50 Ω
• Simultaneously monitor the force and
resistance value changes on the
same chart
Ohmmeter
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1. System dialog
Caution
If you select [3 point bend] as the test type, it is necessary to set the stroke limit for safety.
- Unit
the Main screen.
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2. Sensor dialog
Configure the settings to introduce the resistance value with an analog signal (voltage).
(3) Select [Aux] to introduce

an analog signal. (4) Enter any name.
(5) Select this option.
(2) Check the Set box. (6) Enter the

resistance value at
0 V in Disp. Origin.
(1) Click the Other tab. (7) Enter the

(8) Enter the unit. resistance value at
5 V in Full Scale.
Note
Calibration of the analog input is also required on the Testing Machine side.
Refer to the "Hardware Selfcheck and Settings Guide."
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3. Testing dialog
below.
Number of Cycles: 999 cycles
MIN = 0 mm, MAX = 5 mm
Speed 10 mm/min
Test finishes at a resistance value of 50 Ω
Speed 10 mm/min Number of Cycles:

999 cycles
Maximum of 5 mm
Minimum of 0 mm
Finishes at a resistance value of 50 Ω.
4. Specimen dialog
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Configure the settings to measure once every 10 cycles.
Select the [Max_Force] of each cycle for the data processing item.
Select
Max_Force
Obtain the data for cycles

1, 11, 21, 31, ...., 991
with this setting
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6. Chart dialog
Configure the settings to simultaneously monitor the changes in force and resistance on
one chart.
Configure a two-axis chart.
Y-Axis: Force (N)
Y2-Axis: Resistance value (Ω)
X-Axis: Time (sec)
Set the X-Axis

as the Time.
Check the Y2-Axis box

and set the Channel to
Resistance value.
7. Report dialog
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Chapter 7
Creating a Control Test Method
This chapter explains how to create a test method which can be run in control software.
- Create a Simple Up-And-Down Method
- Create a Control Test Method Which Moves in a Step-Wise Manner
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Chapter 7 Creating a Control Test Method
Create a Simple Up-And-Down Method
This section explains the process of creating a simple up-and-down method.
Load up to 25 N
• After the load of up to 25 N,
return to stroke 0
Force (N)
Force at a • After continuing with a load

strain of 50% of up to 25 N,
return to force 0
• Record the force at a strain
Return to
of 50% during the unloading
stroke = 0
Time (sec)
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1. System dialog
- Unit
the Main screen.
2. Sensor dialog
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3. Testing dialog
below.
Go up to a force of 25 N at a speed of 300 mm/min
Go down to a stroke of 0 mm at a speed of 300 mm/min
Go up to a force of 25 N Go down to 0 mm.

• [Up] is initially selected. • Select [Down].
• Enter 300 for the Speed • Enter 300 for the Speed
• Change point: • Change point:
Select [Channel] Select [Channel]
Select [Force] Select [Stroke]
Enter [25] Enter [0]

settings OFF.
4. Specimen dialog
Enter the specimen shape, number, and size.
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Force at a strain of 50% during unloading
Select Preset Point
It seeks the point where the unloading = [Stroke(Strain)] reaches [50%] for the [2nd time].
Select Preset1

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Create a Control Test Method Which Moves in a Step-Wise Manner
This section explains the process of creating a method which moves and holds in a repeated
step-wise manner.
After moving
5 mm, stop for After returning
2 seconds and 5 mm, stop for
repeat 5 times 2 seconds and
repeat 5 times
Stroke (mm)

• After moving 5 mm, stop for
2 seconds and repeat 5 times
• After returning 5 mm, stop for
2 seconds and repeat 5 times
Record the Force
after stopping for 2 • Record the Force after
seconds each time stopping for 2 seconds each
time
Time (sec)
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User Guide
1. System dialog
Select the Test Type according to the objective. [Force Polarity] and [Force Direction]
are automatically selected, so they do not need to be selected.
Caution
- Unit
the Main screen.
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2. Sensor dialog
3. Testing dialog
Configure the Testing Machine operations.
(After going down 5 mm, hold for 2 seconds) × 5 cycles
(After going up 5 mm, hold for 2 seconds) × 5 cycles
Record the point after the hold
Select Difference
Record the force

after the hold
Loop 5 times. Loop 5 times.
Turn all Break

Detection settings OFF.
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- 5 cycle loop setting
Click
Specify the
Loop Number
An arrow is
shown.
Specify the Loop Number in the [Loop Settings] dialog and click [OK].
Configure Area3 and Area4 in the same way.
- Set it to record the point after a 2 second hold
Click the "GetData" field for Area2 and Area4.
Click
When the settings dialog appears, select [Force] and click [OK].
Check the
Force box
Click OK
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4. Specimen dialog

The point recording setting described above is automatically displayed.

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Chapter 8
Creating a Texture Test Method
This chapter explains how to create a test method which can be run in texture software.
- Create a Plunger Compression Method
- Create a Chewiness Test Method
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Chapter 8 Creating a Texture Test Method
Create a Plunger Compression Method
This section explains the process of creating a method for a food compression test using a
push rod called a plunger.
Load up to 25 mm • Test Speed 50 mm/min

• After loading up to
Stroke (mm)
25 mm, return to stroke 0

• Solve for the following
Data Processing Items
Time (sec)
H: Hardness (N)
B
T: Cavity (Disp.) (mm)
Force (N)
H
A
B: Brittleness (N)
A: Adhesiveness (N/mm)
H × T: Jelly strength (N/mm)
T
Time (sec)
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1. System dialog
Caution
- Unit
the Main screen.
2. Sensor dialog
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3. Testing dialog
Go down to 25 mm at a speed of 50 mm/min
Go up to 0 mm at a speed of 50 mm/min
Select [Channel].
Select [Stroke].
Enter [0].
Select [Channel].
Select [Stroke].
Enter [25].
Turn all Break

Detection settings OFF.
4. Specimen dialog
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H: Hardness (N)
Force (N)
B T: Cavity (Disp.) (mm)

H
B: Brittleness (N)
A A: Adhesiveness (N/mm)
H × T: Jelly strength (N/mm)
T
Time (sec)
H: Hardness = Hardness_Force (N) Peak_Max.1

T: Cavity = Hardness_Stroke (mm) (B: required for the brittleness calculation)
B: Brittleness (N) A: Adhesiveness (N/mm)
Check only the items

required for printing
Valley_Min.1
(B: required for the brittleness calculation)
Jelly strength (Formula) (N/mm)
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H: Hardness = Hardness_Force
T: Cavity = Hardness_Stroke
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A: Adhesiveness
*Energy from the test start until the next Node (ends here)
P1: 1 (th node)

P2: Next Node
P3: Not required
Jelly strength = Hardness × Cavity
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Brittleness
Solve for the Brittleness with the following formula.

Brittleness = [Peak_Max.1_Force] - [Valley_Min.1_Force]
To use this data processing item, set the [Peak_Max.1_Force] and [Valley_Min.1_Force]
items in advance and set the parameters as follows.
P1: 1 (th node)

P2: 10 (%/FS)
P3: 1 (th)
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P1: 1 (th node)

P2: 10 (%/FS)
P3: 1 (th)

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Create a Chewiness Test Method
This section explains the process of creating a method for test operations which chew (bite)
food.

• After loading up to 25 mm,
Load up to 25 mm return to stroke = 0
• Continue by loading up to
Stroke (mm)
25 mm, and stop at Force = 0

• Solve for the following Data
Stop at Force = 0
Processing Items
Time (sec)
H: Hardness (N)
T1: Cavity (Disp.) (mm)
B: Brittleness (N)
Force (N)
B
C: Adhesive_Force (N)
H A3: Adhesiveness (N/mm)
A1
A2 A2/A1: Cohesiveness
A3
H × A2/A1: Gumminess (N)
T1 C
T2 T2/T1: Springiness
Time (sec) H × A2/A1 × T2/T1: Chewiness (N)
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1. System dialog
Caution
- Unit
the Main screen.
2. Sensor dialog
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3. Testing dialog
Go up to 0 mm at a speed of 50 mm/min
Go up to a force of 0 N at a speed of 50 mm/min
Select [Channel].
Select [Stroke].
Enter "25", "0."
Select "Channel."
Select "Force."
Enter "0."

settings OFF.
4. Specimen dialog
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H: Hardness (N)
T1: Cavity (Disp.) (mm)
B: Brittleness (N)
B
C: Adhesive_Force (N)
Force (N)
H A3: Adhesiveness (N/mm)

A1
A2 A2/A1: Cohesiveness
A3
H × A2/A1: Gumminess (N)
T1 C T2 T2/T1: Springiness
Time (sec) H × A2/A1 × T2/T1: Chewiness (N)
T1: Cavity = Hardness_Stroke
B: Brittleness
Cohesiveness
A3: Adhesiveness
Springiness
C: Adhesive_Force Print only the required
Gumminess
Chewiness data processing items
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T: Cavity = Hardness_Stroke
B: Brittleness
Solve for the Brittleness with the following formula.

Brittleness = [Peak_Max.1_Force] - [Valley_Min.1_Force]
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To use this data processing item, set the [Peak_Max.1_Force] and [Valley_Min.1_Force]
items in advance and set the parameters as follows.
P1: 1 (th node)

P2: 10 (%/FS)
P3: 1 (th)
P1: 1 (th node)

P2: 10 (%/FS)
P3: 1 (th)
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Adhesive_Force = Adhesive_Force_Force
P1: Do not calculate entire areas

P2: 2 (th Time)
Adhesiveness
P1: 2nd Node

P2: Next Node
P3: Not required
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Cohesiveness
When using these data processing items, set the [Energy (absolute value) 1] and [Energy
(absolute value) 2] items in advance and set the parameters as follows.
A1 = Energy (absolute value)_1
P1: 1st Node

P2: Next Node
P3: Not required
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A2 = Energy (absolute value)_2
P1: 3rd Node

P2: Next Node
P3: Not required
Gumminess
Calculate the Gumminess with the following formula.

Gumminess = Hardness × Cohesiveness
When using these data processing items, set the [Hardness] and [Cohesiveness] items in
advance and set the parameters as follows.
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Springiness
Calculate the Springiness with the following formula.

Springiness = T2/T1
When using this data processing item, set the [Peak_Max.2_Stroke] item in advance and
set the parameters as follows.
P1: 3rd Node

P2: 1%/FS
P3: Not required
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Chewiness
Calculate the Chewiness with the following formula.

Chewiness = Gumminess × Springiness
When using these data processing items, set the [Gumminess] and [Springiness] items in
advance and set the parameters as follows.
The [X-Axis Node] can be specified in the optimal location in the Chart Window after the
test.
: Data Processing Reference "Data Processing Items in Texture Mode"

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[Analyzing and outputting results]
The [Analyzing and outputting results] section explains the process for reanalyzing the tested
results and printing or outputting the results to various types of media.
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Chapter 9 Reanalyzing a Test
Chapter 9
Reanalyzing a Test
With TRAPEZIUMX-V, you can change the calculation parameters after the test, redo the data
processing calculations once again, and change the report and chart settings to update the
display.
This section explains the various reanalysis methods.
- Reanalysis Process
- Open Test
- Combine Multiple Tests
- Analysis Method Selection Guide
- Change Various Methods All at Once (Reanalyze) - Method Wizard
- Directly Make Changes on the Main Screen - Quick Setting Panel
- Change Calculation Parameters in the Results Window
- Change Pass/Fail Conditions in the Results Window
- Change the Print Order and Enabling/Disabling Printing in the Results Window
- Specify the Data Processing Point on the Chart - PointPicking
- Change the Elasticity Slope on the Chart
- Change the Data Processing Area of the Peel Test on the Chart
- Change the Peak/Valley Exclusion Force of the Peel Test on the Chart
- Restore a Result That Was Separately Changed in Reanalyze
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Reanalysis Process
Perform the reanalysis using the following steps.
2. Open one test result file. You can also combine multiple files.
: "Open Test"
: "Combine Multiple Tests"
3. The Main window is displayed. Perform the reanalysis according to the objective by
referring to the chapter on the "Analysis Method Selection Guide."
: "Analysis Method Selection Guide"
4. The reanalysis data may be saved as needed or printed and output by referring to the
chapter on the "Results Output Selection Guide."
: "Results Output Selection Guide"
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Open Test
1. Select [File] - [Open] - [Result]. The [Open Test] dialog is displayed.

2. Select the file and click [Open].

Note
The results can also be opened by selecting [File] - [Recent Tests].
Combine Multiple Tests
In TRAPEZIUMX-V, you can combine results saved in separate files into one file afterwards.
 It can be used in the following situations.

Compare previously measured results with the current results to check that no changes
have occurred.
Save data in separate files and later select only the data that is required to create a report.
1. Select [File] - [Open] - [Result]. The [Open Test] dialog is displayed.

2. Check all of the required files in the results list.

3. Click [Open].
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Analysis Method Selection Guide
With TRAPEZIUMX-V, you can analyze data using various methods. Select the approach
which suits your situation from the following lookup table.
Objective Function
I want to combine and change various ReAnalyze
methods
I want to make direct changes on the Main Quick Setting Panel
screen
I want to change the data processing Change the calculation parameters in the
calculation parameters Results window
I want to change only the Pass/Fail Change the Pass/Fail conditions in the Results
conditions window
I want to change the order of the print Change the print order and enable/disable
results or turn printing on/off printing in the Results window
I want to specify a result point on the chart PointPicking
I want to change the elasticity slope Change the elasticity slope on the chart
I want to change the data processing area Change the data processing area of the peel test
of the peel test on the chart
I want to change the specimen sizes Test Wizard
Change the Reports Test Wizard
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Change Various Methods All at Once (Reanalyze) - Method Wizard
In TRAPEZIUMX-V, changing various methods in the Method Wizard is called "ReAnalyze."

If you remember "ReAnalyze when changing methods", you will be able to configure general
settings without remembering any other functions.
1. Select [Test] - [ReAnalyze]. Or click [ReAnalyze] on the toolbar.

2. Follow the [Method Wizard] to edit the parameters required to ReAnalyze.
: Software Reference Manual "Method Wizard"
3. Press [Save] here to save the changed parameters in the Method File.
4. When the Save Test method dialog appears, enter the file name and save the file.
By default, it is the Method File when the test is run. When you have finished setting
the parameters, press [Finish] on the Navigation Bar.
5. Save the ReAnalyze results.
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Directly Make Changes on the Main Screen - Quick Setting Panel
In TRAPEZIUMX-V, you can directly change the analysis method from the [Quick Panel]
displayed on the Main screen.
: Software Reference Manual "Quick Setting Panel"
1. Change the size and other settings on the Quick Setting Panel.
2. Click [Apply].
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Change Only Calculation Parameters in the Results Window
The calculation parameters for the Data Processing Items can be changed in the Results
window.
 Ex: Steps to change the elasticity parameter from 10-20 N to 20-30 N
1. Double-click the data processing item name.
Double-click
You can accomplish the same task by right-clicking and selecting [Data processing
parameters].
2. The Data Processing Settings dialog is displayed.
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3. Enter P2=2, P3=3 and click [OK].
4. The numerical value of the elasticity is updated in the Results window.
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Change Pass/Fail Conditions in the Results Window
The Pass/Fail conditions for the Data Processing Items can be changed in the Results window.
 Ex: Steps to set the Pass/Fail condition for the Maximum Force to 50 - 70 N
1. Double-click the data processing item name.
Double-click
You can accomplish the same task by right-clicking and selecting [Data processing
parameters].
2. The Data Processing Settings dialog is displayed.
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3. Enter Upper = 10 and Lower = 8 on the [Pass/Fail] tab and click [OK].
4. The Pass/Fail Method field and the Results field are updated in the Results window.
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Change the Print Order and Enabling/Disabling Printing in the Results Window
 Changing the print order

The print order of the results in the report is the same as the display order in the Results
window. When you wish to change the order, you can directly change the order in the
Results window.
1. Click to select the name of the data processing item which you wish to move.
Select the data

processing item.
2. When the cursor is moved to the edge of the cell, the cursor changes to the mark
shown in the figure below.
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3. Drag the cursor to the location in the figure below while pressing the left mouse button.
4. When the mouse button is released, the position of the [Elastic_Standard] and
[Max_Force] items changes.
 Turning the printing ON/OFF

Data processing results which are not needed for printing, even if they are displayed on
screen, can be excluded by unchecking them in the Results window.
Click the checkmark of the data processing items that you wish to exclude.
Check to switch
ON/OFF
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Specify the Data Processing Point on the Chart - PointPicking
When you are looking at a chart and wish to acquire any point or change points which were
automatically obtained, you can specify any point by using [PointPicking] on the chart.

When it is difficult to automatically obtain the curve inflection point, etc.
When you wish to specify a point such as the YP which was not automatically obtained.
1. Turn Overlay Mode OFF

Right-click the chart and uncheck the [Overlay] box. Let's suppose that you clicked
[Chart1].
2. Specimen selection
Click the specimen that you wish to change to select it in the Results window. Specify
the chart selected above.
Click here!
Click [Specimen 1_2] in

[Chart1].
3. PointPicking selection
Right-click on the chart and select [PointPicking Axis1].
4. Specify the point

Move the mouse cursor to the point that you wish to specify and right-click.
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5. Specify the data processing item that you wish to change

When the list of data processing items that can be changed appears, select the item
that you wish to change.
6. Specify the data processing item that you wish to change

The changes are applied to the results in the Results window. The result value which
was changed is shown with a yellow back color.
Results that are changed in PointPicking are not reset in ReAnalyze. See the following to
perform a reset.
: "Restoring a Result That Was Separately Changed in Reanalyze"
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Change the Elasticity Slope on the Chart
The slope of the elasticity line can also be changed on the chart.

When the line for a parameter configured in advance does not reach the intended location.
1. Turn Overlay Mode OFF

Right-click the chart and uncheck the [Overlay] box. Let's suppose that you clicked
[Chart1].
Click here!

[Chart1].
3. Selecting Elastic Adjustment

Right-click on the chart and select [Elastic Adjustment].
4. Change the slope of the elasticity line

Click the elasticity line to make it a dashed line. After that, you can drag both ends to
change the slope. If you drag the dashed line itself, it can be moved in a parallel
direction.
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5. Confirm the line location

Right-click it once more and select [Elastic Adjustment] to confirm the elasticity
location.
The values are applied to the Results window, so when the list of data processing
items that can be changed appears, select the item that you wish to change.
6. Apply the result

The changes are applied to the results in the Results window. The result value which
was changed is shown with a yellow background color.
Results that are changed here are not reset in ReAnalyze. See the following to perform a
reset.
: "Restoring a Result That Was Separately Changed in Reanalyze"
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Change the Data Processing Area of the Peel Test on the Chart
In the peel test, you can use the mouse to change the data processing area for seeking the
peaks and valleys.
1. Change the X-Axis to [Stroke] and turn the Overlay OFF

Right-click on the chart and select [Properties]. Set the X-Axis type to [Stroke] in the
Chart Properties dialog. In addition, turn the Overlay OFF.
Click here!

[Chart1].
3. Start the Data Processing Area Adjustment

Right-click on the chart and select [Data Processing Area Adjustment].
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4. Data Processing Area Adjustment

When the vertical lines of the Data Processing Area appear, click a line to change it to
a dashed line. Next, drag the dashed line to move it in a parallel direction to the
appropriate location.
5. Confirm the line position

Right-click once again and select [Data Processing Area Adjustment] to confirm the
Data Processing Area and apply the values to the Results window.
The Data Processing Area which is changed here is not reset in ReAnalyze. Right-click on
the chart and select [Reset Data Processing Area].
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Change the Peak/Valley Exclusion Force of the Peel Test on the Chart
In the peel test, you can specify two types of forces and configure it not to seek peaks and
valleys above and below those two points
These two points can be specified on the chart with the mouse.
1. Change the Y-Axis to [Force] and turn the Overlay OFF

Right-click on the chart and select [Properties]. Set the Y-Axis type to [Force] in the
Chart Properties dialog. Also turn the Overlay OFF.
Click here!

[Chart1].
3. Start the Peak/Valley Exclusion Force Adjustment

Right-click on the chart and select [Peak/Valley Calc.Area Adjustment].
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4. Change the Peak/Valley Exclusion Force

When a horizontal line appears on the chart, click the line to change it to a dashed line.
Next, drag the dashed line to move it in a parallel direction to the appropriate location.
5. Confirm the line position

Right-click once again and select [Peak/Valley Calc.Area Adjustment] to apply the
values to the Results window.
The Data Processing Area which is changed here is not reset in ReAnalyze. Right-click on
the chart and select [Reset Peak/Valley Calc. Area].
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Restore a Result That Was Separately Changed in Reanalyze
Typically, Data Processing Values that are individually changed on the chart through
operations such as PointPicking and moving the elasticity line do not have their values
changed even if [ReAnalyze] is run.
If you wish to change all of the values at once, use the following procedure.
1. Right-click on the result that you wish to restore and select [Show Parameter dialog of this
specimen].
2. Check the [ReAnalyze] box in the Data processing parameters dialog and click [OK].
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Chapter 10
Printing and Outputting a Test
This chapter explains how to print and output the results to various types of media after the
test.
- Results Output Selection Guide
- Print a Report
- Create a Form with a Predetermined Format in Excel (Excel Report)
- Send Mail
- Automatically Save as CSV in a Network Location (Network Export)
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Chapter 10 Printing and Outputting a Test
Results Output Selection Guide
With TRAPEZIUMX-V, you can perform output analysis of results using various methods.
Select the approach which suits your situation from the following lookup table.
Objective Function
I want to easily print a test report Print a report
I want to change the report layout Create a report in the Method Wizard
I want to immediately print just a chart Right-click and print in the Chart window,
[File] - [Print Chart]
I want to immediately print just the results Right-click and print in the Results window,
table [File] - [Print Results]
I want to output the raw measurement data Output the raw data in CSV format
and create my own chart in Excel.
I want to create and view a report in Output the methods, results, and raw data in
another software package. CSV format
Output in WORD format.
Output in HTML format.
Output in PDF format.
I want to print to a fixed form Excel report
Send mail Mail Sending
I want to load the results onto a network Automatically save to a network destination
server (Network Export)
Copy a chart to the clipboard Right-click in the Chart window
Copy the results to the clipboard Right-click in the Results window
[Edit] - [Copy to Clipboard]
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Print a Report
To print a TRAPZIUMX report, select [File] - [Print] or [File] - [Preview].
:
Software Reference Manual "Print Preview Dialog"
Software Reference Manual "Method Wizard Report Dialog"
Create a Form with a Predetermined Format in Excel (Excel Report)
TRAPEZIUMX-V has an "Excel Report" function that automatically inserts the results into a
form with a predetermined format created in Excel.
This function uses Excel functions, which must be separately purchased, from TRAPEZIUMX-
V, so it can be easily used without learning any new operations.
This function cannot be used on a PC which does not have Excel installed. Please refer to the
Excel instruction manual for more details about Excel operations.
Note
This function operates based on the presumption that the user has consented to the "Microsoft
Office End User Licensing Agreement." When using this function for the first time or when Excel
has been reinstalled, please check that Excel is running normally before using this function.
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 Excel operation steps

- When you do not have a template
Results display ⇒ Create, preview, and print a report (template)
- When you have a template
Results display ⇒ Select a template ⇒ Report display ⇒ Edit, preview, and print
 Template creation procedure

This section explains how to create a new Excel report template.
If you save the template created here, you will not need to create the template again when
running the same test. The results, charts, and other data are updated by calling the same
template.
Create a template with the following steps.
1. Run a test or open the results file and display the chart and result on the screen.
2. Select [File] - [Excel Report] - [New] from the menu.
3. When Microsoft Excel starts automatically and displays the following message, select
[Apply].
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4. The following type of Excel file is displayed.

- Sheet1:
A "template sample" is displayed.
The display items are "Report - Title", "Report - Header Item", "Specimen Size",
"Result", and "Chart."
Use Excel operations to insert your "Company Logo", "Photos", "Custom Text" and
"TRAPEZIUMX-V Information (Results)."
See the section on "Inserting data links and images (logo marks, etc.)" for the
method to insert "TRAPEZIUMX-V Information."
- Sheet2:
Displays all data for the [Title], [Method], and [Specimen Size].
- Sheet3:
Displays all "Results."
Save the template after editing Sheet1.
The document file name is the same as the TRAPEZIUMX-V test result file name. If
the same document file already exists, it is named,
"(Test File Name) + (Date_Time_Minutes).xlsx"
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 Excel report structure

The Excel report is structured as follows.
- The latest TRAPEZIUMX-V data is automatically entered into Sheet2 and Sheet3.
- Write links to Sheet2 and Sheet3 in Sheet1.
- The latest chart is automatically pasted into Sheet1.
- Text and images can also be directly pasted into Sheet1.
- Sheet1 can be printed as an Excel report.
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 Inserting data links and images (logo marks, etc.)

The Excel report is structured as follows.
- Data links
Link data from Sheet1 to Sheet2 and 3 as follows.
An example of a link pasted into Sheet1 in advance is shown. For example, the
following text is displayed in the "A2" cell of Sheet1.
A link from this cell is pasted into the "A2" cell of Sheet2 as described below. Link
other cells using the same format.
You can easily paste a link with the following method.

Ex) To display the "Test Type Value"
Double-click the cell where you wish to enter the Sheet1 Test Type.
Enter a single-byte "=" and switch the display to the Sheet2 tab.
Click the cell for the Test Type Value displayed in Sheet2 and press the Enter
key (The Sheet2 Test Type Value is displayed in Sheet1)
- Inserting images (logo marks, etc.)

Select a file from the submenu opened from [Insert] - [Graphic] - [From File] in the
Excel menu and select the company logo or photo (*.bmp, etc.). Next, adjust the size
and location of the company logo or photo pasted into Sheet1.
In addition, a chart is already pasted into Sheet1, so adjust the size and location. The
chart is linked, so when the TRAPEZIUMX-V chart is changed (label pasted or scale
change), it is automatically updated.
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 Using a template
You can use a template created in advance to easily display and print an Excel report.
Please note the following points when using a template.
(1) Use the same "No of Batches, Qty/Batch" in the template and the newly run result.
(2) Use the same "Selected Data Processing Items" in the template and the newly run
result.
(3) Use the same [Test Mode (Single and Cycle)], [Test Type (Tensile and Peel)],
[Specimen Type (Plate and Rod)], [Report Setting Items], and other methods in the
template and the newly run result.
The steps to use the template are as follows.
1. Run a test or open the results file and display the chart and result on the screen.
2. Select [File] - [Excel Report] - [Use Template] from the menu.
3. The Template Selection screen is displayed. Select the template file name and click
[Open].
4. When Microsoft Excel starts automatically and displays the confirmation screen, select
[Apply]. A report based on the template is displayed.
5. Exit Excel after editing and printing the report.
The document file name is the same as the TRAPEZIUMX-V test result file name. If
the same document file already exists, it is named,
"(Test File Name) + (Date_Time_Minutes).xls"
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Send Mail
In TRAPEZIUMX-V, reports and Operation Logs can be sent by mail. You can send mail to
users who are registered in advance or to your Shimadzu representative.
1. Mail Sending settings

Select [Tools] - [Mail and Network Export Settings] to configure the Network Export
Settings dialog.
: Software Reference Manual "Network Export Settings Dialog - Mail

Sending Tab"
2. Auto Send
When the Auto Send setting is turned ON, mail is automatically sent at the configured
time.
3. Manual Send
To send mail at any time, select [File] - [Mail Sending]. Select the Contents and
Address and then click [OK].
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Automatically Save to a Network Destination - Network Export
In TRAPEZIUMX-V, the result can be output automatically to a network destination.

I want to automatically save the results in a database server, etc.
⇒ The results can be automatically output to a designated folder in CSV format to be
loaded into a database by server-side software (prepared by the customer).
I want to store the results as electronic data in PDF format.
 You can also perform the following useful functions.

You can also automatically send the results in CSV or PDF format to a PC on a LAN or the
Internet.
(1) The results can be centrally managed together with other non-Testing Machine data by
inserting the sent CSV file into your database system on a server side PC.
(2) The results should be inserted into the database by your system administrator.
(3) A LAN or FTP server environment must be built on the customer side.
Measurement location Server PC

Centralized data
Testing Machine and management
measurement PC
(TRAPEZIUMX-V)
LAN or FTP
CSV file Office
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1. CSV/PDF Send settings

Select [Tools] - [Mail and Network Export Settings] and configure the [CSV/PDF
Export] tab in the [Network Export Settings] dialog.
2. Auto Send
Turn the Auto Send setting ON to automatically output at the configured time.
3. Manual Send
Select [File] - [Network Export] to send at any time. Select the Send Type (All Data,
Single Data) and click [OK].
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[Settings]
The [Settings] section explains the User Accounts settings for using the software, the screen
and other settings, and the Testing Machine hardware settings.
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Chapter 11 Configuring User Accounts
Chapter 11
Configuring User Accounts
This chapter explains how to configure TRAPEZIUMX-V users.

- What are User Accounts?
- Default User Types
- What are Original Groups?
- Creating a New Group
- Add a User
- Change User Information
- Delete a User
- How to Avoid Entering the Login ID and Password During Start Up
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What are User Accounts?
In TRAPEZIUMX-V, you can restrict the functions that are available to different users.
There are "Administrator users" who can change methods and use all functions as well as
[Users] who can only run tests and are not able to change methods.
Restricting the functions that can be used prevents methods from being carelessly rewritten or
measured results from being altered, which increases the level of safety.
 Groups
The permissions which are granted to users are managed as a pack of multiple functions
using the "Groups" concept.
Users must belong to one of those groups.
Three types of groups are provided as default settings.
For more details, see "Default User Types."
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Default User Types
The following three types of groups are provided as default settings.

- Administrator
A group which possesses full permissions.
- Test Director
A group which can configure method settings, run tests, and possesses other primary
usage permissions.
- User
A group which can only use limited functions such as opening tests, etc.
Full permissions
Group: Administrator User F User G
Group: Test Director
User C User D User E
Group: User
User A User B
User:
User A, User B
Test Director:
User C, User D, User E
Administrator:
User F, User G
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The permissions of the default user types and the available functions are shown in the table
below. Any items not listed in the following table can be used by all users.
No Groups
Permissions
.
Administrator Test Director User
1 Create New Method ✓
2 Run a test ✓ ✓ ✓
3 Perform SPC/SQC ✓
4 Open Method ✓
5 Open Test ✓ ✓ ✓
6 Open SPC/SQC Data File ✓ ✓ ✓
7 Save ✓ ✓ ✓
8 Save Test method ✓
9 Save Test ✓ ✓
10 Save SPC/SQC ✓
11 Export ✓ ✓ ✓
12 Print ✓ ✓ ✓
13 Export to Excel ✓ ✓ ✓
14 Cut, Insert ✓ ✓
15 ReAnalyze ✓ ✓
16 Edit Parameters ✓ ✓
17 Chart PointPicking ✓ ✓ ✓
18 Elastic Adjustment ✓ ✓
19 ReTest ✓ ✓
20 Display and Navigation Settings ✓ ✓ ✓
21 Start up/Save Settings ✓
22 Log/Backup Settings ✓
23 SPC/SQC Settings ✓
24 Quick and Task Settings ✓ ✓
25 Export Settings ✓
26 User Accounts ✓
27 Event Log ✓ ✓
28 Change password ✓ ✓ ✓
29 Open Hardware Settings ✓ ✓ ✓
30 Testing Machine and PC Settings ✓
31 AGX-V Settings ✓
32 Registration of Testing machines and
✓
configurations
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What are Original Groups?
In addition to the Groups provided in advance, users can also create original Groups. (Up to a
maximum of 5 Groups)
See "Creating a New Group" for how to create a Group.
See "Add a User" for how to create a new user.
The figure below illustrates the creation of a new Group.
Full permissions
Group: Administrator User F User G
Group: Test Director
User C User D User E
Any Group
Group: User User H
User A User B
User:
User A, User B
Test Director:
User C, User D, User E
Administrator:
User F, User G
Any Group:
User H
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Creating a New Group
In addition to the Groups which are initialized in advance, a maximum of five customizable user
Groups can be created.
In addition, you may assign any name to a new user Group.
2. Click [User Accounts].
Click
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3. Click [Group Accounts].
4. Select a Group which is not one of the default Groups of [Administrator], [Test
Director], or [User].
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5. Click [Add All] or select the permission that you wish to add from the [Not Selected] list
on the left side of the screen and click [Add].
6. If you wish to delete a permission, select the permission from the [Selected] list on the
right side of the screen and click [Delete].
7. Click [OK] to exit the settings and close the window.

If you wish to configure another different Group, click [Save] and return to step 4.
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The TRAPEZIUMX-V menus which correspond to each permission are shown in the table
below.
Permissions TRAPEZIUMX-V menu
1. Create New Method File New Method

2. Run a test Run a test
Executes scheduled
tasks
3. Perform SPC/SQC SPC/SQC
4. Open Method Open Method
5. Open Test Result
6. Open SPC/SQC Results SPC/SQC
7. Save Save
8. Save Test method Save As Method
9. Save Test Result
11. Export Export File
Network Export, Mail
Sending
12. Print Print
Print/Preview
Print Chart
Print Results
13. Export to Excel Excel report New
Use Template
4. Open Method Recent Method Files
5. Open Test Recent Test Files
6. Open SPC/SQC Results Recent SPC/SQC Data
14. Cut, Insert Edit Cut
Insert
15. ReAnalyze Test ReAnalyze
17. ReTest ReTest
20. Display and Navigation Tools Options View tab, Navigation
Settings tab
21. Start up/Save Settings Start up/Save tab
22. Log/Backup Settings Log/Backup tab
23. SPC/SQC Settings SPC/SQC tab
24. Quick and Task Settings Quick Setting Panel
Register the Quick
method list
Schedule Settings
25. Export Settings Mail and Network Export
Settings
26. User Accounts User Accounts
27. Event Log Event Log
28. Change password Change Password
29. Open Hardware Settings Hardware Hardware Settings All
30. Testing Machine and PC Testing Machine and
Settings PC tab
31. AGX-V Settings AGX-V tab
32. Registration of Testing Registration of Testing
machines and machines and
configurations configurations
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Add a User
Add a new user with the following procedure.
Click
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3. Click [Add User].
4. Enter each of the setting items.
5. Specify the Group and click [OK].
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Change User Information
Change the User Information with the following procedure.
Click
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3. Select a user to edit from the [Users] list and click [Edit].
4. Reconfigure each setting item and the Group.
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Delete a User
Delete a previously registered user the following procedure.
Click
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3. Select the user to delete from the [Users] list and click [Delete].
4. Click [OK].
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How to Avoid Entering the Login ID and Password During Start Up
Check the [Require User Login] box to display the [Login] dialog for entering the login ID and
password when TRAPEZIUMX-V starts up.
When this option is unchecked, the [Login] dialog is not displayed during the next start up, and
the same functions can be used as when logging in with Administrator privileges.
Change the login method during start up with the following procedure.
Click
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3. Check the [Require User Login] box in the lower part of the window to operate this function.
4. Click [Close].
5. If the box is checked in step 3, the [Login] dialog will be displayed during the next start up.
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Chapter 12
Customizing the Main Screen to Make It Easy to Use
This chapter explains how to customize the alignment and buttons displayed on the
TRAPEZIUMX-V Main screen to make it easy to use.
- Change the Menu Design
- Customize the Toolbars
- Change the Size of the Toolbars
- Show/Hide the Sensor
- Show/Hide the Charts or Results Screen
- Change the Size of the Charts or Results Screen
- Change the Alignment of the Charts or Results Screen
- Configure the Quick Panel Settings
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Change the Menu Design
You can change the menu design from the [Tools] - [Options] display settings.
⚫ Ribbon Menu
⚫ Menus + Toolbars
1. Click [Tools] - [Options].
2. Click the [View] tab in the [Options] dialog.
3. Select either a Ribbon Menu or Menus + Toolbars for the [Main Window Menu Design].
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Customize the Toolbars
Toolbars can be customized by changing the button alignment, etc.

Customize the Toolbars from the check items under [View] - [Toolbars] or from the User
Accounts screen.
 Show/hide the Toolbars

You can show/hide the Toolbars with the following procedure.
1. Check the [View] - [Toolbars] - [Standard] box to display the standard Toolbars.
Uncheck to hide the Toolbars.
2. Check the [View] - [Toolbars] - [Test Control] box to display the Toolbars for controlling
the Testing Machine. Uncheck to hide the Toolbars.
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 Customize the Toolbars

The customization of the Toolbars is largely divided into three setting categories.
- Toolbars
Configure the button appearance, text location, etc.
- Commands
Configure the addition and deletion of buttons to display on the Toolbars.
- Options
Configure options such as colors and fonts, image smoothing, etc.
You can customize the Toolbars with the following procedure.
1. Click [View] - [Toolbars] - [User Accounts].
2. You can edit any toolbar from the [Toolbars Customize] dialog.
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Change the Size of the Toolbars
You can set the size of the toolbar from the [Tools] - [Options] display settings.
Change the size of the toolbar with the following procedure.
Click
3. Select Large, or Small for the [Size of the Toolbar].
4. Click [OK] to exit the dialog.
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Show/Hide the Sensor
You can show/hide the sensor using the [View] - [Sensor] check items.
- Show the sensor
- Hide the sensor
Show/Hide the Charts or Results Screen
You can select to show/hide each of the windows on the Results screen with the [Window]
check items.
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Change the Size of the Charts or Results Screen
The size of the windows on the Results screen can be freely changed.
Change the size of the windows with the following procedure.
1. Align the mouse cursor with the line which forms the window border line as shown in the
marked region of the figure below.
2. Drag and slide the mouse cursor so that it matches the figure below.
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Change the Alignment of the Charts or Results Screen
The windows on the Results screen can be freely aligned. The changed alignment is
automatically recorded at the following times and that alignment is used to show the windows
the next time that the Results screen is displayed.
(1) When you transition to the [ReAnalyze] window.
(2) When you transition to the [TRAPEZIUMX-V Home] window.
(3) When you exit TRAPEZIUMX-V.
To restore a layout after changing the alignment, select [Window] - [Default window layout].
Change the window alignment with the following procedure.
1. Drag the window title bar as shown in the figure below.
2. Move the mouse cursor while dragging the title bar.

3. Specify the window alignment by referring to the blue image.
(Release the mouse)
Drag the title bar.

Release the mouse at the
new alignment location.
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If a window is moved to a location where it completely overlaps with an existing window, then it
is managed using a window tab.
Manage the window tab with the following procedure.
1. Drag the title bar in the same manner as the window alignment change.
2. Move the mouse so that the blue image completely overlaps with the existing window.
Drag the title bar.
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3. When a window can be tabbed, it changes to a tab mark as shown in the lower left of the
blue image below, so confirm that status to determine the alignment.
4. When a window is successfully tabbed, the title bar changes to a tab as shown in the figure
below.
If you wish to restore it to a normal window type, select [Window] - [Tile Vertically] or [Tile
Horizontally].
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Configure the Quick Panel Settings
You can change the settings of the quick panel by clicking [Tools] - [Quick Panel]. Use these
settings to change the method settings while running a test. Set the items displayed on the
panel in advance.
The following items may be selected.
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Chapter 13
Software Settings
This chapter explains how to configure various TRAPEZIUMX-V settings.

- Select the Display Language
- Change the Screen Shown During Start Up
- Using the Auto Save Function
- Configure the Software and Device Usage Logs
- Configure the Test Schedule
- Register Frequently Used Methods (Quick Method List)
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Select the Display Language
You can set the language selection from the [Tools] - [Options] display settings.
Configure the language settings with the following procedure.
Click
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3. Select the display language from [Select Language].
Switch the language displayed in TRAPEZIUMX-V. Restart TRAPEZIUMX-V when you

wish to change the display language. TRAPEZIUMX-V will be shown in the selected
language the next time that it starts up.
Note
It is possible to open methods and test files created in a language which is different from the
currently displayed language, but do not run any tests. The tests may not operate normally.
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Change the Screen Shown During Start Up
Configure the screen displayed during TRAPEZIUMX-V start up from the Start up/Save screen
under [Tools] - [Options].
Configure the start up screen with the following procedure.
2. Click the [Start up/Save] tab in the [Options] dialog.
Click
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3. Configure the start up screen from [Start Screen].
- Show TRAPEZIUMX-V Home

Displays the [TRAPEZIUMX-V HOME] window.
- Show Main Window loading the last method
Selects the method which was previously used and displays the [Main] window to run a
test.
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Using the Auto Save Function
You can configure the Auto save function from the Start up/Save screen under [Tools] - [Options].
Saving occurs when you stop testing, reanalyze, enter size and report items in the Test Wizard,
and click [Apply] in the Quick Panel Settings.
Configure the Auto save function with the following procedure.
2. Click the [Start up/Save] tab in the [Options] dialog.
Click
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3. Select [Enabled] in the [Auto save function].
4. Specify the file name and save destination.

Specify the auto save folder. If this item is left blank, it uses the [(Install
drive):\TRAPEZIUMX-V\Tests] folder of this software.
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Configure the Software and Device Usage Logs
Configure the log output related settings from the Log/Backup screen under [Tools] - [Options].
Configure the usage logs with the following procedure.
2. Click the [Log/Backup] tab in the [Options] dialog.
Click
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3. Set the number of days to save the logs under the [Log] item.
Log information is retained for the number of days configured here, and older log
information is deleted when the application exits.
- Purge Now!
Press this button to delete log information which is older than the number of days
configured here.
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Configure the Test Schedule
Configure the schedule from [Tools] - [Schedule Settings].

Schedule is the list which sets the test order, and it is the function which automatically runs the
tests based on this list.
Configure the schedule with the following procedure.
1. Click [Tools] - [Schedule Settings].
2. Click [Add].
Click
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3. Select the method and click [Select].
Select the method.
Click
4. To delete a method, select the method file to delete and click [Delete].
Click
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Register Frequently Used Methods
To make it easy to run tests, you can manage frequently used methods as a [Quick Method
List].
Configure the method from [Tools] - [Register the Quick method list].
Change the size of the Toolbars with the following procedure.
1. Click [Tools] - [Register the Quick method list].
2. Click [Add].
Click
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3. Select the method and click [Select].
Select the method.
Click
If a method registered in the Quick Method List is for a Testing Machine that is not
connected, then the Test screen cannot be opened even if the method is selected and run
from the list.
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[Other useful functions]
This section explains the various useful functions which can be performed in TRAPEZIUMX-V.
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Chapter 14
Using the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function
This chapter explains how to use the AGX-V Jig Distance Movement function to adjust the
crosshead position.
- What is the Inter-Jig Distance Movement function?
- Register the Inter-Jig Distance Information of the Jig Used
- Create a Method to Use the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function
- Move to the Inter-Jig Distance
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What is the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function?
This function links with the Inter-Jig Distance Movement function of the main unit to move the
crosshead to the inter-jig distance of the specimen or to any inter-jig distance.
Registration on the Testing

Machine unit
Register the inter-jig distance
of the jig to use on the
Testing Machine unit.
Inter-jig
distance
Registration of Testing
machines and configurations by
software.
Register the Inter-Jig
Distance of jig used by the
software.
Create New Method

⚫ Select the jig to use in the
System dialog.
⚫ Input the inter-jig distance
on the Specimen dialog.
Test screen
Select the [Move inter-jig
distance] button on the
toolbar to move the
crosshead to the inter-jig
distance.
Note
If more than one test force is registered on the sensor test force tab of the test condition, the
Inter-Jig Distance function can be used only when the test force 1 is selected as the main test
force.
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Register the Inter-Jig Distance Information of the Jig Used
The inter-jig distance of the jig being used must be set to use the Inter-Jig Distance Movement
function.
1. Start TRPEZIUMX-V and Open the Home Window.

2. Set [2 Lines] at the smart controller.
(1) Open the setting.

(2) Select [2 Lines].
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3. Set the test type on the smart controler.
(1) Select [Test type] on the smart controller

(2) Set [Test type], [Load cell polarity], and [Start direction] according to the jig to be
registered. After setting, select [OK].
Warning
If [Test type], [Load cell polarity], and [Start direction] are set differently from the actual test, the
jig cannot be identified correctly and the jig may collide.
Note
To operate the test types with the smart controller, the TRAPEZIUM X-V screen must display the
Home window or the testing machine itself must be offline. In other cases, the operation of the
test type cannot be performed because the operation from TRAPEZIUM X-V is restricted.
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4. Select the [Hardware Settings] of the TRAPEZIUMX-V Home window.
5. Select the [AGX-V] tab and press [Registration of Jigs].
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6. The [Registeration of Testing machines and jigs] dialog will be displayed. Select the
[New] button. The [Jigs Add] dialog is displayed.
7. Register Inter-Jig Distance at smart controller.
(1) Select [Inter-jig distance] at smart controller.

(2) Select [Ini. settings].
Note
To perform the initial setting of the Inter-jig distance on the smart controller, perform steps 4 to 6
on TRAPEZIUMX-V to display the [Jigs Add] dialog or if the testing machine is offline. Must be In
other cases, the operation from the TRAPEZIUM X-V is restricted, so the operation for initial
setting of the jig distance cannot be performed.
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(3) Measure the current distance between jigs and enter it in [Current jig dist.].
(4) Enter the upper and lower limit values in [Max.] and [Min.].
The minimum value that can be entered in [Min.] is as follows.
Tensile: 20mm (0.78in)
Compression: 0mm (0in)
Bending: -500mm (-20in)
(5) Select [OK].
Note
• When using the tensile test conditions, to prevent finger jamming, you cannot enter a value
lower than [Min.] 20 mm (0.78 in).
• For the initial setting of the Inter-jig distance, actually measure and enter the jig distance at the
time of setting. If you enter an incorrect value, the jigs may collide with each other.
• When changing the jig, be sure to set the initial setting of Inter-jig distance. The jig may collide.
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8. Enter various jig information on TRAPEZIUM X-V.
(1) Select [jigs] from [Category].

(2) Enter the name of the jig to be used in [Name].
(3) Select the test type from [Type].
(4) Click the [Read Inter-jig distance settings] button. The setting information of the
testing machine is loaded.
Note
The jig can be registered only under the test conditions of the same test type as the [Type]
selected here.
If the [Type] selection is incorrect, the test conditions cannot be registered. Make the correct
settings.
9. Confirm that a value is entered in [Jig distance], and click the [OK] button to register
the jig information.
Note
When the [Read Inter-Jig distance setting] button is clicked and the jig distance is not set in the
testing machine, the [Inter-Jig distance information not registered in the testing machine] dialog is
displayed. Then, click the [OK] button and set with the testing machine in step 7.
To register the Inter-jig distance for multiple jigs, repeat steps 1 to 9.
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Inter-Jig Distance Automatic Detection
The inter-jig distance can be automatically detected.

The automatic detection process is as follows. (Ex: compression)
The position of the

Testing Machine is Returns to the
recorded at the zero start position and
Process Crosshead executes Position
height point.
and load cell Zero-Reset on the
Testing Machine.
Upper jig
Height
Lower jig
Caution!
Automatic detection detects the zero point by contacting the upper and lower jigs. This function
can be used with only compression platen.
Do not use jigs other than platen or the jig might be broken.
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Operating procedure
1. Open the Home window.

2. Select [Hardware] - [AGX-V] - [Registration of Jigs].
3. [Registration of Testing Machines and jigs] dialog is displayed.
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4. Select the [New…] button. The [Jigs Add] dialog is displayed.
(1) Select [Jigs] from [Category].

(2) Enter the name of the jig to use in [Name].
(3) Click the [Automatic detection] button.
5. Press [OK] when the [Automatic detection] confirmation dialog appears.
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6. The [Automatic detection] dialog is displayed.
7. Approach the load inter-jig distance with the Jog button of the Testing Machine.
Compression
Crosshead
load cell
Upper
compression plate
Approach
Lower
compression
plate
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8. Configure the detection settings.

- Select the following 3 items
-Test Type: Compression, Tensile, 3 point bending, and 4 point bending
-Force Polarity: compression or tensile
-Force Direction: up or down
- Check [The point of detecting the origin]:

Set the capacity to a value of "XX"%.
Warning
If [Test type], [Force polarity], and [Force Direction] are set differently from the actual test, the jig
cannot be identified correctly and the jig may collide.
9. Click the (START) button.
10. The detection starts.
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11. The detection is executed according to the following process. (Ex: compression)
Process
(1) (2) (3)
The crosshead descends When both jigs touch, Compress to 10% and
at 10 mm/min until both the speed changes to hold for 3 seconds. Next,
jigs touch (*1). 0.5 mm/min and the unload until you reach
capacity is further the load specified in
compressed to 10%. [The point of detecting
*1: 0.1% capacity the origin] at a speed of
0.5 mm/min and hold for
3 seconds.
(4)
The inter-jig distance is stored in
the unit after ascending and is
Subsequently, ascend by displayed in the [Automatic
about 2.5 mm. detection] dialog as the detected
inter-jig distance.
Distance
between
detection jigs
12. Press the [OK] button to close the dialog and load the information into the [Add Jig]
dialog.
Change the [Inter-jig distance upper limit] and [Inter-jig distance lower limit] as
needed.
The minimum value that can be entered in [Jig distance limit lower limit] is as follows.
Tensie: 20mm (0.78in)
Compression: 0mm (0in)
Bending: -500mm (-20in)
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Note
• When using the tensile test conditions, to prevent finger jamming, you cannot enter a value
lower than [Lower limit value] 20 mm (0.78 in).
13. Press the [OK] button to set the jig information.
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Create a Method to Use the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function
Select the jig to use in the System dialog and set the inter-jig distance in the Specimen dialog.
1. Open a new or saved method to start up the Method Wizard.

2. Open the [System] dialog to set the jig to use.
(1) Press the [New…] button. The [JigsAdd] dialog opens.
(2) Select [Jigs] under [Category] and select the jig to use under [Name].
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(3) Press the [OK] button.
Note
If the test type of the test conditions and the jig type differ when the [OK] button is clicked, the
[Duplicate jig] dialog will be displayed. Click the [OK] button and re-register the jig.
3. Display the [Sensor] dialog and select the [Stroke] tab.
4. Turn the [Length Sensor] ON to display the inter-jig distance.

The name may differ depending on the selected Test Mode and Test Type. For more
details, see "Chapter 17 Using the Clearance (height/Length) Measurement Function ".
5. Display the [Specimen] dialog and input the [Gauge_Length].

For a compression test, it is shown as the [Inter-jig distance].
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In the case of tensile test, the display differs as follows depending on the material
selected.
Metal: [Parallel length] and [Grip distance] are displayed. [Parallel length] is used for strain
calculation, [Grip distance] is used for jig distance movement function.
Non-metal: Only [Grip distance] is displayed and used for both strain calculation and jig
distance movement function.
When performing the test under the test conditions created in this procedure, check the
distance between grips (distance between jigs) and the current distance between grips
(distance between jigs) that were entered in the dimensions before starting the test.
If the two values do not match, a warning is displayed before the test starts.
6. Save the method.
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Move to the Inter-Jig Distance
The method for moving the crosshead to the inter-jig distance is as follows.
 Moving to the test gauge length
1. Open the method which contains the registered Absolute Position information to
display the Main screen.
2. Select [Test Control] - [Move Inter-jig Distance]. The [Move Crosshead confirmation]
dialog is displayed.
3. Check the settings and direction and then press the [OK] button. The crosshead
moves to the target inter-jig distance.
Warning
Be sure to check the direction and target inter-jig distance before starting. The jig may colide into
something if the settings are incorrect.
When the main screen is displayed, the [Jig distance movement confirmation] dialog is
displayed. When [Yes] is selected, the [Crosshead movement confirmation] dialog is displayed,
and you can move to the next jig distance of the test piece.
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 Moving to any inter-jig distance
1. Open the method which contains the registered Inter-jig distance information to display
the Main screen.
2. Select [Test Control] - [Move Inter-jig Distance]. The [Move inter-jig distance] dialog is
displayed.
3. Input or select the distance that you wish to move and press the [OK] button.
4. Check the settings and direction and then press the [OK] button. The crosshead
moves to the target inter-jig distance.
Note
The jig cannot be moved to a position outside the upper or lower limit of the registered jig.
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Warning
Be sure to check the direction and target inter-jig distance before starting. The jig may colide into
something if the settings are incorrect.
Note
The weight of the jig is stored when registering the jig.

If the jig information and the weight of the connected jig do not match (Error of 0.05% of full scale
of load cell or 1% or more of registered jig weight), the [Inconsistent jig weight] dialog will be
displayed. When using the jig distance function, check that the jig actually used is correct and
select the [Yes] button.
If you select [Yes] button, the name of the current jig and the distance between the jigs will be
displayed. Check again if there is any mistake in the jig that is actually used, and then select the
[Yes] button.
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Note
The jig weight mismatch dialog may be displayed depending on the temperature change of the
tester installation environment. Check that the jig you are actually using is correct and select the
[Yes] button.
Note
If the jig information and the size of the jig registered to the main unit do not match, the
[Inconsistent jig size] dialog will be displayed. Enter the current jig distance and click the [OK]
button.
It is also displayed when the jig is replaced with a jig different from the one registered last time
and the test conditions registered for that jig are called. In other words, it is necessary to measure
the current distance between jigs and perform the input operation when replacing the jig.
If the input result does not match the registered information, the Inter-Jig distance movement
function cannot be used. Check the jig information registered in the conditions and the jig actually
used for confirmation.
(Displacements within ±3 mm are treated as matching.)
Note
If you change the test type after registering the distance between jigs in the testing machine, the
distance between jigs registered in the testing machine will be initialized (cleared). In this case as
well, the [Inconsistent jig size] dialog will be displayed. Enter the current jig distance and click the
[OK] button.
If the input result does not match the registered information, the Inter-Jig distance movement
function cannot be used. Check the jig information registered in the conditions and the jig actually
used for confirmation.
(Displacements within ±3 mm are treated as matching.).
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Note
If the jig information and the load cell capacity during connection to the main unit do not match,
the [Inconsistent load cell] dialog box is displayed and Inter-jig distance movement function
cannot be used. Check the difference in load cell capacity and click the [OK] button.
Note
If the Inter-jig distance movement function cannot be used under the condition that the distance
between jigs (height / length / clearance) sensor is used, the test cannot be executed.
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Chapter 15
Using the SPC/SQC Function
The SPC/SQC function extracts and aggregates the test results obtained for a certain period
with the TRAPEZIUMX-V to create a histogram or XBar-R control chart.
This function allows you to easily perform statistical process control (SPC) for the measured
data.
Gather statistics on daily results using various units such as the date, specimen, and batch to
display the statistical results on the screen. You can also add text to the statistical information
to print or output it to a PDF file.
- SPC/SQC Function Usage Settings and Available Functions
(When using the SPC/SQC function)
- Rules of Unusual Judging
- Create a New Control Chart
- What is a Control Chart (When Using the SPC/SQC Function)?
- Open SPC/SQC Data File (When Using the SPC/SQC Function)
(When not using the SPC/SQC function)
- Create a New Histogram and Control Chart
- What is a Histogram?
- What is a Control Chart (When Not Using the SPC/SQC Function)?
- Open SPC/SQC Data File (When Not Using the SPC/SQC Function)
- Print a Histogram or Control Chart
- Save a Histogram or Control Chart as a PDF File
- Save a Histogram and Control Chart
Note
Set the SPC/SQC function to [Enabled/Disabled] in the Settings dialog when the software starts
up for the first time. You can confirm the settings under [File] - [Tools] - [Options].
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SPC/SQC Function Usage Settings and Available Functions
The SPC/SQC function must be set to [Enabled] on the [SPC/SQC] tab under [File] - [Tools] -
[Options].
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Select the [Enabled/Disabled] setting for the SPC/SQC function shown in the Settings dialog
when the software starts up for the first time.
This setting can also be changed on the [SPC/SQC] tab under [File] - [Tools] - [Options].
The SPC/SQC function can be used even when [Disabled] is selected. However, some
functions may differ.
The differences in functionality depending on the settings are shown in the table below.
When using the SPC/SQC When not using the SPC/SQC
Function name
function function
Rules of unusual Available. Not available.
judging
Data Processing The following four settings are Only the result upper limit/lower
Item Pass/Fail available. limit can be configured.
• Xbar Control Chart UCL/LCL
• R Control Chart UCL/LCL
UCL/LCL can select to either
• Use numerical values
• Use σ
Enabled Statistics • Average Configures any statistics which
• Standard Deviation are set for the method.
• Range
Automatically set when a
method is newly created.
Create a histogram The histogram function Available.
is not available.
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Rules of Unusual Judging
When conducting SPC/SQC, rules must be set to judge whether the results are unusual or not.
These rule settings are required when creating a method.
This function is only available when the SPC/SQC function is set to [Enabled].
1. Start up TRAPEZIUMX-V and click [Create New Method] on the Home screen.
2. Click the [Rules of unusual judging] button on the Data Processing Items tab.
3. The [Rules of unusual judging] dialog is displayed.
4. Check the boxes of the rules to enable.
The rule settings can also be configured under [Test] - [ReAnalyze] on the Main screen.
Refer to the settings for each rule in the Software Reference Manual.
: Software Reference Manual "Rules of unusual judging dialog"
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Create a New Control Chart
The procedure to create a control chart from a TRAPEZIUMX-V result is as follows.
This function is only available when the SPC/SQC function is set to [Enabled].
1. Display the Main screen.

2. Select [File] - [New] - [SPC/SQC].
3. The [Start SPC/SQC function: Find Test files] dialog is displayed.
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4. Search for the file and check all data that is subject to SPC/SQC.
: Software Reference Manual "Start SPC/SQC function: Find Test files
dialog"
5. Click [Open].
6. The [SPC/SQC] dialog is displayed.
7. Configure the various settings and print from the Navigation button on the left.
: Software Reference Manual "SPC/SQC Dialog (when using SPC/SQC)"
8. Click [Close] to exit SPC/SQC.
To redo the file search, click [Return to File Dialog] and return to step 3.
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What is a Control Chart (When Using the SPC/SQC Function)?
A control chart is used to compare the time series transition of measured data with the upper
and lower limits decided in advance for verification.
Xbar Control Chart

Plots the average value of each
group
Xbar Control
Value
R Control
R Control Chart
Value
Plots the Maximum -
Minimum for each group
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 What is a control chart?

A control chart plots the measured values on the vertical axis and the batches on the
horizontal axis. This software can display two different types of control charts.
- Xbar Control Chart
Plots the batch average.
- R Control Chart
Plots the difference between the maximum and minimum batch values.
In addition to the plot data, it can also display the average for all data, UCL/LCL or ±3σ,
Pass/Fail value configured in the method (control value), and plot those lines (control
lines) on the chart. It can also list up the counts which conflicted with the rules.
See the following page for more details.
: Software Reference Manual "SPC/SQC Dialog (when using SPC/SQC)"
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Open SPC/SQC Data File (When Using the SPC/SQC Function)
The procedure to open a SPC/SQC Data File that was saved is as follows.
Furthermore, the file types which can be opened are [*.sspc] and [*.sxspc].
 Use the following procedure.

2. Select [File] - [Open] - [SPC/SQC].
3. The [Open SPC/SQC Data File] dialog is displayed.
5. The stored histograms and control charts are displayed.
The file can also be opened from [File] - [Recent SPC/SQC Data].
The [*.sspc] file type is automatically generated when the test file is saved.
The file name is the same as the test file.
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Create a New Histogram and Control Chart

The procedure to create a histogram or a control chart from a TRAPEZIUMX-V result is as
follows.
This function is only available when the SPC/SQC function is set to [Disabled].

2. Select [File] - [New] - [SPC/SQC].
3. The [Start SPC/SQC function: Find Test files] dialog is displayed.
4. Search for the file and check all data that is subject to SPC/SQC.
: Software Reference Manual "Start SPC/SQC function: Find Test files dialog"
5. Click [Open].
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6. The [SPC/SQC] dialog is displayed.
7. Configure the various settings and print from the Navigation button on the left.
: Software Reference Manual "SPC/SQC Dialog (when not using
SPC/SQC)"
8. Click [Close] to exit SPC/SQC.
To redo the file search, click [Return to File Dialog] and return to step 3.
Control charts are the same as when the SPC/SQC function is set to [Enabled].
: "What is a control chart?"
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What is a Histogram?
A histogram is a chart for viewing the variance in the results for multiple specimens.
This function is only available when the SPC/SQC function is set to [Disabled].
We can see that there were

six results where the
Max_Force was this value.
The histogram shows the result values for the data processing item on the X-Axis and the
frequency on the Y-Axis. The frequency expresses the number of results with that data
processing item value.
The scale of the X-Axis and Y-Axis are automatically adjusted based on the result values being
statistically compared.
The X-Axis Interval of the histogram may be changed. Click [Histogram1 Settings] or
[Histogram2 Settings].
: Software Reference Manual "Histogram Settings Dialog"
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What is a Control Chart (When Not Using the SPC/SQC Function)?
A control chart is used to compare the time series transition of measured data with the upper
and lower limits decided in advance for verification.
 Divide the results by group unit

To create a control chart, divide the data for a fixed period extracted with [Find File] into
groups according to the following units.
- Batch
Divide into the [Batch] units configured in the [Specimen Dialog] of the Method
Wizard. In the following example, the No of Batches is 2 and the Qty/Batch is 6.
Divide
Segmenteach of of
each
these into 1 group.
group.
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- Test Date
Divide all of the data tested on the same day, regardless of the batch or sub batch,
into the same group.
- Test Month
Divide all of the data tested in the same month, regardless of the batch or sub batch,
into the same group.
Click [Group Setting] to change the group division setting.
: Software Reference Manual "SPC/SQC - Group Setting Dialog"
 What are control charts?

A control chart plots the measured values on the vertical axis and the divided groups on
the horizontal axis. This software can display two different types of control charts.
- Xbar Control Chart
Plots the group average.
- R Control Chart
Plots the difference between the maximum and minimum group values.
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Xbar Control Value
Xbar Control Chart

Plots the average value of each group
R Control Value
R Control Chart
Plots the Maximum -
Minimum for each
group
In addition to the plot data, it can also display the average for all data, ±3σ, Pass/Fail value
configured in the method (control value), and plot those lines (control lines) on the chart.
See the following page for more details.
: Software Reference Manual "SPC/SQC Dialog (when not using SPC/SQC)"
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Open SPC/SQC Data File (When Not Using the SPC/SQC Function)
The procedure to open a SPC/SQC Data File that was saved is as follows.
Furthermore, the file type which can be opened is [*.spc].

2. Select [File] - [Open] - [SPC/SQC].
3. The [Open SPC/SQC Data File] dialog is displayed.
5. The stored histograms and control charts are displayed.
The file can also be opened from [File] - [Recent SPC/SQC Data].
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Print a Histogram or Control Chart
Click [Report] to create the report in the SPC/SQC Report dialog.
Reference : Software Reference Manual "SPC/SQC - Report Dialog"
Save a Histogram or Control Chart as a PDF File
Click [PDF] in the [SPC/SQC Report dialog].
Reference : Software Reference Manual "SPC/SQC - Report Dialog"
Save a Histogram and Control Chart
Click [Save] in the [SPC/SQC Report dialog].
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Chapter 16
Using the Marker Controller Function
This software can use the [Marker Controller Function] which allows you to record any point
during a test by pressing the [PC keyboard].
This chapter explains the configuration procedure to use the Marker Controller Function.
- Settings Common to All Testing Machines
- Testing Operations
*Marker Controller functions via the [PC keyboard] can be used by all Testing Machines.
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Marker Controller Settings for Software
Add [PointPicking] data processing items in the [Data Processing Item] window of the [Method
Wizard] when using the Marker Controller function.
 How to add [PointPicking] data processing items
1. Select [Create New Method] or "Open Method" in the [TRAPEZIUMX-V Home] window
to display the [Method Wizard].
: "Creating a method"
2. Display the [Data Processing Items] window and select any of the [PointPicking 1 to
20] points.
3. Select the required data from the [Type] field of the displayed dialog and click [OK].
4. Set the required number of points in [PointPicking].
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Testing Operations
Perform the following operations to record any point during testing.
 Using the PC keyboard

During testing, press the [Space bar] or [any character key].
Function keys [F1 to F12] are not supported.
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Chapter 17
Using the Clearance (height/Length) Measurement Function
This chapter explains the Clearance Measurement Function. This software provides clearance
detection using two different methods.
What is Clearance?
What is Clearance Origin Detection?
Clearance Origin Automatic Detection
Clearance Origin Manual Detection
How to Create a Method Which Uses Clearance
Caution: Return and Position Zero
Caution: Display of Digital Values
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An Introduction to Clearance
This function enables you to measure the specimen [clearance]. However, the Absolute
Position function must be set in advance. For more details, see "Chapter 14
Using the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function."
In addition, the name of the Clearance Sensor may differ depending on the selected Test Mode
and Test Type.
-Clearance: The distance between the upper jig and the lower jig is called the [clearance].
However, it can also indicate the actual specimen size by setting Pre-Load.
Compression Tensile Crosshead

Crosshead load cell
load cell
Upper jig
Upper jig
Disp.
Start point
Disp.
Clearance
Clearance
(length)
(height)
Lower jig
Lower jig
Test Mode and Test Type combinations and the Clearance Sensor display name
No. Display name Test Mode Test Type

1 Height Modes except Texture Mode Compression
2 Length Modes except Texture Mode Tensile
3 Clearance Texture Mode only Compression, tensile, 3 Point
Bend, 4 Point Bend
4 Inter-jig distance Modes except Texture Mode Peel, 3 Point Bend, 4 Point
Bend
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What is Clearance Origin Detection?
Clearance origin detection is required for an accurate specimen height, or in other words to
measure the clearance. The AGX-V uses the Absolute Position function to detect the clearance
origin.
This function enables you to detect and record the testing machine origin (location where the
height is zero) to measure and display the clearance value in TRAPEZIUMX-V.
Note
The clearance origin must be detected in the following cases.

1. When using for the first time after installation
2. When the load cell or load jigs are replaced
3. When it is changed to another Test Mode
4. When [tensile] and [Compression] are changed
If the clearance origin is not detected, you will be unable to accurately measure the height and
length, and the testing and data processing will not be accurately performed.
Crosshead
and load cell
Clearance
Zero Position
Upper jig
Clearance
Lower jig
Use the Absolute Position function to detect the origin. For more details, see "Chapter 14
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How to Create a Method Which Uses Clearance
To conduct testing which uses clearance, create a method with the following type of procedure.
1. Open a method file or create a new method.

2. First, set a jig which sets the Absolute Position in [System] - [Jigs].
See "Chapter 14
Using the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function" for more details about jigs which set the
Absolute Position.
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3. Display the [Stroke] dialog under the [Sensor] tab.
4. Check the [Clearance Sensor] box.

Note
The name may differ depending on the Test Mode and Test Type.
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5. Select [Clearance] for the [Sensor on Main] item.
6. [Clearance] can be selected by choosing [Channel] for the [Change point] item on the
[Testing] tab.
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Start Testing Stop Testing
45 mm
7. The initial specimen height can also be detected with the following setting.
To set it automatically, set the [Disp. Origin] item on the [Testing] tab to an item other than
[Start] and check the [GL Correction] box in the lower right of the [Pre-Test] tab.
Furthermore, the specimen height is displayed on the [Specimen] tab after the test.
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8. The clearance can be selected as an axis type on the [Chart] tab.
Note
The name may differ depending on the Test Mode and Test Type.
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Chapter 18
Using the Helpful Texture Software Functions
This chapter explains helpful functions that can be used in the TRAPEZIUMX-V texture
software.
Fill Function for the Energy Calculation Area

Average Curve per Batch Display
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Fill Function for the Energy Calculation Area
This function can fill in and display any area. When calculating the energy, it can be used to
illustrate which area of energy was calculated.
Note
This function can only be used in the TRAPEZIUMX-V Texture Mode.
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Average Curve per Batch Display
This function enables you to display the average value for each batch on a chart.
As an example, we can display three average curves with the following type of method.
To display an average curve, right-click the Chart Window and select [Average Curve per Batch].
In the previous software version, there was a function called the [Average Curve], but this
function displayed the average for all specimens on a chart.
The current function displays the average per batch on a chart.
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In addition, you can display just the average curve by checking the [Show Average Curve Only]
box in the [Sensor] tab of the Method Wizard or the [Chart Properties] dialog.
Note
This function can only be used in the TRAPEZIUMX-V Texture Mode.
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Chapter 19
Using the Spring Software
This chapter explains the optional TRAPEZIUMX-V spring software.
Spring Software Features

Spring Method Settings
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Spring Software Features
The spring software can run various types of spring tests. The features of this software are as
follows. However, the jigs including the Absolute Position information must be set in advance to
use this function. See "Chapter 14
Using the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function" for more about how to set jigs.
You can measure the spring [height] and [length].

This software enables you to measure the [height] and [length].
- Height: used in a [Compression] test. Becomes the length between the upper and lower
[compression plates].
- Length: used in a [tensile] test. Becomes the length between the upper and lower jigs.
Compression Tensile
Crosshead Crosshead
load cell load cell
Upper jig
Upper jig
Disp. Disp.
Start point
Spring Height
Length
Lower jig
Lower jig
You can calculate the [Data Processing Items] only for the [Spring].
- [force] and [stroke] (LASE) at the specified [height]
- [height] (EASL) for the specified [Force]
- [Spring Constant]
- [Free Height], [Free Length]
- [PointPicking]
You can automatically detect the [Disp. Origin] of the [height] and [length]. (For more
details, see "Chapter 14
Using the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function")
Height [Disp. Origin]
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Spring Method Settings
This section explains the fundamental process of creating a method.
1. System Dialog - Jig Selection
Add a jig which sets the Absolute Position with the [Add] button under [Configuration].
Note
If a jig which sets the Absolute Position has not been registered, please register one. For more
details, see "Chapter 14
2. System Dialog - Test Mode and Type Selection
Test Mode
Select [Spring].
Test Type
Select [Tensile] or [Compression].
According to the Test Type, the Force Polarity and Direction settings change to the
default setting.
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3. Sensor Dialog
[Force], [Stroke], and [Other] can be configured. The Extensometer and Width Sensor
cannot be used.
[height] and [length] are automatically added to the [Sensor on Main] list.
Note
To create a method file offline, connect to the testing machine once and register the fixture.
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4. Testing Dialog (5)
(1) (3)
(4)
(2)
The [Testing] settings are as follows. (3) Maximum value (return value)
Force
Force Stroke
Height
(1) V1 (Test Speed)
(5) Show RTN curve

Uncheck if you do not
wish to display the
return chart.
(4) V2 (Return Test Speed)
Stroke
(2) Disp. Origin
Measurement start location (Stroke = 0)
End Point
The crosshead returns to the location where the test started.
(1) (4) "V1 (Test Speed)" and "V2 (Return Test Speed)"
[Test Speed]:
Input the crosshead speed. (From the [Initial Limit] to the [Maximum value
(Return Value)])
[Test Speed (Return Speed)]:
Input the crosshead speed. (From the [Maximum value (Return Value)] until
Stop testing)
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(2) Disp. Origin

Input the Force value at the location where "Stroke = 0."
(3) Maximum value (Return Value)

When the measurement value reaches the configured Force, Height (Length), or
Stroke, the crosshead pauses and starts to return to the Initial Limit.
(5) Show RTN curve

Set whether to draw the curve in the return direction on the chart.
[Pre-Test] setting
When the Pre-Test starts, the test is executed as shown below.
(B)
(A)
Pre-Test Returns to the Pre-

Pre-Test Run a test Test initial limit.
Speed (A)
To the Pre-Test MAX (B)
Return Speed
= Pre-Test Speed (A)
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5. Specimen Dialog
The shape is fixed to [Spring].
6. Data Processing Dialog
You can select the [Spring Software] data processing items. The basic operations are
the same as other software.
7. Chart Dialog
You can select the channel for the [height] and [length] axes. The basic operations are
the same as other software.
8. Report Dialog
The basic operations are the same as other software.
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Force value
Direction: Tensile Displays a positive value when a tensile load is placed on the
load cell.
Direction: Compression Displays a positive value when a compression load is placed on
the load cell.
Height/length values
Displays the absolute value for the length from the zero point.
Stroke value
Testing: the stroke value is reset to zero when the Disp. Origin is the Force. Displays the
length from this point.
After the test: displays the same value as the testing machine.
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Chapter 20
Using the Compliance Correction
This chapter explains the compliance correction.
What is compliance correction?

Test process using compliance correction
Operating Procedure for the Compliance Correction Mode
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What is compliance correction?
This function saves the Testing Machine Correction Data in advance of the actual test and
compensates for the spring height and compliance value to seek more accurate data
processing values.
Actual spring
Force compliance amount
Testing Machine
Correction Data Curve displayed during the test
Stroke
Test process using compliance correction
1. Save the data when a load is directly placed on the load jigs according to the [Single]
Test Mode and the [Compli]. Test Type. This data is called [Correction Data] within this
software.
2. Create the method for this test and check [Use compli. Correction] on the [Stroke] tab
of the [Sensor] screen.
3. Perform the test.
4. The corrected value is displayed in real time as a digital value and on the chart.
5. The data processing values corrected by the Correction Data are displayed.
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Operating Procedure for the Compliance Correction Mode
The operations to obtain the Testing Machine Correction Data are as follows. They are the
same as other (Single, etc.) software.
1. Select [Single] for the Test Mode and [Compli.] for the Test Type on the [Method Wizard] -
[System] screen.
2. Set the following items on the [Method Wizard] - [Testing] screen.
- V1 (Test Speed)
Note: Because the force is directly applied to the load speed, the jigs and load
cell may be damaged when the crosshead is moved at high speed. Set
the crosshead speed to "0.5 mm/min" or less.
- Disp. Origin: When the force becomes larger than the Disp. Origin setting, start the
compliance measurement.
- Maximum value: Set almost the same value as the load cell capacity.
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3. Save this method and click the [Test with this method] button.
4. Approach the load inter-jig distance with the Jog button of the Testing Machine.
Compression Tensile
Crosshead Crosshead
load cell load cell
Upper hook
Upper
compression plate Approach
Approach
Lower hook
Lower
compression
plate
5. Press the Start button in the software or on the Testing Machine.

6. The crosshead starts to move and pauses when the Force reaches the value specified by
the [Return Location Specification].
7. Move the crosshead back to the original location with the Testing Machine Jog button.
8. Select [File] - [Save As] - [Result] to save the Correction Data as a "AGX-X Correction File
(*.xwav)."
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Chapter 21
Using the USBCam Recording Function
This chapter explains the optional USBCam recording function.
Connecting the USBCam and Recording During Testing

Video Playback
Saving Photos
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Connecting the USBCam and Recording During Testing
This software uses the following USBCam to record during testing.

The start and end of recording is linked to the start and end of testing. The recording
automatically starts with the start of testing and ends when the test finishes.
◼ USBCam LifeCam Studio

The camera driver is automatically installed when the camera is connected to the PC.
(*Other USB cameras are not supported.)
If the built-in camera is installed on the computer, disable the built-in camera.
◼ Hardware Settings
Select "use" for the USBCam under the Hardware Settings.
◼ Recording procedure
1. Display the TRAPEZIUMX-V test execution screen.
2. Select [Window (W)] - [USBCam (U)] from the menu.
3. The [USBCam] screen is displayed.

4. Select the [Test] tab on the [USBCam] screen.
5. To record during testing, check the [REC] box.
6. The recording starts automatically when the test starts.
7. The recording stops automatically when the test ends.
8. Save the results file.
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Select the Test tab.
Check the [REC]

box.
USBCam screen
Note
When using the USB camera function, set the Windows screen saver setting to [None].
TRAPEZIUM X-V may crash resulting in loss of test data.
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Note
1) The test cannot be started if the available drive capacity is 50 GB or less. Moreover, the
recording and test will stop if the available capacity falls below 50 GB during testing.
Video files are large. Periodically check the remaining hard drive space to make sure it
has enough space.
2) The following message is displayed 120 minutes after the start of recording, and the
recording and testing stop.
3) Save the recorded file on the local hard disk. If saved in the network folder, the saving
speed may be too late to be able to save normally.
4) If you cannot see the image from the camera when you open the [USBCam] screen, go to
Menu [Window] - [USB Camera] to temporarily hide the [USBCam] screen and then
redisplay it.
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Video Playback
The recorded video can be played back in sync with the chart.
◼ Video information
• Save folder: same folder as the Test File
• Video format: AVI file
• Video file name: (1) When saving the results file
(Test File Name)_(Specimen Name).extension
(2) When not saving the results file
(YYMMDD)_(HHMMSS)_(Specimen Name).extension
◼ Playback procedure
1. Open the Test File in TRAPEZIUMX-V.
2. Select the [Play] tab on the [USBCam] screen.
3. Select the [Specimen Name] of the specimen that you wish to play in the [Test Window].
4. Select the [Play button (▷)] on the [Play] tab.
5. Press the [Pause Button (||)] to pause during playback and select the [Stop Button (□)] to
end playback.
(1) Select the Play tab
(2) Select the specimen.
(3) Click the [Play] button.

Note
If Overlay is turned ON, transitioning to the Play tab will turn Overlay OFF and display only one
image.
Note
To play back test results and movies together, place the test result files and movie files in the
same folder. Do not change the name of the movie file.
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Saving Photos
Any video location can be saved as a photo. Photos can be printed together with results and
charts in a report.
◼ Photo information
• Save folder: same folder as the results and video file
• Photo format: JPEG file
• Video file name: (1) When saving the results file
(Test File Name)_(Specimen Name)_F_(Consecutive
number).extension
(2) When not saving the results file
(YYMMDD)_(HHMMSS)_(Specimen Name)_F_(Consecutive
number).extension
◼ Photo save procedure (saving photos while playing)
2. Select the [Play] tab on the [USBCam] screen.
3. Select the specimen that you wish to play in the [Test Window].
4. Select the [Play button (▷)] on the [Play] tab.
5. Select the [Pause Button (||)].
6. Select the [Save Photo Button ] on the upper part of the [Play] tab.
(1) Select the Play tab.
(2) Select the specimen.
(3) Click the [Play] button. (5) Click the [Save Photo
(4) Click [Pause ] during playback. Button ].
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7. The photos is saved and displayed in the [Photo Viewer].
Check any required images.
8. Select the images to output in the report and click [Close].

9. To print an image, click [Preview] in TRAPEZIUMX-V.
Click [Preview].
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10. Click [Print] on the Preview screen.
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◼ Photo save procedure (PointPicking linked extraction)

2. Set the data processing item [PointPicking1] in the method.
3. Select the specimen that you wish to play in the [Test Window].
4. Right-click with the mouse on the chart to select [PointPicking Axis1] or [PointPicking
Axis2] from the menu and select any point on the chart with the mouse.
Select [PointPicking Axis1].
5. Right-click the point where you wish to extract a photo and select [PointPicking1] from the
menu.
Select [PointPicking1].
6. Select [PointPicking1] from the [Image Capture from PointPicking] pulldown menu on the
[Play] tab.
7. Select the [Save Photo Button ] under [Image Capture from PointPicking] on the [Play]
tab.
Select PointPicking and then

the [Save Photo Button ] to
save the photo.
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8. Subsequent steps are the same as those starting from step 7 of the playback photo saving.
This procedure is an example of setting [PointPicking1]. PointPicking can set up to a

maximum of 20 points, and each image can be captured using the same procedure.
Note
If the pulldown menu is selected when PointPicking is not registered, the "Point Picking is
not properly registered." message is displayed.
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Restrictions
When using the USBCam, the Cycle Mode Settings of Cycle Capture is set to All Cycles
only. Intervals and log intervals cannot be configured.
If the test is paused while recording, there may be a discrepancy between the test result
and the moving image (still image).
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Chapter 22
Using the TRAPEZIUMX Format File Viewing Function
This chapter explains the TRAPEZIUMX Format File Viewing Function.
Set the testing machine type for the file to open

Open method file in TRAPEZIUMX format
Open test file in TRAPEZIUMX format
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Set the testing machine type for the file to open
TRAPEZIUMX format files that can be opened with this software are only those created with AG-
X type (AG-X, AG-Xplus, MST-X, X refresh), AGS-X type, and EZ-X type.
In order to open these files, it is necessary to change the testing machine type from the hardware
settings. If the hardware setting is already set to the testing machine type of the file to open, this
step is not necessary.
The relationship between the file extension and the tester type is as follows.
Testing machine TRAPEZIUMX TRAPEZIUMX

Type Method File Test File
AG-X/MST-X/X- *.xmak *.xtak
Type
AGS-X *.xmas *.xtas
EZ-X *.xmel *.xtel
1. With the testing machine turned off (or not connected to the testing machine), start
TRAPEZIUMX-V and login.
2. The message “Cannot not connect to testing machine. Try again?” Is displayed. Click [No].
3. TRAPEZIUMX-V starts in offline mode.
4. Open [Hardware Settings].
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5. Select the testing machine type form [Type]
6. Click [OK] and restart the software.
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Open a TRAPEZIUMX format method file
TRAPEZIUMX format method files can be opened. The files that can be opened with this
software are only those created with AG-X type (AG-X, AG-Xplus, MST-X, X refresh), AGS-X
type, and EZ-X type.
3. If multiple types of testing machines are already registered, the [Select Hardware
Information] dialog is displayed. Select the testing machine type of the file to open.
If the [Select Hardware Information] dialog box does not appear and the hardware settings
do not match the tester of the file you want to open, you need to register the tester. Refer to
the previous section for the procedure for registering the testing machine.
4. Click [Open Method].
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5. Select [TRAEPZIUMX Type] from [Open Method] dialog.
6. The extension of [File type] is changed to the TRAPEZIUMX format extension, and only
files with that extension are displayed. Select the file you want to open and click [Open].
7. The [Method Wizard] will be launched and you can view the contents of the method file.
Note
The method file cannot be overwritten as a TRAPEZIUMX format file. If you want to save it,
save it as a TRAPEZIUMX-V format file with a different name. Files saved in the
TRAPEZIUMX-V format cannot be opened with TRAPEZIUMX.
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Open a TRAPEZIUMX format test file
TRAPEZIUMX format test files can be opened. The files that can be opened with this software
are only those created with AG-X type (AG-X, AG-Xplus, MST-X, X refresh), AGS-X type, and
EZ-X type.
3. If multiple types of testing machines are already registered, the [Select Hardware
Information] dialog is displayed. Select the testing machine type of the file to open.
If the [Select Hardware Information] dialog box does not appear and the hardware settings
do not match the tester of the file you want to open, you need to register the tester. Refer to
the previous section for the procedure for registering the testing machine.
4. Click [Open Method].
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5. Select [TRAEPZIUMX Type] from [Open Test] dialog.
6. The extension of [File type] is changed to the TRAPEZIUMX format extension, and only
files with that extension are displayed. Select the file you want to open and click [Open].
7. The test file is opened and the contents of the file can be viewed. The recalculation function
can be used to change the conditions and recalculate the test results.
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Note
• The test file cannot be overwritten as a TRAPEZIUMX format file. If you want to save it,
save it as a TRAPEZIUMX-V format file with a different name. Files saved in the
TRAPEZIUMX-V format cannot be opened with TRAPEZIUMX.
• When recalculating TRAPEZIUMX result files with TRAPEZIUMX-V, the calculation
results for some data processing items may change. This is due to the difference in the
number of numerical digits used in the calculation. Compared to TRAPEZIUMX,
TRAPEZIUMX-V can calculate using more digits, making it less susceptible to numerical
error.
• Deflection correction files in TRAPEZIUMX format cannot be opened.
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Index
Index
Create a Simple Tensile Method, 30, 32

Create a Simple Up-And-Down Method, 82
A Create a Tearing and Peeling Test Method, 56
Create a Tensile Method Using an Extensometer, 40
Add a Specimen, 18 Creating a New Group, 151
Add a User, 155 Customize the Toolbars, 164, 165
An Introduction to Clearance, 236
Analysis Method Selection Guide, 115
Area Fill Function for the Energy Calculation Area, 244, D
248, 249, 260
Automatically Save to a Network Destination - Network Default User Types, 148
Export, 142 Delete a User, 159
Average Curve per Batch Display, 245 Delete an Untested Row, 20
Directly Make Changes on the Main Screen - Quick
Setting Panel, 117
C
Caution: Display of Digital Values, 254 E
Change Only Calculation Parameters in the Results
Window, 118 Edit an Existing Method, 27
Change Pass/Fail Conditions in the Results Window, 120 Enter the Specimen Sizes, 14
Change the Alignment of the Charts or Results Screen, Exiting TRAPEZIUMX, 17
170
Change the Data Processing Area of the Peel Test on the
Chart, 128 H
Change the Elasticity Slope on the Chart, 126
Change the Peak/Valley Exclusion Force of the Peel Test How to Avoid Entering the Login ID and Password During
on the Chart, 130 Start Up, 161
Change the Print Order and Enabling/Disabling Printing How to Create a Method Which Uses Clearance, 238
in the Results Window, 122
Change the Screen Shown During Start Up, 178
Change the Size of the Charts or Results Screen, 169 I
Change the Size of the Toolbars, 167
Change the Specimen Order, 21 Installing TRAPEZIUMX, 5
Change User Information, 157 Inter-Jig Distance Automatic Detection, 198
Change Various Methods All at Once (Reanalyze) -
Method Wizard, 116
M
Combine Multiple Tests, 114
Configure the Quick Panel Settings, 173
Marker Controller
Configure the Software and Device Usage Logs, 182
Marker Controller Settings Common to All Testing
Configure the Test Schedule, 184
Connecting to the Testing Machine, 11 Machines, 232
Continue Testing After a Test, 13 Testing Operations, 233
Create a Bending Test Method, 51 Move to the Inter-Jig Distance, 208
Create a Chewiness Test Method, 100
Create a Compression Method, 46
Create a Control Test Method Which Moves in a Step- O
Wise Manner, 86
Create a Creep Test Method, 61 Open a TRAPEZIUMX format method file, 273
Create a Cycle Test Method with Many Loop Numbers Open a TRAPEZIUMX format test file, 275
That Also Incorporates the Resistance Value, 75 Open SPC/SQC Data File (When Not Using the
Create a Form with a Predetermined Format in Excel SPC/SQC Function), 228
(Excel Report), 135 Open SPC/SQC Data File (When Using the SPC/SQC
Create a Method to Use the Inter-Jig Distance Function), 221
Movement, 205 Open Test, 114
Create a New Control Chart, 217 Operations That Can Be Performed During a Test, 8
Create a New Histogram and Control Chart, 222
Create a New Method, 25
Create a Plunger Compression Method, 92
Create a Simple Cycle Test Method, 70
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Starting up TRAPEZIUMX, 15
P Step 1: Turn the Power Supply On, 3
Step 2: Prepare the Test, 4
Perform Tests According to a Schedule, 22 Step 3: Run the Test, 5
Print a Histogram or Control Chart, 229 Step 4: Save the Test Results, 7
Print a Report, 135
T
R
Test a New Group with the Same Method, 19
Reanalysis Process, 113 To Avoid Damaging a Specimen Before a Test, 15
Recovering Data in an Emergency (Backup Function), 9
Redo a Test, 17
Register Frequently Used Methods, 186 U
Register the Inter-Jig Distance Information of the Jig
Used, 192 Using the Auto Save Function, 180
Registering the Testing Machine and Jigs, 18
Restore a Result That Was Separately Changed in
Reanalyze, 132 V
Results Output Selection Guide, 134
Return the Testing Machine to the Original Position, 16 Volume of Data Which Can Be Saved and Managed, 10
Rules of Unusual Judging, 216
W
S
What are Original Groups?, 150
Save a Histogram and Control Chart File, 229 What are User Accounts?, 147
Save a Histogram or Control Chart as a PDF File, 229 What is a Control Chart (When Not Using the SPC/SQC
Select a Method, 12 Function)?, 225
Select the Display Language, 176 What is a control chart (when using the SPC/SQC
Send mail, 141 function)?, 219
Set the testing machine type for the file to open, 271 What is a Histogram?, 224
Show/Hide the Charts or Results Screen, 168 What is Clearance Origin Detection?, 237
Show/Hide the Sensor, 168 What is the Inter-Jig Distance Movement?, 191
SPC/SQC Function Usage Settings and Available What You Can Do with TRAPEZIUMX and How to Use
Functions, 214 This Document, 3
Specify the Data Processing Point on the Chart -
PointPicking, 124
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About This Guide

This guide consists of the following chapters.

 Analyzing and outputting results

 Other useful functions

Indications Used in This Manual ....................................................................................................... ii

Safety Instructions............................................................................................................................ iii

Warranty .......................................................................................................................................... xiii

Software License Agreement ......................................................................................................... xiv

After-Sales Service and Availability of Replacement Parts ......................................................... xvi

Maintenance, Inspections, and Adjustment .................................................................................. xvi

Disposal Precautions...................................................................................................................... xvi

About This Guide ........................................................................................................................... xvii

Chapter 1 Getting Started .................................................................................................................. 2

Chapter 2 Running Tests ................................................................................................................... 2

Perform Tests According to a Schedule ............................................................................................................ 22

Chapter 4 Creating and Editing Methods ....................................................................................... 24

Chapter 9 Reanalyzing a Test ....................................................................................................... 112

Chapter 11 Configuring User Accounts ....................................................................................... 146

What are Original Groups? .............................................................................................................................. 150

Chapter 14 Using the Inter-Jig Distance Movement Function .................................................... 190

Average Curve per Batch Display.................................................................................................................... 245

NOTE About virus check software

NOTE About the port used by TRAPEZIUMX-V

The test data is stored on the PC.

⇒ See Running a test on p.1

You can also open existing conditions

⇒ See Creating a method on

Analyzing and outputting

Results can also be printed or

⇒ See Analyzing and

You can also customize the screen to

⇒ See Settings on p.145

Other helpful functions

Control chart and histogram creation

⇒ See Other useful functions

Install TRAPEZIUMX-V on the PC with the following steps.

4. Specify the installation folder and click [INSTALLATION].

8. Specify the install folder.

10. Start the installation. Select [Next].

12. Select [Close] when the [Install completed] message is displayed.

Connecting to the Testing Machine

 AGX-V series Testing Machine

3. Click [Network and Internet].

4. Click [Network and Sharing Center].

5. Click [Change adapter settings] on the left side.