National Instruments NI-FBUS Computer Monitor User Manual


 
Chapter 4 How To Use the NI-FBUS Monitor
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Viewing Data
You can view data in a filter window, and switch between tabs to view
all the information, or you can split the window and view all tabs
simultaneously.
To split the current Filter window into four panes, select Window»Split
Filter Window or click the Split Filter Window button on the standard
toolbar. The split window allows you to look at different parts of the capture
at the same time. Figure 4-2 shows an example Filter window screen split
into four panes that display the data for this filter.
Figure 4-2. Example Filter Window Session
In Figure 4-2, the upper left pane displays statistical information about the
packets on the bus, and the other three panes display the packets in the
simple, decode, and hex modes, respectively. The toolbar affects the
currently active view, so be sure to select a view by clicking in the view
area before selecting the toolbar options.