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The document is about the VDS/ASTMAC Release Up Kit R7. The main purpose is to upgrade the Versatile Data Server (VDS) and ASTMAC software to Release 7. It mentions that existing systems might need revision to use the latest features.
In Release 7, VDS Viewer is required as a Java application, which is downloaded from the HMI Server. Also, ASTMAC is only for the Japanese market, not for overseas sales.
The configuration includes a DVD-ROM, order ID sheet, and user manual. The models and releases that need updating are listed, with VDS models NT610J and ASTMAC models NT105J, NT110J, etc., from R5/R6. If the existing system is R4 or earlier, they should consult YOKOGAWA separately.
System requirements for both VDS and ASTMAC are Windows 7 Professional SP1 (32-bit or 64-bit), a processor of 1 GHz or higher, 2 GB RAM, and a DVD-ROM drive. But there are some notes: Aero style, UAC, and Windows Defender must be disabled on Windows 7. Also, some optional packages might not run on Windows 7, like Excel 2013 SP1 or OPC Data Link for .NET.
For the VDS/ASTMAC R7 upgrade, there are some limitations. Some operations might be restricted, and existing applications might not work. Users should check their system specs and discuss with YOKOGAWA if needed. Also, Windows Vista is not supported.
The optional packages not supported by Windows 7 include Operation Shield (NT321AJ) and Power Monitor Driver (NT366AJ). For Operation Shield, only VDS Viewer can be used for window settings, others can't transfer. For the Power Monitor Driver, connecting to certain models (UPM01/02/03, UZ005, PR201) isn't possible on Windows 7.
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VDS/ASTMAC Release Up Kit R7 is designed to upgrade the Versatile Data Server (VDS) and Production line configuring software (ASTMAC) to Release 7. Existing systems may require revision to R7 to utilize new features. VDS Viewer, a Java application, is necessary for R7 and must be downloaded from the HMI Server. ASTMAC is restricted to the Japanese domestic market.
The kit includes a DVD-ROM, order ID sheet, and user manual. VDS models NT610J and ASTMAC models NT105J, NT110J, NT120J, NT130J, NT140J, NT182AJ are targeted for upgrade from R5/R6. Systems with R4 or earlier must contact Yokogawa separately.
System requirements for VDS/ASTMAC R7: Windows 7 Professional SP1 (32-bit/64-bit), 1 GHz+ processor, 2 GB RAM, and a DVD-ROM drive. Windows 7 settings (Aero, UAC, Windows Defender, Smart Screen Filter) must be disabled. Some optional packages, like Excel 2013 SP1 or OPC Data Link for .NET, require specific configurations.
Key limitations: Certain VDS/ASTMAC functions (e.g., database connection, message logging) may need application modifications. VB Property Link and automatic data transmission between VDS/ASTMAC and Visual Basic 6.0 require updated development environments (Visual Studio 2015 or 2013 with .NET 3.5 SP1).
Unsupported packages on Windows 7: Operation Shield (NT321AJ) and Power Monitor Driver (NT366AJ). Operation Shield’s window settings can be managed via VDS Viewer, but other functions cannot transfer. Power Monitor Driver compatibility is limited to specific Yokogawa models (UPM01/02/03, UZ005, PR201), which are not supported on Windows 7.
Users must verify their system specifications and consult Yokogawa for compatibility issues or older systems. Detailed requirements and guidance are referenced in GS 34P02A02-01E, GS 34P02A03-01E, and TI 34P02V06-01E. Windows Vista is not available.
