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Export Data

Export captured waveforms and decode reports to various formats for documentation, analysis, and signal regeneration.

Export Waveform Files

Save As Export Formats

Save captured waveforms in various formats for different purposes.

Available formats:

  1. TravelLogic files (*.TLW) - Native format with all settings preserved
  2. Transitional text file (*.txt) - Transition-only data (reduced file size)
  3. Text file (*.txt) - Full data export
  4. MATLAB array file (*.m) - For MATLAB analysis and processing
  5. Binary data file (*.bin) - Raw binary format
  6. TravelLogic files + Report file (.TLW + .TXT) - Waveform and decoded report together
  7. Value Change Dump (*.vcd) - Standard VCD format for simulation tools and waveform viewers
  8. Timestamp binary file (*.bin) - Time-stamped binary data with options:
  9. 64-bit time + 16-bit data
  10. 64-bit time + 32-bit data
  11. 64-bit time + 64-bit data
  12. 64-bit time + 128-bit data

Timestamp binary format:

The first 64 bits represent time, and the remaining bits represent data. Data direction is from LSB to MSB (left to right).

Note: If you choose a data bit format with fewer bits than the number of channels, extra bits will be discarded.

Storage range options:

When using Save As, you can optionally specify a storage range to export only a portion of the captured data:

  • Full waveform
  • Cursor range only
  • Custom time range

Export To Pattern Generator

Save As DGW / PGV File

Convert captured waveforms to DGW/PGV format for Acute Digital Data Generators (PKPG, PG2000, DG Series, TD Series). The exported waveform can be used to regenerate digital signals.

Configuration options:

  1. Select PG model: The software checks maximum working frequency and memory depth based on the selected model
  2. File name and location: Specify where to save the converted PGV file
  3. Save range:
  4. Waveform within cursor range
  5. Maximum available range (based on PG's maximum memory)
  6. Note: Files larger than the PG's memory may not open in the PG software
  7. Repeat output: Add a "Jump to start" command at the end for continuous playback
  8. Idle convert method: Replace long idle periods with loop instructions to save memory
  9. Warning: This makes the waveform more complex and harder to edit
  10. PG working frequency: Specify the target pattern generator frequency
  11. Waveform convert method: Choose how to handle frequency mismatches:
  12. Real-time sampling mode: Uses PG's maximum frequency (may lose small signals)
  13. Slower waveform mode: Converts high-speed waveform to slower speed (may affect setup/hold timing)

Use cases:

  • Replaying captured signals for testing
  • Creating test patterns from real-world signals
  • Debugging with known-good waveforms
  • Generating stimulus signals for verification

Export Decode Reports

Save Report Contents

Export bus decode results and statistics as text files for documentation or further analysis.

How to export:

  1. Navigate to the report area below the waveform
  2. Click the save button in the report window toolbar
  3. Choose format and location

Supported formats:

  • .CSV (Comma-Separated Values): For spreadsheet analysis
  • .TXT (Plain text): For documentation

What's included:

  • Decode results
  • Timestamps
  • Channel states
  • Customized report columns
  • Statistics (if configured)

See: Bus Decode Settings for customizing report columns before export.

Batch Export Operations

Batch Report Save

Generate decode reports from multiple captured waveform files in one operation.

Configuration:

  1. Source files: Select .TLW or .LAW waveform files
  2. Output directory: Choose where to save converted reports
  3. File extension: Select .CSV or .TXT format
  4. Decode settings:
  5. Use decode settings from each individual file
  6. Use decode settings from a specified file for all conversions
  7. Report format:
  8. Save reports in separated files
  9. Combine all reports into one file with separation text
  10. Include options:
  11. Timestamp column information
  12. Header column information

Use cases:

  • Processing multiple test runs at once
  • Generating reports for production logs
  • Batch conversion for archival
  • Creating standardized reports from multiple captures

Export Best Practices

Choosing The Right Format

For analysis in other tools:

  • Use .VCD for waveform viewers (GTKWave, etc.)
  • Use .CSV for spreadsheet analysis
  • Use .MATLAB for signal processing

For documentation:

  • Use .TXT for readable reports
  • Use .TLW + .TXT for complete archives
  • Include timestamps for traceability

For signal regeneration:

  • Use .DGW/.PGV for Acute pattern generators
  • Export cursor range to focus on specific events
  • Consider idle optimization for long captures

File Size Management

Large captures:

  • Use transitional text format to reduce file size
  • Export only cursor range when possible
  • Use binary formats for efficient storage

Batch operations:

  • Process files during off-hours for large batches
  • Use consistent decode settings for easier comparison
  • Combine reports when analyzing related captures