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Current Issues with the DAQ
The FACET Home interface necessitates navigating through multiple tabs and buttons to access a single diagnostic related to the DAQ. Given that FACET-II manages nearly 100 cameras operating at a frequency of 10 Hz, there are numerous potential points of failure. This complexity increases the likelihood of encountering issues and makes it challenging to quickly identify and address problems.
DAQ Monitor GUI
The GUI I developed consolidates essential DAQ diagnostics into a single interface, streamlining the process of live debugging. It includes functionality for resetting DAQ features to their default settings after each experimental run, ensuring the system is restored to a known state. The interface also features a comprehensive table that displays which cameras are currently in use along with their shot counts, allowing users to monitor camera activity and performance effectively.
Impact
This tool significantly enhances troubleshooting efficiency by centralizing diagnostics and providing real-time information on camera usage. By enabling quick identification and resolution of DAQ issues, it reduces downtime during experiments and improves the overall effectiveness of experimental operations.
Camera Swap Summary
This GUI summarizes the 19 camera swaps during the 2023-2024 run. The Mako G-125B model had the most replacements, with 9 in total. It was used by 6 cameras, including GAMMA2, which was replaced 4 times.