
TrueChem
Is there a list of TrueChem variables?
Yes! Click Here for a categorized list of TrueChem variables.
How do I install TrueChem on another computer?
Install TrueChem using the original program CD or by executing the setup program located on your network.
If neither of these tools are available, contact the system administrator or TrueLogic Company for further assistance.
How do I schedule a {Remake}?
There are two types of schedules in TrueChem – Result and Other.
Result schedules are used to schedule an analysis for a certain Result item.
To Schedule other actions, create an Other schedule. This will allow you to define a specific action to take on a scheduled basis. On the Schedule Tab in Object Setup, click the Add button on the Other Schedule section to create a new schedule. Choose a type, either Scheduled Add or {Remake} and define any additional information about the schedule (description, priority, frequency, etc.). This item will show up in the schedule log and can be completed by highlighting the row and clicking the Do Now button.
How do I move or copy {Objects} from one {Group} to another?
Right click on the {Object} in the Tree View and select Cut (to move) or Copy (to copy). Then, right click on a {Group} and select Paste.
If you are copying an {Object}, you have the option to copy the associated test data as well as the setup.
Can I create a global rule that could be applicable to several {Objects}?
Yes. Creating global rules gives the ability to define the rule one time and apply these rules to multiple result or adjustment items.
To create a global rule, create a rule set, then add rules to the rule set. Once you have created the rule set and its rules, add this rule set to any adjustment or result item.
To create a rule set:
1. Click on the System Setup button
2. Click on the Rules tab.
3. In the Rule Set field, select.
4. The Create New Rule Set window opens.
5. Enter a name for the new rule set and click on the OK button.
To add rules to a rule set:
1. Click on the System Setup button
2. Click on the Rules tab
3. In the Rule Set field, select the rule set you want to modify
4. Click on the Add button.
5. The Rule Setup window opens.
6. Create the rule in the Rule Setup window and click on the OK button.
7. The new rule is displayed in the Rule Set Details
To add a rule set to a result or adjustment item:
1. Select the appropriate {Object} in the tree.
2. Click on the Object Setup button
3. Click the Test tab
4. Click on the test item you want to modify and click the modify button, or create a new test item by clicking the add button.
5. If the test item is a result or adjustment item, you can add the rule set or a custom rule by clicking the add button to the Apply Rules section at the bottom.
What formulas does TrueChem use for SPC calculations?
Here are the calculations used by TrueChem:
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How do I change databases?
There are two ways to change databases.
1. Click the Change Database button on the Database tab in System Setup. This opens a file browser and allows selection of the new database.
(NOTE: The new database will be used the next time you start TrueChem.)
2. TrueLogic also has a free utility that allows the definition of an unlimited number of database locations combined with a custom description. When TrueChem is re-started, connection to the newly selected database is available. Please contact TrueLogic Company to obtain this utility.
How do I schedule an Add?
There are two types of schedules in TrueChem – Result and Other.
Result schedules are used to schedule an analysis for a certain Result item.
To Schedule other actions, you will need to create an Other schedule. This allows definition of a specific action to take on a scheduled basis. On the Schedule Tab in {Object} Setup, click the Add button on the Other Schedule section to create a new schedule. Choose a type, either Scheduled Add or {Remake} and define any additional information about the schedule (description, priority, frequency, etc.). This item will show up in the schedule log and can be completed by highlighting the row and clicking the Do Now button.
Can I combine {Reports} from multiple {Objects} into a single {Report}?
Yes. To configure {Group} level {Reports}:
1. Select the appropriate {Group} from the tree
2. Click on the {Group} setup button
3. Click on the {Report} tab
4. Click the Use {Group} level {Reports} check box
5. Select a {Group} template and an {Object} template
6. Select an allotted time from the combo boxes
How do I customize email subjects and messages?
You can use TrueChem variables to customize email messages and subjects. Using variables, you can define a generic subject and message by clicking the Message button next to the Send E-mail To combo box.
The following is an example of a custom message on a rule of a result item:
| Example setup SUBJECT: [RST.NAME] was out of spec MESSAGE: [DATE] [TIME] |
Processed example SUBJECT: mL/L of H2SO4 was out of spec MESSAGE: 05\14\02 2:36 PM |
This message and subject setup could be used on any result item. The subject and message would contain the values of of the selected result items from the attached rule. Click here for a list of variables.
What hardware is required to run TrueChem?
Minimum PC Requirements
| Operating system | Windows 2000 |
| Processor / Speed | PentiumIII / 850Mhz |
| Memory | 256 MB |
| Video/Monitor Resolution | 800 x 600 |
| Color | 256 |
| Connection | Connection to SMTP Mail Server for program email to work properly (Only required if automatic email function is used) |
| Web Browser | Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater |
Recommended PC Requirements
| Operating system | Windows XP Professional |
| Processor / Speed | Pentium4 / 1.4Ghz |
| Memory | 512 MB |
| Video/Monitor Resolution | 1024 x 768 |
| Color | High/True color graphics card |
| Connection | High Speed Internet Connection-static IP Address (Lab Computer Only) |
| Web Browser | Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater |
Server requirements
| File Server | If using ACCESS database on Windows NT or Novell file server, see Microsoft or Novell for Minimum Hardware Requirements |
| Free Disk Space | 100 MB on File Server |
| SQL Server | If using SQL, use version SQL 2000 or later. See Microsoft for Minimum Hardware Requirements |
| Support | For additional information on Server requirements, call TrueLogic Technical Support |
How can I send email to cell phones?
Here is a list of cell phone company’s email-to-text addresses.
| AT&T | area code + phone number@txt.att.net |
| Sprint/Nextel | area code – phone number@messaging.nextel.com |
| T Mobile | area code + phone number @tmomail.net |
| Verizon | area code + phone number@vtext.com |




