Hoffmann Group Connected Tools – HCT smart dongle & GARANT Footswitch HCT

Optimise and simplify your measurement processes with these HCT devices

Want to transfer measurement values to different computers without needing to reconnect to the measuring instruments every time? Then look no further than the HCT smart dongle.

Are you also looking for a non-contact way to transfer measurement values without interfering with the test rig? Want to record measurement values from several devices simultaneously? Got your hands full and want to trigger a measurement/press the ENTER key? Then look no further than the GARANT Footswitch HTC.

Both products provide a convenient and efficient way to optimise and simplify your measurement processes. You only need to set up the devices once and can then use them on any computer.

Advantages and functions

Connection

  • Very reliable connection with HCT tools using only the USB port on the computer.

  • No need for authorisation to install software on the computer.

  • After connecting and configuring them once, the HCT measuring instruments can be used on different computers.

Handling

  • Simple configuration via MS Excel without the need for additional software.

  • The measurement values are shown on screen and saved in different formats (CSV, XLS, etc.) in measurement reports.

  • Measurement values can be uniquely assigned via freely selectable names.

Additional features of the GARANT Footswitch HCT

  • The HCT Footswitch provides a non-contact way to trigger measurements and transfer measurement values.
  • The HCT Footswitch also enables you to take measurements on several devices simultaneously or sequentially in the form of a group measurement.
  • The HCT Footswitch can replace key commands.

It's so easy to configure and connect your HCT-enabled measuring equipment with the HCT Smart Dongle or Footswitch HCT.


Watch the step-by-step instructions in this quickstart video. You only need to set up the devices once and can then use them on any computer.

Update over the air

In this video you will learn how to update the Footswitch HCT quickly and easily with the HCT Mobile App. Simply download the app, watch the video, update the Footswitch and continue working.

If one or more files no longer have all their functions or have been damaged after the update, you can download them again from Documents for download.

The Footswitch as a trigger for the HCT Windows App

In this video you will learn how you can use the Footswitch HCT in conjunction with the HCT Windows app to start work steps of a working plan, transmit measured values or acknowledge queries without using the keyboard.

Dynamic Indication Mode

Select one of the devices connected to the GARANT Footswitch HCT. You can now transfer as many measured values as you like from this device. You can also easily switch between devices if you need the values from another device.

Hybrid Mode

In this video, you will learn how to use the Hybrid Mode of the GARANT Footswitch HCT.


Documents for download

In the event that you have performed an update over the air or that your GARANT Footswitch HCT/ HCT Smart Dongle no longer functions correctly because files have been corrupted, you can download the default files on the footswitch and dongle again here.

Download the zip file and copy the files it contains to your footswitch and dongle. Please note that you will need to replace any damaged files and that you will need to adapt the config.ini and devices.csv again for your application, i.e. re-enter the devices, set the mode, etc.

Included for the GARANT Footswitch HCT: config.ini, devices.csv, wplan.csv and the link to the User Guide

The HCT Smart Dongle file includes: config.ini, devices.csv and the link to the User Guide.

General information: If you are editing one of the files (config.ini, devices.csv, wplan.csv), copy it to a temporary drive on your computer beforehand. Make all the desired changes and save the file. Then copy the file back to the footswitch. Please note that the old file must be replaced by the one you have edited.

Operating instructions for HCT smart dongle Operating instructions (PDF)
Operating instructions for GARANT Footswitch HCT Operating instructions (PDF)
Config. HCT smart dongle Config HCT smart dongle (TXT)
Config. GARANT Footswitch HCT Config. GARANT FootSwitch HCT (TXT)

Looking for advice about HCT?

Contact our HCT experts at any time. We would be happy to advise you on all matters relating to the HCT smart dongle and GARANT FootSwitch HCT or on connected tools in general.

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