MCD TestSuite

MCD TestManager – Classic sequence control for test systems

Flexible test platform for individual test tasks

MCD TestManager is a software platform for developing and executing individual measurement and test procedures. It combines test control with type management, measurement evaluation and result documentation. Defined test steps run in a specified order and can be parameterised to suit the test task. The associated interpreter steps are written in MCD’s own interpreted language. Integrated editors and a debugger support development. Type families and variants assign suitable procedures and limits to different products. Measuring instruments and interfaces can be integrated through the available hardware modules and MCD Toolmonitors. DLLs, COM/ActiveX components and .NET assemblies add application-specific functions. Measurement data, test results and reports document the tests. This enables automated test concepts for development, manufacturing and quality assurance to be implemented and adapted to individual requirements.

Challenges and concept

Different product variants, measurement tasks and devices require adaptable test software. MCD TestManager combines test procedure development with parameter and limit management. Device integration and result evaluation are part of the same test environment.

MCD TestManager – Classic sequence control for test systems

Individual test steps and clearly defined procedures

The test sequence defines the order and conditions of the individual steps. Interpreter steps written in MCD's own language perform measurement and control tasks. Parameters allow the same function to be reused for different channels, measurement ranges or product variants.

Integrated editors, syntax checking and a debugger support development. Single-step mode allows procedures to be tested selectively. Hardware modules, toolmonitors and external software components adapt the application to the devices and test requirements.

The direct switch between runtime and development environments makes it easier to commission, adapt and optimize test systems. Process and measurement data can be exchanged between the integrated components while maintaining access to the connected hardware.

Test procedures

Defined step sequence with parameters and limits

Development

MCD's interpreted language, editors & debugger

Integration

Hardware modules, tool monitors, DLLs, COM/ActiveX & .NET assemblies

Test and functional scope

Structured & adaptable

MCD TestManager combines parameterised test procedures with type management and measurement evaluation. MCD's own interpreted language implements individual measurement and control tasks. Integrated tools support development on the test system.

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TestManager

Interface

Measurement and control functions are written in MCD’s own interpreted language. The editor and debugger support editing and step-by-step code testing.

MCD’s interpreted language
Integrated editor
Syntax checking and debugger
Display of variables, parameters and call stacks

Type families and variants organise the products. Test procedures link the required steps to suitable parameters and limits for each test.

Type families
Product variants
Reusable test steps
Parameters and limits

Hardware modules and MCD Toolmonitors connect devices and interfaces. DLLs, COM/ActiveX components and .NET components add functions for the application.

Measuring instruments and interfaces
MCD Toolmonitors
DLLs and COM/ActiveX
.NET assemblies

Measurements are evaluated against defined limits. Test step and DUT results can be saved with further test data and documented using customisable reports.

Measurements and limits
Test step and DUT results
Test timestamp, test duration and serial number
Customisable report templates

Flexible platform for development and production

MCD TestManager supports measurement and testing in development, manufacturing and quality assurance. Test procedures, device integration and evaluation are tailored to the test system.

Test Methods and Concepts Used

MCD TestManager combines defined test procedures with individual interpreter steps, type management and measurement evaluation. Hardware modules and external software components extend the application. Integrated development tools support adaptation to different measurement and test tasks.

Test procedures and programming

Test steps in a defined order

MCD's own interpreted language

Reusable functions and libraries

DLLs, COM/ActiveX and .NET assemblies

Type management and parameterisation

Organisation of type families and variants

Assignment of suitable test procedures

Type-specific parameters and limits

Conditional branching within the test procedure

Hardware and device integration

Integration of available hardware modules

Control of external measuring instruments

Device integration through MCD Toolmonitors

Use of the supported interfaces

Development and result documentation

Integrated editors and interpreter debugger

Single-step operation and continuous-run mode

Measurement evaluation and result storage

Customisable reports and local statistics

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQS

MCD TestManager is part of the MCD TestSuite and provides software for developing and executing automated measurement and test procedures. It combines individual test steps with type management, hardware integration, measurement evaluation and result documentation.

TestManager is suitable for measurement and test tasks with a defined step sequence in development, manufacturing and quality assurance. Test procedures, parameters and limits can be adapted to different products and variants.

Devices are connected through available hardware modules and MCD Toolmonitors. Examples include serial interfaces and IEEE-488. The devices and protocols that can be used depend on the modules and system configuration.

Test steps are implemented through interpreter steps written in MCD’s own language. An integrated editor and debugger support development. DLLs, COM/ActiveX components and .NET assemblies can also be integrated.

TestManager provides individually programmable test procedures and flexible device integration. MCD TestMate offers additional capabilities for test concepts involving parallel procedures and C# test steps. MCD helps select the right solution for the test requirements and system environment.

KEY FACTS

Individual test sequence control

MCD TestManager executes defined test steps in a specified order. Parameters and conditional branching adapt procedures to the test task. Measurement and control functions can be reused across different products.

MCD's own interpreted language

Interpreter steps implement the actions of a test step and return measurements to the system. The editor and syntax checker support development. The debugger enables step-by-step execution and inspection of variables and parameters.

Type families and product variants

Type management organises different types of DUT and assigns suitable procedures to them. Shared test steps can be called with different parameters and limits. This keeps test concepts for multiple variants clearly structured.

Flexible device and software integration

Hardware modules and MCD Toolmonitors connect measuring instruments and interfaces to the test procedure. DLLs, COM/ActiveX components and .NET assemblies extend the application with additional functions. Components are selected to suit the test system.

Measurement evaluation and documentation

The system evaluates measurements against the defined test step limits and uses them to determine test results. Measurements and associated test data can be saved. Customisable report templates and local statistics support documentation and evaluation.