The Run Time System (RTS) consists of a number of co-operating software modules that manage a number of logical communication links, each being connected by means of the Communications Subsystem to Data acquisition devices.

The RTS provides an operator interface for system configuration, performs data acquisition and enables online fault diagnosis to be performed.

Monitor displays provide operators with a continuous view of system activity and alarms are used to bring exceptional conditions to the operators attention.

System status can be displayed in a variety of forms either locally or remotely on the users's own PC. Formats range from simple text displays through to 2D and 3D representation of the whole volume of interest.

Comprehensive data management tools are provided that allow the querying of the data to generate reports that can be automatically distributed via email or viewed via a standard Web browser. Additionally, data ca be archived on CD.

The RTS is efficient and only requires simpler cheaper desktop type PC's. For even simpler needs, a laptop can be used.