Output specific DAQ channel to database

[kmc2005]

Hi,

I have a DAQ with 64 inputs, run in a loop, combine data in the loop so that I can calculate the max, min, avg, std, var, and I want to write data of specific channels to the database.  Currently, I am using split signals to accomplish this but it makes the VI so crowded and very messy.  I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions to make this simpler and better.

See image below for my current configuration:

[mikeporter]

DON'T use the express VIs.

DO build subVIs.

There are other issues with your code -- like using the Stop node, but this will get you started.

Mike...

[kmc2005]

Can you tell me why it's not good to use ExpressVI? 

Also, what is the problem with my STOP node? Should I not use it? If so, what should be used instead?  Thank you.

[mikeporter]

The problem is (as you see) that it can complicate code. In addition inside a loop they can be very inefficient.

The problem with the stop is that it is like hitting the abort button. Using the abort button to stop your code is like using a tree to stop your car: it works but there can be unpleasant side effects. The proper way is to let you program stop by terminating all loops and releasing all resources the program is using.

Mike...

[RavensFan]

You are also using Insert into Array.  Whenever you are putting new data at either the beginning or the end of the array, the proper function to use is Build Array.