Opening a PAV File

The PAV file type is primarily associated with Prosys OPC Client.

PAVFile Extension PAV
File extension: PAV
File type:  configuration file

What is a PAV file?

PAV files mostly belong to Prosys OPC Client. PAV files come in two main forms.
For many users, a Process Automation Viewer file stores automated process data. These files use the Microsoft Compound format to hold trend data and process settings. They work with software like the Prosys OPC Client. In some systems, they are also known as Wonderware InTouch Trend Data files used with platforms such as PASCO Capstone. For more details, see the Prosys OPC website.
Another set of PAV files acts as scanner profiles. These files hold settings for Fujitsu fi Series scanners and are used by the PaperStream IP Driver. More information can be found at PFU's scanner page.
  • Use the designated automation software to view trend data files.
  • Open scanner profile files with the corresponding scanner driver software.
  • FilExt.com note: These files are not meant for manual edits, and using the proper application is key.

    How can I open a PAV file?

    You need a suitable software like Prosys OPC Client to open a PAV file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your PAV file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a PAV file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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    Programs that open and convert PAV files:

    1. Prosys OPC Client
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. PAV files are often referred to as Prosys OPC Client settings because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. MediaMatrix (Peavey Architectural View) by Peavey Electronics
      Think of this as an audio spreadsheet where you design a full audio system. This file format is classified as Audio.
    3. Panda Antivirus File

    Technical Data for PAV File Extension

    File classification:
    Settings
    Related files:
    prf, trd, opc, pav%3f%3f%3f%3f, doc, cab, mp4, xlsx, ini, cfg, xml, dat

    a pav configuration file is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with PAV files

    • Associate the PAV file extension with the correct application.
    • Update your software that should actually open configuration files. Because only the current version supports the latest PAV file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Prosys OPC Client update.
    • To make sure that your PAV file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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