JCM Soft Assistant User Manual

SOFT-ASSISTANT
SOFT-ASSISTANT COD. 1247016 / 2.1 ENGLISH
CONTENTS
1.1 ITS FUNCTIONS..................................................................................................................4
1.2 MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS..........................................................................4
1.3 MATERIAL SUPPLIED WITH THE ASSISTANT .........................................................4
2. OPERATING ..................................................................... .. ................................ .........................5
2.1 GENERAL.............................................................................................................................5
2.2 INSTALLATION TYPES.....................................................................................................6
3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................7
3.1 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION...........................................................................................7
3.2 DRIVERS INSTALLATION ...............................................................................................8
3.3 RUNNING..............................................................................................................................8
4. USER MANUAL ....................... .. ................................ ................................ ... ..............................9
4.1 APPLICATION.....................................................................................................................9
4.2 CONFIGURATION..............................................................................................................9
4.2.1 Application data....................... ... ............................................................. .........................9
4.2.2 Configurable fields.................................................................................................. .......10
4.3 LANGUAGE........................................................................................................................10
4.4 SESSION..............................................................................................................................11
4.5 ASSISTANT.........................................................................................................................11
4.5.1 Options and functions (driver)....................... ................................ .. ...............................12
4.5.2 Devices.................................. ............................................................. ............................12
4.5.2.1 Emisores..................................................................................................................12
4.5.2.2 Receptores...............................................................................................................14
4.5.2.3 Access control panels 500 / 1000 / 2000 codes.......................................................14
4.5.2.4 Accessories..............................................................................................................15
4.5.2.5 Control panel...........................................................................................................15
4.5.2.6 Programming tool ...................................................................................................15
4.6 WORK WITH INSTALLATIONS....................................................................................15
4.6.1 Creation of a new installation................................................ ................................ .........16
4.6.1.1 Structure..................................................................................................................17
4.6.1.2 User groups.............................................................................................................20
4.6.1.3 Universal code.........................................................................................................21
4.6.1.4 Universal groups ....................................................................................................23
4.6.2 Code registration / cancellation............................................... ................................ .......23
4.6.2.1 Registration.............................................................................................................23
4.6.2.2 Cancellation ............................................................................................................25
4.6.3 Configuring / Editing user data....... ................................ ................................ ...............25
4.6.4 Save / Record installations ............................................ .. ................................ ...............26
4.7 REPLACEMENTS, RESERVES.......................................................................................27
4.7.1 Replacement.......................................................... .........................................................27
4.7.2 Allocating reserved position...........................................................................................27
4.8 SEARCHES..........................................................................................................................27
4.9 LISTS....................................................................................................................................28
4.9.1 Group details ................................... ... ................................ ... ................................ .........28
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4.9.2 Equipment memory........................................................................................................28
4.9.3 Unit details............................................................. ................................ .. .......................28
4.10 ADMINISTRATOR SOFT ASSISTANT........................................................................29
4.10.1 Roles.................................... ................................ .. ................................ .......................29
4.10.2 Users...................................... ................................ ................................ ... ....................30
4.10.3 Import Access Data Base..............................................................................................31
4.10.4 Backups .................... ... ................................ ................................ .................................31
4.10.4.1 Save........................................................................................................................31
4.10.4.2 Restore...................................................................................................................31
4.10.4.3 Scheduling bac k ups...............................................................................................32
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1. CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SOFT-ASSISTANT
Soft-ASSISTANT is installation management software.
1.1 ITS FUNCTIONS
The functions that can be carried out using the Soft-ASSISTANT are as follows:
- Installation management
- Configuration of equipment from the MOTION range
1.2 MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Supported OS:
- Windows XP-SP3, Vista 32-SP1 / 64-SP1, Windows7 32/64, Server 2003 R2, 2008 and 2008 R2
Hardware:
- Pentium 4
- 512 Mbytes of RAM
- 350 Mbytes of free hard drive
- Free USB port
- ASSISTANT
1.3 MATERIAL SUPPLIED WITH THE ASSISTANT
The ASSISTANT is made up of the following parts:
- USB memory stick containing the Soft-ASSISTANT management programme.
- USB cable to connect the ASSISTANT to the PC.
- Installation guide.
- ASSISTANT programming tool.
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2. OPERATING
2.1 GENERAL
The Assistant programmer is a tabletop tool for installation management.
The equipment can be connected to the PC using the USB cable supplied. The POWER light indicates the correct power supply to the equipment. The FUNCTION light indicates that the programmer is running. The area marked as PROGRAMMING AREA is where the operating devices must be located. The memory cards are inserted in the connector at the front of the equipment. The cable configuration control boards is also inserted into the connector.
GO-PRO MN / GO-EVO MN
CONECTOR
GO-PRO / GO-EVO
Connection status
The status button indicates the connection status. If it is red, this indicates that the programmer is not connected to the PC. If it is green, the connection is correct. By clicking on the status button the programme indicates whether the Assistant is correctly connected to the Soft-Assistant programme or not.
Connections
USB connector Memory and event card connector
Programming of different devices (see Section 4.6 ASSISTANT) Transmitters Proximity elements Memory and event cards Receivers Access control stations
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2.2 INSTALLATION TYPES
Local
A single workstation with its database.
Server
A workstation with a common database on that all the network clients can operate.
Client
Several workstations connected to a server housing a common database.
Mobile
A mobile station can have its database available while remaining disconnected from the server. The user may synchronize their database with that of the server starting the session with the Server and synchronizing the data.
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3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
Before installing the new software, you should make a backup of your database.
Insert the USB memory stick inside a USB port. The Soft-ASSISTANT setup application will then start automatically.
Enter the register code which is on the label at bottom part of the USB stick.
Select the type of installation.
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In the case of Server installation, the programme must first be installed in the server and then in the remaining workstations, in which will operate as Client.
In the case of Client or Mobile installation, the Server database must be selected. Press Test Connection for checking the connection.
Warning: Once finished the installation process, it will not be able to change the installation type.
3.2 DRIVERS INSTALLATION
Insert the USB memory stick in a USB port of the PC. Connect the USB cable to the programmer and the PC. A window will open on the PC containing the message “New hardware found” and the Windows assistant for new hardware found will auto-run. Follow the instructions given on screen. During hardware installation, the assistant will ask you to select the USB driver path. Select the USB unit.
3.3 RUNNING
On running the application, the programme will request a login and password. The login is “softadmin” and the
password is “assistant” by default.
User: softadmin Password: assistant
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4. USER MANUAL
4.1 APPLICATION
On running the application, a form will appear to enter the login and password.
4.2 CONFIGURATION
From the main menu bar, click on Application, Configuration and the application configuration window will appear.
This window can be used to update all the data related to general application and application user information. Three tabs will appear that correspond to the following configurable data.
4.2.1 Application data
This allows for the workstation data to be recorded. Note 1: If the user always works with an installer code, it may be marked in this window. All the new installations carried out from then onwards will have an installer code by default. Note 2: If the user wants to forbid the programmation via radio, it may be marked in this window. All the new installations carried out from then onwards will have forbidden the programmation via radio
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4.2.2 Configurable fields
This allows for a series of fields to be configured, their format chosen and whether they are to be visible fields (those appearing in the search lists). Example: field name (Telephone) and type (Numerical).
4.3 LANGUAGE
To change the application language, click on Application and Language on the menu bar and choose the required language. The initial window will appear where you must enter your login and password again. On entering, the language will have changed automatically.
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