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   Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Installation and Overview..............................3

System Requirements 3

Differences Between SPS and SPSWin 4

Installing SPSWin Version 4.0 (and/or its companion applications) 5

Windows NT/2000/XP Administrator Notes 7

SPSWin Help and Tables 7

SPSWin Unit Setup Overview 9

Starting SPSWin...........................................10

Starting SPSWin 10

Passwords 10

Creating or Editing an SPSWin Password 11

Main Window Toolbar Reference 11

Communications..........................................12

Accessing Modem Configuration 12

Setting Your Modem Configuration and Connect Set 12

Connecting to a Unit 15

Communications Options 16

Creating or Editing a Unit Definition

(Stand-Alone Units) .....................................17

Opening a New Unit Definition Window 17

Creating or Editing a Unit Definition (StandAlone) 18

Copying a Unit Definition 18

Creating or Editing a Multi-Link Chain .......19

Opening a New Multi-Link Chain Definition Window 19

Creating a New Multi-Link Chain Definition 20

Receiving Data from Unit ............................21

Selecting Display Type 21

Downloading Unit Data 22

Verifying Unit Data Has Been Received 24

Upgrading Your Unit(s) 24

Entering and Editing Unit Data ...................25

Time Zones 25

Schedules 27

Holidays 29

Access Levels 30

Access Codes 32

Accessing Unit and Multi-Link Data Fields 38

Creating and Editing Directory Sets (Multi-Link Only) 39

Relays 40

Settings 41

Messages 44

Firmware 45

Updates 45

Transactions 46

Notes 47

Sending Data to a Unit.................................48

Merging Unit Data ........................................49

Accessing the Merge Feature 49

Setting Merge Priority 50

Viewing Update Results 50

Printing or Exporting Reports.....................51

Accessing Reports 51

Printing Reports 52

Exporting Reports 52

Reports Description 53

Viewing and Printing Transactions.............56

Downloading Transactions 56

Viewing and Printing Transactions 56

On-Line Programming .................................57

Using the On-Line Programmer 57

Using the Control Panel 58

Changing the Unit Password 59

Appendix ......................................................60

SPSWin Main Window Menu Bar 60

Unit Definition Window Menu Bar 63

Control Panel Actions Reference 65

Merge Options (Data Results Reference) 66

Conflict Definitions (Unit Update Status Report) 68

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Installation and Overview

The procedures in this manual assume that you are familiar with your telephone entry system (Horizon, Infinity, or Multi-Link).

This chapter will cover . . .

 System Requirements

 Differences Between SPS and

SPSWin

 Installing SPSWin Version 4.0

(and/or its companion applications)

 Each time you finish entering data in SPSWin, you must always either

 If you do not perform either Send Changes or Send All after making

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Send Changes or Send All to the unit, or the changes will not take effect. For more information, see Sending Data to a Unit on page 48.

changes in SPSWin, your system will not function predictably.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

 SPSWin Help and Tables

 Windows NT/2000/XP

Administrator Notes

 SPSWin Unit Setup Overview

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System Requirements

To run SPSWin, your system must have Windows 95 (full version) or higher and the following:

: For databases having a large number of access codes (e.g., a combination of 1000 or more

Note

directory codes, entry codes, and/or cards), Sentex strongly suggests using the recommended hardware.

INDOWS 95, 98, OR ME® USERS

Minimum Recommended

Pentium 233-megahertz (MHz) IBM PC-Compatible Computer

64 MB of RAM 128 MB of RAM 240 MB hard disk free 300 MB hard disk free

Internet Explorer 4.01 (Service Pack 2)

Hayes-compatible modem connected to a COM port

CD ROM

Mouse 800 x 600 Display Setting

Table 1: SPSWin System Requirements (Windows 95, 98, or ME)

 Windows 95 Users: You must have Y2K Update installed on your machine.

 Windows 98 Users: You must have Y2K Update 2 installed on your machine - does not apply to

Windows 98, Second Edition.

Pentium II 400-megahertz (MHz) IBM PC-Compatible Computer

Internet Explorer 5.0

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WINDOWS NT, 2000, OR XP® USERS

Minimum Recommended

Pentium 333-megahertz (MHz) IBM PC-Compatible Computer

128 MB of RAM 256 MB of RAM

240 MB hard disk free 300 MB hard disk free

Internet Explorer 4.01 (Service Pack 2)

Hayes-compatible modem connected to a COM port

CD ROM Mouse 800 x 600 Display Setting

Table 2: SPSWin System Requirements (Windows NT, 2000, or XP)

Pentium II 400-megahertz (MHz) IBM PC-Compatible Computer

Internet Explorer 5.0

 Windows NT 4 Users: You must have Service Pack 6

(or greater) installed on your machine.

 Windows 2000 Users: If you receive an error message stating that you need Windows Installer 2.0,

make sure the CD is your computer’s drive, open Windows Explorer®, go to the CD’s “\Support\Windows Installer 2.0\Win2000” directory and double-click on the “instmsiw.exe” setup file. When the setup is complete, double-click the “setup.exe” file on the CD’s root directory to start the installation again.

 Windows NT/2000/XP Users: You must have administrator privileges to install the application.

Differences Between SPS and SPSWin

SABILITY

SPS is linear – accessing each feature requires a step-by-step procedure. SPSWin is a Windows program – you can access any feature at any time.

ERSATILITY

SPS stores basic tenant and unit data. SPSWin also stores time zones, schedules, holidays, relays, etc.

ONVENIENCE

SPS requires the user to look up data one function at a time. SPSWin displays whole categories of data together – and allows the user to access any desired data with a few mouse clicks.

AST STARTUP

SPS requires that the unit be installed and connected before data can be entered. SPSWin allows the user to enter data without first connecting with the unit, so as soon as the unit is installed, you are ready to connect, send data, and go.

ATA CONTROL

SPSWin has additional features, including a Merge Select that gives you power over what data supercedes when receiving, and a Housekeeping function that allows you to select how many database revisions to retain in memory.

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CONS AND HIGHLIGHTS

In addition to other Windows features, SPSWin helps you remember pending unit updates, last unit update, unit type, what data has been changed, and much more through the use of highlighting and eye-catching icons. You no longer have to look for data differences and easy to forget updates – SPSWin icons and highlighting make the information jump off the screen at you.

INDOWS FEATURES

SPSWin gives you all he conveniences of Windows, including Toolbar, Taskbar, function tabs, and dropdown menus that allow instant access to all SPSW in features.

NLINE PROGRAMMER

You may use SPSWin 4.0 to program a unit on-line as you would with SPS DOS. For more information on using the on-line programmer, see page 57.

   Installation and Overview

Installing SPSWin Version 4.0 (and/or its companion applications)

BOUT THE SPSWIN CD

This CD includes the installation programs for:

 SPSWin (SPS for Windows) – includes Tenant Manager, Data Exchange, and ERMAWin

 SPS-DOS (SPS DOS version) – refer to the SPS-DOS User’s Guide for more information.

 ERMA-DOS (ERMA DOS version) – refer to the ERMA-DOS User’s Guide for more information.

You may install any of the applications from this CD together or as separate stand-alone applications. The installation program is located in the root directory and will start up automatically when you insert the CD.

NSTALLATION

In order for SPSWin 4.0 or its companion applications to operate properly, it must be installed onto the computer workstation’s hard disk drive from where the application will be launched. SPSW in 4.0 or its companion applications cannot be executed directly from the CD. During the installation, you will be prompted to select one or more applications to install. Enable the checkbox(es) next to the application(s) you wish to install.

Important

 If you are upgrading SPSWin from an earlier version, you must install version 4.0 in the same

directory where the older version of SPSWin currently resides.

 Before installing SPSWin on a computer running Windows® NT, 2000, or XP, review the notes

on page 7.

 Users cannot run SPSWin on a central server from remote workstations. All users must have

SPSWin installed on their local computer. However, they can share a database (.mdb file) if they have read/write capabilities to the server where the database resides. For more information on sharing databases, see page 7.

To install SPSWin 4.0:

1. Start Windows.

2. Place the SPSWin CD in the CD ROM drive. SPSWin will automatically start the installation process; follow the on-screen prompts. If the installation process does not automatically start, continue with the instructions below.

3. From the taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings on your desktop, then click on Control Panel.

4. From the Control Panel window, double-click

5. From the Add/Remove Programs screen, under the Install/Uninstall tab, click Install.

6. Follow the on-screen prompts.

Note

: SPSWin may prompt you to reboot

your machine one or more times during the installation process. This is required by Microsoft. If after each reboot SPSWin does not automatically continue with the installation, double-click on the setup.exe file in the SPSWin subdirectory.

on Add/Remove Programs.

 If this is a new install, then you’ve completed the installation.

 When upgrading from SPSWin ver. 1.04 to 4.0 or above, continue with the Upgrade Conversion

instructions below.

 When upgrading from SPSWin ver. 1.05 or above to 4.0 or above, continue with the Upgrade Utility

instructions on page 6.

PGRADE CONVERSION FROM 1.04 (16 BIT) TO 4.0 OR ABOVE (32 BIT)

1. Start SPSWin. A dialogue box will inform you that there is a bit-level version mismatch.

2. You will be asked if you want to convert the data to 32-bit. Click the OK button. The information in the 16-bit databases will be copied into 32-bit databases.

3. Do this for both the SPSWin and ERMAWin (Transaction) databases.

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UPGRADE DATABASE UTILITY FOR ALL VERSIONS

1. Start SPSWin, Tenant Manager, or Data Exchange. If you get a message stating “Database Version Mismatch”, you must run the SPSWin Database Upgrade Utility. Note: If you do not have access to the SPSWin application, check with your system administrator.

2. Run the Database Upgrade Utility (under the Tools menu in SPSWin). OR

From the taskbar, select >> Sentex Applications >> SPSWin Database

Upgrade Utility.

Notes

 If at the initial setup your system detects

that MDAC (Microsoft Data Access Components) version 2.6 must be installed or reinstalled, click Next. The system will add it and may require a restart. Microsoft requires the reboot.

 When uninstalling SPSWin 3.0 or

below, Sentex strongly suggests using the automatic uninstall feature. W e discourage manually uninstalling SPSWin 3.0 or below.

 Although the system will not overwrite

the database, Sentex still recommends that you make backup copies.

 SPSWin stores information in the

Windows Registry. You can access this information through the following location in the registry: Hkey_Current_User\Software\VB and VBA Program Settings\SPSWin32.

Important

Receive All command), the download time may vary. The time it takes your system to merge the data depends on the size of your database, the number of units involved, the capacity of the unit(s), your computer speed, etc.

To avoid unnecessary download time, determine whether you need to download all the data (Receive All) or partial data (Receive Settings).

If no data has been entered at the unit itself, there is no need to perform a full download to SPSWin. Or if you know all the changes that have been made at the unit (and there are only a few), consider entering the changes into SPSWin yourself rather than performing a full download.

: When downloading data from a unit and merging it to your SPSWin database (with a

>> Programs

3. Run the utility on your SPSWin database(s). Click on SPSWin. Check the file name and path. If the file path is incorrect, click

Browse and select the correct file. Click OK.

4. Run the utility on your ERMAWin databases (only if your ERMAWin databases were built

before

Check the file name and path. If the file path is incorrect, click Browse and select the correct file. Click OK.

All the data from your old databases will be copied into the new databases.

 The SPSWin 4.0 CD provides Internet

Explorer Service Pack 2 for IE 4.01 (installing with Browser Only will suffice). The installation includes the following: Browser Only, Online, Standard, and Full Installation. To install Service Pack 2, run the “ie4setup.exe” file. If your version of Internet Explorer is earlier than 4.01, you will need to obtain Internet Explorer from Microsoft.

 If you want to look at the databases through

a program other than SPSWin, Sentex recommends that you make a copy of the databases for that purpose. You can view the databases using Microsoft Access® 7.0, or you can export the data for use in other programs such as Microsoft Excel®.

SPSWin 2.0). Click on ERMAWin.

Remember, you should only need to download all unit data once (before you can send data). When you download and merge unit data into SPSWin with a Receive All command, the application will download all the data and merge it into the SPSWin database, regardless of the number of changes that have been made to the database at the unit(s).

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SHARING AN SPSWIN DATABASE

A shared SPSWin database enables multiple users to edit its data. An SPSWin database (.mdb file) may be shared if the database resides on a network server/computer where the SPSWin users have read and write capabilities. When enabling users to share an SPSWin database, perform and ensure the following:

 Locate the SPSWin .mdb file (located in the SPSWin directory). Copy it to the server. Then each user

must select the database. Each user should know that s/he shares the database with another user (or other users), thereby avoiding any confusion when editing data.

 Users sharing the same database should avoid simultaneously editing data for the same units. For

example, while one user edits Unit 1, another should edit Unit 2 or Unit 3. Users may be blocked when trying to simultaneously edit the same units.

 Users sharing the same database should also avoid editing data when another user attempts to transmit

data to/from units associated with the database. This may cause unexpected results.

Windows NT/2000/XP Administrator Notes

If SPSWin will run on Windows NT, 2000, or XP and you are the system administrator, note the following:

EFORE THE INSTALLATION

You must have administrator privileges to install SPSWin.

Windows XP Users: If there are multiple SPSWin users, there are two ways to configure your system:

 In Windows Explorer®, go to Tools >> Folder Options >> View and disable the “Use simple file

sharing (Recommended)” option. Then provide shared privileges and grant “Full Control” permission after installing SPSWin (see below). OR

 When installing SPSWin, change the install path to the “Shared Documents” directory. The default path

for this directory is “C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Documents”. Note, however, that installing SPSWin with this method will provide access to all users.

MMEDIATELY AFTER THE INSTALLATION

If there are multiple SPSWin users:

 Provide shared privileges for the entire SPSWin subdirectory (and any other directory that will store the

databases) AND

 Grant "Full Control" permission for each user to each subdirectory storing the SPSWin databases.

HANGING SPSWIN FILES (MULTIPLE USERS)

Since each user has an individual registry, it is advised not to change the location of the SPSWin database. Database information changed by one user will not be reflected in all users.

O "COLLISION/RACE" CONDITION

SPSWin does not currently support record “locking” (i.e., the process whereby only one user may work with the same database record at a time). Multiple users may simultaneously work with the same database record; however, doing so may result in data loss or corruption. Please manage multiple users accordingly.

SPSWin Help and Tables

ELP

SPSWin has five “help” aids:

 Tool Tips are brief descriptions of most buttons and

many screen features.

 Status bar help is located near the top of the Main

Screen and at the bottom of the Edit Menu screens.

 “What Next?” is a button located in the button menu.

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 “Getting Started” is in the Help menu

of the Main Screen.

 Online Help is an on-line version of

this manual provided for reference.

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TABLES

Many of the windows include a grid-like format called a table. Each row of the table gives the information for one unit, access code, access level, etc. Each column header tells what information is listed for each row. See Figure 1.

Row Selector Column

Column

Header

Row

Indicator

Row

Horizontal

Scroll Bar

Figure 1: Example of Table

 Row Selector Column: Select an entire row by

clicking in the Row Selector Column. The row will be highlighted.

 Column Header Row: These entries tell you what

information can be found in each column. You can change the column width by placing the mouse pointer over a column divider in the column header. The icon changes to a double-arrow sizing icon. Drag the icon to resize the column.

 Row Indicator: The triangle indicates the current

row selected. An asterisk () in the row Selector Column demarcates a new row.

 Cells: To edit the information in a cell, click on the

cell. The cell will be highlighted. You can now change the information in the cell. To move from cell to cell, you may use the [TAB] key, or click on the next cell.

 Horizontal Scroll Bar: All of the columns may not

fit onto one screen. Use the Horizontal Scroll Bar to move back and forth to see columns on the left or right edge of the screen.

 Vertical Scroll Bar: All of the rows may not fit

onto one screen. Use the Vertical Scroll Bar to move up and down to see rows which are off the top or bottom edge of the window or page.

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 To Add Rows: You may add a new row in one of

two ways:

1. Click on the Add or New button. A new row will appear, ready for you to enter data.

2. Look for a asterisk () in the Row Selector Column. Click on a cell in that row.

To Delete Rows:

1. Click on the row indicator. The row will be highlighted.

2. Click on the Delete button. The row will be marked for deletion with an X.

3. When you click on Apply or Done, the row (and the data) will disappear from the display.

 To Resize Columns: Click and hold a column

divider, move mouse left or right to desired column position, and release the mouse button. The new column position will be saved when clicking the Done button.

   Installation and Overview

SPSWin Unit Setup Overview

Because SPSWin is capable of so much, new units can require extensive setup if all SPSWin functions are to be used. When setting up new units (all types except Horizon, which is simpler), Sentex Systems recommends that you follow the setup sequence provided below.

Notes

 You do not have to use all the features listed below. Only the steps marked with an asterisk () are

required.

 After entering information in each area, do not forget to save the data before leaving the window,

since all data not saved will be lost.

ROFILE PAGE

1. P



6. S

CHEDULES PAGE

Stand-Alone Units: Enter all necessary unit connect information (baud rate, password, telephone number, answer type, etc.).

Multi-Link Chains: Create each unit in the existing ML Chain (using the ADD UNIT icon).

2. M

ESSAGES PAGE



Stand-Alone Units: Select the unit display type.

Multi-Link Chains: Select the display type for each

unit.

3. C

ONNECTION PAGE (RECEIVE DATA FROM UNIT) 

Select Receive All or Receive Settings to retrieve all the necessary unit settings and capacities before you send data to the unit.

4. H

OLIDAYS PAGE

Create all necessary Holiday dates that will be referenced by Auto-Unlock and Time Zone schedules.

5. T

IME ZONES PAGE

Stand-Alone Units: Create all necessary time zones. Make sure to give each zone a name, since this is how you will select it in the Access Codes page.

Stand-Alone Units: Create all necessary Auto-Lock / Un-Lock schedules.

Multi-Link Chains: Select all applicable units, then create all necessary Auto-Lock/Un-Lock schedules.

7. A

CCESS LEVELS PAGE

Stand-Alone Units: Create all necessary access levels.

Multi-Link Chains: Create all necessary access levels (select all applicable units if ML).

8. D

IRECTORY SETS PAGE (MULTI-LINK

ONLY)

Create all necessary Directory sets and select all applicable units.

CCESS CODES PAGE (ALL UNITS EXCEPT

9. A HORIZON)

Enter all Tenant names, telephone numbers, cards, codes, etc. All schedules previously set up will be accessed from here if needed.

Multi-Link Chains: Create all necessary time zones for each unit in the Multi-Link chain. Make sure to give each zone a name, since this is how you will select it in the Access Codes page.

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   Starting SPSWin

This chapter will cover . . .

Starting SPSWin

 Starting SPSWin

 Passwords

 Creating or Editing an SPSWin Password

 Main Window Toolbar Reference

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Starting SPSWin

1. Click on .

2. From the fly-up START menu, select

PROGRAMS >> Sentex Applications >> SPSWin.

3. If the SPSWin Password screen appears (Figure 2), enter the password and click D

Notes:

 Sentex Applications is the default name of the program group and will appear unless the user has

changed the program group name.

 To create a shortcut to SPSW in, drag the SPSW in32 EXE file icon onto the desktop (see Windows

User Guide for details).

one.

Figure 2: SPSWin Password Screen

Passwords

There are two types of passwords used in SPSWin:

NIT PASSWORDS

These passwords are required when connecting to a unit and must be 6 numeric digits in length. Unit passwords also add an extra level of security by allowing you to assign selected units to other SPSWin users.

SPSW

These passwords are not required and can range in length from 1 to 30 characters. SPSWin passwords force SPSWin users to enter a password when opening the application.

For creating or editing SPSWin passwords, see page 11.

IN PASSWORDS

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Creating or Editing an SPSWin Password

   Starting SPSWin

1. Under the Tools menu bar, select S

2. At the Security window (Figure 3), enter/edit the password. The password must be entered twice for verification.

3. To require the password at SPSWin startup, check the Password is required field. Removing the checkmark disables the password requirement.

Notes:

 For security, entries are displayed as

asterisks (*) instead of letters.

 Up to 30 keyboard characters can be

entered.

 Any keyboard character can be used,

including the spacebar.

 The password is not case sensitive.

ecurity.

Main Window Toolbar Reference

Figure 3: Security Window

Button Purpose See Page

Creates a new stand-alone unit definition. 17

Opens an existing stand-alone unit definition. 17

Creates a new multi-link chain definition. 19

Opens an existing multi-link chain definition. 19

Prompts SPSWin to automatically configure your modem settings. 12

Allows you to custom configure your modem settings. 14

Runs the Unit Update Status Report. 55

Runs the Unit Detail Report. 53

Opens the SPSWin Help file. n/a

Opens the SPSWin What's Next? hints window. n/a

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   Communications

This chapter will cover . . .

Communications

 Accessing Modem Configuration

 Setting Your Modem Configuration and Connect Set

 Connecting to a Unit

 Communications Options

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Accessing Modem Configuration

When SPSWin has been successfully started, the Main Window is displayed (see Figure 4). Most SPSWin functions may be accessed from the Main Window. SPSWin’s modem configuration options appear under the

ommunication menu on the Main Window.

Figure 4: SPSWin Main Window with Communications Menu

Setting Your Modem Configuration and Connect Set

When using SPSW in for the first time, allow the application to configure your modem and create one or more connect sets to be referenced later in a unit definition. A connect set is a set of instructions that tells SPSWin how to connect with your unit.

UTO CONFIGURE

Perform the following instructions to have SPSWin automatically configure your connection settings. At the main window, select A Communications Auto Configuration screen (see Figure 5).

uto Configure under the Communication menu option. You will arrive at the

Figure 5: Connect Sets and Modem Configuration Window

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   Communications

SPSWin will automatically . . .

 Search for each COM port on your computer, identifying any modems.

 Create a connect set for direct connection (RS232) on each COM port.

 Create (2) two connect sets for each modem (300 & 2400 baud).

When SPSWin finishes its search, you will arrive at the Select Modem screen for each modem it found (Figure

6).

Figure 6: Select Modem Screen

1. Select the modem from the drop-down field.

Don’t know your modem type? Check your modem settings in your computer’s control panel: Click the windows Start button (bottom-left corner), go to Settings, Control Panel, and double-click Modems.

 If your modem type is not a selection in the drop-down field, you may manually enter the model

type and initialization strings.

 If all else fails, select a Default value from the drop-down field and try to connect to a unit. If the

first default setting doesn’t work, try other default settings. Once you have identified which initialization strings work, you can enter the model name. SPSW in will store these new modem settings.

2. Click OK.

3. When the window displays “Click OK to save,” it has created and named at least one connect set for you and is finished. When you are finished saving the connect set, click the Done button to return to the SPSWin Main Window.

If Auto Configure can’t decipher your modem setup, . . .

 Make sure your modem is turned ON and enabled.

 Use Retry once or twice. If Retry fails, select Cancel, return to the Main Window, and select

Custom Configure from the Communication drop-down menu.

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   Communications

CUSTOM CONFIGURE

To custom configure your modem and create connect set, perform the following steps:

1. Key in the desired name for the Connect Set in the NAME field as in Figure 7.

2. Select the desired Connection Type: select

Modem if you are using the telephone, or Direct if you are using a direct RS232

connection.

3. Select the Modem Speed: 300, 1200, 2400, and 4800 Baud are available. (Horizon is 300 or 2400 baud only; 4800 baud for Direct Connect only).

4. If desired, enter any connect set notes in the Description field.

5. Set Communications Port: unless you know which communications port to use from previous experience, select the Find It button and SPSWin will try to find and enter the correct communications port for you.

6. Select the desired Speaker Volume: soft, medium, and loud.

7. Set Modem Initialization Command: Manually select the modem from the drop-down field.

Don’t know your modem type? Check your modem settings in your computer’s control panel (refer to your Windows documentation for more information).

 If the modem type is not a selection in the

drop-down field, you may enter the name and initialization strings manually.

 If this fails, select a Default value from the

drop-down field and try to connect to a unit. If the first default setting doesn’t work, try other default settings. Once you have identified which initialization strings work, you can enter the model name. SPSWin will store these new modem settings.

8. Set Modem Post Initialization Command: this command is used to tweak problem modems; changing the default is not recommended unless you are still experiencing trouble connecting to a unit. Call your local Sentex Systems dealer for technical support assistance.

9. Once the data for this window has been entered, you must select either the Save or Done button to save the data. If this data is not saved, leaving this window will lose all data entered. Select the Done button to return to the SPSWin Main Window.

Figure 7: Custom Configure and Create Connect Set Window

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Connecting to a Unit

   Communications

1. To start, from the Unit Definition Window, select the Connection tab to display the Connection page (see Figure 8).

2. Select the connect set (which you created earlier) by clicking on the down arrow next to the Name box, then selecting the connect set name entered earlier.

3. Select the Connect Mode. There are two answer modes, each with three subtypes:

Standard

(Old Style)

Shared Line

Automatic Automatic

Timed Automatic Timed Automatic

Manual Manual

If you are using an RS-232 direct connection, select “Use Direct Connection”.

4. Click on the Connect button. The Connect To Unit window will be displayed (Figure 9).

5. To start the connection process, select the Connect button.

 When sending or receiving unit data, you

do not need to click the Connect button. Clicking a Send or Receive button prompts SPSWin to automatically connect to the unit.

 When the connect process begins, the

Connect Status box (top right of window) and the status area (lower right of window) become active. The “Handshake OK” message will display in the Progress Window. The Connect button changes to Disconnect, allowing you to terminate the connection at any time.

 When the Connect Status box turns green

and displays On Line and the status area at the bottom of the window turns blue and displays Connected, you are ready to use the control panel.

6. On the Connect To Unit Window, click on the Control Panel button. The Control Panel window will then be displayed.

Select Units

Figure 8: Unit Definition Window Connection Page

Notes:

 Shared Line and subtype answer modes are not supported by Multi-Link.

 Shared Line is for use with the multiple entry option, in which you have more than one stand alone

unit sharing one telephone line.

 Sentex Systems recommends starting out by using Automatic.

 If you have problems connecting using Automatic, then try Manual, which allows you to set the time

at which the password is sent.

 Once you determine the best time to send the password, select Timed Automatic so you don't have

to reset the Manual answer mode each time you connect with the unit.

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Figure 9: Connect to Unit Window (Multi-Link)

   Communications

MULTI-LINK CHAINS

Connecting with Multi-Link chains is the same as for stand-alone units, except that the Multi-Link connection page has a row of unit numbers. The user must select the unit, combination of units, or all units that he wishes to address.

 Double clicking on UNITS selects or deselects all units.

 Selecting or deselecting a unit causes it to turn yellow.

 When a unit is being contacted, its background turns

turquoise.

Communications Options

The Communications Options screen (Communication menu >>> Options) allows you to configure particular communications settings when SPSWin cannot successfully connect to the unit(s) under its current or default settings. Change the Modem Connection and Direct Connection settings ONLY under the qualified guidance of your local Sentex Systems dealer.

ENERAL

When a communication failure occurs while SPSWin is sending data to a unit, the software will automatically attempt to resend the data up to the maximum number of attempts necessary. To disable the resend attempts, enter a “0”.

ODEM CONNECTION

This tab provides modem control settings.

 Modem Wake-Up Wait Time: Controls the

maximum time in seconds for the modem to respond to a “wake up” call.

 Modem Initialization Wait Time: Controls the

maximum wait time in seconds for the modem to respond to an initialization command.

 Maximum Modem Initialization Retries:

Controls the maximum number of retries attempted during modem “wake up” and initialization.

 Modem Connect Wait Time: Controls the

maximum time in seconds that SPSW in will wait for a carrier tone before it stops the connection process.

IRECT CONNECTION

During the direct connection process, SPSWin will time out (i.e., cease the connection process) if it does not receive input from the unit for the defined number of seconds.

Figure 10: General Tab

Figure 11: Modem Connection Tab

Figure 12: Direct Connection Tab

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Creating or Editing a Unit Definition (Stand-Alone Units)

This chapter will cover . . .

 Opening a New Unit Definition Window

 Creating or Editing a Unit Definition (Stand-Alone)

 Copying a Unit Definition

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Opening a New Unit Definition Window

Open the Unit Definition Window by double clicking <new unit> on the Existing Sentex Units field of the SPSWin Main Window (see Figure 13). A drop down menu will appear, giving you the choice of Unit or Multi-Link. Click on Unit. The Unit Definition Window and Profile Page will be displayed (see Figure 14).

Figure 13: SPSWin Main Window with <new unit> Displayed

OLUMN DESCRIPTIONS

Icon: The far left column displays the graphical representation of the unit type.

Unit Site Name: Name of stand-alone units or MultiLink chains.

Description: Description of the unit.

Unit Type: Type of unit – Horizon, Infinity, or Multi-

Link.

Updates Pending: A check (“”) appears in this column if changes have been made, but not yet sent to the unit; if the column is blank, any changes made have already been sent.

Definition Last Updated: Date and time anything was changed in the unit definition, whether or not new information was sent to the unit. For example, the description may be changed, but that information will not be sent to the unit.

Unit Last Updated: Date and time when any changes were last sent to the unit from SPSW in.

Data Last Received from the Unit: Date and time when information was last received from the unit.

Unit Short Name: Unique name which identifies specific unit in the database.

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Creating or Editing a Unit Definition (Stand-Alone)

The Unit Definition Window contains all the functions necessary to manage a unit, which are indexed like a card file with “tabs” (see Figure 14). When you access the Unit Definition Window, the Profile Page appears first.

1. Enter the Unit Site Name. This is the name that will be displayed in the Existing Sentex Units field of the SPSWin Main Window.

2. Enter the Short Name. Clicking the cursor in this field causes SPSWin to create the short name for you. You can change this short

name now, but once it is saved, it must remain the same, since this is the name the database will use to correlate all unit data used in SPSWin. The short name can be a maximum of six characters.

3. Enter the Unit Type, either Horizon or Infinity, from the combo box. Click on the data field and the combo box will drop down. Click on the desired unit type and the menu will roll back up and display your choice.

4. If desired, enter any unit notes in the Description field.

5. Enter the Telephone Number used to communicate with the unit. If you are directly

connected to the unit via RS-232, leave this data field blank.

6. Enter the Password required to access the unit. The factory default is 000000 (six zeroes). You can change it if desired, or leave the factory default.

7. Once the data for this window has been entered, you must select either the Apply or

Done button to save the data.

Figure 14: Unit Definition Window Profile Page

Copying a Unit Definition

When copying a unit definition, SPSWin will create a new unit definition and copy over all associated data.

1. At the SPSWin main window, select the unit definition that you want to copy.

2. Under the U

3. At the Copying Unit Definition screen (see Figure 15), edit the Unit Site Name, if necessary.

4. Edit the Short Name, if necessary. The Short Name is a unique identification tag the application uses to identify the unit.

5. Click O

nit menu option, select Copy.

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Figure 15: Copying Unit

Definition Screen

Creating or Editing a Multi-Link Chain

This chapter will cover . . .

   Creating or Editing a Multi-Link Chain

 Opening a New Multi-Link Chain Definition Window

 Creating a New Multi-Link Chain Definition

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Opening a New Multi-Link Chain Definition Window

Open a new Multi-Link Chain Definition Window by clicking on Unit, New, then Multi-Link Chain on the SPSWin Main Window Menu, or by selecting the New Multi-Link Chain icon on the main window toolbar (Figure 16). The Multi-Link Chain Definition Window and Profile Page will be displayed (see Figure 17).

Note: A Multi-Link Chain can consist of up to a maximum of 16 units.

New

Unit

Open

Unit

New

Multi-Link

Chain

Open

Multi-Link

Chain

Figure 16: Opening a New Multi-Link Chain Definition Window

TOP: From Main Window Menu

BOTTOM: From Toolbar Icon

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Creating a New Multi-Link Chain Definition

1. Enter the Chain Name. This is the name that will be displayed in the Existing Sentex Units field of the SPSWin Main Window.

2. Enter the Short Name. Clicking the cursor in this field causes SPSWin to create the short name for you. You can change this short name now, but once it is saved it must remain the same, since this is the name the database will use to correlate all unit data used in SPSWin. The short name can be a maximum of six characters.

3. Enter notes in the Description field (optional).

4. Enter the Telephone Number used to communicate with the unit.

5. Enter the Password required to access the chain; the password should match the one at Unit #1. The factory default is 000000 (six zeroes). You can change it if desired.

6. Enter the Unit Site Name and Description in the Multi-Link chain box. SPSWin automatically sets the Unit Number (Unit #1) and Timestamps the entries.

Add Unit

7. To add more units to the chain, select the “Add Unit” icon on the toolbar or doubleclick on “Unit Site Name” to bring up the “Editing Multi-Link Chain” window (see Figure 18, Bottom).

8. Click “New” to add a unit to the chain.

You can optionally change the unit Name & Descriptions, then click Apply.

Note: You may add more units to your chain in the Editing Multi-Link chain window. Perform step 8 only for EACH unit in your entire Multi-Link chain.

9. When data has been entered, select either the Apply or Done button to save the data.

Figure 17: Multi-Link Definition Window Profile Page

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Figure 18: Multi-Link Chain Unit Edit Screen

This chapter will cover . . .

   Receiving Data from Unit

Receiving Data from Unit

 Selecting Display Type

 Downloading Unit Data

 Verifying Unit Data Has Been Received

 Upgrading Your Unit(s)

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Selecting Display Type

Before connecting with the unit, first select the Display Type.

1. From the Unit Definition Window select the Messages tab.

The User-Defined Messages page will appear (see Figure 19).

2. Click on the right arrow to select the Unit and Model.

3. Select the Display Type by clicking on the “Unknown” box, just below the “Display Type” box (to make the drop-down arrow appear); then click on the down arrow.

4. Select the display type. If unit does not have a display, then use the “None” selection.

Note: You will not be able to connect to a unit if any “Display Type” is set to “Unknown”. You must select a display type for each unit in the chain to connect to the unit.

5. When display type has been selected, click either the Apply or Done button to save the data.

Figure 19: User Defined Messages Page

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Downloading Unit Data

1. From the Unit Definition Window, select the Connection tab, and the Unit Definition Window Connection Page will appear (see Figure 20).

Note: If you have input unit data that will differ from the unit data to be downloaded, refer to Merging Unit Data on page 49.

2. Select the connect set from the Name dropdown field. If no connect set has been created, you must do so before continuing (refer to Setting Your Modem Configuration and Connect Set on page 12).

3. If desired, enter or edit any connection notes in the Description field.

4. Select the Answer Mode. There are two answer modes, each with three subtypes.

Standard

(Old Style)

Automatic Automatic

Timed Automatic Timed Automatic

Manual Manual

5. Click the Connect button. The Connect To Unit window will be displayed (see Figure 21).

6. To start receiving unit data, click on Receive All or Receive Settings.

Shared Line

Receive Settings: This command downloads

all unit data except Codes. Use this command if Directory, Entry, or Card Codes have not the unit AND unit configuration data (besides codes) needs to be downloaded to SPSWin (e.g., the unit has been recently installed or the unit’s capacities have been upgraded).

Receive All: This command downloads all unit data, including Codes (as appropriate for the unit configuration). Use this command if Directory, Entry, or Card Codes have at the unit.

8. Once selected, the unit data is downloaded directly into the SPSWin database and no further action is required of the operator.

9. When the connect process begins, the Connect Status box (top right of window) and the status area (lower right of window) become active, and the Connect button changes to Disconnect, allowing you to terminate the connection at any time.

10. When downloading is done, click on the Done button to return to the Unit Definition Window.

Directory, Entry, and Card

been programmed at

Directory, Entry, and Card

been programmed

7. SPSWin gives you a choice of how much data you wish to receive from the unit:

Figure 20: Unit Definition Window Connection Page

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Figure 21: Connect to Unit Window

Notes:

 Shared Line and subtype connect sets are not

currently supported by Multi-Link.

 Shared Line is for use with the multiple entry

option, in which you have more than one stand alone unit sharing one telephone line.

 When using a Shared Line, the unit password

must be numeric (all numbers).

 Sentex recommends starting out by using

Automatic. If you have problems connecting using Automatic, then try Manual, which allows you to set the time at which the password is sent. Once you determine the best time to send the password, select Timed Automatic so you don't have to reset the Manual answer mode each time you connect with the unit.

 If you want to Send or Receive data, click on

the appropriate Send or Receive buttons; there is no need to click on Connect first. Use the Connect button ONLY when using the Control Panel functions.

 When the Connect Status box turns green and

displays On Line, and the status area at the bottom of the window turns blue and displays Connected, SPSWin is connected to your entry system and ready to download unit data.

 The unit automatically disconnects from

SPSWin when downloading is completed and SPSWin automatically processes and merges the data into the database. Give SPSWin a few minutes to complete these tasks before continuing.

MULTI-LINK CHAINS

Receiving data from Multi-Link chains is the same as for stand-alone units, except that the Multi-Link connection page has a row of unit numbers. You need to select the unit, combination of units, or all units.

 Double-clicking on UNITS selects or deselects all units.

 Selecting or deselecting a unit causes it to turn yellow.

 When a unit is being contacted, its background turns turquoise.

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Verifying Unit Data Has Been Received

Once the unit data has been received, you can check the Unit Definition window (Figure 22) to ensure the data has been successfully recorded into the database. You may also want to run the Update Status Report to verify the download, especially if any warnings

were displayed during the upload/download process.

1. When the Unit Definition window is displayed, select the tab or tabs labeled for the information downloaded from the unit:

 If you used the Receive Settings

download, select any of the tabs (except Access Codes) to check for a successful download.

 If you used the Receive All download,

select any of the tabs (as appropriate for your type of unit) to check for a successful download.

2. When you are satisfied that downloading was successful, you may either change any data desired in preparation for sending an update (see Entering and Editing Unit Data on page

25), or click on the Done button to return to the SPSWin Main Window.

Figure 22: Unit Definition Window

Upgrading Your Unit(s)

When you upgrade a Horizon, Infinity, or Multi-Link, you will need to receive the unit’s new settings before you begin programming it.

1. Open the unit Profile. Refer to Accessing Unit and Multi-Link Data Fields on page 38.

2. Download the new settings from the unit. Refer to Downloading Unit Data on page 22.

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3. Check to see that the new settings were received. Refer to Verifying Unit Data Has Been Received on page 24.

   Entering and Editing Unit Data

Entering and Editing Unit Data

Entering and editing data for units and Multi-Link chains is done in the same way. Unit data fields are accessed in the same way, the same steps for data must be followed, and whether edited or entered for the first time, the data must be saved or it will be lost when you exit SPSWin. The following sections contain procedures for using all Unit and Multi-Link Definition window tab functions.

This chapter will cover . . .

 Time Zones

 Schedules

 Holidays

 Access Levels

 Access Codes

 Accessing Unit and Multi-Link

Data Fields

 Creating and Editing Directory

Sets (Multi-Link Only)

Note: For information on editing the Profile page, refer to Creating or Editing a Unit Definition (StandAlone Units) on page 17 and Creating or Editing a Multi-Link Chain on page 19.

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Page 27  Settings Page 41

Page 29  Messages Page 44

Page 30  Firmware Page 45

Page 32  Updates Page 45

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Page 39

 Relays Page 40

 Transactions

 Notes

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Time Zones

Time Zones are combined with relays to restrict access in the Access Levels. You can restrict the access of cards or codes to specific relays on certain days at particular times. For example, a janitor's code might be good only at a rear entrance during the times of the days he is supposed to be in your building.

You can create up to 7 restricted time zones, each of which can contain up to 3 separate time segments. These zones can then be assigned to cards or codes as they are entered into the system. Time Zone 0 has unlimited access, and cannot be changed.

From the Unit Definition Window, select the Time Zones tab to display the Time Zones page (see Figure 23).

Figure 23: Unit Definition Window Time Zone Page

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STAND-ALONE UNITS

1. From the Time Zone page, select a time zone from 1 to 7 by clicking anywhere in the row, then clicking on the Edit button. The Creating Time Zones window will appear (see Figure

24).

2. Time Zone Name: Enter the desired name for the time zone being created (or edit the name of the time zone being edited).

3. Description: Enter any notes or description of the time zone being created (or edit the description of the time zone being edited). This field is optional.

4. Segment: Select the time zone segment to be created/edited by clicking on the desired segment number (1, 2, or 3) in the Segment box on the lower left of the window. This will cause the Set Time Period box to become active.

5. Set Time Period: Set the Start Time and End Time for the segment by using the cursor to select AM or PM and the desired start and end times.

6. Select Days: Set the days the time segment is active either by clicking on the desired days with the cursor, or by using the Select Days buttons: Weekdays, Weekend, M-W-F, TueThu, or All. To reset the days, select the Clear button. If holidays are to be included, click on the Include Holidays box.

7. Save the time zone/segment you have created or edits by clicking on the Apply button.

8. Return to Step 4 to create another segment, or to Step 1 to create another time zone.

ULTI-LINK CHAINS

Setting time zones for Multi-Link chains is the same as for stand-alone units, except that the Multi-Link time zone page has a column for each unit of the chain that displays the corresponding time zone number for that unit.

Figure 24: Time Zone Page Edit/Create Screen

Notes:

 To set up a time zone that extends past

midnight and into the next day, create one segment running to midnight (Monday through Friday, 8 PM to 11:59 PM) and another segment starting at midnight on the following days (Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00 AM to 4 AM).

 Holidays may be included or excluded from

a time zone. If excluded, any date designate as a holiday (such as January

) will not be included as part of the time

zone if it falls on a day

(such as Monday)

that would otherwise be included.

 For a time zone to be valid on a holiday, it must

also be valid for a day of the week. For example, if you have programmed January 1 and it lands on a Friday, for a code to be valid, the time zone for that code must be valid on Fridays as well as for Holidays programmed to be valid only on holidays and not Fridays, the code will be considered invalid and

you

will not grant access.

 Use the Clear button to erase the time and days

from the displayed time zone.

 Use the Clear All button to erase the time, days,

and name from the time zone.

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Figure 25: ML Definition Time Zone Page

as a holiday

. If the time zone is

   Entering and Editing Unit Data

Schedules

Schedules allow you to automatically unlock and relock a door, open and close an electric gate, or control almost any other function at times you specify through the use of the unit's relays. Each schedule can contain up to three time segments. For example, doors can automatically unlock at 8AM and relock at 5PM on weekdays, but unlock only from 8AM to 12 noon on Saturdays.

TAND-ALONE UNITS

From the Schedules page, select a relay from 1 to 4 by clicking anywhere in the row, then click the Edit button.

 Use the Edit button to change an existing

schedule parameter.

 Use the Delete button to erase the current

highlighted schedule from the list.

 Use the Clear button to erase all the current

schedules from the list.

Figure 26: Unit Definition Window Schedules Page

(Stand-Alone Unit)

ULTI-LINK CHAIN

 Use the Edit button to change an existing

schedule parameter.

 Use the Delete button to erase the current

highlighted schedule from the list.

Figure 27: Schedules Page

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AT THE CREATING AUTO LOCK SCHEDULES WINDOW

1. Schedule Name: Enter the desired name for the schedule being created (or edit the name of the schedule being edited).

2. Description: Enter any notes or description of the schedule being created (or edit the description of the schedule being edited). This field is optional.

3. Segment: Select the schedule segment to be created/edited by clicking on the desired segment number (1, 2, or 3) in the Segment box on the lower left of the window. This will cause the Set Time Period box to become active.

4. Set Time Period: Set the Start Time and End Time for the segment by using the cursor to select AM or PM and the desired start and end times.

5. Select Days: Set the days the time period is active either by clicking on the desired days with the cursor or by using the Select Days buttons: Weekdays, Weekend, M-W-F, TueThu, or All. To reset the days, select the Clear button. If holidays will be included, click on the Include Holidays box.

6. Save the Schedule/segment you have created or edited by clicking on the Apply button.

7. Return to Step 3 to create another segment or to Step 1 to create another schedule.

Figure 28: Schedules Page Edit/Create Schedules Screen

Notes:

 To set up a schedule that extends past

midnight and into the next day, create one segment running to midnight (Monday through Friday, 8:00 PM to 11:59 PM) and another starting at midnight on the following days (Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00 AM until 4:00 AM).

 Use the New button to add a new schedule to

the list.

 Use the Edit button to change an existing

schedule parameter.

 Use the Delete button to erase the current

highlighted schedule from the list.

 You can exclude holidays from these

schedules, if you wish, so that the door/gates will not open even though a holiday falls on a day that would normally be a business day.

 For the Auto Lock/Unlock schedule to work

with relays 3 and 4, these relays must be set as either control or CCTV relays. For information on setting relays, see Relays on page 40.

 Use the Clear button to erase the time and

days from the current displayed schedule.

 Use the Clear All button to erase the time,

days, and name from the current schedule.

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ASSIGNING SCHEDULES TO UNITS/RELAYS (MULTI-LINK SYSTEMS ONLY)

1. At the Sentex Unit Definition window, click the Relays tab. See Figure 29.

2. Under the Member Unit Name column, locate the unit/relay row to which you will assign the schedule.

3. Under the Auto Lock Schedule column, click the right edge of the cell and select a schedule from the drop-down list.

4. Click the Ap

5. Click the D

ply button to save your changes.

one button to exit the window.

Holidays

The Holidays page establishes the dates the unit will treat as holidays in assessing time zones and automatic lock/unlock schedules. On Holidays, the normal lock/unlock schedules do not apply.

You can exclude Holidays from Time Zones. For more information, see Time Zones on page 25.

The Day of Week column is not a data field, but an aid to tell you which day of the week a particular date falls on in a particular year.

From the Unit Definition Window, select the Holidays tab to display the Holidays page (see Figure 30).

TAND-ALONE UNITS

1. From the Holidays page, select a holiday by clicking anywhere on the row, then clicking on the Edit button. The Setting a Holiday window will appear, as shown in Figure 31.

Figure 29: Relays Page

Figure 30: Unit Definition Window Holidays Page

2. Holiday Name: Enter the desired name for the holiday being created (or edit the name of the holiday being edited).

3. This Holiday Occurs On: Set the date of the holiday by using the arrows on either side of the date box. Arrows on the left change the month and arrows on the right change the day of the month.

If not already set to the proper year, use the drop-down menu to select the year. SPSWin automatically calculates the day on which the holiday will fall.

4. Save the holidays you have created or edited by clicking on the Done button.

5. Return to Step 1 to create another holiday.

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Figure 31: Holidays Page Setting a Holiday Screen

ULTI-LINK CHAINS

Setting holidays for Multi-Link chains is the same as for stand-alone units, except that the Multi-Link holidays apply to every unit of the chain.

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Access Levels

Access levels allow you to restrict access of cards or codes to certain times, during certain days at certain entrances. They can be valuable in providing limited entry access to maintenance, gardening and other nontenant personnel. You can create as many access levels as you wish.

From the Unit Definition Window, select the Access Levels tab to display the Access Levels page (see Figure

32).

TAND-ALONE UNITS

1. Access Level Name: Enter the desired access level name.

2. Door 1: Select or deselect Door 1 for this access level.

3. Door 2: Select or deselect Door 2 for this access level.

4. Time Zone: Click on the field to display the drop-down menu arrowhead. Click on the arrowhead to display the drop down menu. Select the desired time zone and the menu will roll up and display your choice.

Note: To use this feature, Time Zones must be created (see Time Zones on page 25).

5. Description: Enter any description or notes pertinent to this access level.

6. Return to step 1 to create additional access levels.

7. Once the data for this window has been entered, you must select either the Apply or Done button to save the data. If this data is not saved, leaving this window will lose all data entered.

Figure 32: Unit Definition Window Access Levels Page (for Infinity)

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MULTI-LINK CHAINS

For Multi-Link applications, the Access Levels page contains a column for each unit’s relays and time zone, which allows you to specify the units and relays.

1. Access Level Name: Enter the desired access level name.

2. Description: Enter any description or notes pertinent to this access level.

3. Relay 1: Select or deselect Relay 1 for this access level for each unit in the chain.

4. Relay 2: Select or deselect Relay 2 for this access level for each unit in the chain.

5. Time Zone: You must select a time zone for each unit in the chain. Click on the field to display the drop-down menu arrowhead. Click on the arrowhead to display the drop down menu. Select the desired time zone and the menu will roll up and display your choice.

Note: To use this feature, Time Zones must be created (see Time Zones on page 25).

6. Return to step 1 to create additional access levels.

Once the data for this window has been entered, you must select either the Apply or Done button to save the data. If this data is not saved, leaving this window will lose all data entered.

Figure 33: Unit Definition Window Access Levels Page (for Multi-Link)

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Access Codes

The Access Codes page (see Figure 36) allows you to enter access codes and create your directory from the same window, since data entered here becomes part of the database.

BOUT DISPLAY SETS

Before entering data or searching for entries, understand the way SPSWin displays its access code entries. SPSWin displays these entries in “Display Sets”. Similar to an Internet search that yields too many records to display all at once, a display set is a defined amount of entries displayed on the grid at one time. You can define the amount of entries yourself, definable at the E bar option (see Figure 34 and Figure 35).

Let’s look at an example. Imagine that you have roughly 1000 Access Code entries and you’ve set the Entries to Load at 100. You will end up with roughly ten display sets, each containing 100 entries. To view different display sets, you can jump from set to set with the Get First, Get Previous, Get Next, and Get Last buttons (see

Searching & Sorting Entries on page 35).

TIP: As with any software application, the more entries the application tries to load at one time, the

longer the application will take to load them. Enter the number of Entries to Load accordingly.

ntries to Load option under the Access Codes menu

Figure 34: Entries to Load Location

Figure 35: Entries to Load Window

Figure 36: Unit Definition Window Access Codes Page

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   Entering and Editing Unit Data

1. Name: Enter the tenant's full name, using up to 50 characters.

2. Directory Name/Name at Unit: The name that will be sent to the unit. When you click on this field, SPSWin automatically enters the tenant's name in uppercase letters; you can enter an alternate name (i.e., MANAGER) or delete the entry. The number of characters allowed is as follows:

For Horizons, Infinity L, Infinity S, and Infinity M: 13.

For Infinity L and Infinity M (both with Commercial Firmware): 35.

3. Directory code: Enter the code visitors will key in to dial the tenant's telephone number, if the tenant will need a directory code.

4. Telephone number: Enter the tenant's telephone number (required if you entered a Directory code for the tenant).

5. Entry code/card: Enter the entry code or card code the tenant will use to gain access to the building, if required.

6. Access levels: Enter the access levels by clicking on the data field. A drop-down menu will appear, listing all access levels available. Select the desired level and the menu will roll up and display your choice.

7. Date Limit (optional) – Infinity and Multi- Link Only : You have the option of limiting the time an Access Code can be used. Enter the last date on which you want the Access Code used. The Access Code will grant access from the time you send data to the unit, until the end of the date you entered. For example, if you enter “09/30/2003”, the Access Code will grant entry until midnight, 1 October, 2003.

8. To the right of the Access Levels column are five user-defined columns or fields (see Figure

40), which can be used to store any type of (optional) data the user wants to track. This

data will not be sent to the unit. This data field is for user purposes only.

9. Enter all additional access codes, then select either the Apply or Done button to save the data. If the data is not saved, by leaving this window, you will lose all entered data.

Important: You must click Apply to save any changes.

Also, if your entry disappears after you select the Apply button, this behavior is normal. The application may (depending on your search/sort and Entries to Load settings) move the entry out of view (see About Display Sets on page 32 for more information).

Note: You must first create Access Levels (see Access Levels on page 30); AND you must enter an Entry Code to use Access Levels.

ULTI-LINK

Use Limit (optional): You can place a limit on the number of times an Access Code can be used. Enter the number of times (1-9) you want the Access Code to grant access. After you send the data to the unit, the number of uses will begin counting down. For example, if you enter “6”, the Access Code will deny access on the 7th try.

Note: Only the Multi-Link has the capability of specifying either a Date Limit or a Use Limit for any one Access Code.

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BULK-LOADING CODES

The Enter Range of Codes feature allows you to bulk-load a large number of entry codes/cards into the system at one time. Names cannot be associated with entry codes/cards when entered as a group, but may be added to individual records later.

Example: You have just received 250 cards to enter into the system. Why bulk-load them? Every time someone needs a card, you won't have to individually generate a

Note: All cards entered in the same group will have the same

access level. new card in SPSWin right away. You can give someone the group card, which has its own code, and then return later to assign a name to that card.

1. At the Unit Definition window, under the

ccess Codes menu option, select New -->

Code G

roup. You will arrive at the Enter

Range of Codes window (see Figure 37 and Figure 38).

2. From/To: Enter the code range in the From and To boxes.

3. As: If your system supports both entry codes and cards, select to enter Entry Codes or

Card Codes.

Figure 37: Enter Range of Codes Window (Units

Supporting Entry Codes and Cards)

4. Access Level: Assign an access level to the group of cards/codes. Refer to page 30 for more information on access levels.

5. Click the D

one button.

ELETING ACCESS CODES

The Delete Access Codes feature allows you to . . .

 Delete a single access code record.

 Delete all access codes from the current

display set (see page 32 for more information on display sets).

 Delete all of the directory codes, entry codes,

and/or card codes from the current display set.

1. At the Unit Definition window, under the

ccess Codes menu option, select Delete.

You will arrive at the Delete Access Codes window (Figure 39).

2. Select your delete options.

3. Click O

Figure 38: Enter Range of Codes Window (Units

Supporting Entry Codes Only)

Figure 39: Delete Access Codes Window

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USER DEFINED COLUMNS

You may wish to track additional information about each person listed in the directory. SPSWin gives you five additional columns (fields) in which to enter such information.

1. Click on the Access Codes menu at the top of the Unit Definition Window (Figure 36).

2. Click on the User-Defined Fields … .

3. The User-Defined Fields Entry screen displays.

4. Click in one of the boxes under User-Defined Field Name. Enter the name of the field you wish to use. For example, “No. of persons using unit”. You may enter up to five field names.

5. When you are finished, click on the Done button. This will save the fields. If you do not wish to save the field names, click on the Cancel button. The Access Codes Page will be displayed. You may now continue editing the access code and directory information

Figure 40: User Defined Fields Entry Window

including your new fields.

EARCHING & SORTING ENTRIES

When you’re working with a large number of entries, SPSWin provides search and sort features that allow you to locate a specific group of entries or one particular entry.

Use the reference section below to perform all the related search/sort functions:

Get First

Sort By Code

Get Previous

Get Next

Get Last

Get All

Sort By Name

Toolbar Button Press This Button To . . .

Get First Get Previous

Get Next

Get Last

Get All

Move to the first display set if you have multiple sets. Move to the previous display set if you have multiple sets.

Move to the next display set if you have multiple sets.

Move to the last display set if you have multiple sets.

Perform an entry search (see Figure 41).

Re-retrieve all entries. This function is useful after you finish validating data, bulk-loading entries, or performing an entry search.

Sort By Name

Sort By Code

Sort the display by tenant name (see Figure 42).

Sort the display by directory, entry, or card code (see Figure 43).

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Step 1: Select the type of data you want to search.

Step 2: Select the comparison value (e.g., begins with, contains, etc.).

Step 3: In the Value field, enter the name, code, etc. you are want to locate.

Step 4: Click OK.

Step 1: Select the Sort By option.

Step 2: Select the Sorting Order.

Ascending sorts from A to Z. Descending sorts from Z to A.

Step 3: Click OK.

Figure 41: Record Search Window

Figure 42: Sorting by Name

Step 1: Select the Sort By option.

Step 2: Select the Sorting Order. Ascending sorts from 1 to > 1 (greater than 1). Descending sorts from > 1 (greater than 1) to 1.

Step 3: Click OK.

Figure 43: Sorting by Code

Search Tips:

 Explore the different ways of searching and sorting access code records by reviewing the Data and

Comparison drop-down boxes on the SPSW in Specify Access Code Record Subset screen (Figure

41).

 Sorting Only Directory

Codes: To view a list of directory codes, click the Search button (see page

35), select “Directory Code” from the Data drop-down box, select “is greater than or equal to” from the Comparison drop-down box, and enter “0” in the Value text box.

 Sorting Only Entry

Code” from the Data drop-down box, select “is greater than or equal to” from the Comparison dropdown box, and enter “0” in the Value text box.

 Sorting Only Card

Number” from the Data drop-down box, select “is greater than or equal to” from the Comparison dropdown box, and enter “0” in the Value text box.

Codes: To view a list of entry codes, click the Search button, select “Entry

Codes: To view a list of card codes, click the Search button, select “Card

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VALIDATING DATA

When you validate your data, SPSWin checks for conflicting or erroneous data and displays the invalid entries on the Access Codes page (see Figure 44).

= Validate

Sentex Systems recommends that you validate your data if:

 You have added a significant amount

of entries.

 You are experiencing system

difficulties.

To return to the normal view after validating your data, click Get All.

Note: After correcting any invalid entries, re-do the validation to ensure all problems have been corrected.

Figure 44: Validating Data

RROR MESSAGES

Incorrect or insufficient data is indicated either by a yellow exclamation mark or a lined red circle, and explanatory messages appear on the status bar at the bottom of the grid as follows:

 Invalid dir code – no phone number:

Directory codes must have telephone numbers to be valid.

 Mismatched directory code & telephone

number: Once directory code and telephone

number have been entered, if entered again (i.e., for another person in the apartment), they must match. To group the mismatched entries together, sort by directory code.

 Duplicate entry code / card number for at

least one of the access level member units:

Duplicate entry codes / card numbers exist. To group the duplicate codes together, sort by card or entry code.

Note: An entry code and a card code with an equal numeric value (e.g., entry code 0001 and card code 00001) are considered duplicate numbers (since the value of the aforementioned example equals “1”).

 Dir code size exceeded: The directory code

has too many digits.

 Entry code size exceeded – (Stand-Alone

Units): The entry code has too many digits.

 Entry code size exceeded for at least one

of the access level member units – (Multi-

Link): The entry code has too many digits for one of the units in this particular access level.

 Both a date limit & use limit are defined –

(Multi-Link only): Date limits and use limits cannot both be specified. Choose one.

 Invalid Entry/Card – An entry or card code

exceeded 65534. Enter a lesser number.

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Accessing Unit and Multi-Link Data Fields

1. Stand-Alone Units: In the SPSWin Main Window, double click on the desired unit name in the Unit Site Name column of the list of Existing Sentex Units, OR click on the Open Unit icon (see Figure 45).

Multi-Link Chains: In the SPSWin Main W indow, double click on the desired Multi-Link chain name in the Unit Site Name column of the list of Existing Sentex Units, OR click on the Open Multi-Link Chain icon (see Figure 45).

2. The Unit or Multi-Link Chain Definition window will be displayed.

 The Unit and Multi-Link Chain Definition Windows contain all the functions necessary to manage a

unit or chain, and are indexed like a card file with "tabs".

 The Profile Page appears first. You may then select the tab or tabs for the unit information you wish

to enter or edit.

3. Enter or edit data as desired. When you are finished, remember to save the data by selecting the Apply button, then click on the Done button to return to the SPSWin Main Window.

>> New Unit

>> Open Unit

>> New Multi-Link Chain

>> Open Multi-Link Chain

Figure 45: SPSWin Main Window Unit Site Name Selection

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Creating and Editing Directory Sets (Multi-Link Only)

Directory sets are a Multi-Link feature that allow you to define which directory codes and telephone numbers will be sent to and be valid at which units.

 The first step in using directory sets is to create the subset of units, or Directory Set, in this window.

 The second step is to enter all the desired the codes and telephone numbers in the Access Codes

window, which displays ALL codes for ALL units.

 The third step is to select which tenants will be part of which directory sets in the Access Levels

window.

Create directory sets as follows:

1. Select the Directory Sets tab from the MultiLink Definition Window.

2. Click on New, below the directory sets list, to create a new directory set.

3. Enter the directory set name in the Directory Set Name column. This is the name you will select in the Directory Set column of the Access Codes page.

4. Enter the directory set description (optional).

5. To enter a unit in a directory set, click on that number unit’s column. A check mark in that column means that unit has been selected for that directory set (pressing any key on your keyboard toggles between selected and not selected).

6. To alter an existing directory set, click on the desired name in the Directory Set Name column, then select or deselect units as desired.

7. When directory set selection is finished, select either the Apply or Done button to save the data. If the data is not saved, leaving this window will lose all data entered.

Note: In the example shown in Figure 46, any directory code assigned to the directory set named Entry Tenants will be displayed at units 4, 5, 6 and 7.

Figure 46: Unit Definition Window Directory Set Page

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Relays

From the Multi-Link Chain Definition Window, select the Relays tab to display the Relays page (see Figure 47).

BOUT RELAYS

The Relays page allows you to set or edit relay settings. When setting your relays, ask yourself:

"How do I want the door (via the relay) to respond to a card or entry code?"

“Is the door set up to sound an alarm, if forced open?"

"How long an activation time (e.g., door open time) do I want to assign the relay(s)?"

TAND-ALONE UNITS

Definition: A relay is a device that responds to an electric current by activating other devices.

Relay Control Options: You may set the Infinity or Horizon system, for example, to lock or unlock a door/gate (Control), re-route alarm contacts (Shunt), signal an alarm (Alarm), or turn on a closed circuited television (CCTV).

1. Relay Name: Enter the relay name and any other short notes (this data is not sent to unit).

2. Activation Time: Enter the desired activation time in seconds. Relays can be set to activate from zero (0) to 99 seconds.

3. Controls: Select the desired relay function:

For Infinity and Multi-Link: Relay 1 and Relay 2 are set to control and cannot be changed.

Select the relay function for relay 3 and relay 4 from the drop-down menu. Click on the data field and an arrowhead will appear. Click on the arrowhead and the drop-down menu will appear. Click on the desired function (control, shunt, alarm or CCTV), and your choice will be displayed.

For Horizon: Relay 1 is set to control and cannot be modified.

Select the function for relay 2 from the dropdown menu. Click on the data field and an arrowhead will appear. Click on the arrowhead and the drop-down menu will appear. Click on the desired function (control, shunt, alarm or CCTV), and your choice will be displayed.

4. When you are done entering relay settings, click on the Apply button to save the data.

ULTI-LINK CHAINS

Setting relays for Multi-Link chains is the same as for stand-alone units, except that the Multi-Link relays page has a separate row for each unit of the chain.

Figure 47: Multi-Link Chain Definition Window Relays Page

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Settings

From the Unit Definition Window, select the Settings tab to display the settings page (see Figure 48).

 The Settings page allows you to set or edit the unit settings.

 Settings can be retrieved from the unit by connecting with the unit and selecting either Receive Settings

or Receive All (see Receiving Data from Unit on page 21).

ORIZON (STAND-ALONE UNITS)

1. Number of Digits in a Directory Code: Input the number of digits used in directory codes (usually 3).

Note: Decreasing the number of digits may make longer directory codes invalid. You will need to change the longer directory codes to fit the shorter directory code length.

2. Number of Digits in an Entry Code: This number is displayed for reference only.

3. Maximum Number of Keypad Errors: Sets the number of keypad errors before the unit stops accepting codes for 3 minutes and closes a relay or places an alarm call if options are enabled.

4. Number of Rings Before Answer: Set the number of rings before answering the phone/modem.

5. Talk Time (in seconds): Input how long you want a visitor to be able to talk to a tenant.

6. Zero Dials Directory Codes: Check this box if you want the unit to automatically dial the person currently listed on the unit’s display.

7. Jump to Middle of Display: You may wish to use this option if your directory is very long. The first time a visitor presses the pound key (#), the middle of the directory name/name at unit will be displayed.

8. Auto-Prefix Long Distance Phone Numbers With 1: Check this box if you must dial 1 to make long distance telephone calls in your area.

9. Alarm Phone Number: If the unit has been programmed to make an alarm call, the telephone number is displayed. Otherwise, “Alarm call disabled” is displayed.

Note: Alarm calling must be programmed at the unit. See Horizon Programming and Use, document # 6001036.

10. PBX Digit: If calls to unit will go through a PBX system, enter PBX prefix number.

11. Dialing Type: Select tone dialing unless pulse is the only type available to you.

12. Answer Method: If multiple stand-alone units/entrances share one phone line, select Shared Line. Default is Standard.

Figure 48: Horizon Unit Definition Window Settings Page

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INFINITY (STAND-ALONE)

1. Number of Digits in a Directory Code: Input the number of digits used in directory codes (usually 3).

Note: Decreasing the number of directory or entry code digits may make longer directory or entry codes invalid. You will need to change the longer directory/entry codes to fit the shorter directory/entry code length.

2. Number of Digits in an Entry Code: Input the number of digits used in entry codes (usually 4).

3. Cards = Codes: Enabling this Infinity and Multi-Link function allows card numbers to be used as entry codes. When enabled, the Number of Digits in an Entry Code box will be set at “5”.

4. Maximum Number of Keypad Errors: Sets the number of keypad errors before the unit stops accepting codes for 3 minutes and closes a relay or places an alarm call if options are enabled.

5. Number of Rings Before Answer: Set the number of rings (1-7) before answering the phone/modem.

6. Talk Time (in seconds): Input how long you want a visitor to be able to talk to a tenant.

7. Auto-Prefix Long Distance Phone Numbers With 1: Check this box if you must dial 1 to make long distance telephone calls in your area.

8. Alarm Phone Number: If the unit has been programmed to make an alarm call, the telephone number is displayed. Otherwise, “Alarm call disabled” is displayed.

Note: Alarm calling must be programmed at the unit. See Programming Infinity Systems with Multi-Link Firmware, document #

6001014.

9. Facility Code (Cards Only): Enter the 3-digit facility code for this unit. If you don’t know the facility code, enter “000”.

10. Anti-Passback: Select either Disabled, Fully Enabled, or Timed (and enter time in minutes).

11. PBX Digit: If calls to unit will go through a PBX system, enter PBX prefix number.

12. Dialing Type: Select tone dialing unless pulse is the only type available to you.

13. Answer Method: If multiple stand-alone units/entrances share one phone line, select Shared Line. Default is Standard.

Figure 49: Infinity (Stand-Alone) Unit Definition Window Settings Page

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You will need to enter settings for each unit in the chain.

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1. Select the unit you wish to view.

2. Number of Digits in a Directory Code: Input the number of digits used in directory codes (usually 3).

3. Number of Digits in an Entry Code: Input the number of digits used in entry codes (usually 4).

4. Cards = Codes: Enabling this Infinity and Multi-Link function allows card numbers to be used as entry codes.

5. Maximum Number of Keypad Errors: Sets the number of keypad errors before the unit stops accepting codes for 3 minutes and closes a relay or places an alarm call if options are enabled.

6. Talk Time (in seconds): Input how long you want a visitor to be able to talk to a tenant.

8. Alarm Phone Number: If the unit has been programmed to make an alarm call, the telephone number is displayed. Otherwise, “Alarm call disabled” is displayed.

Note: Alarm calling must be programmed at the unit. See Programming Infinity Systems with Multi-Link Firmware, document #

6001014.

9. Facility Code (Cards Only): Enter the 3-digit facility code for this unit. If you don’t know the facility code, enter “000”.

10. Anti-Passback: Select either Disabled, Fully Enabled, or Timed (and enter time in minutes).

11. PBX Digit: If calls to unit will go through a PBX system, enter PBX prefix number.

12. Dialing Type: Select tone dialing unless pulse is the only type available to you.

13. Answer Method: Multi-Link firmware uses the Standard Answer Method.

7. Auto-Prefix Long Distance Phone Numbers With 1: Check this box if you must dial 1 to make long distance telephone calls in your area.

Figure 50: Multi-Link Chain Definition Window Settings Page

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Messages

From the Unit Definition Window, select the Messages tab to display the messages page (see Figure 51). Use this page to select and edit unit messages.

 Messages can be programmed automatically

by selecting the appropriate unit model and clicking on the Defaults button.

 You can convert the instructions messages to

the language required for your installation site, but we do not recommend changing the content of the instruction messages unless your application requires special instructions.

Note: It is extremely important that you select the correct display type for your unit. Selecting the wrong display type may cause user-defined messages to be incorrect or scrambled.

DITING A MESSAGE

Figure 51: Unit Definition Window Messages Page

1. Setting messages for Multi-Link chains is the same as for stand-alone units, except that the Multi-Link Message page has a Units Box. The user must select the unit that he wishes to address, select the correct display type, and then change any messages desired.

2. Select Model: Click on the arrow and the menu will drop down. Click on the appropriate display size and the menu will roll up and display your selection:

Display Size/Unit:

< none > For units without displays Small: 2 lines x 16 characters Medium: 2 lines x 20 characters Large: (Sharp) Large: (Optrex)

3. Select Message: Click on the arrow and the menu will drop down. Click on the desired message type (see below). The menu will roll up and display your selection, and the message content will be displayed in the Edit Message Content field.

ESSAGE TYPES

4. Edit Message Content: To edit message content, select row to edit by moving the cursor over either the Top or Bottom field. When the cursor turns into a down-pointing arrow, click the mouse button and the desired field will be highlighted. Make your changes, then select the other field.

5. To preview your message, click on the Play Message button. The message will appear on the dark blue field below the Edit Message Content field for several seconds, then blank.

6. To select and edit additional unit messages return to Step 2.

7. Save your messages by clicking on either the Apply or Done buttons at the bottom of the window.

Important Note: The display type for Infinity and Multi-Link units must be selected before connecting with a unit.

 Welcoming Message: Also referred to as the "Banner" message, the Welcoming Message is displayed

when a visitor is not using the system. It should greet visitors and tell them where they are (e.g., Welcome to Seashore Apartments).

 Instructions Message: This message provides instructions for system use.

 After Dialing Message: This message provides the user with instructions about what to do while the

system is dialing and after the conversation.

 All Other Messages: These messages are used to prompt and direct the user through various steps of

the system. Unless your application requires it, we strongly advise against changing any of the remaining messages not previously discussed.

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Firmware

Firmware identification is made when you connect with a unit and select either Receive Settings or Receive All (see Receiving Data from Unit on page 21). SPSW in automatically queries the unit about its firmware settings and displays the data in the Firmware tab. These settings cannot be altered. From the Unit Definition Window, select the Firmware tab to display the firmware Levels page (see Figure 52).

Note: This page contains read-only information. Data cannot be changed or edited.

Figure 52: Unit Definition Window Firmware Page

ULTI-LINK CHAINS

Viewing firmware settings for Multi-Link chains is the same as for stand-alone units, except that the Multi-Link firmware page has a units drop-down box. The user must select the unit that he wishes to address in order to view that unit’s firmware settings. Only one unit firmware page may be viewed at a time.

Updates

This feature has not yet been implemented.

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Transactions

The transactions page allows you to select which transactions the unit will record for later downloading and report creation. From the Unit Definition Window, select the Transactions tab to display the transactions page (see Figure 53).

Note: To receive transactions, connect to the unit (see page 15 and use the control panel (see page

58).

Figure 53: Unit Definition Window Transactions Page

TAND-ALONE UNITS

1. Click on the desired transaction tracing option boxes.

2. Click the Apply button, or select the Done button to save your data and return to the Main Window.

ULTI-LINK CHAINS

Selecting transactions for Multi-Link chains is the same as for stand-alone units, except that the Multi-Link transactions page has a Units drop-down box.

 To select a unit’s transactions, use the drop-down box.

 Only one unit transactions page may be viewed at a time.

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Notes

The notes page allows you to keep a log of notes on the unit you wish to retain for later reference. From the Unit Definition Window, select the Notes tab to display the notes page (see Figure 54).

Note: This data is not sent to the unit, and is retained only in the SPSWin database.

Figure 54: Unit Definition Window Notes Page

TAND-ALONE UNITS AND MULTI-LINK CHAINS

1. Click on the Enter Notes Here data field and key in any desired notes.

2. If you wish to timestamp the entry, click on the Timestamp It button.

3. If you wish to erase part of an entry, simply highlight it and press the DELETE key on your keyboard.

4. If you wish to erase everything since the last save, click on the Undo button.

5. If you wish to clear the entire log of notes, click on the Clear button.

6. When you are done entering and timestamping your notes, click the Apply button to save the entry, or select the Done button and the data will be saved and SPSWin will return you to the Main Window.

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Sending Data to a Unit

SPSWin gives you a choice of how much data you wish to send to the unit:

 Send Changes: Sends only the data that has changed since the last Receive or Send, and checks to

see if any data has been changed directly at the unit. If SPSWin detects a possible change at the unit, it must

 Send All: All data is uploaded whether or not it has changed since the last Receive or Send.

1. At the Connect to Unit screen (Figure 55), select either Send Changes or Send All, depending on how much data you wish to send. If you don’t know how to connect to a unit, refer to page 15.

Once selected, the unit data is uploaded directly into the SPSWin database and no further action is required of the operator.

Note: If SPSWin detects a possible change at the unit, a message will notify you with the following choices for action:

CONTINUE: Continue with Send and SPSWin will Send All. CANCEL: Stop Send and disconnect. If you want to keep the data that was changed at the unit, CANCEL the send and perform a Receive All command.

SPSWin automatically disconnects from the unit when uploading is completed.

Send All to prevent memory scrambling.

2. When uploading is completed, click the Done button to return to the SPSWin main Window.

Figure 55: Connect to Unit Screen

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Merging Unit Data

Merging of data happens whenever data is received from a unit. The Merge option allows you to specify how conflicts between unit data and SPSWin data are resolved.

This chapter will cover . . .

 Accessing the Merge Feature

 Setting Merge Priority

 Viewing Update Results

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Accessing the Merge Feature

1. From the SPSWin Main Window Toolbar, click on Database, then Options to display the Database Options window (Figure 57).

2. The Housekeeping tab is displayed first, so click on the Merge tab to display the merge page.

Figure 56: SPSWin Main Window Database Drop-Down Menu

Figure 57: Merge Feature Window

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Setting Merge Priority

The Merge Database Option allows you to select the desired merge priority for handling data conflicts.

Merge options are as follows:

 SPSWin database overrides conflicting unit

data.

 Unit data overrides any conflicts in the

SPSWin database.

 Unit data only — discard SPSWin data.

 Query Merge Priority whenever I receive data

from a unit.

 Report data conflicts — I'll view the report and

input the correct data. This is valuable in determining if a data upload (Send Settings or Send All) was successful.

Note: Merge option 4 is not yet supported. Refer also to Merge Options (Data Results Reference) on page 66 for additional merge option information.

1. Select the desired merge option (see Figure 57).

2. If you wish to have Merge Feature Window automatically displayed whenever you receive data, make

sure there is a check (“”) in the box next to Ask me again whenever I receive data from a unit.

3. Click the Apply button to save the data, or select the Done button and the data will be saved and SPSWin will return you to the Main Window.

Viewing Update Results

1. From the SPSWin Main Window (see Figure

58), select Reports, and from the drop-down menu select Unit Update Status Report. The Selecting Unit Update Revisions window will be displayed.

2. On the Selecting Unit Update Revisions window (see Figure 59), click in the row selector box (where the “” is in the figure).

3. If you wish to view the results before they are printed, make sure the View Before Printing box (at the bottom right of the window) is checked, then click on the OK button. The Unit Update Status Report (see Figure 60) will be displayed.

Note: Each time you send or receive data, SPSWin gives the set of information a revision number. Revision numbers are sequential the most recent revision has the highest number.

Figure 59: Selecting Unit Update Revisions

Window

Figure 58: SPSWin Main Window With Reports

Drop-Down Menu

Figure 60: Unit Update Status Report Window

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   Printing or Exporting Reports

Printing or Exporting Reports

 Accessing Reports

 Printing Reports

 Exporting Reports

 Reports Description

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Accessing Reports

TAND-ALONE UNITS

The reports may be accessed from the SPSWin Main Window.

1. Select Reports from the toolbar, then select the desired report from the drop-down menu (see Figure 61). The Report Selection window will be displayed.

2. From the Report Selection window (see Figure

62), select one or more units from which you wish to view or print a report, then click on the right-pointing arrow button. The desired units will move from the left field to the right field.

3. To view the report before printing, make sure the Preview Report Before Printing box is checked.

Figure 61: SPSWin Main Window Reports Drop-

Down Menu

4. Click the OK button to create the report. The report will then be displayed.

ULTI-LINK CHAINS

 You may use the U

report on stand-alone units in a chain.

 To report on a single chain in its entirety, use

ulti-Link System Report … .

nit Detail Report … to

Figure 62: SPSWin Main Window Report Selection

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Printing Reports

You may print a report from one of two screens: the Report Selection screen or the report's preview screen. All reports have a default print layout (e.g., portrait or landscape). Please note that changing report layouts from landscape to portrait (when landscape is the default setting of a particular report) may truncate areas of the report.

RINTING FROM THE REPORT SELECTION SCREEN

Remove checkmark here and click OK to print the selected report without previewing it.

Figure 63: Printing from the Report Selection Screen

RINTING FROM THE REPORT’S PREVIEW SCREEN

Click the printer icon to print the report without

changing printer settings.

Click this icon to change

printer settings (e.g., paper

orientation) before you print.

Figure 64: Printing from the Report’s Preview Screen

Exporting Reports

1. Select the envelope icon on the toolbar at the top of the report's preview screen.

2. Select the desired data Format and Destination of the file from the Export screen.

3. Click OK.

Figure 65: Export Screen

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Reports Description

UNIT DETAIL REPORT

The Unit Detail Report (see Figure 66) contains a summary of unit information, including:

 Basic Unit Information (unit name, type,

and description)

 User Adjustable Settings

 Auto-Unlock Schedule

 Access Levels

 Holiday Schedule

 Access Codes Summary (number

used/number available)

 Time Zone Schedule

 Access Codes List

 Factory Installed Settings

Figure 66: Unit Detail Report

ULTI-LINK SYSTEM REPORT

The Multi-Link System Report (see Figure 67) contains a summary of Multi-Link chain information, including:

 Basic Unit Information (unit name, type,

and description)

 Factory Installed Settings

 User Adjustable Settings

 Holiday Schedule

 Auto-Unlock Schedule displays this

information for the entire chain

 Access Codes Summary (number

used/number available)

 Time Zone Schedule

 Directory Sets

 Access Codes List

 Access Levels

Figure 67: Multi-Link System Report

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UNIT STATUS REPORT

This report provides the following information:

 Unit Updates Pending: Displays when the

unit’s data has been edited in SPSWin and has not been sent to the unit.

 Unit Last Updated: Displays the date the

unit was last updated (e.g., a “Send Changes” or “Send All” command was issued).

 Data Last Received From Unit: Displays the

date SPSWin last received data from the unit.

CCESS DIRECTORY

Accessing the unit directory (see Figure 69) allows you to view and print the directory. The right and leftfacing arrows allow you to page through multiple page directories.

Figure 68: Unit Status Report

HONE DIRECTORY

The phone directory (see Figure 70) is the same as the access directory, but also contains phone numbers for each tenant, and so can be used to view and print the phone directory. The right and leftfacing arrows allow you to page through multiple page directories.

Figure 69: Access Directory

Figure 70: Phone Directory

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ENTRY CARDS AND CODES REPORT

The Entry Cards and Codes Report (see Figure

71) contains information about entry cards and codes, including:

 Name at unit/directory name, full name

(if different), code, code type (card or entry code), and access level.

 If Time Zones have been used to

restrict access, a summary of the Time Zones is included at the end of the report

When you select this report, a dialogue box will pop up, asking whether you wish the report to be sorted by name or code. Click Yes to sort by Name; or, No to sort by code.

NIT UPDATE STATUS REPORT

Each time you send or receive data, SPSWin gives the set of information a revision number. Revision numbers are sequential—the most recent revision has the highest number.

The Unit Update Status Report (see Figure 72) contains the status of the selected unit update, including:

   Printing or Exporting Reports

Figure 71: Entry Cards and Codes Report

 Unit Update Outcome Summary (unit

name, unit type, update revision, update type) and update outcome).

 Unit Update Outcome Details (unit

name, update revision, any hardware or data warnings).

If the data transferred between SPSWin and the unit conflict (e.g., the Firmware ID number differs), this information will appear in the Outcome Details area of the report. See page 68 for more information.

Figure 72: Unit Update Status Report

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Viewing and Printing Transactions

Downloading Transactions

You must be connected to a unit before downloading transactions. For more information on connecting to a unit, refer to page 15.

1. Select the Control Panel button. The control panel will be displayed.

2. On the Control Panel window, you may select from the Unit Actions field:

 Retrieve All Transactions

 Retrieve Selected Transactions: You will

then be asked to specify the date and time for transactions.

3. Click on the Send button.

4. When you are connected to the unit, the Connect Status box will turn green. Click on any part of the Connect to Unit window to watch the progress of the transaction download.

5. When the download is finished, click on the Done button to return to the Connect to Unit window.

6. Click on the Disconnect button to disconnect from the unit.

The transactions will be retrieved and stored in separate database. To view and print the transactions, see Viewing and Printing

Transactions on page 56.

Figure 73: Control Panel Window

Viewing and Printing Transactions

Retrieved transactions are automatically copied into a Microsoft ACCESS database type file (default name trxwin32.mdb - this name may be changed) for use with the Sentex Windows-based database program called ERMAWin (Event Record Monitoring and Analysis software for Windows).

ERMAWin supports several different types of reports for retrieved transactions. See your ERMAWin manual or help file for details.

To start ERMAWin:

 From your keyboard - press CTRL-E. OR

 From the Toolbar, select Tools, then ERMA for W indows. OR

 From Windows START button, click Programs – Sentex Applications – ERMAWin.

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On-Line Programming

You may use SPSWin 4.0 to program a unit in “real-time” using the On-Line Programmer or to directly control various unit functions using the Control Panel.

This chapter will cover . . .

 Using the On-Line Programmer

 Using the Control Panel

 Changing the Unit Password

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Using the On-Line Programmer

The On-Line Programmer allows you to connect to a unit (or a multi-link chain) and program it in “real-time”. This means that as you modify data, SPSWin immediately stores the data at the unit. You do not have to send the data as you normally would after modifying data in the SPSWin database.

To use the On-Line Programmer:

1. At the Unit Definition window, select the “Connection” tab.

2. Click the

3. At the Connect to Unit screen (see Figure 74),

click the begin to connect with the unit or multi-link chain.

button.

button. SPSWin will

4. If SPSWin successfully connects, the On-line Programmer window will appear (see Figure

75).

5. All programming on the On-line Programming window is character-based. For information and instructions on navigation and use, refer to the SPS DOS and SPSWin (4.0) On-Line Programmer User’s Guide.

Figure 74: Connect to Unit Window

Notes

 The above instructions assume that you have already set up a connect set to the unit(s) you want

to program. If not, refer to Setting Your Modem Configuration and Connect Set on page 12.

 If connecting with a multi-link chain, you do not have to specify a unit. SPSWin will automatically

connect to the first unit. During programming, you will be asked which unit you wish to program.

Important

downloading (receiving) data from the unit so that the SPSWin and Unit databases correspond. Refer to Receiving Data from Unit on page 21 for more information.

: After editing the unit’s database with the On-Line Programmer, Sentex recommends

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Figure 75: On-line Programmer Window

   On-Line Programming

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE ON-LINE PROGRAMMER AND THE CONTROL PANEL

 The On-Line Programmer provides many more programming options (e.g., adding, editing, or deleting

access codes) than the Control Panel. However, all of the programming must be performed in a character-based environment. In addition, the unit database is updated immediately whenever you make a change. There is no need to send commands (e.g., latch relay) or modified data.

 The Control Panel allows you to control various unit functions in a visual-based environment. There are

only a select number of programming options and controls that may be performed with the Control Panel. Also, the data must be sent to the unit; the changes are not implemented immediately as with the On-Line Programmer.

Using the Control Panel

The Control Panel allows you to directly control many unit functions. You must be connected to a unit before using the control panel. For more information on connecting to a unit, refer to page 15.

1. In the Unit Actions field, select the action you wish the unit to perform. Use the scroll bar or the up and down arrows to view all your choices. For a brief description of the Control Panel actions, refer to Control Panel Actions Reference on page 65.

2. When an action is selected, the Send button becomes active. Click on the Send button to send the command to the unit.

Figure 76: Control Panel Window

Notes:

 Sending the Reset Unit command will restart

the unit(s) and automatically end the connection.

 Multi-Link Chains Only

only to those units selected in the Connection window.

: Commands are sent

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until all desired unit actions have been accomplished.

4. Click on the Done button to return to the Connect To Unit window.

Figure 77: Using the Connect and Control Panel

Windows simultaneously

 To save time while using the Control Panel

with a Multi-Link chain, have both the Connection and Control Panel Windows open simultaneously.

 Use the Connect window to select the UNIT

where you will send the command.

 Once you are connected, send commands as

quickly as possible. Otherwise, the unit will time out and disconnect.

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 Use the Control Panel window to select the

COMMAND to send.

Changing the Unit Password

TAND-ALONE UNITS

   On-Line Programming

1. In the Unit Actions field, use the scroll bar or the up and down arrows to display the action: “Change Unit Access Code (password)”. Select this action.

2. In the “New Programming Access Code:” box, enter the password.

3. When the action is selected, the Send button becomes active. Click on the Send button to send the command to the unit.

4. Click on the Done button to return to the Connect To Unit window.

Figure 78: Changing Unit Password (Unit Access Code)

ULTI-LINK CHAINS

 Commands are sent only to those units selected in the Connection window.

 Only the first unit’s password is used to connect to any or all of the units in the chain.

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Appendix

This chapter will provide brief explanations of the SPSWin Windows-style menu bars, the Control Panel Actions, and the Merge Conflict Messages. To save space, any functions covered elsewhere will be referenced out. Those functions not covered elsewhere will be detailed here.

This chapter will cover . . .

 SPSWin Main Window Menu Bar

 Unit Definition Window Menu Bar

 Control Panel Actions Reference

 Merge Options (Data Results Reference)

 Conflict Definitions (Unit Update Status Report)

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SPSWin Main Window Menu Bar

NIT

Function Description

New

Open Copy

Rename

Status

Delete

Exit

Opens up a unit definition window for a new unit.

Opens up a unit definition window for an existing unit. Copies an existing unit definition.

Renames an existing unit definition.

This command provides unit status information on the selected unit.

Deletes an existing unit definition.

Exits SPSWin.

Table 3: Unit Menu Reference

COMMUNICATION

Function Description

Connect Sets

Auto Configure

Custom Configure

Options

Displays the Connect Sets and Modem Configuration window (refer to Setting Your Modem Configuration and Connect Set on page 12).

Displays the Communications Auto Configuration window.

Displays the Connect Sets and Modem Configuration window.

Opens the Communications Options screen. Refer to page 16.

Table 4: Communication Menu Reference

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REPORTS

Function Description

This report contains a summary of unit information, including Basic Unit Information (unit

Unit Detail Report

name, type, and description), Factory Installed Settings, User Adjustable Settings, Holiday Schedule, Auto-Unlock Schedule, Time Zone Schedule, Access Codes Summary (number used/number available), and the Access Codes List. Refer to Unit Detail Report on page 53.

Multi-Link System Report

Unit Status Report

Access Directory

Phone Directory

Entry Cards and Codes Report

Unit Update Status Report

This report is a unit detail report for a Multi-Link chain, but also contains directory set data, and displays information for the whole chain. Refer to Multi-Link System Report on page

53.

This report informs you of the date data was last received from a unit, last sent to a unit, and if data changes to be sent are pending. Refer to Unit Status Report on page 54.

Accessing the unit directory allows you to view and print the directory. Refer to Access Directory on page 54.

The phone directory is the same as the access directory, but also contains tenant phone numbers and directory codes, allowing you to view and print a phone directory. Refer to Phone Directory on page 54.

This report contains information about entry cards and codes, including name at unit/ directory name, full name (if different), code, code type (card or entry code), and access level. If Time Zones have been assigned to any cards or codes, a summary of the Time Zones is included at the end of the report. Refer to Entry Cards and Codes Report on page 55.

This report contains the status of the most recent unit update, including Unit Update Outcome Summary (unit name, unit type, update revision and update type), and the Unit Update Outcome Details (unit name, update revision, any hardware or data warnings). Refer to Unit

Update Status Report on page 55.

Table 5: Reports Menu Reference

ATABASE

Function Description

Select Database

This feature allows you to select an existing database or create a new database by selecting a name that doesn’t exist.

SPSWin creates a backup file of your SPSWin or ERMAWin database. You may specify the

Backup

backup database name and directory. If your backup fails, your directory may not have enough disk space to hold a copy of the database. Delete the failed copy and back up your database again.

This feature displays the Database Options window, which contains two functions: Housekeeping and Merge. The Housekeeping function allows you to tell SPSWin how many

Options

revisions of the unit memory to keep, which is a handy tool for keeping the database size to a minimum. The Merge function is used with the Receive function, and allows you to tell SPSWin which data overrides if conflicting data is received. See Sending Data to a Unit on page 48.

Use the following functions only under the qualified guidance of your local Sentex Systems dealer.

Repair It

Compact It

Rebuild It

Create It

Delete It

Upgrade Utility

This and the following function (Compact It) are used to clean up a sluggish or hard-to-open database. This feature should only be used after trying Compact.

This function allows you to compact an existing database in order to minimize memory usage and speed up data access. A faulty database must be compacted before it can be repaired.

Deletes the current database and recreates it, but all data is lost in the process.

This function allows you to create a new database.

This function allows you to delete the current database.

Launches the database upgrade utility. Once the utility has completed its task, you must either re-“Select” the database (from the database menu) or close SPSWin and re-launch it.

Table 6: Database Menu Reference

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VIEW

Function Description

Toolbar

Unit Listing

Selecting this feature displays or hides the SPSWin icon-based toolbar.

Selecting this feature displays or hides the Existing Sentex Units grid in the SPSWin Main Window.

Selecting this feature enables or disables the display of the initial SPSWin help screen,

Getting Started Help

which is seen the first time SPSW in is started. Refer to Starting SPSWin on page 10. This screen can be removed by un-checking the Show Next Time box, and replaced by checking this feature in the drop-down menu.

Table 7: View Menu Reference

OOLS

Function Description

Security

ERMA for Windows

Database Upgrade Utility

This feature displays the SPSWin Password screen, which allows you to require, select or change a password. Refer to Starting SPSWin on page 10.

This starts Event Record and Monitoring and Analysis software for Windows.

Launches the database upgrade utility. Once the utility has completed its task, you must either re-"Select" the database (from the database menu) or close SPSWin and relaunch it.

Table 8: Tools Menu Reference

ELP

Function Description

Contents

Search for Help On

What Next

Keep Help on Top

Displays a list of Help topics.

Displays a find window to search help topics.

Provides help on your next step.

When enabled, SPSW in Help will remain in front of all other SPSWin windows.

Selecting this help feature displays a drop-down menu as follows:

How to Contact: Advises contacting local dealer for technical support. Trace:  Displays the Trace Options window, a list of program functions that can be

selected to create a log of SPSWin program activity, and creates a file named "spswin32.dbg". Note: The factory default for Trace functions is None.

Technical Support

Dump Unit Revision:  Displays the Select Unit Update Revision screen, used by tech

support to select the unit update revision to be dumped to file "shortname.dbg". Dump Transition Image:  Displays a list of transactions received from a unit or Multi- Link chain. This feature can be used for troubleshooting.  Note: These features should only be used under the guidance of qualified technical

support personnel.

About SPSWin

Displays the software's revision, release date, and full path of the EXE files and databases.

Table 9: Help Menu Reference

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Unit Definition Window Menu Bar

EFINITION

Function Description

Save

Delete

Add Unit to Set

(Multi-Link Only)

Delete Unit from Set

(Multi-Link Only)

Save As

Clear All

This command saves Unit Definition data entered in the window.

This command deletes the current Unit Definition.

Adds unit into multi-link chain.

Removes unit from multi-link chain.

This command saves an existing Unit Definition data as another unit name. This is a valuable tool when several similar units must be entered in the SPSWin database.

This command deletes all unit data from an existing Unit Definition. This command closes the Unit Definition window and returns you to the SPSWin Main

Window.

Table 10: Definition Menu Reference

CCESS CODES

Refer also to page 32.

Function Description

New

Clear All Unsaved Codes

This command allows you to create a new entry code or code group.

This command deletes all directory, entry and card codes that were entered but not yet saved.

This command displays the Delete Access Codes screen. The Delete Access Codes screen gives you a choice of:

Delete the Current Access Code Record

Delete

Delete All Access Code Records Delete All of the Following Checked Items:

 Directory Codes  Entry Codes  Card Codes

This feature allows you to specify up to 5 User Defined notation fields on the Access

User-Defined Fields

Codes page, and is useful for keeping track of and recording information on highprofile clients.

Sort

Entries to Load

Commercial Display Enabled

This is an access code search function that allows you to specify both the data field and the condition (is equal, begins with, ends with, greater than, or less than).

This function allows you to sort access codes by name, directory name, directory code, entry code and/or card code.

Enables you to set the number of viewable entries on the Access Codes page.

Enables you to enter “long” directory names that have more than 13 characters. Use only if the unit’s firmware supports commercial display capability.

Table 11: Access Codes Menu Reference

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ACCESS CONTROL

Function Description

Access Levels

Time Zones

Schedules

Holidays

Selecting this function displays the Access Levels page of the Unit Definition Window. Refer to Access Levels on page 30.

Selecting this function displays the Time Zones page of the Unit Definition Window. Refer to Time Zones on page 25.

Selecting this function displays the Schedules page of the Unit Definition Window. Refer to Schedules on page 27.

Selecting this function displays the Holidays page of the Unit Definition Window. Refer to Holidays on page 29.

Table 12: Access Control Menu Reference

OMMUNICATION

Function Description

Selecting this feature displays the Connection page of the Unit Definition Window.

Connect

Refer to Receiving Data from Unit (page 21), Connecting to a Unit (page 15), Viewing and Printing Transactions (page 56)).

Table 13: Communication Menu Reference

ELP

Function Description

Contents

Search for Help On

Displays a list of Help topics.

Displays a find window to search help topics. Displays the Trace Options window, containing a list of program functions which can

Trace 

be selected to create a log of SPSWin program activity. Note: The factory default for Trace functions is None.

Dump Unit Revision 

Displays the Select Unit Update Revision screen, which allows you to select the desired unit update revision, which will then be dumped to a file at <spswin path><shortname.dbg>.

 Use these features only under the guidance of qualified technical support personnel.

Show Hints

What Next

Displays a window with tips on how to use the function of the relevant page.

Provides help on your next step.

Table 14: Help Menu Reference

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Control Panel Actions Reference

Action Item Action Description

Set Unit Clock

Latch Relay 1/2/3/4

Cycle Relay 1/2/3/4

Retrieve All Transactions

Retrieve Selected Transactions

Set Answer Method to Standard (or Old)

Set Answer Method to Shared Line (or New)

Toggle Display Setting

Change Unit Access Code (password)

Resort Directory

Reset Unit

Enable / Disable 26 bit Cards

Enable / Disable Prefix 1

Enable / Disable Speech

Enable / Disable Multi-Entry

Enable / Disable Large Transaction Memory

Enable / Disable BatteryBacked Clock

Enable / Disable Alarm Calling

Allows you to set the clock at the unit. An accurate clock is critical to the proper use of Time Zones and Schedules.

Relay 1/2/3/4 will activate until you send a Cycle Relay command.

Relay 1/2/3/4 will activate (turn on) and then de-activate (turn off). Downloads all the transactions to the SPSWin database. For more

information, refer to Downloading Transactions on page 56.

Allows you to specify which transactions to receive. For more information, refer to Downloading Transactions on page 56.

One of two answer modes. Enable with a stand-alone unit, Multi-Link system, or stand-alone units not sharing the same telephone line. For more information, refer to Connecting to a Unit on page 15.

One of two answer modes. Not supported in Multi-Link systems. Use when more than one stand-alone unit shares one telephone line. For more information, refer to Connecting to a Unit on page 15.

For units with large displays: Toggles between Sharp and Optrex. For units with small displays: Toggles between 2x20 and 2x14. Use this command if the text on your display is illegible.

Allows you to change the unit’s password. For more information, refer to Changing the Unit Password on page 59.

Use this command if the directory names are not displaying in alphabetical order.

Sending the Reset Unit command will restart the unit(s) and automatically end the connection.

Enables or disables the use of 26 bit cards. This feature will not affect 30 bit cards if used.

Enables or disables the Prefix 1 feature. When enabled, the Infinity system will automatically dial a leading “1” when dialing a telephone number that is exactly 10 digits in length.

This optional feature enables you to remotely program a unit with voice feedback via a touch-tone phone. This feature is not an option for newer telephone interface boards (e.g., 329 board).

This command must be enabled for units linked to the same telephone line.

If your system’s transaction memory capacity has been upgraded, this command must be enabled.

Enables or disables the battery-backed clock. When enabled, the battery-backed clock will continue to function when power is disrupted.

Enables or disables the alarm call feature. An alarm call causes a unit to call a pre-programmed number and indicate that an alarm condition exists. This feature is not available in Canada.

Table 15: Control Panel Actions Reference

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Merge Options (Data Results Reference)

This section will aid you in understanding how the merge options differ from one another. SPSWin’s merge feature enables you to resolve data conflicts that occur when you merge data received from a unit with data already stored in the SPSWin database. Table 16 (next page) provides data results for three download scenarios (one for each merge option). Refer to the table to better understand what will happen to downloaded data with a particular merge option enabled.

EADING THE TABLE

The top half of the table contains data types (under Settings and Access Codes) and sample data (under Data in SPSWin and Data in Unit).

Settings: This column reflects the type of data that will be downloaded when you perform a Receive Settings or Receive All command. When you Receive Settings, SPSWin will download only

the type of data listed in this column. When you Receive All, SPSWin will download the type of data listed in the Settings and Access Codes columns.

Access Codes: This column reflects the type of data that will be downloaded when you perform a Receive All command. W hen you Receive Settings, SPSWin will not

download the type of data listed in this column.

Data in SPSWin: This is sample data that exists in an SPSWin database before data is received. When this data merges with the Data in Unit column, the resulting data appears in the bottom half of the table (depending the selected Merge Option and Receive Method).

Data in Unit: This is sample data that exists at a unit. When this data merges with the Data in SPSWin column, the resulting data appears in the bottom half of the table (depending the selected Merge Option and Receive Method).

When you Receive All, SPSWin will download the type of data listed in the Settings and

Access Codes

columns.

The bottom half of the table contains the results of the sample merged data (from the Data in SPSWin and Data in Unit columns). The results differ based on the selected Merge Option and the Receive Method (Receive Settings or Receive All).

 SPSWin Database Overrides: Values stored

in the SPSWin database will override any conflicting

Example:

data received from the unit.

Fred has directory code 100 in SPSWin. Sam has directory code 200 in SPSWin.

Fred has directory code 101 at the unit. Sam has no directory code at the unit.

Outcome

 Use Unit Data Only: Use only the data stored

in the unit. All values stored in the SPSWin database will be discarded.

Example:

Fred has directory code 100 in SPSWin. Sam has directory code 200 in SPSWin.

Fred has directory code 101 at the unit. Sam has no directory code at the unit.

Outcome

Fred's directory code will be 100. Sam's directory code will be 200.

 Unit Data Overrides: Data received from the

unit will override any conflicting

values stored

in the SPSWin database.

Example:

Fred has directory code 100 in SPSWin. Sam has directory code 200 in SPSWin.

Fred has directory code 101 at the unit. Sam has no directory code at the unit.

Outcome

Fred's directory code will be 101. Sam's directory code will be 200.

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Settings Access Codes Data in SPSWin Data in Unit

Directory Code Length 3 4

Number of Keypad Errors 4 5

Rings Before Answer 6 3

Talk Time (in seconds) No Data (Blank) 250

PBX Digit 7 9

Dialing Type Tone Dial Pulse Dial

Relay Activation Time

Messages Default Non Default

Directory Code (1) Dir. Code 4332, P# 555-1234 Dir. Code 4332, P# 555-0090

Directory Code (2) Dir. Code 8990, P# 555-4545 Dir. Code 8990, P# 555-4545

Directory Code (3) Dir. Code 1010, P# 555-1111 ---

Directory Code (4) --- Dir. Code 2222, P# 555-4321

Entry Code (1) Entry Code 332, Time Zone 1 Entry Code 332, Time Zone 2

Entry Code (2) Entry Code 500, Time Zone 0 ---

Entry Code (3) --- Entry Code 600, Time Zone 1

Relay1 10 Relay2 08

Relay1 05 Relay2 05

Merge Option ➔➔➔➔ SPSWin Unit Unit Only

Receive Method

Directory Code Length 3 3 4 4 4 4

Number of Keypad Errors 4 4 5 5 5 5

Rings Before Answer 6 6 3 3 3 3

Talk Time (in seconds) 250 250 250 250 250 250

PBX Digit None None 9 9 9 9

Dialing Type Tone Tone Pulse Dial Pulse Dial Pulse Dial Pulse Dial

Relay Activation Time

Messages Default Default Non Default Non Default Non Default Non Default

Directory Code (1)

Directory Code (2)

Directory Code (3)

Directory Code (4)

Entry Code (1)

Entry Code (2)

Entry Code (3)

➔➔➔➔

Receive Settings

Relay1 10 Relay2 08

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

Receive All

Relay1 10 Relay2 08

Dir. Code 4332

P# 555-1234

Dir. Code 8990

P# 555-4545

Dir. Code 1010

P# 555-1111

Dir. Code 2222

P# 555-4321

Entry Cde 332

Time Zone 1

Entry Cde 500

Time Zone 0

Entry Cde 600

Time Zone 1

Receive Settings

Relay1 05 Relay2 05

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

Receive All

Relay1 05 Relay2 05

Dir. Code

4332

P# 555-0090

Dir. Code

8990

P# 555-4545

Dir. Code

1010

P# 555-1111

Dir. Code

2222

P# 555-4321

Entry Cde 332

Time Zone 2

Entry Cde 500

Time Zone 0

Entry Cde 600

Time Zone 0

Receive Settings

Relay1 05 Relay2 05

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

No Codes

Received

Receive All

Relay1 05 Relay2 05

Dir. Code

4332

P# 555-0090

Dir. Code

8990

P# 555-4545

---

Dir. Code

2222

P# 555-4321

Entry Cde

332

Time Zone 2

---

Entry Cde

600

Time Zone 1

Table 16: Merge Data Results for Different Download Scenarios

Note: Merge Option four (4) is not yet supported.

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   Appendix

Conflict Definitions (Unit Update Status Report)

If the data transferred between SPSWin and the unit conflict (e.g., the Firmware ID number differs), this information will appear in the Outcome Details area of the report. The conflicting data type may appear as a vague combination of characters and numbers (e.g., DirDial0, MaxNameCharsDC, etc.). To understand the meanings of these data types, use the table below as a reference.

IRMWARE SETTINGS

Conflict Description Data Type Conflict Description Data Type

FIDNumber

MaxDirectoryCodes

MaxPrimaryPhones

MaxCodes

CardsEnabled

CodesEnabled

FullFunctionCodes

NamesEnabled

MaxAdditionalNames

Firmware Identification Number

Maximum Directory Code Capacity

Maximum Number of Unique Directory Codes

Maximum Entry and Card Code Capacity

Card Feature Enabled

Entry Code Feature Enabled

Full Function Codes support cards, codes, and time zones.

Names Stored in Entry Code/Card Records

Maximum Number of Additional Names with Directory Codes

SER SETTINGS

Conflict Description Data Type Conflict Description Data Type

CardsEqualCodes

TalkTime

MaxKeypadErrors

PBXDigit

FacilityCode

SystemOptions

PasswordBuffer

AlarmCallEnabled

AlarmCall

Rings

AntiPassback

DialingType

Feature that enables cardholders to enter card number at keypad as an entry code.

Length of time visitor can talk to tenant.

Number of keypad errors before unit stops accepting codes for 3 minutes and, if enabled, closes a relay or places an alarm call.

The digit to dial for PBX system.

Facility Code associated with a group of cards.

Options such as enabling 26-bit cards, extended transaction buffer, prefix 1, etc.

Unit Password

If enabled, alarm condition that produces an alarm call to a specified number.

Number to call when alarm condition occurs.

Rings Before Answer - Number of rings before unit answers the phone/modem.

Anti-Passback - Enabled or Disabled

Pulse or Tone

MaxNameCharsDC

MaxNameCharsEC

NumDir

NumCodes

BegCod

LstRec

NumPrimaryPhones

NumPhones

NumCardsCodes

MaxDirectoryDigits

MaxCodeDigits

TransactionOptions

ExecutiveOptions

DirDial0

LongPhoneNumbers

RelayConfig

DisplayTypeSetting

EmergencyPhone

JumpMiddleDisplay

AnswerMethod

Maximum Number of Characters in Name of Directory Code

Maximum Number of Characters in Name of Entry Code

Number of Directory Codes Used

Number of Entry Codes Used

Memory Integrity Issue

Number of Unique Directory Codes Used

Number of Directory Codes Used

Number of Card Codes Used

Maximum Number of Digits in Directory Code

Maximum Number of Digits in Entry Code

Controls types of transactions stored at the unit.

Only applies if system uses Executive Codes

Horizon Systems Only: 0 dials displayed directory code.

Phone Numbers with 10 Digits

Relay Settings

Sharp or Optrex, Medium or Small

Horizon Systems Only: Alarm Call Number

Horizon Systems Only: Navigation Feature for Directory Codes

Old or New, Standard or Shared Line

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This document is protected by copyright and may not be copied or adapted without the prior written consent of Sentex Systems. This documentation contains information proprietary to Sentex and such information may not be distributed without the prior written consent of Sentex. The software and firmware included in the Sentex product as they relate to this documentation are also protected by copyright and contain information proprietary to Sentex.

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brands and their products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders and should be noted as such.

FOR TECHNICAL SUPPORT, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL SENTEX SYSTEMS DEALER

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Lift-Master SPSWIN 4.0 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Installation and Overview

System Requirements

Differences Between SPS and SPSWin

Installing SPSWin Version 4.0 (and/or its companion applications)

Windows NT/2000/XP Administrator Notes

SPSWin Help and Tables

SPSWin Unit Setup Overview

Starting SPSWin

Starting SPSWin

Passwords

Creating or Editing an SPSWin Password

Main Window Toolbar Reference

Communications

Accessing Modem Configuration

Setting Your Modem Configuration and Connect Set

Connecting to a Unit

Communications Options

Opening a New Unit Definition Window

Creating or Editing a Unit Definition (Stand-Alone)

Copying a Unit Definition

Creating or Editing a Multi-Link Chain

Opening a New Multi-Link Chain Definition Window

Creating a New Multi-Link Chain Definition

Receiving Data from Unit

Selecting Display Type

Downloading Unit Data

Verifying Unit Data Has Been Received

Upgrading Your Unit(s)

Entering and Editing Unit Data

Time Zones

Schedules

Holidays

Access Levels

Access Codes

Accessing Unit and Multi-Link Data Fields

Creating and Editing Directory Sets (Multi-Link Only)

Relays

Settings

Messages

Firmware

Updates

Transactions

Notes

Sending Data to a Unit

Merging Unit Data

Accessing the Merge Feature

Setting Merge Priority

Viewing Update Results

Printing or Exporting Reports

Accessing Reports

Printing Reports

Exporting Reports

Reports Description

Viewing and Printing Transactions

Downloading Transactions

Viewing and Printing Transactions

 Using the Control Panel