Sign Command v0.20 Software User Manual
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1. Click the folder icon i and browse to where the image file is located on your computer Layout Ecale to window Select it and click Open Entry Effect NoEftet Speed 00 00 03 Stap Time Select a Layout for the image Scale to Window will resize the image proportionally while Fit to Window will stretch the image to Cancel _ fill the entire window Add Image Window An Entry Effect and Stay Time can also be specified The amount of detail that can be shown on your display is dependent on the matrix size Images that contain a large amount of detail may not show well on your LED display Stewart Signs Page 14 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Adding Video Clips Video clips can be added to your TekStar display The following video file formats are compatible with Sign Command ASF AVI GIF MOV MP4 MPEG MPG RMVB VOB and WMV With a window selected click Add Video Clip a Click the folder icon i and browse to where the video file is located on your computer Select it and click Open Select a Layout for the image Scale to Window will resize the video file proportionally while Fit to Window will stretch the video file to fill the entire window Video clips will play in their entirety and do not have a Stay Time value Caption File Hame Layout mothers day C SignCommand mothers day avi Scale bo Window a Add Video Clip Wind2. all windows to a file that can be loaded into another frame A display item can be added selecting a window and clicking one of the Add buttons below If more than one display item is added to a window they will be shown one at a time for the length specified by each item If multiple windows are placed within the frame each will rotate through their display items independently of the other With a window selected the following display item controls are available Ei Add Pixel Text Adds text in an LED font to the selected window Add Image Adds an image to the selected window Add Date Time Adds the current date or time to the selected window Modify Item Edits the properties for the selected item Move Item Up Moves the selected item to show sooner in the list Add Text Adds text in any Windows font to the selected window Add Video Clip Adds a video clip to the selected window Add Temperature Adds the current temperature to the selected window Delete Item Removes the selected item from the window Move Item Down Moves the selected item to show later in the list Stewart Signs Document revision 12 20 2012 Page 12 Sign Command User Manual Adding Pixel Text Pixel text uses special fonts designed for maximum readability and optimal message length on your LED display It is recommended to use pixel text in most situations E Pixel Text Wi
3. layering allows for FRAME more flexibility in designing what can be shown WINDOW on the display A script file must contain one or DISPLAY ITEM more frames A frame is the basic unit of the script file The frame is always the same pixel size as the display for example 112 pixels wide by 24 The layers of a script file pixels high FRAME All scheduling such as setting a message to WINDOW WINDOW display at a certain date and time takes place at FPR DISPLAY ITEM the frame level To be displayed a frame must contain one or more windows MULTIPLE DISPLAY ITEMS A window is a section of the frame dedicated for displaying one or more items A window may be the entire size of the frame or may only use a portion of the frame If multiple windows are added to a frame they are shown at the same time To be displayed window must contain one or more display items A frame containing two windows The left window contains three display items The right window contains one display item A display item is a piece of information to be shown on the display Text images and video clips are all display items Display items always use the entire size of the window that they reside in If multiple display items are added to a window they are shown one at a time Stewart Signs Page 10 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Working with Frames ar A frame can be added to the script file by clicking t
4. 00 4M St op 9 00 00 4M Even Monte Stat U 1200 00 AEH Stop 1 12 00 00 4H a A frame scheduled as All Day will be displayed continuously unless another frame is scheduled for that time Once the windows and display items are added and configured click 42 Preview Frame to view how the frame will appear on the display Once you are done previewing the frame click the X in the top right of the Preview window to close it Stewart Signs Document revision 12 20 2012 Page 17 Sign Command User Manual Transmitting to the Display _ The following feature is only available for displays with a network connection If your sign is not network connected use the Exporting to USB method to transmit your script file Click wd send to S10 to open the Play window If you have not yet saved your script file to the computer you will be prompted to save it Click Send to transmit the file The log will post each step of the transmission Once complete click Close The script file will now be playing on the display Play Window Once the file transfer is complete it is not required to leave the Sign Command program running or your computer on Exporting to USB _ The USB drive that you use must not contain other data and must have enough storage space for all video clips and images used in the script file Plug in your USB drive into an open USB port on your computer When the computer recogniz
5. Sign Command User Manual IC MAND User Manual for Software Version 0 20 This user manual describes the operating functions and features of the Sign Command software version 0 20 for your Stewart TekStar LED display For additional support please contact 2201 Cantu Ct Suite 115 Sarasota FL 34232 1 855 841 4624 or visit our TekStar Support website at www stewartsigns com support tekstar Stewart Signs Page 1 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Copyright Notice Terms and Conditions Stewart Signs This software is subject to the following license terms and conditions Please read this license before installing the software on your PC If you do not agree to the terms and conditions of this license you may return the software for a full refund BY CLICKING ON THE ACCEPT BUTTON OPENING THE PACKAGE DOWNLOADING THE PRODUCT OR USING THE EQUIPMENT THAT CONTAINS THIS PRODUCT YOU ARE CONSENTING TO BE BOUND BY THIS AGREEMENT IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT CLICK THE DO NOT ACCEPT BUTTON AND THE INSTALLATION PROCESS WILL NOT CONTINUE RETURN THE PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE FOR A FULL REFUND OR DO NOT DOWNLOAD THE PRODUCT SINGLE COPY SOFTWARE LICENSE THIS IS A SINGLE COPY SOFTWARE LICENSE granted by the J M Stewart Corporation Stewart Signs with its mailing address at 2201 Cantu Ct Suite 215 Sarasota FL 34232 The software in this package
6. ame Settings These controls allow you to schedule and have repeat or duration times set for the selected frame 8 Window Settings These controls allow you specify settings for the selected window 9 Display Item Controls These controls allow you to add remove and order various display items such as text images video clips time and temperature 10 Display Item List This list will show all display items that have been added to the selected window Stewart Signs Page 9 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Working with Script Files A script file is a list of text images and video clips that will be shown on your display The script file also contains information on duration scheduling and any transition effects selected To create a new script file click L New File To open an existing script file click Open Fie Browse to where the file is located and click Open To save your open script file to your computer click kal Save File When Sign Command is closed and later restarted it will open the last script file that was saved Sign Command script files use the usc file extension It is recommended that you save these files into the default folder C Users username SignCommand You may create as many script files as you would like Understanding Frames Windows amp Display Items A Sign Command script file contains several SCRIPT FILE layers of information This
7. aorewouden 18 ENEP S WOP OEC OT aeae E E E E A 19 Chonn Ge TIME serne S E T 19 SANE NPTT OPU ON oaeen 20 Alert boxes contain instructions that _ must be followed to ensure proper performance of the software or display The Information boxes located within this manual contain additional important notes Stewart Signs Page 4 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual What is Sign Command Sign Command is an advanced Windows based software application that controls the message on your LED display With it you can add text images and video clips that can be scheduled on certain days of the month or times Due to the variety of matrix sizes and display colors that are compatible with Sign Command the examples contained in this manual may not reflect the capabilities of your display Terminology The following terminology is used throughout this manual e Display The portion of your outdoor sign that contains the LEDs and other electronic components Displays come in a variety of sizes and can be single or double sided e Display Item Text images video clips or other items that will be shown on the display e Frame A single unit of a script file that can contain one or more windows A frame can be scheduled to be shown on a certain date or at a certain time e Script File A sequential list of frames that will be shown on your display The script file also contains information on duratio
8. arranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to the term of the express warranties 2 6 1 Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you 2 7 Stewart Signs shall not in any case be liable for special incidental consequential indirect or other similar damages arising from any breach of these warranties even if Stewart Signs or its agent has been advised of the possibility of such damages 2 7 1 Some States do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you DISCLAIMER EXCEPT AS SPECIFIED IN THIS WARRANTY ALL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONDITIONS REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE NONINFRINGEMENT OR ARISING FROM A COURSE OF DEALING USAGE OR TRADE PRACTICE ARE HEREBY EXCLUDED TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY APPLICABLE LAW IN NO EVENT WILL STEWART SIGNS OR ITS SUBSIDIARIES DIVISIONS OR SUPPLIERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST REVENUE PROFIT OR DATA OR FOR SPECIAL INDIRECT CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES HOWEVER CAUSED AND REGARDLESS OF THE THEORY OF LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE EVEN IF STEWART SIGNS OR ITS SUPPLIERS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES In no event shall Stewart Signs or its supplie
9. assword on application startup General User To an Administrator password click Set o Password SetPasswoid Clear Password Hot set Password in the Administrator box Type your 7 me Ask for password on application startup desired password and click OK Put a check mark in one or both of the device info and Administrator application options boxes Password Set Passwords Not set F Ask for password when modifying device info If you are setting both the User and A Ask for password when modifying application options Administrator passwords it is recommended that they are different from each other Options Window of it in a secure location Changing the Time The date and time shown on your TekStar sign is derived from an internal clock This clock may occasionally become out of sync with the actual time due to variations in environmental conditions within the display or due to time changes as with Daylight Savings Time When a new message is transmitted using Send to Sign the current date and time information from your computer is sent to the display If you use a network connection to communicate to the sign simply resend your most recent script file to change the internal clock When specifying a password be sure to type your password correctly and keep a written copy Stewart Signs Page 19 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual If you place messa
10. ay cannot be changed by a third pa When first opening an unregistered version of Sign Command the software activation window will appear Click Copy to Clipboard to place the eight digit PC code into your computer s clipboard Go to www stewa rtsigns com support teksta r activation and complete the required form for software activation When prompted for your PC code press Ctrl V on your keyboard to paste it into the field A Stewart support representative will process your request during regular business hours Once complete an email will be sent to you with a file attachment named serial inf Save this file attachment anywhere on your computer Click Select Serial File in the software activation window and browse to where you saved the serial inf file attachment Select it and click Open If the file is valid you will now be able to click OK in the rty w Serial File You have not registed thit software yet Please Contact pour provider for the serial file PC Code Serial Fie Cancel Software Activation Window Look L My Documents Desktop My Documents 55 My Computer My Network My eBooks My Music eS my Pictures My Sign Data Pay Videos File nana Files of hape Serial File anf software activation window and register Browse to the location where you saved the serial inf file attachment your installation of Sign Command A unique serial inf file is req
11. dow Settings box to resize and P position the window The values are measured in pixels width 38 Height 16 By adding multiple windows to a frame you can display multiple items at the same time For example showing text next to an image or the temperature next to the time Window settings box with values in pixels A frame with two windows allowing two items to be displayed at the same time Stewart Signs Page 11 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Other Window Controls CF BE le Delete Window Removes the window and any display items inside the window Move Window Up Moves a window in front of another if they are overlapping Only available if there are multiple windows in the frame Tile Window Horizontal Sizes and positions windows so they are stacked horizontally Only available if there are multiple windows in the frame Load Window Template Loads the size and position of all windows from a file created by Save Window Template Working with Display Items Maximize Window Resizes the window to fit the entire frame Move Window Down Moves a window behind another if they are overlapping Only available if there are multiple windows in the frame Tile Window Vertical Sizes and positions windows so they are stacked vertically Only available if there are multiple windows in the frame Save Window Template Saves the size and position of
12. es the USB drive make note of the drive letter Click wlll Export to USB in the top toolbar Click the folder icon next to the Export To box Select your USB drive from the folder list Click OK in the Browse for Folder window and then click Apply to export the file You will be alerted if the export was successful Close the Export window and remove your USB drive from the computer Export Window Plug in the USB drive into the USB port on the sign The transfer of data will be automatic and the file will begin playing momentarily USB drive in the sign e Once the new file begins playing the file transfer is complete It is not required to leave the Stewart Signs Page 18 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Setting Password Protection Two levels of password protection can be set within Sign Command e A User password prevents unauthorized use of the Sign Command software by requiring the password at startup This is the most common type of password protection e An Administrator password prevents unauthorized changes to device settings such as matrix size and or application settings such as changing passwords Select Tools gt Options from the file bar and click the Account tab Device Configuration Ctrl D i Options Ctrl F To set a User password click Set Password in the User box Type your desired password and click OK Put a check mark in Ask for p
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14. ges on your sign only using Export to USB the current date and time cannot be transferred using a USB drive Follow the steps below to transmit a script file using Send to Sign in order to set the internal clock e Plug an Ethernet cable into the side of the sign The Ethernet port is located next to the USB port e Plug the other end into a laptop or other computer with Sign Command installed e Transmit your script file using Send to Sign Setting Other Options In the General tab of the Options window l TEE Account Sign Command can be set to launch automatically when your computer is started E Launch application on system startup 7 Auto preview the selected items during edit The auto preview of display items in the frame editor can also be disabled Options Window Stewart Signs Page 20 Document revision 12 20 2012
15. he New Frame F button The new frame will be added to the end of the script file New script files contain one frame by default The frames contained in your script file can be seen in the n x e O Frame amp Window Tree The frame that is selected within H E T the tree can have its properties and contents edited SW New Device 112 24 bs Frame 1 always Wwholeday Frames can also be reordered by clicking the m Frame 2 Always wWholeday Move Frame Up T or Move Frame Down 9 buttons AMEE VUNG N EE E Tie of two frames selected Frames can also be cut or copied and then pasted elsewhere in the f Cut Ctrl X script file Right click on a frame and select Cut or Copy Select a E3 Copy Cac different frame within the script file right click it and select Paste Paste Ctrl V x Frames can be deleted by clicking the Delete Frame F button This will also remove any windows and display items residing in the frame Frames can be scheduled for display at certain dates and times See the Scheduling a Frame section for more information Working with Windows With a frame selected click the New Window CT button This will add a new window inside the frame r By default the window takes up the entire size of the frame Orange sizing boxes used to resize the window window To size the window smaller click and drag one of the rae 56 orange sizing boxes surrounding it You can also directly Top enter values into the Win
16. is licensed to you as the end user It is not for resale 1 0 License 1 1 The software enclosed in this package is copyrighted material Once you have paid the required single copy license fee you may use the software for as long as you like provided you do not violate the copyright and if you follow these simple rules 1 1 1 You may use the software on multiple computers for which it is designed 1 1 2 You may not make any changes or modifications to the licensed software and you may not decompile disassemble or otherwise reverse engineer the software 1 1 3 You may not rent it or lease it to others 2 0 Limited Warranty 2 1 Stewart Signs warrants that the media which the software is recorded on and the documentation provided with it are free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use 2 2 Stewart Signs warrants that the software itself will perform substantially in accordance with the specifications set forth in the documentation provided with it 2 3 The above express warranties are made for a period of ninety 90 days from the date the software is delivered to you as the first user 2 4 Obligations of Stewart Signs during the warranty period 2 4 1 Stewart Signs will replace the CD which proves defective in materials or workmanship without additional charge on an exchange basis In the case of an error in the documentation Stewart Signs will correct errors in the documentation without charge by providing addenda or
17. month or at certain times These frames will begin showing at their scheduled start time and end at the stop time Click with the frame selected that you wish to schedule Select Every Day and a Start and Stop time to display a frame during the same time period every day Select Every Month and a Start date time and a Stop date time to display a frame during the same period every month Select All Day for the frame that you wish to be displayed when no other frames are scheduled This frame will loop continuously until another scheduled frame is started There must be one frame in the script file that has the All Day setting This ensures that there is always something showing on the display Only one frame can be set to All 2 Day If more than one frame is scheduled at the same time the frame that is listed last in the Window amp Frame tree is displayed Previewing a Frame A frame scheduled to be displayed on the 5 day of every month New Frame 0 All Day Every Day Start 9 00 00 AM Stop 9 00 00 AM O Even Monte Start 1 12 00 00 AHH Stop 1 12 00 00 4H Erm A frame scheduled to be displayed every day between 8 00 AM and 9 00 AM New Frame O All Day i 2 34 AN 3 05 AN Every Day Start 11 12 34 AM Stop 11 1305 AM Ever Month Stat Emm 1 00 00 FES Stop Gami 5 00 00F iS ia between 1 00 PM and 5 00 PM i 3 very D ay Start 8 00
18. n scheduling and any transition effects selected e Preview Viewing the frame within the software to see how it will look on the display e Transmit Sending the script file to the display for viewing by the public e Window A portion of a frame that can contain one or more display items System Requirements Sign Command can be run on any modern Windows based computer The following are the minimum requirements for installation e Microsoft Windows XP or above e 512 MB RAM e 24 bit graphic card e 100 MB free drive space e Network card if using the network connection method e USB port if using the USB connection method Stewart Signs Page 5 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Installing the Software If there is an existing version of Sign Command installed on your computer it must be uninstalled before proceeding Download the software from www stewartsigns com support tekstar Double click on the signcommand exe file or run it from your web browser to start the installation process set Aecoort Leatrol 1 If you use Windows 7 or Windows Vista you may RAG Eiu wizara nnn have to click Yes to the User egam iseinean imera Account Control window a Cortina Click Met to continue or Cancel to exit Senin 2 Click the Next button to start the software installation 3 Accept the default B g Select aarp rae Cg at maori see destinatio
19. n location by AE Ea shire sho sep plc the parani rs clicking the Next button bh Setup wil retal Sign Commend into the following folder an Sehyp wil este the program s shorbouts in the following Start Mera folder Tomni Cide Rex I you youd be in select a different folder cick fr ove 4 Accept the default Start Menu Folder by clicking the Next button 5 Confirm your selections Completing the Sign Command by C C ki n g t h e n sta l l Setup ip m resdy to begn meising Sgn Commend on your computer Es a F Setup Wizard b utto n ick Fetai te enirus abh the ineradlaion of cick Baik i pou nani e AN oF a Setup hes freched retaling Sign Command on your computer change any settingi The soobostenomer be leached by mecing the imise ors Ce inanon otai C Progan Files GbE picamen Ode Finish to mit Setup Sist Menu fider 6 Complete the Si Canann trl installation by clicking the Finish button Once installed the Sign Command icon will be available on your desktop and within your Start menu Click on the icon to start Sign Command sign GoMmmang Stewart Signs Page 6 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Activating the Software In order to prevent unauthorized use of the software each installation of Sign Command requires a unique activation file provided by Stewart Customer Support This security measure helps to ensure that your displ
20. omatically locate the sign if it is connected to the network To establish a network connection your computer and TekStar sign must be on the same computer network Network configuration is the responsibility of the customer Stewart Signs Page 8 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Screen Overview The main screen for Sign Command has the following sections with a window selected ar I E mr e te a er a afe j E ar editor 0 20 SignCommal d defau EEE L New Fie E Open Fie br Save Fle Preview Frame Sendto Sign ll Epot W Hep ORELE f New Device 112X 24 lesb New Frame Always Wholeday A Window 0 0 112 24 1 File Bar All functions of the software such as previewing saving and transmitting a script file are available from this bar 2 Toolbar Allows quick access to some of the more commonly used functions in the file bar 3 Frame Controls These controls allow you add remove and order frames 4 Window Controls These controls allow you to add remove and position windows within the frame A zoom control also allows you to adjust the zoom level of the frame editor 5 Window amp Frame Tree A list of all existing frames and windows in your script file Clicking on a frame or window within the tree will select it for editing 6 Frame Editor This editor allows you to visually arrange windows within the frame 7 Fr
21. ow e The amount of detail that can be shown on your display is dependent on the matrix size Special Instructions for Monochrome Displays If your display is only capable of showing shades of red special consideration must be made in selecting image and video clip files Because a monochrome display cannot show multiple colors different colors of similar brightness will all show as red on the display It is best to use a grayscale image or video clip that only uses black white and shades of gray Other high contrast color combinations are also acceptable If you are using a full color image or video clip on a monochrome display it is recommended to test it on the display or convert it into grayscale using photo editing software Stewart Signs Document revision 12 20 2012 STOP 0 Because a monochrome display cannot show white this image is displayed as entirely red SToP gt TOP A high contrast image in grayscale works well for a monochrome display Video clips that contain a large amount of detail may not show well on your LED display Page 15 Sign Command User Manual Adding Date amp Time Sign Command allows you to include the current date and time within a window The date and time are derived from an internal clock within the display which is updated from the computer running Sign Command With a window selected click Add Date Time The following formats are available for in the Di
22. rs liability to Customer whether in contract tort including negligence or otherwise exceed the price paid by Customer The foregoing limitations shall apply even if the above stated warranty fails of its essential purpose 2 8 Your Obligations Under The Warranty 2 8 1 You must call Stewart Signs customer service department for authorization to return any defective item to Stewart Signs during the warranty period 2 8 2 If Stewart Signs customer service representative is unable to correct your problem by telephone you will be provided with a return authorization number and an address for returning the defective item for warranty service or replacement 2 8 3 You must insure any defective item being returned because Stewart Signs does not assume the risk of loss or damage while in transit 2 9 Other Conditions 2 9 1 The warranties set forth above are in lieu of all other express and implied warranties whether oral written or implied and the remedies set forth above are your sole and exclusive remedies 2 9 2 Only an authorized officer of Stewart Signs may make modifications to this warranty or additional warranties binding on Stewart Signs 2 9 3 Accordingly additional statements such as advertising or presentations whether written oral or implied do not constitute warranties by Stewart Signs and should not be relied upon as such 2 9 4 This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may va
23. ry from state to state 3 0 Limitation Of Liability 3 1 In no case shall Stewart Signs liability exceed the license fees paid for the right to use the Licensed Software or One Hundred Dollars 100 00 whichever is greater 4 0 Integration 4 1 This License shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida United States of America as if performed wholly within the state and without giving effect to the principles of conflict of law If any portion hereof is found to be void or unenforceable the remaining provisions of this License shall remain in full force and effect This license constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between the parties and supersedes any prior agreement or understanding whether written oral or implied relating to the subject of this license 4 2 This agreement may only be modified by a written agreement signed by Stewart Signs Stewart Signs Page 3 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Table of Contents What IS Siem COMMMANG ccctisccescetancssenisesatecceuncacudesatabewarectsecunasegawenecstudsocoaiunscssmusseduseheeedenmedwernate eens 5 POU OE aeo mare eseeneeeene 5 System ReguirementS csscceentuusamueen ne senaniwaanatesineaneteutanntetaukenhentieeuhelanteottanannetecens Ea RAE E 5 metaline CG SOLOW eNO sieer non en E O erie 6 Activating the Software cccccccesseccceeccccesscccceusececeusececceneccesenseceseuececsenecsenseces
24. splay Item toolbar date and time The examples use the date and time of Wednesday July 4 2012 at 9 30 PM Format Select your desired options t may be necessary to reduce the font size to fit the text within the window aT Example E arire z gt Info Caption Date T ime Format MADA Y T 15 EE x No Effect x 00 00 03 E Elck Font Entry Effect Stap Time Background Add Date Time Window If the clock is incorrect on your computer the time or date may show incorrectly on the _ display It is recommended to use a time syncing service on your computer to keep this information accurate Adding Temperature Sign Command allows you to include the current temperature within a window The temperature is derived from a temperature probe attached to the sign With a window selected click Add Temperature 4 in the Display Item toolbar Caption Scale Select a Scale of either Fahrenheit or Celsius Font Select your desired options t may be necessary to Entry Elfect reduce the font size to fit the text within the window Stay Time Background Temperature Fahrenheit 16 BB Fed No Effect r 00 00 03 E Elac ee Add Temperature Window Stewart Signs Document revision 12 20 2012 Page 16 Sign Command User Manual Scheduling a Frame Individual frames can be scheduled to be displayed on certain days of the
25. substitute pages 2 4 2 Stewart Signs will either replace or repair without additional charge any software that does not perform in substantial accordance with the specifications of the documentation This will be done by delivering to you a corrected copy of the software or corrective code on an exchange basis 2 4 3 If Stewart Signs is unable to replace defective documentation or defective media or if Stewart Signs is unable to provide a corrected copy of the software or corrected documentation within a reasonable period of time Stewart Signs will either replace the software with a functionally similar program or refund the license fees paid for use of the software 2 5 Exclusion of other Warranties 2 5 1 Stewart Signs does not warrant that the functions contained in the software will meet your requirements or that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted or error free 2 5 2 The warranty does not cover any media or documentation which has been subjected to damage or abuse by you 2 5 3 The software warranty does not cover any copy of the software which has been altered or changed in any way by you or others 2 5 4 Stewart Signs is not responsible for problems caused by changes in the operating characteristics of the computer hardware or operating system which are made after the delivery of the software Stewart Signs Page 2 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual 2 6 Any implied warranties including any w
26. th a window selected click Add Pixel Text E in the Display Items toolba r Caption Picnic in the ParkJuly 4th at NoonBring a Friend 6x8 C clSkyBlue v Zoom Type the message into the black box at the center of the window The Font Size and Color can be Ty l F dt h at Moor Bring Friend selected independently for each line Select an Entry Effect if you would like the text to transition on and off of the display The speed of Enty Effect NoEffect TES the effect can be controlled with the slider Stay Time 00 00 03 Background WB lack The Stay Time is the duration that the text will stay on the sign Stay times are always listed as _ Cancel hours minutes seconds and does not include the time used by the Entry Effect Add Pixel Text Window A Background color can also be selected for the text The default color is black The amount of text you can place on the display depends on the matrix size Displays 16 pixels high can fit up to two lines of text 24 pixels high can fit up to three lines of text Adding Text The Text display item allows you to use any font installed on your Windows operating system For TekStar signs it is recommended that this feature is only used for a single line of text With a window selected click Add Text in the a Display Items toolbar Canion Welcore Sec 1 chee Bz ule Type the message into the black box at the center of the Text window The ver
27. tical white line represents the right edge of the display Font Size and Color can be selected independently for each character Enty Effect Mo Effect 00 00 03 As with Pixel Text the Entry Effect Stay Time and shee Time Background color can also be specified Background W clblack Add Text Window Stewart Signs Page 13 Document revision 12 20 2012 Sign Command User Manual Scrolling Text A line of text can be scrolled from right to left across the display in a continuous motion After typing a line of text and selecting the font size and color change the Info Entry Effect to Scroll Text p en MS Sans Serif v 12 Wc Ra B Z U Z 4 line of text that will scroll across the display Adjust the Speed to a low setting It is recommended to use the lowest speed setting Adjust the Stay Time to 00 00 00 This will prevent the text from pausing during playback Entry Effect Scroll Te Stay Time Background E ciBlack Scrolling text should be used sparingly as it is inefficient at communicating Cancel large amounts of information Scrolling Text Settings Adding Images Images can be added to your TekStar display The following image file formats are compatible with Sign Command BMP JPG JPEG PNG TIF and TIFF i i l Image File With a window selected click Add Image in the Display Items toolbar n Caption child File Name C2 gnCommand child jpg
28. uired for each computer that will have Sign Command installed Repeat this registration process for each computer if installing in multiple locations Stewart Signs Document revision 12 20 2012 Page Sign Command User Manual Configuring the Display Before you can use Sign Command you must first configure your Device Configuration Ctrl D display in the settings Click Tools gt Device Configuration in the Options top file bar The Device Configuration a e Loa Machine Inter window will appear with the ee ace EL cc General tab in front Caption Hew Device General Hardwear with 12 HB penne 2 Enter the Width and the Height of your display matrix in pixels The matrix size can be found in your order information or by counting the groupings of LEDs on the display and will be one of the following 80 by 16 80 by 24 112 by 16 or 112 by 24 Device Configuration of display width and height in pixels The software can communicate with your sign in two ways e A USB drive can be used to physically move information from your computer to the sign All TekStar signs have an external USB plug for this purpose e A network connection can be used to communicate instantly with the sign This connection can be achieved with a network cable wireless network router or other equipment This method is optional and was determined at the time the sign was purchased or installed Sign Command will aut
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