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1. Choose this button after you have selected the settings for your Digitizer under the SetUp Digitizer button This tests your settings and displays a message if the reset is successful Tablet Size Choose this button to view the size of your digitizer tablet Firmware Version To view the type of Firmware your digitizer uses choose this option Diode Dump This option should be used with the assistance of QuickPen Technical Support Support uses the information produced by this test to assist you with certain problems 104 Installation Hardware Setup Orient Menu Click Orient Menu so AutoBid SheetMetal recognizes that the menu exists The Orient TouchMenu window displays Orient TouchMenu Follow the on screen instructions to complete the orientation of the TouchMenu Installation 105 Hardware Setup Test Menu Click Test Menu to verify that the TouchPen and TouchMenu are communicating properly The Test Menu window displays Test TouchMenu Cell x Menu Information Menu Type TouchMenu Menu description OP TouchMenu Menu file name ABSMOSIM DT4 Menu Cell Cell width 750 Height 500 Number of Rows 5 Columns 48 BY xxxxpyyy Cell NONE Set Menu Result displays when a valid item is touched on the TouchMenu The TouchMenu is used with the digitizer during TakeOff Using a TouchPen you touch cells on the TouchMenu and then points on the d
2. After your installation is complete we recommend you complete the procedures in the Getting Started section We have included an AutoBid SheetMetal JumpStart Guide which will walk you through creating a project processing a take off and running reports The intent of this guide is to familiarize you with how the application works We recommend that you review the AutoBid SheetMetal Master Settings online manual also which provides additional information on setting up AutoBid SheetMetal on how your company does business Installation ili Installation Chapter 1 Welcome in 9 We d like to hear from YOu u 9 Software Installation 11 Chapter 2 Overview and Requirements 13 Preliminary Installation Requirements 16 Verify TOP P osriila iaia 16 Quick Reference n 18 Chapter 3 Trimble Quick Link n 19 Installation Recommendations Requirements 19 Trimble Quick Link Video 21 Install Trimble Quick Link Hub 21 Hub Installation iui 22 Install Trimble Quick Link Management Studio 23 Chapter 4 Network Stand Alone Installation 25 Installation Options 26 Network Installation Reference 27 Preliminary Steps corri 29 Installation Information 30 Stand Alone Network Procedures 3
3. Getting Started window displays AutoBid SheetMetal Login D AutoBid SheetMetal Version Copyright 1996 Trimble Navigation Limited All rights reserved Login name jbidder Password poss I Save Password Complete the following fields Login name Enter the employee login in the Login name field Password Enter the Password required to access the AutoBid SheetMetal Installation 81 Getting Started OR Click in the AutoBid SheetMetal Global Data Administrator window The AutoBid SheetMetal Bid Administrator window displays AutoBid SheetMetal Bid Administrator CT2002 5 Police District No 1 Project Name Police District No 1 Project ID Countdown a Information on the AutoBid SheetMetal Bid Administrator is located in the online help system or other online manuals available in the software 82 Installation This chapter explains how to set up and connect the hardware required if you are using a digitizer with AutoBid SheetMetal This is the first step towards implementing your hardware This chapter explains how to do the following Configure your digitizer for AutoBid SheetMetal Mount the TouchMenu Connect the Smart Menu Connect the MobileMenu Set DIP Switches for older Type 5 controllers Solve hardware setup problems Before you begin you should know the following information Equipment location How AutoBid SheetMetal is being installed network or s
4. You must complete the procedures outlined in order to produce accurate and timely backups of your database Failure to complete these procedures may cause loss of data in your AutoBid SheetMetal database Backup and Restore Login L SN HNT You must have proper access rights to perform the backup and restore features To perform many of the Backup and Restore functions you are required to login to the database This feature provides additional security for database protection 1 Inthe AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer window choose Backup and the command you want to perform You will be required to login The following is an example of the Login for Backup window Other login 60 Installation Getting Started windows are similar in content and appearance Login for Backup X Login name Password Complete the following fields Login name Enter your login name or admin in the Login name field Password Enter the Password to access the window The default AutoBid SheetMetal password is included on the last page of this manual 2 Click OK The window associated with the command selected opens Installation 61 Getting Started 62 Client Requested Options Default backup options are set in the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer This procedure allows you to modify the default settings based on your company policy 1 In the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer window choose
5. Enter admin in the Login name field 1 f HINT BOJ Your Windows login name may display by default in the Login name field With your mouse highlight the entire field and type in the Login name specified in this step 70 Installation Getting Started Password Enter the Password to access AutoBid SheetMetal The password is provided in the back of this manual QuickPen recommends that you change this password immediately Instructions are included on subsequent pages 3 Ifyou wantto save the password for future sessions choose the Save Password checkbox This saves the password in the field so you do not have to re enter Click OK The AutoBid SheetMetal Global Data Administrator window displays AutoBid SheetMetal Global Data Administrator Construction Stds Oval x Go vOompany oettings it Deira frees X id SU Installation 71 Getting Started Change Initial Password The initial access password provided allows access to all areas of AutoBid SheetMetal To protect your data QuickPen suggests that you change this password immediately 1 In the AutoBid SheetMetal Global Data Administrator window choose Company Settings gt Employee List The Employees list window displays QuickPen International Employees Admin ADM Admin Admin in the Employee List will be highlighted 72 Installation Getting Started 2 Choose Edit gt Employee Security The Se
6. QuickPen recommends that you install the Hub on a computer that can be accessed by all Trimble or QuickPen software applications Only one installation of the Hub is required for all Trimble and QuickPen applications at each location If your company has multiple locations using Trimble and or QuickPen software applications you must install the Hub at each physical location If you are using the Trimble or QuickPen software as a Stand Alone with no access to a network you must install the Hub on that computer Installation 21 Trimble Quick Link Hub Installation 1 On the main AutoBid SheetMetal installation screen click Trimble Quick Link Installation under Go to Click Quick Link Hub The welcome screen displays Click Next The License Agreement displays on the screen Read the agreement Choose accept the terms of the license agreement Click Next HINT with the installation If you want a hard copy of the WY rai You must accept the terms of the agreement to proceed 22 agreements click Print In the Choose Destination Location screen click Next We recommend that you accept the default location In the Ready to Install the Program screen read the information provided When you are ready to begin the procedure click Install The procedure installs the required files and configures the service Please be patient as this process may take a few minutes Click Finish Open the
7. The Smart Menu and MobileMenu cannot be used at the gt same time In order to use the MobileMenu instead of the Smart Menu you must complete the process above and click the Use a MobileMenu option 4 Youare now ready to begin using the Smart Menu with your AutoBid SheetMetal software Digitizers AutoBid SheetMetal currently works with several GTCO digitizers e GTCO Super L Series e Roll Up digitizers e Drawing Board Series Attaching configuring and setting up each type of digitizer is covered on the following pages To configure to work with the Smart Menu by GTCO refer to Smart Menu by GTCO on page 89 CAUTION Attaching cables to computers controllers and ports should always be done when the computer or power strip surge protector is turned off When everything is properly cabled turn the computer or power strip surge protector on Installation 93 Hardware Setup USB Digitizers The instructions in this section detail how to connect digitizers using a straight USB connection If you are using a Digitizer with a Smart Menu refer to Connect USB Smart Menu With Digitizer on page 90 for instructions HINT MIU a If your digitizer has a serial cable or you are using a USB adapter refer to Serial Port Digitizers on page 95 for details on connecting these to your computer 1 Connect the USB and stylus cables to the digitizer 2 Connectthe digitizer USB cable to your computer e Do n
8. click Next 5 An informational screen displays You can click the Print button for future reference or read on screen Click Next The installation routine performs several steps including looking for previous versions of the driver 6 In the final screen click Finish An icon will now display in the System Tray 88 Installation Hardware Setup Smart Menu by GTCO The Smart Menu is a tool for estimators It simplifies functions and features making them quickly accessible in AutoBid SheetMetal This menu is small enough to fit inside your laptop carrying case e The Smart Menu you have may use a serial or USB connection e You can also use the Smart Menu with or without a digitizer This menu is available for purchase from QuickPen Please contact your QuickPen Sales Representative for more information Serial Connection Older Smart Menus use a serial port for connection to your computer You can connect it directly to your computer for use with On Screen View TakeOff or it can be connected to your digitizer The type of connection is dependant on how you will be using the menu in AutoBid SheetMetal Depending on how you will be using the Smart Menu connect it according to the documentation included with the menu After you have attached the Smart Menu you must activate it in AutoBid SheetMetal See Activate Smart Menu for instructions Connect USB Smart Menu No Digitizer The instructions included in this s
9. Backup gt Client Backup Options Login according to the instructions on page 60 The Set Options for Client Backup Requests window opens Set Options for Client Backup Requests x M Backup Type Single Archive overwrite the existing backup file in this directory File C ABSM Backups ABSM_Full_Backup qpb v Multiple Archive create a new backup file for each backup file names are auto generated Directory vl TT Check Database Integrity before the backup 3 Choose and complete data for one of the following options Single Archive The Single Archive radio button overwrites the previous backup file Choosing this option requires less attention to disk space maintenance However it does not preserve previous periodic backup files When you choose the Single Archive option you must also enter a location Drive and folder and file name in the File field The file name selected is the name of your single archive file each time a backup is created For example you might want to use ABSM Full Backup as the backup file name All backup files created will be called ABSM Full Backup QPB Installation Getting Started Multiple Archive The Multiple Archive radio button creates a separate file each time a back up is created This option preserves all previous backup files When you choose the Multiple Archive option you must also specify the Directory folder where you want the backups cr
10. accessible by all requiring access to Trimble and QuickPen software applications Trimble Quick Link Management Studio e The Quick Link Management Studio allows you to manage your licenses from one convenient location 14 Installation Installation Overview and Requirements QuickPen recommends that you install at least one copy of the Management Studio at each or your company s physical locations Limiting the number of Management Studio installations within your organization provides better license management and security 15 Overview and Requirements Preliminary Installation Requirements e You must have administrator privileges in order to install the software e It is your responsibility to install the required software and connect the hardware if necessary CAUTION While QuickPen Technical Support will assist you as much as possible we may not be able to assist you with some hardware configuration issues For assistance in such cases check with the vendor who supplied the equipment your local computer dealer the documentation for your hardware and or your company s IT professional Trimble Quick Link Video The installation DVD includes a video introducing Trimble Quick Link and how it improves licensing and communication for your QuickPen product We strongly recommend that you view this video before installing AutoBid SheetMetal Accessing the video is covered in the Trimble Quick Link chap
11. manuals are updated all the time If you print and bind the entire manual your copy will be obsolete the next time you receive a software update a QuickPen suggests that you follow the instructions included on the following pages to open the online manuals This will allow you to see how easy it is to use manuals online Installation Online Help Videos Manuals from the Start Menu To open the online manuals from the Start menu perform the following steps 1 Choose the Start and navigate to AutoBid SheetMetal gt Documentation 2 Click on the appropriate manual Manuals from the Help Menu To open the online manuals from the Help menu perform the following steps 1 In the AutoBid SheetMetal main window choose Help gt AutoBid SheetMetal Manuals 2 Click on the appropriate manual Manual Layout Online manuals are organized into specific topics The online manuals mirror the help file contents You can print a single topic from help or several topics from the manuals Find Information in the Manuals There are several methods to find information when using online manuals e Check the index for each manual The topic you want is probably there If you are unable to locate the topic try thinking of the topic a little differently For instance you might try looking for the word Deleting instead of the word Removing Installation 115 Online Help Videos e Scan the Table of Contents for each manual Look
12. on all computers requiring access to the database The Workstation installation instructions begin on page 39 Stand Alone Users Stand alone users need only install the software on the designated AutoBid SheetMetal computer Insert DVD HINT MU pa If you are installing immediately after viewing the Quick Link Video you can proceed directly to Stand Alone Network Procedures on page 33 Insert the Installation DVD into the appropriate drive of the computer designated as the AutoBid SheetMetal stand alone or server computer Wait a moment If the installation does not start a few seconds after you insert the installation DVD proceed as follows Installation 31 Network Stand Alone Installation e Double click on the My Computer icon e Locate the drive containing the AutoBid SheetMetal Installation DVD Click on it to display the contents of the DVD e Double click AutoRun exe to open the AutoBid SheetMetal main installation screen 32 Installation Network Stand Alone Installation Stand Alone Network Procedures To install AutoBid SheetMetal proceed with the following instructions 1 HINT do You must have the TCP IP Address and TCP IP Port for the Quick Link Hub If you have not yet installed the Trimble Quick Link software you must do so before you can install AutoBid SheetMetal In the Installer area click AutoBid SheetMetal QuickPen has built in several validations to ensure T
13. on your windows system tray as follows Pe 4 Bid Administrator Global Data Administrator PRO E 1 44PM CAUTION Do not close the DataServer or you will not be able to open the AutoBid SheetMetal application 56 Installation Getting Started e When minimized the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer icon displays in the Windows System Tray To open the DataServer window double click on either the desktop icon or the icon in the system tray e If you want to close the QuickPen DataServer choose File gt Exit Remember you cannot access the AutoBid SheetMetal database unless the DataServer is running DataServer Application Settings Before you start using AutoBid SheetMetal it is necessary to define values and perform application setup commands in the DataServer application Complete the following procedures to complete this setup 1 If the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer is minimized maximize it by double clicking on the Sig in the system tray OR If the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer is closed double click on the DataServer icon on your desktop OR Choose the Start menu on your Windows taskbar Choose Programs gt AutoBid SheetMetal gt DataServer Installation 57 Getting Started Depending on your Windows settings you may see the QuickPen DataServer Login window QuickPen DataServer Login Data Source Login Name dba Password TCP IP Port 5280 csc 2 Ifthe QuickP
14. the AutoBid SheetMetal Installation DVD Click on it to display the contents of the DVD e Double click AutoRun exe to open the AutoBid SheetMetal main installation screen L Vey Hint Depending on your computer settings the file extension exe may not display 20 Installation Trimble Quick Link Trimble Quick Link Video The installation DVD includes a video introducing Trimble Quick Link features that improve licensing and communication for your QuickPen product We strongly recommend that you view this video before installing any software In the main AutoBid SheetMetal installation screen go to Videos and then click Quick Link Video Intro This video provides you with information about the Trimble Quick Link software application QuickPen recommends that you view this video prior to beginning the installation process When viewing is complete you must maximize the main installation screen by clicking on your Taskbar Start LL AutoBid SheetMetal on your Taskbar Install Trimble Quick Link Hub The Trimble Quick Link Hub provides communication with the Trimble QuickPen licensing server Using the Quick Link Hub typically requires internet access to allow proper communication with the license server If you do not have access to the internet you must install the Quick Link Hub and then contact Trimble QuickPen Technical Support for further instructions Note You must have access to e mail
15. to the MobileMenu This menu is a legacy model and no longer available It has been replaced by the Smart Menu However we are providing these instructions for those who already have a MobileMenu CAUTION The MobileMenu does not require TabletWorks however if you are using a USB Digitizer also it is required Connect the MobileMenu Connect the MobileMenu according to the instructions included when you purchased the menu Note Always plug in the power cable last This helps the software recognize signals from the controller to the computer If connected properly the MobileMenu light will flash four 4 times If you do not see the flashing light turn the MobileMenu off and check your connections once again HINT touch the digitizer pen to the digitizer to get the signals L YN _ If you have trouble getting the MobileMenu to work 108 working Activate MobileMenu After you have attached the Smart Menu to your computer you must activate it 1 Open AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities using one of the following methods Installation Hardware Setup 2 Click Utilities on your Windows Desktop OR Go to the Windows Start menu and navigate to AutoBid SheetMetal gt Utilities The AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities window opens 2 Go to Tools gt Set Use Digitizer Menu Options The Use Digitizer Options window opens 3 Click the Use a MobileMenu radio button and then click OK HINT WY x Z The Mo
16. 3 Chapter 5 Workstation Installation 39 Preliminary SUC Ss c ca 40 Aser DVD sli 41 Workstation Procedures 41 Chapter 6 Adobe Reader 47 Adobe Reader Information 47 Download Install Adobe Reader 48 Getting Started 49 Installation v Table of Contents Chapter 7 Getting Started sari sirena 51 Trimble Quick Link Configuration 52 Open AutoBid SheetMetal 53 AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer 54 DataServer Application Settings 57 Backup Parameters usi 60 Backup and Restore Login 60 Client Requested Options 62 Scheduled Database Backups 64 Open AutoBid SheetMetal 69 Global Data Administrator 70 Change Initial Password 72 Create Administrator 74 Security and ACCESS 77 AutoBid SheetMetal Bid Administrator 80 Chapter 8 Hardware Setup 83 USB Adapter antro alleati lella 84 GTCO Tabletworks sian aan 85 Smart Menu by GT CO 2 ccseiisecescce ete 89 Activate Smart Menu 91 Digiizefs arnie 93 USB Digitizers elle ec nite get cee 94 Serial Port Digitiz
17. AutoBid SheetMetal s extensive library of instructional videos provides step by step directions for common tasks Please review these videos QuickPen on the Web Check the Web for Updates Select Help on the main menu and then select one What s New in this release of these two highlighted options Video Library Bid Administrator Manuals Important note This release introduces major ABUL SUCCES nee ets changes to the Systems Screen If you are upgrading from a previous version of AutoBid please review the detailed video tutorial Select Help on the main menu and then select What s New in this release Reporis This reminder will be shown once a day 4 more times Click anywhere to close this screen Note This screen may display several times days when you first open the application A message displays at the bottom that lets you know how many more times it will display Installation 69 Getting Started Global Data Administrator 1 Double click on the Global Data Administrator icon on your Windows desktop OR Choose the Windows Start menu Choose Programs gt AutoBid SheetMetal gt Global Data Administrator 2 The AutoBid SheetMetal Login window displays xi Q AutoBid SheetMetal Version Copyright 1996 Trimble Navigation Limited All rights reserved Login name admin Password Save Password canes Complete the following fields Login name
18. Help Videos e The Video Library provides you with information on how to perform certain functions in the software e What s New videos provide you with information detailing how to use new features and commands available in update releases Before you can view the videos you must have either installed AutoBid SheetMetal or have the Installation DVD available See the Master Settings and System Maintenance online manual for detailed information Installation 117 Online Help Videos 118 Installation Index A administrator 74 AutoBid SheetMetal 74 Adobe Acrobat Reader install 48 advanced setup digitizer 102 AutoBid SheetMetal start 51 57 B backup network multiple archive 63 single archive 62 Bid Administrator open 80 start 80 C change initial password 72 COM Port 103 configure COM Port 103 digitizer 97 advanced setup tab 102 COM Port 100 continuous 100 on startup 101 options 101 Installation cxix points 100 reset 100 standard setup tab 100 type 100 connect D MobileMenu 108 DataServer network 57 password 59 start 54 default settings set to standard 103 digitizer COM Port 103 configure 97 configure advanced setup tab 102 configure COM Port 100 configure standard setup tab 100 on startup 101 options 101 reset 100 continuous 100 points 100 reset delay 103 set to standard 103 tablet 102 tablet height 102 tablet width 102 type 100 Installation G Global Dat
19. Incorporated website opens Locate the Download area on the home page Locate Adobe Reader Follow the on screen instructions Note the following 48 e If you have an older version of Adobe Reader you may receive a message indicating that the older version must be removed prior to installing the new version If you receive this message proceed with the removal process Once removal is complete go back to Step J and begin the installation again e If version 7 0 or above is installed and you do not want to install an updated version Click OK to exit the message window Choose Cancel to exit the Adobe Reader installation program Installation Getting Started Contents Getting Started Hardware Setup The Getting Started section provides information on initial AutoBid SheetMetal access as well as using the online manuals Installation 49 50 Installation When you complete the installation of your AutoBid SheetMetal software you are ready to create the preliminary settings to run the program This chapter provides you with instructions on what to do after the installation is complete including e Configuring Trimble Quick Link e DataServer information e Backup settings Before you proceed with the directions contained in this chapter make sure you have installed all required software as outlined in the Software Installation section of this manual Installation 51 Getting Started Trimble Qu
20. October 8 2004 the Wintab compliant drivers previously provided for our digitizer products are no longer available from GTCO CalComp A modified API similar to Wintab but with specific functionality removed from the driver including scaling and region definition is offered as an alternative GTCO CalComp Tablet Vorks Version 10 0 The scaling and region definition functions will have to migrate to the application itself if needed Please review your driver needs and requirements with the application software being used to determine if Tablet Works 10 0 is compatible In some cases software applications may have to be updated as well Continue on to Support Sections Select the brand name ofthe product you are interested in below If your product does not appear where you think it should please select GTCO CalComp below and look for it there GTCO CalComp CalComj Chile Surmagraphics GTCO CalComp Brand CalComp Brand GTCO Brand Summagraphics Brand Digitizers Digitizers amp Graphics Tablets Digitizers Graphics Tablets Digitizers amp Graphics Tablets amp Measuring Systems 4 On the next page click on Drivers amp Software Downloads 5 Select the first link on the next screen L HINT The actual name of the Product may change However the latest release of GTCO digitizer drivers will always be listed 5 first 6 Click on the file in the Download column Note This file name will 86 change fr
21. Quicken AutoBid SheetMetal Installation DIVISION OF TRIMBLE 1998 2012 Trimble Navigation Limited All rights reserved QuickPen is a trademark of Trimble Navigation Limited registered in the United States and or in other countries AutoBid SheetMetal and Trimble Quick Link are trademarks or registered trademarks of Trimble Navigation Limited All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners Published by Trimble Navigation Limited QuickPen Division 384 Inverness Parkway Suite 200 Englewood Colorado 80112 800 234 3758 The topics within this manual are subject to change without written notice Companies names and data used in any examples are fictitious Screenshots included in the help topics may not be exactly as in the software application This publication or parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form by any method for any purpose without the written consent of Trimble Navigation Limited Part Number ABSM8060 01 0912_ Installation September 28 2012 11 40 am ii Installation AutoBid SheetMetal Installation AutoBid SheetMetal is a powerful tool for making your bids faster more accurate and more informative This user manual assumes that you already understand Microsoft Windows operating systems If this is not the case QuickPen recommends that you take a workshop to start you off Beginning classes are available in most areas Ask your computer dealer for suggestions
22. Trimble Quick Link Hub to obtain the TCP IP Address and TCP IP Port for the computer where the software is installed You need Installation Trimble Quick Link this information when installing AutoBid SheetMetal Also you need this information when you install the Management Studio 5 Trimble Quick Link Hub Configuration B Refresh Stop B Restat 8Y Tools Active Connection TCP IP Address 10 529 250 TCP IP Port 31958 The Quick Link Hub is Running Install Trimble Quick Link Management Studio HINT WY ROJ QuickPen recommends that you limit the number of Management Studio installations within your organization Limiting the number of Management Studio installations within your organization provides better license management and security 1 Ifyouare installing the Management Studio on a different computer insert the DVD into the appropriate drive of that computer refer to page 20 for instructions Click Trimble Quick Link Installation under Go to OR If you are installing it on the same computer click Quick Link Management Studio The routine prepares the files for installation 2 The Welcome screen displays Click Next Installation 23 Trimble Quick Link 3 The License Agreement displays on the screen Read the agreement Choose accept the terms of the license agreement Click Next HINT WY A You must accept the terms of the agreement to proceed
23. Works Control Panel 90 Double click on the Tablet Works icon S Verify that TabletWorks recognizes the Smart Menu and if applicable the Digitizer Note You might need to click Refresh List in order for TabletWorks to recognize the configuration Ensure that no red X displays over the TabletWorks icon Installation Hardware Setup 3 Verify the following e If not already selected click the Mouse checkbox e Make sure the TabCon checkbox is cleared 4 Inthe Cursor Information pane click the Specify a Cursor and then select Stylus from the list After you have attached the Smart Menu you must activate it in AutoBid SheetMetal See Activate Smart Menu for instructions Activate Smart Menu After you have attached the Smart Menu to your computer you must activate it 1 Open AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities using one of the following methods Click Utiliti on your Windows Desktop OR Go to the Windows Start menu and navigate to AutoBid SheetMetal gt Utilities Installation 91 Hardware Setup The AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities window opens AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities Version Current User and Company are based on licensing information 2 Go to Tools gt Set Use Digitizer Menu Options The Use Digitizer Options window opens Use Digitizer Options ESSA lt lt 92 Installation Hardware Setup 3 Click the Use Smart Menu radio button and then click OK HINT WY x
24. a Administrator open 70 start 70 H hardware setup 83 109 hyperlinks 116 I installation network 25 45 overview 13 requirements 13 stand alone 25 38 workstation 39 45 L layout of manuals 115 login DataServer network 57 login name 79 M manuals hyperlinks 116 information included 115 layout of 115 online 113 116 titles 115 MobileMenu 108 connecting 108 Installation cxxi multiple archive network 63 N network 25 45 backup multiple archive 63 single archive 62 port 59 O online manuals 113 116 hyperlinks 116 opening 115 page layout 116 P page layout online manuals 116 password AutoBid SheetMetal 54 change initial 72 DataServer 59 password access 79 port network 59 R reset digitizer 100 continuous 100 points 100 reset delay 103 cxxii Installation S security access 77 administrator 74 general access pane 80 login name 79 options 80 password 79 set to standard 103 setting digitizer tablet 102 reset delay 103 set to standard 103 tablet height 102 tablet width 102 single archive network 62 stand alone 25 38 standard setup COM Port 100 digitizer 100 start AutoBid SheetMetal 51 57 Bid Administrator 80 DataServer 54 Global Data Administrator 70 stand alone 38 45 startup digitizer 101 T tablet height 102 tablet width 102 TCP IP 16 TouchMenu 107 Installation cxxiii options 104 reset 104 test 106 type digitizer 100 W workstation installation 39 45 cxx
25. a of your digitizer and not the total size of the board 102 Installation Hardware Setup COM Port Settings Do not change this setting from the default Reset Delay __Seconds Enter the delay from the reset operation to when the digitizer is activated Set to Standard Click on the Set to Standard button to return all settings to the defaults 5 Click OK when you are done 6 You will be prompted to reset the digitizer after clicking OK Click Yes in this dialog OR In the QuickPen Digitizer Diagnostics window choose Reset Digitizer The results of the test are displayed in the Test Results pane Installation 103 Hardware Setup Other Digitizer TouchMenu Options The QuickPen Digitizer Diagnostic window includes additional options that from time to time may prove helpful when using your digitizer QuickPen Digitizer Diagnostics Rev 5 Test Results Close Digtizer Reset n Digter k Yk e Tabletsie Fimware o NotTested As you choose many of the buttons the fields on the screen become populated with data based on your choices Tablet Size Software Digitizer Configuration Results of diode dump __Fimware Version Version Digitizer Command Type GTCO Diode Dump Coordinate format GTCO Binary gt Mode Points __TestMenu__ Menu ComPort 1 Dren Menu Menu Baud Rate 9600 Parity None Data Bit 8 Stop Bit 100 Test Mobile Smat Mobile Smart Setup Digitizer Reset Digitizer
26. al disk This copies the video library to the hard drive of the computer where you are installing AutoBid SheetMetal Keep in mind that the video files are large and require adequate disk space for viewing Once the videos have been viewed you can easily delete them when no longer needed Refer to Video Presentations on page 116 for additional information 44 Installation Workstation Installation Don t copy the video files to the local disk When you select this option you cannot view the videos from within AutoBid SheetMetal They can be viewed from the Installation DVD Click Next 12 A recap of your selections displays in the Start Copying Files screen If you are satisfied with the data displayed click Next The installation begins 13 Choose Finish to complete the installation Trimble Quick Link Configuration If the Trimble Quick Link Management Studio is installed on the workstation refer to the Trimble Quick Link Configuration on page 52 for configuration procedures Start AutoBid SheetMetal The AutoBid SheetMetal installation is complete Refer to Open AutoBid SheetMetal on page 53 for instructions on starting AutoBid SheetMetal Installation 45 Workstation Installation 46 Installation AutoBid SheetMetal includes online manuals in a portable document format PDF Direct access Hyperlinks throughout the manuals give you easy access to various topics You can also print all or part of a
27. bileMenu and Smart Menu cannot be used at the 7 same time In order to use the Smart Menu instead of the MobileMenu you must complete the process above and click the Use Smart Menu option You are now ready to begin using the MobileMenu with your AutoBid SheetMetal software Installation 109 Hardware Setup 110 Installation Help Resources Contents Online Help Videos The Help Resources section provides information on help and online documents available in AutoBid SheetMetal Installation 111 112 Installation Obtaining information is important when you are working in any software package AutoBid SheetMetal provides online documentation and videos that can be accessed from directly within the software This chapter explains the organization and content of the documentation Directions are also included on accessing the documentation Installation 113 Online Help Videos 114 Online Manuals You can access all manuals online from the Help menu in the software The manual can be viewed on the screen This allows you to take advantage of the hyperlinks Hyperlinks are displayed on your screen in blue italics Clicking on hyperlinks will take you directly to that information Manuals are automatically installed with your AutoBid SheetMetal software If you do not have Adobe Reader installed you must install it now See Online Help Videos on page 113 for instructions If you want professionally
28. bound hard copies see the Permission to Print document in the online help file Contents Index Search AutoBid SheetMetal E Qg Bid Administrator Overview 2 Bid Administrator Flowchart Navigation a Security Information 2 Bid Management E Q Help System Information 2 Permission to Print 2 Video Presentations Trimble Quick Link Projects Specification Schedules E AutoBid SheetMetal Help Ses amp Ai lei Hide Back Home Print Options Online Manuals Online manuals are provided for the Bid Administrator You can access the manuals online from the Help menu in the software or from the Windows Start menu You can then view any manual on screen This allows you to take advantage of the hyperlinks If you prefer to have a hard copy of the manual you can print the manual either on your own printer or we have provided you with a Permission to Print documents to take to your local printing company The manuals are automatically installed with your software It is much faster and easier to electronically search for a subject in either online manuals or online Help than it is to read through a hard copy manual Another advantage is that you can print only the part of the online manual in which you are interested Click on the Permission to Print topic This document contains all the information a printer needs to professionally produce printed and bound manuals Keep in mind that the
29. curity Options window for the user Admin displays Security Options for Admin Admin Wi Gan Use AutoBid Sheetivetal M Access all jobs BA Check out a license Can unlock copying specs Can add change Master assemblies Can access Global Data a Click in the Password field Enter the new password for the Admin user b Be sure to make note of the new password 3 Click OK Close the Employees window by clicking in the upper right corner of the window 4 After you have modified the default password QuickPen recommends that you close both the AutoBid SheetMetal Global Data Administrator Installation 73 Getting Started program and the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer This is a safeguard and allows the DataServer to recognize the new password N L do HINT Gg You must use the new password to access AutoBid SheetMetal when you reopen the application Create Administrator QuickPen recommends that at least one AutoBid SheetMetal administrator be added at this time You can add more if necessary This is the primary person s responsible for maintaining the AutoBid SheetMetal database To add an employee administrator to the AutoBid SheetMetal database proceed as directed below 74 Installation Getting Started 1 Inthe AutoBid SheetMetal Global Data Administrator main window choose Company Seitings gt Employee List The Employees window displays QuickPen Internati
30. des the option of creating regularly scheduled backups which occur daily at the time you specify This option protects your data with no required action on your part Other options can be scheduled at the same time scheduled backups are performed Scheduled backups are not automatically saved from day to day Each backup performed overwrites the backup from the previous day Contact your System Administrator for information on how your company wide system backups are handled 1 HINT lt do S The AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer must be running to produce a scheduled backup If the DataServer is closed a 5 backup will not be created Parameters for daily backups may have been set during the installation process If these were not set or you want to modify these parameters complete the following steps 1 In the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer window choose Backup gt Scheduled Backup Options 64 Installation Getting Started 2 Login according to the instructions on page 60 The Scheduled Backup window opens Scheduled Backup x IV Perform a daily scheduled backup of the database Options Location BE SM Backups ABSMFUlIBackup ABSMDailyBackup X Backup the database daily at fi 2 00 00 4M Truncate the database log file every week on Saturday Check database integrity every week on Saturday Checking the database integrity is a good indicator that the backed up database could be successfully
31. e information in the User pane HINT SIL x lfyou are running AutoBid SheetMetal on a network or over the Internet it is recommended that you use login names and passwords Requiring employee login names protects your system from unauthorized access 78 Installation Getting Started Login name Enter a user name the employee will use to log into AutoBid SheetMetal If you are using AutoBid SheetMetal on a network the Login name should be the same one used to login in to the network Password Enter the password the employee administrator will use when logging into the system This can be the same password used when logging into the network computer However you can set up unique passwords to log into AutoBid SheetMetal The employee administrator must know the password you create Without this information they will be unable to access AutoBid SheetMetal 3 In the License Seat Options pane click the radio button that best applies for how the employee will be using AutoBid SheetMetal Installation Always try to get an Enterprise seat first The Enterprise license is required for using a digitizer or editing functionality in On Screen View and Graphical View TakeOff If an Enterprise license is available TakeOff will always look to it first Keep in mind that if you have a limited number of Enterprise seats this setting may disallow the use of a digitizer and full On Screen View Graphical View TakeOff functionali
32. eated The file name is generated automatically by AutoBid SheetMetal in the following format YYYY MM DD HHMM SS QPB For example a backup file created on October 28 2006 at 11 15 25AM will be called 2006 10 28 1115 25 QPB Because a separate file is created each time maintenance is required to avoid disk space problems If not done so already you should develop a policy for retaining older backup files of your AutoBid SheetMetal system 4 If desired click the Check Database Integrity before the backup checkbox Checking the database integrity locates errors and broken links and automatically corrects them Note This feature does not look at data in individual projects 5 Click OK 6 When you are done working in the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer click on the E in the upper right corner OR If you want to close the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer choose File gt Exit HINT Vy do Clicking X in the DataServer window minimizes the window To close the DataServer you must use the menu command Installation 63 Getting Started The defaults are now set and will be used for future client requested backups You have the option of overwriting these defaults when you perform backups from the Autobid SheetMetal DataServer However backups performed while in the Global Data Administrator are created based on the settings selected in Client Backup Options Scheduled Database Backups AutoBid SheetMetal inclu
33. ection provide information on connecting a Smart Menu to your computer without a digitizer 1 The Smart Menu should not be connected to any device during the installation Make sure it is disconnected unplugged from your computer 2 Review the connection instructions that accompanied your Smart Menu Attach the Smart Menu to a USB port on your computer 4 Refer to JabletWorks Control Panel on page 95 and then Activate Smart Menu on page 91 for instructions on configuring AutoBid SheetMetal to use the Smart Menu Installation 89 Hardware Setup Connect USB Smart Menu With Digitizer 1 The Smart Menu should not be connected to any device during the installation Make sure it is disconnected unplugged from your computer and digitizer You must also complete the following prior to completing the installation routine e Power off your digitizer e Disconnect the power supply from the digitizer Connect the Smart Menu to the digitizer using the phone jack to phone jack cable Connect the power supply to the digitizer and power it on With the TouchPen press the Reset button on the digitizer and then CAD Note These buttons are located toward the top center of your digitizer OR If the Reset and CAD buttons are not available on your digitizer press S 09 Connect the Smart Menu USB cable to an available USB port on your computer See the Smart Menu Installation diagram included with your hardware Tablet
34. ed and saved on a network location or other media for example DVD RW DVD to ensure the data is not entirely lost in emergency situations DataServer AutoBid SheetMetal requires installation of DataServer software The DataServer software is automatically installed when you install AutoBid SheetMetal either as a network or stand alone installation The AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer manages all database information Installation 13 Overview and Requirements Trimble Quick Link L N HINT QuickPen recommends that you install Trimble Quick Link before installing AutoBid SheetMetal The Trimble Quick Link software utility allows you to easily manage licenses for your QuickPen and Trimble products AutoBid SheetMetal requires Trimble Quick Link for licensing and communication purposes The software will not run without the Quick Link product The Trimble Quick Link software has two modules available QuickPen Recommendations e Install Trimble Quick Link You must install Trimble Quick Link before you install the AutoBid SheetMetal application Trimble Quick Link Hub The Hub serves as the central communication link between AutoBid SheetMetal and Quick Link Central licensing server located in QuickPen s corporate offices The Quick Link Hub must be installed before you can install AutoBid SheetMetal HINT QuickPen recommends that the Trimble Quick Link Hub be installed in a central location
35. em backup begins Because the DataServer must remain open for a scheduled backup none of the AutoBid SheetMetal files will be included in your server backup The scheduled backup file will be included if you are creating the file on your network server provided it is completed See your System Administrator for more information Click on the ellipsis button and select the time you want the scheduled backup created OR This data can be entered in the follow format HH MM SS AM or HH MM SS PM You might want to choose a time when no one is working in AutoBid SheetMetal While the backup will still be created it will slow processing for other users working in the application Installation 67 Getting Started Truncate the database log file every week on Choose an option from the picklist The AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer saves all information in the database log file After extensive use of the database the size of this file may become unmanageable The truncate feature will reduce the size of the file on a weekly basis CAUTION The database log file is included in all full backups QuickPen recommends that you truncate the database logs on a weekly basis only if you have performed periodic full backups Check the database integrity every week on If desired choose the appropriate interval in the Check Database Integrity before the backup picklist Checking the database integrity locates errors and broken links and a
36. en DataServer Login displays complete or verify the following information Data Source The choice from the picklist depends upon the type of installation you performed Typical or Custom Typical If you performed a typical installation choose the appropriate Data Source from the picklist This might display as follows QP_SM_ ComputerName _DSN Custom If you performed a typical installation you must choose the name you gave the server during the setup procedure Login Name Enter dba if not displayed as a default 1 In most cases the DataServer will start automatically with no need for login 58 Installation Getting Started Password Enter the Password to access the DataServer For security purposes the password displays as on the screen The default password is included at the end of this manual Port to Open Enter a value in this field if you want to use a different Port Number other than the default The Port Number you use is at your discretion Click OK The AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer window displays mE AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer QP_SM CPT DSN x File Backup Logging Tools Help User computer Name GP Login Name Activity 10 50487 5200 a Installation 59 Getting Started Backup Parameters With any software package periodic backups of your data should be performed This provides you with a safeguard against data loss in your AutoBid SheetMetal system CAUTION
37. ers eeen 95 Final Digitizer Steps 96 Other Digitizer TouchMenu Options 104 Fo hMen eainiie alia 107 Mount TouchMenu 107 MobileMenu siciviitAstasis atta ea 108 Connect the MobileMenu 108 Activate MobileMenu 108 Help Resources 111 Chapter 9 Online Help Videos i 113 Online Manuals 114 vi Installation Table of Contents Manuals from the Start Menu 115 Manuals from the Help Menu 115 Find Information in the Manuals 115 Help SYSICMN iaia 116 Video Presentations 116 Index CXxix Installation vii Table of Contents viii Installation We d like to hear from you Please e mail comments ideas and suggestions for improving future manuals by one of the methods below e E mail Pubs quickpen com e Mail QuickPen International 384 Inverness Parkway Suite 200 Englewood Colorado 80112 Attn Publications Department e Fax 303 799 6547 Attn Publications Department Your comments help us continue to provide accurate and easy to understand reference manuals for use with the QuickPen suite of products Installation 9 Welcome 10 Installation Software Installation Contents Overview and Requirements Trimble Quick Link Network Stand Alone Installation Wor
38. for the topic you need The contents are logically arranged for proper use of AutoBid SheetMetal HINT or topic Click on the item in the Table of Contents or Index and the online manual automatically moves to the page for SIL LO Tables of Contents and Indexes are linked to each chapter that topic When you open the manual the Adobe Reader window displays e The Navigation Pane is located on the left side of the window The Navigation Pane displays section chapter and topic information e Use the Hand Tool to click on a topic and the page moves to that topic in the manual e Use the Find tool to search for keywords in the online manuals e The online manual contains blue references hyperlinks Clicking on a hyperlink will immediately take you to the page or topic referenced Using hyperlinks allows you to navigate quickly through the manuals to find specific information Help System 116 Accessing online help can be done from the AutoBid Mechanical main window or the AutoBid SheetMetal TakeOff window You can also press the F1 key in most windows to take you immediately to the help topic Video Presentations AutoBid SheetMetal includes video presentations that explain certain features and functions of the application You have the option of installing the videos to your hard drive or viewing them from the Installation DVD ROM Two types of videos are included with AutoBid SheetMetal Installation Online
39. ge 23 for more information on this module Installation Recommendations Requirements To ensure proper operation of Trimble Quick Link after installation follow the steps below Before you install any new or updated software take the following action e Close down all Microsoft Windows based applications on the server including e mail software e Itis recommended that the Trimble Quick Link Hub be installed in a central location accessible by all who require access to QuickPen and Trimble products Installation 19 Trimble Quick Link e In network environments the DataServer is installed in a central location on a server and workstations connect to it Bid Administrator and Global Data Administrator e Ina stand alone installation the DataServer Bid Administrator and or the Global Data Administrator are installed on the same computer HINT WY x e For Windows Server 2008 and Server 2008 R2 ensure the ess NET Framework Features have been enabled and all NET updates have been performed Contact your IT professional if you need assistance with this process Insert DVD Insert the AutoBid SheetMetal Installation DVD into the appropriate drive of the computer where you want to install the Trimble Quick Link Hub Wait a moment If the installation does not start a few seconds after you insert the installation DVD proceed as follows e Double click on the My Computer icon e Locate the drive containing
40. hoose the appropriate COM Port your digitizer will use You may need to cycle through the list to locate the port set up for your computer On reset Coniroller sets Digitizer Mode to These settings depend upon what type of digitizer you are using Choose one of the following options Points Choose this option if your digitizer is one of the following e Super L series digitizers with the EST WIN setting e Roll up digitizers using S04 setting Continuous Choose this option if your digitizer is one of the following e Existing Super LII digitizers with the SELECT CAD setting e Older 5 and 5a controllers where you physically change the DIP Switches Installation Installation Hardware Setup On program startup Click Do a full digitizer reset recommended Additional options are available for selection however to make sure your digitizer is working properly every time QuickPen recommends that you select this option Options Choose one of the following options After Reset Force Controller Beep On After Reset Force Controller Beep Off e Don t Set Controller Beep After Reset 101 Hardware Setup Advanced Setup tab Configure Digitizer Controller Digitizer Tablet Choose Inches or Millimeters depending on which units you use Tablet Width Enter the Tablet Width of your digitizer Tablet Height Enter the Tablet Height of your digitizer L SI HINT The above options pertain to the active are
41. ick Link Configuration Before you can use the Trimble Quick Link Management Studio it must be configured to communicate with the Hub The Quick Link Management Studio requires a login name and password This provides security for other sensitive information and your product licenses Trimble Quick Link includes defaults that allow you initial access to the database You can add users passwords under Tools gt Quick Link Employees See the Trimble Quick Link online help system for instructions 1 Open the Trimble Quick Link Management Studio using one of the following methods uick Link Click i Studio on your Desktop OR Go to the Windows Start menu and navigate to Trimble Quick Link Click on it and then click Management Studio L Vy Hint The Trimble Quick Link Hub must running before you can open the Trimble Quick Link Management Studio 2 Inthe Connect to the Trimble Quick Link Hub screen enter the following Login Name admin 52 Installation Getting Started Password admin HINT default login as soon as possible in order to protect your SLY W We recommend that you change the password for the data Make note of the new password If you want to save the password for future use click the Remember Password checkbox Review the information presented on this screen and then enter the IP Address for the Trimble Quick Link Hub CAUTION Do not change the Port number Changing the P
42. is option will place icons for all AutoBid SheetMetal modules on the desktop Note This option does not display if you are installing only the DataServer Click Next In the Enter TCP IP Port screen you can either accept the default or enter the Port number you want to use for the DataServer If you need assistance with the settings on this screen discuss with your System Administrator Click Next Scheduled backups of your AutoBid SheetMetal database can be set up at this time This allows you to backup your database on a daily basis at a time and location you specify QuickPen recommends that you set these parameters during the installation procedure in order to safeguard data entered in the system You can modify settings at a later time in the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer program window See the online manual Master Settings and System Maintenance manual or the DataServer online help system for more information a Click the Yes radio button if you want to set the options for Scheduled Backups Click Next Installation Network Stand Alone Installation b Enter the location drive letter and folder where you want the backups created You can also accept the AutoBid SheetMetal default Click Next c In the Scheduled Backup Time window click the checkbox next to the time you want the backup to begin N l 7 do HINT Gg See Scheduled Database Backups on page 64 or online help system for more details about schedu
43. iv Installation Quicken AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer Initial Password SQL AutoBid SheetMetal Initial Password Admin QuickPen recommends you change the initial password as soon as possible after installation Doing so will pre vent access to the database by unauthorized individuals Installation CXXV cxxvi Installation
44. kstation Installation Adobe Reader This Installation section covers installation and initial set up of AutoBid SheetMetal Instructions to download Adobe Reader if not already installed on your system are also included Installation 11 12 Installation nd Requirements AutoBid SheetMetal can be installed on a network or on a stand alone single user computer When installed on a network it runs in a client server environment This chapter provides you with an overview of the installation process as well as requirements for installation Network When you install the software on a network the database is contained in one location with access granted to various users at certain levels Network installation also provides a central location for database management maintenance and backups After installing on the designated servers you must install the software on each workstation needing access to the database Routine backups should be performed on a regular basis The installation provides an option to set up scheduled backups QuickPen recommends you use this feature to safeguard your important data Stand Alone Installing on a single user computer allows access to the database on only that computer It also provides a central location for the database but no access from workstation computers When AutoBid SheetMetal is installed on a stand alone computer routine backups of AutoBid SheetMetal should be perform
45. led backups Click Next 14 AutoBid SheetMetal includes video libraries demonstrating some of the features in the software Depending on the type of installation you are doing the Copy the video files to the local drive screen displays Choose one of the following options Copy the video files to the local disk Don t copy the video files to the local disk HINT WY x e QuickPen strongly recommends that you install the videos as they provide information on how the AutoBid SheetMetal application operates You can easily delete the videos when no longer needed 15 A recap of your selections displays in the Start Copying Files screen If you are satisfied with the data displayed click Next The installation routine places all required files Installation 37 Network Stand Alone Installation 16 An information message pertaining to Trimble Quick Link displays Read the message and then click OK Note If you have not yet installed Trimble Quick Link you should do so when the AutoBid SheetMetal installation is complete after step 15 below 17 When all files are installed click Finish to complete the installation Trimble Quick Link Configuration Refer to the Trimble Quick Link Configuration on page 52 of this manual to configure the Trimble Quick Link Management Studio If you have installed as a network you should complete this configuration prior to installing the workstations DataServer Settings Afte
46. n has provided an Installation Checklist document to step through some troubleshooting procedures in order to make sure your environment allows the proper required communication Continue Installation 3 The Welcome to the Installation Wizard for QuickPen AutoBid SheetMetal screen displays Click Next 4 The License Agreement displays on the screen Read the agreement Choose I accept the terms of the license agreement Click Next 42 Installation Workstation Installation 5 The Support License Agreement displays on the screen Read the agreement Choose I accept the terms of the support license agreement Click Next HINT WY A You must accept the terms of each agreement to proceed with the installation If you want to print the agreements before proceeding click on the Print button 6 The Access Control Options screen displays Choose one of the following options Access is allowed for anyone who uses this computer all users This allows anyone who logs into your computer regardless of login information to access the database They must however have proper security rights to access AutoBid SheetMetal Access is allowed only for me computer or user name displays This allows only the login that matches the computer or user name to access the database Click Next 7 Inthe Select Options screen choose AutoBid SheetMetal Workstation Click Next 8 The Choose AutoBid SheetMetal Destination Loca
47. n the digitizer The EST WIN button on the digitizer causes the digitizer and computer to communicate in the most efficient mode You will hear four beeps when you choose EST WIN e Ifyou have a digitizer that has SELECT CAD EST RESET on the top touch SELECT CAD e Ifyou have a digitizer with the S0123456789 button panel touch S04 This allows the digitizer to communicate with the software When you touch these options on your digitizer you will hear four beeps This indicates that proper configuration of the digitizer has been established If you experience problems contact QuickPen Technical Support for assistance CAUTION Do not choose Reset at the top of a 5 cell rigid digitizer unless directed to do so by QuickPen Technical Support Resetting the digitizer can cause operation and communication problems with AutoBid SheetMetal Installation Hardware Setup Test Digitizer 1 Open AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities once again 2 Choose General gt Test Digitizer Next to the WinTab Connection field you should now see the message Connection Successful 3 Touch your pen anywhere inside the active area of the digitizer The Test WinTab Connection window will display your coordinates and position on the board Click Close 4 Open TakeOff orient your TouchMenu and align the drawing You can then process a TakeOff For more information on these procedures see the TakeOff and Reports manual or the online help system Co
48. nd alone user you must install all components of AutoBid SheetMetal on the computer You will be given this option in the installation routine Installation Network Installation Reference Network Stand Alone Installation The table below offers information on network installation options Select the one that works best for your environment Type Advantages Disadvantages AutoBid SheetMetal e DataServer e You cannot operate DataServer functionality is the AutoBid Installation available SheetMetal client side e AutoBid SheetMetal programs at the program files Global DataServer TakeOff Data Administrator project mamtenancg and Bid table and library maintenance Administrator are not installed Therefore less disk space is required Global Data Administrator and Bid Administrator security is not required at the server level You can access the database only from workstations Installation 27 Network Stand Alone Installation Type Advantages Disadvantages AutoBid SheetMetal e DataServer e Requires additional Stand Alone functionality is disk space Installation on the available network server You can operate AutoBid SheetMetal programs at the DataServer computer TakeOff project maintenance table and library maintenance You can access database functions from the server as well as from the workstations where AutoBid SheetMetal is installed You may n
49. nfigure Digitizer Proceed with the following instructions to configure the digitizer to communicate with your AutoBid SheetMetal system HINT SLY i You generally need to set up the digitizer only one time Once the settings are selected they will remain in place until you manually change them Installation 97 Hardware Setup 1 From the Start menu navigate to AutoBid SheetMetal gt Utilities The AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities window displays AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities Version Current User and Company are based on licensing information 2 Choose Tools gt Digitizer Tests QuickPen Digitizer Diagnostics Rev 5 The current settings for the digitizer are displayed in the Software Digitizer Configuration pane 98 Installation Hardware Setup 3 Click Setup Digitizer The Configure Digitizer Controller window displays Configure Digitizer Controller HINT The Digitizer Setup options are preset to the defaults You do not need to modify these settings unless your computer system requires different settings Installation 99 Hardware Setup 100 4 Complete the following as needed Standard Setup tab Digitizer Type If you have more than one type of digitizer installed choose the digitizer you want to use from the list e For most digitizers the selection will be GTCO e For Drawing Board III select CalComp 9100 Attached to COM Port From the list c
50. ny AutoBid SheetMetal online manual HINT NL sa f Adobe Reader is already installed on the workstation it must be at least version 7 0 to open and view the AutoBid SheetMetal manuals on screen If you currently have Adobe Reader 7 0 or above installed on the workstation you can disregard this step Adobe Reader Information To verify that you have Adobe Reader Version 6 0 or greater installed on your computer do the following 1 Open Adobe Reader Choose Help gt About Adobe Reader 2 In the product information window verify that the version is 6 0 or greater e Ifitis no further action is necessary e If not you must install Adobe Reader Other Considerations e If you have installed AutoBid SheetMetal on a network with workstations you must install Adobe Reader on each workstation e Ifyou have installed AutoBid SheetMetal on a stand alone computer Adobe Reader must be installed on this computer Installation 47 Adobe Reader Download Install Adobe Reader To install a free copy of Adobe Reader follow the instructions below Adobe Reader is not installed on your system 1 Insert the AutoBid SheetMetal Installation DVD into the appropriate drive of the stand alone or workstation computer Wait a moment The AutoBid SheetMetal installation window displays On the main AutoBid SheetMetal installation screen proceed as follows Under Go to click Adobe Reader Download The Adobe Systems
51. o Trimble Quick Link on page 19 for more information You must install AutoBid SheetMetal on the stand alone computer or the computer designated as the server network installations Network Users If you are a network user the computer o n which you install AutoBid SheetMetal designates that machine as the server which may not be what you intended to do Before beginning the installation you must also know the computer location for example the IP Address or server name HINT MIU gt QuickPen recommends that the Trimble Quick Link Hub be installed in a central location accessible by all who need AutoBid SheetMetal licensing When you install AutoBid SheetMetal on a network server you have two options Install the DataServer only OR Install a Stand Alone version on the server 30 Installation Network Stand Alone Installation Refer to the Network Installation Reference table on page 27 for information on the advantages disadvantages for each of these installation types A L HINT 7 The network installation must first be performed on the computer designated as the network server or database server This does not have to be the same computer already designated as your current network server Workstation computers must be able to connect to this computer After you have completed the installation on the network server you must install the AutoBid SheetMetal workstation program
52. om time to time as GTCO posts recent updates Installation 7 Installation Hardware Setup In the File Download Security Warning screen click Save Navigate to the location where you want to save the file Save As 2 x Save in e Desktop z ORE le L My Documents E My Computer My Recent My Network Places Documents 9a Bid Administrator E F FullShot 9 49 Global Data Administrator ESSE 136 Microsoft Office Excel 2003 sf mat My Documents Pr My Computer e Minas File name fwa 0 9 24 exe z Places Save as type Application z Cancel Make note of where you saved the file 87 Hardware Setup Install Drivers When the download is complete proceed as follows 1 Navigate to the location of the downloaded driver file Double click on it Open File Security Warning x Do you want to run this file Name Tw 10 05 0005 exe Publisher GTCO CalComp Inc Type Application From C Documents and Settings cynthiac My Documents an oa IV Always ask before opening this file potentially harm your computer Only run software from publishers Y While files from the Internet can be useful this file type can you trust What s the risk 2 Click Run The routine will go through several screens Click the Next button on each In the License Agreement screen click Yes 4 Inthe GTCO CalComp TabletWorks screen accept all defaults and then
53. ome to the Installation Wizard for QuickPen AutoBid SheetMetal screen displays Click Next 5 The License Agreement displays on the screen Read the agreement Choose I accept the terms of the license agreement Click Next 6 The Support License Agreement displays on the screen Read the agreement Choose I accept the terms of the support license agreement Click Next Om HINT You must accept the terms of each agreement to proceed with the installation If you want to print the agreements before proceeding click the Print button 7 The Access Control Options screen displays Choose one of the following options 34 Installation Network Stand Alone Installation Access is allowed for anyone who uses this computer all users This allows anyone who logs into your computer regardless of login information to open the software application They must however have proper security rights to use AutoBid SheetMetal Access is allowed only for me computer or user name displays This allows only the login that matches the computer or user name to open the software application Click Next 8 In the Select QuickPen AutoBid SheetMetal Options screen choose one of the following options AutoBid SheetMetal Stand Alone includes both DataServer and Workstation The Stand Alone option provides full access to AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer Global Data Administrator and Bid Administrator on the installation computer If thi
54. onal Employees 2 Click on the toolbar OR Installation 75 Getting Started Choose Edit gt Add Employees The Add Employee window displays Add Employee 3 Complete the following information First Name Enter the employees first name Last Name Enter the employee s last name Initials Enter the employee s initials Employee ID Enter the identification of the employee Click Add 4 Click Close 76 Installation Getting Started Security and Access After you have added the employee administrator to the database you must set access to the appropriate rights CAUTION The employee administrator may be unintentionally locked out of AutoBid SheetMetal if access settings are not done properly Please be very careful when entering and choosing the options in the Security Options window 1 Inthe Employees window highlight the employee administrator you created in the Employee List Choose Edit gt Employee Security OR Installation 77 Getting Started Click on the toolbar The Security Options window for that employee displays Security Options for Admin Admin x M User OK Login name Admin Password Admin Cancel M License Seat Options dip EY Always try to get an Enterprise seat first 4 Nest C Always try to get a PM seat first ni Set All options on The selected Employee record is framed 2 Complete th
55. ort number will cause connectivity conflicts to the Hub based on firewall settings It is highly recommended that the default Port number is used Contact your system administrator for more information Click OK The Quick Start Wizard opens This wizard guides you through setting up the Management Studio for proper licensing and communication Refer to the Trimble Quick Link online help system for instructions on completing the wizard Open AutoBid SheetMetal Accessing AutoBid SheetMetal is the same for network and stand alone installations Verify that the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer is open and running either minimized or maximized on the network server or on the stand alone computer before proceeding Verify that the Trimble Quick Link Hub is running Installation 53 Getting Started QuickPen provides you with an initial user name and password to access the database for the first time The initial user name and password allows access to all areas of AutoBid SheetMetal The initial password is included at the end of this manual We strongly suggest that you immediately change this password to one of your choice Be sure to make note of the new password QuickPen also suggests that you create at least one employee in AutoBid SheetMetal This employee should be assigned full rights to access AutoBid SheetMetal A ip HINT The AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer must be running on the computer designated as the server to acti
56. ot be able to access the database if all available licenses are in use 28 Installation Network Stand Alone Installation Preliminary Steps Before you install the software take the following action Close down all Microsoft Windows based applications on the server including e mail software Common Installation Commands During the installation process you will see the following in many of the screens e To proceed with the installation and advance to the next window click Next e Ifyou want to return to the previous page choose Back e Finish completes the installation e Ifyou want to stop the installation click Cancel You will be asked to confirm the cancellation Choose Yes if this was your intent If you pressed the Cancel button in error choose No and the installation will continue Quick Link Hub IP Address Before you can install AutoBid SheetMetal the installation routine must validate installation and communication of the Quick Link Hub You must have this information available to proceed 2 Trimble Quick Link Hub Configuration B Refresh Stop B Restat oS Tools Active Connection TCP IP Address 10 52 9 250 TCP IP Port 31958 The Quick Link Hub is Running Installation 29 Network Stand Alone Installation Installation Information CAUTION If you have not already done so you must install Trimble Quick Link before installing AutoBid SheetMetal Refer t
57. ot connect the power supply cable if available The digitizer draws power from the USB connection CAUTION Connecting the power supply with a USB will cause a power surge to the digitizer This may result in serious damage and loss of use e If you are using a laptop computer you may have to try different USB ports to find one that has sufficient power to run the digitizer You may find that the ports on the back are generally better than the ports on the side Setup USB Digitizer 1 Open AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities and choose Tools gt Digitizer Tests 2 Inthe QuickPen Digitizer Diagnostics window click on the Setup Digitizer button 3 Inthe Configure Digitizer Controller window proceed as follows 94 Installation Hardware Setup a Click the General tab b Choose the Use WinTab drivers Tablet Works radio button c Click OK 4 A message displays for you to make sure your digitizer is connected properly Click OK and then close AutoBid SheetMetal Utilities 5 Close all programs on your computer and restart your machine 6 When the computer restarts you may notice a Found New Hardware message near your System Tray The TabletWorks Control Panel icon displays in the System Tray TabletWorks Control Panel 1 Double click on the TabletWorks icon 2 Inthe TabletWorks Control Panel window clear the Mouse checkbox This enables you to use the TouchPen stylus with your digitizer instead of the mouse Alth
58. ough the mouse feature is available using both the mouse and TouchPen may cause conflicts 3 Click Apply and then OK Serial Port Digitizers 1 Turn your computer off 2 Connect the digitizer to your computer according to the directions included with your board Additional Steps 1 Turn the digitizer power switch to the On position 2 Turn your computer back on Your system recognizes the new hardware and updates accordingly Note Nothing displays on screen during this process Depending on the type of TouchPen you have it may have a red light near the top end This is called a proximity light To determine if the TouchPen and digitizer are communicating hold the TouchPen above and perpendicular to Installation 95 Hardware Setup 96 the active area of digitizer Move the TouchPen toward the digitizer until the proximity light comes on This will normally occur when it is within an inch of the digitizer If the light does not come on check all connections including the power supply You must now configure your digitizer and stylus TouchPen to work with your AutoBid SheetMetal software Refer to Configure Digitizer on page 97 for instructions Final Digitizer Steps Before you can use the digitizer with the software there are some final steps that you must complete Because your digitizer will only have one of these options choose the one appropriate to the type you are using e Touch the EST WIN button o
59. r Types of Network Installation see Installation Options on page 26 Network e See Network Installation Reference on page 27 Client Workstation See Workstation Installation on page 39 Stand Alone See Network Stand Alone Installation on page 23 New Hardware Controller Digitizer TouchMenu Smart Menu by GTCO and the MobileMenu See Hardware Setup on page 83 Adobe Reader Importing DOS Sheet Metal data into AutoBid SheetMetal See Adobe Reader on page 47 See the Import from DOS manual Installation The Trimble Quick Link software utility allows you to easily manage licenses for your QuickPen and Trimble products AutoBid SheetMetal requires Trimble Quick Link for licensing and communication purposes The software will not run without the Quick Link product Trimble Quick Link has two modules available e Quick Link Hub This module is required for communicating with Quick Link Central licensing server See Install Trimble Quick Link Hub on page 21 for more details on the hub You must install at least one hub at your physical location e Quick Link Management Studio The Quick Link Management Studio allows you to manage your licenses You can install it on one or multiple workstations QuickPen recommends that you limit the number of management studio installed at your location See Install Trimble Quick Link Management Studio on pa
60. r installation is complete you can define additional values and run commands to setup DataServer parameters See DataServer Application Settings on page 57 for information and instructions Workstation If you installed AutoBid SheetMetal on a network you must install the application on each workstation requiring access to the AutoBid SheetMetal database This access is required in order to run the software See Workstation Installation on page 39 for instructions Start AutoBid SheetMetal When the AutoBid SheetMetal installation is complete refer to Open AutoBid SheetMetal on page 53 for instructions on starting AutoBid SheetMetal from the computer designated as the database server or on a stand alone machine 38 Installation stallation AutoBid SheetMetal must be installed at each individual workstation requiring access to the database This step activates the software on each workstation allowing it to communicate with the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer Before you begin workstation installations please complete the installation of AutoBid SheetMetal on the designated server computer Installation 39 Workstation Installation Preliminary Steps 40 Before you install the software take the following actions Close down all Microsoft Windows based applications on the workstation computer including e mail software Quick Link Hub IP Address Before you can install AutoBid SheetMetal the ins
61. rawing The information is entered into AutoBid SheetMetal The TouchMenu is shipped with your digitizer Cells on the TouchMenu TouchBoxes are named for the various functions they perform 106 Items to take off drawings such as pipe fittings or equipment Commands to process TakeOff data such as printing or saving Toggles to change settings such as turning on and off the automatic calculation of insulation on items Installation Hardware Setup TouchMenu Other TouchMenu functions include a numeric keypad and arrows that allow you to move the cursor throughout TakeOff Cells with similar functions are grouped together Mount TouchMenu Before you can use the TouchMenu it must be properly mounted on the digitizer Complete the following procedures to mount the TouchMenu 1 Attach the TouchMenu holder frame so it is in the digitizer s active area You can use double sided tape to help you position the frame properly 2 Place the TouchMenu inside the holder The graphic below illustrates proper positioning Active area on the digitizer 5 5 TouchMenu You must now configure the digitizer to work with AutoBid SheetMetal Proceed to the Configure Digitizer on page 97 for instructions Installation 107 Hardware Setup MobileMenu The MobileMenu is a legacy portable menu for use with or without a digitizer This menu is user definable You can add items assemblies or functions
62. restored While the checking of integrity extends the time required for backup QuickPen strongly recommends that this be done at least once a week cars 3 Select the Perform a daily scheduled backup of the database checkbox 4 Complete the following information in the Options pane Location Enter the Location Drive letter folder and file name where you want the scheduled backup created If this is not the first time you have set scheduled backup parameters you can select Default Backup Location from the list if desired This will create the backup under the AutoBid SheetMetal folder for example C ABSM Backups ABSMDailyBackup OR Click E to browse to the location of your choice Installation 65 Getting Started 66 The Select scheduled backup up file displays Save in ABSMBackups z ex FE Fe My Recent Documents Desktop My Computer gt a MILEY File name JoBSMDaiyBackup x cea ZA Places Save as type Quickpen Backup Files qpb x Browse to the desired backup location Enter the desired backup file name Choose Save QuickPen recommends that you select a location other than the hard drive where your AutoBid SheetMetal system is installed Installation Getting Started Backup the database daily HINT S z Network users Make sure you allow enough time for your daily backup to complete before your server syst
63. rimble Quick Link and AutoBid SheetMetal can communicate properly after installation Your Quick Link Hub must be validated before you can continue the installation In the Check Quick Link Installation dialog enter the following information Hub Address This is the TCP IP Address assigned to the Quick Link Hub Port This is the TCP IP Port assigned to the Quick Link Hub Note The default Port should always be 31958 Click Continue Install Validation Procedure When you click Continue Install the application validates the installation and communication with the Quick Link Hub e Ifthe installation communication is validated the installation routine will proceed Go to Step 3 below e Tf installation communication cannot be validated click Go Back and make sure you have entered the correct information Make any Installation 33 Network Stand Alone Installation necessary corrections and then click Continue Install again Go to step 3 below Om HINT If you have entered the correct information and the data cannot be validated you will need assistance from your IT professional QuickPen has provided an Installation Checklist document to step through some troubleshooting procedures in order to make sure your environment allows the proper required communication Continue Installation 3 The InstallShield Wizard prepares to install the software Please be patient This process may take a few minutes 4 The Welc
64. s HINT WY x Ae You must have the TCP IP Address and TCP IP Port for the Quick Link Hub If you have not yet installed the Trimble Quick Link software you must do so before you can install AutoBid SheetMetal 1 In the Installer area click AutoBid SheetMetal QuickPen has built in several validations to ensure Trimble Quick Link and AutoBid SheetMetal can communicate properly after installation Your Quick Link Hub must be validated before you can continue the installation 2 Inthe Check Quick Link Installation dialog enter the following information Hub Address This is the TCP IP Address assigned to the Quick Link Hub Installation 41 Workstation Installation Port This is the TCP IP Port assigned to the Quick Link Hub Note The default Port should always be 31958 Click Continue Install Validation Procedure When you click Continue Install the application validates the installation and communication with the Quick Link Hub e Ifthe installation communication is validated the installation routine will proceed Go to Step 3 below e Ifinstallation communication cannot be validated click Go Back and make sure you have entered the correct information Make any necessary corrections and then click Continue Install again Go to step 3 below HINT N 7 ae If you have entered the correct information and the data cannot be validated you will need assistance from your IT professional QuickPe
65. s is your designated server full access is available on this computer also e Stand Alone users must select this option e Network users You can choose this option depending on your preferences Refer to the information under Network Installation Reference on page 27 for installation options available AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer For Network users only You can access only the DataServer from the installation computer when you use this option The Global Data Administrator and the Bid Administrator can be accessed only from one or more workstations Click Next 9 The Choose AutoBid SheetMetal Destination Location screen displays QuickPen recommends that you install the software in the default location displayed on the screen Click Next Installation 35 Network Stand Alone Installation 36 10 11 12 13 The Choose ASA Database Server Destination Location screen displays QuickPen recommends that you install the software in the default location displayed on the screen Click Next The Select Other Options screen displays Depending on your preferences choose or clear the checkboxes on this screen Start the DataServer when Windows starts This selection automatically opens the DataServer when you login to the computer Place an icon onto the desktop for the DataServer program Choosing this option allows easy access to the DataServer Place icons onto the desktop for the Workstation programs Th
66. tallation routine must validate installation and communication of the Quick Link Hub You must have this information available to proceed 2 Trimble Quick Link Hub Configuration B Refresh Stop i Restat 87 Tools Active Connection TCP IP Address 10 52 9 250 TCP IP Port 31958 The Quick Link Hub is Running DataServer IP Address During the Workstation installation you must enter the TCP IP address and Port number to access the computer where the DataServer is installed This information can be found e In the lower left corner of the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer window TCP IP Address Port Number e You can also refer to Verify TCP IP on page 16 for instructions on how to obtain this information at the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer computer Installation Workstation Installation Make sure you have this information available before you begin the installation process Insert DVD Insert the AutoBid SheetMetal Installation DVD into the appropriate drive of the computer designated as the workstation computer Wait a moment If the installation does not start a few seconds after you insert the installation DVD proceed as follows e Double click on the My Computer icon e Locate the drive containing the AutoBid SheetMetal Installation DVD Click on it to display the contents of the DVD e Double click AutoRun exe to open the AutoBid SheetMetal main Workstation Procedure
67. tand alone Installation 83 Hardware Setup USB Adapter 84 If your computer comes with USB Ports but does not have Serial Ports Legacy Ports available for use with the digitizer you must use a USB Serial Adapter USB Port Serial Port The USB Serial Adapter connects to the USB port on your computer You may then connect your digitizer to the Serial Port located on the back of the USB Serial Adapter e To install the USB Serial Adapter on your computer follow the instructions that accompany the unit e Once connected to your computer refer to the GTCO Tabletworks on page 85 for additional instructions Installation Hardware Setup GTCO Tabletworks If you are using a Smart Menu by GTCO or Digitizer that uses a USB connection you must download Tabletworks software from the GTCO website and install it on your computer in order to use this hardware This software is required on all workstations using a USB Smart Menu or Digitizer N 7 do HINT Gg Downloading this software is recommended prior to attaching any hardware to your computer 1 Open your web browser and go to www gtco com The main page opens 2 Click on Technical Support gt Large Format Digitizers Installation 85 Hardware Setup 3 In the next screen click on GTCO CalComp Digitizing amp Measurement Products Technical Support gt Support Notice Developers Corner Technical Support Important Notice As of
68. ter Verify TCP IP CAUTION AutoBid SheetMetal and Trimble Quick Link require TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol Verify that it is installed on your system prior to installing the software The following instructions explain how to verify that TCP IP is installed on your computer 1 From Windows Start menu navigate to Run 2 Inthe Run window type CMD Click OK 16 Installation Overview and Requirements A window similar to the illustration below displays ex C WINDOWS system32 cmd exe BEE Microsoft Windows XP Version 5 1 26001 lt C gt Copyright 1985 2001 Microsoft Corp C Documents and Settings gt ipconf ig 3 Atthe prompt type IPCONFIG Press Enter If you have TCP IP installed the IP Address for your machine will display HINT WY yy If the IP Address does not display or you get an error So message contact your company s IT professional for information AutoBid SheetMetal and Trimble Quick Link require TCP IP on your computer s To close the window type EXIT at the prompt and press Enter on your keyboard Installation Overview and Requirements Quick Reference Locate the installation information you need using the following information table Procedure Installation Quick Reference Installation Options Install Trimble See Trimble Quick Link on page 19 Quick Link Network e See Network Stand Alone Installation on page 25 e Fo
69. tion screen displays QuickPen recommends that you install the software in the default location displayed on the screen Click Next 9 The Select Other Options screen displays Click Place icons onto the desktop for the Workstation programs This option places the Global Data Administrator and the Bid Administrator icons on the desktop Click Next 10 The TCP IP Internet Protocol Address connects the workstation to the computer where the DataServer is installed The Port identifies how to Installation 43 Workstation Installation access the DataServer software on the network computer In the Enter TCP IP and Port screen enter the following information TCP IP This is the address of the DataServer If you do not have this information refer to DataServer IP Address on page 40 for instructions If you need additional assistance contact your System Administrator CAUTION This field defaults to the Stand Alone IP address To provide connectivity to the DataServer you must enter the appropriate IP address for the server Port Enter the Port number you will use to access the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer If you need assistance with this setting see your System Administrator Click Next 11 AutoBid SheetMetal includes a video library demonstrating the new features included in the current release In the Copy the video files to local drive screen choose one of the following options Copy the video files to the loc
70. ty Always try to get a PM seat first If you do not have a digitizer attached to your computer and do no editing in On Screen View or Graphical TakeOff this setting should be selected 79 Getting Started 4 Choose the appropriate checkboxes in the General Access Options pane Can set security Choose this checkbox to allow the employee administrator to set security in AutoBid SheetMetal The administrator must be able to grant or remove access rights from additional employees entered in the employee list QuickPen recommends that you allow very limited access to this function or security could be severely compromised Can backup database The administrator must have rights to backup the AutoBid SheetMetal database Choose this checkbox to allow the selected employee administrator to process database backups from AutoBid SheetMetal Global Data Administrator N 7 do HINT Gg The employee administrator must be allowed to perform all options in the Security Options window Additional information about security options see the Introduction manual and or the online help system AutoBid SheetMetal Bid Administrator To access the AutoBid SheetMetal Bid Administrator proceed as follows 1 Double click on the AutoBid SheetMetal Bid Administrator icon on your Windows desktop OR Choose the Windows Start menu Choose Programs gt AutoBid SheetMetal gt Bid Administrator The AutoBid SheetMetal Login 80 Installation
71. u are installing on a stand alone computer complete the procedures on the following pages To ensure that your AutoBid SheetMetal application is installed properly please follow the instructions as outlined in this chapter Installation 25 Network Stand Alone Installation Installation Options 26 The AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer manages information in the AutoBid SheetMetal database N G HINT Gg QuickPen recommends that you install the DataServer to a physical drive rather than a mapped one Because the data is transferred via TCP IP you do not need direct access to the files on the server Note A shared directory is not required When a shared directory is created and AutoBid SheetMetal is installed to this folder licensing issues problems will result Your System Administrator can assist you with any questions Network Installation When you install AutoBid SheetMetal as a network user the DataServer must be installed on a computer designated as the server All AutoBid SheetMetal workstations then connect to the DataServer computer You have the option to install both the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer and AutoBid SheetMetal programs on the designated network server however installing the AutoBid SheetMetal program files on the network server is not required See the following Reference table for information on the different installation options available Stand Alone Installation When you install as a sta
72. utomatically corrects them Note This feature does not look at individual projects CAUTION QuickPen recommends that you check database integrity on a regular basis Keep in mind that the integrity check may take several hours depending on the size of your database It is advisable to only perform this function during a time when no one will be using AutoBid SheetMetal 5 Click OK The backup will be created at the time you specify Be sure to leave the AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer open or the backup cannot be created 68 Installation Getting Started Open AutoBid SheetMetal Before the Global Data Administrator or Bid Administrator can be opened the DataServer must be open and running e If you are using the application on a stand alone computer the DataServer automatically opens when you start either module e If you are using the application on a network make sure the DataServer is open and running on the computer designated as the server The first time you open the Global Data Administrator or the Bid Administrator you may receive two message screens e AutoBid SheetMetal includes videos that detail features and enhancements included in the software See Video Presentations on page 116 for more information On line Videos xj Bid Administrator LHS 17 Lakewood High School File Project Data TakeOff amp Reports Worksheets amp Final Estimate view Tools gels Bid Administrator Help Reminder
73. vate the AutoBid SheetMetal database You will receive an error message if the DataServer is not running AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer The AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer must be open to start using the database If you have installed the application on a network and e You attempt to open the database from a workstation AND e The DataServer not running 54 Installation Getting Started You will receive an error message similar to the following Error x Could not connect to Server at TCP IP IP Address Port 5280 Verify that the client is connected to the network the server is running and the server is running from the specihed port and address HINT S x lf you are running Autobid SheetMetal on a stand alone machine the DataServer will open automatically when you launch Global Data Administrator and or the Bid Administrator To start the DataServer proceed as follows 1 Double click on the DataServer icon on your desktop OR Choose the Start menu and then navigate to AutoBid SheetMetal gt DataServer Installation 55 Getting Started The AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer window opens mE AutoBid SheetMetal DataServer QP_SM CPT DSN File Backup Logging Tools Help ctivity Log Server Message Log Server Status User Computer Name QP Login Name Activity 10 50 4 87 5280 a8 2 Minimize the window by clicking El in the upper right corner of the window It will now appear
74. with the installation If you want a hard copy of the agreements click Print 4 Inthe Choose Destination Location screen click Next Note QuickPen recommends that you accept the default location 5 Inthe Ready to Install the Program screen read the information provided When you are ready to begin the procedure click Install 6 Click Finish Refer to the Getting Started section in this manual for information on configuring the Management Studio No action is required at this time Return to Main Page In order to install the AutoBid SheetMetal software click Back to Main screen and then refer to Network Stand Alone Installation chapter for instructions 24 Installation Alone Installation This chapter explains how to install AutoBid SheetMetal software for use on a network or a stand alone computer CAUTION If you have not already done so you must install Trimble Quick Link before installing AutoBid SheetMetal Refer to Trimble Quick Link on page 19 for more information Before you begin determine the environment in which AutoBid SheetMetal will be used Network If you will be using it on a network proceed with the instructions outlined on the following pages After you have completed the installation on the designated server computer you must also install the software on the workstations These procedures are covered in the Workstation Installation chapter Stand alone If yo

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