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1. uuu eee 39 F poet Ll uuu MM MED NL 40 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the SignWare Pro Digital Signage Solution Please read the instructions carefully before using SignWare Pro is a digital signage solution that creates new marketing and information sharing portals to reach target audiences with real time information SignWare Pro attracts audiences by displaying your message using vivid high quality video and animation replacing traditional signs and posters SignWare Pro uses your IP network to remotely manage control and broadcast your information to target audiences in specific locations across the globe Because it uses a closed network your information is safe and secure SignWare Pro is capable of playing back all industry standards such as Flash files Video MPG HTML QuickTime Power Point JPG s Java Applets and more SignWare Pro is the ultimate solution that provides both hardware and software for the display and management of your digital content It is highly cost effective and easy to use It is the perfect solution for both small scale and large scale projects Disclaimer Notice The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice SmartAVI makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for particular purpose SmartAVI will not be liable2. Smart Al SMART AUDIO VIDEO INNOVATION SignWare Pro User s Guide SignWare Pro v1 2 WWW Smartavi com Table of Contents OCU O nuan E A 3 Disclaimer E MERERI T m 4 WE SV PIC BO CR m 5 Limited Warranty Statement uuu R 6 Section 1 Setting up the SignWare Pro Server Software L MSC TEAS Startet 7 2 Installing SignWare Pro Server 8 3 Setting up the SignWare Pro Client r Lswdrar UR REDE EU 9 4 Navigating the SignWare Pro Client rr 10 5 Updating the SignWare Pro Client enne 12 Section 2 Using the SignWare Pro Server Software 6 Running SignWare Pro Server Software for the first time 13 FIR scies HP uu u u u E 14 RAN Cai re 15 Z T E 17 8 Creating and working with schedules Se ew ena sexe Sv 20 SL Slip s C L eitis E uu MUI EE ERE IM 23 9 Telp ate au aaa yaaa 24 Creeping Line sc u 31 LI Registration and Activati n ciant ed td e a broad eden t bh raus rcd RU kawa 38 SPECIE TIN 39 Sem er
3. SignWare Pro Creeping Line Editor enables you to create a scrolling marquis anywhere on your screen You can use RSS feeds text from a file or simply type text directly into the editor 1 Opening the Creeping Line Editor a From the SignWare Pro Server Manager select and click Creeping Line Editor Figure 10 1 Signware Manager Run Station Configuration Help Task Manager Connected managers User Manager Manager Station Mnagr SMAHT 348B8BEBBbB Administrator Creeping line editor Logs From Description 2011 07 08 11 45 44 156 Server Login user Station Manager SMART 3488BESBB 127 gt Task Manager Hide User Administrator logged in successfully we Figure 10 1 31 2 Tocreate and edit scrolling text select Options and click Creeping line options Figure 10 2 a Inthe General tab Creeping Line Property Sheet you are given several options Input text Type your text directly into the editor Figure 10 3 Use RSS Input the URL of the RSS feed of your choice Figure 10 4 Control the speed of your scrolling text Preview the text directly on your desktop Test text Creeping Line CreepingLine E Es gi File Edit Options View Help Creeping line options CErl E Run creeping line F5 Stop running creeping line Test text Creeping Line Creeping line options Figure 10 2 32 Creeping Line Property
4. for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated into another language without prior written consent from SmartAVI Inc Whats in the Box PART NO QTY DESCRIPTION AP SNWP 8GS 1 SignWarePro Client Figure A AP SNW SW 1 SignWare Pro Software Figure B PS5VD3A 1 5 Volt 3 Amp Power Supply Figure C Figure Figure B Limited Warranty Statement A Extent of Limited Warranty 1 SmartAVI Inc warrants to the end user customers that the SmartAVI product specified above will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the duration of 1 year which duration begins on the date of purchase by the customer Customer is responsible for maintaining proof of date of purchase 2 SmartAVI s limited warranty covers only those defects which arise as a result of normal use of the product and do not apply to any a Improper or inadequate maintenance or modifications b Operations outside product specifications c Mechanical abuse and exposure to severe conditions 3 If SmartAVI receives during Applicable warranty period a notice of defect SmartAVI Inc will at its discretion replace or repair the defective product If SmartAVI is unable to replace or repair the defective product covered by the SmartAVI warr
5. the Schedule Properties p Background Manager Task name Enter task name here Enable Back dd EO avdio nable Background documents below Background file path Task type Video m Video file Enter file path here Add e Browse C 03 480p mov Additional files Em IL Mute Background Manager Comment Enter a task comment here Delet elete zl Default task schedule properties Up Operation at end of task Duration 0 AS Run next task in schedule Down 0 0 0 until program ends Q Restart current task Stop task when duration period ends Oeni isi the iY then start next task in schedule L Save task schedule properties to all occurrences in schedules after save Stop previous Background Save Cancel Save Cancel Figure 10 10 Figure 10 11 37 11 Registration and Activation SignWare Pro software requires registration and activation for successful use of the SignWare Pro Manager software after 30 days To register go to Help and click Registration Figure 11 1 Next click the link that says Get key from WWW Figure 11 2 Next you want to fill out the form completely and make sure the Product at the top says SignWare Pro After you have completed the form click the Register Now button A new window will open this contains your activation code Copy the code
6. will open up the next task in the schedule upon completion iii Restart Current Task will cause the task to repeat itself Note You can override these configurations in the Schedule Properties menu Part 8 18 PZ Task Properties x Task name Enter task name here ask 0001 T ask type Video Video file Update fe R5232 Data Browse Schedule T C Additional files Mute Background Manager Comment Enter a task comment here ES Default task schedule properties Operation at end of task Duration c 0 Run next task in schedule 0 0 0 until program ends Restart current task Stop task when duration period ends j O walt for end of task period and then start next task in schedule Save task schedule properties to all occurences in schedules after save omen Figure 7 3 Creating Schedules A schedule is where you combine all of the different tasks that you ve created in step 8 and put them into one place From here you create the programming schedule You can select a variety of task to run at specific times run once or loop continuously If you use the template feature described in step 10 you will select which tasks will run in which window Schedules can be as complex or as simple as you like You can control hundreds of tasks to run at specific times or simply have one or two tasks set to loop continuously 19 8
7. 4 Adjust window text and transparency Figure 10 6 a In the Text Window and Transparency dialog box you are given several adjustment options i Background Color ii Window Border e Transparency e Transparent Color Creeping Line Property Sheet xj General Font Window amp Transparency Window Position amumunanamanananananananananananananananananananananananananan Transparent options Iv Make Creeping Line transparent MOTE Transparent color will be invisible a window Transparent color You can make it the same as background color disable resizing and there will be only a text without window 200 Transparent Factor 0 255 0 transparent 255 opaque transparent opaque Test text Creeping Preview Stop preview om Figure 10 6 34 5 Setthe position of your creeping text a The Window Position dialog lets you decide where you would like the scrolling text to appear on your screen i You have the option of either docking your window to the top or bottom of your screen Figure 10 7 Creeping Line Property Sheet General Font Window amp Transparency Window Position Docking window Top Hone Top Bottom order 0 e00 Absolute position 1024x768 j Top border pm Eattam border fo MOTE Fress Shift button to modify creeping line lightly Stop preview Preview Figure 10 7 Note You ca
8. Creating and working with schedules 1 In the Task Manager select Schedule and click New Schedule The Schedule Properties Dialog will appear Figure 8 1 2 Inthe General tab give your schedule a name optional 3 Begin populating the schedule with various tasks These tasks can be videos images web pages PowerPoint Presentations etc a Todo this you must use your mouse to highlight one of the tasks you created in the previous step Figure 8 2 b With the task highlighted click the arrow just to move the task into your schedule Figure 8 2 c The task within the schedule will run in order starting from the task at the top of the list You can arrange tasks by selecting them and using the up and down buttons d You also have the option of deleting the task from the schedule or clearing the schedule entirely File Schedule Task Group Configuration Creeping Line ce d ed er s ju ja Delete Tas De Schedule Hot Duplicate Ctrl U Sila hol key Hone Move task ba Group 2 Show hel key Hura Enter Airedale tasks 1 Aube Petree Oh Oren Dam FALSE FALSE gt User Administrator logged in successfully 2 4 Preview Figure 8 1 Figure 8 2 Once you have added your tasks to the schedule you are ready
9. D8B generated from your Serial key and PC hardware information Get key From www 7 day s remaining for trial period Save Changed Registration Information Activation key Product Registration Figure 11 2 1 IFBSECSBSZ6445E67 75068550 Get key From Www Product has been registered Save Changed Registration Information Figure 11 Specifications MEDIA SUPPORTED Media Supported Video Audio image Scrolling text RSS Audio Format MP3 scrolling Message Horizontal with Adjustable speed font and Ticker background color SOFTWARE MANAGER Windows based machine Win7 Winxp and Windows DIMENSIONS 86x 54x15 HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS CPU 100 MHz Low Power ARM1176JZ F Applications Processor NEN RN 39 Alphabetical Index Creating and working with schedules 22 Co pip Rid quito MT ETT 34 Disclaimer NOMIC Em 4 dijs e Po O O 16 Getting SESI Tet CN EMI M LEES MEUS 7 Installing SignWare Pro 8 WPI CAC O OR 3 Limited 6 Navigating the SignWare Pro Client 10 Registtauon and u 43 Running SignWare Pro Server Software for the first time esee 15 Serva uuu uuu u uu Tene tire nr Te
10. Sheet E E Creeping Line Property Sheet E x General Font Window amp Transparency Window Position Use RASS Text Test text Creeping Line Text Scrolling Options 1 Text scrolling 100 pixels second 100 pixels second pE slower faster WARNING The creeping line may become more slowly when transparent factor is less than 255 window is too big or system is busy with other processes Preview Stop preview General Font Window amp Transparency Window Position v Use RSS URL Type RSS URL Here M Text Scrolling Options Text scrolling 100 pixels second 100 pixels second slower faster WARNING The creeping line may become more slowly when transparent factor is less than 255 window is too big or system is busy with other processes Preview Stop preview Cancel Apply Cancel Apply Figure 10 3 Figure 10 4 3 Customizing fonts a Selectthe Font tab to adjust the size style and color of your font Figure 10 5 Creeping Line Property sheet x General Font Window amp Transparency Window Position FUE LLLA LE Font Font style SIZE 22 j mue Italic is Arial Black Calibri Bald Cambria Bold Italic Cambria Math Candara Comic Sans 5 Effects Strikeout Underline Color mm Black Script Western OF Cancel Apply Figure 10 5 33
11. SignWare Pro Server If you do not register within the thirty day window your SignWare Pro Server software will become disabled A registration window will open automatically If you wish to register at a later date simply select Help Registration For more help on registration refer to Part 13 of the manual 1 Double click on the SignWare Pro Server Setup executable Read the License Agreement then click I Agree 2 Enter in your name and organization and enter the unique serial number IN ALL CAPS provided to you Important When entering the serial number please make sure it is typed with ALL CAPS or registration will not give you a 30 day grace period Figure 2 1 3 The next window will be to choose components make sure SignWare Pro Server is checked Figure 2 2 4 Choosethe installation location you would like to install the SignWare Pro Server Click Next 5 Before the installation completes you will be asked to create a password for the Administrator account You must sign in as the Administrator for the first time you load the SignWare Pro Manager For more information on the User Manager go to Section 2 of the manual HA Signware v 0 2 Setup F El x I signware v 0 2 Setup oj Registration Information pe Choose Components PE Choose which Features of Signware v 0 2 you want to install Please enter registration information before installing Signware 0 2 Check the components vou wan
12. and selecting an image from your hard drive Figure 9 5 Template screen resolution S00 EDD Background image H sMedia Filesslmages S5mart svl O INNOVATION rri e 2 x 2 2 A 2 2 2 2 n 2 2 a 2 2 n 5 j 2 2 E 2 A n m f 2 2 2 n 2 d 0 m Cancel 1 m 9 Background ri ei ee nale T4424 ug Properties File name Smart amp v Bannerlmage Files of type Image files bmp ipa ipeg pnd Cancel Open as read only DIGITAL SIGNAGE VIDEO WALI 2 For Help press F1 It 453 v w 400 h 300 NUM 2 9 5 27 7 Once you are satisfied with your layout save the template file on your computer hard drive Figure 9 6 na Saati IT TN i i G 1 F 3 gt Template Document Figure 9 6 28 Now you are ready to assign views This is where you select which task will be displayed into the different regions you ve just created 8 From the Schedule Properties dialog double click on any of the tasks for this schedule This will bring up the Schedule Task Properties dialog Figure 9 7 I3 Client Configuration Properties General Day amp Time Client Filter View amp Schedule name Sj paene C C C C C C C Enabled sheduled task runs at specified time Schedule Hot Keys Start hat kep No
13. anty within a reasonable period of time SmartAVI shall refund the cost of the product 4 SmartAVI shall have no obligation to repair replace or refund unit until customer returns defective product to SmartAVI 5 Any replacement product could be new or like new provided that it has functionality at least equal to that of the product being replaced 6 SmartAVI limited warranty is valid in any country where the covered product is distributed by SmartAVl Section 1 Setting up the SignWare Pro Server Software 1 Getting Started This quick setup guide will instruct you on how to install and setup the SignWare Pro software onto your Server Host PC and how to setup the SignWare Pro client To ensure proper installation of the server software e Please make sure you are running Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2 or 3 Windows 2003 or Windows Vista e Make sure that you are logged in as the system administrator e Turn off the Windows firewall see Figure 1 1 for Windows XP You can alternately select SignWare Pro under the exceptions tab Figure 1 2 e f you do not wish to turn off your firewall please refer to Part 7 1 of the manual Windows Firewall I xj Windows Firewall General Exceptions Advanced General Exceptions Advanced i Windows Firewall is turned off Your computer is at risk of attacks and intrusions Your PL is not protected tum on Windows Firewall from outside sources such a
14. close the window and paste it in the Register Product window in the Activation key field Figure 11 3 Lastly click the button that says Save Changed Registration Information The Product Registration Status will say Product has been registered Figure 11 4 Click Ok to close the window Note Make sure you save your activation code in a safe place it will be needed for product upgrades TE sionware manager n gia Run Station Configuration Help Clients Help Connected managers Default geht Manager User name ias Station Mnar SMART 3488BE866 Administrator Logs Time From Description 2011 07 08 11 45 44 156 Server Login user Station Manager SMART 3488BE 866 127 gt Task Manager Hide User Administrator logged in successfully 2 Figure 11 1 Status Registration has passed successfully Activation code Lx ze byt GS TAE D Remember it Figure 11 3 Signware v 0 2 date 2011 07 01 N Applica Inc Copyright Applica Inc 2005 2011 Registration Information Registered to user Registered to organization Product serial key Computer authorization key Activation key Product Registration Status sianw are User to which product is registered 5 art AVI Organization to which product is registered PREN SIGN 1234 5678 9ABC This key is provided with software product This key is automatically 38046C8F061B7363DDCD748F
15. er Login user Station Manager SMART 3488BESBB 1 2 4 Task Manager Hide User Administrator logged in successfully Figure 7 1 Once you are in the Task Manager you can begin setting up your presentations Tasks are individual presentations such as movies PowerPoint presentations or Flash files in order to run a Task it must be placed into a schedule Schedules are used to schedule a Task or a series of Tasks to run together at a specific time and day 17 Setting up Tasks In the Task menu option you can create delete and view the properties of all the files you wish to run on SignWare Pro EZ signware Task Manager mi x File Schedule Task Group Configuration Creeping Line Mew Task Ins e Type Command Start folder New Massive of Tasks Ctrl h Delete Task Del Duplicate Mowe task bo Group Eroperties Enter User Administrator logged in successfully E Figure 7 2 To create a new task 1 Select Task and select New Task Figure 7 2 2 Select the type of file you are going to use Figure 7 3 3 Select the file located on your hard drive Once the task has been added you can configure the following properties a The duration of the task setting the duration to 0 0 0 will cause the program to run indefinitely b Operation on End of Task i Here you can set what will happen upon completion of the Task if it is included in a schedule Run Next Task
16. er the server name user name and password Server Player Name 7xB298Udv2shohnk User Ssignware user Password Server detection Find Local Server Find server using net Url User Password Audio Volume Resolution CEA 1920x1080 amp 60Hz ww Network settings Use DHCP IP Netmask Gateway Cancel Figure 4 2 2 Network Settings i DHCP e Check this box if you would like your SignWare Pro Client to receive an IP Address from your network e f you need to set a Static IP uncheck this box to manually set your IP Netmask 10 Gateway and DNS 3 Resolution Settings Figure 4 2 e Use the Tab key Figure 4 2 to tab to the Resolution drop down box and use the arrow keys to scroll through the different selections Press the OK button to select the resolution 4 SignWare Pro Server Settings Server e f your SignWare Pro Client is unable to find your Server on the network manually type in the IP Address of your Server ii User e This is the default username that is linked to your Server Please leave this setting as is iii Password e This is the default password that is linked to the User Please leave this setting as is 11 5 Updating the SignWare Pro Client In an effort to produce the best digital signage system on the market we will continue to make upgrades to our products To update to the newest version of the SignWare Pro client you will
17. ick Cancel you will be assigned default usernames and passwords Figure 6 2 1 To have different users log in always click on Configuration then Login server Click Save Password while logged in To log out uncheck Save Password Figure 6 2 2 Signware v 0 2 Setup Installing Please wait while Signware 0 2 is being installed Horde Sion Ming T ask Borner 5 MARS E 34ESIEE GEB Audrrerai hi ated veoh i n Administrator user name Enter administrator user 2 m Type the mane of che computer or choem s Administrator M computer from he dopire lick Password Enter user password here i Come 12700 Confirm password Reenter user password here lie Haa nm Logi T xm om 02 3 280 IF you click Cancel the default users set will be created se Wee u Back Next gt ins Rania woul Figure 6 2 1 Figure 6 2 2 15 After you log into the SignWare Pro manager you can create new users by clicking Run then clicking on User Manager Figure 6 2 3 To create a new user right click or click on User then New User The user properties window will open Here is where you enter in your new user information Figure 6 2 4 e User name The name of the new user Full name The real name of the
18. k to install and uncheck the components you don t wank to install Click Next to continue Full Name Signware Organization SmartE AVI Select components to install Signware Server Serial number 7 HTML Editor Kompozer 0 7 10 Fi Signware Managers and Previewer Instal product 7 7 7 7 77 For current user For All users Description Space required 93 5MB Position your mause over component bo see its description Back Cancel lt Next gt Cancel Figure 2 1 Figure 2 2 3 Setting up the SignWare Pro Client 1 Setting up the SignWare Pro Client a Connect the power supply cable to the SignWare Pro client and plug the cable into a grounded power outlet Figure 3 1 b Attach the HDMI from the monitor or display to the HDMI port on back of the client Connect the SignWare Pro client to a router using CAT5 cable If you will be using a wireless router please refer to your router s manual for additional information Turn on the display connected to the client The monitor should display the SignWare Pro splash screen Once the kernel has booted you will be brought to a black screen with a blue status bar at the bottom Figure 3 1 4 Navigating the SignWare Pro Client 1 Once you ve logged in connect the keyboard and press CTRL ALT 2 to open the SignWare Pro Configuration Panel Figure 4 1 General System Login settings Ent
19. lect the duration Then click Ok Figure 8 1 1 2 Select a schedule in the list then with the media icon drag and drop it into the blue box A Task Properties window will appear just like the normal Task Properties Browse for your media Click Save You can now add more schedules to your Super Schedule Figure 8 1 2 3 The Day amp Time tab has the same functionality as the one in the normal Schedule Part 9 4 The Client Filter tab will allow you to specify the clients that will download and run your Super Schedule 5 The View tab must always remain checked on View 1 Click Ok and your new Super Schedule will be shown in the Schedule list nort Tae LET oc ger Fr WW Setup Schaum Das 1 Tisa Cieza Fits Saba Schone Dan t T ma Cani am a ttn ne SUE cmo RR Figure 8 1 1 Figure 8 1 2 23 9 Template Creator The Template creator is powerful feature of SignWare Pro Templates allow users to create and assign regions This gives you the ability to run several tasks simultaneously on one screen The result is the integration of high resolution graphics with dynamic video and scrolling text messages and news feeds To create a template and assign tasks 1 Use your mouse to select the schedule you wish to use for your template 2 From the schedule menu select New Template Figure 9 1 3 Select the resolution of
20. n preview your changes anytime by clicking the Preview button 6 Save your changes a To accept your changes click the OK button on your Creeping Line Property Sheet b To save your work select File and click either Save or Save As from the section menu Figure 10 8 c Name your file and save on your hard drive 35 Test text t Creeping Line CreepingLine ORI Fare a AER a We a FUIT cdl s se n 2 Figure 10 8 The new Creeping Line Manager allows SignWare Pro users to add multiple Creeping Lines in Tasks rather than in a Schedule You can now add multi Creeping Lines into specific Tasks 36 To add Creeping Lines into a Task 1 Click on the Task Properties of the Task you want to add the Creeping Line into Click on the button that is labeled Background Manager Figure 10 10 3 Inthe Creeping Line Manager you can add existing Creeping Lines or create new ones To create a new one click on Edit To add existing Creeping Lines click on Add and browse for your file Figure 10 11 4 You can add more than one Creeping Line in each task To stop a previous Creeping Line in a different Task that is running in one Schedule click on Stop previous Background 5 Enable Background documents below must be checked for the Creeping Lines to play 6 You can change the Creeping Lines in Tasks that are already placed in Schedules by going to your Task properties via
21. ne 44 Setting up the SienWare Pro Client bri d v Ina ee a 9 SCC dle NIENTE 44 sd el TT 25 TSK VIG per uuu ert EEE N EEE UIDI E 19 Toi eO Ci RR RTT m 27 Updating the SignWare Pre Client uuu uu uuu 14 sor Vn PP u uuu a PIU EINER sae tens A rM DEM Ea Edu UD 17 VV VAG 5 Ite BOX arrin 5 40 Notes 41 Notes 42 Copyright 2011 Smart AVI All Rights Reserved NOTICE The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Smart AVI makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose Smart AVI will not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing performance or use of this material No part of this document may be photocopied reproduced or translated into another language without prior written consent from Smart AVI For more information visit www smartavi com Smiart Vi SMART AUDIO VIDEO INNOVATION SmartAVI Inc Twitter smartavi 11651 Vanowen St North Hollywood CA 91605 Tel 818 503 6200 Fax 818 503 6208 http www SmartAVI com WWW Smartavi com 43
22. ne Stop hat None Available tasks 51 129 Default Video 1 Video 2 Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 M Use Template Browse Export New Template E ERI Ed S heduled tasks for this schedule Duration AutoR estat 0h min sec Hide Image 2 hlmnllsec FALSE Hide Up Image 3 hl mnlsec FALSE Hide Properties Preview Cancel Apply Help Figure 9 7 29 9 Select the view from the dropdown menu you where you would like the task displayed Then click ok Figure 9 8 Client Configuration Properties EM X General Day amp Time Client Filter View Schedule name Li chedule 1 Enabled sheduled task runs at specified time Schedule Hot Keys Start hot key schedule task properties I X Stop hot key IN Operation on end of task Available tasks Run next task in schedule s Template Restart current task O Walt for end of task period and then start nest task in schedule Duration E E 0 0 0 until program ends Export Template Stop task after duration period ends Background Manager Sheduled tasks fo ee E Task name Image 1 Use View Hidden Image 2 Image 3 Delete Clear Properties me Eee Preview LE Cancel Apply Help Figure 9 8 30 10 Creeping Line Editor
23. need to do the following 1 Unpack the SignWare Pro update file onto your server 2 In Task manager create Update task and point to update img as the task data Figure 6 1 Important update inf should be placed in the same directory as flash img or the update will not work 3 In Task manager create a new schedule and add the update task you created in Step 2 Figure 6 2 4 Right Click the schedule and select Start to run the update After updating the SignWare Pro client will reboot automatically 6 You may need to reconfigure client settings again Pp IMPORTANT DO NOT TURN OFF OR UNPLUG THE CLIENT during this operation If you do so the SignWare Pro client will no longer operate and you will need contact customer support for a new system file Task Properties x x Task name Enter task name here General Day amp Time Client Fiter View ju pdate Task Schedule name Update Schedule s Enabled sheduled task runs at specified time Task type Update Schedule Hot Keys Update file Enter file path here Start hot key None E Look in L update e t E Available tasks E Default Use Template H update img Update Task ITGWSE Export New Template Y T Y __ Template Sheduled tasks for this schedule File name update Duration AutoRestart ViewlD ee OhOminOsec FALSE Files of t
24. od and then start next task in schedule then start next task in schedule Duration o Duration 0 Ea 0 0 0 until program ends 0 0 0 until program ends Stop task after duration period ends Stop task after duration period ends Background Manager Background Manager Use Y Use View Hidden Cancel Figure 8 3 Figure 8 4 21 5 Dayand Time Use the Day and Time tab to control when and for how long the schedule will play The Day and Time dialog controls the following a Schedule start type This feature selects how the schedule will operate Figure 8 5 b Runatuser logon This will start the schedule as soon as the user is logged on c Runonce Select a specific time and date for the schedule to run Figure 8 6 d Run periodically Set the time and date for your schedule to play This option allows you to alternately control a variety of schedules Client Configuration Properties i L x General Day amp Time Client Filter View General Day amp Time Client Filter View Schedule start type Schedule start type Run periodically Run once Run periodically Run on player start Sund Trigger Days of Months Schedule start date January Monday February Start date Thursday June 02 2011 Tuesday March Wednesday April EW June 2011 EX Thursday May Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu F
25. ption 2011 07 05 10 42 58 384 Server Task Manager Login user Station Manager SMART 9488BE 866 127 0 0 1 Administrator Hide User Administrator logged in successfully Figure 6 2 13 6 1 Firewall SignWare Pro uses the TCP IP suite to communicate between the server and client proper settings of your firewall and routers will be needed After the installation of SignWare Pro Manager and the initial start of the software you will be asked to by the windows firewall to unblock or keep blocking SignWare Pro Manager You want to make sure you unblock it The port used for communication is 13325 UDP and TCP This will be used when forwarding ports in your router when using SignWare Pro via WAN 14 6 2 User Manager Our user manager now allows SignWare Pro users to manage and control their own user database Windows logins are no longer required Each user created is allowed a set of permissions The user rights are described as followed e Administrator Full access to everything only user that is able to create and manage users e Task Manager Allowed to access and control the task manager and selectable clients assigned by the administrator e Station Manager allowed to access and control the station manager e Client used for the SignWare Pro clients to connect to the signage server only During the installation you will be asked to create the administrator password If you cl
26. ri Sat Friday June 23 30301 1 v Saturday v July M 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 3 Days of month Example 3 15 20 Last day of month Years Example 2000 2005 2007 Schedule start time Schedule begin end date Start time 32800 PM Additional Begin L Run after Power Failure Schedule duration Duration 9 E 95 0 0 no time limit C Loop schedule 0 Repeat schedule E very fo zx pu 4 11 00 PM 0 Run after Power Failure C Schedule duration Duration 5 5 0 0 0 time limit 0 Loop schedule C Repeat schedule Every a 5 31 2011 Start time Additional 3 46 19 PM 3 46 13 PM 5 31 2011 24 9 hy 3 45 13 PM minutes v minutes Y pr During Advanced During Advanced Preview OK Cancel Apply Help Preview Cancel Apply Help OK Figure 8 5 Figure 8 6 22 8 1 Super Schedules Super Schedules were designed to allow multiple schedules to run in one also allowing a drag and drop friendly user interface To use the Super Schedule open up the Task Manager and then click on Schedule then select New Super Schedule 1 In the Setup Schedule tab this is where you will setup your multiple schedules Click on Add In the window that opened you can name your schedule and se
27. s the Internet We recommend that you click the General tab and select On Windows Firewall helps protect your computer by preventing unauthorized users from gaining access to your computer through the Internet or a network C recommended This setting blocks all outside sources from connecting to this computer with the exception of those selected on the Exceptions tab Programs and Services Mame O File and Printer Sharing Network Diagnostics For Windows Remote Assistance Remote Desktop Don t allow exceptions signware Discovery Part Signware HTTP Port Select this when vou connect to public networks in less secure Signware Part locations such as airports eu will not be notified when Windows O UPnP Framework Firewall blacks programs Selections on the Exceptions tab will be ignored Avoid using this setting Turning off Windows Firewall may make this Add Program Add Part Edit Delete computer mare vulnerable to viruses and intruders v Display a notification when Windows Firewall blocks a program What else should know about Windows Firewall What are the risks of allowing exceptions Cancel Cancel Figure 1 1 Figure 1 2 2 Installing SignWare Pro Server SignWare Pro Server requires a unique serial number to be installed You will find your key on back of the SignWare Pro Server CD sleeve In addition you must complete the online registration for your copy of
28. to modify the tasks properties 20 Modifying Tasks within the Schedule 4 While in the Schedule Properties dialog double click the task you wish to modify from the Scheduled Tasks section This brings up the Schedule Task Properties dialog From here you are given several options Figure 8 3 a Operation on end of task i Run next task in schedule This option will run the next task that you ve added to the schedule once the task has ended ii Restart current task This will restart the current task once it has finished Use this selection to loop your task indefinitely iii Wait for end of task period and then start next task in schedule Use this Selection if you ve set a specific duration for the task b Duration Lets you configure how long you would like the task to be displayed on your screen Setting this to 0 0 0 will automatically stop the task once it has ended This is primarily used for video and flash movies c Use View If you are using templates this control lets you select which view to display your task Figure 8 4 d Click to save your settings More about templates in Part 10 Schedule task properties X schedule task properties x Operation an end of task m Operation on end of task sy Aun next task in schedule Run nest task in schedule Restart current task Restart current task O walt for end of task periad and O wall for end af task peri
29. user e Description The description of the user e Password The password for that user e User rights Select the rights you want this user to have TE signare user manager of BT EE x File User Configuration User name Enter user name here Ful Name Description User Mana Task Mana Use fl Administrator Default Presenter UserAd YES YES YES YES Ful Ent E let h W Manager Default Presenter Manager NO YES YES NO mobail Sie haat Client Default Presenter Client NO NO NO YES Default Presenter Client NO NO NO YES M Signware_user Default Signware Client NO NO NO YES Description Enter user description here Password Enter user password here Confirm password Reenter user password here Task Manager Managed Station Manager User Manager mul Cancel User Administrator logged in successfully 2 Figure 6 2 3 Figure 6 2 4 Click Save You will then see the new user in the list Figure 6 2 3 16 7 Task Manager The main feature of SignWare Pro is the Task Manager This is where you set up and manage all of your presentations To open the Task Manager e Select Run then click on the Task Manager Figure 7 1 Signware Manager Run Station Configuration Help Task Manager User Manager Creeping line editor Connected managers User name Station SMART S4e6BE 566 Administrator Logs From Description 2011 07 08 11 45 44 156 Serv
30. your client s display Figure 9 2 Ew In ation Properties E Conf iur ation Properties _ 2 xj General Day t Time Chet Fiter View General amp Time Csent Fiter View schedae 1 schede 1 El Enabled task suns at rpecifed time E Enabled 1Feduled task sunz at opecified tme Start hot key Hone Start bot key None Figure 9 1 Figure 9 2 24 4 To create your first region click on the Add View icon and drag your mouse across the white display editor Figure 9 3 Template Template Creator Ji nj x File Edit view Help a ue r New pen LI Save ag T cc EL jew L q Del View Background 05 Properties For Help press F1 400 300 k 0 y 0 w 400 h 300 NUM 2 9 3 25 5 You may continue adding deleting resizing and moving regions until you are satisfied Figure 9 4 Template Template Creator File Edit view Help 2 z z z n A z n z z n z z n z z n 4 z z z z n z n z z z z z z z n z z n n z E Froperties rPrPrrEPFPPPrr rrFFFRFFEFEFEFEPFEEEEE wam For Help press F1 400 300 x 0 y 0 w 400 h 300 Figure 9 4 26 6 You can also assign a background image to your layout by clicking the Properties icon
31. ype UPDATE files ina Cancel Lue OW Open as read only 2 Save task schedule properties to all occurences in schedules after save Save Cancel Figure 6 1 Figure 6 2 Properties Preview Cancel Apply Help 12 Section 2 Using the SignWare Pro Server Software 6 Running SignWare Pro Server Software for the first time start menu Double click on the SignWare Pro Server Station Manager icon either on your desktop or You will first be prompted with a Server Logon settings dialog box The default IP address is 127 0 0 1 In the user name and password fields use the new Administrator user and password you created in the installation process and click OK Figure 6 1 3 Once the SignWare Pro Server Station Manager is loaded You will see the following a Connected SignWare Pro clients b Loopback IP 127 0 0 1 C Server Logon settings E x Type the name of the computer or choose a computer fram the drop down list 127 0 0 1 User Administrator 00 Password Pee M Save Password Cancel Figure 6 1 Computer 33 signware Manager Run Station Configuration Help Clients Default Manager Your user name and password Click Save Password to stay logged in Figure 6 2 151 Connected managers User name a Signware Client Logs Time From Station Mngr SMART 9488BE866 Administrator Descri
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