Sharp PNSV01 Continuous operation of target PC, PC internal clock, Backups, Still images

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System operation precautions

•Scroll message content

Displaying scroll messages requires a great deal of CPU processing power. When using scroll messages, programs should be tested by actually displaying them before operation.

·Making the background color transparent will increase the load.

·Scroll messages with a larger display area place a larger load on the PC. Do not make the scroll message display area unnecessarily large.

·If there are a lot of characters in a scroll message line, display may become distorted. If this occurs, start a new line. (Up to 100 characters per line recommended.)

•PowerPoint

Set PowerPoint data so that it plays repetitively by setting slide transition to advance slides automatically (automatic slideshow).

PowerPoint Viewer is not capable of simultaneous multiple display. Do not assign PowerPoint fles to multiple frames in the same program. It should also be noted that PowerPoint Viewer only proceeds to play slideshows when the focus is on itself. Do not click other frames with the mouse or another tool when PowerPoint content is displayed.

The new fle format of PowerPoint 2007 (.pptx) is not supported. Save content in ppt format.

PowerPoint Viewer 2003/2007 is required. Even if you already have Microsoft PowerPoint 2003/2007 installed on your PC, you must make a separate installation of PowerPoint Viewer 2003/2007.

Continuous operation of target PC

This software is not designed for continuous 24-hour-a-day operation. Be sure to turn the power off on the target PC every day. (Refer to Power Control on p.71)

PC internal clock

This software executes schedules based on the PC’s internal clock. You should ensure that your PC’s internal clock is always accurate by synchronizing it with an internet time server or other means.

Accuracy of program display time

Program display is controlled by a timer that starts at 0 seconds every minute. Programs cannot be switched at intervals of less than 1 minute, or during a 1 minute interval (i.e. in intervals of less than 60 seconds).

Be aware that there may be some delay before content is actually displayed depending on the time taken to launch applications that display content and the time taken to load content fles.

Backups

This software does not have a backup function. You should make regular backup copies of content fles, etc., during operation.

Daisy chain configuration

This software cannot send different panel control commands (monitor power supply ON/OFF and panel input commands) to individual SHARP LCD monitors (PN series) connected in a daisy chain.

Still images

The Network Version of SHARP Digital Signage Software can send different panel control commands (monitor power supply ON/OFF and panel input commands) to SHARP LCD Monitors (PN Series) connected in a daisy chain. (Refer to Panel Management and Option, p. 78)

Date display

This software displays the date in YYYY/MM/DD format.

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Contents PN-SS01 PN-SS02 PN-SV01 Contents Creating/Editing Schedules Panel Management and OptionDistributing schedules Schedule ManagementMonitoring status Schedule Reception/Program DisplayKey/Mouse Monitoring Model No Serial No Precautions on useIntroduction How to read this manual TrademarksIcons NotationSystem operation precautions Points to note when creating content and programsThis chart provides defnitions of terms used in this manual DefinitionsBackups Daisy chain configurationContinuous operation of target PC PC internal clockFeatures of Sharp Digital Signage Software Program distribution workflowNetwork Version Program Editor Status Monitoring ToolFTP Server Server SchedulerDescription Installing/LaunchingRequired operating environment Installing Sharp Digital Signage Software Installing Sharp Digital Signage SoftwareIf using the Sharp Digital Signage Software CD-ROM Welcome to the Install Shield wizard... window, click NextClick Next Click Finish Click InstallInstallation will start Setting the environment of the target PC Auto login settingsCommand Prompt window will appear User Accounts dialog box will appearWelcome Center settings Windows Vista only Screen saver settingsPower control Screen Saver Settings dialog box will appearPower Options Properties dialog box will appear Select None from the Screen saver list Click OKReturn to the Power Options dialog box Windows Sidebar Gadget settings Windows Vista OnlyPower Options dialog box will appear Active desktop settings Windows XP Only IME Toolbar settingsSystem Properties dialog box will appear Taskbar settings Windows XP/Vista onlyWindows Update settings Resident application settings Change settings dialog box will appearPersonal firewall settings New Inbound Rule Wizard dialog box will appearTop right of each window Button atUninstalling Sharp Digital Signage Software Select the Remove option button, and click NextUninstallation is now complete Click YesLaunching and closing the Launcher window Launching the Launcher windowClosing the Launcher window Launcher windowTimetable creation/editing Fp.60 Schedule creation/editing Fp.70Schedule distribution Fp.84 Panel control Fp.78Program Creation/Editing Main Program Editor windowLaunching Program Editor Main Program Editor windowSettings window MenusToolbar TabsValid content files File types that can be used as content are as followsContent name File type File extension Content type Required softwareSet the Screen Size Positioning content LayoutSet a Screen Top-Left Position Message1 Width = Set Frame LayoutFrame2 Width = Using the grid Using a layout you have createdDisplay priority order Set the Interval for the gridSetting the background/frames URL tabViewer Path tab Icon Menu option Description Content previewPlaylists Background color when content is not displayed Properties of contentSetting the scroll message LayoutPicture Transition Parameters for EXE file Displays parameters for EXE flesFor more details about Scroll Message Editor, refer to p.40 Title bar Menus Toolbar Settings window Creating scroll message filesCreate a message to be displayed in a scroll message Title barSettings window MenusToolbar Toolbar buttons icons perform the following actionsTag Explanation Set the Message FormatSet Background Set Scrolling Set the scroll direction and speed of scroll messagesClick Save Scroll Message from the File menu. Or click Save As dialog box will appearSetting audio and music Setting the PIP window If using a PN-655 monitorSaving a program Save programProgram Folder Save program asProgram thumbnails Opening a program Checking a programOpen Program dialog box will appear You can also preview a program by clickingClick Close Preview Program Display SettingsDeleting a program Displaying program properties Change program names and program colorsProperties of Program dialog box will appear Duration may be different from the actual durationImporting/exporting a program Exporting a programSelect the folder to export dialog box will appear Export Program dialog box will appearSelect the program to import dialog box will appear Importing a programFrom the File menu, click Import Program Conditional Content Editor Conditional ContentThis will launch Conditional Content Editor Set details for the tab that you selected Function of each button icon is as followsTabs Configuring Conditional Contents Creating Conditional ContentCompatible Content File Formats Coordinate of top left corner of frame Click the icon Preview ContentConditional Content Properties of content Parameters Displays parameters for EXE flesPlay Condition Setting Conditional Content and Total DurationCondition Name TermCreating/Editing a Timetable Main Timetable Editor windowLaunching Timetable Editor Main Timetable Editor windowDisplays a timetable Program/Panel Control listTimetable Creating a timetable Registering a program in the timetableSelect the program folder containing the program Or alternatively, double-click the programClick the Panel Control tab Command DescriptionRegistering panel control in a timetable Set the Time Adjusting a timetable Changing the timetable spanNew times will be reflected in the timetable Set the Start and End times. Specify times between 0000Adjusting the scale Saving a timetableOpening a timetable Save timetableChecking a timetable Deleting a timetableChanging timetable name and timetable color From the File menu, click Preview TimetableImporting/exporting a timetable Exporting a timetableExport Timetable dialog box will appear Timetable export is now completeSelect the timetable to import dialog box will appear Importing a timetableFrom the File menu, click Import Timetable Creating/Editing Schedules Main Schedule Editor windowLaunching Schedule Editor Main Schedule Editor windowTimetable list CalendarEdit menu, click Add Timetable to Schedule Add Timetable to Schedule dialog box will appearSet a Span Timetable folderMonth Saving a schedule Opening a scheduleSave schedule Save schedule asDeleting a schedule Changing schedule nameDelete unnecessary schedules Selected schedule will be deletedImporting/exporting a schedule Exporting a scheduleExport Schedule dialog box will appear Schedule export is now completeSelect the schedule to import dialog box will appear Importing a scheduleFrom the File menu, click Import Schedule Panel Management and Option Managing panelsLaunching Panel Control Management Main Panel Management windowAdding/editing a panel ButtonsClick Edit to edit an existing panel Set the optionsClick Add or Cancel Adding/editing a groupSelect the parent group Enter a Group name Names must be within 50 charactersControlling a panel manually Deleting a panel or groupOption Launching OptionChecking version information Registering a license codeAdding default panel settings for panels Click the FTP Setting tab Set the Default to Add the PanelDistributing schedules Main Schedule Distribution Tool windowLaunching Schedule Distribution Tool Main Schedule Distribution Tool windowDistributing schedules Distributing via a networkClick Distribute schedule or program to the panel Select a scheduleButton Name Description Relevant Select a Distribution Date TimeSet Distribution Options Distributing to your own PC These instructions only apply to the Standalone VersionClick Distribute schedule or program to the panel Selection of the Drive to Transfer dialog box will appear Confrmation dialog box will appear againDisplaying break-in programs Distributing via a network and making a break-in displaySelection of the Break-in Program dialog box will appear Select a program, and click NextConfrmation dialog box will appear. Proceed to step Check the distribution settings, and click FinishSet the Display Time of Break-in Program area Distributing to your own PC and making a break-in display This function is only available with the Standalone VersionSet a Display Time Schedule Distribution Tool List of Reserved Distribution/List of Distribution Log List of Reserved DistributionList of Distribution Log Deleting reserved distributionsDeleting the entire distribution log Outputting CSV File of Distribution LogDistribution log can be output as a CSV fle Enter a File Name, and click SaveSchedule Management Server SchedulerServices window will appear FTP ServerLaunching the FTP Server Windows Task Manager dialog will appearSetting Client SchedulerLaunching Client Scheduler Client Scheduler menu100 Hide task bar while showing check boxPower Control tab 101Display Area tab FTP Server tab Sets the FTP Server102 103 Set the target PC to Contents direct distribute mode 104Version information Exiting Client SchedulerRemove it from the safe removal icon in the Task Tray Program Viewer105 Key/Mouse Monitoring Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool WindowLaunching the Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool window Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool menu107 Click DetailAssign for mouse input will appear Operation Set the action of the registered mouse operationExit 108About Monitoring status Main Status Monitoring Tool windowLaunching Status Monitoring Tool Main Status Monitoring Tool window110 Acquisition111 Group treePanel list Panel icon/thumbnail112 Acquiring and displaying panel statusAcquiring status of selected panels Setting panels for which status will not be obtained Controlling target PC power113 Target PC can be turned on and off, and restartedCheck the settings, and click Close Displaying detailed information for a panel114 Panel property dialog box will appearSmall Medium Changing thumbnail size115 116 Setting the operation environmentSet advanced settings for panel status acquisition PN-SS01/SS02/SV01 10D2
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