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Using command-line scripts to automate Data Manager (optional)

As shown on page 32, Data Manager includes a set of command-line parameters that can be used to automate program functions and operations. As described in the following procedures, you may use these parameters with Windows XP/Vista or Windows 7 task scheduling to automatically trigger and execute a wide range of Data Manager tasks.

If Data Manager is installed on a Windows XP or Vista computer:

1In Control Panel, select Scheduled Tasks.

2In the Scheduled Tasks list, select Add Scheduled Task. The Scheduled Task Wizard appears.

3Click Next to continue. A list of applications appears.

4Select 3M Digital Data Manager, then click Next.

5In the task name field, enter a description of the task.

6Select task frequency (daily, one time, etc.), then click Next.

7Select task start time, start date and days when the task will run, then click Next.

8Enter username and password, then click Next.

9On the next screen, select Open advanced properties for this task when I click Finish, then click Finish. The screen shown below appears.

10In the Run field, enter your script as shown in the example. Be sure to separate each parameter with a space.

11Make changes in the Schedule, Settings and Security tabs if necessary, then click Apply. Click OK to exit. Your new Data Manager task is now active and displayed in the Scheduled Tasks list.

Figure 34: Separate each parameter in the Run field with a space.

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Contents Digital Data Manager Model 3M Library SystemsPage Installation and Setup Contents Optional Procedures 3M ServiceTest your export formats Set import parameters3M Data Manager Model 747 Software License 3M 2011. All rights reserved Introduction About Data ManagerRelated documents Installation and setup overview Installing Data Manager for the first timeProcedure Number Upgrading Data ManagerInstall Data Manager and DLA software Computer requirementsPrivileges required for Data Manager Installing Data Manager software ProcedureDatabase files reside in these locations Installing Digital Library Assistant DLA software For most installations, select all componentsInstall memory-card drive new drive only If you have problemsInstall the new memory-card drive Before you beginProcedure Check the memory-card drive’s operationConfigure memory card eject privileges Removing a memory cardDetermine import/export format requirements Determine data-format requirementsGenerate list files Before attempting to use Data Manager…Create list folders Create shelf-order, search-list, and import foldersMove the list files into the correct folders Create folders for your listsEnter Admin Setup Start Data Manager softwareSpecify list folder and export/import locations Can’t Find Export/Import LocationDefine list barcode validation parameters To define barcode validation parametersSelect Valid Characters Set export parameters Export-format parametersAbout location IDs Create export formats To create export formatsNew/Edit Export Format dialog box appears. See Figure Designating a default export format optional Select an import format and click Set DefaultSet up Duplicate Item Definitions optional Matching Primary Information FieldsMatching Secondary Information Fields Test your export formats Debug your export formatsTo preview the file export Export lists and check for errors and warnings Click RefreshSummary Log About debugging export errors and warnings If you encounter excessive errors and warningsIf you encounter a few errors and warnings Detecting errors and warningsView the exported lists on the DLA or other equipment For lists used by the DLADefault Import Formats Set import parametersOverview Collection CategoriesCreate and preview import formats Create collection categories Permanent Collection CategoriesExport collection-category labels to the memory card To export collection category labelsTest your import formats To test your import formatsImport file list order Optional Procedures Specifying language settings optionalLanguage Settings dialog box appears Designating a default export format optional To designate a default export formatDesignating a default import format optional Select 3M Digital Data Manager, then click Next Separate each parameter in the Run field with a space3M 2011. All rights reserved Command-line operations and arguments Command-line helpCommand-line operations Command-line arguments that modify normal behaviorCommand-line error codes and messages Error Code Error Message3M Service 3M Service phone numbersInformation to gather 3M Library Systems Web Site

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