USER GUIDE

4.2.9 Security

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4.2.10 The OSD HELP window – F1

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4.2.11 Scanning computers– F4

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4.2.12 Tuning – F5

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4.2.13 Moving the label – F6

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4.2.14 Sending monitor emulation information to RoC/RICCs – F10

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4.2.14.1 Updating the DDC information

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5. Using the Control software

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5.1 Control software system requirements

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5.2 Connecting the RS232 Serial cable

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5.3 Installing and running the Control software

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5.3.1 Selecting a Com port

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5.3.2 Computer icons

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5.3.3 Communication Error

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5.3.4 The View menu

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5.3.5 Selecting a computer

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5.3.6 The toolbar buttons

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5.3.7 Get Status

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5.3.8 Read Configuration

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5.3.9 Write Configuration

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5.3.10 Renaming a computer

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5.3.11 The Edit menu

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5.3.12 Logo and Passwords

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5.3.13 Settings

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5.3.13.1 Single computer settings

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5.3.14 Loading a saved configuration

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5.3.15 Reminder!

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5.3.16 The factory default settings

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5.4 Password protection

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5.4.1 Administrator (Status A)

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5.4.2 Supervisor (Status S)

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5.4.3 User (Status U)

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6. Upgrading the Smart CAT5 firmware

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6.1 System requirements for the Smart CAT5 Update software

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6.2 Connecting the Smart CAT5 system

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6.3 Installing the software

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6.3.1 Connecting the RS232 Serial cable

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6.4 Starting and configuring the Smart CAT5 Update

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6.4.1 Verifying the version numbers

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6.4.1.1 OSD version number

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6.4.1.2 Smart CAT5 Manager version number

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6.4.1.3 RoC/RICC version number

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6.4.2 Obtaining new firmware

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6.4.3 Updating the firmware

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7. Troubleshooting

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7.1.1 Resetting the units

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Minicom Advanced Systems Smart CAT5 manual Using the Control software