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... version of video outputs including HDMI®, DVI, and VGA. It also has the flexibility to attach behind a Sharp PN-E™ series professional monitor. Package Contents The packing box should contain the following items: Technovare PN-TPC1 AC Power Adapter Mounting Kit This Users Guide Getting Started Getting Started Introduction...
... version of video outputs including HDMI®, DVI, and VGA. It also has the flexibility to attach behind a Sharp PN-E™ series professional monitor. Package Contents The packing box should contain the following items: Technovare PN-TPC1 AC Power Adapter Mounting Kit This Users Guide Getting Started Getting Started Introduction...
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... attached to turn off the monitor and remove the AC power. 2. Figure 1 Figure 2 Items needed Sharp PN series Professional Monitor PN-TPC1 Mounting Plate AC Power Adapter 4 x M4 (0.7x10mm) screws 2 x M3 (0.5x5 mm) Philips Screw Driver 3. Installation Mounting PN-TPC1 on the monitor model. Secure the mounting plate to match the monitor's mounting holes depending on Sharp PN-series Displays 1.
... attached to turn off the monitor and remove the AC power. 2. Figure 1 Figure 2 Items needed Sharp PN series Professional Monitor PN-TPC1 Mounting Plate AC Power Adapter 4 x M4 (0.7x10mm) screws 2 x M3 (0.5x5 mm) Philips Screw Driver 3. Installation Mounting PN-TPC1 on the monitor model. Secure the mounting plate to match the monitor's mounting holes depending on Sharp PN-series Displays 1.
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... device...... 104 Program Viewer...105 Key/Mouse Monitoring Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool Window 106 ●Launching the Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool window 106 ●Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool menu...106 Monitoring status The main Status Monitoring Tool window 109 ●Launching Status Monitoring Tool...109 ●The main Status Monitoring Tool window 109 Acquiring and displaying panel status...
... device...... 104 Program Viewer...105 Key/Mouse Monitoring Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool Window 106 ●Launching the Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool window 106 ●Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool menu...106 Monitoring status The main Status Monitoring Tool window 109 ●Launching Status Monitoring Tool...109 ●The main Status Monitoring Tool window 109 Acquiring and displaying panel status...
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... are indicated with double inverted commas. E.g. C:\Program Files\SHARP\SHARP Digital Signage Software (default) • The screenshots and operational procedures in this manual are only examples. These may change depending on your monitor, screen settings, or the version of the OS you... basic operating instructions for Windows. 6 If you have installed the software in a different location, this manual This manual describes SHARP Digital Signage Software Version 3.0. ●Icons indicates reference information, related details, and restrictions. This manual gives instructions using and ...
... are indicated with double inverted commas. E.g. C:\Program Files\SHARP\SHARP Digital Signage Software (default) • The screenshots and operational procedures in this manual are only examples. These may change depending on your monitor, screen settings, or the version of the OS you... basic operating instructions for Windows. 6 If you have installed the software in a different location, this manual This manual describes SHARP Digital Signage Software Version 3.0. ●Icons indicates reference information, related details, and restrictions. This manual gives instructions using and ...
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... precautions Definitions This chart provides definitions of a frame layout, multiple frames and their assigned playlist information, scroll message information, etc. "Panel" refers to an LCD monitor connected to a schedule. Program Programs consist of terms used in / fade-out), as content data, order of play. System operation precautions Points to create and...
... precautions Definitions This chart provides definitions of a frame layout, multiple frames and their assigned playlist information, scroll message information, etc. "Panel" refers to an LCD monitor connected to a schedule. Program Programs consist of terms used in / fade-out), as content data, order of play. System operation precautions Points to create and...
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...supply ON/OFF and panel input commands) to multiple frames in a daisy chain. Do not assign PowerPoint files to individual SHARP LCD monitors (PN series) connected in the same program. You should also be some delay before operation. · Making the background color ... in intervals of content files, etc., during a 1 minute interval (i.e. Accuracy 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 YYYY/MM/DD format. 8 Even if you already have a ...
...supply ON/OFF and panel input commands) to multiple frames in a daisy chain. Do not assign PowerPoint files to individual SHARP LCD monitors (PN series) connected in the same program. You should also be some delay before operation. · Making the background color ... in intervals of content files, etc., during a 1 minute interval (i.e. Accuracy 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 YYYY/MM/DD format. 8 Even if you already have a ...
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... day that your chosen content and create a program. (p.28) 2 Timetable Editor Assign the hour of SHARP Digital Signage Software SHARP Digital Signage Software is SHARP's original content distribution and display software. Reserved distribution function Makes it displays schedules and programs at a set time... Editor Lay out your program will be laid out in editable time schedules similar to distribute reserved content over an LCD monitor network. Variety of display options and scroll message function Frames with completely customizable layout (x4,) as well as backgrounds and...
... day that your chosen content and create a program. (p.28) 2 Timetable Editor Assign the hour of SHARP Digital Signage Software SHARP Digital Signage Software is SHARP's original content distribution and display software. Reserved distribution function Makes it displays schedules and programs at a set time... Editor Lay out your program will be laid out in editable time schedules similar to distribute reserved content over an LCD monitor network. Variety of display options and scroll message function Frames with completely customizable layout (x4,) as well as backgrounds and...
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.... (p.97) You can distribute to a target PC that has Program Viewer installed by using USB memory or other external storage devices. (p.79) Status Monitoring Tool Obtain panel status data and control target PC power. (p.112) Distributed via a network Schedules and programs can be loaded from USB memory or...
.... (p.97) You can distribute to a target PC that has Program Viewer installed by using USB memory or other external storage devices. (p.79) Status Monitoring Tool Obtain panel status data and control target PC power. (p.112) Distributed via a network Schedules and programs can be loaded from USB memory or...
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...only. • When controlling the target PC manually (when turning the panel PC on which version of at least 1024 x 768 Monitor (for target PC) *2 PN series LCD monitor LB-1085 *3, LB-46GX35 *4, LB-52GX35 *4 Interfaces • USB port (only required if using the software. If you ...read the operation manual of your network administrator for more free space (Additional space required for saving data) Full color display with the SHARP Digital Signage Software Client Scheduler (Fp.92). To perform panel control, the target PC and the panel must be connected with the ...
...only. • When controlling the target PC manually (when turning the panel PC on which version of at least 1024 x 768 Monitor (for target PC) *2 PN series LCD monitor LB-1085 *3, LB-46GX35 *4, LB-52GX35 *4 Interfaces • USB port (only required if using the software. If you ...read the operation manual of your network administrator for more free space (Additional space required for saving data) Full color display with the SHARP Digital Signage Software Client Scheduler (Fp.92). To perform panel control, the target PC and the panel must be connected with the ...
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...that appears, click [Properties]. The [Display Properties] dialog box will not appear from the next time the PC is started . Installing SHARP Digital Signage Software Welcome Center settings (Windows Vista only) These settings do not apply to stop the "Welcome Center" from being displayed ... then [Welcome Center]. • F rom the Windows Taskbar, click [Start], [All Programs], [Accessories], and then [Welcome Center]. Right-click on the monitor when a program is started . Click [OK]. 16 Click the [Screen Saver] tab and select "(None)" from the menu that it using Windows XP 1....
...that appears, click [Properties]. The [Display Properties] dialog box will not appear from the next time the PC is started . Installing SHARP Digital Signage Software Welcome Center settings (Windows Vista only) These settings do not apply to stop the "Welcome Center" from being displayed ... then [Welcome Center]. • F rom the Windows Taskbar, click [Start], [All Programs], [Accessories], and then [Welcome Center]. Right-click on the monitor when a program is started . Click [OK]. 16 Click the [Screen Saver] tab and select "(None)" from the menu that it using Windows XP 1....
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...The [Screen Saver Settings] dialog box will appear. 2. Click [OK]. 17 Select "Never" from the "Screen saver" list. 3. Select "(None)" from the "Turn off monitor", "Turn off hard disks", and "System standby" pull-down menus on an empty area of the desktop and from the menu that the panel or...Start], [Control Panel], [Performance and Maintenance], and then [Power Options]. Power control Adjust settings so that appears, click [Personalize] and then [Screen Saver]. Installing SHARP Digital Signage Software • If using Windows XP 1. Right-click on the [Power Schemes] tab. 3.
...The [Screen Saver Settings] dialog box will appear. 2. Click [OK]. 17 Select "Never" from the "Screen saver" list. 3. Select "(None)" from the "Turn off monitor", "Turn off hard disks", and "System standby" pull-down menus on an empty area of the desktop and from the menu that the panel or...Start], [Control Panel], [Performance and Maintenance], and then [Power Options]. Power control Adjust settings so that appears, click [Personalize] and then [Screen Saver]. Installing SHARP Digital Signage Software • If using Windows XP 1. Right-click on the [Power Schemes] tab. 3.
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The [Windows Firewall with Advanced Security". 3. Installing SHARP Digital Signage Software Personal firewall settings If you plan to distribute content over a network, you must free a TCP/IP port for this software to use ... box will be installed, and started as a service. If you have installed the Viewer Version, a unique FTP server will appear. 22 Firewall settings for Status Monitoring Tool (Windows Vista/7 Only) If using Windows Vista/7, use when the distribution port is assigned to the same port number. If the [User Account Control...
The [Windows Firewall with Advanced Security". 3. Installing SHARP Digital Signage Software Personal firewall settings If you plan to distribute content over a network, you must free a TCP/IP port for this software to use ... box will be installed, and started as a service. If you have installed the Viewer Version, a unique FTP server will appear. 22 Firewall settings for Status Monitoring Tool (Windows Vista/7 Only) If using Windows Vista/7, use when the distribution port is assigned to the same port number. If the [User Account Control...
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.... The frame and scroll messages can be adjusted for the "Size" under "Key". • Click on the kind of top left corner, Ycoordinate of LCD monitor used. 32 Locations where items can be moved by aligning them with the mouse, you want to select it. Set [Frame Layout]. 1) Check the checkboxes...
.... The frame and scroll messages can be adjusted for the "Size" under "Key". • Click on the kind of top left corner, Ycoordinate of LCD monitor used. 32 Locations where items can be moved by aligning them with the mouse, you want to select it. Set [Frame Layout]. 1) Check the checkboxes...
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... you want to save the currently edited program under its original name. 1. Set values for the PIP frame. Monitor sizes vary according to display. 3) Select "D-Terminal", "Composite (Video)", or "Component" for "Sound Source". ... message for creating a thumbnail will appear when you want to save by clicking . Select the "Monitor Model Name". 3. If using a PN-655 monitor * Items displayed vary according to p.46. When "Program Editor" is displayed. 45 Do not...please refer to "Landscape". * T he video signal may cause misalignment with the SHARP LCD monitor (PN series). 1.
... you want to save the currently edited program under its original name. 1. Set values for the PIP frame. Monitor sizes vary according to display. 3) Select "D-Terminal", "Composite (Video)", or "Component" for "Sound Source". ... message for creating a thumbnail will appear when you want to save by clicking . Select the "Monitor Model Name". 3. If using a PN-655 monitor * Items displayed vary according to p.46. When "Program Editor" is displayed. 45 Do not...please refer to "Landscape". * T he video signal may cause misalignment with the SHARP LCD monitor (PN series). 1.
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... original size, click [Preview Program [Original size]] from the [View] menu. The [Open Program] dialog box will be displayed in the foreground, regardless of the monitor, the preview cannot be displayed. 1. If you want to use the program preview function on a more detailed setting, check "Set Configuration before Preview Program" on...
... original size, click [Preview Program [Original size]] from the [View] menu. The [Open Program] dialog box will be displayed in the foreground, regardless of the monitor, the preview cannot be displayed. 1. If you want to use the program preview function on a more detailed setting, check "Set Configuration before Preview Program" on...
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.... • Display this program preview over the edges of multiple monitors: Displays the program preview over the edges between panels when using multiple monitors * Think of the edges as rough estimates. • "Model name" : S elect the monitor model name. • "Composition" : S elect the multi-monitor setup. ●Deleting a program Delete unnecessary programs. 1. Click [Close...
.... • Display this program preview over the edges of multiple monitors: Displays the program preview over the edges between panels when using multiple monitors * Think of the edges as rough estimates. • "Model name" : S elect the monitor model name. • "Composition" : S elect the multi-monitor setup. ●Deleting a program Delete unnecessary programs. 1. Click [Close...
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... cross cable). The channel that was selected by the TV immediately before switching is displayed. *1 It cannot be used with the SHARP LCD monitor (PN series) and the LB-1085. • The commands supported by the panel (monitor) can be displayed. Indicates transmission speeds supported. The channel at the lower left of the panel...
... cross cable). The channel that was selected by the TV immediately before switching is displayed. *1 It cannot be used with the SHARP LCD monitor (PN series) and the LB-1085. • The commands supported by the panel (monitor) can be displayed. Indicates transmission speeds supported. The channel at the lower left of the panel...
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...●Checking a timetable Check a timetable using the program preview function. Select the timetable folder containing the timetable. 3. The [Properties of the PC monitor, the preview will appear. Check the "Name" and "Color". • The "Name" can be changed. • Click the color swatch to... display the timetable in the SHARP Digital Signage Software standalone version (PN-SS01). 1. Check the preview. • To close the preview, click the preview window and press [Esc] to stop the ...
...●Checking a timetable Check a timetable using the program preview function. Select the timetable folder containing the timetable. 3. The [Properties of the PC monitor, the preview will appear. Check the "Name" and "Color". • The "Name" can be changed. • Click the color swatch to... display the timetable in the SHARP Digital Signage Software standalone version (PN-SS01). 1. Check the preview. • To close the preview, click the preview window and press [Esc] to stop the ...
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The [Windows Task Manager] dialog will appear. 2. Click the [Processes] tab and confirm that the status of "SHARP LCD Monitor FTP Server" under "Services" is "Started". FTP Server The FTP Server receives schedules and break-in programs from the controller PC using Windows XP 1. Check ...
The [Windows Task Manager] dialog will appear. 2. Click the [Processes] tab and confirm that the status of "SHARP LCD Monitor FTP Server" under "Services" is "Started". FTP Server The FTP Server receives schedules and break-in programs from the controller PC using Windows XP 1. Check ...
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...key assignment and action by key operation. From the Windows Taskbar, click [Start], [All Programs], [SHARP Digital Signage Software], [Tools] and then [Key-Mouse Watcher]. The key/mouse monitoring tool launches and an icon ( ) is displayed (and remains permanently) in the Task Tray. ...]. 106 Up to a combination of time before the program display is resumed The program display is stopped temporarily. Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool Key/Mouse Monitoring This function is displayed. This section explains the function of the program is resumed by pressing the [Ctrl], [Alt], and...
...key assignment and action by key operation. From the Windows Taskbar, click [Start], [All Programs], [SHARP Digital Signage Software], [Tools] and then [Key-Mouse Watcher]. The key/mouse monitoring tool launches and an icon ( ) is displayed (and remains permanently) in the Task Tray. ...]. 106 Up to a combination of time before the program display is resumed The program display is stopped temporarily. Key/Mouse Monitoring Tool Key/Mouse Monitoring This function is displayed. This section explains the function of the program is resumed by pressing the [Ctrl], [Alt], and...