Introduction

This document provides instructions for the setup with examples of the Optifacts Startup Interface custom configurations. There are many more interfaces and custom configurations available. Please contact support for assistance.

Procedure

Custom Configurations

From the Optifacts main menu:

Select Option 3 – Editor Utilities and press Enter.

Select Option 6 – Configuration Editor and press Enter.

Select Option 6 – Edit Custom Configuration and press Enter.

The Custom Configuration Editor displays.

Press “Q” to Query.
Ensure that the table below exists.

If the table does not exist:

Press “A” to add a new record.
Enter all the information as required.
Press Escape to save the data.
Press “E” to exit.

Field Definitions

Calling Program - Name of the program called to use this configuration. (i.e., STARTUP, TRACK, LAYOUT, EOE, DAEMON, GEN INTRFC, GENERATOR, INVENTORY, TRALLAR, etc.)

Field Name - Is unique, but some configurations must start with a prefix such as INTERFACE or other.

Enabled (Y/N) – “Y” to enable.

Character Setting - Optifacts program and interface port information

Note: Port settings vary by lab. Check with your lab administrator, manager, or support for the correct port numbers.

Float Setting - Enter applicable data, such as a lite-up num or other dependents on the type of configuration.

Note: Settings vary by the lab and are dependent on what is being configured. Check with your lab administrator, manager, or support for the correct values.

Integer Setting - Enter applicable data, such as a lite-up bit or other dependents on the type of configuration.

Comment - Description of the interface

Note: Settings vary by the lab and are dependent on what is being configured. Check with your lab administrator, manager, or support for the correct values.