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SIESPACE Driver Information SystemOn-Line HelpIntroductionOverviewThis is an unpublished work the copyright in which vests in Siemens plc. All rights

Defining a ZoneOn this dialog, specify the state thresholds (as percentages of the total capacity) for the zone.file:///A|/html/define_zone.htm (2 of

Car Parks - View/Edit Car Park DetailsCar Parks - Viewing or Editing Car Park ConfigurationIt is possible to view or edit the configuration of a car p

Car Parks - Associated Count SitesCar Parks - Associated Count SitesIf a car park count is to be maintained by the summation of a number of count site

Car Parks - Associated Count SitesDeassignDeassigns the currently selected loop in the "Assigned Loops" list from this car park.The loop mov

Count Site - IconCount Site - IconThe parameters provided can be configured by a user with the correct level of privilege by selecting the edit icon.S

Count Site - IconOTU AddressThis field defines the address on the RF channel of the OTU through which the site is accessed.OTU LoopThis field defines

Operational ProceduresOperational ProceduresThis section of the help file contains procedures that are commonly carried out by SIESPACE operators. Not

Adjusting Car Park OccupancyAdjusting Car Park OccupancyIt may be necessary to re-align the car park occupancy with a value observed at the car park.

Backup ProcedureSIESPACE Backup ProcedureIt is important to back up the SIESPACE system in case any of the computer hardware fails, or system data is

Backup ProcedureSelecting the Files to be Backed UpThe following files should be backed up:file:///A|/html/backup.htm (2 of 11) [27/06/2001 20:47:47]

Backup Procedure1. PREFECT Database Assuming you have a connected PREFECT system...If PREFECT is running, you must shut it down before attempting to

Zones - States to Sign LegendsZones - Sign State LegendsWhen a zone changes state, SIESPACE automatically sets the associated signs to an appropriate

Backup ProcedureSetting the CD ROM FormatAfter you have added all the required files to the CD, select "CD Layout Properties" from the "

Backup ProcedureA dialog box is displayed. Select the "Data Settings" tab (shown below).Ensure the file system is set to "JOLIET".

Backup ProcedureIn the dialog box above, click the "Properties" button.The following dialog box appears:Type a meaningful name for the CD in

Backup ProcedureClick OK. This takes you back to the main Easy CD Creator window.Writing the CDWhen you are ready to write the CD, click on the "

Backup ProcedureSelect the "Advanced" tab (shown below):file:///A|/html/backup.htm (8 of 11) [27/06/2001 20:47:47]

Backup ProcedureSelect the "Close Disc" radio button. This write-protects the disc and allows it to be read back in any standard CD-ROM driv

Backup ProcedureWhen you are ready to write the CD, select OK.Checking the CDOnce the CD writing has completed, check that the CD has been written cor

Backup ProcedureDouble-click the "My Computer" icon on the Desktop:In the window that appears, double-click the CD ROM icon:Check that a win

Maintenance ProceduresMaintenance ProceduresThis section of the help file contains procedures that are commonly carried out by SIESPACE maintainers an

Multitech Modem Setup and Configuration InstructionsMultitech Modem Setup and Configuration InstructionsIntroductionThis document specifies how Multit

Zones - States to Sign Legends2. For each zone state, specify the ID of the legend that should be displayed on the associated signs.Currently, only nu

Multitech Modem Setup and Configuration InstructionsWhen the modems are working in a back to back situation, adjust the following settings using a ter

Multitech Modem Setup and Configuration InstructionsXX= U-up for 2 wire leased line mode and D-down for 4 wire leased line mode.iiii) Ideal switch set

Testing a SignSign TestingIt is sometimes necessary to verify the correct operation of a Sign under the control of SIESPACE. It may be that we need to

Specifications OverviewSpecificationsThis section of the help file contains detailed specifications of the equipment used in a SIESPACE system.file://

Additional Help and SupportAdditional Help and SupportApart from this help file there are two ways of obatining help and resolving problems:● If y

How Remote Diagnostics WorkHow Remote Diagnostics WorkThe SIESPACE server PC at the instation is normally supplied with a modem to allow it to make an

System OverviewSystem OverviewThe object of the system is to assist drivers when entering an urban area, by directing them to the most convenient car

Remote Systems - OverviewRemote Systems - OverviewIn SIESPACE terms, a remote system is any other system which may take an interest in the equipment t

UTC systemUTC systemAn external Urban Traffic Control (UTC) system which is linked to the SIESPACE system.The UTC system can have count sites or signs

Overriding a SignOverriding a SignThe system allows an operator with sufficient permissions to override a sign, causing the system to ignore parking z

Overriding a SignAutomatically set by SIESPACE or a remote systemThe SIESPACE system, (or an external system such as UTC) sets the sign automatically.

Overriding a SignTo remove an operator override1. Select the 'Automatically set by SIESPACE or a remote system' radio button.2. Click on the

Security - PermissionsGroup PermissionsThe group permissions dialog box allows you to defines which operations may be performed and which devices are

Security - PermissionsPermissionsThe Permissions tab allows you to define which operations can be performed by members of the group.To grant permissio

IntroductionIntroductionThe SIESPACE Driver Information System is designed to provide real time information to motorists. When configured as a Parking

Security - Permissionsfile:///A|/html/lert2rqr.htm (3 of 4) [27/06/2001 20:45:17]

Security - PermissionsTo allow access to all devices1. Select the 'Show all devices' radio button.To allow access to selected devices only1.

Sign Common FunctionsSign - Information WindowDouble clicking on the sign icon on the map will cause the following window to be displayed:You can al

Sign Common FunctionsOperation of the View Sign Details Button provides you with information regarding the current configuration of the sign. You ca

Sign Common Functionsor being overriden, and whether the current luminance setting is Dim or Bright.file:///A|/html/sign_common_func.htm (3 of 3) [27/

Sign - Context MenuSign - Context MenuRight clicking with the mouse on a sign's icon on the map will cause a context menu to be displayed. This a

Viewing Sign FaultsViewing Sign FaultsSelecting faults form the sign context menu causes the Device Fault Status window to be displayed. The last 50 f

Sign ConfigurationSign ConfigurationSign configuration details are available from the sign information window or through the sign's context menu.

Add SignAdd SignWhen the Add Sign Button is selected from the equipment definition toolbar, and a map position selected an add sign window will be pre

Add SignEach type of sign will require different details to complete the configuration:● VMS Signs Details● Rotating Prism Signs Details●

System ObjectsSystem ObjectsSIESPACE uses icons on the map window to respresent equipment in the system. These are sometimes refered to as objects. Ot

VMS Sign DetailsVMS Sign DetailsAddressThe address is used to uniquely identify the sign on a single communications channel - it can take the values 1

Multi Line SignsMulti Line SignsMulti Line Signs in SIESPACE are used to logically subdivide a physical sign with many rows into smaller signs. For ex

Rotating Prism Sign DetailsRotating Prism Sign DetailsThe Outstation Transmission Unit (OTU) is the device used to enable the Instation to communicate

Rotating Prism Sign DetailsPort NumberDefines which output/input port on the OTU the current sign control bits are designated to.Port No 0 designates

OTU Equipment DescriptionOTU Equipment SpecificationThe equipment used is the standard Siemens OTU as used for urban traffic equipment .Full details a

Radio Modem SetupRDT Radio Modem SetupThe RDT radio modems are setup to different configurations depending upon which protocol they are required carry

Radio Modem SetupSW2.2 = OFFSW2.3 = ONSW2.4 = ON :Parity EnabledSW2.5 = OFF :Even ParitySW2.6 = OFF :7 BitsSW2.7 = ONSW2.8 = OFF :1 BitSet SW1.1 to OF

Radio Modem SetupSW2.1 = OFF :1200 baudSW2.2 = OFFSW2.3 = ONSW2.4 = OFF :Parity DisableSW2.5 = OFF SW2.6 = ON :8 BitsSW2.7 = OFFSW2.8 = OFF :1 BitSet

Radio Modem SetupSW1.4 = ON : RS485SW1.5 = OFF : 500mWSW1.6 = OFF SW1.7 = OFFSW 1.8 = OFFSW2.1 = ON :2400 baudSW2.2 = ON SW2.3 = OFFSW2.4 = OFF :Parit

Remote Sign DetailsRemote Sign DetailsIn order to communicate with a remote sign, configure the SCN of the sign on the remote system you have selected

Signs - OverviewSigns - OverviewA Sign is a display device that is capable of displaying variable messages to a motorist or pedestrian. The messages m

Sign Communications DetailsSign Communication DetailsOnce you have chosen the typs of sign that you are configuring the choice of communications mecha

Sign Communications DetailsRDT Radio Modem (Serial Control)*Remote SignsConnection of the Sign to the remote system that controls it is unknown to SIE

How to Assign Legends to SignsHow to Assign Legends to SignsSee Sign Legendsfile:///A|/html/how_assign_legends_to_signs.htm [27/06/2001 20:45:48]

Sign - LegendsSign - LegendsWhen the Legends Button is operated from within the signs window the following window will be presented.SCNThe SCN of th

Sign - LegendsThe ID of a legend (or message) defines the message number which is received from the zone. The Legend Assigned shows the defined legend

Sign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend DetailsSign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend DetailsLegend IDThe Legend ID is a 4 character alpha numeric string which ident

Sign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend DetailsSign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend TextLegend Text This area shows the text defined for the legend (and any fields

Sign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend DetailsTo add a field to the legend1. Drag the appropriate field type from the Available Fields section and drop it in

How to Define New LegendsHow to Define New LegendsSee Sign Legendsfile:///A|/html/how_define_new_legends.htm [27/06/2001 20:45:56]

Security - OverviewSecurity - OverviewThe system security is controlled by the limiting of the use of the system to defined users. Each user is requir

Sign TypesSign TypesSIESPACE currently supports three types of sign:1. Rotating Prism Signs2. VMS Signs3. Remote SignsOf course within each type of

Security - Change PasswordSecurity - Changing Your PasswordThe Change Password option of the Security menu is available to all users. It allows the cu

Logging On/OffLogging On & OffA user must log on using a user name and a password before the facilities of the system can be fully accessed. The l

Logging On/OffLogging OffTo log off, click the Logoff button on the menu bar, or select 'Log Out' from the File menu.Related TopicsTo chan

Automatic LogoutAutomatic LogoutThe SIESPACE client is often configured to automatically log out the user when they have remained inactive for a given

Security - UsersSecurity - UsersThis dialog box allows users to be added, removed, have their passwords reset, and their group membership defined.Note

Security - UsersClear Password This button clears or resets the password of the currently selected user to be cleared. The user will now not require a

Security - GroupsSecurity - GroupsGroup membership is used to assign the level of access that users have. A group is defined as a set of permissions w

Security - GroupsTo copy a group1. In the list of groups, select the group that you wish to copy.2. Click the 'Copy...' button. A dialog box

Status PanelStatus PanelThis panel shows the current logged on user, and any recent cleared or uncleared faults.The status panel is used to indicate l

Status PanelAlarmThe alarm indicator flashes to indicate a new message has been added to the list. The flashing can be acknowledged by the operating o

Parking Zones - OverviewParking Zones - OverviewA zone is defined as a controlled area composed of one or more car parks and controlling one signs. A

SIESPACE Reported FaultsFaults Reported by SIESPACESIESPACE reports a comprehensive set of faults in order to diagnose problems and malfunctioning equ

SIESPACE Reported Faults106 Sign: Power FailedThe sign has detected that the mains power supply has failed to the sign. Unless the power has been rest

SIESPACE Reported Faults400 Car Park: OverflowThe car park occupancy is currently higher than the capacity of the car park allows for. The car park ma

SIESPACE Reported Faults406 Car Park: Loop StuckOne of the detectors responsible for counting vehicles into or out of the car park is faulty. The dete

The SIEMENS HelpdeskSoftware SupportFor customers who have a software support agreement SIEMENS provide support in three ways:a. Regular Software Upd

Menu & Toolbar OverviewUser Interface - Menu & Toolbar OverviewThe menu and toolbar are used to access functions which relate to the whole sys

Menu & Toolbar OverviewThe main menu allows access to most of the functions of the main toolbar with some additional facilities. Only the addition

Custom Map ViewsMap ViewsThe system allows each user to define a set of custom Map Views.When one or more custom views have been defined, you can swit

Custom Map ViewsTo copy a view1. In the list of views, select the view that you wish to copy.2. Click the 'Copy...' button. A dialog box is

Defining a Custom Map ViewDefining a Map ViewTo define a Map View, select 'Edit...' from the Map Views dialog box.The following dialog is di

Zones - ConfigurationZones - ConfigurationTo view and configure Parking Zones, click the Zone button on the main tool bar.The following dialog box is

Defining a Custom Map View2. Click the 'Hide >>' button to remove the selected devices from the view.View OptionsThe View Options tab

Operating ModesOperating ModesInformation ModeSelecting the information button puts the system in normal operating mode. This allows the system to run

User Interface - Equipment DefinitionUser Interface - Equipment DefinitionSelecting the Equipment Definition Toolbar allows new equipment (signs, car

Add Car ParkAdd Car ParkWhen the Add Car Park Button is selected from the equipment definition tool the following window will be presented:Each tab on

Car Park Configuration - Basic InformationCar Park Configuration - Basic InformationCar Park NameThis field specifies the name of the car park that wi

Car Park Configuration - ThresholdsCar Park Configuration - ThresholdsThere are four thresholds which define when the car park changes state. When num

Car Park Configuration -Car Park Configuration - Advanced Thresholdsfile:///A|/html/carpark_config_thresh_adv.htm [27/06/2001 20:46:38]

Car Park Configuration - State Change DelaysCar Park Configuration - State Change DelaysThese fields define a delay in minutes (between 1 and 15) for

Car Park Configuration - ZonesCar Park Configuration - ZonesThis field shows details of associated zones, but this can not be changed from this window

Car Park Configuration - CommunicationsCar Park Configuration - CommunicationsBack to Zonesfile:///A|/html/carpark_config_comms.htm [27/06/2001 20:46:

Zones - ConfigurationTo edit a zone1. In the list of zones, select the zone that you wish to edit.2. Click the 'Edit...' button.3. The Defin

Add Count SiteAdd Count SiteWhen the Add Count Site button is selected from the equipment definition tool bar the following window will be presented.D

Add Count SiteOTU AddressIf the count site is not configured as a UTC count site, this field defines the address on the RF channel of the OTU through

ShedulerSchedulerThe Scheduler provides a means of programming operator actions into the system ahead of the required time.The Scheduler also provides

Shedulerbasis.The functional buttons provide the following facilities:Add Adds a new schedule.ViewShows the selected schedule's details, but does

ShedulerSchedules run from midnight to midnight. Only one schedule can run on any day. If a dated schedule is present then this will be run in prefere

ReportsReportsTo produce a Report, first click on the Reports button on the main toolbar.The Reports dialog box is displayed:Some reports apply to t

ReportsOperational LogThe operational log records the actions of users on the system, for example: logging on, logging off, car park or sign overrides

ReportsWhere a report extends onto several pages, the following icons allow the pages to be viewed:-Click the 'Front' button to go to the f

Changing the Map ViewChanging the Map ViewThe operator's view of the map can be changed from the main menu's Map menu:The menu selections ha

Changing the Map View● Display the Pan View● Zoom In● Zoom Out● Whole Map● Large Scale● Zoom 50%● Zoom in on the cursor lo

Defining a ZoneDefining a ZoneTo define a zone, select 'Edit...' from the Zones dialog box.The following dialog is displayed:EquipmentThe Eq

Car Parks - OverviewCar Parks - OverviewA car park is defined as an area with entrances and exits monitored by count sites. Data from the count sites

User InterfaceUser InterfaceThe SIESPACE user interface (or client) is divided into two main sections:1. The Menu and Toolbar2. The Map Windowfile:/

User InterfaceThe menu and toolbar are used to access system functions such as configuration, reports, and security. They typically affect the user in

Map Window OverviewUser Interface - Map Window OverviewA VDU displays an overview map of the area being controlled. At the top of the map is a tool ba

Car Park - IconCar Park - IconA car park is defined as an area whose entrances and exits are monitored using count sitesA car park has a defined capac

Car Park - IconThe window displays the current state, occupancy and fill rate of the car park.The window's toolbar contains the following buttons

Count Sites - OverviewCount Sites - OverviewA count site is a location on the system at which the number of passing vehicles can be determined. Count

Car Parks - Override StatusOverriding a Car ParkThis facility is available either through the car park icon's Manual override button , or via th

Overriding a Car Park StateOverriding a Car Park StateThe car park override window allows manual override of the current state of the car park. The ov

Overriding Car Park OccupancyOverriding a Car Park's OccupancyThe car park override window allows the current occupancy of the car park to be alt