The Control Panel form allows you to create and maintain a global list of Control Panels in common use across the Manitou system. Once created, Control Panels are available for use in the Customer and Dealer Records.
- Panel Type – The manufacturer's model number
- Description – The manufacturer and model number
- Default Transmitter Type – An optional field that specifies the type of transmitter normally associated with a particular panel
Properties Fields
The Properties area is used to specify the maximum capacities for each particular panel in regards to certain variables. These parameters can be overridden in the customer record if required.
- Max Transmitters - Specifies the maximum number of Transmitters associated with a Control Panel.
- Max Zones - Specifies the maximum number of zones associated with a specific Control Panel.
- Max Areas - Specifies the maximum number of areas associated with a specific Control Panel.
- Max Users - Specifies the maximum number of users associated with a specific Control Panel.
Adding a New Control Panel
Perform the following steps to add a new Control Panel:
- Navigate to the Maintenance menu, click "Setup" then click "Control Panels".
Result: The "Control Panels" form displays as shown in the following screenshot:
- Click "Edit" then click "Add".
Result: The "Add Panel Type" widow displays as shown in the following screenshot:
- Enter the panel type into the appropriate field.
- Enter a description into the appropriate field and click "OK".
Result: Your new Control Panel displays in the list and as the currently selected item on the form as shown in the following screenshot:
- Select a Default Transmitter Type from the dropdown menu.
- Click "Save".