Another Superior Product from: USER GUIDE Version 1.03 For use with Link-IT Version 3.
INDEX 1 Getting Started ......................................................................................................................... 3 1.1 Contents of the Link-IT package. ................................................................................................... 3 1.2 Overview...................................................................................................................................... 3 1.2.1 Compatibility .......................................................
1 GETTING STARTED Thank you for purchasing the AIT “Link-IT” system. The Link -IT system will provide you with unequalled protection of your Computer and its data. The package includes all the necessary components needed to install and operate the Link-IT system. The product you have purchased provides access protection to your Computer and it’s data. 1.1 CONTENTS OF THE LINK-IT PACKAGE.
system is recognised by the administrator password. The administrator may change the users settings ie. Password lock, changing boot key functionality etc. USER LEVEL INSTALLATION: Is a single user system gives the user all rights and there is no need for the administrator password. Please note in an administration installation the admin password is required to suspend or close the program, in the user level installation the users password will suffice for all system operation. 1.3.
Figure 2: License Agreement Please read the licence agreement carefully! For the installation to continue it is necessary to accept the license agreement and thereafter press [Next >]. Following the acceptance of the License agreement the installation will continue. Installation Options The next step in the installation is to select whether you are installing as a User (default) or as an Administrator.
WARNING ! DO NOT FORGET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD AS YOUR COMPUTER WILL BE RENDERED USELESS WITHOUT THE PASSWORD, OR THE TAG Figure 4: Administration Installation The Administration password must not be forgotten, as access to the system settings will not be possible without this password. Once the Administration password has been entered you will be required to enter a User password. The following screen is displayed for the entering of a User password.
Figure 6: Primary User Installation It is only necessary to insert a User password in this screen. See the Figure above Hardware Installation Figure 7: Hardware Installation Hardware installation is the process of selecting a communications port for your Link-IT System. By default the selected COM port is 1. Comm port addresses 1 through to 16 are valid. You should select the COM port into which the Link-IT reader has been inserted.
Figure 8: Detecting Tags Once the test is completed the Hardware Installation screen will show any tags detected during the test as shown in Figure 1.7 below. Figure 9: Detected Tags User Configuration Once passwords have been set-up and the Hardware installation completed it is necessary to assign Tags to the User/s of the system. Prior to assigning a tag, check the Identity number of your tag. The Tag ID is a two- part number and is printed on your tag. Refer to the Figure 1.
Figure 11: User Configuration Add Primary User Selecting Primary User will display the screen shown in the Figure below. The first step is to type in your “User Name” example Joe Bloggs. The next step is to assign your tag ID number to your User Name. This can be achieved in one of two ways: 1. Type your Tag Identity Number into the text box provided for this number. (This approach is NOT recommended as the relatively large identity number could easily be typed incorrectly) 2.
If for any reason you do not find your tag in the “Auto Detected Tags” list. • Check that the Reader is installed into a serial COM port. • Check that the correct COM port is selected in the “Hardware Installation” screen • Check that the tag is within one meter (3 feet) of the reader. • Redo the test function in the “Hardware Installation” screen.
System Settings The final step in installing the Link-IT system is setting of system settings. At this stage the installation program is aware of whether you have selected to install as an Administrator or as a User. The installation therefore displays the systems set-up screen applicable to the type of installation being done. System Settings for Users There is only one System Setting that a User can set namely the Screen Saver Delay time.
be read. If either tag is missing the computer will be disabled. The location tag is registered in a two step procedure: 1. Select the [Enable Location Tagging] check box. 2. Select a tag from the “Tag List” and press the [Assign Tag ID] button. Enable / Disable [Fx] keys When starting your computer in a Windows environment the operating system can be interrupted using [Function] keys.
2 USING THE LINK-IT SYSTEM 2.1 STARTING THE LINK-IT SYSTEM There are three ways of starting the Link-IT system namely: 2.2 1. The system will start automatically after installation. 2. The system will start automatically after power switch on. 3. If an Administrator stopped the system, it can be restarted by clicking on the LinkIT icon under the Link-IT Section in the Start Menu. THE LINK-IT SYSTEM IN OPERATION When the Link-IT system is in operation the Link-IT icon is Windows task Bar.
2. A “Red light” is illuminated each time the Link-IT reader reads a valid Tag. (A valid Tag is any Link-IT Tag which is in the read range of the Reader). 3. “Remaining Time” displays in digital form the time remaining until the Link-IT screen saver will be displayed and the system disabled. 4. “Reader Activity” provides the User with an indication as to how busy the reader is. 5. “Loc. Tag” is a bar graph showing how long the Location Tag has been missing.
To Enable or Disable the Location tag simply check the “Enable Location Tagging” check box. If you are registering a location tag for the first time or changing to a different tag you must select a tag in the list box and then assign the tag by pressing the [Assign Tag ID] button. If your location tag is not displayed in the list box you will need to refresh the data. Refer to paragraph 2.2.2.3 below. 2.2.2.2 Passwords Select the “Passwords” tab at the top of the “Properties screen”.
2.2.2.3 System Select the “System” tab at the top of the “Properties screen”. This will display the “System” screen as shown in the Figure below. The only function that can be performed in the “System” display is the testing of the Link-IT reader. The testing of the reader does also read any tag in the environment and registers these into the available tags list. If at any time you require to assign a tag to a User or an additional user see paragraphs 2.2.2.1 “Environment” and 2.2.2.
The following rules apply: 1. If there has never been an Administrator then a User can change to an Administrator. 2. If there is a registered Administrator and you are signed on as a User then you cannot change to an Administrator. 3. An Administrator can make any change. 2.2.2.5 Tag Setup Select the “Tag Setup” tab at the top of the “Properties screen”. This will display the “Tag Setup” screen as shown in the Figure below. The Tag set-up screen allows for the adding of Users to the system.
2.2.2.6 Logo Setup Select the “Logo” tab, this will display an option to add another picture to the Link-IT screensaver. Click on the “Use additional Logo” box then click on the “Select” button then find the selected file, the file name will be displayed along with the preview of the image selected. If you would like to see how the logo looks in screensaver mode press the “Preview” button. After selection click the “Apply” button to save settings. Figure 25: Logo Setup 2.2.
To override the screen saver press any key while the screen saver is on. The system will prompt you to enter your password. Entering your password will disable the screen saver and allow you access to your computer. The override will remain active until the system is shut down OR, until the system once again sees its master tag. After either of these events the system returns to its normal operational state. Link-IT “User Guide” Version 1.
3 NOTES ON INSTALLATION 3.1 EFFECTS OF MECHANICAL SHIELDING The Link-IT tag uses low power Radio Frequency transmissions to communicate with the Link-IT reader plugged into your computer. These transmissions can be adversely effected by the environment especially the presence of metal. The result would be loss of range on your Link-IT system. Repositioning your computer can rectify this situation. Should this approach not rectify the situation, an extension cable is available from AIT as an accessory.
4 ENCRYPTION ERROR Link-IT Tags include an encryption mechanism that is checked by the Link-IT software. This mechanism is unique to every tag. The encryption mechanism protects your system from access by a fraudulent tag with the correct tag identity. Should your system detect such a tag the following message will be displayed. Figure 26: Encryption Error The encryption error requests you to reregister your User Tag ID (in the Figure 4.
5 POWER REQUIREMENTS OF THE LINK-IT SYSTEM 5.1 LINK-IT READER The Link -IT reader derives its entire power requirement directly from the RS232 serial port. 5.2 IDENTIFICATION TAG The Identification Tag includes a non-replaceable lithium battery. The battery is warranteed for 12 months and has an expected life of 5 years. Link-IT “User Guide” Version 1.
6 HOT KEYS 6.1 “RIGHT” MOUSE BUTTON (DISPLAY ON-LINE MENU) When the mouse is positioned over the Link-IT icon (located in the Windows task bar) the “right mouse button is used to display the Link-IT on-line menu options as shown in figure 6.1 below: Figure 27: Hot Keys 6.2 SCREEN SAVER OVERRIDE While the screen saver is active, pressing any key will prompt you for the override password. Typing in the correct password will override the screen saver. Link-IT “User Guide” Version 1.
7 GENERAL PROBLEMS Please contact your administrator or visit our web site www.ait-linkit.com. 7.1 THE SCREEN SAVER WILL NOT GO AWAY 1. Click the mouse and press the any key and enter your password. 2. Try re-booting the system Should this problem persist please contact your supplier or e-mail AIT at help@linkit.co.za. 7.2 OBTAINING ADDITIONAL TAGS Additional tags can be purchased from your Link-IT supplier or by contacting AIT at help@linkit.co.za. 7.
8 LICENCE Link-IT™ Link-IT. HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT BY INSTALLING, COPYING, OR OTHERWISE USING THE Link-IT PRODUCT HARDWARE AND OR SOFTWARE, YOU AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. Upon your acceptance of the terms and conditions of the Licence Agreement, AIT grants you the right to use the Link-IT™ Link-IT product in the manner provided below.
9 AIT OFFICES Automated Identification Technologies Ltd. Automated Identification Technologies (Pty) Ltd. Unit 6 P.O. Box 490, Amber Business Village Parklands, 2121 Amber Close Republic of South Africa Tamworth Staffordshire B77 4RP United Kingdom Link-IT “User Guide” Version 1.
