SIESPACE Driver Information System On-Line Help Introduction Overview This is an unpublished work the copyright in which vests in Siemens plc. All rights reserved. The information contained herein is the property of Siemens plc. and is supplied without liability for errors or omissions. No part may be reproduced or used except as authorised by contract or other written permission.
Introduction Introduction The SIESPACE Driver Information System is designed to provide real time information to motorists. When configured as a Parking Guidance System (PGI) this information could include the availability of car park spaces within a given area. Once configured the system is designed to work in a fully automatic mode with only minor attention required by the operators to clear paper from printers etc. On powerup the system will start automatically.
System Objects System Objects SIESPACE uses icons on the map window to respresent equipment in the system. These are sometimes refered to as objects. Other logical, or conceptual things such as parking zones are known as objects. The objects current supported by SIESPACE are as follows: 1. Signs Represent the signs on the street. 2.
Signs - Overview Signs - Overview A Sign is a display device that is capable of displaying variable messages to a motorist or pedestrian. The messages may simply be fixed strings such as SPACES or CLOSED, or directional arrows, or free text variable messages allowing any text string to be displayed.
Sign Types Sign Types SIESPACE currently supports three types of sign: 1. Rotating Prism Signs 2. VMS Signs 3. Remote Signs Of course within each type of sign, may be signs from different manufacturers, or of different technologies. Rotating Prism Signs Rotating prism signs use a electro mechanical technology to display a fixed set of messages. The messages are attached to the faces of mechanical components which rotate within the sign enclosure.
Parking Zones - Overview Parking Zones - Overview A zone is defined as a controlled area composed of one or more car parks and controlling one signs. A zone provides the link between the status of a car park and the control of the driver information signs. From information regarding the status of the assigned car parks the zone will determine a status for itself. The zone will then use its own status to determine the setting for the sign assigned to it.
Zones - Configuration Zones - Configuration To view and configure Parking Zones, click the Zone button on the main tool bar. The following dialog box is displayed: The dialog shows the list of parking zones currently configured in the system. The Zone Status box shows the current state and total capacity for the currently selected zone. The Zone Equipment box shows the car park(s) and sign(s) currently included in the selected zone. To add a new zone 1. Click the 'New...' button.
Zones - Configuration To edit a zone 1. In the list of zones, select the zone that you wish to edit. 2. Click the 'Edit...' button. 3. The Define Zone dialog box is then shown, allowing you to edit the zone. To rename a zone 1. In the list of zones, select the zone that you wish to rename. 2. Click the 'Rename...' button. A dialog box is displayed asking for the new name for the zone. 3. Enter the new name for the zone and click OK. To delete a zone 1.
Defining a Zone Defining a Zone To define a zone, select 'Edit...' from the Zones dialog box. The following dialog is displayed: Equipment The Equipment tab allows you to define which Car Parks and Signs are associated with this zone. To add equipment to the zone 1. In the list on the right hand side of the dialog, select the devices that you wish to add to the zone.
Defining a Zone On this dialog, specify the state thresholds (as percentages of the total capacity) for the zone. file:///A|/html/define_zone.
Zones - States to Sign Legends Zones - Sign State Legends When a zone changes state, SIESPACE automatically sets the associated signs to an appropriate legend. This dialog box is used to select which legend should be shown for each zone state. To define the Zone State Legends, select 'State Legends...' from the Zones dialog box. The following dialog is displayed: By default, when a zone changes state the legend to be set on the sign is taken from the default state-legend settings.
Zones - States to Sign Legends 2. For each zone state, specify the ID of the legend that should be displayed on the associated signs. Currently, only numeric legend ID's may be entered in this dialog box. To specify that a sign should use alternative state-legend settings 1. Select the sign in the left hand list. 2. Click the 'Use Specific' button. The sign moves to the right hand list. 3. Click the 'Edit Sign Legends...' button to associate legends with zone states for the sign.
Remote Systems - Overview Remote Systems - Overview In SIESPACE terms, a remote system is any other system which may take an interest in the equipment that SIESPACE controls, the information it provides, and the facilities it offers. Furthermore SIESPACE may utilise the faiclities of remote systems to control equipment or gather information.
UTC system UTC system An external Urban Traffic Control (UTC) system which is linked to the SIESPACE system. The UTC system can have count sites or signs connected to its own communications system. The information from these count sites can be passed to the SIESPACE system for the purposes of determining car park occupancies, SIESPACE can also request that the UTC set signs on its own communications system. file:///A|/html/lert9u3x.
Overriding a Sign Overriding a Sign The system allows an operator with sufficient permissions to override a sign, causing the system to ignore parking zone settings and remote system settings. To override a sign, select the Sign Override Button from within the Sign Information Window , or select "Override" from the sign context menu. The following window is then displayed: When the window appears, it shows how the sign is currently being driven. Sign enabled file:///A|/html/sign_overriding.
Overriding a Sign Automatically set by SIESPACE or a remote system The SIESPACE system, (or an external system such as UTC) sets the sign automatically. The SIESPACE system selects the appropriate legend depending upon the current state of its associated parking zone. Overridden The sign is overridden (forced) to a particular legend. Changes in the state of the sign's associated parking zone (and settings requested by a remote system) do not affect the legend displayed on the sign.
Overriding a Sign To remove an operator override 1. Select the 'Automatically set by SIESPACE or a remote system' radio button. 2. Click on the 'OK' button. file:///A|/html/sign_overriding.
Security - Permissions Group Permissions The group permissions dialog box allows you to defines which operations may be performed and which devices are accessible to members of the group. file:///A|/html/lert2rqr.
Security - Permissions Permissions The Permissions tab allows you to define which operations can be performed by members of the group. To grant permissions to the group 1. In the list on the right hand side of the dialog, select the permissions that you wish to grant to the group. Note: You can select several permission types by dragging the mouse around a group of them, or by holding down CTRL and clicking individual items in the list. 2.
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Security - Permissions To allow access to all devices 1. Select the 'Show all devices' radio button. To allow access to selected devices only 1. Select the 'Show selected devices' radio button. 2. In the list on the right hand side of the dialog, select the devices that you wish to make accessible (visible) to the group. Note: You can select several devices by dragging the mouse around a group of them, or by holding down CTRL and clicking individual items in the list. 3.
Sign Common Functions Sign - Information Window Double clicking on the sign icon on the map will cause the following window to be displayed: You can also access the sign information window by: ● ● Single click on the sign's icon to select the sign (and display it's blue selection handles press the return key. Right click on the sign's icon to get the context-menu and select Information.
Sign Common Functions Operation of the View Sign Details Button provides you with information regarding the current configuration of the sign. You cannot edit any parameters from this function. Operation of the Edit Sign Details Button brings up the sign configuration window. From this menu you (with the correct level of access) can alter the sign parameters. Legends Button brings up the legends definition window.
Sign Common Functions or being overriden, and whether the current luminance setting is Dim or Bright. file:///A|/html/sign_common_func.
Sign - Context Menu Sign - Context Menu Right clicking with the mouse on a sign's icon on the map will cause a context menu to be displayed. This allows you to perform operations on the sign you have selected. The options on the context menu perform the following functions: Information Display the Sign Information Window Faults Display an ordered list of the last 50 faults that have occurred on the selected sign.
Viewing Sign Faults Viewing Sign Faults Selecting faults form the sign context menu causes the Device Fault Status window to be displayed. The last 50 faults will be listed in reverse order. Any outstanding faults will be marked as CURRENT. file:///A|/html/sign_viewing_faults.
Sign Configuration Sign Configuration Sign configuration details are available from the sign information window or through the sign's context menu. The details are displayed in the same way as when adding a sign. Not all users have the correct permissions to be able to modify the sign's configuration. file:///A|/html/sign_config.
Add Sign Add Sign When the Add Sign Button is selected from the equipment definition toolbar, and a map position selected an add sign window will be presented: The information added to the fields of the window will depend on the type of sign to be added. The system is designed to support a variety of sign types and communications links and protocols. Each sign needs to be configured with the messages it is going to display and the communications system used to link SIESPACE to the sign.
Add Sign Each type of sign will require different details to complete the configuration: ● ● ● VMS Signs Details Rotating Prism Signs Details Remote Signs Details When the sign details have been completed it is necessary to complete details of how the sign is to be communicated with for VMS and Rotating Prism signs. When all details have been entered the Store button may be used to cause the new sign to be processed, or Close followed by a confirmation to disregard the changes.
VMS Sign Details VMS Sign Details Address The address is used to uniquely identify the sign on a single communications channel - it can take the values 1-254. If you select an address that has already been used on the same modem that you selected on the Communications tab the system will suggest that you are trying to create a multi-line sign. SCN The SCN that other systems may refer to this sign with. Rows How many rows are there on this sign.
Multi Line Signs Multi Line Signs Multi Line Signs in SIESPACE are used to logically subdivide a physical sign with many rows into smaller signs. For example a sign with 3 rows of 10 characters could be configured as 3 logical signs, each with 1 row of 10 characters, or 2 logical signs, one with 1 row of 10 characters and one with 2 rows of 10 characters, or as 1 logical sign with 3 rows of 10 characters. The SIESPACE client treats each logical sign as a seperate sign on the map window.
Rotating Prism Sign Details Rotating Prism Sign Details The Outstation Transmission Unit (OTU) is the device used to enable the Instation to communicate with Rotating Plank Signs. A Radio Base Station and Radio Out Station are also part of this system as shown in the diagram of the OTU Communications System. The Radio Outstation is allocated an Address and RF channel which is set up using DIP switches within the unit.
Rotating Prism Sign Details Defines which output/input port on the OTU the current sign control bits are designated to. Port No 0 designates the "Bits for Sign" to reference output port 0 and input port 0 of the controlling OTU Port Number Port No 1 designates the "Bits for Sign" to reference output port 1 and input port 1 of the controlling OTU. See OTU Equipment Description Bits for the sign A rotating plank sign is controlled by opening and closing a set of contacts connected to the drive electronics.
OTU Equipment Description OTU Equipment Specification The equipment used is the standard Siemens OTU as used for urban traffic equipment . Full details are provided in Siemens handbook part No 666/HB/43100/000 and installation guide 666/HE/43100/000. The unit is driven only through the handset port and therefore does not require any configuration for connection to Tele 12 equipment. The OTU Firware should be at Issue 7 or greater, and the PLD should be variant 106 at Issue 1 or greater.
Radio Modem Setup RDT Radio Modem Setup The RDT radio modems are setup to different configurations depending upon which protocol they are required carry. The protocols currently available are the UVMS protocol, OTU protocol, NMCS2 protocol, FP2001 protocol. It is not recommended to use the NMCS2 (or 5 byte) protocol over RDT radios unless signal strength is exceptionally good. Each protocol requires its own base station radio or channel. Not all SIESPACE systems will use all the protocols.
Radio Modem Setup SW2.2 = OFF SW2.3 = ON SW2.4 = ON :Parity Enabled SW2.5 = OFF :Even Parity SW2.6 = OFF :7 Bits SW2.7 = ON SW2.8 = OFF :1 Bit Set SW1.1 to OFF ( This captures the settings of the other switches into memory). Without moving SW1.1 set all the other switches to OFF Without moving SW1.1 set switch SW1.4 to ON. (Default Channel 1 ) OTU Outstation modems The outstation modems require to be fitted with the standard RDT software version 2.2 or above.
Radio Modem Setup SW2.1 = OFF :1200 baud SW2.2 = OFF SW2.3 = ON SW2.4 = OFF :Parity Disable SW2.5 = OFF SW2.6 = ON :8 Bits SW2.7 = OFF SW2.8 = OFF :1 Bit Set SW1.1 to OFF (This captures the settings of the other switches into memory). Without moving SW1.1 set all the other switches to OFF The modem now requires to have its individual address and channel number set. This must be done without moving switch SW1.1 RF channels are set on SW1.4 to SW1.8 as a binary code indicating the channel Number. SW1.
Radio Modem Setup SW1.4 = ON : RS485 SW1.5 = OFF : 500mW SW1.6 = OFF SW1.7 = OFF SW 1.8 = OFF SW2.1 = ON :2400 baud SW2.2 = ON SW2.3 = OFF SW2.4 = OFF :Parity Disable SW2.5 = OFF SW2.6 = OFF :9 Bits SW2.7 = OFF SW2.8 = OFF :1 Bit Set SW1.1 to OFF (This captures the settings of the other switches into memory). Without moving SW1.1 set all the other switches to OFF The modem now requires to have its individual address and channel number set. This must be done without moving switch SW1.
Remote Sign Details Remote Sign Details In order to communicate with a remote sign, configure the SCN of the sign on the remote system you have selected. SIESPACE will internally work out how to communicate to the remote system using a database set up when the system is installed. The administrator of the remote system will be able to inform you of the correct SCN to use. file:///A|/html/sign_remote_details.
Sign Communications Details Sign Communication Details Once you have chosen the typs of sign that you are configuring the choice of communications mechanism is limited by two things: ● ● The available communication systems for the type of sign The available modems configured on your system at installation time When you select the Communications tab for the sign, you will presented with a list of modems to choose from.
Sign Communications Details RDT Radio Modem (Serial Control) * Remote Signs Connection of the Sign to the remote system that controls it is unknown to SIESPACE. Connection to the remote system uses the following protocols and interfaces. Communications Protocol/Interface SIEMENS SIESPACE Remote Systems Protocol TCP/IP over Ethernet * file:///A|/html/sign_comms.
How to Assign Legends to Signs How to Assign Legends to Signs See Sign Legends file:///A|/html/how_assign_legends_to_signs.
Sign - Legends Sign - Legends When the Legends Button is operated from within the signs window the following window will be presented. SCN The SCN of the sign is displayed in the title bar of the window - in this case 'VMS2-1'. For a rotating prism sign the SCN field is assigned automatically when the sign is created. Legends Assigned This field shows the messages that are currently available for selection on this sign.
Sign - Legends The ID of a legend (or message) defines the message number which is received from the zone. The Legend Assigned shows the defined legend which will be output to the sign. In the case of a rotating plank sign this legend is expressed as a number. The number as expressed in the Legend Assigned field is interpreted by the sign control software into a bit pattern. This bit pattern is used to drive the sign via an OTU. On a rotating plank sign the legend number is translated into a bit pattern.
Sign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend Details Sign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend Details Legend ID The Legend ID is a 4 character alpha numeric string which identifies the message. The Legend ID is used by the zone to select the message to be output on the sign in response to a zone state change. Note: When editing an existing legend, the Legend ID cannot be changed and this field is disabled. Scenarios This is a free format text field into which information as to the use of the sign can be entered.
Sign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend Details Sign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend Text Legend Text This area shows the text defined for the legend (and any fields which are contained within the legend). Note: When adding a new legend, the legend is initially blank. When editing a legend, the currently defined legend text is shown. The example shown above contains 4 fields, all of type 'Other Sign Legend'. Available Fields Shows the types of fields which can be placed into the legend.
Sign - Add/Edit Legend - Legend Details To add a field to the legend 1. Drag the appropriate field type from the Available Fields section and drop it into the legend text area at the desired position. 2. The following dialog box is displayed: 3. Enter the length of the field and click on OK. 4. The field is then displayed in the legend text. Note: When a field exists in a legend, it obscures any 'static' legend text defined below it. To reposition a field Drag the field to its new location.
How to Define New Legends How to Define New Legends See Sign Legends file:///A|/html/how_define_new_legends.
Security - Overview Security - Overview The system security is controlled by the limiting of the use of the system to defined users. Each user is required to have a user name and an individual password. The facilities which the user is allowed to access are also definable. Throughout SIESPACE, if the currently logged on user does not have permission to carry out a function, the menu option or button will be disabled and greyed as an indication.
Security - Change Password Security - Changing Your Password The Change Password option of the Security menu is available to all users. It allows the current user to change his own password. If selected, the following window is displayed: Login Name: This field shows the name of the currently logged on user. Enter your current or 'old' password here. The user is required to enter their old password into this field to ensure that an unauthorised user does not maliciously alter a password.
Logging On/Off Logging On & Off A user must log on using a user name and a password before the facilities of the system can be fully accessed. The level of access that each operator is allowed is defined when the user account is set up by the system administrator via the security menu. SIESPACE can support multiple client PCs. Because the system can only support one user at each client you cannot log on whilst another user is already logged in at the client PC.
Logging On/Off Logging Off To log off, click the Logoff button on the menu bar, or select 'Log Out' from the File menu. Related Topics To change your password, select 'Change Password' from the Security menu. SIESPACE has an automatic logout feature which will automatically log off a user who has not used their SIESPACE client for a configured period. This protects the system and user from unauthorised access. file:///A|/html/lert0gh2.
Automatic Logout Automatic Logout The SIESPACE client is often configured to automatically log out the user when they have remained inactive for a given period. Inactivity means not moving the mouse, clicking, or typing at the keyboard. The system will sound an audible alarm for the 30 seconds prior to automatically logging the operator out. file:///A|/html/automatic_logout.
Security - Users Security - Users This dialog box allows users to be added, removed, have their passwords reset, and their group membership defined. Note: The dialog box is displayed in read-only mode (buttons are disabled) if the currently logged on user has 'View Security' permission but does not have 'Modify Security' permission. Name The name drop down list allows a user to be selected from all the currently configured users.
Security - Users Clear Password This button clears or resets the password of the currently selected user to be cleared. The user will now not require a password to log on. This facility can be used when a user reports that they have forgotten their password. Close The Close button closes the window.
Security - Groups Security - Groups Group membership is used to assign the level of access that users have. A group is defined as a set of permissions which are then assigned to a set of users. A user may be a member of zero, one or more groups. ● ● ● A user who is not a member of any group will have no permissions. A user who is a member of one group will have the set of permissions assigned to that group.
Security - Groups To copy a group 1. In the list of groups, select the group that you wish to copy. 2. Click the 'Copy...' button. A dialog box is displayed asking for the name of the new group. 3. Enter a name for the new group and click OK. Note: This copies the group permissions to a new group name, it does not copy the members of the group. The new group will have no members until they have been assigned in the users dialog box. To rename a group 1.
Status Panel Status Panel This panel shows the current logged on user, and any recent cleared or uncleared faults. The status panel is used to indicate live operational status of the system. The panel can be configured to provide an audible indication when a fault occurs and to automatically appear on the user interface. SIESPACE reports many types of fault to help diagnose problems with equipment. The status panel can be made visible from the main toolbar using the status panel button.
Status Panel Alarm The alarm indicator flashes to indicate a new message has been added to the list. The flashing can be acknowledged by the operating one of the confirm buttons. Confirm Selected If one or more messages are selected in the message window, this button will confirm or acknowledge them. When acknowledged the messages will be greyed out and if there are no more unacknowledged messages the Alarm indicator will stop flashing.
SIESPACE Reported Faults Faults Reported by SIESPACE SIESPACE reports a comprehensive set of faults in order to diagnose problems and malfunctioning equipment quickly. A brief description of each of the faults is given below, together with information for maintenance engineers to aid diagnosis. Sign Faults Error Code Fault Name Meaning of Fault Sign: Communication Error The SIESPACE system is unable to contact the sign in order to set it, or verify its condition.
SIESPACE Reported Faults Sign: Power Failed The sign has detected that the mains power supply has failed to the sign. Unless the power has been restored subsequently the sign will have been blanked. Not all signs have a battery backup, enabling them to inform the SIESPACE instation of power failure. Sign: LED Failure The sign has detected that one or more LED characters have failed. An indication of the number of failed characters is usually available.
SIESPACE Reported Faults 400 401 402 403 404 405 Car Park: Overflow The car park occupancy is currently higher than the capacity of the car park allows for. The car park may allow the occupancy to rise without check, or clip it at a configured maximum. This can occur through a large number of cars circulating inside the car park looking for a space, or though operator adjustment of the occupancy, or though double parking of vehicles within the car park.
SIESPACE Reported Faults 406 407 408 Car Park: Loop Stuck One of the detectors responsible for counting vehicles into or out of the car park is faulty. The detector is reporting a vehicle is permentantly being detected this could mean a vehicle parked on an entrance, or a loop having been damaged. The SIESPACE instation will revert to using historical occupancy data. Car Park: Loop Not Detecting One of the detectors responsible for counting vehicles into or out of the car park is faulty.
The SIEMENS Helpdesk Software Support For customers who have a software support agreement SIEMENS provide support in three ways: a. Regular Software Updates b. Fault Fixes or Patches c. SIESPACE/UTC Customer Support Desk For full details about what support is provided, and the detailed procedures for obtaining the support, please refer to your Software Support Agreement Contract.
Menu & Toolbar Overview User Interface - Menu & Toolbar Overview The menu and toolbar are used to access functions which relate to the whole system, such as configuration, security, and reports. Often, the same functions are found on both the menu and the tool bar. Main Tool Bar The main tool bar is displayed when the user interface is not being used to add new devices to the system.
Menu & Toolbar Overview The main menu allows access to most of the functions of the main toolbar with some additional facilities. Only the additional facilities are described here - refer above for the functions of the main toolbar. The File Menu Allows you to Log Off or shutdown the user interface. The Map Menu Allows you to: ● ● Define custom Map Views Perform functions which manipulate the map, i.e. zoom in or out.
Custom Map Views Map Views The system allows each user to define a set of custom Map Views. When one or more custom views have been defined, you can switch between them to change which devices are shown on the map. Note: The system provides a predefined map view named '(Default)'. This view displays all devices on the system and you cannot edit this view. If you have not defined any custom map views then only the '(Default)' view may be selected on the map. To define map views, select 'Define Views...
Custom Map Views To copy a view 1. In the list of views, select the view that you wish to copy. 2. Click the 'Copy...' button. A dialog box is displayed asking for the name of the new view. 3. Enter a name for the new view and click OK. To rename a view 1. In the list of views, select the view that you wish to rename. 2. Click the 'Rename...' button. A dialog box is displayed asking for the new name for the view. 3. Enter the new name for the view and click OK. To delete a view 1.
Defining a Custom Map View Defining a Map View To define a Map View, select 'Edit...' from the Map Views dialog box. The following dialog is displayed: View Devices The View Devices tab allows you to select which devices will be shown on the map when this view is selected. To add device(s) to the view 1. In the list on the right hand side of the dialog, select the devices that you wish to add to the view.
Defining a Custom Map View 2. Click the 'Hide >>' button to remove the selected devices from the view. View Options The View Options tab allows you to select the level of detail that will be displayed for each type of device when this view is selected. For each type of device, the following options are available: Show location The object will be visible on the map with a small coloured dot indicating its position. No operator control over the object will be possible because its icon will not be shown.
Operating Modes Operating Modes Information Mode Selecting the information button puts the system in normal operating mode. This allows the system to run and the operator to carry out various editing and interrogation functions on the equipment. The operator can also use the system report functions. Equipment Definition Mode Selecting the Equipment Definition button allows new equipment (signs, car parks and count sites) to be defined on the overview map.
User Interface - Equipment Definition User Interface - Equipment Definition Selecting the Equipment Definition Toolbar allows new equipment (signs, car parks and count sites) to be defined on the overview map. When the icon is selected from the main tool bar the Equipment Definition tool bar replaces the main toolbar on the display. Add Sign button When this button is selected, the cursor turns to a cross, and a point can be selected to position a sign on the map.
Add Car Park Add Car Park When the Add Car Park Button is selected from the equipment definition tool the following window will be presented: Each tab on the window collects together different facets of information that may be required about the car park in order to add it to the system. 1. 2. 3. 4.
Car Park Configuration - Basic Information Car Park Configuration - Basic Information Car Park Name This field specifies the name of the car park that will appear in the banner on the overview map. This field is required. Description This is an optional field and can be used for any information that is of use to the operator. Typical uses are a contact name and phone number, or details of opening and closing times of the car park. The field length is limited to 50 characters.
Car Park Configuration - Thresholds Car Park Configuration - Thresholds There are four thresholds which define when the car park changes state. When numbers are increasing, the state is defined as SPACES until the ALMOST FULL increasing threshold is reached, this state is maintained until the FULL threshold is reached. When numbers are decreasing from FULL the state changes to ALMOST FULL when the ALMOST FULL decreasing threshold is reached, then to SPACES when the decreasing SPACES threshold is reached.
Car Park Configuration - Car Park Configuration - Advanced Thresholds file:///A|/html/carpark_config_thresh_adv.
Car Park Configuration - State Change Delays Car Park Configuration - State Change Delays These fields define a delay in minutes (between 1 and 15) for changes from ALMOST FULL and from FULL. The delays have a similar effect to the differences between increasing and decreasing thresholds in that they introduce hysteresis. They are used for small capacity car parks, where it is not possible to have differences between increasing and decreasing thresholds that are large enough to stabilize the system.
Car Park Configuration - Zones Car Park Configuration - Zones This field shows details of associated zones, but this can not be changed from this window. Once the car park has been created it will become available to be allocated to zones (see Zones). When the car park has been allocated to a zone or a number of zones, the references will appear in this field. If you are adding a new car park you will not be able to access this car park.
Car Park Configuration - Communications Car Park Configuration - Communications Back to Zones file:///A|/html/carpark_config_comms.
Add Count Site Add Count Site When the Add Count Site button is selected from the equipment definition tool bar the following window will be presented. Descriptions of the fields within this window are shown below: Loop Name This is a field that must be completed and defines the name of the count site that will appear in the banner on the overview map Description This is a free format text field into which a short description of the site can be entered.
Add Count Site OTU Address If the count site is not configured as a UTC count site, this field defines the address on the RF channel of the OTU through which the site is accessed. OTU Loop If the count site is not configured as a UTC count site, this field defines which loop on the OTU is defined for this site. Store This button is used to store the updates done to the form in this edit session. If you wish to abandon the edits then select "Close" before selecting "Store".
Sheduler Scheduler The Scheduler provides a means of programming operator actions into the system ahead of the required time. The Scheduler also provides for regular events which occur on a weekly cycle to be programmed on a day of week basis. The Scheduler function is selected from the overview map menus, or from the main toolbar.
Sheduler basis. The functional buttons provide the following facilities: Add Adds a new schedule. View Shows the selected schedule's details, but does not allow the details to be changed. Edit Shows the selected schedule's details, allowing changes to be made. Delete Deletes the selected schedule. Close Closes this dialog box.
Sheduler Schedules 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 preference to a day of week schedule for that day. The form provides the following fields: Name The name of the schedule. Days Specifies on which days of the week this schedule will be run. Only one schedule can be active on any day. If the day has been already specified in another schedule then the system will not allow you save your changes.
Reports Reports To produce a Report, first click on the Reports button The Reports dialog box is displayed: on the main toolbar. Some reports apply to the system as a whole, whilst others may apply to an individual car park or sign. Reports are configured differently depending on the use of the SIESPACE system. Some commonly available reports are: Active Faults These are faults which are currently present (uncleared) on the system.
Reports Operational Log The operational log records the actions of users on the system, for example: logging on, logging off, car park or sign overrides, configuration changes, etc. The log records each action together with the date, time and operator identity. Sign Settings The log record setting of signs on an individual sign basis. The data is held for up to 7 days depending upon activity. Weighted Averages Weighted averages files are available on a per car park basis.
Reports Where a report extends onto several pages, the following icons allow the pages to be viewed:- Click the 'Front' button to go to the front page of the report. Click the 'Next page' button Click the 'Previous page' Click the 'Back page' Click the 'Print' to move to the next page. button to go to the previous page. button to go to the last page of the report. button to send the report to the system printer. To alter the zoom level of the displayed report, click the 'Zoom' button.
Changing the Map View Changing the Map View The operator's view of the map can be changed from the main menu's Map menu: The menu selections have the following functions: Define Views Allows you to define custom map views, determining which devices are displayed on the map. Zoom Controls Displays a toolbar which allows you to quickly zoom in or out of the map in the same way that this menu does Pan View Provides a quick way to navigate around a large map when viewing it at high detail.
Changing the Map View ● Display the Pan View ● Zoom In ● Zoom Out ● Whole Map ● Large Scale ● Zoom 50% ● Zoom in on the cursor location Pan View The pan view allows you to pick up the small inner box - which represents the visible screen area and place it anywhere on the outer box, which represents the whole map. When you release your mouse the map window will update to the new view. file:///A|/html/changing_map_view.
Car Parks - Overview Car Parks - Overview A car park is defined as an area with entrances and exits monitored by count sites. Data from the count sites are used to determine the occupancy of the car park.
User Interface User Interface The SIESPACE user interface (or client) is divided into two main sections: 1. The Menu and Toolbar 2. The Map Window file:///A|/html/lert28it.
User Interface The menu and toolbar are used to access system functions such as configuration, reports, and security. They typically affect the user interface (or client), the system as a whole, or all devices in the system. The map window is a graphical represenation of the geographical area in which the system operates. The backdrop is typically configured as a plan or map of the region, but could be any suitable image.
Map Window Overview User Interface - Map Window Overview A VDU displays an overview map of the area being controlled. At the top of the map is a tool bar with buttons that can be selected by the operator in order to carry out various functions. The equipment used by the system must initially be defined, the way this is done is explained below. The equipment consists of Car Parks, Count Sites and Signs.
Car Park - Icon Car Park - Icon A car park is defined as an area whose entrances and exits are monitored using count sites A car park has a defined capacity. The occupancy of a car park is defined as the number of cars currently parked within the car park and is determined from the information obtained from the car parks count sites.
Car Park - Icon The window displays the current state, occupancy and fill rate of the car park. The window's toolbar contains the following buttons: Clicking the state Manual override button will allow you to override (or change) the car park occupancy and View details button will open a windows showing the current configuration of the car park. Clicking the The information contained within this window is the same as the information contained within the Edit Configuration form.
Count Sites - Overview Count Sites - Overview A count site is a location on the system at which the number of passing vehicles can be determined. Count sites are configured to individual car parks. A count site can be added to the system by means of the user interface (see Equipment Definition). The configuration details can be viewed and edited by selecting the appropriate equipment icon on the overview map (see User Interface/Equipment Icons on the Overview Map). file:///A|/html/lert2jw3.
Car Parks - Override Status Overriding a Car Park This facility is available either through the car park icon's Manual override button context menu on the car park icon. , or via the right click Assuming no previous state override is already in place the following window will appear: This window allows you to override a car park in two ways: 1. Car Park State Override. This forces the car park to a fixed state.
Overriding a Car Park State Overriding a Car Park State The car park override window allows manual override of the current state of the car park. The override states available are: Automatic No override. The system automatically determines the state of the car park according to its current occupancy and the state-change thresholds defined for the car park. or overridden to: Spaces The car park is locked into the Spaces state. Almost Full The car park is locked into the Almost Full state.
Overriding Car Park Occupancy Overriding a Car Park's Occupancy The car park override window allows the current occupancy of the car park to be altered. To alter the current occupancy of the car park, select the 'Override occupancy to:' checkbox and type the required occupancy value into the box. Select the 'OK' button to action the override.
Car Parks - View/Edit Car Park Details Car Parks - Viewing or Editing Car Park Configuration It is possible to view or edit the configuration of a car park that has previously been added to the system. This is done with though the view details button , or the edit configuration button. Both of these functions are also available as functions of the car park icon's context menu (View Properties, Properties). Whichever option is chosen the same window will be displayed.
Car Parks - Associated Count Sites Car Parks - Associated Count Sites If a car park count is to be maintained by the summation of a number of count sites, it is necessary to configure which count sites are 'IN' counts, and which are 'OUT' counts for the car park. To configure this, click the "Associated Loops...
Car Parks - Associated Count Sites Deassign Deassigns the currently selected loop in the "Assigned Loops" list from this car park. The loop moves to the "Available Loops" list. To add an Entry loop to the car park 1. Select the 'Entry Loops' radio button. 2. In the 'Available loops' list, select the loop that you wish to assign to this car park. 3. Click the 'Assign' button. 4. Select 'Store' to save your changes. To remove an Entry loop from the car park 1. Select the 'Entry Loops' radio button. 2.
Count Site - Icon Count Site - Icon The parameters provided can be configured by a user with the correct level of privilege by selecting the edit icon. Selecting the overview and then the edit icons presents the following form The form provides the following fields Loop Name This field allows the site name to be entered. The text entered within this field will be used on the overview banner for the site name.
Count Site - Icon OTU Address This field defines the address on the RF channel of the OTU through which the site is accessed. OTU Loop This field defines which loop on the OTU is defined for this site. Store This button is used to store the updates done to the form in this edit session. If you wish to abandon the edits then select "Close" before selecting "Store". Close This button is used to close the current form.
Operational Procedures Operational Procedures This section of the help file contains procedures that are commonly carried out by SIESPACE operators. Not all operators will be able to carry out all of these procedures though due to the level of permissions they have been granted. Amongst the procedures in this section are: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Adjusting Car Park Occupancy Adjusting Car Park Occupancy It may be necessary to re-align the car park occupancy with a value observed at the car park. This might happen through counting errors, or special operational circumstances. In this case, a confirmed occupancy value from the car park operator can be entered into the system to replace the existing occupancy value. To do this, use the Car Park Override facility which is accessible from the car park icon's right click context menu.
Backup Procedure SIESPACE Backup Procedure It is important to back up the SIESPACE system in case any of the computer hardware fails, or system data is accidentally deleted. In addition the system disks would eventually fill up if historical data about the system was not archived and deleted periodically. This procedure tells you how to go about doing this. Backup Schedule A CD backup should be created once a month.
Backup Procedure Selecting the Files to be Backed Up The following files should be backed up: file:///A|/html/backup.
Backup Procedure 1. PREFECT Database Assuming you have a connected PREFECT system... If PREFECT is running, you must shut it down before attempting to back up its database. This ensures that data held in memory is written to the PREFECT database before you back it up. Don't forget, when you've finished backing up the system, you will need to restart PREFECT. Shutdown the PREFECT software only. Do NOT shutdown the entire computer.
Backup Procedure Setting the CD ROM Format After you have added all the required files to the CD, select "CD Layout Properties" from the "File" menu in the Easy CD Creator software. file:///A|/html/backup.
Backup Procedure A dialog box is displayed. Select the "Data Settings" tab (shown below). Ensure the file system is set to "JOLIET". This format allows preserves long file names on the disc (other formats may convert the file names to 8 characters with a 3 character extension). Setting the CD ROM’s Label file:///A|/html/backup.
Backup Procedure In the dialog box above, click the "Properties" button. The following dialog box appears: Type a meaningful name for the CD in the "Volume Label" box. You could label the CD with the date that it was created, for example. Note that characters such as ‘-‘ and ‘/’ are not permitted in volume labels. A label such as "Jun 1999" is permitted. Click OK. This takes you back to the "CD Layout Properties" dialog box. file:///A|/html/backup.
Backup Procedure Click OK. This takes you back to the main Easy CD Creator window. Writing the CD When you are ready to write the CD, click on the "Record" button on the Easy CD Creator toolbar. The following dialog box is displayed: file:///A|/html/backup.
Backup Procedure Select the "Advanced" tab (shown below): file:///A|/html/backup.
Backup Procedure Select the "Close Disc" radio button. This write-protects the disc and allows it to be read back in any standard CD-ROM drive. The Summary tab provides information about the disc to be written: file:///A|/html/backup.
Backup Procedure When you are ready to write the CD, select OK. Checking the CD Once the CD writing has completed, check that the CD has been written correctly before deleting the archived files from the system. To check that the CD has written successfully: Insert the CD into a CD-ROM on another machine (such as a Prefect PC, or other office PC). file:///A|/html/backup.
Backup Procedure Double-click the "My Computer" icon on the Desktop: In the window that appears, double-click the CD ROM icon: Check that a window is opened and the files that you archived are listed. Finishing Up Remove the CD ROM and store it in the correct location. Ensure that the CD and Jewel case are correctly labelled. If necessary restart the PREFECT software. Close the Easy CD Writer program and any open Explorer Windows.
Maintenance Procedures Maintenance Procedures This section of the help file contains procedures that are commonly carried out by SIESPACE maintainers and installers. Most operators will be unable to carry out any of the procedures contained in this section because they will not have the necessary permissions to do so. Typically a SIEMENS engineer will be involved in carrying out these procedures. Amongst the procedures in this section are: 1. How to set up a Multitech Modem for Leased Line Operation 2.
Multitech Modem Setup and Configuration Instructions Multitech Modem Setup and Configuration Instructions Introduction This document specifies how Multitech MultiModem II (MT2834BLK) modems can be set up and configured for a variety of applications. This document focuses on their use over leased lines in Urban Systems' applications. References The following list of references may prove useful if sufficient information is not contained herein.
Multitech Modem Setup and Configuration Instructions When the modems are working in a back to back situation, adjust the following settings using a terminal and the &W command to save settings to modem memory.
Multitech Modem Setup and Configuration Instructions XX= U-up for 2 wire leased line mode and D-down for 4 wire leased line mode. iiii) Ideal switch settings for Multi-Tech V32 series modems The settings are the same as the V32L but dip 2 does not change this modem for 2 or 4 WLL operation, this modem only works in 2WLL mode.
Testing a Sign Sign Testing It is sometimes necessary to verify the correct operation of a Sign under the control of SIESPACE. It may be that we need to know that an infrequently used rotating prism is not stuck, or a particular character in a VMS is functioning. Modern VMS signs using the SIEMENS UVMS protocol contain comprehensive internal testing and verification procedures that check communications to each character of the sign, and that the message being displayed is indeed what was requested.
Specifications Overview Specifications This section of the help file contains detailed specifications of the equipment used in a SIESPACE system. file:///A|/html/specific_ov.
Additional Help and Support Additional Help and Support Apart from this help file there are two ways of obatining help and resolving problems: ● ● If you have a software support agreement, SIEMENS provides a helpdesk If SIEMENS need to diagnose a problem, update configuration data, or upgrade software, there is a Remote Diagnostics System as part of SIESPACE.
How Remote Diagnostics Work How Remote Diagnostics Work The SIESPACE server PC at the instation is normally supplied with a modem to allow it to make and accept incoming telephone calls. This allows it to report self-diagnosed faults to the SIEMENS helpdesk, and to allow helpdesk staff to connect to the system and perform diagnostics or maintanence tasks.
System Overview System Overview The object of the system is to assist drivers when entering an urban area, by directing them to the most convenient car park for their needs that has spaces available. The geographical area containing car parks monitored by the system is typically divided into regions, so that drivers can first be directed to an area before selecting a specific car park. For example a city may be divided into north, south, east and west regions.
