ABUS TV3220 - Manual (Page 96)

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3.4.8 Using timers
In the ABUS VMS software, timers can be used to restrict the execution of a process to a set
time.
For example, if recording should only be made outside of normal business hours, then this
process can be restricted accordingly using a timer.
Setting up a time span
Time spans are simple time definitions used for carrying out recordings or specific actions
within a defined time period. This can be a specific day of the week or a specific date. The
following steps show how to set up a time span:
Open the system configuration and switch the view switch to the Actions view (point 3). Select
Timers from the list on the left.
Create a new timer using the New
button and give it a unique name
(e.g.
“Outside business hours”).
Select the type of time span.
Click on the Add button to create
a new time span.
Select the day(s) where the timer
should be activated (e.g. Monday
- Friday).
A time can be defined to the minute. Press and hold the left
mouse button in th
e “Times” field. Select the desired time
period (in this example, from 00:00 to 08:00 and 18:00 to
00:00).
Complete hours can also be selected by clicking on them.
Press OK to close the dialog and save your settings.
The timer is now ready for use. Switch to the Activations
point. The timer is now added to the timer list and can be
assigned to new or existing processes.
1. Select the “Actions” view
2. Click on the “Timer” point
3. Create a new timer
4. Select the time span
5. Add the time span