GAI-Tronics Sonic Alarm Sonic Alarm System Software Programming and User Manual - Manual (Page 6)

Pub. 42004-410A
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Sonic Console Software
The System Administrator can change the system configuration by using the Sonic Console software
package. The Sonic Console creates and maintains the software configuration file by methodically setting
data values using graphical screens and forms.
The .mio File
The file that is created by the Sonic Console program is identified with the file extension .mio. The .mio
file contains all system attributes and parameters that are entered using the various user screens in the
Sonic Console program.
The file name preceding the .mio extension can contain any characters recognized by Windows as a valid
file name. Generally the <filename>.mio is a descriptive name identifying the system or systems that it is
being used for. The .mio file can only be opened, edited, and saved using Sonic Console.
When changes are made, the file must be saved or the changes are lost. The file can be saved to any
folder, renamed, or deleted using Windows Explorer after it is initially saved using Sonic Console. The
file size depends on the content of the system being configured but generally is less than 1 Mb making it
small enough to be e-mailed or transferred to any available storage device.
A Word of Caution
Changing a system’s software configuration is not a trivial event, particularly in the case of a system used
for emergency notification. A critical component could fail to operate due to incorrect programming.
This could result in a potentially life-threatening situation.
For example, an emergency notification system could depend on manually activated switches to initiate a
safety alarm. All of the devices and equipment in the system may be installed and wired correctly, but an
incorrect or missing parameter in the configuration file could prevent the alarm from sounding.
The use of Sonic Console should be strictly limited to individuals who have been trained and certified on
the configuration software. Unauthorized use of Sonic Console should be strictly prohibited.