Future Design MCT-CM, User Manual

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Once the connection is established, the current MCT display will be shown on your desktop. The image will be
a duplicate of what is on the MCT. As you manipulate the screen, the display of the MCT will also be
manipulated so that any local operator will be able to see what is happening and vice versa.
Multiple instances of the VNC viewer can be started on your PC. By running multiple viewers, you can have
access to multiple MCT controllers right from your desktop. The heading of each VNC viewer window will use
the
“VNC Device Name” entry for the header. By entering a unique name for each MCT, you can identify each
VNC connection and know which system you are accessing.
The VNC viewer is meant to be used for short term control access to the MCT. It is not meant for long term
monitoring of system operation. If long term monitoring access is desired, use the built-in web server of the
MCT or a PC with FDC software to monitor and control the MCT over its serial communications port. The web
server interface and PC software is designed for long term monitoring and status updates.
Due to the nature of VNC operation, and for security reasons, the VNC viewer connection should not be left
open on your desktop. The viewer connection should be opened in order to perform the necessary control
and/or status check of system operation, and then closed once the task is complete. Accidental manipulation
of the control or erroneous network activity could cause connection problems over the VNC interface and result
in the VNC server shutting down and requiring the MCT to be restarted in order to regain access.
NOTE: Some viewers may also contain additional features for file transfer and other high-level functions.
These functions are NOT compatible with the MCT. Any attempt to use them may cause the MCT VNC
server to malfunction and require power to be cycled in order to reboot the system. All viewers should
be used ONLY to monitor and manipulate the MCT as if you were standing directly in front of the unit
and touching the screen.