pathway VIA PWVIA RM P12, User Manual

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DISABLING SECURITY
With the launch of firmware version 6.1 for devices with a front panel display and encoder (PWPP RM and PWVIA
RM only) , it is possible to opt out of the security features altogether. This is designed primarily for the rental market where
devices may be shipped to various locations for use by different end users, where Domain passwords and Recovery Keys
may not be known.
This mode of operation is not a recommended practice . However, if the production is on a dark network with a known
crew, risk assessment may be weighed against convenience.
It is only possible to disable security settings from the front panel. It is not possible to do this from Pathscape. You must
perform this action from the Security Mode menu , which is only shown when no other security mode has been set, i.e.
when new from the factory, or after the device has been Factory Defaulted or had its Security Settings reset.
Security Mode
Wait for Pathscape to Secure
Local Configuration Only
Disable Security
Disable Security
Cancel
Opt Out of Security
• From the Security Mode menu shown on the LCD, turn the encoder to select Disable Security . In the submenu, confirm
by selecting Opt Out of Security again.
• You will then be able to access the menus. The device will appear in Pathscape with the Security Domain shown as
“ Disabled by User ”.
• On the front panel display, the bottom line will show “
Security: Disabled by User
” as a reminder and warning.
Devices set to Disabled by User will behave like legacy devices and are fully Read/Writable by Pathscape without needing
to be logged into a Domain .
These devices will be fully configurable, resettable and rebootable from any PC that has network access, including
unauthorized parties .
To re-enable Security on a device that has been Disabled by User , use the front panel to Reset Security settings, and add
the device to Pathscape as explained above.