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Avid iNEWS®™ Console

Version 2.0.0 Setup on Microsoft® Windows™
Revision History
Date Revised Changes Made
24 October 2006 Initial Document Release

Important Information
Avid recommends that you read all the information in this ReadMe file thoroughly before installing or
using any new software release.

Note: Search the Avid Knowledge Base (http://www.avid.com/onlinesupport) for the most up-to-date
ReadMe file, which contains the latest information that might have become available after the
documentation was published.

This document describes compatibility issues with previous releases, hardware and software requirements,
software installation instructions, and summary information on system and memory requirements, when
applicable. This document also lists any hardware and/or software limitations.
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Contents
Hardware Requirements ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Installing on Windows...................................................................................................................................................... 3
Setup COM Ports.......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Install Console Software .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Manual Installation....................................................................................................................................................4
Edit Configuration File ................................................................................................................................................ 8
Known Limitations ........................................................................................................................................................... 9
Tested Operating Systems............................................................................................................................................ 9
Technical Support Information ........................................................................................................................................ 9
Accessing Online Support............................................................................................................................................ 9
Copyright and Disclaimer.......................................................................................................................................10

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Hardware Requirements
The minimum specifications for the computer that the iNEWS Console software will be installed on are as
follows:
CPU 1.0 GHz Pentium III
Memory 256MB RAM
Hard Drive 10GB or larger
Network Card Windows Compatible 10/100 Ethernet
Operating System Windows XP Professional, Service Pack 2
Keyboard Standard Windows Keyboard
Mouse Microsoft Compatible Mouse
Monitor 15” SVGA Monitor
USB One USB 1.1 or 2.0 available slot
USB-to-Serial SIIG USG to 4-port Serial (P/N: JU-HS4011)
Modem USA: Provided by iNEWS with purchase of Console Kit
Int’l: Hayes Compatible external modem
The SIIG USB to 4-port serial adapter (SIIG part number JU-HS4011) has been qualified for this
application.

Installing on Windows
This section provides information on installing the iNEWS Console software on a computer running
Microsoft® Windows XP Professional™ and uses a Serial-to-USB device.

Setup COM Ports

Any existing COM ports currently configured on the PC should be reassigned prior to installing additional
USB-to-Serial COM Ports.
Reassign any existing COM ports configured on the PC
NOTE: If the existing COM ports are already assigned to a COM port range above those needed by the new
USB-to-Serial COM ports, these steps may be skipped. An example would be an existing COM ports
already assigned to COM5.
1. Access the Windows Device Manager by first right clicking on My Computer either via the My
Computer icon on the desktop or via Start->My Computer and selecting Manage.
2. Select Device Manager on the Microsoft Management Console.
3. Expand the tree to access the Ports (COM & LPT).
4. Right click on the existing Communications Port (COM1) or (COM2).
Install USB-to-Serial COM Ports
1. Access the Windows Device Manager by first right clicking on My Computer either via the My
Computer icon on the desktop or via Start->My Computer and selecting Manage.

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Make sure that the new USB-to-Serial COM ports are assigned to COM1-4.

Install Console Software

Manual Installation
1. Create a directory for the Console files – C:\Program Files\Avid\Console\
2. Copy all Console files to the new directory from the iNEWS CD
3. Using Windows Explorer, open the C:\Program Files\Avid\Console\dct folder. Select all the files,
right-click, and select Properties. Clear the read-only attribute.
4. Delete keyboard.dct
5. Copy ibmx.kbd and rename the copied file to keyboard.dct
6. Delete videomap.dct
7. Copy color.vid and rename the copied file to videomap.dct
8. Open a Command Prompt- Start->Run> cmd
9. Run the following commands:
a. cd C:\Progra~1\Avid\Console\dct\
b. makemux ..\ -i
c. exit
10. Using Windows Explorer, right-click C:\Program Files\Avid\Console\console.exe and select Properties

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a. On the Compatibility tab, select the check box for “Run this program…” and select
Windows 95

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b. On the Misc tab, set Idle sensitivity to High

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c. On the Screen tab, set Usage to Full-screen

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d. On the Program tab, set Working path to “C:\Program Files\Avid\Console”

e. Select OK which creates a shortcut to console.exe

11. Copy the console shortcut to C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\Startup
to permit the console application to start automatically after the computer starts.

Edit Configuration File

Edit the console configuration file to ensure that the proper settings are entered for your configuration.
Edit the console configuration file
1. Using Microsoft WordPad, open the console configuration file. The default location is c:\Program
Files\Avid\Console\console.cfg.
2. Set the IO addresses for the four computers (or modem) are set for 3f8, 2f8, 3e8, and 2e8
respectively. Be sure to use the “hostess” keyword and not the “portaddress” keyword.
3. Set the IRQ’s for the four computers (or modem) to 4, 3, 4, and 3 respectively.
4. Set the speed for the four computers (or modem) to 9600.
5. Save the file.

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Known Limitations
This section provides information on known limitations that were not addressed in this release. Any
available workaround procedures are also documented, when possible.

Note: For limitations related to compatibility of this release with previous versions/other products,
see the section of this document entitled, Compatibility Issues.

Tested Operating Systems

This version has only been tested with Microsoft Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2.

Technical Support Information

Most products feature a number of coverage options. Avid Assurance service offerings are designed to
facilitate your use of Avid solutions. Service options include extended telephone coverage, automatic
software maintenance, extended hardware warranty, and preferred pricing on replacement parts. Offerings
and options may vary by product and are not available for all products.
For more information regarding Avid’s service offerings, visit www.avid.com/support or call Avid Sales at
800-949-AVID (800-949-2843).
Program availability and details might vary depending on geographic location and are subject to change
without notice. Contact your local Avid office or your local Avid Reseller for complete program
information and pricing. However, if you need help locating an Avid office or Avid Reseller near you,
please visit www.avid.com or call in North America 800-949-AVID (800-949-2843). International users
call 978-275-2480.

Accessing Online Support

Avid Online Support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Search the Knowledge Base to find
answers, to view error messages, to access troubleshooting tips, to download updates, and to read/join
online message-board discussions.
To access Avid Online Support:
 Go to www.avid.com/onlineSupport.
Note: Supplemental documentation for this release, if available, is provided on the Knowledge Base.
For the latest up-to-date information, browse the Knowledge Base at Avid Online Support.

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Copyright and Disclaimer

Product specifications are subject to change without notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of
Avid Technology, Inc.

The software described in this document is furnished under a license agreement. You can obtain a copy of that
license by visiting Avid's Web site at www.avid.com. The terms of that license are also available in the
product in the same directory as the software. The software may not be reverse assembled and may be used or
copied only in accordance with the terms of the license agreement. It is against the law to copy the software
on any medium except as specifically allowed in the license agreement.

No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or
mechanical, including photocopying and recording, for any purpose without the express written permission of
Avid Technology, Inc.

Copyright © 2006 Avid Technology, Inc. and its licensors. All rights reserved. Printed in USA.

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