SOFTWARE
Software programming is the life-blood of Vantage system lighting and automation. Programming - the generation and use of data input into a project - is in reality what drives the Vantage system. The input and distribution of data commands happen in the programming software called QLink.
QLink is the Vantage software that graphically represents the physical layout of installed automation system hardware along with the management of their operations. QLink simplifies the design, layout, programming, diagnostic and reporting capabilities of a Vantage System and offers powerful features, ease of use and a high level of control over a wide range of installations.
4 major functions of QLink :
1. Physical Layout -
This is the converted version of the blueprint. This part of QLink determines the physical location of loads and stations.
2. Hardware Programming -
QLink software converts the scenarios into programming that the Vantage system can understand and implement.
3. Hardware Diagnostics -
QLink can monitor and report component status such as station, controller or module non-functionality and or other issues.
4. Project Reports -
QLink will generate a multitude of different reports such as a bill of materials, price lists, engraving details, keypad details, button reports, wiring views and many others.
The following pages detail some of the useful reports generated by the Q-Link software.
The Load Schedule provides a complete summary of all of the lights that are controlled by the system, and where they are to be terminated in the enclosures. This document is used by the electrician in conjunction with the Enclosure Schedule.
This document gives the electrician a graphic description of the position of each load within the enclosure. Loads are “landed” when the home is wired, and the modules are added when the home is near completion.
This is an example of how each station is engraved, and the loads that each button controls.
This summary provides a brief overview of the entire system.
The Station Design summary provides all of the relevant information pertaining to each station: where it is to be located, and its physical characteristics.
