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What's New in DLS 5 v1.5! New Features Bulk programing firmware upgrade option Firmware upgrade notification within the account Ability to print selected account sections New Support SCW9057 Version 1.3 3G4000/3G4010 Version 4.0 Performance Enhancement Changes to the firmware upgrade connection method to server* Improvements to make the account searches more efficient ∗Please note that in order to use the remote firmware upgrade functionality, the minimum version for DLS 5 downloading software should be version 1.5. What's New in DLS 5 v1.4! Synchronization Options Option to program Downloading Access Code with global value (same value) for all existing and new accounts Option to program Installer Code with global value (same value) for all the existing and new accounts Option to program Downloading Access Code and/or Installer code to System Account Code for all existing and new accounts Firmware upgrade encryption Automatic database backup during DLS 5 upgrade Export account search results to PDF New Support Optional support for Routine System Management (RSM) via license (Applicable only to Workgroup DLS 5). Power Series Neo version 1.1 Alarm.com connection support Performance Enhancement Communications Improvements to auto detect panels over PC Link Communications Improvements for VO/IP phone lines Communications Improvements for faster detection of broken connection Fixes to Template options that were not working User interface improvements on WebSA System Administration software scheduling page Version 1.4 will be displayed as a new update available for download within the DLS 5 application. This software version can also be downloaded from the ww.DSC.com website (Login required). Routine System Management (RSM) for workgroup DLS 5 v1.40 DSC is pleased to announce the release of the new Routine System Management (RSM) for Workgroup DLS5 v1.40. RSM is an optional set of features that allows DLS operators to collect diagnostic data from installed Power Series Neo (v1.1 or higher) security systems. An RSM report can be generated with a summary of the system status, historical events, user patterns and hardware diagnostic data. In most cases, having this valuable information eliminates the need for an on-site visit, something which incurs extra expenses for the dealer and added cost for the end-user Main Features Automatic RSM inspections Report generation Ability to set frequency intervals for RSM inspections RSM report history RSM report results for “Pass” or “Service Required” status Ability to approve or fail RSM reports Ability to set a new baseline for system diagnostic values Hardware diagnostics Wireless device network diagnostics Virtual monitor keypad mode for viewing the actions on the physical keypad on real-time RSM operator permissions Ability to export RSM report into XML or PDF file What's New in DLS 5 v1.3! Account Revision History Keeps track of revisions created for an account when saved or communicated Keeps track of data modified in each account revision Rolls back to any previously created account revision DLS Solution Permissions Permission Manager is now called Operator Maintenance Completely new and revamped set of permissions Simplified and process driven procedure of permission management Default role types with the option of ready-to-use, template attributes or create customize role based on your needs Please Note: If multiple roles had been previously assigned to one user only the highest level role will be maintained. Data Modification Indication Highlight altered but not yet saved data Highlight non-default data Automatic Schedule Backup Set date & time to automatically backup database when DLS 5 engine is running Feedback Form Modification Attach any type of file/image/video with your DLS 5 feedback Workgroup Server Dynamic IP Support Flash Utility Modified Power v4.7 support added Remote Firmware functionality PowerSeries Neo panel/modules/communicator support added Updated Tools Menu New Support IMPASSA version 1.30 (with alarm.com support) PowerSeries Neo (upcoming) Optional licensed WEB SA Add on Support for Workgroup DLS Performance Enhancement Improved speed for continuous uploads Improved load times Reduced memory usage Continuous communication for status monitoring from signature graphic page. Connection Address status, the end point information is now shown in the communications status bar (the Phone Number, IP, or Comport) What's New in DLS 5 v1.2! Windows 8 & 8.1 Compatability Added DLS 5 is now compatible with Windows 8 & 8.1 and will operate on PC based installs Language FTP Support Different languages are available for DLS! View and use the application in your own language! More language translations will be added in near future Hybrid Modules Add Keypad and Wireless as one product type. Account Grid Simplification Account Grid is now simplified to show both Account and Customer(s) name in one row Feedback form Shortcut Feedback form shortcut form is now available through Start Menu Installed Update form added Show installed engines/driver packs What's New in DLS 5 v1.1! Bulk Programming One step programming to multiple panels using an easy programming wizard Status Report Summary report of system status at a given time Scheduling Customize your communications jobs to take place at a future time Event Buffer Categories Filter events in the event buffer based on different categories Continuous Status Upload Real-Time monitoring of the intrusion system Programmed Data Search Search for non-default programmed data in an account Start Page Account Grid Improvement Description, Last Communicated and Last Changed columns added in Start Page Automatic Download Error Check Automatically checks for errors and warnings before downloading .NET 4.0 Framework Migration DLS 5 v1.1 engine is now utilizing the Microsoft .NET 4.0 framework Features in DLS 5! Easy Installation Just run an executable file (All of the prerequisites will be automatically downloaded) Installation of different packages into one machine Now DLS 5 Standalone, DLS 5 System Admin Standalone and BOSS Standalone can all be installed on one machine Multiple View Support Operate accounts in a view of your preference: Standard View: All panel programming options are grouped together logically. i.e. all communications programming under "Communications". Worksheet View: Programming options are grouped similar to the programming worksheet layout for panels. System Admin View: Provides an end user overview of the panel, similar to how DLS SA displays options. Separate System Administrator Package A complete separate downloading software package solely designed for non-technical end users SQLite Database SQLite is an embedded database that uses lighter resources to improve performance and installation time. Integrated Updater No more separate updater installation. Engine updates and driver packs are available through the main software package. DLS 2002 Import Utility Transfer your accounts from DLS 2002 with a one step process Database Restore Utility Backup your database at your own convenience and restore it whenever needed! No more backing up and restoring your database using a complicated and lengthy process. Overall account navigation improvement Minimum horizontal and vertical scrolling. For some resolutions, scrolling will not even be required! Signature Graphics improvement Now view the icons and status within this page of modules enrolled on your system Communication Status Bar improvement A communication status bar has been moved to a location where it is easily monitored. No more seeing queuing jobs on the same page! Automatic Panel and Communicator Detection Allows you to automatically detect panels and communicators for unknown devices. This only applies to panels and communicators supported by DLS 5. Absoluta Panel migration from DLS 5 Browse by Category Getting Started DSC Software EULA Installation Communications Troubleshooting Tutorials Working with DLS Firmware Frequently Asked Questions FAQ:Frequently Asked Questions Getting Started How is DLS different from DLS 2002? I'm having trouble finding an option. How do I search? Where are the module files and options? I'm having trouble installing. What's wrong? What's New Queued Communications You line up the jobs, DLS 5 will knock them out Wireless Downloading No phone, no on-site network configuration, fully wireless! Global Templates Make one template for ALL of your panels Simultaneous Connections Communicate with several panels at once utilizing different connection types (PSTN, Ethernet, SMS)

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