Davicom - What's New With Latest Firmware

What's new with the latest Firmware & Software releases

Firmware version 5.30

	MacNET IP (SNMP Trap) Port number configurable; NEW!
	SNMP Trap Port Number between MAC configurable; NEW!
	Audio streaming over the WEB. IP audio stream-back from the site is now available in WEB-access mode; NEW!
	USB to Serial adapter support is now available in MiniMAC2 and MAC208/216 units (it was already available in MicroMAC units). Chipsets supported are: MCT, FTDI, PL2303 and CP210x; NEW!
	EAS Log support. The MAC can now record and automatically send EAS test log reports by fax and e-mail attachment. This recording function works with EAS decoders (such as Gorman-Redlich units)that transmit their log information on serial ports. The MAC can read and record this log information from its rear-panel USB port with a Serial to USB adapter; NEW!
	USB Modems now supported. The MAC can now use external USB modems for communications. The modems MUST operate under the USB CDC (Communication Device Class) in Linux; NEW!
	The MAC can now automatically send an e-mail notice to a specific address when its IP address is changed by a DDNS or DHCP server; NEW!
	It is now possible to use alphanumerical URL names in addition to the standard numerical IP addresses for transmission of traps to MacNet; NEW!
	Login is no longer required to acknowlege alarms (send the ASA command) by telephone. The Alarms are announced, the ASA is requested and only then does the MAC offer users the possibility of logging-on to the unit; NEW!
	All MAC2 models now have integrated web servers allowing users to communicate via a web browser;
	The MAC2 and MiniMAC2 units now have full SNMP V1 & V2 support. A MIB is published and available on the CD;
	MAC Messenger - new chat feature allows up to 4 web-connected users to chat amongst themselves via the MAC2;
	The port numbers assigned for the SMTP and POP servers are now configurable;
	Live Audio Monitoring, previously only available via phone line connection, is now possible via IP streaming in MacComm;
	Flag 1E01, indicating that alarm-calls are disable, is now available;
	Supports SuperMAC (with up to 4 MACs);
	Supports the new MicroMAC and MiniMAC2 hardware;
	Supports Dynamic DNS (DDNS) clients;
	Supports DHCP;
	The "View Information" screen now displays MAC processor board operating conditions (voltages and temperature);
	Internal flag (1B01) that can be used to log RAM battery failure and to generate alarms;
	Internal flag (1B02) that can be used to log BDT failure and to inhibit alarms;
	Internal flag (1J01) that can be used to log high processor board temperature and to generate alarms;
	Internal flag (1P02) that can be used to log MAC +12Vdc power supply failure and to generate alarms;
	The MAC can now send a test e-mail (in VT-100 mode only);
	It is now possible to transfer logs when they are between 50% and 90% full and not only at pre-fixed dates or times;
	The "View Information" screen displays users currently online with the unit;

	128-bit encrypted IP communications (LAN, WAN, Internet) now integrated on all models;
	Dual-modem ready (primary link over landline, and backup using GSM for example);
	Simultaneous, multi-user connection to MAC units (up to 4 users);
	Bilingual capability. Each user can select the language for vocal interfacing and screen viewing;
	Increased number of timers (128) allowing users to easily program AM day/night pattern changes, to set up multiple alarm-call lists during normal-duty, vacations, special-occasions, etc. ;
	16 alarm lists for event-based or time-based alarms;
	Number of virtual logic gates doubled to 128 allowing users to program more conditional actions and complex logic functions;
	All relays are included and are individually software configurable for latch, follow, and variable-length pulse modes, to better match equipment control requirements;
	Number of virtual relays doubled to 128 allowing users to set up additional relay command actions without using actual physical relays;
	Focus-in on desired information thanks to user-defined and system logs;
	Ping up to 32 pieces of ancillary equipment via local IP port;
	Connect laptop to the MAC front panel USB or serial port when on-site;
	Faster processor, more RAM and Flash memory;
	Highly accurate TCXO-based real-time clock;
	2007 daylight saving time-ready for North America;
	CE marked and RoHS/WEEE compliant;

… and more to come on future Firmware releases!

MacComm software version 5.30

	Included with all purchases of MAC units;
	Version number synchronized with MacNet version number; NEW!
	Adapted to successfully pass the "Microsoft Windows 7 Software Logo Certification Test; NEW!
	Workspaces can now be password-protected and locked to restrict access and editing. This allows supervisors to precisely control the buttons and outputs on a MacComm screen that are accessible by operator-level users. If desired, operators are therefore limited in the commands they can execute and the workspaces thay can use. If the Protected mode option is enabled, any older workspaces and access modes are prohibited. Operators MUST log-on to MacComm for any type of access; NEW!
	Option to force Stay Connected mode by IP. MacComm's Stay-connected mode is now configurable in the option screen. If this option is enabled, then MacComm will always automatically re-connect after its one hour timeout. This allows PC's that access MacComm as part of an autostart sequence (after a power failure for example) to keep the Stay-Connected feature. It also allows users who program MacComm as a desktop icon to start it up with the Stay-Connected feature active; NEW!
	USB to Serial support. MacComm now allows selection and configuration of the USB to Serial adapters supported by MACs with Firmware 5.30; NEW!
	EAS Log support. MacComm now allows configuration of the EAS logging functions supported by MACs with Firmware 5.30; NEW!
	MacComm now supports the newly released 4.30 firmware for use with legacy MAC+ and MiniMAC+ units; NEW!
	Support for USB Modems. MacComm now allows configuration of the USB modems supported by MACs with Firmware version 5.30; NEW!
	Support for USB Storage. MacComm now allows selection of USB storage devices. This feature is reserved for future use; NEW!
	User-configurable refresh rate. MacComm now has an option to allow users to configure the rate at which the information from the MACs is refreshed. This can be set to any period between 2 and 60 seconds. This option is particularly useful when transmission costs per byte of data are very expensive; NEW!
	Streaming Audio over IP is now supported;
	The IP Parameters screen now allows configuration of the WEB and SNMP settings of the MAC;
	The System and Custom logs now both have refresh buttons;
	MacComm now has an "undo/redo" function for edition of Workspaces;
	MacComm now has a Configuration Wizard to help users set-up their MAC unit. It is located in the Help drop-down list;
	MacComm 5.30 supports all the new features and changes implemented in MAC2 Firmware 5.30;
	It is now possible to export MacComm 5 workspaces in MacComm 4.20 file format;
	With the Auxiliary (or reach-through) Serial Port Access, it is now possible to use same serial port as MacComm;
	It is now possible to disable hardware flow control when using the Auxiliary (or reach-through) Serial Port Access through a virtual port;
	When you enter a description in the Default field and the Alternate field is empty, MacComm automatically copies the Default description into the Alternate field (Note: The Alternate field is truncated to 18 characters);
	The SETUPX function has been added to MacComm. It allows users to re-enter a software authorisation key (to activate enhanced features for example) without having to re-install MacComm from scratch;
	MacComm now has a separate language module for each operating language, including English;

	The Metering Math Functions now have a Base 10 Logarithm operator;
	Bilingual capability. Each user can select the language for MacComm displays (ASCII and Unicode character sets);
	Easier to program MAC units. Enhanced logic-gate diagrams facilitate site configurations;
	Higher-speed updating of customised user displays during connections to a MAC unit;
	Improved setting-up, saving and sharing of customised views;
	Copy and paste workspace elements, and complete groups of workspace elements to set up additional view panels;
	Better control and speed in re-arranging elements on the computer screen to obtain workspaces and view panels that reflect the exact setup of site equipment;
	Enhanced graphical user interface;
	Backward compatible. Owners of older MAC units can upgrade to MacComm version 5 and gain many of the advantages offered by the new software.

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