Documentation Conventions

Special text formats are used in this guide to identify parts of the user interface, text that a user must enter, or a sequence of menus and submenus that must be followed to reach a particular command.

Interface Elements

Bold text is used to identify a user interface element such as a dialog box, menu item, or button. For example:

In the Media Manager Client, click Channel 1 the Channels section.

User Entered Text

Courier text is used to identify text that a user must enter. For example:

In the File Name box, enter Channel01.property.

Referenced Guides

Italic text is used to identify the titles of referenced guides, manuals, or documents. For example:

DashBoard Server and URM User’s Guide

Menu Sequences

Menu arrows are used in procedures to identify a sequence of menu items that you must follow. For example, if a step reads “Server > Save As,” you would click the Server menu and then click Save As.

Interface Navigation

Navigation procedures assume that you are running Microsoft® Windows®. If you are running Mac® OS or Linux® Fedora®, menu names and options may differ.

Important Instructions

Star icons are used to identify important instructions or features. For example:

Contact your I.T. Department if you experience communication issues with DashBoard and are running anti-virus software.