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First Launch and User Interface Tour

Welcome to your Machinechat JEDI! Let's get familiar with the user interface so you can start harnessing the power of your real-time data.

Overview

JEDI's interface is designed for clarity and ease of use. Here's a breakdown of the main sections:

Machinechat JEDI Home Screen
Machinechat JEDI Home Screen

  1. Navigation Panel: This is your primary way to access different areas of JEDI.

  2. Information Area: This displays important user details, system messages, and the Machinechat blog.

  3. Status Bar: Where you'll find the JEDI version and build number.

JEDI Navigation Panel
Machinechat JEDI Navigation Panel

Let's look at each item in the navigation panel:

  • JEDI Logo and Edition: Displays the JEDI logo and the edition you're currently using.

  • Home: Returns you to the main Home screen.

  • Dashboards

    • Data Dashboard: A customizable grid-based dashboard for displaying charts and control widgets.

    • Device Dashboard: Shows all configured devices and their incoming data in real time. This is an excellent troubleshooting tool.

    • System Dashboard: A unique canvas for creating process flow or HMI-style dashboards. You can overlay real-time data widgets on an image of your choice.

  • Monitoring: Keep tabs on your network with JEDI's device monitoring. Configure JEDI to periodically ping devices and alert you if they become unresponsive.

  • Settings

    • Data Collectors: Add and configure data collectors to connect with diverse sensors, devices, and machines.

    • Dashboard Manager: Create new dashboards, customize existing ones, and organize them for easy access.

    • Rules: Set up powerful rules to trigger actions based on real-time data conditions – get the alerts you need, when you need them.

    • Application: Configure core JEDI settings, including TLS for secure communications.

    • Users (JEDI Pro): Add and manage multiple users.

    • Notifications: Set up email and SMS notifications so you're always aware of critical events.

    • Data Storage: Choose which data to log and set retention policies to manage data storage.

    • Diagnostics: Gain insights into potential issues with error and warning indicators.

    • License: Manage your JEDI licenses, unlocking additional functionality and features.

Get Started:

Now that you've got the layout down, here are some things to try first:

  1. Create a Dashboard: Experiment with the charts and widgets under the "Data Dashboards" section.

  2. Add a Data Collector: Start bringing in data from your sensors or devices using a built-in data collector.

  3. Set Up a Rule and Notification: Make sure you get alerted when something important happens!

Need help? Contact our support team: support@machinechat.io