Recommended RevCom System Setup
The RevCom System is designed to work with the following browsers:
- Internet Explorer 7+ (ActiveScripting must be enabled)
- Firefox 2+ (JavsScript must be enabled)
RevCom is also designed to work best in a desktop resolution of 1024 x 768 or higher. If you need to change your resolution, choose your platform (Windows 2000/2003/XP/Vista, Mac OS X) and follow the steps provided.
Browser Settings - JavaScript
JavaScript is a scripting language commonly used to construct web pages. Programmers use JavaScript to make web pages more interactive; for example, to display forms and buttons. Disabling JavaScript may cause some sites not to work properly, including this one.
How to Enable ActiveScripting in Internet Explorer(ActiveScript is Microsoft's version of JavaScript. The details of these instructions may vary slightly depending on your version of Explorer.) |
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| At the top of the "Internet Options" dialog, click the "Security" tab. Ensure the "Internet" zone is selected, and then click the "Custom Level..." button. |
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Step 3
| On the "Security Settings" dialog, scroll down near the bottom of the "Settings" list as shown in the image to the left. Under the Heading "Scripting" you'll find the sub-heading "Active Scripting" with three available setting options. Select the "Enable" option and click the "OK" button at the bottom of the dialog to apply the change. |
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Step 4
| Choose the "Yes" button on the "Warning!" message box that asks whether you are sure you want to change your security settings. (There's no need for concern here - Internet Explorer ships with the Active Scripting feature enabled by default.) After you click the "Yes" button, both the message box and the "Security Settings" dialog will close and the change will be applied. |
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Step 5
| Finally, close the "Internet Options" dialog by clicking its "OK" button. |
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How to Enable JavaScript for Firefox |
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Step 1
| Click on the "Tools" menu of your Forefox web browser and select "Options.." from the bottom of the drop-down menu. |
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Step 2
| In the "Options" dialog, chose the section labeled "Content" (note: the "Content" category may be labeled "Web Features," or the icon may be different, depending on your version of Firefox). Click the checkbox for "Enable Javascript" or "java" and click the "OK" button. |
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Workstation Resolution
A higher screen resolution reduces the size of items on your screen and increases the size of your desktop. Your monitor and display adapter determine whether you can change your screen resolution.
Setting the Screen Resolution in Windows 2000/2003 |
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Step 1
Open the Control Panel by clicking the "Start" menu, choose "Settings," and click "Control Panel."Step 2
Double click the "Display" icon to open the Display Properties dialog.Step 3
On the "Settings" tab, under Screen area, drag the slider, and then click the "Apply" button.Setting the Screen Resolution in Windows XP |
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Step 1
Open the Control Panel by clicking the "Start" menu, choose "Settings," and click "Control Panel."Step 2
Double click the "Display" icon to open the Display Properties dialog.Step 3
On the "Settings" tab, under Screen resolution, drag the slider, and then click the "Apply" button.Step 4
When prompted to apply the settings, click "OK". Your screen will turn black for a moment.Step 5
Once your screen resolution changes, you have 15 seconds to confirm the change. Click "Yes" to confirm the change; click "No" or do nothing to revert to your previous setting.Setting the Screen Resolution in Windows Vista |
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Step 1
Open Display Settings by clicking the "Start" button, clicking "Control Panel," clicking "Appearance and Personalization," clicking "Personalization," and then clicking "Display Settings."Step 2
Under "Resolution" move the slider to the resolution you want and then click Apply.Notes
- When you change the swcreen resolution, it affects all users who log on to the computer.
- When you set your monitor to a screen resolution that it won't support, the screen will go black for a few seconds while the monitor reverts back to the original resolution.
Setting the Screen Resolution in Mac OSX |
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Step 1
Open System Preferences and click Displays.Step 2
Select a new resolution from the Resolutions list.Step 3
Choose the number of colors you want displayed from the Colors pop-up menu.Note: If you can't adjust your display's brightness or resolution, make sure you're using the latest version of Mac OS X.