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Version: 3.0

Application settings

Overview​

Use Application settings to change app preferences on your device and check the installed app version and build number.

You can use this page to:

  • Change the app language.
  • Select a theme.
  • Turn biometric sign-in on or off.
  • Select the temperature scale.
  • Check the app version and build number.

Before you begin​

  • Sign in to ConnectAlarm.
  • Open Application settings.
  • To use Face ID/Touch ID, configure Face ID/Touch ID on the mobile device.
  • The application version and build number depend on the installed app package.

Limitations​

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  • Most settings apply automatically when changed.
  • Use strong biometrics cannot work if biometric authentication is disabled or unavailable on the mobile device.

Screen layout​

The Application Settings screen contains language, theme, login, behavior, and app information sections.

Application Settings screen (light)Application Settings screen (dark)
  1. LanguageShows the selected app language. Select this setting to review or change the language.
  2. ThemeSelect this setting to choose Use system default, Light, or Dark.
  3. Use strong biometricsTurn this setting on to use biometric authentication when signing in. Biometric authentication must be enabled and available on your device.
  4. Temperature scaleShows the selected temperature scale. Opens the Celsius and Fahrenheit options when you select it.
  5. Application versionShows the installed app version. Provide this value when support needs to identify your app version.
  6. Application build numberShows the installed app build number. Provide this value when support needs to identify your app build version.

Common scenarios​

Open application settings​

  1. Open the AlarmInstall app.
  2. Open the icon-text menu.
  3. Select Application Settings.

Change the application language​

  1. Open Application Settings.
  2. Select Language.
  3. Select the language you want to use.

Change the app theme​

  1. Open Application Settings.
  2. Go to the Theme section.
  3. Select Use system default, Light, or Dark.

Change biometric sign-in settings​

  1. Open Application Settings.
  2. Go to the Login section.
  3. Turn on or turn off Use strong biometrics.

Change the temperature scale​

  1. Open Application Settings.
  2. Go to the Temperature scale setting.
  3. Select Celsius or Fahrenheit.

Check the app version and build number​

  1. Open Application Settings.
  2. Go to the ABOUT section.
  3. Review Application version.
  4. Review Build number.

Tips​

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  • Record Application version and Build number before you contact support.
  • Select the temperature scale that matches your region or site standard.

Troubleshooting​

The app language does not change​

Possible causes:

  • The selected language was not applied.

What to try:

  1. Open Application Settings.
  2. Select Language.
  3. Choose the required language again.

Theme does not change​

Possible causes:

  • The selected theme was not applied.
  • Use system default is selected and the device theme controls the appearance.

What to try:

  1. Open Application Settings.
  2. Select the required theme.
  3. If Use system default is selected, check the device theme.
  4. Close and reopen the app.
  5. Contact the administrator or installer if the theme remains unavailable.

Version information is needed for support​

Possible causes:

  • Support needs to identify the installed app release.
  • An issue may depend on app version or build.

What to try:

  1. Open Application Settings.
  2. Scroll to the ABOUT section.
  3. Record Application version.
  4. Record Build number.
  5. Provide both values to support.
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