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title: How do I operate a Flex monitor using the SmartPlex app?
description: Operate your Flex Monitor directly from the TFT SmartPlex App using an on-screen controller interface. This guide walks you through accessing directional controls, nozzle settings, and auxiliary functions like stow, deploy, and lights—all from your connected smart device.
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June 24, 2025

# How do I operate a Flex monitor using the SmartPlex app?

## Operate your Flex Monitor directly from the TFT SmartPlex App using an on-screen controller interface. This guide walks you through accessing directional controls, nozzle settings, and auxiliary functions like stow, deploy, and lights—all from your connected smart device.

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The TFT SmartPlex App allows full remote control of your Flex Monitor directly from your mobile device. By replicating the functionality of a panel-mounted or wireless controller, it gives operators the flexibility to adjust monitor direction, stream settings, and auxiliary devices on the fly.

### Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Open the Monitor Hub
   
     - Launch the SmartPlex App on your connected mobile device.
     - From the app’s home screen, navigate to the Monitor Hub.
2. Enter Operate Monitor Mode
   
     - Tap Operate Monitor.
     - An on-screen controller will appear, visually mimicking the physical controller (wireless or panel mount).
3. Use Monitor Controls
   
     - Directional Movement:
       
           - Use on-screen arrows to move the monitor up, down, left, or right.
     - Nozzle Control:
       
           - Adjust the nozzle between straight stream and fog.
     - Stow & Deploy:
       
           - Tap Stow to park the monitor.
           - Tap Deploy to move it to its pre-set deploy position.
     - Oscillate:
       
           - Enable or disable oscillation.
     - Auxiliary Controls:
       
           - Control add-ons such as lights, cameras, valves, or extendable guns, depending on what’s connected.
4. Exit Operate Mode
   
     - Tap the serial number shown at the top of the Operate Monitor screen to exit the control mode.

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