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title: How do I program stow and deploy positions on a Flex monitor using the controller?
description: This guide explains how to program Stow and Deploy positions for your Flex Monitor using a connected wireless or panel-mounted controller—no app required. Perfect for setting up your monitor quickly in the field right after power-up.
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June 24, 2025
# How do I program stow and deploy positions on a Flex monitor using the controller?
## This guide explains how to program Stow and Deploy positions for your Flex Monitor using a connected wireless or panel-mounted controller—no app required. Perfect for setting up your monitor quickly in the field right after power-up.
If you're working directly with a Flex Monitor and have a connected controller—either wireless or panel-mounted—you can program custom Stow and Deploy positions without using the TFT SmartPlex App. This is ideal for quick field setups or when a mobile device isn't available.
### What You Need Before You Start
- The monitor must be powered on.
- You must begin the Stow programming process within 1 minute of startup.
### Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Power On the Monitor
- Ensure incoming power is connected.
- Be ready to act within the first 60 seconds.
2. Enter Program Stow Mode
- Press and hold the Stow/Deploy button on the controller for 5–10 seconds.
- The controller will begin flashing yellow to confirm you’ve entered programming mode.
3. Move the Monitor
- Adjust the monitor to your desired Stow position using the controller.
4. Save the Position
- Tap the Stow/Deploy button once.
- A white flash confirms the position has been stored.
5. Exit Programming Mode
- Press and hold the Stow/Deploy button again for 5–10 seconds.
- The controller will turn blue, confirming you’ve exited programming mode.
6. Operate the Stow Function
- Move the monitor freely as needed.
- To test the stow, press the Stow button once.
- The controller will flash yellow while stowing, then turn blue once complete.
7. Deploy the Monitor
- Press the Stow/Deploy button again.
- The monitor will move to a preset deploy position, typically 50% horizontal and 50% vertical.
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