Supporto Smart5 Pro / Ultimate
Quickly find answers to the most frequently asked questions about installing, activating and using Smart5 Pro / Ultimate.
Browse the sections below or contact us if you need further assistance.
Browse the sections below or contact us if you need further assistance.
What are the system requirements for Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE?
Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE are designed for PCs running Microsoft Windows. For optimal use, Windows 10 or Windows 11 is recommended, together with an Internet connection for downloading the software and activating the license.
How do I download Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE after purchase?
After completing your purchase, you will receive the information required to download Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE. Keep the emails relating to your purchase and software license. In any case, the download link for Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE will also be available on the order confirmation page.
How do I activate my Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE license?
The first time you start Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE, you can activate the license using the activation details provided with your purchase. An Internet connection is required for activation. The license information will be sent to the email address provided during the purchase.
How many computers can I use Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE on?
La licence Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE est valable pour 1 PC Windows. 1 Windows PC..
How do I create and balance a recipe?
Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE allow you to create and balance gelato recipes using the ingredients stored in the database. When quantities are changed, the software automatically updates the main parameters of the mix, allowing you to check its balance before production.
What are PAC and POD?
PAC and POD are parameters used in professional gelato balancing. PAC indicates the freezing point depression power of the mix, while POD represents its sweetening power. Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE calculate these values according to the ingredients and quantities used in the recipe.
What is Overrun?
Overrun indicates the increase in gelato volume caused by the incorporation of air during freezing and churning. Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE allow this parameter to be used in the analysis and formulation of the mix.
Can Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE balance SoftIce Cream recipes?
Yes. Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE include a dedicated section for balancing Soft Gelato, with specific tools for formulating and controlling mixes intended for soft-serve machines.
Can I add or edit ingredients?
Yes. The ingredient database allows you to manage the raw materials used in recipes and their related parameters. This means Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE can be adapted to the ingredients actually used in your laboratory.
Do Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE calculate nutritional values?
Yes. Using the nutritional data of the ingredients, Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE can calculate the nutritional values of the recipe according to the formulation created.
Do Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE manage allergens?
No. Allergen information management is available only in Smart5 EVO, which can associate allergen information with ingredients and use it when preparing product information.
Can I create and print labels with Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE?
No. Only Smart5 EVO includes dedicated tools for creating and printing professional labels using recipe and product data.
In which languages is Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE available?
Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE are available as single-language versions in Italian, English, Spanish and French. You must therefore select the installation language at the time of purchase. Only Smart5 EVO is multilingual in real time and allows you to switch directly between Italian, English, Spanish and French.
Smart5 PRO / ULTIMATE do not start. What should I do?
Make sure you are using a compatible Windows PC and try restarting your computer. If the problem persists, contact support, specifying the version of Windows you are using and, if possible, attaching a screenshot of any error message.
The license won't activate. What should I do?
Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet and check that the activation details have been entered correctly. If activation still fails, contact support and include the message displayed by the software.
I have a problem printing recipes or labels. What should I check?
Make sure the printer is correctly installed in Windows and selected with the appropriate settings. For labels, also check the format, dimensions and print settings. If the problem persists, send support a screenshot of the print preview and specify the printer model you are using.
Some recipe data is not displayed correctly. What should I do?
First, check that the ingredients used contain all the necessary data and that the recipe has been recalculated correctly. If the problem persists, contact support, indicate the recipe concerned and attach a screenshot of the screen.
How can I contact support?
If you cannot find the solution in the FAQ, you can contact us directly by email. Describe the problem in as much detail as possible and, when useful, attach a screenshot of the message or screen concerned.
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Didn’t find the answer you were looking for?
Contact Smart5 EVO support and describe the problem you are experiencing. If possible, attach a screenshot to help us identify the solution more quickly.