Initial Setup

After purchasing the CaveTech Rental System, you'll need to set up your account and system components. This guide will walk you through the initial setup process.

Package Overview

The CaveTech Rental System includes several components that work together to manage your rental properties:

• HUD Controller: Main interface for managing the entire system
• Land Information Panel: Automated information signs for your lands
• Payment Terminal: Terminal for processing rental payments
• Landbook: Customizable web catalog to display your available properties

Step 1: Register Your Account

The first step is to create your CaveTech account using our centralized authentication system:

1. Visit the CaveTech website and click "Connect", or go directly to https://auth.centralcave.com/login
2. Enter your Second Life avatar name in the login field
3. You will receive a verification code in Second Life chat
4. Use the verification code to authenticate and proceed to the next step
5. Enter a valid email address
6. Choose a secure password with at least:
   • One uppercase letter
   • One number
   • One special character
   • Important: Do not use the same password as your Second Life account

💡 Tip: Keep your login credentials secure and never share them with anyone.

Step 2: Activate the Product in Your New Account

Once your account is created, you need to activate the Rental System:

1. Return to your CaveTech - Rental System folder in your Second Life inventory
2. Locate the item named "CaveTech - Activate"

3. Right-click on it and select "Wear" or drag it onto your avatar
4. Click on the HUD to activate your system

5. Your Rental System is now activated and linked to your CaveTech account!

For detailed registration instructions, see our Account Registration guide.

Step 3: Set Up the Payment Terminal

The Payment Terminal is essential for processing payments from your tenants:

1. Locate the "CaveTech - Payment Terminal" in your inventory folder
2. Drag the terminal to an accessible location on your land
3. When prompted, grant debit permission so the terminal can process payments
4. The terminal will automatically link to your CaveTech account

For detailed instructions, see our Payment Terminal Setup guide.

Step 4: Set Up the Land Information Panels

The information panels are the main component for managing your rental lands:

1. Locate the "CaveTech - Land Information Panel" in your inventory
2. Drag the panel to the land you want to manage
3. The panel will position itself automatically and begin collecting data
4. The panel will automatically register the land information with the CaveTech server

The panel will automatically collect:

• Island name (Region Name)
• Region type (Mainland, Homestead, etc.)
• Land area in square meters
• Available prim limit
• Island rating (General, Moderate, Adult)
• Location on the Second Life map

For additional configuration and details, see our Land Setup guide.

Step 5: Customize Your Landbook

The Landbook is a customizable web catalog that displays all your available properties:

1. Access the CaveTech Admin Panel
2. Navigate to "Landbook" > "Settings"
3. Customize your Landbook with:
   • Your company logo and name
   • Custom color scheme
   • Contact information
   • Property listing layout

For complete customization details, see our Landbook guide.

Automated Workflow

Once set up, the CaveTech system automates the rental process:

1. Visitors view your properties through information panels or Landbook
2. When a tenant purchases the land, the system:
   • Automatically sends a welcome message with instructions
   • Shares your office address for rent payment
   • Updates the status in the database
   • Configures access permissions

Next Steps

After completing your initial setup, continue with:

1. Payment Setup - Configure your payment terminal
2. Land Setup - Set up and configure your rental properties
3. Landbook - Configure your web-based property catalog
4. Password Recovery - Learn how to reset your password if needed

If you encounter any issues during setup, please contact support.