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Setting Time Zones

Use the following procedure to set time zones for users.

To set preferred time zones for users

1. Determine the time zone that is set for Oracle BI Presentation Services.
2. Use elements in the Oracle BI Presentation Services configuration file (instanceconfig.xml) or session variables. Consult the following for more information:
   • See Table 3 for information on the precedence order for time zones.
   • See Table 4 for descriptions of the session variables and elements.
   • See Example: Configuration File Settings for Specifying the Time Zone.
   • See the Oracle Business Intelligence Server Administration Guide for complete information on session variables.
3. Encourage end users to specify their preferred time zones using the My Account screen in Answers.
4. Encourage users who create reports to do the following to set the time stamps for their reports:
   1. Use the Data Format tab of the Column Properties dialog to specify the time zone that is displayed in the columns of their reports.
   2. Use the Time Zone dialog to set the time zone that is displayed in dashboard prompts.