Siemens catalog hmi-touch panel tp170 a, tp170 b operator panel op170 b

Preface, Contents
Introduction 1
Functionality 2
Commissioning 3
Operating Touch Panels
TP170 A and TP170 B 4
Operating Keyboard Unit
OP170 B 5
Screen Objects for TP170 A 6
Screen Objects for TP170 B and
OP170 B 7
Recipes for TP170 B and
OP170 B 8
System Settings 9
Installation 10
Unit Description 11
Memory Cards for
TP170 B and OP170 B 12
Maintenance/Upkeep 13
Operating System Update 14
APPENDICES
A
E
Glossary, Index
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Touch Panel TP170 A, TP170 B
Operator Panel OP170 B
Equipment Manual
SIMATIC HMI
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Warning
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tions are not taken.
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Caution
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Note
draws your attention to particularly important information on the product, handling the product, or to a
particular part of the documentation.
Qualified Personnel
Equipment may be commissioned and operated only by qualified personnel. Qualified personnel within
the meaning of the safety notices in this manual are persons who are authorized to commission, ground
and identify equipment, systems and circuits in accordance with safety engineering standards.
Correct Usage
Note the following:
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Warning
The equipment may be used only for the applications stipulated in the catalog and in the technical descrip-
tion and only in conjunction with other equipment and components recommended or approved by Sie-
mens.
Startup must not take place until it is established that the machine, which is to accommodate this compo-
nent, is in conformity with the guideline 89/392/EEC.
Faultless and safe operation of the product presupposes proper transportation, proper storage, erection
and installation as well as careful operation and maintenance.
Trademarks
The registered trademarks of Siemens AG are listed in the Preface.
Some of the other designations used in these documents are also registered trademarks; the owner’s
rights may be violated if they are used be third parties for their own purposes.
Impressum
Editor and Publisher: A&D PT1.
Safety Guidelines
This manual contains notices which you should observe to ensure your own personal safety, as well as to
protect the product and connected equipment. These notices are highlighted in the manual by a warning
triangle and are marked as follows according to the level of danger:
We have checked the contents of this manual for agreement with the hard-
ware and software described. Since deviations cannot be precluded entirely,
we cannot guarantee full agreement. However, the data in this manual are
reviewed regularly and any necessary corrections included in subsequent
editions. Suggestions for improvement are welcomed.
Disclaimer of LiabilityCopyright Siemens AG 2000 All rights reserved
The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or its contents is not
permitted without express written authority. Offenders will be liable for
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an utility model or design, are reserved.
Siemens AG
Automation & Drives
SIMATIC Human Machine Interface
Postfach 4848, D-90327 Nuernberg
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Technical data subject to change.
Siemens Aktiengesellschaft Order no: 6AV6591--1DC11--1AB0
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Preface
This manual
The TP170 A, TP170 B, OP170 B equipment manual is part of the SIMATIC HMI
documentation. It provides operation, installation, configuration and maintenance
personnel with information concerning installation, functionality, operation and
technical design of the SIMATIC operating units TP170 A, TP170 B and OP170 B.
An overview of the entire SIMATIC HMI documentation is provided in Appendix E.
Organization of the manual
The manual is organized into the following chapters:
Chapter Contents
1 - 2 Overview of the features and functional scope of the unit
3 - 7 Commissioning and operation
8 Recipes for TP170 B and OP170 B
9 System settings
10 - 13 Mechanical and electrical installation, unit description, retrofitting of
options as well as maintenance and upkeep.
14 Informationen on updating the operating system.
Appendix S Technical Data
S Interface Assignments
S System Messages
S ESD Guidelines
S SIMATIC HMI Documentation
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Conventions
The following cionventions are used throughout this manual:
Motor off Text in the operating unit display is presented in this
typewriter font.
Tag Symbolic names representing tag values on the screen are
presented in this italic typewriter font.
Screens Functions available for selection are presented in this italic
font.
ESC The names of keys and buttons are displayed in a different
font.
History
The various releases of this manual correspond to the following versions of the
ProTool CS configuration software:
Edition Comment ProTool Version
12/99 First release of the TP170 A equipment
manual
From V5.2
07/00 Extensions to the TP170 B and OP170 B
units
From V5.2 + SP2
Trademarks
The following names are registered trademarks of the Siemens AG:
S SIMATICR
S SIMATIC HMIR
S HMIR
S ProToolR
S ProTool/LiteR
S ProTool/ProR
S SIMATIC Multi PanelR
S SIMATIC Multifunctional PlatformR
S MP 270R
S ProAgentR
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Other support
In the case of technical queries, please contact the Siemens representatives in the
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SIMATIC Customer Support Hotline
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SIMATIC Customer Online Services
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Abbreviations
The abbreviations used in this user’s guide have the following meaning:
AG (PLC) Programmable Logic Controller
AM Alarm Message
ANSI American National Standards Institute
AS 511 Protocol of the PU interface to SIMATIC S5
ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange
CCFL Cold Cathode Fluorescence Lamp
CF Compact Flash
CPU Central Processing Unit
CSV Comma Separated Values
DP Decentralized Periphery
DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory
DSN Data Source Name
ESD Electrostatically Sensitive Device
EM Event Message
EMC Electromagnetic compatibility
HMI Human Machine Interface
IF Interface
LCD Liquid Crystal Display
LED Light Emitting Diode
MP Multi Panel
MPI Multipoint Interface (SIMATIC S7)
OP Operator Panel
PC Personal Computer
PCL Printer Control Language
PLC Programmable Logic Controller
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PU Programming Unit
PPI Point to Point Interface (SIMATIC S7)
RAM Random Access Memory
SRAM Static Random Access Memory
STN Super Twisted Nematic
TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
TFT Thin Film Transistor
TTL Transistor--Transistor Logic
TP Touch Panel
A list of all the specialist terms together with their explanations is provided in the
Glossary at the end of this guide.
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Contents
1 Introduction 1-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2 Functionality 2-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Commissioning 3-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.1 Initial Startup 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2 Recommissioning 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 Options for Download Mode 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 Testing a Project on the Operating Unit 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5 Download Back (TP170 B and OP170 B) 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.6 Backup/Restore the Internal Flash Memory
(TP170 B and OP170 B) 3-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Operating Touch Panels TP170 A and TP170 B 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1 Operating Touch Elements 4-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1.1 Enter Numeric Values 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1.2 Enter Alphanumeric Values 4-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.1.3 Enter Symbolic Values on the TP170 B 4-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.2 Calling in Help Text on the TP170 B 4-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5 Operating Keyboard Unit OP170 B 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.1 Integrated Keyboard 5-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.2 Key Combinations 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3 Entering Values 5-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.1 Enter Numeric Values 5-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.2 Enter Alphanumeric Values 5-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.3.3 Enter Symbolic Values 5-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.4 Call Help Text 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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6 Screen Objects for TP170 A 6-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1 General Operation 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.1 Operating Screens 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.2 Logging On and Off from the Operating Unit 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.2 Overview of Screen Objects 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3 Input Field for Date/Time 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4 Input Field for Confidential Password Entry 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.5 Status Button 6-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.6 Messages 6-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.7 Bar graphs 6-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Screen Objects for TP170 B and OP170 B 7-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1 General Operation 7-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.1 Operating screens 7-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.1.2 Logging On and Off from the Operating Unit 7-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 Overview of Screen Objects 7-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3 Input Field for Date/Time 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.4 Input Field for Confidential Password Entry 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.5 Buttons 7-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.6 Status Button 7-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.7 Switch 7-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.8 Messages 7-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.8.1 ALARM_S 7-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.8.2 Message Line 7-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.8.3 Message Window 7-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.8.4 Message Page 7-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.8.5 Message Buffer 7-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.8.6 Message View 7-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.8.7 Simple Message View 7-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.9 Bar Graphs 7-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.10 Trend View 7-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.11 Date/Time 7-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.12 Password List 7-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Recipes for TP170 B and OP170 B 8-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.1 Overview 8-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.2 Recipe Configuration 8-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3 Editing Data Records 8-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3.1 Recipe View 8-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3.2 Recipe Screens 8-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3.3 Functions and PLC jobs 8-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3.4 Import/Export Data Records 8-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8.3.5 Reaction on Changing the Recipe Structure 8-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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9 System Settings 9-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.1 TP170 A Settings 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.1.1 Setting an Operating Mode 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.1.2 Screen Settings 9-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.1.3 Set Screen Saver Response Time 9-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.2 Settings for TP170 B and OP170 B 9-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.2.1 Set Language 9-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.2.2 Setting an Operating Mode 9-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.2.3 Screen Settings 9-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9.2.4 Control Panel Settings 9-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10 Installation 10-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.1 Mechanical Installation 10-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2 Electrical Installation 10-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2.1 Connect Configuration Computer 10-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2.2 Connect PLC 10-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10.2.3 Connecting a Printer to TP170 B and OP170 B 10-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Unit Description 11-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.1 TP170 A 11-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.1.1 Dimensions and mounting area 11-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.1.2 Connection elements 11-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.1.3 Communication options 11-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.2 TP170 B 11-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.2.1 Dimensions and mounting area 11-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.2.2 Connection elements 11-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.2.3 Communication options 11-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.3 OP170 B 11-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.3.1 Dimensions and Mounting Area 11-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.3.2 Connection Elements 11-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.3.3 Communication Options 11-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11.3.4 Labeling Function Keys (OP170 B) 11-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12 Memory card for TP170 B and OP170 B 12-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13 Maintenance/Upkeep 13-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Clean Screen/Keyboard 13-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14 Operating System Update 14-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendices
A Technical Data A-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B Interface Assignment B-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
C System Messages C-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
D ESD Guidelines D-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E SIMATIC HMI Documentation E-1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Low-end units
The Touch Panels TP170 A and TP170 B, and Operator Panel OP170 B represent
products in the new series of low-end operating units. The units in this series are
based on the innovative standard WindowsR CE operating system. They complete
the SIMATIC HMI product range in the low-end sector. The TP170 A is a low-price
initial unit which can operate with all SIMATIC S7 CPUs. The TP170 B and
OP170 B fulfill all sophisticated functional requirements.
This new product series enables self-created graphics, digital photos and scanned
screens to be integrated in a project. Bars and trend curve diagrams can still be
used to graphically display temperature progressions, for example.
The units are equipped with an interface for MPI and PROFIBUS-DP. This
interface is also used for downloading configurations. The unit memories are
designed for small to medium-size configurations.
Here is a short selection of common features:
S Automatic transfer detection for downloading configurations
S Password protection
S Input/Output fields to display and modify process parameters
S Configurable buttons and function keys (OP170 B) to control input/output and
data bits
S Bars for the graphical dsplay of dynamic values
S Standard library for graphics and buttons can be used under ProTool CS
S Graphics can be configured to label buttons or as format-filling background
screens
S Fixed text for labeling buttons, process screens or process values in any
character size
Additional features with TP170 B and OP170 B:
S Print functions
S Trends
S Scheduler
S Recipe management
S Backing up recipe data and configurations on optional memory cards (CF card)
A complete overview of the functional range of the units is provided Chapter 2.
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Area of use of the units
The units have been conceived for easy machine operation and monitoring. They
provide a realistic graphical representation of the machine or system to be
monitored. Their area of use include implementation in machine and apparatus
construction as well as in the packing and electronics industry.
The high degree of protection (IP65 on the front side) and non-implementation of
moving storage media, such as hard disks and floppy disks, ensure the operating
units are also suitable for use in rough industrial environments and directly on site
on the respective machine.
Installation locations for the units include:
S Panels
S Consoles
As a result of their minimum installation depth, the units are particularly suited for
operation near the machine.
Easy to operate and observe
The units enable operating statuses, current process values and errors concerning
a connected PLC to be graphically displayed and the relevant machine or system
to be easily monitored and operated. Display and operation of the units can be
adapted optimally for the respective process requirements by using the
configuration software ProTool CS.
The units can be used to:
S control and monitor the process by means of the menu system. Setpoint values
or control element settings, for instance, can be modified by entering values or
activating configured function keys;
S display processes, machines and systems on full-graphic, dynamic screens;
S display and edit messages and, for example, process tags in output fields, and
to visualize bars or status display;
S to intervene directly in processes via the Touch Screen (TP170 A, TP170 B) or
using the integrated keyboard (OP170 B).
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Configuring using ProTool/Pro CS, ProTool and ProTool/Lite
Graphics, texts and operating and display elements which need to be represented
on the operating units must first be created on a configuration computer (PC or
PU) using the configuration software SIMATIC ProTool/Pro CS, ProTool or
ProTool/Lite. The configuration computer must be connected to the operating unit
in order to download the project to the operating unit (refer to “Configuration
phase” in Figure 1-1).
Once the project has been successfully downloaded, connect the operating unit to
the PLC. The operating unit can then communicate with the PLC and respond
according to the information configured for running the program in the PLC (refer to
“Process control phase” in Figure 1-1).
Create project data
Save project data
Test project
Simulate project
Download project data
Connected to PLC
Configuration phase
Process running phase
PC/PU
PLC
TP170 A / TP170 B / OP170 B
Figure 1-1 Configuration and process running phase
Note
The units can be configured, as required, using the configuration software
ProTool/Pro CS, ProTool or ProTool/Lite. Throughout this manual, the term
ProTool CS (CS: Configuration System) is used to represent all three software
variants.
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Overview of units
TP170 A, TP170 B OP170 B
TP170 A TP170 B OP170 B
Processor Type 32 bit RISC
Memory Memory for configuration 256 kByte 512 kByte
Software Operating system MicrosoftR WindowsR CE
Ser. interface 1 Physics 1 ´ RS232 (9-pin)
1 ´ RS422/RS485
S7 connection MPI/PROFIBUS-DP
Max. baud rate 1.5 MB 12 MB
Ser. interface 2 – RS232
Display Active screen area (W ´ H) in
mm
211 ´ 158 (6’’)
Resolution (pixels) 320 ´ 240
Colors 4 Blue Mode 4 Blue Mode
or
16 colors
4 Blue Mode
Operating elements Touch Screen ✔ –
Matrix keyboard – ✔
Function keys with configurable
functions
– 24
(18 with
LEDs)
Those usable as softkeys – 14
Labeling the function keys – System-
specific with
labelling
strips
Special features S External memory extension:
-- Slot for CF card – ✔
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Further information
Detailed information on the technical data of the operating units is provided in
Appendix A of this manual.
Detailed descriptions of the creation of projects for the operating unit and
configuration software functions are provided in the ProTool Configuring
Windows-based Systems user’s guide and in the online help for ProTool CS.
Connection of the operating unit to the PLC is described in the Communication for
Windows-based Systems user’s manual.
Any new information which could not be taken into account for printing in the
guides is provided in the Readme.wri file on the ProTool CD.
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Functionality
The table below summarizes the functional scope of the operating units. The values specified
are the maximum values which can be managed by the units. The values are limited by the size
of the memory used.
Function TP170 A TP170 B OP170 B
Event messages Number 100 4001)
Display Message view Message line, message window/
message page, message view
View all queued
messages
Message view Message page/Message view
Message length per line 70 characters
Process values in
message text
8
Edit messages – ✔
Alarm messages Number – 4001)
Display – Message
window/
message page/
message view
Message line/
message
window/
message
page/message
view
Type of display – first/last, selectable
View all queued
messages
– In message page/message view
Message length per line – 70 characters
Process values in
message text
– 8
Acknowledge individual
alarm messages
– ✔
Acknowledge several
alarm messages
simultaneously (group
acknowledgement)
– 16 acknowledgment groups
Edit messages – ✔
2
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Function TP170 A TP170 B OP170 B
ALARM_S Display S7 messages – ✔
Message logging Output to printer – ✔
Volatile message
b ff
Capacity – 128 message events
buffer
View event/alarm
messages
–/– ✔/✔
Delete – ✔
Print – ✔
Message events
queued simultaneously
(max.)
16 64
Message acquisition Time of occurrence Date/Time
Message events Arrived,
Departed
Arrived, departed, acknowledged
Screens Number 20 100
Fields per screen 20 50
Tags per screen 20 50
Complex elements per
screen
5
View ✔ ✔ ✔
Print (hardcopy) – ✔ ✔
Screen objects
S Graphics ✔ ✔ ✔
S Text ✔ ✔ ✔
S Output field ✔ ✔ ✔
S Input field ✔ ✔ ✔
S Symbolic output field – ✔ ✔
S Selection field – ✔ ✔
S Date/Time – ✔ ✔
S Graphics list – ✔ ✔
S Vector graphic – ✔ ✔
S Button – ✔ ✔
S Status button ✔ ✔ ✔
S Switches – ✔ ✔
S Hidden button – ✔ ✔
S Trend graphic – ✔ ✔
S Bar ✔ ✔ ✔
S Message view – ✔ ✔
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Screens Screen objects
S Simple message
view
✔ ✔ ✔
S Password list – ✔ ✔
S Recipe view – ✔ ✔
Operator guidance
S Dynamic attributes – ✔ ✔
S Call/Hide objects – ✔ ✔
S Help text – ✔ ✔
S TAB sequence – – ✔
S Icons for softkeys – – ✔
S LEDs in function
keys
– – ✔
Fixed window – ✔ ✔
Limit value monitoring Inputs/outputs ✔ ✔ ✔
Conversion functions Inputs/outputs – ✔ ✔
Tags Number 100 250
Help text Lines/characters – 7/35 7/35
For messages – ✔ ✔
For screens – ✔ ✔
For screen objects
S Input field – ✔ ✔
S Selection field – ✔ ✔
S Button – – ✔
S Status button – – ✔
S Switches – – ✔
S Hidden button – – ✔
Trends Number – 50
Graphic objects Number 20 50
Text elements Number 100 1000
Print functions Hardcopy of screen
content
– ✔ ✔
Direct message logging – ✔ ✔
Password protection Number of passwords 1 50
Password level – 10 (0..9)
Recipes Number – 20
Data records per recipe – 502)
Entries per recipe – 60
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Online language
change
Number of languages 1 3
Screen settings Contrast ✔ ✔ ✔
Scheduler Trigger functions
cylically or once
– ✔ ✔
Connections3) Number 1 4
Communication SIMATIC S5
S AS511 4)
S PROFIBUS-DP
–
–
✔
✔
✔
✔
SIMATIC S7/M7
S MPI ✔ ✔ ✔
S PROFIBUS-DP ✔ ✔ ✔
SIMATIC 505
S NITP
S PROFIBUS-DP
–
–
✔
✔
✔
✔
Connection to PLCs from other manufacturers
Allen Bradley
(PLC-5, SLC 500)
S DF1
S DH+ 5)
S DH485 5)
–
–
–
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
LG (Lucky Goldstar)
S GLOFA GM
✔ ✔ ✔
Modicon
S Modbus
✔ ✔ ✔
Mitsubishi FX – ✔ ✔
Telemecanique TSX
S Adjust
S Uni-Telway
–
–
✔
✔
✔
✔
1) Total number for event and alarm messages
2) Limited by storage medium
3) With SIMATIC S7
4) With adapter
5) Via external module
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In this chapter
This chapter provides information on:
S starting up the operating unit for the first time (Page 3-3)
S restarting the operating unit (Page 3-4)
S options for download mode (Page 3-6)
S testing the project on the operating unit (Page 3-10)
S downloading the project back from the TP170 B and OP170 B (Page 3-12)
S backup/restore the internal Flash memory using the TP170 B and
OP170 B (Page 3-14)
Operating the operating units in the start-up phase
TP170 A:
Select the required object in the Start menu (Figure 3-1) and Configuration menu
(Figure 3-4) by touching the relevant button.
TP170 B:
Select the required object in the Start menu (Figure 3-2) and Configuration menu
(Figure 3-5) by touching the relevant button.
OP170 B:
Proceed as follows to operate the Start menu (Figure 3-3) and Configuration menu
(Figure 3-5)::
Step Procedure
1 Select the object to be operated (button, check box or input field) using
the Tabulator key.
The object currently selected is marked by a border or a different color.
2 S Buttons/Check boxes:
Press the Enter key in order to trigger the marked button or
activate/deactivate the marked check box.
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Further information on operating the units is provided in the following chapters:
S General Operation:
TP170 A, TP170 B: Chapter 4
OP170 B: Chapter5
S Operating Special Screen Objects:
TP170 A: Chapter 6
TP170 B, OP170 B: Chapter7
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3.1 Initial Startup
Procedure
When the operating unit is started up for the first time, no project has been loaded
on it. In order to download the necessary project data and the runtime software
from the configuration computer to the operating unit, proceed as follows,
observing the sequence:
Step Procedure
1 Depending on the settings in the Configuration menu (Figure 3-4 or 3-5), connect
the interface IF1A or IF2 (serial)1) or IF1B (MPI) of the operating unit to the
configuration computer using an appropriate standard cable.
2 Switch on the power supply for the operating unit.
Since no project has been loaded on the operating unit up to this point, it
automatically switches to Download mode. The operating unit displays the
message Connecting to host until it receives data from the configuration
computer or the button Cancel is pressed.
If the message Connecting to host does not appear, it is probable that the
options for download mode have been incorrectly set (refer to the note on
Page 3-8).
3 If data should be downloaded via an MPI connection, set the following
parameters on the configuration computer:
S OP address: 1
S Transmission rate: 187.5 kBaud
Start downloading the project on the configuration computer. Further settings
necessary on the configuration computer for the download operation are
provided in the ProTool Configuring Windows-based Systems user’s guide.
The configuration computer checks the connection to the operating unit. If the
connection is not available or defective, the corresponding error message
appears.
If downloading from the configuration computer is terminated as a result of a
compatibility conflict, please continue as described in Chapter 14.
If the connection is correct, the project data is downloaded to the operating unit.
Following successful downloading, the operating unit restarts and displays the
start screen of the project that has just been loaded.
1) TP170 A: IF1A
TP170 B, OP170 B: IF2
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Purpose
During recommissioning, a project already loaded on the operating unit is replaced
by another. In this case, the project data is downloaded from the configuration
computer to the operating unit.
The following options are available to switch the operating unit to Download mode:
S Start downloading manually during the operating unit start-up phase.
S Start downloading automatically while the operating unit is in operation.
S Start downloading via a correspondingly configured operating element while the
operating unit is in operation (refer to Page 9-7).
Start downloading manually during the operating unit start-up phase
Step Procedure
1 Connect interface IF1A or IF2 (serial)1), or IF1B (MPI), on the operating unit to
the configuration computer using an appropriate standard cable.
2 Switch on the power supply for the operating unit.
3 If necessary, check the interface settings in the Configuration menu (Figure 3-4
or 3-5) and adapt them as required.
4 During the operating unit start-up phase, the menu illustrated in Figure 3-1, 3-2
or 3-3 appears briefly. Press the Download button to set the operating unit to
Download mode before the start-up routine is completed.
The operating unit continues to display the message Connecting to host
until it receives data from the configuration computer or the Cancel button is
pressed.
If the message Connecting to host does not appear, it is probable that the
options for download mode have been incorrectly set (refer to the note on
Page 3-8).
5 If downloading should be performed via an MPI connection, set the OP address
and transmission rate valid for the operating unit on the configuration computer
(refer to the note on Page 3-5).
Start downloading the project on the configuration computer.
The configuration computer checks the connection to the operating unit. If the
connection is not available or defective, the configuration computer issues the
corresponding error message.
If downloading from the configuration computer is terminated as a result of a
compatibility conflict, please continue as described in Chapter 14.
If the connection is correct, the new project is downloaded to the operating unit.
Following successful downloading, the operating unit restarts and displays the
start screen of the projects that has just been loaded.
1) TP170 A: IF1A
TP170 B, OP170 B: IF2
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Start downloading automatically when the operating unit is in operation
The operating unit can be switched automatically to Download mode from normal
operation as soon as downloading is started on the connected configuration
computer. This option is especially recommended for the test phase of a new
project because the transfer is performed without intervention on the operating
unit. A condition for this is that the following settings have been defined in the
Configuration (TP170 A: Figures 3-4, TP170 B and OP170 B: Figure 3-5):
MPI connection:
S Option MPI Transfer Enable is activated
S Option MPI Transfer Remote Control is activated
Serial connection:
S Option Serial Transfer Enable is activated
S Option Serial Transfer Remote Control is activated
A detailed description of the settings possible in the Configuration menu is
provided on Page 3-8.
Note on MPI transfer
The bus parameters (e.g. MPI address, baud rate etc.) are read out of the project
currently loaded on the operating unit.
Only use these parameters when downloading a new project, even if different
parameters are configured for the new project because the new parameters only
take effect after downloading has been completed successfully.
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3.3 Options for Download Mode
Overview
The following options can be set for download mode:
S Automatic switching to download mode from normal operation when data
transfer is initiated from the connected configuration computer
S Download mode can be restricted to a specific connection type so that
downloading can only occur either via a serial connection or an MPI connection
Call in Configuration menu
The options for Download mode can only be set when the operating unit is in its
start-up phase. During the start-up phase, the Start menu appears briefly
(TP170 A: Figure 3-1, TP170 B: Figure 3-2, OP170 B: Figure 3-3). Press the
Config button to call in the Configuration menu (TP170 A: Figures 3-4, TP170 B
and OP170 B: Figure 3-5).
Figure 3-1 TP170 A Start menu
Figure 3-2 TP170 B Start menu
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Figure 3-3 OP170 B Start menu
Information on the buttons Backup and Restore (TP170 B and OP170 B) is
available in Chapter 3.6.
Figure 3-4 TP170 A Configuration menu
Figure 3-5 TP170 B and OP170 B Configuration menu
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Download mode settings
Setting the download options in the Configuration menu has the following effects:
S Option MPI Transfer Enable:
If this option is deactivated, the operating unit Download mode does not permit
data transfer via an MPI connection. Activate the option to enable connection
only via MPI or PROFIBUS-DP (SIMATIC S7).
S Option MPI Transfer Remote Control:
This option is only available if the option MPI Transfer Enable is activated.
When this option is active, the operating unit automatically switches from
normal operation to Download mode in the case of an MPI transfer from the
configuration computer.
S Option Serial Transfer Enable:
If this option is deactivated, the operating unit does not permit data transfer via
a serial interface (refer to the note below).
S Option Serial Transfer Remote Control:
This option is only available if the option Serial Transfer Enable is activated.
When this option is active, the operating unit automatically switches from
normal operation to Download mode in the case of a serial transfer from the
Press the OK button to confirm the settings currently defined for the download
options. The Configuration menu is closed and the Start menu appears.
Press the Cancel button to close the Configuration menu and access the Start
menu. Any modifications made to the settings are rejected.
The group “MPI Transfer” displays both bus parameters “MPI address” and “Baud
Rate”. These parameters are valid for the project currently loaded on the operating
unit.
!
Caution
When the option Remote Control is active, ensure that the operating unit is not
inadvertently switched to download mode from the configuration computer when in
normal operation.
Note
If the options MPI Transfer Enable and Serial Transfer Enable are deactivated, it is
not possible to download a project from the configuration computer to the
operating unit.
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Exit Start menu
If the operating unit still has no project, it automatically switches to download mode
after approx. 10 seconds after having been switched on. Press the Download
button to switch the operating unit to Download mode manually.
If the operating unit contains a project, it is started automatically approx.
10 seconds after being switched on. The project can be started manually by
pressing the Start button.
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3.4 Testing a Project on the Operating Unit
Conditions
In order to switch the operating unit between the operating modes OFFLINE and
ONLINE, the function Change_mode must be linked to an operating element in the
project.
Testing on the configuration computer
The material supplied with ProTool contains a simulation program which can be
used to test the project on the configuration computer without the necessity of
connecting a PLC or operating unit. Detailed information on this is provided in the
ProTool Configuring Windows-based Systems and in the online help to
ProTool CS.
Testing without a PLC connected (OFFLINE mode)
After setting the operating unit to operating mode OFFLINE, the individual project
functions can be tested without them being affected by the PLC. PLC tags are not
updated in OFFLINE mode.
Step Procedure
1 Switch the operating unit to operating mode OFFLINE (refer to Page 9-7).
2 Check all the configured screens in respect of correct representation.
3 Check the screen hierarchy.
4 Check the input fields.
5 Test the function keys.
If faults occur when executing the individual steps, download the project again.
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Testing with a PLC connected (ONLINE mode)
When a PLC is connected, it is possible to test the communication between the
operating unit and PLC in ONLINE mode. This includes checking that the correct
data areas have been configured.
Step Procedure
1 Connect the operating unit to the PLC.
2 Test all the items in the project for which communication with the PLC is
necessary e.g.:
S messages,
S print functions
S automatic message logging
S selecting screens, etc.
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3.5 Download Back (TP170 B and OP170 B)
Purpose
During downloading, generally only the run-capable project (*.fwd) which has been
generated is downloaded on the operating unit. If the original project file is to be
used for further development of the project or for fault analysis, it must remain on
the configuration computer.
Not only the generated project can be stored on the TP170 B and OP170 B units,
but also the project source file (*.pdb), so that it can be retrieved (downloaded
back) from the operating unit later, if necessary.
Advantage
After downloading a project back, it can be analyzed and modified even if the
original configuration computer cannot be accessed or the source file (*.pdb) on it
for the project is no longer available.
Conditions
The following conditions must be fulfilled in order to retrieve the source file from the
run-capable project file:
S The operating unit must be equipped with a memory card.
S Downloading of the current project file from the configuration computer to the
operating unit must be performed using the option Download Back Enabled.
What happens during download/download back?
In the case of downloading including transfer of the source file, the project is
compressed from the source format (*.pdb) and downloaded to the operating unit
as a *.pdz file. After downloading back, the file is decompressed in the ProTool CS
configuration software.
The project must be given a new name on the configuration computer.
Note
S The downloaded back, decompressed project file (*.pdb) can only be opened
with a ProTool CS whose version number is greater or equal to that of the
configuration software with which the project was created.
S ProTool CS cannot check whether the source file on the operating unit matches
the project actually run on it. If downloading is performed at any time without
the option “Download Back” being activated, it is possible that old project data
is on the operating unit which no longer matches the current project.
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Instructions
Downloading a project back from the operating unit:
Step Procedure
1 Select the menu option File ® Download Back in ProTool CS on the
2 Select one of the two following connection types between the operating unit and
configuration computer in the Download Back Settings dialog:
S Serial
S MPI/PROFIBUS-DP (via network connection)
3 Click on Edit and set the connection parameters:
S for serial: connection and baud rate
S for MPI: OP address of the operating unit
The settings are saved and correspondingly reapplied when downloading back
is triggered at a later date.
4 Switch the operating unit to download mode manually or using Remote Control
according to the setting in the Configuration menu.
5 Start downloading back with OK.
Download back automatically switches the operating unit download mode.
Note
A condition for this is that the download type implemented is set on the operating
unit (refer to Page 3-8).
Following successful downloading back, the Save as dialog opens.
6 Enter a new name or select an existing project to be overwritten and click on
Save.
The project retrieved is saved and automatically opened in ProTool CS.
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3.6 Backup/Restore the Internal Flash Memory
(TP170 B and OP170 B)
Purpose
The functions Backup and Restore provide the following options:
S Creating a backup copy of the entire project on memory card,
S Recovering a stored project in the case of a fault,
S Updating a project regardless of where the operating unit is in use, without a
Conditions
The two functions, Backup and Restore, are only available in the Start menu
(TP170 B: Figure 3-2, OP170 B: Figure 3-3) during the operating unit’s start-up
phase. In order to access the Start menu, either the Exit_runtime function must be
called in or the unit restarted.
Insert the memory card in the expansion slot before starting the Backup/Restore
process.
Notes on memory cards are provided in Chapter 12.
Backup
During a backup, the entire content of the internal Flash memory is copied onto an
external storage medium. Both system data and configuration data are copied.
This data is stored under Storage Card/pdz.
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Proceed as follows to create a backup copy of the internal Flash memory:
Step Procedure
1 Deactivate the write protection on the memory card, if set.
2 Insert the memory card in the slot (TP170 B: Figure 11-4 on Page 11-6,
OP170 B: Figure 11-6 on Page 11-9).
3 Call in the operating unit Start menu (TP170 B: Figure 3-2, OP170 B: Figure 3-3).
4 Start the Backup process by using the Backup button.
5 Confirm the deletion of any existing backup files beforehand.
6 When the data has been completely downloaded, the operating unit issues a
message.
7 Remove the memory card from the operating unit.
8 Activate the write protection on the memory card, if available.
Restore
In the case of a restore process, the content of a Flash memory stored on an
external storage medium is reloaded into the internal Flash memory. Both system
data and configuration data are copied. Prior to this, the operating unit Flash
memory is completely cleared following confirmation.
Proceed as follows to restore the content of the internal Flash memory:
Step Procedure
1 Activate the write protection on the memory card, if available.
2 Insert the memory card in the slot (TP170 B: Figure 11-4 on Page 11-6,
OP170 B: Figure 11-6 on Page 11-9).
3 Call in the operating unit Start menu (TP170 B: Figure 3-2, OP170 B: Figure 3-3).
4 Start the restore process by clicking on the Restore button.
5 Before starting the Restore process, the operating unit checks the compatibility
with the data to be restored. In the case of incompatibility, the operating unit
terminates the process and issues the relevant message.
6 Confirm that the internal Flash memory.
7 When the data has been completely downloaded, the operating unit issues a
message.
8 Remove the memory card from the operating unit.
9 Start up the operating unit again.
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Operating Touch Panels TP170 A and
TP170 B
Operating concept
The screen is used to observe the operating status of the machine or system being
monitored and, at the same time, to intervene directly in the process running
simply by touching the buttons and input fields displayed.
4.1 Operating Touch Elements
Definition
Touch elements are contact-sensitive operating elements provided on the touch
panel screen, such as buttons, input fields and message windows. Their operation
is basically no different from pressing conventional keys. Touch elements are
operated by touching them lightly with your finger or a suitable object.
Note
Never use pointed or sharp instruments to operate the Touch Panel to prevent
damage to the plastic surface of the touch screen.
!
Caution
Be sure to touch only one point on the touch panel screen element. Never touch
more than one touch element at a time. Otherwise, an action may be
unintentionally initiated.
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Operation acknowledgement
As soon as the touch panel detects valid contact with a touch element, it responds
by displaying a visual acknowledgement. An acknowledgment is independent of
communication with the PLC. It is not an indication of the required action actually
having been executed.
The type of visual acknowledgement is dependent on the operating element
touched:
S Buttons
In the case of 3D-effect configurations, visual representation is distinguished
according to the statuses touched and untouched. Examples of representation
are illustrated below by means of the Status button:
UntouchedTouched
S Input fields
After an input field has been touched, the screen keyboard illustrated in
Figure 4-1 appears as acknowledgement of the operation.
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4.1.1 Enter Numeric Values
Principles of operation
In order to enter numeric values, the touch panel automatically displays a numeric
screen keyboard after touching an input field, for example. Keys on the keyboard
which are available for operation are highlighted as 3D keys, those not available
are simply displayed as areas. After completing the input, the screen keyboard is
automatically hidden.
Figure 4-1 illustrates an example of the screen keyboard for entering numeric
values. The keys A to F for entering hexadecimal values are inoperable in this
example. The Help key (TP170 B) is only displayed when help text has been
configured for that particular input field.
Figure 4-1 Screen keyboard for numeric values
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Meanings of buttons
Table 4-1 Significance of buttons
Button Function Purpose
...0
Enter character Enter character via the
keyboard in normal or Shift
level.
Move input position
to the left
Move current input position
one character to the left.
Move input position
to the right
Move current input position
one character to the right.
Cancel (Escape) Discard input and close the
screen keyboard.
Enter Confirm input and close the
screen keyboard.
Call in help text Calls in the configured help
text.
Backspace Deletes the character to the
left of the current cursor
position.
Procedure
Numeric values are entered character by character using the input keys on the
screen keyboard. If a value already exists in the field, this is deleted on entering
the first character. After beginning entering a value, it is impossible to exit from the
field without either confirming the entry or canceling it.
Characters entered are aligned to the right. On entering a new character, all those
already entered are shifted one position to the left (pocket calculator format).
Invalid characters are rejected and an error message appears. On exceeding the
maximum number of characters, the last character entered is overwritten.
Confirm the value entered by pressing ENTER or cancel the input by pressing ESC.
The window is closed in both cases.
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Limit value test
Limit values can be configured for numeric input fields. In this case, values
entered are only accepted when they lie within the limits configured. If an attempt
is made to enter a value which is outside the configured limits, it is rejected and the
original value automatically reinserted.
4.1.2 Enter Alphanumeric Values
Principles of operation
In order to enter alphanumeric values, the touch panel automatically displays an
alphanumeric screen keyboard after touching an input field. Keys on the keyboard
which are available for operation are highlighted as 3D keys, those not available
are simply displayed as areas. After completing the input, the screen keyboard is
automatically hidden.
Figure 4-2 illustrates an example of a normal screen keyboard to enter
alphanumeric values. The Help key (TP170 B) is only displayed when help text has
been configured for that particular input field.
Figure 4-2 Screen keyboard for alphanumeric values, normal level
Table 4-1 on Page 4-4 explains the significance of the individual keys.
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Keyboard levels
The alphanumeric screen keyboard has two levels:
S Normal level
S Shift level
Toggle between the two levels by pressing the SHIFT key.
Figure 4-3 Screen keyboard for alphanumeric values, Shift level
Procedure
Characters entered are aligned to the left. Following each entry, the cursor skips to
the right to the next entry position.
If an alphanumeric input field already contains a value, it is displayed in reversed
colors and deleted as the new value is entered. In order to edit an existing value,
press one of the cursor keys as the first entry. On pressing CURSOR LEFT, the cursor
remains on the first character, after pressing CURSOR RIGHT it skips to the second
character. In this case, the value reverts back to its normal representation and can
be edited.
On exceeding the maximum number of characters, the last character entered is
overwritten.
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Confirm the value entered by pressing ENTER or cancel the input by pressing ESC.
The window is closed in both cases.
The current input position is displayed in inverse colors. Invalid characters (e.g.
values greater than 23 when specifying the time for a clock) are rejected and an
error message appears. On exceeding the maximum number of characters which
can be entered, the last character entered is overwritten.
Note
The characters available and layout of the alphanumeric screen keyboard are
independent of the language set on the operating unit.
4.1.3 Enter Symbolic Values on the TP170 B
Purpose
Values entered in a symbolic input field are not entered character-by-character but
are selected from a list provided, e.g.:
Figure 4-4 Symbolic input field, opened (example)
Procedure
Touch the symbolic input field on the operating unit touch screen. In this case, the
selection list opens up immediately. After selecting an element from the list, the
selection list is closed and the selected text appears in the list box.
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4.2 Calling in Help Text on the TP170 B
Purpose
Configuration planners can provide users with additional information on messages,
screens and input fields in the form of help texts. Help text, concerning an input
field for example, may provide information on permissible value ranges (refer to
Figure 4-5) or, in the case of an alarm message, information related to the cause
and its elimination.
Enter temperature setpoint for Tank_1
(Range 40...80 _C)
Figure 4-5 Help text for an input field (example)
Procedure
S Call in help on messages
Touch the following key in the message window, on the message page, in the
message buffer or the message view
S Call in help on input fields
Touch the Help key on the screen keyboard. This key only appears if a
configured help text exists.
S Call in help to screen
If the function Display Information Text has been assigned to a button, for
example, in the project, touch that button to call in the help text configured for
the current screen.
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Operating Keyboard Unit OP170 B
Operating concept
The operating status of the machine or system to be monitored can be observed on
the OP170 B screen and the process currently running directly influenced by using
the keyboard.
This chapter provides information on the general operating procedures for the
OP170 B. Information regarding operation for special screen objects is provided in
Chapter 6.
5.1 Integrated Keyboard
Keypads
The OP170 B keyboard consists of two functional keypads (Figure 5-1):
S Function keys/Soft keys (keys K1 to K10 and F1 to F14)
S System keys
Figure 5-1 Assignment of OP170 B keypads
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Function keys for global function assignment
A function key for global function assignment always triggers the same action on
the OP170 B or in the PLC regardless of the screen currently open (global
significance on the OP170 B). These actions could include:
S Open screen
S Display current alarm messages
S Print screen (hardcopy)
The following function keys can be assigned during configuration:
K1 to K10
F1 to F14
Function keys for local function assignment (softkeys)
A function key for local function assignment (softkey) can trigger different actions
on the OP170 B or in the PLC according to the screen currently open (local
significance of current screen). If configured, the function of a softkey is indicated
by an icon located at the edge of the current screen.
All the function keys located directly at the edge of the screen can be assigned
locally significant functions during configuration. In the case of the OP170 B, this
relates to the keys F1 to F14.
Note
If a function key is pressed directly following changing screens, the corresponding
function associated with the new screen is triggered before the screen is
generated.
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System keys
Table 5-1 Functions of the system keys
Key Function Purpose
Shift Switches the assignment of the input keys
from numeric to alphanumeric input.
S No LED lights up:
Numeric assignment is active. Press the
key once to switch to alphanumeric
assignment.
S An LED lights up:
The left or right alphanumeric assignment
is active. Each time the key is pressed
switches through left, right and off.
Activate editing
mode, Insert/Delete
character
S Activates editing mode.
S Deletes or inserts individual characters.
Delete character in numeric keyboard
assignment. To insert characters, use the
Shift key to switch to alphanumeric
assignment.
Cancel S Deletes the character of a value entered
and resets the original value.
S Closes the active window.
Acknowledge Acknowledges the currently displayed alarm
message or all messages in an
acknowledgment group (group
acknowledgement).
The LED lights up as long as
unacknowledged alarm messages are
queued.
Display help text Opens a window with help text in respect of
the selected object (message, input field). The
LED indicates if help text exists for the
selected object.
Acknowledge S Accepts and ends the input.
S Opens a selection field for symbolic input.
S Triggers the function on the selected
button.
Tabulator Moves to the next screen object available for
selection in the configured tabulation
sequence.
Delete character Deletes the character to the left of the cursor.
Move cursor S Move to the next screen object available
for selection to the right, left, above or
below the current screen object.
S Navigation in the screen object.
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Table 5-1 Functions of the system keys, continued
PurposeFunctionKey
Only use in combination with other keys, e.g.
navigation in trend view (Page 7-26).
Only use in combination with other keys, e.g.
shift to capital letters.
Only for use with key combinations, e.g. open
selection field (Page 5-5).
Scroll one page back .
Scroll one page forward.
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5.2 Key Combinations
General operation
Table 5-2 Key combinations
Key combination Function
Navigation
Moves to the previous screen object available for selection in the
configured tabulation sequence.
Positions the cursor within a screen object, e.g. in an input field.
Skip to the start, e.g. of a selection list.
Skip to the end, e.g. of a selection list.
Opens a selection field.
Screen settings
Increase the screen contrast.
Reduce the screen contrast.
During the start-up phase
Switches the OP170 B to download mode.
As long as no data transfer is taking place, it is possible to exit
from download mode.
Other functions
Accepts the selected value in the selection field without closing
it.
S Changes the active window.
S Switches between basic area and window.
Mark all
Display the properties of the marked element
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Table 5-2 Key combinations, continued
FunctionKey combination
Continue to next field
Return to previous field
Open next tab control 1)
Open previous tab control 1)
Close dialog without saving
1) When the name of the tab control has the focus.
Operating screen objects using function keys
Screen objects assigned to buttons, e.g. message view, trend view or recipe view,
can also operated by means of function keys or softkeys. A condition for this is that
each relevant function has been linked to a function key or softkey in the project.
These functions are complied in ProTool CS within the Keyboard action for screen
objects.
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5.3 Entering Values
Marking
On selecting an input field, the entire field content is marked by changing color.
After pressing a key (except a cursor key), the field content is deleted and the new
input displayed.
After selecting a field, press the SHIFT key and a cursor key simultaneously to clear
the marking on the field contents and enable the cursor to be moved freely within
the field.
Operation
Proceed as follows in order to enter values in an input field:
Step Procedure
1 Use the cursor keys to position the cursor on the desired input field.
2 Enter the value in the following form, according to the configuration:
S Numeric (Page 5-8)
S Alphanumeric (Page 5-9)
S Symbolic (Page 5-10)
3 Confirm the entry.
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5.3.1 Enter Numeric Values
Procedure
Numeric values are entered character-by-character using the input keys on the
keyboard. If a value already exists in the field, this is deleted on entering the first
character. After beginning entering a value, it is impossible to exit from the field
without either confirming the entry or canceling it.
Possible values
The following values are possible in numeric input fields:
Values Keys Description
Decimal
...
The input keys are numerically assigned.
...
,
Hexadecimal
...
...
To enter the characters A ...F use the Shift
key to switch to alphanumeric assignment.
Digits
,
The input keys are numerically assigned.
Limit value check
Limit values can be configured for numeric input fields. In this case, values
entered are only accepted when they lie within the limits configured. If a value is
entered which lies outside the limits, the corresponding system message appears.
After they are cancelled, the original values are automatically reset.
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5.3.2 Enter Alphanumeric Values
Procedure
Alphanumeric values are entered character-by-character using the input keys on
the keyboard. Digits, letters and spaces are possible.
After entering a character, the cursor moves one space to the right. If the entry
exceeds beyond the maximum number of places, the OP170 B overwrites the last
character entered with each subsequent entry.
Input Keys Description
Digits
...
,
The numeric assignment is active when no
LED is on.
Letters
...
The alphanumeric assignment is active when one of
the two LEDs is on.
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5.3.3 Enter Symbolic Values
Purpose
Values entered in a symbolic input field are not entered character-by-character but
are selected from a list provided, e.g.:
Figure 5-2 Symbolic input field, opened (example)
Procedure
Step Keys Description
1 Select
(e g )
Symbolic input field is marked.1 Select
symbolic
(e.g.)
Symbolic input field is marked.
y
input field
2 Open symbolic
input field
The selection list opens up.
3 Select entry Moves cursor line by line.
4 Apply selection The value assigned to the selection becomes
valid. The symbolic input field is closed.
or
Cancel
selection
The original value is reapplied.
The symbolic input field is closed.
Tip
After pressing an alphanumeric key, the first list entry which begins with that
character is selected.
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5.4 Call Help Text
Purpose
Help texts consist of additional information and operating instructions provided by
the configuration planner concerning messages, screens and operable screen
objects. Help text, concerning an input field for example, may provide information
on permissible value ranges (refer to Figure 5-3) or, in the case of an alarm
message, information related to the cause and its elimination.
Enter temperature setpoint for Tank_1
(Range 40...80 _C)
Figure 5-3 Help text for an input field (example)
Procedure
Proceed as follows in order to call in the configured help text, e.g. for an input field:
Step Procedure
1 Select the required input field, e.g. using the Tabulator key.
2 The LED in the HELP key lights up, indicating that a help text is available.
Press the HELP key.
3 The help text configured for the input field is displayed on the OP170 B in the
language set. If a help text has also been configured for the current screen, it
is displayed too.
4 Press the ESC key to close the help text window.
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Screen Objects for TP170 A
In this chapter
This chapter introduces the screen objects which may be contained in a
configuration and explains their operation. It provides the following information:
S General operation (Page 6-2)
S Summary of screen objects (Page 6-4)
S Input field for date/time (Page 6-5)
S Input field for confidential password entry (Page 6-5)
S Status button (Page 6-6
S Messages (Page 6-7)
S Bars (Page 6-9)
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6.1 General Operation
In this chapter
This chapter contains information on how to operate screens and logging in and
out of the operating unit.
6.1.1 Operating Screens
What is a screen?
Screens visualize the progress of processes and display specified process values.
A screen contains logically related process data which the operating unit can both
display and modify by operating the individual values.
Screen partitions
A screen is basically composed of static and dynamic sections. The terms “static”
and “dynamic” do not refer to the possibility of dynamically positioning screen
partitions but to the connection to the PLC.
Static partitions, e.g. text and graphics, are not updated by the PLC. Dynamic
partitions, e.g. input and output fields, trend view and bars, are linked to the PLC
and display current values constantly read in from the PLC memory. Their
connection to the PLC is established by means of tags.
A summary of all the screen objects which the operating unit may contain is
provided on Page 6-4.
Select screen
There are several ways in which to select a screen:
S Button
Pressing a button opens the corresponding screen defined in the configuration.
S Input field
Enter the corresponding number of the screen to be viewed in the input field.
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6.1.2 Logging On and Off from the Operating Unit
Purpose
During the configuration, input fields and buttons can be protected against
unauthorized operation by assigning passwords. Important parameters and
settings can then only be modified by authorized personnel. The password is
defined at the moment the element is configured and cannot be modified via the
operating unit.
Login
If operating elements are to be assigned password protection in the configuration,
it must be possible for the operator to log in. In this case, the function Login_user
must be linked with an operating element, preferably an input field, in the
configuration.
In order to access a password protected operating element during runtime, it is
necessary to log in on the operating unit. It is then possible to access all password
protected operating elements up to the point of logging off from the operating unit.
When correspondingly configured, it is also possible to log on via an input field for
confidential password entry. The character string entered is represented by
placeholders (*).
Logoff
In order to rule out operation by unauthorized personnel, the login should not
remain active on the operating unit for too long a period of time. The following
options are available with which to log off from the operating unit:
S Configured logout time expires
If the operating unit is not operated by the user within the configured period
(logout time), he is automatically logged off from the operating unit.
S Log out of the operating unit
If the configuration links the function Logoff_user with an operating element, the
element can be used to log off from the operating unit.
Tip
It is possible to log off by entering an incorrect password.
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6.2 Overview of Screen Objects
Table 6-1 provides a summary of the various screen objects which a TP170 A
project may contain.
Table 6-1 Screen objects configurable for the TP170 A
Screen object Use/Description
Text Text is used during configuration to label operating and
display elements, for example. Text can be configured
over several lines and cannot be altered on the
operating unit.
Graphics Graphics can be used in the configuration, e.g. to
represent a system or as an illustrative symbol for
configured display and operating elements.
Output field The output field displays the current value in numeric
or alphanumeric form.
Input field Enter a value in the input field. The values can be in
numeric or alphanumeric form. Entries which lie
outside the specified value range are rejected
according to the limit values which have been
configured.
The input can be protected by means of a password.
Status button A Status button is a display and operating element
which has one of two states: Touched and Untouched.
The states can be indicated by means of text or
graphics.
The Status button can be configured to be locking
(switch function) or non-locking (keying function).
Bar Bar graphs present a value in the form of a rectangular
area. The operating unit thus provides a clear
indication of how far the current value is from the limit
values, or if a setpoint value has been reached, at a
glance. Bars are often used to represent fill levels or
workpiece numbers.
Direction, scaling and labeling the axis can be
configured as required. In order to identify limit values,
limit value lines can be called in.
Simple message view Special filter criteria for displaying pending messages
are configured in the message view.
Notes on operation are provided on Page 6-8.
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6.3 Input Field for Date/Time
Purpose
The input field for date and time serves to enter calendar dates and the time. The
input format is dependent on the language currently set on the operating unit. The
figure below illustrates examples of input fields for date and time in English
language format.
6.4 Input Field for Confidential Password Entry
Purpose
When a password is entered in the input field for confidential passwords, the
characters are represented by placeholders (*). The figure below illustrates an
example.
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6.5 Status Button
Purpose
The Status button is an operating and display element with the two states Pressed
and Released. Status buttons indicate the status of a unit which cannot be
determined from the operating unit (e.g. a motor). At the same time, it is also
possible to change the status of the unit concerned on the operating unit.
Behavior
The behavior of the Status button can be configured:
S Switch:
The switch has two stable states. It toggles from one state to the other each
time it is operated, and remains in the respective state until it is operated again.
S Key:
The button has a fixed, stable home position. When operated, it switches to the
status pressed and remains in this state as long as it is kept pressed. When
released, it automatically switches back to its released position.
Functions which have been assigned to the Status button can be triggered, for
example, by the following configurable events:
S Status change
S Printing
S Releasing
If the status of a switch type Status button changes as a result of a modification of
configured tags, not through operation, the corresponding function is not executed.
Display
The two indicator statuses of the types Switch and Button with acknowledgement
can be assigned different texts or graphics in /Pro CS which are displayed on the
Status button during runtime.
Figure 6-1 illustrates an example of a switch type Status button when pressed (left)
and not pressed (right).
Figure 6-1 The two statuses relate to the Status button when the Switch option is set
Operation
Touch the Status button on the operating unit.
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6.6 Messages
What are messages?
Messages which appear on the operating unit indicate events and statuses related
to the control process and operating unit itself. A message can contain text and
tags.
The TP170 A differentiates between event messages and system messages:
S Event messages
indicate a status in the process, for example, Motor ON.
Event messages are configured. They are triggered when a bit is set in the
PLC.
S System Messages
are triggered by the operating unit. They are not configured.
System messages indicate, for example, incorrect operations or communication
faults. A time period can be considered for system messages in the
configuration software. This defines how long a system message appears on
the operating unit.
A list of the most important system messages is provided in the Appendix C.
Message events
These messages are triggered according to events. Message events on the
TP170 A include:
S Message arrival
A message which has been triggered is considered as having arrived. As soon
as message is triggered, it is displayed in the operating unit message view and
is then considered as queued.
S Message departure
A message is considered as having departed when its configured time period
has expired or the event causing the message is no longer present. As soon as
a message has departed it is deleted from the message view.
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Message view
The TP170 A displays messages which have arrived in the message view. If
several messages are present simultaneously on the operating unit, the oldest
message in the queue is deleted.
It is possible to define specific views of the messages to be displayed in the
message view. Various filter criteria is available for this in the configuration
software.
The following can be configured
S Message categories (event and system messages)
S Number of columns
S Number of lines per message
S Sorting (oldest or latest message at the top)
S Maximum number of visible messages
The figure illustrates an example of a message view with the configured columns
S Date
S Time
S Message number
S Message states
S Message text
12.12.99 14:27:06 110001 K
Change to operating status ’online’
12.12.99 14:27:07 140001 K
Connection discontinued: Station 2, Rack 0, Slot 0
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Purpose
Bar graphs present a value in the form of a rectangular area. The operating unit
thus provides a clear indication of how far the current value is from the limit values,
or if a setpoint value has been reached, at a glance. Bar graphs can be used to
display fill levels or quantities, for example.
Display
It is possible to configure minimum and maximum values and the direction a bar
graph moves by increasing the tag value:
Figure 6-2 depicts the various states of a horizontal bar graph:
1. Value drops below the minimum value configured
2. Value lies within the configured display range
3. Value exceeds the maximum value configured
4. Value lies within the configured limit range
Figure 6-2 Different bar states
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Screen Objects for TP170 B and OP170 B
In this chapter
This chapter introduces the screen objects which may be contained in a
configuration and explains their operation. It provides the following information:
S General operation (Page 7-2)
S Summary of screen objects (Page 7-6)
S Input field for date/time (Page 7-9)
S Input field for confidential password entry (Page 7-9)
S Button (Page 7-10)
S Status button (Page 7-11)
S Switches (Page 7-13)
S Messages (Page 7-14)
S Bars (Page 7-24)
S Trend view (Page 7-25)
S Date/Time (Page 7-27)
S Password list (Page 7-28)
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7.1 General Operation
In this chapter
This chapter contains information on how to operate screens and logging in and
out of the operating unit.
7.1.1 Operating screens
What is a screen?
Screens visualize the progress of processes and display specified process values.
A screen contains logically related process data which the operating unit can both
display and modify by operating the individual values.
Screen partitions
A screen is basically composed of static and dynamic sections. The terms “static”
and “dynamic” do not refer to the possibility of dynamically positioning screen
partitions but to the connection to the PLC.
Static partitions, e.g. text and graphics, are not updated by the PLC. Dynamic
partitions, e.g. input and output fields, trend view and bars, are linked to the PLC
and display current values constantly read in from the PLC memory. Their
connection to the PLC is established by means of tags.
A summary of all the screen objects which the operating unit may contain is
provided in Chapter 7.2.
Fixed window
The fixed window is an area at the top of the screen. The height of the fixed
window can be configured. Since the content of the fixed window is independent of
the screen currently displayed, it is especially suited for displaying important
process magnitudes or date and time.
An operating element configured in the fixed window is available in every screen.
When using touch panels, for example, a button can be configured in the fixed
window to represent a globally effective function key.
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Icons (OP170 B)
Icons are graphics of a fixed size located at the bottom and sides of the screen.
They are defined during configuration and clearly indicate the screen-specific
functions of the softkeys in graphic form.
After pressing the respective softkey, the function symbolized by the icon is
activated either on the OP170 B or the PLC.
Message indicator
The message indicator is a configured graphical symbol which is
displayed on the screen when at least one alarm message has been
received by the operating unit.
The indicator continues to blink as long as unacknowledged messages
are present.
The number (in this case 3) represents the number of alarm messages
present.
In the case of the TP170 B, the message indicator can be operated.
Operating the message indicator on the TP170 B
The response of the message indicator is dependent on whether or not alarm
messages are present on the TP170 B which still have to be acknowledged at the
moment the indicator is touched.
S No alarm messages to be acknowledged:
The alarm message page is opened after operating the message indicator
(Page 7-19).
S Alarm messages to be acknowledged:
The alarm message window is opened after operating the message indicator
(Page 7-17).
Use the button illustrated to close the alarm window in order to operate
screens. The alarm message window can be opened again by touching the
message indicator.
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Message window
System messages
The operating unit displays internal operating statuses in the system message
window. System messages indicate, for example, incorrect operations or
communication faults. A summary of some of the most important system
messages and explanations on how to eliminate the causes are provided in
Appendix C of this manual.
Press the key depicted to close the system message window.
Event messages
The operating unit uses the event message window to display operating statuses
and faults concerning the machine or system connected to the PLC. The position
of the window can be configured.
Alarm messages
The operating unit uses the event and alarm message window to display operating
statuses and faults concerning the machine or system connected to the PLC. The
position of the window can be configured.
Since alarm messages indicate abnormal operating statuses, they must
be acknowledged. Press the key depicted to acknowledge an alarm
message.
Detailed information regarding the message window is provided on Page 7-17.
More options for displaying messages are described on Page 7-14.
Select screen
There are several ways in which to select a screen:
S Function key/Button
Pressing a function key or button opens the corresponding screen defined in
the configuration.
S Input field
Enter the corresponding number of the screen to be viewed in the input field.
S Edit messages
When configured, pressing the Edit button calls in the message assigned to the
screen in the message window or message view, for example.
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7.1.2 Logging On and Off from the Operating Unit
Purpose
During the configuration, input fields and buttons can be protected against
unauthorized operation by assigning passwords. Important parameters and
settings can then only be modified by authorized personnel.
Note
Information concerning password lists is provided on Page 7-28.
Login
If operating elements are to be assigned password protection in the configuration,
it must be possible for the operator to log in. In this case, the function Logon_User
must be linked with an operating element, preferably an input field, in the
configuration.
In order to access a password protected operating element during runtime, it is
necessary to log in on the operating unit. It is then possible to access all password
protected operating elements up to the point of logging off from the operating unit.
When correspondingly configured, it is also possible to log on via an input field for
confidential password entry. The character string entered is represented by
placeholders (*).
Logoff
In order to rule out operation by unauthorized personnel, the login should not
remain active on the operating unit for too long a period of time. The following
options are available with which to log off from the operating unit:
S Configured logout time expires
If the operating unit is not operated by the user within the configured period
(logout time), he is automatically logged off from the operating unit.
S Log out of the operating unit
If the configuration links the function Logoff_user with an operating element, the
element can be used to log off from the operating unit.
Tip
It is possible to log off by entering an incorrect password.
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7.2 Overview of Screen Objects
Table 7-1 provides an overview of the various screen objects which can be
contained in a project for the operating units TP170 B or OP170 B.
Table 7-1 TP170 B and OP170 B Screen Objects
Screen object Use/Description
Text Texts are used in the configuration to label display and
operating elements, for example. Texts cannot be
modified on the operating unit.
The importance of different texts within a screen can
be distinguished by assigning different fonts and
formats.
Texts can be configured to cover several lines and in
different languages.
Graphics Graphics can be used in the configuration, for
example, to display the system or as explanatory
symbols for display and operating elements which
have been configured.
Output field An output field displays current values from the PLC in
numerical or alphanumerical form.
Input field The input field is used to enter values which are then
transferred to the PLC. The values can be in numeric
or alphanumeric form. Entries which lie outside the
specified value range are rejected according to the limit
values which have been configured.
The input can be protected by means of a password.
Symbolic output field A symbolic output field displays current values from the
PLC as plain text.
Example:
Instead of the values 0 and 1 the symbolic output field
displays the texts Motor OFF and Motor ON.
Selection field
(TP170 B: Page 4-7
OP170 B: Page 5-10)
Values are not entered in the selection field character
by character but are selected from a text list. This
enables, for example, a motor to be switched on and
off by means of the entries ON and OFF.
Date/Time
(refer to Page 7-27)
This screen object is used to display and enter the
calendar date and time.
The way the date and time are displayed depends on
the language set on the operating unit.
Graphics list A graphic list displays current values from the PLC in
the form of a graphic.
Example:
Instead of the values 0 and 1, the graphics list displays
graphical representations for open and closed valves.
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Use/DescriptionScreen object
Vector graphics The following vector graphic objects can be configured:
S Line
S Rectangle/Square
S Rounded rectangle/square
S Circle/Ellipse
S Polyline/Polygon
These objects are combined to form vector graphics
with simple, basic geometrical shapes in your
configuration. The type, color and width of the lines
and their transparency, color filling, rounding radius,
etc. can be configured as desired.
Button
A button is a virtual key on the operating unit screen
that can be assigned one or more functions,
depending on the configuration. After pressing the
button, the functions configured for the event press are
triggered. On releasing the button, the functions
configured for the event release are triggered.
Status button
A Status button is a display and operating element
which has one of two states: Touched and Untouched.
The states can be indicated by means of text or
graphics.
The Status button can be configured to be locking
(switch function) or non-locking (keying function).
Switch
A switch serves to enter and display a binary status. It
can only be switched on or off.
Invisible button
An invisible button is a transparent button that is not
displayed on the operating unit. If invisible buttons are
located over graphics, for example, it is possible to
operate part of the graphic, e.g. a motor or valve.
After pressing the button, the functions configured for
the event press are triggered. On releasing the button,
the functions configured for the event release are
triggered.
Trend view
A trend view provides a particularly clear
representation of process data when displayed as a
continual progression.
Several different trend curves can be displayed
simultaneously in the trend view.
Bar
Bars represent values from the PLC as rectangular
areas. The operating unit thus provides a clear
indication of how far the current value is from the limit
values, or if a setpoint value has been reached, at a
glance. Bars are often used to represent fill levels or
workpiece numbers.
Direction, scaling, bar and background color and
labeling the Y-axis can be configured as required. In
order to identify limit values, limit value lines can be
called in.
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Use/DescriptionScreen object
Message view
Special filter criteria are configured in the message
view for displaying the volatile message buffer and/or
message archive.
Simple message view
A simple message view can provide a subset of the
functionality of a message view. It can be used, for
example, to simply realize a message line in a screen.
Password list
The password list can be used to display, enter and
modify passwords on the operating unit.
Recipe view
(refer to Page 8-6)
A recipe view can be used to create, save and transfer
data records on the operating unit.
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7.3 Input Field for Date/Time
Purpose
The input field for date and time serves to enter calendar dates and the time. The
input format is dependent on the language currently set on the operating unit. The
figure below illustrates examples of input fields for date and time in English
language format.
7.4 Input Field for Confidential Password Entry
Purpose
When an password is entered in the input field for confidential passwords, the
characters are represented by placeholders (*). The figure below illustrates an
example.
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7.5 Buttons
Purpose
A button is a virtual key located on the operating unit screen. Functions which have
been assigned to buttons can be triggered, for example, by the following,
configurable events:
S Clicking
S Pressing
S Releasing
Display
S Labeling
Buttons can be labeled statically or dynamically. In the case of dynamic
labeling, the text or graphic on the button changes during runtime according to
the value of a configured tag.
S Operation acknowledgement
As soon as the operating element detects a valid operation, it responds with a
visual acknowledgement. The acknowledgement, however, does not infer that
the required action is actually being executed.
Figure 7-1 illustrates an example of a button when pressed (right) and not pressed
(left).
Figure 7-1 Example of a button
Hidden buttons
Hidden buttons are transparent buttons which may lie over graphics, for example.
This enables plant parts which are graphically displayed on the operating unit to be
operated easily (e.g. a motor or valve). If a hidden button is selected on the
operating unit, its contour becomes visible as long as the button remains selected.
The contour enables the user to detect the operable area of the button.
Operation
S Key operation
Select the button, e.g. using the cursor keys and press either the Enter key or
Spacebar.
S Touch operation
Touch the button on the operating unit touch panel.
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7.6 Status Button
Purpose
The Status button is an operating and display element with the two states Pressed
and Released. Status buttons indicate the status of a unit which cannot be
determined from the operating unit (e.g. a motor). At the same time, it is also
possible to change the status of the unit concerned on the operating unit.
Behavior
The behavior of the Status button can be configured:
S Switch:
The switch has two stable states. It toggles from one state to the other each
time it is operated, and remains in the respective state until it is operated again.
S Key:
The button has a fixed, stable home position. When operated, it switches to the
status pressed and remains in this state as long as it is kept pressed. When
released, it automatically switches back to its released position.
Functions which have been assigned to the Status button can be triggered, for
example, by the following configurable events:
S Status change
S Printing
S Releasing
If the status of a switch type Status button changes as a result of a modification of
configured tags, not through operation, the corresponding function is not executed.
Display
The two indicator statuses of the types Switch and Button with acknowledgement
can be assigned different texts or graphics in /Pro CS which are displayed on the
Status button during runtime.
Figure 7-2 illustrates an example of a switch type Status button when pressed (left)
and not pressed (right).
Figure 7-2 The two statuses relate to the Status button when the Switch option is set
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