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Overview window
The overview window shows the overall status of the block:
①
②
③
④
⑤
⑥
⑦
Expanded command area
For inputs in the dialog window that require confirmation by the operator, the command area
is expanded in the faceplate. The corresponding options are then available, depending on
the selection.
Figure 3-2
The expanded command area can be programmed with a 2- or 3-level access concept for
the operator. The access can be changed in the WinCC Explorer using the internal
@APLCommandExecutionSteps variable.
Level 2: The operator only needs to press the command to execute.
Level 3: The operator must also press the OK button to execute the command.
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Group display:
Indicates whether unacknowledged alarms and warnings are pending.
LOCK status for messages, authorization level 5 and higher
Message suppression
Message acknowledgement, authorization level 5 and higher
Occupied - Batch:
This function indicates whether the block instance of SIMATIC BATCH is assigned.
Signal status of the block
Reserved
Example of expanded command area
Block icons and faceplate views
3.2 Faceplates
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