Parameter" Column Of The Parameter Table; Value" Column Of The Parameter Table - Siemens SIMATIC PCS 7 Operating Manual

Views
6.3 Views in SIMATIC PDM
Refer to the manufacturer device description for information on how to set the device
parameters.
Display of the parameter table
The following columns are displayed in the parameter table:
● Parameter (Page 62)
● Value (Page 62)
● Unit (Page 63)
● Status (Page 63)
Each parameter group starts with a header with the name of the group on a gray background.
The indented header text indicates the classification level of the header. The parameter lines
are positioned underneath the header.
Operator input
Any entries and changes made must be loaded to the devices in order for them to take effect.
If you click an object in the structure view, the associated parameters are displayed in the
parameter table.
Additional information
● Section "Display in the views (Page 64)"
6.3.6.1

"Parameter" column of the parameter table

The names of the individual parameters are listed in the "Parameter" column.
6.3.6.2

"Value" column of the parameter table

This column displays the value of the parameter whose name is in the "Name" (Page 62)
column. This can be a numerical value, a physical unit, a status, or a designation.
The "Value" box can only be edited if it has a white background. A box with a gray background
indicates that the parameter is read-only and cannot be modified or written.
● Right-click on the value to display a list of possible value settings for selection, provided
● Enter a new value here or select a new setting from the drop-down list box.
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that these value settings are specified in the device description.
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