Information Referring To These Operating Instructions - Siemens Simatic PG 740 PIII Operating Instructions Manual

Welcome to your PG 740 PIII

Information referring to these operating instructions

Regardless wether you already worked with a programming device like the
PG 740 PIII or you are not experienced at all, these operating instructions will help
you to get familiar with the technical features of your PG. You will learn the most
significant elements and operating structures by means of task-oriented sections
giving you information to start with almost any possible chapter.
You can find further information in the electronic manual PG 720 PII on the
CD-ROM "Backup PG 720/740". The manual contains information on
commissioning, troubleshooting, hardware and a glossary with explanations
relating to the programming device.
Basic PLC knowledge or familiarity with mouse-handling, window techniques, pull-
down menus etc. may be helpful.
With the help of STEP 7 trainings you can broaden and enhance your knowledge
of the PG 740 PIII as well as learn how to create complete automation solutions
using STEP 7.
How to use your operating instructions
You have no experience with programming
devices
You want to prepare your PG for program-
ming
You want to install additional drivers
You have to reinstall the software
You need support
You want to connect other hardware compo-
nents
You need more information from the electro-
nic manuals
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Initial Situation Corresponding Chapter
Chapter 1 Important Notes
Chapter 2 Starting up and Operating the PG
Chapter 3 Hardware components of the
PG 740 PIII
Chapter 5 Installing and Operating the
PG 740 PIII
Chapter 6.4, Installing Drivers
Chapter 6 Reinstallation of the Software
Chapter 8 Hotline Services
Chapter 4 Installing System Expansions
Connecting Peripheral Devices
Chapter 5.4 Electronic Manuals
Operating Instructions PG 740 PIII
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