Siemens SIMATIC C7-613 Manual page 106

Operating the C7-613
Components of a Screen
A screen consists of the following components:
• Static text
The static texts contain explanations for the operator. They can also include
information about the assignment of softkeys.
• Input and output fields for the following:
– Output of process values (actual values)
– Input of setpoint values, which are transmitted immediately after the input,
– Combined input/output of setpoint and actual values.
Screens are created by using the configuration interface (refer to Section 4.3.6).
Input and Output Fields
Input and output fields have the following characteristics (see also Section 5.3):
• Input fields specify setpoints in numerical form.
• The flashing cursor is visible in the selected input field.
• Output fields and combined input and output fields display actual values.
• The number format, number of places before and after the decimal point, and
limits are configured.
Selecting the Input and Output Fields
When a screen is displayed, the cursor is shown on the first input field. The cursor
is not visible if a screen does not have an input field or a combined input/output
field.
The cursor keys are used for jumping from one input field to the next . Output
fields are skipped.
A screen change is carried out - if programmed -
• By pressing the "Cursor right" key or the "Cursor down" key on the last input
field,
• By pressing the "Cursor left" key or the "Cursor up" key on the first input field
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