Introduction - Siemens Multi Panel MP270 SIMATIC HMI Equipment Manual

Introduction

New product category
The SIMATIC Multi Panel MP270 belongs to the new product category called
"Multifunctional Platform" and is positioned in the product hierarchy between
classic components such as operator panels and PLC on the one hand, and
industrial computers on the other. The multifunctional platform combines the
robustness of the dedicated hardware solutions with the flexibility of the PC world.
The new product category combines functions, such as visualization and control,
based on the operating system Microsoft
Multi Panels provide the following additional performance features as compared to
the proven SIMATIC operating units:
Archiving process values and messages
Dynamic use of screen objects (e.g. moving objects)
Simulation of the configuration on the PC/PG
Large selection of pre-finished screen objects available during configuration
(e.g. message view, Status/Force, buttons, selection fields)
Creation of vector graphics in ProTool without the use of a graphic editor
Area of use of the MP270
The MP270 has been conceived for easy machine operation and monitoring. It
provides a realistic graphical representation of the machine or system to be
monitored. Its area of use includes 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 MP270 is
also suitable for use in rough industrial environments and directly on site on the
respective machine.
Installation locations for the MP270 include:
Panels/Consoles
19'' cabinets/racks
Due to the fact that the MP270 is equipped with high performance basic hardware
and has a minimum installation depth means that it fulfills all the requirements for
operation in the vicinity of the machine.
MP270 Equipment Manual
Release 01/99
Windows CE.
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