Assigning parameters for the HMI device in STEP 7
6.3 KP8 and KP8F
KP8, KP8F, KP32F
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6. Change the entries, if required.
7. Click "OK".
The entries are saved. The dialog box closes.
Result
The HMI device will now respond in operation according to the new setting. The switch
states of the digital inputs/outputs of the HMI device are stored in the specified address area
of the controller.
6.3.4 KP8F – Setting the fail-safe properties
This step applies to the fail-safe slot 2 of KP8F.
Requirement
● The password for the security program must be known.
● The SIMATIC Manager and HW Config are opened.
● A project was created with a KP8F.
In the following image, the slot that requires parameter assignment is labeled in red.