Siemens SIMATIC S5 Series User Manual

Glossary-15
Working with S5-DOS/ST
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A user interface is the collective term for the points where the user
comes in direct contact with the system he is working with (i.e. an
interface between user and computer). This means specifically the
operation of the computer using commands which are displayed on
the screen.
An area on diskette or hard disk under the operating system
PCP/M-86.
All the statements and logic for the signal processing with which a
system (process) is controlled.
Utilities belong to the operating system of the computer. They
mainly serve to make working with the computer easier, faster or
more comfortable for the user, for example, formatting diskettes,
copying files, outputting the contents of directories/disk drives.
The V.24 interface is a standardized interface for data transmission.
Printers, modems and other hardware modules can be connected to
a V.24 interface.
(Video Graphics Array)
High-resolution color graphics module, replacing EGA
U
User Interface
User Level
User Program
Utility
V
V.24/V.28 Interface
VGA
Glossary

Siemens SIMATIC S5 Series Specifications

General

Series	SIMATIC S5
Manufacturer	Siemens
Category	Controller
Programming Language	STEP 5
Modular Design	Yes
Power Supply	24V DC
Communication Interfaces	RS-232, RS-485
Memory Type	EPROM, RAM
Digital Inputs/Outputs	Varies depending on module configuration
Analog Inputs/Outputs	Varies depending on module configuration
CPU Type	Varies by model
Memory	Varies by model
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C