01.99 5 Parameters
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SINUMERIK 840C, OEM Version for Windows (BA)
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5.2.3 Entering PLC data in ASCII format
This function is not active as standard; it must be configured by the machine
manufacturer. Please read the machine manufacturer’s operator’s guide.
If this function is configured accordingly, you can input texts - as for example
tool designations - in plaintext into the control and edit them.
The following rules for operation apply:
• You cannot input more than 27 characters per line.
• With the INPUT key the current text is overwritten left-justified with the
contents of the input line.
• The text line is deleted with the CANCEL key.
Example of a configured display (not available as standard):
MILL
Automatic
Program reset
Mode grp:1
Channel :1
14:47
Test display for input in PLC texts
Text 1 DB59, from DW 0:
Text 2 DB59, from DW 30:
Text 3 DB59, from DW 60:
Text 4 DB59, from DW 90:
TURNING TOOL1
END MILL
TAP
Fig. 5-3 Input in ASCII format