Service manual
MDS E-SCAN MPR E-SCAN OPERATION
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2. MPR E-Scan Operation
2.1 The Operator’s Panel
The Operator’s Panel or Front Panel consists of a display and a 20-button touch pad, which form
the interface between the operator and the instrument. The display consists of a 640 x 480 pixel
LCD screen, which provides the operator with various messages. The 20-button touch pad allows
the operator to make entries and instigate commands.
2.1.1 Display
The three basic types of messages displayed are:
Variable:
These information lines contain
either set points that may be altered
by the operator, or measurement
variables that are updated by the
CPU.
Alternate Action:
Acts much like a two position
switch and is used to select various
menu options. The operator is able
to alternate between two states,
such as ON and OFF.
Error Display:
Flashes continuously to attract
operator’s attention to an error
condition.
This equipment is designed for continuous operation and may be left on for extended periods
of time.