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Standard Mode
5.3 Communication with a Controller
Communication between a controller (host computer, for example) and
an operating device may occur in standard mode with any interface,
except those for the logging printer and parallel outputs. The interface
used always depends on the connected counterpart or on the network.
For more information on the interfaces themselves, see the manual for
the corresponding operating device.
A standard cable, measuring about 3 m (9.843 ft), is available to
ensure a secure connection for each connection option.
5.4 Masks
A mask refers to the content of a display page. This means that masks
vary in size, depending on the operating device being used.
A mask corresponds to the screen displayed at a particular time on the
screen of the operating device.
You can display and enter texts and variables (250) in input and output
masks. You can determine the layout of these masks, and use images
to tailor them to your specific requirements.
For each mask, you can program specific soft keys or function keys
that will automatically link you to other masks. You can also program
cursor keys to open other masks.
You can also program function keys to change the values of variables.
If you use the same mask names in all languages, you can use global
mask elements to design similar masks. Global mask elements (for
example, global variables) appear in each mask with the same name.
5.4.1 Mask Structure
Masks with specific functions form the basic components of the mask
structure.
System masks:
•Setup mask
• Start-up mask
• Password mask
• Main mask
More detailed information is available on possible connections to differ-
ent controllers and networks.
See chapter “Controller and Bus Connections“ on page 6-1.