Software Manual

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Preface
Overview of this Manual
This manual describes how to use components of the Allen–Bradley Marking
System Software to create and print markers for Bulletin 1492 Terminal Blocks
and accessories.
The following table describes the contents of this manual.
Chapter Title Contents
Preface Provides an overview of the manual.
1 Marking System
Description
Provides a brief overview of the
hardware and software. Includes a
description of system accessories.
2 Installing WinABMS
Software
Describes how to install the Allen–
Bradley Marking System (WinABMS)
software.
3 Setting Up the Plotter Describes how to run the WinABMS
software and perform basic setup
functions.
4 Using WinABMS Software Describes how to make the basic file
element for creating printed markers.
5 Importing Data Shows how to import files from
ABMS 2.0 and how to import .csv and
.txt files from other programs.
6 Creating a Custom Marker
Card Geometry
Provides assistance in creating
custom marker card geometries to be
used as templates for the WinABMS
software.
7 Troubleshooting and
Maintenance
Provides assistance in identifying and
correcting common operating
problems. Procedures for routine
maintenance items are also provided.