Operating instructions

Operating a project
8.4 Entries using the touch screen
MP 377, MP 377 PRO (WinCC flexible)
196 Operating Instructions, 10/2008, 6AV6691-1DR01-0AB0
Procedure
Numerical values can be entered character-by-character via the buttons on the numerical
screen keyboard.
Proceed as follows:
1. Touch the desired operator control on the screen.
The numerical screen keyboard opens. The existing value is displayed in the screen
keyboard and is selected.
2. Enter the value.
The keys with for example the letters G to Z are available to enter a hexadecimal value;
however, the characters are not entered. Depending on the settings, the HMI device
outputs an audible signal.
You have the following options to enter a value:
– The selected value is deleted when you enter the first character. Completely reenter
the value.
– Use the
and keys to move the cursor within the current value. You can
now edit the characters of the current value or add characters.
Use the
key to delete the character to the left of the cursor. If the value is
selected, use this key to delete the selected part of the value.
The
key deletes the character positioned to the right of the cursor. If the value is
selected, use this key to delete the selected part of the value.
– Use the
key to display the infotext of the I/O field.
This key is only enabled if infotext has been configured for the input object or the
current screen.
3. Use the
key to confirm your entry or cancel it with . Either action closes
the screen keyboard.
Result
You have changed the numerical value or entered a new one.