Operating instructions

Operating a project
8.12 Project security
MP 377, MP 377 PRO (WinCC flexible)
228 Operating Instructions, 10/2008, 6AV6691-1DR01-0AB0
Procedure using the keys
Proceed as follows:
1. Using the key
TAB
select the "User" text box within the logon dialog.
2. Enter the user name using the system keys.
To enter letters, switch the numerical keypad to letter assignment using the key
A-Z
.
3. Using the key
TAB
select the "Password" text box.
4. Enter the password using the system keys.
5. Touch the "OK" button to confirm your entries.
Note
The user name is not case-sensitive.
The password is case-sensitive.
Result
After successful logon to the security system, you can execute password-protected functions
on the HMI device for which you have authorizations.
If you enter a wrong password, an error message is displayed when an alarm window has
been configured.
8.12.4 User logoff
Requirements
You have logged into the security system of the HMI device.
Procedure
You have the following options for logging off:
● You operate an operating element that was configured for logoff
● You will be logged off automatically if you are not operating the project and if the logoff
time has been exceeded
You will also be automatically logged off if you enter an incorrect password.
Result
You are no longer logged into the project. In order to operate an operating element with
password protection, you must first log on again.