ifm
System Manual
ecomat
mobile
PDM360NG (CR1080, CR1081, CR9042) Target V01
2011-07-28
Visualisations in the device
Recommendations for user interfaces
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7.1.1
Recommendations for a user-friendly product design
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All important interfaces between humans and machines are determined by the user platform and
design. Important criteria for the design of interfaces between humans and machines are...
Clear
condition:
- For each function a clear description.
- Design according to expectations, learned contents remain the same
Readability:
- Take the environment (illumination, read distance) into account.
Intuitive
handling:
- Operating element / function must be obvious.
- User interface must be self-explanatory.
Sensuality
- Operating elements must be user-friendly.
- Clear differentiation from other displays and operating elements.
Feedback
- Quick reaction to user activities.
- Cause for a message must be clearly obvious.
Environment of the product because of distraction or irritation by...
- noise
- darkness
- light reflection
- vibrations
- extreme temperatures
From the manufacturer's view the following features are also important:
Display as a brand-specific feature.
Display must meet standards.