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Operation of the System
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3 Operation of the System
3.1 Operation
General
The modular control system’s user interface is the integrated operation and display unit . This unit
displays alarms and warnings as well as system parameters. Connecting the operating unit to a
PC permits a more user friendly operator interface with additional features.
Both the PC program and the SUPREMATouch system use window based operating platforms.
The input fields are set up as selection fields as much as possible, with all known inputs displayed.
Selection and input are touch-controlled, which makes use of the integrated operation and display
unit easy.
3.2 Operation and Display unit MDO
General
The operation and display unit includes the following components:
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Colour TFT touch screen with 320 x 240 resolution
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2 keys
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8 LED indicators
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1 beeper
The TFT screen is a full graphic display with a resistive touch panel. The character height is ap-
proximately 4 mm.
Fig. 2 Display and Operation Module [MDO]
NOTE: To prevent damage to the touch screen, avoid touching it with sharp objects. Only use fin-
gers or the touch screen pen provided.
CAUTION
When measuring combustible gas high off-scale readings may indicate an explosive concentra-
tion.