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2.3.1 Typographic Conventions
Symbol / Label Meaning
1.
2. Action consisting of several steps whose sequential order must be ob-
served
■ List item
p. 5 Cross-reference to page 5
RS-232
Labeling of an operating element on the product (example: socket of
the RS-232 interface)
Start > Settings
Menu path in the PC software (example: to open the menu, the
Start
and
Settings menus must be clicked successively)
POS? Command line or a command from PI's General Command Set (GCS)
(example: command to get the axis position)
Device S/N
Parameter name (example: parameter where the serial number is stor-
ed)
5 Value that must be entered or selected via the PC software
2.3.2 Symbols Used
Symbol / Label Meaning
General hazard symbol
Electrical voltage
CAUTION
Dangerous situation
Failure to observe can lead to minor injury.
► Actions to take to avoid the risk.
NOTICE
Dangerous situation
Failure to observe can lead to material damage.
►
Action to take to avoid the risk.
Information
Additional information on the E-871.1A1N that can affect your application.
2.4 Figures
For better understandability, the colors, proportions and degree of detail in illustrations can
deviate from the actual circumstances. Photographic illustrations may also differ and must
not be seen as guaranteed properties.
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