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Keys
Description
Unit keys
Selects a unit and thus determine the absolute value, or changes the unit, i.e. trigger a
recalculation without changing the absolute value. The function depends on the time at
which the [Unit] key is used during parameter entry (see
Chapter 8.1.5.5, "Working with
For unit-free values, the [x1] key is equivalent to [ENTER]. It confirms the previous entry
and deactivates the input field.
_
Adds a blank in a character input field.
*... #
Enters special characters. Toggles through the available characters if the key is pressed
several times in a row.
A <-> a
Toggles between uppercase and lowercase characters.
A, B, C, D,
E, F
Enters hexadecimal values. The letters assigned to the keys are automatically active when
an entry field with a hexadecimal value is active.
[ENTER]
Pressing the rotary knob has the same effect.
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Concludes the entry of dimensionless entries. For other entries, this key can be
used instead of the default unit key. The new value is accepted.
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Confirms ("OK") and closes open input windows.
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In a dialog box, selects the default or focused button.
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In a dialog box, activates the edit mode for the focused area, if available.
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In a dialog box, activates or deactivates the selected option of the focused area, if
the edit mode is active.
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Calls the next menu level.
5.1.6
Rotary Knob and Navigation Keys
The rotary knob and the arrow keys are alternative control elements for data variation
and navigation in the graphical user interface.
[Rotary Knob]
The rotary knob has several functions:
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Increases (clockwise direction) or decreases (counter-clockwise direction) numeric
values at a defined step width in editing mode
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Moves the cursor, e.g. to a function block in the block diagram
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Scrolls within lists, tables or tree views
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Acts like the [ENTER] key, when it is pressed.
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Shifts the selection bar within focused areas (e.g. lists), if the edit mode is activa-
ted.
Note:
Turning or pressing the rotary knob is equivalent to pressing the [Up] and [Down]
keys or the [ENTER] key in the keypad.
[Navigation Keys]
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