SIMATIC RTLS4083T
Operating Instructions, 08/2021, C79000-G8976-C646-02
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Programming interface
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3.1
Overview
Functionality of the programming interface
The programming interface of the transponder is a functionality supported by the Locating
Manager. It enables external client applications to communicate with the transponder via the
Locating Manager Server. The transponder can be accessed via WAMP (Web Application
Messaging Protocol) independent of the operating system or the code language of the
external client.
Additional functions of the transponder
In addition to the basic function of its use as a localizable node, the transponder offers
additional functions such as "ePaper display" or "Control keys", which can be used by the
external client applications. The display content is managed via "Themes". A transponder
Theme contains a background graphic and various form fields to display text and barcode. A
form field is a text field on the display of the transponder with the following configurable
properties:
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Field type
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Text field
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1D barcode
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Size and position on the display
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Font and font size
Project-specific requirements for the configuration of the "Themes" as well as the download
of the configuration to the transponder can be performed during operation. Optionally, the
configuration of the "Themes" can be transferred from the manager to the transponder.
