Operation and configuration
8.2 Normal operation
SIMATIC HMI IPC677C
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Operating Instructions, 04/2013, A5E02722710-04
Procedure
WARNING
Danger of incorrect operations!
The following applies to external input devices or combinations of external input devices
and control units with key panels: Ambiguous key codes can cause serious malfunctions of
the application program.
Always activate the "Security features" of "KeyTools." Please note the applicable safety
information in the "Operation and configuration" chapter in the section, "Additional drivers
and applications."
NOTICE
The device must not be switched on if there is condensation. Switch it on only after it has
been stored in a (heated) room for at least 12 hours for temperature adjustment.
1.
Connect the AC device to a sockeet with protective conductor with a cable suitable for the
application. You connect the DC device to your 24 V DC power supply using the supplied
special connector.
2.
Switch on the power switch of the device.
The "POWER" LED will light up. The device is now in operation and booting.
NOTICE
Risk of data loss!
Do not switch off the power supply when the device is in operation. Disconnect the
power only after the device has been correctly shut down.
After switching on the power supply, the device performs a self-test. During the self-test,
the message "Press <F2> to enter SETUP" appears briefly.
When the self-test is finished, the operating system will be loaded and the desktop will be
displayed.
The booting process has been completed successfully.
8.2.2
Logging on to the operating system using the on-screen keyboard
The logon dialog is displayed when you have assigned an administrator password.
Note
An on-screen keyboard (OSK) appears for devices with touch screen panels. You can enter
the administrator password directly on the touch screen using the screen keyboard or using
the mouse. For additional information, refer to the Microsoft help on screen keyboards.