SIMATIC IPC477E
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Operating Instructions, 11/2020, A5E37455003-AF
Operating the device and device functions
5
5.1
Operator input options
Depending on your device and the connected I/O devices, the following operator input
options are available:
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Touch screen for touch device
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Screen keyboard for touch device
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External keyboard, connected via USB
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External mouse, connected via USB
CAUTION
Unintentional actions with touch screen operation
If you touch the touch screen while system-internal processes are running, unintended
reactions of the device might be triggered.
Do not touch the screen in the following situations:
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During the boot process
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When plugging or unplugging USB components
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While Scandisk is running
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During a BIOS update
NOTICE
Damage to the touch screen
Impact with hard objects as well as touching the touch screen with pointed or sharp objects
can damage it and lead to a significant reduction in service life or even total failure of the
touch screen.
Never touch the touch screen with pointed or sharp objects. Only touch the touch screen
with your fingers, a touch stylus or an approved touch glove.
WARNING
Personal injury or property damage due to incorrect operation
Incorrect operation of devices with a touch screen can occur. This can result in personal
injury or property damage.
Take the following precautions:
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Configure the plant so that safety-related functions are not operated with the touch
screen.
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Switch off the device for cleaning and maintenance.
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Make sure that the touch screen is kept free of dirt.
For resistive single-touch screen:
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Always touch only a single point on the touch screen.
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Calibrate the touch screen regularly, at the latest when the touch screen becomes
inaccurate or does not respond despite repeated touches.
