2 Visual Components Manuals

Symbol Meaning
This symbol indicates that the key has been assigned to a picture element (input field +/−
shift, alarm system paging / acknowledgement, etc.).
A key must be either redefined in the accompanying field or deleted to make it available for
another function.
This symbol indicates that this key has been configured for an action in this picture. This key
can be edited or freed in this editor.
All other key symbols indicate control keys. In the above example, the control keys 'Next Picture', 'Previous
Picture', 'Backspace', and 'Enter'.
4.10.2.2 Key List
A list of all existing and assigned keys is displayed to the right of the key editor.
This list displays which functions have been assigned in the editor or fields to the keys in the current picture. The
F1, F2, and F3 keys in the picture above are assigned to an alarm line. F1 is assigned for alarm
acknowledgement. F2 and F3 are assigned for paging through the current alarms. These keys can only be
edited in their respective fields.
The F7 and F8 keys have been configured here in the editor. F7 is assigned to change to the next input field to
the right. F8 is assigned to change to the 'SECOND' picture. Double−clicking on a key displays the settings for
the selected action. For example, the direction for changing to the next input field can be redefined. (see also
Using Function Keys).
4.10.2.3 Assigning Keys
This section describes assigning a function and its properties to a function key (see also Using Function Keys).
Possible functions apply to both keys and touch−operated fields.
Control keys settings are also described since only a panel key can be configured as a control key.
4.10.2.3.1 Assigning Functions to Function Keys
Introduction to Visual Components 2.3
A function is assigned to a function key in the shortcut menu of the key. The desired key function has to be
selected from the function list.
Warning:
If the shortcut menu for the circle is opened, then possible LED functions are displayed (see also Configuring
and Controlling LEDs).
376 4.10.2.2 Key List