Rockwell Automation 2706-DXX Dataliner Message Display DL5 Series - Manual (Page 11)

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Chapter
1
Introduction to the DL5
Chapter Objectives This chapter briefly describes some of the key features and operating
capabilities of the DL5. If you require more detailed information, refer to
the section of the manual that describes the use of the feature or operating
capability.
Overview The DL5 stores messages of varying length within its own memory. The
stored messages are displayed when the DL5 receives a command from
your control system. The messages can be used to show a status condition,
help diagnose a problem, or prompt an operator.
The Bulletin 2706 DL5 Series Dataliner Message Display (DL5) is
available with two display options:
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One line display (16 characters)
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Two line display (16 characters per line)
Note: The operation of the one and two line displays is similar. The few
exceptions are noted in this manual.
You can use a variety of devices to program the DL5
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The Allen-Bradley line of industrial terminals (T1 through T4).
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Most DTE type “dumb” terminals.
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DEC VT100, VT101 terminals.
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IBM compatible computers, including Allen-Bradley RAC6000
industrial computers, using the DL5 offline programming software
(Catalog No. 2706-NP5).
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The 16 character display can show a wide variety of characters and
symbols, including:
– Uppercase letters
– Punctuation