Rockwell Automation 2706-DXX Dataliner Message Display DL5 Series - Manual (Page 9)

2706-UM001A-US-P
Preface
Using this Manual
Chapter Objectives Read this chapter to familiarize yourself with the rest of the manual. You
will learn about:
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Contents of this manual
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Intended audience
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Conventions used
This manual will instruct you on how to install and use your Dataliner DL5.
display. The manual is divided into the following chapters:
Chapter Title Purpose
Preface Using this Manual Provides an overview of the manual.
1 Introduction to the DL5 Describes the main features and operating
capabilities of the DL5.
2 Getting Started Provides instructions for the initial desktop
setup along with a description of the menus
and prompts.
3 Entering New Messages Provides step-by-step instructions on how
to enter a message along with message
attributes.
4 Reviewing and Editing
Messages Provides instructions on reviewing and
editing previously entered messages.
5 The Run Mode Describes the operation of the DL5 while in
the run mode.
6 Using the Serial Port Describes the operation of the serial port.
7 Using the Parallel Port Describes the connection and operation of
the parallel port.
8 Special Functions Describes the functions available under the
Special Functions menu.
9 Using the Variable Data
Feature Provides instructions on how to embed
variable data in a message.
10 Using the DL5 Parallel Port
to Replace Pilot Lights Provides instructions on how to use the
DL5 Pilot Light replacement run modes.
11 Using the DL5 to Replace
BCD Displays and Lookup
Tables Provides instructions on how to replace
BCD displays with a DL5.
12 Installation Instructions Describes the installation requirements for
mounting the display.