Rockwell Automation 2706-LV2P_LV2R_LV4P_LV4R DL40 PLUS USER MANUAL - Manual (Page 27)

Chapter
2
Using the Onboard Editor to Create
Messages
This chapter shows how to use the Onboard Editor to manage
messages (and message attributes) for the DL40 Plus.
Section Page
Programming Options 2–1
Entering the Onboard Editor 2–2
Exiting the Onboard Editor 2–2
Creating or Editing Messages 2–4
Keyboard Functions 2–5
Inserting Variables in Messages 2–6
Testing Messages 2–9
Message Attributes 2–9
Onboard Editor Options 2–15
Message Queue 2–19
The DL40 Plus supports two methods for managing message files
(messages and the attributes that control the display).
Offline Programmer
To use the programmer you connect a personal computer to the
DL40 Plus. See publication 2706-6.2 for details on how to use the
Offline Programming Software.
Computer
RS–232
DL40 Plus
2706–NC13 Cable
Offline Programmer
Onboard Editor
Use the Onboard Editor with an optional keyboard and front panel
push buttons.
PC Keyboard
DL40 Plus
Onboard Editor
Chapter Objectives
Programming Options