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Guide to Customizing PanelView Plus 7 Terminal Settings and Interface Configuration

Configuring Terminal Settings: Customizing Your Interface

Welcome to the comprehensive guide on configuring and customizing your PanelView Plus 7 terminal settings. This guide will walk you through various configurations to tailor the terminal's interface to meet your specific needs.

Navigating FactoryTalk View ME Station and Terminal Settings

The FactoryTalk View ME Station is the primary tool for accessing and configuring your PanelView Plus 7 terminal settings. This user-friendly platform enables you to manage all aspects of terminal operations from a single interface.

Accessing Configuration Mode

  • On the main menu, tap on Configuration Mode.
  • Navigate to Terminal Settings to open the extensive settings menu where you can configure various options to optimize the terminal’s performance.

Key Configuration Options

  • Start-up Options: Choose the default behavior upon startup—whether to disable FactoryTalk View ME Station, enter Configuration Mode, or run the loaded application.
  • Desktop Access: Enable or disable access to the desktop, set or reset the desktop password for enhanced security.

Configuring Start-up Options and Ethernet Settings

Configuring the start-up options and network settings ensures that your terminal starts and operates in the desired manner. Below are the steps to customize these settings to suit your requirements.

Start-up Options

  1. Disable FactoryTalk View ME Station on Startup:
    • Navigate to Terminal Settings under Configuration Mode
    • Select Start-up Options, and choose Disable FactoryTalk View ME Station.
  2. Enter Configuration Mode on Startup:
    • Follow the same navigation path as above, and select Enter Configuration Mode.
  3. Run the Loaded Application on Startup:
    • Select Run the Loaded Application under Start-up Options to have the terminal launch the application automatically upon startup.

Configuring Ethernet Settings

  1. Set the Ethernet Address of the Terminal:
    • In Configuration Mode, go to Communication Setup
    • Select Ethernet Settings and enter the IP address.
  2. Set the Ethernet Link Speed:
    • Within Ethernet Settings, choose the desired link speed.
  3. Define Name Server Addresses:
    • Specify the DNS server addresses to ensure network resolution services are correctly set up.

Enabling and Disabling Desktop Access

Controlling desktop access is crucial for the security and management of your terminal. Follow these steps to configure desktop access:

  • Enable Desktop Access:
    1. Go to Terminal Settings in Configuration Mode.
    2. Navigate to Desktop Access and choose Enable Desktop Access.
  • Disable Desktop Access:
    1. Follow the same path and select Disable Desktop Access.
  • Set a Desktop Password:
    • Within Desktop Access, you can set a password to restrict access to the desktop interface. Make sure to record this password in a secure location.
  • Reset the Desktop Password:
    1. Navigate to the Desktop Access menu and select Reset Desktop Password to change the current password.

Using the Soft Keyboard and Modifying the Device Name

The soft keyboard feature and the ability to modify the device name are useful functionalities that enhance the usability of your PanelView Plus 7 terminal.

Using the Soft Keyboard

  • Access the soft keyboard via Terminal Settings under Configuration Mode.
  • Select Input Panel to enable or access the soft keyboard for data entry on the terminal screen.

Modifying the Device Name of the Terminal

  • Go to Communication Setup in Configuration Mode.
  • Select the option to View or Change Terminal Device Name, and enter the new desired name. Confirm and save the changes.

By following these configurations, you can customize your PanelView Plus 7 terminal to better suit your operational needs and improve overall efficiency.