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Using Operator Interfaces Chapter 11
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Using Operator Interface Objects
This section introduces the operator interface objects and
options that are available in VEE. You can skim through this
section to get an idea of the items you can choose to create
operator interfaces for programs, and how you can
customize them. Then do the lab exercises to see how to set
up operator interfaces for some common tasks.
Colors, Fonts, and Indicators
Colors and Fonts
You can configure colors and fonts using the File ⇒ Default
Preferences selection or through the Properties selection in
each object menu. The choice of colors and fonts depends on
the operating system and the fonts you have installed.
Color Alarms
Color alarm objects are located in the Display ⇒ Indicator
menu. They can be configured for three different limits with
color and a text message, and as squares or circles. Alarms
are often used to simulate an “LED,” or to warn operators
of a situation that demands their attention.
Tanks, Thermometers, Fill Bars, Meters
These objects are also in the Display ⇒ Indicator submenu. They
can be customized with colors and labels. These indicators
can be set to horizontal or vertical formats, and have three
default ranges, which can be configured under Properties in
the object menus.