nanoLine - Flexible Operator Panel

The nanoLine operator panel is a machine interface that allows the control to interact with the operator. Using the operator panel, the operator can view the status of all I/O points, registers, timers, counters, program flags and system flags. The program also sends messages to the display to provide directions or ask for information.

For easy parameter entry, the nanoLine operator panel has a numeric keypad. Each of the 14 keys on the operator panel can also be used within a flow chart to create custom menus. Operator panel message can be up to four lines of 20 characters each. These messages are sharply displayed on the 32 mm backlit graphics display. In addition to text, messages can contain references to I/O points, registers, timers, counters, program flags and system flags for display or data entry.

Flexible mounting

nanoLine - Flexible mounting

To enhance the unique capability of the operator panel, it can be installed directly into the base unit, mounted separately through a panel to create a sensible IP65 operator panel, or used as a hot-swappable, hand-held device. As a hand-held device, the operator panel can be used with any number of nanoLine controllers and once project parameters are set, the operator panel can be detached to prevent any further changes.


Flexible Tool

The Operator Panel has many built in screens for controlling and monitoring the nanoLine control. This capability save time during development and installation.



The system screen provides a menu for navigating the nanoLine control.




From the INPUT screen you can see the status of the input on the base and expansion modules. Inputs may also be forced from this screen (indicated by the "f").




From the OUT screen you can see the status of the outputs on the base and expansion modules. Outputs may also be forced from this screen (indicated by the "f"). The "r" indicates this output is retentive and will return to it's last state following a power interruption.




From the FLAG screen you can see the status of the flags. Flags may also be forced from this screen (indicated by the "f"). The "r" indicates this flag will retain its value while power is off.




From the REGS screen you can see the value in the registers. Flags may also be forced from this screen (indicated by the "f"). The "r" indicates this register will retain its value while power is off.




From the TMR/CNTR screen you can see the status of the timers and counters. Each timer/counter displays the value of the current count as well as the value of the preset.




From the ANALOG screen you can see the value of the analog inputs in the system.



Flexible HMI (Human Machine Interface)

The Operator Panel may also be used to as a low cost flexible HMI. The HMI may be used to send messages to the operator, enter numerical data under program control.



The operator panel may be used to display a simple message.




The operator panel may be used to display the state of input and outputs or the values of flags, registers or timer/counters.




The operator panel may be used to enter numerical data.



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