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1 SIMATIC HMIWinCCManualVolume 1 / 2 This manual is part of thedocumentation package with theorder number: 6AV6392-1XA05-0AB0 Edition August 1999C79000-G8276-C159-01 Volume 1 Preface1 System Overview2 Authorization3 wincc Explorer4 Channels5 Report Designer6 User Administrator7 Volume 2 Graphics Designer8 Alarm Logging9 Tag Logging10 Text Library11 Global Script12 Cross Reference13 wincc , SIMATIC , SIMATIC NET , SINEC and STEP are Siemens registered other product and system names in this manual are (registered) trademarks of their respective owners andmust be treated accordingly.(The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or itscontents is not permitted without express written will be liable for damages.)

2 All rights, including rightscreated by patent grant or registration of a utility model ordesign, are reserved.)(We have checked the contents of this manual for agreementwith the hardware and software described. Since deviationscannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee fullagreement. However, the data in this manual are reviewedregularly and any necessary corrections included in subsequenteditions. Suggestions for improvement are welcomed.) Siemens AG 1994 - 1999 All rights reservedTechnical data subject to changeC79000-G8276-C159 Printed in the Federal Republic of GermanySiemens AktiengesellschaftSIMATIC HMIWinCCManualVolume 1 / 2 This manual is part of thedocumentation package with theorder number: 6AV6392-1XA05-0AB0 Edition August 1999C79000-G8276-C159-01 Volume 1 Preface1 System Overview2 Authorization3 wincc Explorer4 Channels5 Report Designer6 User Administrator7 Volume 2 Graphics Designer8 Alarm Logging9 Tag Logging10 Text Library11 Global Script12 Cross Reference13 wincc , SIMATIC , SIMATIC NET , SINEC and STEP are Siemens registered other product and system names in this manual are (registered) trademarks of their respective owners andmust be treated accordingly.

3 (The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or itscontents is not permitted without express written will be liable for damages. All rights, including rightscreated by patent grant or registration of a utility model ordesign, are reserved.)(We have checked the contents of this manual for agreementwith the hardware and software described. Since deviationscannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee fullagreement. However, the data in this manual are reviewedregularly and any necessary corrections included in subsequenteditions. Suggestions for improvement are welcomed.) Siemens AG 1994 - 1999 All rights reservedTechnical data subject to changeC79000-G8276-C159 Printed in the Federal Republic of GermanySiemens ManualiC79000-G8276-C159-01 PrefacePurposeThe wincc User Guide describes: the structure and function of wincc and its components how to set up system-specific wincc projects how to use wincc at runtimeThe User Guide is for wincc within the Information EnvironmentThe User Guide is part of the documentation on SIMATIC HMI.

4 All the documentationon wincc is listed below. Installation Basics Open Developers KitChannel Developers Kit Development Support Options in Process Control Basic Process Control Options User Archives Redundancy Client Server Getting Started wincc Basic Documentation Vols. 1 and 2 Configuration Manual Communication Manual Pro Agent Process Control ManualC79000-G8276-C159-01 DocumentationContentsGetting StartedUses a configuration example to show beginners how to proceed stepby step through a project, and introduces wincc s V5 Volume 1:System OverviewSoftware ProtectionControlCenterServer DataChannelsReport DesignerUser AdministratorVolume 2:Graphics DesignerAlarm LoggingTag LoggingText LibraryGlobal ScriptsCrossReferenceSupplies information on interrelationships in wincc on how software protection works on the structure, method of operation and use of wincc Explorer on variables and variable groups on communication between wincc and the process on creating and editing layouts for printing in Report Designer on assigning user rights in User Administrator on generating process maps in Graphics Designer on configuring, processing and archiving messages in AlarmLogging on configuring.

5 Processing and archiving measured values in TagLogging on configuring multiple-language texts in Text Library on compiling C functions and actions in Global Script on generating lists of cross-references with Cross ReferenceConfigurationManualVolumes 1, 2 and 3 Supplies information on configuring in wincc , with examples for illustration on special aspects of configuring on the development environment for scripts, C functions andactions (C course) on the graphics objects in Global LibraryCommunicationManualVolumes 1 and 2 Supplies information on links to SIMATIC via PROFIBUS, Industrial Ethernet andOPC on communication drivers and how they are configured, usingexamples for general links by way of illustration on special aspects of configuringChanneldescriptionsSupply information for communication drivers on addressing variables in the automation system on parameterizing the communication ManualiiiC79000-G8276-C159-01 DocumentationContentsWinCC OptionsUser ArchivesClient ServerRedundancySupplies information on the options User Archives: creating and using user archives Client-Server.

6 Structure and use of wincc in a client/serversystem Redundancy: structure and use of redundant systemsProAgentSupplies information on the ProAgent option (process diagnosis) How to configure system-specific process diagnosis How to trace process errors and identify their causesBasic ProcessControlSupplies information on the process-control options of wincc Storage Picture Tree Manager Split Screen Manager Chipcard Lifebeat Monitoring Video Time SynchronizationProcess ControlRuntimeSupplies information on the process-control options of wincc Operation at runtimeOpen DevelopersKitExplains programmers how to use wincc s API functions and howto access the dataChannel DevelopersKitExplains how to develop communication drivers for connectingWinCC to any target ManualC79000-G8276-C159-01 Additional SupportPlease do not hesitate to contact use if you encounter problems in

7 Operation. Call + 49 911895-7000 if you need assistance in solving problems. Remember to have the software IDnumber at hand to streamline the process: this number is on the software product or defective authorization can be "repaired" on the phone by our Customer number to dial is + 49 911 about SIMATIC ProductsSIMATIC Customer Support offers you wide-ranging additional information on SIMATIC products by way of its online services: You can obtain general up-to-date information- on the Internet at from the fax polling no. + 49 8765 93 02 77 95 00 Up-to-date product information and downloads which may be of assistance duringoperation:- on the Internet at from the Bulletin Board System in Nuremberg ( SIMATIC Customer SupportMailbox): the number to dial is + 49 911 dial into our mailbox, use a modem with a maximum baud rate that does notexceed 28,800 bps ( up to ) and set its parameters to 8, N, 1, ANSI or dialyourself in via ISDN ( , 64 Kbit).

8 SIMATIC HMIWinCCManualVolume 1 / 2 This manual is part of thedocumentation package with theorder number: 6AV6392-1XA05-0AB0 Edition August 1999C79000-G8276-C159-01 Volume 1 Preface1 System Overview2 Authorization3 wincc Explorer4 Channels5 Report Designer6 User Administrator7 Volume 2 Graphics Designer8 Alarm Logging9 Tag Logging10 Text Library11 Global Script12 Cross Reference13 wincc , SIMATIC , SIMATIC NET , SINEC and STEP are Siemens registered other product and system names in this manual are (registered) trademarks of their respective owners andmust be treated accordingly.(The reproduction, transmission or use of this document or itscontents is not permitted without express written will be liable for damages.)

9 All rights, including rightscreated by patent grant or registration of a utility model ordesign, are reserved.)(We have checked the contents of this manual for agreementwith the hardware and software described. Since deviationscannot be precluded entirely, we cannot guarantee fullagreement. However, the data in this manual are reviewedregularly and any necessary corrections included in subsequenteditions. Suggestions for improvement are welcomed.) Siemens AG 1994 - 1999 All rights reservedTechnical data subject to changeC79000-G8276-C159 Printed in the Federal Republic of GermanySiemens AktiengesellschaftWinCC ManualiC79000-G8276-C159-01 Table of Contents1 System Overview .. wincc .. in the Operating System Start Menu.

10 In the Windows Explorer Pop-Up Menu .. with wincc Project .. Project .. Project .. Distributed Systems .. for Multi-Client Projects .. Configuration .. Configuration .. Example .. Pictures .. Process Documentation .. wincc and STEP Properties .. 1-38 Table of OverviewWinCC Manual1-1C79000-G8276-C159-011 System OverviewWinCC - the interface between man and machineWinCC is an industry- and technology-neutral system for solving visualization- andcontrols-related tasks in production and process automation. It offers function modules forthe display of graphics, providing messages, archiving, and reporting which are suitable foruse in industry. Its high-performance process coupling, fast picture updating, and reliabledata archiving ensure high addition to these system functions, wincc provides open interfaces for user makes it possible to integrate wincc into complex, company-wide automationsolutions.