System Manual

System Manual
Version 5.40
01 / 2002
Copyright 2002 by EPLAN Software & Service GmbH & Co. KG EPLAN Software & Service GmbH & Co. KG assumes no liability for either technical or printing errors or for deficiencies in this technical information and cannot be held liable for damages that may directly or indirectly result from delivery, performance, and use of this material. This technical information includes information on the basis of a proprietary system that is protected by copyright laws. All rights reserved. These information or part thereof may not be copied or reproduced by any other means without the previous permission of EPLAN Software & Service. The software described in these technical information is subject to a licensing agreement. The software may only be used and copied within the scope of this agreement. EPLAN is a registered trademark of EPLAN Software & Service GmbH & Co. KG. MS-DOS / Windows / Windows NT are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation. SCAN is a registered trademark of McAfee Associates. TNTVIRUS is a registered trademark of CARMEL Software Engineering. PKZIP/PKUNZIP are registered trademarks of PKWARE, Inc. ObjectStore is a registered trademark of Object Design, Inc. C-ISAM is a registered trademark of Informix Software Inc. Hardlock E-Y-E is a registered trademark of FAST Electronic GmbH. InstallShield is a registered trademark of InstallShield, Inc. PMS is a registered trademark of PMS Compelec GmbH. AutoCAD is a registered trademark of Autodesk, Inc. INTERGRAPH is a registered trademark of Intergraph, Inc. MicroStation is a registered trademark of Bentley Systems. Note: The hardware requirements indicated by the operating system manufacturers must be considered. Hardware combinations that cause malfunctions according to the manufacturers specification may also have an effect on the operation of EPLAN. Therefore an accurate basic installation of hardware, operating system, and hardware drivers (e.g. graphics board driver etc.) is essential for a smooth operation of EPLAN. For this reason, the main conditions and areas of application as specified by the hardware manufacturers also apply to the operation of EPLAN.
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Table of contents
1 Description of the Messages ..............................................................11
1.1 Generate Table of Contents ..........................................................................12 1.1.1 F2201 Page doesnt exist in project.............................................................12 1.2 Generate Bill of Materials.............................................................................13 1.2.1 F3004 Error opening bill-of-materials file(s) ..............................................13 1.2.2 F3007 Error creating terminal-strip text database .......................................13 1.2.3 F3008 Error opening schematic database....................................................14 1.2.4 F3009 Error reading project header data.....................................................14 1.2.5 F3013 Schematic page saving failed...........................................................15 1.3 Load Bill of Materials ...................................................................................15 1.3.1 F3101 Error writing to the schematic..........................................................16 1.3.2 H3103 Entry written to the file of differences.............................................16 1.3.3 F3104 Error reading schematic...................................................................16 1.3.4 H3105 Component not found in component database .................................16 1.4 Contact Cross-reference Run .......................................................................17 1.4.1 F4001, F4201 Component without designation...........................................18 1.4.2 F4002 Wrong symbol type .........................................................................18 1.4.3 F4003, F4023 Too many contacts/subelements...........................................18 1.4.4 F4004 Coil already exists ...........................................................................20 1.4.5 F4005, H4015 Duplicate connection designation........................................20 1.4.6 F4006 Counter cross-reference to main element already exists ...................21 1.4.7 W4007, W4207, W5018, W5518 Higher-level assignment does not exist...22 1.4.8 W4008, W4208, W5019, W5519, W5819 Location designation does not exist ...........................................................................................................22 1.4.9 W4009, W4409 Mounting location does not exist ......................................22 1.4.10 F4010 Duplicate component designation or wrong type .............................23 1.4.11 W4013 Component without connection designation...................................23 1.4.12 W4014 Unnumbered DD............................................................................23 1.4.13 F4022 Change-over contact display incomplete..........................................24 1.4.14 W4024 Coil with no contact.......................................................................24 1.4.15 W4025 Contact with no coil.......................................................................24 1.4.16 H4026 No counter-cross-reference to auxiliary element .............................25 1.4.17 W4027 No counter cross-reference to main element...................................25 1.4.18 W4028 No motor-overload-switch main element .......................................25 1.5 Potential Cross-reference Run......................................................................26 1.5.1 F4202, F4411 Potential arrow without designation.....................................26 1.5.2 F4203, F4402, F5021 Ring closure/search depth exceeded .........................27 1.5.3 F4204, F4403, F5022, F5069 Too many targets .........................................27 1.5.4 F4206, F4225 Incorrect arrowheads ...........................................................27
System Manual EPLAN 5.40
1.5.5 W4209 Potential arrow without designation ...............................................28 1.5.6 F4226 Incomplete pairs..............................................................................28 1.5.7 W4227 Connection on one page.................................................................29 1.6 Wiring List ....................................................................................................29 1.6.1 F4404 Wiring point without definition .......................................................30 1.6.2 F4412 Potential arrow not found ................................................................31 1.6.3 F4421 Wiring designation too long ............................................................31 1.7 Wire Numbering............................................................................................32 1.7.1 W4601 The designation doesnt lie on a connection....................................32 1.7.2 W4602 The designation lies on two connections (nodes)............................32 1.7.3 W4603 The designation does not contain a variable ...................................32 1.7.4 W4604 The following variable is not entered .............................................32 1.7.5 W4605 The following variable is incremented too high..............................33 1.7.6 F4610 Connection designation without symbol ..........................................33 1.7.7 F4611 Incorrect target wiring .....................................................................33 1.8 PLC Cross-references ...................................................................................33 1.8.1 F4701 Duplicate PLC device-end terminal designation ..............................34 1.8.2 F4702 Error while accessing the PLC cross-reference database ..................34 1.8.3 F4703 PLC device-end terminal without designation..................................35 1.8.4 F4704 There is no counterpart for the PLC end terminal in the overview....35 1.9 Edit PLC data................................................................................................35 1.9.1 H4801 Modified type of connection ...........................................................36 1.9.2 H4802 Modified symbolic address .............................................................36 1.9.3 H4803 Modified function text ....................................................................36 1.9.4 H4804 New PLC terminal ..........................................................................36 1.10 PLC Assignment List ....................................................................................36 1.10.1 F4901 Address has been assigned several times .........................................36 1.10.2 F4902 Symbolic address has been assigned several times...........................37 1.11 Generate Terminals.......................................................................................37 1.11.1 F5001, F5501 Terminal with no designation...............................................39 1.11.2 F5002, H5004, F5502 DD cannot be taken from the left.............................39 1.11.3 F5003, F5503 DD cannot be taken from above...........................................40 1.11.4 W4205, W5007, W5505 Sorting cannot be used.........................................40 1.11.5 F5008 Workstation and strip designation too long ......................................40 1.11.6 F5009 Terminal number and terminal subnumber too long.........................40 1.11.7 F5011, F5511, F5811 Incorrect workstation designation ............................40 1.11.8 F5012, F5512, F5812 Incorrect strip designation........................................41 1.11.9 F5013, F5513, F5813 Incorrect terminal number........................................42 1.11.10 F5015, F5515, F5815 Incorrect terminal subnumber .............................43 1.11.11 W5016, W5516, W5816 Incorrect designation (only DIN)....................44 1.11.12 F5017, F5517, F5817 Incorrect strip subnumber ...................................45 1.11.13 F5020, F5050 Duplicate terminal (page) ...............................................45 1.11.14 F5023 Target with incomplete DD ........................................................45
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1.11.15 1.11.16 1.11.17 1.11.18 1.11.19 1.11.20 1.11.21 1.11.22 1.11.23 1.11.24 1.11.25 1.11.26 1.11.27 1.11.28 1.11.29 1.11.30 1.11.31
F5024, F5057 Terminal subdivision too short for target ........................46 F5025, H5026 Duplicate strip designation (page) ..................................46 W5027 Connection designation too long ...............................................46 F5031, F5531 Arrow without designation .............................................46 F5032, F5532 Arrow not found .............................................................46 W5051 Wrong symbol type for terminal strip........................................47 W5052 Wrong symbol type for connector strip .....................................47 H5053 Strip not predefined ...................................................................47 H5054 Strip without terminals/connectors.............................................48 F5055 Connector file does not exist ......................................................48 F5056 Pin designation not contained in the connector file, but expected................................................................................................48 W5058 Terminal number exceeds spare ................................................48 F5061 Incorrect jumper bar formation...................................................49 F5065 Dual entry in form field..............................................................49 F5071 Incorrect wire jumper formation.................................................49 F5072 Too many wire jumper levels .....................................................51 H5075 Form field shifted ......................................................................51
1.12 Generate Cable..............................................................................................51 1.12.1 F5201 Oblique cable line ...........................................................................53 1.12.2 F5202 Conductor designation without two targets ......................................54 1.12.3 F5203 Cable target with incomplete DD.....................................................55 1.12.4 F5204 Duplicate cable/conductor definition in path....................................56 1.12.5 F5205 Incorrect marking of cable conductor/shielding ...............................58 1.12.6 F5208 Cable between same strip ................................................................59 1.12.7 F5209 Missing cable designation to ...........................................................60 1.12.8 F5211 Incorrect cable designation..............................................................61 1.12.9 F5212 Invalid cable designation.................................................................61 1.12.10 F5215 Cable definition not between components ..................................62 1.12.11 H5218 Conductor color without cable line ............................................63 1.12.12 W5220 Part number not at first cable line..............................................63 1.12.13 F5221 Differing cable data....................................................................63 1.12.14 F5222, F5246 Cable designation too long .............................................64 1.12.15 F5223 Cable type does not exist ............................................................64 1.12.16 F5225, F5233, F5260, F5281, F6303 Number of conductors not defined..................................................................................................65 1.12.17 F5231, F5237 No cable (type) defined for conductor ............................66 1.12.18 F5232 Number of conductors missing in the cable definition ................68 1.12.19 F5235 Color assigned twice ..................................................................68 1.12.20 F5236 Color not defined .......................................................................68 1.12.21 F5239, F5267, F5283 Too many conductors .........................................70 1.12.22 F5241 Cable definition not at the terminal.............................................71 1.12.23 W5243, W5285 One-sided cable definition ...........................................71 1.12.24 F5244, F5509 Counter target not found.................................................74 1.12.25 W5245 Cable not defined to..................................................................74 1.12.26 F5261 No PE conductor allowed for type..............................................74 1.12.27 F5262 Two/several PE conductors intersected.......................................75
1.12.28 1.12.29 1.12.30 1.12.31 1.12.32 1.12.33 1.12.34 1.12.35
F5263 No N conductor allowed for type................................................75 F5264 Two/several N conductors intersected ........................................75 F5265 No shielding allowed for type.....................................................76 F5266 Two/several shielding conductors intersected .............................76 H5268 Subcable generated....................................................................77 F5269 Too many subcables ...................................................................77 F5282 Cable without conductor ............................................................77 F5284 Invalid color assignment ............................................................78
1.13 Import Cable Data ........................................................................................78 1.14 Create Terminal Bill of Materials.................................................................79 1.14.1 F5701 No matching terminal marked .........................................................79 1.14.2 F5702 Accessories missing: .......................................................................79 1.14.3 F5703 Terminal / strip definition not found ................................................79 1.15 Import Terminal Bill of Materials................................................................79 1.15.1 F5801 Terminal not found in the terminal bill of materials .........................80 1.15.2 F5802 Strip header does not exist...............................................................80 1.16 Graphics Terminal-strip Overview ..............................................................80 1.16.1 H6001, H6101, H6201, H6301, H6601, H6701, H6801 Function text truncated ....................................................................................................80 1.17 Graphics Cable Overview .............................................................................81 1.17.1 F6102, F6202 Cable file does not exist.......................................................81 1.18 Graphics Terminals.......................................................................................81 1.18.1 F6203 Terminal strip not found..................................................................81 1.18.2 F6205 Graphics page not output.................................................................81 1.19 Graphics Cables ............................................................................................82 1.19.1 W6306 Target not found ............................................................................82 1.19.2 F6307 Target 2 not found ...........................................................................82 1.20 Graphics Terminal Connection ....................................................................82 1.20.1 W6401 Symbol macro not found................................................................82 1.20.2 W6402 Symbol not found in the schematic ................................................83 1.20.3 F6403 Differing macro connections ...........................................................83 1.20.4 F6404 Differing symbol numbers...............................................................83 1.21 Graphics Bill of Materials.............................................................................83 1.21.1 H6602, H6702, H6802 Designation truncated ............................................83 1.22 Graphics Device List .....................................................................................83 1.22.1 H6703 Symbol not within limits.................................................................84 1.23 Graphics Purchase-order List ......................................................................84
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1.24 Translation ....................................................................................................84 1.24.1 F7001 No source language found ...............................................................84 1.24.2 F7002 DRAW command error ...................................................................84 1.24.3 F7003 Data structure error (ESC)...............................................................84 1.24.4 W7011 Search term missing.......................................................................85 1.24.5 W7012 Target term missing .......................................................................85 1.25 HPGL Import ................................................................................................85 1.25.1 F7201 Lower X limit exceeded ..................................................................85 1.25.2 F7202 Upper X limit exceeded...................................................................85 1.25.3 F7203 Lower Y limit exceeded ..................................................................86 1.25.4 F7204 Upper Y limit exceeded...................................................................86 1.25.5 W7205 Unknown HPGL command............................................................86 1.25.6 F7206 Invalid numerical value ...................................................................87 1.26 Import Parts ..................................................................................................87 1.26.1 F7401 Part defined several times................................................................87 1.26.2 W7403 Importing of parts being aborted (number of errors > 50)..............88
2 Creating Print Forms ........................................................................89

2.1 The Report Processor....................................................................................89 2.1.1 Structure of Print Forms .............................................................................90 2.2 Overview of the Functions Valid for all Forms............................................92 2.2.1 Message Overview.....................................................................................96 2.3 The Field Codes of the Individual Programs (F Codes) .............................97 2.3.1 Cross-references, Wiring Lists, and Connection Bills of Materials ...........100 2.3.2 Contactor Selection and Contactor Specification ......................................102 2.3.3 Terminal and Interconnect Diagram .........................................................103 2.3.4 Terminal Bill of Materials ........................................................................108 2.3.5 Foreign-language Translation...................................................................111 2.3.6 Message management ..............................................................................111 2.3.7 Documentation Management EDOC ........................................................113 2.3.8 Outputting Lists (Parts Management) .......................................................118
2.3.8.1 2.3.8.2 2.3.8.3 2.3.8.4 2.3.8.5 2.3.9.1 2.3.9.2 2.3.9.3 2.3.9.4 2.3.9.5 2.3.9.6 2.3.9.7 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): Project information ........................................119 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): Schematic data ..............................................120 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): Master data....................................................121 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): Special codes .................................................125 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): F codes for output settings .............................126 Standard labeling: Devices .......................................................................................127 Standard labeling: Terminals ....................................................................................127 Standard labeling: Terminal strips ............................................................................127 Standard labeling: PLC ............................................................................................128 Standard labeling: Cables .........................................................................................128 Standard labeling: Conductors..................................................................................128 Standard labeling: Wirings .......................................................................................129
2.3.9 Standard Labeling ....................................................................................126
2.3.10 Phoenix Mark Labeling............................................................................130

2.3.10.1 2.3.10.2 2.3.10.3 2.3.10.4 2.3.10.5 Phoenix Mark labeling: Devices............................................................................130 Phoenix Mark labeling: Terminals ........................................................................130 Phoenix Mark labeling: PLC.................................................................................131 Phoenix Mark labeling: Cables .............................................................................131 Phoenix Mark labeling: Conductors ......................................................................131
3 Import / Export Identifiers (Parts Management) ..........................133 4 Special Settings ................................................................................140

4.1 Editing the EPLAN Initialization File ........................................................140 4.1.1 Format of the EPLFONT.INI File ............................................................141 4.2 EPLAN Call-up Parameters .......................................................................141 4.2.1 Main Module (EPL6000.EXE).................................................................143 4.2.2 Call-up Parameters for the Graphics Editing Module................................144 4.2.3 Call-up Parameters for the Contact/Potential Cross-references Module ....148 4.2.4 Call-up Parameters for the Contactor Selection Module ...........................149 4.2.5 Call-up Parameter for the External Programs Module...............................149 4.2.6 Call-up Parameters for the Data Backup Module......................................150 4.2.7 Call-up Parameter for the Generate Table of Contents Module .................151 4.2.8 Call-up Parameter for the Wire Numbering Module .................................151 4.2.9 Call-up Parameter for the Reorganize Page Database Module ..................151 4.2.10 Call-up Parameters for the EXF->EPLAN Data Exchange Module ..........152 4.2.11 Call-up Parameters for the EPLAN->EXF Data Exchange Module ..........154 4.2.12 Call-up Parameters for the Compress Project Module...............................156 4.2.13 Call-up Parameters for the DXF->EPLAN Data Exchange Module ..........156 4.2.14 Call-up Parameters for the Automatic Revision Module ...........................156 4.2.15 Call-up Parameters for the PLC Cross-reference Generation ....................158 4.2.16 Call-up Parameters for the Message Management Module .......................158 4.2.17 Call-up Parameters for the Realize Bill of Materials Module ....................159 4.2.18 Call-up Parameters for the Automatic Evaluation Module ........................159 4.2.19 Call-up Parameters for the Parameter Management Module .....................160 4.2.20 Call-up Parameters for the Parts Management Module .............................160 4.2.21 Call-up Parameters for the "PHOENIX Mark" Labeling Module..............164 4.2.22 Call-up Parameters for the Lists Output Module.......................................165 4.2.23 Information on Notation...........................................................................172
5 Lists and Tables ...............................................................................173

5.1 5.2 Symbol Type: Contacts and Coils...............................................................173 Symbol Type: Terminals and Accessories..................................................174
5.3 Identifying Letters.......................................................................................176 5.3.1 Identifiers for Identifying the Device Type...............................................177 5.3.2 Identifiers for Identifying the Function of a Device Type .........................178
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5.4 Special Texts................................................................................................179 5.4.1 Special Texts 0 99 .................................................................................180 5.4.2 Special Texts 100 - 199............................................................................180 5.4.3 Special Texts 200 - 299............................................................................181 5.4.4 Special Texts 300 - 399............................................................................183 5.4.5 Special Texts 400 - 499............................................................................184 5.4.6 Special Texts 500 599 ...........................................................................187 5.4.7 Special Texts 600 699 ...........................................................................189 5.4.8 Special Texts 700 - 799............................................................................191 5.4.9 Special Texts 800 - 899............................................................................191 5.4.10 Special Texts 900 - 999............................................................................192 5.4.11 Special Texts 1000 - 1099........................................................................193 5.4.12 Special Texts 1100 - 1199........................................................................193
6 Graphics Editing Menu ...................................................................195

6.1 Page..............................................................................................................195 6.1.1 New .........................................................................................................195 6.1.2 Open ........................................................................................................195 6.1.3 Save .........................................................................................................196 6.1.4 Copy (Page) .............................................................................................196 6.1.5 Rename/Move..........................................................................................196 6.1.6 Read in backup page ................................................................................196 6.1.7 Delete (Page) ...........................................................................................196 6.1.8 Previous / Next ........................................................................................196 6.1.9 Properties (Page)......................................................................................197 6.1.10 Print .........................................................................................................197 6.1.11 HPGL plot ...............................................................................................197 6.1.12 Export ......................................................................................................197
6.1.12.1 6.1.12.2 6.1.12.3 6.1.12.4 6.1.12.5 6.1.12.6 EXF .....................................................................................................................197 DXF.....................................................................................................................198 HTML/DWF ........................................................................................................198 Inter@View..........................................................................................................198 EXF macro...........................................................................................................198 Image file.............................................................................................................198
6.1.13 External programs....................................................................................199 6.1.14 Number supplementary fields...................................................................199 6.1.15 Close........................................................................................................199 6.2 Draw ............................................................................................................199 6.2.1 Insert symbols..........................................................................................200 6.2.2 Symbol macros ........................................................................................200 6.2.3 Insert macros............................................................................................200 6.2.4 Black box.................................................................................................201 6.2.5 Device-end terminals................................................................................201 6.2.6 PLC end terminal .....................................................................................201 6.2.7 Potential arrows .......................................................................................202 6.2.8 Cable definition........................................................................................202 6.2.9 Shieldings ................................................................................................203
6.2.10 Wiring definition......................................................................................203 6.2.11 DIN box...................................................................................................203 6.2.12 Text .........................................................................................................204 6.3 Attachment ..................................................................................................204 6.3.1 Angle .......................................................................................................205 6.3.2 Node ........................................................................................................205 6.3.3 Jumper .....................................................................................................205 6.3.4 Double junction........................................................................................205 6.3.5 Interrupt ...................................................................................................206 6.3.6 Specify line data.......................................................................................206
6.3.6.1 6.3.6.2 6.3.6.3 Individual ................................................................................................................206 Potentials .................................................................................................................207 Comparison .............................................................................................................207
6.4 Edit ..............................................................................................................207 6.4.1 Cancel......................................................................................................208 6.4.2 Undo / Redo.............................................................................................208 6.4.3 Cut (Clipboard) ........................................................................................208 6.4.4 Copy (Clipboard) .....................................................................................208 6.4.5 Paste (Clipboard) .....................................................................................209 6.4.6 Delete (Graphics Object)..........................................................................209 6.4.7 Move .......................................................................................................209 6.4.8 Duplicate .................................................................................................210 6.4.9 Create macro/form ...................................................................................210
6.4.9.1 6.4.9.2 6.4.9.3 6.4.9.4 6.4.9.5 6.4.9.6 6.4.9.7 6.4.9.8 Symbol macro..........................................................................................................210 Path/PLC macro.......................................................................................................211 Variable macro.........................................................................................................211 Combined macro......................................................................................................212 Window macro.........................................................................................................212 Page macro ..............................................................................................................212 Plot frame ................................................................................................................212 Form........................................................................................................................213
6.4.10 6.4.11 6.4.12 6.4.13 6.4.14 6.4.15 6.4.16 6.4.17 6.4.18 6.4.19 6.5
Window ...................................................................................................213 Change window corner ............................................................................213 Properties (Graphics Object) ....................................................................214 Part number..............................................................................................214 Messages..................................................................................................214 Increment.................................................................................................214 Position....................................................................................................215 Move DD.................................................................................................215 PLC connection at terminal ......................................................................215 Panel layout .............................................................................................215
Selection ..................................................................................................................216 Insert into search database ........................................................................................216 Next entry / Previous entry .......................................................................................216 Jump to counterpiece................................................................................................217
Search ..........................................................................................................216
6.5.1.1 6.5.1.2 6.5.1.3 6.5.1.4
6.5.2 Parts at components .................................................................................217
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6.6 Options ........................................................................................................217 6.6.1 Multifunction menu..................................................................................217

6.6.1.1 6.6.1.2 6.6.1.3 6.6.1.4 6.6.1.5 6.6.1.6 6.6.1.7 6.6.1.8 6.6.1.9 6.6.1.10 6.6.1.11 Connection directions...............................................................................................218 Point and/or target wiring .........................................................................................218 Only target wiring ....................................................................................................218 Cable display ...........................................................................................................218 Plot invisible elements..............................................................................................219 One arrow per page ..................................................................................................219 Crosshair cursor .......................................................................................................219 External targets ........................................................................................................220 Mouse increment......................................................................................................220 Replace [CTRL]+[INS] by [INS] ..........................................................................220 Save cursor position .............................................................................................220
6.6.2 6.6.3 6.6.4 6.6.5 6.6.6 6.6.7 6.6.8 6.6.9
Insertion points ........................................................................................220 Grid .........................................................................................................221 Symbol extension.....................................................................................221 Page offset ...............................................................................................221 Alternative text display ............................................................................221 Display properties ....................................................................................221 Alternative operation................................................................................222 Display message window .........................................................................222
6.7 Free graphics ...............................................................................................222 6.7.1 Multiple editing........................................................................................223 6.7.2 Polyline / Line..........................................................................................223 6.7.3 Circle .......................................................................................................223 6.7.4 Arc...........................................................................................................224 6.7.5 Rectangle .................................................................................................224 6.7.6 Ellipse......................................................................................................224 6.7.7 Free graphics text.....................................................................................225 6.7.8 Rotate ......................................................................................................225 6.7.9 Move all...................................................................................................225 6.7.10 Combine ..................................................................................................225 6.7.11 Increase / Decrease...................................................................................226 6.7.12 Element data ............................................................................................226 6.7.13 Dimensioning start / Dimensioning end....................................................226 6.7.14 Insert image files......................................................................................226 6.7.15 Edit image file..........................................................................................227 6.8 Symbol .........................................................................................................227 6.8.1 Save / Cancel ...........................................................................................227 6.8.2 New .........................................................................................................227 6.8.3 Angle variant ...........................................................................................228 6.8.4 Revise ......................................................................................................228 6.8.5 Import ......................................................................................................228 6.8.6 Import basic symbols ...............................................................................228 6.8.7 Export ......................................................................................................229 6.8.8 Symbol data .............................................................................................229 6.8.9 Describing block ......................................................................................229 6.8.10 Identifying Block .....................................................................................230
6.8.11 Relative insertion point ............................................................................230 6.8.12 Connecting point......................................................................................230 6.9 Parameters...................................................................................................230 6.9.1 Project .....................................................................................................231 6.9.2 Personal ...................................................................................................231 6.9.3 Workstation .............................................................................................232 6.10 Window........................................................................................................232 6.10.1 Cascade....................................................................................................232 6.10.2 Tile horizontally.......................................................................................232 6.10.3 Tile vertically...........................................................................................233 6.10.4 Arrange icons...........................................................................................233 6.11 View .............................................................................................................233 6.11.1 Toolbars...................................................................................................233 6.11.2 Refresh screen..........................................................................................233 6.11.3 Page format..............................................................................................233 6.11.4 Change standards .....................................................................................234 6.11.5 Attachment preview .................................................................................234 6.11.6 Display scroll bars....................................................................................234 6.11.7 Open zoom / Open zoom 80%..................................................................234 6.11.8 Close zoom ..............................................................................................234 6.11.9 Set view to starting zoom .........................................................................235 6.11.10 Increase quadrant zoom / Decrease quadrant zoom..............................235 6.11.11 Save zoom levels ................................................................................235 6.11.12 Activate zoom levels...........................................................................235 6.12 Help..............................................................................................................235 6.12.1 Module help / Contents and index ............................................................236 6.12.2 About.......................................................................................................236
7 Key commands.................................................................................237 8 Index.................................................................................................243
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Description of the Messages
1 Description of the Messages

EPLAN differentiates between three different types of messages:
Errors Warnings Notes.

These message types are abbreviated as follows: F W H For errors (displayed in red when generated) For warnings (displayed in blue when generated) For notes (displayed in green when generated)
All the messages have a message number, for example, "F4226". A message is thus made up of the character for the message type and the message number. The messages are divided into message groups and are assigned to certain generation runs. The following table shows this assignment: Message group 2200 3000 3100 4000 4200 4400 4600 4700 5000 5200 5500 5700 5800 Generation run Generate table of contents Create bill of materials Read in bill of materials Contact cross-reference run Potential cross-reference run Wiring list Wire numbering PLC cross-references Generate terminals Generate cables Write cable data back Create terminal bill of materials Write terminal bill of materials back
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6000 6100 6200 6300 6400 6600 6700 6800 7000 7200 7400
Graphics terminal overview Graphics cable overview Graphics terminals Graphics cables Graphics terminal connection Graphics bill of materials Graphics device list Graphics terminal bill of materials Foreign-language translation HPGL import Import parts
The help text on a specific message can be accessed via the message window in the Message management module and in the Graphics output module (for more information please refer to the module help or the User Guide).
1.1 Generate Table of Contents

2201 F Page doesnt exist in project
1.1.1
F2201 Page doesnt exist in project
When writing back data from the table of contents a page number was found that does not exist in the project any more (page was deleted). Suggested remedy: Regenerate the table of contents.
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1.2 Generate Bill of Materials

3004 3007 3008 3009 3013 F F F F F Error opening bill-of-materials file(s) Error creating terminal-strip text database Error opening schematic database Error reading project header data Schematic page saving failed
1.2.1
F3004 Error opening bill-of-materials file(s)
EPLAN could not open the bill-of-materials file(s) specified in the error message. Error cause: The bill of materials file(s) or the directory containing these file(s) is (are) writeprotected. Suggested remedy: Check the attributes of the file(s) or of the directory. De-activate the write protection for the file(s) or the directory.
1.2.2
F3007 Error creating terminal-strip text database
EPLAN could not open the file of the terminal-strip text database specified in the error message. Error cause: Your TMP directory (...\TEMP\TMP), in which this database is only saved temporarily, is write-protected. Suggested remedy: Check the attributes of the TMP directory. De-activate the write protection for this directory.
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1.2.3
F3008 Error opening schematic database
EPLAN could not open the schematic database. Possible error causes: 1. The project directory in which the file specified in the error message had been stored was deleted. 2. The schematic database file specified in the error message or the project directory, in which this file was stored, is write-protected. 3. You are working in the network. Somebody accessed the schematic database before you. 4. You are working in the network. You do not possess the corresponding access rights for the file. Suggested remedies: on 1st Check whether the specified file or the project directory still exist. on 2nd Check the attributes of the file or of the project directory. De-activate the write protection for the file or for the project directory. on 3rd Wait until you can re-access the schematic database or contact the user who is editing the schematic database. on 4th Contact your system administrator and ask him for the corresponding access rights for the schematic database.
1.2.4
F3009 Error reading project header data
EPLAN could not read the project header. Possible error causes: 1. The project was filed off for external editing. 2. The project was compressed. 3. An error occurred in the project. Suggested remedies: on 1st Select Project in the main menu and then the Select, create, copy projects menu item to call up the Project selection module. Check whether the project file is marked by the graphics symbol (bmc treepras.bmp) in the project selection window (tree view). If this is the case, first organize the storage media to which the project was filed off. If you want to know to which storage media the project was filed off, please refer to the Backup tab (right-hand side). The Customer and Delivery input
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fields in the Project is filed off at group box (right below) may if entered - provide information where the filed-off project is stored. If the filed-off project is located on storage media (e.g. diskettes) return to the main menu. You can retrieve the filed-off project by following the menu path Utilities / Backup / Reload / Projects. on 2nd Select Project in the main menu and then the Select, create, copy projects menu item to call up the Project selection dialog box. Check whether the project file is marked by the graphic symbol (bmc treeprop.bmp) in the project selection window (tree view). The project properties display (above right in the dialog) also provides information on whether the project is compressed or not. A compressed project is marked by the word "compressed" that is to be found behind the project name. If the project is compressed return to the main menu. You can decompress the project by using the Utilities / Backup / Reload / Decompress menu path. on 3rd Contact EPLAN Software & Service. We will try to repair your project.
1.2.5
F3013 Schematic page saving failed
The system IDs (internal codes for the components in the schematic) cannot be written back. Error cause: You are working in the network. Somebody accessed the schematic page before you and is editing it. Suggested remedy: Wait until you can re-access the schematic page or contact the user who is editing the schematic page.
1.3 Load Bill of Materials

3101 3103 3104 3105 F H F H Error writing to the schematic Entry written to the file of differences Error reading schematic Component not found in component database
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1.3.1
F3101 Error writing to the schematic
EPLAN cannot write component data to the schematic. Error cause: You are working in the network. Somebody accessed the schematic page before you and is editing it. Suggested remedy: Wait until you can re-access the schematic page or contact the user who is editing the schematic page.
1.3.2
H3103 Entry written to the file of differences
Component entries that EPLAN could not insert or find in the component database are written to a so-called file of differences. You can view the contents of this file by opening the STKLDIFF.ASC file in the current project directory.
1.3.3
F3104 Error reading schematic
EPLAN cannot read component data from the schematic. Possible error cause: You are working in the network. Somebody accessed the schematic page before you and is editing it. Suggested remedy: Wait until you can reaccess the schematic page or contact the person who is editing the schematic page.
1.3.4
H3105 Component not found in component database
EPLAN could not find the component in the component database. Therefore the data was not written back to the schematic. Open the STKLEPX.ASC file in the current project directory and delete all components that EPLAN could not find. Save the file and reload the bill of materials.
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1.4 Contact Cross-reference Run

4001 4002 4003 4004 4005 4006 4007 4008 4009 4010 4013 4014 4015 4022 4023 4024 4025 4026 4027 4028 F F F F F F W W W F W W H F F W W H W W Component without designation Incorrect symbol type Too many contacts/subelements Coil already exists Duplicate connection designation Reverse cross-reference to main element already exists Higher-level assignment does not exist Location designation does not exist Mounting location does not exist Duplicate component designation or incorrect type Component without connection designation Unnumbered DD Duplicate connection designation Change-over contact display incomplete Too many contacts/subelements Coil with no contact Contact with no coil No counter cross-reference to auxiliary element No counter cross-reference to main element No motor-overload-switch main element
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1.4.1
F4001, F4201 Component without designation
Error cause: EPLAN found a cross-referenceable symbol (component) without device tag. Suggested remedies: 1. Use the page, row area and position information to find the symbol in the error list or in the schematic. Once you have found the symbol click on it. Afterwards add the missing device tag to the Symbol properties dialog. Save the schematic page(s) and start running a new contact cross-reference 2. Eliminate the error by using the correction function. You will find it by selecting the menu path Generate / Cross-references/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start from the main menu). Activate the check box "4001 Components without DD: Set to symbol type 254", and confirm by clicking [OK]. EPLAN then changes the symbols into graphical elements that are not considered at the cross-reference run. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.4.2
F4002 Wrong symbol type
Error cause: You assigned the same device designation to several components with different crossreference types. Example: There are two contactor coils with the same DD in your schematic. One contactor coil is given the cross-reference type "50" (crossreferenceable), the other one "255" (standard symbol, not cross-referenceable). Suggested remedy: Check the device designations of the respective components and assign unique device designations to the components.
1.4.3
F4003, F4023 Too many contacts/subelements
Error causes: 1. You inserted a contactor in the schematic provided with more contacts than specified in the parameter program. According to the parameter program you can assign at least 4 and not more than 80 contacts to a contactor. The default setting is "12".
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2. More subelements of a black box (black box with identical device designation) were inserted in the schematic than specified in the parameter program. In this case, too, at least 4 and not more than 80 black-box subelements can be placed in the schematic. The default setting is also "12". The error message concerning to many black-box subelements is only displayed if the "Include black box in the cross-reference" check box (Crossreferences tab) was activated in the parameter program for contactor settings and cross-references. Suggested remedies: on 1st Call up the parameter program for contactor settings and cross-references by using the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Contactor/crossreference/wiring (start from the main menu). Afterwards click on the Cross-references/wirings tab. Change the value in the Maximum number of contactor contacts input field so that it corresponds to the maximum number of contacts of the inserted contactor (or exceeds this number of contacts), and restart the cross-reference run. or Eliminate the error by using the correction function. You will find it by selecting the menu path Generate / Cross-references/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start from the main menu). Activate the check box "4003 Too many subelements: Change components with specific DD to symbol type 254", and confirm by clicking [OK]. EPLAN then changes the symbols into graphical elements that are not considered during the cross-reference run. on 2nd Call up the parameter program for contactor settings and cross-references by using the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Contactor/cross-reference (start at the main menu). Afterwards click on the Cross-references tab. Change the value in the Maximum number of contactor contacts input field so that it corresponds to the number of black boxes (identical DD) inserted in the schematic (or exceeds this number), and restart the cross-reference run. Further possibility: Deactivate the Include black box in the cross-reference check box. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.4.4
F4004 Coil already exists
Error cause: During the generation run, EPLAN found a coil whose device designation already exists. Suggested remedies: 1. Change the device designation of the coil in the schematic, save the schematic page(s) and start running a new contact cross-reference. 2. Eliminate the error by using the correction function. You will find it by selecting the menu path Generate / Cross-references/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the check box "4004 Coil already exists: Renumber DDs" in the dialog box that appears, and confirm by clicking [OK]. EPLAN then changes the symbols into graphical elements that are not considered at the cross-reference run. Depending on the structure of the device designation, the counter of the device that exists twice is changed so that the coil can be clearly identified in the schematic. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.4.5
F4005, H4015 Duplicate connection designation
EPLAN found a connection designation that had already been assigned. In case of the "PE" connection designation this message is output as a note. Possible error causes: 1. EPLAN found a contactor contact that was inserted twice with an identical DD and an identical connection designation in the schematic. The contact is still included in the cross-reference database. 2. In the case of a paired cross-reference (motor overload switch), two contacts with the same device designation and the same symbol type were found. Suggested remedies: on 1st Change the connection designations of the respective contact in the schematic or assign another device designation to one of the contacts that exist twice. on 2nd Call up the correction program by using the menu path Generate / Crossreferences/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the check box "4005 Duplicate connection designation: Change xx:xx to xx and xx ". Then click on [OK]. A supplementary character is added to the connection designations. Regenerate the contact cross-reference run after that.
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The changed connection designation is now found to be correct and is no longer rejected during the generation run If the respective symbol is a contactor contact which has been assigned twice, you can also re-specify the contacts by using the automatic contactor selection function. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.4.6
F4006 Counter cross-reference to main element already exists
Error cause: You inserted two components with the identical symbol type (Main element of counter cross-reference) and the same device designation in the schematic. Suggested remedies: 1. Delete one of the main elements that exist twice in the schematic, or 2. give a different device designation to one of the components and assign a auxiliary element for counter-cross-reference with the symbol type "153" to it. or 3. Eliminate the error by using the correction function. You will find it by selecting the menu path Generate / Cross-references/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start from the main menu). Activate the check box "4006 Duplicate main element of counter cross reference: Renumber DDs" in the dialog box that appears, and confirm by clicking [OK]. EPLAN then renumbers the device with the duplicate main element of counter crossreference so that a new device designation is created. Explanation: A symbol cross-reference can be specified in the Symbol properties dialog while entering a symbol. It is thus possible to cross-reference standard symbols. It is important that these symbols have different symbol types. One symbol must be designated as the main element (identifier 150), and one as the auxiliary element (identifier 153). Multiple auxiliary elements are allowed, e.g. pushbuttons or black boxes. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.4.7
W4007, W4207, W5018, W5518 Higher-level assignment does not exist
Cause of warning: A higher-level assignment for a terminal was found that does not occur as a higher-level assignment for a schematic page. This means that the DD cannot be sorted correctly. The name may furthermore be too long. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Create a page in your project with the corresponding higher-level assignment. The higher-level assignment for the terminal is compared to a file containing the higherlevel assignments of all schematic pages. If you want to use the higher-level assignment only at this terminal, you can delete the page with this higher-level assignment again the entry is nevertheless retained in the file.
1.4.8
W4008, W4208, W5019, W5519, W5819 Location designation does not exist
Cause of warning: A location designation for a terminal was entered that does not occur as a location designation for a schematic page. This means that the DD cannot be sorted correctly. The name may furthermore be too long. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Create a page in your project with the corresponding location designation. The location designation for the terminal is compared to a file containing the location designations of all schematic pages. If you want to use the location designation only for this terminal, you can delete the page with this location designation again - the entry is nevertheless retained in the file.
1.4.9
W4009, W4409 Mounting location does not exist
Cause of warning: The specified mounting location has not been entered in the corresponding database. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Select the menu path Utilities/Automatic revision/Revise project (starting at the main menu). Then call up the Create mounting location database menu item. In this case EPLAN regenerates the database for mounting locations.
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In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.4.10 F4010 Duplicate component designation or wrong type

Error cause: You are using identical components with the identical device designation twice in the schematic. The symbol type 150 "Main element" was assigned to one of the components, whereas the symbol type 255 "Standard symbol, not cross-referenceable" is given to the other one. Suggested remedy: Change the device designation of one of the two components, and change the symbol type 150 that has been assigned to one of the components to the symbol type 255. Save the schematic page(s) and generate a new contact cross-reference run.
1.4.11 W4013 Component without connection designation

This warning message only appears in projects with the modified project parameter file PROJEKT.PPD if: 1. You have not assigned connection designations to a NO contact of the symbol type 1 and 2. the hidden parameter for Offset 639 is set to "1" in the PROJEKT.PPD.
1.4.12 W4014 Unnumbered DD

Cause of warning: EPLAN found a cross-referenceable symbol (component) with a question mark. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Correct the error by using the correction function. You will find it by selecting the menu path Generate / Cross-references/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the 4014 Number unnumbered DD check box in the displayed dialog box, and confirm by clicking on [OK]. EPLAN automatically numbers the symbols. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.4.13 F4022 Change-over contact display incomplete

Error cause: A NC contact with an invalid symbol type was used for a change-over contact. You forgot for instance to change the symbol type of the NC contact symbol from "2" (NC contact only) to "14" (2-path NC change-over contact). Suggested remedy: Call up the automatic correction program by using the menu path Generate / Crossreference/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start at the main menu). In the subsequent Selection for correcting dialog, activate the "4022 Change-over contact display incomplete: Change symbol type 2/15 (NC contact) to 14/15 (change-over contact)" and click on [OK]. All NC contacts with an incorrect symbol type are now converted into change-over NC contacts. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.4.14 W4024 Coil with no contact

Cause of warning: EPLAN found a contactor coil without contact during the contact cross-reference run. Suggestions for avoiding the warning: 1. Insert a contact in the schematic and provide it with the device designation of the coil. or 2. delete the contactor coil in the schematic.
1.4.15 W4025 Contact with no coil

Cause of warning: No coil with the same device designation was found for a contact. Suggestions for avoiding the warning: 1. Assign the device designation of a coil from the schematic to the contact or 2. delete the contact.
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This warning can also occur if another component, for example a motor overload switch, was to be made cross-referenceable for this contact, but no corresponding entry has been made. In this case the contact pair must also be made cross-referenceable.
1.4.16 H4026 No counter-cross-reference to auxiliary element

Each cross-reference includes a main element (symbol type "150") and one or several auxiliary elements (symbol type "153"). During the contact cross-reference run EPLAN found a main element but no auxiliary element. Check the symbol type of the device which is to be cross-referenced. By defining the symbol type you can determine auxiliary and main elements. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start running a new contact cross-reference!
1.4.17 W4027 No counter cross-reference to main element

Cause of warning: Each counter cross-reference includes a main element (symbol type "150") and one or several auxiliary elements (symbol type "153"). During the contact cross-reference run EPLAN found a auxiliary element but no main element. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Check the symbol type of the devices which are to be cross-referenced. By defining the symbol type you can determine main and auxiliary elements. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start running a new contact cross-reference!
1.4.18 W4028 No motor-overload-switch main element

Cause of warning: EPLAN found a motor overload switch with a auxiliary element (auxiliary contact with the symbol type "152") during the contact cross-reference run for which no main element (auxiliary contact with the symbol type "151") exists. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Check whether you inserted the rejected contact as main element with the symbol type "151" or "154" (cross-reference under symbol) in the effective line of the motor overload switch. If not, insert the contact next to the motor overload switch (on the effective line). In case the contact already exists, simply change its symbol type to "151" or to "154". Assign the symbol type "152" (cross-reference next to the symbol) to the auxiliary element located somewhere in the schematic. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start running a new contact cross-reference!
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1.5 Potential Cross-reference Run

4201 4202 4203 4204 4205 4206 4207 4208 4209 4225 4226 4227 F F F F W F W W W F F W Component without designation Potential arrow not found/without designation Ring closure/search depth exceeded Too many targets Sorting cannot be used Incorrect arrowheads Higher-level assignment does not exist Location designation does not exist Potential arrow without connection Incorrect arrowheads Incomplete pairs Connection on one page
1.5.1
F4202, F4411 Potential arrow without designation
Error cause: One potential arrow of a potential arrow pair does not have a designation. Suggested remedy:
Assign the missing designation to the corresponding potential arrow, save the schematic page(s) and start running a new potential cross-reference run.
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1.5.2
F4203, F4402, F5021 Ring closure/search depth exceeded
Target tracking was not successful. Possible error causes: 1. The target wiring is incorrect, meaning that the target tracking leads back the original symbol without encountering another symbol representing a device (ring closure). 2. The maximum number of 19 changes of direction has been reached (search depth exceeded). Suggested remedies: on 1st Check whether incorrect target wiring causes target tracking to return to the same terminal or the same potential arrow. on 2nd Check to see if no more than 19 insertion points (angles, nodes) lie between the starting point (terminal, potential arrow) and the target.
1.5.3
F4204, F4403, F5022, F5069 Too many targets
Error cause: More targets were found than the available number of possible connections. This means that the validation key is incorrect. For example this problem occurs when a node is connected to a potential arrow. Suggested remedy: Check the target wiring in the schematic around the specified potential arrow. Even if nodes are drawn as point wiring in the graphics schematic display, target tracking is carried out in accordance with the target wiring.
1.5.4
F4206, F4225 Incorrect arrowheads
Error cause: Two potential arrows where the arrowhead does not connect to the shaft were found. Suggested remedies: 1. Always draw the potential arrows in pairs in the schematic. One arrow must point "out of the schematic page", while the other one (on a subsequent page) points "into the schematic" (target arrow). 2. The arrow head check can be suppressed by means of the parameter setting. You can find the relevant Identifier for potential arrow check parameter on the Crossreferences tab in the "Parameters for contactor selection and the cross-reference pro-
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gram" dialog. You can call up this dialog by selecting the menu path Generate / Cross-references/Wiring list / Parameters / Cross-references (starting at the main menu). Set the parameter identifier to "0", "1" or "3". 3. Call up the correction program by using the menu path Generate / Crossreference/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "4225 Incorrect arrowheads: Rotate arrowheads" check box in the subsequent Correct dialog box. EPLAN now automatically changes the direction of the incorrect potential arrow. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.5.5
W4209 Potential arrow without designation
Cause of warning: EPLAN found a potential arrow without connection to a device. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Link the potential arrow to a device or to a terminal. Connect the potential arrow that points to the subsequent page with the arrow end to the component. Then connect the potential arrow (target arrow) on the subsequent page with the arrow head to a component.
1.5.6
F4226 Incomplete pairs
Error cause: An odd number of potential arrows with the same designation was used. As a result, one arrow does not have a target. Suggested remedies: 1. Change the designation of the potential arrow that was inserted last in the schematic, and draw a further potential arrow as target for the renamed potential arrow in the schematic (on another schematic page). or 2. Call up the correction program by using the menu path Generate / Crossreference/wiring list / Generate / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "4226 Incomplete pairs: Convert arrow to device-end terminal" check box in the subsequent Correct dialog box. EPLAN then automatically converts the incorrect potential arrow to a device-end terminal.
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In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.5.7
W4227 Connection on one page
Cause of warning: There is a connection between two potential arrows on one and the same schematic page. This message is only displayed if the Identifier for potential arrow check parameter is set to the value "3" (arrow pairs and page) or "4" (arrowheads and page) You will find this parameter on the Cross-references tab in the "Parameters for contactor selection and the cross-reference program" dialog. You can call up this dialog by selecting the menu path Generate / Cross-references/Wiring list / Parameters / Cross-references (start at the main menu). Suggestions for avoiding the warning: 1. Insert the target arrow into another schematic page, or 2. Set the parameter identifier to the value "0", "1", or "2". In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.6 Wiring List

4401 4402 4403 4404 4409 4411 F F F F W F Terminal with no designation Ring closure/search depth exceeded Too many targets Wiring point without definition Mounting location does not exist Potential arrow without designation
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4412 4421
F F
Potential arrow not found Wiring designation too long
1.6.1
F4404 Wiring point without definition
EPLAN found a wiring point with no associated definition line during the generation of the wiring list. Cause of error message: You have moved the insertion point of the wiring point by mistake so that EPLAN cannot assign it to the definition line any more (see example). Suggested remedy: 1. Open the message window in graphics editing by selecting the menu path Edit / Messages. 2. Use the mouse to highlight the line with the error message, and click [OK]. The cursor in the schematic now jumps to the error source. 3. In addition, press the [i] key to have the insertion point indicated. 4. Then position the cursor on the insertion point, and keep the left-hand mouse button pressed down. The cursor will then become a circle. 5. Keep the left mouse button pressed down and move the wiring point to the intersecting point of the definition line and the conductor. Release the mouse button afterwards. The intersecting points is now marked with a transversal line. 6. Save the schematic page(s) and regenerate the wiring list.
In the left-hand graphic the insertion point of the wiring point has been moved downwards. EPLAN therefore cannot assign the wiring point to the definition line. In the right-hand graphic, the insertion point of the wiring point is correctly positioned on the intersecting point of the definition line and the conductor. The intersecting points is now marked with a small transversal line.
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1.6.2
F4412 Potential arrow not found
EPLAN did not find a potential arrow of a potential arrow pair during the generation of the wiring list. Possible error causes: 1. The potential arrow was not inserted. 2 The designation of the potential arrow was incorrect. Suggested remedy: on 1st Insert the missing potential arrow in the schematic. Make sure that the direction of the potential arrows is correct. on 2nd Change the designation of the potential arrow. Both potential arrows of a potential arrow pair must have the same designation. Save the schematic page(s) after having inserted or renamed a potential arrow, and start a new wiring list generation run.
1.6.3
F4421 Wiring designation too long
Error cause: The cross-reference field assigned for the wiring designation is not large enough. The wiring designation is therefore incomplete. Suggested remedies: 1. Select the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project /. Contactor/crossreference/wiring (start at the main menu). In the subsequent dialog box click on the Cross-references/wirings tab and increase the value in the Field length for wiring designations input field (see also help window there). You can specify a value between 7 and 20 characters in the Field length for wiring designations input field. After you have changed this parameter, EPLAN will ask you to start a new generation run. 2. Reduce the length of the wiring designation to the value that you fixed for this parameter. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.7 Wire Numbering

4601 4602 4603 4604 4605 4610 4611 W W W W W F F The designation doesnt lie on a connection The designation lies on two connections (nodes) The designation does not contain a variable The following variable is not entered The following variable is incremented too high Connection designation without symbol Incorrect target wiring
1.7.1
W4601 The designation doesnt lie on a connection
A connection designation in the schematic, that is a type "4" special text, is not positioned on the connection between two symbols. Move the connection designation to the desired connection.
1.7.2
W4602 The designation lies on two connections (nodes)
A wiring text lies on a connection which consists of at least two wires. These are connections that pass through a node or a double junction. Shift the wiring text so that it is located on a branch of the connection representing only one wire.
1.7.3
W4603 The designation does not contain a variable
The Variable identifier parameter is set to "2" or "3", but the wiring text does not contain a counting variable. The identifier for the default variable will be assigned to the wiring text.
1.7.4
W4604 The following variable is not entered
A wiring text contains a counting variable which is not defined. Either change the wiring text in the schematic or define a new counting variable with this letter.
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1.7.5
W4605 The following variable is incremented too high
The end value of this counting variable was exceeded during numbering. Either change the end value or select a different variable in the wiring text.
1.7.6
F4610 Connection designation without symbol
EPLAN found a connection on a schematics page that it cannot assign to a connection point. Error cause: This message only occurs when the page layout is incorrect or on converted pages. Suggested remedy: Delete the connection in the schematic and generate it once again.
1.7.7
F4611 Incorrect target wiring
A target wiring was specified in the schematic for which the program cannot find the connection to a wire or to a potential or where the connection is contradictory. Check the target wiring at the nodes and double junctions through which this connection passes.
1.8 PLC Cross-references

4701 4702 4703 4704 F F F F Duplicate PLC device-end terminal designation Error while accessing the PLC cross-reference database PLC device-end terminal without designation There is no counterpart for the PLC end terminal in the overview
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1.8.1
F4701 Duplicate PLC device-end terminal designation
EPLAN found a duplicate device-end terminal designation during the PLC crossreference run. Suggested remedy: Change one of the duplicate device-end terminal designations in the schematic, save the schematic page(s), and start a new PLC cross-reference run. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.8.2
F4702 Error while accessing the PLC cross-reference database
EPLAN could not open the PLC cross-reference database. Possible error causes: 1. The project directory in which the file specified in the error message had been stored was deleted. 2. The schematic database file specified in the error message or the project directory, in which this file was stored, is write-protected. 3. You are working in the network. Somebody accessed the PLC cross-reference database before you. 4. You are working in the network. You do not possess the corresponding access rights for the file. Suggested remedies: on 1st Check whether the specified file or the project directory still exist. on 2nd Check the attributes of the file or of the project directory. De-activate the write protection for the file or for the project directory. on 3rd Wait until you can reaccess the PLC cross-reference database or contact the user who is editing the file. on 4th Contact your system administrator and ask him for the corresponding access rights for the file. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.8.3
F4703 PLC device-end terminal without designation
EPLAN found a device-end terminal without designation during the PLC crossreference run. Suggested remedy: Assign a designation to the device-end terminal in the schematic, save the schematic page(s), and start a new PLC cross-reference run. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.8.4
F4704 There is no counterpart for the PLC end terminal in the overview
Error cause: You are using a PLC end terminal in the schematic that does not exist on the PLC overview page. For this reason, EPLAN cannot generate cross-reference data. Suggested remedy: Enter the missing PLC end terminal in the PLC overview, save the schematic page, and start a new PLC cross-reference run. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.9 Edit PLC data

4801 4802 4803 4804 H H H H Modified type of connection Modified symbolic address Modified function text New PLC terminal
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1.9.1
H4801 Modified type of connection
The type of connection of the PLC terminal was modified. In order to update the schematic correspondingly, the type of connection of the terminal must be entered manually.
1.9.2
H4802 Modified symbolic address
The symbolic address of the PLC terminal was modified. In order to update the schematic correspondingly, the symbolic address must be entered manually.
1.9.3
H4803 Modified function text
The function text of the PLC terminal was modified. In order to update the schematic correspondingly, the function text must be entered manually.
1.9.4
H4804 New PLC terminal
A new PLC terminal was defined. In order to update the schematic correspondingly, the terminal must be inserted manually.
1.10 PLC Assignment List

4901 4902 F F Address has been assigned several times Symbolic address has been assigned several times
1.10.1 F4901 Address has been assigned several times

Error cause: When generating the assignment list from the schematic, EPLAN found a PLC end terminal that is used more than once in the schematic. Suggested remedy: Check your project and rename addresses that occur several times. Save the page(s), and generate a new assignment list. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.10.2 F4902 Symbolic address has been assigned several times

Error cause: When generating the assignment list from the schematic, EPLAN found a symbolic address that is used more than once in the schematic. Suggested remedy: Check your project and rename symbolic addresses that occur several times. Save the page(s), and generate a new assignment list. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11 Generate Terminals

5001 5002 5003 5004 5007 5008 5009 5011 5012 5013 5015 5016 5017 F F F H W F F F F F F W F Terminal with no designation DD cannot be taken from the left DD cannot be taken from above DD cannot be taken from the left Sorting cannot be used Workstation and strip designation too long Terminal number and terminal subnumber too long Incorrect workstation designation Incorrect strip designation Incorrect terminal number Incorrect terminal subnumber Incorrect designation (only DIN) Incorrect strip subnumber
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5018 5019 5020 5021 5022 5023 5024 5025 5026 5027 5031 5032 5050 5051 5052 5053 5054 5055 5056 5057 5058
W W F F F F F F H W F F F W W H H F F F W
Higher-level assignment does not exist Location designation does not exist Duplicate terminal (page) Ring closure/search depth exceeded Too many targets Target with incomplete DD Terminal subdivision too short for target Duplicate strip designation (page) Duplicate strip designation (page) Connection designation too long Arrow with no designation Arrow not found Duplicate terminal (page) Wrong symbol type for terminal strip Wrong symbol type for connector strip Strip not predefined Strip without terminals/connectors Connector file does not exist Pin designation not contained in the connector file, expected Terminal subdivision too short for target Terminal number exceeds spare
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5061 5065 5069 5071 5072 5075
F F F F F H
Incorrect jumper bar formation Dual entry in form field Too many targets Incorrect wire jumper formation Too many wire jumper levels Form field shifted
1.11.1 F5001, F5501 Terminal with no designation

Error cause: During the generation run, EPLAN found a terminal with the terminal strip designation but the terminal number is lacking. Therefore the device designation of the terminal is not complete. Suggested remedies: 1. Enter the terminal number at the terminal in the schematic that was found by EPLAN, or 2. call up the automatic correction program by using the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "5001 Terminal with no designation: Use the question mark for numbering" check box in the subsequent Correct dialog box, and click on [OK]. EPLAN now automatically provides the terminal with a question mark. Click [OK] after the correction run, and start a new generation run.. The error message is not output any more. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.2 F5002, H5004, F5502 DD cannot be taken from the left

The page did not contain a terminal lying to the left of the terminal from which the strip designation could have been used. The direction from which the strip designation is taken can be specified by a parameter at the terminal input.
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Suggested remedies:
Enter a terminal designation at the terminal symbol in the schematic. Check the specified search direction in the input window of the terminal. 1.11.3 F5003, F5503 DD cannot be taken from above
The page did not contain a terminal lying above the terminal from which the strip designation could have been used. The direction from which the strip designation is taken can be specified by a parameter at the terminal input. Suggested remedies:
Enter a terminal designation at the terminal symbol in the schematic. Check the specified search direction in the input window of the terminal. 1.11.4 W4205, W5007, W5505 Sorting cannot be used
Sort and check parameter 2 or 3 was defined, but the page contains no terminal behind which sorting can take place. The sorting criterion 0/... will therefore be used at the indicated terminal.
1.11.5 F5008 Workstation and strip designation too long

For DIN, workstation and strip designation can contain a maximum of 20 characters, including the "X" or "L" and the minus sign.
1.11.6 F5009 Terminal number and terminal subnumber too long

The terminal and subnumber must not exceed 10 characters including the colon separator and the period.
1.11.7 F5011, F5511, F5811 Incorrect workstation designation

The workstation designation, that is the terminal strip designation in front of the "X" identifier cannot be inserted in the terminal diagram. Error cause: The identifier specified in the schematic includes more characters than predefined in the parameter program.
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Suggested remedies: 1. Select the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Terminals/cables (start at the main menu). EPLAN opens a dialog in which you can set the parameters for the generation of the terminal and interconnect diagrams. The cursor is automatically positioned in the first input field of the Terminal breakdown parameter. This partial parameter determines the number of characters preceding the terminal strip. The following example shows how to increase the specified value: You gave the following designation to a terminal strip in the schematic: 41AX2:1, 41AX2:2, 41AX2:3 etc. The parameter value "2" is assigned to the preceding identifier. But since three characters are used in front of the "X" identifier in the schematic EPLAN displays an error when the terminal diagram is being generated. If you set the parameter value to "3" or to a higher number and restart the generation run this error will not occur any more. If you enter a "0" or a number exceeding "18" EPLAN ignores the specified value and replaces it automatically with the value "9". 2. Reduce the number of characters of the partial parameter in the schematic so that it corresponds to the predefined number in the parameter program. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.8 F5012, F5512, F5812 Incorrect strip designation

The strip designation cannot be inserted in the terminal diagram. Error cause: The strip designation specified in the schematic includes more characters than predefined in the parameter program. Suggested remedies: 1. Select the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Terminals/cables (starting at the main menu). EPLAN opens a dialog in which you can set the parameters for the generation of the terminal and interconnect diagrams. Move the cursor to the second input field of the Terminal breakdown parameter. This is the input field behind the "X" identifier. This partial parameter specifies the number of characters of the terminal strip designation. The following example shows how to correct an error:
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You gave the following designation to a terminal strip in the schematic: X33:1, X32:2, X33:3 etc. The value "1" is given in the input field of this partial parameter. But since two figures are used behind the "X" identifier in the schematic EPLAN displays an error message when the terminal diagram is being generated. If you set the parameter value to "2" or to a higher value and generate a new terminal diagram this error will not occur any more. If you enter a "0" or a number exceeding "9" EPLAN ignores the specified value and replaces it automatically with the maximum value "9". 2. Reduce the number of characters of the respective partial parameter in the schematic so that it corresponds to the predefined number in the parameter program. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.9 F5013, F5513, F5813 Incorrect terminal number

The terminal number cannot be inserted in the terminal diagram. Error cause: The terminal number specified in the schematic includes more characters than predefined in the parameter program. Suggested remedies: 1. Select the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Terminals/cables (start at the main menu). EPLAN opens a dialog in which you can set the parameters for the generation of the terminal and interconnect diagrams. Move the cursor to the fourth input field of the "Terminal breakdown" parameter. This is the input field behind the ":" separator. This partial parameter specifies the number of terminal number characters. The following example shows how to increase the specified value:
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You gave the following designation to a terminal strip in the schematic: X1:110, X1:111, X1:112 etc. The value "2" is given in the input field of the partial parameter Terminal number. But since three numbers behind the ":" separator were specified in the schematic EPLAN displays the error message mentioned above when the terminal diagram is being generated. If you set the parameter value to "3" or to a higher value and generate a new terminal diagram this error message will not be displayed any more. Only parameter values between "1" and "7" will be accepted in the input fields. If you enter a "0" or a number exceeding "7" EPLAN ignores the specified value and replaces it automatically with the maximum value "7". 2. Reduce the number of characters of the respective partial parameter in the schematic so that it corresponds to the predefined number in the parameter program. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.10 F5015, F5515, F5815 Incorrect terminal subnumber

The terminal subnumber cannot be inserted in the terminal diagram. Error cause: The terminal subnumber specified in the schematic includes more characters than predefined in the parameter program. Suggested remedies: 1. Select the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Terminals/cables (start at the main menu). EPLAN opens a dialog in which you can set the parameters for the generation of the terminal and interconnect diagrams. Move the cursor to the fifth input field of the Terminal breakdown parameter. This is the input field behind the "." separator. This partial parameter specifies the number of characters of the terminal subnumber. The following example shows how to increase the specified value:
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You gave the following numbering to terminals in the schematic: X17:22.10, X17:22.12, X17:22.12 etc. The value "1" is given in the input field of the partial parameter Terminal subnumber. But since two numbers behind the "." separator were specified in the schematic EPLAN displays the error message mentioned above when the terminal diagram is being generated. If you set the parameter value to "2" or to a higher value and generate a new terminal diagram this error message will not be displayed any more. Only parameter values between "0" and "7" will be accepted in the input fields. If you enter a number exceeding "7" EPLAN ignores the specified value and replaces it automatically with the value "1". 2. Reduce the number of characters of the respective partial parameter in the schematic so that it corresponds to the predefined number in the parameter program. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.11 W5016, W5516, W5816 Incorrect designation (only DIN)

The device designation of a terminal cannot be sorted into the terminal diagram because a component designation is too long, or the separation character cannot be recognized. The number specifies where this error occurred. 0 = Cannot be specified: There is no separator between the strip and the terminal (":") 1 = Incorrect preceding identifier 2 = Strip designation incorrect 3 = Number incorrect 4 = Potential (behind slash) incorrect 5 = Subnumber incorrect Suggestions for avoiding the warning: 1. Correct the lengths of the terminal subdivision in the terminal parameters (refer to help window there). 2. Change the designation of the respective terminal in the schematic. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.11.12 F5017, F5517, F5817 Incorrect strip subnumber

The strip subnumber of a terminal has a greater number of characters than specified in the Terminals / Cables project parameters. Suggested remedy: Look at the recommended minimum subdivision in the message management and adapt the Terminal subdivision parameter (under Utilities / Parameters / Project / Terminals/cables) correspondingly. Please also note: If the strip subnumber is used, the minimum value must be "2" and the maximum value is "9". In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.13 F5020, F5050 Duplicate terminal (page)

Two terminals with the same device designation have been used without the terminal property for multiple use of the terminal number being set. Suggested remedies:
Change the designation of one of the two terminals. Check in the input window of the terminal under Check code whether the terminal
number may be set several times within this terminal strip. When drawing a potential terminal you should set the value for the check code to 1 so that the terminal number is allowed several times. Furthermore, you should also set the value for the sorting identifier to 1 so that the terminal is sorted behind the terminal lying to the left of it.
Call up the Edit menu item in the Terminal and interconnect diagram module and
click on the error correction in order to allow a "duplicate" terminal. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.14 F5023 Target with incomplete DD

The DD of a terminal target contains only a higher-level assignment and/or location designation. The DD for the target of a conductor specification is missing. Change the designation for the corresponding DD.
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1.11.15 F5024, F5057 Terminal subdivision too short for target

The character length of the target designations found consisting of the DD and the connection designation does not fit into the corresponding data field. The total length of the data field is specified in the terminal parameters under "Terminal subdivision". The sum of the values determines the length of the targets. Suggested remedy: Go to the parameters and increase the size of the terminal breakdown at any point so that the displayed target designation fits into the field.
1.11.16 F5025, H5026 Duplicate strip designation (page)

The strip designation in a strip definition for terminals or connectors (special text 2 or 3) has been assigned twice.
1.11.17 W5027 Connection designation too long

The field length of the connection designation is monitored. During the specification of the minimum subdivision this is taken into consideration with the value V#x.
1.11.18 F5031, F5531 Arrow without designation

The schematic contains a potential arrow which does not have a designation. Enter the missing designation and generate the potential cross-references once more.
1.11.19 F5032, F5532 Arrow not found

The counterpart of a potential arrow could not be found. Possible causes:
Arrow does not exist Arrow has an incorrect designation.

Suggested remedy: Check the generated potential cross-references. Enter any potential arrows which may be missing into the schematic. Then generate new potential cross-references. The crossreference must be executed free of errors.
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1.11.20 W5051 Wrong symbol type for terminal strip

A strip was defined as a terminal strip in the special text, but the terminals making up the strip have the wrong symbol type.
1.11.21 W5052 Wrong symbol type for connector strip

A strip was defined as a connector strip in the special text, but the pins making up the strip have the wrong symbol type. Exceptions: For connectors 107 (N) and 112 (PE) are also allowed. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Call up the automatic correction program by using the Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function menu path (start at the main menu). Activate the "5052 Wrong symbol type for connector strip: Change to 135" check box in the subsequent Correct dialog box, and click [OK]. EPLAN now changes the symbol type automatically. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.22 H5053 Strip not predefined

A strip designation which was not defined by a special text 2 or 3 has been used. The first terminal will be used to define the strip type. Suggested remedy: Call up the correction program for terminals and cables by using the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "5053 Strip not predefined: Generate strip definition" check box in the subsequent Correct dialog box, and click [OK]. EPLAN then generates the strip definition. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.11.23 H5054 Strip without terminals/connectors

A strip definition (special text 2 or 3) has been used for which no terminals or connectors have been drawn in the schematic. Suggested remedy: Call up the correction program for terminals and cables by using the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "5054 Strip without terminals/connector: Delete strip definition" check box in the subsequent Correct dialog box, and click [OK]. EPLAN then removes the strip definition. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies or corrections since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.24 F5055 Connector file does not exist

A connector type that does not exist in the connector file being used was defined in the schematic.
1.11.25 F5056 Pin designation not contained in the connector file, but expected
A pin connector designation not existing in the connector file was used. After this message the designation expected at this place is indicated. If a connector type file is used, no sorting code with the character "/" may be used in the schematic.
1.11.26 W5058 Terminal number exceeds spare

Cause of warning: You specified a minimum number of spare terminals for a terminal strip in the schematic. However, more terminals were inserted in the schematic. Thus, the specified minimum number of spare terminals was exceeded. In the Text properties dialog you defined a minimum number of five spare terminals for the terminal strip "X1" by using the menu path (starting at the graphics editor) Draw/Text. However, in the schematic you are using six terminals with the terminal strip designation "X1".
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Suggestions for eliminating the error: 1. Set the minimum number of spare terminals in the Terminal strip tab in the Text properties dialog to "0", or 2. increase the minimum number of spare terminals so that it exceeds the number of terminals used in the schematic, or 3. Launch the automatic correction program by using the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "5058 Terminal number exceeds spare: Increase spare" check box in the subsequent Correct dialog box and click [OK]. EPLAN now automatically increases the number of spare terminals so that the warning message does not occur any more. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.11.27 F5061 Incorrect jumper bar formation

This error occurs with jumper bars when a jumper is defined from a terminal that can be jumpered to one that cannot, or if the target for a wire jumper is invalid.
1.11.28 F5065 Dual entry in form field

The same form position was assigned to two targets of a terminal.
1.11.29 F5071 Incorrect wire jumper formation

Error cause: You have connected several terminals via wire jumpers. One or several terminals have an invalid terminal number (see example). This is the case if the terminal number(s) used in the schematic has/have more figures than specified in the parameter program. In this case the error message F5013 ("Incorrect terminal number") is output (see F5013). Suggested remedies: Select the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Terminals/cables (start at the main menu), and check the Terminal subdivision parameter on the Terminals/cables 1 tab. The value shown in the field for the length of the terminal number(s) (field behind the
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colon) must agree with the number of figures for the terminal number(s) used in the schematic. Either reduce the number of figures of the respective terminal number(s) used in the schematic to the value specified in the parameter program, or increase the value for the length of the terminal number(s) in the parameter program. Generate a new terminal diagram after that. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
By mistake, the terminal number "371" was assigned to the terminal "X10:37" in the schematic. However, according to the parameter settings (Terminal subdivision parameter) only two figures are allowed for the length of the terminal number. Therefore EPLAN cannot find the jumper targets of the terminal. The terminal "371" is not displayed in the terminal diagram, but the two incomplete jumpers that originate from the terminals "X10:34" and "X10:42" (see illustration below). In addition to the error, EPLAN thus outputs the number of incomplete jumpers in the message window.
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1.11.30 F5072 Too many wire jumper levels

More wire jumpers can be generated within a strip than are defined in the parameters.
1.11.31 H5075 Form field shifted

The position will be evaluated, but not exactly at the desired position.
1.12 Generate Cable

5201 5202 5203 5204 5205 5208 5209 5211 5212 5215 5218 5220 5221 5222 5223 F F F F F F F F F F H W F F F Oblique cable line Conductor designation without two targets Cable target with incomplete DD Duplicate cable/conductor definition in path Incorrect marking of cable conductor/shielding Cable between same strip Missing cable designation to Incorrect cable designation Invalid cable designation Cable definition not between components Conductor color without cable line Part number not at first cable line Differing cable data Cable designation too long Cable type does not exist
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5225 5231 5232 5233 5235 5236 5237 5239 5241 5243 5244 5245 5246 5260 5261 5262 5263 5264 5265 5266 5267
F F F F F F F F F W F W F F F F F F F F F
No. of conductors not defined No cable (type) defined for conductor Number of conductors missing in the cable definition Number of conductors not defined Color assigned twice Color not defined No cable (type) defined for conductor Too many conductors Cable definition not at the terminal One-sided cable definition Counter target not found Cable not defined to Cable designation too long No. of conductors not defined No PE conductor allowed for type Two/several PE conductors intersected No N-conductor allowed for type Two/several N conductors intersected No shielding allowed for type Two/several shielding conductors intersected Too many conductors
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5268 5269 5281 5282 5283 5284 5285
H F F F F F W
Subcable generated Too many subcables Number of conductors not defined Cable without conductor Too many conductors Invalid color assignment One-sided cable definition
1.12.1 F5201 Oblique cable line

EPLAN found an oblique cable line in the schematic. Cables can only be defined correctly if the cable lines are drawn precisely horizontally or vertically (see example). Suggested remedy: Use [i] on the keyboard to display the insertion points and markings of all schematic symbols in the schematic. Afterwards right-click on the insertion point of the incorrect cable line. Click on the Change size menu item in the pop-up menu opened by the system. At the other end of the cable line the cursor is displayed as an "X". The color of the cable line changes from yellow to white (only in case of default setting) and the cursor can be moved in a circle around the insertion point of the cable line. Move the cursor so that the cable line and all conductors of the cable establish a right angle. Only when this is done, EPLAN is able to exactly specify the intersections between the cable line and the conductors. Once you have found the right position for the cable line double click with the left-hand mouse button. The cable line becomes yellow again (only in case of default setting), and the intersections between cable line and conductors are displayed. In case you only clicked once by mistake EPLAN will move the cable text when the mouse is moved. Move the text, that you may have moved accidentally, to the right position again. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run.
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In the left-hand graphics a cable line is drawn incorrectly (oblique). In the right-hand graphics you will find a correctly drawn cable line (horizontally).
1.12.2 F5202 Conductor designation without two targets

EPLAN found a cable line passing through one or several conductors which are without both connection targets. Error cause: This message is output when one (several) devices are deleted accidentally that is (are )connected to a defined cable (see example). Suggested remedy: Reinsert the deleted device(s) in the schematic so that two targets can be assigned to the conductor(s) of the defined cable. Save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run. The error F5202 "Cable specification not between components" is output together with error F5215, as the cable line and therefore the cable specification, too, is no longer located between two devices (see F5215).
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Terminal "X1:3" was deleted. Therefore the third conductor of the defined cable "W1" is without the two target connections "X1:3" and "M1:W1".
1.12.3 F5203 Cable target with incomplete DD

EPLAN found a cable target without a complete DD. Possible error cause: This error occurs when you deleted or failed to specify the device designation of a component that is the target of a cable (see example). Suggested remedy: Provide the component that is the target of the defined cable with a complete device designation. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run. The error F5203 "Cable specification not between components" is output together with error F5215, as the cable line and therefore the cable specification, too, is no longer located between two devices (see F5215).
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The device designation of the motor was deleted or not entered into the schematic. There is a cable connection but EPLAN could not assign the cable target.
1.12.4 F5204 Duplicate cable/conductor definition in path

EPLAN found a cable that was defined twice or a conductor that was defined twice. Possible error causes: 1. More than one cable line or conductor line were inserted between two wiring targets (see example 1). 2. A cable line of a defined cable 1 intersects the conductor of a defined cable 2 (see example 2). Suggested remedies: on 1st Delete all inserted cable or conductor lines except for one. on 2nd Shorten the cable line of cable 1 so that there is no longer an intersection with the conductor of cable 2. Save the changes to the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run.
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Two cable lines were inserted by mistake between terminal strip "X1" and motor "M2". There is no unique cable or conductor specification.
The cable line of cable "W1" intersects a conductor of cable "W2". Therefore both cables are defined incorrectly.
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1.12.5 F5205 Incorrect marking of cable conductor/shielding

EPLAN found a wrong cable conductor/shielding marking. Error cause: You accidentally moved a cable line marking into a shielding (see example). Suggested remedy: key on the keyboard to display the insertion points and markings of all Use the schematic symbols in the schematic. Move the shifted marking back to the intersection between the cable line and the cable conductor. Save the schematic page and start a new generation run.
The marking of the left-hand conductor of cable "W1" "slipped" into the inserted shielding.
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1.12.6 F5208 Cable between same strip

EPLAN found a cable between the same terminal strip. Error cause: You defined a cable in the schematic that connects two terminal strips with the same designation (see example). This error results in the error F5282 "Cable without conductors". Suggested remedy: Change the designation of one of the two terminal strips. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run.
The first and second target of cable "W2" are identical (terminal strip "X4" in both cases). Therefore the cable cannot be generated.
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1.12.7 F5209 Missing cable designation to

EPLAN found a missing cable designation. Error cause: This message will appear when the parameters specify that cables are to be assigned target designations but more than one connection without a cable designation was combined under a single cable line (see example). Suggested remedy: Enter the missing cable designation in the schematic, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run.
The cable designation is missing at the specified cable line. Therefore EPLAN cannot assign the cable to the two targets ("S1" and "S2").
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1.12.8 F5211 Incorrect cable designation

EPLAN found an incorrect cable designation. Error cause: A cable was defined with only one identifier in the cable definitions, but the designation parameters require two identifiers. You gave the designation "W1" to a cable. However, the parameter settings for terminals and cables require two identifiers, namely "WA". Suggested remedy: Select the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Terminals/cables (start at the main menu). Go to the Cable identifier input field on the Terminals/cables 1 tab. You will find the specified cable designation there. Now you can choose between deleting the second identifier in the parameter program or using the two specified identifiers for cable designations in your project from now on. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.12.9 F5212 Invalid cable designation

EPLAN found an invalid cable designation. Error cause: The Cable number assignment parameter was preset to "1 = Automatic 1 target" or "2 = Automatic 2 targets". However you designated the cable(s) manually in the schematic. Suggested remedies: 1. Select the menu path Utilities / Parameters / Project / Terminals/cables (start at the main menu). Open the dropdown list box next to the Cable number assignment input field on the Terminals/cables 1 tab, and select one of the manual options "0" or "3" up to "D" (depending on the desired cable designation). After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run. 2. Keep the parameter setting, and delete the cable designation entered manually in the schematic. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.12.10 F5215 Cable definition not between components

The cable definition found in the schematic cannot be assigned. Possible error causes: 1. You forgot to assign a complete device designation to a cable target. In this case the error message F5203 ("Cable target without complete DD") is output (see F5203). 2. You deleted the (target) devices above and below the defined cable, but the cable line in the schematic was not deleted (see example). In this case the error message F5202 ("Conductor designation without two targets") is output as the cable line does not have two targets anymore.(see F5202). Suggested remedies: on 1st: See error F5203 on 2nd: Delete the cable line in the schematic, save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run.
The terminal strip "X1" and the motor "M1" (see left-hand graphics) of the defined cable "W1" were deleted, but the cable line was not. The cable line is no longer located between two devices, but "floats" undefined in the schematic (see right-hand graphics).
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1.12.11 H5218 Conductor color without cable line

A conductor color could not be assigned to a cable line. EPLAN stops the generation despite of this message.
1.12.12 W5220 Part number not at first cable line

Cause of warning: You have defined a cable of the same designation several times within the schematic and assigned a part number to it. The part number was not entered in the symbol properties dialog box (Part tab) of the first definition line of the cable but in the symbol properties dialog box of the second or a further one. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Always assign the part number to the symbol properties dialog box of the first cable definition line. The first cable line is the cable line EPLAN finds first in the evaluation direction within the project hierarchy.
1.12.13 F5221 Differing cable data

EPLAN found different cable data for a single cable definition. Error cause: You defined one and the same cable on two pages in the schematic and entered on one page different data concerning the cable type, the number of conductors, the cross section or the cable length. Suggested remedies: 1. Change the cable specification so that the cable data are identical on all schematic pages, or 2. Launch the automatic correction program by using the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "5221 Differing cable data: Remove data of the 2nd definition" check box in the subsequent Correct dialog and click on [OK]. EPLAN will now delete the cable data on the page on which you defined the cable once again with the exception of the cable designation. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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1.12.14 F5222, F5246 Cable designation too long

EPLAN found a cable designation that is too long. Error cause: A cable designation was specified or generated which exceeds the predefined parameter value. Suggested remedy: Follow the menu path Parameters / Terminals/cables in the Terminal and interconnect diagram module. Change the Maximum cable designation length parameter on the Terminals/cables 1 tab to the value shown in the message window The Maximum cable designation length parameter has the default value "4" (4 characters). You generated a cable with the designation W12 (3 characters) in the schematic. After the cable generation has been completed the following message is output: " ....W12[5255] Cable designation too long 5" If you increase the parameter value to "5" as specified at the end of the message you will not get another error message after a new generation run. Information on the example: When assigning cable designations EPLAN adds two additional characters to the generated subcable designation. Subcables are defined by an enlargement of the cable designation consisting of a separator (point) and a figure between 1 and 9 (e.g. "W12.1"). For this reason check the parameter concerning the length of the cable designations before assigning cable designations. The value entered must at least include two more characters than the longest cable designation.
1.12.15 F5223 Cable type does not exist

EPLAN found a cable type that does not exist. Error cause: You specified a cable type in the schematic or a standard cable in the parameter program that EPLAN could not find in one of the cable type files. Suggested remedies: Specify a cable that exists in the cable type file, or include the new cable in one of the cable type files. In the following sections you learn how to proceed to do this.
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Follow the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Cable types (start at the main menu). In the subsequent Cable types dialog you can assign the new cable either to a projectspecific file or to a general cable type file (*.KLB). Furthermore you can enter the new cable in a new cable type file here. If you want to generate the cable project-specifically, click on the entry Project-specific to be found in the tree that is located on the left-hand side in the dialog box. If you want to assign the cable to a general cable type file just click on the desired cable file in the tree view. Whether you want to assign the new cable to a project-specific or to a general cable type file, select New from the pop-up menu in both cases. In the subsequent dialog you can create a new cable type file by means of the Type file input field. Delete the name entered there and enter a new name. Afterwards enter the name of the new cable type and select the type of cable. Enter the number of conductors in the subsequent window and click on [OK]. Close the dialog afterwards. Particular points to be regarded when selecting the color-coded cable: When you create a color-coded cable you must assign the corresponding color to each conductor. Click in the Cable types dialog on the specified number of conductors under the cable type in the tree view (click on cable type first). On the right-hand side of the dialog the individual conductors will be listed which are sequentially numbered and provided with a placeholder (#). The placeholder indicates that this a color-coded cable whose conductor colors have to be added manually. To do this, click on each conductor number twice (no double click), and enter the desired conductor color into the framed input field. Afterwards, click on or click on any list entry to transfer the value.
1.12.16 F5225, F5233, F5260, F5281, F6303 Number of conductors not defined
EPLAN found a cable in the schematic with an undefined number of conductors (see also error message F5239 "Too many conductors"). Error cause: You specified a number of conductors in the schematic which is not permitted for this cable type. For example the cable line intersects more conductors in the schematic than you have defined for the cable. The error message indicates the cable type with the incorrect number of conductors.
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Suggested remedies: 1. Click on the insertion point of the cable line in the schematic. The Symbol properties dialog will then be displayed. Then, click on the [...] button that is located next to the No. of conductors input field in the Cable tab. The subsequent dialog will indicate the selected cable type and will list the numbers of conductors defined for the cable. Select the number of conductors you need and click [OK]. EPLAN will now replace the incorrect number of conductors by the right one. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run. 2. Alternately, you can define a new number of conductors for the cable (namely the number that was rejected by EPLAN). Select the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Cable types (start at the main menu). In the Cable types dialog box you will find all defined cable type files with the associated cables. Select the cable in the tree view, and highlight it. EPLAN then displays the numbers of conductors of the cable. Now click on any number of conductor assigned to the cable. Afterwards, select the New option from the pop-up menu. Define a new number of conductors for the cable in the subsequent dialog box by entering this number in the input field. Confirm this entry by clicking on [OK], save the new cable data, and close the dialog. Then, change over to the schematic. Find the cable, and click on the insertion point of the cable line. In the subsequent Symbol properties dialog click on the [...] button that is located next to the No. of conductors input field in the Cable tab. Select the newly defined number of conductors for the cable in the subsequent dialog and click on [OK]. Exit the Symbol properties dialog box by clicking on [OK], save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run.
1.12.17 F5231, F5237 No cable (type) defined for conductor

EPLAN found conductor colors in the schematic that cannot be assigned to a cable (see example). Error cause: You presumably moved a schematic extract that contains a cable definition. In doing so, you forgot to highlight the cable line and move it as well, and therefore the conductor colors cannot be assigned to a cable any longer. Suggested remedies: 1. Move the cable line back so that all conductors intersect the cable line again, or
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2. Use the key on the keyboard to display the markings of all schematic symbols in the schematic. Now the intersection and insertion points between the cable line and the conductors are displayed. Delete the intersection points one after the other. The conductor colors will be deleted, too. After that, delete the associated cable lines. Save the schematic page(s) after each error correction and start a new cable generation run.
The terminal strip "X2" and the connected switch "S1" were moved to the right. However, the cable line of the defined cable "W12" remained on the old position. As the cable line is now located outside the connection and the intersection points of the cable line were moved with the conductors, no cable is defined for the conductor colors.
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1.12.18 F5232 Number of conductors missing in the cable definition

EPLAN found a missing number of conductors in the cable definition. Error cause: You assigned conductor colors but no number of conductors to a color-coded cable of the type "3" (color-coded cable with different conductor variants and color sequences) in the schematic. Since the color sequence is different for each number of conductors, the program is unable to make any assignment. EPLAN displays the cable type in the error message. Suggested remedy: Click on the insertion point of the cable line in the schematic to call up the Symbol properties dialog, and enter the missing number of conductors for the cable in the Cable tab. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run.
1.12.19 F5235 Color assigned twice

EPLAN found a conductor color that was assigned twice. Error cause: When the conductor colors were manually assigned to a color-coded cable two conductors were given the same color. Suggested remedy: Change one of the conductor colors, then save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run.
1.12.20 F5236 Color not defined

EPLAN found a cable for which no conductor cables are defined. Possible error causes: 1. You changed the cable type of one of the cables in the schematic at a later point in time. For example, you no longer use a color-coded cable but a numbered cable, that does not require a conductor color. However, you did not delete the conductor colors of the color-coded cable after the having made the change in the schematic (see example).
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2. You assigned a color to a (several) cable conductor(s) in the schematic, that is (are) not defined for the selected cable. For example you assigned the color white (wt) to the conductor of a four-conductor color-coded cable of the NIY type with the colors blue (bl), brown (br), black (nr) and yellow (ye). Suggested remedies: on 1st Use the key on the keyboard to display the insertion points and markings of all schematic symbols in the schematic. Delete all insertion points at the rejected conductor colors, save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run. If you want the conductor numbers of the new cable type to be displayed in the schematic, proceed as follows: Exit the Graphics editing module. Afterwards, select the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Cable and conductor data / Delete. In the following window a selection of the cable data to be deleted is displayed. Activate the Conductor colors check box, and click [OK]. Select the incorrect cable from the subsequent dialog by highlighting it in the Available list (on the left) and transfer it to the Output list (on the right) by using the button. Then start the conductor colors deletion process by clicking [OK], and confirm the subsequent message window by clicking [OK] again. Select the Cable and conductor data menu item once again. This time, click on Transfer in the subsequent menu. Select a conductor color font size in the following dialog box, and click [OK] to confirm the your selection. Then re-select the cable by using the button, and click [OK] again. EPLAN now adds the cable numbers to the cable line. They are displayed in the Graphics editing module. on 2nd Exit the Graphics editing module and select the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Display/Edit / Interconnect diagram. Click on the Conductor assignment tab in the subsequent dialog. EPLAN will show you the colors defined for the cable and which conductors are reserved or free. Close the dialog and change the color(s) of the conductors found by EPLAN in the schematic. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
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The type of the cable "W12" defined in the schematic was changed. A numbered cable of the lflex type was used instead of the color-coded cable (see cable identification). The conductors of the numbered cable still have the colors of the previous cable.
1.12.21 F5239, F5267, F5283 Too many conductors

EPLAN found a cable line in the schematic that intersects more conductors than it was defined for the cable. This error message is output together with the error F5225 ("Number of conductors not defined"). Error cause: You determined a certain number of conductors for a cable in the schematic. However, the cable line intersects more conductors than it was defined. The specified number of conductors will be displayed in the error message. Suggested remedies: 1. Click on the insertion point of the cable line in the schematic. The Symbol properties dialog will then be displayed.
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Then, click on the [...] button that is located next to the No. of conductors input field in the Cable tab. The subsequent dialog will indicate the selected cable type and will list the numbers of conductors defined for the cable. Select the number of conductors you need and click on [OK]. EPLAN will now replace the incorrect number of conductors by the right one. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run. 2. Alternately, you can define a new number of conductors for the cable (namely the number that was rejected by EPLAN). Select the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Cable types (start at the main menu). In the Cable types dialog box you will find all defined cable type files with the associated cables. Select the cable in the tree view, and highlight it. EPLAN then displays the numbers of conductors. Now click on any number of conductors assigned to the cable. Afterwards, select the New option from the pop-up menu. Define a new number of conductors for the cable in the subsequent dialog box by entering this number in the input field. Confirm this entry by clicking on [OK], save the new cable data, and close the dialog. Then, change over to the schematic. Find the cable, and click on the insertion point of the cable line. In the subsequent Symbol properties dialog click on the [...] button that is located next to the No. of conductors input field in the Cable tab. Select the newly defined number of conductors for the cable in the subsequent dialog and click on [OK]. Exit the Symbol properties dialog box by clicking on [OK], save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run.
1.12.22 F5241 Cable definition not at the terminal

The cable definition of a terminal strip with multiple targets or the definitions of various cables with the same targets, the cable definition must be marked at each terminal connection. In addition, the terminal marking must also be defined when the terminal connection is to a non-terminal in various paths. If this is not done, the program will be unable to recognize which specification belongs to which terminal/target connection.
1.12.23 W5243, W5285 One-sided cable definition

EPLAN found a one-sided cable definition. Cause of warning: In case of cables located between terminal strips the symbol property "Terminal connection for cable generation" was not correctly preset.
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Depending on the defined direction of the connection for the cable definition, two different warnings of the same title can be output: "W5243" and "W5285" (for details refer to example). Suggestion for avoiding the warnings or for error correction: First, select the menu path Options / Multifunction menu / Cable display in the Graphics editing module. The connection targets of the terminals for the cable connections will then be displayed. To avoid warning "W5243" proceed as follows: 1. Select Edit / Messages in the Graphics editing module. EPLAN now displays a list containing all messages which were output during the generation runs. Click on the entry "W5243" on the list (the entry will be highlighted) and afterwards on the [OK] button at the bottom of the list. EPLAN will then close the list of messages and jumps with the cursor to the terminal in the schematic that caused the warning. Click once on the respective terminal. EPLAN displays the Symbol properties dialog. Change the Connection for cable generation property in the Terminal tab from "U = Below" to "O = Above", and close the dialog by clicking [OK]. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new generation run. The warning is not output any more. 2. Call up the correction program for terminals and cables by using the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "5243 One-sided cable definition: Generate a cable" check box and click on [OK]. Now EPLAN has generated a cable for the connection. Click [OK] after the correction run. The warning is not output any more. In case of the warning "W5285" there are the following possibilities to avoid this message: 1. Select Edit / Messages in the Graphics editing module. EPLAN now displays a list containing all messages which were output during the generation runs. Click on the entry W5285 on the list (the entry will be highlighted) and afterwards on [OK] at the bottom of the list. EPLAN will then close the list of messages and jumps with the cursor to the terminal in the schematic that caused the warning. Click once on the respective terminal. EPLAN displays the Symbol properties dialog. Change the Connection for cable generation property in the Terminal tab from "O = Above" to "K = No cable", and close the dialog by clicking [OK]. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run. The warning is not output any more.
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2. Call up the correction program for terminals and cables by using the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the "5285 One-sided cable definition: Do not generate a cable" check box, and click on [OK]. EPLAN now removes the one-sided cable definition. Click on [OK] after the correction run, and start a new cable generation run. The warning is not output any more. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
In the left-hand graphic the direction for the cable generation at the terminals "X2:12, 13, 14" was predefined in the Symbol properties dialog to be "U = Below". Thus the cable definition is one-sided as far as the terminal strip "X1" is concerned. In this case, EPLAN will output the warning "W5243".
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In the right-hand graphic the direction of the cable generation at the terminals "X5:12, 13, 14" was predefined in the Symbol properties dialog to be "O = Above". In this case, too, there is a one-sided cable definition as to the terminals "X4:1, 2, 3". In this case, EPLAN will output the warning "W5285".
1.12.24 F5244, F5509 Counter target not found

The target to which the cable leads was not found in the terminal diagram during cable generation.
1.12.25 W5245 Cable not defined to

This message is directly connected to the parameter "Generate only those cables defined in the schematic" (Terminals/cables 2 tab). If this parameter is activated, the automatic cable generation is deactivated. Cables are only generated if a cable line exists. Possible causes of warning: You forgot to insert a cable line, or you deleted the cable line by mistake. Suggestion for avoiding the warning or for error correction: 1. Insert the missing cable line in the schematic, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run. 2. Call up the correction program for terminals and cables by using the menu path Generate / Terminal/terminal connection/interconnect diagram / Edit / Correction function (start at the main menu). Activate the check box "5245 Cable not defined to...: Do not generate a cable", and click [OK]. EPLAN now removes the incomplete cable definition. Click [OK] after the correction run, and start a new cable generation run. The warning is not output any more. In EPLAN COMPACT it is not possible to carry out all suggested remedies since it has less functions than the complete EPLAN version.
1.12.26 F5261 No PE conductor allowed for type

Error cause: A cable line intersects a PE conductor that is not valid or permitted for the specified cable type.
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Suggested remedy: Change the cable type in the Symbol properties dialog. Select a cable provided with a PE conductor (e.g. type "lflex"). After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a cable generation run.
1.12.27 F5262 Two/several PE conductors intersected

A cable line intersects two or more PE conductors. Error cause: You converted two or more terminals, that are targets of a defined cable, to PE terminals (symbol type "111" to "113"). However, the cable line must not cross more than one PE conductor. Suggested remedy: Change the symbol type of the terminals at all PE conductors that are assigned twice. The symbol types for feed-through terminals "100" to "106" are for instance suitable for this. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run.
1.12.28 F5263 No N conductor allowed for type

Error cause: A cable line intersects a N conductor that is not valid or permitted for the specified cable type. Suggested remedy: Change the cable type in the Symbol properties dialog. Select a cable provided with a N conductor. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a cable generation run.
1.12.29 F5264 Two/several N conductors intersected

A cable line intersects two or more N conductors. Error cause: You converted two or more terminals, that are targets of a defined cable, to "N terminals" (symbol type "107" to "110"). However, the cable line must not cross more than one N conductor.
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Suggested remedy: Change the symbol type of the terminals at all N conductors that are assigned twice. The symbol types for feed-through terminals "100" to "106" are for instance suitable for this. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run.
1.12.30 F5265 No shielding allowed for type

Error cause: The cable line intersects a shielding conductor connection. The cable type specified does not permit a shielding. Suggested remedy: Change the cable type in the Symbol properties dialog. Select a cable provided with a shielding. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run.
1.12.31 F5266 Two/several shielding conductors intersected

A cable line intersects two or more shielding conductors. Error cause: You drew a cable line through two ore more shielding conductors (see example). However, the cable line of a defined cable must not cross more than one shielding conductor. Suggested remedy: Insert the cable line in the schematic, and make sure that it only intersects one shielding conductor. After that, save the schematic page(s) and start a new cable generation run.
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The cable line of the cable "W8" intersects two shielding conductors.
1.12.32 H5268 Subcable generated

A subcable was generated, even though only defined cables are to be generated.
1.12.33 F5269 Too many subcables

More than 9 subcables have been generated (.1 through .9).
1.12.34 F5282 Cable without conductor

Cause of error message: You have defined a cable in the schematic which intersects the connecting lines of terminals of the same terminal strip. In this case EPLAN recognizes a cable to which no conductors are assigned (see also error F5208 "Cable between same strip"). Suggested remedies: 1. Delete the cable definition line from the connection. or 2. Rename one of the terminal strips. After that, save the schematic page(s), and start a new generation run.
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1.12.35 F5284 Invalid color assignment

This message is displayed if the number of conductors is not specified and conductor colors not matching the color sequence are assigned at connections which are not terminals.
1.13 Import Cable Data

5501 5502 5503 5504 5509 5511 5512 5513 5515 5516 5517 5518 5519 5531 5532 F F F W F F F F F W F W W F F Terminal with no designation DD cannot be taken from the left DD cannot be taken from above Sorting cannot be used Counter target not found Incorrect workstation designation Incorrect strip designation Incorrect terminal number Incorrect terminal subnumber Incorrect designation (only DIN) Incorrect strip subnumber Higher-level assignment does not exist Location designation does not exist Arrow with no designation Arrow not found
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1.14 Create Terminal Bill of Materials

5701 5702 5703 F F F No matching terminal marked Accessories missing Terminal / strip definition not found
1.14.1 F5701 No matching terminal marked

Mark the terminals with the identifiers and the cross-sections which you used in the schematic. The appropriate accessories for each terminal must also be marked. The terminal type and the cross-section are specified (0,2 mm is the minimum cross-section).
1.14.2 F5702 Accessories missing:

The required terminal has not been selected for a terminal. The part number of the terminal, the type of accessory and the identifier are specified.
1.14.3 F5703 Terminal / strip definition not found

This error message only occurs in case of older projects. It is output when you deleted or shifted a terminal in the schematic and the terminal bill of materials has not been regenerated afterwards. In other words, the terminal bill of materials now contains a terminal that is not at the position specified.
1.15 Import Terminal Bill of Materials

5801 5802 5811 5812 5813 F F F F F Terminal not found in terminal bill of materials Strip header does not exist Incorrect workstation designation Incorrect strip designation Incorrect terminal number
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5815 5816 5817 5818 5819
F W F W W
Incorrect subnumber Incorrect designation (only DIN) Incorrect strip subnumber Higher-level assignment does not exist Location designation does not exist
1.15.1 F5801 Terminal not found in the terminal bill of materials

A terminal which does not exist in the terminal bill of materials has been entered in the schematic. Probably the terminal diagram or the terminal bill of materials is not up-todate.
1.15.2 F5802 Strip header does not exist

The strip definition found during the generation of the terminal diagram is no longer positioned on its original page, path, and position. The data can therefore not be written back.
1.16 Graphics Terminal-strip Overview

6001 H Function text truncated
1.16.1 H6001, H6101, H6201, H6301, H6601, H6701, H6801 Function text truncated
The function text exceeded the defined length and could not be broken down into 2 lines.
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1.17 Graphics Cable Overview

6101 6102 H F Function text truncated Cable file does not exist
1.17.1 F6102, F6202 Cable file does not exist

A cable file that was available during the generation run no longer exists.
1.18 Graphics Terminals

6201 6202 6203 6205 H F F F Function text truncated Cable file does not exist Terminal strip not found Graphics page not output
1.18.1 F6203 Terminal strip not found

This error message is output when a selected strip is not found in the terminal diagram during the graphics output of the terminal diagram. This error may occur in case of internal database problems.
1.18.2 F6205 Graphics page not output

The graphics page defined in the form could not be output, since it was not found.
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1.19 Graphics Cables

6301 6302 6303 6306 6307 H F F W F Function text truncated Cable file does not exist Number of conductors not defined Target not found Target 2 not found
1.19.1 W6306 Target not found

No valid device was found. The terminal will be included in the terminal diagram, but without a target.
1.19.2 F6307 Target 2 not found

The corresponding counter target was not found.
1.20 Graphics Terminal Connection

6401 6402 6403 6404 W W F F Symbol macro not found Symbol not found in the schematic Differing macro connections Differing symbol numbers
1.20.1 W6401 Symbol macro not found

You have marked a symbol in such a way that the connection sequence should be read out of the symbol macro. However, the symbol macro has not been created.
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1.20.2 W6402 Symbol not found in the schematic

You have marked a symbol in such a way that the connection sequence should be read out of the schematic. The symbol you are looking for cannot be found on the page of the terminal, or the output project is not the same as the original one.
1.20.3 F6403 Differing macro connections

The number of connections between the symbol and symbol macro is not the same.
1.20.4 F6404 Differing symbol numbers

The symbol number within the symbol macro is not the same as the symbol number of the symbol.
1.21 Graphics Bill of Materials

6601 6602 H H Function text truncated Designation truncated
1.21.1 H6602, H6702, H6802 Designation truncated

In the case of this message, the text was longer than the settings specified in the coordinate parameters. The text was truncated.
1.22 Graphics Device List

6701 6702 6703 H H H Function text truncated Designation truncated Symbol not within limits
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1.22.1 H6703 Symbol not within limits

The symbol belonging to a cross-reference could not be displayed. Only the page/path information is shown.
1.23 Graphics Purchase-order List

6801 6802 H H Function text truncated Designation truncated
1.24 Translation
7001 7002 7003 7011 7012 F F F W W No source language found DRAW command error Data structure error (ESC) Search term missing Target term missing
1.24.1 F7001 No source language found

The source language specified in the parameters does not exist in the text to be translated.
1.24.2 F7002 DRAW command error

An entry for free-hand drawing contains, for example, an unknown command. Any text that may be behind it will not be translated.
1.24.3 F7003 Data structure error (ESC)

There is an error in the file structure. The program cannot properly identify the start of a word for translation.
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1.24.4 W7011 Search term missing

A word to be translated was not found in the database.
1.24.5 W7012 Target term missing

A word to be translated was found in the database, but it has not been translated into the required language(s).
1.25 HPGL Import

7201 7202 7203 7204 7205 7206 F F F F W F Lower X limit exceeded Upper X limit exceeded Lower Y limit exceeded Upper Y limit exceeded Unknown HPGL command Invalid numerical value
1.25.1 F7201 Lower X limit exceeded

The coordinates of the plot file which was read in do not fit onto the EPLAN page. The value lies below the minimum value of 0. Suggested remedy: Adjust the magnification factor or the X offset in the parameters (Plot file / Scalings).
1.25.2 F7202 Upper X limit exceeded

The coordinates of the plot file which was read in do not fit onto the EPLAN page. The value lies above the maximum value of 15970. Suggested remedy: Adjust the magnification factor or the X offset in the parameters (Plot file / Scalings).
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1.25.3 F7203 Lower Y limit exceeded

The coordinates of the plot file which was read in do not fit onto the EPLAN page. The value lies below the minimum value of 0. Suggested remedy: Adjust the magnification factor or the Y offset in the parameters (Plot file / Scalings).
1.25.4 F7204 Upper Y limit exceeded

The coordinates of the plot file which was read in do not fit onto the EPLAN page. The value lies above the maximum value of 10870. Suggested remedy: Adjust the magnification factor or the Y offset in the parameters (Plot file / Scalings).
1.25.5 W7205 Unknown HPGL command

An HPGL command in the plot file was not recognized. The following commands are recognized: Command AA AR CI DI LB LT PA PD PG PR PU RA Meaning "arc absolute" (arc around the entered absolute center) "arc relative" (arc around the entered relative center) "circle" (circle around the current point, with radius value) "absolute direction" (absolute value for the pitch and line direction for text) "label" (text output) "line type" (line type definition) "plot absolute" (movement of the pen to an absolute position) "pen down" (plotter pen movement and descent) "advance full page" (page advance) "plot relative" (movement of the pen to a relative position) "pen up" (plotter pen lift and movement) "fill rectangle absolute" (definition of a solid rectangle in absolute coordinates)
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Command RR SC SP SR
Meaning "fill rectangle relative" (definition of a solid rectangle in relative coordinates) "scale" (definition of a user-specific coordinate system, scaling) "select pen" (pen selection according to number) "relative character size" (size of an output character as a percentage).
1.25.6 F7206 Invalid numerical value

An HPGL command contained a value which lies outside the valid range, e.g. SP 37. SP selects a pen which does not exist.
1.26 Import Parts

7401 7403 F W Part defined several times Importing of parts being aborted (number of errors > 50)
1.26.1 F7401 Part defined several times

When importing parts EPLAN found components, that have been defined several times. Suggested remedy: Search parts in the import file or in the import database that have been entered several times, delete the superfluous data, and start importing the parts again.
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1.26.2 W7403 Importing of parts being aborted (number of errors > 50)
EPLAN stops importing parts since the number of errors exceeded 50. Possible cause: EPLAN found more than 50 parts that were defined several times. Suggestion for avoiding the warning: Search parts in the import file or in the import database that have been entered several times, delete the superfluous data, and start importing the parts again.
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Creating Print Forms
2 Creating Print Forms

This chapter contains information on the following topics:
The Report Processor Functions for Print Forms F Codes.
2.1 The Report Processor

The report processor can be used to output data from your projects in the format of formatted lists. Output can be to the screen, the printer, or a file. Please refer to the following section. To this purpose you can either use the form files included in the scope of delivery or define your own forms. The layout of the individual elements which you want to use from the projects is defined on the forms. The form files for use with the report processor are called print forms below, in order to differentiate them from the other form types (graphics forms, plot forms, plot frames).
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You can also use a text editor to design print forms. It is advisable to create own print forms on the basis of the print forms supplied since experience is required in order to edit the forms. If you use a word-processing program to edit the print forms, ensure that the file is saved in ASCII format. Only files which do not contain control characters can be processed correctly by the report processor.
2.1.1
Structure of Print Forms
Print forms have two essential components. Their handling is described below. Form description
Name: ##########
Field description
Price: #######.## DM \1:1,1:39
The character \ (backslash) separates the form description from the field description. The information after the \ is not printed. It specifies which data are to be written into the form. The form description specifies the following criteria:
Which fixed data the form is to contain Where the data fields are to be placed How long the data fields are How the data are to be prepared for printing.
Fixed texts are output on the printout exactly in the line and column specified in the form. You can enter explanatory texts and frames freely. The exceptions are the \ and a dot in the first column which initiates a command or area sequence. Texts not positioned within an area are treated as comments. This also applies to texts positioned behind a command or an area command. Comments are not printed. Lines which contain area commands, comments and commands (for example ..DA 0: Data of the first page) are not counted. The length of the data fields is determined by the number of # used. If you want the printout to contain characters for decimal values or separators for the thousands, you must also enter a # for these characters. If several data fields are to be printed in one line, the length of all the data fields are entered in the form description in the form of #. The individual fields are then separated by at least one blank, graphics character or fixed text. The data can be prepared for printing by means of formatting characters. You can thus specify whether, for example, decimal values are to be used for numerical data. This formatting is described in more detail under the topic "Preparing Data for Printing" (see below). The lines may have a maximum length of 256 characters.
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The field description can contain various elements which are explained in the following overview.
Number of a file: The file number is used to specify the file from which the data are
to be taken. The data of the control panels are contained in the SRK.DAT housing file. This file has the file number 5.
Number of the data field: The data fields are differentiated within a file by means
of the field number. A colon separates the file from the field number. The Purchase Order Number of a control panel has the field number 6. If you want to print this P.O. Number in a form, you must enter 5:6 as the field description.
Special code: Certain data, for example the system date, can be inserted into a form
by means of special codes.
F code: These codes are only used for the so-called fixed print forms. These are field
codes for particular data. Which data these are depends on the program module from which printing is to be carried out. You can therefore not use F codes for the universal print forms described here. (Also refer to the F codes in the section "Field Identifiers of the Individual Programs".) Notes:
You can print several data in one line of a form. In this case you have to enter a field
description for each field. The individual field descriptions are separated by commas and must not contain spaces.
If several data fields are to be printed in one line, the length of all the data fields are
entered in the form description in the form of "#"s. The individual length specifications must be separated by at least one space (or possibly another character). Data fields and variables: Print preparation means that data fields are output with decimal places, with fillers, left- or right-aligned, etc. The following sections differentiate between the print preparation of:
Numerical data fields and variables Alphanumerical data fields and variables.
Numerical data fields and variables can contain the filler characters * or 0. They can contain decimal places and signs. Which entry in the form leads to which printout, will be illustrated on the basis of the data field 15:176 with the contents 4567.89.
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Printout
Total: 4568 Total: 4567,89 Total: Total: Total: Total: ***4578,89 0004567,89 4567,89 4567,89
Form description
Total: ########## Total: ########.## Total: Total: Total: Total: #*######.## #0######.## #-######.## #^######.## DM\15:176 DM\15:176 DM\15:176 DM\15:176 DM\15:176 DM\15:176 DM\15:176
Total: -4567,89
Total: -#######.##
Comment Printout without decimal places Printout with decimal places Printout with filler "*" Printout with filler "0" Left-aligned printout Printout of the actual length of the data field Minus sign is interpreted as a mathematical sign.
The decimal separator is printed out as a period or a comma, depending on the company-parameter setting Decimal character in the Print form menu. In alphanumerical data fields and variables you can specify whether the printout is left-aligned or right-aligned. The contents of the data fields and variables can be shorter than the field length. You can therefore specify whether subsequent characters are to be positioned directly after the field contents or whether space is to be reserved for the complete field length. Printout
Customer: Mil(C des.) Customer: Mil(C des.) Customer: Mil(C des.)
Form description
Customer: ###### (C des.) Customer: #-#### (C des.) Customer: #^#### (C des.)
Comment Unformatted Right-aligned Minimize length
2.2 Overview of the Functions Valid for all Forms

Lines which begin with two dots designate areas. Command Meaning
..ST ..HE x ..DA x ..DA 20 ..DA 21 ..FO x ..
Explanation Initializations Upper common part of every page The lines with the data Completing line behind the last record Filler lines between the data area and footer
Starting area Header area Data area
Footer area Area end
Lower common part of every page Conclusion of an area
Different control commands can be included between the individual area commands.
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The following applies for all commands:
The command begins with a period. The command must be positioned in the first column of the line. The command itself is not printed.
The following commands are available: Command
.CP=x .CW=x .DC="." .DP="," .IF .ELSE .ENDIF .LFREE .LS .NOPF
Function New page at less than x characters Set characters/inch to 10, 12 or 17 (parameter) Use dot as character for separating thousands Use comma as character for the decimal separator IF condition ELSE condition End of an IF condition Variable with number of free data lines on the page Printing in landscape format Ensures that the last form page is output without line feeds ("NoPageFill"). Specify left-hand margin with x characters Begin new page Set number of lines per page to x (default 66) Print in portrait format Output of x blank lines
expres- Set string variable number n to any string. The string can
.OL=x .PA .PL=x .PT .SP=x .Sn=(string sion)
either be any text in quotation marks ("") or a composite expression containing the operator "&", such as in:
.S1="A"&"B" .S2=F1&F2 .S3=S1&S2 .S4=S1+"C"+F3
Ensure that no blank is used before and after the "&"!

.Zn=x
Set numerical variable n to x (n lies between 1 and 10)
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If you use the "GDI" Windows output function, the commands .LS and .PT as well as all the control characters, such as bold remain without any effect. The font appearance is controlled by means of the control panel. Any command from .CW6 to .CW20 can be used for the character width. The printer is set and controlled for form output on the one hand by the output parameters specified in the parameter program and on the other hand by certain control characters which are entered directly in the form and which from there call up the control sequences for the printer specified in the parameters. The control characters switch over the font for the printer. The lines may have a maximum length of 255 characters. ASCII 1 ASCII 2 ASCII 14 ASCII 19 ASCII 20 ASCII 22 Expanded print on/off. Bold on/off. Normal type 10 CPI Underline on/off. Superscript on/off Subscript on/off.
The decimal value ("ASCII" column) is entered by pressing and at the same time entering the ASCII decimal value of the corresponding control character on the keys of the numerical keyboard. The "Bold on" or "Bold off" mode is activated or de-activated by pressing and simultaneously. These control characters must be entered at those points in the form at which the respective change-over is to take place. The following point commands furthermore use the printer parameters: Command 10 characters per inch (normal type) 12 characters per inch 17 characters per inch (condensed print) Landscape mode on Portrait mode on Point command
.CW10 .CW12 .CW17 .LS .PT
For detailed information on the output parameters, refer to the section "Specifying Properties for HPGL and ASCII Output Devices" in the User Guide.
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Data field definitions: Field

##### ####.##
Explanation Output field for strings or numbers without decimal values Output fields for numbers with 4 values before and 2 values after the decimal points. Filler characters * before the number Filler characters 0 before the number Numerical value left-aligned, string field right-aligned Field is not filled Output two fields directly after each other
#*##.## #0##.## #-##### #^##### ###$###
The codes must be assigned after the data fields. Several codes are separated by commas (for example \F11,F12,F13). The following codes are available: ID
\DT \Fn \FA \FB \FKA \FKB \FKO \FNn \FO \FS \NOCR \PN \Sn
Output Of the current date Of the data field of the application Of the higher-level assignment Of the device designation Of the higher-level assignment, without leading separator Of the device designation, without leading separator Of the location designation, without leading separator Of the company name (1 <= n <= 4) Of the location designation Of the page number No carriage return (line feed) after the line Of the current page number Of the string variables n
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2.2.1
Message Overview
If errors occur during printing due to a faulty form, a general message is output on the screen with the specification of the message number. This number together with a description is written automatically into the SYSTEM.ERR file. Use the Message management module to view this file. The entries in the SYSTEM.ERR file have the following structure:
Program Module Error message Date/Time Explanations / Further information.
The individual entries: PROGRAM The name of the module by which the message was created or from which printing was carried out is entered under Program. The form entered in the corresponding parameters is used. MODULE Messages generated by the report processor have the entry "REPORT". ERROR NUMBER An internal error number is entered here. If the program provides for an explanation, the explanation text is output in the subsequent lines with the designation "Explanation/Information". The following error numbers can occur: Number Explanation 3520 Numerical variable outside valid range 3530 3840 3850 3621 3622 3623 3624 3625 5000 5010 5020 5030 Numerical variable outside valid range String variable outside valid range String variable outside valid range ":" Missing at "?" Division by 0 Parenthesis close ")" missing Comparison terminator missing Number expected Too many lines in the area ... Too many fields for # groups Incorrect command (.XYZ=) Incorrect code (\XYZ)
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Number Explanation 5031 Command instead of field (\CW12) 5040 9102 No ENDIF Last page has been reached
2.3 The Field Codes of the Individual Programs (F Codes)

The print forms can only be used to output certain data which are linked with certain program sections. These forms have field descriptions, the so-called F codes. These are field codes for particular data. Which data these are depends on the program module from which printing is to be carried out. They are therefore explained together with the individual forms. You can print the results of the evaluation runs (generation runs) of the EPLAN projects in formatted form. The following forms are provided to this purpose: For cross-references, wiring lists and connection bills of materials:
WUPQVW1.QVW Contact cross-references WUPQVW1.PVW Potential cross-references WUPQVW1.VDR Wiring lists WUPQVW1.VST Connection bill of materials
For lists for contactor selection:

WUPSCH1.DEF Contactor specification file WUPSCH1.AGW List of the selected contactors WUPSCH1.NAW List of the contactors that were not selected
For terminal and interconnect diagrams:

WUPKLE1.KLE Terminal diagram WUPKLE1.KAB Interconnect diagram WUPKLE1.KTY Cable type file WUPKLE1.KSY Connector-type file
For terminal bills of materials:

WUPKST1.KST Terminal bill of materials
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For files for foreign-language translation:

WUPTRA1.TRA Language file WUPTRA1.TRF File of missing translations
For message management:

P_FEHLER.PME Message management file
For the EDOC documentation management:

EDOC1.EKS EDOC1.EGS EDOC1.ESL EDOC1.ELG
Condensed overview Complete overview Selection criteria Log
For list output: Outputting lists in graphics:

*.FRM *.FRM *.FRM
Form file for the bill of materials Form file for the order list Form file for the parts list
Printing lists:
*.STK *.BML *.BST *.ART
Form file for the bill of materials Form file for the device list Form file for the order list Form file for the parts list
For the standard labeling:

5154*.FRM
Form files for the standard labeling
For the Phoenix Mark labeling:

PHOE*.FRM
Form files for the Phoenix Mark labeling
In contrast to the parameter lists, several similar records are printed underneath each other in these forms. This means that special functions apply here.
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The forms for the cross-references, wiring lists, lists for contactor selection, terminal and interconnect diagrams, terminal bill of materials and foreign-language translation all have the following structure: Form commands
..ST ..HE 0
Meaning Starting area Headers
..DA
Data lines
..FO 0
Footers
..DA 21
Fill lines between the data area and the footer The footers and the blank line can be used optionally. These lines can be used, for example, to create a framed form and to fill the page length correspondingly. The structure of the forms for the terminal diagrams and the cable type lists have some additional characteristics which are described for the corresponding forms. Structure of the form files on the basis of the form for potential crossreferences:
Starting area: You can, for example, set a specific font between the ..ST
Starting area and the next .. area.
Headers: The section from
..HE 0 on contains some general information on the project. In addition page numbering (\PN) and the date (DT)
also belong to this form. The empty field in the first line can be used by you, for example, as the field for the company name. The last line of the header (before the next .. area specification) contains the headline for the following data lines.
Data lines: This area starts with the characters" ..DA
0 and consists of
one line in this form. This line contains the data fields which are filled with data during the printout. The corresponding F codes are positioned behind the \ character (backslash) at the end of the line.
Footers: The footers begin at ..FO 0. These complete the form frame at
the bottom and create a margin at the end of the page.
Special data lines: ..DA
21 begins an area in which special data lines are entered. The blank lines are used to fill the last page of the form until the end of the page so that the frame has the same size on all the pages of the printout.
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2.3.1
Cross-references, Wiring Lists, and Connection Bills of Materials
The following table lists the variable designations for the form WUPQVW1.QVW used to print the contact cross-references: Designation of the data field HEADERS (fields with page and project data) Plant designation Drawing number Commission DATA LINES (fields for the individual contacts) Device designations Connection Page/Path Mounting location Symbol number Symbol type Part number Type number
F30 F31 F32 F33 F34 F35 F36 F37 F10 F11 F12
F code
The data for the header are taken from the project data. The values in the data lines are evaluated while the cross-references are being created. Potential cross-references (WUPQVW1.PVW): Designation of the data field HEADERS (fields with page and project data) Plant designation Drawing number Commission DATA LINES (fields for the individual potentials) Potential designation Target designation Page/Path Symbol number of the target
F40 F41 F42 F44 F10 F11 F12
F code
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The data for the header are taken from the project data. The values in the data lines are evaluated while the cross-references are being created. Wiring list (WUPQVW1.VDR) and connection bill of materials (WUPQVW1.VST): Designation of the data field HEADERS (fields with page and project data) Plant designation Drawing number Commission DATA LINES (fields for the individual connections) Conductor number Target 1 Target 2 Cross-section Conductor color Conductor length Page/Path 1 Page/Path 2 Page of the wiring definition Text of the wiring definition Mounting location 1 Mounting location 2 Function text 1 Function text 2 Number Conductor number list Cross-section dimension Dimension length Subsequent connection in next line Internal potential number DATA LINES (instead of F21/F22 for DIN) Higher-level assignment 1 Higher-level assignment 2
F53 F54 F20 F21 F22 F23 F24 F25 F26 F27 F28 F29 F51 F52 F59 F60 F91 F92 F93 F95 F98 F99 F10 F11 F12
F code
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Designation of the data field Location designation 1 Location designation 2 DD 1 DD 2
F code
F55 F56 F57 F58
2.3.2
Contactor Selection and Contactor Specification
Contactor specification file (WUPSCH1.DEF): Designation of the data field DATA LINES (fields for the individual contactors) Part number Type designation ID Coil 1 Coil 2 Contacts 1 -12 List of the selected contactors (WUPSCH1.AGW): Designation of the data field HEADER Project name DATA LINES (fields for the individual contactors) Device designations Contacts required/available Part number contactor Part number auxiliary block Coil Type designation contactor Type designation auxiliary block Contactor variations Name of the contactor specification file
F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F44 F45 F46 F47 F1 F4 F44 F12 F20 F21 F22-F33
F code
F code
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List of the contactors that were not selected (WUPSCH1.NAW): Designation of the data field HEADER Project DATA LINES (fields for the individual contacts) Device designations Contact (symbol name) Connection designation Page Path Position
F2 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F1
F code
2.3.3
Terminal and Interconnect Diagram
The following table lists the variable designations for the form WUPKLE1.KLE used to print the terminal diagrams: Designation of the data field HEADERS (fields with page and project data) Plant designation Drawing number Commission Generated on: DATA LINES (fields for the terminal strips) DD of the terminal strip Strip designation Number of terminals/pins From terminal/pin To terminal/pin DATA LINES (fields for the terminals) Terminal number Function text Page/Path PLC designation
F40 F41 F42 F46 F30 F31 F35 F36 F37 F10 F11 F12 F13
F code
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Designation of the data field Type number Jumper symbol 1 (first line) Jumper symbol 2 (subsequent line) Target A-D Cable A-D Wire number A-D Cross-section target 1-4 Length of cable Explanation of the individual terms:
F code
F47 F51 F52 F61-F64 F71-F74 F81-F84 F101-F104 F111-F114
Strip designation: You can insert this text into the schematic in order to obtain an
overview of the used terminal strips. This is a special text which is evaluated in the terminal diagram.
Function text: The function text which you entered while inserting the terminal in the
terminal dialog is assigned to the terminal. If there is no such text, the function text from the schematic is used. The text lying below the terminal in the same path is assigned to the terminal.
Page: In the case of DIN projects the higher level assignments and location designations also belong to the page number.
Jumper symbols: The jumper symbol 1 is used in the first data line for a terminal, the
second jumper symbol 2 correspondingly in the second line. Either the character " " or a blank is used as the jumper symbol 2. The jumper symbol for the saddle jumpers is inserted for the first # character in the data field. If there are several characters, the wire jumpers are represented there by writing the number of the level behind the jumper symbol.
Target A-D: The characters A to D are assigned to the targets found during the target
search. This means that the target 1 is assigned to target A for the terminal diagram, target 2 is assigned to target B, etc. You can thus decide where the various terminal targets are to be output in the terminal diagram. This means that the terminal diagram can be divided into an "external" and an "internal" half.
Cable A-D: If a cable is defined at a terminal, the cables are assigned to the targets A
to D and printed out.
Wire number A-D: If a special text "Wire numbering" has been set at a connection, it
is evaluated and printed out via this F-code.
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The structure of the WUPKLE1.KLE form for the terminal diagrams differs in some aspects from the other forms:
A numerical variable .Z1=0 as well as four string variables with the symbols for the
jumpers are defined in the start area.
This is followed by a header area, two data areas as well as two footer areas for the
terminal strip overview.
..HE 1 is followed by two header areas, six data areas, and the footer area for the
pages with the terminal data. This sequence including the designations for the header, data and footer areas cannot be changed. You can only leave away either the entire section for the terminal strip overview or the section for the individual terminals. Since the printout form for the terminal diagram is very complex, we recommend that you copy the original file supplied by us and then carry out the changes in the copy. Form commands
..ST .Z1=0 .S1=" " .S2=" " .S3=" " .S4=" " .. ..HE 0 .. ..DA 0
Meaning Starting area
Headers overview Data lines overview

.. ..DA 1
Closing data lines

.SP 72 .. ..FO 0
Footers overview
.. ..FO 1 .SP 4 .. ..HE 1
Headers terminal diagram

.. ..HE 2
Headers strip
.. ..DA 3 .CP 10 .IF Z1 != 0
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Form commands
.ENDIF . .
Meaning Closing data lines Headers list
The following table lists the variable designations for the WUPKLE1.KAB form used to print the interconnect diagrams: Designation of the data field HEADERS (project-specific data) Higher-level assignment Drawing number Commission Generated on: DATA LINES (cable data) Cable designation Target specification from Target specification to Type of cable Set number of conductors Actual number of conductors Cable length Cross-section 1 Cross-section 2 Remarks Texts: N, PE, shielding Page number of the first cable definition of each cable
F40 F41 F42 F43 F44 F45 F46 F47 F48 F49 F50 F51 F10 F11 F12 F13
F code
The following additional codes for the output of detailed interconnect diagrams are available within the data area ..DA1: Designation of the data field DATA LINES (cable data) Conductor designation Target designation 1
F60 F61
F code
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Designation of the data field Page/Path 1 Function text 1 Target designation 2 Page/Path 2 Function text 2 Conductor type Conductor index Conductor cross-section Unit of measure
F code
F62 F63 F71 F72 F73 F80 F81 F82 F83
In addition, the data areas ..DA2 and ..FO1 are also required. The following table lists the variable designations for the WUPKLE1.KTY form used to print the cable type file: Designation of the data field Cable designation Remarks Type of cable Shielding Text for no. of conductors No. of conductors Colors Colors, line continuation F code
F30 F31 F32 F33 F34 F35 F36 F37
The form WUPKLE1.KTY has the following structure: Form commands

.ST .S1="Number-coded cable" .S2="Color-coded cable 2" .S3="Color-coded cable 3" .S4="Cable with shielding" .S5="Cable without shielding" .. ..HE 0 ..
Meaning Starting area
Beginning of first header End of command area
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Form commands
..HE 1 .. ..DA 0 .S4="No. of conductors" .S5=" No. of conductors and color" ..DA 1
Meaning Beginning of header subsequent page End of command area Cable header
End of command area Beginning data lines number of conductors Notes:
Cables with two different numbers of conductors are also managed in the cable type
file.
You may specify a maximum of 10 identical colors in a cable. Several shieldings can be entered at a color-coded cable of Type 3.
The following table lists the variable designations for the WUPKLE1.KSY form used to print the connector type file: Designation of the data field Connector name Remarks Sorting flag No. of pins Connector designation F code
F30 F31 F33 F35 F36
2.3.4
Terminal Bill of Materials
The following table lists the variable designations for the WUPKST1.KST form used to print the terminal bills of materials: Designation of the data field HEADERS (fields with page and project data) Plant designation Drawing number Commission DD of the terminal strip
F10 F11 F12 F15
F code
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Designation of the data field DATA LINES (fields for the terminal strips) Strip designation Length of the mounting rail DATA LINES for the terminals (data from parts file) Part number Supplier Order number Type number Remark Color Material Width Height Depth Degree of protection IP Nominal cross-section Cross-section from Cross-section to AWG from AWG to Current DIN Current UL Current CSA Voltage DIN Voltage UL Voltage CSA Connection sequence and type Connection point Connection level Designation possibility/component Designation possibility/terminal connection
F code
F16 F17
F21 F22 F23 F24 F25 F26 F27 F28 F29 F30 F31 F32 F33 F34 F35 F36 F37 F38 F39 F40 F41 F42 F43 F44 F45 F46 F47
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Designation of the data field Mounting method Separating plate control Identifier DATA LINES for terminals (from terminal bill of materials): Terminal number Labeling right Labeling right Purchase Order Number Labeling left Labeling left Purchase Order Number Jumper Purchase Order Number Cover Purchase Order Number Mounting plate bracket Purchase Order Number Remarks for terminal Jumper display Jumper, subsequent line Structure of the form WUPKST1.KST: Form commands
..ST .S1=" " .S2=" " .S3=" " .S4=" " .S5=" " ..HE 0 .. ..DA 0 .SP 72 .. ..DA 1 .. ..FO 0 .. ..FO 1 ..
F code
F48 F49 F50
F60 F61 F62 F63 F64 F65 F66 F67 F68 F70 F71
Meaning Starting area Character for jumper beginning Character for jumper center Character for jumper end Character for jumper centerpiece Character for no jumper End of the command area Beginning of the header area (header) End of the command area Beginning of the data area (data line) Command for printing 72 blank lines End of the command area Closing frame End of the command area Beginning of the footer area (footer) End of the command area Footer of last page End of the command area
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Foreign-language Translation
Structure of the language file WUPTRA1.TRA: Designation of the data field HEADER Translation file name Source language name Source language identifier Target language name Target language identifier DATA LINES (fields for the individual connections) Search text Translation text
F40 F41 F19 F20 F21 F30 F31
F code
Structure of the file of the missing translations WUPTRA1.TRF: Designation of the data field DATA LINES (fields for the individual connections) Translation file name Source text Target and missing translation languages
F19 F40 F42
F code
The page and path information of missing words can only be printed directly after a translation.
2.3.6
Message management
In EPLAN messages generated during the various evaluations are all managed in a common database in your project directory. The messages can be output sorted by the message number, page designation or device designation. Structure of the message management file P_FEHLER.PME: Designation of the data field HEADER Plant designation Drawing number Commission
F10 F11 F12
F code
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Designation of the data field Project name Output E(rrors), W(arnings), N(otes) DATA LINES (fields for 0=run information) Number Date Time Runtime Text "aborted" Code (name) Module version DATA LINES (fields for 1 = message record) Message number Text "Error", "Warning", "Note" Page / Path, internal format Page / Path, external format Devices Text (error description) Supplementary data Text, 2nd line F34 and F35 together DATA LINES (fields for 2 = Overview + run information) Number Date Time Runtime Text "aborted" Code (name) Module version Number of errors Number of warnings Number of notes
F code
F13 F14
F20 F21 F22 F23 F24 F25 F29
F20 F24 F30 F31 F32 F33 F34 F35 F44
F20 F21 F22 F23 F24 F25 F29 F91 F92 F93
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2.3.7
Documentation Management EDOC
You can print out the data of one or more projects from the documentation database or from the log. The following four form files are provided:
EDOC1.EKS EDOC1.EGS EDOC1.ESL EDOC1.ELG
Condensed overview Complete overview Selection criteria Log.
The EDOC1.EGS form for the overall overview is subdivided into several data areas because a data area cannot encompass more than 72 lines. Whereas all the fields of the project data are output in the overall overview form EDOC1.EGS, the condensed overview form EDOC1.EKS only contains the most important data. Further variable designations can be added to the condensed overview form. The following table lists the variable designations for the form EDOC1.EGS used to print the overall overview of the project documentation. The EDOC1.EKS form for printing the condensed overview of the project documentation contains only a subset of these variable designations. Designation of the data field Project Project type Page numbering type Devices Terminals Cables Potential Arrows Plant designation Drawing number Commission Company name Company address 1 Company address 2 Supplementary field 1 Supplementary field 2 Supplementary field 3 F code
F1 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18
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Designation of the data field Supplementary field 4 Supplementary field 5 Supplementary field 6 Supplementary field 7 Make Type Mounting location Part features Environmental consideration Location Regulation Degree of protection Control panels Power input Lead-in Control voltage Date of manufacture Short name of customer Customer title Customer name 1 Customer name 2 Customer name 3 Street P.O. Box Zip code Location designation State Telephone Fax Telex Short name of end user
F code
F19 F20 F21 F22 F23 F24 F25 F26 F27 F28 F29 F30 F31 F32 F33 F34 F35 F36 F37 F38 F39 F40 F41 F42 F43 F44 F45 F46 F47 F48 F49
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Designation of the data field End user title End user name 1 End user name 2 End user name 3 Street P.O. Box Zip code Location designation State Telephone Fax Telex Responsible for project Project beginning Project end Last editor Modification date Higher-level assignment Location designation Number of pages of schematic Generation date of schematic Number of pages of free graphics Generation date of free graphics Number of pages of control-panel layout (obsolete) Generation date of control-panel layout (obsolete) Number of pages of plot frame creation Generation date of plot form creation Number of pages of EDOC cover sheet Generation date of EDOC cover sheet Number of pages of RS diagram Generation date of RS diagram
F code
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Designation of the data field
F code
F82 F83 F84 F85 F86 F87 F88 F89 F90 F91 F92 F93 F94 F95 F96 F97 F98 F99 F100 F101 F102 F103 F104 F105 F106 F127 F128 F129 F130 F131
Number of pages of terminal module bearer overview F81 Generation date of terminal module bearer overview Number of pages of SAPIM Generation date of SAPIM Number of pages of NCRS Generation date of NCRS Number of pages of table of contents Generation date of table of contents Number of pages of terminal diagram Generation date of terminal diagram Number of pages of terminal bill of materials Generation date of terminal bill of materials Number of pages of terminal connection diagram Generation date of terminal connection diagram Number of pages of interconnect diagram Generation date of interconnect diagram Number of pages of bill of materials Generation date of bill of materials Number of pages of device list Generation date of device list Number of pages of PLC page Generation date of PLC pages Number of pages of terminal-strip overview Generation date of terminal-strip overview Number of pages of cable overview Generation date of cable overview Total no. of pages No. of pages input No. of pages generated Date of language translation Current macros directory
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Designation of the data field Current normal master files directory Current stock and parts files directory Current form directory Customer code ID Workstation Date Hard disk designation Label Storage medium 1 Storage medium: Quantity 1 Storage site 1 Archiving date 1 Customer code of data backup 1 User code of data backup Workstation of data backup Storage medium 2 Storage medium: Quantity 2 Storage site 2 Archiving date 2 Customer code of data backup 2 User code of data backup Workstation of data back-up Storage medium 3 Storage medium: Quantity 3 Storage site 3 Archiving date 3 Customer code of data backup 3 User code of data backup Workstation of data backup Customer
F code
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Designation of the data field Supplementary text 1 Supplementary text 2 Supplementary text 3
F code
F167 F168 F169
The EDOC1.ESL form is used to output the selection criteria as well as the projects which fulfil the selection criteria. Only those selection criteria are printed which were specified in the selection dialog box. The EDOC1.ELG form is used to output the actions which were logged during documentation management in the log. The following table lists the variable designations for the form EDOC1.ELG. Designation of the data field Project Date of the log entry Customer code ID Workstation Number Entered action Information field Hard disk designation Label F code
F1 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10
2.3.8
Outputting Lists (Parts Management)
In order to output bills of materials, purchase-order lists and parts lists you require form files in which the elements to be output are positioned. The form file EPPSC.STK is used to output the bill of materials. The possible F codes for this form file are divided into the following part classifications:
Project information Schematic data Master data Special codes F codes for output settings
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2.3.8.1 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): Project information Designation of the data field Plant designation Drawing number Commission number Supplementary field 1 Supplementary field 2 Supplementary field 3 Supplementary field 4 Supplementary field 5 Supplementary field 6 Supplementary field 7 Company name Company address 1 Company address 2 Higher-level assignment Location designation Project beginning (date) Project end (date) Make Project type Mounting location Location Part features Environmental consideration Regulation Degree of protection Control panel Power input Lead-in Control voltage F code
F3050 F3051 F3052 F3053 F3054 F3055 F3056 F3057 F3058 F3059 F3060 F3061 F3062 F3063 F3064 F3065 F3066 F3067 F3068 F3069 F3070 F3071 F3072 F3073 F3074 F3075 F3076 F3077 F3078
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Designation of the data field Date of manufacture Responsible for project Last editor Modification date Project name
F code
F3079 F3080 F3081 F3082 F3083
2.3.8.2 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): Schematic data Designation of the data field Sequential number Engraving data DD Quantity assigned in the schematic Stored at Type of part assigned in the schematic Part classification Function text Symbol number (from the bill-of-materials file) Symbol file (from the bill-of-materials file) Page number Path in the schematic Position the schematic Internal value for path in the schematic Internal value for position in the schematic Electrical characteristics Supplementary text in DD Mounting location (from the bill-of-materials file) Value of the EPLAN flag Value of the EPPS/X flag Item type System ID Assembly name (if part belongs to an assembly) F code
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18 F19 F20 F21 F22 F23
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2.3.8.3 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): Master data Master parts data Designation of the data field Part number Model type Manufacturer short name: Manufacturer long name Supplier short name: Supplier long name Designation 1 Designation 2 Designation 3 Purchase price/pack unit Currency 1 Purchase price/pack unit EURO Purchase price/pack unit Currency 2 Purchase price/unit Currency 1 Purchase price/unit EURO Purchase price/unit Currency 2 Sales price in Currency 1 Sales price in EURO Sales price in Currency 2 Price unit Unit of quantity Order number Remark 1 Remark 2 Date last modified Group number Graphics macro Transfer identifier Identifying letters F code
F101 F102 F103 F115 F104 F116 F105 F106 F107 F108 F145 F136 F135 F146 F137 F109 F147 F138 F110 F111 F112 F113 F133 F114 F117 F118 F316 F119
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Designation of the data field Symbol file Symbol number Price updating Electrical characteristics Connection designation Part classification Type of part Part type (component, housing, cable or assembly) Packaging unit (quantity/packaging) Quantity per part (packaging size is considered) Product group Voltage Current Power Holding power Power dissipation Weight Connection cross-section Tripping current Width Height Depth Mounting location Space requirement Mounting clearance - width Mounting clearance - height: Usable width (panel) Usable height (panel) Max. mounting depth (panel) Mounting space (panel) Usable width (door)
F code
F120 F121 F122 F126 F127 F128 F129 F130 F131 F132 F134 F301 or F501 F302 F303 F304 F305 F306 or F506 F307 F308 F309 or F409 F310 or F410 F311 or F411 F312 F313 F314 F315 F401 F402 F403 F404 F405
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Designation of the data field Usable height (door) Max. mounting depth (door) Mounting space (door) Cable external diameter Cable conductor cross-section Cable type Number of cable conductors Cable with shielding (Yes / No) Cable with PE conductor (Yes / No) Cable with N conductor (Yes / No) Medium bending radius (cable)
F code
F406 F407 F408 F502 F503 F504 F505 F507 F508 F509 F510
Assembly element type (component, housing, cable) F601-F609 Part number of assembly elements Quantity of assembly elements Type designation of assembly elements Manufacturer short name of assembly elements Manufacturer: Title Manufacturer: Name Manufacturer: Name 2 Manufacturer: Name 3 Manufacturer: Street Manufacturer: Zip code of the P.O. Box Manufacturer: P.O. Box Manufacturer: Zip code of city Manufacturer: Location designation Manufacturer: State Manufacturer: Customer No. Manufacturer: Info Manufacturer: Modification date Manufacturer: Phone Manufacturer: Fax
F611-F619 F621-F629 F631-F639 F641-F649 F201 F202 F203 F204 F205 F215 F206 F207 F208 F209 F210 F211 F212 F213 F214
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Designation of the data field Manufacturer: Email address Supplier: Title Supplier: Name 1 Supplier: Name 2 Supplier: Name 3 Supplier: Street Supplier: Zip code of the P.O. Box Supplier: P.O. Box Supplier: Zip code of city Supplier: Location designation Supplier: State Supplier: Customer No. Supplier: Info Supplier: Modification date Supplier: Phone Supplier: Fax Supplier: E-mail address Manufacturer / supplier / customer master data Designation of the data field Short name Title Name 1 Name 2 Name 3 Street Zip code of the P.O. Box P.O. Box Zip code of city Location designation State
F code
F216 F251 F252 F253 F254 F255 F265 F256 F257 F258 F259 F260 F261 F262 F263 F264 F266
F code
F200 F201 F202 F203 F204 F205 F215 F206 F207 F208 F209
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Designation of the data field Customer No. Info Modification date Phone Fax E-mail address
F code
F210 F211 F212 F213 F214 F215
2.3.8.4 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): Special codes Designation of the data field Total quantity of same part Total price of same parts, Currency 1 Total price of same parts, Currency 2 Total price of same parts, EURO Total sum in Currency 1 Total sum in Currency 2 Total sum in EURO Sub-total Currency 1 of one supplier Sub-total Currency 2 of one supplier Sub-total EURO of one supplier Sub-total Currency 1 of one supplier, result of a conversion Sub-total Currency 2 of one supplier, result of a conversion Sub-total EURO of one supplier, result of a conversion Total sum in Currency 1, result of a conversion Total sum in Currency 2, result of a conversion Total sum in EURO, result of a conversion Flag output type for Only assembly / Only components Parts as component of an assembly F code
F123 F124 F139 F148 F125 F140 F149 F141 F142 F150 F163
F143
F153
F164 F144 F154 F702
F700
Quantity of the parts (as component of an assembly) F701
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Designation of the data field Generation data and time, display after setting of parameters Generation date, display after parameter setting Flag DD sorting (for DIN projects) Higher-level assignment at DIN: DD with "=" Location designation at DIN: DD with "+" DD at DIN: DD with "-" Higher-level assignment at DIN: DD without "=" Location designation at DIN: DD without "+" DD at DIN: DD without "-" DD sorting type Graphics macro (in upper-case characters!)
F code
F2000
F2001 F3000 F3001 F3002 F3003 F3004 F3005 F3006 F3007 F3010
2.3.8.5 Outputting Lists (Parts Management): F codes for output settings Designation of the data field EURO as source currency for the conversion Currency 2 as source currency for the conversion F code
F3011 F3012
2.3.9
Standard Labeling
In order to output labeling data you require form files in which the elements to be output are positioned. The form files 5154*.FRM are used for standard labeling. The possible F codes for these form files are divided into the following subgroups:
Devices Terminals Terminal strips PLC Cables Conductors Wirings.
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2.3.9.1 Standard labeling: Devices Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path Function text at the component Function text in the path Engraving data Mounting location Symbol name 2.3.9.2 Standard labeling: Terminals Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Strip designation Terminal number Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path 2.3.9.3 Standard labeling: Terminal strips Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Strip designation Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path F code
F101 F102 F103 F3
F code
F101 F102 F103 F3
F5 F106 F107 F108 F109 F104
F code
F101 F102 F103 F110 F3
F5
F5
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2.3.9.4 Standard labeling: PLC Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation I/O designation, Function text Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path 2.3.9.5 Standard labeling: Cables Designation of the data field Cable designation Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation Target higher-level assignment Target location designation Target designation Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path 2.3.9.6 Standard labeling: Conductors Designation of the data field Cable designation Conductor designation Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation F code
F204 F210 F101 F102 F103
F code
F101 F102 F103 F112 F106 F3
F5
F code
F204 F101 F102 F103 F201 F202 F203 F3
F5
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Target higher-level assignment Target location designation Target designation Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path 2.3.9.7 Standard labeling: Wirings Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation Target higher-level assignment Target location designation Target designation Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path Target page (completely with HLA and LOD) Target path Wire gauge in mm Conductor color Conductor length
F201 F202 F203 F3
F5
F code
F101 F102 F103 F201 F202 F203 F3
F5 F13
F15 F215 F216 F217
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2.3.10 Phoenix Mark Labeling

In order to output labeling data you require form files in which the elements to be output are positioned. The form files PHOE*.FRM are used for the Phoenix Mark labeling. The possible F codes for these form files are divided into the following subgroups:
Devices Terminals PLC Cables Conductors

2.3.10.1 Phoenix Mark labeling: Devices Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path Function text Engraving data 2.3.10.2 Phoenix Mark labeling: Terminals Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Strip designation Terminal number Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path F code
F101 F102 F103 F110 F3
F code
F101 F102 F103 F3
F5 F106 F107
F5
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2.3.10.3 Phoenix Mark labeling: PLC Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation I/O designation, Function text Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path 2.3.10.4 Phoenix Mark labeling: Cables Designation of the data field Cable designation Conductor designation Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation Target higher-level assignment Target location designation Target designation Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Path F code
F204 F210 F101 F102 F103 F201 F202 F203 F3
F code
F101 F102 F103 F112 F106 F3
F5
F5
2.3.10.5 Phoenix Mark labeling: Conductors Designation of the data field Higher-level assignment Location designation Designation Target higher-level assignment F code
F101 F102 F103 F201
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Designation of the data field Target location designation Target designation Page (completely with HLA and LOD) Target-page designation (completely with HLA and LOD) Target path Wire gauge Conductor color Conductor length
F code
F202 F203 F3
F13
F15 F215 F216 F217
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Import / Export Identifiers (Parts Management)
3 Import / Export Identifiers (Parts Management)

The parts database is subdivided as follows: Type 1 3 5 7 16 18 Designation Components Housings Cables Assemblies Manufacturers/Suppliers Customers
The master data fields are subdivided into the following groups:
General data Prices Supplementary data (depending on the part type) Technical data (depending on the part type) Elements (assembly only).
General data Designation of the data field Product group Part number Type designation Order number Designation 1 Designation 2 Designation 3 Manufacturer short name: Manufacturer long name Supplier short name: Supplier long name Remark 1 Remark 2 ID
266 * 101 102 207 204 205 206 200 201 202 203 212 265
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* The product group can assume the following values: Designation General Relays, contactors Terminals Connector Converters Protective devices Valves, semiconductors Signaling devices Motors Measuring devices, test devices Resistors Switches, selectors Transformers Modulators Electr. operated mechanical devices Special components Miscellaneous Capacitors Digital elements Generators, power supply units Inductors Amplifiers, controllers Power switchgear Terminators, filters Transmission paths Prices Designation of the data field Price unit Quantity/packaging Unit of quantity Purchase price/unit, Currency 1 Purchase price/unit, EURO Purchase price/unit, Currency 2 Purchase price/packaging, Currency 1 Purchase price/packaging, EURO Purchase price/packaging, Currency 2 ID
210 264 211 267 324 321 208 323 320
Value 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
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Designation of the data field Selling price, Currency 1 Selling price, EURO Selling price, Currency 2 Price updating (values: 0=No, 1=Yes) Supplementary data of components/assemblies Designation of the data field Group number Identifier Part classification Type of part Graphics macro Transfer identifier Electrical characteristics (Character for line feed: | ) Connection designations (Character for line feed: | ) Symbol file Symbol number * The transfer identifier can assume the following values: Designation Only DD X = Width Y = Height X = Width and Y = Height X = Height and Y = Width x and y to be prompted X = Depth X = Width and Y = Depth X = Height and Y = Width X = Depth and Y = Width X = Depth and Y = Height Value 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58
ID
209 325 322 218
ID
213 215 221 222 214 261 * 219 220 216 217
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Supplementary data of housings Designation of the data field Group number Identifier Part classification Type of part Graphics macro Transfer identifier * The transfer identifier can assume the following values: Designation Only DD X = Width Y = Height X = Width and Y = Height X = Height and Y = Width x and y to be prompted X = Depth X = Width and Y = Depth X = Height and Y = Width X = Depth and Y = Width X = Depth and Y = Height Supplementary data of cables Designation of the data field Group number Identifier Part classification Type of part Technical data of components/assemblies Designation of the data field Voltage [V] Current [A] Power [kW] ID
223 248 224 225
ID
213 215 221 222 214 261 *
Value 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58
ID
213 215 221 222
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Designation of the data field Weight [kg] Holding power [mVA] Power dissipation [mVA] Trigger current [mA] Connection cross-section [mm] Width [mm] Height [mm] Depth [mm] Mounting clearance width [mm] Mounting clearance height [mm] Required space [dm] Mounting location
ID
228 247 226 227 230 229 231 236 232 237 233 238 262 263 235 234 *
* The mounting location can assume the following values: Designation Mounting panel Pivoting frame Door Side section Top cover Not defined Value 49 50 51 52 53 54
Technical data of housings Designation of the data field Weight [kg] Width [mm] Height [mm] Depth [mm] Usable width (panel) [mm] Usable height (panel) [mm] ID
228 247 231 236 232 237 233 238 239 240
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Designation of the data field Maximum mounting depth (panel) [mm] Mounting space (panel) [dm] Usable width (door) [mm] Usable height (door) [mm] Maximum mounting depth (door) [mm] Mounting space (door) [dm] Technical data of cables Designation of the data field Weight [kg] Cable type No. of conductors Conductor cross-section [mm] Maximum voltage [V] External diameter [mm] Minimum bending radius [mm] Shielding (values: 0=No, 1=Yes) PE conductor (values: 0=No, 1=Yes) N conductor (values: 0=No, 1=Yes) Assembly elements Designation of the data field Type * Part number Quantity Manufacturer (short name) Type designation
ID
241 242 243 244 245 246
ID
228 247 252 249 251 223 248 250 253 254 255 256
ID
270-278 280-288 290-298 300-308 310-318
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* The type can assume the following values: Designation Component Housings Cables Value 1 3 5
Manufacturer, supplier, and customer data Designation of the data field Short name Long name Title Name 1 Name 2 Name 3 Street Zip code (city) City Alternative zip code P.O. Box State Phone Fax E-mail address Customer No. Info ID
101 401 402 403 404 405 406 408 409 415 407 410 413 414 416 411 412
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4 Special Settings
In this chapter you learn how to:
Edit the EPLAN initialization file Use the call-up parameters in EPLAN.
4.1 Editing the EPLAN Initialization File

Under Windows, initialization files contain information that defines the environment of an application. All applications can access this information so that they can be tailored to the users specific requirements and desires. These files are in ASCII format and can be edited with any editor. Wherever possible, avoid special language characters such as umlauts, as these are often misinterpreted. From version 5.30 on, there is only one initialization file for EPLAN, namely EPLFONT.INI. It is to be found in the directory \EPLAN4\O\<customer_code>. Since EPLAN 5.40 has been developed exclusively for the Windows 2000 and Windows NT 4.0 operating systems, the registry has been used to save information. Therefore there is no EPLAN5.INI as from version 5.30. If you are using the MRP-system PPS for the parts management, only the following entries are used in the [Init] section: szDBExeFile=J:\PMS_D\FOXW2600.ESL szDBWindowTitle=Wiechers & Partner PMS02 If you are using a previous version of EPLAN or are working with PMS in parallel, you may not delete EPLAN5.INI since it is still required for the previous version. For further information on the individual sections please refer to the online documentation of the previous version in the topic section under "Overview of EPLAN.INI and KEYS.DAT". Do not edit the registry file! Incorrect modifications can endanger the stability of the operating system.
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4.1.1
Format of the EPLFONT.INI File
EPLFONT.INI (to be found in the EPLAN4\O\<customer_code> directory) contains as-
signments of characters of the ASCII character set to characters of the ANSI character set. The sections are designated with the numbers for the character set table, for example 437 for the German-speaking countries (with umlauts) and 850 for the Slavicspeaking countries.
EPLFONT.INI does not have to be edited!
4.2 EPLAN Call-up Parameters

You can also call the individual program modules explicitly from the MS DOS input command, from another console or via the Windows Run... command (Start / Run...). This allows you to activate certain program parts faster than would be possible from EPLAN. You can also automate the execution of functions by creating batch files with the call-up parameters. The EPL6000.EXE command is used to launch EPLAN. During the input you have to consider the path in which the EXE file was stored during the installation. The command and parameter are separated by a blank during input. You can also enter several parameters that are separated by a blank. Normally you can use the parameters in any order. The following entry in the Run command in Windows will start EPLAN and launch the online help on the subject "Call-up parameters":
<Drive character>:\EPLAN4\540\EPL6000.EXE_/H
Note: The underline in the example shows where a blank must be set during input. Further modules that exist in addition to the main module are only existent as independent EXE files for reasons of compatibility with the existing batch files. Additional modules are invoked via EPL6000.EXE /$EPL6xxx. Only this syntax should be used in new batch files. In the section "Main Module (EPL6000.EXE)" you will find additional information on the new main module parameter /$EPL6xxx and on further important parameters (e.g. /P<Project>). The following list gives all modules, for which the associated call-up parameters are specified in the subsequent sections. Please also note the "Information on Notation"at the end of this chapter.
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Main module (EPL6000.EXE) Graphics editing Contact/potential cross-references Contactor selection External programs Data backup Generating the table of contents Numbering connections Reorganizing a page database Data exchange EXF->EPLAN Data exchange EPLAN->EXF Compressing a project Data exchange DXF->EPLAN Automatic revision PLC cross-reference generation Message management Converting a bill of materials Automatic evaluation Parameter management Parts management Labeling module PHOENIX Mark Outputting lists.
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4.2.1
Main Module (EPL6000.EXE)

Description If EPLAN immediately invokes the module xxx after the start, /$EPL6001 will for example start the graphics editing module immediately after the page selection. Possible subsequent parameters are transferred to this module. In contrast to EPLAN 5.20, the main module designation must be put ahead when the modules are called up in EPLAN 5.40! You wish to call up the potential/contact cross-reference run module (EPL6004) via the MS-DOS input command:
EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6004
Parameters
/$EPL6xxx
Note: In this example the underline is used to make clear where a blank is to be set. If various modules (EPL6039, EPL6041, EPL6053, EPL6054, EPL6056, EPL6138) are launched with an external call, EPLAN will be terminated after the parameters have been processed as if these modules were started with /AUTO.
/#<command ID>
Enters the specified ID in the list of commands to be carried out. Terminates EPLAN after all commands have been carried out. Activates the EPLAN help function on the "Call-up parameters" topic. Starts with the specified language. Calls up the specified project. The project specification is relative to the set project path. If this parameter is not specified the project that was last edited is taken. Starts EPL6000 in a minimized window and suppresses messages. Sets the project-specific directories of the current project as personal directories. Compresses the project after it has been edited.
/AUTO
/H or /? /L<Language identifier> /P<Project> or /p<Project>
/QUIET
/T
/Z
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EPL6000 can also be started by a file association for an EPLAN project file (we advise EDOC_PRJ.CUM). For example, the following process for the file type CUM can be defined with the file manager: Call-up for this process:
L:\EPLAN4\540\Epl6000.EXE "%1" /T /$EPL6001
A double-click on a CUM file in an EPLAN project launches EPLAN, sets this project as the current one, sets the project-specific directories of this project as current directories, and opens graphics editing. A compressed project will be extracted.
4.2.2
Call-up Parameters for the Graphics Editing Module
This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6001. Parameters
/CHOOSEPAGE:<ID>: <operator>:<value>
Description Select specific pages <X>

ID Operator Value
Notes only useful with

/OUTPUT
Meaning Page property Comparison operator Comparison value (ID-dependent)
Possible values for <ID>, <operator> and <value> are listed below. ID
0
Meaning Page number (including HLA/LOD) Last modification automatically Last modification manually Higher-level assignment Location designation Last editor Supplementary field page
5 6 19 8,1
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ID
8,2
Meaning Supplementary field group Supplementary field 1
8,3 ... 8,9
Supplementary field 7 Meaning equal greater or equal greater less or equal less than Comparison value at ID 0 For page numbering type "DIN", page number also with HLA / LOD
Operator
EQ GE GT LE LT
Value "Page number"
"Date" "String"
2; 3 5; 6; 8,1; 8,2; 8,3...8,9 If the comparison value is a date, it must be entered in the YYYYMMDD format to correspond to the internal EPLAN format. Also refer to the examples below.
/D:<output directory> /F<DD>
Output directory for illustrations (see parameter /OUTPUT:TIF). Searches for the page with the specified component. Sends GDI output to the specified printer. The printer name should be included in quotation marks, if the printer name contains blanks or forward slashes ("/") sets /AUTO
/O:<"Printer name">
/OUTPUT:<output type>
Outputs project pages
All pages are output unless only specific pages are selected with the /CHOOSEPAGE parameter.
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Output method
DXF EXF
Meaning DXF output EXF output. Here, the EPL_ASC.EXF file is created in the project directory. EXF macro output Print HTML output INTER@VIEW output EPLAN pages are output as images in TIF format
/D:<output directory> is used
EXFMACRO GDI HTML INTER@VIEW
TIF
to specify the output directory. Otherwise the image files are created in the project directory.
If individual pages have been selected for the EXF, HTML or. INTER@VIEW output, the project header is always included in the output.
/S<Page name>
Starts graphics editing of the specified page. Searches for the specified path
Sets /AUTO Only valid if /S is indicated, sets

/AUTO
/X<path>
/Y<position>
Searches for the specified position
Only valid if /S is indicated, sets

/AUTO
The first six examples should help clarify the various possibilities for the /CHOOSEPAGE parameter:
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/CHOOSEPAGE:0:GT:20
Selects all pages, that have a page number exceeding 20 (page numbering type: Serial numbering).
/CHOOSEPAGE:0:GT:=Hla1+Lod1/1
Selects all pages that have a page number which is greater than =Hla1+Lod1/1 (page numbering type: DIN).
/CHOOSEPAGE:2:GE:20000401
Selects all pages that have been modified after and on April 1st, 2000.
/CHOOSEPAGE:3:GT:20000401
Selects all pages whose manual modification data shows a modification made after April 1st, 2000.
/CHOOSEPAGE:5:EQ:HLA1
Selects all pages with the higher-level assignment "HLA1".

/CHOOSEPAGE:8,9:EQ:ClipSelect
Selects all pages containing the string "ClipSelect"in the 9th (and last) supplementary field. The next two examples show what a complete entry for outputting EPLAN project pages would look like. The underline character again represents a blank in these examples:
C:\EPLAN4\540\EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6001_/OUTPUT:GDI_/CHOOSEPAGE: 0:EQ:6_/AUTO
Print output of page 6 of the current project to the Windows default printer.
C:\EPLAN4\540\EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6001_/OUTPUT:TIF_/CHOOSEPAGE: 0:EQ:6_/D:C:\Grafik_/AUTO Output of page 6 of the current project as TIF image file to the C:\Grafik
directory. Notes:
To suppress the call-up of the output dialog boxes during the output (e.g. a directory
selection during DXF output), you must add the /Auto parameter at the end of the command line.
For an automated output of EPLAN project pages with the above-mentioned output
parameters the Display page dialog box when starting the graphics check box, which is to be found in the personal working parameters must be deactivated.
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4.2.3
Call-up Parameters for the Contact/Potential Cross-references Module
/#<switch function>
Description Switch function

11
Notes Meaning Creates contact crossreferences and a DD list Creates potential crossreferences. Creates contact and potential cross-references. Creates a wiring list. Creates a list of special components. Deletes the database. Overview and edition of contact cross-references and normal components. Overview and edition of potential cross-references. Wiring overview. Printing of contact crossreferences. Printing of potential cross-references. Printing of the wiring list. If the /AUTO parameter is not used, a prompt for confirmation is displayed.
12
13
14 16
18 21
22
23 41
42
43 /AUTO<switch function>
Execution of prompt
Switch function
<without>
Meaning No prompt for confirmation
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Switch function
1
Meaning Prompt for confirmation Step 1 Prompt for confirmation Step 2
%P
Refers to the currently set project.
4.2.4
Call-up Parameters for the Contactor Selection Module
/#<switch function>

101
Meaning Compares the current contactor specification file with the transferred one (see parameter /D<file_name>) Shows the comparison result (see switch function /#101)
102
/AUTO /D<file_name>
No prompt for confirmation. Name of the contactor specification file to be compared (only with/AUTO)
4.2.5
Call-up Parameter for the External Programs Module
/M<file name>
Description Name of the ETP file to be opened
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4.2.6
Call-up Parameters for the Data Backup Module
/#<switch function>

11 12 13 14 15 16
Notes
Meaning Saves the project. Saves macros. Saves normal master files. Saves stock and part files. Saves forms. Saves personal and workstation files Compresses the project. Reloads a project. Reloads macros. Reloads standard master files. Reloads stock and part files. Reloads forms. Reloads personal and workstation files. Decompresses projects. If the /AUTO parameter is not used, a prompt for confirmation is displayed.
17 21 22 23
24
25 26
27 /AUTO<switch function>
Execution of prompt
Switch function
1
Meaning
<without> No prompt for confirm.
Prompt for confirmation Step 1 Prompt for confirmation Step 2
%P
Refers to the currently set project.
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4.2.7
Call-up Parameter for the Generate Table of Contents Module
/#<switch function>
Description Switch function 1 Meaning Generate
Notes
/AUTO must be
specified
4.2.8
Call-up Parameter for the Wire Numbering Module
/AUTO
Description Activates the numbering.
4.2.9
Call-up Parameter for the Reorganize Page Database Module
This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6039. If EPLAN is started with this parameter, it will be terminated after the parameters have been processed as if this module had been started with
/AUTO.
Parameters
/#<switch function>

107
Meaning Creates the database for higher-level assignments. Creates the database for location designations Edits page data. Creates a project page database. Deletes a project page database.
108 109 112 113
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4.2.10 Call-up Parameters for the EXF->EPLAN Data Exchange Module

This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6053. If EPLAN is started with this parameter, it will be terminated after the parameters have been processed as if this module had been started with
/AUTO.
Parameters
/#<switch function>

1 10
Notes Meaning Converts EXF to EPLAN. Converts plot frames to EPLAN. Specifies the control file for the conversion. Converts symbols to EPLAN. Same as for switch function 1
125
129
Any
/@<control file name> /ADD /D<file_name>
Determines the control file name. Adds entries to the existing page. Specifies the EXF file. If /D is totally missing, the current project with path and EPL_ASC.EXF is taken as EXF file by default.
Text Empty Without drive and path Without file type

125
Meaning Current project with path + EPL_ASC.EXF Current project with path + <text> Extended with *.EXF Specifies the control file for the conversion.
152
Special Settings
Parameters
/M<x> /RIT
Description Specifies the panel scale. Creates a macro from a transferred BNF file. Checks for duplicate insertion points.
Notes <X> is an integer
/TEST:1
Message is suppressed at the moment.
/X<source_file_name > /Y<target_file_name > AUTO<switch function>
Determines the source file name. Determines the target file name. Switch function
0 or empty 1
Meaning Deactivates all interactions. Only the prompt Overwrite Yes/No must be answered.
SUB<text>
This switch activates the replacement function. This means: If the 1 - 50 placeholders are used in a macro, the placeholder is replaced with the corresponding entry during the generation run (see control code 254).
Menu item Import/EXF file -> project:

/#1_/D"file name"_/AUTO
Note: In this example, the underline is used to make clear where a blank is to be set. Menu item Import/Control file:
/#125_/@"control file name"_/AUTO
Menu item Import/Plot frame:

/#103_/X"source file name"_/Y"target file name"_/AUTO
Menu item Import/Symbol files:

/#129_/Y"source file name"_/Y"target file name"
Create a macro from a transferred BNF file:

/Rit_/D"file name"_/AUTO
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4.2.11 Call-up Parameters for the EPLAN->EXF Data Exchange Module

This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6054. If EPLAN is started with this parameter, it will be terminated after the parameters have been processed as if this module had been started with /AUTO. Parameters
/#<switch function>

103 105 125 129 340 341 342 343 344 345 346 347 349 350 351 352
Meaning Exports plot frames. Converts EPLAN to EXF. Exports control file. Exports symbol file. Exports terminal diagram form. Exports interconnect diagram form. Exports terminal-strip overview form. Exports cable overview form. Exports terminal-connection diagram form. Exports bill of materials form. Exports device list form. Exports terminal bill of materials form. Exports control-panel layout form. Exports page overview form. Exports title page/cover sheet EDOC form. Exports PLC overview page form. Same as for 105
Other Parameters
/@<control file name> /A
Description Determines the control file name. Evaluates the SEITE.DAT file (this file contains the pages selected in graphics editing). Determines the EXF file. Path parameters from (n) to (m)
/D<file_name> /M:n-m
154
Special Settings
Parameters
/MACRO
Description Outputs page as EXF macros (file name from the Open page dialog box, Directory / name filed under Macro on the Page data 2 tab.) This switch suppresses the output of page entries to the ASCII file. Only the page header data will be written. This switch allows to output data to the ASCII file of a specific page type. The page type is written directly behind the /ST characters. Determines the source file name. Determines the target file name. Writes the symbol designation to an ASCII file. Switch function
0 or empty 1
/SDA
/ST<no>
/X<source_file _name> /Y<target_file _name> /Z AUTO<switch function>
Meaning Switch off all interactions. Only the prompt Overwrite Yes/No must be answered.
Menu item Export/Plot frame:

/#103_/X"source file name"_/Y"target file name"_/AUTO
Note: In this example, the underline is used to make clear where a blank is to be set. Menu item Export/Project:
/#105_/D"file name"_/AUTO1_/AUTO2
Menu item Export/Control file:

/#125_/@"control file name"_/AUTO
Menu item Export/Symbol files:

/#129_/X"source file name"_/Y"target file name"
Menu item Export/Forms:

/#340-352_/X"source file name"_/Y"target file name"_/AUTO
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4.2.12 Call-up Parameters for the Compress Project Module

This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6056. If EPLAN is started with this parameter, it will be terminated after the parameters have been processed as if this modules had been started with
/AUTO.
Parameters
/A or /Auto /NDV
Description Set AUTO flag, suppress document Suppress document without setting AUTO flag
4.2.13 Call-up Parameters for the DXF->EPLAN Data Exchange Module

This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6065. The use of the following parameters requires the specification of /AUTO: Parameters
/CTR<value> /D<file_name> /E<program name> /F<file_name> /NODEL /SC<value>
Description Integer
ASCII file name
Program name
DXF file name ASCII file is not to be deleted.
Scaling factor as floating-point value
4.2.14 Call-up Parameters for the Automatic Revision Module

This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6068. The use of the following parameters requires the specification of /AUTO: Parameters
/#100 /#:<switch function>
Description Corrects incorrect page header data. Switch function

20 24
Notes
Meaning Display / print report file Exchanges terminal symbol type (terminal identifier).
156
Special Settings
Switch function
25
Meaning Replaces terminal check and sort identifiers. Exchanges cable generation and external output position directions. Exchanges line width of the black boxes. Exchanges terminal connection direction for symbol variants 2 and 3. Change terminals to potential terminals, device end terminals to PLCs, or potentials. Changes symbol types. Recreates mounting location database on the basis of schematic data. Deletes overlapping texts on control panel pages. Graphics objects obtain improved format Cable definitions obtain improved format. Deletes all system IDs or only multiply assigned system Ids. Changes graphics symbol numbers at black boxes of Type -10 to type -13. Revises line type. Changes pen number of connection line.
26
27
28
29
31 34
36
38
40
50
60
90 271
/D
Deletes search database before the search run is started. Specify the log path under which the log file is to be stored. Only in combination with /#100
/PROPATH
157
Parameters
/Q
Description Program execution without display of dialog boxes. Search term Shows errors. Move function in XY direction
Notes
/S:<text> /SHOWERR
Only in combination with /#100 Expected as follows: /VX:number1Y: number2
/V<text>
4.2.15 Call-up Parameters for the PLC Cross-reference Generation

/#<switch function>

260 270 310 320 444
Meaning Uses connection numbers at terminals. Creates ASCII files. Generates PLC cross-reference. Deletes QVW files. Shows messages of the activated runs.
or /N#<switch function> or
-N#<switch function>
/D:<output file> /QUIET
Output file for PLC data. Suppresses the message output to the window.
4.2.16 Call-up Parameters for the Message Management Module

/#<switch function>

11 12 13
Meaning Printing of the messages according to numbers Printing of the messages according to pages Printing of the messages according to devices
158
Special Settings
Switch function
14 20 30 40 50
Meaning Printing of the overview Lists project messages. Compresses the message database. View systems error messages. Invokes parameter program for the message management.
4.2.17 Call-up Parameters for the Realize Bill of Materials Module

/#121
Description Transfers the bill of materials data from an ASCII file (STKLEPL.ASC) to the schematic. Transfers the bill of materials data from an ASCII file (STKLEPX.ASC) to the schematic. DDs without part information will be taken, too. Writes the bill-of-materials data into an ASCII file (STKLEPL.ASC).
/IN or /#102 /M1 /OUT or /#100
4.2.18 Call-up Parameters for the Automatic Evaluation Module

/AUTO<x>
Description Starts automatic run of the x type. x

1 2 3
Meaning Suppress messages Prompt: Delete SYSTEM.ERR file? Display SYSTEM.ERR file after the runs.
/H or /? /L<switch function>
Shows all command line parameters of this module. Specifies selection files.
159
Switch function
1 2 /M<x>
Meaning In current project In projects which have to be evaluated
Starts runs with the x value. x

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Meaning Call-up with menu Select evaluation runs Edit runs Current project Project directory Project selection Project with subdirectories Project drive
4.2.19 Call-up Parameters for the Parameter Management Module

/AUTO
Description Document start is suppressed. If the project was created with the Professional version and has not been edited with a COMPACT version yet, some parameters will be overwritten with COMPACT-specific parameters. Suppresses the prompt whether parameters are to be overwritten.
Notes
/NO_ASK
/AUTO is a precon-
dition
4.2.20 Call-up Parameters for the Parts Management Module

This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6138. If EPLAN is started with this parameter, it will be terminated after the parameters have been processed as if this modules had been started with
/AUTO.
160
Special Settings
The call-up parameters of version 5.20 are still supported. However, as from version 5.20, a separating colon was introduced for some parameters. For example, instead of S:<source file name> you can still enter S<source file name>. Parameters
/#<switch function>

321 323 324
Meaning Imports EPPS parts data. Imports Dbase parts data. Imports parts data in the general ASCII format. Imports Parts-Lib parts data. Imports parts data in EPLAN ASCII format. Exports parts data. Exports a part number. Exports a manufacturer / supplier record. Exports a customer record.
325 326 331 500 501 502 /APPEND
Attaches the export data at the end of the target file. If this parameter is not specified, a new target file is created each time. This parameter determines the format of the source/target file. If this parameter is not specified the OEM format is set. Part number whose data are to be exported. Manufacturer/supplier short name whose data are to be exported. Manufacturer/supplier short name whose data are to be exported. This parameter determines which comparison field is to be used. If this parameter is not specified the part number is used as comparison field. <Comparison field identifier>
101 102 207
/ANSI
/ART:<part number> /ART:<manufacturer/ supplier short name> /ART:<manufacturer/ supplier short name> /C:<comparison field identifier>
Comparison field Part number /short name Type designation Order number
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Parameters
/DECISYMBOL: <decimal separator>
Description Determines the decimal separator. During the import of parts data a period (".") or a comma (",") can be used as decimal separator. Determines the target file name. A file name with full path indication is required. In case of "DBase import and "General ASCII import" this indication is not necessary. If the target file is specified for the above-mentioned import functions, the part numbers are not written to the parts database but to this file. Determines the control file name. A file name with full path indication is required. Determines the control file name for the "Dbase import" A file name with full path indication is required. Determines the parts database language identifier. If this call-up parameter is specified for the import, only new parts data will be added. A program name with full path indication is required. If an external program is specified during exporting, this program is started immediately after the export function. If an external program is specified during importing, it is started before the import function. If this parameter is specified, field identifier and field contents are separated by a tabulator character instead of a blank. Specifies the source file name when parts data are imported. A file name with full path indication is required. For a "DBase import" a DBase file name is required, whereas for a "Parts Lib import" a Parts Lib file name is required. For the other import functions, an ASCII file name must be used. During the "Parts LiB import", this parameter is used to subdivide the ECAD designation assigned to the EPLAN designation 1 <ECAD designation subdivider>
1 2
/D:<target file name>
/F:<control file name> /F:<assignment file name> /LANGUAGE:<Part language identifier> /NEWONLY
/PROG:<program name>
/SEPTAB
/S:<source file name>
/SUBDIV:<ECAD designation subdivider>
Subdivision
into designation 1 / 2 / 3 into designation 1 / 2 / 3 and remark 1
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Special Settings
Parameters
/T:<master data type>
Description Specifies into which database type the data are to be written. If this parameter is not specified, the data will be written to the component database unless another specification was made in the control file. <master Database type data type>
1 3 5 7 16 18
Components Housings Cables Assemblies Manufacturers/Suppliers Customers
/UPDATE
If this parameter is specified during the import, only existing parts data will be updated.
Possible call-up parameters for the various import and export functions of the module are given below. The underline shows where a blank must be entered. The call-up parameters are optional, i.e. the setting last used is taken if you do not specify a call-up parameter during input. Import EPPS 4.11:
EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6138_/P<project name>_/#321_/S:<source file name> _/DECISYMBOL<decimal separator> _/UPDATE_/NEWONLY _/LANGUAGE:<part language identifier>
Import DBase:
EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6138_/P<project name>_/#323_/S:<source file name> _/ANSI_/F:<assignment file name> _/T:<master data type> _/C:<comparison field identifier> _/DECISYMBOL<decimal separator> _UPDATE_/NEWONLY_/D:<target file name> _/LANGUAGE:<part language identifier>
Import ASCII general:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6138_/P<project name>_/#324_/S:<source file name> _/ANSI_/F:<control file name> _/T:<master data type> _/C:<comparison field identifier> _/DECISYMBOL<decimal separator> _UPDATE_/NEWONLY_/D:<target file name> _/LANGUAGE:<part language identifier>
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Import Parts-Lib:
EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6138_/P<project name>_/#325_/S:<source file name> _/ANSI_/F:<control file name> _/DECISYMBOL<decimal separator> _/UPDATE_/NEWONLY_/LANGUAGE:<part language identifier> _SUBDIV:<ECAD designation subdivider>
Import EPLAN ASCII format:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6138_/P<project name>_/#326_/S:<source file name> _/UPDATE_/NEWONLY_/PROG:<program name> _/LANGUAGE:<part language identifier>
Export of parts data:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6138_/P<project name>_/#331_/D:<target file name> _/ANSI _/SEPTAB_/PROG:<program name> _/LANGUAGE:<part language identifier>
Export of a part number:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6138_/P<project name>_/#500_/D:<target file name> _/ANSI _/ART:<part number> _/LANGUAGE:<part language identifier>_/APPEND
Entering the /ART:<part number> call-up parameter is absolutely necessary for the export of a part number. However, for the export of a manufacturer/supplier record (/#501) the /ART:<manufacturer/ supplier short name> parameter is required. Correspondingly, the /ART:<customer short name> parameter must be used for the export of a customer record (/#502).
4.2.21 Call-up Parameters for the "PHOENIX Mark" Labeling Module

/#<switch function>

115
Notes Meaning Terminals terminals) (with spare Terminals are read from the terminal diagram. Spare terminals are also output to the ASCII file.
201 202
Devices Terminals (without spare Terminals are read terminals) from the schematic. PLC
203
164
Special Settings
Parameters
Description
204 205
Notes Cables Conductors
/AUTO /D<path> /OS
No prompt for confirmation Output path Deactivates sorting
4.2.22 Call-up Parameters for the Lists Output Module

This module is called up via the main module by using the parameter /$6156. The call-up parameters of version 5.20 are still supported. However, as from version 5.20, a separating colon was introduced for some parameters. For example, instead of F:<form name> it is still possible to enter F<form name>. Parameters
/#<switch function>

21
Notes Meaning Outputs bill of materials to graphics. Prints bill of materials. Outputs purchase-order list to graphics. Prints purchase-order list. Outputs parts list to graphics. Prints parts list. Outputs device list to graphics. The "*" wildcard is permitted.
232 233
234 235
236 237
/A:<type of part filter> /AE:<type of part filter switch>
Type of part for the filtering. Type of type of part filtering. Switch:
0
Meaning Only outputs elements that correspond to the filter term <type of part filter>.
165
Switch:
1
Meaning Outputs all elements except for the filter expression <type of part
filter>
/ARTLG:<part language identifier> /B:<assembly display switch>
Language identifier of the parts database Specifies the type of assembly display. Switch:
0
Meaning Only assembly assembly elements are combined as assembly. The list becomes shorter.
Only components The list becomes only components are out- more detailed. put of which the assembly consists. The "*" wildcard is permitted.
/CUSFROM:<fromcusto mer> /CUSTO:<tocustomer> /D:<target file name>
Output is carried out from customer short name through customer short name. The output is carried out to a target file. The file name must be specified with the full path. Form name with file extension. Note that the file extensions vary according to the list to be output. Extensions
*.ART *.BST
/F:<form name>
Output Print a parts list. Print a purchaseorder list. Output lists to graphics. Print a bill of materials. The "*" wildcard is permitted. The "*" wildcard is permitted.
*.FRM
*.STK
/FANL:<filter for HLA> /FBMK:<DDfilter>
Higher-level assignment name for filtering (for DIN projects only). DD for the filtering.
/FORT:<Filter for LOD>
Location designation name for filtering The "*" wildcard (for DIN projects only). is permitted.
166
Special Settings
Parameters
/FROM:<fromPart /order number> /TO:<toPart /order number> /G:<part classification filter> /G:<part classification filter switch>
Description Output is carried out from part number or order number (depending on <type of sorting>) through part number or order number. Part classification for the filtering. Type of part classification filtering.
Notes The "*" wildcard is permitted.
The "*" wildcard is permitted.
Switch:
0
Meaning Only outputs elements that correspond to the filter term <part classification filter>. Outputs all elements except for the filter expression <part classification filter>
/L:<Form identifier>
The form can be found in the EPLAN form directory \EPLAN\ <form identifier>. Before the device list is output the schematic is read out again. Terminals are not output. Before the device list is output the schematic is read out again. Cables are not output. Output project name. Before the list is output the schematic is read out again. DDs without part number are output, too. Before the list is output the schematic is read out again. However, only DDs with part number are output. Specifies the sorting criteria for the output.
/NOKL
/NOKB
/OUTPROJ:<output project> /READALLPLAN
/READPLAN
/SO:<type of sorting>
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<Type of sorting>
0
Designation None For the output of parts lists, device lists, and bill of materials. For the output of parts lists, purchase-order lists, and bill of materials. For the output of purchase-order lists. For the output of parts lists and bill of materials. For the output of bills of materials. For the output of device lists and bills of materials. For the output of device lists and bill of materials; for none-DIN projects For the output of device lists and bill of materials; only for DIN projects For the output of device lists and bill of materials; only for DIN projects For the output of device lists and bill of materials; only for DIN projects
Part number
Part number
Supplier short name: Manufacturer short name: Mounting location
10
DD
10
HLA+LOD+DD
11
HLA+DD+LOD
12
LOC+HLA+DD
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Special Settings
<Type of sorting>
13
Designation LOD+DD+HLA For the output of device lists and bill of materials; only for DIN projects For the output of device lists and bill of materials; only for DIN projects For the output of device lists and bill of materials; only for DIN projects For the output of purchase-order lists.
14
DD+HLA+LOD
15
DD+LOD+HLA
16
Order number
/VD:<supplier list>
List of supplier short names, separated by commas. "*" is used to output all suppliers. Output is carried out from manufacturer/supplier short name through manufacturer/supplier short name. Type of filtering for the higher-level assignment Switch:
0
/VDFROM:<fromManufacturer/supplier /VDTO:<toManufacturer/supplier> /XANL:<Switch for filtering the HLA>
The "*" wildcard is permitted.
Meaning Only outputs elements that correspond to the filter expression <switch
for filtering the HLA>
Outputs all elements except for the filter expression <switch for filtering the HLA>
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Parameters
/XBMK:<DD filter switch>
Description Type of DD filtering Switch:

0
Notes
Meaning Only outputs elements that correspond to the filter expression <DD filter>. Outputs all elements except for the filter expression <DD filter>
/XORT:<switch for filtering the LOD>
Type of filtering for the location designation Switch:

0
Meaning Only outputs elements that correspond to the filter expression <switch
for filtering the LOD>
Outputs all elements except for the filter expression <switch for filtering the LOD>
Possible call-up parameters for the various output functions of the module are given below. The underline shows where a blank must be entered. The call-up parameters are optional, i.e. the setting last used of the respective call-up parameter is taken if you do not specify a call-up parameter during input. Outputting bills of materials as graphics:
EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6156_/P<project name>_/#21_/F:<form name> _/FANL:<filter HLA>_/XANL:<switch for filtering the HLA> _/FORT:<filter LOD>_XORT:<switch for filtering the LOD> _/FBMK:<DD filter>_/XBMK:<DD filter switch> _/B:<assembly display switch> _/A:<type of part filter> _/AE:<type of part filter switch> _G:<function group filter>_GE:<function group filter switch> _/L:<form identifier>_SO:<type of sorting> _ARTLG:<part language identifier>_/READPLAN_/READALLPLAN
Printing bills of materials:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6156_/P<project name>_/#232_/F:<form name> _/FANL:<filter HLA>_/XANL:<switch for filtering the HLA> _/FORT:<filter LOD>_XORT:<switch for filtering the LOD> _/FBMK:<DD filter>_/XBMK:<DD filter switch> _/B:<assembly display switch>
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Special Settings
_/A:<type of part filter>_/AE:<type of part filter switch> _G:<function group filter>_GE:<function group filter switch> _/L:<form identifier>_SO:<type of sorting> _ARTLG:<part language identifier>_/READPLAN_/READALLPLAN _/D:<target file name>
Outputting purchase-order lists as graphics:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6156_/P<project name>_/#233_/F:<form name> _/FANL:<filter HLA>_/XANL:<switch for filtering the HLA> _/FORT:<filter LOD>_XORT:<switch for filtering the LOD> _/FBMK:<DD filter>_/XBMK:<DD filter switch> _/B:<assembly display switch> _/A:<type of part filter>_/AE:<type of part filter switch> _G:<function group filter>_GE:<function group filter switch> _/L:<form identifier>_SO:<type of sorting> _ARTLG:<part language identifier> _/READPLAN_/READALLPLAN _/VD:<supplier list> _/FROM:<from part number/order number> _/TO:<to part number/order number>
Printing purchase-order lists:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6156_/P<project name>_/#234_/F:<form name> _/FANL:<filter HLA>_/XANL:<switch for filtering the HLA> _/FORT:<filter LOD>_XORT:<switch for filtering the LOD> _/FBMK:<DD filter>_/XBMK:<DD filter switch> _/B:<assembly display switch> _/A:<type of part filter>_/AE:<type of part filter switch> _G:<function group filter>_GE:<function group filter switch> _/L:<form identifier>_SO:<type of sorting> _ARTLG:<part language identifier> _/READPLAN_/READALLPLAN _/VD:<supplier list> _/FROM:<from part number/order number> _/TO:<to part number/order number>_/D:<target file name>
Outputting device lists as graphics:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6156_/P<project name>_/#237_/F:<form name> _/FANL:<filter HLA>_/XANL:<switch for filtering the HLA> _/FORT:<filter LOD>_XORT:<switch for filtering the LOD> _/FBMK:<DD filter>_/XBMK:<DD filter switch> _/B:<assembly display switch> _/A:<type of part filter>_/AE:<type of part filter switch> _G:<function group filter>_GE:<function group filter switch> _/L:<form identifier>_SO:<type of sorting> _ARTLG:<part language identifier>_/READPLAN_/READALLPLAN_/NOKL_/NOKB
Outputting a parts list as graphics:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6156_/P<project name>_/#235_/F:<form name> _/L:<form identifier>_SO:<type of sorting> _ARTLG:<part language identifier> _/FROM:<from part number>_/TO:<to part number> _/VDFROM:<from manufacturer/supplier> _/VDTO:<from manufacturer/supplier> _/CUSFROM:<from customer>_/CUSTO:<to customer> _/OUTPROJ:<output project>
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Printing a parts list:

EPL6000.EXE_/$EPL6156_/P<project name>_/#236_/F:<form name> _/L:<form identifier>_SO:<type of sorting> _ARTLG:<part language identifier> _/FROM:<from part number>_/TO:<to part number> _/VDFROM:<from manufacturer/supplier> _/VDTO:<from manufacturer/supplier> _/CUSFROM:<from customer>_/CUSTO:<to customer> _/D:<target file name>
4.2.23 Information on Notation

The <project> style (angle brackets) is used when concrete values must be indicated, e.g. a project name. The notation "/P<Projekt>" can be as follows when it is directly entered:
/Pfue/sym/dic_wupd.p
In this example, the underline is part of the project name and does not stand for a blank. When entering the project name it is not a must to enter ".p". Thus, the direct entry for the above-mentioned example may be as follows:
/Pfue/sym/dic_wupd
Do not enter blanks between the switch (/P) and parameter value (<Project>), otherwise the module cannot start correctly!
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Lists and Tables
5 Lists and Tables

This chapter contains an overview in tables of the following fields:
Symbol types Identifiers Special texts.
5.1 Symbol Type: Contacts and Coils

The symbol type can be changed in the symbol properties of the contacts and coils. This influences the cross-referencing property! Contacts and coils (only single-path items permitted) Contact types: Power NO contact NO contact NC contact Power NC contact Changeover contacts made up of three symbols: NC change-over contact hook Change-over contact center NO change-over contact hook Changeover contacts made up of two symbols: NC change-over contact NO change-over contact hook Coils: (Standard) 50 14 15 11 12 13 0 1 2 4 ID
Symbol cross-reference (cross-reference for standard symbols) Main element made cross-referenceable Secondary element made cross-referenceable
ID 150 153
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Pair cross-reference (cross-reference for contacts) Cross-reference under the symbol Cross-reference next to the symbol Cross-reference below the symbol, 90 vertical
ID 151 152 154
Standard symbol type Symbol without meaning, graphics element Standard symbol, not cross-referenceable
ID 254 255
5.2 Symbol Type: Terminals and Accessories

The symbol type of a terminal determines its maximum number of connections and its ability to form jumpers. Only symbol types between 100 and 255 are valid. Terminal types (1) No specific type preselected Feed-through terminal Feed-through terminal Feed-through terminal Feed-through terminal Feed-through terminal Feed-through terminal N feed-through terminal N isolating terminal N feed-through terminal N isolating terminal (ground-fault monitor VDE0113) PE isolating terminal (ground-fault monitor VDE0113) PE terminal/connector (connected via terminal housing) PE terminal PE for actuator terminal Connection 4 2 2 3 3 4 4 2 1 4 4 4 2 4 2 Jumper Bar None Bar None Bar None Bar Bar Bar Bar 2*N 2*PE None None None ID 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114
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Terminal types (1) N for actuator terminal ~ for actuator terminal + for actuator terminal - for actuator terminal Terminal/Connector adapter Terminal/Connector adapter terminal connection side Terminal/Connector adapter connector connection side Two-wire initiator, actuator terminal 1 connection in 2 directions, 1 connection jumpered Two-wire initiator, actuator terminal 1 connection in 2 directions, 1 connection jumpered, 1 connection PE Two-wire initiator, actuator terminal 1 connection in 2 directions, 1 connection jumpered, 1 connection PE, 1 connection N
Connection 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
Jumper Bar Bar Bar Bar None None None None
ID 115 116 117 118 119 120 121 122
None
123
2(4)
None
124
Three-wire initiator, actuator terminal 2(3) 1 connection in 2 directions, 2 connections jumpered Three-wire initiator, actuator terminal 1 connection in 2 directions, 2 conn. jumpered, 1 connection PE Three-wire initiator, actuator terminal 1 connection in 2 directions, 2 conn. jumpered 1 connection PE, 1 connection N Isolating terminal LED terminal Fused terminal Diode components / multiple-path terminal (Weidmller) Connector pin Connector socket Connector socket/pin Wrap pin 2(4)
None
125
None
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2(5)
None
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2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
None None None None None None None None
129 130 131 132 133 134 135 136
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Custom terminals Follower terminal for several targets Terminals which the terminal diagram will not evaluate Can only be used within the terminal bill of materials: Manufacturers terminals that cannot be assigned.
ID 148 149
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Terminal accessories Can only be used for the terminal bill of materials: Mounting rail End angle Terminal marker + terminal-marker mounting Other labels Group labels Cross-connections Rails Covers Cover plates Partitions Connector housings Connector accessories Tool Test accessories
ID 410 420 510 520 530 610 630 710 720 730 810 820 910 920
5.3 Identifying Letters

This section deals with:
Identifiers for identifying the device type Identifiers for identifying general functions.
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5.3.1
Identifiers for Identifying the Device Type
DIN 40719, Part 2 (1978) lists the identifiers for identifying the type of a device. Identifier A B C D E F G H K L M N P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Type of device Modules, submodules Converters of non-electrical quantities to electrical ones and vice versa Capacitors Delay and storage devices Various (lighting, heating) Protective devices (fuses) Generators, power supply units Signaling devices (optical and acoustical) Contactors, relays Inductors Motors Amplifiers, controllers Measuring and test equipment Power switchgear (circuit breakers, miniature circuit breakers) Resistors, potentiometers Switches, pushbuttons, selectors Transformers Modulators, converters Semiconductors, valves Transmission paths, lines, cables Terminals, connectors, socket outlets Electrically-operated mechanical devices (solenoid valves, brakes) Terminating elements, filters, equalizers
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5.3.2
Identifiers for Identifying the Function of a Device Type
DIN 40719, Part 2 (1978) lists the identifiers for identifying the function of a device. Identifier A B C D E F G H J K L M N P Q R S T V W X Y Z Function Auxiliary function, function "off" Direction of movement Counting Differentiation Function "on" Fuse Check/Test Message Integration Jogging mode Conductor identification Main function Measuring Proportional State Reset, cancel Save, record Time measurement, delay Speed Addition Multiplication Analog Digital
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5.4 Special Texts

Special texts have the following features:
They are used for various page types as retainers or to specify the position. You cannot write special text to Logic pages apart from some exceptions.
Exceptions are: Schematic-specific texts (identifier 0-99), page-specific special texts (identifier 100...199), project-specific special texts (identifier 200...299), and texts for special programming (identifier 1100...1199).
When projects or pages are created, these placeholders have values assigned to them
manually or automatically, by the fact that either project or page data are entered or that identifiers such as the modification date are read out automatically.
Special text is also used to create the plot positions of plot frames and plot forms. Special texts can also be used as comment texts, for example, the field supplementary data. Special texts are divided into the following types: Text style Schematic page Page-specific plot frame data Project-specific plot frame data Table of contents Terminal diagram Interconnect diagram Bill of materials Terminal bill of materials Device list Terminal-connection diagram Control panel layout Special programming ID 0 - 99 100 - 199 200 - 299 300 - 399 400 - 499 500 - 599 600 - 699 700 - 799 800 - 899 900 - 999 1000-1099 1100-1199
Each text style is assigned an identifier which is either imported upon selection or which can be entered directly. The following sections list the special texts sorted by numbers. For special texts marked with an "[x]" in the overview, you must also add a value in the "Text" input field. For those texts marked with an "[x,y]" you must enter 2 values, separated by a comma.
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5.4.1
Special Texts 0 99
This range of values encompasses texts for the schematics page. These texts can only be implemented on logic pages. Number Special text 0 1 2 3 4 5 Text Function text Terminal strip designation Connector strip designation Connection designation Conductor designation
5.4.2
Special Texts 100 - 199
This range of values encompasses page-specific texts. As from EPLAN version 5.40, these texts are available for all page types. Number Special text 100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 108 109 110 111 112 113 114 115 116 Drawing number Date 1 (manual) Date 2 (automatic) Created by Higher-level assignment Location designation Page designation Supplementary field page Supplementary field group Supplementary field 1 Supplementary field 2 Supplementary field 3 Supplementary field 4 Supplementary field 5 Supplementary field 6 Supplementary field 7 Document type
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Number Special text 117 118 119 120 121 122 Documentation type Last editor Scale (only for Free Graphics) Macro: Directory / name Macro: Version number Macro: Source / reference
5.4.3
This range of values encompasses project-specific texts. As from EPLAN version 5.40, these texts are available for all page types. Number Special text 201 202 203 204 205 206 207 208 209 210 211 212 213 214 215 216 217 218 219 220 Plant designation Drawing number Commission Supplementary field 1 Supplementary field 2 Supplementary field 3 Supplementary field 4 Supplementary field 5 Supplementary field 6 Supplementary field 7 Company/Customer Higher level assignment project Location designation project Page number Highest page number Subsequent page Previous page Current date Path area number Number of pages
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Number Special text 221 222 223 224 225 226 227 228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237 238 239 240 241 242 243 244 245 246 247 248 Date of creation Company address 1 Company address 2 Make Type Mounting location Part features Environmental consideration Location Regulation Degree of protection Control panels Power input Lead-in Control voltage Date of manufacture Customer abbreviation Customer title Customer name 1 End user abbreviation End user title End user name 1 Responsible for project Project end Last editor Modification date Project name Project path
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5.4.4
This range of values encompasses settings for the table of contents. Number Special text 301 302 303 304 305 306 307 308 309 310 311 312 313 314 315 316 317 318 319 320 321 322 323 324 325 326 327 328 329 Page number Drawing number Created by Higher-level assignment Location designation Page designation Supplementary field page Supplementary field group Supplementary field 1 Supplementary field 2 Supplementary field 3 Supplementary field 4 Supplementary field 5 Supplementary field 6 Supplementary field 7 Modification date automatic Modification date manual Page serial number (absolute page number) Identification for page editing Document and documentation type Documentation type Document type Resolution Form Scale Plot form Number of ladders Plot Frame Last editor
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Number Special text 381 382 383 384 385 Lines/Page: Number [x] Lines: Distance in mm [x] Columns: Number [x] (default=1) Columns: Distance in mm [x] (default=40) Orientation: 0=Landscape, 1=Portrait [x]
5.4.5
This range of values encompasses both texts for the terminal diagram as well as for the terminal strip overview: 1. Terminal diagram: Number Special text 400 401 402 403 404 405 406 407 408 409 410 411 412 413 414 415 416 417 418 419 Jumpers: Distance in 1/10 mm [x] Page/Path PLC designation Function text: Text length (default=30) Strip designation Terminal number Target A Connection A Target B Connection B Target C Connection C Target D Connection D Cable A Conductor A Cable B Conductor B Cable C Conductor C
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Number Special text 420 421 422 423 424 425 426 427 428 429 430 431 432 433 434 435 436 437 438 439 440 441 442 443 444 445 446 447 448 449 450 Cable D Conductor D Cable type A Cross-section A Cable type B Cross-section B Cable type C Cross-section C Cable type D Cross-section D Cable length A Remark Cable A Cable length B Remark Cable B Cable length C Remark Cable C Cable length D Remark Cable D Wire number A Wire number B Wire number C Wire number D Wire number E Wire number F Target E Connection E Target F Connection F Terminal macro / terminal text Type designation Levels
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Number Special text 479 480 481 482 483 484 485 486 487 488 489 490 491 492 Form type [x] Form orientation [x] (0=Landscape, 1=Portrait) Terminals: Number/Page [x] Terminals: Distance in 1/10 mm [x] Cable A: Number [x] Cable A: Distance in 1/10 mm [x] Cable B: Number [x] Cable B: Distance in 1/10 mm [x] Cable C: Number [x] Cable C: Distance in 1/10 mm [x] Cable D: Number [x] Cable D: Distance in 1/10 mm [x] Cable name (single-line, two-line, three-line) Modification date (per strip, common)
2. Terminal strip overview: Number Special text 400 401 402 403 404 405 406 407 408 409 410 411 Sequential counting number Graphics page of the terminal strip Graphics page of the terminal bill of materials Text of the strip definition Strip designation Total number of all terminals Terminal marking First terminal Connector marking Last terminal Connector type Sum of all PE terminals
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Number Special text 413 415 479 480 481 482 Sum of all N terminals Sum of all terminals without PE/N terminals Form type [x] (terminal overview=3) Form orientation [x] Number of entries [x] Distance of the entries [x]
5.4.6
Special Texts 500 599
This range of values encompasses both texts for the interconnect diagram as well as for the cable overview. 1. Interconnect diagram Number Special text 500 501 502 503 504 505 506 507 508 509 510 511 512 513 514 515 516 517 518 Cable name Cable type No. of conductors Cable length Cross-section 1 Cross-section 2 Remarks Conductor designation Target 1 Target 2 Connection 1 Connection 2 Page 1 Page 2 Function text 1 [x] (default=30) Function text 2 (text length from 514) Wire number Cable macro / cable text Cable macro / cable text
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Number Special text 519 520 521 522 579 580 581 582 584 591 Voltage Conductor type Index Cross-section Form type Form orientation [x] 0=Landscape, 1=Portrait Cable conductors: Number/Page [x] Cable conductors: Distance in 1/10 mm [x] Unit of measure (yes/no) Cable name (single-line, two-line, three-line)
2. Cable overview: Number Special text 500 501 502 503 504 505 506 507 508 509 510 511 512 513 516 519 579 Cable name Cable type No. of conductors Cable length Cross-section 1 Cross-section 2 Remarks Number of conductors used Source Target Sequential counting number End of the cable specification Graphic page of the interconnect diagram X character for shielding Number of free conductors Voltage Form type
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Number Special text 580 581 582 583 584 591 Form alignment (down / up / right / left) Number of entries Distance of the entries 0 = Without .. 1 = With PE/N/shielding Units of measure (yes/no) Cable name (single-line, two-line, three-line)
5.4.7
Special Texts 600 699
This range of values encompasses texts for the bill of materials and the purchaseorder list. Number Special text 600 601 602 603 604 605 606 607 608 609 610 611 612 613 614 615 618 619 620 622 Item number Device designations Part number Designation 1 Type number Designation 2 Order number Designation 3 Manufacturer Supplier Group number CAD number Graphic symbol file Graphic symbol number Remarks Total amount Voltage Current Power Holding power
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Number Special text 623 624 625 626 627 628 629 630 631 632 633 634 635 636 637 638 639 640 641 642 644 645 646 680 681 682 Power dissipation Tripping current Connection cross-section Mounting width Mounting height Mounting depth Mounting location Weight Space requirement DIN number Material number Quantity Total amount Unit of quantity Price unit Page and path Packaging unit Function text Part classification Type of part Unit price Total price Transfer Form alignment: 0 = Portrait, 1 = Landscape [x] Records: Number/Page [x] Records: Distance in 1/10 mm [x]
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5.4.8
This range of values encompasses texts for the terminal bill of materials. Number Special text 700 701 702 703 704 705 706 707 708 709 710 711 712 720 781 782 Terminal strip Purchase Order Number left Purchase Order Number right Labeling left Labeling right Type designation Order number Labeling right Designation material right Jumper Purchase Order Number Cover Mounting plate bracket Remarks Form alignment Records: Number/Page [x] Records: Distance in 1/10 mm [x]
5.4.9
This range of values encompasses texts for the device list. Number Special text 800 801 802 803 804 805 806 807 Position DD Part number Designation 1 Type number Designation 2 Order number Designation 3
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Number Special text 808 809 831 832 833 834 838 840 880 881 882 883 884 885 Manufacturer Supplier Symbol Line from Line to Quantity Cross-reference Function text Column distance (to 881) Lower margin Distance between the text entries Distance of the graphics Distance between cross-references (X) End of cross-references (X)
5.4.10 Special Texts 900 - 999

This range of values encompasses texts for the terminal-connection diagram. Number Special text 900 901 902 903 904 905 906 907 908 909 910 911 Strip name Jumper coordinates: Distance wire jumper in 1/10 mm [x] PLC designation (X) Terminal designation Terminal connection Cable text (with max. length) Cable line (with line type, font size is master length) Conductor designation Shielding (with height) Insertion point of symbol Function text (with max. length) Internal target 1
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Number Special text 912 913 914 915 916 917 919 920 921 922 979 981 982 983 Internal target 2 Internal target 3 Second conductor designation Terminal end Wire number Terminal macro / terminal text Internal DD (PLC) Internal connection (PLC) PLC macro (with macro name) Levels Form type Limitation Terminal spacing Macro name
5.4.11 Special Texts 1000 - 1099

This range of values encompasses texts for the control-panel layout. Number Special text 1000 Legend display
5.4.12 Special Texts 1100 - 1199

This range of values encompasses texts for the special programming. As from EPLAN version 5.40, these texts are available for all page types. Number Special text 1100 1101 1102 1103 Control text 1 Control text 2 Control text 3 Control text 4
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Number Special text 1104 1105 1106 1107 1108 1109 Control text 5 Control text 6 Control text 7 Control text 8 Control text 9 Control text 10
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Graphics Editing Menu
6 Graphics Editing Menu

The graphics editing menu contains the following entries:
Page Draw Attachment Edit Search Options Free graphics Symbol Parameters Window View Help
Click with the mouse on the menu entry in order to open the respective pulldown menu.
6.1 Page
The Page menu contains the following menu items:
New Open Save Copy Rename / Move Read in backup pages Delete Previous / Next Properties Print HPGL plotting Export External programs Number supplementary fields Close
Move the mouse onto the menu entry in order to have information about the respective menu item in the status bar.
6.1.1
New
This function creates a new page. To this purpose it branches into the page overview in which you can specify certain properties of the page.
6.1.2
Open
With this function you can branch to the page selection in order to select the page to be opened. The page properties cannot be changed. The Page/Properties menu has to be used to this purpose.
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6.1.3
Save
This menu item saves the displayed page immediately. Normally EPLAN does not save a page until you leave it or want to terminate graphics editing.
6.1.4
Copy (Page)
This function is used to copy individual or several pages. Copying is possible both within the current project as well as between different projects.
6.1.5
Rename/Move
This function can be used to rename one or more pages or to move them to another point in the project. To this purpose the program first branches to the page selection in which you can specify the pages to be renamed/moved.
6.1.6
Read in backup page
This function allows you to read backup pages into a project. To do so the following requirements must be met:
The target page must be blank The page type of the blank page must be the same as that of the backup page.
An overview of the most recently saved pages from which to make your selection is displayed.
6.1.7
Delete (Page)
This function is used to delete individual or several pages. To this purpose the program first branches to the page selection in which you can specify the pages to be deleted.
6.1.8
Previous / Next
These functions allow you to move page-by-page. You can alternatively use the keys and . If you have changed the page and wish to page on and the Save schematic automatically when leaving the page personal parameter has been deactivated, a prompt is displayed whether the page is to be saved.
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6.1.9
Properties (Page)
This function allows you to view and edit the properties of the currently open page. To do so you first have to activate the desired page. Afterwards the dialog for specifying the page properties is opened.
6.1.10 Print
With this function you can branch to the page selection dialog in order to select the pages to be printed. Click on the [Output] command button in order to print. The respective pages are then transferred to the Windows print manager.
6.1.11 HPGL plot

With this function you can branch to the page selection in order to select the pages to be plotted. Click on the [Output] command button then displayed in order to plot. The highlighted pages are exported to a file in HPGL format whose file name can be specified.
6.1.12 Export
The Export menu contains the following menu items:
EXF DXF HTML/DWF Inter@View EXF macro Image file
Move the mouse onto the menu entry in order to have information about the respective menu item in the status bar. 6.1.12.1 EXF With this function you can branch to the page selection in order to select the pages to be exported. Click on the [Output] command button then displayed in order to trigger the export process. A dialog box is then opened in which you can specify the path and name of the export file.
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6.1.12.2 DXF With this function you can branch to the page selection in order to select the pages to be exported. Click on the [Output] command button then displayed in order to trigger the export process. A dialog box is opened in which you can specify further output settings for DXF exporting. 6.1.12.3 HTML/DWF This function exports the entire EPLAN project into a format which is suitable for distribution via the World Wide Web (WWW). Only the complete project can be exported a preselection of the pages to be exported is not possible in this function.
6.1.12.4 Inter@View This function exports selected project pages in HTML format for Inter@View, a supplementary program of EPLAN, in which you can configure specific settings for HTML output. 6.1.12.5 EXF macro With this function you can branch to the page selection in order to select the pages (macros) of a macro library project to be exported. Click on the [Output] command button then displayed in order to trigger the export process. This menu item is only active for projects in which the Macro library project type was specified.
6.1.12.6 Image file With this function you can branch to the page selection in order to select the pages to be exported. Click on the [Output] command button then displayed in order to trigger the export process. A dialog box is then opened in which you can specify the output directory and further settings for the page export as image file.
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6.1.13 External programs

The subsequent menu of this menu item provides a selection of programs which can be set freely. These can be called easily from the graphics editing function. These programs can be set up in the "External programs" module (in the main menu under "Utilities").
6.1.14 Number supplementary fields

This function is used to assign a consecutive number to any supplementary field. Numbering begins with the first page. You can specify the start value (not the starting page!). Use the Formatting spaces input field to define the number of digits to be used for numbering. If the numbers are smaller, a corresponding number of leading zeros is entered. If you enter "0", formatting is suppressed. A negative entry deletes the formatting. The entry in the form is left-justified. Specify the supplementary field to be numbered in the Field selection dropdown list box. When you select the supplementary field, take into consideration that it must be possible to plot the supplementary field in the specified plot frame. Please refer to the online documentation for the graphics forms.
6.1.15 Close
Use this option to close the currently opened schematic page and leave the graphics editing function at the same time.
6.2 Draw
The Draw menu contains the following menu items:
Insert symbols Symbol macros Insert macros Black box Device-end terminals PLC end terminal Potential arrows Cable definition Shieldings Wiring definition DIN box Text
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6.2.1
Insert symbols
This function lets you read symbols or terminals into the schematics pages. Depending on their type, symbols can be evaluated in various ways. Input involves the following steps:
Select a symbol from the symbol library. Enter device data such as DD, parts data, and electrical characteristics If it does not exist yet: Enter connection designations.
Select the menu path Options/Multifunction menu/Replace + by to swap the shortcuts for Insert symbols and Symbol macros so that you can use to insert symbol macros.
6.2.2
Symbol macros
This function lets you read symbol macros into the schematics pages. Symbol macros can contain several symbols for which the device data such as DD, describing block, parts data, and connection designations have already been defined. This depends on the method used to create the symbol macro. Select the menu path Options/Multifunction menu/Replace + by to swap the shortcuts for Insert symbols and Symbol macros so that you can use to insert symbols.
6.2.3
Insert macros
A macro can be a page or a section of a page that is saved completely as a separate file. This function allows you to read macros into the current page. A selection window from which the directory, macro type, and macro name can be selected are displayed. Only for Logic pages Symbols in macros are not identified by their complete designations, but only by an internal position number for the symbol within the symbol file. Therefore, the sequence of symbol files used to draw the macros must agree with that of the project, otherwise incorrect symbols will be read in and drawn.
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6.2.4
Black box
You can use black boxes to represent devices with extensive functions and connections that cannot be drawn with individual symbols (for example PLCs). These can then be included during subsequent automatic evaluation runs. Input involves the following steps:
Specify the dimensions of the block by using the cursor keys or the mouse. Enter device data such as DD, parts data, and electrical characteristics Specify data for the DD position as well as graphics data (line type etc.).
You must then enter the connection designations of a black box, using device-end terminals or terminal symbols. Please note the following with respect to the automatic evaluation of DDs: Terminal symbols: In the case of terminal symbols the DD of the black box is used as the terminal strip if:
No terminal strip name was entered (input without blank or colon) or the terminal strip name could not be found (search direction for the terminal strip left/up). DD: DDs of symbols within a black box are recognized during automatic evaluation. However, the DD of the black box is not supplemented or used.
6.2.5
Device-end terminals
Device-end terminals represent the connections of a device you have defined in a black box. In contrast to terminal symbols that you can enter in the schematic by pressing , device-end terminals cannot be included into the terminal diagram. They are, however, recognized as targets. This also applies to terminals with lateral attachments.
6.2.6
PLC end terminal
Using this function you can insert a PLC end terminal into the schematic. In the subsequent Symbol properties window you can specify the PLC-specific properties of the PLC terminal, e.g. the address, the type of connection (input, output, supply, and bus terminal) and the type of terminal display.
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6.2.7
Potential arrows
Potential arrows (interruptions) are used to establish connections between symbols for which autoconnect cannot create them because, for example, they are located on separate pages. Automatic evaluation is carried out by the cross-reference program. The operation depends on the following settings:
Identifier for potential arrow check in the parameter program (under the menu path
Project / Contactor/cross-reference/wiring)
in case of DIN projects on the Identifier method (potential arrows) in the project
data. Potential arrows have connections both in the direction of the arrowhead, as well as in the opposite direction.
6.2.8
Cable definition
This function allows you to manually enter cable specifications for cables that differ from the general entries in the parameter program. These can then be evaluated in the terminal and interconnect diagram. In addition, you can also define cables between 2 symbols that are not terminals (non-terminals). Input involves the following steps:
Define the identifier line. Enter the cable data, for example designation, type, etc. Specify the graphics data for the data. Enter the parts data.
The following prerequisites must be met in order to enter a cable specification manually:
"Manual / Number", "Manual / 1 Target" or "Manual / 2 Targets" must be entered in

the input field of the "Cable number assignment" parameter (under "Project" / "Terminals / Cables").
Only for cable definitions between 2 non-terminals: You must enter a value in the
Number of conductors field of the cable definition. This number can be larger than the actual number of conductors. If you do not enter any values in the input fields for the number of conductors, cable type, or cross-section, the values from the terminal parameters will be used (except in the case of non-terminals!).
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If you define a cable with a PE or N conductor under Type, these conductors will only be recognized if you enter either identifier 111 or 112 in the Symbol type field of the corresponding terminal.
6.2.9
Shieldings
This function is used to call up a graphics character for shielding lines. You can use the cursor keys or the mouse to define its size. In the terminal or interconnect diagram, the shielding can be evaluated as a target designation if a designation for the shielding has been included in the terminal-diagram parameters.
6.2.10 Wiring definition

The wiring definition function allows you to manually define the cross-section, length, and color of connections, and to add comments. These can then be evaluated in both the wiring list and the terminal diagram. Input involves the following steps:
Define the identifier line. Enter wiring-definition-specific data Specify the text position Enter line data. 6.2.11 DIN box
Only for processing according to DIN: This function allows you to specify Higher-level assignment and/or Location designation identifier blocks that differ from the current page. All devices lying within the frame will be recognized. Input involves the following steps:
Specify the dimensions of the frame by using the cursor keys or the mouse. Enter device data such as DD and electrical characteristics Specify the DD position as well as graphics line data.
Note the following for the automatic evaluation of the specified identifier blocks:
Whether the higher-level assignment and/or the location designation are imported
depends on the Suppress duplicate HLA/LOD project parameter to be found under
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the menu path (start at the graphics editing module) Parameters / Project / Terminals/Cables / Terminals/Cables 1 tab.
In this function, only the identifier blocks for the higher-level assignment ("=")
and/or the location ("+") are valid entries for "Device designation". Entries defining the type of device (starting with "-") are not permitted.
Priority: All identifier blocks defined when the symbol was input will be evaluated.
If (identifying) identifier blocks are missing, they will be imported in the following order: 1. Symbol 2. DIN definition 3. Page 4. Project
If the "=" or "+" prefix is followed by a period and a subsequent entry, this entry will
be attached to the current identifier block.
6.2.12 Text
This function allows you to add text to the schematic. There are various types of text available to you. These are:
Text style "0":

This text style has no effect on automatic evaluation runs.
Text style ">0":

These texts have a specific function which is explained in more detail in the User Guide. Function texts, strip designations, conductor designations as well as special texts acting as a retainer in Free graphics.
6.3 Attachment
The Attachment menu contains the following menu items:
1 Angle down, right 2 Angle down, left 3 Angle up, right 4 Angle up, left 5 Node, down 6 Node, up 7 Node, right 8 Node, left 9 Jumper Double junction Interrupt Specify line data
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6.3.1
Angle
EPLAN can only evaluate connections that have been created by the automatic connection function (autoconnect) between symbols. Angles change the direction of the automatic connection. There will not be a prompt. The angle is designated in accordance with the scheme "Angle direction, attachment direction" so that an angle "left, down" looks like follows: Autoconnection can only be used for logical connections. It cannot be used to draw graphic elements, otherwise errors will occur during automatic evaluation runs.
6.3.2
Node
EPLAN can only evaluate connections that have been created by the automatic connection function (autoconnect) between symbols. Nodes split the automatic connection path. Nodes also have an effect on target tracking during automatic evaluation. For this reason, a separate window appears once you have selected your basic type. This window asks you about the desired effect on target tracking you want to occur.
6.3.3
Jumper
This function is used to insert a jumper distribution into the schematic. As in the other options of the Attachment menu, autoconnecting is realized automatically, meaning that connection lines are drawn automatically between the symbols.
6.3.4
Double junction
EPLAN can only evaluate connections that have been created by the automatic connection function (autoconnect) between symbols. Double junctions are used to split the automatic connection path. Double junctions also affect target tracking during automatic evaluation. For this reason, a separate window appears once you have selected your basic type. This window asks you about the desired effect on target tracking you want to occur.
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6.3.5
Interrupt
An automatic connection will be drawn wherever two connection points point either vertically or horizontally towards each other. This function interrupts such connections. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Position the cursor between two connection points. Exit the Interrupt mode, e.g. by pressing .
The interruption will be graphically displayed after the next screen refresh. An insertion point is created between the connection points. Press insertion point. to display this
6.3.6
Specify line data
The Specify line data menu contains the following menu items:
Individual Potentials Comparison
Move the mouse onto the menu entry in order to have information about the respective menu item in the status bar. 6.3.6.1 Individual An automatic connection will be drawn wherever two connection points point either vertically or horizontally towards each other. The line data of the connection, such as line type, line thickness, and pattern length are defined in the symbol editor at the time the symbol is created. Pen numbers for angles, nodes, etc. are specified in the graphics parameters (Graphics 3 tab, Output parameters group box). This function allows you to change the line data of a connection point. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Position the cursor on a connection point. An input window in which you can change
the line data for this connection is displayed. If two connecting points that have been assigned different line data point at each other, the following applies:
The line data of the lower connecting point take precedence. The line data of the right-hand connecting point take precedence.
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6.3.6.2 Potentials An automatic connection will be drawn wherever two connection points point either vertically or horizontally towards each other. The line data of the connection, such as line type, line thickness, and pattern length are defined in the symbol editor at the time the symbol is created. Pen numbers for angles, nodes, etc. are specified in the graphics parameters (Graphics 3 tab, Output parameters group box). This function allows you to change the line data of an automatic potential connection. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Position the cursor on a connection point located inside the potential you want to
change. An input window in which you can change the line data for this connection of the potential is displayed. 6.3.6.3 Comparison An automatic connection will be drawn wherever two connection points point either vertically or horizontally towards each other. The line data of the connection, such as line type, line thickness, and pattern length are defined in the symbol editor at the time the symbol is created. Pen numbers for angles, nodes, etc. are specified in the graphics parameters (Graphics 3 tab, Output parameters group box). Working on the current page, this function checks the line data generated by the automatic connection for differences within the potential. If differences are found, the corresponding connection points are marked, and the line data can be changed.
6.4 Edit
The Edit menu contains the following menu items:
Cancel Undo Redo Cut (Clipboard) Copy (Clipboard) Paste (Clipboard) DeleteMove DuplicateCreate macro / form Window Change window corner PropertiesPart number Messages Increment PositionMove DD PLC connection at terminal Panel layout
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6.4.1
Cancel
Editing functions such as Move, Duplicate, etc. can be terminated by using this option or .
6.4.2
Undo / Redo
The Edit/Undo (or Edit / Redo) menu can be used to undo (redo) up to 20 steps. A step is any action which changes the data structure. Duplicating elements represents one step, irrespective of the number of elements placed. A new step does not start until the Duplicate function has been terminated. This also applies to the insertion of macros. If you are editing a graphics which is attached to a single insertion point, not every entry of a line is a step, but the change to the complete graphics. Exception: Each action of inserting a symbol represents a step.
6.4.3
Cut (Clipboard)
Using the Cut function you can move a graphics object across more than one page or project. The object is then deleted on the graphics page and saved as file in the EPLAN Clipboard. The EPLAN Clipboard may include up to twelve Clipboard files. (However, if you wish to use only one Clipboard, you have to activate the Use one clipboard only personal graphics parameter. To cut a graphics object you must first select the Cut menu item. Afterwards use the cursor to drag a frame around the insertion point of the object to be cut. In the subsequent Clipboard dialog box you can enter a text that will identify the graphics object to be cut when it is pasted later. (This dialog does not come up if you have activated the Suppress description dialog parameter to be found in the personal graphics parameters or if you are working with one Clipboard only.)
6.4.4
Copy (Clipboard)
Using the Copy function you can duplicate a graphics object to more than one page or project. The object is then saved as file in the EPLAN Clipboard. The Clipboard can contain up to twelve Clipboard files. (However, if you wish to use only one Clipboard, you have to activate the Use one clipboard only personal graphics parameter. To copy a graphics object you must first select the Copy menu item. Afterwards use the cursor to drag a frame around the insertion point of the object to be copied. In the subsequent Clipboard dialog box you can enter a text that will identify the graphics object
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to be copied when it is pasted later. (This dialog box does not come up if you have activated the Suppress description dialog parameter to be found in the personal graphics parameters or if you are working with one Clipboard only.)
6.4.5
Paste (Clipboard)
Use this option to paste graphics objects from the EPLAN Clipboard into one and/or more graphics pages/projects To paste a graphics object you must first select the Paste menu item. EPLAN then displays the Paste dialog box in which you can select the desired graphics object by the description shown there. If you activate the Preview check box in this dialog box the graphics object is shown in a separate window. (The Paste dialog box does not come up if you have activated the Use only one clipboard parameter to be found in the personal graphics parameters.) Finally you have to decide how the device designations are to be transferred.
6.4.6
Delete (Graphics Object)
This function is used to delete individual or several objects. To do this, the insertion points of all objects you want to delete must be combined in a single window. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Define the window section.

No further prompt for confirmation is displayed. You can delete symbols simply by positioning the cursor on the insertion point and then . pressing Several graphic elements can be combined under a single insertion point. The point does not have to lie where the individual elements are drawn. Press to display the insertion points.
6.4.7
Move
This function is used to move the position of individual or several objects. The insertion points of all objects you want to modify must be combined in a single window. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Define the screen section
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Specifying the new position.

Several graphic elements can be combined under a single insertion point. The point does not have to lie where the individual elements are drawn. Press to display the insertion points.
6.4.8
Duplicate
This function is used to copy the position of individual or several objects. The insertion points of all objects you want to modify must be combined in a single window. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Define the screen section Specify the new position Select mode for using the DD.
This function remains active until you press to end it.
6.4.9
Create macro/form
The Create macro/form menu contains the following menu items:

Symbol macro Path/PLC macro Variable macro Combined macro Window macro Page macro Plot frame Form
Move the mouse onto the menu entry in order to have information about the respective menu item in the status bar. 6.4.9.1 Symbol macro Symbol macros can contain several symbols for which the device data such as DD, describing block, parts data, and connection designations have already been defined.
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Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Define the screen section Enter the macro name and any comments.
6.4.9.2 Path/PLC macro A macro can be a page or a section of a page that is saved completely as a separate file. This function lets you define a section of the current schematics page as a macro. The height of the window corresponds to the height of the schematic page. The width can be set. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Define the screen section Enter the macro type, macro name, and comment text.
6.4.9.3
Variable macro
A variable macro is used to draw graphics objects whose length and height are not defined until they are actually inserted. The saved macro is used as the base macro. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Define the screen section Click on the insertion point Enter the macro name, comment text as well as variable texts and formulae.
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6.4.9.4 Combined macro A macro can be a page or a section of a page that is saved completely as a separate file. In contrast to window macros, the following special conditions apply when combined macros are read into the schematic:
Part numbers can be filed. The macro file must be available (as a separate file) when the screen is refreshed.
This function allows you to define graphic elements that were combined under a single insertion point as a macro. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Specify macro name and comment.

6.4.9.5
Window macro
This function is used to define a rectangular section of the current page ("window") and save it as a macro. Here, too, you have to enter the macro name and the comment text after having specified the screen section. 6.4.9.6 Page macro
A macro can be a page or a section of a page that is saved completely as a separate file. This function allows you to define the current schematic page (without plot frames) as a macro. This means that no screen section has to be specified. Only the macro name and comment text must be entered. 6.4.9.7 Plot frame
Use this function to save the current project page as plot frame (*.skg) in the \EPLAN4\N\<customer code> directory. This means that no screen section has to be specified. Only the macro name and comment text must be entered. The plot frame can be created with the aid of graphic elements and text. Special texts are used as retainers, whereby entries such as commission that belong to the project or the page are displayed directly.
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6.4.9.8 Form In a form, the plot coordinates for interconnect diagrams, bill of materials etc, can be edited. These are read from the positions of the special texts. This function saves the current page as a form. The form type, the form name, and the comment text must be specified. Since EPLAN differentiates between the forms by means of the extensions, you have to enter the name without an extension.
6.4.10 Window
Using this function of the Edit menu you can execute the following actions in graphics editing for individual and several objects:
Write macro Move Duplicate Cut Copy Delete.
To do so, the insertion points of all objects you want to edit must be combined in a single window. Input involves the following steps:
Call up the function Define the screen section Select the action.
No prompt is displayed for the Delete function. Several graphic elements can be combined under a single insertion point. The point does not have to lie where the individual elements are drawn. Press to display the insertion points.
6.4.11 Change window corner

When you open a zoom window you can use this function of the Edit menu to jump between the opposing corners of the window. This is particularly useful when you use the cursor keys to expand the window and do not want to use the window corner first selected as the reference point but rather the opposing one.
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6.4.12 Properties (Graphics Object)

At every object used in the schematic you can edit the properties. To do so move the cursor onto the insertion point of the object and then either press the key or select this menu option. Depending on the selected object type different dialog boxes are displayed when this function is called. You can activate and deactivate the display of the object insertion points in . the schematic by pressing the key
6.4.13 Part number

Part numbers can be entered on the insertion points of symbols, cable definitions or graphic elements. In the case of symbols the parts data can also be entered directly when you insert the symbol in the Symbol properties window, Parts tab card. Position the cursor on the insertion point of an element and call up this function. (The function can also be activated by pressing the right-hand mouse button to call up the pop-up menu.) The part numbers already assigned are listed in a table. Click on [Select] to activate the part selection. You can only write those parts data from a bill of materials back into the schematic which have a DD assigned to them. It is thus not possible to change parts data automatically which have been assigned to terminal strips.
6.4.14 Messages
A window displays all the messages belonging to the project. Press automatically to the displayed positions. to jump
Select the menu path Parameters / Project / Message management you can specify which message groups are to be output.
6.4.15 Increment
After this function has been called up an input window is displayed in which you can enter the horizontal and vertical distance you want the cursor to move when you press the cursor keys. Input is carried out in grid coordinates. The setting remains in effect until you either leave graphics editing, or until the entry is changed by a renewed entry.
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6.4.16 Position
After this function has been called up an input window where you can directly enter the horizontal and vertical cursor position in "mm" is displayed. In contrast to the increment the positioning determines to which fixed coordinate on the schematics page the cursor is to jump. This does not mean the relative position to the current cursor position.
6.4.17 Move DD
The device designations are usually placed as was specified in the symbol editor (as a rule on the left). This function is used to move the device designation. The symbol itself is not moved. The function is particularly useful when the device designation and a neighboring symbol overlap. Proceed as follows:
Position the cursor on the symbol whose DD is to be moved, and press

The DD can now be moved by using the mouse or the arrow keys.
Press the left-hand mouse button or If you press
to specify the end position of the DD.
when the cursor is not positioned on a symbol, connecting lines are displayed between the symbols and their DDs. and .
You can undo the moving of a symbol by positioning the cursor on the insertion
point of a symbol and pressing
6.4.18 PLC connection at terminal

Not only the PLC address but also the actual connection designations can be entered on pages of the page type "T=PLC overview". Through this function these connection designations of the PLC overview pages are read into the schematic pages as connection designations of the terminals or connectors when these have been cross-referenced by the PLC cross-reference function.
6.4.19 Panel layout

This function is used to place component macros on a mounting panel.
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6.5 Search
The Search menu contains the following menu items:
Selection Insert into search database Next entry Previous entry Jump to counterpiece Part at components
Move the mouse onto the menu entry in order to have information about the respective menu item in the status bar. 6.5.1.1 Selection If your search database is empty, this option branches into the dialog box for entering a search term. If, on the other hand, the search database contains at least one entry, this option branches into a dialog box in which you can choose to which entry in the database you want to jump. 6.5.1.2 Insert into search database This menu option is used to insert all the elements within the window section of a project page into the search database. After the option has been called up, the cursor changes its form and you can define a rectangle which contains all the elements to be inserted into the search database. Use the mouse to drag a rectangle around the desired elements and complete the definition by pressing on the left-hand mouse button. This function cannot be used to enter texts on the project pages into the search database. Use the menu option Search / Selection for texts.
6.5.1.3
Next entry / Previous entry
In order to use this option you must already have selected at least one element of the search database during the current EPLAN session by calling up the menu path Search /Insert into search database. If your search database contains at least two entries, you can use these options to jump to the respective next or previous element of the search database. If your search database is empty or only contains one entry, these two options are without any effect.
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6.5.1.4 Jump to counterpiece In order to use this option you must already have selected at least one element of the search database during the current EPLAN session by calling up the menu path Search /Insert into search database. This option is used to jump in the search database between pairs of elements (for example, arrow / counter-arrow). If your search database is empty or only contains one entry, this option is without any effect.
6.5.2
Parts at components
This function is used to have the part numbers of all the components located on the current page displayed. As soon as you have activated this function (this can also be done via the pop-up menu) a list with all components and cable definitions including part numbers of the current page is displayed. Click [OK] or double-click on an entry to quit this window. The cursor is then positioned on the selected symbol in graphics editing. Press [Cancel] to exit the window.
6.6 Options
The Options menu contains the following menu items:
Multifunction menu Insertion points Grid Symbol extension Page offset Alternative text display Display properties Alternative operation Display message window
6.6.1
Multifunction menu
The Multifunction menu contains the following menu items:

Connection directions Point and/or target wiring Only target wiring Cable display Plot invisible elements One arrow per page Crosshair cursor
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External targets Mouse increment Replace [CTRL]+[INS] by [INS] Save cursor position
Move the mouse onto the menu entry in order to have information about the respective menu item in the status bar. 6.6.1.1 Connection directions , arrows will show the direction from which an automatic connection By entering (autoconnect) is possible. You can use this function to check whether there are any unconnected connection points. The display returns to its original state if you change pages or press fresh the screen. 6.6.1.2 Point and/or target wiring to re-
The change in the display depends on the Point wiring setting for the Display target wiring as point wiring parameter (Graphics 2 tab card of the project-specific graphics parameters). The display returns to the style defined in the graphics parameters if you change pages or press to refresh the screen. 6.6.1.3 Only target wiring
to display all junctions and double junctions as target wiring. This menu item Enter is used to display target tracking problems if Point wiring was specified for the Display target wiring as point wiring graphics parameter (Graphics 2 tab card of the projectspecific graphics parameters) or if Point wiring was selected for graphics input. The display returns to the style defined in the graphics parameters if you change pages to refresh the screen. or press 6.6.1.4 Cable display
This function is used to display all the connections at which a cable was specified. The display is carried out by means of arrows. Calling up this function again reverses the display.
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6.6.1.5 Plot invisible elements The graphics editing program allows you to use this menu item to mark texts and lines as hidden so that these will be suppressed during graphics output. You have the following options:
Lines and text defined in this way are plotted with the line type and font size settings
you made.
The plot output is suppressed.

Irrespective of this setting a separate parameter ("Project" / "Graphics", "Graphics 1" tab card) can be used to specify the display for the screen.
6.6.1.6 One arrow per page This setting is only taken into consideration, if one of the entries By lines or By columns was selected under Display of overviews for potential arrows (Graphics 2 tab of the project-specific graphics parameters). An overview of all potential arrows with the same name will be entered for the defined source arrow (refer to the "Symbol properties" input window). You have the following options:
Display: Page only

The numbers of the pages containing potential arrows with the same name will be entered under the designation. Each page will only be listed once. We recommend this setting for users who have so many potential arrows that they spill over the sides of a standard A3 plot frame.
Display: page and path

The complete cross-reference with page and path will be entered. This is the default setting.
6.6.1.7 Crosshair cursor This setting allows you to change the cursor appearance so that the horizontal and vertical lines of the cursor cover an entire page (cross-hair cursor). This setting remains in force, also after you have quit the program, until the function is called up again.
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6.6.1.8 External targets When entering terminal or connector symbols, one of the things you must define is Connection of the external output position in form. This function allows you to show the defined, external targets on the graphic by means of corresponding arrows. This simplifies target tracking for terminals. This function remains active until it is deactivated by a new call-up. 6.6.1.9 Mouse increment When you stipulate the mouse increment in the corresponding input window (Edit/Increment), you determine the smallest increment within the grid. This switch allows the entered increment to be stipulated additionally for the mouse. When you call up this function again, the mouse reverts to the grid size. This setting remains in force, also after you have quit the program, until the function is called up again. If paths or insertion points cannot be reached because the increment is too to access them. large, press
6.6.1.10 Replace [CTRL]+[INS] by [INS] Using this function you can swap the key commands for the Insert symbols and Symbol macros menu items (Draw menu) so that you can insert symbol macros with and symbols by pressing . 6.6.1.11 Save cursor position This function is used to save the active cursor position when leaving graphics editing. When you call up graphics editing again, the cursor is positioned automatically at this position, irrespective of the page which you have selected for editing. This setting remains in force, also after you have quit the program, until the function is called up again.
6.6.2
Insertion points
This function is used to display the insertion points of all the symbols additionally. Calling up this function again deactivates the display of the insertion points.
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6.6.3
Grid
This function is used to additionally display the grid valid for the respective page type. The grid results from the set increment. Calling up this function again deactivates the display of the grid.
6.6.4
Symbol extension
This function is used to have the required space displayed with every symbol. Calling up this function again deactivates the display of the space required.
6.6.5
Page offset
The current coordinates on the graphics screen are shown on the status bar as grid dimensions. The origin (the coordinates X=0 and Y=0) is the lower left-hand corner on graphics pages and the upper left-hand corner on all other types of pages. Use this function to call up further coordinates that show the origin of the cursor position. To do so, place the cursor to the position on the graphics screen that you would like to define as the new coordinate origin, then press , or select this function. The additional coordinate position for the new origin will also be displayed. Calling up this function again deactivates the display of the additional coordinates.
6.6.6
Alternative text display
Using this function you can switch between the following possibilities of text display on project pages:
If this option has been set, the font

master files is used for the display.
textnorm.fnt from the directory for standard
If this option has not been set, the TrueType graphics character set specified in the
corresponding workstation-specific parameter (Workstation / GDI output format menu path) is used for the screen output.
6.6.7
Display properties
When a component has been selected, this function opens a device-specific window which displays the information on the current component (device designation, connection designations, electrical characteristics, parts data etc.).
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The data of a component cannot be modified here! To edit a symbol, activate the Symbol properties dialog by double-clicking on the desired symbol or selecting Edit/Properties.
6.6.8
Alternative operation
This function allows to switch to the operation used in previous EPLAN versions. Instead of calling a function first and specifying afterwards for which objects it is to be used, you select the objects for which an action is to be carried out first in this mode and afterwards the corresponding option from the Edit menu. Note that actions can only be carried out step-by-step in this mode!
6.6.9
Display message window
Use this function to activate and deactivate the display of the message window containing the current runtime messages. The message window can now be positioned anywhere on the graphics screen, just like the toolbars.
6.7 Free graphics

The Free graphics menu contains the following menu items:
Multiple editing Polyline Line Circle Arc Rectangle Ellipse Free graphics text Rotate Move all Combine Increase/Decrease Element data Dimensioning start Dimensioning end Insert image files Edit image file
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6.7.1
Multiple editing
Use this option to change to a mode with which all the consecutively drawn graphics elements are combined into one object (with one insertion point). In order to change between different element types (for example, a line and an ellipse) no longer press the key, but simply use the menu, keyboard, or toolbar to change to the next element type. The definition of the currently combined graphics element is not completed until you press .
6.7.2
Polyline / Line
The following steps are required to draw a line or polyline:
Call up the function Use the left-hand mouse button or Use the left-hand mouse button or
polyline). to specify the starting point.
Specify the length and direction by using the cursor keys or the mouse.
to specify the end point (or the angle of the
Press
to abort the line function.
If you wish to draw a polyline, you can draw further sections instead of carrying out the fourth step. In both cases you can use the pop-up menu (right-hand mouse button) to call up the element data in order, for example, to modify the line data. The line function has no effect on automatic evaluation runs.
6.7.3
Circle
Entering a circle involves the following steps:
to specify the center.
Specify the radius by using the cursor keys or the mouse.

to confirm the radius.
Use the pop-up menu (right-hand mouse button) to call up the element data in order, for example, to fill a circle.
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6.7.4
Arc
Entering an arc involves the following steps:
Call up the function Use the left-hand mouse button or Use two left-hand mouse clicks or press
circle line. Use the pop-up menu (right-hand mouse button) to call up the element data in order, for example, to select the "Sector" display type. to specify the center.
Specify the radius and angle by using the cursor keys or the mouse.
twice to specify the end points of the
6.7.5
Rectangle
Entering a rectangle involves the following steps:
to specify the first point.
Specify the radius by using the cursor keys or the mouse.

to specify the second point.
Use the pop-up menu (right-hand mouse button) to call up the element data in order, for example, to modify the line data. Only for "PLC overview" page types: This function draws an overview of those PLC inputs and outputs that can be evaluated automatically. To this purpose cross-referenceable device-end terminals must be entered. This function is equivalent to that of a black box on logic pages.
6.7.6
Ellipse
Entering an ellipse involves the following steps:
to specify the center.
Specify the size by using the cursor keys or the mouse.

to confirm the size and position.
Use the pop-up menu (right-hand mouse button) to call up the element data in order, for example, to fill an ellipse.
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6.7.7
Free graphics text
This function is used to save texts on those pages of your project to which no text type is assigned and which are therefore not taken into consideration during evaluations. First determine the position at which the text is to be inserted, then enter the actual text in the dialog box that comes up, and specify the alignment (left-aligned, centered, or right-aligned), the size and the angle of the text by using the corresponding dropdown lists. The Text coordinates group box displays the text coordinates specified by means of the mouse or the arrow keys. These values can be overwritten, as necessary.
6.7.8
Rotate
The Rotate function can only be used for graphics elements. After having called up the function select the object to be rotated by using the mouse or the arrow keys. The graphics object is rotated by 90 each time you click with the left-hand mouse button. Notes:
If you call the function up four times, the object will be in the same position as at the
beginning.
If several graphics elements are combined into one insertion point, all the elements
combined under the insertion point are rotated.
6.7.9
Move all
This menu option provides a particular function while a combined object is being defined or revised : This allows you to move the entire combined element while leaving the insertion point at the original position.
6.7.10 Combine
You can combine several graphics elements at a later point into one element. First call up the Combine menu option. Click where you want the new insertion point of the elements to be combined to be located. The cursor changes its shape, and you can now define a rectangular area which must contain the graphics elements to be combined (to be more precise: their insertion points). After you have pressed the left-hand mouse button once more, the elements are combined into one object. The individual elements can be edited later on, their size can for example be changed.
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6.7.11 Increase / Decrease

With this function you can resize any graphics object by a freely selectable factor. To this purpose select the corresponding object by pressing the left-hand mouse button while the cursor is positioned on the insertion point of the object. Now select the menu option Increase/Decrease. Enter the factor in the subsequent window. In order to simplify its use, an integer value is used at this point: if you want to zoom in, enter a positive value. If you want to zoom out, enter a negative value.
6.7.12 Element data

Once you have selected an Free Graphics element you can call up this function and view or edit the data of the current element in the corresponding dialog box. Depending on the element type, the appearance of the element-specific tabs of this dialog varies.
6.7.13 Dimensioning start / Dimensioning end

With the Dimensioning start function you can define the point at which you want the calculation to start. The Dimensioning end function is used to define a dimensioning point and to specify the position of the dimensioning number.
6.7.14 Insert image files

This function allows you to insert image files of the following file formats into graphics pages:
*.BMP *.GIF *.JPG *.ICO
Image files can only be selected from directories located below EPLAN4\N. You can adjust the image size on graphics pages as well as change the dimension (height and/or width) of the image that is inserted. A check box can be used to have a preview window displayed that shows the graphics of the desired image.
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6.7.15 Edit image file

Use this function to edit image files that have been inserted. When the function has been activated, the cursor symbol changes it shape, and you can drag a frame around the image file. Afterwards the graphics editor linked to the respective file extension is launched. The image shown in the graphics editor can now be edited. This graphics editor is not included in the EPLAN scope of delivery.
6.8 Symbol
The Symbol menu contains the following menu items:
Save/Cancel New Angle variant Revise Import Import basic symbols Export Symbol data Describing block Identifying block Relative insertion point Connecting point
6.8.1
Save / Cancel
When you have revised or created a symbol, you can use this function to save the modifications and to exit the editing mode. When first saving a new symbol the Symbol data window is opened in which you should enter the data for the device designation, connection designations etc.
6.8.2
New
This function allows to create a new symbol. Open the symbol editor to this end. After having activated this function determine the symbol position by clicking the mouse button. In the subsequent dialog box select whether you want to create a new symbol or an angle variant of an already existing symbol. (This prompt window will not be displayed if you are editing the first symbol of an empty symbol file.) When you are finished, specify whether you want the symbol to be entered in the symbol file and, if necessary, assign the necessary properties.
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6.8.3
Angle variant
This function allows to specify the angle variant (this is a variant rotated by 90, 180, or 270) of a symbol. Open the symbol editor to this end. Then specify the insertion point for the rotated variant and select the symbol for which you wish to generate the angle variant. You can edit the angles of rotation to, for example, move text fields out of the way when you rotate a symbol. When you are finished, specify whether you want the symbol to be entered in the symbol file and, if necessary, assign the necessary properties. Symbols created using the Angle variant function are filed as subsymbols. You can then use the symbol editor functions to edit and modify the subsymbols.
6.8.4
Revise
Symbols consist of logical and graphics components. A symbol consists of:
Identifying characteristics such as the symbol number, symbol name, commentary

text, and symbol type
Insertion points Connecting points Symbol graphics Text fields for the "identifying" and "describing" block.
Using the Revise function you can edit the graphics components of a symbol.
6.8.5
Import
All the symbol files in the \EPLAN4\N\<customer code>\SYMBOL.EIP\<Symbol file> directory are displayed for selection in the Import symbol name window. Select the desired symbol there.
6.8.6
Import basic symbols
Select this function if you want to import basic symbols (*.gsb) from the EPLAN4\N directory. These consist of graphics elements as well as insertion and connecting points and overwrite the corresponding elements of the current symbol. However, the existing symbol data are retained.
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6.8.7
Export
You can export symbols in order to import them into other symbol files. To do so, activate the symbol editor by selecting the Symbol/Revise menu item. Click on the symbol to be exported and select the Export option from the Symbol pulldown menu. A special file called SYMBOL.EIP is required in order to use the import/export function. When a symbol is exported for the first time this directory is automatically created below the \EPLAN4\N\<customer code> directory. The file name given to the exported symbol is the designation of the symbol from the symbol file, with no extension. If you export the symbol M6 from the DIN_WUP symbol file, the following file is created:
\EPLAN4\N\<customer code>\SYMBOL.EIP\DIN_WUP\M6
6.8.8
Symbol data
Any symbol data you entered when the symbol was created can be modified subsequently. Select the Symbol data option from the Symbol pulldown menu as soon as you have activated the symbol editor. The Edit symbol window is opened. The following fields are available: Symbol name: The symbol name is the designation by which the symbol is identified in the symbol file. This name is displayed in the symbol selection window during schematic editing. Description: This field is for a freely selectable text entry that describes the symbol in more detail. DD: In this field enter the identifier that is taken into account during online DD assignment. Symbol type: The symbol type is used during the evaluation of symbols for crossreferences. In the case of terminals and contacts the input windows for the symbol properties also change.
6.8.9
Describing block
The describing block (represented by B>>in the graphics editor) contains additional information on a symbol. It consists of text fields for electrical characteristics, function texts etc. Select this function to redefine the position of the describing block.
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6.8.10 Identifying Block

The device is identified by its device designation. The text block of a symbol in which the DD is entered is therefore known as the "identifying block". EPLAN uses the identifying block to differentiate the symbols within a project. The device designation is written to the location in the schematic at which the identifying block was positioned. Select this function to redefine the position of the identifying block.
6.8.11 Relative insertion point

You can use the symbol editor to shift a symbols relative insertion point. To do so, select the corresponding option and drag the insertion point to the new position. When you insert the symbol into the schematic later on, its relative insertion point is located at the center of the symbol cursor.
6.8.12 Connecting point

The connecting point of a symbol defines the location at which a connection in the schematic will be made. If two symbols lie precisely above one another on the same path, or if they are next to each other in the schematic, a connection will be drawn between the two symbols if the points have the appropriate directions (autoconnecting). Connecting points are inserted by using the Symbol/ Connecting point menu item and selecting the corresponding connecting direction.
6.9 Parameters
The "Parameters" menu contains the following menu items:
Project Personal Workstation
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6.9.1
Project
In the subsequent menu of this menu item you can choose between the following parameter fields:
Graphics
Opens a dialog box in which you can set the graphics parameters
Graphics display
Opens a dialog box in which you can set the general display parameters
Symbol file
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the symbol files
Terminals / cables
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for generating terminal and interconnect diagrams
Contactor / cross-reference / wiring

Opens the dialog box in which the parameters for the contactor selection, the crossreference program, and the wirings are specified.
PLC data
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for the display of PLC data
Foreign languages
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for foreign language translation
Message management / DD syntax check

Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for the management of messages that occur during automatic evaluation runs.
6.9.2
Personal
Graphics
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify personal parameters for the graphics (such as Angle of type rotation, Schematics cursor, settings for the Clipboard etc.)
Zoom levels
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for the zoom levels on the graphics screen
Increments
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for the user-specific increments
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Cursor positions
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for the user-specific cursor positions
Colors
Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for the color settings on the graphics screen
6.9.3
Workstation
Define output devices

Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for the output devices
GDI output format

Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for the GDI output format
DXF output parameters

Opens a dialog box in which you can specify the parameters for DXF output.
6.10 Window
The Window menu contains the following menu items:
Cascade Tile horizontally Tile vertically Arrange icons
6.10.1 Cascade
When you use this option the current windows will be cascaded.
6.10.2 Tile horizontally

When you use this option the current windows will be placed next to each other.
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6.10.3 Tile vertically

When you use this option the current windows will be placed one below the other.
6.10.4 Arrange icons

Use this option to arrange the icons in the lower window area.
6.11 View
The View menu contains the following menu items:
Toolbars Refresh screen Page format Change standards Attachment preview Display scroll bars Open zoom Open zoom 80% Close zoom Set view to starting zoom Increase quadrant zoom Decrease quadrant zoom Save zoom levels Activate zoom levels
6.11.1 Toolbars
These menu items are used to activate and deactivate the display of the available toolbars. Every pulldown menu of the graphics editing function has an own toolbar containing the functions most often used.
6.11.2 Refresh screen

This function refreshes the screen, updating the automatic functions such as autoconnecting.
6.11.3 Page format

These menu items allow you to reduce/enlarge the graphics screen to match the paper formats you use (for example, A2).
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6.11.4 Change standards

This function toggles the display between the "DIN" and "JIC" schematic standards. The project data are not changed.
6.11.5 Attachment preview

When inserting, duplicating, and moving symbols and macros containing connecting points, an attachment (vertical or horizontal) which may result therefrom is displayed by a line. It is therefore possible to create an autoconnecting connection to a component, which is not located in the visible screen section, in a safe and reliable way. If you use the orthogonal key [<] the dashed lines will help you to determine the height of the other components in order to place the component at exactly the same height.
6.11.6 Display scroll bars

By using the scrollbars at the right-hand and lower window margin you have the possibility to move the entire screen section. The scroll bars can be deactivated via the View menu in order to enlarge the visible screen section.
6.11.7 Open zoom / Open zoom 80%

An entire schematics page is displayed on the graphics screen. EPLAN offers you several options to enlarge a particular section of the display. When you call up this function the shape of the cursor changes, and you can open a window which defines the new screen section. You can consecutively define several screen sections. The zoom function remains in effect until you exit graphics editing or the zoom function. Zoom levels can be saved.
6.11.8 Close zoom

This function returns the window for the screen section to the most recent setting. If you have consecutively defined several sections, you will also have to repeat this process several times.
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6.11.9 Set view to starting zoom

This functions resets the graphics screen to the A3 default size unless you have defined another start zoom. You can save the current zoom setting for the next start of graphics editing by using the View/Save zoom levels/Save start zoom features.
6.11.10 Increase quadrant zoom / Decrease quadrant zoom

An entire schematics page is displayed on the graphics screen. EPLAN offers you several options to enlarge a particular section of the display.
Pressing Pressing
enlarges the quadrant of the screen in which the cursor is located. returns the screen section to its original size.
The zoom function remains in effect until you exit graphics editing or the zoom function.
6.11.11 Save zoom levels

Use this function to define the starting zoom and ten further zoom levels (zoom levels "0" through "9") to have them always available.
6.11.12 Activate zoom levels

These functions are used to activate the previously defined additional ten zoom levels.
6.12 Help
The Help menu contains the following menu items:
Module help Contents and index About
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6.12.1 Module help / Contents and index

These menu items are used to access the online help system of EPLAN. When you call up the Module help an overview page is displayed for the currently loaded module together with general explanations on its function. From this point you can often branch to other pages which contain detailed information. Contents and index branches to the Help Navigator. Here a table of contents and an index are available. You can change between them by clicking on the tab cards of the same names. The table of contents and index provide rapid access to all the required information of the help system.
6.12.2 About
This menu item branches to a dialog box in which you can view general information on your EPLAN installation (for example, version numbers of individual modules and environment variables used by EPLAN).
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Key commands
7 Key commands
This section provides an overview of the key commands which are available within the graphics editing function. Edit symbol properties Define a window (selected area) Change window corner Increase the quadrant zoom In quadrant zoom mode: Decrease quadrant zoom Close zoom Display properties of an object Set view to A1 Set view to A2 Set view to A3 Set view to starting zoom Open zoom 80% Edit part data of a component Generate symbol macro Duplicate window (selected area) Insert ellipse Search function: Jump to counterpiece On a connecting point: Change the line type for a potential Activate/Deactivate display of the insertion points Insert circle Insert polyline Insert macros Update line types in case of differing potentials Activate/Deactivate page offset Position cursor, i.e. jump directly to the path and position Insert rectangle Set increment Insert text
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Combine elements, i.e. create an insertion point Move Create variable macro Create combined macro Open zoom Save pages Angle down, right Angle down, left Angle up, right Angle up, left Node, down Node, up Node, right Node, left Insert symbols Delete contents of a window (selected area) Left-hand screen edge Right-hand screen edge Next page Previous page Cancel Insert device-end terminals Insert potential arrows Insert cable definition Insert shieldings Insert wiring definition Insert jumper Open zoom Drawing Black Boxes Move screen section to the left Move screen section to the right Move screen section upwards Move screen section downwards
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Key commands
Refresh screen Activate zoom levels 0 through 9 to Alternative text display Move DD Copy elements to the EPLAN Clipboard Free graphics: Element data Page properties Call up selection of search function Insert arcs Plot pages via HPGL Insert elements into search database Copy pages Free graphics: Move all Create page Open pages Print pages Read in backup pages Free graphics: Rotate Save pages Dimensioning end Paste elements from the EPLAN Clipboard Mouse increment on/off Cut elements and copy them to the EPLAN Clipboard Repeat last step Undo last step Activate help system Insert lines Insert PLC end terminals Close graphics editing Create window macros Duplicate window (selected area) Insert macros Create path/PLC macro
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Create page macros Insert DIN box Insert symbol macros Jump to left-hand path Jump to right-hand path Jump to the insertion point at the top of the current path Jump to the insertion point at the bottom of the current path Symbol editing: Connecting point above Symbol editing: Connecting points below Symbol editing: Connecting point above/below Symbol editing: Connecting point on the right Symbol editing: Connecting point on the left Symbol editing: Connecting point on the left/right Start dimensioning Symbol editing: Describing block Edit messages. Search function: Next entry On a connecting point: Change line type for connection Symbol editing: Identifying Block Display parts data at components Panel layout Symbol editing: Edit symbol data Symbol editing: Relative insertion point PLC connection at terminal Interrupt the connections Search function: Previous entry Position cursor, i.e. jump directly to the path and position Draw circles Grid on/off Display symbol extensions Activate/Deactivate page offset Change standards (DIN/JIC) Left-hand insertion point on same level
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Key commands
Right-hand insertion point on same level Upper insertion point in same path Lower insertion point in same path
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Index
8 Index
A
ASCII format...............................................................................................................90
B
Bill of materials.........................................................................................................118
C
Cable type file ...........................................................................................................107 Cables .......................................................................................................................104 Call-up parameters ....................................................................................................141 Command line ...........................................................................................................141 Comment.....................................................................................................................90 Connection bill of materials.................................................................................97, 101 Connector-type file....................................................................................................108 Console .....................................................................................................................141 Contact cross-reference .............................................................................................100 Contactor selection ......................................................................................................97 Contactor specification file ........................................................................................102 Control characters .......................................................................................................94 Control command ........................................................................................................92 Cross-reference............................................................................................................97
D
Data area .....................................................................................................................92 Data field.....................................................................................................................90 alphanumerical.........................................................................................................92 definition..................................................................................................................95 numerical .................................................................................................................91 Data lines ....................................................................................................................99 Documentation database............................................................................................113
E
EDOC selection criteria .....................................................................................................118 EPLAN5.INI .............................................................................................................140 Error number ...............................................................................................................96 Evaluation run .............................................................................................................97
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F
F code ...................................................................................................................91, 97 Field description..........................................................................................................90 Field number ...............................................................................................................91 File number .................................................................................................................91 Font.............................................................................................................................99 Footer area ..................................................................................................................92 Form description .........................................................................................................90 Function text .............................................................................................................104
G
GDI .............................................................................................................................94
H
Header area .................................................................................................................92 Headers .......................................................................................................................99
I
ID................................................................................................................................95 Initialization file ........................................................................................................140 Interconnect diagram ...........................................................................................97, 106
J
Jumper symbol ..........................................................................................................104
L
Labeling ....................................................................................................................126 Phoenix Mark...........................................................................................................98 standard....................................................................................................................98 Language file.............................................................................................................111 List output ...................................................................................................................98 Log form ...................................................................................................................118
M
Message ......................................................................................................................96 number.....................................................................................................................96 Message management..................................................................................................98 Message management file..........................................................................................111 MS DOS input command...........................................................................................141
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Index
P
Page ..........................................................................................................................104 Parameter program output parameter ......................................................................................................94 Phoenix Mark Labeling .............................................................................................130 Point commands ..........................................................................................................94 Potential cross-reference............................................................................................100 Print form....................................................................................................................89 Printer .........................................................................................................................94 font ..........................................................................................................................94 Printer parameters point commands .......................................................................................................94
R
Registry.....................................................................................................................140 Report processor..........................................................................................................89
S
Special codes...............................................................................................................91 Special text................................................................................................................179 Standard labeling.........................................................................................................98 Starting area ..........................................................................................................92, 99 Strip designation........................................................................................................104 SYSTEM.ERR ............................................................................................................96
T
Target........................................................................................................................104 Terminal bill of materials ....................................................................................97, 108 Terminal diagram ................................................................................................97, 103 Text fixed.........................................................................................................................90 Translation ..................................................................................................................98
V
Variable.......................................................................................................................91
W
Wire number .............................................................................................................104 Wiring list ...................................................................................................................97 Wiring List ................................................................................................................101
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1.12.28 1.12.29 1.12.30 1.12.31 1.12.32 1.12.33 1.12.34 1.12.35

2 Creating Print Forms ........................................................................89

2.3.9 Standard Labeling ....................................................................................126

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2.3.10 Phoenix Mark Labeling............................................................................130

3 Import / Export Identifiers (Parts Management) ..........................133 4 Special Settings ................................................................................140

5 Lists and Tables ...............................................................................173

6 Graphics Editing Menu ...................................................................195

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6.5.2 Parts at components .................................................................................217

6.6 Options ........................................................................................................217 6.6.1 Multifunction menu..................................................................................217

6.6.2 6.6.3 6.6.4 6.6.5 6.6.6 6.6.7 6.6.8 6.6.9

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7 Key commands.................................................................................237 8 Index.................................................................................................243

Description of the Messages

1 Description of the Messages

Errors Warnings Notes.

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1.1 Generate Table of Contents

F2201 Page doesnt exist in project

Description of the Messages

1.2 Generate Bill of Materials

F3004 Error opening bill-of-materials file(s)

F3007 Error creating terminal-strip text database

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F3008 Error opening schematic database

F3009 Error reading project header data

Description of the Messages

F3013 Schematic page saving failed

1.3 Load Bill of Materials

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F3101 Error writing to the schematic

H3103 Entry written to the file of differences

F3104 Error reading schematic

H3105 Component not found in component database

Description of the Messages

1.4 Contact Cross-reference Run

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F4001, F4201 Component without designation

F4002 Wrong symbol type

F4003, F4023 Too many contacts/subelements

Description of the Messages

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F4004 Coil already exists

F4005, H4015 Duplicate connection designation

Description of the Messages

F4006 Counter cross-reference to main element already exists

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W4007, W4207, W5018, W5518 Higher-level assignment does not exist

W4009, W4409 Mounting location does not exist

Description of the Messages

1.4.10 F4010 Duplicate component designation or wrong type

1.4.11 W4013 Component without connection designation

1.4.12 W4014 Unnumbered DD

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1.4.13 F4022 Change-over contact display incomplete

1.4.14 W4024 Coil with no contact

1.4.15 W4025 Contact with no coil

Description of the Messages

1.4.16 H4026 No counter-cross-reference to auxiliary element