PCS7 Web Option V8.0 Mobile
PCS7 Web Option V8.0 Mobile
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Table of contents
1 Task
The process visualization is an essential part of a system. The larger and more
complex a system is, the more information must be processed and visualized.
Stationary operating stations are localized over Ethernet cables and are matched
to the visualization of specific units. The central control room together with its
process operating stations is located far away from the sensors and actuators.
To increase flexibility, one would wish to be able to move freely with a mobile
operating unit inside the system next to the process level components.
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2 Solution
2.1 PCS 7 Process visualization on mobile terminal
devices
The use of mobile terminal devices enables one to get close to all the process-
specific information.
Thanks to the portability, weight and computing power, smartphones and tablets
offer the best conditions for a comfortable and process-oriented operation of the
system. Currently, there is no standardized app for smartphones and tablets, which
connects them directly to a plant. However, there are many apps are available that
can establish a remote connection to a terminal server, which in turn is connected
to the system.
When using mobile devices, process pictures must be scaled as required by the
particular device resolution. The Application Example will help you achieve the best
possible display results.
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This document only deals with the representation and scaling of process pictures
as well as the establishment of the remote connection between the mobile terminal
devices and the terminal server.
NOTE Please note that when applying this example in hazardous areas, the mobile
devices used must be certified accordingly.
Remote app
To enable remote access, there are various apps available from
different providers for Android, iOS and Windows Phone.
Some apps like TeamViewer require additional software on the desired target
computer and a commercial license, while others are based on Remote Desktop
Protocol but are available for free. The remote app "2X RDP Client" has been used
in this Application Example.
This provides the following advantages:
Free of charge
There is no separate software needed on the target computer because"2X
RDP Client" is based on Microsoft's already existing "Remote Desktop"
operating system function and its RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol).
Simple and clear operation
Available for:
- Android smartphones (from V1.5), Android tablets (from V3.0)
- From iOS 3.1.3 for Apple iPad, iPhone und iPod Touch
- Windows Phone 8
Note For more information about the remote app, see the manufacturer's website.
http://www.2x.com/en/rdp-client/devices/
For this reason, it is recommended to use a mobile terminal device having the
same aspect ratio as that of the monitor.
Note When purchasing the mobile terminal device/monitor pay particular attention to
the aspect ratio.
To calculate the aspect ratio, divide the horizontal pixel width by the vertical pixel
width.
Example:
1920 1080 =
1024 768 =
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3. Choose the screen resolution that applies to your monitor in the "layout" tab.
4. Click on the "Apply" button to apply the change.
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4. Switch to the "Graphics runtime" tab. Select the "Adjust Image" radio button
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5. Change the values of the attributes "Scroll bar" and "Scale to window" by
double clicking on "no" in each case and on "yes" for the value of the attribute
Scale to window.
Note Note the value of the attributes, as the changes must be reversed again at a later
stage.
9. Change the values of the attributes "Scroll bar" and "Scale to window" by
double clicking on "no" in each case and on "yes" for the value of the attribute
Scale to window.
10. In the Graphics Designer, run "File> Save All" to save the changes in both process
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2. This opens the dialog box "WinCC Web Publishing Wizard Select files and
folders":
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3. Select the file "@1001.pdl" and click the ">" button to add it to the list of
selected files.
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4. Repeat step 3 with the file "@screen.pdl" and click the "Next >" button.
CAUTION If you have not yet published all process pictures in this way, click the ">>"
button to add all process pictures to the list of selected files.
5. If the list of selected files contains functions, click on the "<<" button to remove
them.
CAUTION If you have not yet published all functions in this way, click the ">>" button to
add all functions to the list of selected files.
7. If the list of selected files contains referenced graphics, click on the "<<" button
to remove them.
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CAUTION If you have not yet published all referenced graphics in this way, click the ">>"
button to add all referenced graphics to the list of selected files.
10. When the process is completed, another dialog box opens. Click the "OK"
button, and then exit the WinCC Web Publishing Wizard.
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11. Repeat all the steps in chapter 3.4 and reverse the changes made to the object
properties of the process pictures.
Note This process is necessary because the changes will affect only the published
process pictures and not the OS station.
The Web server is on the same IP address range as the mobile terminal
device.
Note For more information about installing and configuring the Web Navigator,
Web Server and Web Client, see Chapter 7 "Related Links".
Procedure
1. Open according to the operating system:
3. Enter "2X RDP Client" in the search field and confirm your entry to start
searching.
4. Tap the app shown above called "2X Client RDP" to learn more about the app
and install it.
Note Some apps may require particular permissions to have, for example, access to
the network. Tap on "Accept" to grant these rights to the app.
To download and install apps you require a valid account. You might be
requested to enter your password before downloading.
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Procedure
1. Tap the "2X Client" remote app icon to start it.
5. Under "Alias", enter the connection name and confirm your entry.
Note This connection appears later in the list of possible connections, with the name
specified here.
The connection name doesn't have to be related to the actual name or the
Internet address of the target computer.
6. Under "Server", enter the name or the IP address of the target computer and
confirm your entry.
7. Under "Port", enter the port number and confirm your entry.
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Note The port number of the firewall on the target computer is set to 3389 by default.
If this port number changed, add the changed port number over here.
8. Enter the name of the required Windows user under "Username" and the
corresponding password under "Password", and confirm your entry.
14. Select the resolution you have selected for the OS server in the previous step,
in the OS Project Editor.
Note If your mobile terminal device has a lower resolution, you can still select a high
resolution. The resolution you select here refers to the virtual screen that the
Windows operating system shows you when you connect via RDP.
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4.2 Operation
4.2.1 Establishing a connection to the Web Server
Tap on the name of the established connection to connect to the Web Server.
Tap the three vertically aligned dots to view more options and to edit the
connection settings.
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The remote app supports touch screen operation. This allows you to left-click with
a single tap. You can display a cursor and mouse buttons from the menu bar.
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Left-click
To perform a left-click, tap with a finger on the desired area on the screen.
Alternatively, you can use the on-screen mouse button by moving the cursor over
the desired area and tapping the left mouse button.
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Right-click
To perform a right-click, tap one finger on the desired area, then tap another finger
anywhere else on the screen.
Alternatively, you can use the on-screen mouse button by moving the cursor over
the desired area and tapping the left mouse button.
Scrolling
Tap and hold two fingers on the area you want to scroll, and move your fingers in
the desired direction.
Zooming
Tap and hold two fingers on the area you want to zoom, and move your fingers
away from each other to zoom into the area. Move your fingers towards each other
to zoom out of the area.
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To show or hide the keyboard, tap on the keyboard icon in the menu bar.
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Numeric keypad
To show numbers and other symbols, tap on the button with the three dots and
then on the "&123" button.
Num keyboard
To display the depicted buttons, tap on the button with the three dots and then on
the "Num" button.
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Fn keyboard
To display F buttons (Function buttons) and other symbols, tap on the button with
the three dots and then on the "Fn" button.
To use the entire surface of your touch screen, you can hide the top menu bar.
When you hide the menu bar you get the message saying that the menu bar can
be shown again by swiping it down with three fingers.
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4.2.5 Disconnect
To log off the user and disconnect, proceed as if you were using a normal Windows
computer. Click on Start and log off.
Alternatively, you can disconnect from the menu bar.
It is awkward having to enter the name or IP address of the target computer in the
URL field each time you open Internet Explorer. It is suggested to set the address
of the target computer as a start page.
Procedure
Note To get a faster access to Internet Explorer, we recommend that you create
a shortcut on the desktop or to add a link to Internet Explorer on the task bar.
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3. Enter the name or IP address of the target computer in the "Start page" text
box.
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The URL, Search, Favorites bar, etc, take space unnecessarily on the screen.
To make use of the complete screen size, they should be hidden.
Procedure
1. Open Internet Explorer.
2. First click on "Extra > Full screen (F11)". This hides superfluous toolbars and
the address bar of Internet Explorer.
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The Web Navigator provides plug-ins for Internet Explorer. A plug-in provides
a function which adapts the process pictures to Internet Explorer.
Preparation
You can find out how to install the plug-ins in Chapter 9.5 of the manual "SIMATIC
Process Control System PCS 7 Web Option for OS (V8.0 SP1)" from the following
link:
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Procedure
You are logged on to your Web Server and have connected via the Internet
Explorer.
1. Move the mouse pointer to the left edge of the screen to display the options
bar of the Web Navigator.
4. Select the "Adjust size" radio button in the "Process pictures" area.
5. By clicking on the "Process pictures" link (below in the settings), you will be
redirected to the process pictures.
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Requirement
Connection to the Web Server is established from the Remote app
Web Client is installed.
Plug-ins are installed. (see Chapter 4.3.2).
WinCC Runtime of the Web Server is activated.
Procedure
1. Start the Internet Explorer.
3. Enter your WinCC user name and password in the dialog box "Enter network
password". If you want to save your password, activate the "Remember
password" option button.
Note You can find more information about project management in Chapter 9.6 of
the manual "SIMATIC Process Control System PCS 7 Web Option for OS
(V8.0 SP1)" from the following link:
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5 References
Table 5-1
Subject area Title
\1\ Siemens Industry http://support.automation.siemens.com
Online Support
\2\ Download page http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/102843424
of this entry
\3\ WinCC / http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/78468929
WebNavigator
\4\ Web Server / Web http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/68154057
Client / Web Option
\5\ OS Project Editor http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/73527672
6 History
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