In Run mode Exaquantum/Explorer has all the features and functionality needed to monitor the plant and analyse data effectively. It has the same ‘easy-to-use’ features found in many contemporary software packages.
The Exaquantum/Explorer desktop, in Run mode comprises the following components:
Work Area – this is where the documents are displayed and where the user interacts with them
Application Launcher – used to quickly open frequenty used applications, such as Microsoft Word, Excel or Exquantum/Explorer workbooks and documents
Data Selector – shows the hierarchical structure that represents the available Exaquantum process data values
In Run mode when a mimic is called up, the following happens:
Exaquantum/Explorer loads the document
The mimic is drawn
Any live data controls register themselves with the Exaquantum/PIMS server
The Exaquantum/PIMS server responds by sending its current data, and if the mimic is a live updating one, the server sends Exaquantum/Explorer updated values whenever they change. You will see the latest process values being displayed on your screens.
Exaquantum/Explorer monitors the input controls (eg command buttons) and, when they are pressed, executes the associated script. This then makes the pre-programmed actions occur.
This versatility of content allows a wide range of user interface screens to be produced.
Exaquantum/Explorer provides mimics almost identical to that found on contemporary process control systems, e.g. HMI and SCADA systems. A mimic consists of a static schematic representation of the production process. The mimic is superimposed with data in the form of bar-graphs, updating textual values, etc. which reflect the current state of the process. Various button controls can be added, allowing easy navigation and accessing of other functions such as tag details, trend pages, etc.