Switch/Lamp Introduction

Switch/Lamp Feature Description

The Switch/Lamp object is a GUI object that allows user to control the state of a tag via a switch and display the state of a tag via a lamp. Users are able change the state of the tag by toggling the switch on and off. The lamp will reflect the state of the tag by changing color based on the state of the tag.

Switch/Lamp Designer Functionalities

Click Insert > Switch/Lamp, or the Insert Switch/Lamp icon on the toolbar, and click and drag on the page to bring up the switch/lamp object as shown below:

Properties

The Switch/Lamp object can be customized based on specific properties.

To ensure the property windows are enabled, click View > Properties.

Basic Properties

The Basic Properties section allows users to change the displayed content and formatting within the object. Users can add new states to the Switch/Lamp within this section.

Appearance

The Appearance section enables the use of selections to alter visible characteristics.

Position

The Position section provides adjustable properties that reshape or move the Switch/Lamp object.

Actions

If the Switch/Lamp is pressed, released, or double-clicked, the action button runs a script or command. This is controlled under the On Press, On Release, or On Double click section of the Actions section.

Permissions can be assigned to the Switch/Lamp object through the Identity and Access Management feature.