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=Overview=
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There are 7 different types of Data Fields available. The specific type is dependent upon the module type (PSM, TIM or BSC). Data Fields can only be added to Processes and Alarms. All Data Field types are explained below. This guide shows how to add a data field to an existing device.
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=Requirements=
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'''1.''' You must have a physical BSC, TIM, PSM or a license for a PC BSC Module or PC Input Module.
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'''2.''' The BSC, TIM, PC BSC Module or PC Input Module Plug In(s) must be loaded on the system.
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'''3.''' The configuration must contain an Alarm or Process.
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=Instructions=
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'''1.''' Open VT3000 web interface - log in - select Configuration – select Devices.
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|<big>'''Overview'''</big>
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|There are 7 different types of Data Fields available. The specific type is dependent upon the module type (PSM, TIM or BSC). Data Fields can only be added to Processes and Alarms. All Data Field types are explained below. This guide shows how to add a data field to an existing device.
'''2.''' Select the Device to edited - click on the Edit button.
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|<big>'''Requirements'''</big>
 
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'''3.''' Select the Monitoring Points tab.
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|'''1.'''  The VT3000 Core Software installed and running on your system.
 
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'''4.''' Select the Alarm or Process to add a data field to.
|'''2.''' Hardware: Coordinator must be setup, powered and communicating with the VT3000 Core Software.
 
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|'''3.''' Software - PC BSC or PC Input Module plug in must be loaded in your system..
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|'''4.'''  Hardware - BSC or TIM plugin must be loaded in your system.
 
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|'''5.''' Hardware - BSC, TIM or PSM must be powered & communicating with the system.
'''5.''' Select the Data Field icon in the Monitoring Points tool box.
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|'''6.'''  The Configuration must contain at least one Alarm or Process.
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==Data Field Types==
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There are multiple data field types - each is explained in the section below. Select the type that best fills your configuration need/requirement.
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'''6. Key Input''' – requires the operator to type information using the on-screen keyboard.
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|<big>'''Key Input Data Field'''</big>
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    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the data field.
|Requires the operator to type in information on the screen using the on-screen keyboard.
    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
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          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process/Alarm.
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          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process/Alarm is active.
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          '''iii. At End - when the Process/Alarm is cleared/stopped.
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    '''c. Source Type''' – select Key Input.
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    '''d. Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
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    '''e. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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    '''f. Value Type''' – there are 4 options available.
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          '''i. Text''' – all characters typed are accepted.
|'''Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
          '''ii. Numeric (Integer)''' – only numbers are accepted.
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          '''iii. Numeric (Decimal)''' – only numbers with decimals are accepted.
|'''MODE - At Start''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
          '''iv. True/False''' – a bubble on touch screen to mark True or False.
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|'''MODE - During''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
 
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'''7. NFC''' – information entered from Near Field Communications device. This option is only available on specific touch screens.
|'''MODE - At End''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
 
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|'''Source Type''' – select Key Input.
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|'''Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
 
|-
    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the field.
|'''Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
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          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process/Alarm.
|'''VALUE TYPE - Text''' - all characters typed in will be accepted/recorded.
          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process or Alarm is active.
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          '''iii. At End - when the Process/Alarm is cleared/stopped.
|'''VALUE TYPE - Numeric (Integer)''' - only numbers will be accepted/recorded.
    '''c. Source Type''' – select NFC.
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    '''d. Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
|'''VALUE TYPE - Numeric (Decimal)''' - only numbers with decimals will be accepted/recorded.
    '''e. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data field at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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    '''f. Value Type''' – there are 4 options available.
|'''VALUE TYPE - True/False''' - a bubble will show on the screen (True or False) the operator will have to select one - the value will be recorded.
          '''i. Text''' – all characters are accepted.
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          '''ii. Numeric (Integer)''' – only numbers are accepted.
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          '''iii. Numeric (Decimal)''' – only numbers with decimals are accepted.
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          '''iv. True/False''' – not applicable.
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'''8. Barcode Reader - Data Field''' – this option requires the operator to enter the information with a barcode scanner.
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|<big>'''NFC Data Field'''</big>
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    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
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    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
|Information entered from Near Field Communications device. This option is only available on specific touch screens.
          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process or Alarm.
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          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process or Alarm is active.
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          '''iii. At End - when the Process or Alarm is cleared/stopped.
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    '''c. Source Type''' – select the type of data field - this example select Barcode.
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    '''d. Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
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    '''e. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data field at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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    '''f. Value Type''' – there are 4 options available.
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          '''i. Text''' – all characters are accepted.
|-
          '''ii. Numeric (Integer)''' – only numbers are accepted.
|'''Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
          '''iii. Numeric (Decimal)''' – only numbers with decimals are accepted.
|-
          '''iv. True/False''' – not applicable.
|'''MODE - At Start''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
 
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|'''MODE - During''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
'''9. Shared List - Data Field''' – this option requires the operator to select options from a list. '''NOTE:''' a Shared List must be created prior to setting up this type of data field [[VT3000_-_Add_Shared_List|'''Click Here''']] for instructions.
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|'''MODE - At End''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
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|'''Source Type''' – select NFC.
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|'''Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
|-
    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
|'''Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process or Alarm.
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          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process or Alarm is active.
|'''Value Type''' - select text other options are Not Applicable to an NFC device.
          '''iii. At End - when the Process or Alarm is cleared/stopped.
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    '''c. Source Type''' – select the type of data field - this example select List.
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    '''d. Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
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    '''e. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data field at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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    '''f. Source''' – select Shared List for this example.
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    '''g. List''' – click on the down arrow to select Shared List.
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    '''h. Value Type''' – there are 4 options available.
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          '''i. Text''' – all characters are accepted.
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          '''ii. Numeric (Integer)''' – only numbers are accepted.
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          '''iii. Numeric (Decimal)''' – only numbers with decimals are accepted.
|<big>'''Barcode Reader Data Field'''</big>
          '''iv. True/False''' – not applicable.
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'''10. Static List - Data Field''' – this option requires the operator to select options from a list. The list will be created specifically for this device only.
|This option requires the operator to enter the information with a barcode scanner.
 
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    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
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    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
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          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process or Alarm.
|-
          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process or Alarm is active.
|'''Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
          '''iii. At End -  when the Process or Alarm is cleared/stopped.
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    '''c. Source Type''' – select the type of data field - this example select List.
|'''MODE - At Start''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
    '''d. Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
|-
    '''e. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data field at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
|'''MODE - During''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
    '''f. Source''' – select Static for this example.
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|'''MODE - At End''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
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|'''Source Type''' – select Barcode.
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|'''Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
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</gallery>
|'''Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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File:3163_16.png|Item Properties
|'''Value Type''' - select text other options are Not Applicable to a Barcode Reader.
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    '''g. List Items''' – a new List tab will show - Select this tab to add items.
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          '''i. Adding an Item''' – select plus icon in the tool box. Fill out the Item properties box.
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              '''1. Name''' – enter a name for the item.
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              '''2. Value''' – enter a name for the item to be stored in the database.
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          '''ii.''' Repeat the steps to add additional items - select the Data Field tab.
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    '''h. Value Type''' – there are 4 options available.
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          '''i. Text''' – all characters are accepted.
|-
          '''ii. Numeric (Integer)''' – only numbers are accepted.
|<big>'''List Data Field- Shared List'''</big>
          '''iii. Numeric (Decimal)''' – only numbers with decimals are accepted.
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          '''iv. True/False''' – not applicable.
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|This option requires the operator to select options from a list. '''NOTE:''' a Shared List must be created prior to setting up this type of data field [[VT3000_-_Add_Shared_List|'''Click Here''']] for instructions.
'''11. Shared List Tally - Data Field''' – this option requires the operator to enter a value for each item. This option is most commonly used for Scrap. '''NOTE:''' a Shared List must be created prior to setting up this type of data field [[VT3000_-_Add_Shared_List|'''Click Here''']] for instructions.
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    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
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    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
|-
          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process or Alarm.
|'''Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process or Alarm is active.
|-
          '''iii. At End -  when the Process or Alarm is cleared/stopped.
|'''MODE - At Start''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
    '''c. Source Type''' – select the type of data field - this example select Tally.
|-
    '''d. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data field at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
|'''MODE - During''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
    '''e. Source''' – select Shared List for this example.
|-
    '''f. List''' – click on the down arrow to select a Shared List.
|'''MODE - At End''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
 
|-
 
|'''Source Type''' – select List.
'''12. Static List Tally - Data Field''' – this option requires the operator to enter a value for each item.
|-
 
|'''Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
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|-
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|'''Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
</gallery>
|-
 
|'''Source''' - select Shared List
    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
|-
    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
||'''List''' - select the down arrow & select the shared list you want to use for this data field.
          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process or Alarm.
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          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process or Alarm is active.
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          '''iii. At End -  when the Process or Alarm is cleared/stopped.
|}
    '''c. Source Type''' – select the type of data field - this example select Tally.
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    '''d. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data field at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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    '''e. Source''' – select Static for this example.
 
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File:3163_14.png|Tab
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File:3163_15.png|Item Tools
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File:3163_16.png|Item Properties
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    '''f. List Items''' – a new List tab will show - Select this tab to add items.
          '''i. Adding an Item''' – select plus icon in the tool box. Fill out the Item properties box.
              '''1. Name''' – enter a name for the item.
              '''2. Value''' – enter a name for the item to be stored in the database.
          '''ii.''' Repeat the steps to add additional items - select the Data Field tab.
 
 
'''13. Shared List - Checklist - Data Field''' – this type allows the operator to check a box or select an option for the list item. '''NOTE:''' a Shared List must be created prior to setting up this type of data field [[VT3000_-_Add_Shared_List|'''Click Here''']] for instructions.
 
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    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process or Alarm.
          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process or Alarm is active.
          '''iii. At End -  when the Process or Alarm is cleared/stopped.
    '''c. Source Type''' – select the type of data field - this example select Checklist.
    '''d. Options''' – select how the data can be entered.
          '''i. Not Required''' – allow the operator to leave the field blank.
          '''ii. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allow the operator to change the data field at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
    '''e. Style''' – select the type of checklist.
          '''i. Checkbox''' – check box will show next to the item.
          '''ii. Pass/Fail''' – a Pass and Fail option will show by the item.
          '''iii. Pass/Fail/Nothing''' – a Pass, Fail or Nothing option will show next to the item.
    '''f. Requirements''' – select the properties of the checklist.
          '''i. None''' – operator is not require to make a selection.
          '''ii. Require Selection''' – operator must make a selection.
          '''iii. Require Pass''' – operator must select Pass for each item.
    '''g. Source''' – select Shared List for this example.
    '''h. List''' – click on the down arrow to select a Shared List.
 
 
'''14. Static List – Checklist - Data Field''' –  allows the operator to select a box or option for a list item.
 
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    '''a. Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
    '''b. Mode''' – select when the data field should show.
          '''i. At Start''' - beginning of Process or Alarm.
          '''ii. During''' - anytime while the Process or Alarm is active.
          '''iii. At End -  when the Process or Alarm is cleared/stopped.
    '''c. Source Type''' – select Checklist for this example.
    '''d. Options''' – select how the data can be entered.
          '''i. Not Required''' – allow the operator to leave the field blank.
          '''ii. Allow Modification Anytime''' – allow the operator to change the data field at any time while the Process/Alarm is active..
    '''e. Style''' – select the type of checklist.
          '''i. Checkbox''' – check box will show next to the item.
          '''ii. Pass/Fail''' – a Pass and Fail option will show by the item.
          '''iii. Pass/Fail/Nothing''' – a Pass, Fail or Nothing option will show next to the item.
    '''f. Requirements''' – select the properties of the checklist.
          '''i. None''' – operator is not require to make a selection.
          '''ii. Require Selection''' – operator must make a selection.
          '''iii. Require Pass''' – operator must select Pass for each item.
    '''g. Source''' – select Static for this example.
 
<gallery widths=269 heights=49>
File:3163_14.png|Tab
</gallery>
<gallery widths=260 heights=84>
File:3163_15.png|Item Tools
</gallery>
<gallery widths=285 heights=157>
File:3163_16.png|Item Properties
</gallery>
 
    '''h. List Items''' – a new List tab will show - Select this tab to add items.
          '''i. Adding an Item''' – select plus icon in the tool box. Fill out the Item properties box.
              '''1. Name''' – enter a name for the item.
              '''2. Value''' – enter a name for the item to be stored in the database.
          '''ii.''' Repeat the steps to add additional items - select the Data Field tab.
 
 
'''15.''' Lookup Data Field – this is a custom option used for systems requiring a customized configuration. If you have this type of Data Field, please contact VersaCall for assistance.
 
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|-
|<big>'''List Data Field - Static List'''</big>
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|valign="top" |
|-
|This option requires the operator to select options from a list. The list will be created specifically for this device only.
{|style="margin:left;"
|valign="top" |
{|class="wikitable" style=" align=center; background:white; width: 775px;"
|-
|[[File:3163_13.png|center|500px]]
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|'''Data Field Name''' – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
|-
|'''MODE - At Start''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
|-
|'''MODE - During''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
|-
|'''MODE - At End''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
|-
|'''Source Type''' – select List.
|-
|'''Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
|-
|'''Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
|-
|'''Source''' - select Static List
|-
|'''Value Type''' - select Text other options are Not Applicable to a List.
|}
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|style="text-align:center" | '''Static Item List Setup'''
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|Select the List Items tab in the Data Field Properties menu. || Select the Add (Plus Icon) from the List Items toolbox.
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|style="text-align:center" | '''Item Properties'''
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|'''Name''' – enter a name for the item.
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|'''Value''' - if you want to store a different name/value than is in the Name field, check the Value box and enter the name.
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|-
|<big>'''Tally Data Field - Shared List'''</big>
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|valign="top" |
|-
|This option requires the operator to enter a value for each item using a (+) or (-) button.
{|style="margin:left;"
|valign="top" |
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|'''MODE - At End''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
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|'''Source Type''' – select Tally.
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|'''Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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|'''Source''' - select Shared List.
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|'''MODE - At End''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
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|'''Source Type''' – select Checklist.
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|'''Not Required''' – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
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|'''Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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|'''STYLE - Checkbox''' - check box will show next to the item.
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|'''STYLE - Pass/Fail''' - a Pass and Fail option will show by the item.
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|'''STYLE - Pass/Fail/Nothing''' - a Pass, Fail or Nothing option will show next to the item.
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|'''REQUIREMENTS - None''' - operator is not require to make a selection.
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|'''REQUIREMENTS - Require Selection''' - operator must make a selection.
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|'''REQUIREMENTS - Require Pass''' - operator must select Pass for each item.
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|'''Source''' - select Shared List.
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|'''MODE - During''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
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|'''MODE - At End''' - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
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|'''Source Type''' – select Checklist.
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|'''Allow Modification Anytime''' – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
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|'''REQUIREMENTS - None''' - operator is not require to make a selection.
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|'''REQUIREMENTS - Require Selection''' - operator must make a selection.
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|'''REQUIREMENTS - Require Pass''' - operator must select Pass for each item.
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|'''Source''' - select Static.
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|'''Name''' – enter a name for the item.
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Overview
There are 7 different types of Data Fields available. The specific type is dependent upon the module type (PSM, TIM or BSC). Data Fields can only be added to Processes and Alarms. All Data Field types are explained below. This guide shows how to add a data field to an existing device.


Requirements
See Requirements Here
1. The VT3000 Core Software installed and running on your system.
2. Hardware: Coordinator must be setup, powered and communicating with the VT3000 Core Software.
3. Software - PC BSC or PC Input Module plug in must be loaded in your system..
4. Hardware - BSC or TIM plugin must be loaded in your system.
5. Hardware - BSC, TIM or PSM must be powered & communicating with the system.
6. The Configuration must contain at least one Alarm or Process.



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Key Input Data Field
Requires the operator to type in information on the screen using the on-screen keyboard.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select Key Input.
Not Required – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
VALUE TYPE - Text - all characters typed in will be accepted/recorded.
VALUE TYPE - Numeric (Integer) - only numbers will be accepted/recorded.
VALUE TYPE - Numeric (Decimal) - only numbers with decimals will be accepted/recorded.
VALUE TYPE - True/False - a bubble will show on the screen (True or False) the operator will have to select one - the value will be recorded.



NFC Data Field
Information entered from Near Field Communications device. This option is only available on specific touch screens.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select NFC.
Not Required – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
Value Type - select text other options are Not Applicable to an NFC device.



Barcode Reader Data Field
This option requires the operator to enter the information with a barcode scanner.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select Barcode.
Not Required – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
Value Type - select text other options are Not Applicable to a Barcode Reader.



List Data Field- Shared List
This option requires the operator to select options from a list. NOTE: a Shared List must be created prior to setting up this type of data field Click Here for instructions.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select List.
Not Required – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
Source - select Shared List
List - select the down arrow & select the shared list you want to use for this data field.



List Data Field - Static List
This option requires the operator to select options from a list. The list will be created specifically for this device only.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select List.
Not Required – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
Source - select Static List
Value Type - select Text other options are Not Applicable to a List.
Static Item List Setup
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Select the List Items tab in the Data Field Properties menu. Select the Add (Plus Icon) from the List Items toolbox.
Item Properties
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Name – enter a name for the item.
Value - if you want to store a different name/value than is in the Name field, check the Value box and enter the name.



Tally Data Field - Shared List
This option requires the operator to enter a value for each item using a (+) or (-) button.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select Tally.
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
Source - select Shared List.
List - select the down arrow & select the shared list you want to use for this data field.



Tally Data Field - Static List
This option requires the operator to enter a value for each item using a (+) or (-) button.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select Tally.
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
Source - select Static.
Static Item List Setup
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Select the List Items tab in the Data Field Properties menu. Select the Add (Plus Icon) from the List Items toolbox.
Item Properties
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Name – enter a name for the item.
Value - if you want to store a different name/value than is in the Name field, check the Value box and enter the name.



Check List Data Field - Shared List
This option requires the operator to enter a value for each item using a (+) or (-) button.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select Checklist.
Not Required – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
STYLE - Checkbox - check box will show next to the item.
STYLE - Pass/Fail - a Pass and Fail option will show by the item.
STYLE - Pass/Fail/Nothing - a Pass, Fail or Nothing option will show next to the item.
REQUIREMENTS - None - operator is not require to make a selection.
REQUIREMENTS - Require Selection - operator must make a selection.
REQUIREMENTS - Require Pass - operator must select Pass for each item.
Source - select Shared List.
List - select the down arrow & select the shared list you want to use for this data field.



Check List Data Field - Static List
This option requires the operator to enter a value for each item using a (+) or (-) button.
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Data Field Name – enter a name for the data field - this will show on the touch screen as the title.
MODE - At Start - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is started.
MODE - During - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is active/running.
MODE - At End - select to show the data field when the Process/Alarm is ended.
Source Type – select Checklist.
Not Required – allows the operator to leave the field blank (no data).
Allow Modification Anytime – allows the operator to change the data at any time while the Process/Alarm is active.
STYLE - Checkbox - check box will show next to the item.
STYLE - Pass/Fail - a Pass and Fail option will show by the item.
STYLE - Pass/Fail/Nothing - a Pass, Fail or Nothing option will show next to the item.
REQUIREMENTS - None - operator is not require to make a selection.
REQUIREMENTS - Require Selection - operator must make a selection.
REQUIREMENTS - Require Pass - operator must select Pass for each item.
Source - select Static.
Static Item List Setup
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Select the List Items tab in the Data Field Properties menu. Select the Add (Plus Icon) from the List Items toolbox.
Item Properties
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Name – enter a name for the item.
Value - if you want to store a different name/value than is in the Name field, check the Value box and enter the name.



Lookup Data Fields
This is a custom option used for system with specific requirements. If you have this type of data field or you want to set one up, please contact VersaCall Support for further assistance.



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Add a List Data Field (Static List) - BSC
Add a List Data Field (Static List) - PSM, TIM
Add a List Data Field (Shared List) - BSC
Add a List Data Field (Shared List) - PSM, TIM
Create a Shared List



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