Overview

DataXchange uses Expressions to evaluate and process incoming data from the Data Entry Screen.  Therefore, the Data Entry Screen Source needs to be added in the Communication section for each piece of equipment that will receive data from a data entry screen.  The appropriate expressions must also be added to process the incoming data.

To add the Source, connect to the DX Service from the DataXchange tab and then select the Equipment in the list.  If the Equipment is currently collecting data, press the Stop button in the DX Commands section to disable the active communication.  Press the Communications button in the ribbon bar in the DX Setup section and add the Data Entry Screen option For the Communication Type.

The Data Entry screen uses the Data Listener Variables.  There are multiple default expressions that come with DataXchange that just need to be assigned to get up and running with the Data Entry functionality.  An expression needs to be added for the start and end for each Status Type that the Data Entry screen will be used for.

In the Example below the appropriate expressions have been added for both Planned and Unplanned Downtime.  Note that the Planned and Unplanned Downtime Specific End expression were added.  The expressions without the Specific End functionality are used for barcode scanners to make using barcode scanners easier. 

Once the expressions have been setup the Data Entry Shop Floor Interface must be configured.  The Data Entry functionality is now ready for use.

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