This dialog enables you to create and edit the properties of a device panel that is not associated with any instrument and which is not connected to any device cable.
To open a supporting table where you can add, modify, or delete items that appear on a given select list, select to the right of the select list arrow.
Panel
Allows you to type a new device panel name or edit the displayed one.
Apply naming convention
Allows you to name the new panel automatically according to the naming conventions that are set for this type of panel in the Administration module. For more information, see Smart Instrumentation Administration Help, Domain Administration > Naming Conventions.
Type
Allows you to select a device panel type.
Manufacturer
Allows you to select a device panel manufacturer.
Model
Allows you to select a device panel model.
Dimensions
Allows you to type the device panel box dimensions.
Area classification
Allows you to select an appropriate device panel area classification. For example, General purpose, Encapsulated type N, Weatherproof, and so forth.
Location
Allows you to select a location of the device panel. For example, Equipment Room, Control Room, Wall-mounted, Console, and so forth. This field is not available in the Reference Explorer.
Mounting
Allows you to type the kind of mounting required for the device panel. You can leave this field blank if there is no mounting.
Backplane
Allows you to enter the type of the device panel backplane or backplane availability if applicable.
Requires power supply
Not available for device panels.
Set as intrinsically safe
Sets the device panel as intrinsically safe so that it complies with intrinsic safety certification for hazardous zones.
Revisions
Allows you to enter and manage panel revisions.
Note
Opens a data window where you can type a brief note as you require.