Messages dialog box
The Messages dialog box allows you to read and acknowledge the messages.
How to open
To open the Messages dialog box, select Messages on the top bar. When a new message is issued by the EK80 system, Messages on the top bar will flash. The colour of the triangle reflects the severity of the most serious message. If you hold the cursor over the triangle, a short list of the current messages is shown.
Description
Messages from the EK80 system can be related to any type of hardware or software errors. Messages also communicate events related to the operational performance and conditions. The messages are divided into different types related to their importance. Warnings are indicated with a yellow colour, while errors are indicated with a red colour.
The Messages dialog box shows you the relevant information, the source of the information, and the time of the message. You can select a message text to copy it to the larger text box under the table. This make abbreviated messages easier to read. Several message types are used. The dialog box offers one page for each type.
Message types
Errors
These errors are fatal. Operation of the EK80 system cannot continue. You need to turn off the EK80 system and attempt a restart.
System alarms
These are messages related to the operation of the EK80 system, or to major software components. You can continue the operation, but note that the data provided by the EK80 system may be inaccurate. A restart is recommended.
Operational alarms
These are messages related to environment conditions, interface or other events that are not related to software. Depending of the message nature, check that all interfaces to the EK80 system are operational. A system restart may be required.
Warnings
A warning is issued when an irregular event occurs. Depending on the nature of the message, check what is causing the warning. A restart is normally not required.
Information
An information messages is simply a notification of a minor operational event. No corrective actions are required.
Details
Messages
The messages are listed in a table. For each message, the date and time of issue is shown. The source of the information (for example a software function) is also provided. This information is provided for support
and maintenance use.
Current Message
The text in a message may be longer than the tabular view shows you. To read the complete message, select it. The full text is then copied into the Current Message box.
Mute Message Sound
Messages can be presented using an audible sound. The sound is only provided if your Processor Unit is equipped with a loudspeaker. Select Mute Message Sound to disable the audible signal.
Inhibit Dialog Popup
Select this option to prevent the Messages dialog box from opening automatically.
Note
When this option is enabled, you must keep an eye on the icon on the top bar, as new messages will only be flagged using this
icon.
Delete / Delete All
Select Delete to remove the currently selected message, or Delete All to remove all messages of the current type.
Acknowledge / Acknowledge All
Select Acknowledge to accept the currently selected message, or Acknowledge All to accept all new messages of the current type.