Rockwell Automation 2706-MB1 MESSAGEVIEW 421 SOFTWARE MANUAL - Manual (Page 141)

7–20 Creating Messages
Publication 2706-817
Adding graphics to a message
A set of 32 ISA bitmap graphics is supplied with MessageBuilder
software. They illustrate components commonly used in
manufacturing. See Page B–6 for the list of ISA symbols.
Graphics may be embedded in a message. Each graphic occupies an
area 24 x 16 pixels: the area required by two half display mode
characters. Since a message has a maximum of 100 characters, it can
theoretically have up to 50 graphics symbols. Graphics cannot be
resized.
Note: Graphics may be embedded only in half text size display
mode messages. If they are used in quarter or full text size display
mode messages, the application will not pass Validation.
To add a graphic to a message:
1. Set the insertion pointer in the Message Edit box where the
graphic should be placed.
2. Click on the Embedded Variable tool to display a menu of
choices.
Or select the Format menu to display a similar menu.
3. Select Graphic to display the Select Graphic dialog which
illustrates and names all 32 ISA symbols:
4. Use the scroll bar if necessary to display the required graphic
symbol.
5. Double-click on the symbol.
Or highlight the symbol and select OK.
A placeholder, Gr, is added to the message at the insertion point.
Note: A Graphic placeholder may be removed using the Backspace
key or the Cut tool or command. It can be pasted only when the
entire message is copied and pasted as described on Page 7–8.