Display design

Problems	Inflexible program interfaces communicate a low information density, and may overtax the operator mentally. Conversely, inefficiently designed displays of the operating status may make monitoring tasks tiring and monotonous. This not only constitutes mental stress for the operator, but also increases the risk of error.
Stress category	Design of operator interfaces Overload caused by the work task
Solution	On the DMG Ergoline Control, the machine status is primarily displayed on a high-quality 19" colour display. The control software provides clear, user-friendly information and control through a number of sub-menus (see also EN 894-1:2009; EN 894-2:2009). Additional displays at the bottom of the controls are available as an option.
Principle of operation	Use of large, high-resolution display elements Observance of the principles of dialog design in the development of control software
Standards	EN 894-1: Safety of machinery - Ergonomics requirements for the design of displays and control actuators - Part 1: General principles for human interactions with displays and control actuators EN 894-2: Safety of machinery - Ergonomics requirements for the design of displays and control actuators - Part 2: Displays