Configuration of Sigma Live Alarm Printer Filtering

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Issue

How to correctly configure Live Alarm Printer filtering in Sigma to ensure appropriate alarm printing behavior.

Product Line

Satchwell BAS & Sigma

Environment

Satchwell Sigma

Cause

The configuration of alarm printer filters in Sigma can be misunderstood, leading to incorrect or incomplete alarm printing. Only one filter can be selected per function per printer, which may limit flexibility if not properly set up.

Resolution

To configure Live Alarm Printer filtering in Sigma:

1. Access Printer Filters:

   • Open Sigma Alarm Manager.
   • Navigate to Configure > Printer Filters.

2. Create Filters:

   • Create up to two filters:
     • One for “Filter Alarms to Printer”.
     • One for “Filter Alarms to print now”.
   • Note: Depending on site requirements, only one filter may be necessary.

3. Assign Filters to Printer:

   • Go to Configure > Live Printers.
   • Select a Live Alarm Printer from the list.
   • Assign the appropriate filters:
     • Filter Alarms to Printer.
     • Filter Alarms to print now.

4. Repeat for Additional Printers:

   • If multiple printers are used for live alarms, repeat the above steps.
   • Ensure the correct printer is selected before assigning filters.