USER INTERFACE FOR WELDING EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS

摘要

A user interface for welding equipment is disclosed. The user interface comprises an architecture which organizes different types of welding controls into pre-defined categories or zones. The zones are arranged in a layout on the interface to provide access to easily see and adjust important weld parameters, particularly weld heat. Main displays and basic heat controls are provided in an upper portion of the display, while less frequently used controls are provided lower in the display, and to the side of the display. Electronic and graphic displays are arranged in levels, providing a limited number of layers, and can be associated with multi-dimensional navigational devices and home buttons to allow for easy navigation through the display.