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What is Monitor Mode?

Monitor Mode is a feature exclusive to the Windows® version of the cMT Viewer application. It allows real time data to be displayed from up to 50 cMT servers simultaneously. Each cMT server is displayed as a tile in a grid. This special overview screen is configured on window 3 of the cMT server’s EBPro…

Why would I use a HMI without a display?

Select Maple Systems’ HMIs without a display is a great solution if you need a gateway between your control system and the supervisor’s office. Many MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), SCM (Supply Chain Management), and MRP (Material Requirements Planning) software does not support the myriad of communication drivers used in industrial PLCs,…

Define Server

In computing, a server is a computer program or a device that provides functionality for other programs or devices, called “clients”. This architecture is called the client–server model, and a single overall computation is distributed across multiple processes or devices. Servers can provide various functionalities, often called “services”, such as sharing data or resources among…

How do I know what Ethernet/TCP port I should use when setting up my Maple Systems HMI?

HMIs use a number of Ethernet/TCP ports when doing various tasks. Many of the features use Ethernet communication, often with a specified port. TN5127 has a list of the TCP ports used for various features: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:”Table Normal”; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-parent:””;…

Why would I use a headless HMI unit instead of a touchscreen HMI?

Most HMIs have a built-in touchscreen to provide feedback and allow input from on-site personnel. If that is all that’s required, a standard HMI may be sufficient. On the other hand, if you have limited panel space, no need for a touch screen, and want the convenience of monitoring and accessing your system without having…

Can I control the operations of a system from a remote location?

With a HMI or cMT, the cMT Viewer app will allow you to monitor conditions and interact with your system remotely. The free cMT Viewer app is available for PCs, Android, and Apple devices. This feature must be programmed by you and can be entirely disabled, so the decision is entirely yours. Maple Systems strongly…

How do I set up the IP Address of my Maple Systems HMI or cMT?

The IP address for the HMI is configured in the System Settings window in the HMI. When you first receive your HMI, it is running the demo project for that particular model. You will see an arrow in the bottom-right corner of the screen that gives you access to the System Toolbar when you touch…