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How can I use the internet connection on my Android phone to connect to my HMI?

Maple Systems HMI models with built-in Wi-Fi can connect to a phone’s broadcast Wi-Fi Hotspot feature by enabling the Hotspot feature on your phone and entering the Wi-Fi network information from your phone into the HMI’s Wi-Fi network tab. Models without built-in Wi-Fi can also use your Android phone’s internet connection via USB tethering. You…

How do I change the predefined color, size, or orientation of an image In MAPware-7000?

In MAPware-7000 it may be beneficial to change a specific image that has been provided with the software. For example, the color, size, or orientation of the image may need to be changed. Tech Note 7001, “Manipulate and Save Predefined Images,” explains how to find, manipulate, and save predefined images for use in MAPware-7000.

What Is A Local Area Network (LAN)?

A local area network (LAN) is a computer network that interconnects computers within a limited area such as a residence, school, laboratory, university campus or office building. Within an industrial environment, an Industrial Network Switch is the central component that defines and manages the communication paths of the industrial LAN.