What is a Remote Access (HMI)?
Remote access is the ability to access an HMI from another device, at any time, and from anywhere. Common remote access software options include: VPN, VNC, Cloud Enabled.
Maple Systems’ types of remote access we offer:
EasyAccess2.0
EasyAccess2.0 is a secure access utility that enables remote access to Maple Systems’ HMI and cMT Series devices. View and control any remote HMI with EasyAccess 2.0 from a PC or mobile device, allowing you to resolve issues immediately as they arise from anywhere in the world.
- Control your remote HMIs as though you’re standing in front of them.
- Upload/Download projects to modify and test your HMI Programs.
- Interact with connected PLCs using the PLC Passthrough mode.
cMT Viewer
cMT Viewer is remote connection software built into our EBPro HMI configuration platform. It works with select Maple Systems IIoT-ready HMIs and can run on PCs, Panel PCs, iPads, and Android tablets. Also, with cMT Viewer, you can easily monitor and manage your devices from anywhere.
Key benefits include:
- Free download for quick setup
- Monitor up to 50 HMIs simultaneously
- Faster connections with less bandwidth (only application data is exchanged)
To learn more, read our article What is cMT Viewer?
WebView
WebView enables you to point your browser to the supported HMI’s IP address on your local network and log in. Now you have access to all the functions, data, and project screens from your HMI application. You can access system settings, navigate to any window, and fully control your HMI from anywhere. It works just like VNC, but without requiring you to download or install any additional software!
VNC
VNC (Virtual Network Computing) server is built in on all our HMIs. Any third party VNC viewer client can log into a Maple HMI to see and control exactly what’s shown on the HMI screen. Configurable options on the Maple HMI include: set a password, enable monitor mode (view only – no control), allow single connection or multiple connections.