# Maple Systems

> Leading manufacturer and distributor of Touch Screen HMIs, PLCs, Touch Screen PCs, Box PCs, Operator Interface Terminals, PLC\+HMIs, and SCADA Software to the automation industry\.

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## Pages
- [Why OEMs Choose Maple Systems](https://maplesystems.com/oem/)
- [Embedded Industrial Box PC](https://maplesystems.com/embedded-industrial-box-pc/)
- [Programming Manuals \& Installation Guides](https://maplesystems.com/support-center/manual-guides/)
- [High Brightness HMI](https://maplesystems.com/hmi/high-brightness/)
- [Industrial Computers](https://maplesystems.com/computers/): As the leading Industrial PC \(IPC\) provider, Maple Systems Edge Computing solutions, offering high performance CPU and GPU computing with compact designs

## Posts
- [Exploring the Integrated Safety Features of Maple Systems' Handheld HMI](https://maplesystems.com/exploring-integrated-safety-features-maple-systems-handheld-hmi/): A handheld HMI improves operator mobility, machine safety, and maintenance efficiency by combining a portable touchscreen interface with hardware\-level safety controls\. Maple Systems' handheld HMI, lets technicians maintain, and program machinery directly at the point of work, instead of making repeated trips back to a fixed HMI panel\. 
- [M12 Connectors in Industrial Automation](https://maplesystems.com/m12-connectors-in-industrial-automation/): M12 connectors are circular connectors featuring a 12mm locking thread, which is where their name originates\. Engineers design these connectors for environments where reliability is crucial\. M12 connectors resist moisture, dust, and vibration, originally serving sensor and actuator connections in automation\. Today, they power a wide range of sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, and process control\. 
- [Push Buttons, Selector Switches, and Indicator Lights in Industrial Control Systems](https://maplesystems.com/industrial-push-buttons-selector-switches-indicator-lights/): Proper operator interface device selection is critical to designing safe, reliable, and maintainable industrial control systems\. This guide examines indicator lights, push buttons, selector switches, and emergency stops, covering their operating principles, control panel integration, and real\-world machine control applications\.
- [Understanding How Push Buttons Work](https://maplesystems.com/understanding-how-push-buttons-work/): The push button switch is a masterpiece of mechanical simplicity\. By using a spring\-loaded actuator to bridge or break a gap between two metal terminals, it allows for the safe and instantaneous control of complex electrical systems\.
- [A Guide to Industrial Push Buttons](https://maplesystems.com/industrial-push-button-guide/): In a world increasingly dominated by touchscreens and complex graphical interfaces, the humble push button remains an indispensable and critical component in the industrial marketplace\. From the earliest electric light switches in the late 19th century to their modern\-day, rugged counterparts in advanced automation systems, these "original" human\-machine interfaces \(HMIs\) provide essential functionality, safety, and reliability on the factory floor\.

## Controller Connection Guides
- [Connection Parameters Needed for HMI/cMT Products to Communicate with Cimon PLC Series \(Ethernet\) using EBPro \(EasyBuilder Pro\)](https://maplesystems.com/support-center/controller-connection-guides/cimon-plc-series-ethernet-ebpro/)
- [Connection Parameters Needed for HMI/cMT Products to Communicate with Cimon CM3\-SP32MDT/SP16MDR/V/E/F \(Ethernet\) using EBPro \(EasyBuilder Pro\)](https://maplesystems.com/support-center/controller-connection-guides/cimon-cm3-sp32mdt-sp16mdr-v-e-f-ethernet-ebpro/)
- [Connection Parameters Needed for HMI/cMT Products to Communicate with Cimon CM3 Series using EBPro \(EasyBuilder Pro\)](https://maplesystems.com/support-center/controller-connection-guides/cimon-cm3-series-ebpro/)
- [Connection Parameters Needed for HMI/cMT Products to Communicate with Cimon CM1\-SC02A using EBPro \(EasyBuilder Pro\)](https://maplesystems.com/support-center/controller-connection-guides/cimon-cm1-sc02a-ebpro/)
- [Connection Parameters Needed for HMI/cMT Products to Communicate with Cimon CM1\-CP4A/ECO1A using EBPro \(EasyBuilder Pro\)](https://maplesystems.com/support-center/controller-connection-guides/cimon-cm1-cp4a-eco1a-ebpro/)

## FAQs
- [Can Maple Systems Industrial PCs integrate with Building Management Systems \(BMS\)?](https://maplesystems.com/faq/can-maple-systems-industrial-pcs-integrate-with-building-management-systems-bms/): Discover how Maple Systems Industrial PCs support Building Management Systems with reliable 24/7 operation, edge computing, and real\-time monitoring of critical building infrastructure\.
- [Why are Maple Systems Industrial PCs ideal for Data Center Infrastructure Management \(DCIM\)?](https://maplesystems.com/faq/why-are-maple-systems-industrial-pcs-ideal-for-data-center-infrastructure-management-dcim/): Discover why Maple Systems Industrial PCs are an excellent platform for DCIM applications, providing reliable edge computing, real\-time monitoring, and continuous operation for modern data centers\.
- [What control hardware does a Data Center actually need?](https://maplesystems.com/faq/what-control-hardware-does-a-data-center-actually-need/): At minimum: HMIs for local visualization, PLCs for control logic, Industrial PCs for edge computing, managed network switches for segmented connectivity, and SCADA software for facility\-wide supervision
- [Is an HMI enough for a data center build?](https://maplesystems.com/faq/is-an-hmi-enough-for-a-data-center-build/): No\. An HMI provides the operator interface but relies on a PLC for control logic and a SCADA platform for facility\-wide monitoring\. Specifying HMIs alone leaves the control and supervisory layers unsourced\. 
- [Why source the control stack from a single vendor?](https://maplesystems.com/faq/why-source-the-control-stack-from-a-single-vendor/): Single\-source procurement reduces lead\-time risk, guarantees the layers are pre\-integrated and protocol\-compatible, and gives you one support team for the entire stack instead of vendor finger\-pointing during downtime\.

## Integrations
- [How to Connect a Camera to a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/integration/connect-camera-maple-systems-hmi/): This guide explains how to integrate cameras with a Maple Systems HMI using EBPro to provide real\-time machine visualization and troubleshooting support\. You will learn how to configure camera connections, build an HMI project, and display live video feeds for applications such as jam detection, label verification, and operator monitoring\.
- [How to Connect an Andon System to a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/integration/connect-andon-system-maple-systems-hmi/): Learn how a Maple Systems HMI can act as the control point for an Andon system without using a PLC\. You will see how the HMI communicates with remote I/O over Modbus TCP to drive red, yellow, and green stack lights\. This guide shows how to configure both EBPro and EasyRemote I/O for a simple PLC\-less architecture\. 
- [How to Connect an RFID Reader to a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/integration/connect-rfid-reader-maple-systems-hmi/): This tutorial walks through how to configure an RFID reader and build a secure RFID scanning project on a Maple Systems HMI using EBPro\. You’ll learn how to connect and configure the reader, enable smart\-card user login, display RFID tag data, and use HMI security to control access to RFID functions\.
- [Connecting to a Maple Systems PLC](https://maplesystems.com/integration/maple-systems-plc/)
- [How to connect a Maple Systems HMI \+ PLC Combo Unit to any Modbus PLC](https://maplesystems.com/integration/connect-maple-systems-hmi-plc-combo-modbus-plc/): In this integration tutorial, you'll learn how to connect a Maple Systems HMI \+ PLC unit to a Maple Systems PLC\. We'll cover all the configuration steps in MAPware\-7000 and MapleLogic for both serial and Ethernet connections, as well as data manipulations you'll need on the HMI \+ PLC side\. 

## Knowledge Base
- [Hardware and Component Overview](https://maplesystems.com/knowledgebase/industrial-pc/pc-hardware/components/)
- [Rugged Tablet](https://maplesystems.com/knowledgebase/rugged-tablet/): User guides and setup documentation for Maple Systems rugged tablets\. Covers hardware configuration, wireless connectivity, software deployment, and field use considerations\.
- [User Manual: RT1300B Series \(RT1308B, RT1310B\)](https://maplesystems.com/knowledgebase/rugged-tablet/user-manual-rt1300b-series/)
- [User Manual: RT1300A Series \(RT1310A\)](https://maplesystems.com/knowledgebase/rugged-tablet/user-manual-rt1310a/)
- [User Manual: RT1211 Series \(RT1211A, RT1211B\)](https://maplesystems.com/knowledgebase/rugged-tablet/user-manual-rt1211-series/)

## Sample Projects
- [Connect a Schneider PLC to a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/sample-project/connect-schneider-plc-to-maple-systems-hmi/): Connect a Maple Systems HMI to a Schneider Electric Modicon PLC using the Schneider Modbus TCP/IP communication protocol\.
- [Connecting an HMI to a PLC Demo](https://maplesystems.com/sample-project/connecting-an-hmi-to-a-plc-demo/): This demo file contains both the HMI and PLC projects required for demonstrating communication between a Maple HMI and Maple PLC via Modbus TCP/IP\.
- [HMI RFID](https://maplesystems.com/sample-project/hmi-rfid/): This sample project, and subsequent tutorial, walks through how to configure an RFID reader and build a secure RFID scanning project on a Maple Systems HMI using EBPro\. You’ll learn how to connect and configure the reader, enable smart\-card user login, display RFID tag data, and use HMI security to control access to RFID functions\.
- [HMI Timer Object \(On Delay\)](https://maplesystems.com/sample-project/hmi-timer-object-on-delay/): Shows how to use the built\-in Timer Object in EBPro\.
- [HMI CODESYS iR\-COP Demo Project](https://maplesystems.com/sample-project/hmi-codesys-ir-cop-demo-project/): EBPro and CODESYS projects demonstrating how to connect to the iR\-COP coupler\.

## Technical Notes
- [Connecting and Configuring the Wifi Repeater/Bridge \(VAP111G\-300\)](https://maplesystems.com/technical-notes/connect-wifi-repeater-bridge/)
- [Enabling the mobile access client of AVEVA Edge](https://maplesystems.com/technical-notes/enabling-the-mobile-access-client-of-aveva-edge/)
- [How to Upgrade CODESYS Firmware on a cMT](https://maplesystems.com/technical-notes/how-to-upgrade-codesys-firmware-on-a-cmt/)
- [Multiple HMIs connecting to one PLC](https://maplesystems.com/technical-notes/multiple-hmis-connecting-to-one-plc/)
- [HMI Media Storage Capacity](https://maplesystems.com/technical-notes/hmi-media-storage-capacity/)

## Tutorials
- [How to Use the PLC Web Server for Remote Monitoring and Control](https://maplesystems.com/tutorial/how-to-use-the-plc-web-server-for-remote-monitoring-and-control/): In this tutorial, you will learn how to use the Modular PLC Web Server program in MapleLogic\. It will allow you to monitor and control the values of a Maple PLC device online via an internet browser\.
- [How to use MQTT with a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/tutorial/how-to-use-mqtt-with-a-maple-systems-hmi/)
- [How to use the Maple Systems PLC Protocol Drivers in EBPro](https://maplesystems.com/tutorial/how-to-connect-to-maple-systems-plc/)
- [How to Use OPC UA With a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/tutorial/how-to-use-opc-ua-with-a-maple-systems-hmi/)
- [How to Connect Remote I/O to a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/tutorial/how-to-connect-remote-i-o-to-a-maple-systems-hmi/)

## Videos
- [How to Connect an RFID Reader to a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/video/how-to-connect-an-rfid-reader-to-a-maple-systems-hmi/): Watch as we show you how to configure the RFID Reader, enable smart card authentication, build the HMI project, register cards, and login with a live demo\!
- [How to Configure Wi\-Fi on a Maple Systems HMI](https://maplesystems.com/video/how-to-configure-wi-fi-on-a-maple-systems-hmi/): Let's say you have a Maple Systems HMI connected to your PLC, but you'd like to connect the HMI to a wireless network\. In this video, I'll show you how to configure your Maple Systems HMI to connect to a Wi\-Fi network using our optional Wi\-Fi module\.
- [Unboxing a Maple Systems 7\-inch High Performance HMI, the cMT3072XH3](https://maplesystems.com/video/unboxing-a-maple-systems-7-inch-high-performance-hmi-the-cmt3072xh3/): This video showcases Maple Systems' new 7\-inch HMI, the cMT3072XH3\. Built for high performance data monitoring and automation controls\. It features a Quad\-Core RISC Processor, a 4\-Wire resistive touchscreen and a 1024x600 resolution screen with a high viewing angle\. It's also our first 7\-inch HMI with a slot for our Wi\-Fi adapter, allowing you to connect to your industrial network without having to hard\-wire a connection all the way to the HMI\. And, like all our HMIs, it comes backed with the full power of our free HMI programming software, EBPro\.

- [How to Connect a PLC to a Tower Stack Light](https://maplesystems.com/video/how-to-connect-a-plc-to-a-tower-stack-light/): Learn how to connect a Maple Systems Micro PLC to a TL1 Series Tower Stack Light, configure MapleLogic, build ladder logic, download the project, and verify machine status with a live demonstration\.
- [Unboxing a Maple Systems Handheld HMI \- cMT3106XM](https://maplesystems.com/video/unboxing-a-maple-systems-handheld-hmi-cmt3106xm/): Explore the Maple Systems cMT3106XM, a rugged handheld HMI designed for industrial maintenance\. This overview covers its key features, connection options, unboxing, I/O, and power\-on demonstration\.

## Products
- [DINP03\-2035D\-1](https://maplesystems.com/product/modelname/dinp03-2035d-1/)
- [DINP03\-2035D\-2](https://maplesystems.com/product/modelname/dinp03-2035d-2/)
- [DINP03\-3035D\-1](https://maplesystems.com/product/modelname/dinp03-3035d-1/)
- [DINP03\-3035D\-2](https://maplesystems.com/product/modelname/dinp03-3035d-2/)
- [DINP03\-5035D\-1](https://maplesystems.com/product/modelname/dinp03-5035d-1/)

## Categories
- [HMI](https://maplesystems.com/category/hmi/)
- [Industrial PC](https://maplesystems.com/category/panel-pc/)
- [PLC](https://maplesystems.com/category/plc/)
- [Industrial Monitor](https://maplesystems.com/category/industrial-monitor/)
- [Uncategorized](https://maplesystems.com/category/uncategorized/)

## Controller Manufacturers
- [Beckhoff](https://maplesystems.com/controller-manufacturers/beckhoff/)
- [Delta Electronics](https://maplesystems.com/controller-manufacturers/delta-electronics/)
- [IAI](https://maplesystems.com/controller-manufacturers/iai/)
- [Sick](https://maplesystems.com/controller-manufacturers/sick/)
- [Yaskawa Electric](https://maplesystems.com/controller-manufacturers/yaskawa-electric/)

## Integration Categories
- [3rd Party Devices](https://maplesystems.com/integrations/3rd-party-devices-web-hmi/)
- [HMI](https://maplesystems.com/integrations/hmi/)
- [Accessories](https://maplesystems.com/integrations/accessories-plc/)
- [Rugged Tablets](https://maplesystems.com/integrations/rugged-tablets/)
- [PLC](https://maplesystems.com/integrations/plc/)

## Playlists
- [Promotional Videos](https://maplesystems.com/video-playlist/promotional-videos/)
- [EBPro HMI Software Training Series](https://maplesystems.com/video-playlist/ebpro-hmi-software-training-series/)
- [Integration Videos](https://maplesystems.com/video-playlist/integration-videos/)
- [HMI Communications](https://maplesystems.com/video-playlist/hmi-communications/)
- [HMI Remote Access](https://maplesystems.com/video-playlist/hmi-remote-access/)

## Software
- [EBPro \(EasyBuilder Pro\)](https://maplesystems.com/?taxonomy=software&term=ebpro)
- [MAPware\-7000](https://maplesystems.com/?taxonomy=software&term=mapware-7000)

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