Converting from the HMI5104TH to a HMI5102L or HMI5100B
Technical Note 5117
Applicable Model(s)
HMI5104TH
Title
Converting from the HMI5104TH to a HMI5102L or HMI5100B
Date
12/07/2022
Rev
01
P/N
0907-5117
Summary
This document details the steps necessary to transition from a HMI5104TH to a current HMI5000 model. Although the conversion, in most cases, is easy – the information below also outlines some of the notable differences between models.
Solution
Maple Systems offers several HMIs that provide an upgrade path for your HMI5104TH. For almost all conversions, the transition requires little effort.
When considering which particular HMI to replace your HMI5104TH, please note that not all replacement models are identical. The table below shows some hardware variances which may affect your decision:
| HMI5104TH | HMI5102L | HMI5100B | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Display Resolution | 800 x 600 | 1024 x 600 | 1024 x 600 |
| Display Brightness (nits) | 300 | 350 | 350 |
| SD card slot | Yes | No | No |
| Audio | Line Out | No | No |
| Overlay/Enclosure Color | Black | Light Grey | Dark Grey |
| Serial Ports | 3 Com1[9P]: RS232 Com1[9S]: RS485 2/4W Com2[9P]: RS232 Com3[9S]: RS232 Com3[9S]: RS485 2W | 2 Com1[9P]: RS232 Com1[9S]:RS485 2W Com1[9S]: RS485 2/4W Com2[9P]: RS485 2/4W Com3[9P]: RS232* Com3[9S]: RS485 2W* | 2 Com1[9P]: RS232 Com2[9S]: RS485 2/4W Com3[9P]: RS232 2W* Com3[9S]: RS485 2W* |
| VESA mount | Yes | No | No |
NOTE: This table is not a complete specification for each product and is only intended to highlight important differences. For more detailed information, visit the Maple Systems Support Center.