Widescreen operator interfaces provide comfortable machine handling

Mitsubishi Electric’s European Product Manager for the GOT range, André Hartkopf said: “Humans like looking at things in widescreen, the extra area is readily usable, and the ability to display much more visual information on the screen along with audio is a key enabler to drive up productivity.”

The GT21 is a 7” widescreen Graphic Operation Terminal (GOT) offering WVGA resolution and featuring on-board Ethernet, CC-Link IE Field Basic, RS-232 and RS-422/485 connectivity options. The GT25 is available in both 7” WVGA and 10” WXGA and adds a second Ethernet port for increased flexibility, as well as supporting wireless LAN connectivity.

The second Ethernet port on the GT25 model enables users to physically separate the connections to the information system network and the control system network. The ability to set different IP addresses for each network helps to promote increased security and safety, and increases network flexibility.

The GT25 also offers a sound output interface, with built-in speaker and amplifier. This enables the HMI not only to emit audible alarm or alert sounds, but also to play spoken alert messages or operator instructions. Reinforcing the information displayed on the screen, spoken operator instructions can be a key aid in boosting productivity.

Remote monitoring and more standards
Along with all of the standard functions of the existing GT21 and GT25 range, the new GOT2000 widescreen HMIs offer remote monitoring capabilities with the VNC server function. By remotely connecting to the GOT from a personal computer or tablet, users can monitor and operate production equipment and connect to system devices. Additional functions on both new GOT models include GOT Drive, enabling start-up, adjustment and maintenance of servo systems directly through the GOT. Stylish and compact, with a narrow bezel, both new GOT models witness the trend for future Mitsubishi Electric operator panels.