We have been selling a 4.3" display operator interface for a while now. It has evolved into the new 8000 Series. However, during that evolution little has changed. This economically priced unit for small applications always seemed to lack the features of the larger units. Granted, the target market was always " A simple interface for a simple application".
Starting next month the MMI6050 will have some new features. These features are some of the ones found on larger units. Now, when you ask a small interface to "step up", it can!
Here are some of the improvements....
1. The RS485 port can now support Siemens MPI 187.5 KBaud communications. This opens a new market for those users of Siemens PLC's that need an economical display solution.
2. The display brightness is increased to 500 cd/m2 and the contrast ratio is improved to 600:1. No one really likes a dingy display and the MMI6050 was never really dingy, but, now it really shines. Brighten the corner where you are.
3. An additional RS485 2 wire pinout is added to the communications connector. This allows for multiple PLC types to connect to one unit. Thus, adding more versatlility to this compact wonder.
4. 128KB of Retentive memory has been added. This gives an answer to the often asked question, "Does it have any recipe memory?" Well, now the answer is "YES." But this memory can also be used for storing data, event logs, and project parameters.
Get a copy of the new datasheet from my website: New MMI6050 Datasheet
Friday, January 29, 2010
Friday, January 22, 2010
New items for 2010
Well, KEP is starting the new year out right with some new releases coming soon.
1. A new version of the software V3.32 is finally being officially released. This new version has the new TrueType fonts that mimic the old EasyBuilder500 fonts. This make translation of older projects up to the new Easybuilder8000 a breeze.
2. Release of the MMI6056. This is basically an MMI8056 with the Ethernet port removed. It is the perfect replacement for the older MMI-730T. Additionally its price is lower! If you are not using Ethernet communications in your application this unit should work for you. Project download/upload is through a USB cable. Unofficial List Price: $549.00
3. Release of the MMI6070H. This is basically an MMI8070H with the Ethernet port removed. Great unit for Serial communications. Just like the MMI6056, project download/upload is also through a USB cable. The lower cost helps out too. Unofficial List Price: $599.00 (Same as MMI8056. Get more screen for the same amount of money!)
I love these products because they save money and have the same great features.
We are trying to help. Let us know how we are doing.
1. A new version of the software V3.32 is finally being officially released. This new version has the new TrueType fonts that mimic the old EasyBuilder500 fonts. This make translation of older projects up to the new Easybuilder8000 a breeze.
2. Release of the MMI6056. This is basically an MMI8056 with the Ethernet port removed. It is the perfect replacement for the older MMI-730T. Additionally its price is lower! If you are not using Ethernet communications in your application this unit should work for you. Project download/upload is through a USB cable. Unofficial List Price: $549.00
3. Release of the MMI6070H. This is basically an MMI8070H with the Ethernet port removed. Great unit for Serial communications. Just like the MMI6056, project download/upload is also through a USB cable. The lower cost helps out too. Unofficial List Price: $599.00 (Same as MMI8056. Get more screen for the same amount of money!)
I love these products because they save money and have the same great features.
We are trying to help. Let us know how we are doing.
Friday, January 8, 2010
What do you have scheduled for the new year?
It seems like the year is barely started and already my schedule is filled with things to do. 2010 should be a busy year for me. How about you? How about your HMI?
The new version EB8000 has a Scheduler Object. This new Object allows you to trigger bits at a particular time of day and day(s) or the week. Look under the Objects menu for
or just look for and click on the 
tool. The Scheduler Dialog pops up and you are ready to enter a new entry. So, click the New button. (By the way I hope you have a Happy New Year!) Select the Bit to turn ON or OFF, or, write a value to a Word. Go to the Time Set tab and select the time of day for the scheduled action to occur and on what days it should occur. There are also settings to Prohibit the action from occurring (if desired).
So what would I use this for? I had a customer call this week that wanted to trigger a system backflush at a particular time each day. But I am sure you can think of other applications for this feature. (Such as starting a preheater before a shift, trigger weekly maintenance alarm messages, Security lock out on weekends or nights, etc. etc.) Leave a comment with your ideas.
PS. Next week, no post as I will be out of the office.
The new version EB8000 has a Scheduler Object. This new Object allows you to trigger bits at a particular time of day and day(s) or the week. Look under the Objects menu for
or just look for and click on the 
tool. The Scheduler Dialog pops up and you are ready to enter a new entry. So, click the New button. (By the way I hope you have a Happy New Year!) Select the Bit to turn ON or OFF, or, write a value to a Word. Go to the Time Set tab and select the time of day for the scheduled action to occur and on what days it should occur. There are also settings to Prohibit the action from occurring (if desired).So what would I use this for? I had a customer call this week that wanted to trigger a system backflush at a particular time each day. But I am sure you can think of other applications for this feature. (Such as starting a preheater before a shift, trigger weekly maintenance alarm messages, Security lock out on weekends or nights, etc. etc.) Leave a comment with your ideas.
PS. Next week, no post as I will be out of the office.
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