Connecting machines to PlantMaster
Wired or wireless network!
P
lant
M
aster
supports both cabled and wireless networks
to connect the machines to the central server. Machines
are equipped with one of Barco’s Data Units for automatic
as well as manual data collection or linked directly to the
server through their Ethernet interface.
The latest generation of production machines are often
equipped with an Ethernet interface for host communica-
tion. These machines are connected by means of a standard
Ethernet network (UTP5 cable or wireless). OPC as well as
Euromap 63 are supported as communication protocols.
All Data Units can be extended with barcode scanners,
RF-ID tags and label printers.
DU8P: user friendly machine
interface unit
The DU8P is Barco’s standard data collection terminal. This
Data Unit automatically counts production, monitors cycle
times or speeds, detects machine stops and allows opera-
tors to enter additional information. Two serial interfaces
allow direct connection to the machine’s microprocessor
and measurement devices.
Nine user definable “quick entry” keys are available for
fast entry of the most important stop reasons. All other
data entry is conducted through software driven function
keys. A large and configurable display allows the opera-
tor to view all production and planning information at
the machine.
Data security
All Data Units can be extended with a module for backup
& recovery, allowing a minimum of 24 hours local data
storage in case of server or network breakdown.
TSDU: Touch Screen Data Unit
The TSDU is Barco’s high end data collection terminal.
This unit comes with a 6.4” color touch screen. The TSDU
serves as both a traditional monitoring Data Unit and an
information point for the operator. Documents in Word
or PDF-format are easily transmitted from the server
and visualized on the TSDU’s screen. Using touch screen
buttons, the operator can ask for information related to
quality control, process instructions, machine set up,… The
need for printed documentation is reduced thus taking a
big step forward towards “paperless production”.
System requirements
Operating systems:
- Windows 2000 or 2003 for server applications
- Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista Business or Vista Enter-
prise for clients
- Windows TSE or Citrix for remote connections
Database: Oracle 8.1.7, 9.2.0 or 10.2.0.
