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IDEC Operator Interfaces Touchscreens
IDEC's operator interface products offer a perfect solution for your display needs. Bright LCD touch screens deliver crisp images, with powerful configuration tools that allow you to easily create a user-friendly and powerful system, enhancing your "Human Machine Interaction."
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Touchscreens

HG1F - 4.6" Touchscreen

Overview

Control goes beyond on and off, stop and go. It’s about knowledge, response and making the right decisions. Pushbuttons, lights and indicators can do the work, but they don’t give you information. Maintaining a typical control panel full of components takes time away from more important tasks. There’s one very smart solution: the HG1F, the latest operator interface in the IDEC SmartTouch family. This superbright, compact HG1F has all the features of a large touchscreen and it’s still small enough to fit in a tight space and priced to fit in a tight budget.

Key Features

  • Compact in size
  • Available in RS232 or RS422/RS485 Version
  • Super bright LCD Screen with 500 cd/m2
  • Analog Resisitive touch panel enables flexible screen layout
  • High Resolution: 300x100 pixels
  • Screen Orientation: Landscape or Portrait
  • Large memory capacity of 1MB
  • Approvals: UL , cUL, Class1Div.2 Hazardous Location, Nema 13, IP 65, CE

Highlights

Install anywhere—literally!

The HG1F’s super-slim design has only a 35.3 mm panel depth. And it can be mounted horizontally or vertically to fit your needs; the programming software supports both orientations. If you need to fit an unusual size panel or just want more choices, you’ll have a readable display either direction.

Value clarity

Clear responses, visible displays and unmistakable instructions to operators—these are the hallmarks of a smart HMI, one that will surpass every button and every old panel. The HG1F includes a high-speed CPU processor that responds to commands and changes displays instantly, so you’re never in doubt about input or status. When you see the HG1F, the screen really stands out. It’s easy to read, even from an angle, and you can set contrasts to create the ideal display for any lighting condition. And the higher resolution screen gives you more real estate than other small screens; take as much space as you need to make the elements and text on your screen as understandable as possible.

Simple Programming

HG1F 4.6” LCD Screen is programmable with WindO/I-NV2, Windows-based software walking you through configuration of your images and your workspace. Dragging and dropping makes screen creation fast,even for beginners. Previewing and editing are handled through WindO/I-NV2’s extremely user-friendly interface. The software comes with built-in PLC drivers for your convenience and over 5000 library of images to help you create cutting edge graphical screens.

Easy maintenance

An optional maintenance cable for HG1F OI touchscreens provides a simple way to duplicate project data without using a PC (and application software). Project data can easily be copied by connecting a cable between two HG1F touchscreens for program transfer. No wasted time, no need to re-input project data, and no need to drag a PC to the machine floor. Simply replace an older HG1F with a new HG1F right from the field.

Documents and Downloads
HG1F Touchscreen Sales Brochure
HG1F Touchscreen Catalog

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HG2F - 5.7" Touchscreen

IDEC HG2F 5.7 Touchscreen

Overview

There are four available models, with a monochrome or 256-color screen, each in a compact and lightweight housing with the same great features.

The HG2F has an amazing 192 touch regions and a replaceable backlight. But what really makes the HG2F stand out is the UL-1604 listing, making it IDEC's first touchscreen approved for use in hazardous locations.

Complete user configuration is easy with new WindO/I-NV2 software. The HG2F is compatible with IDEC PLCs and includes drivers for other major PLC brands as well. HG2F-C models feature IDEC's patented CC CLICK technology. A plastic overlay with four distinct buttons covers the bottom of the screen. These buttons provide the tactile and audio feedback you can't get with other touchscreens, without sacrificing programming flexibility. This technology is ideal for gloved operators and frequent tasks.

Key Features

  • 5.7" screen size
  • Monochrome or 256-color display
  • Field-replaceable backlight
  • 192 touch regions
  • UL-1604 listed for hazardous locations
  • Programmable with WindO/I-NV2
  • IP65 rated
  • RS232/RS485 and RS422 compatible
  • Pluggable OI link unit for multidrop support (up to 15)
  • 2 MB of memory
  • Optional translucent protective cover
  • HG2F communication drivers (included with software) for IDEC, Allen Bradley - DF1 and DH485, Omron, Mitsubishi, Siemens, Modbus-RTU, Keyence, and GE-Fanuc (SNPX) and Aromat PLCs
Documents and Downloads
HG2F 5.7" Touch Screen Sales Brochure
HG2F 5.7" Touch Screen Manual
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HG3F - 10.4 inch TFT Touchscreen

IDEC HG3F 10.4 inch TFT Touchscreen

Overview

New 10.4” HG3F touchscreens are brighter than ever before. These new models boast superior brightness of 450 cd/m2 which means brighter images and sharper visibility on your screens.

The 10.4” HG3F is a 256 color touchscreen with TFT LCD screen and slim design. It has a built-in 10 Base T Ethernet port for remote communications to multiple PLCs over Ethernet network and has a built-in Web Server function which allows the touchscreen to be monitored using a web browser in your PC. This unit has 8 MB of memory and supports Compact Flash memory.

The HG3F is programmable with WindO/I-NV2 software. The software is very intuitive with click and drop functionality and a workspace for easy management of projects. This software also comes with built-in serial and network drivers to support over 100 type of controllers and a library of more than 5000 images in color and monochrome.

Key Features

  • 10.4" , 256 color TFT LCD screen
  • Brightness of 450 cd/m2
  • Ethernet and compact flash support
  • Web Server Function
  • Security Level Function
  • Pass-Thru Function
  • Many Communication Flexibilities
  • Ethernet Network Drivers: IDEC (using WebServer Module), Allen Bradley Ethernet/IP, and Modbus TCP/IP
  • Serial Drivers: IDEC, Allen Bradley, Omron, Mitsubishi, Automation Direct, Modbus, Siemens, and many more major Brand PLC manufacturers
  • UL 1604 for Hazardous Locations (Class 1 Div. 2)
  • Meets IP 66, NEMA 4, 4X, and 13

Documents and Downloads
HG3F 10.4" Touch Screen Sales Brochure
HG3F 10.4" Touch Screen Catalog

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Touch Screens HG4F-12inch

Touch Screens HG4F 12 Inch

Overview

New 12.1” HG4F touchscreens are brighter than ever before. These new models boast superior brightness of 400 cd/m2 which means brighter images and sharper visibility on your screens.

The 12.1” HG4F is a 256 color touchscreen with TFT LCD screen and slim design. It has a built-in 10 Base T Ethernet port for remote communications to multiple PLCs over Ethernet network and has a built-in Web Server function which allows the touchscreen to be monitored using a web browser in your PC. This unit has 8 MB of memory and supports Compact Flash memory.

The HG4F is programmable with WindO/I-NV2 software. The software is very intuitive with click and drop functionality and a workspace for easy management of projects. This software also comes with built-in serial and network drivers to support over 100 type of controllers and a library of more than 5000 images in color and monochrome.

Key Features

  • 12.1" , 256 color TFT LCD screen
  • Brightness of 400 cd/m2
  • Ethernet and compact flash support
  • Web Server Function
  • Security Level Function
  • Pass-Thru Function
  • Many Communication Flexibilities
  • RS232, RS485, or RS422 compatible
  • Ethernet Network Drivers: IDEC (using WebServer Module), Allen Bradley Ethernet/ IP, and Modbus TCP/ IP
  • Serial Drivers: IDEC, Allen Bradley, Omron, Mitsubishi, Automation Direct, Modbus, Siemens, and many more major Brand PLC manufacturers
  • CE marked, c-UL and UL Listed
  • UL 1604 for Hazardous Locations (Class 1 Div. 2)
  • Meets IP 66, NEMA 4, 4X, and 13

Documents and Downloads
HG4F 12.1" Touch Screen Sales Brochure
HG4F 12.1 Touch Screen Catalog
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Character Displays

HG1X-2&4 Line Character Displays


HG1X-2 and 4 Line Character Displays IDEC

Overview

There are four models available. The HG1X-252 and 222 have a 16-character, 2-line backlit LCD and six function keys. The HG1X-452 and 422 have a 20-character, 4-line backlit LCD with eight function keys and a numeric keypad. The HG1X-252 and 452 models do not require an external power supply. These two models draw power from the PLC port. The HG1X-222 and 422 are 24 VDC and now support RS232 or RS485 communications. These interfaces are compatible with IDEC Micro3, Micro3C and ONC (as well as several other PLCs from other manufacturers), including the new MicroSmart series.

Also available is WindMSG, IDEC's Windows based programming tool designed to program the HG1X series of Operator Interfaces. The function keys are all user-definable and can have different functions depending on the active screen. Drivers are available to connect to non-IDEC PLCs.

Key Features

  • 2-line, 16-character or 4-line, 20-character backlit LCD
  • HG1X-252 & 452 are 5V, no external power required - gets power from PLC port (RS232 only)
  • HG1X-222 & 422 are 24VDC and support RS232 or RS485 communications
  • Compatible with IDEC Micro3, Micro3C, ONC and MicroSmart PLCs and other major PLC protocols
  • Define actions for three events per key: when key is pressed, while key is pressed and held, when key is released
  • Assign actions to a combination of keys
  • Keys have different functions depending on active screen
  • UL1604 approved for hazardous locations
  • HG1X communication drivers (included with software) for IDEC, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Modicon, Aromat, Siemens, and PLC Direct PLCs

Documents and Downloads
HG1X-2&4 Line Character Display Catalog
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HG1X-8 Line Character Displays

IDEC HG1X-8 Line Character Displays IDEC

Overview

The HG1X-822 is a simple monochrome display with four function keys, an integrated numeric keypad, and navigation keys. It also supports black-and-white bitmap (BMP) images with a maximum size of 128 x 64 pixels.

All HG1X screens are programmable with WindMSG software designed specifically for the text message displays. The function keys are all user-definable and can have different functions depending on the active screen. Drivers are available to connect to non-IDEC PLCs.

Key Features

  • 8-line 20-character backlit LCD display
  • 24VDC
  • Compatible with IDEC Micro3, Micro3C, ONC and MicroSmart PLCs, and other major PLC protocols
  • Define actions for three events per key: when key is pressed, while key is pressed and held, when key is released
  • Assign actions to a combination of keys
  • Keys have different functions depending on active screen
  • UL1604 approved for hazardous locations
  • HG1X communication drivers (included with software) for IDEC, Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Modicon, Aromat, Siemens, and PLC Direct PLCs

Documents and Downloads
HG1X-8 Line Character Display Catalog
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Programming Software

WindO/I NV2


Overview

WindO/I-NV2 is IDEC's screen creation software for the HG1F, HG2F, HG3F and HG4F operator interfaces (touch screen displays.) WindO/I-NV2 is used to create projects or programs that layout display screens for the O/Is. Using this window based program, any of IDEC's touch screens can display information from a PLC, process status, or can be used to input data with virtual switches or keypads to make changes to a process.


WindO/I-NV2 is easy and intuitive. Many of the processes are self-explanatory and guide you from step-to-step as you configure the O/I. The help menus are simple, straightforward, and are a good resource for getting additional information.

Creating colorful displays has never been easier. With Symbol Factory you have 5000 built in images for your disposal. You can also import almost any Bitmap or JPEG file into your project.


If for some reason you can not use one of IDEC's acclaimed PLCs, WindOI/-NV2 comes with many communication drivers to talk to other PLCs such as Allen-Bradley, Omron, Modicon, GE Fanuc, Aromat, Siemens, Keyence, Koyo and many others.

Note: Only original purchases of version 2.3x, 2.4x and 2.5x contain Symbol Factory Library. Not included in purchased versions previous to 2.3x.

Key Features

  • Built-in Serial and Network Protocols
  • Pass-thru function
  • Download, upload & view OI via Ethernet
  • Debug function
  • Over 5000 built-in bitmap library
  • Supports Windows Fonts
  • Supports Multiple Languages
  • Supports Scripting
  • Intuitive Drag & Drop Functionality
  • Flexible Screen Display for Efficient Editing
  • Workspace – easy to manage projects & screens
  • Download/Upload project to CF Card
  • Operates on Windows Vista, XP, ME, 2000, 98, 95 & Win NT v4.0
  • Free Upgrades

Documents and Downloads
WindO/I NV2 Catalog
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WindMSG

Overview

WindMSG is a Windows based programming tool designed to program IDEC's HG1X Series of Operator Interfaces.

Key Features

  • Compatible with Windows 95, 98, ME, 2000 & NT
  • Define actions for three events per key; when a key is pressed, while a key is pressed, when a key is released
  • Assign multiple actions as a macro to a single keystroke
  • Assign an action to combinations of keys
  • Different functions for different active screens
  • Communication drivers for major PLC brands (IDEC, AB-Micrologix, Mitsubishi, Aromat, Siemens S7-200, Koyo, Modicon & Keyence)

Documents and Downloads
WindMSG Catalog
WindMSG Tutorial
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