EZAutomation EZ 12 Series, EZ 6 Series, EZ 8 Series, EZ 10 Series, EZ12-T6C-E Getting Started Manual

Getting Started

EZ12

&

EZTouch Editor 2.0

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Manual # EZ12-USER-M

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Revision History

Issue

Date

Description of changes

Original

EZ12 Getting Started

First Edition May - 2018

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WARNING!

Thank you for purchasing American made automation products from EZAutomation. We want to ensure your new
automation equipment works well for your application and also operates safely. Hence we have created this
manual so anyone who installs the equipment should read this manual to ensure proper installation and setup.

To minimize the risk of potential safety problems, you should follow all applicable local and national codes that
regulate the installation and operation of your equipment. Please note these codes vary from state to state and
usually change with time.

Programmable control devices such as EZ12 HMIs are not designed, manufactured or intended for use as on-line
control equipment in hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance, in which the failure of the product
could lead directly to death, personal injury, or severe physical or environmental damage. Unless proper
safeguards are used, unwanted start-ups could result in equipment damage or personal injury. The operator must
be made aware of this hazard and appropriate precautions must be taken.

The diagrams and examples in this user manual are included for illustrative purposes only. We do not assume
responsibility or liability for your product design, installation or operation. If you have any questions concerning
the installation or operation of this equipment, please call us at 1-877-774-EASY (3279).

Trademarks

This publication may contain references to products produced and/or offered by other companies. The product
and company names may be trademarked and are the sole property of their respective owners. EZAutomation
disclaims any proprietary interest in the marks and names of others.

© Copyright 2018, EZAutomation

All Rights Reserved

No part of this manual shall be copied, reproduced, or transmitted in any way without the prior written consent of
EZAutomation. EZAutomation retains the exclusive rights to all information included in this document.

Designed, Manufactured and Distributed by EZAutomation

4140 Utica Ridge Rd. Bettendorf, IA 52722-1327

Phone: [phone] (EASY)

Fax: [phone]

www.EZAutomation.net

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Contents

Introduction EZ12 Panel ................................................................................................................................ 1

Safety Considerations ................................................................................................................................... 2

Environmental Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 3

EZ12 Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................... 7

EZ12 Mounting .............................................................................................................................................. 8

EZ12 Ports and Indicators ............................................................................................................................. 9

EZ12 USB Features ...................................................................................................................................... 14

EZ12 Analog Resistive Touch Pixel Level Accuracy ..................................................................................... 15

EZ12 Private Labeling .................................................................................................................................. 16

EZ12 Models ................................................................................................................................................ 20

EZ12 Drivers Supported .............................................................................................................................. 21

EZ12 Access Setup Menu ............................................................................................................................ 22

Setup Menu Functionality ........................................................................................................................... 24

EZTouch Editor 2.0 ................................................................................................................................... 27

Creating Your First Project .......................................................................................................................... 35

Firmware Upgrade ...................................................................................................................................... 43

Calibration ................................................................................................................................................... 46

Project File Load .......................................................................................................................................... 47

Image Database .......................................................................................................................................... 49

AVG Image Library ...................................................................................................................................... 52

Email Setup (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) ................................................................................................................. 53

Ethernet and NTP Setup .............................................................................................................................. 60

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Introduction EZ12 Panel

The new EZAutomation EZ12 Panel is designed
with efficiency and versatility in mind. The new
design includes a smaller depth profile and a
streamlined design.

The new front of the panel is now one single piece
making the design more durable and wash down
proof. Further the touch screen has been
improved to be pixel level sensitive allowing full
use of all the screen for touch objects.

Finally the design has been created with Private Labeling in mind. This includes a simple and easy way to
change the EZAutomation Label to your own. Furthermore you can add an on screen private label.

The EZ12 panel also comes with the release of the new EZTouch Editor 2.0 which includes many quality
of life improvements as well as user requested functionality. This includes USB firmware upgrade, new
Setup Screen features, and on screen calibration options.

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Safety Considerations

Please follow all applicable sections of the National Fire Code, National Electrical Code, and the codes of the National
Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA) to ensure maximum safety of the equipment and personnel.

Plan for Safety

It is an absolute must to follow all applicable sections of:

•

The National Fire Code

•

The National Electrical Code (NEC)

•

The National Electrical Manufacturer’s Association (NEMA) codes.

Local regulatory and government offices usually provide excellent help to determine which codes and standards

are necessary for safe installation and operation. Please note these codes may change from time to time, so it is
the responsibility of the user to keep up to date.

Safety Techniques

Safety is the most important element of a proper system installation. Adhering to these safety considerations ensures
the safety of yourself and others, as well as the condition of your equipment. We recommend reviewing the
following safety considerations:

1)

Disconnecting Main Power

The main power switch should be easily accessible to the operators and maintenance personnel. It is important
to make sure that all other sources of power, including pneumatic and hydraulic, are de-energized before starting
the work on a machine or process controlled by a PLC.

2)

Safety Circuits

Most of the machines are installed with safety circuits, like Limit switches, Emergency stop push buttons, and
Interlocks. These circuits should always be hard-wired directly to the PLC. These devices must be wired in series
so that when any one device opens, the PLC is automatically de-energized. This removes power to the machine.
These circuits should not be altered in any case, since serious injury or machine damage could result.

3)

Fail-Safe Operation

Our products are not fault-tolerant and are not designed or intended for use as on-line control equipment in
hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance, such as in operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft
navigation or communication systems, air traffic control, direct life-support machines, weapons systems,
clutch control systems on presses, in which the failure of the product could lead directly to death, personal
injury or severe physical or environ- mental damage. External fail safe and/or redundant components are
required to make your control system Fail-safe.

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Parameter

Ratings

Operating Temperature

0 to 55°C (32 to 131° F)

Storage Temperature

-25 to 65°C (-13 to 149° F)

Humidity

10 to 95% Relative Humidity, Non-condensing

Vibration Resistance

5 to 55Hz 2G for 2 hours in the X, Y and Z axes

Shock Resistance

10G for under 12ms in the X, Y and Z axes

Electrical Noise (ESD

NEMA ICS 2-230 showering arc ANSI C37.90a-1974 SWC Level C Chattering
Atmospheric Conditions

Non-corrosive gases

Environmental Specifications

The following table lists the environmental specifications that generally apply to the EZ12 HMI.

Immunity)

Agency Approvals

Your application may require agency approval. EZ12 HMI’s agency approvals are:

• UL (Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc)

• CUL (Canadian Underwriter’s Laboratories, Inc)

• CE (EU Certification)

Installation Considerations

Our products have been designed and tested for operation in the most demanding industrial environments.
Modern solid-state industrial controls are complex electronic equipment that operate at low levels of voltage and
current, co-existing with components that operate at much higher levels of power. The difference in operating
power characteristics between the high and low power control devices creates the possibility of unwanted signals
being generated, thus causing interference. The interference, which is a by-product of electrical noise, is not
present at all times. However, if it appears at random and for brief periods of time, it can cause disruptions and
errors in the operation of a control system.

Relay Test

Enhancement of a system's noise level immunity and its tolerance to other environmental hazards can be
accomplished by following proper system installation guidelines. The recommendations are of a general nature
and constitute good industrial installation practice.

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EZ12 Unit

General Environmental Considerations

Avoid installing the EZ12 unit in areas where the following conditions may exist:

• Environmental temperatures above or below those specified for the EZ12 unit

• Prolonged exposure to humidity and liquids which may be sprayed or splashed on the equipment

• Dusty environments where airborne particles may accumulate on equipment causing reduction of heat

dissipation and reduction in effective electrical spacing between components

• Areas with excessive vibration

• Areas with high-radiated electrical noise, such as near fields of transmitting antennas and areas in close

proximity of arc welding stations

Physical Layout in a Control Cabinet

When possible, cabinets housing electronic equipment should be designed with provisions for natural or forced
ventilation to facilitate heat dissipation. Observe the following rules for cabinet installation:

• Heat generating equipment (power supplies and other

heat inducing components) should be installed toward the
top of the cabinet. The lower space in the cabinet is
cooler than the top area.

• Install heat-sensitive components in the lower section.

• Provide enough space between components to allow a

free flow of air for better heat dissipation.

• Provide the maximum possible physical separation

between solid state and electromechanical controls. If
possible, the electromechanical controls (motors, starters,
solenoids, etc.) should be housed separately or at the
farthest point when enclosed within the cabinet.

We recommend that the unit has a minimum clear space of 2" on all sides for adequate ventilation as shown in the
image on the right.

Electrical Considerations

This section is designed to provide you with a very basic understanding of electrical noise and how to keep it away
from CPUs. Industrial plants have a number of generators of electrical noise that are sometimes also referred to as
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI). Anytime an inductive load like a motor, motor starter, or solenoid is turned off,
it generates a burst of excess energy that has to flow back to ground, just like electrical energy from a lightning
storm has to flow back to Earth. RFI is short bursts of electrical energy at very high frequencies. Other sources
include RF Welders or Radio Transmitters.

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Effect of RFI on Electronic Automation Equipment

Electronic controls use faster and faster CPUs today. These CPUs are also operating at 2.5V to 5VDC logic level
power supply. RFI, if allowed to enter the CPU inside, is a killer of logic. A CPU under this environment loses its
brain and behaves erratically. A smart industrial-grade CPU like the unit's card engine, when faced with RFI, halts
its operation instead of giving false outputs.

Types of RFI

RFI enters electronic controls in two ways: radiated RFI or conducted RFI. For most practical purposes, electronic
devices, unless sitting right next to a powerful RFI transmitter, will not be affected by noise because air space
severely attenuates such interference. On the other hand, conducted RFI travels over conductive surfaces such as
power supply wires, electrical wiring of field devices, and worst of all; improper ground planes.

Equipment cabinets usually incorporate one or two doors and/or hinged cabinet panels. Relying on door hinges
and swinging panels for a good metallic bond between hinged parts and the main body of the cabinet does not
insure adequate grounding. Instead, the use of ground straps is recommended. It is vital for the reliable operation
of any electronic device to have any of its metallic surfaces well-grounded to Earth. This not only provides for safe
operation, it will also drain out any conducted RFI to Earth, away from the CPU's signal ground.

Shielding from RFI

Shielded Cables

Power cables, I/O cables or wiring, and communication cables should all be separate so that they do not couple the
conducted RFI on any of these wires/cables. Another path for RFI into the PLC is through its RS232 port. Hence, the
cables to this port must be shielded properly.

Equipment Cabinets

As mentioned, equipment cabinets typically
incorporate one or two doors and/or hinged cabinet
panels. In addition, sub-panels may be utilized on
those electronic controls and electromechanical items
that are mounted. The goal is to create a medium for
mounting the equipment and ensure grounding of the
control's chassis to it. However, the door hinges and
swinging panels by themselves are not enough to
ensure adequate grounding.

Similarly, the equipment enclosures are generally
either painted or anodized. Mounting of painted or
anodized enclosures to like surfaces also does not
ensure good metallic contact between the equipment
chassis and cabinet. It is imperative that the
equipment chassis are grounded such as through the
use of grounding straps as illustrated.

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Cabinet Wiring

The wiring of the EZ12 unit to the “field” outside the cabinet must be by design. The wiring cannot be random in
order to get the various points of the cabinet and the “field” electrically connected. Below are some general rules
that apply in most situations:

• Provide a separate power source to electronic controls and keep this power bus away from any I/O

power.

• The cabinet should be wired with a safety ground (the main safety ground wire gauge is determined by

the cabinet's total current consumption) and in accordance with all electrical code requirements.

• Once the cabinet doors, stationary sub-panels and swing-out sub-panels have been “strapped to the main

cabinet, it is not necessary to run safety ground wires from the equipment chassis terminals to the main
safety ground connection.

• The safety ground terminal of each component can, and should be, connected with the shortest wire

possible, to the cabinet or sub-panel frame.

• Plan the wiring routing. Keep all switched power in separate ducts and if there is AC and DC power being

switched, keep the wiring of each branch separate from all wires and cables carrying low level signals.

• Keep all three phase power outside of the cabinet, but if it becomes necessary, keep the runs as short as

possible and maintain the maximum possible distance between the three phase bus and all other wiring.

• Primary power leads to the control equipment (Base power terminals) should be made with a two wire

twisted cable with approximately 12 turns per foot. The length of these cables should be kept to a
minimum, and to the greatest extent possible, such cable runs should be kept separate from other wiring.

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EZ12 Dimensions

Units: inches [millimeters]

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1

2 3 4

6”/7” Inch

8” Inch

10” Inch

1 2 3 4 5

1

2 3 4 5 6

EZ12 Mounting

All EZ12 panels have a new innovative mounting design. This design allows the unit to not need any
external mounting components. The mounting brackets and screws are already included in the unit. Also
the unit is designed to be very easy and simple to mount. No more trying to figure out which way to
attach DIN clips and no more looking for screws and nuts. This design has also been used in all sizes of
EZ12 units to make the design consistent and making mounting simple and easy no matter which size
panel you have.

NOTE: The maximum torque force that should be applied is 2 ½ to 3 inch-pounds.

Mounting directions:

1. When looking at the back of the unit please look at the screws in the corners of the unit. These

screws are screwed into the flip out din brackets (retainers) for the panel.

2. Unscrew the screws and you can flip out the din brackets. The 6” and 7” units have 4 (1 in each

corner), the 8” has 5 (1 in each corner and 1 at the top midpoint), and the 10” unit has 6 (1 in
each corner and 1 at the midpoint at top/bottom).

3. Then use the screws and the din brackets to mount the panel. The maximum torque force that

should be applied is 2 ½ to 3 inch-pounds.

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LED Behavior

Status Descriptio n

Suggested Response

Flashes Red, then

continuously Green

Proceed to use unit

Continuously Red

Unit Failure

Return unit to factory for service

Check or Replace 24 VDC Power Supply - if

for service

EZ12 Ports and Indicators

Unit Power

Connect the power input wires into the HMI's power
terminals. Supply 24VDC nominal (20-30VDC) power to
the system. If the unit does not power up correctly,
remove power from the system and check all the wiring.
In addition, see the Indicator Light section below for
troubleshooting.

Battery

The EZ12 uses battery to retain retentive tags and clock over a
power cycle. The battery will not work till the plastic battery tab is
removed. For replacement please use 3.6 V ½ AA batteries.
Recommended to replace batteries every year.

Status LED

Normal Operation

Does Not Light No Power

condition continues return unit to factory

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Pin Number

Connection

Pin Number

Connection

Terminating Resistor

PLC Port

This is the RS-232C, RS-422A or RS-485A female 15-pin D­Sub Connector to connect to other PLCs. Most PLCs
connect to the 15-pin D-Sub with a cable specific to the
PLC type.

1 Chassis GND

2 PLC TXD (RS-232)

3 PLC RXD (RS-232)

4 +5 V (100 Ω)

5 Logic GND

6 LE

7 PLC CTS (RS-232)

8 PLC RTS (RS-232)

9 RXD+ (RS-422)

10 RXD- (RS-422)

11 TXD+ (RS-422)

12 RXD- (RS-422)

13

(Connect to pin 9)

14 NC

15 NC

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COM1 Port

The EZ12 Series has a built-in serial port (COM1 PORT) located on
the 9-pin D-Sub connector. COM1 PORT is an RS-232 port which
requires an appropriate RS-232C cable (P/N: EZ-PGMCBL) for
programming the unit through a PC. It serves as the default
programming port on the EZ12 Series. Since COM1 has fixed
communication parameters, you can always connect the
programming software to the PLC through the port without
needing to make different configuration changes. In addition, this
connection can be utilized to update firmware when needed.

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Ethernet Port

There is an Ethernet port available on the EZ12 Series. This port enables users to add/update
programming through an Ethernet connection. It allows for both PC and PLC simultaneous
communications. It can also be used for Internet access and email alerts.

Micro SD slot

A Micro SD slot is available to allow for additional storage or data transfer. Insert a Micro SD into the slot
and it will load automatically. When finished, push against the Micro SD card to eject it from the unit.

Note: Please you cannot use Micro SD and USB drive to log data simultaneously.

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USB Ports

EZ12 Series HMIs come equipped with two USB ports. The port on the left is for program upload through
a USB A to USB B programming cable.

Note: If a power cycle occurs while the USB programming cable is connected, the cable will need
unplugged and then replugged in to reestablish a connection.

The Host USB port (on the right) can connect to a USB Flash drive for program upload by simply using
our EZ Editor Software to create a USB Loader file (.hmi). It also allows the user to upgrade firmware
(.mme), enter the Setup menu (.set), and calibrate the HMI (.cal) if need be. This process benefits
system integrators and OEMs by permitting them to upgrade panels on site without the need to connect
to a computer or programming software. Please see our EZTouch Editor Software Help for detailed
instructions on this process. In addition, the Host USB can be utilized for data logging purposes in
combination with our AVG Remote File Manager Utility.

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EZ12 USB Features

The EZ12 Series HMI has been upgraded to include many new USB features. Since we listen to our
customer requests, certain features which were available in our software and hardware has been
improved and some new features has been added.

Note: Recommended USB size is 4 GB and maximum size that can be used is 8GB. Format is FAT32.

USB Firmware Upgrade – All EZ12 panels will allow users to upgrade the firmware using a USB flash
drive. To do so, you will take the normal firmware and convert it to a USB firmware file (.mme). For
more directions please see the Firmware Upgrade Section.

USB Calibration – All EZ12 panels allow users to calibrate the panel from the Setup Menu in the EZ12
Touch Panel. Also in case the calibration is such that you cannot access the Setup menu, you can use a
calibration file on USB (.cal) to initiate calibration on any panel. For more directions please see the
Calibration Section.

USB Setup Menu Access – All EZ12 panels now allow users to disable access to the Setup Menu. If the
Setup Menu is disabled, then the user can use a setup USB file (.set) to go to the Setup Menu if need be.
This feature is outlined more in the Setup Menu Section.

USB Project Load – As previous panels, all EZ12 panels allow users to load or transfer a project using
USB (.hmi). This feature allows users to have multiple project files on the USB flash drive and select a
particular file which should be loaded onto the panel. For more information please see the Project File
Load Section.

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Older Panels

EZ12 Panel

Okay

Not Work

X

Okay

Okay

EZ12 Analog Resistive Touch Pixel Level Accuracy

All EZ12 Series HMIs have been developed with pixel level accuracy. This means that there is no need for
touch cells anymore. All objects no matter the size or position can be pressed and used.

Minimum Touch Object Size needs to cover ¾ of

Touch cell for it function

Note: The EZTouch Editor still includes a Guiding Grid (only on PC) and Snap to Grid option to allow for
easier object alignment. The only difference is that you can now change the Grid Size and know that
there is no position where an object will not work. Furthermore, we have added Scales to help with
positioning.

No Minimum Touch Object Size

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Material used for Label is

Removal – Remove the insulation (if

from housing.

Installation – Insert your own label

EZ12 Private Labeling

The EZ12 Panels have built in methods of private labeling panels. These options include both a Private
Label Power Up Screen and Logo Label. You can do one or both, to find out how to use these features
please see directions below.

Logo Label Insert

All EZ12 Panels have an EZAutomation Logo inserted when shipped. Customers can replace this logo by
making their own. Below are the dimensions and materials needed to print your own label. Also
directions on how to remove and insert labels are below.

.007” - .010” Polyester (Anti
Newton Ring Material)

needed), then use a small tool such as
jeweler screwdriver and pull tab away

into slot, see above for needed
dimensions. Then lock tab into place.

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Private Label Screen

The EZ12 panels support Private Label Images that are displayed upon panel startup. The startup
process is the time when the EZTouch Panel displays the Panel Part Number, Panel IP, and Panel MAC
address.

The Private Label Image can be position anywhere you like. Also the Power Up Message Text can be
moved to certain locations: Center, Upper Left, Upper Right, Lower Left, and Lower Right. To Add Private
Label Image please see below.

To modify a private label image you can double click it or right click anywhere in the Private Label
Screen. Below are instructions on how to add a private label image (splash screen) from the main screen
of a project.

1. In the main screen of an open project. In the project screens list double click on the Private

Label Image.

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2. Once in the Private Label Image screen

double click on the text that says double
click. You can also right click and then click
on Go to Private Label Setup. You can also
enter this setup through the Panel
Attributes Menu.

3. In the Panel Attributes you will have to

Enable Show Custom Image. Then click the
Go to Image Database

4. In the Image Database you can hit Add /

Edit to add your image to the Database. If
you have already added an image you can
skip this step.

5. In the Add Image Details you can select an image from the two

provided libraries (AVG Image Database, Symbol Factory) or you
can select an image from your computer files. We also allow copied
images from clipboard to be used. Once an image has been
selected you can edit in with our Editor.

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6. Once the image is selected enter an Image Name. Then push the Add button. You can continue

adding more images if you like. Otherwise click the Cancel to exit the Add Image Details dialog
box.

7. In the Image Database select

your image and then click the
Set as Private Label Image.

8. The selected Image will appear

in the Selected Image Option. If
more than 1 Image exist in the
library the drop down can be
used to change the Private Label
Image.

9. You also have the option to change the position of the Power up Text as well as disable the

seeing the EZAutomation Part Number upon power up of the unit. Once done click OK.

10. Now the image will appear on the Private Label Image.

You can at this point move the image around if it is not the
same size as the screen (max size images will fill the entire
screen). You can also use the right click menu to move the
Location of Power Up Message Text to different spot.

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EZ12 Models

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PLC Manufacturer

Serial Drivers

Ethernet Drivers

AVG/EZAutomation

EZPLC

EZPLC TCP/IP

Allen Bradley

DH485/AIC/AIC+

EtherNet/IP

KOYO (AutomationDirect)

Modbus (Koyo addressing)

Modbus TCP/IP

Modicon

Modbus RTU

Modbus TCP/IP

Mitsubishi

Computer Link

Omron

Host link adapter

GE

GE SNP-X

GE SRTP

Siemens

S7

Siemens ISO Ethernet

Siemens/TI

Series 5x5

All Motion

EZStepper

Animatics

Smart Motor

Applied Motion

SCL

Aromat

Mewtocol COM

Baldor

Host Comms2

Bristol Babcock

BSAP

CTC Binary

CTC Binary

IDEC

Computer Link

Keyence

CV 5000

Yaskawa

Memobus Native

EZ12 Drivers Supported

The following is a list of current drivers supported by the EZ12 Series units. However, we are
always updating PLC compatibility; visit our web site at http://www.ezautomation.net/com-

drivers_pg1.htm for the latest information.

EZRack PLC

DF1 Half Duplex
DF1 Full Duplex

Modbus RTU
Direct NET
ADC K-Sequence
Do More Serial
Productivity

Modbus Uni-Telway

Mitsubishi FX

EZRack TCP/IP

DF1 over Ethernet
Micro800 Ethernet

ECOM Ethernet
Do More Ethernet
Productivity Ethernet

Memobus RTU

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EZ12 Access Setup Menu

The EZ12 Setup Menu has been expanded to include new features which make your life easier when
working with your panel. Now that the Setup menu has been updated, you can do the following things
in the menu: calibrate HMI, disable setup menu, test touchscreen, test color display, setup/change time
and time zone, change port configuration, change data log option, and disable USB.

Access Setup Menu

The setup menu now has 3 ways of being accessed. The main method is On Screen access, but note that
this method can be disabled from the Setup Menu. If it is disabled you will need to use the other 2
methods.

On Screen Setup Menu Access:

1. To access the setup menu press and hold left upper corner (40x40) of screen for 5 seconds.

2. If the Setup Menu is not disabled, you will see the screen above. Select the language to be used

in the setup menu.

Note: If setup screen is disabled then it can still be accessed. To access Setup Screen when it is disabled you

will have to power cycle the unit. Then during the initializing portion where Part Number, IP Address, and

MAC address are visible you will press the upper left corner. You will then release and then press again for 2

seconds and release. The setup screen will appear after the panel finishes initializing.

Disabled Setup Screen Steps: Press the upper left corner (40x40 pixels), then release. Then press again and

hold for at least 2 seconds. Then release (initializing screen appears for total of 8 seconds).

3. After the language is selected you will see the following screen. This is the main Setup Screen

from which all the options can be accessed. Also it is the screen which will tell you some
troubleshooting information such as Firmware revision.

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EZTouch Editor Setup Screen Access:

1. To access the setup menu, connect to panel from the PC. Open the EZTouch Editor and then in

the Panel Menu select Display Setup Screen.

2. Now even if the Setup menu screen is disabled, you will see the screen above on the panel.

Select the language to be used in the setup menu.

3. After the language is selected you will see the following screen. This is the main Setup Screen

from which all the options can be accessed. Also it is the screen which will tell you some
troubleshooting information such as Firmware revision.

USB Setup Screen Access:

You can use any file with the extension .set on a USB to have the panel enter the setup screen (even if it
is disabled). For example an empty text doc which extension is changed to ".set"(ex: Setup_menu.set).
Once USB is put in panel the panel will immediately enter the setup menu language screen (if it does not
then you might need to power cycle the panel). Please remove the USB before exiting the Setup Menu
otherwise the menu will reappear almost immediately.

Note: The USB Setup menu access will not work if the USB is disabled.

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Setup Menu Functionality

Below is outlined all the Setup Menu functionality. The EZ12 new functionality is highlighted at the
beginning.

EZ12 Disable Setup Menu

The setup menu can be disabled by pressing the Setup is 5s delay.
The button will change to say Setup is Disabled, which when
pressed again will re-enable the Setup Menu.

Note: This disable is only for the On Screen Access to the setup
menu, you can still use USB or EZTouch Editor Menu to access the
setup menu if even if it is disabled.

EZ12 Screen Calibration

You can now calibrate all
EZ12 panels using the Setup
Screen calibrate option. Just
press the Touchpad TestOrCal
button then press Calibrate.

The Calibration setup will
then start, follow those
directions and the panel will
afterwards restart.

Note: If nothing is pressed for 15-20 seconds during calibration mode then previous calibration is used
and panel will restart. Therefore if you accidentally enter calibration mode you only need to wait and
panel will exit by itself.

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Setup/Change Time (Time Zone)

In the Setup Screen you can set the time and date. You can also setup the Time Zone if you are using
NTP (you will need to use this for Daylight Savings). NTP Server setup is discussed in the NTP Setup
Section. The new EZTouch Editor 2.0 now includes a NTP setup options in the Ethernet Setup Menu.

Port Configuration

In the setup menu you can
configure which serial port is
used for what communication
option. The COM1 is the 9 pin
serial port and the PLC port is
the 15 pin serial port. Below
are the communications
options you can use:

• Computer – For communicating to the PC (default 9 pin)

• PLC Driver #1 – PLC driver for PLC 1 in project (default 15 pin)

• PLC Driver #2 – PLC driver for PLC 1 in project

• Printer – Serial printer option (used with alarms and reports)

• Slave – ASCII Marquee Slave (used with alarms and reports)

• Not Used – Port is disabled (If set for both ports then no communication will happen)

Data Log USB vs SD Option

Pressing the Log ToUSB will switch Data Logging from SD to USB. After pressing it
will say NowUSB. Note: the 7” and 8” EZ12 do not support USB data logging.

Disable USB

You can at any point disable all UBS functionality (includes USB A to B cable
transfer). This can be done if you want to speed up your panel.

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Setup Menu Troubleshoot

Test Touchscreen

Test Color Display

When troubleshooting you
can test the touch screen in
the Setup menu. Just press
the Touchpad TestOrCal
button then press Test. This
will bring up a touch screen
test screen where every
location becomes a button for
touch testing.

You can at any point test that the entire display is working correctly
by entering the Setup Screen and then pressing the display test
button. This will bring up a screen which will have continues scrolling
different color lines (horizontally then vertically).

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EZTouch Editor 2.0

With the EZ12 panel comes with a new version of EZTouch Editor. This version of the of the EZTouch
Editor comes with a vast improvement to quality of life and also includes new features available to all
panels.

As soon as you open up the EZTouch Editor and open a new project you will notice the new layout. The
layout has been improved to provide clearer icons for all objects, make menu options easier to access,
group similar options together, improve ability to position objects and overall improve the ability to
make changes. Also we have added new features such as encrypted email functionality, Private Label
Images (discussed in the EZ12 section before this section), and Improved the Image Database.

Main Programming Screen

In the new EZTouch Editor, once you are done configuring the Project Information screen, by default the
editor will display the EZTouch Panel Main Programming Screen. The new screen layout has an improved
Toolbar at the top, redesigned Project Explorer View on upper left, Tag Database on lower left, Screen
Info tables at the bottom, and the Object Dashboard on the right. All the views can be modified, moved,
or hidden based on user preference. The next section will give a brief overview of functionality.

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Programming Area

Working Area

Project

Tag

Object

Screen Info Tables

Toolbars

Programming Area

This is the programming screen or the foundation where you will build project screens that will in turn
be displayed on the EZTouch Panel unit. The screens can be chosen from the panel touchscreen or
controlled by a PLC or computer. The range of these programming screens is 1 to 999.

These screens are used primarily to incorporate objects and messages. Placing these items onto the
programming screen allows you to have input and control over what is being displayed on the panel.

The Screen now allows a working area around the display area which is equivalent to 3 other screen
areas. Whatever exist in this area does not display on the EZTouch Panel unit but allows for creating and
modifying objects.

Explorer

Dashboard

View

Database
Overview

Certain screen editing functions are available from a popup menu that will display when you click the
right mouse button.

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Project Explorer View

The project explorer section is located on the left sidebar. It can be hidden or moved based on
preference. Also each tab in the explorer can be moved and positioned based on your preference. The
tab selection includes:

Screens

This window is located on the left hand side of the main programming
screen. It is displayed by default. You can have this section auto hide it by
clicking the pin icon.

To go to a screen shown in the Project Screens list, double click on it. Also
to go to ladder logic you can also double click that selection.

The explorer view allows the user to Open, Duplicate and Delete
Screens. These options are available in the right click menu and
they operate the same way as the Add / Edit / Delete Screen(s)
menu.

You can move the window to a different location in the programming window. Just click on the bar at
the top, hold the left mouse button, and drag it to where you want it to appear. If you double click on
the bar at the top it will change to a floating window. Double click on the title bar on the floating tool
box and it will relocate to its last position. You can also use the arrow drop down at top to select to
make it floating or to hide it.

Function

This is the second tab in the Explorer view as default but it can be moved to any position you would like.
This has some of the more commonly used EZTouch Editor Setup functions. This includes:

• Panel Attributes - These are the global panel settings for the project.

• Remote Users - To setup RMC use this setup.

• Email Setup - To create alarm or scheduled Emails use this setup.

• Tag Database - To make changes to the tags in your project use the tag

database.

• Panel Message Database - Global messages can be setup in this

database and then used on multiple screens.

• Alarm Database - All alarms can be configured in this database.

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• Multi-Function - To use global functions (constantly change tags etc.) use this setup.

• FIFO Tables - If you would like to have a FIFO table use this setup.

• Downtime - If you would like to have a downtime table use this setup.

• Global Flex Report - To print a global report you will have to use this setup.

• Project Description - Each project can have its own project description.

• Tag Cross Reference - If you would like to search for tags use this.

• Tag Cross Reference by Screen - If you want to see a full list of tags that are on a screen use this.

Panel Options

This is the third tab in the Explorer view as default but it can be moved to
any position you would like. This has some of the more commonly used
EZTouch Panel functions. This includes:

• Write to Panel - Transfer current project to EZTouch Panel.

• Panel Information - Get current setup information about a connected

Panel.

• Display Screen - Change screens on the EZTouch Panel to specified screen.

• Set Panel IP address - Change the IP address of the EZTouch Panel.

• Time / Date - Change the Time / Date of the EZTouch Panel.

• Reboot Panel - Reboot the EZTouch Panel.

• Clear Panel Program - Clear the current program on the EZTouch Panel.

• Upgrade Firmware - Upgrade the firmware of the EZTouch Panel.

• Diagnostics - Check the current condition of the EZTouch Panel.

• COM Configuration - Change the PC to Panel COM configuration.

Recent Projects

This is the fourth tab in the Explorer view as default but it can be moved to any
position you would like. This will have a full list of the 12 most recent projects
that you have opened.

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Panel Objects Dashboard

The Panel Objects Dashboard has a full list of all available objects that can be placed on the screen.
These objects are grouped by category and multiple categories can be open at the same time. They can
also be listed in alphabetical order and even searched through to find the object you are looking for. The
Panel Objects Dashboard defaults to the right side but it can be moved to any location you want and
also can be hidden till needed.

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Tag Database Overview

The Tag Database Overview has a full list of all tags in the tag database. This list can reordered and
double clicking on any tag will allow you to edit that tag. If you would like you can restrict this view to
specific types of tags. The Tag Database Overview defaults to the lower left side but it can be moved to
any location you want and also can be hidden till needed.

Note: All editing is still done in the Tag Database, double clicking on any tag will bring it up and allow
you to Edit Tag Details.

Screen Info Tables

The Screen Info Tables will provide detailed information on all object and tags in the current screen. The
Screen Info Tables default to the bottom of the main programming area but it can be moved to any
location you want and also can be hidden till needed.

On the next few pages is a detailed description of each available table.

Objects

The Objects table lists all the objects in the currently open screen and includes details on the object such
as position, size, what objects overlap, and if it is not on the screen. Double clicking the Object in the
table will open up its Object Details.

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Objects Outside Screen

The Objects Outside Screen Table will only list the currently open screen's object which are not on
screen. Note: Objects that are not on the screen will not be visible on the panel.

Overlapping Objects

The Overlapping Objects Table will only list the currently open screen's object which are overlapping. It
will also give the position of the objects, which is there rank. The higher the rank the more in front the
object is and therefore visible. If object are the same size and at the same position then only the highest
ranked object will be visible.

Overlapping objects position can be changed in the Overlapping Objects Information screen in the Edit
Menu.

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Tags in Current Screen

The Tags in Current Screen Table will list all the tags that are currently used on this screen with their
details. Double clicking any of these tags allows you to enter the Edit Tag Details screen and make
changes to that tag.

Tags in Selected Objects

The Tags in Selected Objects Table will list all the tags that are currently selected by you. Double clicking
any of these tags allows you to enter the Edit Tag Details screen and make changes to that tag.

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Creating Your First Project

The following is a project tutorial. This section will take you through the process of creating a new
project, placing objects on the screen, and transferring a project to the EZTouch Panel unit. This should
help familiarize you with the EZTouch Editor environment.

Let's assume you have the EZTouch Editor 2.0 installed on your PC (if you don't, install now). Connect
the EZTouch Panel unit to your PC using the P/N EZ-PGMCBL cable or with an USB A to USB B cable
[printer cable]). Connect the EZTouch unit to your PLC using the appropriate panel to PLC cable.

Step 1:

In Step 1 you will be setting up your project by entering project information.

1. From Project Information screen, click on the Open/New Project button.

2. Under Project Name, type in Demo Project 1. The primary EZTouch Panel Program file has an

".ezp" suffix.

3. Under Panel Family Select EZ12 and then in drop down select the Panel Family. In this demo we

are using an EZ12.

4. Select the Panel size. In this Demo Program we are using the 8".

5. Under Protocol/PLC Model select Automation Direct for PLC Manufacturer then in the

dropdown for Protocol/PLC Type select DirectLogic K-Sequence.

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6. Click on the View/Edit PLC Com Setup to edit the PLC Attributes. Set the attributes to match

those in the DirectLogic K-Sequence attributes dialog box shown below. Click OK.

Step 1 is complete!

Step 2:

You are now ready for Step 2,
Design Your Screens. In Step 2
we will place 4 objects on the
screen. You have already
configured your PLC ladder logic
for this Demo Project in the first
part of the tutorial.

The EZTouch Editor working
environment is shown below.
Toolbars provide easy access to
all major programming functions
and features. The objects shown
below represent the touch
buttons and displays that will be
transferred to the panel and
communicate with the PLC when
this tutorial is completed.

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Go to Data Entry tab on the right side of the
screen and select the Numeric Entry.

After selecting Numeric Entry the following
screen will appear.

1. Click on the box in front of Label Text

to activate the object label.

2. In the field next to Label Text, type in

Demo Numeric Entry as shown
above.

3. Click in the field next to Tag Name

and type in Numeric Entry. Press
Enter. The following screen will
appear.

4. In the field next to Address String, type in

V2002, as shown above. Select BCD_INT_16 for
the Data Type. Click OK.

5. .A crosshair cursor will appear on the

programming screen. Position crosshair where you
want the object to appear, and click once.

6. Grab the object by a handle and drag to resize it

until the label displays in its entirety, as shown
below.

7. Next, we'll create a Numeric Display

object. Click on Data Display tab. There
select the Numeric Display. The following
dialog box will appear.

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8. Click on the box in front of

Label Text to activate the object
label.

9. In the field next to Label Text,

type in Demo Numeric Display as
shown above.

10. Click in the field next to Tag

Name and type in Numeric Display.
Press Enter.

11. The following screen will

appear. In the field next to Address
String, type in V2003, as shown
above. Select BCD_INT_16 as the
Data Type. Click OK.

12. A crosshair cursor will appear on the

programming screen. Position crosshair where you
want the object to appear, and click once.

13. Grab the object by a handle and drag to resize it

until the label displays in its entirety, as shown
below.

14. Next, well create a Button object. Click on Buttons tab. There click on Buttons. The

following dialog box will appear.

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15. Click on the box in front of

Label Text to activate the object
label.

16. In the field next to Label Text,

type in Demo Button.

17. Click in the field next to Tag

Name and type in BUTTON OBJECT.
Press Enter. The following screen
will appear.

18. In the field next to Address String, type in C0, as

shown above. The Data Type should remain as
DISCRETE. Click OK.

19. A crosshair cursor will appear on the

programming screen. Position where you want the
object to appear (under the Numeric Entry object),
and click once.

20. Grab the object by a handle and drag to resize it

until the label displays in its entirety, as shown
below.

21. Next, we'll create an Indicator Light object. Go back to Data Display

tab. Click on the Indicator Light. The following dialog box will
appear.

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22. Click on the box in front of

Label Text to activate the object
label.

23. In the field next to Label Text,

type in Demo Indicator Light as
shown above.

24. Click in the field next to Tag

Name and type in INDICATOR
LIGHT. Press Enter. The following
screen will appear.

25. In the field next to Address String, type in C1, as

shown above. The Data Type should remain as
DISCRETE. Click OK.

26. A crosshair cursor will appear on the

programming screen. Position the crosshair where you
want the object to appear (under the Numeric Display
object), and click once.

27. Grab the object by a handle and drag to resize it

until the label displays in its entirety, as shown below.

28. Click on File > Save Project.

You’ve just completed Step 2, Design Your Screens! Now we will transfer Demo Project 1 to the EZ12

unit.

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Step 3:

You are now ready for Step 3, Write Your Program to Panel.

1. Go to File > Transfer to Panel.. (Keyboard Link Ctr + T) as shown in the graphic below.

2. Click on the Start button at the bottom

of the Write Program to Panel dialog box to
begin transferring the project to the panel.

3. Your user program, Demo, should now

be written to the EZTouch Panel unit, and
the screen you have created should be
displayed on the panel.

4. Panel Information will be updated with

information it receives from establishing a
link with the panel and the PLC.

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To test the link, press the Demo Numeric Entry button on your EZTouch Panel screen. A popup keypad
similar to the one shown below should display.

Enter a number on the keypad by pressing the
number keys. Press Enter. The keypad will disappear
and the number you entered should appear on the
Demo Numeric Display on your panel screen.

Press the Demo Button on your panel screen. It will change from On to Off. The Demo Indicator Light
should change from On to Off, also.

You've just completed Step 3, Write Your Program to Panel!

You have now successfully configured a PLC, created a user
program, transferred it to the EZTouch Panel unit and
established communication between the PLC and panel.

This simple tutorial has taken you through the major steps to
creating a working link between your application and an
EZTouch Panel unit. Of course, there are almost unlimited
capabilities for creating a program unique to your application!

Changes are easy, too. Create your own Demo project based on this one, adding color, password
protection, and dynamic graphics, for instance.

The EZTouch Panel unit and EZTouch Editor are practical, versatile — and best of all — make it "EZ" for
you to create a dynamic interface for your application!

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Firmware Upgrade

The EZ Touch program loader now includes a feature that allows EZ12 to upgrade firmware with a USB
Flash drive. This process especially benefits System Integrators and OEMs with upgrading the Panels on­site without having to actually connect to a computer.

Note: Firmware upgrade will eliminate the program on the panel. Please backup the file.

If you would like to load a Project File to the panel using a USB, you will need to use another USB. A USB
with firmware will only ever allow firmware upgrade.

Creating Firmware Upgrade files for use with USB Flash Drive

To create the USB firmware file, follow the direction below. Please be careful and use the correct
firmware file.

1. In the EZTouch Main programming window, click on menu File > Create USB Firmware File to

create user project file for use with the USB flash drive.

2. In the Select Firmware File, select the EZ12 firmware file.

3. Next select the folder you would like to save the USB firmware file to. This can be a USB folder.

4. Final click the Create USB Firmware File button. This will create the USB file which will be called

"EZ_FW.MME".

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Upgrading Firmware with USB Flash Drive

To actually upgrade the firmware on any EZ12 panel, follow the directions below.

1. Use the directions above to create USB firmware file and then move this file "EZ_FW.MME" to a

USB. Note you cannot change the name otherwise this will not function.

2. Take the USB and insert it in a powered on EZ12 unit. Note firmware on the Panel has to be

version L.0.130 or higher already for this to function. If it is not please use the serial firmware
upgrade.

3. The panel will stop normal operations and you will see text on the panel saying it is verifying the

firmware ("Verify file"). While this is happening please do not power off the unit or take out the
USB.

4. Once the firmware file is verified, the firmware will upgrade on the panel ("Write file").

5. Once the upgrade is done the panel will tell you ("Done"). Please take out the USB at this point.

6. After about 5 seconds after firmware upgrade is done, the panel will restart. Note if you have

not taken out the USB then the panel will check the USB firmware file on the USB again once it
has powered on. It will not upgrade again after it verifies that the file is for the same firmware
version.

7. You have now upgraded the firmware on the panel. You can at this point download a project to

the panel or you can use a different USB to load a USB project file.

Upgrading Firmware over Serial Cable

In the Main Programming Window, if you click on Setup > Upgrade Firmware, it will allow you to
upgrade the firmware of your EZPanel.

There may be occasional upgrades to the EZTouch Panel internal software, also referred to as the Exec
or Firmware. Check the EZAutomation web site (www.EZAutomation.net) periodically for information
about software and firmware upgrades.

To Upgrade Firmware

1. Back up the user program currently stored in the EZTouch Panel unit and save to disk.

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2. Click on Upgrade Firmware and navigate (click on Browse button) to the new firmware file (.hex

file).

Note: If the EZPanel is connected to a PLC (other than the EZPLC), you will not see the option for EZPLC
f/w upgrade.

3. Please make sure to use serial communication to upgrade firmware. In serial communication

select the appropriate COM port and click on the OK button to begin the upgrade. A status bar
will let you know when the upgrade is complete.

4. The dialog box will show the File Revision number of the firmware and the Panel Revision of the

Firmware. Check these revision numbers. If they are the same (no upgrade is needed) you may
click on the Abort button to exit. If the file you have selected is not the right one, click on the
Select a different file... button.

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Calibration

The new program loader and EZ12 panels have a couple new ways of calibrating screens. The program
loader still has the ability to initiate calibration from the Panel Menu. Just go in the EZPanel Main
Programming Window, to Panel > Touch Screen Calibration, and this will prompt the connected panel
to go through the calibration sequence.

We also now have an on screen calibration option in the setup menu. As well as a USB calibration
option.

Setup Menu Calibration

The setup menu (hold left upper corner (40x40) of screen for 5 seconds) has a button that allows for
Touch Screen Calibration. For more Setup Menu information please see the Setup Menu Section.

Note: If nothing is pressed for 15-20 seconds during calibration mode then previous calibration is used
and panel will restart. Therefore if you accidentally enter calibration mode you only need to wait and
panel will exit by itself.

USB Calibration

You can use any file with the extension .cal on a USB to calibrate the panel. For example an empty text
doc which extension is changed to ".cal"(ex: Calibrate_text.cal). Once USB is put in panel the panel will
immediately enter calibration mode (if it does not then you might need to power cycle the unit). After
calibration mode it will restart, please remove the USB during restart otherwise panel will reenter
calibration mode once it finishes powering up.

Note: USB can be disabled. If it so you will need to go to the setup menu and reenable it for this
functionality.

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Project File Load

The EZTouch program loader now includes a feature that allows panels with a USB port, to be
programmed with a USB Flash drive. This process especially benefits System Integrators and OEMs with
upgrading the Panels on-site without having to actually connect to a computer. Since multiple programs
can be saved on one USB Flash drive, the user can program different panels with the same USB Flash
drive, or quickly change the Panel from for different jobs.

The panels can be programmed in following easy steps:

1. Create a USB file (*.hmi) using the EZ Touch Program Loader.

2. Save the file on the USB Flash drive (only in the root directory). It will ask if you would like to

save to flash, select yes if you would like to have your program retain over power cycle.

3. Insert the USB stick into the panel's USB port. You might need to power cycle before the next

step happens.

4. The panel brings up a list of projects that are available on the USB Flash drive. Select the

necessary project and press OK. (If the panel is not compatible with the project selected, an
Error message is displayed.)

5. The project is automatically loaded on the panel.

Creating files for use with USB Flash Drive

In the EZ Touch Main programming window, click on menu File > Create USB Project File to create user
project file for use with the USB flash drive. User can select name. The file is saved with .hmi extension.

The dialog box shown below would appear:

Note: Radio button options are available only if you are using one of the AVG PLC drivers in the project.

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Copy file(s) on USB Drive

Copy file(s) created by the editor on the root directory of a USB flash disk. (Please note files copied in
other than root directory would not be read by the panel.)

All files are saved automatically with .hmi extension. Files without this extension will not be read.

Programming the panel using USB Drive

To program the panel from USB Drive, insert the USB flash directly into the panel's USB port. The panel
would display a list of files available in the root directory (with .hmi extension). An example is shown
below:

Select the required project using the Up-Down arrows and press “Accept”. If the panel is not compatible
with the project selected, an Error message saying “Wrong panel Type” is displayed. The selected
project is then automatically loaded into the Panel.

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To View Images as

Click to add images to

Used to set Image as Private

Image Database

In addition to the Bitmap objects already offered on the panels, EZTouch software now includes the
Image Database. This Image Database is used in sync with Bitmap objects and/or Animation objects. It
allows the user to refer and use one bitmap with several different objects, thus saving a tremendous
amount of memory. The Image Database has following features:

1. An extensive built-in Symbol Factory of over 3000 images for industrial automation, including

pumps, pipes, valves, tanks, mixers, material handling, sensors, PLCs, and ISA symbols to copy
and paste hundreds of built-in graphic files directly to the project screen.

2. You may also click on AVG Image Library to gain access to a library of over 3,000 symbols for

industrial automation. These images have been formatted to allow easy dimension changes.

3. The user can also download (or copy from clipboard) and use their own graphic image files. (e.g:

Bitmap(.bmp), Windows Metafile (.wmf), Windows Enhanced Metafile (.emf) etc.)

4. The users also have an option of using the built–in photo Editor to create and customize images.

Programming Image Database

In the EZ Touch Main programming window, click on Setup > Image Database to create the Image
Database. The dialog box similar to the one shown below would appear

Thumbnails

Label Image (Power Up Images)

Library or edit them later.

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Enter a Name for

Can select Image

Can select Image

Can select Image

Create or edit an image

Click to Add Selected

Adding Images to the Database:

Once the user clicks the Add/Edit button, the following dialog box appears:

all Images

from AVG Image
Library

from Symbol Factory

from File or Copied

with the Photo Editor.

Image to Database.

Repeat this process till all the required images have been added to the Database. Click Cancel
when done. The Image Database dialog box would appear again. Press OK.

Using the Image Database:

The Image Database can be used with any of the following objects:

1. Bitmap Objects: In the EZ Touch Main Programming Window, click on Main Menu > Objects > Bitmap
Objects

• Dynamic Bitmap

• Bitmap Button Object

• Multi-state Bitmap

2. Animation: In the EZ Touch Main Programming Window, click on Main Menu > Objects > Animation

• Single Position

• Multi Position

• Single Image Dynamic Position

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You can also directly

the different options.

You can use the

select Image

An Example: Using Image Database with a Dynamic Bitmap

A Dynamic Bitmap can show a visual representation of a process. There are two bitmaps per object, one
that is shown when a bit is ON and another that is displayed when the bit is OFF. Depending on the state
of the discrete tag, the corresponding bitmap is displayed on the panel.

In addition to other sources, Bitmaps can now also be selected from Image Database as shown in the
dialog box below:

select an image from

Image Database to

Once you use a library image in an object, and
then you want to embed the image within the
object itself for some reason (for example to
resize the object, modify the image), click the
button “Embed a Copy of Image within the
object” in the dialog box. (see the left dialog box
below. This button is only available when object
refers to image from the Image Database.) It
includes a copy of the library image within the
object, and it would be delinked from the Image
Database as shown in the dialog box on the
right.

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AVG Image Library

EZTouch Editor includes the AVG Image Library with Images that are detailed both when small size and
when become larger. The other image library has also been left in just in case you need it but as a
comparison see below. To use AVG Image Library use the AVG Image Library instead of the Symbol
Factory.

New AVG Image Library:

Symbol Factory Image Library:

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Email Setup (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.)

The EZTouch Editor 2.0 now has support for sending emails that can be used with any Email Server
(Gmail, Yahoo, etc.). The email setup is very fast and easy and allows for the EZ12 panel to send emails if
there is an alarm or even on a scheduled basis (such as product count at shift change).

To setup the please go to Remote Access > Email Setup... The following dialog will appear with 4 tabs.

Email Server Setup

The main tab for setup is the Email Server Setup. Here you will need to input all the parameters for your
email client, for example your gmail account. It is usually best to setup an account which you will use
exclusively for these emails but it is not required.

Outgoing Server (SMTP)

To setup your emails you will have to enter the IP address of the server on your network. To find this IP
address use the Domain Name Lookup and enter the domain name (ex. www.gmail.com). The found IP
address will be the Server IP on your network. To use this IP address press the Use Selected IP.

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Note: If the development network is different than production network the Server IP might be different.

You can also just directly enter the domain name and it will automatically detect the IP address needed.
Note that the DNS Server has to configure for this to work correctly.

Port Number (SMTP)

Every Server will have a specified Port No. that is used with it. Please enter the number here.

Note: Based on encryption the Port No. might change.

Encryption Type

For most Email Servers you will be required to use encryption (encryption is different then
authentication, you will most likely require both). Encryption is used to make sure your emails are not
intercepted and go to the correct Server. The Email provider will inform you which encryption and Port
Number should be used.

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Error Code

Error Cause

0

No Error

1

Internal Error. Re download Project.

2

Cannot connect to Server (check Ethernet cable, Panel IP and Mac address)

3

No TLS (check if TLS is required by Server)

Send Error (Cannot send email, check message and sender/receiver email

address)

5

Authorization Error (Check Username / Password)

6

DNS Error (Please check DNS server and make sure it is connecting)

SMTP Error Tag

For easier troubleshooting a tag input is provided. This tag will display error codes based on what error
has occurred. This error tag is divided in half contains both an error code and a count (up to 255) of how
many emails have not been sent. The counter will reset when an email is finally sent.

The Most Significant 8 bits are the counter and the Least Significant 8 bits are the error code

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Note: To use this correctly you will most likely need to separate the bits and the easiest way is to move
only certain bits in the PLC into another register.

SMTP Authentication

For most Email Servers each email address will have its own Username and Password. If the Email
address to be used as the Sender email requires a Username and Password. Please activate the SMP
requires authentication and enter the specified emails Username and password here. Most current
Email Servers will require both encryption and authentication.

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Sender Email Address

Enter the Email address which the emails will be sent from here. Also you can use the Send Test Email
option to verify that all your settings are correct.

The Send Test Email option requires all information to be entered and then it connects to your selected
panel (make sure have Serial/Ethernet connection to panel) and request that the panel send the email
to the specified recipient (you will need to enter a recipient in the Email recipient tab). If everything
works correctly the recipient should receive the test email. If the recipient does not get the email please
check all your settings.

Unsent Email FIFO

Sending email takes a certain amount of time and therefore email might be generated at a faster rate
than they can be sent. Therefore there is a FIFO queue where up to 8 unsent emails are stored till they
are sent. As mentioned this queue is a FIFO and therefore the oldest email will be dropped if a 9th email
is generated.

Note: The panel will attempt to send each email up to 3 times and then the email will be discarded. Each
attempt will be followed by short waiting period.

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Email Recipients

Click on the Email Recipients tab to add the email addresses of the new recipients or to edit the email
addresses of the existing recipients. Recipients can be tag based but if an email recipient address is
incorrect you will not receive any indication from the panel. The panel cannot receive emails from server
that an email was not delivered.

Note: The maximum number of recipients could be 8. Once an alarm is triggered, the alarm emails will be
sent to all the email addresses added to this list.

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Alarm Email Setup

Alarm Email Setup allows you to create one template with user defined email subject line, and the user
defined email body. You may check the Append Alarm Message to Subject Line, and the Append Alarm
Message Details to the Body boxes to automatically add the triggered alarm message, or/and the alarm
message details, right after your Subject Line and the Email Text.

Appending the alarm message allows inserting of tags to the email since Alarm messages can include tag
data.

NOTE: Subject Line can be max of 128 characters including the triggered Alarm message. Whereas, the
Email Body can be maximum of 1000 characters including the Alarm message details, if appended.

Example:

IMPORTANT NOTE: You may only add/edit the email addresses for the new or existing users in the OFF­LINE programming mode.

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Schedule Email

Click on the Schedule Email tab to create a desired email schedule. This scheduled email will be sent at
specified intervals to specific email recipients. The schedule can be tag-based or occur on regularly
scheduled intervals such as hourly, daily, weekly, monthly or at specifically chosen times. The email can
also be sent to one or several email recipients and include variables in the body of the email such as
date, time, numeric tag, discrete tag, or ASII tag information.

Below is an example which will be sent at 8:00 AM, 4:00 PM, and Midnight (12:00 AM). The example has
a date and 2 tags embedded. Finally it has an ASCII tag which has the current status embedded as well.

Use the Preview Body button to view a
generated email based on selections.

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Ethernet and NTP Setup

In the Panel Main Programming Window, if you click on Setup > Ethernet Setup, it will display the
Ethernet Setup window for defining the Ethernet settings for your corresponding Panel. When selected,
the following screen will be shown.

Note: These settings can also be changed on the Panel using the Setup Screen Button.

As shown in the above screen, user can specify the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway for the Panel.
Also for Domain Name functionality you can configure your DNS server IP Addresses.

For easier troubleshooting a DNS Error Tag is provided in the Panel Attributes. This tag will display a
count for both a DNS NTP lookup failure and a DNS SMTP lookup failure (up to 255). The counter will
reset when a DNS lookup does not fail.

The Most Significant 8 bits are the SMTP lookup failure counter and the Least Significant 8 bits are the
NTP lookup failure counter.

Note: To use this correctly you will most likely need to separate the bits and the easiest way is to move
only certain bits in the PLC into another register.

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Time Zone

GMT time offset (UTC)

Eastern Standard Time (EST)

- 5:00

Central Standard Time (CST)

- 6:00

Mountain Standard Time (MST)

- 7:00

Pacific Standard Time (PST)

- 8:00

Middle European Time (MET)

+ 1:00

Indian Standard Time (IST)

+ 5:30

China Standard Time (CST)

+ 8:00

Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST)

+ 10:00

NTP Setup

The NTP Server communication setup is also included in the Ethernet Setup. This means that the NTP
Server will retain and function no matter what the project on the Panel is. To setup NTP server you only
have to add the NTP Server IP and the Time Offset from UTC. Below is a simple chart of some UTC times.

Note: Current daylight savings is not implemented so might need to change the offset to allow for
daylight saving.

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Error

0

No Error

Cannot connect to NTP Server

For troubleshooting there does exist a NTP Error Tag in Panel Attributes.

Code

>0

Error Cause

please check IP of server

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