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Entertron Introduces an Interface for Your PDA to ePLC Connection

Gasport, NY - July 14, 2003 -- Entertron Industries Inc., the innovation leader in embedded programmable logic controller solutions, introduces ePalm - an interface for "Personal Data Assistants" (PDA) to Entertron's ePLCs.

ePalm is more than just a convenient replacement for a laptop or operator interface; it is a unique and essential tool for managing field service technicians, managers, and operators. By working with aliases, the user can restrict full access to your ePLC-based systems while granting access to a reduced set of parameters.

ePalm contains a spreadsheet-style interface and allows you to manage a list of aliases. These aliases allow you to set control limits and generate alarms if any system variable is out of control.

ePalm requires the following:

• Palm OS 3.5 or later handheld computer
• Palm data cable to interface your handheld computer with your PLC or Modbus Device
• MODBUS Operating System required for ePLCs
• Valid registration code
• RS232 communications

The ePalm software offers password protection allowing the user to only scroll through the aliases. No further changes to the ePLC settings are possible without password access. This mode is used to prevent unauthorized users from changing ePLC settings as well as preventing mistakes by authorized users.

The user of ePalm can do the following:

• read an ePLC register
• write to an ePLC register
• turn an internal relay coil on / off
• read status of internal relay coil
• read discrete input status

Entertron is offering a "no expiration" license. Meaning that once a license for a specific PDA is purchased, there is no renewal required. The only time ePalm would have to be purchased again, would be for a feature based upgrade. Bug upgrades are no charge. ePalm will run for 30 days without registration. Once the 30 days have expired, a license is required.

The cost for this unique interface software for your PDA is $95 / license.

For specifications and access to manual information click to access.

About Entertron:

Entertron Industries is an American manufacturer of embedded programmable logic controllers, offering operator interfaces, touch screens and other peripherals since 1978. Solutions have been successfully deployed in various industries ranging from mobile applications requiring 12 VDC power (car crushers, radio frequency remote controls, parade floats); 24 VAC applications (car washes and HVAC) to your more traditional applications for PLCs (vehicle restraints, elevators, packaging equipment).

Contact:

Stephen Luft
Entertron Industries, Inc.
Phone: (716) 772-7216
E-Mail: plcs@entertron.com
Web: www.entertron.com