Description

The XVS-440-57MPI-1-10 is a 5.7-inch infrared touch panel and HMI-PLC platform engineered by Eaton Moeller. Equipped with integrated Ethernet, RS232, and PROFIBUS/MPI communication channels, this terminal serves as a visualization and industrial control hub across legacy and contemporary factory automation systems.

Commercial Availability & Procurement

• Condition: New Original (Factory Sealed / New Surplus) or Refurbished (Fully Tested)
• Warranty: 12-Month Comprehensive HMI Warranty
• Lead Time: Ships within 1–2 business days from stock availability
• Pricing Note: Listed price is indicative and subject to market conditions. Contact our sales team for a firm, negotiated quote.

Technical Specifications

Field Experience & Engineering Insights

Infrared Touch Layer and Optics

In field applications, the infrared touch matrix provides a significant mechanical advantage over standard resistive overlays: it utilizes a laminated, non-reflective safety glass front screen. Because it relies on an array of light beams rather than physical deflection, operators can actuate controls using heavy work gloves, styluses, or industrial tools without scratching or wearing out the surface. However, you must keep the outer bezel groove free of dust, grease, and heavy moisture buildup, as severe debris accumulation can obstruct the IR line-of-sight and register false touches or blind spots.

Software Configuration & PLC Retrofitting

The XVS-440-57MPI-1-10 functions out-of-the-box as an HMI visualization client target using Eaton’s GALILEO or EPAM designer environments.

• PLC Functionality: While the unit is designated as an “HMI-PLC,” the internal PLC controller engine is not activated by default. To execute logic directly on the panel via XSOFT-CODESYS-2 or XSOFT-CODESYS-3, you must separately procure and activate the runtime license (Part No. 140389: LIC-PLC-MXP-SMALL).
• Operating System Boot: The hardware runs on a Windows CE kernel. The operating system image and visualization projects run from the external CompactFlash card slot. A high-endurance industrial-grade CF card is mandatory for startup; standard consumer-grade media will quickly experience read/write wear blocks under industrial conditions.

Power Subsystem and Non-Isolated Comm Ports

• Voltage Dips: The internal power regulator handles voltage dips up to 20 ms from a nominal 24 V DC source. If the supply drops from marginal baseline levels (e.g., 20.4 V DC), the hardware tolerates drops for only up to 2 ms before triggering a system reset.
• Isolation Grounding Warning: The onboard RS232 and USB physical ports are not galvanically isolated. The 0 V reference rail is tied directly to the metal housing potential. When networking this terminal to variable frequency drives or high-power switchgear across long distances, ensure strict equipotential bonding or use external optical isolators to protect the comm ports from ground loops.

System Integration & Compatibility Checklist

• Network Integration: Local multi-point connections operate concurrently via the dedicated PROFIBUS DP/MPI Sub-D 9-pin interface and the 10/100 Mbps RJ45 Ethernet port.
• Clock Buffering: The embedded real-time clock (RTC) is buffered by an internal CR2032 lithium cell providing a typical 10-year backup lifespan. Note: The battery is soldered directly to the mainboard and is not intended for field replacement.
• Standards & Certifications: UL 60950-01, CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, IEC/EN 61131-2, and CE marking. Ensure the device is powered exclusively by an approved SELV (Safety Extra-Low Voltage) power supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the panel display a wider spectrum than 256 colors if the project requires it?

No. The CSTN (Color Super-Twisted Nematic) display technology on the XVS-440 series is physically limited to a 256-color palette at a hardware level. Importing 16-bit or 24-bit true-color graphics will result in automatic software dithering during compilation, which can degrade text readability or image clarity on screen.

What should I check if the screen stays dark but the green status LED lights up?

This behavior generally points to a failed CCFL (Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamp) backlight tube or its high-voltage inverter transformer circuit. While the nominal service life of the CCFL backlight is rated for 50,000 hours, prolonged running at full intensity inside high-temperature panels will accelerate degradation. If the backlight fails, the physical display panel must be repaired or replaced.

Is it possible to use the onboard USB ports to dump historical data logs directly onto a standard thumb drive?

Yes, but with caveats. The USB Host port supports USB 2.0 communication protocols between 1.5 Mbps and 12 Mbps. Because the OS is Windows CE, the thumb drive must be formatted to FAT or FAT32, and you must verify that the target USB drive does not exceed the current drawing allowance specified for external peripheral additions.