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Chapter 2 - Using Windows TM CE
What is Windows TM CE 5.0?
The OMI5000 Series Open HMI is designed to be a Windows CE platform. Microsoft® Windows® CE is a
compact operating system that occupies less storage space or system resources than other operating
systems. By its modular nature, it is possible to choose those functions that are useful for specific
applications, not only reducing the system resources required, but also reducing start-up time. In the
field of industrial automation or for operator interface terminal, this is an appealing feature because the
impact of downtime is minimized. Furthermore, the small storage space it needs makes operating
systems on solid-state disks possible.
Utilities
There are several useful utilities that come with the Windows CE v.5.0 operating system of the OMI5000
Series, including support for:
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Remote Desktop Connection (Allows the Open HMI to connect to a remote computer)
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Regsvrce.exe (Use to register any ActiveX CE DLL)
Soft Keyboard
There are two options available on the OMI5000 Series for keyboard input - a separate keyboard that
can be connected to the USB port or a built-in ‘software keypad’ that can be activated and displayed on
the touchscreen of the Open HMI.
To use the soft keyboard, click on the small Keyboard icon located on the right side of the Task bar,
then click ‘Large KB’.
To close the popup keyboard, click on the Keyboard icon , and then click ‘Hide Input Panel’.