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Off-line simulation is also great for demonstrating the operation of the HMI and becoming familiar with the operation
of the HMI before it is installed. If you want to simulate the interaction with a PLC when off-line, it can be done by
creating additional windows on the HMI which allow PLC data input.
 To use off-line simulation mode from EasyBuilder:
1. If the project has been modified since the last time it was saved and compiled, or if it has not yet been
compiled, it must be saved and compiled before the simulator can start.
2. Select Tools > Off-line Simulation from the top menu bar (or click the Off-line Simulation icon in the Project
toolbar ).
3. The Simulation Mode screen will appear.
4. To end off-line simulation, right-click in the simulation screen and click Exit simulation.
Simulation mode can also be started from Project Manager. Project Manager requires only the compiled project file
(*.xob). This can be useful in situations in which you want to demonstrate changes made to a project for a client
without giving him access to your project file. It also allows you to rapidly switch from simulating one project to
another without having to open, save, and compile each project.
 To use off-line simulation mode from Project Manager
1. Start the Project Manager software.
2. Click Offline-Simulator. The Open Project box appears.
3. Click on the compiled project file that you wish to simulate.
4. Click Open. The simulation screen will appear.
5. To end off-line simulation, right click in the simulation screen and click Exit.
Online simulation requires a direct connection between the PC and the controller. It is not necessary to have the HMI
connected.
The HMI’s COM1 RS232 connection is wired the same as a standard PC 9-pin serial connector. Therefore, the standard
Maple Systems’ COM1 RS232 cable for the selected PLC/controller can be used with online simulation. Connect the
cable end marked "HMI" to the PC’s serial port, and connect the other end to the PLC/controller.
 To use on-line simulation mode from EasyBuilder
1. If the project has been modified since the last time it was saved and compiled, or if it has not yet been
compiled, it must be saved and compiled before the simulator can start.
2. Select Tools > On-line Simulation from the top menu bar (or click the On-line Simulation icon in the Project
toolbar ).
3. The Simulation Mode screen will appear.
4. To end on-line simulation, right-click in the simulation screen and click Exit simulation.
 To use on-line simulation mode from Project Manager
1. Start the Project Manager software.
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