PALM PDA or SONY PDA for cnc communications

[SFA]

We are working on putting together a package deal on a PDA and the Vista Software. Two versions will be offered, a low end unit (black and white) and high end (color). Anyone have recommendations on what models?

We will be responsible for all support, configuration and cabling. Since we deal with this all the time, it makes a logical since to move this direction.

[rfmerrill]

I have the Palm Zire 71. It works great. I don't think they are currently making the Zire 71 anymore. Palm is making the Zire 72 now. I havn't got to play with one yet, but I think if it is the same as the 71 with upgrades it would be the best choice. I don't know what black and white models are available. One of the most important decisions about which PDA to use is which cables are available to link from the PDA to the RS232 port.

[trubleshtr]

Is there a way to use a handheld device to comm with PLC's???

[Al_The_Man]

What Make of PLC are you refering to as some have standard RS232 and others have proprietary interfaces.
Al

[trubleshtr]

Mainly Omron or AB. Just curious to know if it has been tried/done???
That woould give me one more reason to get the boss to buy me a PDA.

[2M MACHINING]

Hi ChrisW,
Can you tell me where I can buy software to communicate CNC to PDA.

Thanks
Mike

[gm3211]

We do offer a solution to purchase a complete bundle or just the software:

http://www.shopfloorautomations.com/pdaconnect.php

Hope this helps.

[gm3211]

For the cables and support on Vista Software, now PDA Connect, please contact us:

http://www.shopfloorautomations.com/pdaconnect.php

We can upgrade you to the latest rev, provide any cables needed and even provide a turnkey bundle.