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Overview starting at $499

ViewMarq is an Industrial LED Message Display that utilizes the latest LED and communications technologies to help communicate
important information. ViewMarq can display real-time factory floor data, with messages controlled from a PLC or any other device that
uses the supported protocols. Embedded data support allows real-time production data from the controller to be contained within each
message. The free configuration software allows you to create pre-formatted message strings that can be loaded into the PLC. This data
can then be displayed in real-time messages that help to keep your facility productive and informed.

Features Message Control

The ViewMarq message displays utilize both serial and Ethernet
• UL508, CE, RoHS communications and can be connected to a PLC or PC or any
• NEMA 4 (Wash Down) device capable of serial ASCII master, Modbus RTU, or Modbus TCP
• NEMA 12 (Dust, Oil, Water, and Dirt) communications. Messages can be controlled by any of the
following methods:
• ASCII Input Strings through the RS232 or RS485 port
• Modbus RTU Messages through the RS232 or
RS485 port
• Modbus TCP Messages through the Ethernet port

Features • Low power consumption,

• One-, two-, or four-line displays high-efficiency switch mode power
• Scrolling messages supply reduces cost of ownership
• Blinking text and messages • Wall mount / cabinet top mount or
• Display embedded PLC string and chain mount - brackets included
numeric variables • All the configuration parameters are set
• Tri-Color LED (Red, Green, Amber) through software for ease of use.
(No DIP switches.)
• Built-in Ethernet port; RS-232, and
RS-485 serial ports • Customer configured messages can be
sent via an ASCII serial string, Modbus
• Free, easy-to-use RTU or Modbus TCP protocols
configuration software package
• Serial RS232/485 and Ethernet Modbus
TCP communications can be used at the
same time

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Information

Systems
Overview
ViewMarq Configuration Software is designed to help you create
messages with ease. Simply type your message in the text editor Programmable
Controllers
and immediately see the results in the included simulator. Change
character colors and sizes or add features such as scrolling and Download the Software
blinking. This software utility gives you multiple functionality, The ViewMarq Configuration Software can be Field I/O

allowing you to: downloaded at no charge from the AutomationDirect Software

Web site, or a CD version may be purchased for $10
• Create and preview messages on your PC
by ordering p/n MD-PGMSW. Help files are included C-more &
• Send messages to the ViewMarq LED display other HMI
in the software.
• Configure the ViewMarq to communicate with a PLC
Drives
• Create ASCII string commands that may be used in the PLC
instructions to control the ViewMarq. The software generates the Soft
required ASCII command string from your message and then allows Starters
you to copy and paste the string into your ladder logic program in
your PLC. ViewMarq Configuration Software Motors &
Part Number: MD-PGMSW Gearbox

Steppers/
Servos

Motor
Controls

Proximity
Built-in Message Simulator Sensors
• Displays formatted message on your PC as
you type. Photo
Sensors
• Test all of your messages before downloading.
• Saving time saves you money! Limit
Switches

Simple Message Creation Encoders

• Message creation and editing is made simple
and fast with intuitive software. Easy-to-find Current
tools help change the character color, add Sensors
blinking, and insert embedded variables.
Pressure
Sensors

Command String Viewer Temperature

• Allows you to copy and paste the command Sensors
string needed for your PLC ladder code.
Pushbuttons/
Lights

Process

Relays/
Timers

Comm.

Terminal
Blocks &
Wiring

Power

Circuit
Protection

Enclosures

Tools

Pneumatics

Safety

Appendix

Part #
Index
Requires Windows XP (Service Pack 3), Vista or Windows 7 (32 and 64-bit) and a serial or Ethernet connection to the ViewMarq Display.
Purchase cables separately. (An Ethernet cable comes packaged with each ViewMarq LED message display.)

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 Rugged and Reliable
Rugged Industrial Design
The heavy duty extruded aluminum housing offers a dependable yet attractive display in even the most demanding industrial
environments. ViewMarq is one of the few message displays on the market that is NEMA 4 and NEMA 12 rated (indoor only). Access
covers with seal-tight cable glands offer reliable, easy installation of power and communication wiring. Adjustable heavy-duty
mounting brackets offer secure mounting at various angles or when hung from chains. The unit ships with wall-mount and chain-
mount brackets as well an Ethernet cable to help you get started. The NEMA 4 and NEMA 12 cable gland fittings for
communications and power wiring are also included in the package.

Rugged aluminum UL508, CE, NEMA 4, Supports scrolling lines (up,

extruded housing NEMA 12, and RoHs down, left, right) and blink

Durable Durable
Quality Tri-color Low power consumption,
Polycarbonate Polycarbonate
LEDs in all models efficient power supply
End Caps smoked lens cover
(Green, Amber, Red)

Heavy duty mounting

brackets (included)

Wall or Ceiling Mount

Chain Mount

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Information

Systems

One-Line Displays MD4-0112T $499 Overview

• 1-1/4” , 2” characters Programmable

Controllers
• Models with 12 or 24 characters per line
• Approximate viewing distance
MD4-0124T $759
Field I/O
up to 100 ft
Software

C-more &
Two-Line Displays MD4-0212T $799 other HMI

• 1-1/4” , 2”, 4” characters

Drives
• Models with 12 or 24 characters per line
• Approximate viewing distance Soft
up to 200 ft MD4-0224T $1,099 Starters

Motors &
Gearbox

Steppers/
Servos

Motor

Four-Line Displays MD4-0412T $1,199 Controls

• 1-1/4” , 2”, 4”, 6”, 8” characters Proximity

Sensors
• Models with 12 or 24 characters per line
• Approximate viewing distance Photo
Sensors
up to 400 ft
Limit
Switches

MD4-0424T $1,900 Encoders

Current
Sensors

Pressure
Sensors

Temperature
Sensors

Here are the recommended viewing 23.3 inches Pushbuttons/

distances based on the character size Lights
MD4-0112T
that can be used: Process
MD4-0212T
Minimum Maximum Displays with
Relays/
Character Recommended Recommended these character MD4-0412T Timers
Size Viewing Viewing sizes
Distance Distance (Part Numbers) Comm.

MD4-0112T
44.89 inches
Terminal
MD4-0124T MD4-0124T Blocks &
MD4-0212T Wiring
1.25 in 6 ft 60 ft MD4-0224T
MD4-0224T
MD4-0412T MD4-0424T Power
MD4-0424T
Circuit
MD4-0112T Protection
MD4-0124T
MD4-0212T Recommended Viewing Distance 8'' Enclosures
2 in 10 ft 100 ft
MD4-0224T 6''
MD4-0412T Tools
MD4-0424T 4''
2''
MD4-0212T 11⁄4'' Pneumatics
MD4-0224T Character Size
4 in 20 ft 200 ft
MD4-0412T Safety
MD4-0424T
Distance Appendix
MD4-0412T 6 ft. - 60 ft.
6 in 20 ft 300 ft
MD4-0424T 10 ft. - 100 ft.
Part #
MD4-0412T 20 ft. - 200 ft. Index
8 in 20 ft 400 ft
MD4-0424T 20 ft. - 300 ft.
20 ft. - 400 ft.
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