62 Tutorial: Vijeo Designer

Interaction: A separate window opens looking exactly like a Magelis HMI.

Troubleshooting: If the simulator crashes, check your Windows 11 compatibility settings (Run as Admin).

For global machinery:

The most comprehensive "tutorial" is actually the official user manual. It walks through every driver, object, and script function.

' This script makes the light blink if an alarm is active
Dim AlarmActive
AlarmActive = HMIRuntime.Alarms.IsActive("Process_Alarms", 0) ' 0 = First alarm
If AlarmActive = True Then
Blinking = True
Else
Blinking = False
End If
 vijeo designer 62 tutorial

Save and close. Now, when the tank overflows, the red circle will blink without any PLC code. Interaction: A separate window opens looking exactly like

You do not need a physical HMI to test 80% of your project. Vijeo Designer 6.2 has an exceptional simulator.

Note: Simulation uses your PC keyboard and mouse. For global machinery: The most comprehensive "tutorial" is

In the world of industrial automation, the Human-Machine Interface (HMI) is the window into your process. Schneider Electric’s Vijeo Designer 6.2 is a powerful, Windows-based software package used to create sophisticated HMI applications for Magelis line of panels (GTO, GTU, STO, XBT GH, etc.). Whether you are controlling a packaging line, a water treatment facility, or a factory floor, Vijeo Designer is the tool that bridges the gap between the operator and the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC).

This tutorial aims to provide a step-by-step guide from installation to advanced animation. By the end of this article, you will be able to navigate the interface, create your first project, configure drivers, build screens, and simulate your application without needing physical hardware.