Unitronics’ Remote Operator

Android App Analysis and Review: Unitronics’ Remote Operator, Developed by Unitronics. Listed in Productivity Category. Current Version Is 2.1.19, Updated On 20/07/2025 . According to users reviews on Google Play: Unitronics’ Remote Operator. Achieved Over 29 thousand Installs. Unitronics’ Remote Operator Currently Has 76 Reviews, Average Rating 4.5 Stars

The Remote Operator app enables you to remotely access your Unitronics controllers using your smartphone and tablet.

- Remotely access Vision and Samba controllers via Internet or wireless LAN connection

- Control and monitor automation and machines remotely

- View operational conditions, Alarms, data, and Trends in real time

- ‘Full Control’ or ‘View Only’ work mode selection

- Pinch to zoom

- Favorites and Groups

- Shareable Configurations – send your Favorites and Groups to another device

Requirements:

Mobile device minimum OS version: Android 4.0+, API 14+



Supported Controllers:

V350, V430, V700, V570, V1040, V1210, SM35, SM43, SM70

Information

Developer/publisher: Unitronics (1989) (R"G) Ltd

Support: http://www.unitronics.com/support

View and Download the QuickStart Guide:

http://www.unitronics.com/Unitronics_Apps/Unitronics_Remote_Operator_AppQuickStart.pdf



*First-time Use

1. Open Remote Operator.

2. Create a Password, set up password recovery.

3. Tap OK, the app opens an empty Favorites screen.



**Adding PLCs to Favorites/Groups

Tap + to add PLCS, configure controllers and communication channels.



Enter:

- PLC Nickname

Optional. Must be unique.



- PLC Name

Must exactly match the actual PLC Name, including capitals.



- IP Address/Host, TCP and Port

Defines communication channel

NOTE:

1. IP Address & Port MUST be a unique combination.

2. Format: Incorrect 10.000.000.037 Correct 10.0.0.37.



- Group Name

Tap to open the Group list.

Add to Favorites: When checked, the PLC is added to the Favorites list as well as a Group.



When finished, if desired, tap Check PLC Connection.

Tap OK to save the PLC and return to Favorites.

To delete a PLC, press and hold it to reveal the available options.



*Adding Groups

1. In the Favorites screen, tap <=(left-facing arrow) to open Groups.

2. Tap + to add a Group.

3. Enter Group Name and Comment.

4. Tap OK to add the Group.

5. Tap <= to return to Favorites.

6. Tap More (three bars, upper right side of the screen) to Hide/Show the Application Bar.



*Using Remote Operator

In Favorites or Groups, a PLC marked with a green hand is active. Access it remotely by tapping it.

During a session, your mobile screen displays the PLC's HMI panel, along with a red Application Bar.

This Bar shows (from left to right):

- Connected PLC name

- Connection duration

- Buttons:

> Switch modes: View Only /Full Control. Disable/enable buttons and touch properties on the HMI panel displayed on your mobile

> Set Refresh rate (seconds)

> Pause Remote session

> Exit Remote session



**PLC Information

To view /edit, tap i:



PLC Communication

- To edit details, tap fields; set View mode: View Only/Full Control.

- Check the PLC Connection.



PLC System Info

- When connected:

Tap Get PLC Information to view PLC OS data.

- When not connected:

Shows details of last session.


PLC Location Info

- Tap to enter data: location, contact details, comments, edit the PLC’s group.

- Delete PLC from Favorites: uncheck Add to Favorites.



*Application Settings

Tap More to show Application Bar if hidden, then tap Settings button.

Startup Page: Remote Operator automatically loads/checks communications for all PLCs on Startup page

Sharing Settings:

1. Tap Share, follow instructions to send the file Share.unitronics.

2. When Share.unitronics is received on the second device, tap to open it. Remote Operator opens the Share file.

Remote Operator MUST be installed on the receiving device.

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