- March 19, 2007
New Software Links SNAP PAC System™ with Enterprise Databases Without Cost and Complexity of an HMI as Middleware Temecula, CA – March 1, 2007 – Opto 22 introduced OptoDataLink, an enterprise connectivity software application and part of Opto 22’s PAC Project™ Professional software for the SNAP PAC System. OptoDataLink is used to create and facilitate bi-directional data exchange between the SNAP PAC System and enterprise databases - like Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Access, and MySQL, among others. OptoDataLink is an ideal software tool for users who need to simply and quickly exchange data among desktop or enterprise applications and control, data acquisition, and monitoring systems using standard methods and file types. Applications that are well suited for OptoDataLink include recipe management, data archival, and data warehousing, as well as those where control system alarms need to be reported, acknowledged, and recorded at the enterprise level. A unique feature of OptoDataLink is its ease of use, evident in three ways. First, because OptoDataLink is part of PAC Project and integrated into the SNAP PAC System, the control system tags for OptoDataLink are automatically created when the control startegy is developed. No re-creation of tag names is required. Second, because OptoDataLink is its own application, an HMI application isn’t required to be configured or running - the method used by many competing data link solutions. This advantage significantly reduces system configuration, development time, capital expense, and maintenance, resulting in a much lower total cost of ownership. Finally, OptoDataLink employs a simple, four-step form-based configuration interface. No experience with setting up technologies like ODBC or ADO.NET is required. Once configuration is complete, OptoDataLink runs in the background, communicating directly with databases and the SNAP PAC System - with no other user intervention required. OptoDataLink will be available March 1, 2007. OptoDataLink is included with the purchase of PAC Project Professional (at $995 USD), or available separately for $395 USD. About Opto 22Opto 22 develops and manufactures hardware and software for applications involving industrial automation and control, remote monitoring, and data acquisition. Opto 22 products use standard, commercially available networking and computer technologies, and have an established reputation worldwide for simplicity, innovation, quality, and reliability. Opto 22 products are used by automation end-users, OEMs, and information technology and operations personnel. The company was founded in 1974 and is privately held in Temecula, California, USA. Opto 22 products are available through a worldwide network of distributors and system integrators. About the SNAP PAC SystemOpto 22’s flagship SNAP PAC System combines PAC Project software, SNAP PAC controllers, SNAP PAC brains, and SNAP I/O™ into a completely integrated, easy-to-use system designed to simplify the typically complex process of solving automation, monitoring, and data acquisition problems. By combining hardware, software, training, and support, the SNAP PAC System dramatically reduces the time, effort, and cost required to understand, design, buy, apply, and maintain automation and control systems. Pre-sales consultation, product training, support, and documentation are all FREE of charge with the SNAP PAC System.