Panasonic GT HMI Series

Panasonic offers two primary HMI product lines for the Malaysian industrial market — the compact GT02 and the larger GT32 colour TFT series.

GT02 — Compact Operator Panel (3.8")

The Panasonic GT02 is a compact operator panel suited to machine installations where the control panel has limited door space — typically where the Panasonic FP0R or FP-X0 PLC is also installed in the same compact enclosure.

Key specifications:

• Screen: 3.8" STN colour LCD (128×96), 8-colour display
• Communication: RS-232C port (MEWTOCOL-COM to Panasonic FP PLCs, or Modbus RTU to third-party PLCs)
• Programming: GT Works software (Windows)
• IP rating: IP65 front panel
• Power: 24 VDC

The GT02's small form factor makes it appropriate for sub-panel operator displays, standalone machine stations, and retrofit projects where a larger 7" HMI physically cannot be accommodated in the existing panel door cutout.

• GT02: Priced from approximately RM 500 – RM 1,200depending on communication option and memory configuration.

GT32 — Standard TFT Colour HMI (5.7" / 8.4")

The Panasonic GT32 steps up to a full TFT colour display — 5.7" (320×240) or 8.4" (640×480) — with RS-422/485, RS-232C, and Ethernet communication options. The GT32 provides the full range of HMI functions required in Malaysian machine panels: recipe management (up to 2,000 recipes), alarm history (1,000 events), data sampling, and multi-language display (English, Japanese, Chinese).

The GT32's MEWTOCOL-COM driver provides direct native communication to Panasonic FP7, FP-XH, and FP0H PLCs — faster screen refresh and more reliable address mapping than generic Modbus RTU communication, with no gateway or protocol conversion required.

• GT32E-V (5.7" TFT, Ethernet + RS-422/485): Priced from approximately RM 2,500 – RM 4,000.
• GT32E-V (8.4" TFT, Ethernet): Priced from approximately RM 3,500 – RM 5,500.

Panasonic HMI vs. Third-Party Alternatives

In Malaysia, engineers specifying Panasonic FP series PLC panels choose between Panasonic GT series native HMIs and third-party multi-brand HMIs (Xinje TS3, Delta DOP-100, Weintek):

Criteria	Panasonic GT32	Xinje TS3	Delta DOP-107EG
Native FP PLC driver	✓ MEWTOCOL-COM	RS-485 Modbus RTU	RS-485 Modbus RTU
Screen size options	5.7"–8.4"	4.3"–10"	4.3"–10"
Programming software	GT Works	TouchWin	DOP Studio
Multi-brand PLC drivers	Limited	100+ brands	100+ brands
Ethernet built-in	✓ (GT32E)	✓ (TS3)	✓ (DOP-107)
Price (7" equivalent)	RM 2,500–RM 4,500	RM 600–RM 1,200	RM 700–RM 1,500
Warranty / support (MY)	Flextech Industrial	Flextech Industrial	Flextech Industrial

 

When to specify Panasonic GT: In Panasonic-only panels (FP PLC + MK300 inverter + MINAS servo), the GT32 provides native protocol communication and GT Works project integration — reducing commissioning time and eliminating Modbus configuration steps.

When to specify third-party HMI: In mixed-brand panels or where budget requires the lowest HMI cost, a Xinje TS3 or Delta DOP-100 connected via Modbus RTU to the Panasonic FP PLC delivers equivalent display function at 25–40% of GT32 cost.

Panasonic HMI Price Guide — Malaysia (MYR)

Model	Screen	Communication	Price (MYR)
GT02 (RS-232C)	3.8" STN	RS-232C MEWTOCOL	RM 500 – RM 1,000
GT02 (RS-485)	3.8" STN	RS-485 Modbus	RM 500 – RM 1,200
GT32E-V 5.7"	5.7" TFT	Ethernet + RS-422/485	RM 2,500 – RM 4,000
GT32E-V 8.4"	8.4" TFT	Ethernet + RS-422/485	RM 3,500 – RM 5,500

 

*Contact Flextech Industrial for current MYR pricing and model availability.*

Programming Panasonic GT HMI — GT Works Software

Panasonic GT HMI panels program using GT Works software — a Windows application for screen layout design, PLC address binding, alarm configuration, and recipe table setup. GT Works is separate from the FPWIN GR7 PLC programming environment but shares the same Panasonic project folder structure, allowing simultaneous PLC and HMI development in coordinated development workflows.

GT Works key functions:

• Drag-and-drop screen objects (buttons, value displays, bar graphs, alarm lists)
• PLC driver configuration (MEWTOCOL-COM for FP series, Modbus RTU for third-party PLCs)
• Recipe editor (up to 2,000 recipes with parameter tables)
• Alarm page (up to 1,000 alarm events with timestamp and acknowledgment)
• Data logging: CSV export to USB flash drive
• Multi-language: display language switchable at runtime (English / BM / Chinese configurable)

Transfer to the GT panel via USB or Ethernet (GT32E models).

Panasonic HMI Applications in Malaysian Industry

Packaging Machinery (Selangor, Johor): Panasonic GT32 HMIs on Panasonic FP-X PLC packaging machine panels provide recipe management for product changeover — storing speed, temperature, and position parameters for 50–200 product SKUs. Operators select a recipe by product code at the GT32 screen, downloading all parameters to the FP-X in one step.

Electronics Assembly Equipment (Penang, Selangor): GT02 compact panels in tight enclosures on PCB handling and component testing equipment — where the 3.8" form factor fits in panel door spaces that a 7" HMI physically cannot. The GT02 provides essential operator interaction (start cycle, view status, acknowledge fault) without the footprint premium.

HVAC and Building Automation: Panasonic FP7 + GT32 HMI combinations in Malaysian commercial building HVAC sub-panels handle chiller setpoint adjustment, zone temperature monitoring, and fault alarm display — with the GT32 Ethernet port enabling remote monitoring via BMS integration.

NIMP 2030 Factory Upgrades: Malaysian manufacturers replacing ageing operator panels (pushbutton stations) with GT32 HMIs gain recipe management, alarm history, and production count logging — data required for SIRIM-audited production records and MIDA's Smart Automation Grant digital connectivity requirements.

Top Panasonic HMI Models at Flextech Industrial

• Panasonic GT32E-V 5.7"— TFT colour, Ethernet + RS-422/485, native FP PLC MEWTOCOL-COM.
• Panasonic GT02— compact 3.8" STN, RS-232C, for space-constrained panels.
• Panasonic GT32E-V 8.4"— larger TFT colour for complex display requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Panasonic make industrial HMI panels?

Yes — Panasonic Industry's GT series (GT02, GT32) provides industrial touchscreen operator panels for machine and process automation. The GT series communicates natively with Panasonic FP series PLCs using MEWTOCOL-COM protocol, and also connects to third-party PLCs via Modbus RTU or RS-232C. Flextech Industrial stocks Panasonic GT02 and GT32 HMI panels in Malaysia.

What software is used to program Panasonic GT HMI?

Panasonic GT HMIs program using GT Works software — a Windows application for screen design, PLC driver selection, alarm setup, and recipe management. GT Works is available from the Panasonic Industry software portal. The HMI program transfers to the panel via USB (GT02) or USB/Ethernet (GT32E).

Can Panasonic GT HMI connect to Mitsubishi or Omron PLCs?

Yes — Panasonic GT series HMIs support Modbus RTU (RS-485) and RS-232C communication to non-Panasonic PLCs. Most PLCs (Mitsubishi FX3U, Omron CP1, Siemens S7-200) support Modbus RTU, which the GT panel addresses using the Modbus RTU driver in GT Works. For native Panasonic-to-Panasonic connection, MEWTOCOL-COM protocol over RS-422 or Ethernet (GT32E) provides faster and more reliable communication.

What is the price of Panasonic HMI in Malaysia?

Panasonic GT02 compact HMI panels are priced from approximately RM 500 – RM 1,200 in Malaysia. The GT32E 5.7" TFT colour panel is priced from approximately RM 2,500 – RM 4,000. Contact Flextech Industrial for current MYR pricing on specific GT series models and communication options.

Is Panasonic GT HMI IP65 rated for Malaysian factory environments?

Yes — all Panasonic GT series HMI panels carry IP65 front panel protection — dustproof and water jet resistant from all angles. This rating satisfies the environmental protection requirements of Malaysian F&B, rubber, chemical, and palm oil processing environments where panel door exposure to water, oil mist, or dust is common.

*Flextech Industrial Supplies — Puchong, Selangor, Malaysia. Genuine Panasonic GT series HMI panels. Fast quotation for GT02 and GT32 models.*