Remote access to the terminal is available in OrbiSCADA when supported by the controller type, the required optical interface/service cable is connected and the logged-in user has the necessary permissions. If these conditions are met, the terminal can be accessed from the Live tab as a dedicated section.
How the terminal view works
The remote terminal in OrbiSCADA functions as a direct mirror of the physical terminal interface on site. This means that the display shown after clicking Connect reflects exactly what is currently visible on the actual terminal. No separate interface or simulation is used, any interaction or navigation is performed directly on the live system.
Delays
The responsiveness of the terminal may vary depending on the overall connection quality. On slower connections, there may be a noticeable delay between user input and what is displayed on the screen. However, as long as the terminal is connected, it will respond to input. When entering values, it is not necessary to wait for each digit to appear before typing the next. Instead, enter the full sequence, for example a complete value or password, and then wait for the response. This approach can help reduce the total waiting time.
Multi-user access and interaction
Multiple users can connect to the terminal at the same time. The interface is shared, meaning all connected users will see the same screen and any actions performed in real time. Control of the interface is effectively shared on a first-interaction basis. If one user is actively navigating or entering values, other connected users will see these actions live. If another user begins interacting, control will shift accordingly. To avoid unintended changes or conflicts, it is recommended that users coordinate access when performing actions in the terminal.
Logging
Please note that actions performed via the remote terminal are not logged in the OrbiSCADA activity log. This includes parameter changes and other configuration updates made through the terminal interface.