Geo SCADA ViewX Client Setup and Configuration Guide

Quick Answer

ViewX is the desktop operator client for Geo SCADA Expert. It provides full access to mimic displays, the database explorer, event journal, trend viewer, and configuration tools. Install ViewX from the Geo SCADA media, point it at your server address, and log in with your operator credentials.

What Is ViewX?

ViewX is Geo SCADA's primary operator interface and engineering tool. It runs as a Windows desktop application and connects to the Geo SCADA server over TCP (default port 5481). Through ViewX, operators can monitor process values, acknowledge alarms, view trends, and execute control commands. Engineers use ViewX to configure points, create mimic displays, write scripts, and manage the database hierarchy.

ViewX vs WebX — When to Use Each

• ViewX — Full-featured desktop client for control room operators and system engineers. Required for configuration, scripting, and advanced diagnostics. Best for dedicated operator workstations.
• WebX — Browser-based client for monitoring and limited control. No installation required. Best for management dashboards, mobile access, and remote monitoring from non-dedicated machines.

Installing ViewX on an Operator Workstation

1. Run the Geo SCADA installer and select Client Only installation type.
2. Accept the default installation directory or specify a custom path.
3. Complete the wizard — no SQL Server or service configuration is needed for client-only installations.
4. Launch ViewX from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.

Connecting ViewX to a Geo SCADA Server

1. Launch ViewX.
2. In the connection dialog, enter the Geo SCADA server hostname or IP address.
3. The default port is 5481 (TCP).
4. Enter your username and password.
5. Click Connect. The database explorer and default mimic display will load.

Navigating the ViewX Interface

• Database Explorer — Hierarchical tree view of all groups, points, and objects in the Geo SCADA database. Right-click objects to access properties, trends, and configuration.
• Mimic Displays — Graphical process diagrams with live data, alarm indicators, and control buttons. Mimics are the primary operator interface.
• Event Journal — Chronological log of all system events including alarm activations, acknowledgments, operator actions, and system messages.
• Trend Viewer — Chart historical data for any point with configurable time ranges, scales, and overlays.

Setting User Roles and Permissions

Geo SCADA supports role-based access control. Common roles include View Only (monitoring), Operator (monitoring and control), Engineer (configuration), and Administrator (full access). Roles are assigned per user account in the server's security configuration and control which objects a user can view, control, or modify.

Configuring ViewX Startup Displays

Set a default mimic display to open when ViewX connects by configuring the startup display in the user profile or client settings. For control room environments, configure ViewX to launch in full-screen mode with the appropriate overview mimic for the operator's responsibility area.