Pro-face GPPRO-CNT01W-P03 GP-PRO/PB III C-Package03 HMI Software

Pro-face GPPRO-CNT01W-P03 GP-PRO/PB III C-Package03 HMI Screen & Logic Creation Software

The Pro-face GPPRO-CNT01W-P03 (GP-PRO/PB III C-Package03) is a specialized industrial screen development and logic programming suite engineered by Digital Electronics Corporation (Pro-face / Schneider Electric). Designed for mission-critical automation systems, marine vessel monitoring displays, and legacy industrial human-machine interfaces (HMIs), this C-Package version provides complete project design, screen draw execution, PLC driver configuration, ladder logic programming, and hardware tag memory allocation.

Engineered to operate reliably across Windows workstation environments (Windows 98, ME, NT4.0, 2000, XP, and 32-bit OS compatibility mode), GPPRO-CNT01W-P03 serves as the primary engineering software package for legacy GP2000 series graphic operator panels, GLC2000 series logic controllers with integrated displays, LT series compact controllers, and ST/IT industrial terminals. The software supports multi-protocol serial (RS-232C, RS-422/485) and Ethernet communications across major industrial PLCs including Allen-Bradley, Siemens SIMATIC S7, Omron SYSMAC, Mitsubishi MELSEC, Modicon, and Yokogawa.

Model Details

• Manufacturer: Pro-face / Digital Electronics Corporation (Schneider Electric)
• Model Number: GPPRO-CNT01W-P03
• Software Package Name: GP-PRO/PB III C-Package03 (English / Global Version)
• MPN / Order Code: GPPRO-CNT01W-P03 (also referenced as GPPRO-CNT01W-P03(W))
• Associated Support Media: CD-ROM Package 144505A / Setup Guide Manual_GPPRO-CNT-MS03JE-CPa

Equipment & Hardware Compatibility

Supported Pro-face HMI & Controller Series

• GP2000 Series: GP2300, GP2400, GP2500, GP2600, GP2301, GP2501, GP2601
• GLC2000 Series: GLC2300, GLC2400, GLC2500, GLC2600 integrated HMI + Logic units
• LT Series: LT-Type A, LT-Type B, LT-Type C compact control terminals
• ST Series: ST400, ST401, ST402, ST403 monochrome / color terminals
• Factory Gateway & IT Series: IT2400 Series, Factory Gateway FG-4101 / FG-4102 units
• Legacy GP77R / GP70 Series: GP-377R, GP-477R, GP-577R, GP-270, GP-370, GP-470, GP-570

Transfer Cables & Accessories

• RS-232C PC-HMI Download Cable: GP2000-CBLFX/1M, GP370-CA10-M
• USB-to-Serial Transfer Unit: GP-X232-USB or Schneider/Pro-face CA3-USBCB-01
• Ethernet Programming: TCP/IP direct download via onboard 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX port on supported GP2000/GLC2000 units

Key Features

• Combined Screen & Logic Creation: Integrates HMI graphic screen design with PLC ladder logic configuration inside a unified engineering environment.
• Extensive Industrial Driver Library: Pre-loaded with hundreds of multi-brand PLC serial and Ethernet drivers for plug-and-play communication setups.
• Advanced Alarm & Trend Logging: Supports real-time alarm history, historical trend graphs, recipe data management, and user security level assignments.
• Built-in Simulation & Project Converter: Offline simulation tools allow full logic testing before hardware deployment, with smooth migration for legacy GP-PRO II projects.
• Multi-Language Dynamic Switching: Supports dynamic runtime language switching on HMI operator screens for global marine and industrial deployments.

Primary Applications

• Marine Vessel Automation: Engine room monitoring systems (ALCo, Wärtsilä, MAN B&W), ballast water control panels, and bridge navigation display retrofits.
• Offshore Oil & Gas Platforms: Purged explosion-proof enclosure HMIs and hazardous-area remote telemetry terminals.
• Power Generation & Substation Control: Generator synchronization displays and auxiliary switchgear monitoring units.
• Industrial Manufacturing: Legacy CNC control panels, plastics extrusion lines, packaging machines, and automated assembly cells.
• Water & Wastewater Treatment: SCADA remote terminal units, pump station controllers, and chemical dosing panels.

Marine & Field Engineer’s Deployment Notes

• When servicing legacy vessel control systems equipped with Pro-face GP2000 or GLC2000 panels, the GPPRO-CNT01W-P03 software suite is an indispensable diagnostic tool. During offshore retrofits, standard modern 64-bit Windows laptops often fail to establish serial handshaking with older GP units.
• Pro Tip 1 (OS Compatibility): Install GP-PRO/PB III on a 32-bit Windows XP or 32-bit Windows 7 Virtual Machine (VMware/VirtualBox). Ensure the USB-to-Serial converter uses an authentic FTDI or Prolific chipset with assigned COM ports between COM1 and COM4. High COM port numbers (COM10+) will cause protocol timeout errors inside GP-PRO/PB III.
• Pro Tip 2 (Logic Download Safety on GLC Units): When downloading logic and screen changes simultaneously to a GLC2000 integrated controller while offshore, always put the connected PLC/engine controller into STOP mode first. Overwriting ladder logic active during machine execution can cause unexpected relay drops or trigger false alarm trips on safety shutoff valves.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can GPPRO-CNT01W-P03 run on 64-bit Windows 10 or Windows 11?

The native installer for GP-PRO/PB III C-Package03 was designed for 32-bit operating systems (Windows 98/2000/XP/7 32-bit). To run it reliably on Windows 10 or 11 64-bit, you should install the software within a 32-bit Windows XP or Windows 7 Virtual Machine (VM) with USB-to-Serial pass-through enabled.

What is the difference between GP-PRO/PB III and Pro-face GP-Pro EX?

GP-PRO/PB III (including GPPRO-CNT01W-P03) is the legacy software suite designed specifically for older Pro-face series like GP2000, GLC2000, LT, and GP77R. GP-Pro EX is the newer software suite used for AGP3000, Smart Portal, and modern SP5000/ST6000 series panels.

Does this software package include the hardware download cable?

No, the standard GPPRO-CNT01W-P03 software package contains the software installer media and setup license documentation. Transfer cables (such as the RS-232C or USB transfer cable) must be ordered separately.

Can I convert old GP-PRO II screens to GP-PRO/PB III?

Yes, GP-PRO/PB III C-Package03 includes a project conversion utility that automatically translates older GP-PRO II project files (.PR2) into GP-PRO/PB III formats (.PRW) for flashing onto GP2000 series hardware.