Abstract: System (1) for remotely reading a meter (5) or equipment fitted with data visual indicators (6), which is characterized in that it is based on the use of reprogrammable logic devices (9) and the fact that it can be remotely reprogrammed. These two features make the system (1) universal, i.e., suitable for all types of meters (5), and adjustable to all types of variations in the installation or operation conditions of the meter (5) or the system (1) itself. Methods for reconfiguration, image capture, etc. are defined, having in common that some actions are carried out in parallel, with the use of queues, therefore requiring a small number of (or low-capacity) data storage memory components.