Solutions for Demanding Applications VarTech Systems Inc. Industrial CRT and Flat Panel Displays Chassis Mount Series Flat Panel LCD Monitors VT064C · VT104C · VT121C VT064CHB · VT104CHB User’s Guide Read these instructions completely before attempting to operate your new Color Display.
Table Of Contents Section 1 Page Section 4 Introduction Page Touch screen About LCD Monitors 1 Touch Screen Introduction 11 Product Safety Precautions 2 Touch Screen Definition On Safety 2 Touch Screen Serial Interface 12 On Installation 3 Setting up the Touch Interface 12 On Cleaning 3 Installing Windows NT 4.
Section 1 INTRODUCTION About LCD Monitors What you gain by using an LCD monitor in your industrial controls LCDs are the future of display technology. CRTs, although they have dropped in cost significantly, do not offer the performance, reliability, and mounting options available with LCDs. LCD monitors consist primarily of an LCD, Video Board and a Back Light video. The LCD determines to a large extent the viewing angle, brightness and contrast.
Product Safety Precautions This unit has been engineered and manufactured to ensure your personal safety, however improper use may result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. In order to allow the proper operation of all safeguards incorporated in this display, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use, and servicing. On Safety Use only the power cord supplied with the unit.
On Installation Do not allow anything to rest upon or roll over the power cord, and do not place the display where the power cord is subject to damage. Do not use this display near water such as near a sink, in a wet location where there is standing water. Displays are provided with ventilation openings in the cabinet to allow the release of heat generated during operation. If these openings are blocked, built-up heat can cause failures which may result in a fire hazard.
Section DISPLAY SETUP 2 Chassis Mount Series Display Features ⇒ Capable of displaying unlimited colors in a continuous spectrum. The high contrast LCD enhances the image with no geometric distortion. ⇒ The Chassis Mount Series is supplied with a Anti-Reflective Screen unless equipped with an optional Touch System. ⇒ The Chassis Mount Series requires 12VDC supply input. Unpacking and setting up your display Your LCD monitor package will consist of the components listed below.
Connecting the Display 1. Connect all cables to the computer first. This would include the VGA cable and the optional RS 232 serial touch screen connection. 2. After connecting the cables between the LCD monitor and the computer, plug the power cord into the 115/220VAC power outlet if using using the optional AC to 12VDC power supply. 3. Once the 115/220VAC connection is made, the display is active. 4. If your computer was off, turn on your computer. 5.
Signal Connections To avoid irregular operation and /or damage to the display, please insure correct video is being supplied as shown on the following page.
Section 3 Getting Started 3.1 OSD - On Screen Display The OSD allows selection of input source and fine tuning of various functional parameters like brightness, phase etc. These parameters can be adjusted via push buttons. Visual feedback is provided in the form of an On-Screen-Menu. The OSD Controls are located on the rear of the display. The 4 buttons of OSD control can either be used to navigate within the OSD functions see table 2. For direct call of some special functions see table 1.
3.1 OSD - On Screen Display Cont. Table 1 NO. Button name Switch Function 1 Power --- 2 Menu --- 3 Select Auto Adjust 4 Up Reset and Auto Adjust Table 2 NO. Button name Switch Function 1 Power Switch on / off Power 2 Menu 1. First Click: Activate the OSD Main Menu 2. Second Click: Deactivate the OSD Main Menu 3.
3.2 OSD Functions The Main Menu had 14 different functions. Some of these functions have Sub-Menus OSD Agent Description Brightness Control Adjusts the brightness of video without affecting PC RGB’s brightness. Black Level Adjusts the brightness of the display backlight. Contrast Adjusts the contrast of video without affecting PC RGB’s Contrast. Color Changes the richness of the color.
3.2 OSD Functions Cont. The Main Menu had 14 different functions. Some of these functions have Sub-Menus OSD Agent Description Image Position Adjusts the horizontal and vertical position of the display. Image Phase / Clock Removes the noises. When frequency value is wrong, the image has horizontal lines. Auto Configuration Automatically adjusts display for best picture. Information Displays current display mode.
Section Touch Screen 4 4.1 Touch Screen Introduction Touch screen interfaces have become the standard interface in the past 5 years. They are, rugged, reliable, extremely flexible and easier than ever to implement! Over 90% of the display packages Vartech Systems builds are touch screen systems. If you are uncertain about using a touch screen, or are having difficulty, please call us.
4.2 Touch Screen Definition Cont. Connecting the touch screen 1. Make sure all optional cables have been received. 2. Connect one end of the 6 foot touch screen serial cable to the touch screen port D9 connector on the side of the monitor. 3. Connect the other end to any communications port on the host computer. 4. Tighten the captive screws on the cable connector to secure it. 4.
4.5 Installing Touch Screen Driver Windows NT 4.0 1. Start your computer. 2. Insert the MonitorMouse for Windows NT disk into drive A. 3. Click the Start button then click Run. 4. Type “a:\setup” in the space provided and press Enter. 5. Follow the directions on the screen. 6. MonitorMouse for Windows NT provides two Installation options. Most users should select Typical (the default) and click Next to continue. Custom allows you to install the sample touch screen programming files. 7.
4.6 Installing Touch Screen Driver Windows 95/98 Cont. 11. Double-click Elo Touch screen to run the touch screen control panel. 12. Click the Calibrate button and touch each of the three targets as they appear on the screen. 13. Click yes when the cursor lines up correctly with your finger. Click OK to close the touch screen control panel.
Section 5 No Picture Troubleshooting Tips • • • • • The signal cable should be properly connected to the display card and computer. Try disconnecting the video cable from the display and connecting to a CRT display if available to confirm the presence of proper video. Make sure power is connected to the proper DC or AC source. Make sure the resolution mode is supported by the display and check settings of the display card. Confirm that the video cable is not defective.
5.0 Troubleshooting Tips Cont. Image is dim, even with brightness • and contrast controls set full UP. • • • Video cable problem. Check for proper installation of cables Faulty video source Faulty display Image not centered Reset the horizontal and vertical positioning using the on-screen menu. Check to see if video source is operating within the monitor’s range. Image will not adjust Video timing outside of range. Use the on-screen menu to ad just the Clock Setting.
Section Cleaning and Maintenance 6 Cleaning Occasionally clean the display panel and cabinet with a soft cloth dampened (not soaked) with a mild (non-abrasive) glass cleaner. Keep turning a fresh side of the cloth toward the screen surface to avoid scratching it with accumulated grit. Do not use paper products as they may scratch the surface. To minimize the risk of abrasion, allow the screen to stand dry.
Section 7 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Mechanical Drawings Model Description Page(s) VT064C 6.4” Chassis Mount Mechanical Drawing 19 VT104C 10.
Section Specifications 8 6.4” Specifications Panel Size Type Max. Resolution Active Diagonal Active Display Area Pixel Format Viewing Angle (Up/Down) Viewing Angle (Left/Right) Contrast Ratio Brightness Response Time Back Lights Video Connectors Video Input Sync Colors Supported Power Input Power consumption Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Humidity Operating Altitude Storage Altitude 6.4” TFT Active matrix VGA 6.4” Viewable 5.10” (w) x 3.84” (h) 129.6mm x 97.
10.4” Specifications Panel Size Type Max. Resolution Active Diagonal Active Display Area Pixel Format Viewing Angle (Up/Down) Viewing Angle (Left/Right) Contrast Ratio Brightness Response Time Back Lights Video Connectors Video Input Sync Colors Supported Power Input Power consumption Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Humidity Operating Altitude Storage Altitude 10.4” TFT Active matrix VGA 10.4” Viewable 8.32” (w) x 6.24” (h) 211.2mm x 158.
12.1” Specifications Panel Size Type Max. Resolution Active Diagonal Active Display Area Pixel Format Viewing Angle (Up/Down) Viewing Angle (Left/Right) Contrast Ratio Brightness Response Time Back Lights Video Connectors Video Input Sync Colors Supported Power Input Power consumption Operating Temperature Storage Temperature Operating Humidity Storage Humidity Operating Altitude Storage Altitude 12.1” TFT Active matrix VGA 12.1” Viewable 9.69” (w) x 7.26” (h) 246mm x 184.
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