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VT084XHB · VT104XHB · VT121XHB
Read these instructions completely before attempting to operate your new Color Display.
X-Series All Weather User Guide
Solutions for Demanding Applications
VARTECH
S Y S T E M S I N C.
Industrial CRT and Flat Panel Displays
User's Guide
150-092
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- Page 1 S Y S T E M S I N C. Industrial CRT and Flat Panel Displays X-Series All Weather Displays VT084XHB · VT104XHB · VT121XHB User’s Guide Read these instructions completely before attempting to operate your new Color Display. X-Series All Weather User Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table Of Contents Page Page Section 1 Section 3 Display Setup Touch Screen 2.1 Display Features 3.1 Hampshire TSHARC Driver 2.2 Unpacking The Display 3.2 Install TSHARC Driver 13-19 2.3 Panel Mounting 2.4 Wiring Connections Section 4 2.5 Signal Quality Display Specifications 20-21 Section 2... -
Page 3: Display Setup
Your LCD monitor package will consist of the components listed below. Open shipping container and lay all components on a flat clean surface. What is included with your display VT084XHB, VT104XHB or VT121XHB ⇒ Power Cable, AC or DC ⇒... - Page 4 Wiring Connections (Cont’d) Quick Connect Cable Connector The LCD uses a similar style of connector for both power and video, although they are not interchangeable. To install the cable connector into the receptacle on the unit, first make sure that the cable connector and the receptacle are lined up properly.
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Page 5: Signal Quality
Signal Quality The strength of the video signal has a direct bearing on the quality of the images displayed. The cable supplied with the unit will allow for a very good image if proper wiring practices are followed. Install the cable properly and keep it away from sources of EMS such as electric mo- tors, or unshielded RF sources such as radar and microwaves. -
Page 6: Getting Started
Section GETTING STARTED GETTING STARTED Setting up the Computer For the optimum image quality to be displayed, the display properties of the video signal supplying the LCD must be adjusted to match. The LCD will automatically adjust to any signal resolution it is given, but unless the source matches the display resolution, it is likely that a less than satisfactory image will result. -
Page 7: Operator Controls
Operator Controls Located on the front bezel of the LCD are the operator controls. The operator controls (from bottom to top) consist of On-Off, Red Power On LED, Brightness Controls and On-Screen Display (OSD) controls. Power Controls When power is first connected to the unit, the unit defaults to the Off state. The Power On-Off button is marked with the I/O symbol. -
Page 8: On-Screen Display
On Screen Display (OSD) The LCD is delivered with a default setup done at the factory for a generic PC and video display card. When connecting the LCD to a computer for the first time, it may be necessary or desirable to fine tune the basic setup parameters of the unit. - Page 9 On Screen Display (OSD) (Cont’d) Adjustment Sequence The sequence of events for parameter adjustment is as follows: 1. Press Select button to activate the OSD that will display the main menu. 2. Use Left and Right buttons to move the highlight through the menu items. 3.
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Page 10: Color Adjustment
On Screen Display (OSD) (Cont’d) Brightness/Contrast/Black Level Menu When the Brightness/Contrast/Black Level Menu icon is selected, the following menu icons will appear. To make a menu selection, use the Left and Right arrows. When the desired icon is chosen, use the Select button to make the selection. Brightness Adjustment Adjust the brightness component of the displayed image. - Page 11 On Screen Display (OSD) (Cont’d) RGB Hue Adjustment Press the Left and Right keys to adjust Hue setting RGB Color Saturation Adjustment Press the Left and Right keys to adjust Saturation setting Image Settings When the Image Settings icon is selected, the following menu icons will appear. To make a menu selection, use the Left and Right arrows.
- Page 12 On Screen Display (OSD) (Cont’d) Factory Reset Press Menu key to reset all user settings and then confirm user settings - those stored in NVRAM will be lost. This feature helps users return back to normal display, especially when users change onboard firmware ROM and the panel X-Series All Weather User Guide 150-092...
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Page 13: Section 3 Touch Screen
Section OPTIONAL TOUCH SCREEN OPTIONAL TOUCH SCREEN Hampshire TSHARC™ Touch Screen Driver If you have purchased your LCD with a touch screen, a driver disk was included. It installs through “Add New Hardware” in the control panel and provides concurrent IntelliMouse support. - Page 14 Installing the TSHARC™ Driver (Cont’d) Default Touch Controller Settings for MPC Panel Series: TSHARC 12-BIT Serial Controller COM1 (RS-232) 9600 Baud TSHARC Introduction Window After installing your TSHARC driver you may access the THARC touch screen control panel within the “Programs” section of the “Start” menu. The control panel consists of five tabs. Each tab provides you with tools that can be used to modify the TSHARC driver to meet your needs.
- Page 15 Installing the TSHARC™ Driver (Cont’d) Calibration Options Three point calibration option - Use for a quick calibration of a known good touch screen overlay. Four point calibration - The 4-point calibration program will compensate for some irregularities in a touch screen overlay resistance. Use in conjunction with the “distance from edge”...
- Page 16 TSHARC™ Driver - Calibration (Cont’d) Calibration Targets Hampshire’s calibration targets have been designed to help you calibrate your touch screen overlay as accurately as possible. Take your time and deliberately touch the center of each calibration target as they appear on your screen. The center of each calibration point is where the arrows come together.
- Page 17 Installing the TSHARC™ Driver (Cont’d) Multi-Monitor (multiple display driver card) This screen will allow you to set up separate touch screens on different touch screen displays that are configured with separate display driver cards. 1. Select the location of your primary touch screen monitor.
- Page 18 Installing the TSHARC™ Driver (Cont’d) Touch Sound A sound may be added to give the user additional touch feedback. A beep will be produced when the user touches the touch screen. Touch Offset The offset option may be used for a variety of user-defined reasons. We recommend that you do not use this feature unless it is specifically required for you application.
- Page 19 Installing the TSHARC™ Driver (Cont’d) Test Touch Settings Touch, double touch and right click in the touch test area to see that your touches are set properly. The check boxes will display the function as it occurs. Drawing Test Use this test to verify your calibration and insure that you have configured your TSHARC controller for drawing and writing applications.
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Page 20: Touch Screen
Section SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS Panel Size 8.4”, 10.4” or 12.1” Type Color Active Matrix TFT LCD (16-bit Color) Resolution Capabilities VGA to SVGA Protective Glass Chem hardened with Anti-Reflective Coating, Bonded to LCD for Anti-fogging Pixel Format 640 x 480, 800 x 600 Brightness Enhanced Daylight Readable 600 nits(cd/m ) plus transflective quality... - Page 21 SPECIFICATIONS CONT’D ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS VT084XHB VT104XHB VT121XHB Bezel Height 7.50” (254mm) 8.13” (207mm) 9.20” (234mm) Bezel Width 9.40” (318mm) 11.60” (295mm) 13.00” (330mm) Dimensions Case Depth 2.12” (54mm) 2.12” (54mm) 2.12” (54mm) Cutout Height 6.50” (1.65mm) 7.13” (181mm) 7.96” (202mm) Cutout Width 8.40”...
- Page 22 VARTECH SYSTEMS HEADQUARTERS 11529 Sun Belt Ct. Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809 Toll-Free: 800.223.8050 International Phone: 001.225.298.0300 Fax: 225.297.2440 E-mail: sales@vartechsystems.com www.vartechsystems.com 150-090-001 12.30.05 X-Series All Weather User Guide 150-092...