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Control Technology Inc. 5734 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN 37921 USA Phone: +1.865.584.0440 www.controltechnology.com 2500- VP15 15" Fanless Touch Panel Computer User’s Manual Version 1.2 Declaration of Conformity FCC Class A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
3.1 Introduction ..............3.2 RS-232/422/485 Mode Selection for COM3 .... 3.3 RS-232/422/485/CAN Mode Selection for COM4 3.4 Connector Pin Assignments ........Chapter 4 - Windows 7e 2500-VP15 ......23 4.1 Introduction ..............4.2 2500-VP15 Utilities ............4.2.1 Software Keyboard ........25 4.3 Networking ..............
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Index 4.3.1 Networking via Ethernet .......26 4.3.2 Web Browser ..........30 4.4 Auto-execute [.exe or .bat] File while Starting Up ..4.5 System Image Version Check ........………………..…………..35 Chapter 5 - Language Setup Chapter 6 - System Tuning ..........39 6.1 Touchscreen Calibration ..........
Copyright Notice All Rights Reserved. The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve the reliability, design and function. It does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer. Under no circumstances will the manufacturer be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Returned goods should always be accompanied by a clear problem description. Packing List • 1 x 2500-VP15 Fanless Touch Panel PC • 1 x DB9-F to DB9-F 1.8m Cable • 1 x RIBBON-36M to DB25-F + DB9-M Y Cable •...
General Information 1.1 Introduction The 2500-VP15 Fanless Touch Panel Computer is a state-of-the-art HMI (Human Machine Interface). This 15" display operator interface is an x86- based platform with these key features: • All-In-One Platform The CPU, DRAM and even software are integrated to provide a plug- and-play machine.
General Information 1.2 Specifications System Kernel Processor Intel® Atom™ N270 1.6GHz GMA 950 integrated Chipset Intel® 945GSE + ICH7M 1 x 200-pin DDR2 SO-DIMM Socket up to 2 GB System Memory at 400/533MHz 1 x CompactFlash Type II Socket Storage Device 1 x 2.5"...
General Information Mechanical Dimensions 390 x 52.3 x 310 mm (15.35" x 2.06" x 12.2") Weight 4.4 kg (9.7 lb) Enclosure Aluminum (Front Panel), PC + ABS (Bezel) Power Input Voltage 9 ~ 33 VDC (w/ 250V/3.15A overcurrent protection) Power Consumption 1.28A@24V 1.3 Panel Specifications Panel...
General Information 1.4 Rear Panel There are four serial ports (1xRS-232/Print Port [COM1] & 1 x RS-232 [COM 2] & 2 x 422/485 [COM3/4]), two USB (Host) ports, one 6-pin Mini-DIN PS/2 KB/ MS port, two RJ-45 LAN port, and one earphone jack at the rear of 2500- VP15.
General Information 1.5 Mechanical Specifications • Weight: 4.4kg • Dimensions: 390.0 x 310.0 x 52.3 mm (WxHxD) • Cutout: 380.0 x 300.0 mm (suggested) 52.3 CUT OUT DIM 380X300mm Figure 1.2: Dimensions and Cutout - 6 -...
System Setup 2.1 Starting Up Step 1: Install the CompactFlash Card/SSD/HDD containing Windows 7e or XPe operating system. Warning: Be sure to turn off the system power before inserting or removing the CompactFlash card. Step 2: Connect the terminal block to 9 ~ 33V power lines.
System Setup 2.2 Assembly & Mounting 2.2.1 SATA Assembly Step 1: Align the bracket with the holes in the HDD and then fix the HDD to the bracket with screws. Note: For SATA assembly, each screw hole is near the left side of the bracket hole.
System Setup 2.2.2 CF Card Assembly Step 1: To install the CF card, unscrew the screw securing the side cover and then remove it. Warning: Be sure to turn off the system power before inserting or removing the CompactFlash card. CompactFlash Card Figure 2.7: Assembling a CF Card - 10 -...
2500- VP15 on the panel opening. (Figure 2.8) Step 2: Install the 2500-VP15 on the panel opening. (Figure 2.9) Step 3: Find the eight clampers and eight long screws in the accessory pack.
System Engine 3.1 Introduction The engine of 2500-VP15 is constructed by the combination of one PCBA board. Such a combination makes system customization feasible. SATA1 LAN1 LAN2 CN10 CN11 CN12 CN13 Figure 3.1: 2500-VP15 Main Board Top View Figure 3.2: 2500-VP15 Main Board Bottom View...
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System Engine 2500-VP15 I/O Board Connector/Jumper List Label Function CN1+CN2 PC 104 connector CF socket DDR2 SO-DIMM Socket USB1/USB2 connector PS/2 KB/MS DC-IN EarPhone jack Speaker CN10 COM1 & LPT1 (w/ Y cable connected) CN11 COM2 CN12 COM3 CN13 COM4...
Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 4.1 Introduction The 2500-VP15 operator interface terminal is designed to serve the Windows 7 Embedded (7e) platform. Windows 7e is a compact operating system that occupies less storage space and system resources compared with most operating systems. With its modular nature, it is possible to choose only the functions that are useful for specific applications.
There are several useful utilities built into the standard Windows 7e OS of 2500-VP15: 4.2.1 Software Keyboard The 2500-VP15 is dedicated to small-sized operator interfaces. It provides one PS/2 port and two USB ports that connect to external keyboards or mice. On the other hand, a software keyboard is available in Windows 7e.
Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 4.3 Networking 4.3.1 Networking via Ethernet This section states how to configure the Ethernet ports of VP series properly. The procedures are listed step by step below. 1. Double tap the Ethernet Settings icon on the Windows Desktop Figure 4.3: Network and Dial-up Connections...
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Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 2. The window that shows all available connections will pop up. Double tap ‘Change adapter settings on the left side of the window. Figure 4.4: Adapter Settings 3. Double tap the port that you wish to configure.
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Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 4. Select the "Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)" connection from the list and then tap the ‘Properties’ button. Figure 4.6: Selecting Internet Protocol Settings - 28 -...
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Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 5. Enter a static (fixed) IP address for the panel and the appropriate subnet mask that matches the network class to which you will be connecting. An on-screen keyboard is available on the windows desktop. Figure 4.7: Enter IP address...
Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 4.3.2 Web Browser The 2500-VP15 built-in Windows 7e OS includes Microsoft Internet Explorer. It can be used to browse web pages on World Wide Web via LAN or dial-up connection. Figure 4.8: Web Browser - 30 -...
Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 4.4 Auto-execute [.exe or .bat] Files while Starting Up Put the [.exe or .bat] files that you want to execute, in the Windows Startup Folder. When the operating system starts, any [.exe or. bat] files placed in the startup directory will execute automatically.
Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 4.5 System Image Version Check You may check the Windows Version and hardware statistics by tapping and holding the CTI VP15 Panel icon. When a popup window appears, select ‘Properties’. - 32 -...
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Windows 7e with 2500-VP15 Your Windows Edition and service pack information will be displayed as well as your hardware statistics. - 33 -...
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Language Setup This chapter is intended for Windows 7 Embedded that supports multiple languages selection. To change the language on your computer, please follow the steps shown below. Figure 5.1: Click Start, and then click Control Panel. - 36 -...
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Language Setup This chapter is intended for Windows 7 Embedded that supports multiple languages selection. To change the language on your computer, please follow the steps shown below. Figure 5.2: Click Clock, Language, and Region Options. Figure 5.3: Click Change display language. - 37 -...
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Language Setup Figure 5.4: On the top there are four tabs. Click on the Keyboards and Languages tab. Figure 5.5: Click on the Install/uninstall languages button in order to add a language. - 38 -...
6.1.1 DOS/Windows Family The 2500-VP15 touchscreen drivers support Windows CE, Windows XP, Windows XPe, Windows 7, Windows 7e, Linux, and DOS. The optional Windows CE operating system specifically for the 2500-VP15 is available for Windows CE application program builders. 6.1.2 Windows 7e 1.
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System Tuning 3. When the Penmount Control Panel window appears, click on the Configure button . Figure 6.2: Penmount Control Panel - 41 -...
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System Tuning 5. The calibration window will appear. Click on the Standard Calibration button. Figure 6.3: Standard Calibration - 42 -...
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System Tuning 6. Follow the onscreen instructions. Touch and hold the red dots as instructed. Press OK when complete. Utility will automatically save the calibration. Figure 6.4: Calibration Complete - 43 -...
Maintenance The 2500-VP15 is designed to be modular, slim and lightweight for easier maintenance. The following section describes how a qualified technician can replace the fuse. 7.1 Fuse Replacement 1. Remove the fuse cover. 2. Replace the damaged fuse with a new one.
Appendix Appendix A: Watchdog Timer (WDT) Setting WDT is widely applied to industry computers to monitor activities of CPU. The programmed application triggers WDT with adequate timer setting depending on its requirement. Before WDT counts down to zero, the functional system will reset the counter.
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