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  • Page 1 OWER TATION ONITOR PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 3: User Guide

    OWER TATION ONITOR User Guide CTC Parker Automation Phone: 513-831-2340 50 W. TechneCenter Drive, Milford, Ohio 45150 Technical Support: 513-248-1714 A3-05728-101...
  • Page 4 Copyright and Trademark Notice Copyright © 1999 by CTC Parker Automation. All rights reserved. No part of this publica- tion may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, in any form or by any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of CTC Parker Automation.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Product Support Program ......... . . 7 Chapter 2 Introducing the PowerStation RS Monitor..9 Specifications .
  • Page 6 Connecting to a Computer ....... . . 26 Connecting to the PowerStation RS PC ....... 26 Connecting to Other Computers .
  • Page 7 When video mode is changed, the screen image shifts left or right ..65 When video mode is changed, the screen image shifts up or down ..66 PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 8 Index..........71 PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Manual Overview And Support Services

    The RS Monitor is a flat-panel monitor that can be mounted in a control enclosure or on an adjustable arm. It can be used with the PowerStation RS PC or with other computers that run MS-DOS® or Windows® 95, 98, or NT operating systems.

  • Page 10: Using This Manual

    Presents an overview of this manual, the other documentation provided with the RS Monitor, and CTC’s customer support services. Chapter 2 — Introducing the PowerStation RS Monitor: Describes the monitor’s specifications and the ports available to connect the monitor to a computer and a power source.

  • Page 11: Documentation Components

    Be sure to read any available Release Notes before installing or operating the monitor. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide — This is the document you are reading. It provides detailed information about the RS Monitor and describes how to install, configure, and maintain the unit.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Computer monitor (if you are using it with a non-PowerStation RS PC). Detailed instructions for completing these activities are included in Chapter 4, Connecting the RS Monitor to a Computer.

  • Page 13: Documentation Standards

    This symbol is the International Standards Organization (ISO) symbol for Caution (ISO 3864 No. B.3.1). This symbol denotes information that could affect operation of the PowerStation RS Monitor if the information is not properly followed. This symbol is the ISO symbol for Caution - risk of electrical shock (ISO 3864 No.

  • Page 14: Customer Support Services

    (OEM), system inte- grator, or distributor. If you have a question about the PowerStation RS Monitor, be sure to complete the following steps: 1. Check any Release Notes shipped with the unit. These notes provide important information about the RS Monitor.

  • Page 15: Technical Support Products

    The PSP is an easy, cost- effective way to receive the most recent CTC software and associ- ated utilities. You can contact the PSP Coordinator by phone at 1- 800-233-3329 or by email at psp@ctcusa.com. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 16 Chapter 1: Manual Overview and Support Services Customer Support Services PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 17 P o w e r S t a t i o n R S M o n i t o r The PowerStation RS Monitor is a flat-panel monitor that can be used with the PowerStation RS PC or with another computer running MS-DOS or Windows 95, 98, or NT.

  • Page 18: Chapter 2 Introducing The Powerstation Rs Monitor

    Chapter 2: Introducing the PowerStation RS Monitor Specifications Specifications This section describes important specifications for the PowerSta- tion RS Monitor. Please familiarize yourself with these specifica- tions before operating the monitor. Physical The RS Monitor’s physical specifications are listed in the table below.

  • Page 19: Video Modes Supported

    Chapter 2: Introducing the PowerStation RS Monitor Specifications Video Modes The RS Monitor supports the video modes shown in the table below. Supported Resolution Vertical Sync Frequency Horizontal Sync (Refresh Rate) Frequency 640 X 350 70 Hz 31.47 Khz 720 X 400 70 Hz 31.47 Khz...

  • Page 20: Electrical Specifications

    30 Watts maximum Fuse rating 3.15A (IEC 127-2 sheet 1, fast-acting type) Important The PowerStation RS Monitor’s power supply automati- cally detects the input voltage level and adjusts accord- ingly. However, always use reliable sources of power and isolate all communication cables from power lines to enhance noise immunity.

  • Page 21: Chemical Resistance

    Chapter 2: Introducing the PowerStation RS Monitor Specifications Chemical Resistance The RS Monitor’s screen can resist the chemicals listed in the table below with no visible effect. Screen Chemical Resistance Acetone Sulfuric Acid 10% Motor oil Hydrochloric Acid 10% Gasoline...

  • Page 22: Available Connectors

    Chapter 2: Introducing the PowerStation RS Monitor Available Connectors Available The RS Monitor has three connectors, all located on its left side. They are as follows, moving from top to bottom: Connectors • +24VDC Power Input port • Touchscreen port (used only in touchscreen monitors) •...

  • Page 23: Video Input Signals

    Chapter 2: Introducing the PowerStation RS Monitor Available Connectors Video Input Signals The table below shows the video inputs from a host computer to the RS Monitor. Video Cable Signals 1 Red 6 Green Shield 11 N/C 2 Green 7 Blue Shield...
  • Page 24 Chapter 2: Introducing the PowerStation RS Monitor Available Connectors PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 25 I n s t a l l i n g t h e R S M o n i t o r You can install the PowerStation RS Monitor by mounting it in a control enclosure or on an adjustable arm.

  • Page 26: Selecting A Location

    60C or 60/75C insulation and a tightening torque of 7.0 lb./in. (0.79 N-m). Environmental In general, select a place that limits the unit’s exposure to adverse conditions such as dust, oil, moisture, condensation, and corrosive Guidelines vapors. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 27: Chapter 3 Installing The Rs Monitor

    Select an enclosure that is large enough to allow free airflow around the monitor. You should allow a minimum of 2 inches between the inside of the enclosure and the top, bottom, sides, and back of the monitor. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 28: Creating A Cutout

    2. Debur the cutout area. 3. Make sure that the mounting surface has remained flat and that the panel surface is clean and free of foreign materials. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 29: Mounting The Monitor In An Enclosure

    Make sure that the Adapter’s DC connection is toward the top of the monitor and that the AC connection is toward the bottom. DC connection AC adapter Mounting holes AC connection PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 30 The completed installation should look like the illustration below. Note For instructions on how to mount the External AC Adapter near the monitor, see the documentation that accompanies the adapter installation kit. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 31: Mounting The Monitor

    Instructions for these activities are described in Chapter 4 of this manual, Connecting the RS Monitor to a Computer. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 32 Chapter 3: Installing the RS Monitor Mounting the Monitor in an Enclosure PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 33 C o n n e c t i n g t h e R S M o n i t o r t o a C o m p u t e r The PowerStation RS Monitor is designed to be used with a computer — either CTC’s PowerStation RS PC or another computer running MS-DOS or Windows 95, 98, or NT.

  • Page 34: Chapter 4 Connecting The Rs Monitor To A Computer

    Chapter 4: Connecting the RS Monitor to a Computer Connecting to a Computer Connecting to a You can connect your RS Monitor to the PowerStation RS PC or to another computer that runs MS-DOS or Windows. Computer Important Windows versions that will support the RS Monitor include versions 95, 98, and NT.

  • Page 35: Connecting To Other Computers

    Chapter 4: Connecting the RS Monitor to a Computer Connecting to a Computer Connecting to Other To connect your RS Monitor to a non-PowerStation RS PC running MS-DOS or Windows, complete the following steps: Computers • Connect the 15-pin video cable to the Analog Video Input port at the left side of the monitor and to the 15-pin video port on your computer.

  • Page 36: Starting Up

    RS Monitor is only connected to the main supply with a harmonized power cord. To start up your PowerStation RS system, follow these steps: 1. Locate the Power On/Off switch at the upper left side of the monitor, as shown below.
  • Page 37 (see the preceding illus- tration). 5. Connect your computer to a power source. 6. Turn on the monitor (Power On/Off switch in the “up” posi- tion). 7. Turn on the computer. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 38: Setting Up The Rs Monitor

    Chapter 4: Connecting the RS Monitor to a Computer Setting Up the RS Monitor Setting Up the If you connect the RS Monitor to the PowerStation RS PC, CTC will already have configured your monitor and PC with the proper RS Monitor settings.
  • Page 39 Note Depending upon the type of computer you are using (for example, a PowerStation RS PC or non-PowerStation RS PC), the screen displayed as you set the monitor type may differ slightly from the one shown below. 4. In the Settings dialog box, click the button at the lower right that says either Change Display Type or Advanced Properties.
  • Page 40 12. Click OK. Your monitor may go blank for a second or two, then return to the display. 13. A message will appear that tells you that Windows has set your monitor. Click OK and close all dialog boxes. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 41: Installing The Touchscreen Drivers And Utilities

    Utilities section on Adjusting the Video Image, page 49. If you purchased a PowerStation RS PC with your RS Monitor, CTC will install a touchscreen driver and utilities in your RS PC before it is shipped. However, if you are using your RS Monitor with another computer, or if your system becomes damaged, you will need to install (or re-install) the touchscreen software.
  • Page 42 Return. Note The COM2 port on the PowerStation RS PC is configured, by default, for communication with the RS touchscreen monitor. 6. The installation process will begin. At the end of the...
  • Page 43 2. Find the entry that loads the touchscreen driver. The entry C:\TOUCH\DOX\SC3DOX.EXE 3. At the end of this line, add the NOBOUNDS option: SC3DOX /NOBOUNDS 4. Save the addition and exit the DOS editing program. 5. Press Ctrl-Alt-Del to restart your computer. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 44: Under Windows 95, 98, Or Nt

    Operating a mouse and touchscreen concurrently Note If you are running Windows NT 3.51, consult the README.TXT files on your Windows NT touchscreen driver diskette for instructions on how to install the touch- screen driver and utilities. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 45 Windows to search for your new hardware. Select No and click Next. 5. In the next dialog box, shown on the next page, you will be asked what new hardware you want to install. Select Mouse and click Next. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 46 7. The Install from Disk dialog box will open, as shown on the next page. Insert your DynaPro SC3 Touchscreen Driver for Windows 95 diskette (#KA-72816) or your DynaPro SC3 Touchscreen Driver for Windows NT diskette (#KA-72817) into the floppy disk drive. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 47 Click Finish to complete the installation. 12. When the installation is complete, close all dialog boxes and windows on the desktop. 13. From the Windows Start menu, click Shut Down and Restart the Computer. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 48 If you are installing touchscreen software under Windows NT 4.00, the following files will be placed on the hard drive where your Windows NT directory resides (\WINNT40): Directory File \TOUCH\NT default.ini readme.txt touchcfg.exe touchcfg.hlp touchini.exe mbswap.exe mbswap.hlp xnmba458.dll xnmhn458.dll msvcrt40.dll PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 49 3. In the Control Panel Window, click the Add New Hard- ware icon. The Add New Hardware Wizard dialog box will open. 4. Click Next. A new dialog box will appear as shown on the next page. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 50 3. Click the Mouse icon in the Control Panel window. The Mouse Properties dialog box will open. 4. In the Mouse Properties dialog box, click the General tab.The General properties dialog box will appear as shown on the next page. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 51 6. In the Select Device dialog box, select the type of mouse you are using. 7. Click OK. 8. From the Windows Start menu, click Shut Down and Restart the Computer. 9. After you restart the computer, your touchscreen and mouse should operate concurrently. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 52: Storing Touchscreen Calibration Data

    1. From the Windows Start menu, select Programs, then Touch- screen Utilities, then Configuration. The Configuration Utili- ties dialog box will open as shown on the next page. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 53 3. In the Interface Configuration Options dialog box, under Connection, select UART. 4. Under Cal. Data, select Controller. 5. Click OK. 6. Close all open dialog boxes. 7. From the Windows Start menu, click Shut Down and Restart the Computer. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 54: Using Advanced Controller Options Settings

    The RS Monitor’s touchscreen is calibrated before leaving CTC. However, you may need to recalibrate the touchscreen when you begin using the monitor for the first time or whenever the cursor location and the location on the screen where the user touches not PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 55: Calibrating Under Ms-Dos

    13. Press Enter. 14. Type C for Calibrate. 15. Follow the instructions on the screen by touching each square as it appears — there will be three squares all together. 16. Type O for OK. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 56: Calibrating Under Windows 95, 98, Or Nt

    Note The Touchscreen Utilities will be pre-installed in the PowerStation RS PC. They can be installed on other systems by using the touchscreen driver installation diskettes shipped with your RS Monitor. See the procedure for Installing the Touchscreen Drivers and Utilities on page 33.

  • Page 57: Adjusting The Video Image

    7. Click Exit when you are finished. Adjusting the Video The PowerStation RS Monitor is equipped with an on-screen display (OSD) that allows you to adjust the video image for the Image best possible picture. You can do this whether you have a touch- screen or non-touchscreen monitor.
  • Page 58 Green (green palette) — Adjusts the green in the screen image. Blue (blue palette) — Adjusts the blue in the screen image. Phase — Adjusts the focus of the screen image. Vertical Position — Adjusts the vertical position of the screen image. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 59 In the following settings, the monitor will display a control bar or arrows, and a range scale for making your adjustment: • Brightness • Contrast • • Green • Blue • Phase • Vertical Position • Horizontal Position PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 60 Unique for each video mode Expand display Unique for each video resolution OSD background Global for all video modes Default settings Global values are all updated. Unique values are updated for the current video mode only. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 61 T r o u b l e s h o o t i n g t h e R S M o n i t o r The PowerStation RS Monitor has been designed to provide years of trouble-free operation even in the harshest environments.

  • Page 62: Chapter 5 Maintaining And Troubleshooting The Rs Monitor

    First, however, this section describes electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions that you should take whenever you work inside the RS Monitor. Warning For safety reasons, the PowerStation RS Monitor should be opened only by qualified service personnel. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 63: Electrostatic Discharge (Esd) Precautions

    Opening and Closing In order to perform internal maintenance on the PowerStation RS Monitor, you will have to open and close the back cover of the the Back Cover unit.

  • Page 64: Closing The Back Cover

    Closing the back cover To close the back cover of the RS Monitor, follow these steps: 1. Close the back cover of the monitor and fasten its two retaining screws. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 65: Replacing A Fuse

    Fuse 3. Remove the old fuse and replace it with a new one. 4. Close the back cover of the monitor (see the procedure for Closing the back cover on page 56 of this manual). PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 66: Replacing The Backlight Bulbs

    3. Slide the back cover up, off of its hinges and set it to one side of the monitor. 4. Unfasten the 10 screws around the monitor frame and lift the frame from the bezel. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 67 This step is illustrated at the top of the next page. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 68 You can most easily remove a bulb by gently pulling up on its cable. Pull back backlight bulb tab Pull up backlight bulb PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 69 16. Close the back cover of the monitor (see the procedure for Closing the back cover on page 56 of this manual.) PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 70: Resolving Common Problems

    When video mode is changed, the image shifts left or right When video mode is changed, the image shifts up or down Vertical bands appear in the image Image appears faded or "washed out" Top or bottom half of the screen looks dark PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 71: Problems With Display Operation

    1. The computer wasn’t restarted after installing the touchscreen drivers or after adjusting the touchscreen settings. Restart the computer. 2. Touchscreen calibration might be in error. Recalibrate the touchscreen (see the procedure for Calibrating the Touch- screen on page 46 of this manual). PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 72: After Calibrating The Touchscreen, It Does Not Work Or Follow Your Finger (Touchscreen Monitors Only)

    The current video mode has a resolution less than the monitor’s pixel format. For example, the video mode is 640 X 480, and the monitor’s pixel format is 800 X 600. Set the OSD Expand Display adjustment to On. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 73: Image Extends Beyond The Screen

    However, you will only have to adjust once for each video mode since the adjustment will be saved permanently by the computer. PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 74: When Video Mode Is Changed, The Screen Image Shifts Up Or Down

    Top or bottom half of the screen looks dark. One of the backlight bulbs may be burned out. Replace both back- light bulbs (see the procedure for Replacing the Backlight Bulbs on page 58 of this manual). PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 75: Appendix A Rs Monitor Dimensional Drawings

    Appendix A RS Monitor Dimensional Drawings 12.1” Monitor Back View 15.1” (382.524mm) 14.1” (358.14mm) 10.0” (254.00mm) 3.4” (86.36mm) .5” (12.70mm) PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 76: 12.1" Monitor Side View

    Appendix A: RS Monitor Dimensional Drawings 12.1” Monitor Side View 2.9” (73.66mm) 1.6” (40.64mm) 2.50” (63.5mm) 4.7” (119.38mm) 12.1” (307.34mm) 7.2” (182.88mm) 9.2” (233.68mm) 11.1” (281.94mm) .75” (19.05mm) 1.1” (27.94mm) 1.8” (45.72mm) PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 77: 15.1" Monitor Back View

    Appendix A: RS Monitor Dimensional Drawings 15.1” Monitor Back View 16.8” (426.72mm) 15.8” (401.32mm) 10.0” (254mm) 5.0” (127.00mm) .5” (12.70mm) PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 78: 15.1" Monitor Side View

    Appendix A: RS Monitor Dimensional Drawings 15.1” Monitor Side View 3.0” (26.7mm) 1.6” (40.64mm) 2.50” (63.5mm) 4.7” (119.38mm) 13.3” (337.82mm) 7.2” (182.88mm) 9.2” (233.68mm) 11.1” (281.94mm) .75” (19.05mm) 1.0” (25.40mm) 2.0” (50.80mm) PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...

  • Page 79: Index

    30–52 Interact 7, 35, 41, 63 software components 3 ISO symbols 5 starting up 28–29 touchscreen 26 unpacking the monitor 4 location User Guide 3, 6 selecting a location 18–19 video inputs 15 PowerStation RS Monitor User Guide...
  • Page 80 Index video modes supported 11 temperature/humidity guidelines 19 weight 10 touchscreen 30, 54, 63, 64 PowerStation RS PC 1, 3, 25, 26, 28, 30, cable diagram 14 31, 33, 48 calibrating 46–49 drivers and utilities 3 installing touchscreen drivers and util- ities 33–43...

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