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TABLE OF CONTENTS WARNING/Caution ............inside front cover Table of Contents ..................i Manual Revisions ..................v EU Information ................... vi 1 GETTING STARTED ................. 1 Manual Organization ................1 Manual Sections Table ..............1 Introduction ..................2 What you need to get started ..............3 Hardware ..................
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MANUAL REVISIONS Manual Revisions Manual Part Number: EZ-TOUCH-M Manual Title: EZTouch Panel Hardware User Manual, Revision 4 The following table provides you with update information. If you call technical support with a question about this manual, please be aware of the revision number. Revision Date Effective Pages...
EU INFORMATION EU Information The EZTouch Panel is manufactured in compliance with European Union (EU) Directives and carries the CE mark. The EZTouch Panel has been tested under CE Test Standard #EN55011, and is listed under UL File #E209355. The following information is provided to comply with EU documentation requirements.
1 GETTING STARTED Manual Organization The table, below provides an overall description of the topics covered within this manual. Chapters Getting Started Provides Manual Organization, and lists what you need to get started, hardware and software. Discusses how to get help with questions or problems you might encounter through Onscreen Help and Technical Support.
1 GETTING STARTED Introduction There are two manuals that you will need to use the EZTouch Panel — this manual, the EZTouch Panel Hardware User Manual, and the EZTouch Panel Programming Software User Manual (included with P/N EZ-TOUCHEDIT, EZ- Touch Programming Software). Don’t worry — you won’t be bouncing back and forth between them —...
1 GETTING STARTED What you need to get started: Hardware • EZTouch Panel (6" Monochrome, 6" Color, 8" Color, or 10" Color, including 6", 8", and 10" Slim Bezel Models, 15" Slim Bezel Model, and Option Card models) • 24 Volt Power Supply (24 VDC with 1.5A switching supply is recommended) (1.5 Amp Slo-Blo input power fuse is also recommended) •...
1 GETTING STARTED Technical Support Although most questions can be answered with EZTouch HELP or the manu- als, if you are still having difficulty with a particular aspect of installation or screen design, technical support is available at 1-770-844-4200 or FAX us at 1-770-886-3199.
2 MODELS, FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES Models The EZTouch Panel is an intelligent, programmable, flat panel display. It has been designed to interchange and display graphical data from a PLC by merely viewing or touching the screen. The EZTouch Panel is available in a variety of models to suit your applica- tion.
2 MODELS, FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES 8-inch, 10-inch, and 15-inch EZTouch Panel Models In the table below are the 8-, 10-, and 15-inch EZTouch Panel models including the Slim Bezel Models and Models with the A-B Data Highway Plus (and Remote I/O), DeviceNet I/O, Ethernet/IP, Modicon ModBus Plus, or Profibus-DP Network interface module (option card) installed.
2 MODELS, FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES Features Pre-built panel components for easy screen design Special parts, such as: Toggle Switch, Slide Switch, Selector Switch, Throw Switch, Thumbwheel Object, Meters, PID Faceplates, and Analog/Digital Clock Flash based design for easy firmware upgrade Field expandable user RAM (not all models) Nonvolatile flash card option for user program backup (not all models)
2 MODELS, FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES PLCs Supported by the EZTouch Panels I / t I / t ) l l & & t i l EZ-TOUCH-M Revision 4 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
2 MODELS, FEATURES AND ACCESSORIES Replacement and Optional Equipment There are replacement parts and other optional equipment available to cus- tomize or upgrade the EZTouch Panel to fit your application. The table, be- low, provides you with a list of this equipment. Instructions, if necessary, on how to install this equipment to upgrade your unit are also provided.
3 SPECIFICATIONS Hardware Specifications Specifications for all 6-inch EZTouch Panel Models (including Slim Bezel and A-B DH+ Option Card Models) are provided in the table below. * An “H” at the end of a part number indicates an A- B DH+ option card has been installed. An “S” indicates a Slim Bezel Model EZTouch Panel Specifications —...
4 INSTALLATION Installing the EZTouch Panel requires the following three major steps: The EZTouch Panel is a front-panel mount unit. Mounting of the unit requires a panel cutout, and drilling six, eight, or ten holes (depending on the model) for the mounting screws.
4 INSTALLATION Mounting EZTouch is a panel-mount unit. Most 6-inch units (6-inch Slim models are DIN Clip mounted only) can be mounted using one of the following methods: 1. Studs; or 2. DIN Clips. 8-, 10-, and 15-inch units are stud mounted only. The following diagrams show the outline and cutout dimensions nec- essary to mount the panel using Method 1.
4 INSTALLATION EZ-S6M-R, EZ-S6M-F, EZ-S6M-FH, EZ-S6C-K, EZ-S6C-F, EZ-S6C-FH Outline & Cutout Dimensions All the necessary mounting hardware is provided with the unit. Use the 6 studs and 6 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface. Dimensions are provided in inches and millimeters, mm appear in brackets [ ].
4 INSTALLATION EZ-S6M-RS, EZ-S6M-FS, EZ-S6M-FSH, EZ-S6C-KS, EZ-S6C-FS, EZ-S6C-FSH Outline & Cutout Dimensions All the necessary mounting hardware is provided with the unit. See page 28 for DIN Clip installation instruc- tions. Dimensions are provided in inches and millimeters, mm appear in brackets [ ]. EZ-TOUCH-M Revision 4 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
4 INSTALLATION EZ-S8C-F and EZ-S8C-FH Outline & Cutout Dimensions All the necessary mounting hardware is provided with the unit. Use the 8 studs and 8 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface. Dimensions are provided in inches and millimeters, mm appear in brackets [ ].
4 INSTALLATION EZ-S8C-FS and EZ-S8C-FSH Outline Dimensions The 8-inch Slim Bezel Models are Stud Mount only. All the necessary mounting hardware is provided with the unit. Use the 8 studs and 8 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface. Dimensions are provided in inches and millimeters, mm appear in brackets [ ].
4 INSTALLATION EZ-S8C-FS and EZ-S8C-FSH Cutout Dimensions The 8-inch Slim Bezel Models are Stud Mount only. All the necessary mounting hardware is provided with the unit. Use the 8 studs and 8 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface. Dimensions are provided in inches and millimeters, mm appear in brackets [ ].
4 INSTALLATION EZ-T10C-F and EZ-T10C-FH Outline & Cutout Dimensions All the necessary mounting hardware is provided with the unit. Use the 8 studs and 8 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface. EZ-TOUCH-M Revision 4 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
4 INSTALLATION EZ-T10C-FS, EZ-T10C-FSH, EZ-T10C-FSD, EZ-T10C-FSE, EZ-T10C-FSM, and EZ-T10C-FSP Outline Dimensions The 10-inch Slim Bezel Models are Stud Mount ONLY. All the necessary mounting hard- ware is provided with the unit. Use the 8 studs and 8 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface.
4 INSTALLATION EZ-T10C-FS, EZ-T10C-FSH, EZ-T10C-FSD, EZ-T10C-FSE, EZ-T10C-FSM, and EZ-T10C-FSP Cutout Dimensions The 10-inch Slim Bezel Models are Stud Mount ONLY. All the necessary mounting hard- ware is provided with the unit. Use the 8 studs and 8 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface.
4 INSTALLATION EZ-T15C-FS, EZ-T15C-FSH, EZ-T15C-FSD, EZ-T15C-FSE, EZ-T15C-FSM, and EZ-T15C-FSP Outline Dimensions The 15-inch Slim Bezel Models are Stud Mount ONLY. All the necessary mounting hard- ware is provided with the unit. Use the 18 studs and 18 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface.
4 INSTALLATION EZ-T15C-FS, EZ-T15C-FSH, EZ-T15C-FSD, EZ-T15C-FSE, EZ-T15C-FSM, and EZ-T15C-FSP Cutout Dimensions The 15-inch Slim Bezel Models are Stud Mount ONLY. All the necessary mounting hard- ware is provided with the unit. Use the 18 studs and 18 nuts with captive washers to secure the unit to the mounting surface.
4 INSTALLATION METHOD 2. DIN Clips The 6-inch Slim Bezel models must be mounted using DIN Clips. It is optional for the other 6-inch models. DIN Clips are metal brackets (P/N EZ- BRK-1, package of 2 brackets and 4 screws) that attach to the panel and secure the front panel to a mounting surface with 4 screws.
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4 INSTALLATION Slim Bezel Models EZ-S6M-RS, EZ-S6M-FS, EZ-S6M-FSH, EZ-S6C-FS, EZ-S6C-KS, EZ-S6C-FSH DIN Clip Slot Location Front Bezel Mounting Panel Screws (4) DIN Clip location DIN Clip tab inserted into rectangular hole closest to the front bezel EZ-TOUCH-M Revision 4 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
4 INSTALLATION Connections and Wiring Wiring Diagram Back View Status LED The Status LED provides an indication of unit status. It will illuminate as RED or GREEN. If the LED does not light, this indicates that there is NO POWER to unit or the power supply failed.
4 INSTALLATION Power Terminal It is recommended you use a regulated power source isolated from relays, valves, etc. Power Connector (P4, Phoenix 3-pin Header, 0.2 cntr) P in # C onnection 24V D C (20–30 V D C ) –V C hassis Ground PLC Port The table, below left, provides the pinout for the panel PLC connector.
4 INSTALLATION COM1 Port The COM1 Port is used to connect a programming computer or a printer to the EZTouch Panel. The panel only needs to be connected to a PC when you are programming the unit. You will use the EZTouch Panel Programming Software to design the touch panel screens.
4 INSTALLATION Option Card Installation The EZTouch Panel Models EZ-S6M-FH, EZ-S6M-FSH, EZ-S6C-FH, EZ-S6C- FSH, EZ-S8C-FH, EZ-S8C-FSH, EZ-T10C-FH, EZ-T10C-FSH, and EZ-T15C- FSH have the Allen-Bradley Data HIghway Plus/Remote I/O Option Card in- stalled. (Allen-Bradley option cards are designated by an “H” at the end of the part number.
4 INSTALLATION Allen-Bradley Data Highway Plus Option Card 62-PIN SOCKET MOUNT ON BACK SIDE The Allen-Bradley Data Highway Plus PLC connector that extends over the edge of the board is shown below. Next to the connector are two LEDs that illu- minate to indicate status.
4 INSTALLATION EZ Ethernet Option Card The EZ Ethernet Option Card (P/N EZ-ETHERNET) comes with two different type screws. Remove the screws from the packaging and set aside. Connect EZTouch Panel to a computer and, following instructions in EZTouch Panel Software Help Topics or User Manual, upload the user program from the Panel to the computer.
4 INSTALLATION EZ Ethernet Option Card Outline Drawing For more information about the card, connector, LEDs and Switches, see the EZ Ethernet Option Card Manual (P/N EZ-ETHERNET-M) 62-PIN SOCKET MOUNT ON BACK SIDE MAC ID LEDs DIP Switches Connector (only visible with rear panel (only visible with rear panel open) (RJ45) housing open)
4 INSTALLATION Generic DeviceNet I/O Option Card The EZTouch Panel Models EZ-T10C-FSD, and EZ-T15C-FSD have the DeviceNet I/O Option Card installed. A special connector is attached to these option boards and is accessible from the bottom of the unit. The bottom of the plastic back cover has a section that has been removed to allow access to the DeviceNet connector that extends over the edge of the board.
4 INSTALLATION Generic Ethernet/IP Option Card EZTouch Panel Models EZ-T10C-FSE, and EZ-T15C-FSE have the Ethernet/ IP Option Card installed. A special connector is attached to these option boards and is accessible from the bottom of the unit. The bottom of the plastic back cover has a section that has been removed to allow access to the Ethernet /IPconnector that extends over the edge of the board.
4 INSTALLATION Modicon Modbus Plus Option Card The EZTouch Panel Models EZ-T10C-FSM, and EZ-T15C-FSM have the Modbus Plus Option Card installed. A special connector is attached to these option boards and is accessible from the bottom of the unit. The bottom of the plastic back cover has a section that has been removed to allow access to the Modbus connector (9-pin Female D-SUB) that extends over the edge of the board.
4 INSTALLATION Generic Profibus-DP Option Card The EZTouch Panel Models EZ-T10C-FSP, and EZ-T15C-FSP have the Profibus-DP Option Card installed. A special connector is attached to these option boards and is accessible from the bottom of the unit. The bottom of the plastic back cover has a section that has been removed to allow access to the Profibus-DP connector that extends over the edge of the board.
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4 INSTALLATION Communications Setup After the EZTouch Panel is powered up, you may enter the Setup Mode by simultaneously pressing the extreme upper left and lower left touch cells on the panel screen. The following screen is dis- played. Information is displayed in the upper left hand corner about the current revision of the Firm- ware, Hardware, and Boot program.
4 INSTALLATION Enter the current time and date. Press the keypad button of the number you want to enter. It will show in the display window. If correct, press Hr, Min, Sec, or Day, Mon, Yr corresponding to the time or date position you are setting. If not correct, press CL to clear the window.
4 INSTALLATION Contrast When you press the Contrast button, the screen shown above will appear (except that the monochrome units will not have color). From this screen you can adjust the panel screen contrast (except on the 10" and 15" TFT Color units).
4 INSTALLATION Each touchpad is numbered for reference. Press on each or any square to test that it is active. It will be highlighted after pressing to show that it has been tested. Press the square again to deselect it. Each square should beep when pressed.
5 MAINTENANCE Shutting Off Power to EZTouch Panel Removing power from the EZTouch Panel does not normally cause a loss of the user program that is stored in the panel unless the battery voltage is low or the battery has been removed. A low battery can be programmed to a hard-coded system alarm that will display a message on all user- programmed screens.* It is recommended that you back up your user program on multiple PC disks and/or install a flash option card, which...
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5 MAINTENANCE To save a program to computer disk, perform the following steps: Have programming computer connected to the panel and EZTouch Programming Software running. From the Start Screen (Project Information, Step 1) under SELECT ACTION, click on Read Program from Panel and Edit OFF-LINE. The screen shown below will appear.
5 MAINTENANCE Lithium Battery Replacement BEFORE REMOVING BATTERY, back up the user program and save in accordance with the instructions on page 45. CAUTION Typical battery life is 5 years. Connect EZTouch Panel to a computer and, following instructions on the pages 45 and 46 to save the user program to disk.
5 MAINTENANCE Silk screen on back cover showing where FLASH and RAM cards are located Panel Status Indicator Gasket Gasket Replacement The standard gasket may need to be replaced if it becomes damaged or worn. To replace the gasket (P/N EZ-TOUCH6-GSK, EZ-TOUCH8-GSK, or EZ- TOUCH10-GSK) perform the following steps: Ensure that all pieces of old gasket have been removed from the gasket slot.
5 MAINTENANCE DO NOT REMOVE THE RAM OR FLASH CARD WHILE POWER IS APPLIED TO THE PANEL. TO DO SO WILL IRREPARABLY DAM- AGE THE CARD. BACK UP YOUR USER PROGRAM AND REMOVE CAUTION POWER TO THE UNIT BEFORE REMOVING A MEMORY CARD. SEE PROGRAM BACKUP INSTRUCTIONS, PAGE 45.
5 MAINTENANCE 1) DO NOT REMOVE THE RAM OR FLASH CARD WHILE POWER IS APPLIED TO THE PANEL. TO DO SO WILL IRREPARABLY DAM- AGE THE CARD. BACK UP YOUR USER PROGRAM AND REMOVE POWER TO THE UNIT BEFORE REMOVING A MEMORY CARD. SEE CAUTION PROGRAM BACKUP INSTRUCTIONS, PAGE 45.
5 MAINTENANCE Fluorescent Backlight Bulb Replacement Generally, backlight bulb life far exceeds the manufacturer’s expected life. (The manufacturer’s expected half-life rates are provided in the table below.) Using the Screen Saver feature should significantly extend the life of the fluorescent backlight bulb! (Refer to the EZTouch Programming Software Help or Manual.
5 MAINTENANCE Touchscreen/Chemical Compatibility The 6-, 8-, and 10-inch plastic (standard) bezel models’ touchscreen has a Standard Bezel polyester surface. The following list is provided to make you aware of the general compatibility between chemicals that may be present in your work environment and the polyester surface of the touchscreen.
6 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Problem: Panel won’t power up Action: Connect power to the EZTouch Panel (24 VDC). Apply power while observing the LED in the back of the panel. a. LED does not light means: NO POWER to unit or power supply failed.
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6 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem: Memory Card Action: Make sure that the Flash Card is in top slot, and the RAM Card is in the bottom slot. See "Connections and Wiring," this manual, for more information. Problem: Display Blank Action: Display indicates "NO POWER UP SCREEN" If this message is displayed the panel battery needs to be replaced.
1-770-844-4200. Out of Warranty Repairs If your EZTouch Panel is out of warranty, contact AVG’s Service Department for an evaluation of repair costs @ 1-563-359-7501. You can then decide whether it is more economical to proceed with factory repairs or purchase a new panel.
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APPENDIX A The following diagrams depict the wiring pinouts for the EZTouch Panel to PLC Cables. EZTouch Panel Female PLC Port (located on bottom of unit) Allen-Bradley SLC500, 5/01, /02, /03 DH-485/AIC, RS-485A (P/N EZ-DH485-CBL) Allen-Bradley SLC500 DH-485/AIC (Point-to-Point) Allen-Bradley SLC500 DH-485/AIC (Multi-drop) EZ-TOUCH-M Revision 4 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ...
APPENDIX A General Electric 90/30 and 90/70 15-pin D-SUB, RS-422A (P/N EZ-90-30-CBL) Mitsubishi FX Series 25-pin, RS-422A (P/N EZ-MITSU-CBL) EZ-TOUCH-M Revision 4 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
APPENDIX A Wiring Diagrams for AEG Modicon MICRO Series: 110 CPU 311-xx, 110 CPU 411-xx, 110 CPU 512-xx, 110 CPU 612-xx Modicon ModBus with RJ45 EZ-TOUCH-M Revision 4 Artisan Technology Group - Quality Instrumentation ... Guaranteed | (888) 88-SOURCE | www.artisantg.com...
APPENDIX A EZTouch RS-422A/RS-485A Wiring Connections for DirectLogic PLCs For RS-422A and RS-485A connections, we recommend Belden 9729 cable or equivalent. Please Note: The Termination Resistor is built in to pin 13 of EZTouch Panels. Jumper pin 13 to pin 9 (RXD+) to enable.
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