Preface Introduction Digital’s PL-6700 series (PL-6700T, PL-6700S) of Panel Computers are multi- purpose factory automation (FA) computers, which embody Digital’s latest, cost- effective architecture. Before using the PL, read this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the PL’s operation procedures and functions.
Safe Product Usage This manual contains a variety of safety markings to help you safely and cor- rectly operate Digital’s PL-6700 series of Panel Computers, which includes the PL-6700T and PL-6700S, each of which are hereafter referred to collectively as the “PL.”...
When using the PL with transportation vehicles (trains, cars and ships), di- saster and crime prevention devices, various types of safety equipment, non- life support related medical devices, etc. redundant and/or failsafe system designs should be used to ensure the proper degree of reliability and safety. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Occasionally crosstalk (shadows appearing on extended display lines) will appear on the display. This phenomenon is a common attribute of LCDs and is not a defect. The displayed color will look different when viewed from an angle outside the specified view angle. This is also normal. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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Please be aware that the Digital Electronics Corporation will not provide compensation for any damages occurring as a result of problems with this unit’s software or hardware. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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<Complies with the following Standards> Safety IEC950 (A3:1995), EN60950 (A3:1995) EMI (EN50081-2) EN55022 (Class A) (1994), EN61000-3-2 (1995), EN61000-3-3 (1995) EMS (EN50082-2) EN61000-4-2 (1995), EN61000-4-4 (1995), EN61000-4-5 (1995), EN61000-4-8 (1993), EN61000-4-11 (1994), ENV50140 (1993), ENV50141 (1993), ENV50204 (1995) PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Here, "f" indicates that the unit is completely protected from oil intrusion via either oil particles or oil splashes from any direction (to the front panel). Note: For information about the PL's protective structure, refer to page 2-3. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
README.TXT file on the Driver & Utility Disk. Since the PL-6700’s hard disk drive (HDD) is a consumable item, i.e. it has a definite usage lifetime, be sure to back up its data frequently and perform regular maintenance. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Preface New PL-6700 Features The PL-6700 series displays are equipped with the following features: The Latest, High-Performance Architecture ® Designed around the Pentium 133 MHz CPU, the PL utilizes the type of high performance architecture that offers you superior compatibility. Add to this unri- ®...
Indicates terms or items that require further explanation. See the footnote on that page. Indicates pages containing related information. 1, 2, Indicates steps used to accomplish a given task. Be sure to follow these steps in the order they are written. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Boxes marked with a border represent User supplied items. The figure above shows simply the internal data flow and the PL’s peripheral connections, and may differ from the actual layout used by the customer. 1 - 1 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
*2 Depending on the customer’s OS, one of these drivers will be required to allow this type of touch operation. Please contact your local PL distributor for ordering details. 1 - 2 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
: No FDD PL-6700’s revision no. HDD Revision No. Preinstalled Hard Disk Display type S : STN color LCD T : TFT color LCD Display Panel Type STN Color LCD PL-6700S TFT Color LCD PL-6700T 1 - 3 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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If the installation gasket is used for a long period of time, or if the unit and its gasket are removed from the panel, the original level of the protection cannot be guaranteed. To maintain the original protection level, you need to replace the installation gasket regularly. 2 - 1 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
PS/2 Interface (mini DIN 6 pin female connector) side & front Keyboard Mouse PS/2 Interface (mini DIN 6 pin female connector) side RGB Output Analog RGB Output Disk I/F FD Unit Front Access 2 modes 2.5 inch HDD I/F 2 - 2 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
In this case the optional full-sized cover is recommended. 3-2-5 Installing an Expansion Board • The power requirement when using all four expansion slots is 5V : 4A / 12V : 1.5A. 2- 3 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Keyboard Interface (The PL’s front and side connectors are the same) Mini - DIN 6 pin (Female) Pin No. Signal Name KEY DATA KEY CLK SHIELD Recommended Keyboard: Any PS-2 type keyboard 2 - 4 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
• Turning the contrast knob to the right (clockwise) makes the screen brighter; turning it to the left makes the screen darker. • A small, fine-tipped plastic screwdriver is recommend for this adjustment. 2 - 6 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
“3-1 Available Options andExpansion Boards” The PL-6700T/PL-6700S are both equipped with four (4) expansion slots. Seen from the front of the unit, these slots are numbered 1, 2, 3 and 4. 2- 7 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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• To avoid an electrical shock, be sure to disconnect the PL’s power cord from the power supply before connecting the cord’s power terminals or any periph- eral devices to the PL. 2 - 8 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
PL-6700T, PL-6700S: (Unit: mm - excluding projections) <General Dimensions> For detailed PL dimension information, please contact your local PL dealer. Effective Front Face Display Area (W) x (H) 13.2 Side View Side View (Opposite Side) 2- 9 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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Chapter 2 - Specifications Rear Face Top Face 2 - 10 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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The specifications given in this manual are without the full- sized cover attached. Please contact your nearest Proface dealer when using a full-sized expansion board. 2- 11 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
• Be sure the thickness of the panel is from 1.6 to 10 mm. • To insure that the PL’s water resistance is maintained, be sure to install the PL into a panel that is flat and free of scratches or dents. 2 - 12 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Installed inside PL’s IrDA IrDA (Ver. 1.0) compatible infrared development) cover. data transmission module. • Since the PL-6700’s hard disk is a precision instrument, peri- odic maintenance is recommended to insure its correct opera- tion. 3 - 1 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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6700. Prior to using any peripheral device, be sure to confirm that it will operate normally with the PL. Installing incompatible boards may result in either damage to or failure of the PL and will void your warranty. 3 - 2 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
The proce- dure for attaching this leg is described below. 1) Attach the support leg to the PL’s chassis, as shown here. 3 - 3 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
2) Remove the half-cover (it will pivot out and away from the unit) and then the rear maintenance cover. Hinged section Swings out away from the unit. 3) Locate the two DIM socket holders. DIM Socket 3 - 4 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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Pushing here on any other point may cause the module to break. [To Remove the DIM Module] When removing the module from the socket, please spread the socket’s sides as shown. 3 - 5 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
When either exchanging or installing the PL-FD100, before screwing in the unit’s attachment screw, be sure that the FDD Connection Cable is attached and the abovementioned connector’s pinch collar is in place. Cable End 3 - 6 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
1) Unscrew the HDD unit’s protective cover’s 2 attachment screws. 2) Remove the HDD unit’s cover and unscrew the HDD unit’s 2 set screws. 3) Pull out the HDD unit from the PL- 6700. 3 - 7 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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HDD’s holder slot. • Be sure that the cable is not pinched by either the PL’s chassis or the attachment screws. 3 - 8 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Hinged section Swings out away from the unit. Half Cover 3) Remove the rear maintenance cover and the half cover. Rear Maintenance Cover 3 - 9 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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7) After the rear maintenance cover is secured in position, reattach the half cover and secure it in place. 3 - 10 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Be sure the hard disk unit cable’s main board connector is not skewed from its correct attachment position (see above examples). Incorrect attachment can cause damage to the unit. 3) Disconnect the PL-HD100 unit PL-HD100 from the HDD connection cable. HDD Connection Cable 3 - 11 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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7) Last, connect the PL-HD100 to the DC Power Cable end of the cable and use the attach- ment screws to fix the HD unit in Connect to place. (Refer to page 3-10, Step 2) DC Input 3 - 12 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Also, be sure that the panel’s viewing angle is tilted no more than 30 degrees from par- allel to the operator (i.e. directly in front). No more than 30 degrees of tilt 4- 1 PL-6700 Series Users Manual...
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• When using a fan to cool the PL unit, be sure that the fan does not point directly at either of the PL’s disk drive units, i.e both the hard disk and the floppy disk. 4 - 2 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
PL and any other objects. (The clearance must be large enough to allow you to insert or remove expansion boards and to attach connectors.) Rear View Side View 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 50mm 4 - 3 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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• Avoid using the PL in environments where corrosive gases are present. Insert the PL into the installation slot Mounting panel Side panel Secure the rear panel of PL in place with the mounting Attachment hole Left and Top and Bottom Right sides Faces 4 - 4 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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4) Use a screwdriver to tighten the bracket’s adjustment screw. To ensure a high degree of moisture resistance, the torque should be 0.5 to 0.6 N•m. Panel Excessive torque may damage the panel or bracket. 4 - 5 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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• This power cable is designed only for 100V use. Be sure to use a different cable when us- Transparent Cover ing other than 100V power. 3) Reattach the terminal strip’s transpar- ent cover. 4 - 7 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
(E1) and the PL (E2) separately. • Select a lightning surge absorber which will not exceed the allowable circuit voltage, even when the volt- age rises to the maximum. Lightning surge absorber 4 - 8 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
• To improve noise immunity, it is recommended to attach a ferrite core to the power cord. *1 Use a grounding resistance of less than 100 U and a 2mm2 or thicker wire, or your country’s applicable standard. For details, contact your local PL distributor. 4 - 9 PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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Provides a summary of the keyboard keys used to carry out the setup. SYSTEM SETTING SELECTION AREA Each of the titles (areas) listed here contains system setting items. 4) Use the arrow keys to move the cursor to the desired selection. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 1...
The selection [1.44MB - 3.5in] is recommended. The other available settings are [720K - 3.5in], [1.2M - 5.25in], [360 - 5.25in], [2.88M - 3.5in.], or [None]. The[1.44M - 3.5in] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 2...
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: FDisplays all errors, except for those related to the disk drive (FDD), and stops the unit. [All,But Disk/Key] : Displays all errors, except for those related to the disk drive (FDD) and keyboard, and then stops the unit. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 3...
Designates the drive order used by the OS during start up. The possible selections are [C only], [A,C], [C,A], [C,CDROM,A] or [CDROM,C,A]. The [C,A] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 4...
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When the Expansion Board's ROM is placed in this area, this setting designates if the ROM expands into the RAM area. The two selections available are [Disabled] or [Enabled]. The [Disabled] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 5...
[3] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. ■Suspend Option When Auto Configuration Enable has been selected, this selection cannot be used. The [Static Suspend] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 7...
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[Disabled]or [Enabled]. The [Disabled] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. ■ IRQ3-IRQ15 Designate if the COM Port is monitored or not. The two selections available are [Disabled]or [Enabled]. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 8...
IRQ-11 assigned to Legacy ISA IRQ-5 assigned to PCI/ISA PnP IRQ-12 assigned to PCI/ISA PnP IRQ-7 assigned to Legacy ISA IRQ-14 assigned to Legacy ISA IRQ-9 assigned to PCI/ISA PnP IRQ-15 assigned to Legacy ISA PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 9...
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■Primary IDE INT# Only after selecting the "PCI IDE IRQ Map To" menu item's [PCI- AUTO] can the Primary IDE INT# setting be used. These settings can be [A], [B], [C] or [D]. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 10...
[Enabled] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. ■IDE HDD Block Mode Designates the Hard disk's Block Operation Mode. The two selections available are [Disabled] or [Enabled]. The [Enabled] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 11...
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■Com 4 Port Resource Only when the Com 3 & Com 4 Mode is set to [Enabled] will this selection appear. The [2E8/IRQ10] selection is factory set and recommended for most users. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 12...
CYLS HEAD PRECOMP LANDZ SECTOR MODE 2(Y) 1630 790 64 3161 1632 3162 16 65535 3161 NORMAL 1632 1581 32 65535 3161 LARGE Note Some OS (like SCO-UNIX) must use "NORMAL" for Installation ESC:Skip PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 5 - 13...
This DLL is used by the DISP, FANALARM, and BLSAVER programs. Both the Windows 95 and Windows NT versions of this file are included. PL67DRV.SYS This file is the device driver used by the PL67API.DLL, specifically for the Windows NT OS. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual 6 - 1...
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Do not use sharp or hard objects, such as a mechanical pencil or screwdriver, to push on the display. This could damage the unit. Protection sheet Use the screen protection sheet when us- ing the PL in extremely dirty or dusty ar- eas. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Cleaning the PL-6700 cooling unit’s filter: 1) Remove the cooling fan cover’s two (2) attachment screws. Be sure to not drop the filter after removing the cover. 2) Remove the filter from the fan cover. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
Are there any flaws or tears in the moisture resistant packing ? • Display Conditions Is the display bright enough ? When the PL’s backlight needs to be replaced, please contact your nearest authorized service center for prompt service. PL-6700 Series User’s Manual...
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03E8H - 03EFH Serial port 3 (COM3): General Use 03F0H - 03F7H Floppy disk controller 03F8H - 03FFH Serial port 1 (COM1) :General Use *1 The game I/O is not used by the PL system, but is normally reserved. PL-6700 Series User Manual App-1...
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Bit4 Bit3 Bit2 Bit1 Bit0 CPU Fan Power Fan Sw1 to Sw4: Circuit board switch (SW)’s lead. CPU Fan: H = normal, L = Fan alarm Power Fan: H = Fan alarm, L = normal App-2 PL-6700 Series User Manual...
DRAM area : 64 MB 100000H BIOS ROM : 80 KB 0EC000H Extended ROM area *1 0CC000H VGA BIOS 0C0000H V-RAM 0A0000H Main memory : 640 KB 000000H *1 This area is reserved for extended boards. PL-6700 Series User Manual App-3...
DMA 2 Floppy disk controller DMA 3 DMA 4 Cascade to controller 1 DMA 5 For 16-bit transmission DMA 6 DMA 7 *1 IRQ 9 is not used by the PL, but reserved as standard. App-4 PL-6700 Series User Manual...
Appendix 2 Serial Communication Serial Communication This section explains how to perform serial communications with the PL. RS-232C (COM1/COM2/COM3) Cable Connections <Example 1> <Example 2> Dsub 25-pin Dsub 25-pin 20 DTR 20 DTR PL-6700 Series User Manual App-5...
CH = Highest line in scroll down range CL = Farthest left column in scroll down Scrolling down range DH = Lowest line in scroll down range DL = Farthest right column in scroll down range PL-6700 Series User Manual App-7...
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00h: Set attribute bit 7 to intensity function. 01: Set attribute bit 7 to blink function. AH = Reading basic AL = BH = Value read pallet register BL = Basic pallet register to read (0 - 15) App-8 PL-6700 Series User Manual...
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Number of vertical bits in character user-defined BL = Character generator bank No. character CX = Number of characters to register DX = First character code to register ES:BP = Top address in user-defined table PL-6700 Series User Manual App-9...
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0: (Number of lines per DL register value) (PC character set, inside 1: 14 lines video BIOS ROM) 2: 25 lines [Graphics] 3: 43 lines DL = Number of screen lines (When BL = 00h) App-10 PL-6700 Series User Manual...
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AL = 12h Successfully executed enable/disable AL = 0: Video enabled 1: Video disabled AH = Gray scale BL = AL = 12h Successfully executed enable/disable AL = 0: Gray scale enabled 1: Gray scale disabled PL-6700 Series User Manual App-11...
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AL = 1Ah : Successfully executed combination code BL = Active-display code BH = Nonactive-display code AH = Status information BX = Implementation type AL = 1Bh : Successfully executed ES:DI = Return information buffer App-12 PL-6700 Series User Manual...
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: 80287 CPU yes/no : No : Yes Bits 13, 12, 8, 3, 2 & 0 : Reserved INT 12h Reading Memory Size Operation Input Output Reading memory size AX =Memory size in 1 K units PL-6700 Series User Manual App-13...
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CH = Max. number of cylinders CL = Max. number of usable sectors and Significant bit in max. number of cylinders DH = Max. number of usable heads DL = Number of built-in hard disk drives PL-6700 Series User Manual App-15...
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01h and CY =1: Cannot use function. Bits 5 - 0: Max. number of sectors AH = 00h and CY =1: Does not support tracks and per track 00h or CY =1: number of tracks per sector. DL = Drive No. App-16 PL-6700 Series User Manual...
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AH = CY = 0: Successfully completed AL = 00h: Interval timer start 1: Error Wait time check 01h: Interval timer stop ES:BX = End flag address CX:DX = Wait time in 1 µ sec units PL-6700 Series User Manual App-17...
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ES value specified in ES:SI table ES:SI = Top address in below table SS = DS value specified in ES:SI table CY = 1: Error CS dummy (00h) AH = Engaging the protect mode TEMP BIOS CS(00h) App-18 PL-6700 Series User Manual...
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Character code of character to 1-character output DX = output Device No. AH = AH = Printer status Printer initialization DX = Device No. AH = AH = Printer status Status check DX = Device No. PL-6700 Series User Manual App-19...
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Month (BCD) DL = Day (BCD) AH = CY = End status CH = Hours (BCD) Setting alarm 0: Successfully completed CL = Minutes (BCD) 1: Error DH = Seconds (BCD) Clearing alarm AH = 07h App-20 PL-6700 Series User Manual...
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Index INDEX corrosive gas ............7- 3 Symbols corrosive gases ............ 4- 4 100V ..............4- 7 CPU Internal Cache ..........5- 4 12.1" LCD ............ pref- xi crime prevention devices ......pref- iii 170 - 265V ............1- 1 crimp terminals ...........
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Index fire ............... 4- 6 interface connector ........pref- iii flammable gases ..........pref- iii Interface Specifications ...... pref- vii, 2- 4 Floppy Disk Insertion Slot ........2- 6 internal data flow ..........1- 1 front and side connectors ........2- 4 Internal PCI/IDE ..........
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Index Notes on Handling the LCD ......pref- iv PS-2 type keyboard ..........2- 4 nuclear power control devices ...... pref- iii PS/2 type keyboard ........pref- x Onboard FDC Controller ........5- 12 Rear Maintenance Cover ........2- 7 Onboard Parallel Port ........
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Index Video Off method ..........5- 7 Video Off Option ..........5- 7 Virus Warning ............. 5- 4 weight ..............2-1 warranty .............. 3- 2 water resistance ..........2- 11 Windows NT ............6- 1 Windows NT driver ..........1- 2 Wiring the PL .............
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