Preface Thank you for purchasing a Pro-face PS-400G Series Unit (PS400G-T41-E124V), hereafter referred to as the PS-G unit. Please read this manual carefully before installing the PS-G unit. Important 1 The reproduction, copying or distribution of this equipment or its manual, either in whole or in part, without written permission from Digital Electronics Corporation is prohibited.
Documentation Conventions In this manual the following warning symbols are used to indicate important points concerning safe and proper operation of the PS-G unit. Prior to operating the PS-G unit, be sure to read these points carefully. Warning Symbols This manual’s warning symbols indicate the following levels of danger. Failure to fully comply with points indicated by this WARNING symbol may result in death or serious injury.
Essential Safety Precautions General Handling: WARNINGS Do not use the PS-G unit with aircraft control devices, aerospace equipment, central trunk data transmission (communication) devices, nuclear power control devices, or medical life support equipment, due to these devices’ inherent requirements of extremely high levels of safety and reliability.
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CAUTIONS Do not strike the panel of the PS-G unit with a hard, heavy or pointed object, or press the panel with excessive force. Doing so may result in panel damage or injury. Do not allow liquids (including water), or metal objects to enter the PS-G unit. This may result in a malfunction or an electric shock.
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Do not use voltage levels other than those specified for the PS-G unit. Use of voltages outside this range may result in a fire or an electric shock. PS400G-T41-E124V: DC 24 V±20% To reduce wire-to-wire or wire-to-earth noise as much as possible, use a low-noise power supply. In addition, use a twisted-pair power cord.
CE Marked, UL/c-UL PS400G-T41-E124V 3.0 (English) (CSA) compliant. Input voltage DC24V. This manual’s explanation is for the PS400G-T41-E124V unit. PS-G Unit Application Software The PS-G unit is pre-installed with the Windows ® CE Operating System, which allows the PS-G unit to run customer-developed applications.
5. WARNING: Explosion hazard – confirm that the power supply has been turned OFF before disconnecting equipment, or confirm that the location is not subject to the risk of explosion. CE Marking The PS400G-T41-E124V and PS400G-T41-J124V is a CE marked product that conforms to EMC directives EN55011 Class A, and EN61000-6-2(EN50082-2).
Package Contents The PS-G unit comes with the following items. After opening the packing box, please confirm that the following items are included. PS-G Unit (1) Model Number: PS400G-T41-E124V Installation Fasteners (4) Installation Gasket (1) (Pre-installed) Operation Instructions (1) CD-ROM (1)
CD-ROM Contents The following items are included in the CD-ROM. Product Name Description PS-400G Series PS-400G Series User Manual PDF file User Manual Required for viewing PDF files ® Acrobat Reader 5.0 (Self-extracting files)
• Or, if your PS-G is set to Standby Mode, but touching the screen does not cause the display to reappear, your backlight has burned out. Also, to prevent accidental machine operation, Pro-face suggests you use the built-in “Disable Input After Backlight Burnout” feature, that will automatically detect a burnout and disable the designated input devices.
Introduction 1 System Design 2 Part Names and Functions 3 Dimensions...
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PS-400G Series User Manual 1 System Design PS400G-T41-E124V Printer interface Printer cable Printer (PSM-PRCB00) Sound output terminal block Pin-jack cable Speaker (GP077-SDAD10) RAS interface User-prepared cable *1 Computer PL Series Host Controller Unit Expansion unit interface 1 DIO unit *2...
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1 Introduction PS400G-T41-E124V Ethernet interface 10BASE-T cable Central network line (commercial type) Connector panel USB mouse USB interface USB keyboard Bar-code reader CF Card Adaptor CF Card GP077-CF20 16MB GP077-CFAD10 GP077-CF30 32MB COM1/COM2 Pro-Designer Data Transfer Cable Computer PS-DWE01-V Supplied with PS series Type G...
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PS-400G Series User Manual 2 Part Names and Functions A, B Front A : Display Panel Displays PS-G unit screen data. B : Touch Panel Provides “mouse-less” screen control. C : Status LED Indicates the PS-G unit’s status. Green : Power ON/ Normal operation At Start Up, the LED lamp changes from Red to Green Orange : Indicates the RAS function and Backlight burnout : System Error...
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1 Introduction G, H EXT1 DC24V Rear D : Power Input Terminal Block Connects the terminal block to the DC24V power source. E : Expansion Unit Interface 1 (EXT1)* 1 For DIO units. F : Expansion Unit Interface 2 (EXT2)* 1 This is a PCMCIA Bus interface.
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PS-400G Series User Manual Side (Left) N : Ethernet Interface (10BASE-T) Connect a 10BASE-T Ethernet cable here. O : USB Interfaces 1 (USB1) Connect a USB (USB ver.1.0) compliant device (keyboard, mouse, etc.) here.
Installation 1 Installation Procedures 2 Connecting the Power Cord 3 Interface Specifications 3.1 Serial Interface 3.2 Printer Interface 3.3 USB Interface 3.4 Ethernet Interface 3.5 RAS Interface 3.6 Sound Output 3.7 CF Card Insertion and Removal...
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PS-400G Series User Manual 1 Installation Procedures Check the installation conditions Prepare the panel Check the installation gasket Install Secure the installation fasteners Installation Requirements • For easier maintenance, operation, and better ventilation, the space between the PS-G unit and adjacent structures or equipment should be at least 100mm.
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2 Installation • The ambient temperature of the PS-G unit should be between 0° C and 50° C. (Ambient temperature refers to the temperatures measured in the panel interior and on the panel face.) The ambient humidity should be 10% RH to 90% RH. Panel Panel Face...
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PS-400G Series User Manual Panel Preparation The thickness of the panel should be from 1.6 mm to 10 mm [0.06 in. to 0.39 in.]. (Unit: mm [in.]) 1.6 - 10 [0.06 - 0.39] To ensure a sufficient level of water-resistance, make sure the panel is not warped, damaged, or uneven.
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2 Installation Installation Install the PS-G unit as follows: Insert the PS-G unit into the cutout section of the panel with the touch screen facing outward. Insert the installation fastener hooks into the four (4) insertion slots (2 on the top and 2 on the bottom).
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PS-400G Series User Manual Slide the fastener toward the rear of the PS-G unit. Slowly tighten each fastener attachment screw in sequence (top, bottom, left side, right side), until all fasteners are evenly and securely tightened. The proper torque for tightening an attachment screw is 0.5N·m CAUTIONS Fastener attachment screws must be perpendicular to the panel.
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Failure to do so may result in an electric shock. CAUTIONS The power supply for the PS400G-T41-E124V should be DC24V. Supplying any other level of power can damage the PS unit or the power supply. Since the PS-G is not equipped with the power switch, be sure to connect a breaker-type power switch to the PS-G’s power cord.
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PS-400G Series User Manual Connecting the Power Cord • Wherever possible, use thick wires (max. 2mm ) for the power cord. Always start the braiding close to the terminal ends. • Use the following size sleeve-type ring terminals. Recommended sleeve-type ring terminal: V2-MS3 compatible (J.S.T. Mfg. Co., Ltd) 3.2mm [0.13in.] or more l ess than 6mm [0.24in.]...
2 Installation 3 Interface Specifications 3.1 Serial Interface The PS-G unit’s COM1 and COM2 interfaces are used for connecting RS-232C cables. Pin Configuration (Viewed from the connector face.) COM1 Pin Number Signal Name Description Direction Carrier Detect Input RD (RXD) Receive Data Input SD(TXD)
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PS-400G Series User Manual Serial Cable • The connector used is a Dsub 9-pin plug-type connector. Please use a Dsub 9-pin socket-type cable. Recommended connector : Dsub 9-pin socket XM2D-0901 (Omron) Recommended cover : For use with Dsub 9-pin sockets, XM2S-0913 (Omron) If necessary Omron jack screws XM2Z-0073 can also be used.
Input/Output Ground ERROR Printer Error Input Ground PDB2 Data signal Input/Output PDB1 Data signal Input/Output Paper End Input INIT Initialize Signal Output Ground Printer Cable Use the Pro-face’s printer cable (Model: PSM-PRCB00) for connecting the PS-400G to the printer. 2-11...
PS-400G Series User Manual 3.3 USB Interface Any commercial type USB device can be used. (USB ver.1.0) Pin Configuration A standard USB connector pin configuration is used. Cables Any commercial type USB interface cable can be used. Certain types of USB compatible keyboards, when attached to the PS-G via the USB interface, may fail to operate correctly.
2 Installation 3.5 RAS Interface For more information concerning the RAS function, refer to “Appendix 2 RAS Function”. Pin Configuration (Viewed from the connector face.) Pin Number Signal name Description ALARM-OUT ( − ) Alarm Output ( − ) DOUT ( − ) General-purpose Output ( −...
PS-400G Series User Manual 3.6 Sound Output Either line output or speaker lines can be attached to this connector. Pin-Jack Cable Pin Assignments SP-OUT LINE-OUT Signal Name Description Direction SP-OUT Speaker Output Output Ground LINE-OUT Line Output Output Sound Output Cable The following example connects a speaker to the PS-G unit using a Digital Electronics Corporation pin-jack cable (GP077-SDAD10).
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2 Installation Loosen the set screw of each terminal outlet to be used (as shown below). Insert each pin-jack cable pin into its corresponding outlet. Re-tighten each set screw. 2-15...
PS-400G Series User Manual Reinsert the terminal block. Tighten the terminal block attachment screws. Connect the other end of the pin-jack cable to the speaker. 3.7 CF Card Insertion and Removal Here we will explain the methods for inserting and removing a CF Card. CAUTIONS While the CF Card is being accessed, do not turn OFF the power to the PS-G unit, perform remote reset input, or remove the CF Card.
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2 Installation Inserting a CF Card Push the cover in the direction indicated by the , and lift it open. CF Card Cover Check the orientation of the CF Card before inserting it into the CF Card slot. Insert the CF Card until the Eject Button pops forward.
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PS-400G Series User Manual Removing a CF Card Push the cover in the direction indicated by the , and lift it open. CF Card Cover Push the Eject Button until the CF Card pops forward. Eject Button Close the CF Card cover, then push it in the direction shown by the , until it clicks shut.
Start Up and Shut Down 1 Start Up 2 Unit Settings 2.1 Dip Switch Settings 2.2 Control Panel Settings 3 Internal Application 3.1 Version Information Psgver.exe 3.2 Auto Start AutoRun.exe 3.3 Terminal Services Connection Wizard TsConWiz.exe 3.4 Applications for Pro-Designer Runtime Installation PDLoad.exe/PortChanger.exe 4 Shut Down...
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PS-400G Series User Manual 1 Start Up When the PS-G unit’s power is turned ON, Windows CE starts up automatically. • To restart the PS-G unit, turn the power OFF, wait about 5 seconds, then turn the power ON again. Occasionally, the PS-G unit will not start up correctly.
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3 Start Up and Shut Down 2 Unit Settings 2.1 Dip Switch Settings The Dip Switches are located inside the CF Card cover. 1 2 3 4 Switch Number Description 1 - 4 Reserved The PS-G unit’s factory settings are: Dip switch No.
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PS-400G Series User Manual 2.2 Control Panel Settings PS-G unit settings can be changed via the “Control panel”. Panel display procedure Click on the [Start] button. From the [Start] menu that appears, select [Settings]. From the [Settings] menu, select [Control Panel]. The Control Panel contains the following icons.
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3 Start Up and Shut Down The following explanations describe the Stylus, Backlight (accessible via the [Display] icon), Backup, RAS Control programs, and Volume and Sounds programs. For detailed information on other programs, refer to the PS-G unit’s “Help” screen. •...
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PS-400G Series User Manual Backlight This program adjusts the Backlight settings. • Set Brightness The backlight can be set to any of 4 levels of brightness. • Disable Input After Backlight Burnout This setting enables automatic disabling of input devices (touch panel, keyboard, and/or mouse) as soon as the PS-G Unit detects backlight burnout.
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3 Start Up and Shut Down Backup Changes made to the Object Store* by your application software or via Control Panel settings can be backed up to a CF Card. However, the files that can be backed up are limited to those in the [\ProgramFiles] folder, [\Windows] folder, and Registry settings.
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PS-400G Series User Manual RAS Control The RAS Control Properties area is used to enable the following RAS functions. Each condition is monitored, and system alarms and standard signal input are detected via the RAS function settings. The following settings are available. •...
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3 Start Up and Shut Down Set Up Procedure Double click the Control Panel’s [RAS Control] icon in the Control Panel. Click the [Watchdog Timer] tab and select Enable or Disable. If you select Enable you will also have to set the timer period (5 sec. to 255 sec.) and specify the actions required after a timeout.
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PS-400G Series User Manual Volume and Sounds This setting either enables or disables the buzzer sound used when the screen is touched. The factory setting is for the buzzer to be enabled (Checkbox ON). Volume and Sounds Setting Procedure Double click the Control Panel’s [Volume & Sounds] icon in the Control Panel. Select the [Volume] tab.
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3 Start Up and Shut Down Perform a backup and save the settings to the CF Card. After restarting the PS-G unit, be sure to check the current settings via the [Network Configuration] dialog box’s Built-In Controller tab’s data. Internal Application This section explains each of the PS-G unit’s internal applications.
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PS-400G Series User Manual (3) Click the button. (4) Insert a CF Card into the PS-G, and click the icon in the Control Panel. (5) Reboot the PS-G with the CF Card inserted. (6) Once Windows CE starts, the PS-G unit will read the environment data from the CF Card and launch the application registered in the [\Windows\Startup] folder.
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3 Start Up and Shut Down Designate any application that should be automatically started. Click on the [Finish] button and a connection shortcut icon will appear on the desktop. Double-click this shortcut and confirm that the Terminal Service connection process is successful.
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PS-400G Series User Manual 3.4 Applications for Pro-Designer Runtime Installation PDLoad.exe/PortChanger.exe Pro-Designer Runtime Installer PDLoad.exe This application is required when installing Pro-Designer Ver. 3.0.1 or earlier in the PS-G unit. For details, please refer to [Pro-Desiger On-line Help]. Port Number Changer PortChanger.exe This application is used to change the Port Number when installing the Pro-Designer Runtime, using the Pro-Designer Runtime Installer.
Maintenance and Inspection 1 Regular Cleaning 2 Periodic Check Points 3 Replacing Consumable Items 3.1 Replacing the Installation Gasket 3.2 Replacing the Backlight...
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• Is the operating atmosphere free of any corrosive gases? Power Supply • Is the power supply within specifications? PS400G-T41-E124V: DC 24 V (± 20%) Unit Condition • Are all the power cords and cables connected properly? • Are all the PS-G unit’s installation fasteners secure? •...
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4 Maintenance and Inspection 3 Replacing Consumable Items 3.1 Replacing the Installation Gasket The installation gasket provides protection against dust and moisture. The PS-G unit installation gasket’s model number is PS400-WP00-MS. CAUTION A gasket which has been used for a long period of time may have scratches or dirt on it, and could have lost much of its water resistance.
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PS-400G Series User Manual Insert the gasket in the remaining corners. Check that the gasket is fitted properly. • If the gasket is not inserted correctly into the groove, it will not provide a level of water resistance equivalent to IP65f. •...
Troubleshooting 1 Troubleshooting Checklists 1.1 No display (Windows CE does not start) 1.2 Touch panel does not respond 1.3 Connected devices cannot be used...
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PS-400G Series User Manual This section explains how to find and resolve PS-G unit problems. The PS-G unit can be connected to a wide range of devices, including a host (PLC), however, this manual will not discuss every possible device, or problem. For problems not directly related to the PS-G unit, refer to that device’s manual.
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5 Troubleshooting 1.1 No display (Windows CE does not start) Step Check Item or Operation Check result Action required Turn the PS-G unit’s power supply OFF. Is the power cord connected Connect the power cord correctly. correctly? Refer to “Chapter 2 2 Power Connections” Is the power supply voltage within Refer to “Appendix 1 Specifications”...
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PS-400G Series User Manual 1.3 Connected devices cannot be used Step Check Item or Operation Check result Action required Turn the PS-G unit’s power supply OFF. Is the power cord connected Connect the power cord correctly. correctly? Refer to “Chapter 2 2 Connecting the Power Cord”...
PS-400G Series User Manual 1 Specifications 1.1 Electrical Input Voltage DC24V Rated Voltage DC19.2V to DC28.8V Allowable Voltage Drop 10 ms or less Power Consumption 28W or less In-rush Current 30A or less Voltage Endurance Voltage Endurance AC1000V, 20mA for up to 1 minute (between charging and FG terminals) Insulation Resistance Insulation Resistance...
Appendices 1.3 Structural 100 . or less, or your country’s applicable standard Grounding Ratings*1 (Front face of installed unit) Equivalent to IP65f (JEM 1030) Design Type: Modular Installation method: panel mounting Cooling Method Natural air circulation Weight Approx. 1.7kg (3.7Ib) Dimensions (W ⋅...
PS-400G Series User Manual 2 RAS Function 2.1 Overview RAS, which stands for Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability, is a device-level monitoring function that provides a variety of features to improve the reliability of your PS-G system. Though the standard set of RAS features used will vary depending on the devices used, the following features are used to provide Alarm Monitoring and External Input Signal support.
Appendices 2.2 RAS Function - Details Alarm Monitoring This feature alternately writes Time Up Count values from the CPU to the RAS feature’s special programmable timer and then periodically clears them, which provides a means of monitoring the CPU’s performance. If the clearing of this count value is stopped, the timer will overflow and an alarm will be detected.
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PS-400G Series User Manual External Input Signals The RAS interface connector accepts the following input signals. Standard Purpose Signal Input (DIN) This standard digital input is used for alarm detection in external devices. The input signal uses two bits. The Control Panel’s RAS Control or an API-DLL can be used to enable or disable this feature, as well as designate what type of processing is to be performed once a signal is received.
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Appendices External Output Signals The RAS interface connector on the PS-G unit is prepared for the following output signals. General Purpose Signal Output (DOUT) This is a digital output signal for reporting system conditions to external devices. It can be controlled via either the Control Panel’s RAS Control, or by an API-DLL.
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PS-400G Series User Manual Processing Functions The PS-G unit provides system condition information via the following items. LED indicator In addition to indicating if the unit’s power is ON or OFF, the 3-state LED indicator (power lamp) provides the following system condition information. Color System Condition Output Requirement...
Appendices 2.3 RAS Function Diagram API-DLL User Applications OS Reboot Pop-up Messages Clear Buzzer Output Time-up Enable/Disable Output Watchdog Timer Settings Settings General Purpose Time setting for Control Signal Output Panel Time-out Alarm Output General Purpose Signal Input *1 2-bit RAS Connector Remote Reset Input Hardware Reset...
PS-400G Series User Manual 3 Accessories PS Unit Accessories Product Name Model No. Description PS Series Screen Protection Five (5) disposable protection sheets for PS400-DF00 Sheet protecting the display from dirt. Used to create applications for use on PS PS Series Type G Application PSG-DK01 series Type G units.
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