Overview - Siemens SCD 1297-K (33) Operating Instruction

Operating instruction
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Overview

The SCD 1297-K is a control panel for PC-compatible computer systems and can be used as
a man machine interface (MMI) platform for a wide variety of visualization systems. Special
interfaces make it possible to have the SCD 1297-K in a different location as the computer
system. Ninety-four keys and a "finger mouse" are provided for software control and
operation. The 94 keys can be individually configured.
The SCD 1297-K was developed and constructed especially for industrial applications. Its
compact 19" rack format enables it to be used in applications where a complete computer
system would be unsuitable, due to space or environmental restrictions or where the
computer and operating interface must be in different rooms.
As is the case for all industrial systems, the SCD 1297-K has been designed to withstand the
particular demands placed on such equipment, e.g., it is resistant to electromagnetic
radiation and can withstand a large temperature range. The TFT-LCD display in this control
panel minimizes picture geometry distortion and color patches. The screen remains flicker-
free even at the low refresh rate of 50 Hz. Images of higher or lower resolution than that of
the screen will be contracted or expanded to fit on the display.
The SCD 1297-K can display up to 256k (16.7 million using interpolation) colors
simultaneously allowing true color images and videos to be displayed without limitations. The
SCD 1297-K contains special hardware to convert the incoming analog VGA or digital DVI
signal into a form recognizable to the display controller thus guaranteeing compatibility with
standard CRT monitors.
A clear and easy-to-use OSD (On Screen Display) is used to adjust the alignment of the
display. The "Automatic Alignment" feature removes the necessity for tedious adjustments of
picture position and phase, etc. At the press of a button, the monitor performs the alignment
automatically.
The SCD 1297-K is equipped with an active 12.1" color TFT display module with a resolution
of 800 x 600 pixels. The VESA DPMS power management system allows significant
reduction in power consumption when the synchronization signal from the computer has
been switched off, compared with that under "normal" operation.
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