3M M150 User Manual
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- Page 1 M150 Flat Panel Display Touch Monitor User Guide 3M Touch Systems Read and understand all safety information contained in this document before using this product. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information...
- Page 2 Notice: Given the variety of factors that can affect the use and performance of a 3M Touch Systems product, including that solid state equipment has operation characteristics different from electromechanical equipment,...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Important Safety Information... 5 Intended Use ... 5 Explanation of Symbols... 6 Service and Repair Indicators ... 7 3M Touch Systems Support Services ... 7 3M Touch Systems Worldwide Offices... 9 Chapter 1 Introduction to Flat-Panel Displays Capacitive and Resistive Options ... 12 Native Video Resolution on a Flat-Panel Display ... - Page 4 Calibrating the Touch Screen... 25 Chapter 3 Video Display Options Adjusting the M150 Video Display ... 27 Auto Config ... 28 Brightness ... 29 Contrast... 29 Color ... 29 Position ... 30 Image... 30 Miscellaneous Menu... 31 Lock Out Feature ... 31...
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Page 5: Overview
Overview Welcome to the world of 3M Touch Systems — a world where using a computer is as simple as touching the screen. This guide describes how to set up your M150 Flat-Panel Display (FPD) touch monitor. This document assumes you have basic computer skills. You should know how to use the mouse and keyboard, choose commands from menus, open and run application programs, and save files. -
Page 6: Explanation Of Symbols
To avoid possible environmental contamination which may result in minor or moderate injury: Dispose of the flat panel display according to applicable governmental regulations. Explanation of Symbols Attention: Read accompanying documentation 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M150 FPD Monitor Installation Guide... -
Page 7: Service And Repair Indicators
3M Touch Systems Support Services 3M Touch Systems provides extensive support services through our website and technical support organization. Visit the 3M Touch Systems website at www.3Mtouch.com, where you can download touch screen software and drivers, obtain regularly updated technical documentation on 3M Touch Systems products, and learn more about our company. - Page 8 Eastern Standard Time – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout Europe. Limited service Saturdays and Sundays. You can contact 3M Touch Systems Technical Support (US only -- Eastern Standard Time) by calling the hot line or sending a fax. Technical Support Hot Line: 978-659-9200...
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Page 9: Touch Systems Worldwide Offices
Chapter 1 Overview 3M Touch Systems Worldwide Offices All offices can be reached through the website: www.3Mtouch.com. United States 3M Touch Systems, Inc. 300 Griffin Brook Park Drive Methuen, MA 01844 United States Phone: 978-659-9200 Fax: 978-659-9400 Web site: www.3Mtouch.com Australia MicroTouch Australia, Pty Ltd. -
Page 11: Introduction To Flat-Panel Displays
The M150 monitor also features a space saving design, high resolution, low radiation, and low power consumption. These qualities make the M150 FPD touch monitor ideal for applications that require superior color, resolution, and clarity. -
Page 12: Capacitive And Resistive Options
The M150 monitor supports a full-screen resolution of 1024 x 768. Note: The M150 FPD has a power LED as well as four buttons for using the on-screen menu and adjusting the video display. Refer to Chapter 3 for more information on these controls. -
Page 13: Options For Using Other Video Resolutions
Chapter 1 Introduction to Flat-Panel Displays Options for Using Other Video Resolutions The M150 monitor supports all standard resolutions up to their respective native resolution for monitor setup. Many video cards initially display a screen image at the SVGA or VGA resolution. By supporting these resolutions, the monitor can display the desktop controls that let you change to the optimal resolution of 1024 x 768. -
Page 15: Setting Up Your M150 Fpd Monitor
CHAPTER 2 Setting Up Your M150 FPD Monitor This chapter describes how to set up and integrate your 3M Touch Systems M150 FPD monitor into a touch application. You need to complete the following tasks: Unpack the components Connect the video, touch screen, and power cables... -
Page 16: Unpacking Your Touch Monitor
Easy access helps ensure a smooth setup of the touch monitor. Note: Before setting up your M150 FPD, refer to the Important Safety Information section at the beginning of this document. -
Page 17: Arm Mounting Option
Follow the manufacturer's instructions included with the mounting device to properly attach your monitor. In order to arm-mount the M150 FPD, you will need to remove the monitor face from the back stand and back yoke. -
Page 18: Countertop Base Mounting Option
Access to the Video Controls The controls for adjusting the video display are located on the front of the M150 FPD monitor. These buttons let you display the on-screen menu and adjust the phase, image position, contrast, and brightness. Make sure you have unobstructed access to the video controls once the M150 monitor is installed. -
Page 19: Adjusting The Viewing Angle
Turn the positive locking mechanism adjustment knob 1/4 turn (horizontal to vertical) to loosen. Adjust the M150 FPD by pushing on the top of the monitor until the screen is at the best viewing angle for you. Then turn the adjustment knob a 1/4 turn back to lock in place. -
Page 20: Installing The Video Card And Video Driver
XGA (1024 x 768) Configuring the Display Settings After you connect your M150 FPD and turn on your computer, you may need to configure one or more of these display settings. The ideal settings for this monitor are as follows:... -
Page 21: Using The Standard Controls For The Video Card
-- two separate sets of jacks are included. Figure 5 Multimedia Cables Note: When installing the multimedia M150 on an arm-mount, you will lose the base speakers and must supply your own. Connecting the Touch Monitor To connect the M150 FPD monitor: Turn off your computer. - Page 22 (COM) port on the back of your computer. Plug the AC/DC power supply into the M150 FPD. Be sure to use the power supply included with the monitor or an equivalent class 2 rated (LPS) power supply.
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Page 23: Cable Management System
Slide the cover back towards you to remove. Testing the M150 FPD Note: The M150 FPD has a power status light located on the front of the bezel. After connection, turn on the power switch located at the bottom of the front bezel. -
Page 24: Installing Touchware Software
Windows Me These drivers and relevant technical documentation, can be found on the latest 3M Touch Systems CD (19-640) and are also available for download from our website at www.3Mtouch.com. After the software is installed, restart your computer to load and activate the touch screen driver. To complete the setup of your touch monitor, make sure you calibrate the touch screen. -
Page 25: Calibrating The Touch Screen
Chapter 2 Setting Up Your M150 FPD Monitor Calibrating the Touch Screen After you connect your touch monitor and install TouchWare, you must calibrate the touch screen. Calibration serves two purposes: Sets the active area of the touch screen Aligns the touch screen’s active area to the underlying video To calibrate the touch screen, open the touch screen control panel and select Calibrate. -
Page 27: Video Display Options
Display a test image or pattern whenever you adjust the video. Adjusting the M150 Video Display Your M150 FPD monitor has four controls to adjust the video display. MENU – Shows or hides the menu. SELECT -- Highlights the current menu option or saves the current setting. -
Page 28: Auto Config
Pressing MENU will pull up the On Screen Display (OSD) menu, as shown below. Figure 9 M150 Main Menu Options Auto Bright Config Auto Config To perform an Auto Config, press the ◄/left arrow key once then press SELECT. The Main Menu item Auto Config is used to adjust the configuration of the phase clock vertical and horizontal position automatically. -
Page 29: Brightness
By adjusting a single color, you can make the picture look warmer (biased towards red) or cooler (biased towards blue). Adjusting all three levels will make colors appear more or less striking. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 30: Position
These bars of noise are usually adjusted out when an Auto Configuration is performed. If the bars of noise are still present, this setting can be adjusted manually. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M150 FPD Monitor Installation Guide... -
Page 31: Miscellaneous Menu
Press SELECT and then press the ◄/left arrow key. Hold both keys for 10 seconds. DO NOT RELEASE. Then press the ►/right arrow key and hold all three keys together for an additional 10 seconds. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 33: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Typically, isopropyl alcohol and water solution ratio of 50:50 is the best cleaning agent for your touch screen. You can also use straight isopropyl alcohol. In addition, 3M Touch Screen Cleaner 375 has been tested and approved for this use. Be sure to follow solvent manufacturer's precautions and directions for use when using any solvents. -
Page 34: Monitor Installation Problems
Check that the video input from the video card falls within the refresh rate of the display. Refer to Table 1 for details. Check that the video cable is connected properly and securely to the monitor and the computer. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M150 FPD Monitor Installation Guide... -
Page 35: Troubleshooting The Touch Screen
Cursor is not located directly underneath your finger Cursor is extremely jittery or erratic Cursor lags finger 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information Possible Solutions Review the installation procedures. Are all cables connected properly? After you installed TouchWare, did you restart your... -
Page 36: Power Management
Power Management The M150 monitor conforms to the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) standard. To benefit from power management, the monitor must be used in conjunction with a computer and video card that implements the VESA DPMS standard. - Page 37 Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. 3M Touch Systems is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment.
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