3M MicroTouch M170 User Manual

3M MicroTouch M170 User Manual

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M170 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

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  • Page 1 M170 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 3M Touch Systems’ warranty, then 3M Touch Systems’ sole obligation and User’s and Purchaser’s exclusive remedy, will be, at 3M Touch Systems’ option, to repair or replace that Product quantity or software media or to refund its purchase price. 3M Touch Systems has no obligation under 3M Touch Systems’...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Intended Use ... 5 Explanation of Symbols... 6 Service and Repair Indicators... 7 3M Touch Systems Support Services... 7 3M Touch Systems Worldwide Offices ... 8 Chapter 1 Introduction to Flat Panel Displays Capacitive and Resistive Options... 10 Native Video Resolution on a Flat Panel Display ...10 Options for Using Other Video Resolutions...10...
  • Page 4 Touch Screen Care and Cleaning ...29 Monitor Installation Problems...30 Troubleshooting the Touch Screen...31 Power Management...31 M170 Regulatory Agency Approvals...31 FCC Warning... 32 CE Conformity for Europe ... 32 M170 Base Plate Mounting Template...33 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide...
  • 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 M170 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

    • Install the display in a well-ventilated area. Always maintain adequate ventilation to protect the display from overheating and to ensure reliable and continued operation. BASE/BS Electric Appliance Control Act 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide...
  • Page 7: Service And Repair Indicators

    • The power cable or plug is damaged or frayed. 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 http://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: 3M Touch Systems Worldwide Offices

    Standard Time – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout Europe. Limited call back service Saturdays and Sundays. You can contact 3M Touch Systems Technical Support (US only -- Eastern Standard Time) by calling the hot line, sending an email, or sending a fax.
  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Introduction To Flat Panel Displays

    CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Flat Panel Displays The 3M Touch Systems product line of Flat Panel Display (FPD) touch monitors offers the M170 monitor for desktop and countertop applications with built-in multimedia options. Figure 1. The M170 Monitor The new M170 monitor features an innovative design adjustable to approximately 90° off...
  • Page 10: Capacitive And Resistive Options

    Capacitive and Resistive Options The monitor is available with 3M Touch System’s ClearTek® capacitive touch screen. Capacitive is the touch screen of choice for public access applications requiring high levels of durability and reliable performance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Page 11: Chapter 2 Setting Up Your M170 Fpd Monitor

    CHAPTER 2 Setting Up Your M170 FPD Monitor This chapter describes how to set up and integrate your 3M Touch Systems M170 FPD monitor into a touch application. You need to complete the following tasks: • Unpack the components • Connect the video, touch screen, and power cables to your computer •...
  • Page 12: Unpacking Your Touch Monitor

    (or DVI to DVI cable if applicable) AC/DC power supply (12V DC output) 3M CD with touch screen software, documentation, and utilities Alternative Mounting Options The unit has a 100 mm VESA mounting pattern on the back to allow for different mounting capabilities.
  • Page 13 Figure 3. Releasing the Cable Connector Cover Press in tabs 4. Push in on the cable connector tabs as shown above to release from LCD back. Gently pull down to release tabs. 65-2220 65-2219 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information Base Cover Cable Connector Cover...
  • Page 14 Tilt the cover down as you slide the cover out from behind the support rods. Figure 5. Uncovered Cable Connections 65-2218 65-2217 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide Keep tabs against...
  • Page 15: M170 Wall-Mount Locking Mechanism

    LCD. Lift the support rods out of the base and set aside. Step 3 -- Then remove the four screws holding the hinge in place and gently remove the base. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information...
  • Page 16: Countertop Base Mounting Option

    Always maintain adequate ventilation to protect the display from overheating and to ensure reliable and continued operation. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide...
  • Page 17: Installing The Video Card And Video Driver

    Your video card should support one of the display modes specified in Table 1. If you select an unsupported video mode, the monitor may stop working or display unsatisfactory picture quality. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information Push down latch to engage lock and stabilize display position.
  • Page 18: Configuring The Display Settings

    800 x 600 at 75Hz 1024 x 768 at 60Hz 1024 x 768 at 70Hz 1024 x 768 at 75Hz 1152 x 864 at 75Hz 1280 x 1024 at 60Hz 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide...
  • Page 19: Multimedia Features

    Simply slide the bracket into the appropriate holes and pull down slightly to lock in place. Refer to the illustration below for wiring suggestions. Note that 3M Touch Systems does not supply the card readers.
  • Page 20: Connecting The Touch Monitor

    IDT 3321-33PP IDT 3331-02 IDT 3331-12 IDT 3331-23 IDT 3331-33 IDT3301-02 IDT3301-12 IDT3301-23 IDT3301-33 Power Line In Video Connection 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide MagTek® all "mini" sized readers 2180201 2180202 2180203 2180204 2180205 2180206 21040103...
  • Page 21 To avoid the risk of electric shock which could result in serious injury or death: • Do not use a damaged power supply. • Do not use a power cord that is frayed or otherwise damaged. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information 65-2223...
  • Page 22: Testing The M170 Fpd

    • Windows 9x (serial and USB (Windows 98 only)) • Windows Me (serial and USB) These drivers and relevant technical documentation, can be found on the latest 3M Touch Solutions CD (19-640) and are also available for download from our website at www.3Mtouch.com.
  • Page 23: Calibrating The Touch Screen

    To calibrate the touch screen, open the touch screen control panel and select Calibrate. Follow the directions displayed on the screen. For more information on calibration, refer to the online help or the user documentation. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information...
  • Page 25: Chapter 3 Video Display Options

    • ►/Right -- Enables you to scroll forward through items on the menu -- increase the value of selected option or move to the next menu item. BRIGHTNESS AUTO ADJUST ◄/LEFT /RIGHT 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information HOT KEYS POWER...
  • Page 26: Icon Description

    If you do an Auto Tracking, the monitor will try to find the best Clock/Phase setting. If you are not satisfied with the auto adjustment, fine-tune the clock manually as described above. Horizontal Vertical Clock Phase Color Sharpness Recall 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide Auto Config Input Information...
  • Page 27 (biased towards blue). Adjusting all three levels will make colors appear more or less striking. Adjust the OSD image horizontally or vertically by pressing the Select button. H- position moves the OSD position left or right. V-position moves the OSD position up or down. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information...
  • Page 28: Lock Out Feature

    1. Press MENU and SELECT. Hold both keys for 10 seconds. DO NOT RELEASE. 2. Then press the POWER key to turn the monitor off. 3. Release MENU and SELECT. 4. Press the POWER key to turn the monitor back on. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide...
  • Page 29: Chapter 4 Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Typically, an 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 Screen and Keyboard Cleaner CL680 has been tested and approved for this use.
  • Page 30: Monitor Installation Problems

    • Check that no pins are bent in the video cable connector. • Disturbances on The video display adjustments are incorrect. Refer to Chapter 3 for adjusting the screen procedures. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information M170 FPD Monitor Installation Guide...
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting The Touch Screen

    • Stabilize the cursor by adjusting the operating frequency of the touch screen controller using the touch screen control panel. • Lower the baud rate of the touch screen controller and the touch screen driver. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information...
  • Page 32: Fcc Warning

    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.
  • Page 33: M170 Base Plate Mounting Template

    Adjust height of screw heads to securely lock monitor in place. This height is about 0.178" (4.5 mm). 3.74" (95 mm) 0.21" (5.5 mm) Front Edge of Base M170 Base Plate Mounting Template ( Drawn actual size) 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information 5.71" (145 mm) Locking Mechanism Receptacle 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information Rear Edge of Base Not Shown 0.39"...

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