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For use with the following: • AEx-100 Series Monitors • AEx-800 Series Panel PC • AEx-900 Series Panel PC • AEx-2400 Series Box PC Maple Systems, Inc. | 808 134 St. SW, Suite 120, Everett, WA 98204 | 425.745.3229...
COPYRIGHT NOTICE This manual is a publication of Maple Systems, Inc., and is provided for use by its customers only. The contents of the manual are copyrighted by Maple Systems, Inc.; reproduction in whole or in part, for use other than in support of Maple Systems equipment, is prohibited without the specific written permission of Maple Systems.
Operations Manual: AEx Series SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please observe the following precautions when installing the AEX- Series units. Failure to comply with these restrictions could result in loss of life, serious personal injury, or equipment damage. Warning: Disconnect this equipment from any power before cleaning. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
The AEx-100 Series Industrial Projected Capacitive Touch Monitor is available in 15.0” and 19.0” screen sizes. The AEx-100 Series monitors are constructed of 316 Stainless Steel and are ideal for use in hazardous locations thanks to their CSA Class I, Division 2, Class II Division 2, Class III, and ATEX/IECEx Zone 2, Zone 22 certifications.
Operations Manual: AEx Series SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONAL OUTLINES AT A GLANCE: • CSA C1D2, C2D2, C3, ATEX / IECEx Zone 2, Zone 22 Certified for Use in Harsh Environments • High Brightness Sunlight Readable (1000 Nits) Optically Bonded TFT LCD •...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series DIMENSIONS: AEx-115PH A VESA 100 x 100 mm Screw Holes B M12 USB 2.0 Touch Connector C M12 VGA Connector D M12 External On-Screen Display Controller E M12 VDC Power Connector Operations Manual: AEx Series...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series DIMENSIONS: AEx-119PH A VESA 100 x 100 mm Screw Holes B M12 USB 2.0 Touch Connector C M12 VGA Connector D M12 External On-Screen Display Controller E M12 VDC Power Connector Operations Manual: AEx Series...
(unless specified otherwise). POWER INPUT (9-36 VDC): Your AEx-100 Series Monitor comes with both a 1M (~3’) cable (7431-0134) as well as a 5M (~15’) DC power input cable (7431-0129). 3’ DC power cable drawing shown above. VGA: VGA cable allows for connection to your PC, enabling the AEx-100 Series monitor to display the signals from your PC VGA output device.
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Operations Manual: AEx Series USB (TOUCH CONTROL OPERATION): . To enable the AEx-100 Series’ touch functionality, this USB cable must be plugged into a USB 2.0 (or better) port of your PC. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) CONTROLLER: The On-Screen Display Controller is used to adjust the operational parameters of the OSD menu.
Operations Manual: AEx Series ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) OPERATION Your AEx-100 Series Monitor has Power and On-Screen Display (OSD) buttons located on the On- Screen Display Controller. If the monitor is powered on, but does not have an active connection to a computer, the power indicator will illuminate RED.
Operations Manual: AEx Series OSD MENU PARAMETERS AND OPTIONS MAIN MENU This is the initial OSD menu that shows up when the button is pressed. PICTURE MENU In the Picture menu, the following parameters can be adjusted: • Backlight • Brightness •...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series COLOR MENU In the Color menu, the following parameters can be adjusted: • Gamma • Color Temperature • Color Effect • (Exit to Main Menu) ADVANCE MENU In the Advance menu, the following parameter can be adjusted: •...
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• Auto Select • • DP (DisplayPort) • • (Exit to Main Menu) Note: AEx-100 Series Monitors use VGA Input only. AUDIO MENU In the Audio menu, the following parameters are shown: • Volume • Mute • (Exit to Main Menu)
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Operations Manual: AEx Series OTHER MENU In the Other menu, the following parameters can be adjusted: • Reset • Menu Time • OSD H Position • OSD V Position • Language • Transparency • Rotate • (Exit to Main Menu) INFORMATION MENU The Information menu provides information of the current PC connection.
PC CONNECTION You will need to connect your AEx-100 Series unit to a PC. Use the included VGA and USB Cables to connect your monitor and PC. When connected to a computer running a Windows ®...
Operations Manual: AEx Series AEX-800 SERIES PANEL PC OVERVIEW The AEx-800 Series Industrial Projected Capacitive Panel PC is available in 15.0” and 19.0” screen sizes. The AEx-800 Series Panel PCs are constructed of 316 Stainless Steel and are ideal for use in hazardous locations thanks to their CSA Class I, Division 2, Class II Division 2, Class III, and ATEX/IECEx Zone 2, Zone 22 certifications.
Operations Manual: AEx Series SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONAL OUTLINES AT A GLANCE: • CSA C1D2, C2D2, C3, ATEX / IECEx Zone 2, Zone 22 Certified for Use in Harsh Environments • High Brightness Sunlight Readable (1000 Nits) Optically Bonded TFT LCD •...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series DIMENSIONS: AEx-815PH VESA 100 x 100 mm Screw Holes M12 VDC Power Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 USB 2.0 Connector M12 COM1 Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 VGA Connector Operations Manual: AEx Series...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series DIMENSIONS: AEx-819PH VESA 100 x 100 mm Screw Holes M12 VDC Power Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 USB 2.0 Connector M12 COM1 Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 VGA Connector Operations Manual: AEx Series...
Operations Manual: AEx Series I/O PORTS AND CABLES The below section provides information on the I/O connectors and cables for your AEx-800 Series Panel PC. All connections at the PC are M12 style; M12 connections are durable, rugged, and carry an IP67 rating against dust and water intrusion.
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Operations Manual: AEx Series USB: USB 2.0 Y-Style cable allows for two independent USB 2.0 devices to be plugged into your AEx-800 Series unit. Examples include keyboard, mouse, or USB Storage device. RJ45 LAN (2 qty): M-12 to RJ45 connection cables provide standard RJ45 Ethernet connectivity for the AEx-800 Series Panel PC.
AEx-800 Series as illustrated in the figure below. Use VESA mounting hardware suitable for your intended application; Maple Systems is not responsible for damage to unit, mounting surface, or to other components caused by improper mounting.
Warning: Changing settings or configurations within the BIOS of your Panel PC can adversely impact the operation of your unit if incorrectly performed. Maple Systems provides the below instructions solely for the operations specified, and is not responsible for improper unit operation caused by changing settings or entries other than those explicitly listed below.
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Operations Manual: AEx Series SETTING COM FUNCTION The AEX-800 Series Serial Port is configured by default as RS232, but can be configured for RS422 (4-wire) or RS485 (2-wire) operation if so desired. Port configuration is managed through the BIOS; see the below table for instructions on changing COM port mode.
DRIVER INSTALLATION Your AEx-800 Series Panel PC comes with all necessary drivers pre-installed. As such, driver installation is not normally needed. If you think you need to re-install drivers, contact your Maple Systems Sales Engineer for instructions. WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM REINSTALLATION In the unlikely event of a system failure requiring reinstallation of the Windows Operating System, contact your Maple Systems Sales Engineer for instructions.
Operations Manual: AEx Series AEX-900 SERIES PANEL PC OVERVIEW The AEx-900 Series Industrial Projected Capacitive Panel PC is available in 15.0”, 19.0” and 21.5” screen sizes. The AEx-900 Series Panel PCs are constructed of 316 Stainless Steel and are ideal for use in hazardous locations thanks to their CSA Class I, Division 2, Class II Division 2, Class III, and ATEX/IECEx Zone 2, Zone 22 certifications.
Operations Manual: AEx Series SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONAL OUTLINES AT A GLANCE: • CSA C1D2, C2D2, C3, ATEX / IECEx Zone 2, Zone 22 Certified for Use in Harsh Environments • High Brightness Sunlight Readable 1000 Nits Optically Bonded TFT LCD (Available on 15” and 19” units) •...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series DIMENSIONS: AEx-915APH VESA 100 x 100 mm Screw Holes M12 VDC Power Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 USB 2.0 Connector M12 COM1 Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 VGA Connector Operations Manual: AEx Series...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series DIMENSIONS: AEx-919APH VESA 100 x 100 mm Screw Holes M12 VDC Power Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 USB 2.0 Connector M12 COM1 Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 VGA Connector Operations Manual: AEx Series...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series DIMENSIONS: AEx-921AP VESA 100 x 100 mm Screw Holes M12 VDC Power Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 USB 2.0 Connector M12 COM1 Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 VGA Connector Operations Manual: AEx Series...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series I/O PORTS AND CABLES The below section provides information on the I/O connectors and cables for your AEx-900 Series Panel PC. All connections at the PC are M12 style; M12 connections are durable, rugged, and carry an IP67 rating against dust and water intrusion.
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Operations Manual: AEx Series USB: USB 2.0 Y-Style cable allows for two independent USB 2.0 devices to be plugged into your AEx-900 Series unit. Examples include keyboard, mouse, or USB Storage device. RJ45 LAN (2 qty): M-12 to RJ45 connection cables provide standard RJ45 Ethernet connectivity for the AEx-900 Series Panel PC.
AEx-800 Series as illustrated in the figure below. Use VESA mounting hardware suitable for your intended application; Maple Systems is not responsible for damage to unit, mounting surface, or to other components, caused by improper mounting.
Warning: Changing settings or configurations within the BIOS of your Panel PC can adversely impact the operation of your unit if incorrectly performed. Maple Systems provides the below instructions solely for the operations specified, and is not responsible for improper unit operation caused by changing settings or entries other than those explicitly listed below.
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Operations Manual: AEx Series SETTING COM FUNCTION The AEx-900 Series Serial Port is configured by default as RS232, but can be configured for RS422 (4-wire) or RS485 (2-wire) operation if so desired. Port configuration is managed through the BIOS; see the below table for instructions on changing COM port mode.
DRIVER INSTALLATION Your AEx-900 Series Panel PC comes with all necessary drivers pre-installed. As such, driver installation is not normally needed. If you think you need to re-install drivers, contact your Maple Systems Sales Engineer for instructions. WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM REINSTALLATION In the unlikely event of a system failure requiring reinstallation of the Windows Operating System, contact your Maple Systems Sales Engineer for instructions.
Operations Manual: AEx Series AEX-2400 SERIES BOX PC OVERVIEW Box PCs are just that, a PC without a display attached. This configuration allows for placement of the PC in shallow cabinets or other areas where locating a large monitor may be impractical. The Box PC flexibility greatly enhances the options for in-field usage;...
Operations Manual: AEx Series SPECIFICATIONS AND DIMENSIONAL OUTLINES AT A GLANCE: • CSA C1D2, C2D2, C3, ATEX / IECEx Zone 2, Zone 22 Certified for Use in Harsh Environments • Extended Operating Temperature (-20~60°C) • 316 Stainless Steel Chassis with IP66 Rating on All Sides •...
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Operations Manual: AEx Series DIMENSIONS: AEx-2410 VESA 100 x 100 mm Screw Holes M12 VDC Power Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 USB 2.0 Connector M12 COM1 Connector M12 LAN Connector M12 VGA Connector Operations Manual: AEx Series...
Operations Manual: AEx Series I/O PORTS AND CABLES The below section provides information on the I/O connectors and cables for your AEx-2400 Series Box PC. All connections at the PC are M12 style; M12 connections are durable, rugged, and carry an IP67 rating against dust and water intrusion.
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Operations Manual: AEx Series USB: USB 2.0 Y-Style cable allows for two independent USB 2.0 devices to be plugged into your AEx-2400 Series unit. Examples include keyboard, mouse, or USB Storage device. RJ45 LAN (2 qty): M-12 to RJ45 connection cables provide standard RJ45 Ethernet connectivity for the AEx-2400 Series Panel PC.
AEx-2400 Series as illustrated in the figure below. Use mounting hardware suitable for your intended application; Maple Systems is not responsible for damage to unit, mounting surface, or to other components caused by improper mounting.
Warning: Changing settings or configurations within the BIOS of your Panel PC can adversely impact the operation of your unit if incorrectly performed. Maple Systems provides the below instructions solely for the operations specified, and is not responsible for improper unit operation caused by changing settings or entries other than those explicitly listed below.
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Operations Manual: AEx Series SETTING COM FUNCTION The AEx-2400 Series Serial Port is configured by default as RS232, but can be configured for RS422 (4-wire) or RS485 (2-wire) operation if so desired. Port configuration is managed through the BIOS; see the below table for instructions on changing COM1 port mode.
DRIVER INSTALLATION Your AEx-2400 Series Panel PC comes with all necessary drivers pre-installed. As such, driver installation is not normally needed. If you think you need to re-install drivers, contact your Maple Systems Sales Engineer for instructions. WINDOWS OPERATING SYSTEM REINSTALLATION In the unlikely event of a system failure requiring reinstallation of the Windows Operating System, contact your Maple Systems Sales Engineer for instructions.
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