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- Page 1 MicroTouch ToughTouch II ™ Integration 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, Inc. warranty, then 3M Touch Systems, Inc. sole obligation and User’s and Purchaser’s exclusive remedy, will be, at 3M Touch Systems, Inc. option, to repair or replace that Product quantity or software media or to refund its purchase price.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Designing Software Applications................24 Reset Switch ......................25 Clamping Force ......................26 Chapter 3 Installing a 3M Touch Systems Touch Screen Installation Considerations ..................27 Mounting the Touch Screen to the LCD Panel ............28 Inspect the Mounted Touch Screen ................30 Removing the Touch Screen (if necessary)..............30 Adding a Sealing Gasket to the Bezel ..............31... - Page 4 Disassembling the Chassis ..................34 Mounting the Touch Screen Controller Internally ...........35 Completing Controller Mounting................36 Powering the Touch Screen Controller ..............37 Locating Power for the Touch Screen Controller.............39 Using Your 3M Touch Systems Touch Screen ............39 Regulatory Requirements ..................40 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information...
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Page 5: About This Manual
About This Manual Congratulations on the purchase of your MicroTouch™ ToughTouch II product and welcome to the world of 3M Touch Systems — a world where using a computer is as simple as touching the screen. MicroTouch™ ToughTouch II – along with its best-in-class MicroTouch™ EX II touch electronics –... -
Page 6: Important Safety Information
3M Touch Systems, Inc. is committed to being a premier supplier in touch systems throughout the world. As a 3M Touch Systems, Inc. customer, you are aware that we have strong internal programs that meet or exceed environmental regulations of our customers and the regions in which we conduct business. - Page 7 Exercise caution when working with an ungrounded faceplate CRT. Because of the hazards involved, 3M Touch Systems recommends against using this specific type of CRT monitor in all touch applications. Follow all instructions and recommendations in the manufacturer's documentation.
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Page 8: Important Notes For Video Displays
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 Cleaner CL680 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 9: 3M Touch Systems Support Services
Technical Support is available Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. US Eastern Standard Time – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout Europe. You can contact 3M Touch Systems Technical Support (US only -- Eastern Standard Time) by calling the hot line, sending email or a fax. -
Page 11: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Note: If any points within this guide are unclear to you, or further clarification is necessary, please contact your 3M Touch Systems applications engineer. Installation Information 3M Touch Systems recommends that only qualified display technicians install the touch screen. If you decide to install the touch screen, take the following precautions: •... - Page 12 Exercise caution when working with an ungrounded faceplate CRT. Because of the hazards involved, 3M Touch Systems recommends against using this specific type of CRT monitor in all touch applications. Follow all instructions and recommendations in the manufacturer's documentation.
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Page 13: Supplies And Tools Needed For The Installation
3M Touch Systems recommends an area of at least 15 square feet (1.39 square meters). You need this space to handle components safely and to set major components aside during the installation. -
Page 14: Identifying The Components
• A serial (7310101) or USB cable (7312256) • Software and documentation found on the 3M Touch Systems website at http://www.3Mtouch.com/. Save the invoice, shipping container, and all packing material in case you need to transport the equipment any time in the future. -
Page 15: Summary Of The Installation Procedure
Mount the touch screen to the front of the LCD panel (recommended) • Install the touch screen controller (internally) • Reassemble the display (if necessary) • Connect the display and touch screen to your computer system. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 17: Chapter 2 Touch Screen Design Considerations
Follow the manufacturer’s directions for suitable chemicals for your display. • Be sure not to tighten any one corner of the bezel/mounting frame more than the other corners. Pressure should be evenly distributed across the touch screen. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 18: Design Considerations
EX II controllers default to a frequency (95.7 kHz) selected for best rejection of common LCD frequencies. Refer to the MT7 Software User Guide for additional information on how to change frequency. All technical documentation is available from the 3M Touch Systems website at http://www.3Mtouch.com/. LCDs The primary problem with some new types of LCD displays in a capacitive touch screen environment is that they generate much more electrical noise than their predecessors. -
Page 19: Mechanical Considerations
3M strongly recommends that customers use a properly grounded CRT faceplate on all touch screen monitor integrations to prevent damage to the touch screen and/or controller. -
Page 20: Sealing
If this cannot be avoided, secure the cable so it does not move. Note: 3M Touch Systems does not recommend having metal touch screen mounting brackets in direct contact with the glass. If metal touch screen mounting brackets must be used, be sure they are always appropriately grounded. - Page 21 We recommend using nonacidic, pH neutral 3M brand tapes to seal your bezel and touch screen. 3M foam tapes provide superior resistance to moisture and chemicals over other traditional cellular foam tapes.
- Page 22 Remember to choose a gasket material with recommended thickness of 3 mm or greater before compression and attach it to the inside of the bezel opening. 3M recommends attaching the ToughTouch II touch screen directly to LCD. Avoid mounting the LCD and touch screen independently to a common bezel. Stresses applied to the bezel may influence the gap between the touch screen and the LCD.
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Page 23: Touch System Location
LCD. It is the responsibility of the designer to ensure that the assembled unit meets their requirements for impact resistance. 3M VHB acrylic foam tapes (Product Numbers 4956, 4956F, or 4979F) are well suited for this purpose. These tapes were chosen for their thermal properties. The typical Thermal Coefficient of Expansion for these tapes is 1.8 X 10E4 mm/mm/°C. -
Page 24: Designing Software Applications
1 inch, the active touch area behind it could be 2 inches X 2 inches. • Keep buttons away from the edges and corners of the screen. If this is impossible, make sure the active touch areas extend to the outer edges of the viewing area. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 25: Reset Switch
1. If opening the door requires the operator to enter some form of service program, it may be possible to use this program to issue a controller reset command through the driver. Further details are available from your local 3M Touch Systems field applications engineers. -
Page 26: Clamping Force
If the touch screen is attached directly to the LCD, the impact energy will be transferred into the LCD panel itself. It is important to check that this shock/vibration is within the specifications of the LCD panel. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 27: Chapter 3 Installing A 3M Touch Systems Touch Screen
Installing a 3M Touch Systems Touch Screen This chapter describes how to install a 3M Touch Systems ToughTouch II touch screen in a flat display. You can install a 3M Touch Systems touch screen on many different flat displays. •... -
Page 28: Mounting The Touch Screen To The Lcd Panel
LCD panel in order to provide a surface to adhere the 3M mounting tape that will be easy to remove if the need arises. Strips of high-density foam mounting tape (3M Product Numbers 4956, 4956F, or 4979F) with adhesive on both sides should be used to attach the touch screen to the LCD metal frame. - Page 29 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 Cleaner CL680 has been tested and approved for this use. Be sure to follow solvent manufacturer's precautions and directions for use when using any solvents.
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Page 30: Inspect The Mounted Touch Screen
MicroTouch™ ToughTouch II Integration Guide 2. Apply strips of the double-sided acrylic foam tape (3M VHB 4956) around the perimeter of the LCD panel. Refer to the Mechanical Considerations section in Chapter 2 for additional details. 3. Remove the paper backing from the double-sided tape on the LCD panel. -
Page 31: Adding A Sealing Gasket To The Bezel
Chapter 3 Installing a 3M Touch Systems Touch Screen 1. Use a razor knife or a single-edge razor blade to carefully cut through the mounting tape. • Start at the top of the screen and work down the sides. •... -
Page 33: Chapter 4 Installing The Touch Screen Controller
Connecting the controller to the computer Types of Touch Screen Controllers There are different 3M Touch Systems controllers that can be used to operate your touch screen. The most common types are the EX II 1700SC and EX II 7700SC series serial capacitive controllers, and the EX II 5700UC and EX II 7700UC series USB controllers. -
Page 34: Disassembling The Chassis
Most LCD display manufacturers connect the major components with detachable cables that have keyed connectors and labels. In addition, cables are of such lengths that they usually connect to only one place. However, not all displays 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 35: Mounting The Touch Screen Controller Internally
Additional space will also be needed between the controller board and the metal shield to prevent shorting of the board. Figure 1. EX II 1700 and 5700 Dimensions 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 36: Completing Controller Mounting
2. Insert a spacer between the controller board and the metal shield as shown in the following diagram. These spacers will prevent the board from shorting out. Note: Ensure that the two controller mounting holes are connected to the chassis ground of the LCD display. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... -
Page 37: Powering The Touch Screen Controller
After deciding where to mount the touch screen controller, it is necessary to determine how the touch screen controller will be powered. As mentioned in the previous section, each type of controller requires a different power source. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information... - Page 38 Green/yellow: Chassis ground Grey and Orange: Insulated with no electrical connection EX II 7700UC series Bus Power option Power input contacts: Use connection to PC Connections: None required Controller must be properly grounded through the mounting holes. 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information...
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Page 39: Locating Power For The Touch Screen Controller
Both MT 7 and TouchWare software include the touch screen driver and control panel that enables your touch screen to work with your computer. When you install this software, the correct driver for your system will automatically load. 3M Touch Systems currently supports touch screen drivers for the following PC operating systems: •... -
Page 40: Regulatory Requirements
EMI Immunity – IEC 61000-4-3 • Burst Immunity – IEC 61000-4-4 • FCC Class B / CISPR22 Class B • VCCI Class B ITE Emissions (Japan) • AS/NZS 3548:1995/CISPR 22 Class B ITE Emissions (Aus.) • UL/cUL (EN 60950) 3M Touch Systems Proprietary Information...
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