Elo TouchSystems Touchcomputer User Guide 15" LCD Multifunction Touchcomputer 1520 Revision A P/N E439739 Elo TouchSystems 1-800-ELOTOUCH (1-800-356-8682) www.elotouch.com...
Table of Contents Setup Desktop Unpacking Your Touchcomputer Maintenance Product Overview Care and Handling Front View Warning Rear View Waste Electrical and Electronic Equip- Side View ment (WEEE) Directive Base Bottom View Technical Specifications Display Orientation Touchcomputer Specifications Initial Connections Dimensional Diagrams Standard Unit: Front...
C H A P T E R Setup This chapter discusses how to set up and test your Touchcomputer and any included peripheral options. Unpacking Your Touchcomputer Check that the following items are present and in good condition: Touchcomputer Power cable US/Canadian European power cable Quick Install Guide &...
Initial Connections Prior to turning on your Touchcomputer you must take the power adapter and appropri- ate power cable from the accessories box. Plug the small round plug with four pins into the 12Vdc power input on the Touchcomputer. Plug the power cable into the power adapter and the other end into a suitable power outlet (mains).
Initial Power-On The initial setup of the operating system takes approximately 5-10 minutes. Additional time may be needed depending on touchcomputer hardware configuration and con- nected devices. To setup the Windows Operating System (OS) for the touchcomputer, turn on the touchcomputer and follow the instructions on the screen. Language Selection When the following window appears, you have the option of changing the language used in menus and dialogs.
Time-zone selection When the following window appears, you may change the time-zone, date, and/or time of the touchcomputer. After making any changes, click Next to finish. Windows Setup will complete the initialization of the touchcomputer. Test Devices Testing the Touchscreen The touchscreen is pre-calibrated for accurate touch response.
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Calibration* If for any reason the touchscreen needs to be re-calibrated, go to the control panel and double-click the Elo Touchscreen icon. The window shown below will open. Click on the Align button. This launches the align/calibration program. A window similar to the one shown below will open.
C H A P T E R Operation This chapter shows the user how to: control the On-Screen Display (OSD) and Power buttons, use the I/O panel, securely mount the Touchcomputer and adjust the display head. MENU UP / INCREASE DOWN / DECREASE SELECT POWER...
Side Panel Controls All adjustments made to the display via OSD and Power controls are automatically saved. User settings will remain unchanged after powering off/on or in the case of a power failure. Control Function 1 Menu/Exit Opens On Screen Display (OSD) / Exits the OSD menu. 2 Up 1.
The OSD provides the following adjustments: Brightness Adjusts the background luminance of the LCD panel. Contrast Adjusts the contrast or the values of color gain (RED, GREEN or BLUE). Color Temperature • sRGB mode can be selected. • Sets color temperature values of 5500, 6500, 7500,9300 and user defined. OSD Time-out Adjusts the time the OSD remains on the screen after no activity OSD Vertical Position...
OSD Lockout The On Screen Display (OSD) feature can be locked out (disabled) if desired. To enable this feature, when the OSD is not present, simultaneously press the UP and Down buttons until OSD LOCKED appears on the screen (approximately five seconds). To re- enable the OSD function again, simultaneously press the UP and Down buttons until OSD UNLOCKED appears on the screen (approximately five seconds).
Power Control Power Button The power button function can be set by the operating system under: Control Panel->Display Properties->Screen Saver->Power->Advanced->Power Buttons. To override all Operating System settings and shut down the Touchcomputer, press and hold the power button for 4-5 seconds. Note: On select models the delay to override the operating system is extended to 15 seconds.
Using the I/O panel The Touchcomputer provides the following I/O interfaces for connecting a wide vari- ety of compliant devices. Standard Unit: Intel® Desktop Board D945GCLF2 There is one VGA (HD-15) port (normally connected with supplied jumper cable to display VGA input). There are four USB 2.0 type A ports.
Advanced Unit: Intel® Desktop Board DQ45EK USB and Powered USB There are six USB 2.0 type A ports. eSATA One external SATA (eSATA) channel is provided. Ethernet There is one RJ45 Ethernet port providing LAN capabilities. Serial There is one RS232 serial port . Microphone Input There is one 3.5 mm microphone input jack for connecting an external microphone.
Kensington Lock The Kensington lock is a security device that prevents theft. To find out more about this security device, look for Computer Locks on the Kensington website at: http:// www.kensington.com. Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 20...
Securing the Touchcomputer Base Short Base Mounting Dimensions are in millimeters. Mounting To A Wall 1. Remove the four screws (C), two are under the base assembly, in order to separate the stand from the computer. 2. Rotate the monitor 180° (so the monitor will not be upside down when mounted in the position shown).
Display Angle Wall Mounted Desktop For viewing clarity, you can tilt the desktop LCD from 30 to 75 degrees from vertical. CAUTION In order to protect the LCD if no touchscreen is installed, be sure to hold the base when adjusting the LCD, and take care not to touch the LCD screen. Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 22...
C H A P T E R Maintenance Care and Handling The following tips will help keep your Elo Touchcomputer functioning at the optimal level. • To avoid risk of electric shock, do not disassemble the power adapter or Touchcomputer cabinet. The unit is not user serviceable. Remember to unplug the computer from the power outlet before cleaning.
Warning This product consists of devices that may contain mercury, which must be recycled or disposed of in accordance with local, state, or federal laws (within this system, the backlight lamps in the monitor display contain mercury). Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive In the European Union, this label indicates that this product should not be disposed of with household waste.
C H A P T E R Technical Specifications Touchcomputer Specifications Note: Not all operating systems or options are supported in all regions. Please contact your local Elo TouchSystems representative for details. Dimensional Diagrams Front NOTE: Technical specifications are subject to change without notice. Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 25...
General Information Shipping box dimensions 441 mm x 368 mm x 346 mm (17.4 x 14.5 x 13.5 inches) Backlight lamp life Min 40,000 hours to half brightness Agency approvals UL/cUL (*recognized component), FCC, C-Tick, CE (EN60950) Speakers (internal) Two-watt/channel speakers in display head User controls Right side: Power and user display controls: turn on the Touchcomputer and adjust the display brightness,...
Rear I/O VGA: 1 S-Video: 1 (may not be present on some part numbers) Ethernet: 1 (10/100/1000Base-T) USB: 4 USB 2.0 Audio: Mic in, Line in, Line out (Realtek ALC662 supports 5.1 CH HD Audio ) Parallel: 1 Serial: 1 (RS-232) PS/2: 2 (1 x K/B and 1 x Mouse) Additional Internal I/O Ports USB: 2 (USB 2.0) S/PDIF: 1, IDE: 1 (44 Pin), SATA: 2...
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Chipset Intel 82Q45 Express Chipset Graphics and Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) Intel® 82801JDO I/O Controller Hub (ICH10DO) Graphics/Video Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 4500 onboard graphics subsystem with integrated DVI-I and DVI-D graphics output BIOS Intel BIOS Operating system (optional) Microsoft Windows XP Embedded, Microsoft Win- dows Embedded for Point of Service (WEPOS) Rear I/O DVI: 2 (DVI-I, DVI-D)
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Real Time clock Replaceable Lithium battery backed up real time clock Hard Drive 1 x 2.5" SATA hard drive, 160 GB Power supply Type: External Input (line) voltage: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 2.0 Amp. Output voltage/current: 12 V at 10 Amp. min. 120 watts min.
Touchscreen Specifications Available with AccuTouch five-wire resistive (AT), Acoustic Pulse Recognition (APR), and IntelliTouch surface-wave technology. For detailed specifications, please visit our website at www.elotouch.com. Note: Touch options may vary depending on region. Environmental Specifications Temperature Operating Temperature (Independent of altitude) 0°...
C H A P T E R Hard Disk Recovery Note: Back up all data. This procedure will erase all data from the hard drive. You will lose all previous work not backed up. Materials required • USB CD/DVD drive device •...
General overview: 1. User boots off the CD. 2. Select the option to recover operating system. 3. The system restarts into mini setup. 4. Follow the on screen instructions to enter required information by Windows setup. 5. The system restarts and either touchscreen calibration/alignment is performed, or touchscreen drivers are installed and the calibration file is downloaded, and the computer restarts (Final restart).
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Using the Arrow UP or DOWN key(s) on the keyboard to select the CD/ DVD drive you are using. When selected press ENTER. When prompted, press any key to boot from the CD. The following two screens should appear. 2. Select the option to recover operating system. Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 37...
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Note: By clicking, “I agree and understand...” and click- ing OK on this screen, you are acknowledging this recov- ery process will erase all previous data from the hard drive. You will lose all previous work not backed up. Click “I agree...” and then OK. Unplug the USB device which contains the recovery software when directed to do so on the screen (see screen shot #4.) Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 38...
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3. The system restarts into mini setup. 4. Follow the on screen instructions. Click NEXT. Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 39...
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Read and accept the End User License Agreement. XP License Agreement WEPOS License Agreement Follow the instructions on the screen. Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 40...
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For Windows XP you will be required to enter the 25 digit product ID from the license on the back of the computer. You may have to remove the cable cover to see the license. Note: This step not required for WEPOS. Enter information as required.
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5. The system will restart. WEPOS will require you to log on to the administrator account. If you chose a password during Mini Setup you will be required to enter it now. 6. Touchscreen calibration or alignment begins. 6a. For AccuTouch (resistive) and IntelliTouch (Surface Acoustic Wave) touch technology.
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Touch the targets and follow the on-screen instructions. 5b. For APR (Acoustic Pulse Recognition) touch technology. If the “Found New Hardware Window” pops up on the screen (see below) DO NOT interact with this window. It will close itself as the APR drivers load automatically.
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The APR drivers will load automatically. You will see the following two screens appear as the drivers load. Please wait until the computer reboots. 6. Congratulations - your operating system has been restored to the original factory configuration and is ready for use. Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 44...
C H A P T E R Technical Support Technical Assistance There are three methods to obtain contact information for technical assistance on the Touchcomputer: • The Touchcomputer. • The web. • The phone. Using the Touchcomputer You can access the support information by going to the System Properties and clicking on the Support Information button.
Regulatory Information I. Electrical Safety Information: A) Compliance is required with respect to the voltage, frequency, and current require- ments indicated on the manufacturer’s label. Connection to a different power source than those specified herein will likely result in improper operation, damage to the equip- ment or pose a fire hazard if the limitations are not followed.
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EMC Directive 2004/108/EC indicated in European Standard EN 55 022 Class A and the Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC as indicated in European Standard EN 60 950. D) General Information to all Users: This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used according to this manual the equip- ment may cause interference with radio and television communications.
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III. Safety Label Agency marks and electrical ratings may vary by model. See the safety label on the back of your unit for this information. The following is an example of a safety label: Elo TouchSystems 1520 User Guide 48...
Warranty Except as otherwise stated herein or in an order acknowledgment delivered to Buyer, Seller warrants to Buyer that the Product shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship. The warranty for the touchcomputer and components of the product is regional;...
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POSE, THEIR QUALITY, THEIR MERCHANTABILITY, THEIR NONINFRINGEMENT, OR OTHERWISE. NO EMPLOYEE OF SELLER OR ANY OTHER PARTY IS AUTHO- RIZED TO MAKE ANY WARRANTY FOR THE GOODS OTHER THAN THE WAR- RANTY SET FORTH HEREIN. SELLER’S LIABILITY UNDER THE WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT.
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Index Acoustic Pulse Recognition Hard Disk Recovery Advanced Unit 9, 29 Hard Drive 29, 31 Agency approvals Headphone >See also Emissions; Regulatory Humidity Information; Safety Label Align Altitude Immunity Information Assistance Intel® Desktop Board D945GCLF2 Audio Intel® Desktop Board DQ45EK 5.1 CH HD Audio 29, 30 IntelliTouch...
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Regulatory Information S-Video Safety Label Setup Sharpness Shortcut keys Speakers (internal) Standard Unit 9, 18, 28 Surface Acoustic Wave Technical Assistance Technical Support 35, 45 Temperature Testing the Touchscreen Time-zone Time-zone selection Trademark Turn-On Unpacking Video jumper cable Viewing Angle Volume Warranty Weight...
To find out more about Elo’s extensive range of touch solutions, visit our Website at www.elotouch.com or simply call the office nearest you: Germany Belgium North America Asia-Pacific Elo TouchSystems Tyco Electronics Raychem GmbH Tyco Electronics Raychem N.V. Sun Hamada Bldg. 2F (Elo TouchSystems Division) (Elo TouchSystems Division) 301 Constitution Drive 1-19-20 ShinYokohama...
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