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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.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Contents Overview Important Safety Information ..................5 Service and Repair Indicators ................... 7 3M Touch Systems Support Services ............... 8 Contact 3M Touch Systems ..................8 Chapter 1 Introduction to Flat Panel Displays Overview ........................9 Native Video Resolution on a Flat Panel Display ...........
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3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintaining Your Touch Display ................29 Touch Sensor Care and Cleaning ................29 Display Installation Problems ................. 30 Troubleshooting the Touch Sensor ................. 31 Power Management ....................31 Regulatory Agency Approvals ................32 CE Conformity for Europe ..................
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Overview Welcome to the world of 3M Touch Systems — a world where using a computer is as simple as touching the sensor. This guide describes how to set up your 3M MicroTouch Display M1500SS.
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3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide DANGER To avoid the risk of fire and/or explosion which will result in serious injury or death: Do not install or use this product in a hazardous location. WARNING To avoid the risk of fire which could result in serious injury or death: Do not remove the cover or back of the display.
Refer to http://www.nema.org/lamprecycle/ or call 3M Touch Systems 1-866-407-6666 for further information. Dispose of the flat panel display according to applicable governmental regulations Important Notes: Plug power cord into appropriate power source.
5:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. US Eastern Standard Time – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout Europe. You can contact 3M Touch Systems, Inc. Technical Support (US only -- Eastern Standard Time) by calling the hot line, sending email or a fax.
Introduction to Flat Panel Displays Overview The 3M Touch Systems product line of Flat Panel Display (FPD) touch displays offers the M1500SS Display for desktop and countertop applications with built-in multimedia options. The display is available with 3M Touch System’s ClearTek® surface capacitive touch sensor.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide The M1500SS Display is available in a 15" diagonal screen size using active-matrix thin- film transistor (AM-TFT) liquid crystal display technology. The M1500SS Display supports a full-screen resolution of 1024 x 768. Note: The M1500SS Display has a power LED as well as four buttons for using the on-screen menu and adjusting the video display.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide CHAPTER 2 Setting Up Your M1500SS Display This chapter describes how to set up and integrate your 3M MicroTouch M1500SS Display into a touch application system. You need to complete the following tasks: Unpack the components...
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Unpacking Your Touch Display Carefully unpack the carton and inspect the contents. Your M1500SS Display includes the following cables as well as a touch software CD. Figure 2 Cables Included with Your M1500SS 15-pin video cable...
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Figure 3 Disassembling the Yoke & Base for Arm Mounting Step 1 -- Unlock the yoke. With the unit laying face down safely and securely on a nonabrasive surface, remove the two screws connecting the top of the yoke.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Access to the Video Controls The controls for adjusting the video display are located on the front of the M1500SS Display. These buttons let you display the on-screen menu and adjust the phase, image position, contrast, and brightness.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Note: When the adjustment knob is horizontal it is locked; when it is in the vertical position it is unlocked. Always maintain adequate ventilation to protect the display from overheating and to ensure reliable and continued operation.
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 these card readers.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Connecting the Display CAUTION You are cautioned that any change or modification to the equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate such equipment. To connect the M1500SS Display: Turn off your computer.
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3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide CAUTION To avoid the risk of electric shock which may result in minor or moderate injury: The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible. Use a power cable that is properly grounded. Always use the appropriate AC cord certified for the individual country.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Cable Management System Figure 11 Removing the Cable Management Cover Once you have connected your M1500SS Display to your computer, you should take advantage of the cable management system designed into the base of the M1500SS Display as shown above.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Figure 13 Sliding Cable Management Cover Off Base Testing the M1500SS Display Note: The M1500SS Display 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.
MT7 Software User Guide for complete instructions. These drivers and relevant technical documentation can be found on the enclosed 3M Touch Solutions CD (31197) and are also available for download from our website at www.3m.com/touch.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide CHAPTER 3 Video Display Options This chapter provides guidelines for adjusting the video display and using the display controls to adjust the image to your liking. Before you make any adjustments: Be sure to adjust the controls in your normal lighting conditions.
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3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide 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. A confirmation box is displayed to confirm the user selection.
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3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Contrast Selecting the Contrast option will allow you to adjust the contrast of the display. Adjust the contrast using the /left and /right arrow buttons, and press SELECT to confirm the new setting. Color When you choose the Color option from the OSD, this will bring up a sub-menu that allows you to adjust the RGB or Black Level color balance for your display.
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3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide H-Position is used to adjust the horizontal image position manually. V-Position is used to adjust the vertical image position manually. Image Use the /left and /right arrow buttons to scroll through the image menu.
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3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide The Miscellaneous Menu contains three options: Reset, OSD Position, and System info. Reset is used to reload all factory default parameters. OSD position is used to setup the OSD menu position – horizontal and vertical position is adjusted separately.
If you have a problem setting up or using your display, you may be able to solve it yourself. Before calling 3M Touch Systems, try the suggested actions that are appropriate to the problems you are experiencing with the display. You may also want to consult your video card user’s manual for additional troubleshooting advice.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Always dampen the cloth and then clean the sensor. Be sure to spray the cleaning liquid onto the cloth, not the sensor, so that drips do not seep inside the display or stain the bezel.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Troubleshooting the Touch Sensor If you are experiencing problems with the touch sensor, check the following list of common installation errors. Table 4 Common Sensor Installation Issues Common Installation Issues Possible Solutions Sensor does not respond to touch Review the installation procedures.
3M™ MicroTouch™ Display M1500SS User Guide Regulatory Agency Approvals Your product complies with the following regulatory standards: FCC-B UL/cUL C-tick RoHS/WEEE directives This equipment has been tested and found to comply within limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations.
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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