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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev. 0.0 Preliminary I.P.S. Sistemi Programmabili srl Via Piave 54 21040 Caronno Varesino (VA) Italy Tel. +39 0331 980669 Fax +39 0331 980476 URL: http://www.ipscomputers.com Technical support and service: support@ipssistemi.com Copyright 2011. All rights reserved.
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About this manual This manual is applicable to the equipments: • VX121P-QM57 code number C656.xxxxxxxxxx (Panel PC with 12.1” LCD) • VX151P-QM57 code number C756.xxxxxxxxxx (Panel PC with 15” LCD) • VX171P-QM57 code number C856.xxxxxxxxxx (Panel PC with 17” LCD) where x means configurations and options according to ordination code.
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Timetable of the revisions Rev. Description Applicable Date Preliminary (subject to change) VX121P/151P/171P 08/11/2011 (-QM57) Rev. 0.0 MU-C656.xxxxxxxxxx r.0.0-EN 3 of 68...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 1 General notes 1.1 Safety guidelines This manual contains notices, which you should observe to ensure your own personal safety as well as to protect the Panel PC and connected equipment. These notices are marked as follows.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) This symbol reminds you the high temperature of a device or a Panel PC component. 1.2 Correct usage and general safety information Warning The Panel PC is intended for professional use only in an industrial environment.
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) • Before working on the rear part or inside the Panel PC the person performing the operation must discharge any static electricity by touching a metal part connected to the ground. Perform work in a static safe environment.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Caution If the LCD display glass breaks, avoid contact with the liquid that may leak out. If the liquid crystal material leaks from the panel, it should be kept away from eyes or mouth. In case of contact it must be washed away immediately and thoroughly with water then consult a doctor.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 1.5 Applications not permitted The Panel PC has not been designed and not been tested and so it is not authorized for use different from the one described in “Application permitted”. Particularly, but not limited to them, the Panel PC is not authorized for the following applications: •...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 1.7 Copyright This document may contain references to or information concerning products back covered by copyright or patent. No right concerning these products is however conceded through this manual. All trademarks showed in this manual are the property of their respective holders.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 1.9 Warranty I.P.S. Sistemi Programmabili guarantees its products for 12 (twelve) months from the date they leave the factory. The warranty is limited to repair or replacement, at our factory, of the parts which are not working because of...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 1.11 Electromagnetic compatibility and safety The VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) industrial Panel PC, used as intended in the user manual, conforms to the following standards: Electromagnetic compatibility EN61000-3-2 Current Harmonics limits EN61000-3-3 Limitation of voltage fluctuation and flicker EN61000-6-2 EMC Generic Immunity Standard –...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 2 Unpacking Unpack and visually inspect the Panel PC for damage, which may have occurred in shipment. Retain all packing material and shipping documentation in case reshipment becomes necessary. If damage has occurred in shipment, notify the carrier at once to initiate a damage claim.
• Front panel with IP65 level protection capabilities; • IP20 rear side protection. 3.2 Description The VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) is a powerful and compact Panel PC, specially designed to meet the requirements for an industrial Human-Machine-Interface. The chassis is constructed with an aluminium front panel and steel back case.
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) As alternative to the magnetic hard disk and as an order option the Panel PC is provided with one or two sockets for solid state disk Compact Flash (CF). As option it’s possible to have a version with CF plus 2,5” HDD.
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Front view Pos. Description Note Led ON it indicates the Panel PC is ON Led HD it indicates operation on HDD LCD Display and touchscreen (opt.) USB connector Behind a protection cover (except for True Flat panel version) MU-C656.xxxxxxxxxx r.0.0-EN...
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Connectors side view Pos. Description Note Equipotential Bonding screw For earthing Power supply connector 115/230Vac or 24Vdc (option) Compact Flash socket option (protected by a cover) I/O panel depends on the motherboard (see picture) Power on switch...
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Upper side view Pos. Descrizione Note Fan filter 60x60mm. MU-C656.xxxxxxxxxx r.0.0-EN 19 of 68...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 4 Installing Before installing the Panel PC, please read carefully the following information. Caution The Panel PC is permitted for indoor fixed applications only. The Panel PC is set up for installation in a prepared recess such as in the panel of a cabinet or a console.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Position the Panel PC so that the air vents in the housing are not back covered by following installation. The max. air intake temperature must not exceed the max. operative temperature provided for the Panel PC in use. Moreover the input air must be free of corrosive gas or powder.
To perform the installation of the Panel PC follow these steps: • Make a cut-out hole dimensioned as indicated in pictures (depend on the model). Make sure the area around the panel cut-out is clear. 12.1” Cut-out for VX121P-QM57 mounting (specification in mm tolerance ±0.5mm) 22 of 68 MU-C656.xxxxxxxxxx r.0.0-EN...
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 15” Cut-out for VX151P-QM57 mounting (specification in mm tolerance ±0.5mm) 17” Cut-out for VX171P-QM57 mounting (specification in mm tolerance ±0.5mm) MU-C656.xxxxxxxxxx r.0.0-EN 23 of 68...
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) • Fit the Panel PC into the cut-out. Fitting into the cut-out on user panel Pos. Description Note User’s panel rear part of the Panel PC front panel of the Panel PC • Screw two grub screws into the holes present in each clamp, with the tips of the grub screws towards the concave side of the clamp, (this step is performed at the factory).
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) • Screw grub screws clockwise. Screw grub screws The recommended tightening torque for the grub screws is 0.3 Nm (30 cNm). Pos. Description Note Grub screws To fasten the Panel PC to the panel, screw grub screws clockwise.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 5 Connecting Before connecting and switching on the Panel PC, please read carefully the following information. Caution During a thunderstorm do not make connection and do not touch power lines and signals cables. 5.1 Connecting 115/230Vac power supply The Panel PC is equipped (except for different order option) with a 115/230Vac input power supply provided with standard IEC60230 3 pin C14 connector.
The uninterruptible AC power supply (UPS) with non sinusoidal wave can damage the power supply with active PFC. Be careful the UPS, if connected to VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) with active PFC, supplies a sinusoidal wave output voltage during normal and back-up mode.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 5.3 Connecting 24Vdc power supply (option) The Panel PC can be provided (as an order option) with an isolated DC/DC converter with 24Vdc input. The DC/DC converter has a forced-air cooling by fan. The user must supply the 24Vdc by connecting 2 conductors to the connector of the DC power supply.
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) The Panel PC must be connected to earth by means of a conductor of suitable cross section connecting the Equipotential Bonding screw on the chassis to the quiet earth point. The 0V (GND) of the internal supply ATX is connected to the metal frame and then to the Equipotential Bonding screw for earthing.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 5.4 Connecting the serial I/O ports. The Panel PC can be equipped with up to three RS232 serial ports according to order options . Refer to the motherboard user’s manual for further information. • Shielded cable must be used for the RS232 serial ports. Inside the cabinet the cables of the serial ports must be kept separate from the power signal cables.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 5.6 Equipotential bonding Low impedance connections toward earth reduce the interference current from external power supply cables, signal cables and peripheral connection cables. The Panel PC equipotential bonding is located near the input terminal of the power supply.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 5.8 Connecting USB devices The Panel PC is equipped with four USB type A connectors on the I/O panel. USB port name on the label is for reference only. USB ports are hot plugging that is USB connectors can be plugged or unplugged even if the Panel PC is switched on.
The Intel Graphics Drivers are in the motherboard DVD. The Bios Setup provides options for the display. The picture shows the Setup for VX171P-QM57 with LCD 17” 1280x1024. For VX121P-QM57 and VX151P-QM57 the “LCD Panel Type” setting is [Type 3 1024x768]. MU-C656.xxxxxxxxxx r.0.0-EN...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) By the Intel Graphics Drivers it’s possible to select the Graphics Properties for the display. The display are named: Built in Display = internal LCD panel Monitor = external monitor with VGA interface Digital Display...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 6 Switching on Caution Ensure that there is no condensation on or inside the Panel PC when transporting it at low temperature or when it is exposed to temperature fluctuations. Before switching it on, the Panel PC must be brought to room temperature slowly.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Power off Power off can be executed as follow: • Execute the shut down command (WinXP). • Switch off the power input. Caution We recommend executing and terminating proper shut down procedure before switching off the power input otherwise data may be lost.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 7 Operator controls 7.1 Touchscreen control The touchscreen display is sensitive to touch and it shows some application- specific elements like e.g. a button. Pushing the button by finger, the system will execute the corresponding function as provided by the application software.
Display window: Touchscreen or transparent plastic sheet Dimensions: see drawings Weight: VX121P-QM57 approx. 6Kg (depends on the configuration) VX151P-QM57 approx. 7Kg (depends on the configuration) VX171P-QM57 approx. 8,5Kg (depends on the configuration) VX121P-QM57 dimensions (all specification in mm. ± 0.3mm) 38 of 68 MU-C656.xxxxxxxxxx r.0.0-EN...
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) VX151P-QM57 dimensions (all specification in mm. ± 0.3mm) VX171P-QM57 dimensions (all specification in mm. ± 0.3mm) MU-C656.xxxxxxxxxx r.0.0-EN 39 of 68...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.2 Climatic conditions Operating temp.: 0 to 45° C; Storage temp.: -20 to +60° C. Relative Humidity: 10 to 90% at 25° C without conden sation. Notice It is prohibited to apply sunlight or fluorescent light to the display during the store.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.4 Internal Power supply 115/230Vac Type: ATX. Input voltage: 115/230Vac ±10% auto-range. Input frequency: 50-60Hz. Input current: 4A (rms) for 115Vac / 2A (rms) for 230Vac. Efficiency: 68% min. MTBF: 100.000 hours at full load at 25° C (fan not include d).
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.5 Internal Power supply 24Vdc (option) Type: ATX. Input voltage: 18 to 30Vdc, nominal 24Vdc. Input current: 14A (rms) for 24Vdc. Inrush current: 20A at nominal input, 25° C cold start. Efficiency: 75% min at nominal input and rated output.
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Caution The terminals on the 24Vdc input power supply are not suitable to switch the Panel PC ON and OFF. Use a power switch on the external power supply to switch ON-OFF the Panel PC.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.6 Motherboard The Panel PC is provided with a Mini ITX motherboard with Intel QM57 chipset and Intel Core i5-520M or Celeron P4500 processor. The processor requires a heat sink with fan to operate. Furthermore the motherboard provides a hardware monitoring for CPU temperature and fan speed.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.8 Hard disk The Panel PC can be equipped with a 2,5’’ SATA Hard Disk Drive (HDD) as order option. Hard disk auto detect must be selected and enabled on BIOS Setup (default). Notice To avoid hard disk failure or file loss we recommend observing the following indications.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.10 Compact Flash disk As an order option the Panel PC can be equipped with a solid state disk Compact Flash (CF). The CF installation is committed to the user. The CF is an embedded solid state data storage system that electrically complies with the PCMCIA ATA standard.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Caution The socket is polarized and CF insertion is one way only requiring a light strength. If the CF does not enter into the socket please do not force, probably you inserted the CF in the wrong way.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.12 Serial ports The Panel PC is equipped with four RS232 serial ports NS16C550 compatible. The COM4 serial port is reserved for the touchscreen controller (option). The DB9-M serial port connectors COM1-2 and COM3 (option) are on the I/O panel.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.14 USB port The USB controller is on board. Four USB type A connectors, compliant with rev. 2.0/1.1, are provided on the I/O panel. A further USB connector is available on front panel covered by a little door (except for True Flat panel version) The total max.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.17 PCI expansion bus The Panel PC is equipped with one expansion slot for PCI short card 5V 32 bit (dim. 6.6”x4.2” ; 167.64x106.68mm.). The PCI cards are Plug and Play and so they are auto setting if the Operating System supports it (e.g.
Refer to the motherboard user’s manual for further information. 8.19 LCD display The Panel PCs are equipped with TFT LCD as follow: VX121P-QM57: 12.1’’ 1024x768 pixels 18 bit (single channel LVDS) VX151P-QM57: 15’’ 1024x768 pixels 18 bit (single channel LVDS) VX171P-QM57: 17’’...
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Display of static images The permanent display of a bright picture can lead to a burn in effect in the case of a TFT LCD. Shadows of the previous image could remain on the screen even changing the image.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 8.20 Touchscreen The touchscreen is an order option. Characteristics Type: 8-wire analog resistive with antiglare surface Light transmission: 80% (typ.) Surface pencil Hardness: 3H (ASTM-D-3363-92A) Controller: TSHARC 12bit (RS232 serial interface 9600 baud to COM4).
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) To maintain clear the front surface of the touchscreen, keep it free of dirt, dust, fingerprints, and other materials that could degrade optical properties. Cleaning the touchscreen surface regularly can do this. See the “cleaning the display” paragraph later in this manual.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 9 Maintenance 9.1 General In normal use the Panel PC must be fitted with its back cover. The cover must be screw fastened to the chassis. During installation and maintenance operations the back cover can be opened by unscrewing the screws, which fasten it.
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) • Remove the 4 screws securing the motherboard to the bottom of the chassis and the 2 nuts on the DVI-D connector (see picture). • Remove and store the motherboard in an antistatic wrapper. To install a new motherboard (of the same type as the replaced one): •...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 9.4 Installing/removing an add-on board The PCI expansion slot is accessible by removing the back cover of the chassis. Caution Do not insert or remove cards from the expansion bus connector if the Panel PC is switched on.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 9.5 Replacing the Compact Flash disk (CF) The Panel PC supports one or two Compact Flash disks (as order option). A CF socket is available opening the little cover on the bottom side of the chassis. The second socket, if provided, is internal and it’s available opening the cover...
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 9.6 Replacing the 2,5’’ hard disk To replace the 2.5” hard disk: • Switch power off and detach power cord. • Open the back cover. • Keep a note of the cabling (wiring). • Remove the cable from the hard disk.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) Replacing the power supply • Switch power off then detach the power cord from the power supply. • Open the back cover. • Keep a note of the cabling (wiring). • Detach power cables from devices inside the Panel PC.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 9.8 Replacing the battery Battery replacement must be performed only by authorized qualified personnel. A not rechargeable lithium battery on the motherboard provides power for the Real Time Clock (RTC) and CMOS Ram. This battery has an estimate life expectancy of 20.000 hours (at 25°C).
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 9.9 Checking the CPU fan On the CPU (processor) there is a heatsink with cooling fan. Check the CPU fan frequently under normal conditions. The fan can be checked with “hardware monitor” software supplied with the motherboard.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 9.13 Cleaning the display Switch power off and detach power cord before cleaning the Panel PC front panel. Caution Use of abrasive cleansers or solvents may damage the display window. Do not scrub or use brushes.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 10 Troubleshooting 10.1 Troubleshooting procedure To help identify and isolate a problem, we recommend the following procedure when a problem occurs: 1. Turn off the power to the Panel PC. 2. Disconnect any peripheral devices.
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VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) If there is a problem after boot: If the problem is intermittent, you may have a loose connection. Check all connections including any add-on cards. Check that the memory modules (DIMM) are fully installed. Does your system have a virus? Run anti-virus software.
VX121P/151P/171P(-QM57) User’s manual rev.0.0 (Preliminary) 11 Decommissioning 11.1 Disposal When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means this equipment must not be disposed as urban waste but it must be separated and collected as laws and order in force about waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
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