The machine's control panel consists of the following PCBs, LCD, and touch panel, and possesses the following principal functions:
- LCD indication
- contrast adjustment
- touch switch input
- hard key input
10.1.2 LCD Indication Processing
The CPU found on the main controller PCB serves to feed data (display data) to the control panel CPU on the control panel according to program
instructions.
The data goes through the control panel CPU PCB to reach the color LCD.
10.1.3 Adjusting the LCD Contrast
The machine is equipped with a density control volume (VR6801) on its keypad PCB so that the user can adjust the contrast of the LCD to suit individual
needs.
10.1.4 Functions of the Control Panel CPU
- Monitoring Key Inputs
It communicates the inputs from the keypads and function keys to the CPU on the main control PCB.
- Monitoring the Touch Panel Inputs
It communicates the inputs from the touch panel to the CPU on the main controller PCB.
- Controlling the Buzzer Sound
- Turning On Control Panel LEDs
MEMO:
The color LCD is operated by the main controller, and the control panel CPU PCB serves to relay the drive signal.