Marine PC MPC-MLR User Manual

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    MARINE PC MARINE PC MPC-MLR MIL-Spec LCD Displays User Manual www.MarinePC.com...
  • Page 2 Owner Record Here is an easy-to-locate form to record the unit’s serial number, and from the invoice, record the invoice date. The unit’s serial number is located on the back panel. If the unit ever requires service, please refer to this information when contacting the MarinePC Service Center.
  • Page 3 MPC-MLR Military Grade All-Weather LCD Displays User Manual www.MarinePC.com MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Installation ..........................Cable Connections........................Computer Hook-up ........................ Operator Controls ........................On-Screen Display (OSD) ...................... Optional USB Pass-Through ....................Optional Touch Screen Display ..................Appendix A - Mechanical Drawings ................Appendix B - Troubleshooting ................... Appendix C -Technical/Environmental Specifications..........MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Housed in a milled billet aluminum case, the slim-profile MPC-MLR is light weight and watertight, with fully sealed, military grade connectors. Front-mounted controls and various mounting options makes the MPC-MLR user-friendly.
  • Page 6: Safety

    Safety General Safety Instructions • Before operating the MPC-MLR Monitor, read this User Manual thoroughly • Retain this User Manual for future use • Verify the computer system capability (see System Set-up) to insure operation of the Monitor • For expeditious installation, follow these User Manual instructions in the sequence presented •...
  • Page 7 Repack the unit as it would have originally been received from MarinePC. Radio Frequency Interterence caution! This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed with the unit’s accompanying cables, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 8: Product Care And Maintenance

    PRODUCT CARE AND MAINTENANCE Product Care This MPC-MLR Monitor has been designed to provide optimum performance and service without any required scheduled maintenance other than occasional cleaning. Turn off the Monitor power before cleaning the Monitor, optional Touch Screen or unit’s enclosure.
  • Page 9 To avoid shock and fire hazards, replaced the unit’s power cord if: • Insulation becomes damaged, or • A loose connection is suspected. Other Maintenance Only MarinePC Qualified Service Personnel shall perform all maintenance except for the power cord replacement described above. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 10: System Set-Up

    Shipping Box Contents The MPC-MLR is shipped in a custom box with custom foam packaging. We recommend you save the box and all packaging materials in case the unit would need to be returned to the MarinePC Service Center. (Figure 1) In the shipping box you shall find: •...
  • Page 11: Installation

    INSTALLATION The MPC-MLR is designed to be mounted with a universal ball-and-socket mounting kit, or in a Surface Panel Mount configuration. Pedestal Mount The MPC-MLR is shipped with a RAM® universal ball-and-socket system mounting kit (Figure 2). By installing the Monitor with this kit, the user can quickly adjust the viewing angle to improve viewability in changing environments.
  • Page 12 Line up one of the ball mounting plates on these three holes (Figure ) • With three (3) M x 10 counter-sunk stainless screws attach this mounting plate to the back of the MPC-MLR. • Mount the second ball mounting plate where the Monitor shall be installed •...
  • Page 13: Cable Connections

    Use care when inserting or removing connector. Do not force their mating. caution! There are two (2) MIL-DTL connectors on the MPC-MLR: Power Input and Video Input. (Figure 6, ). Connectors are located on bottom of Display housing. From left to right: Power Input, a 3-Pin Connector and Video Input, a 13-Pin Connector.
  • Page 14: Video Input

    • Add a twist to lock. Red Video Ground Green Video Signal Green Video Ground Blue Video Signal Blue Video Ground H-SNYC V-SNYC H/V SYNC Ground USB+/RS-232 RXD USB-/RS-232 TXD Digital Ground RI-OUT AMPH 88-56922-35P MATE MS26E11B35S Table 2 MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 15: Computer Hook-Up

    Computer Display Properties - XGA or SVGA Prior to connecting the MPC-MLR to the computer, with another monitor, verify the computer display properties are set to between 60x80 and 1280x102 in :3 aspect ratio. • The optimum setting for viewing is 800 x 600 (8.”) or 102x68 pixels (all other sizes).
  • Page 16 At the Monitor Settings dialog box, select “Yes” to accept the new desktop view settings. In the Display Properties dialog box, verify the Screen Resolution is at 800 x 600 (SVGA) or 102x68 (XGA). Select the Apply button. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 17: Signal Quality

    Signal Quality • The strength of the video signal provided to the MPC-MLR Monitor has a direct bearing on the quality of the images displayed • The cable supplied with the unit shall provide the optimum image if proper wiring practices are followed •...
  • Page 18: Operator Controls

    The Down Button is an adjustment tool in the OSD Source Screen Menu. (See OSD Screen Menu Parameters.) Source Button The Source Button allows the user to switch between video signal sources attached to the Moni- tor – Composite Video 1, 2 & 3, and VGA. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 19: On-Screen Display (Osd)

    Source Screen Menu and follow the above instructions, • Single press the SELECT button again to exit from the OSD Source Screen Menu, or • Close the main menu; all changes are saved. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 20: Auto Color

    • Open the “Auto Color“ function • Press the SELECT button to run the Auto Color Setup. Repeat twice, and • When complete, press the SELECT button to save the changes and exit. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 21: Auto Power

    • Select “AUTO Power” function if user wants system data (channel, signal source) saved when the system is powered off. Reset • Select “Reset“ function, and • Select “YES” to automatically adjust picture data to default such as: brightness, MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 22 • Press the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust phase (analog to digital) for the screen display. Clock • Open the “Clock” function, and • Press the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust clock (horizontal stretch) for the Display. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 23: Optional Usb Pass-Through

    NOTES MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 24: Optional Touch Screen Display

    OPTIONAL TOUCH SCREEN MPC-MLR Optional Touch Screen Installation If you are installing a new operating system (O/S), do not install the Touch Screen Controller Driver CD until you have installed the O/S and verified the computer’s monitor display is working properly. The Touch Screen Controller Driver uses the caution! computer’s O/S display driver software settings to accurately configure the Touch...
  • Page 25 5. Left mouse click to open 6. Left mouse double click to open the Resistive Touch Driver file . Left mouse double click to open the file for 2000, XP, 98, ME O/S, and 8. Left mouse double click to run “set-up.exe”. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 26 1. The TSHARC Driver is a 12-bit controller; the radio button is selected by default Note: A PS/2 controller interface is not available. 2. Select the controller interface matching the cable used to install the MPC-MLR 3. Select the Autodetect button if installing the Touch Screen through a RS-232 (serial) interface .
  • Page 27 2. Using the keypad or the mouse, select the Monitor to calibrate 3. Switch to the Calibration tab. Go to the next section: Calibration . When complete, return to the Screen Selection tab; select the next Monitor. Repeat the process until all Monitors are calibrated. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 28 2. Select the Accept button to apply and record the calibration data. Note: If the calibration target is not displayed under the finger, select the Cancel button, repeat Custom Calibration Settings, then Calibration Process. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 29: Touch Settings

    Touch Sound 1. Check the Enable Touch Sound to enable a tonal beep when the screen is touched 2. Select the Apply button to enter the selection, and 3. Select the OK button to apply all Touch Settings. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 30 3. Select the Finish button; the TSHARC drivers shall be installed. Installation Complete 1. At the dialog box, “Setup is now complete”, select OK, exiting the TSHARC Touch Screen Controller installation Congratulations! The MPC-MLR Touch Screen is ready to go to work. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 31: Appendix A - Mechanical Drawings

    APPENDIX A Mechanical Drawings Mount diagrams of the MPC-MLR and its dimensions may assist you in installation of the Monitor. You may find them on our website at: http://www.marinepc.com/products/purchased model and size Mount diagrams of the optional Flush Mount Bezel and its dimensions may assist you in installation of the Monitor.
  • Page 32 Monitor driven from a single video source. Monitor has incorrect or bad sync signals. Check for proper video cable installation, or replace suspected faulty cable. Check the video source is within the display’s operating range: max. 1280x102 pixels, and 60 – 5Hz. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 33 Uninstall the driver using “TSUN10.exe”. If a correctly previous T/S Controller Driver was installed, all footprints must be removed. Go to the T/S manufacturer’s web site or contact the manu- facturer for instructions to uninstall drivers. Reinstall the TSHARC Driver software. MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 34: Technical Specifications

    Input MIL-STD-125D 6 Watts Min - Power   6 Watts Min - 20 Watts Max 35 Watts Max Consumption Internal Short Circuit Protection Power Load Dump Protection    Conditioning Over Voltage Protection Reverse Polarity Protection MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 35: Appendix C -Technical/Environmental Specifications

    Vibration 5.8 G (5-500 Hz)    Altitude 5,000 ft.    IP Rating IP6 (NEMA 6 Submersible)    Humidity 0-100%    MIL-STD-61E MIL-PRF-    Sunlight Readability for Buttons 22885G MPC-MLR-UM(A) 10/2009...
  • Page 36: Warranty Terms And Conditions

    CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGE the right to partial ship any order. OR FOR SPECIFIC PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCTS, THEIR MERCHANTABILITY Cancellations: Once an order is placed by OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PUR- the purchaser and accepted by MarinePC, POSE. UM-MPC-MLR(A) 10/2009...

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