Specifications

Chapter 8 - Adept Graphics Module (VGB)
104 Adept MV Controller User’s Guide, Rev C
8.1 Introduction
The Adept Graphics module (VGB) is required for A-Series Adept MV controllers. The
VGB is a single-slot 6U VME module that serves as the graphics processor and controls
the video output to the color monitor. The VGB has connectors for the monitor, keyboard,
and pointing device (mouse, trackball, etc.). The VGB also has a direct Video Bus
connection to the VIS module in AdeptVision VME systems.
8.2 Connections and Indicators
➊
OK LED indicates that this module has passed V
+
start-up
test.
➋
Video Bus connector – a 26-pin mini D-sub connector for
installing one end of the Video Bus cable in AdeptVision
VME systems. The other end of the cable connects to the VIS
module. (Not used in non-vision systems.)
➌
Monitor connector – a 15-pin female mini D-sub connector
for the color monitor in A-Series systems.
➍
LED’s 1 to 4 – are for Adept Service use only.
➎
DIP Switch (4 position) – see Table 8-1 for functions.
➏
Pointer connector – a 9-pin male D-sub connector for the
pointer cable from the Adept integrated keyboard/trackball
in an A-Series controller.
➐
Keyboard connector – a 5-pin female DIN connector for the
keyboard cable from the Adept integrated
keyboard/trackball in an A-Series controller.
NOTE:
On A-Series systems, the V
+
monitor window is
normally displayed on the monitor connected to the VGB
module. However, you can redirect the system monitor
input/output to the RS-232/Term port on the 030
module. See page 62 for details.
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