ePC Series & nPC100 Embedded Ultra-Thin Industrial Computers User’s Guide Document No. DOC-IPC-001, User Manual ePC-Series & nPC100, Rev D Rel.
Revision List Revision Number Description of Change Release Date A Initial Release 11-2007 B Revision for Field Wiring Requirements 5-2010 C Added nPC100, –EN units, and –RM option 12-2011 D UL Required changes for UL 1604 to ANSI/ISA 12.12.01-2012 Conversion 9-2012 Nematron reserves the right to make changes in specifications described herein at any time without notice in order to improve design and reliability.
Chapter 1 - Introduction The ePC Series products are high performance color TFT embedded ultra-thin industrial computers specifically designed for harsh industrial environments including Class I & II, Division 2 Hazardous Locations. The ePC Series offers four versions with 12.1” SVGA (800 x 600), 15” XGA (1024 x 768), 17” SXGA (1280 x 1024), or 19” SXGA (1280 x 1024) TFT Color LCD panels. A stand alone “node” version without an integrated display is also available (nPC100).
Specifications Front Panels The ePC series has NEMA 4/4X/12 sealed front panels when mounted in an appropriate NEMA rated enclosure. See Chapter 2 for more details on installation and selection of an appropriate enclosure. All four sizes have very similar front panels with different dimensions. Figure 1.0: ePC Series Front Panel Comparison The standard front panels are powder coated aluminum. The optional Stainless Steel front panel is type 304 and will not contain a logo pocket or logo on the front.
I/O Panel All four versions of the ePC series and the nPC100 have a common Input/Output configuration. Figure 2.0 shows the base configuration of the three units. Figure 2.0: ePC Series I/O configuration Feature Description Video Port A standard 15-pin analog VGA is provided. This connection allows a second screen to be easily added to the ePC. In addition the ePC allows this second screen to be utilized in an extended desktop configuration.
DISPLAY ePC1200 ePC1500 ePC1700 ePC1900 12.1” (307.34mm) 15.0” (381.0mm) 17.0” (431.8mm) 19.0” (482.6mm) 9.69” x 7.26” 11.97” x 8.98” 13.30” x 10.64” 14.82” x 11.85” (246.0mm x 184.5mm) (304.0mm x 228.1mm) (337.8mm x 270.3mm) (376.4mm x 301.
PHYSICAL ePC1200 ePC1500 ePC1700 ePC1900 10.475” x 12.9” x 3.42” 12.80” x 15.80” x 2.95” 14.48” x 17.14” x 3.10” 15.70” x 18.66” x 3.25” (266.1mm x 327.2mm x 86.75mm) (325.1mm x 401.3mm x 74.9mm) (367.8mm x 442.0mm x 78.7mm) (398.8mm x 474.0mm x 82.6mm) 3.165” (80.4mm) 2.70” (68.6mm) 2.90” (73.7mm) 3.00” (76.2mm) 9.68” x 12.10” 12.00” x 15.00” 13.70” x 16.35” 14.90” x 17.75” (H x W) (245.9mm x 307.3mm) (305mm x 381mm) (348mm x 415.3mm) (378.5mm x 450.9mm) Weight 10.45 lbs (4.
ELECTRICAL AC Input Voltage 100 – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz AC Input Current 1.0 A Maximum DC Input Voltage (Optional) 18 – 36 VDC DC Input Current (Optional) 4.2 A Max @ 24VDC Input Power nPC100 – 40 W Typical* (20 W fanless option) ePC1200/ePC1500 - 50 W Typical* (30 W fanless option) ePC1700 – 60 W Typical* (40 W fanless option) ePC1900 – 70 W Typical* (50 W fanless option) * Typical Power is measured without any additional I/O or expansion options.
AGENCY Front Panel NEMA Rating NEMA 4/4X/12, IP65 FCC 47 CFR, Part 15, Class A EU CE Marking Compliance CE, EN 55022: Class A, EN 61000-3-2: Class A, EN 61000-3-3, EN 61000-6-2, Safety Agency Approvals (panel mount and nPC100 versions only) UL 508 Listed, ANSI/ISA 12.12.012012 Listed*, cUL Listed CSA C22.2, #142, CSA C22.2, #143* Safety Agency Approvals (enclosed ePC1500 and ePC1900 only) UL 508 Listed, cUL Listed CSA C22.
NOTE (RACK MOUNT VERSIONS): SUITABLE FOR USE IN CLASS I, DIVISION 2, GROUPS A, B, C AND D, CLASS II DIVISION 2, GROUPS F AND G, CLASS III HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS, OR NONHAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY FOR RACK MOUNT INSTALLATION ON A TYPE 1 ENCLOSURE WITH PROVISIONS FOR CLASS I DIVISION 2 WIRING METHODS TEMPERATURE CODE: T5 NOTE: (ENCLOSED EPC VERSIONS): A LISTED VESA STYLE MOUNT SUITABLE WITH A MINIMUM LOAD RATING OF 40 POUNDS SHALL BE USED IN THE END INSTALLATION FOR USE IN NONHAZARDOUS LOCATIONS ONLY TYPE 1 ENCLOS
Chapter 2 - Installation of Computer Panel Mount ePC-Series Unit installation The panel mount versions of the ePC-Series are intended to be mounted in and used where NEMA 1, NEMA 4/4x and NEMA 12 type enclosures are employed. Enclosures made of heavier gauge metal work better because they won’t deform or bend as easily when the monitor’s sealing gasket is compressed.
Mounting Clip Installation .25" THICK MONITOR FRONT BEZEL COMPRESSABLE NEMA SEALING GASKET MOUNTING CLIP WITH 10x32 SCREW .325" MAXIMUN ALLOWABLE PANEL THICKNESS CUT AWAY FRONT PANEL OF NEMA ENCLOSURE TIGHTEN TO 8 INCH-POUNDS FRONT PANEL OF NEMA ENCLOSURE MENU SELECT DOWN UP POWER REAR VIEW OF PANEL MOUNTED ePC NOTE: WHEN INSTALLING THE MOUNTING CLIPS TIGHTEN THE SCREWS TO 8-10 INCH-POUNDS MAXIMUM.
nPC100 Unit Installation The nPC100 is intended to be mounted on the flat surface on the inside of a NEMA Type 1, 4/4x or NEMA 12 enclosure. See the specifications section for the dimensions and mounting dimensions required for mounting this unit. When selecting an enclosure remember to allow adequate space around the computer for good air flow. Do not block air flow around the unit except for the mounting surface.
Connecting Power to the ePC-Series Connecting power to the Panel Mount, Rack Mount, and nPC100 units: The ePC-Series and nPC100 units are powered from 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz or optionally from 24 VDC. Damage will occur if 100-240 VAC power is connected to an ePC-Series unit equipped with the 24 VDC input power option. ePC-Series equipped units with the 24 VDC option will have a “DC” suffix in their model number such as ePC1500-CM440-1GB-XP-DC or ePC1500T-T2500-2GB-XPDC.
NOTE: WHEN USING USB CONNECTIONS THE USE OF THE USB RETENTION BRACKET IS REQUIRED FOR HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR NONHARDAOUS LOCATIONS. NOTE: TO PREVENT INADVERTENT DISCONNECTION OF VIDEO AND/OR SERIAL TOUCHSCREEN CABLES ASSURE THAT THE THUBSCREWS ARE SUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED. WARNING – EXPLOSION HAZARD – DO NOT DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT WHILE THE CIRCUIT IS LIVE OR UNLESS THE AREA IS KNOW TO BE FREE OF IGNITABLE CONCENTRATIONS.
Protective Cover Installation (Optional if desired) Step 1: Gather the parts of the protective cover; top shell, bottom shell, label insert, and wire tie. The picture shows wire tie (top), label insert (right), bottom shell (left), and top shell (lower right). Step 2: Insert your pre-wired connector (with the screws facing up) into the bottom shell. (See manual for cable wiring instructions).
Connecting Power to Enclosed (-EN) units: The enclosed ePC-Series are powered from 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz only. Because these are stand alone Type 1 devices and do not require an additional NEMA type enclosure, a different type power connection is required. These units use a more standard IEC type power cord like found on most computers. There is a retention clip that can be utilized to help retain the cord from falling out. A US three prong cord is supplied.
Video and the Serial connections have jack screws in the connectors that can be utilized to secure your cable end to the unit. Ethernet connections have a plastic tab that prevents the connection from falling out. The keyboard/mouse port (splitter provided) is not secured and is intended for setup and maintenance only when in an area that is known to be nonhazardous. See the connecting power section for details on securing the power connections.
Hard Drive Removal and Replacement These products are equipped with an easily removable SATA hard drive. They are designed so that there is no need to remove the cover on these units to change a hard drive. The only reason to remove the cover will be to switch the configurable serial port from RS-485 to RS-422. See the appropriate board manual included on the “Documentation and Driver” disk for procedure on changing this port.
Installing the Touch Screen Driver Software If your ePC is ordered with a touchscreen and an operating system the drivers will be preinstalled. The ePC-Series utilizes a USB connection for the touchscreen, therefore the touchscreen will only function with operating systems that can recognize and utilize USB connections. The driver included with these units functions with Windows 2000, XP, VISTA, and Windows 7.
Chapter 3. – ePC CPU and BIOS Consult the appropriate ePC-Series CPU Board User manuals for more detailed specifications of the CPU board and BIOS details. This section will concentrate on the features of the ePC-Series units that are externally accessible. External I/O Connections The following figure shows the externally accessible connections.
