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Preface Thank you very much for purchasing a Pro-face PL-6930/PL-7930 Unit, hereafter referred to as PL. PL is a general-purpose computer for Factory Automation (FA), which accomplished high performance and the newest architecture with low cost. Before using the PL, read this manual thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the PL’s operation procedures and functions. NOTICE 1.
Essential Safety Precautions All safety-related procedures stated in this document must be followed to operate the PL correctly and safely. Be sure to read this and any related documents thoroughly to understand the correct operation and functions of the PL unit. Safety Icons Throughout this manual, these icons provide essential safety information for PL operation procedures requiring special attention.
Be sure to use redundant and/or fail-safe system designs to ensure adequate levels of system reliability and safety when using the PL with transportation vehicles (trains, cars and ships), disaster and crime prevention devices, various types of safety equipment, non-life support related medical devices, and other similar equipment. After the PL unit’s backlight burns out the touch panel is still active, unlike the PL unit’s “Standby Mode”.
Installation Be sure all cable connectors are securely attached to the PL unit. A loose connection may cause incorrect input or output signals. Wiring Be sure to ground the PL unit’s FG wire separately from other equipment FG lines. Also, be sure to use a grounding resistance of 100Ω or less and a 2mm2 or thicker wire, or your country's applicable standard. Otherwise, electric shock or malfunctions may result. Be sure to use only the designated torque to tighten the PL unit’s terminal block screws.
Do not operate or store the PL where chemicals evaporate, or where chemicals are present in the air. Corrosive chemicals : Acids, alkalines, liquids containing salt Flammable chemicals : Organic Solvents Do not use paint thinner or organic solvents to remove dirt or oil from the PL unit’s surface. Instead, use a soft cloth moistened with a diluted neutral detergent. Do not use or store the PL in areas with direct sunlight, since the sun's ultraviolet rays may cause the LCD’s quality to deteriorate.
Information Symbols This manual uses the following icons: Indicates a warning or a product limitation. Be sure to follow the instructions given with this icon to ensure the safe operation of the PL. Contains additional or useful information. (1) (2) *1 SEE PL-X930 Series Indicates steps used to accomplish a given task. Be sure to follow these steps in the order they are written. Indicates useful or important supplemental information. Indicates pages containing related information.
Package Contents The following items are included in the PL unit’s package. Before using the PL, please check that all items listed below.
Main Features The PL-6930/PL-7930 series displays are equipped with the following features. • The Latest, High-Performance Architecture Designed around the Pentium®M (1.6GMHz) or Celeron®M (1.3GMHz) CPU, the PL utilizes the type of high performance architecture that offers you superior compatibility. Add to this unrivalled support of the Windows® XP and other widely used operating systems. • High Expendability PL supports expansion PCI/ISA bus.
UL Approval PL6930-T4*, PL6931-T4*, PL7930-T4*, PL7931-T4* are UL/c-UL listed products (UL File No. E220851) Product Model No. UL Registration Model No. Product Model No. UL Registration Model No. PL6930-T41 3480901-01 PL7930-T41 3480901-05 PL6930-T42 3480901-02 PL7930-T42 3480901-06 PL6931-T41 3480901-03 PL7931-T41 3480901-07 PL6931-T42 3480901-04 PL7931-T42 3480901-08 Those products conform to the following standards: • UL508 Industrial Control Equipment • CSA-C22.2 No.
Contents Preface...................................................................................................................... 1 Essential Safety Precautions ................................................................................... 2 Information Symbols ................................................................................................ 6 The Diagram for the PL Series Models .................................................................... 6 Package Contents ................
Chapter 3 Peripheral Device Installation 3.1 Installing optional units / expansion boards .................................................... 3-2 3.1.1 Uninstalling the Rear Maintenance Cover ............................................................3-2 3.1.2 Installing the Main Memory ...................................................................................3-5 3.1.3 Uninstalling / Installing HDD units / CF card units.................................................3-6 3.1.
6.4 Cautions When Using Windows®2000/Windows®XP...................................6-11 6.4.1 Automatic System Log-on Setup ........................................................................ 6-11 6.4.2 Using an Uninterrupted Power Supply................................................................ 6-11 6.4.3 When Changing the System Design ...................................................................6-12 6.4.4 Changing to the NTFS File System ...................................................
1 Introduction 1. Prior to Operating the PL Unit 2. System Design 3. Accessories 4. Part Names and Functions This chapter describes peripheral devices that can be connected to PL Series units along with the name and functions of each part.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 1.1 Prior to Operating the PL Unit The following procedures are prior to use the PL unit. Connect Peripheral Devices Connect the display unit and any optional devices. SEE Connect Power 1.2 System Design (page1-6)/1.3 Accessories (page1-7) Connect the PL unit's power cord to AC Interconnection and turn the power switch ON. SEE 4.2 Wiring (page4-7) Configure the PL unit's BIOS. Set Up the System SEE 5.
Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1.1 Setting Up the Touch Panel Connection The connection method used can be via either a serial (RS-232C) or USB interface. Depending on the type of Touch Panel connection used, the OS types that can be used will vary. Touch Panel Changeover Switch The switch changes the switch placed on the board inside of the unit to a state of COM4. See the following for the place of the chageover switch. SEE 1.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 1.1.2 Front Access Port Execution Control When you open the front maintenance hatch of the front unit, there are USB ports and a reset switch. If you want to prevent unwilling or unintentional accesses, change the DipSW settings not to be executed some accesses from reset from the front side or the USB ports. See the following for the place of the DipSW. SEE 1.4 Part Names and Functions (page1-9) DipSW For the factory default settings; SW No.
Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1.3 Power Supply About states of PL’s power supply, there are three(3) kinds of states, which are No Energization, Active State (Normal), and Soft OFF State*1. Each state is outlined in the following.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 1.2 System Design Side of PL unit Back of PL unit Front of PL unit The following diagram illustrates the standard range of items that can be connected to the unit. USB 2.0 or 1.1 Compatible Peripherals (commercial type) USB I/F x 1 USB I/F x 2 USB 2.0 or 1.1 Compatible Peripherals USB Keyboard on the narkef SOUND (LINE IN.MIC.
Chapter 1 Introduction 1.3 Accessories All accessories listed here are produced by Digital Electronics Corporation. Optional Items Product Name Model No. Description PSA-DDR512 DIM module 512M Bytes PSA-DDR1G DIM module CD-ROM Drive Unit PSS-CD01 IDE (ATAPI) compatible CD-ROM drive unit (Connection cable is included with CDROM unit) CF Card Unit PL-CF200 Designed exclusively for 5V type cards. Hard Disk Unit PL-HD240 HDD Unit mounted a Type 2.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Maintenance Items Product Name Installation Fastener Model No. CA3-ATFALL-01 PL6900-WP00 (PL-6930 Series) Installation Gasket PL7900-WP00 (PL-7930 Series) Description Used to install the PL into a solid panel. (4/set x 2 for PL-6930 Series, 4/set x 3 for PL-7930 Series) Provides dust and moisture resistance when PL is installed into a solid panel.
Chapter 1 Introduction 1.4 Part Names and Functions The following images are of a PL-6930/PL-7930 Series unit. A: Display/Touch Panel Front Display output area. The built-in SVGA or XGA controller supports PC compatible architecture. Mouse emulation, which is one of Touch panel functions, has a significant role to build system architecture easily without a mouse device. A B: Power Lamp LED/RAS Status Lamp This LED indicates both the RAS monitor feature's status and the PL's power status.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual L: Ethernet Connector (LAN) Network Interface (meets IEEE802.3 standard / L O M 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX autochangeover). M: Sound I/O Interface Used to Speaker output, Line input and Microphone input. N P Q Right Side (4 slot type) N: USB Connector (USB) USB 2.0 compatible devices can be connected here. O: PCI/ISA board Expansion Slot Available to use commercial PCI/ISA bus compatible boards.
Chapter 1 Introduction V: Touch Panel Changeover Switch The communication method can be changed by USB or COM4. SEE 1.1.1 Setting Up the Touch Panel Connection (page1-3) W: Main Memory X: Internal Battery • Refer to the following to know how to uninstall the rear maintenance cover. SEE 3.1.
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2 Specifications 1. General Specifications 2. Performance Specifications 3. Interface Specifications 4. Dimensions This chapter describes the general, functional and interface specifications of the PL as well as its part names and dimensions.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.1 General Specifications 2.1.1 PL-6930 Series General Specifications Electrical Power Supply Item PL-6930 PL-6931 Input Voltage AC100 / 240V Rated Voltage AC85 to 265V Rated Frequency 50Hz to 60Hz Allowable Voltage Drop Current Consumption 1cycle or less (Voltage drop interval must be 1s or more.) 150VA (max.) 130 VA (max.) leakage current 2.0mA (max.) In-Rush Current 30A (max.
Chapter 2 Specifications • When using any of the PL’s optional devices, be sure to check that device’s specifications for any special conditions or cautions that may apply to its use. • As a Hard Disk has a lifetime, it might be broken during operation. To prepare an expected Hard Disk error, we recommend you take backup the data you need or keep an alternate Hard Disk to exchange. • It may cause a fatal error that the Hard Disk is used in a high temperature and high moisture environment.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.1.2 PL-7930 Series General Specifications Electrical Power Supply Item PL-7930 PL-7931 Input Voltage AC100 / 240V Rated Voltage AC85 to 265V Rated Frequency 50Hz to 60Hz Allowable Voltage Drop Current Consumption 1cycle or less (Voltage drop interval must be 1s or more.) 150VA (max.) 130VA (max.) leakage current 2.0mA (max.) In-Rush Current 30A (max.) Voltage Endurance AC1500V 20mA for 1 minute Insulation Resistance DC500V 10MΩ (min.
Chapter 2 Specifications • When using any of the PL’s optional devices, be sure to check that device’s specifications for any special conditions or cautions that may apply to its use. • As a Hard Disk has a lifetime, it might be broken during operation. To prepare an expected Hard Disk error, we recommend you take backup the data you need or keep an alternate Hard Disk to exchange. • It may cause a fatal error that the Hard Disk is used in a high temperature and high moisture environment.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.2 Performance Specifications 2.2.1 PL-6930 Performance Specifications Performance Specifications Item CPU Main Memory (S.O-DIMM) L2 Cache Memory PL6930-T41/PL6931-T41 PL6930-T42/PL6931-T41 Intel®Celeron® M (1.3GHz) Intel®Pentium® M (1.6GMHz), or Intel®Celeron® M (1.3GHz) (Embedded Optional Items) PC2700 DDR 256MB,512MB,1GB (DIMM socket × 1 1GB (max.)) 512KB(Built in the CPU) Video Memory Interface Serial (RS232C: with FIFO) 2-6 Intel®Pentium® M (1.
Chapter 2 Specifications *1 *2 *3 For the setting of Master/Slave, refer to the following section; Chapter 3 Uninstalling / Installing HDD units / CF card units (page3-6) When using the HDD SLOT1 (Expansion SLOT1) with the CD-ROM drive unit at the same time, be sure to set the HDD/CF card unit inside the Expansion SLOT1 as Master. The clock, RTC, built in the PL has fudge error. The range of the error will be between +300 to -300 sec.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Expansion Slot The following power current is the total output current when using all slots SLOT No. Available Bus Available Board Size Standard Use When using PL-FC210 163mm [6.42in.]x122mm [4.80in.](corresponding to Half size only) SLOT1 ISA SLOT2 PCI SLOT3 PCI or ISA SLOT4 PCI or ISA Output Voltage DC5V DC12V DC3.3V*1 DC-5V*2 DC-12V 4.0A 1.0A 1.5A 0.1A 0.1A Current Consumption 250mm[9.84in.]×122mm [4.80in.
Chapter 2 Specifications PL-7930 Performance Specifications Performance Specifications Item PL7930-T41/PL7931-T41 CPU Main Memory (S.O-DIMM) L2 Cache Memory ®Celeron® Intel Serial (RS232C: with FIFO) PL7930-T42/PL7931-T42 M (1.3GHz) Intel®Pentium® M (1.6GMHz), or Intel®Celeron® M (1.3GHz) (Embedded Optional Items) PC2700 DDR 256MB,512MB,1GB (DIMM socket × 1 1GB (max.)) Intel®Pentium® M (1.6GMHz) : 1MB Intel®Celeron® M (1.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual *2 *3 When using the HDD SLOT1 (Expansion SLOT1) with the CD-ROM drive unit at the same time, be sure to set the HDD/CF card unit inside the Expansion SLOT1 as Master. The clock, RTC, built in the PL has fudge error. The range of the error will be between +300 to -300 sec. / month, depending on the PL’s conditions such as lifetime usage or temperature difference.
Chapter 2 Specifications Expansion Slot The following power current is the total output current when using all slots. SLOT No. Available Bus Available Board Size Standard Use When using PL-FC210 163mm [6.42in.]x122mm [4.80in.](corresponding to Half size only) SLOT1 ISA SLOT2 PCI SLOT3 PCI or ISA SLOT4 PCI or ISA Output Voltage DC5V DC12V DC3.3V*1 DC-5V*2 DC-12V 4.0A 1.0A 1.5A 0.1A 0.1A Current Consumption 250mm[9.84in.]×122mm [4.80in.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.3 Interface Specifications This section describes the specifications of each interface of the PL Series unit. • The PL unit’s serial port is not isolated. When the host (PLC) unit is also not isolated, be sure to connect the #5 SG (Signal Ground) terminal to reduce the risk of damaging the RS-232C circuit. • Inside the PL unit, the SG (Signal Ground) and FG (Frame Ground) terminals are connected.
Chapter 2 Specifications RI/5V Changeover Switching [RI/5V] for COM2 and COM3 uses the RI/5V changeover switch - it is placed on the board inside of the rear maintenance cover of the PL. Refer to the following for more details of how to remove the fan cover or the memory slot cover. SEE 3.1.1 Uninstalling the Rear Maintenance Cover (page3-2) • When you switch the RI/5V changeover switch, you must turn off the power supply of the PL. Otherwise, it will cause malfunction.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.3.2 RAS Interface Specification for D-sub 25pin Male is listed below. • Correspond with the DipSW setting for using the connector. DipSW (page1-4) SEE Pin Arrangement Pin No.
Chapter 2 Specifications Input (DIN0, 1, 2, 3 and RST) INPUT VOLTAGE RANGE DC12V to 24V INPUT CURRENT Lower than or equal to10mA INNER RESISTOR 3.6k Ω 1/10W INSULATION Greater than or equal to 500V SINK SOURCE INPUT Correspondence Output (DOUT0, 1, 2, 3) OUTPUT VOLTAGE RANGE DC24V OUTPUT CURRENT Lower than or equal to 120mA INSULATION Greater than or equal to 500V PROTECTION DIODE Equipped • For further details of the circuit diagram, refer to the following. SEE 7.1.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.4 Dimensions 2.4.1 PL-6930 External Dimensions Unit: mm [in.] 330[12.99] Top 170[6.69] 287[11.30] 271[10.67] 13[0.51] 346[13.62] Front Side Dimensions with installation fasteners 342[13.46] 236[9.29] Top Side Front Side 10[0.39] 264[10.39] 2-16 Bottom 283[11.14] 5[0.20] 293[11.54] 8[0.31] 352[13.
Chapter 2 Specifications PL-6931 External Dimensions Unit: mm [in.] 330[12.99] 287[11.30] 346[13.62] 123[4.84] 13[0.51] 271[10.67] Top Side Front Dimensions with installation fasteners 342[13.46] 236[9.29] Top Side Front 283[11.14] 5[0.20] 293[11.54] 352[13.86] 8[0.31] 2.4.2 Side 10[0.39] 264[10.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.4.3 PL-7930 External Dimensions Unit: mm [in.] 359[14.13] 180[7.09] Top 325[12.80] 310[12.20] 13[0.51] 374[14.72] Side Bottom Dimensions with installation fasteners 371[14.61] 264[10.39] 11[0.43] Top Side 30[1.18] 2-18 Bottom 147[5.79] 322[13.07] 120[4.72] 24[0.94] Side Front 142[5.59] 108[4.25] 332[13.07] 26[1.02] 108[4.25] 120[4.72] 381[15.
Chapter 2 Specifications PL-7931 External Dimensions Unit: mm [in.] 359[14.13] Top 134[5.28] 325[12.80] 310[12.20] 13[0.51] 374[14.72] Front Side Dimensions with installation fasteners 371[14.61] 264[10.39] 11[0.43] Top Side Front 322[13.07] 24[0.94] 120[4.72] 108[4.25] 332[13.07] 108[4.25] 120[4.72] 381[15.00] 26[1.02] 2.4.4 Side 30[1.18] 142[5.59] 147[5.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.4.5 Dimensions attached RS-232C/RS-485 exchangeable unit PL-6930 Unit: mm [in.] (Except for protrudent objects and cable parts) Front 60 [2.36] Bottom Side 31 [1.22] 55 [2.17] Top 90 [3.54] PL-6931 Front Bottom 2-20 60 [2.36] Side 90 [3.54] 31 [1.22] 55 [2.
Chapter 2 Specifications PL-7930 Unit: mm [in.] (Except for protrudent objects and cable parts) Front 60 [2.36] Bottom 31 [1.22] 55 [2.17] Top Side 120 [4.72] PL-7931 Front Bottom 60 [2.36] Side 31 [1.22] 55 [2.17] Top 120 [4.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.4.6 Dimensions with a full-sized board cover PL-6930 series The figure shows a PL-6931 model. Unit: mm [in.] 54 [2.13] PL-7930 series The figure shows a PL-7930 model. Unit: mm [in.] 55 [2.
Chapter 2 Specifications • Prior to installing a full-sized board and the PL’s full-sized cover (PL-FC200/PLFC210), be sure that the PL is installed in its attachment panel/cabinet. Due to dimension differences, a full-sized expansion board and PL’s full-sized cover can not be attached prior to installing the PL into a panel. • When using a full sized expansion board, be sure to check its dimensions and shape, since they will affect the board’s environment specifications, such as for vibration, etc.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 2.4.7 Panel Cut Dimensions PL-6930 Series Unit: mm [in.] +0.5 -0 +0.02 [13.03 -0 ] equal to or less than 4-R3 272.0 +0.5 +0.02 ] -0 [10.71 -0 331.0 PL-7930 Series +0.5 360.0 -0 +0.02 [14.17-0 ] equal to or less than 4-R3 311.0 +0.5 +0.02 -0 [12.24 -0 ] Unit: mm [in.] • The thickness of the installation panel is from 1.6mm[0.06in.] to 10 mm[0.39in.]. • Depending on the shape of the PL’s panel, it may need some reinforcements.
Chapter 2 Specifications Installation Fasteners Unit: mm [in.] 11[0.43] 16 [0.63] 16.6 [0.65] M6 31 [1.22] ∅10[0.39] 2.4.
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3 Peripheral Device Installation 1. Installing optional units / expansion boards 2. Installing / Uninstalling PCMCIA Cards 3. Installing USB Cable Clamp This chapter shows how to install the unit and expansion board to the PL, and to install peripheral device to the PL.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 3.1 Installing optional units / expansion boards A wide variety of optional units, DIM module, CF cards, manufactured by Digital Electronics Corporation and commercial Expansion boards (PCI/ISA bus compatible board) can be used with the PL. When installing those optional units, refer to the “Installation Guide” of each unit.
Chapter 3 Peripheral Device Installation (2) Unscrew the five(5) attachment screws of the rear maintenance cover in place. Rear Maintenance Cover (3) Remove the rear maintenance cover. Half Cover (4) Lift up slightly the hooks of the half cover and remove it from the unit.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual PL-6931/PL-7931 (2slot-type unit) • Make sure to remove the half cover first, and then the maintenance cover. (1) Turn off the power and uninstall the power cable. Place the PL unit on a horizontal place as its screen side could face to the bottom. (2) Unscrew the four(4) attachment screws of the rear maintenance cover and the half cover in place. Half Cover Rear Maintenance Cover (3) Remove the rear maintenance cover.
Chapter 3 Peripheral Device Installation (4) 3.1.2 Lift up slightly the hooks of the half cover and remove it from the unit. Installing the Main Memory • Since DIM module sockets are easy to break, be sure to install the DIM module • very carefully. (1) Uninstall the rear maintenance cover and the half cover. SEE (2) 3.1.1 Uninstalling the Rear Maintenance Cover (page3-2) Install the main memory shown as the following figures. Put the DIM module in the connector at a tilt then push it all the way.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 3.1.3 Uninstalling / Installing HDD units / CF card units • The HDD units and CF card units are precision instruments. Be sure not to jar or shake them unnecessarily. Read through the Installation Guide for each unit when using. • When installing/uninstalling the CF cards, follow the steps as the following procedures (Procedures of HDD unit). (1) Turn off the power switch of the PL. Remove the power cable from the unit.
Chapter 3 Peripheral Device Installation • Be sure to use the HDD/CF card unit as Master setting for PL-X930 Series units. • If you want to use the HDD/CF card unit in the “Expansion Slot1” together with the CD-ROM drive unit, the setting of the HDD/CF card unit must be “Master” (as the first disk). To do failure so, it may cause malfunction.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 3.1.4 Installing the Expansion board (PCI/ISA) (1) Uninstall the rear maintenance cover of the PL unit. SEE 3-8 3.1.1 Uninstalling the Rear Maintenance Cover (page3-2) (2) Unscrew the one screw of the blank panel then uninstall the panel. (3) Remove the dust cover from the expansion slot, and insert the expansion board there. (4) Fix the steel plate by the attachment of the expansion board.
Chapter 3 Peripheral Device Installation 3.1.5 Connecting a CD-ROM drive unit • If you want to use the HDD/CF card unit in the “Expansion Slot1” together with the CD-ROM drive unit, the setting of the HDD/CF card unit must be “Master” (as the first disk). To do failure so, it may cause malfunction.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual (4) Secure the front face fastener to the bottom of the CD-ROM unit using the two (2) attachment screws. The torque should be 0.5 to 0.6N•m. • Insert firmly both sides of parts, which are marked with thick circles (salients and holes) on the above. (5) Connect the CD unit to the PL unit via the connection cable, folded the cable over, along the diagonal line. Be sure to confirm that the Cable's #1 pin mark and the connector are correctly aligned.
Chapter 3 Peripheral Device Installation (6) Secure the CD-ROM unit to the PL unit using the four (4) attachment screws. The torque should be 0.5 to 0.6N•m. Place the cable in the space between the PSS-CD01 and the PL unit. • When using the HDD/CF Card unit within the Expansion Slot 1 for PL-X930 Series, Step (6) is not required. PSS-CD01 should be used, unattached on the rear of PL unit.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual PL-6931 / PL-7931(2-Slot Type) (1) Unscrew the two(2) attachment screws on the IDE cover, and then remove the cover. (2) Unscrew two (2) attachment screws of the Expansion Slot1 cover and then remove the cover IDE cover Expansion Slot1 cover (3) Secure the attachment bracket for the rear face to the PL unit using the two (2) attachment screws. The torque should be 0.5 to 0.6N•m.
Chapter 3 Peripheral Device Installation (4) Secure the front face fastener to the bottom of the CD-ROM unit using the two (2) attachment screws. The torque should be 0.5 to 0.6N•m. (5) Connect the CD unit to the PL unit via the connection cable, folded the cable over, along the diagonal line. Be sure to confirm that the Cable's #1 pin mark and the connector are correctly aligned. Do not anything connect to the DC INPUT Connector.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual (6) Secure the CD-ROM to the PL unit using the four (4) attachment screws. The torque should be 0.5 to 0.6N•m. Place the cable in the space between the PSS-CD01 and the PL unit. • When using the HDD/CF Card unit within the Expansion Slot 1 for PL-X931 Series, Step (6) is not required. PSS-CD01 should be used, unattached on the rear of PL unit.
Chapter 3 Peripheral Device Installation 3.2 Installing / Uninstalling PCMCIA Cards PL series accept commercial PC cards on the market. (1) Unscrew the two(2) screws on the cover of the side of the PCMCIA, and then remove the cover. Eject Button (2) To remove the PC card, press the eject button twice. (When you press the button for the first time, the tip of the eject button pokes out. The PC card is pushed out at the second time.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 3.3 Installing USB Cable Clamp In the use of USB connection devices, installing a gasket and clamp makes the USB cable firmly fasten. This installation prevents the USB plug from falling out of the unit. (1) Install the bracket in the USB interface side of the unit. (2) Plug the USB cable into the unit. Tie up the cable and clamp to fix firmly. Bracket Clamp • If you fix two USB cables together, tie them up with one USB clamp.
4 Installation and Wiring 1. Installing the PL unit 2. Wiring This chapter shows how to install the PL unit and to care the wiring method.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 4.1 Installing the PL unit This section describes the procedures and precautions for installing the PL unit. 4.1.1 Installation Procedures Follow the steps given below when installing the PL. Check the Installation Gasket’s Seating It is strongly recommended that you use the installation gasket, since it absorbs vibration in addition to repelling water. For the procedure for attaching the installation gasket, refer to the following. SEE 8.
Chapter 4 Installation and Wiring • Panel thickness should be from 1.6mm [0.06 in.] to 10.0mm [0.29 in.]. Decide the panel’s thickness based on the level of panel strength required. 1.6mm [0.06 in.] to 10.0mm [0.39 in.] • For easier maintenance, operation, and improved ventilation, be sure to install the PL at least 50 mm [1.97 in.] away from adjacent structures and other equipment. Unit: mm [in.] 50 [1.97] 50 [1.97] 50 [1.97] 50 [1.97] 50 [1.97] 50 [1.97] 50 [1.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual • Be sure that the ambient operation temperature and the ambient humidity are within their designated ranges. When installing the PL on the panel of a cabinet or enclosure, “Ambient operation temperature” indicates both the panel face and cabinet or enclosure’s internal temperature. Unit: mm [in.] 100 [3.94] 30 [1.18] Panel face 30 [1.
Chapter 4 Installation and Wiring Installing the PL (1) Insert the PL into the panel cut, as shown. (2) Insert the installation fasteners into the PL insertion slots on the left, right, top, and Installation Panel bottom of the unit.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual (3) Insert each of the fasteners shown below. Be sure to pull the fastener back until it is flush with the rear of the attachment hole. (4) Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten each fastener screw and secure the PL in place. • Tightening the screws with too much force can damage the PL unit’s plastic case. • For the moisture resistance effect, the torque required to tighten these screws is 0.5 N•m.
Chapter 4 Installation and Wiring 4.2 Wiring This section describes the procedures and precautions to install the PL unit. 4.2.1 Connecting the Power cord To avoid an electric shock, prior to connecting the PL unit’s power cord terminals to the power terminal block, confirm that the PL unit’s power supply is completely turned OFF, via a breaker, or similar unit. The PL is designed to use AC100V/240V input. Supplying a power voltage other than that specified will damage the power source and the PL unit.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Power cord specifications Power Cable Size 0.75mm² to 2.5mm² (18AWG to12AWG) Type of Cable Core Single or Strand Wire 10mm [0.39in.] Cable Core Length • Use copper conductors only. • When using the Strand Wire, if the Conductor's end (individual) wires are not twisted correctly, the end wires may either short against each other, or against an electrode. Wiring When connecting the Power Cord, use the following items when performing wiring.
Chapter 4 Installation and Wiring Connecting the Power Cord • To prevent the possibility of a terminal short, use a pin terminal that has an insulating sleeve. • The temperature rating of field installed conductors: 75°C only. (1) Confirm that the power cord is unplugged from the power supply. (2) Open the cable attachment holes of the Power Plug. There are Open Buttons next to the holes corresponding to each of cable cores. Push that button with a straight slot screwdriver etc.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 4.2.2 Connecting the Power Supply This section describes the precautions for supplying a power voltage. • If the supplied voltage exceeds the PL unit's range, Twisted-pair cord connect a constant voltage transformer. Constant Voltage Transformer PL Unit FG SEE Electrical (page2-2)/ Electrical (page2-4)/ • For between the line and ground or between the lines, Twisted-pair cord select a power supply that is low in noise.
Chapter 4 Installation and Wiring 4.2.3 Grounding Precaution This section describes the precautions for grounding the PL unit. Do not use common grounding. It can lead to an accident or machine breakdown. (a)Exclusive Grounding (BEST) • When supplying power to the PL unit, be sure to separate the input/output and power lines, as shown. PL Unit Other Equipment [diagram (a)] • Check that the grounding resistance is 100Ω or less. • FG and SG terminals are internally connected in the PL.
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5 System Setup 1. Setup Procedures 2. System Parameters This chapter explains how to enter the PL system settings, as well as the cautions required both before and during set up.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 5.1 Setup Procedures The BIOS setting up procedures are the following. • Normally, use only the factory (default) settings. (1) Connect a USB keyboard to the PL. (2) Turn the PL’s power ON. (3) After the boot-up screen comes up, press the [F2] key until the following screen appears. Menu KEYBOARD ACTION KEYS Provides a summary of the keyboard keys used to carry out the set-up. Help area Shows the information of the items you selected.
Chapter 5 System Setup 5.2 System Parameters Select the items to set up the system information. Here, we introduce the system parameters of each item. • Normally, use only the factory (default) settings. 5.2.1 Main System Time Shows the time which the PL currently recognizes. Set a proper time for the PL by moving the cursor with the [Tab] key or using the [+] and [-] keys because the factory default setting is the Japan’s Standard Time (GMT+09:00).
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Primary Master / Primary Slave / Secondary Master / Secondary Slave Point out the cursor at the [Primary Master], [Primary Slave], [Secondary Master], or [Secondary Slave] on the “Main screen”, and then press the [Enter] key, so that the following screen is shown. Type Specifies a type of drive which you use. Select from [Auto], [None], [ATAPI Removable], [CD-ROM], [IDERemovable], [Other ATAPI], or [User]. The factory default type is [Auto].
Chapter 5 System Setup Transfer Mode Specifies a method of transferring data. When the [type] is [None], nothing is displayed. In other cases, select from [Standard], [Fast PIO 1], [Fast PIO 2], [Fast PIO 3], [Fast PIO 4], [FPIO 3/DMA 1], or [FPIO 4/DMA 2] Ultra DMA Mode Specifies a Ultra DMA mode for the Hard drive. When the [type] is [None], nothing is displayed. In other cases, select from [Disabled], [Mode 0], [Mode 1], [Mode 2], [Mode 3], [Mode 4], or [Mode 5].
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 5.2.2 Advanced Installed O/S Specifies a type of OS of the unit. Select from [Other], [Win95], [Win98], [WinMe], or [Win2K/XP]. The factory default setting is [Win2K/XP]. Reset Configuration Data Specifies whether you want to reset the Plug & Play information which is recorded in the Extended System Configuration Data (ESCD) Block of the CMOS RAM, when the system boots up next time. The choice is [Yes] or [No] and the factory default setting is [No].
Chapter 5 System Setup I/O Device Configuration Point the cursor to the [I/O Device Configuration] and press the [Enter] Key, so that you can go to the Serial Port Setting screen SEE I/O Device Configuration (page5-11) Keyboard Features Point the cursor to the [Keyboard Features] and press the [Enter] Key, so that you can go to the keyboard setup screen.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Extended Memory Testing Specifies whether a test for the Extended Memory needs to be executed at the system starting-up. The test types are listed below. The factory default setting is [Just Zero it]. [Normal] Normal test [Just Zero it] Simple test [None] No test Show CMOS Checksum Error Specifies whether you need to display the errors in case CMOS Checksum Error occurs. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Disabled].
Chapter 5 System Setup Advanced Chipset Control Point the cursor to the [Advanced Chipset Control] on the [Advanced] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that the next screen will be displayed. DDR SDRAM Configuration Point the cursor to the [DDR SDRAM Configuration] and press the [Enter] Key, so that you can go to the Memory Setting screen. SEE DDR SDRAM Configuration (page5-10) ECC Config Specifies whether the ECC function for memory, which is a function of recovering errors, needs to be used.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual DDR SDRAM Configuration Point the cursor to the [DDR SDRAM Configuration] on the [Advanced Chipset Control] and press the [Enter] Key, so that the next screen will be displayed. DDR Speed Specifies the clock frequency for the memory. Active to Precharge delay Specifies the timing of DRAM Precharge processing. SDRAM RAS# to CAS# Latency Specifies the latency time for CAS. RAS# to CAS# Delay Specifies a transfer timing from RAS to CAS.
Chapter 5 System Setup I/O Device Configuration Point the cursor to the [I/O Device Configuration] on the [Advanced] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that the next screen will be displayed. On board Serial Port 1 Specifies an enabled/disabled state for the COM1. Select from [Disabled] or [Enabled]. The factory default setting is [Enabled]. In addition, the factory default setting for Base I/O Address is [3F8], and for Interrupt is [IRQ 4].
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Keyboard Features Point the cursor to the [Keyboard Features] on the [Advanced Chipset Control] and press the [Enter] Key, so that the next screen will be displayed. NumLock Specifies the NumLock status. Select from [Auto], [On], or [Off]. The factory default setting is [On]. KeyClick Specifies an enabled/disabled state for the keyboard’s click sound. Select [Enabled] or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Disabled].
Chapter 5 System Setup Cache Memory Point the cursor to the [Cache Memory] on the [Advanced] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that the next screen will be displayed. Memory Cache Specifies an enabled/disabled state for the Memory Cache. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Enabled]. Cache System Bios area Specifies the cache set-up for the System BIOS area. The choice is [uncached] or [Write Protect]. The factory default setting is [Write Protect].
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Cache xxxx-xxxx Specifies the cache setting for each address. Select from [Disabled], [USWC Caching] (The address A000 AFFF and B000 - BFFF are only available.), [Write Through], [Write Protect], or [Write Back]. The factory default setting is as follows.
Chapter 5 System Setup PCI Configuration Point the cursor to the [PCI Configuration] on the [Advanced] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that the next screen will be displayed. PCI/PNP ISA IRQ Resource Exclusion Point the cursor to the [PCI/PNP ISA IRQ Resource Exclusion] and press the [Enter] Key, so that you can go to the [ISA IRQ] set-up screen. SEE PCI/PNP ISA IRQ Resource Exclusion (page5-16) PCI IRQ line 1 to 8 Specifies the Interrupt Request Lines (IRQ) for PCI.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual PCI/PNP ISA IRQ Resource Exclusion Point the cursor to the [PCI/PNP ISA IRQ Resource Exclusion] on the [PCI Configuration] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that the next screen will be displayed. IRQ3,4,5,7,10,11 Specifies the IRQ which is allocated to the legacy device. Select from [Available] or [Reserved]. The factory default setting is [Available].
Chapter 5 System Setup DMI Event Logging Specifies the parameters related to DMI event logging. Point the cursor to the [DMI Event Logging] on the [Advanced] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that the following screen will be displayed. Event log validity Shows the status of the event log storage area. [Valid] is shown when the status is normal, and [Not valid] is shown when the status is abnormal. Event log capacity Shows the status of the area to which event logs are written.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Clear all DMI event logs Specifies whether all the recorded DMI event logs need to be deleted. Select from [Yes] or [No]. The factory default setting is [No].
Chapter 5 System Setup 5.2.3 Intel CPU Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [CPU Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that you can go to the [CPU] set-up screen. SEE CPU Control Sub-Menu (page5-21) MCH Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [MCH Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that you can go to the [MCH] set-up screen.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual ACPI Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [ACPI Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that you can go to the [ACPI] set-up screen. SEE ACPI Control Sub-Menu (page5-27) APM Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [APM Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that you can go to the [APM] set-up screen. If you use APM OS, you are requested to set up this configuration.
Chapter 5 System Setup CPU Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [CPU Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that this screen will be displayed. Processor Power Management This is a function that controls the processor’s power state. Select from [Disabled], or [C States Only]. The factory default setting is [C States Only] and the default should be applied when using.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual MCH Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [MCH Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that this screen will be displayed. MCH Power Management Sub-Menu Goes to the Chipset set-up screen. SEE MCH Power Management Sub-Menu (page5-23) DDR ECC Operation Specifies whether you use ECC memory or not. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled] and the default factory setting is [Enabled].
Chapter 5 System Setup MCH Power Management Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [MCH Power Management Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that this screen will be displayed. Chipset Thermal Throttling Specifies a thermal throttle, a system to prevent a themorunway, for chipset. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Enabled]. DRPM Support Specifies an enabled/disabled state for the setting of Dynamic Row Power Management.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Video (Intel IGD) Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [Video (Intel IGD) Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that this screen will be displayed. IGD-Memory Size Specifies an allocation capacity for the Video Memory. Select from [UMA=1MB], [UMA=8MB], [UMA=16MB], or [UMA=32MB]. the factory default setting is [UMA=8MB].
Chapter 5 System Setup ICH Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [ICH Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that this screen will be displayed. Integrated Device Control Sub-Menu Goes to the setting screen where an enabled/disabled state for the USB and the LAN and the PCMCIA is specified. SEE Integrated Device Control Sub-Menu (page5-26) CPU Sleep Specifies whether the CPU needs power saving. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled].
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Integrated Device Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [Integrated Device Control Sub-Menu] from the [ICH Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that the following screen will be displayed. USB-Device 29, F1 only / USB-Device 29, Function 7 Specifies an enabled/disabled state for the USB device. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Enabled].
Chapter 5 System Setup ACPI Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [ACPI Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that this screen will be displayed. ACPI-IO APIC Mode Specifies an enabled/disabled state for the APIC. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Enabled]. HPET-High Performance Event Timer Specifies the timer setting for the High Precision Event Timer. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Disabled].
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual APM Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [APM Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that this screen will be displayed. CX Status Specifies whether you use a power saving state when using APM OS. The choice is [Enabled] or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Enabled].
Chapter 5 System Setup Workaround Control Sub-Menu Point the cursor to the [Workaround Control Sub-Menu] on the [Intel] screen and press the [Enter] Key, so that this screen will be displayed. C3-APIC Workaround Select from [Enabled], [Auto], or [Disabled]. The factory default setting is [Enabled].
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 5.2.4 Security Supervisor Password Is Displayed as “Set“ when the password is set. Since no password has been set at factory, the factory default setting is [Clear]. User Password Is Displayed as “Set“ when the password is set. Since no password has been set at factory, the factory default setting is [Clear]. Note that BIOS setting with a User Password is not allowed. Set Supervisor Password / Set User Password Specifies a password.
Chapter 5 System Setup 5.2.5 Boot Specifies an order for boot-up devices. The boot-up devices are specified in the Boot priority order list and are searched for from the top of the list in sequence. By using the [+] or [-] keys, change its order. To change the device to be booted up, use the [x] key to move the device from the Boot priority order list to the Excluded from boot order list and vice versa.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Exluded from boot order 5-32 : Other USB : Other USB media : PCI LAN : LAN 1(10/100Base Ether) PXE Boot ROM : PCI LAN : LAN 2(GigaBit Ether) PXE Boot ROM : PCI SCSI : PCI SCSI Board : PCI : Other PCI device
Chapter 5 System Setup 5.2.6 Exit Exit Saving Changes Point the cursor to the [Exit Saving Changes] on the [Exit] screen and press the [Enter] Key, the current configuration is saved and the setting procedure is ended. Exit Discarding Changes Point the cursor to the [Exit Discarding Changes] on the [Exit] screen and press the [Enter] Key, the current configuration is NOT saved but the setting procedure is ended.
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6 Setting Up Software 1. Setting Up Your PL Unit 2. Installing Drivers 3. Special Application Program Features 4.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 6.1 Setting Up Your PL Unit There are two types of PL units. One has a hard disk with no pre-installed OS and the other has a hard disk with a pre-installed OS. Therefore, the setup procedures used will differ. 6.1.1 Setting Up an HDD with no Pre-installed OS First, when you use a hard disk with no pre-installed OS, you will need to install either Windows®2000 or Windows®XP. You also need to install any required utility software.
Chapter 6 Setting Up Software Proface Folder Contents (on PL hard disk) When you set up the PL unit’s utility software, the folder [Proface] will automatically be created on the C: drive. Inside that folder are the following programs.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 6.1.2 Setting Up an HDD with Pre-installed OS Use the following steps to set up your PL unit’s HDD unit, which contains the operating system of Windows®2000 or Windows®XP, related drivers and utility software. • Each pre-installed operating system on the hard disk in the PL unit is designed specially for the PL-6930/PL-7930 Series. Installing the HDD Unit After opening the PL unit’s packing box, check that a hard disk unit is installed.
Chapter 6 Setting Up Software Setting Up OS Set up the Pre-installed OS in the PL unit. For the setup procedures about the OS, refer to the Installation Guide that comes with the HDD unit with the pre-installed OS. Hard Disk files You will find a folder named "Proface" on your HDD unit (C: drive).
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 6.2 Installing Drivers Four types of dedicated PL drivers (Audio, Chipset, Graphic Accelerator and Mouse Emulation Software) are available. If your PL has no pre-installed OS, install the following drivers as required. (A PL unit that has been recovered using the Recovery CD-ROM will have all the required drivers installed). The following explanation assumes the utility programs have been previously installed in the [Proface] folder on your PL unit’s hard disk.
Chapter 6 Setting Up Software Installing the Mouse Emulation Software Install the Touch Panel Driver. (1) It is required to agree to “DMC Corporation Mouse Emulation Software (TSC-1310D/DD) Software License Agreement” beforehand. SEE Appendices 4 Consent Agreement (pageA-5) (2) Start “C:\Proface\UPDD\Setup.exe” file. (3) Follow the instructions given on the screen to install the Touch Panel Driver. (4) Refer to “C:\Proface\UPDD\Readmee.pdf” for the rest, the details of the setting.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 6.3 Special Application Program Features The PL unit is equipped with the following special features. The special application programs are located in the following folders. It is assumed that the [Proface] folder has already existed on the hard disk of the PL unit here. Windows®2000 File Name Windows®XP Blioctl.dll Ioctl.dll C:\Winnt\System32 C:\Windows\System32 Backlight Control.scr Disp.exe C:\Proface\Disp Keyclick.exe C:\Proface\Keyclick SystemMonitor.
Chapter 6 Setting Up Software Backlight Control Console Application (DISP.EXE) This command line utility is used to turn ON/OFF both the PL’s backlight and display. This program runs on the command prompt.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Backlight Brightness Adjustment (BlBright.cpl) Backlight brightness can be set to one of four levels: Level 0, Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3.
Chapter 6 Setting Up Software 6.4 Cautions When Using Windows®2000/Windows®XP Perform the following settings as required by your OS. 6.4.1 Automatic System Log-on Setup This setting allows users to skip password entry at startup. When using Windows®2000 (1) Start the Control Panel’s [Users and Passwords]. (2) Select an automatic log-on user and deselect the [Users must enter a user name and password to use this computer] checkbox.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 6.4.3 When Changing the System Design When the PL unit is connected to a printer or to a LAN network, the Windows® system settings must be changed. Changing the System Design When the Windows® system configuration settings are changed, the following message appears. Enter the name of the folder where you will save the configuration changes and click [OK]. • Insert the CD labeled "Windows® xx*1 Professional CD-ROM" in the CD-ROM drive (D: ), and click [OK].
7 PL Monitoring Features 1. RAS Features 2. Monitoring the PL Status 3. Checking the Error Log List 4. Restarting/Shutting down the PL from the Server This chapter describes various ways to monitor the status of the PL.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 7.1 RAS Features 7.1.1 RAS Features RAS, which stands for Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability, is a device-level monitoring function that provides a variety of features to improve the reliability of your PL system. Though the standard set of RAS features used will vary depending on the devices used, the following features are used to provide Alarm Monitoring and External Input Signal support.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features RAS Feature Overview System Monitor *1 System Properties Voltage, Fan RPM, Temperature Alarm Detection Level Settings Enable/Disable Settings SMART Alarm, Power Alarm, Fan Alarm, Internal Temperature Alarm, Output Settings, Watchdog Timer Value Settings, Watchdog Reset Enable/Disable Settings *2 *2 Popup Message OS Shutdown User Application System Monitoring Application WDT Reset Mask Settings DOUT DIN Driver or API-DLL Watchdog Timer Reset Control Hardware
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Errors which can be Detected by RAS Features Power Voltage Alarm Monitors the status of the PL unit’s built-in power supply and internal CPU power supply. Cooling Fan Rotation Alarm Monitors the CPU cooling fan and electric fan RPM speeds. Internal Temperature Alarm Monitors the internal temperature of the PL unit and the ambient temperature of the CPU.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features Error Notification The method for notifying or handling errors can be selected from the following: LED Indicator The three-color LED is used to indicate the PL system conditions. It is also used as a power ON/OFF indicator. The LED is located on the front face of the PL unit. LED Color System Status output condition Green (Lit) Normal Operation (Power is ON) None Green (Blinking) System is NOT running (Soft OFF) None A RAS alarm has occurred.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual External Input Signals The PL’s RAS interface connector uses the following input signals. General Purpose Signal Input (DIN 4 bits) This standard digital input is used for alarm detection in external devices. The input signal uses four bits. The System Monitor property of the control panel or the API-DLL can be used to enable or disable this feature, as well as designate what type of processing is to be performed once a signal is received.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features External Output Signal The PL’s RAS interface connector uses the following output signals. General Purpose Signal Output (DOUT 4 bits) This general purpose digital output signal provides system condition information to external devices. The System Monitor property of the control panel or the API-DLL is used by applications to control this signal. The above mentioned general purpose digital output signals provide system condition information to external devices.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 7.2 Monitoring the PL Status 7.2.1 Setup Procedures Double-click [System Monitor Property] in [Control Panel] to display the System Monitor Property screen. • You can also display the System Monitor Property screen by selecting [Start] -> [Program] -> [System Monitor]. Enable or disable the feature. Set the timer Enter the message to be displayed as a pop-up message. Specify the operation to be performed when the condition exceeds the allowable range.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features The following table lists the operating settings that can be configured for each feature.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 7.2.2 Monitoring Operation When you start monitoring, you can check the operating status of the PL on the System Monitor screen. System Monitor Screen When you start up the System Monitor, the System Monitor screen is not displayed immediately but its icon appears in the System Tray in the taskbar. When you double-click the system monitor icon in the taskbar, the System Monitor screen is displayed.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features There are buttons: [Buzzer Off], [Reset], [Minimize], and [Close], located at the bottom of the System Monitor screen. Button Operation Buzzer Off Stops the buzzer sound at normal operations. Reset Clears the error condition held at normal operations and inside the System Monitor. Minimize Minimizes the System Monitor into the icon display. Close Closes the System Monitor.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 7.2.3 Error Messages This section describes the error messages and closing messages displayed on the System Monitor and System Monitor Property screens. System Monitor Alarm Pop-up Messages When an error occurs while the “Popup Message” option is enabled for Error Action, the following messages appear on the pop-up message output screen under the factory settings. 7-12 Error Type Voltage VcoreA Message VOLT VcoreA Power Supply Error Voltage VcoreB Voltage +3.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features • The messages displayed on the pop-up message output screen can be modified on the System Monitor Property screen. SEE 7.2.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 7.3 Checking the Error Log List Error type/location and error actions are recorded as error events in the System Log. Error event information can be checked using the Event Viewer. • This feature can be used with Windows® 2000 and Windows® XP. 7.3.1 Error Message Display (1) Start the [Control Panel] -> the [Administrative Tools] -> the [Event Viewer], and select the [System Log]. (2) Select the System Monitor’s error and click the [Properties] icon.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features 7.3.2 Error Type/Location and Error Action Error Type/Location The error types/locations shown by the Event Viewer are as follows. Error Type Message Voltage VcoreA VOLT VcoreA Error has occurred. Voltage VcoreB VOLT VcoreB Error has occurred. Voltage +3.3V VOLT +3.3V Error has occurred. Voltage +5.0V VOLT +5.0V Error has occurred. Voltage +12.0V VOLT +12V Error has occurred. Voltage -5.0V VOLT -5.0V Error has occurred. Voltage -12.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Error Action Error Message Buzzer Buzzer has sounded because of error. Popup Message Popup Message has been shown because of error. OS Shutdown Window has been shut down because of error. DOUT0 DOUT0 has output because of error. DOUT1 DOUT1 has output because of error. DOUT2 DOUT2 has output because of error. DOUT3 DOUT3 has output because of error. When a “+3.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features 7.4 Monitoring the PL Status from the Server The Remote RAS feature uses the Pro-Server EX (optional) or the Pro-face’s Pro-Server with Pro-Studio (optional) installed in the host PC to monitor and control the System Monitor/RAS feature of the PL. The Pro-Server EX Ver. 1.20 or higher or the Pro-Server with Pro-Studio Ver.3.12 or higher is required to use the Remote RAS feature.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 7.4.2 Setting Up the Client PL (1) Start the [System Monitor Property] -> [Control Panel]. (2) On the [Remote RAS] tab, put a check mark in the [Enable] checkbox. Set the IP Address used to connect with ProServer*1 This feature designates that the PL will communicate only with the server at the specified IP address. Put check marks in the item boxes you want to monitor. Specify the IP address of the server you want to communicate with.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features 7.4.3 Setting Up the Server PC (1) On the server PC, download the software from the Pro-face support site “Otasuke Pro!”. Follow the attached instructions to copy the downloaded file to the designated file. (2) Start up the Pro-Studio. (3) Register the PL you want to include in the network to the network station, and edit the participant stations.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 7.4.4 Reading/Writing the Status of the System Monitor/RAS Feature The read/write operation of the operating conditions of the client PL and System Monitor/RAS feature can be performed from the server PC via the Pro-Server. User Application Server PC Pro-Server EX (optional) or Pro-Server with Pro-Studio (Optional) Two-Way feature Pro-Easy.dll Ethernet User Application SystemMonitor.exe Shared Memory Client PL Smonras.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features List of Device Addresses Device Type Device Device Symbol Read/ Write Bit Access 16-bit Access VcoreA Voltage*1 WORD VLT0 VcoreB Voltage*1 WORD VLT1 +3.3V Voltage* 1 WORD VLT2 +5.0V Voltage* 1 WORD VLT VLT3 1 +12V Voltage* WORD VLT4 -5.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual • When “Forced Shutdown” or “Forced Reboot” is written to the device address, the system automatically shuts down/restarts the operation system without prompting the confirmation for saving the data on current applications. Take extra cautions when performing write operation in order to avoid accidental data loss.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features Bit Assign of Error Event, and Error Mask Device Name DIN Error Event Error Mask Item DIN0 DIN1 DIN2 DIN3 VcoreA Voltage Error VcoreB Voltage Error +3.3V Voltage Error +5.0V Voltage Error +12V Voltage Error -5.0V Voltage Error -12V Voltage Error CPU FAN Error System FAN Error Reserved System Temperature Error CPU Temperature Error System2 Temperature Error Watchdog Timer Error Reserved Backlight Error SMART Error VcoreA Voltage Error VcoreB Voltage Error +3.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual Error Messages The following table lists the error messages which concern the remote RAS feature and are displayed by the Pro-Server during device read/write operations. Error Code Hexadecimal Number 9530 253Ah RAS Initialization Error 9531 253Bh Command not supported. 9532 253Ch Access type not supported. 9533 253Dh Read/Write type not supported. 9534 253Eh Access to the device is rejected. 9535 253Fh Value setting to the device/retrieval failed.
Chapter 7 PL Monitoring Features • OPC Server Interface • Data Viewer (Pro-Server with Pro-Studio for Windows Ver.4.0 or higher is required.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 7.5 Restarting/Shutting down the PL from the Server When the Pro-Server is not installed on the system, you can shut down and/or restart the PL from the server PC via the network. The installer for this application is included in the software which can be downloaded from the Pro-face support site “Otasuke Pro!” (in \Utility\Shutdown). When the installer is started, you are asked to select the application for server or the client.
8 Maintenance 1. Cleaning the Display 2. Cleaning the Fan Filter 3. Periodic Inspection Items 4. Replacing the Installation Gasket 5. Replacing the Backlight 6. Replacing the Internal Battery This chapter explains cautions and inspection criteria that will ensure trouble-free use of the PL.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 8.1 Cleaning the Display The display of the PL needs to be clean. When the surface or frame of the display gets dirty, soak a soft cloth in water with a neutral detergent, wring the cloth tightly, and wipe the display. • Do not use paint thinner, organic solvents, or a strong acid compound to clean the unit. • Do not use hard or pointed objects to operate the touch-screen panel, since it can damage the panel surface.
Chapter 8 Maintenance 8.2 Cleaning the Fan Filter Excessive dirt and dust in the filter of the PL’s electric fan can potentially affect the performance of the unit. Regular inspection and cleaning of the filter is strongly recommended. (1) Unscrew one screw fixing the fan filter cover. Filter Cover (2) Remove the filter from the fan cover. Filter (3) Clean the filter completely. If stubborn dirt or stains are present, wash the filter with a neutral detergent. • Do not wring the filter to dry it.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 8.3 Periodic Inspection Items Be sure to inspect the PL periodically to ensure it is in good working condition. Ambient environment check points Is the ambient temperature within the specified range? Ambient Operating Temperature PL693*-T41, PL793*-T41 Model without FAN (CPU: CeleronM 1.3GHz) 5 °C to 40 °C (When using HDD) 0 °C to 40 °C (When NOT using HDD) PL693*-T42, PL793*-T42 Model attached FAN (CPU:PentiumM1.6GHz or CeleronM 1.
Chapter 8 Maintenance 8.4 Replacing the Installation Gasket The installation gasket provides protection against dust and moisture. • A gasket which has been used for a long period of time may have scratches or dirt on it, and could have lost the moisture resistance to be equivalent to IP65f. when installing the PL removed from the enclosure again, the moisture resistance to be equivalent to IP65f may go down. Be sure to change the gasket at least once a year, or when scratches or dirt become visible.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual • Be sure to confirm the condition of installation of the gasket when you install the unit in the panel. The gasket must be inserted correctly into the groove for the PL’s moisture resistance to be equivalent to IP65f. • Since the gasket is flexible but not elastic, be careful not to stretch it unnecessarily, as doing so could tear the gasket. • Be sure the gasket’s seam is not inserted into any of the unit’s corners, only in the straight sections of the groove.
Chapter 8 Maintenance 8.5 Replacing the Backlight PL units use a CFL, long-life type backlight. The actual life of the backlight however, will vary depending on the PL’s operating conditions, and replacement may be required. A PL backlight has a life of 50,000 hours (approx. 5.7 years, at 25°C and 24 hour operation), when the backlight is lit continuously (time required for brightness to fall to half its normal level.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 8.5.1 Procedure for replacing the backlight of PL-6930 Series (1) Turn OFF the power switch of the PL and remove the power cable. Place the PL unit on a flat, level surface facing the display face downwards. (2) Unscrew the screws (4 places). (See the figure below.) (3) Hold both sides of the front panel section and use your thumbs to slide (push) the chassis forward. (see figure.
Chapter 8 Maintenance (4) The chassis can then be pivoted back and open. (See the figure below). Remove the rear part from the unit. (5) Disconnect the power connectors from the inverter board. Remove the plug from the cable Cable Clamp Backlight Set Screw Connector Inverter Board (6) Loosen the backlight’s set screw.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual (7) )Lift the edge of the Backlight Unit, and remove the unit while sliding it along the groove. Backlight Unit (8) Insert a new Backlight Unit while sliding it along the groove.(The process is the opposite of (7)). Backlight Set Screw White Insert the backlight and fix it. Red Insert the cable in both channels. • Be careful that no dust or dirt adheres to the backlight surface or to the backlight holder.
Chapter 8 Maintenance 8.5.2 Procedure for replacing the backlight of PL-7930 Series (1) Turn OFF the power switch of the PL and remove the power cable. Place the PL unit on a flat, level surface facing the display face downwards. (2) Unscrew the screws (4 places). (See the figure below.) (3) Remove the two attachment screws, hold both sides of the front panel section and use your thumbs to slide (push) the chassis forward. (See the figure below.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual (4) Lift the chassis up with making a little slide upper, then remove the front cover. Remove the cover’s three attachment screws. Mask Cover (5) 8-12 Remove the LCD unit attachment screws (4 places). (See the figure below.
Chapter 8 Maintenance (6) Each backlight (upper and lower) is fixed in place with an attachment screw. Remove each of these screws. Connector Inverter Board Cable Clamp Screw Connector (7) Each backlight is fixed in place with an attachment screw. Remove each of them with a driver. • Use a “0” sized Phillips screwdriver to remove the backlight attachment screws. • Be careful not to lose any of the small attachment screws.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual (8) Remove each backlight unit. Insert each new backlight. (9) Insert the backlight like the above figure. Backlights are used for each one on the both above and below the LCD. Exchange both backlights at the same time. • Be sure to always change both of the PL backlights at the same time. • Be sure that the backlight’s power cord connector is inserted completely into the Inverter Board’s receptacle. If not, the PL may be damaged.
Chapter 8 Maintenance 8.6 Replacing the Internal Battery The PL unit has an internal battery for backup of internal clock data. Compatible Battery Service Life Lithium Battery CR2032 (Hitachi Maxell, Ltd.) 5 years • The expected battery service life is 5 years, but the battery may die earlier. It is strongly recommended that you replace the battery regularly. • When the battery is replaced, a part of the BIOS settings are initialized. Configure the BIOS setting again after replacing the battery.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual (1) Be sure to confirm that power is not supplied to the PL unit and open the unit. Internal Battery (2) Remove the battery. Push the clip of the battery holder with your finger, the forceps etc. and the battery is pushed up and removed. Clip + Battery Battery Holder (3) Insert the new battery. Insert the battery in the opposite surface side of the clip of the battery holder first with the plus pole (+) facing upward.
A Appendices 1. I/O Map 2. Memory Map 3. Interrupt Map 4. Consent Agreement The following data explains the design of the I/O Map, Memory Map and Interrupt Map.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 1 I/O Map Address A-2 AT System Device 0000H-001FH DMA controller (8237) 0020H-003FH Interrupt controller (8259A) 0040H-005FH System timer (8254) 0060H-006FH Keyboard Controller 0070H-007FH Real-time clock, NMI mask 0080H-009FH DMA page register 00A0H-00BFH Interrupt controller 2 (8259A) 00C0H-00DFH DMA controller 2 (8237) 00F0H-00FFH Numeric data processor 0170H-017FH Hard disk (IDE) 01F0H-01FFH Hard disk (IDE) 0200H-0207H Game I/O 0290H-029
Appendices 2 Memory Map MAXMEM SMRAM MAXMEM-1MB FrameBuffer MAXMEM-2MB to 8MB*1 Expanded Memory 1MB System BIOS F000:0000 Expanded ROM Area D000:0000 PXE BIOS, VGA BIOS C000:0000 Video RAM A000:0000 Conventional Memory 0000:0000 *1 The capacity allocated by "IGD-Memory Size" of the "Video (Intel IGD) Control Sub-Menu" screen of the BIOS setting is 1MB.
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 3 Interrupt Map • The interrupts and DMA channel will change depending on the PnP features of PCI/ISA.
Appendices 4 Consent Agreement DMC Corporation Mouse Emulation Software (TSC-1310D/DD) Software License Agreement Before unsealing and using this product, please read the following license agreement carefully: This license agreement regarding the following software product (hereinafter called "product") is concluded between you the individual or entity licensing the product (hereinafter called ("licensee") and DMC Co., Ltd. (hereinafter called "DMC").
PL-6930 / PL-7930 Series User Manual 4. Termination of the right of use (1) The licensee can at any time terminate the right to use the product by expunging or destroying the product and all the copied contents. (2) When a licensee contravenes these license contents, DMC can notify the licensee of termination of the right to use the product. In this case, the licensee shall return the product or all the copied contents to DMC within one month. 5.
Appendices 7. Restrictions on Export When the product is subjected to the regulation of the Foreign Exchange and Foreign Trade Control Act and the laws and regulations accompanying it and the Export, the licensee shall observe the corresponding laws and regulations and rules. http://www.dmccoltd.
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