Solutions for Demanding Applications VarTech Systems Inc. Industrial CRT and Flat Panel Displays VT084 DiamondVue Series 8.4” Flat Panel Series LCD Monitors Model Numbers: VT084C · VT084P · VT084PSS · VT084W VT084CXGA · VT084PXGA · VT084WXGA VT084P3 · VT084RDD User’s Guide Read these instructions completely before attempting to operate your new Color Display. 8.4’ DiamondVue User Guide 150.
Table of Contents Page Section 1 Page Section 4 Introduction 1 Touch screen 11 1.1 About LCD Monitors 1 4.1 Touch Screen Introduction 11 1.2 Product Safety Precautions 2 4.2 Touch Screen Definition 11 Section 2 Section 5 Display Setup 3 2.1 Display Features 3 2.2 Unpacking The Display 4 Section 6 2.3 Included Parts 4 Cleaning & Maintenance 2.4 Connecting Your Display 4 2.
Section INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 About LCD Monitors What you gain by using an LCD monitor in your industrial controls LCDs are the future of display technology. Although CRTS have dropped in cost significantly, they do not offer the performance, reliability, and mounting options available with LCDs. LCD monitors consist primarily of an LCD, Video Board and a Back Light video. The LCD determines to a large extent the viewing angle, brightness and contrast.
1.2 Product Safety Precautions ⇒ Ensure that sufficient space is available around the display to provide the circulation necessary for cooling. ⇒ Ensure that the ambient air temperature will not exceed the specified maximum temperature. ⇒ Do not attempt to service this display yourself. The rear chassis has a seal so that non qualified personal will not expose themselves to dangerous voltages or other risks.
Section DISPLAY SETUP 2 2.1 VT084 Series Display Features ⇒ The VT084 is capable of displaying 256K colors in a continuous spectrum. The high contrast LCD enhances the image with no geometric distortion. ⇒ The VT084 Series directly accepts an analog 5 wire RGB with separate H/V. ⇒ The VT084 Series is set to VGA 640 x 480. ⇒ The VT084 Series is available in Panel Mount, Chassis Mount packages.
2.2 Unpacking and setting up your display Your LCD monitor package will consist of the components listed below. Open shipping container and lay all components on a flat clean surface. 2.3 What is included with your display ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ 2.4 VT084P, VT084C, VT084W LCD Monitor 5 ft Video Cable. +12VDC power connection. (115/220VAC “Brick” Power Supply is optional) 10-32 Mounting Hardware.
2.6 Signal Connections Cont. You can use an HD-15 connector cable or a BNC adapter cable to connect the flat panel monitor to the host computer. The HD-15 video cable (supplied in the kit) you use with this monitor is equipped with a conventional HD-15 connector at each end. Note: The following figure is the view looking into the pin end of the male connector or solder term end of the female connector.
2.5 Signal Connections Cont. Optional BNC Adaptor Cable A 5-BNC-to-HD-15 adapter cable is available. The functions of the cables are described below. ⇒ R, B, and G: Red, Green, and Blue input connectors to establish color. These are used for RS-343 analog signals. ⇒ HS/CS: Separate horizontal/composite sync signal from the video source. ⇒ VS: Separate vertical sync signal from the video source.
Section GETTING STARTED 3 3.1 Adjusting the display The VT084 Series display has an embedded microprocessor in the converter card. Once you have the unit to display VGA do the following: In order to navigate to the appropriate adjustments, press Menu and the OSD layout chart will appear as indicated in Fig. 1 from left to right. If you press the “MENU” the new settings are saved and the OSM appear and your setting will be stored in the unit’s non volatile memory. Vartech Systems Menu Select www.
3.3 Adjustment Procedure OSD Display Menu Press Menu and the automatic adjustment will be the first item to appear on the OSD. Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to navigate to Geometry. Automatic Press Select again and the display will automatically adjust the geometry. Adjustment Press the Up/Down button to Color Balance. Hit Select again and the display will automatically preset the color balance to a factory preset value. Horizontal Position Press Menu.
3.3 Adjustment Procedure Cont. OSD Display Menu Color Color temperature adjustments allows the user to adjust for desired white balance. This can be achieved by adjusting the Color Temperature control or adjusting the individual Red, Green or Blue controls. Press Menu. Press the Up button to the eight icon which is Color . Hit Select and then press the Up/Down button to select the Color Temperature. Hit Select again and adjust the Up/Down button and adjust to one of the desired six digital values.
3.3 Adjustment Procedure Cont. OSD Display Menu Advanced The advanced control allows for several advanced adjustments. Factory Preset Sharpness OSD Horz. Pos OSD Vert. Pos The Vartech display has a number of standard settings installed at the factory for your convenience. If you make a number of adjustments and then want to default to the standard settings, proceed as follows. Factory Preset Press Menu. Press the Up button to the ninth icon which is Advanced.
Section 4 4.1 TOUCH SCREEN Introduction Touch screens are a common means to interface operator inputs to a system. The universal standard of Windows GUI (Graphical User Interface) has significantly increased the use of touch screens. There are four main touch technologies. The technologies are resistive, surface acoustic wave (SAW), capacitive, and infrared (IR). Each touch technology has advantages and disadvantages based on different user applications. 4.
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Trouble No Picture Troubleshooting Tip • • • • • The signal cable should be properly connected to the display card and computer. Try disconnecting the video cable from the display and connecting to a CRT display if available to confirm the presence of proper video. Make sure power is connected to the proper DC or AC source. Make sure the resolution mode is supported by the display and check settings of the display card.
Troubleshooting Cont. Trouble Screen is blank. Troubleshooting Tip • • • • Image is dim, even with brightness • and contrast controls set full UP. • • • Screen saver activated. Video Cable problem. Check for proper installation Change video cable Faulty video display. Needs Service Video cable problem. Check for proper installation of cables Faulty video source Faulty display Image not centered Reset the horizontal and vertical positioning using the on-screen menu.
Section 6 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE Cleaning Occasionally clean the display panel and cabinet with a soft cloth dampened (not soaked) with a mild (non-abrasive) glass cleaner. Keep turning a fresh side of the cloth toward the screen surface to avoid scratching it with accumulated grit. Note: The solvent should be applied only to the cloth, and not directly on the monitor screen. Do not use paper products as they may scratch the surface. To minimize the risk of abrasion, allow the screen to stand dry.
Section MECHANICAL DRAWINGS 7 Mechanical Drawings Model Description VT084C 8.4” Chassis Mount Mechanical Drawing 16 VT084P 8.4” Panel Mount Mechanical Drawing 17 VT084W 8.4” Wall Mount Mechanical Drawing 18 VT084RDD 8.4” Dual Rack Mount Mechanical Drawing 19 7.1 Page Chassis Mount Procedure Mounting instructions for chassis mount The chassis mount contains a simple frame with mounting holes.
Section SPECIFICATIONS 8 ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS Panel Size 8.4” Type Active Matrix Color Thin Film Transistor (TFT) Resolution Capabilities VGA Pixel Pitch 0.297mm Active Display Area: 6.7” x 5.
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