Solutions for Demanding Applications VarTech Systems Inc. Industrial CRT and Flat Panel Displays VT170 Series 17.0” Flat Panel Series LCD Monitors VT170W · VT170 WX · VT170P · VT170PSS · VT170R · VT170RX User’s Guide Read these instructions completely before attempting to operate your new Color Display.
Table Of Contents Section 1 Section 5 Introduction Touch screen 5.0 About LCD Monitors 1.0 Touch Screen Introduction 5.1 Product Safety Precautions 1.1 Touch Screen Definition 5.2 Touch Screen Serial Interface 5.3 Section 2 Display Setup 2.0 Setting up the Touch Interface 5.4 Display Features 2.1 Installing Windows NT 4.0 Touch Drivers 5.5 Unpacking The Display 2.2 Installing Windows 95/98 Touch Drivers 5.6 2.2.1 Installing Windows 2000 Touch Drivers 5.
Section 1 Introduction About LCD Monitors 1.0 What you gain by using an LCD monitor in your industrial controls LCDs are the future of display technology. CRTs although they have dropped in cost significantly, 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.
1.1 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.
Display Setup Section 2 2.1 VT170 Series Display Features ⇒ Capable of displaying unlimited colors in a continuous spectrum. The high contrast LCD enhances the image with no geometric distortion. ⇒ The VT170 Series directly accepts an analog 5 wire RGB with separate H/V sync or 4 wire RGB with separate combined sync. (3 wire SOG is available as optional) ⇒ The VT170 Series is auto synchronous adjusting the display to the appropriate input between VGA, SVGA,XGA, and SXGA.
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. 2.2.1 What is included with your display ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ 2.3 VT170R or VT170P, or VT170C or VT170W LCD Monitor 5 ft Video Cable Chassis model only has a +12V power connection. (115/220VAC Power Supply is optional) 10-32 Mounting Hardware.
2.4 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.
2.4 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 3 Getting Started 3.1 Adjusting the display The VT170 Series display has an embedded microprocessor in the converter card. Once you have the unit displaying the resolution you desire for your application do the following: In order to navigate to the appropriate adjustments, press Menu and the OSD layout chart will appear as indicated as shown below.
3.1.1 Adjustment NOTE: The following adjustments are all under the ADJUSTMENT category. The outlined procedure covers the sequential adjustments under this category. If you desire to move to another category, press MENU and the UP or DOWN button and proceed to the desired category. All adjustments are graphically illustrated in yellow along with a digital value. Brightness Press MENU. Press the UP or DOWN button until you reach the ADJUSTMENT Category. Next press the SELECT button.
3.1.2 Color Adjustments NOTE: The following adjustments are all under the ADJUSTMENT category. The outlined procedure covers the sequential adjustments under this category. If you desire to move to another category, press MENU and the UP or DOWN button and proceed to the desired category. All adjustments are graphically illustrated in yellow along with a digital value. RED Press MENU. Press the UP or DOWN button until you reach the COLOR ADJUSTMENT category. Next press the SELECT button.
3.1.3 Setup Adjustments NOTE: The following adjustments are all under the ADJUSTMENT category. The outlined procedure covers the sequential adjustments under this category. If you desire to move to another category, press MENU and the UP or DOWN button and proceed to the desired category. All adjustments are graphically illustrated in yellow along with a digital value LANGUAGE Press MENU. Press the UP or DOWN button until you reach the SETUP ADJUSTMENT category. Next press the SELECT button.
Mounting Instructions 4 4.1 Chassis Mount Procedure Mounting instructions for chassis mount The chassis mount contains a simple frame with mounting holes. Traditionally captive hardware would be used to secure the display against a panel with the proper hole size based on the mechanical drawing. The chassis display is supplied with a piece of Plexiglas material sealed to the front for protection.
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4.2 Panel Mount Procedure Panel Mounting Procedure 1. Cut and drill the panel (refer to panel mount drawing). Measurements are in inches. Panel Mounting Cutout 2. If access to the side of the monitor is not available following installation, attach the power and video cables to the side of the monitor at this time. 3. Install the monitor in the prepared cutout. 4. Install the lock nuts and washers, supplied with the monitor, behind the holes running along the sides and top/bottom of the cutout in the panel.
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4.3 Rack Mount Procedure Rack Mounting Procedure 1. Carefully remove the monitor from its packaging. 2. Locate holes in the cabinet front mounting rails corresponding to the holes in the monitor front panel. Install clip nuts behind the holes in the rails if threaded rails are not provided. Note: The mounting rails that run vertically along the inside edges of the front opening of an EIA rack cabinet can be of two types: · “Wide” rails have holes spaced 0.5"(12.7 mm) and 1.25"(31.
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Section 5 5.1 Touch Screen Touch Screen Introduction Touch screen interfaces have become the standard interface in the past 5 years. They are, rugged, reliable, extremely flexible and easier than ever to implement! Over 90% of the display packages Vartech Systems builds are touch screen systems. If you are uncertain about using a touch screen, or are having difficulty, please call us.
5.2 Touch Screen Definition Cont. Connecting the touch screen 1. Make sure all optional cables have been received. 2. Connect one end of the 6 foot touch screen serial cable to the touch screen port D9 connector on the side of the monitor. 3. Connect the other end to any communications port on the host computer. 4. Tighten the captive screws on the cable connector to secure it. 5.
5.5 Installing Touch Screen Driver Windows NT 4.0 1. Start your computer. 2. Insert the MonitorMouse for Windows NT disk into drive A. 3. Click the Start button then click Run. 4. Type “a:\setup” in the space provided and press Enter. 5. Follow the directions on the screen. 6. MonitorMouse for Windows NT provides two Installation options. Most users should select Typical (the default) and click Next to continue. Custom allows you to install the sample touch screen programming files. 7.
5.6 Installing Touch Screen Driver Windows 95/98 11. Double-click Elo Touch screen to run the touch screen control panel. 12. Click the Calibrate button and touch each of the three targets as they appear on the screen. 13. Click yes when the cursor lines up correctly with your finger. Click OK to close the touch screen control panel.
Section 6 Frequently Asked Questions 6.0 Why should I use and Analog interface LCD monitor? There are several reasons to use an analog interface display, but there are 3 primary reasons 1 Analog RGB [Red Green Blue] video interface has been bee around aroundfor forabout about1010years yearsand andhas has proven to be a robust, flexible, cost effective video interface that has expanded from VGA [640 x x 480]totoUXGA UXGA[1600x1200] [1600x1200]resolution. resolution.
7.0 Section 7 Trouble Troubleshooting Tips Troubleshooting Tip No Picture ⇒ 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.
7.0 Troubleshooting Tips Cont. Trouble Screen is blank. Troubleshooting Tip Screen saver activated. Video Cable problem. Check for proper installation Change video cable Faulty video display. Needs Service Image is dim, even with brightness and contrast controls set full UP. 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.
8.0 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.
9.0 VT170 Series Specifications Display Size 17.0 Inch Panel Type TFT Active Resolution Capabilities VGA to SXGA* Pixel Format 640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 1024* Pixel Pitch .264mm (w) x .264mm (h) Viewing Angle Left / Right: 89º/89º Up / Down: 89º/89º Active Display Area 13.304” (w) x 10.643” (h) 337.920mm (w) x270.336mm (h) Contrast Ratio 600:1 Typical Brightness 250 Nits Backlight 50,000 Hours Typical Colors Supported 16.8M Video Input 0.
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