Solutions for Demanding Applications VarTech Systems Inc. Industrial CRT and Flat Panel Displays Tray Mount Flush Mount In Honeywell Bezel VT181CH · VT181CH-IR VT181CHE-IR 18.1” Flat Panel for Honeywell Applications User’s Guide Read these instructions completely before attempting to operate your new Color Display.
Table Of Contents Section Page Section Section 1 Section 4 Introduction Touch screen 1.1 VT181CH Display Family 1 1.2 Product Safety Precautions 2 4.1 Touch Screen Introduction Page 10 Section 5 Section 2 Troubleshooting Tips 11 Display Setup 2.1 Display Features 3 Section 6 2.2 Unpacking The Display 4 Cleaning & Maintenance 2.3 Included Parts 4 2.4 Connecting Your Display 4 2.
Section 1 1.1 INTRODUCTION VT181CH Display Family The VT181CH, VT181CH-IR, and VT181CHE-IR are part of a series of LCD replacement displays for the Honeywell TDC Universal Stations (US) Classic Style furniture. The VT181CH displays are offered as chassis tray mount models and as flush mount models. The flush models mount to the Vartech Systems replacement console bezels or the Honeywell replacement console bezel for systems which have been upgraded to the 19" Sony monitor.
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 VT181CH Series Display Features ⇒ Capable of displaying unlimited colors in a continuous spectrum. The high contrast LCD enhances the image with no geometric distortion. ⇒ The Displays come with a HD15 Input Connector. The VT181CH also includes an HD15 to DB9 Video Adapter Cable. The VT181CHE-IR also includes an HD15 to 5BNC Video Adapter Cable.
2.2 Unpacking and setting up your display Your LCD monitor package will consist of the basic components listed below. Depending on the display configuration, additional components are supplied. 2.3 What is included with your display 18.1” LCD Monitor Video adapter cable (HD15 to DB9 or HD15 to 5BNC) Accessory Kit: 2-Chassis stops; OSD Membrane Kit; Optional Chassis Brackets; IR touch frame cable; VT181CH includes a HD15 to DB9 Video Adapter Cable; VT181CHE includes a HD15 to 5BNC Video Adapter Cable.
2.5 Signal Connections Cont. Use the HD15 to DB9 video adapter cable to connect the flat panel display to the EPDG I/O adapter board. Use the HD15 to 5BNC video adapter cable to connect the flat panel display to the original Red, Green, and Blue coax cable connected to the PDG I/O adapter board. The 2 extra BNC cables on the video adapter are not used. Note: The following figure is the view looking into the pin end of the male connector or solder term end of the female connector.
Section GETTING STARTED 3 3.
3.3 User Controls Direct Brightness Adjustment OSD Agent Description Brightness Controls the intensity of the backlight. After adjustment, the new Brightness value is displayed on the screen until the OSD timeout period expires. The new setting is then stored and the display returns to normal. Direct Contrast Adjustment OSD Agent Contrast Description Controls the contrast (video gain) of the picture.
3.3 Adjustment Procedure Cont. The Geometry Menu OSD Agent Edge Adjustment Description Adjusts Picture Size and Position Controls. The four “Edge” controls shift each edge within available limits. Note that the maximum available shift depends on the incoming video standard and the display panel type, and may be restricted vertically. This provides very flexible and easy to use image size an position control. Moire Corrects Moire. Choose from one of four correction tables.
3.3 Adjustment Procedure Cont. The System Menu: Contains functions which are more applicable to system operation than to picture adjustment. OSD Agent Description Esc Returns to the last saved setup. It is useful if an adjustment has been made in error. Save Saves all the user adjustments for the displayed signal type. The new adjustments are stored in non-volatile memory and so are still valid from a power down—power up cycle.
Section 4 4.1 TOUCH SCREEN Touch Screen Introduction The VT181CH-IR and VT181CHE-IR are supplied with a new flat IR touch frame which is compatible with the original monitor IR touch frame. Connect the DB9 cable connector to the DB9 connector on the new IR touch frame. Connect the 10 position (2x5) connector to J1 on the I/O Adapter board. Connect the 7 position (1x7) connector to J4 of the I/O Adapter board. It will be necessary to reboot the system for the new touch frame to be activated.
Section 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting Tips Problem Troubleshooting Tip No image on display screen 1. Check that the power cord of the station has been connected to the display. 2. Check that the power switch of the Display has been turned to the on position. 3. Check that the Video (Signal) Cable from the Display has been securely and correctly connected to the I/O adapter board. 4. Check that the Video Card and the I/O adapter card are firmly seated in the card slots of the stations.
Section 6 CLEANING AND MAINTANENCE 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 7 MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Mechanical Drawings Model Description Page(s) VT181CH/CHE Tray Mount 14-15 VT181CH/CHE Flush Mount 16-17 7.1 Mounting Procedure - Tray Mount 1. Remove the original CRT display monitor. Keep the two "L" shaped brackets. These brackets will be used to mount the flat display. Included with the display are a set of brackets for both upper and lower tier mounting. 2. Remove the original front console bezel and 20" curved IR touch frame. 3.
Section 8 SPECIFICATIONS ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS Panel Size 18.1” Type TFT Bright Active matrix AR / AG Protective Faceplate Resolution Capabilities PDG and EPDG Pixel Pitch 0.2805mm Active Display Area 14.315” x 11.308/” 359.04mm x 287.23mm Viewing Angle (Left/Right) 80/80º Viewing Angle (Up/Down) 80/80º Contrast Ratio 350:1 Brightness 300 Nits Response Time TR = 15ms typical TF = 15ms typical Back Lights Cold Cathode 50,000 Hrs.
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