Advantech AWS-8259 User manual

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AWS-8259
15" TFT LCD workstation with
9 slots
User’s Manual

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Copyright
This document is copyrighted July, 2002, by Advantech Co., Ltd. All
rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make im-
provements to the products described in this manual at any time. Spec-
ifications are thus subject to change without notice.
No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or trans-
mit-ted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission
of Advantech Co., Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended
to be accurate and reliable. However, Advantech Co., Ltd., assumes no
responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements upon the rights of
third parties which may result from its use.
Acknowledgements
AWS-8259T, AWS-8259TP, AWS-8259T-T and AWS-8259TP-T are all
trademarks of Advantech Co., Ltd. IBM and PC are trademarks of Inter-
national Business Machines Corporation. MS-DOS is a trademark of
Microsoft Corporation. All other brand and product names mentioned
herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective own-
ers.
1st Edition
Printed in Taiwan July 2002

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FCC Class A
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful in-
terfer-ence when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ-
ment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy. If not installed and used in accordance with this user’s manual, it
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
this equip-ment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interfer-
ence, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.

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Packing List
Before you set up the AWS-8259 workstation, make sure that the
following materials have been included with the package, and that this
manual is in good condition. If anything is missing or damaged, contact
your dealer immediately:
• One AWS-8259 industrial workstation with 15" flat panel display
• One accessory box, including:
- One power cord
- One HMI manual and drivers CD-ROM
- Cable to link front PS/2 connector to CPU card
- Flat gray cable for 3.5" HDD and slim CD-ROM
- Cable to link front VGA connector to CPU card (DB-15, male to male)
- Cable to link USB/Ind./Power connector to chassis (male to male)
- Eight rubber clamp pads which attached to hold-on clamp
- RS-232 cable to link touchscreen to CPU card (only -T models)
• CDR-842-0024
• CDR-8259-24X (optional)
- 24X slim type CD-ROM
- Power cable
- Screw bag with four screws
• USB-3250
- 2 m cable to link front VGA connector to CPU card
- 2 m cable to link front PS/2 connector to CPU card
- 2 m cable to link USB/Ind./Power connector to chassis
- Front floppy cover bracket
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or
sales representative immediately.

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Safety Instructions
1. Read these safety instructions carefully.
2. Keep this User’s Manual for later reference.
3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use
a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near
the equipment and must be easily accessible.
5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.
6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Drop-
ping it or let-ting it fall may cause damage.
7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the
equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.
8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connect-
ing the equipment to the power outlet.
9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
10.All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the
power source to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.
12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electri-
cal shock.
13.Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should
be opened only by qualified service personnel.
14.If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked
by service personnel:
a. The power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work
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e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
15.DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT
WHERE. THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -
20° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 60° C (140° F). THIS COULD DAM-
AGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT SHOULD BE IN A
CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.
The sound pressure level at the operator’s position according to IEC
704-1:1982 is no more than 70dB (A).
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1.
Advan-tech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any state-
ments contained herein.

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Wichtige Sicherheishinweise
1. Bitte lesen sie Sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.
2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.
3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Ver-
wenden Sie Keine Flüssig-oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten dient ein
angefeuchtetes Tuch zur Reinigung.
4. Die NetzanschluBsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und le-
icht zugänglich sein.
5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.
6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein
Kippen oder Fallen könnte Verletzungen hervorrufen.
7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Gerät
vorüberhit-zungschützt.SorgenSie dafür, daB diese Öffnungen nicht
abgedeckt werden.
8. Beachten Sie beim. AnschluB an das Stromnetz die AnschluBwerte.
9. Verlegen Sie die NetzanschluBleitung so, daB niemand darüber fall-
en kann. Es sollte auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.
10.Alle Hinweise und Warnungen die sich am Geräten befinden sind zu
beachten.
11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten
Sie es vom Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspan-
nung eine Beschädi-gung vermieden.
12.DurchdieLüftungsöffnungendürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüs-
sigkeiten in das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw. elek-
trischen Schlag aus-lösen.
13.Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elek-
trischen Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet
werden.
14.Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz
zu trennen und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:

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a - Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.
b - Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.
c - Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.
d - Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend
funktioniert oder Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung
erzielen.
e - Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.
f - Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.
Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000
beträgt 70dB (A) oder weiger.
DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC704-1.
Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements
contained herein.

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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction ............................................... 1
1.1 Description........................................................................................2
1.2 Specifications ....................................................................................4
1.3 Features.............................................................................................6
1.4 Dimensions ........................................................................................7
1.5 Complete Functionality ...................................................................8
1.6 Modular Design Concept.................................................................9
Chapter 2 System Setup .......................................... 11
2.1 Integration system setup................................................................12
2.1.1 General................................................................................. 12
2.1.2 Opening the Rear Panel .....................................................13
2.1.3 Adding Cards.......................................................................14
2.1.4 Installing Hold-down Clamps.............................................15
2.1.5 Installing Optional Disk Drives ..........................................16
2.1.6 Connecting Cables .............................................................20
2.1.7 Connecting External Keyboard and Mouse......................22
2.1.8 Panel Mounting ...................................................................23
2.1.9 Rack Mounting ....................................................................24
Chapter 3 Macro Key Programming........................ 25
3.1 Introduction ....................................................................................26
3.2 Macro Components........................................................................26
3.3 Syntax..............................................................................................27
3.4 How To Use SFED8259 COM .......................................................29
3.5 Examples .........................................................................................30
Chapter 4 Maintenance ............................................ 33
4.1 Detaching the Backplane and Bracket .........................................34
4.2 Power Supply..................................................................................35
4.3 Keyboard Translator .....................................................................36

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Appendix A Separate system setup ........................... 39
A.1 Separate system setup .....................................................................40
A.1.1 How to separate the AWS-8259 .........................................40
A.1.2 Connecting the LCD monitor and control chassis .......... 41
A.1.3 Install the 3.5" floppy in the front panel............................43
A.2 Mounting.........................................................................................45
A.2.1 Panel Mounting ...................................................................45
A.2.2 Rack Mounting ....................................................................46
A.2.3 Wall Mounting...................................................................... 46
A.2.4 Desktop Stand ..................................................................... 47
A.2.5 Swing Arm Mounting .......................................................... 48
Appendix B Power Supply Specifications ................. 49
B.1 Voltage Characteristics.................................................................. 50
B.2 -48 VDC Power Supply..................................................................58
B.3 24 VDC Power Supply ...................................................................62
Appendix C OSD Selection ......................................... 65
C.1 Supported Input Timing Modes....................................................66
C.2 Keypad Interface............................................................................67
C.3 OSD Function .................................................................................68

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Figures
Figure 1-1: Dimensions............................................................................................7
Figure 1-2: Completefunctionality ........................................................................8
Figure 1-3: Modular design concept ......................................................................9
Figure 2-1: Opening the rear door .......................................................................13
Figure 2-2: Installing add-on cards ......................................................................14
Figure 2-3: Card Installation Note .......................................................................15
Figure 2-4: Installing Hold-down clamp..............................................................16
Figure 2-5: Installing optional disk drives - overall view ...................................16
Figure 2-6: Installing two hard disks & CD-ROM.............................................18
Figure 2-7: Installing floppy .................................................................................19
Figure 2-8: Connectingcables ..............................................................................21
Figure 2-9: Connect front keyboard.....................................................................22
Figure 2-10: Connect rear KB ................................................................................22
Figure 2-11: Panelmounting ..................................................................................23
Figure 2-12: Rackmounting ...................................................................................24
Figure 3-1: The Macro Editor screen ..................................................................29
Figure 3-2: Macro examples .................................................................................30
Figure 4-1: Detaching the backplane and bracket ..............................................34
Figure 4-2: Installing the power supply ...............................................................35
Figure 4-3: Keyboard translator input/output (basic schematic) ......................37
Figure 4-4: Keyboard translator input/output (basic schematic) ......................38
Figure A-1: Detach the LCD panel and controlling chassis................................40
Figure A-2: Connecting the control chassis..........................................................41
Figure A-3: Screw the steel plate ..........................................................................42
Figure A-4: Re-install the floppy...........................................................................42
Figure A-5: Screw the housing kit.........................................................................44
Figure A-6: Panel Mounting ..................................................................................45
Figure A-7: Rack Mounting...................................................................................46
Figure A-8: Wall Mounting ...................................................................................46
Figure A-9: Desktop Stand ....................................................................................47
Figure A-10: Swing Arm Mounting ........................................................................48

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Tables
Table B-1: Static output characteristics .............................................................51
Table B-2: DC output current load range ..........................................................52
Table B-3: Step load limit ....................................................................................53
Table B-4: Over voltage protection .....................................................................54
Table B-5: Harmonic Limits, Class D .................................................................56
Table B-6: -48 VDC power supply output characteristics...................................58
Table B-7: -48 VDC power supply DC output wire list .......................................61
Table B-8: 24 VDC Power Supply Output load range.........................................62
Table B-9: 24 VDC Power Supply load regulation ..............................................63

Chapter 1 AWS-8259 Introduction 1
Introduction
•Description
•Specifications
•Features
•Dimensions
•Complete Functionality
•Modular Design Concept
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1.1 Description
The AWS-8259 is an all-new designed, 9-slot, 15" TFT LCD worksta-
tion. With a flexible two-piece design, the AWS-8259 is not only consid-
ered to be an integrated computing workstation but can be separated and
used as a LCD display and control chassis. This provides a flexible and
cost-saving way for users to meet different kinds of application needs for
industrialcomputingplatforms.TheAWS-8259 also provides many pow-
erful features such as an easy-to-maintain, waterproof touch pad; front
access USB port & floppy; vibration protection for two HDDs. Thus, the
AWS-8259 is especially suitable for oil monitoring systems, ship control
centers, machine automation and more.
Two-piece design meets all your applications
Sometimes, users want to save the installing space or keep the LCD
monitor away from the control computer to protect the control data. They
need a LCD monitor and control chassis that can be separated. The
AWS-8259 can do that. The AWS-8259 can be configured two ways,
integrated or separated, to meet the all the requirements of industrial
computing platforms. This provides additional flexibility for users to set
up flexible systems according to their applications.
Easy-to-maintain
The AWS-8259 makes maintenance fast and easily. First, if there are
problems with the LCD display, the two-piece design allows you to
replace it or service it simply and quickly. This helps saves downtime
costs associated with system crashes. Secondly, the AWS-8259 provides
a "hinge" for the rear door. When you open the rear door and want to
maintain the CPU or I/O cards, them hinged rear door makes access
much more convenient. Third, when maintaining floppy, HDD or
CD-ROM, users do not need to take out multiple screws. It only takes
few seconds to replace or service devices. The AWS-8259 provides a
simple and quick way for users to maintain systems, saving much time
and effort.

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Easy front panel access
To provide a convenient way for users to access data, the AWS-8259
offers complete I/O ports in the front panel for devices such as a touch
pad; 2 USB ports; a PS/2 port for keyboard; floppy drive, function &
programming keys. This makes it easier to access data from the panel
instead of from the control chassis.
Special design to protect HDD & CD-ROM from vibration
damage up to 1 G
The AWS-8259 also provides a special design for HDD/CD-ROM
vibration protection. This makes the AWS-8259 especially suited for the
easy-to-vibrateenvironment such as ship controlling center; train ortruck
monitoring; machinery and more.
Industrial design meets every harsh environment
In addition, the AWS-8259 also features many powerful functions to
meet the industrial-grade requirements. The front panel is made of Alu-
minum and being chemical treated by anode. That prevents the panel
from damaging by acid and salt. Besides, it's waterproof and IP65/
NEMA4 compliant. The AWS-8259 also offers the stainless steel chas-
sis. It also protects the chassis. For keeping the system working properly,
the AWS-8259 provides a fan & filter to avoid overheating & dust. In
addition, the AWS-8259 also provides three mounting ways to fit differ-
ent application: 19" rack, panel or wall mounting.

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1.2 Specifications
Type: Integrated or separate LCD panel/ control chassis
LCD Panel
•Display type: 15" SVGA TFT LCD
•Front panel: Aluminum, meets NEMA4/IP65
•LCD display interface: VGA
•Max. Resolution: 1024 x 768
•Maximum Colors: 262 K
•Luminance (cd/m2): 200
•Viewing angle: 120°(H), 100°(V)
•LCD MTBF: 50,000 hours
•Backlight lifetime: 25,000 hours
•Display setting: OSD on front panel
•I/O port: 2 USB ports, floppy drive, 6-pin PS/2 keyboard connector
with dust-protection door
•Touch pad interface: PS/2 mouse
•Indicators: LEDs for Power On/Off and HDD activity
•Membrane keypads: One with 39 operating keys, one with 10
function keys and 10 programmable macro function keys
•Operating temperature: 0 ~50°C
Control Chassis
•Chassis: Stainless steel
•Slot:
1 CPU, 8 ISA (AWS-8259T or AWS-8259T-T series).
1 CPU, 4 ISA, 4 PCI (AWS-8259TP or AWS-8259TP-T series)
•Disk drive housing: Supports one 3.5" FDD, two 3.5" HDD & one
slim CD-ROM (HDD and CD-ROM optional)

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•Cooling system: One 86 CFM fan
•Operating temperature: 0°~ 50°C (32°~ 122°F)
•Relative humidity: 5 ~ 85% @ 40°C, non-condensing
•Storage temperature: -20°~ 60°C
•Storage humidity: 5 ~ 95% non-condensing
•Dimensions (W x H x D): 483 x 355 x 235 mm (19" x 14" x 9.3")
•Gross Weight: 22 kg (48.4 lbs)
•CE, FCC, BSMI compliant
Passive Backplane
•PCA-6109P4: 4 PCI, 4 ISA, 1 CPU slot backplane
•PCA-6109: 9 ISA slot backplane
Power Supply
AC input 300 W (standard offer)
•Input: 90 ~ 135 V AC or 180 ~ 265 V AC , switchable
•Output: +5 V @ 30 A; +12 V @ 15 A; +3.3 V @ 24 A
-5 V @ 0.3 A; -12 V @ 0.8 A; +5 V SB @ 2 A
•MTBF: 100,000 hours
•Safety: UL/CSA/TUV
•Input: 90 ~ 135 V AC or 180 ~ 265 V AC , switchable
•Output: +5 V @ 30 A; +12 V @ 15 A; +3.3 V @ 24 A
-5 V @ 0.3 A; -12 V @ 0.8 A; +5 V SB @ 2 A
•MTBF: 100,000 hours
•Safety: UL/CSA/TUV

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1.3 Features
•15", 9-slot TFT LCD workstation, resolution : 1024 x 768
•Two-piece design: integrated or separated LCD panel & control
chassis.
•Built-in touch pad, USB port, floppy on the front panel
•Special design makes maintenance simple and easy- rear door hinge.
•Vibration protection up to 1 G
•IP65/NEMA 4, Aluminum panel and stainless steel chassis.
Note: For AWS-8259 series, we recommend PCA-6180, PCA-6003
series CPU cards.

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1.4 Dimensions
Before you rack-mount or panel-mount the AWS-8259, use the following
diagram to verify that the mounting screws correspond with the holes in
your panel/rack.
Figure 1-1: Dimensions
375.60 [14.79]
222.00 [8.74]
13.00 [0.51]
445.60 [17.54]
53.50 [2.11]
181.50 [7.15]
354.80 [13.97]
482.60 [19.00]
332.80 [13.10]
11.00 [0.43]
15.50 [0.61]
25.00 [0.98]
279.40 [11.00]
465.00 [18.31] 13.00 [0.51]
Cut-out dimensions : 449 mm X 336 mm

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1.5 Complete Functionality
Figure 1-2: Complete functionality
15” TFT LCD
OSD
20programmable
function/macrokeys
Water-prooftouchpad Two front access USB ports
Dust protection door Power switch
Keyboardconnector
HDD indicator (Left) Power indicator (Right)
Front access floppy
Reset switch
Data-entrykeypad
Aluminum alloy panel meets
Stainless chassis
Cooling fan with filter
CD-ROM
Industrial
power supply
Rearkeyboard
connector
Power on/off switch
(only for LCD monitor)
PS/2 Keyboard/mouse port
USB/Ind./Powerconnector
RS-232 for Touch screen
VGA connector