Advantech POC-176 User manual

User Manual
POC-176
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor-
based Point of Care Terminal
with 17" TFT LCD

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Instructions for the User
The document combines text and illustrations, providing a comprehensive overview
of the system. The information is presented as sequential steps of action, allowing
the user to learn directly how to use the device.
The text provides explanations and instructs the user step-by-step in the practical
use of the product, with short, clear instructions in easy-to-follow sequence.
Definitions
Part No. 2008017610 Edition 1
Printed in Taiwan April 2009
Warning! A WARNING statement provides important information about a poten-
tially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Caution! A CAUTION statement provides important information about a poten-
tially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury to the user or patient or in damage to the equipment or
other property.
Note! A NOTE provides additional information intended to avoid inconve-
niences during operation.

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Safety Instructions
Strictly follow these Instructions for Use, please read these safety instructions care-
fully.
You are reminded to keep this User's Manual for later reference, and any use of the
product requires full understanding and strict observation of all portions of these
instructions. Observe all WARNINGS and CAUTIONS as rendered throughout this
manual and on labels on the equipment.
Repair of the device may only be carried out by trained service personnel. Advantech
recommends that a service contract be obtained with Advantech Service and that all
repairs also be carried out by them. Otherwise the correct functioning of the device
may be compromised.
If one of the following situations arises, have the equipment checked by service per-
sonnel:
a. The power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the
user's manual.
e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do
not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning and keep this equipment away from
humidity.
Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting it fall
may cause damage. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located
near the equipment and must be easily accessible.
Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the equip-
ment to the power outlet. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do
not place anything over the power cord. If the equipment is not used for a long time,
disconnect it from the power source to avoid damage by transient over voltage.
Warning! Because of the danger of electric shock, never remove the cover of a
device while it is in operation or connected to a power outlet.
Caution! To avoid short-circuits and otherwise damaging the device, do not allow
fluids to come in contact with the device. If fluids are accidentally spilled
on the equipment, remove the affected unit from service as soon as pos-
sible and contact service personnel to verify that patient safety is not
compromised.
Caution! To prevent overheating, it is recommended to install the unit in an
upright position. Do not lie it flat on a table and do not cover the open-
ings or place the device in direct sunlight or near radiant heaters.

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If your computer clock is unable to keep accurate time or the BIOS configuration
resets to default, please check the battery.
Improper installation of VESA mounting can result in serious personal injury! VESA
mount installation should be completed by a professional technician, please contact
the service technician or your retailer if you need this service. The detailed installa-
tion procedure is specified in Appendix A.
CLASSIFICATION:
!Supply Class I adapter
!No applied parts
!IPX1
!Continuous operation
!Not AP or APG category
Maintenance: To properly maintain and clean the surfaces, use only the approved
products or clean with a dry applicator.
Make sure users do not come in contact with SIP/SOPs and the patient at the same
time.
Caution! Do not leave this equipment in an uncontrolled environment where the
storage temperature is below -20°C (-4°F) or above 60°C (140°F). This
may damage the equipment.
Caution! Do not replace the battery yourself. Please contact a qualified technician
or your retailer.
The computer is provided with a battery-powered real-time clock circuit.
There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Warning! This device is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anes-
thetic mixtures with air, oxygen, nitrous oxide, or as a life support sys-
tem.
Caution! When servicing the device, always use replacement parts that meet
Advantech standards. Advantech Medical cannot warrant or endorse
the safe performance of third-party replacement parts for use with our
medical device.

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When connecting electrical devices, the operator is responsible for ensuring that the
resulting system meets the requirements set forth by the following standards:
EN 60601-1 (IEC 60601-1)
Medical electrical equipment
Part 1: General requirements for safety
EN 60601-1-1 (IEC 60601-1-1)
Medical electrical equipment
Part 1-1: General requirements for safety
Collateral standard: Safety requirements for Medical electrical systems
EN 60601-1-2 (IEC 60601-1-2)
Medical electrical equipment
Part 1-2: General requirements for safety
Collateral standard: Electromagnetic compatibility; Requirements and tests
Accessory equipment connected to the analog and digital interfaces must be in com-
pliance with the respective nationally harmonized IEC standards (i.e. IEC 60950 for
data processing equipment, IEC 60065 for video equipment, IEC 61010-1 for labora-
tory equipment, and IEC 60601-1 for medical equipment). Furthermore all configura-
tion should comply with the system standard IEC 60601-1-1. Anyone who connects
additional equipment to the signal input or signal output is configuring a medical sys-
tem, and is therefore responsible that the system complies with the requirements set
forth in standard IEC 60601-1-1. The unit is for exclusive interconnection with IEC
60601-1 certified equipment in the patient environment and IEC 60XXX certified
equipment outside of the patient environment. If in doubt, consult the technical ser-
vices department or your local representative.

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FCC Class B
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B dig-
ital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfer-
ence when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. 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 com-
munications.
Note that even when this equipment is installed and used in accordance with this
user's manual, there is still no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this equip-
ment is believed to be causing harmful interference to radio or television reception,
this can be determined by turning the equipment on and off. If interference is occur-
ring, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
!Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
!Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
!Connect the equipment to a power outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
!Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
List of Accessories
Before installing your Point-of-Care Terminal, ensure that the following materials
have been received:
!POC-176 series Point-of-Care Terminal
!Accessories for POC-176
–CD-ROM disc-"Drivers, User's manual and Utilities"
–Mounting kits and packet of screws
–VESA mounting note x1
–China RoHs note x1
Warning! Any changes or modifications made to the equipment which are not
expressly approved by the relevant standards authority could void your
authority to operate the equipment.
Warning! No user serviceable parts inside, refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Only the accessories indicated on the list of accessories above have
been tested and approved to be used with the device. It is strongly rec-
ommended that only these accessories be used in conjunction with the
specific device. Otherwise the correct functioning of the device may be
compromised.

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Additional Information and Assistance
Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service cen-
ter for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the following
information ready before you call:
!Product name and serial number
!Description of your peripheral attachments
!Description of your software (operating system, version, application software,
etc.)
!A complete description of the problem
!The exact wording of any error messages
!This equipment is a source of electromagnetic waves. Before use please make
sure that there are not EMI sensitive devices in its surrounding which may other-
wise malfunction.
Manufacturer
Advantech Co., Ltd.
No.1, Alley 20, Lane 26, Rueiguang Road Neihu District, Taipei,
Taiwan 11481, R.O.C.
TEL: [phone]
Distributed in Europe by:
Advantech Europe GmbH Kolberger Straße 7
D-40599 Düsseldorf, Germany
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Visit the Advantech websites at www.advantech.com or www.advantech.com.tw if
you need more information.

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Contents
Chapter 1 General Information ............................1
1.1 Introduction ............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Specifications ............................................................................................ 2
1.3 Dimensions ............................................................................................... 5
Figure 1.1 Dimensions of the POC-176....................................... 5
Chapter 2 System Setup.......................................7
2.1 A Quick Tour of the POC-176 ................................................................... 8
Figure 2.1 Front View of the Point-of-care Terminal.................... 8
Figure 2.2 Rear View of the Point of Care Terminal .................... 8
Figure 2.3 Rear View: Point of Care Terminal with I/O ports....... 9
Figure 2.4 Side View: Point of Care Terminal with I/O Ports ....... 9
2.2 Installation Procedures............................................................................ 10
2.2.1 Connecting the Power Cord........................................................ 10
Figure 2.5 Connecting the Power Cord ..................................... 10
2.2.2 Switch on the Power ................................................................... 10
Figure 2.6 Press the Power Button to Boot System ................. 10
2.3 Running the BIOS Setup Program .......................................................... 11
2.4 Installing System Software...................................................................... 11
2.5 Installing the Drivers................................................................................ 12
Figure 2.7 CD-ROM File Directory: "Drivers and Utilities" ......... 12
Chapter 3 Chipset and Graphics Setup ............13
3.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 14
3.1.1 Chipset........................................................................................ 14
3.1.2 Display Memory .......................................................................... 14
3.1.3 DVI Transmitter........................................................................... 14
3.1.4 Display Types ............................................................................. 14
3.2 Installation of Chipset Driver ................................................................... 15
3.2.1 Installation for Windows XP ........................................................ 16
Chapter 4 Audio Interface ..................................23
4.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 24
4.2 Installation of Audio Driver ...................................................................... 24
4.2.1 Installation for Windows 2000/XP ............................................... 25
4.3 Further Information.................................................................................. 26
Chapter 5 PCI Express Ethernet Interface ........27
5.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 28
5.2 Installation of the Ethernet Driver............................................................ 28
5.2.1 Installation for Windows XP ........................................................ 28
5.3 Further Information.................................................................................. 30
Chapter 6 Touch Panel Interface .......................31
6.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 32

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6.2 Installation of Touch Panel Driver ........................................................... 32
6.2.1 Installation for Windows XP ........................................................ 32
6.3 Further Information ................................................................................. 37
Chapter 7 1394b Interface.................................. 39
7.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 40
7.2 Driver Installation .................................................................................... 40
7.3 Further Information ................................................................................. 44
Chapter 8 Smart Card Reader Interface ........... 45
8.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 46
8.2 Driver Installation .................................................................................... 46
Chapter 9 Utilities and Hot Fix .......................... 49
9.1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 50
9.2 Wake up by External USB Device at S3 Resume (Wake up) ................. 50
9.2.1 Installation for Windows XP ........................................................ 50
9.3 Window Audio Volume Application ......................................................... 50
9.3.1 Installation for Windows XP ........................................................ 50
Chapter 10 Operational Information ................... 51
10.1 Plug in the Power Adapter ...................................................................... 52
10.2 Thermal................................................................................................... 52
10.3 Disconnect the Power ............................................................................. 52
10.4 General Safety Guide ............................................................................. 53
Appendix A Description of MB Connectors ........ 55
A.1 Description of MB Connectors ................................................................ 56
Figure A.1 Top View of POC-176 Motherboard with Local Connec-
tors ........................................................................... 56
Appendix B Windows Display Hot Key Function 59
B.1 Windows Display Hot Key Function ........................................................ 60
Appendix C PCM-8702 Jumper settings .............. 61
C.1 Jumper Locations.................................................................................... 62
Figure C.1 Jumper Locations ..................................................... 62
Table C.1: CN33 COM1 Pin 9 Output Configuration ................. 62
Table C.2: CN39 COM2 Pin 9 Output Configuration ................. 63
Table C.3: CN41 COM3 Pin 9 Output Configuration ................. 63
Table C.4: CN35 COM1 RS232/422/485 Output Type Settings 63
Table C.5: CN50 Internal USB Port 5 and Port 6....................... 64

Chapter 1
1General Information
Sections include:
!Introduction
!Specifications
!Dimensions

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1.1 Introduction
The POC-176 is a multimedia Intel Core 2 Duo Mobility processor-based computer
that is designed to serve as a Point of Care terminal (POC.) It is a PC-based system
with 17" color TFT LCD display, single DVI-I port, dual on-board 10/100/1000 PCI-E
Ethernet controller, quad COM ports, quad USB 2.0 ports and a 24-bit stereo audio
controller. With an optional 2.5" SATA HDD drive, the POC-176 is an user-friendly
computer. For system integrators, this highly integrated multimedia system lets you
easily build a Point of Care terminal into your applications. The POC-176 makes it an
ideal and safe point of care solution for patients and hospital practitioners.
The POC-176 is specially designed to resist spills and water damage, and ensures
dust resistance with its protected LCD, and sealed ports. The high contrast ratio
(800:1) of POC-176 makes it a perfect image terminal for PACS and DICOM applica-
tions. The POC-176 is a reliable solution to your application's processing require-
ments.
1.2 Specifications
Computing System
Chipset 945GME/ ICH7M Chipset
CPU
Intel® Core 2 Duo Processor T7400
(2.16 GHz 667 MHz 4 MB Unified 34 watts 1.1625
V-1.3 V 100°C 478μFC-PGA)
Front Side Bus 533/667 MHz
Memory
DDR2 533/667 Unbuffered Non ECC SODIMM
sockets x 2 (max. 4 GB)
* Due to standard PC architecture, a certain
amount of memory is reserved for system usage
and therefore the actual memory size is less than
the stated amount.
Graphics Controller Intel GMA 950 Graphics technology
Up to 224 MB of DVMT for graphics memory
Expansion Slot Mini PCIe 1 x Mini PCI slot, supports type IIIA Mini PCI
PCI 2.2 1 x PCI 2.2, accept low profile PCI Card
Storage HDD 1 x 2.5” SATA
Ethernet Interface 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (isolated) interface (RJ-45)
Identification 1 x Smart card reader
I/O Ports
2 x RS-232(isolated), 1x RS-232 and 1x RS232/
422/485(isolated) serial port;
4 x USB 2.0 ports;
1 x IEEE 1394b ports
1 x PS/2 mouse and K/B;
1 x DVI-I VGA port;
Speakers 2 x 1 W speakers; 1 x MIC-in and Speaker-out

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Chapter 1 General Information
Display
Display type 17" TFT LCD.
Max. Resolution 1280 x 1024
Max. Colors 16.7M colors (RGB 6-bits + FRC data)
Dot size (mm) 0.264 (per triad) x 0.264
Viewing angle 160°/160°
Luminance 300 cd/m2
Contrast ratio 800 : 1
LCD MTBF 50,000 hours
Backlight lifetime 50,000 hours at 6.5 mA
Power Supply
AC Model Internal ATX power supply
Input voltage 100 ~ 240 VAC , 5/3 A max. @ 50 ~ 60 Hz
Output voltage
+3.3 V @ 16 A, +5 V @ 18 A, +12 V1 @ 16 A,
+12 V2 @ 16 A, +5 Vsb @ 2.5 A, -12 V@ 0.5 A,
-5 V @ 0.2 A(300W)
Optional Touch-
screen
Type Analog Resistive
Resolution Continuous
Light transmission 75%
Controller RS-232 interface (use COM5)
Durability 30 million touches
Certification CE,FCC approved
UL60601-1,EN60601-1 approved
Environment
Temperature 0 ~ 40° C (32 ~ 104° F) (Operating)
Humidity 10 ~ 95% @ 40°C (non-condensing)
Shock Resistance 30G peak acceleration (11ms duration)
Power MTBF 100,000hrs
Water/dust
Resistance IPX1 compliant
Physical
Characteristics
Dimensions
(W x H x D) 437 x 377 x 132 mm (17.20” x 14.84” x 5.20”)
Weight 10 kg

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Cleaning/Disinfecting
During normal use of the Tablet PC, it may become soiled and should, therefore, be
cleaned regularly. Agents: Green tinctured soap and Enzymatic detergents
Steps:
1. Wipe the Tablet PC with a clean cloth that has been moistened in the cleaning
solution.
2. Prepare agent per manufacturer's instructions or hospital protocol.
3. Wipe thoroughly with a clean cloth
Optional Modules
!Memory: 1GB, 2GB DDR2 533/667MHz DRAM
!HDD: 2.5" SATA HDD
!Touchscreen: Analog resistive
Caution! Do not immerse or rinse the POC-176 and its peripherals. If you acci-
dentally spill liquid on the device, disconnect the unit from the power
source. Contact your Biomed unit regarding the continued safety of the
unit before placing it back in operation.
Do not spray cleaning agents on the chassis.
Do not use disinfectants that contain phenol. Do not autoclave or clean
the POC-176 or its peripherals with strong aromatic, chlorinated, ketone,
ether, or Esther solvents, sharp tools or abrasives. Never immerse elec-
trical connectors in water or other liquids.
Note! The Point-of-Care Terminal with the optionally installed touchscreen will
share COM5. Once the touchscreen is installed, COM5 cannot be used
for other purposes.

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Chapter 1 General Information
1.3 Dimensions
Figure 1.1 Dimensions of the POC-176

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Chapter 2
2System Setup
Sections include:
!A Quick Tour of the POC-176
!Installation Procedures
!Running the BIOS Setup Pro-
gram
!Installing System Software
!Installing the Drivers

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2.1 A Quick Tour of the POC-176
Before you start to set up the POC-176, take a moment to become familiar with the
locations and purposes of the controls, drives, connections and ports, which are illus-
trated in the figures below.
When you place the POC-176 upright on the desktop, its front panel appears as
shown in Figure 2.1.
Figure 2.1 Front View of the Point-of-care Terminal
When you turn the Point of Care Terminal around and look at its rear cover, the
sunken I/O section is at the bottom of the panel PC, as shown in Figure 2.2. (The I/O
section includes various I/O ports, including serial ports, DVI port, the Ethernet port,
USB ports, the DC power adapter jack, and so on.)
Figure 2.2 Rear View of the Point of Care Terminal
75mm 100mm

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The I/O section includes various I/O ports, including serial ports, DVI port, the Ether-
net ports, USB ports and so on. Ethernet & RS-232 I/O Connectivity with special port
isolation design.
Figure 2.3 Rear View: Point of Care Terminal with I/O ports
When you turn the Point of Care Terminal around and look at its left side and remove
the side cover, the sunken I/O section is at the left of the panel PC, as shown in Fig-
ure 2.3.
The I/O section includes various I/O ports, including a 1394b port, USB port, Smart
card reader and optical device.
Figure 2.4 Side View: Point of Care Terminal with I/O Ports

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2.2 Installation Procedures
2.2.1 Connecting the Power Cord
The POC-176 is powered only by an AC power cord. Always handle the power cords
by the plug ends only.
Follow these procedures in order:
1. Connect the female end of the power cord to the AC Power inlet of the POC-
176.
2. Connect the 3-pin male plug of the power cord to an electrical outlet. (See Fig-
ure 2.5)
Figure 2.5 Connecting the Power Cord
2.2.2 Switch on the Power
Switch on the reset switch on the front cover. (See Figure 2.6.)
Figure 2.6 Press the Power Button to Boot System
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