Allen-Bradley Industrial 10.4" Flat Panel Monitor User manual

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Industrial 10.4" Flat Panel Monitor
(Bulletin 6185-A)
Installation and User Manual
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Description........................................................................... 3
Package Contents................................................................. 4
Installing the 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor.............................. 5
Panel Mounting.................................................................... 6
Connecting the 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor........................... 12
Initial Video Setup................................................................ 16
Operating the 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor............................. 19
Routine Maintenance............................................................ 22
Troubleshooting ................................................................... 23
Appendix A: Touchscreen Serial Interface........................ 24
Description........................................................................... 24
Setting Up the Touchscreen Interface.................................... 24
Performing a Calibration...................................................... 26
Appendix B: HD-15 Video Cable....................................... 27
Appendix C: Backlight Replacement................................. 28
Replacing the Backlight........................................................ 28
Specifications...................................................................... 29
Important User Information Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of
electromechanical equipment. "Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation, and
Maintenance of Solid State Controls" (Publication SGI-1.1) describes some important
differences between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices.
Because of this difference, and because of the wide variety of uses for solid state
equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment must satisfy themselves
that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation be responsible or liable for indirect or
consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes.
Because of the many variables and requirements associated with any particular
installation, Rockwell Automation cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual
use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation with respect to use of the
information, circuits, equipment, or software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written
permission of Rockwell Automation is prohibited.
Throughout this manual, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations.
ATTENTION: Identifies information about practices or
circumstances that can lead to personal injury or death,
property damage, or economic loss.
Important: Identifies information that is especially important for successful
application and understanding of the product.
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The Bulletin 6185-A 10.4" Industrial Flat Panel Monitor offers the
following capabilities:
•Bright (300 nits) Active Matrix-TFT 640 x 480 display
•Displays video formats from 640 x 400 to 640 x 480 (non-interlaced)
•140°H viewing angle
•NEMA 4/12 or 4X panel
•Touchscreen options
•AC (85-264V) or DC (24V) inputs
•Plug and Play
ATTENTION: The equipment described in this
document generates, uses, and emits radio frequency
energy. The equipment has been tested and found to
comply with FCC Rules, Part 15, subpart J, for Class A
computing devices.
The use of non-shielded interface or power cords with
Allen-Bradley industrial monitors is prohibited.
Description
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Available Options
The following options are available to the 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor:
•AC and DC power options
•NEMA 4/12 or 4X (stainless steel) front panel options
•Touchscreen option
•Video cable options
•Power cord options
The monitor shipping carton contains the following items:
•Monitor
•Monitor adjustment utility on floppy diskette
•Package of mounting hardware
•AC power cord (optional)
•Video cable (optional)
•This user manual
A 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor with a touchscreen option is shipped with
these additional items:
•Supporting software and manuals
•RS-232 serial extension cable (optional)
Unpacking the Unit
Before unpacking a new monitor, inspect the shipping carton for
damage. If damage is visible, immediately contact the shipper and
request assistance. Otherwise, proceed with unpacking.
Note:
Make sure you keep the original packaging for the monitor
in case you need to return the monitor for repair.
Package Contents
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This section describes how to install the monitor.
Tools Needed
In addition to the tools required to make the cutout, you will need the
following tools:
•3/8” Deep Well Socket
•1/4” Drive Extension - 6” or longer
•1/4” Drive Ratchet or 1/4” Drive Torque Ratchet
Before Installation
When installing the unit, it is important to consider environmental
factors at the site that could affect performance as well as possible
effects from equipment operation on personnel and nearby equipment.
Following the guidelines will help ensure that the monitor will provide
safe and reliable service.
•Ensure that sufficient power is available from a single phase AC
outlet at the site.
•Ensure that sufficient space is available around air inlets and outlets
to provide the circulation necessary for cooling. Never allow air
passages to become obstructed.
•Ensure that the ambient air temperature will not exceed the
specified maximum temperature. A user supplied fan, heat exchanger
or air conditioner may be required to meet this condition in some
installations.
•Leave the monitor’s enclosure or cover in place at all times during
operation. The cover affords protection against high voltages inside
the monitor and inhibits radio-frequency emissions that might
interfere with other equipment.
•The Federal Communications Commission has prepared a pamphlet
that addresses the problem of radio frequency interference to radio
and television reception, which should be consulted in case of
problems with such interference. This publication, “How to Identify
and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems” (Stock #004-000-
00345-4) may be obtained from the US. Government Printing Office,
Washington, DC 20402.
Installing the 6185-A Flat
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•Determine the minimum and maximum ambient humidity for the
monitor by consulting the specification sheets at the back of this
manual. Ensure that the humidity of the ambient air will not exceed
these limits. In very dry environments, static charges build up very
readily. Proper grounding of the equipment through the AC power
cord can help reduce the likelihood of static discharges, which may
cause shocks and damage electronic components.
When properly installed, the 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor is designed to
provide protection against water and dust to NEMA 4 and NEMA 12
standards.
No slides or shelves are required because the 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor
is designed to be supported by the panels in which it is installed.
Figure 1
Generic Panel Mount Diagram
Panel Mounting
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Panel Mounting Guidelines
Observe the following precautions before installing the unit in a panel:
•Confirm that there is adequate space behind the panel. Remember to
allow extra space (0.5 in. or 12.7 mm) for air circulation. A cabinet
with a minimum depth of 3.3 in. (84 mm) is sufficient.
•Take precautions so that metal cuttings do not enter any components
that are already installed in the panel.
•Supporting panels should be at least 14 gauge to ensure proper
sealing against water and dust and to provide proper support. The
mounting hardware supplied accommodates panels up to 0.25 in.
(6.35 mm) thick.
Note:
Supporting panels must be cut and drilled to
specifications prior to installation.
ATTENTION: Failure to follow these warnings may
result in personal injury or damage to the panel
components.
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Dimensions
This section provides diagrams you need to follow to install the unit.
Figure 2
Dimensions (Front View)
Figure 3
Dimensions (Side View)
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Figure 4
Dimensions (Back View)
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Panel Mounting Procedure
1. Cut and drill the panel (refer to following figure). Units are in mm
[inches].
Note:
Use #10-32 or M5 self-locking nuts for mounting.
Figure 5
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. Refer to the figure on this
page.
4. Install 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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5. Tighten all mounting bolts evenly to a torque of 24 inch-pounds.
ATTENTION: Mounting nuts must be tightened to a
torque of 24 inch-pounds to provide panel seal and avoid
potential damage. Rockwell Automation assumes no
responsibility for water or chemical damage to the
monitor or other equipment within the enclosure due to
improper installation.
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The side panel of the 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor has connectors for
attaching cables to accomplish the following:
•Connecting to a host video source (HD-15 VGA connector)
•Connecting to a host touchscreen control port (DB-9 connector)
(optional)
•Connecting to AC power (IEC connector) or DC power (terminal
block)
Note:
Some connectors on your monitor may differ from the
following figure.
The following figure illustrates the standard configuration for the 6185-
A Flat Panel Monitor.
Figure 6
Side Panel
Connecting the 6185-A
Flat Panel Monitor
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Connecting the Video Source
The video connection to the host is made through a HD-15 (female)
connector located on the side panel.
Note:
For more information on using an HD-15 video cable to
connect to the host computer, refer to Appendix B
(Page 27).
To establish a signal using the HD-15 connector:
1. Obtain a shielded, properly terminated video cable of length as short
as possible. Longer cables (up to approximately 75 feet in some
cases) may be used, provided they are properly constructed. Your
package may include a six-foot video cable, if specified.
2. Connect one end of the cable to the female HD-15 video input
connector on the side panel of the monitor.
3. Connect the other end to the output of any IBM-compatible VGA
adapter or other video generator.
Connecting the Touchscreen Interface
The serial touchscreen interface connection to the host is made through
an RS-232 DB-9 (female) connector located on the side panel.
The optional touchscreen provides a high-resolution touch input system.
Driver software included with the package allows the touchscreen to
function with many popular DOS and Windows®-based industrial
applications as a pointing device (mouse).
Note:
Refer to the manual included with the touchscreen option
and Appendix A of this manual (page 24) for additional
details on the installation and operation of the touchscreen.
To connect the touchscreen:
1. For units with the touchscreen option, make sure you have one of the
optional serial cables.
2. Connect one end of the touchscreen serial cable to the T/S port
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.
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Connecting AC Power
The 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor requires a single phase power supply
providing 85 to 264V AC at 47 to 70 Hz. Power must be available at a
grounded three-pin outlet located nearby. Whenever possible, connect
the monitor to the same AC source that supplies the computer.
To connect AC power to the monitor:
1. Turn off the main switch or breaker.
2. Use the ground terminal of the monitor (below the power, video and
T/S connectors) to establish a chassis-to-earth ground connection.
Secure one end of a ground strap to the ground terminal. Connect
the other end of the ground strap to a good earth ground.
The ground terminal is an M5 screw.
ATTENTION: Chassis ground must be connected for
safe operation of the monitor. The AC receptacle on the
monitor is a 3-wire type with chassis ground pin, and the
mating AC cord supplied is a 3-wire type, designed for
connection to a grounded 3-pin AC outlet. However, a
properly ground AC outlet is not always available, and
grounding using a 3-wire cord can easily be defeated. If
you fail to ground the monitor properly, the setup may
result in personal injury from electrical shock or damage
to the equipment.
3. Connect the socket end of the AC power cord to the mating
connector on the rear panel of the monitor. Position the power cord
retaining clip attached to the rear panel connector over the cord’s
socket to secure it in place.
4. Connect the plug end of the AC power cord to the main outlet.
5. Restore AC power to the outlet.
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Connecting DC Power
The 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor requires a DC power supply providing
18 to 32V DC.
To connect DC power to the monitor:
1. Turn off the main switch or breaker.
2. Use the ground terminal of the monitor (below the power, video and
T/S connectors) to establish a chassis-to-earth ground connection.
Secure one end of a ground strap to the ground terminal. Connect
the other end of the ground strap to a good earth ground.
The ground terminal is an M5 screw.
ATTENTION: Chassis ground must be connected for
safe operation of the monitor. The DC screw terminals on
the monitor have a chassis ground pin. However, some
DC sources may not provide a proper ground path. If you
fail to ground the monitor properly, the setup may result
in personal injury from electrical shock or damage to the
equipment.
3. Connect the +VDC wire to the “+V” screw terminal. Connect the -
VDC wire to the “-V” screw terminal. Connect the power source
ground wire to the GND screw terminal. Tighten down the screw
terminals.
4. Restore DC power.
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The 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor is configured at the factory, but typically
requires initial adjustments to ensure the best screen image. Rockwell
Automation provides the Flat Panel Monitor Adjustment Utility with
each flat panel monitor to assist you in adjusting the monitor settings.
Common Flat Panel Video Adjustments
The 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor provides controls to adjust the following
aspects of the monitor video display:
•Horizontal and vertical position
•Horizontal size of the display
•Clock phase
•Brightness and contrast
It is important that you make initial adjustments to these settings to
ensure that the screen image on the flat panel monitor is set up correctly.
If the horizontal or vertical position of the display is not adjusted
correctly, one edge of the screen image extends beyond the side of the
monitor screen.
The horizontal size and clock phase adjustments are especially important
for flat panel monitors. If the horizontal size setting is not properly
adjusted, the screen image contains vertical shaded bars. If the clock
phase setting is not properly adjusted, the screen image is “jittery.”
Figure 7
Monitor Video Adjustments
You may also need to adjust the brightness or contrast of the screen
image based on the conditions of the location in which the monitor is
installed.
Initial Video Setup
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Adjusting Settings
Use these instructions to adjust the video settings to achieve the best
screen image.
Note:
For more information on the location and operation of the
controls on the monitor, refer to Page 20.
Step 1 - Start the Adjustment Utility
1. Insert the diskette which was provided with the monitor in the floppy
drive of the host computer
2. Start the Flat Panel Monitor Adjustment utility using the instructions
on the diskette label.
The utility displays an image on the screen to assist you in adjusting
the monitor settings.
Note:
The utility may take several seconds to display the
screen image.
Step 2 - Adjust the horizontal size
1. Press and hold the H button on the back panel of the monitor until
both the Display Active Indicator (green) and the Fault Indicator
(red) begin to blink at the same time.
2. Use the + and - buttons to adjust the horizontal size until the vertical
shaded bars disappear and the screen image fits the display precisely.
3. To exit this mode and save the new size, quickly press the H button.
To exit without saving, press the Rst button.
Note:
The vertical size is fixed and requires no user adjustment.
Step 3 - Adjust the horizontal position
1. Press and hold the H button on the back panel of the monitor until
the Display Active Indicator begins to blink (green).
2. Use the + and - buttons to adjust the horizontal screen position.
3. To exit this mode and save the new position, quickly press the H
button. To exit without saving, press the Rst button.
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Step 4 - Adjust the vertical position
1. Press and hold the V button on the back panel of the monitor until
the Fault Active Indicator begins to blink (red).
2. Use the + and - buttons to adjust the vertical screen position.
3. To exit this mode and save the new position, quickly press the V
button. To exit without saving, press the Rst button.
Step 5 - Adjust the clock phase
Use the Clk control to adjust the clock phase of the monitor to match the
video clock rate. Adjust the control until the screen image is sharp and
there is no screen “jitter.” The change should be most apparent in the
vertical lines of the screen image.
Step 6 - Adjust the brightness and contrast
1. Use the Contrast ( ) control to adjust the difference between the
light and dark elements in the screen image.
2. Use the Brightness ( ) control to adjust the overall intensity of the
screen image.
Note:
Allow time for the backlight on the monitor to warm up
completely before you adjust the brightness control.
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This section describes how to operate the 6185-A Flat Panel Monitor.
You can adjust the monitor attributes using the controls on the back
panel.
Power Indicator
A tri-color LED is provided on the front panel to indicate various
operating modes. The following table describes the functions assigned to
the default LED, which is a single light that can be green, amber, or red.
Table A
Power Indicator LED
LED Color Indication
Green (solid) Normal operation
Amber (solid) Power ON, loss of video sync or disconnected video
cable
Green (blinking) Adjust mode: Horizontal position
Red (blinking) Adjust mode: Vertical position
Amber (blinking) Adjust mode: Horizontal size
Operating the 6185-A Flat
Panel Monitor
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