Allen-Bradley 6185-C User manual

Industrial 15" and 12.1"
Flat Panel Monitors
Bulletin 6185-C and Bulletin 6185-B
Installation and User Manual

2Bulletin 6185-C and 6185-B Industrial Flat Panel Monitors
Publication 6185-5.1
6185-C and 6185-B Industrial Flat Panel Monitors........... 5
Description........................................................................... 6
Part Numbers........................................................................ 8
6185-C Monitor Hazardous Locations................................... 9
Power Indicators................................................................... 9
Installing Your Monitor...................................................... 10
Before you Begin.................................................................. 10
Installing Your Monitor......................................................... 12
Making Connections........................................................... 15
Connecting the Monitor........................................................ 15
Safety Considerations........................................................... 16
Connecting a Host Video Source........................................... 16
Connecting the Touchscreen Interface (Optional).................. 17
Connecting Power................................................................. 17
Configuring Video Setup .................................................... 20
Setting Up Your Workstation................................................. 21
Starting the Screen Setup Utility........................................... 24
Adjusting Your Monitor with the OSD.................................. 25
Full Range Dimming Control (Optional 6185-C Only)......... 31
Calibrating the Video Gain.................................................... 33
Performing Routine Maintenance...................................... 34
Cleaning............................................................................... 34
Replacing a Line Cord.......................................................... 34
Other Maintenance................................................................ 34
Troubleshooting and Support............................................. 35
Troubleshooting.................................................................... 35
Allen-Bradley Support.......................................................... 37
Appendix A: Installing Your Monitor in a Rack............... 38
Installing the 6185-C with Optional Rack Adapters............... 38
Appendix B: Monitor Dimensions...................................... 41
6185-C Dimensions.............................................................. 41
6185-B Dimensions.............................................................. 44
Appendix C: Touchscreen Serial Interface ........................ 46
Description........................................................................... 46
Setting Up the Touchscreen Interface.................................... 46
Appendix D: Video Cables.................................................. 49
HD-15 Video Connector ....................................................... 49
Appendix E: Product Specifications................................... 50

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Publication 6185-5.1
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.

4Bulletin 6185-C and 6185-B Industrial Flat Panel Monitors
Publication 6185-5.1

Publication 6185-5.1
6185-C and 6185-B Industrial6185-C and 6185-B Industrial
Flat Panel MonitorsFlat Panel Monitors
This manual provides installation, operation, and maintenance
instructions for the Allen-Bradley 6185-C and 6185-B monitors.
This manual supports the following Rockwell Automation models:
•15.0” Panel mount (6185-C)
•12.1” Panel mount (6185-B)
Note: If you want to place your monitor into a rack, you can use
the optional rack adapters brackets.
Figure 1
6185-C and 6185-B Panel Mount Figure 2 6185-C Panel Mount
with Optional Rack Adapter Brackets

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Publication 6185-5.1
The 6185-C and 6185-B monitors offer the following:
•256K color (18-bit) display
•AC or DC power options
•Plug and Play compatible
•120°H, 100°V viewing angle
Capabilities specific to the 6185-B include the following:
•Bright (250 nits) Active Matrix-TFT 800x600 display
•Video formats supported from 640x480 to 800x600
Capabilities specific to the 6185-C include the following:
•Bright (200 nits) Active Matrix-TFT 1024x768 display
•Video formats supported from 640x480 to 1024x768
•Class 1, Division 2 Hazardous Area Certification
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.
Available Options
The following options are available:
•AC and DC power options
•NEMA 4/12 (IP65/IP53 equivalent) or 4X (stainless steel) front panel
options
•Touchscreen options
•Video cable options
•Power cord options
The following are also available for the 6185-C:
•Full-range dimming
•Rack mount adapter brackets (EIA-19 8U)
Description

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Package Contents
The shipping cartons contain the following items:
•Monitor
•Screen setup utility on floppy diskette
•Package of mounting hardware
•AC power cord (optional)
•Video cable (optional)
•This user manual
A monitor with a touchscreen option ships with these additional items:
•Supporting software and manuals
•RS-232 serial extension cable (optional)

8Bulletin 6185-C and 6185-B Industrial Flat Panel Monitors
Publication 6185-5.1
The part number for your particular unit consists of the Bulletin number
(6185) followed by a seven-digit code indicating the size (B or C) and
options on your unit.
Following are explanations of the part numbers for the various models of
monitors.
Example:
6185 CAAAAAZ
1 2345678
Table A
Catalog Number Explanation for 6185-C and 6185-B Monitors
Position Option Option
Letter Category Description
B12.1” Panel Mount Monitor2Enclosure type C15.0” Panel Mount Monitor
ANEMA 4/12 Aluminum Panel3Front Panel
Type BNEMA 4X Stainless Steel Panel
AResistive Polished Touchscreen
CResistive Antiglare Touchscreen
WTempered Glass Anti Reflective Display Shield
4Touchscreen/
Display Shield
ZPolycarbonate Polished Display Shield
A120/240 AC input, USA Power Cord
B120/240 AC input, No Power Cord
5Power input
C24V DC Input
A6 foot (1.8 meter) HD15-HD15 Cable
B15 foot (4.6 meter) HD15-HD15 Cable
6External video
cable
ZNone
A6 foot (1.8 meter) DE9-DE9 Cable
B15 foot (4.6 meter) DE9-DE9 Cable
D6 foot (1.8 meter) DB9-DB25 Cable
7Touchscreen
serial cable
ZNone
AFull Range Dimming, 6185-C only8Accessories RRack Mount Adapter Brackets (EIA19-8U),
6185-C only
Part Numbers

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See the nameplate label on the 6185-C monitor for certifications.
ATTENTION: In Class I, Division 2 hazardous
locations, the panel mount (6185-C) must be wired per
the National Electric Code and/or Canadian Electric code
as it applies to hazardous locations.
A bi-color LED is provided on the front panel to indicate various
operating modes. The following table describes the functions assigned to
each color.
Table B
Power Indicator LED
LED Color Indication
Green (solid) Power ON, video sync detected (normal operation)
Amber (solid) Power ON, loss of video sync or disconnected video
cable
Optional Full Range Dimming is available on 6185-C models. If your
monitor has this option, you will have two LEDs. For more details on
using the Full Range Dimming functionality and reading the LEDs, see
Adjusting the Full Range Dimming Control on page 30.
6185-C Monitor
Hazardous Locations
Power Indicators

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Installing Your MonitorInstalling Your Monitor
This section describes how to install the 6185-C and 6185-B.
When installing the monitor, it is important to consider environmental
factors that could affect performance as well as possible effects from
equipment operation on personnel and nearby equipment.
The figure on the left displays the general process to install, connect, and
adjust your monitor.
Installation Guidelines
Following these guidelines will help ensure that the monitor provides
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. You may need a user-supplied fan,
heat exchanger, or air conditioner to meet this condition in some
installations.
Note: Remember that heat rises—many times the temperature at
the top of an enclosure is much higher than the rest of the
enclosure if the air is not circulating.
Important:This monitor is designed to operate at a range of extremes,
however it is not good design practice to continuously
operate the monitor at the highest end of the specified
temperature range.
While the product will operate at its highest specified
temperature, the overall life span of any electronic device is
shortened when it operates at its highest rated temperature.
•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
Before you Begin