IEI Technology iSignager 10.4 User manual

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IEI Technology Corp.
User Manual
MODEL:
iSignager 10.4"
10.4" iSignager LCD with Wireless Module, Video Input
Audio Input & Output, DVI-I Output, LAN, USB,
IP64 Compliant Front Panel
Rev. 1.00 – 18 March, 2009

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Revision
Date Version Changes
18 March, 2009 1.00 Initial release

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Copyright
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to
improve reliability, design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part
of the manufacturer.
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or
consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or
documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
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owners.

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Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................................... 8
1.1 OVERVIEW.................................................................................................................. 9
1.2 FEATURES................................................................................................................... 9
1.3 SYSTEM OVERVIEW.................................................................................................. 10
1.3.1 Front View........................................................................................................ 10
1.3.2 Bottom Panel.....................................................................................................11
1.3.3 Rear View..........................................................................................................11
1.4 PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS............................................................................................ 13
1.5 SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 14
1.6 PACKING LIST........................................................................................................... 15
2 INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 17
2.1 HARDWARE INSTALLATION....................................................................................... 18
2.1.1 iSignager 10.4" Set-Up.................................................................................... 18
2.1.2 HDD Installation (Optional)............................................................................ 18
2.1.3 DVI/VGA Connection....................................................................................... 20
2.1.3.1 Supported Output Ports and Resolutions.................................................. 21
2.2 MOUNTING............................................................................................................... 22
2.2.1 Wall Mounting.................................................................................................. 22
2.2.2 Stand Installation............................................................................................. 24
2.2.3 Arm Mounting .................................................................................................. 25
3 OSD CONFIGURATION............................................................................................ 27
3.1 OSD MENU STRUCTURE .......................................................................................... 28
3.2 USING THE OSD....................................................................................................... 29
3.2.1 Image Menu ..................................................................................................... 29
3.2.2 Display Menu................................................................................................... 30
3.2.3 Color Menu...................................................................................................... 31
3.2.4 System Menu .................................................................................................... 32
3.2.4.1 OSD Configuration................................................................................... 33
3.2.4.2 Auto-Brightness (Auto-Dimming) Configuration..................................... 34

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3.3 REMOTE CONTROL................................................................................................... 35
A SERIAL PORT COMMANDS................................................................................... 36
A.1 CHECK AND MODIFY STATUS BY SERIAL PORT ........................................................ 37
A.1.1 Successful Message—LAN Connection........................................................... 44
A.1.2 Successful Message—Wifi Connection............................................................ 45
A.2 CHECKING CONNECTION......................................................................................... 46
A.2.1 Check the LED................................................................................................. 46
A.2.2 Ping in DOS Environment or Hyper Terminal Session ................................... 46
A.2.2.1 PC............................................................................................................. 47
A.2.2.2 iSignager 10.4"......................................................................................... 47
A.2.3 Check the Status in the Player Manager ......................................................... 47
A.3 NETWORK BEHAVIOR .............................................................................................. 47

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List of Figures
Figure 1-1: Front View..................................................................................................................10
Figure 1-2: Bottom Panel View....................................................................................................11
Figure 1-3: Rear View...................................................................................................................12
Figure 1-4: Dimensions (millimeters) .........................................................................................13
Figure 2-1: Format the HDD via IDE-USB Cable........................................................................18
Figure 2-2: Back Cover Retention Screws.................................................................................19
Figure 2-3: IDE Connector Location...........................................................................................19
Figure 2-4: IDE HDD Installation .................................................................................................20
Figure 2-5: Second Display Device Connection........................................................................20
Figure 2-6: Device Settings .........................................................................................................21
Figure 2-7: Wall-mounting Bracket.............................................................................................23
Figure 2-8: Chassis Support Screws..........................................................................................24
Figure 2-9: Stand Mounting.........................................................................................................25
Figure 2-10: Arm Mounting Retention Screw Holes..................................................................26
Figure 3-1: Image Menu ...............................................................................................................29
Figure 3-2: Display Menu.............................................................................................................30
Figure 3-3: Color Menu ................................................................................................................31
Figure 3-4: System Menu.............................................................................................................32
Figure 3-5: OSD Configuration....................................................................................................33
Figure 3-6: Auto Brightness Configuration ...............................................................................34
Figure 3-7: Remote Control .........................................................................................................35

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List of Tables
Table 1-1: iSignager 10.4" Specifications..................................................................................15
Table 1-2: Packing List.................................................................................................................16
Table 2-1: Supported Resolutions for the Second Display Device .........................................22
Table 3-1: OSD Menus..................................................................................................................29

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Chapter
1
1 Introduction

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1.1 Overview
The iSignager 10.4" is a multimedia display device developed by IEI to display dynamic,
visual and audio contents for a target audience. The flat front panel of the iSignager 10.4"
provides IP 64 protection, which effectively wards off dust and water. The iSignager 10.4"
comes with an application software, the iSignager AdDesign, to help users to design,
schedule and transfer dynamic contents for iSignager 10.4" to display. The built-in
wireless connection enables the display sources to be updated anytime anywhere. With
the iSignager 10.4", an advertising station is easily established and promotes the product
and services in the simplest way.
1.2 Features
Some of the iSignager 10.4" features are listed below.
10.4" TFT LCD
Built-in speakers
Support wall/stand/arm mounting
Built-in 802.11b/g wireless module and PIFA antenna
Multi-zone layout supports full spectrum of media formats
Flexible schedule management showing customized contents
Real time A/V input to display video from DVD player, NTSC/ PAL TV signal,
Digital Video Box, Cable TV within on large screen
High-resolution displays, HDTV, to produce the best advertising results
Contents can be stored in CompactFlash® disk, USB 2.0 flash drive or IDE/
USB hard disk drive
Uploading content remotely to the iSignager 10.4" through Network
management function
IP 64 compliant front panel
RoHS compliant

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1.3 System Overview
1.3.1 Front View
The front of the iSignager 10.4" is a flat panel TFT LCD screen surrounded by an ABS/PC
plastic frame. The iSignager 10.4" also includes two sensors and one LED on the front
panel:
Ambient Light Sensor
The ambient light sensor detects the brightness of the ambient environment
when the auto-dimming function is turned on.
Infrared Sensor
This sensor receives the signal from the remote control.
Power LED lights up turned on in green when the LCD monitor is on.
Figure 1-1 shows the front view of the iSignager 10.4".
Figure 1-1: Front View

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1.3.2 Bottom Panel
All peripheral device connectors are located on the bottom panel of the iSignager 10.4".
The following is a list of the bottom panel peripheral device connectors used on the
iSignager 10.4".
Power switch
12V power connector
RS-232 serial connector
RJ-45 Ethernet connector
USB connector
Audio jacks (audio in, audio out)
Composite BNC connector
DVI-I connector
CompactFlash® slot
Figure 1-2 shows the bottom panel.
Figure 1-2: Bottom Panel View
1.3.3 Rear View
The rear panel features fan ventilation holes and four retention screw holes that support a
VESA FDMI (MIS-D 100) wall-mounting bracket, a stand or an arm.

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Figure 1-3: Rear View

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1.4 Physical Dimensions
The physical dimensions are shown below.
Width: 276 mm
Height: 227 mm
Depth: 51 mm
Figure 1-4: Dimensions (millimeters)

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1.5 Specifications
Table 1-1 shows the specifications.
iSignager 10.4" Specification
LCD Size 10.4"
Max. Resolution 800 x 600
Brightness (cd/m2) 400
Contrast 500:1
LCD Color 16.2 million
Pixel Pitch (mm) 0.264 x 0.264
View Angle (H / V) 120/100
Backlight MTBF (Hrs) 50000
Video Out 1 x DVI-I (DVI/VGA)
Video In 1 x Composite BNC
Audio In 1 x Audio jack
Audio Out 2 x AMP 1.5W speakers
1 x Audio jack
USB 1 x USB 2.0 port
Serial Port 1 x RS-232
Ethernet 1 x 10/100BASE-T
802.11b/g Wireless Built-in
Storage 1 x CF Type II
1 x 2.5” IDE HDD (internal)
Power Adapter 60W
Power Consumption 27 W
Mounting Wall, Stand, Arm
OSD function No
Ambient Light Sensor No
Dimension (WxHxD) (mm) 276 mm x 227 mm x 51 mm
Operation Temperature 0°C ~50°C
Safety CE, FCC, UL
IP Level IP 64

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iSignager 10.4" Specification
N/G Weight 1.33 kg
Table 1-1: iSignager 10.4" Specifications
1.6 Packing List
The package includes the following components. If anything is missing or defective,
please contact IEI immediately.
Quantity Item Image
1 iSignager 10.4"
1 AC power adaptor
1 Power cord
1 1GB demo CompactFlash® card
1 Screw set
1 DVI-I to VGA adapter
1 RCA video cable
1 Audio cable

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Quantity Item Image
1 iSignager AdDesign software companion
CD
Table 1-2: Packing List

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Chapter
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2 Installation

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2.1 Hardware Installation
2.1.1 iSignager 10.4" Set-Up
To set up the iSignager 10.4" (the player), follow the steps below:
Step 1: Connect audio and video input to the player (if available).
Step 2: To transfer player settings or sequences to the player via the network, connect
the iSignager 10.4" to the same LAN of the PC via an Ethernet cable (optional
step).
Step 3: Connect the player to the power supply. Step 0:
NOTE:
After the hardware installation, a formatted CF card/HDD with display
content and player settings generated by iSignager AdDesign has to be
installed in the iSignager 10.4" for broadcasting.
2.1.2 HDD Installation (Optional)
A hard drive disk (HDD) can be used as the storage device on the iSignager 10.4" instead
of the CF card. The HDD provides larger data storage capacity. Before installing the HDD,
please install the iSignager AdDesign first and design the layout and sequence with the
iSignager AdDesign (see iSignager AdDesign user manual). After designing the display
content in the iSignager AdDesign, follow the steps below to install IDE HDD.
Step 1: Format the HDD as FAT 32 format. Connect the HDD to a computer with an
IDE-USB cable and format the HDD.
Figure 2-1: Format the HDD via IDE-USB Cable

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Step 2: Generate a playable disk to the HDD. Follow the steps in the AdDesigner
manual to prepare the hard drive. Disconnect the HDD from the computer.
Step 3: Remove the plastic back cover. The plastic back cover is secured to the
chassis with few retention screws. Remove the retention screws and lift the back
cover off.
Figure 2-2: Back Cover Retention Screws
Step 4: Locate the IDE connector on the board. The location of the IDE connector is
shown below.
Figure 2-3: IDE Connector Location

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Step 5: Install the HDD into the system by inserting the HDD to the IDE connector on
the board.
Figure 2-4: IDE HDD Installation
Step 6: Replace the aluminum cover and the plastic back cover. Step 0:
2.1.3 DVI/VGA Connection
The iSignager 10.4" supports dual display via the DVI-I connector on the bottom panel. To
connect the iSignager 10.4" to a monitor, follow the instructions below.
Step 1: DVI: Connect the DVI cable to the DVI port on the bottom panel. Connect the
other side of the DVI cable to the second display device.
VGA: Connect the DVI-I to VGA adapter to the DVI port on the bottom panel.
Connect the VGA cable to the iSignager 10.4" and the second display device.
Step 2: Connect the audio cable from the output on the iSignager 10.4" to the audio
input on the other monitor.
Figure 2-5: Second Display Device Connection