iTech Company DOD Series User manual

DOD Series
ALL-WEATHER MONITOR SERIES II
USER MANUAL
SIZES 8.4" - 10.4" - 12.1" - 15.0” RUGGED LCD DISPLAYS
© 2011 by iTechLCD LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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DOD Series
Table of Contents
Introduction ........................................................................... 3
Safety ................................................................................... 4
Product Care and Maintenance .................................................. 6
System Set-up ........................................................................ 9
Installation ............................................................................. 8
Display Connections .............................................................. 10
Optional AC Power Adapter .................................................... 11
Computer Hook-up ................................................................ 12
Operator Controls ................................................................. 14
On-Screen Display ................................................................. 15
Optional Internal Heater ......................................................... 19
Optional NVIS ...................................................................... 20
Optional USB Pass-Through Connector ..................................... 20
Optional Touch Screen Display ............................................... 21
Appendix A - Mechanical Drawings ......................................... 28
Appendix B - Troubleshooting ................................................. 28
Appendix C - NEMA and IP Industry Standards ......................... 30
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With this purchase of this All-Weather Monitor DOD Series, we welcome you to
iTechLCD’s family of harsh-duty mobile computer products.
You will soon become familiar with the quality difference in this bright sunlight-
readable (5 to 800 nits) Display, specifcally designed for mobile computing. ITECH has
incorporated the latest optical engineering to achieve optimal viewability in all lighting
conditions.
The DOD handles a wide-range of severe environments, making it the frst selection of
many industries for their mobile applications. Designed to be rugged, this 800 x 600
SVGA Flat Panel Display is engineered to thrive in its environment... wherever it will
be put it to work.
Housed in a milled billet aluminum case, the slim-profle DOD is light weight and
watertight, with fully sealed IP68 connectors. Engineered to operate on low power
consumption, the DOD manages a computer video input signal (VGA).
You may have purchased the DOD with the optional Analog Resistive Touch Screen;
within this User Manual are instructions for confguring this feature. Other options
include the Night Vision Filter (NVIS), a pass-through USB port and an internal heater,
necessary when working in critically low temperatures, down to -40ºC (-40ºF).
Our Mobile Computing Support Team is here for you – we are iTechLCD,
keeping Technology in Motion.
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SAFETY
General Safety Instructions
•Before operating the DOD Display, read this User Manual thoroughly
•Keep this User Manual for future use
•Verify the computer system capability (see System Set-up) to insure operation of
the Display
•For expeditious installation, follow these User Manual instructions in sequence
•Adhere to all Caution and Warnings on system and as stated in this User Manual
•User Manual instructions for installation and operation should be followed precisely
•Adjust only those controls covered by the User Manual’s operating instructions;
improper adjustment of other controls voids the Display’s warranty and may result
in Display damage, and
•Adhere to local installation codes.
Safety Icons
General Unit Safety
•Always disconnect Display from power source before cleaning
•Do not operate Display with a damaged cable, and
•Do not operate if Display has been dropped or damaged. Unit should be inspected
by qualifed ITECH Service Personnel.
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Electrical
Connecting Cables
•Disconnect power to computer when Display is being installed
•Upon installation, verify power input connector is securely seated on Display
•Position power cable so it is not in contact with hot surfaces
•Do not allow anything to rest on power cable, and
•Protect power cable from extreme heat sources.
Power Source
•Always connect to a properly grounded DC (standard) power source
•Any equipment to which Display is attached must also be connected to properly
wired and grounded power sources
•Input voltage is 10 - 36 VDC, and
•Power Consumption is: 6 - 20 Watts maximum for DOD8400R, 1000R and 1200R
and 6 40 Watts for DOD1500R.
Servicing
User
•User Servicing is limited to cleaning the Display
•Do not disassemble or modify the Display to avoid the possibility of electrical
shock, damage to its electrical components or scratching the Display surface, and
•Disassembly voids the warranty.
ITECH
ITECH Qualifed Service Personnel may be required to service the Display if:
•Does not operate normally when installation instructions are followed
•Does not operate normally when operating instructions are followed
•Has been dropped or damaged, or
•Exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
Shipping to ITECH Service Center
If Display should need to be shipped to the ITECH Service Center, the original
packing material should be used to insure safety of Display in shipping. Repack
Display as it originally received.
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PRODUCT CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Product Care
This DOD Display has been designed to provide optimum performance and service
without any required scheduled maintenance other than occasional cleaning.
Display Screen Cleaning
The Display Screen is a glass-based product.
•A vinegar-based cleaner is preferred; prevents streaking and degradation of coatings,
or a non-abrasive glass cleaner such as a professional foam glass cleaner
•Apply cleaning solution to a soft clean cloth, dampening slightly
•Keep a fresh side of cleaning cloth towards Display screen surface to avoid scratch-
ing with accumulated grit, and
•To minimize risk of abrasion to Display screen, air drying is recommended.
Optional Touch Screen
Touch Screen Cleaning
The Touch Screen Display is a glass-based product.
•Use a special screen cleaning tissue or a solution specifcally formulated for
antistatic coatings. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions, or
•Lightly dampen a soft clean cloth with water or a general purpose mild detergent
solution
•Keep a fresh side of the cleaning cloth towards the screen surface to avoid
scratching it with accumulated grit, and
•To minimize the risk of abrasion to the screen, air drying is recommended.
Display Enclosure
•Clean the Displayenclosure witha soft clean cloth lightly dampened with a general
purpose mild detergent solution
•Wipe down with clean water, and
•Dry with a soft clean cloth.
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Long-term Storage
•For long-term storage, Display should be stored in a normal indoor environment and
Display screen be protected from accidental damage
•For pedestal mount Displays, disconnect cable(s) and loosen arm adjustment to a
point where ball can be removed from arm, or
•For Flush or Panel Mount Displays, cover Display with a protective covering that will
not scratch or transfer dyes to Display screen.
Maintenance
Other Maintenance
Only ITECH Qualifed Service Personnel should perform all other maintenance except
for
cleaning and the power cable replacement described above.
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SYSTEM SET-UP
System Requirements
The computer the DOD is connected to must have this capability:
•Video card setting with a minimum resolution of 640 x 480 pixels, and
•If the optional Touch Screen Display is ordered, an available COM or USB port for the
connector is required, depending on the Display connector style ordered.
Shipping Box Contents
The DOD is shipped in a custom box with custom foam packaging. The installer
should save the box and all packagingmaterials in case the Display would need to be
returned to the ITECH Service Center.
The Shipping Box contents are:
•DOD Display
•Power Cable
•RGB (Computer) Input Cable
•Mounting System and Hardware
•Touch Screen Cableif optional Touch Screen Displayis ordered
•USB Cable if optional USB Pass-through is ordered
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The DOD is designed to be mounted in three confgurations: with a universal ball-and-
socket mounting kit, in a Flat Panel or optional Flush Mount confguration.
Pedestal Mount
The DOD is shipped with a RAM® universal ball-and-socket system mounting kit
(Figure 2). By installing the Display with this kit, the User can adjust the viewing angle
to improve viewability in changing environments. This ball-and-socket system has
proven to be successful in supporting an extreme amount of weight in high vibration
and diffcult-mount applications. Visit www.itechlcd.com/installation for product
mounting diagrams.
Locate the ball-and-socket system in the shipping box. The kit consists of two RAM
balls on mounting plates and a RAM arm with an adjustable T-knob and a packet of
three (3) M4 x 10 counter-sunk stainless screws for mounting to the DOD. (Figures 2
- 4)
Figure 3 Figure 4
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There are three mounting holes in the back of the Display for the attachment of a ball
mounting plate. Take care not to strip the screw holes or over tighten. (Figure 4)
It is recommended the remaining ball be mounted on a fat surface. Because of the
various surface substrates where the Display is to be mounted, the installer provides
the screws to mount the other ball.
•Note the location of the three mounting holes on a ball mounting plate (Figure 4)
•With three (3) M4 x 10 counter-sunk stainless screws (Figure 3) attach mounting
plate to the back of the DOD (Figure 2)
•Mount the second ball mounting plate on the surface where the Display is to be
installed
•Insert each ball into the RAM arm
•Lightly tighten the arm around the balls using the T-knob on the arm (Figure 2, 4)
•Adjust the Display to the viewing preference, and
•Tighten the T-knob to hold the Display in position.
Panel Mount
Panel Mount installation should be specifed at time of
order; the ball-and-socket mount system will not be
included in shipping box. (Figure 5)
For installation, there are four tapped mounting holes on
four corners of the Display’s rear panel. A mounting
hardware packet is included with product accessories in
the shipping box. This packet includes four (4) M4
stainless steel threaded studs, 7.6 cm (3” long), four (4)
Nylock self-locking nuts and four (4) fat washers.
It is recommended installer refers to the mount drawings Figure 5
on ITECH’s web site, (www.itechlcd.com/installation), for exact measurements of
Display’s rear panel pod. These drawings should be helpful when installer cuts the
required opening for the Panel Mount installation.
Flush Mount with Optional Bezel
With the Flush Mount Bezel, the DOD Flat Panel Display may be mounted fush with
mounting surface; ball-and-socket mount system or any mounting hardware will not be
included in the shipping box. Installer needs to supply screws for this installation.
The mount diagram of the Flush Mount Bezel is on ITECH’s web site, (www.itechlcd.
com/installation). When placement site has been decided, it is recommended installer
use these measurements when cutting opening for Display’s installation.
Note Locations of milled holes in Flush Mount Bezel. Drill corresponding holes into the
substrate where Display is to be mounted.
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DISPLAY CONNECTIONS
Cables
•The DOD is packaged with two cables:
RGB (Computer) Input and DC Power, #1
and 2 in Figure 5
•The AC Power Adapter is optional. (Figure
6)
1RGB (Computer) Input
2DC Power Input
Figure 5
Figure 6
Connectors
Connectors are located on the bottom of the Display housing, from left to right:
Optional USB Pass-through, Optional Touch (Screen) and Power and Computer Input,
(Figure 7).
Connectors are physically unique to insure the installer makes the proper connections.
1Optional USB Input
2Optional Touch Input
3Power Input
4Computer Input
Figure 7
Computer Input Connector
•The IP68 sealed Computer Input Cable, 3 m (10 ft), is in the shipping box
•Line up the red dots on the connectors
•Push the cable connector into Display’s Computer connector, #4 in Figure 7, and
•Plug the standard DB-15 (video) female connector to the computer’s video source;
secure.
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DC Power Connector
•The IP68 sealed DC Power Cable, 3 m (10
ft), is in the shipping box
•Line up red dots to Power Input connector,
#3 in Figure 7
•Plug in the quick-connect 3-pin connector
•To disconnect, pull outside ring on connector
away from Display until cable is free
•Positive fying lead is marked with “+” label
•Negative lead is not marked (Figure 8)
Connect fying leads to corresponding polarity on DC voltage source, primary terminal.
OPTIONAL CONNECTORS
Optional USB Pass-through Connector
•The optional USB Pass-through Connector is an IP68 sealed 4-pin connector
•The custom USB Cable is with the product accessories; it is .6 m (2 ft)
•Line up the red dots to USB connector, #1 in Figure 7, and
•Plug together.
•To disconnect, pull the outside ring on the connector away from Display until free.
Optional Touch Screen Connector
•The optional Touch Screen Connector is an IP68 sealed 5-pin connector
•The connector is next to the Power Connector
•The Touch Screen Cable is in the shipping box; it is 3 m (10 ft)
•Line up the red dots to Touch Connector, #2 in Figure 7, and
•Plug together.
OPTIONAL AC POWER ADAPTER
Optional AC Power Adapter
•The optional AC Power Adapter Cable Set consists of a 3 m (10 ft) cable with an
IP68 sealed connector, the power adapter and a 1.8 m (6 ft) common AC power
cord (Figure 6)
•The adapter accepts voltage from 110 to 250 VAC and frequency from 47 to 63Hz
•The AC power cord plug is a North American standard for 120 VAC/60Hz
•Line up the red dots to Power Input connector, #3 in Figure 7, and
•To disconnect, pull the outside ring on the connector away from Display until free.
Note: The optional AC Power Adapter is not an off-the-shelf item. It is equipped with a
specifc connector for integration with the DOD Display.
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Figure 8

COMPUTER HOOK-UP
Computer Display Properties - SVGA or XGA
Prior to connecting the DOD to the computer, connect the computer to a CRT monitor
to verify the computer video display properties are set to 800 x 600 (SVGA) pixels or
if ordered, the optional 1024 x 768 (XGA) pixels. The 15” video Display is to be set
to 1024 x 768 pixels (XGA).
Setting the Display Settings
1. Connect computer to a CRT monitor to estab-
lish the computer’s display properties
2. Right mouse click on an open area of the
desktop screen to bring up the Desktop Menu
3. Left mouse click on Properties to open the
Display Properties menu (Figure 9)
4. Select the Settings tab
5. Under Screen Resolution, verify or slide the
bar until the Screen Resolution is at 800 x 600
pixels (SVGA) or optional 1024 x 768 pixels
(XGA) (Figure 10)
6. Select the Advanced button; go to the next
menu to verify the Hz refresh rate
7. Select the Monitor tab
8. Under Monitor Settings, verify the Screen
Refresh Rate is between 60 and 75Hz
•If so, select the Cancel button; go to Step 9
•If not, select a setting within the 60 – 75Hz
range, and
•Select the Apply button
Figure 9
Figure 10
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9. At the Monitor Settings dialog box, select
“Yes” to accept the new desktop view
settings (Figure 11)
10. In the DisplayProperties dialog box, verify
the Screen Resolu-tion is at 800 x 600
pixels (SVGA) or optional 1024 x 768
(XGA)
11. Select the Apply button
12. At the desktop screen, shutdown the
computer
13. Turn off the monitor, and
14. Disconnect the monitor from the computer.
Figure 11
Power on the Display
•Connect the DOD to the computer
•Power up the DOD, and
•Power up the computer.
•The Windows Operating System should automatically apply the best generic driver
for this connection.
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OPERATOR CONTROLS
On the right hand side of the Display bezel are
seven Operator Control buttons (Figure 12)
POWER ON/OFF Button
Note: Display defaults to an AUTO-OFF state when power
is applied.
•The POWER ON/OFF button ismarked with
the I/O (Input/Output) symbol
•Momentarily pressing this button turns ON or
OFF the Display, and
•Blue LEDs glow behind the buttons when the
Display is powered on.
Select Button
The SELECT Button is used to start the OSD Menu. This button is also used to select
a function within the Menu. (See On-Screen Display.)
Up Arrow Button
The UP Arrow Button is an adjustment tool in the OSD Menu. (See OSD Menu Catego-
ries.)
Down Arrow Button
The DOWN Arrow Button is an adjustment tool in the OSD Menu. (See OSD Menu
Categories.)
Source Button
DOD handles one video source; SOURCE Button would be used to move between
video inputs without opening the OSD Menu. (See On-Screen Display section.)
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rightness Button
The toggle button is second; it controls the
brightness of the Display.
•LARGE SUN button: when repeatedly pressed or held down will cause the
Display’s backlight brightness to step up in increments to its brightest setting
•SMALL SUN button: when repeatedly pressed or held down will cause the
Display’s backlight brightness to step down in increments to its lowest setting,
•Lowest Setting: is almost total black, suitable in very subdued light, as in night time
operations, and
•Adjusted settings are maintained during power cycles.
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ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
The On-Screen Display (OSD) User Interface is where display adjustments are made.
With its user-friendly graphical interface, the OSD Menu provides access to fne-tuning
the Display according to the User’s preferences.
OSD Menu Activation
To activate the OSD menu, press and release SELECT Button.
Note: OSD Menu closes after 30 seconds of inactivity. This setting may be adjusted in the OSD
Menu: Tools: OSD Timeout.
OSD Menu Categories
The OSD Menu is comprised of fve icons and an Exit Button; each icon represents a
distinct menu category with its corresponding functions. (Figure 8)
Note: OSD Menu selections are indicated by icon only; there is no text.
Figure 8
General Operating Instructions
•To open the OSD Menu, press (once) the SELECT Button
•OSD Menu appears across bottom of Display screen;
•Use UP or DOWN Button to move across Menu; selected icon turns yellow (Figure 9)
Figure 9
•As Main Menu icon is highlighted, its Submenu appears in OSD dialog box
•Press (once) SELECT Button to enter selected Main Menu icon Submenu screen
•A highlight bar is superimposed over the frst menu item
•Press UP or DOWN Button to move the highlight bar through the Submenu
•Press (once) SELECT Button to activate the highlighted Submenu item
•To Change values: press UP or DOWN Buttons, which increases (UP) or decreases
(DOWN) the value of the parameter as indicated in OSD dialog box; hold Button
down to fast forward
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•Press (once) SELECT Button to go to a new menu item (Figure 10), or
•Press (once) SELECT Button to save new value or wait for OSD to timeout; it will
auto-close, saving all changes
•To choose another menu item, use UP or DOWN Button to move across Main Menu;
repeat instructions, and
•To Exit, use UP or DOWN Button to move across OSD Menu to highlight Exit Sign
icon; press (once) SELECT Button to Exit; upon Exit, all changes are saved.
Figure 10
OSD Menu Categories
Input Selection
The Input Selection Menu enables a selection of three Composite video input signals.
Selection is based on Display confguration and its dependency upon a specifc signal
source. Main power recycle resets input source to default, C Video 1 (Composite).
Note: The SOURCE Button on the Display allows for moving through various video input signals
without accessing the OSD Menu.
C Video 1
Select for frst Input Signal. Select Exit Button to save.
C Video 2
Select for second Input Signal. Select Exit Button to save.
C Video 3
Select for third Input Signal. Select Exit Button to save.
Exit
Select Exit Button to save changes and exit from OSD Menu.
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Image Enhancement
The Image Enhancement Menu enables adjustments of Image Enhancement values.
Sharpness
Select Sharpness to adjust Sharpness of displayed image. Use UP (right) or DOWN
(left) Button to adjust in preset increments. Select Exit to save.
Composite input signal factory default is 33 within a range of 0 - 100.
Black Level
Select Black Level to adjust Black Level of input Composite Signal. Factory default is
50 within a range of 0-100. Use UP (increase) or DOWN (decrease) Button to adjust in
individual increments. Select Exit Button to save.
Contrast
Select Contrast to adjust difference in brightness between light and dark areas of
Display pixels. Factory default is 50 within a range of 0 - 100. Use UP (increase) or
DOWN (decrease) Button to adjust in individual increments. Select Exit Button to save.
Exit
Select Exit Button to save changes and exit from OSD Menu.
Color
The Color Menu enables adjustments of Color Parameters of the Display image.
Composite Input Signal
Hue
Select Hue to adjust shading (gradation) within colors. Factory default is 50 within
range of 0 - 100. Use UP (increase) or DOWN (decrease) Button to adjust in individual
increments. Select Exit Button to save.
Saturation
Select Saturation to adjust intensity or vividness (saturation) of color. Factory default
is 50 within range of 0 - 100. Use the UP (increase) or DOWN (decrease) Button to
adjust in individual increments. Select Exit Button to save.
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Color Reset
Select Color Reset to reset active Composite signal Color parameters Hue and Satura-
tion to factory default values (50). Select Exit Button to save.
Note: Color parameters will reset active Composite Video Input Signal only.
Exit
Select Exit Button to save changes and exit from OSD Menu.
Image Settings
The Image Setting Menu enables Display screen adjustments if Display is set-up for a
VGA Input Signal.
Note: Composite: Icon will be grayed, as it is unavailable.
Tools
The Tool Menu enables adjustment of miscellaneous parameters.
OSD Timeout
Factory default OSD Timeout setting is 30 seconds. Interval selections are Off, 5, 15,
30 and 60 seconds. Select to adjust time elapse between last Menu activity and when
Menu exits. Use the UP (increase) or DOWN (decrease) Buttons to change the values.
Select Exit Button to save.
Note: Any changes made in will be saved upon Timeout Exit.
NVIS Green / NVIS Red
If unit is equipped with NVIS Green / NVIS Red option, User has to set the NVIS mode
to be active at power-on; Display will default to that NVIS color theme.
Use the UP ARROW Button to select NVIS Red.
Use the DOWN ARROW Button to select NVIS Green.
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Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Menu (Not Available with “R” Series; No Video Feed)
The User may view a second video source in addition to the default signal source by
utilizing the Picture-in-Picture (PIP) feature.
The PIP Menu has two selections: PIP Source; PIP Mode.
PIP Source
PIP Source allows User to select the Composite Video Source (C 1 - 3) for the PIP.
PIP Mode
PIP Mode allows User to select Display Video Source viewing modes of OFF or PIP.
•OFF: turns off the PIP setting
•PIP: turns on the PIP view
•Settings are maintained during power cycles (ON/OFF Button), and
•Settings return to factory default at main power recycle.
Factory Reset
Select Factory Reset to reset Display screen adjustments Color Settings (Sharpness,
Black Level, Contrast) and Color (Hue, Saturation) to factory default values (50). Select
Exit Button to save.
Exit
Select Exit Button to save changes and exit from the OSD Menu.
OPTIONAL INTERNAL HEATER
Optional Internal Heater
The optional Internal Heater automatically brings the Display up to the standard
operating temperature if the Display is below that temperature when powered on.
Operations
•The fashing blue LED lights behind the Operator Control Buttons indicate Displayis
in the heating mode, bringing the Display up to operational temperature
•Once the Display is up to operational temperature, the fashing blue LEDs become a
constant blue glow and the Display automatically powers on
•Maximum time for the Display to reach operational temperature is approximately 12
minutes, and
•There are no User adjustments for the Internal Heater function.
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NVIS OPTIONS
NVIS Filter
ITECH’s integrated NVIS options produce near zero to minimal color shift full sunlight
readability displays. The integrated NVIS complies with NVIS radiance value require-
ments of MIL-STD-3009 and MIL-L-85762A for Type 1, Class B, electro-optical dis-
plays and can be viewed with NVGs (Night Vision Goggles) through the entire bright-
ness range.
Dimming is not necessary to meet MIL-STD-3009, Class B NVIS requirements.
Note: Display brightness levels will be reduced with the NVIS option.
NVIS Green / Red (OSD)
NVIS Green / Red OSD option allows interfacing with Night Vision devices without
adverse effects. The Display will automatically power on in NVIS mode. Daylight
mode can be displayed by pushing the UP ARROW Button. This button allows User to
toggle between Day Mode and NVIS Mode.
User selects either NVIS Green or NVIS Red in the OSD menu. Once saved in the
OSD, the UP / DOWN ARROW Buttons will toggle between that selection (Green or
Red) and Day Mode; both NVIS colors are not available at the same time.
OPTIONAL USB PASS-THROUGH
CONNECTOR
Note: The USB Pass-through Connector on the other end is standard A-type USB port
socket and is not sealed.
Optional USB Pass-Through Connector
The optional USB Pass-through Connector signal is sent through the Touch Screen
(T/S) cable connection to the computer.
•Install T/S 5-pin connector to the Display’s rear pod, #2, Figure 7
•Install T/S cable’s USB connector to any computer USB port, and
•Install 4-pin, .6m (2 ft) USB Pass-through Cable to Display’s rear pod, #1, Figure 7
Optional USB Pass-Through Connector with Touch Screen Display
The optional USB Pass-through Connector signal is sent through the Touch Screen
(T/S) cable connection to the computer.
•Install T/S 5-pin connector to Display’s rear pod, #2, Figure 7
•With split end of T/S Cable, install the USB connector to any computer USB port
•Install the other end, the Touch Screen Display RS-232 Connector, to a computer
serial port, or
•Install the other end, the Touch Screen Display USB Connector, to a computer USB
port
•Install the IP68 sealed 4-pin, .6m (2 ft) USB Pass-through Cable to Display’s rear
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