Moxa Technologies MD-219 Series User manual

MD-219 Hardware Manual
First Edition, October 2014
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MD-219 Hardware Manual
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Table of Contents
1. Introduction...................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Overview ...........................................................................................................................................1-2
Ordering Information ..........................................................................................................................1-2
Package Checklist ............................................................................................................................... 1-2
Product Features ................................................................................................................................ 1-3
MD-219 Hardware Specifications ..........................................................................................................1-3
2. Hardware Introduction...................................................................................................................... 2-1
Appearance and Layout .......................................................................................................................2-2
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................2-3
SavvyTouch Display Control Buttons .....................................................................................................2-3
3. Hardware Connection Description ..................................................................................................... 3-1
Placement Guidelines .......................................................................................................................... 3-2
Installation Notes ...............................................................................................................................3-2
Desktop Mounting .......................................................................................................................3-3
Panel Mounting ...........................................................................................................................3-4
VESA Mounting ........................................................................................................................... 3-5
Safety Precautions .............................................................................................................................. 3-6
Grounding the MD-219 Series .............................................................................................................. 3-6
Powering on/off the MD-219 Series.......................................................................................................3-7
SavvyTouch Display Control Buttons ..............................................................................................3-7
Connecting Data Transmission Cables ...................................................................................................3-9
Connecting the MD-219 to a Computer ..........................................................................................3-9
Enabling the Touch Screen Interface (Z models only) ..............................................................................3-9
Connecting Video Input Cables ........................................................................................................... 3-10
Connecting the Built-in Buzzer............................................................................................................ 3-11
4. Touch Function.................................................................................................................................. 4-1
Installing Touch Function Driver ...........................................................................................................4-2
Performing Screen Calibration .............................................................................................................. 4-7
5. Display Control Interface .................................................................................................................. 5-1
Connecting to the UART Control Interface ..............................................................................................5-2
UART Command Format ......................................................................................................................5-4
Command Format Details .............................................................................................................5-4
Downloading RGB Files ........................................................................................................................5-6
VGA...........................................................................................................................................5-6
DVI ...........................................................................................................................................5-6
A. Regulatory Approval Statement ........................................................................................................ A-1
B. On-Screen Display (OSD) Controls .................................................................................................... B-1
Opening the Configuration Screen.........................................................................................................B-2
OSD Menu Map and Items Explained .....................................................................................................B-2
Source – Auto Source ..................................................................................................................B-2
Image Setting – Auto Setup .........................................................................................................B-2
Image Setting – Display...............................................................................................................B-3
Color Mode – Color Temperature ...................................................................................................B-3
Color Mode – Color Temperature – User .........................................................................................B-3
Management – Communication .....................................................................................................B-4
OSD Misc – OSD position..............................................................................................................B-4
OSD Misc – Language ..................................................................................................................B-5
OSD Misc – Preset Save ...............................................................................................................B-5
OSD Misc – OSD Lock Mode..........................................................................................................B-5
Service ......................................................................................................................................B-6
Service – Test Pattern..................................................................................................................B-6
C. Display UART Commands .................................................................................................................. C-1
OSD Control Command........................................................................................................................C-2
BRI (Brightness Minimum Value) ...................................................................................................C-2
BRL (Set LED Brightness of Touch Keypad).....................................................................................C-2
BRM (Brightness Maximum Value) .................................................................................................C-2
BRT (User Brightness Control) ......................................................................................................C-2
BRU (Glass Display Control-Brightness Button) ...............................................................................C-3
BZZ (Buzzer Control) ...................................................................................................................C-3
DLN (Download ECDIS RGB File) ...................................................................................................C-3
DL? (ECDIS RGB Package Query) ..................................................................................................C-4
D2N (Download ECDIS RGB File (Second)) .....................................................................................C-4
D2? (ECDIS RGB Package Query (Second)) ....................................................................................C-4
ETC (Elapsed Time Counter Query)................................................................................................C-4
GMB (Glass Display Control - Minimum Brightness) .........................................................................C-5

POT (Potentiometer Control).........................................................................................................C-5
SWI (Scalar Firmware Version Query)............................................................................................C-5
SWK (Touch Keypad Firmware Version Query) ................................................................................C-5
ADF (AC Input Power Detect Function) ...........................................................................................C-5
AD? (Query AC Input Power Detect Function Status)........................................................................C-6
DDF (DC Input Power Detect Function) ..........................................................................................C-6
DD? (Query DC Input Power Detect Function Status) .......................................................................C-6
BLI (Brightness Control)...............................................................................................................C-6
DUF (Disable UART Command Function).........................................................................................C-7
EMS (ECDIS Mode Select) ............................................................................................................C-7
CT? (Current Temperature Query) .................................................................................................C-8
SS? (System Status Query) ..........................................................................................................C-8
MCC (OSD Control Command) ......................................................................................................C-8

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1. Introduction
The MD-219 series displays are designed to fit the great demands of the marine industry. The 19-inch wide
viewable image size with 5:4 aspect ratio and 1280 x 1024 pixel resolution make the displays ideal for a variety
of marine applications. With full range dimming, optical bonding (optional), and wide angle viewing, these
computer display terminals meet required marine standards and are perfectly suited for a variety of marine
applications, both indoors and outdoors.
These displays use either AC or DC power inputs, simplifying the installation of the displays at field sites.
MD-219 displays are compliant with a wide variety of industrial marine standards, including IEC 60945, DNV,
and IACS-E10, lending greater credence to their suitability for maritime operations.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Overview

Ordering Information

Package Checklist

Product Features

MD-219 Hardware Specifications

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Overview
The MD-219 Series is the 19-inch version of our marine display series. Designed for durably reliable service as
an ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display and Information System) display component, the MD-219 Series has a 5:4
aspect ratio, alongside full range dimming and optional optical bonding, making the displays well-suited not
only for ECDIS applications, but for a variety of other bridge applications, as well.
The MD-219 Series features both AC and DC power inputs, and may be conveniently installed on any bridge,
without the need for extra hardware.
Moxa’s marine displays are compliant with the most important industrial marine standards, including IEC
60945, DNV, and IACS-E10, giving strong assurance of their suitability for marine applications.
Ordering Information
Available Models
MD-219X: 19-inch, 5:4 aspect ratio display (1280x1024), LED backlight, DVI-D/VGA, RS-232 & RS-422/485
serial ports, AC/DC dual power
MD-219Z: 19-inch, 5:4 aspect ratio display (1280x1024), projected capacitive multi-touch, LED backlight,
DVI-D/VGA, RS-232 & RS-422/485 serial ports, AC/DC dual power
Optional Accessories (can be purchased separately)
•Desktop mounting kit
•Panel mounting clamps
•VESA mounting kit
Package Checklist
Each model is shipped with the following items:
•MD-219 display
•VGA cable
•DVI-D cable
•2-pin terminal block x 1
•5-pin terminal block x 2
•Documentation and software CD
•Quick installation guide (printed)
•Warranty card
NOTE
Please notify your sales
representative if any of the above items are missing or damaged.

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Product Features
The MD-219 display has the following features:
•19-inch display
•Color calibrated for ECDIS compliance
•Fanless design
•SavvyTouch display controls
•RS-232 and RS-422/485 serial ports for sending UART commands to configure display settings
•Dual AC/DC power supply units
•Optically bonded and touch panel models available on request
MD-219 Hardware Specifications
Display
Panel Size:
19” viewable image size
Panel
Type: MVA
Aspect Ratio:
5:4
Pixels:
1280 x 1024 (SXGA)
Response Time:
20 ms (gray to gray)
Contrast Ratio:
2000:1
Light Intensity:
300 cd/m2
Viewing Angles:
178˚/178˚
Active Display Area:
376.32 (H) x 301.06 (V) mm
Max Colors:
16.7M / 8-bit color
Display Interface:
VGA input x 1, DVI-D input x 1
Resolution:
• VGA: 640 x 480
• SVGA: 800 x 600
• XGA: 1024 x 768
•
XGA+: 1152 x 864
•
WXGA: 1280 x 768
• SXGA: 1280 x 1024
Serial Interface
Serial Standards:
1 RS-232 port (DB9), 1 RS-422/485 port (terminal block)
Optical Isolation Protection:
4 kV
Serial Signals
RS
-232: TxD, RxD, DTR, DSR, RTS, CTS, DCD, GND
RS
-422: TxD+, TxD-, RxD+, RxD-, GND
RS
-485-2w: Data+, Data-, GND
Front Panel
LEDs:
MENU, Brightness, INFO, ECDIS, Day/Dusk/Night
Smart OSD:
Yes
Physical Characteristics
Housing:
Aluminum sheet metal
Weight:
7.8 kg
Dimensions:
429 x 387 x 75 mm (16.89 x 15.24 x 2.95in)
Mounting:
VESA, panel, and dektop (temporary)
Environmental Limits
Operating Temperature:
-15 to 55°C (5 to 131°F)
Storage Temperature:
-20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
Ambient Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (non-condensing)

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IP Rating:
• Front: IP 54
• Rear: IP 22
Anti
-Vibration:
• 0.7 g @ DNV 2.4 (Class A), sine wave, 2
-100 Hz, 1 Oct./min., 1.5 hr per axis
• 1 Grms @ DNV 2.4, random wave, 3
-100 Hz, 2.5 hr per axis
• 2.1 g @ DNV 2.4 (Class C), sine wave, 2
-50 Hz, 1 Oct./min., 1.5 hr per axis
Power Requirements
Input Voltage:
•
DC: 24 VDC (with tolerance from 18 to 30 VDC, 2-pin terminal block)
• AC: 100 to 240 VAC
Power Consumption:
40 W (max.)
Standards and Certifications
Safety:
UL/cUL, CCC
EMC:
EN 55022 Class B, EN 55024-4-2, EN 55024-4-3, EN 55024-4-4, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class A
Marine Standard:
IEC-60945 4th, IEC-61162, IEC-61174
Marine Type Approval:
DNV 2.4 and IACS E10, ABS
Green Product:
RoHS, cRoHS, WEEE
Warranty
Warranty
Period: 1 year
Details:
See www.moxa.com/warranty
We recommend taking the following precautions to minimize heat build-up within the display:
•Position the display within ±40° of the vertical
•If (a) the display is not positioned within ±40° of the vertical, (b) the ambient temperature exceeds 25°C,
or (c) the display is used in a location with minimal ventilation, then install an external fan to increase
airflow upwards through the chassis
Important Safety Precaution:
Even though the display is rated to operate within the IEC 60945standard of -15 to 55°C for bridge applications,
it is best to ensure that the ambient temperature does not exceed 25°C. Doing so will significantly increase the
lifespan of your display and reduce service costs.

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2. Hardware Introduction
The MD-219 Series display is compact, well-designed, and ruggedized for marine applications. The intelligent
SavvyTouch display control buttons allow you to see control buttons easily in low light environments and
identify system hardware failures easily. Multiple serial ports allow you to configure display parameters, and
the reliable and stable hardware platform lets you devote your attention to developing your applications.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Appearance and Layout

Dimensions

SavvyTouch Display Control Buttons

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Appearance and Layout

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Dimensions
SavvyTouch Display Control Buttons
The MD-219 comes with SavvyTouch display control buttons located at the lower right corner of the front
surface. These intelligent buttons will light up automatically when your fingers draw near. Refer to the following
table for the function of each button.
Name Display Color Control Function / Color Legend
Menu/Power
Green Display is powered on and functioning normally.
Touch the button to show the OSD settings menu.
Red No input signal detected. Display on standby.
Off Power is down and the display is off.
Brightness
White
+: To increase brightness of panel
-: To decrease brightness of panel
Info
Off AC/DC power fuSnctioning normally
Red AC/DC power error
Display mode
White Switch between DAY/DUSK/NIGHT brightness modes
Off Panel brightness out of default range

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3. Hardware Connection Description
In this chapter, we show how to correctly install the MD-219 display using various mounting kits, how to
connect the different types of cables, and how to enable functions.
The following topics are covered in this chapter:

Placement Guidelines

Installation Notes
Desktop Mounting
Panel Mounting
VESA Mounting

Safety Precautions

Grounding the MD-219 Series

Powering on/off the MD-219 Series
SavvyTouch Display Control Buttons

Connecting Data Transmission Cables
Connecting the MD-219 to a Computer

Enabling the Touch Screen Interface (Z models only)

Connecting Video Input Cables

Connecting the Built-in Buzzer

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Placement Guidelines
Before installing and mounting the MD-219 display, please read the following notes:
1. The MD-219 series is designed for various installation or mounting methods, including desktop mounting,
panel mounting, and VESA mounting. Please refer to the relevant mechanical drawings in the next sections.
2. Good ventilation is necessary to prolong the life of the product. The chassis heat-sink area MUST keep clear
from other heat generating items, or the motherboard could be damaged. The minimum distance is 150
mm.
3. Keep sufficient space for ventilation improvement, cable inlet or wiring installation, and maintenance
purposes.
4. DO NOT install the unit in a horizontal position (laying down), since the heat from inside the unit will not
dissipate effectively, resulting in damage to the LCD panel. We recommend installing the unit in a vertical
position (±30 degrees) for better heat dissipation.
5. Exposure to extreme direct sunlight may cause a considerable increase in the temperature of the unit, and
under certain circumstances might cause the temperature to increase beyond the recommended value. Be
sure to keep this point in mind when planning the placement of bridge equipment (sun shades, distance
from the windows, ventilation, etc.).
6. Exposure to strong vibration or acoustic noise might affect functionality and expected lifetime. During
system assembly and installation, be sure to mount the display carefully to avoid exposure to amplified
vibrations.
7. For maximum safety, at least two people should work together to lift, place, and fasten the display to its
mounting point. Before you lift or move the display, first verify that any power to the system is turned off.
In addition, make sure you have prepared the correct screws for panel mounting.
Installation Notes
Follow these steps when installing the MD-219:
1. Fasten the mounting kit on the display first, and then mount the display.
2. Connect cables (DVI-D, VGA, Power cord, etc).
3. Power on the MD-219 display, and then power on the computer.

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Desktop Mounting
The MD-219 comes with optional brackets that allow you to install it on a horizontal surface, such as a desktop.
Three round screws are required for each bracket. See the figure below for detailed screw specifications and
their torque values.
Place your MD-219 on a clean, flat, well-ventilated desktop. For better ventilation, leave some space between
the MD-219 Series and other equipment. Do not place equipment or objects on top of the MD-219, as this might
damage the display’s internal components.
NOTE
These desktop brackets are intended for temporary use when conducting lab tests, and are not intended to be
used in permanent deployments.

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Panel Mounting
The
MD-219 Series comes with 14 optional clamp
mounts that allow for installation onto a wall (where
space has been cut out to accommodate the rest of
the hardware) or into computing stations where a
flush mount is desired. The maximum thickness
of the surface to wh
ich the display can be
clamped is 11 mm. For a secure mounting, all 14
clamps must be used. The clamp arms are fastened
into slots o
n all four sides of the MD-219. Use the
short M4 SUS
(stainless) screws to
fasten the clamp
arms to the MD
-219 mounting slot
s, as shown in the
magnified inset in the diagram just below. Next, use
the clamps to fasten the
display to its mounting
point; please note the torque value
s shown in the
figure inset
below.

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VESA Mounting
The MD
-219 Series also comes with an
optional VESA mounting kit. Six flat screws
and four round screws are required to fasten
the VESA mounting bracket. See the figure
below for detailed screw specifications and
torque values.
An additional four screws (not included
in
the kit) are required to mount the
display
on
a VESA rack. For this purpose, use M6
screws with a length between 10 and 12
mm.

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Safety Precautions
ATTENTION
Safety First!
Be sure to disconnect the power cord before ins
talling and/or wiring your MD-219 Series.
Wiring Caution!
Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes
dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size.
If the current goes above the
maximum ratings,
the wiring could overheat, causing serious damage to your equipment.
Temperature Caution!
Be careful when handling the unit. When the unit is plugged in, the internal components generate heat, and
consequently the outer casing may feel hot
to the touch.
We recommend taking the following precautions to minimize heat
build-up within the display:
•
Position the display within ±40° of the vertical.
•
Install an external fan to increase airflow upwards through the display if (a) the display is not
positioned
within ±40° of the vertical, (b) the ambient temperature exceeds 25°C, or (c) the display is used in a
location with minimal ventilation.
Important Safety Precaution
Even though the display is rated to operate within the
IEC 60945 standard of -15 to 55°C for marine
applications, it is best to ensure
that the ambient temperature does not exceed 25°C. Doing so will
increase the
life of your display and minimize service costs.
Grounding the MD-219 Series
Be sure to ground the MD-219 Series before powering it on. Grounding and wire routing help limit the effects
of noise due to electromagnetic interference (EMI). Run the ground connection from the ground screw to the
grounding surface prior to connecting the power.
ATTENTION
This product is intended to be mounted to a well
-grounded mounting surface, such as a metal panel.
Earth Ground:See the figure shown below for the location of the earth grounding connector. Connect the
grounding wire to an appropriate grounded metal surface.

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Powering on/off the MD-219 Series
To power on the MD-219 Series you may connect the Terminal Block to Power Jack Converter to the
MD-219 Series DC terminal block (located on the bottom surface) and then connect a power adapter; or,
alternatively, you may power the device with the AC power cord. Touch the MENU button (in the lower right
corner of the display panel) for 1 second or use a UART command (MCC-0x9F-Power Down/Up Display) to turn
on the display.
To power off the MD-219 Series, touch the MENU button for 4 seconds until the green LED light of the MENU
button turns off, or use a UART command (MCC-0x9F-Power Down/Up Display) to turn off the display.
NOTE
If the MD
-219 is powered using a DC converter, an “OFF
” message will appear when the INFO dialog displays
the AC power stat
us and vice versa. This will not affect the MD-219’s operation.
SavvyTouch Display Control Buttons
The MD-219 Series comes with five SavvyTouch display control buttons located on the front surface. These
intelligent controls will light up as your hand draws near the area of the screen where they are located.
MENU
To configure the panel display settings, open the on-screen display (OSD) configuration panel by pressing the
MENU button. The LCD panel will then display a configuration menu superimposed over the currently displayed
image. The MENU button is for opening and closing the OSD, and brightness buttons "+/-" for navigating the
OSD menus.
The MENU button operates like a power button in that it enables users to turn the display on and off. When you
press the button for 1 second, the display will power on and indicate the status with a solid green color. To
power off the MD-219, press and hold the MENU button for 4 seconds to turn the display and MENU button LED
to OFF. On the OSD MAIN MENU page, use the same action to confirm or exit.

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Brightness
Two brightness buttons are available for brightness control. Press the +button to increase the brightness of the
panel; press the –button to decrease the brightness of the panel. On the OSD MAIN MENU page, the + and -
buttons are used to increment and decrement values, and to move up and down between options.
INFO
The INFO button indicates the display status for power components, including AC and DC. “ON” indicates that
the display is working well. An OFF message will be shown when the AC or DC power is not working.
System Status
AC Input Power ON
DC Input Power ON
System Status
AC Input Power ON
DC Input Power OFF
NOTE
If the
MD-219 is powered using a DC converter, an “OFF
” message will appear when the INFO dialog displays
the AC power status
and vice versa. This will not affect the MD-219’s operation.
ECDIS
The ECDIS button is specially designed to support ECDIS for maritime applications. Touch the button to switch
between the three different brightness modes (DAY, DUSK, and Night).
ECDIS Mode
DAY
DUSK
NIGHT
NOTE
Pressing the ECDIS
button will override the display's current brightness setting.

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Connecting Data Transmission Cables
Connecting the MD-219 to a Computer
Use a serial cable to connect your computer to the display's serial port. The serial port uses a male DB9
connector and terminal block. It can be configured by a UART command or OSD control. Only one of the three
interfaces (RS-232/422/485) can be used at the same time. The pin assignments are shown in the
following diagrams:
DB9 Male Port
RS
-232 (DB9 Male) Pinouts
Pin RS-232
1 DCD
2 RxD
3 TxD
4 DTR
5 GND
6 DSR
7 RTS
8 CTS
Terminal Block Port
RS
-422/485 (Terminal Block) Pinouts
Pin
RS-422
RS-485 (2-wire)
1 RxDB(+) TDp(+)
2 RxDA(-) TDn(-)
3 TxDB(+) RDp(+)
4 TxDA(-) RDn(-)
5 GND GND
Configuring the RS-232/422/485 Serial Ports
For configuring the RS-232/422/485 serial port, please see Appendix B: On-Screen Display (OSD)
Controls and Appendix C: Display UART Commands.
Enabling the Touch Screen Interface (Z models
only)
The MD-219Z model comes with a USB port on its bottom panel. This USB port is used to connect the touch
screen interface to a computer’s peripheral device manager. To enable the panel’s touch-screen feature, use a
type A male to type B male USB cable to link the port to a peripheral device input on a PC, laptop, or embedded
computer.
Microsoft® Windows® 7 and above come by default with factory installed Windows HID drivers that fully
support multi-touch, and consequently, for these operating systems you do not need to install a driver that
supports the multi-touch function. Microsoft® Windows® XP and older do not support touch technology, so you
must install a driver to enable the touch function.
Drivers for the touch-screen interface are included on the MD-219 software CD. To install a driver, simply insert
the Driver CD into the computer and select the operating system.
Once the driver is installed you can start using the MD-219's touch-screen features.