National Instruments TPC2106T User manual

TPC-2106/2106T
User Manual
TPC-2106/2106T User Manual
August 2007
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Conventions
The following conventions are used in this manual:
»The »symbol leads you through nested menu items and dialog box options
to a final action. The sequence File»Page Setup»Options directs you to
pull down the File menu, select the Page Setup item, and select Options
from the last dialog box.
This icon denotes a note, which alerts you to important information.
This icon denotes a caution, which advises you of precautions to take to
avoid injury, data loss, or a system crash. When this symbol is marked on a
product, refer to the Safety section of Appendix A, Specifications, for
information about precautions to take.
When symbol is marked on a product, it denotes a warning advising you to
take precautions to avoid electrical shock.
When symbol is marked on a product, it denotes a component that may be
hot. Touching this component may result in bodily injury.
bold Bold text denotes items that you must select or click in the software, such
as menu items and dialog box options. Bold text also denotes parameter
names.
italic Italic text denotes variables, emphasis, a cross-reference, or an introduction
to a key concept. Italic text also denotes text that is a placeholder for a word
or value that you must supply.
monospace Text in this font denotes text or characters that you should enter from the
keyboard, sections of code, programming examples, and syntax examples.
This font is also used for the proper names of disk drives, paths, directories,
programs, subprograms, subroutines, device names, functions, operations,
variables, filenames, and extensions.
monospace bold Bold text in this font denotes the messages and responses that the computer
automatically prints to the screen. This font also emphasizes lines of code
that are different from the other examples.

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Contents
Chapter 1
General Information
Introduction....................................................................................................................1-1
I/O Ports.........................................................................................................................1-1
Storage ...........................................................................................................................1-2
Cleaning .........................................................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2
System Setup
Important Safety Information ........................................................................................2-1
Setup ..............................................................................................................................2-2
Touchscreen Calibration..................................................................................2-3
Panel Mounting..............................................................................................................2-4
Chapter 3
System Configuration
Display Settings .............................................................................................................3-1
Touchscreen Calibration ................................................................................................3-2
Beep Settings .................................................................................................................3-2
Chapter 4
Windows CE .NET
TPC Utilities ..................................................................................................................4-1
Soft Keyboard..................................................................................................4-1
TPC Configuration ..........................................................................................4-1
General ..............................................................................................4-2
Network.............................................................................................4-2
Watchdog ..........................................................................................4-2
Misc...................................................................................................4-2
Tools ................................................................................................................4-3
ActiveSync ........................................................................................4-3
Registry Editor ..................................................................................4-3
Registry Saver ...................................................................................4-3
Remote Display Application.............................................................4-4
NotepadPlus ......................................................................................4-4
TPC Configurator..............................................................................4-4
TPC Version Information..................................................................4-4

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Other Utilities.................................................................................................. 4-4
Bright.exe [Level]:............................................................................ 4-4
Buzzer.exe [frequency] [duration]:................................................... 4-4
Contrast.exe [Level]: ........................................................................ 4-5
RegSave.exe [-s]:.............................................................................. 4-5
Reboot.exe: ....................................................................................... 4-5
Screen.exe [on/off]: .......................................................................... 4-5
Iesample.exe [-n] [-f] [ip address/ folder name]:.............................. 4-5
Networking .................................................................................................................... 4-5
Networking Via Ethernet ................................................................................ 4-5
Networking Via the Serial Port ....................................................................... 4-6
ActiveSync Setup ............................................................................. 4-6
Networking via the USB Client Port............................................................... 4-7
Appendix A
Specifications
Appendix B
Watchdog Timer Programming
Appendix C
Fuse Replacement
Appendix D
Pin Assignments
Appendix E
Technical Support and Professional Services
Index

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General Information
This chapter includes general information about the TPC-2106/2106T
Human Machine Interface (HMI).
Introduction
The TPC-2106/2106T touch panel computer, a state-of-the-art RISC-based
HMI, includes these key features:
•Fanless—Because the system uses a low-power processor, it does not
need fans, which often are unreliable and cause dust to circulate inside
the equipment.
•Bright display—The CSTN LCD features a 5.7 in. (5.6 in. for the
TPC-2106T) display that meets industrial demands for clear interfaces.
•Powerful Communication Capability—The TPC-2106/2106T is
a powerful I/O interface for easy communication with other devices.
The I/O interface includes RS232 and RS485 serial, Ethernet, and
USB ports.
•Windows CE Support—An optional Windows CE operating system
specifically for the TPC-2106/2106T is available for Windows CE
application program builders.
•JVM Support—The TPC-2106/2106T is powered by JVM, which is
compatible with PersonalJava 1.2.
I/O Ports
The TPC-2106/2106T includes the following ports:
• Three serial ports: two RS232 (COM1, COM2) and one configurable
as RS485 (COM4) or RS232 (COM3)
• One RJ-45 Ethernet port
• Two USB ports compliant with USB 1.1: one USB Host (Type A) and
one USB Client (Type B)
• One CompactFlash 2.0 type I/II slot

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Figure 1-1 shows the I/O port arrangement.
Figure 1-1. I/O Ports Arrangement
Storage
The TPC-2106/2106T includes two storage methods: an onboard 64 MB
NAND flash and a CompactFlash card. The system boot sequence is:
• If no CompactFlash card is installed, the system automatically boots
from the onboard NAND flash.
• If a CompactFlash card is installed, the system boots from the
CompactFlash card.
Cleaning
If you need to clean the unit, use a soft, nonmetallic brush. Make sure that
the unit is completely dry and free from contaminants before returning it to
service.
1 COM3 (RS232)/COM4 (RS485)
2LAN
3USB
4USB
5 COM2 (RS232)
6 COM1 (RS232)
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System Setup
This chapter includes setup information for the TPC-2106/2106T.
Important Safety Information
Before setting up the TPC-2106/2106T, read these safety instructions
carefully.
Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp
cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.
For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the
equipment and must be easily accessible.
Keep this equipment away from excessive humidity.
Place this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it
or letting it fall may cause damage.
The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment
from overheating. Do not cover the openings.
Make sure the power source voltage is correct before connecting the
equipment to the power outlet.
Position the power cord so that it cannot be stepped on. Do not place
anything over the power cord.
All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.
If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power
source to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.
Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical
shock.
Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, only qualified service
personnel should open the equipment.

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If one of the following situations arises, have service personnel check the
equipment:
• The power cord or plug is damaged.
• Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
• The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
• The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work
according to the user manual.
• The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
• The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.
Do not leave this equipment in an environment where the storage
temperature may go below –20 °C (–4 °F) or above 70 °C (158 °F). Doing
so could damage the equipment. The equipment should be in a controlled
environment.
Caution There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace the
battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard
used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Caution The protection this equipment provides may be impaired if it is used in a manner
not described in this manual.
Setup
Follow these steps to set up the TPC-2106/2106T:
1. Unpack the TPC-2106/2106T. Be sure your kit includes the following
items:
• The TPC-2106/2106T HMI
• Six panel mounting clamps
• Six panel mounting screws
• One 3-pin power connector and ground wire
• One HMI resource CD
• One 9-pin to 9-pin null modem cable
• One Microsoft Windows CE end user license agreement
• One 1.8 m USB client to USB host cable
• One 6 cm single DB-9 to dual DB-9 serial ports shunting cable
If any items are missing or damaged, contact National Instruments.

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2. Connect the power connector to 24 VDC power lines. Be sure
to connect the positive, negative, and ground lines as shown in
Figure 2-1. The power lines can be from either a power adapter or
in-house power source.
Figure 2-1. Power Connector
3. Connect the power connector to the power receptor on the
TPC-2106/2106T. The power receptor pin assignment is shown
in Figure 2-2.
Figure 2-2. Power Receptor and Pin Assignment
4. Power on the system.
Touchscreen Calibration
The TPC-2106/2106T touchscreen should be correctly calibrated and ready
to use when you power on the system. However, if the calibration is not
correct or you want to choose custom calibration options, refer to the
Touchscreen Calibration section of Chapter 3, System Configuration.
+–GND
GND
–+

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Panel Mounting
Follow these steps to mount the TPC-2106/2106T in a panel:
1. Be sure the adhesive waterproof gasket on the front bezel is in position.
2. Install the TPC-2106/2106T into the panel opening. (Refer to
Appendix A, Specifications, for cutout dimensions.)
3. Hook the clamps included in the accessory pack to the holes around the
four sides of the bezel.
4. Insert the screws included in the accessory pack into the clamps. To
fasten the TPC-2106/2106T to the panel, tighten the screws so they
push against the mounting panel.
Note The mounting panel thickness should be less than 6 mm (0.236 in.).

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System Configuration
This chapter explains how to configure the TPC-2106/2106T.
Display Settings
Use the display settings to control the backlight brightness and screen
saver, which automatically turns off the screen when the TPC-2106/2106T
is not in use for a designated time period. You can also select the system
font size and rotate the screen.
Follow these steps to set the display properties:
1. Select Start»Settings»Control Panel»Display to access the Display
Properties window.
2. To set the time to elapse before the backlight turns off, select the
Backlight tab, click the Automatically turn off backlight while on
external power checkbox, and select the time from the drop-down
menu.
3. To set the LCD brightness, click the Advanced button to access the
Advanced Backlight Options window. Move the slider or click +or –
to adjust the LCD brightness and contrast. Click OK.
Follow these steps to select the system font size:
1. Select Start»Programs»Utilities»System Font Setting to access the
System Font Setting window.
2. Select either Normal System Font Size or Small System Font Size.
3. Click Yes in the Warning window.
4. The system reboots and displays the font size you selected.
Follow these steps to rotate the screen:
1. Select Start»Settings»Control Panel»Screen Rotation to access the
Screen Rotation window.
2. Select Not Rotated, 90 Degrees Counterclockwise, 180 Degrees
Counterclockwise, or 270 Degrees Counterclockwise.
3. Click Apply. The screen appears rotated as you selected.

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Touchscreen Calibration
Follow these steps to calibrate the touchscreen:
1. Select Start»Settings»Control Panel»Stylus to access the Stylus
Properties window.
There are two tabs in the Stylus Properties window: Double-Tap and
Calibration. Use Double-Tap to record the time period between two
taps when double-tapping in Windows CE. Use Calibration to calibrate
the touchscreen.
2. Click the Calibration tab and click Recalibrate to calibrate the
touchscreen. A cross appears on the screen in the following locations:
center, upper left, lower left, lower right, and upper right. Use the
stylus to tap the center of the cross until it moves to next location.
Beep Settings
In Windows CE .NET, you can set the TPC-2106/2106T to beep when you
touch the touchscreen.
Follow these steps to enable or disable this function:
1. Select Start»Settings»Control Panel»Volume & Sounds to access
the Volume and Sounds Properties window.
2. Use the controls in the Volume tab to set the volume and enable or
disable the beep for various events and inputs.

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Windows CE .NET
The TPC-2106/2106T is designed for Windows CE. Windows CE is a
compact operating system that occupies less storage space and uses fewer
system resources than other operating systems. Its modular nature allows
you to choose functions useful for a specific application. This reduces
required system resources and boot time. This feature is important in
industrial automation and operator interface terminals, because downtime
is minimized. Also, the small storage space required allows installation on
a reliable solid-state disk.
Note The TPC-2106/2106T includes the English version of Windows CE by default.
Contact National Instruments for local language support.
Note The TPC-2106/2106T supports Remote Desktop Connection in Windows CE, but
the maximum resolution supported is only 320 ×240.
TPC Utilities
Windows CE .NET on the TPC-2106/2106T includes several useful
utilities.
Soft Keyboard
The TPC-2106/2106T is designed for small operator interfaces. Because it
is inconvenient to attach a keyboard to such a small device, Windows CE
.NET on the TPC-2106/2106T includes a soft keyboard. On boot, a small
keyboard icon appears in the status bar. Tap this icon with the stylus to
activate or hide the soft keyboard.
TPC Configuration
The TPC-2106/2106T includes an integrated utility to configure the basic
device settings. To access the utility, click the TPC Configurator icon
on the desktop. Navigate the configuration by tapping the four page tabs:
General, Network, Watchdog, and Misc.

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General
The General page displays basic system information. There are two main
parts: System and Disk & Memory. System shows the OS image version
and CPU type. Disk & Memory includes total capacity, usage, and
currently available capacity of the disk and memory.
Network
The Network page displays information about the active network adapter.
Click Renew to release the current IP and retrieve a new IP. Click Ping to
ping a specified IP address to test the connection.
Click Advanced for more detailed IP information, including the default
gateway, DHCP server, primary WINS server, and DNS server addresses.
Watchdog
Using the watchdog function, the device automatically resets if a program
does not respond in time. This prevents system crashes and hangs from
stopping your critical applications, as the watchdog automatically restarts
the machine when required.
Use the Watchdog tab to set the response time, which is the period that the
watchdog waits for a response.
The response time is in effect only when you select a time span and enable
the watchdog. When you enable the watchdog and click the Test button,
the no resetting signal is sent to the watchdog hardware periodically. The
watchdog assumes the machine is deadlocked and reboots it after
the watchdog response time. If the machine reboots as expected after the
watchdog response time, the watchdog is working properly.
Misc
The Misc tab includes the following functions:
Caution Do not enter the CompactFlash folder name in the CF Disk Name text box
directly. Renaming the CompactFlash folder to a name not on the list causes irreversible
problems with application program settings.
•UseStartup Programs to set the startup programs without editing.
The programs listed under Startup Programs are automatically
executed after the system has successfully booted. Click Add to add
a file to the startup. Click Delete to remove a file from the startup.

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Note Do not try to insert a nonexecutable file into the startup program.
•UseReboot to reboot the TPC-2106/2106T.
There are two additional ways to reboot the system: clicking the
machine icon in the status bar and executing the reboot.exe
command through a command line program.
•UsetheRegistry options to save and view registry information. Click
Save to save the registry to a solid state disk. Click View to view, edit,
create, or delete registry information. You also can back up or restore
the registry setting by clicking Backup or Restore.
Note You cannot back up and restore over different image versions.
•UseWeb Server Root to enter the web server root path. The root path
takes effect only after rebooting the machine.
•UseFtp Server Root to enter the FTP server root path. The root path
takes effect only after rebooting the machine.
Tools
Select Start»Programs»Utilities to access the following tools.
Note For best results when accessing these tools, click the arrow to the right of the
Utilities menu to avoid accidentally selecting a submenu item.
ActiveSync
ActiveSync synchronizes data and monitors the connection between the
TPC-2106/2106T and host computer. By default, ActiveSync executes
automatically when you use it to establish a connection to a target device.
Registry Editor
Use Registry Editor to view, edit, enter, delete, or save registry data.
Registry Saver
Use Registry Saver to save the system registry. In a command line
environment, you can execute Registry Saver using regsave.exe or
regsave.exe –s for the silence mode.

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Remote Display Application
Remote Display Application displays a Windows CE device screen on a
remote desktop. It works with the Windows CE Remote Display Host
application.
Because the connection is over the network, the host machine and
TPC-2106/2106T network functions must work properly. You must execute
Remote Display Host (cerhost.exe) on a remote host desktop. Also, you
must run Remote Display Application on the TPC-2106/2106T. In the CE
Remote Display window, click Connect and enter the hostname or IP
address.
After successfully establishing the connection, you can see the
TPC-2106/2106T display and control it from the host machine.
NotepadPlus
NotepadPlus is a text editor.
TPC Configurator
TPC Configurator is an integrated utility for configuring the basic
TPC-2106/2106T settings. For more information, refer to TPC
Configuration.
TPC Version Information
TPC Version Information shows the OS version information.
Other Utilities
The following utilities are command line-executed programs without
graphical user interfaces. To execute these utilities, type the command
names and parameters as shown below.
Bright.exe [Level]:
Sets the display brightness level. The parameters are 1 to 10.
Buzzer.exe [frequency] [duration]:
Plays a beep. Use parameters to set the frequency in Hertz and duration in
milliseconds. If you do not use parameters, the default frequency is 350 Hz
and default duration is 30 ms.

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Contrast.exe [Level]:
Sets the display contrast. The parameters are 1 to 10.
RegSave.exe [-s]:
Saves the registry settings. If you use RegSave.exe –s, no message box
is displayed whether you are successful or fail.
Reboot.exe:
Saves the registry settings and reboots the TPC-2106/2106T.
Screen.exe [on/off]:
Turns the display on/off. Use Screen.exe on to turn on and Screen.exe
off to turn off the display.
Iesample.exe [-n] [-f] [ip address/ folder name]:
Launches Internet Explorer. Use Iesample.exe -n to close the scroll bar.
Use Iesamples.exe -f to activate the full screen. The parameters can
be blank.
Networking
Networking Via Ethernet
Follow these steps to configure the TPC-2106/2106T Ethernet port:
Note Be sure you are connected to a LAN before booting the system.
Note The data transfer buffer size per package via Ethernet is about 20,000.
1. Select Start»Settings»Network and Dial-up Connections.
2. A window displaying all available connections appears. Double-click
the icon for the connection you want to configure.
3. Select the IP Address tab and select Obtain an IP address via
DHCP.
4. Select the Name Servers tab and enter the server addresses.
5. Select Start»Run. Enter regsave to save the registry settings to a
storage card.