Omron NSA Series User manual

NSA-Series Industrial PC
NSA12/15-TX01B
NSA12/15-TX01S
NSA12/15-TX01B-E
NSA12/15-TX01B-02E
NSA12/15-TX01S-E
NSA12/15-TX01S-02E
NSA15-TX01B-01E
NSA15-TX01S-01E
USER’S MANUAL
Cat. No. V233-E1-06

NSA-Series Industrial PC
NSA12/15-TX01B
NSA12/15-TX01S
NSA12/15-TX01B-E
NSA12/15-TX01B-02E
NSA12/15-TX01S-E
NSA12/15-TX01S-02E
NSA15-TX01B-01E
NSA15-TX01S-01E
User's Manual

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Introduction
The NSA-series Industrial PC is an industrial, panel-mountable computer equipped
with a CeleronM Processor and featuring a touch panel and display.
Be sure to read and understand the functions and performance specifications in
this manual prior to using it, and operate it as described herein.
Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have
knowledge of electrical systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).
· Personnel in charge of introducing FA systems into production facilities
· Personnel in charge of designing FA systems
· Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities
Notice
This manual provides information for connecting and setting up an NSA-series
Industrial PC. Be sure to read this manual before attempting to use it, and keep the
manual close at hand for reference during operation.
OMRON, 2006
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form, or
by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission o
f
OMRON.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because OMRON is con-
stantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without
notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Nevertheless, OMRON assumes no responsibility
for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in
this publication.

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Read and Understand this Manual
Please read and understand this manual before using the product. Please consult your OMRON
representative if you have any questions or comments.
Warranty and Limitations of Liability
WARRANTY
OMRON's exclusive warranty is that the products are free from defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of one year (or other period if specified) from date of sale by OMRON.
OMRON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING
NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE
PRODUCTS. ANY BUYER OR USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE BUYER OR USER ALONE HAS
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCTS WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR
INTENDED USE. OMRON DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
OMRON SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
LOSS OF PROFITS OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCTS,
WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT
LIABILITY.
In no event shall the responsibility of OMRON for any act exceed the individual price of the product on
which liability is asserted.
IN NO EVENT SHALL OMRON BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WARRANTY, REPAIR, OR OTHER CLAIMS
REGARDING THE PRODUCTS UNLESS OMRON'S ANALYSIS CONFIRMS THAT THE PRODUCTS
WERE PROPERLY HANDLED, STORED, INSTALLED, AND MAINTAINED AND NOT SUBJECT TO
CONTAMINATION, ABUSE, MISUSE, OR INAPPROPRIATE MODIFICATION OR REPAIR.

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Application Considerations
SUITABILITY FOR USE
OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or regulations that apply to the
combination of products in the customer's application or use of the products.
At the customer's request, OMRON will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying
ratings and limitations of use that apply to the products. This information by itself is not sufficient for a
complete determination of the suitability of the products in combination with the end product, machine,
system, or other application or use.
The following are some examples of applications for which particular attention must be given. This is not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible uses of the products, nor is it intended to imply that the uses
listed may be suitable for the products:
• Outdoor use, uses involving potential chemical contamination or electrical interference, or conditions or
uses not described in this manual.
• Nuclear energy control systems, combustion systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, medical
equipment, amusement machines, vehicles, safety equipment, and installations subject to separate
industry or government regulations.
• Systems, machines, and equipment that could present a risk to life or property.
Please know and observe all prohibitions of use applicable to the products.
NEVER USE THE PRODUCTS FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR
PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO
ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCTS ARE PROPERLY RATED AND
INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.
PROGRAMMABLE PRODUCTS
OMRON shall not be responsible for the user's programming of a programmable product, or any
consequence thereof.

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Disclaimers
CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS
Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other
reasons.
It is our practice to change model numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when
significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the products may be changed
without any notice. When in doubt, special model numbers may be assigned to fix or establish key
specifications for your application on your request. Please consult with your OMRON representative at any
time to confirm actual specifications of purchased products.
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS
Dimensions and weights are nominal and are not to be used for manufacturing purposes, even when
tolerances are shown.
PERFORMANCE DATA
Performance data given in this manual is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does
not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of OMRON's test conditions, and the users must
correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the OMRON Warranty and
Limitations of Liability.
ERRORS AND OMISSIONS
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no
responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical, or proofreading errors, or omissions.

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Safety Precautions
Safety-related Indications and Their Meanings
The following precautionary indications and symbols are used in this manual to aid
in the safe usage of the NSA-series Industrial PC. These precautions contain
important safety information. Be sure to observe them carefully.
The indications and symbols used herein, and their meanings, are as listed below.
! WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury. Additionally, there may be
severe property damage.
! Caution Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury, or property damage.
Precautions for Safe Use
Indicates actions that should be done, or avoided, for the safe use of this product.
Precautions for Correct Use
Indicates actions that should be done, or avoided, to prevent operating failure or
malfunction of this product, or to prevent adverse effects on the performance or
functions of this product.
Note
Notes within the text of this manual indicate safety-related points and information
that are equivalent in importance to those included in the Precautions for Safe Use
sections.
!WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in per-
sonal injury or death, damage to the product, or product failure. Please read each section
in its entirety and be sure you understand the information provided in the section and
related sections before attempting any of the procedures or operations given.

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Symbols
Electrical Shock Caution
Indicates possibility of electric shock under
specific conditions.
General Prohibition
Indicates non-specific general prohibitions.
Disassembly Prohibition
Indicates prohibitions when there is a possibility
of injury, such as from electric shock, as the
result of disassembly.
Mandatory Action
Indicates a mandatory action with the specific
contents indicated in the circle and described in
the text.
General Caution
Indicates non-specific general cautions,
warnings, and dangers.

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WARNING
While using the NSA-series Industrial PC observe all precautions given in this
manual under WARNING, Precautions for Safe Use, and Precautions for Correct
Use.
A responsible person must confirm that all installation, inspection, and
maintenance work for the NSA-series Industrial PC is performed correctly.
Here, “responsible person” is a person who has the qualifications, authority, and
responsibility to ensure safety during system design, installation, operation,
maintenance, and disposal.
A responsible person with sufficient understanding of the installed system must
perform confirmations during and after installation of the NSA-series Industrial PC.
Do not attempt to take the NSA-series Industrial PC apart or touch the terminal
blocks or the inside of the NSA-series Industrial PC while the power is being
supplied. Doing so may result in electric shock.
Do not touch the power supply input terminals with wet hands. Doing so may result
in electric shock or injury.
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify the NSA-series Industrial PC. Required
safety functions may be lost.
Do not subject the NSA-series Industrial PC to water. Do not use the NSA-series
Industrial PC where it may be subjected to water or near water. If electric
components become wet, fire may occur due to electric shock, earth leakage, or
short circuits.
If the NSA-series Industrial PC produces smoke, abnormal odors, or abnormal
sounds, turn OFF the power supply immediately and disconnect the power supply
input connector. If you continue to use the NSA-series Industrial PC, short-circuits
may result in fire or electric shock.
Do not damage the power cable. Do not damage the cable or bend the cable past
its natural bending radius. Damage to the cable may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not use the input functions of the NSA-series Industrial PC, such as the touch
switches, for applications that involve human life or serious property damage, or for
emergency stop switches.
Do not simultaneously press two or more points on the touch panel at the same
time. If two or more points are touched at the same time, a switch located at the
center point between the points may operate.

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Caution
Do not place objects near the ventilation holes or block the ventilation holes. The
NSA-series Industrial PC may malfunction.
Turn OFF the power supply before doing any work on the NSA-series Industrial PC.
The case and the heat dissipation panel on the rear surface of the NSA-series
Industrial PC become very hot during operation. Do not touch them while the power
supply is turned ON. Also, turn OFF the power and wait for the NSA-series Industrial
PC to cool down before doing any maintenance work on the NSA-series Industrial PC.
When you turn OFF the power supply, either turn OFF the external input power source
or disconnect the power supply input connector.
Observe the specified specifications and the environmental conditions. Observe all
specified values, including those for the power supply voltage, frequency, and
capacity. Using the NSA-series Industrial PC under any other conditions may cause
electric shock, fire, or injury.

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Precautions for Safe Use
Observe the following precautions when using the NSA-series Industrial PC.
1. When you unpack the NSA-series Industrial PC, check carefully for any
external scratches or other damage. Also, shake the NSA-series Industrial PC
gently and check for any abnormal sounds.
2. The NSA-series Industrial PC must be installed in a control panel.
3. The panel must be a type 1 enclosure.
4. The mounting panel must be between 1.6 and 4.0 mm thick. Tighten the
Mounting Brackets evenly to a torque of between 0.5 and 0.6 N·m to maintain
water and dust resistance. Make sure the panel is not dirty or warped, and that
it is strong enough to hold the NSA-series Industrial PC.
5. Do not let metal particles enter the NSA-series Industrial PC when preparing
the panel.
6. Use the NSA-series Industrial PC in an environment with a pollution degree of
2 or better.
7. Do not connect an AC power supply to the DC power supply terminals.
8. Use a DC power supply with reinforced or double insulation and minimal
voltage fluctuation. The power supply must be capable of maintaining a stable
output for momentary power interruptions in the input of up to 10 ms.
· Rated power supply voltage: 24 VDC (Allowable range: 20.4 to 27.6 VDC)
· Capacity: 80 W min. for NSA12 and 100 W min. for NSA15
9. Do not perform a dielectric voltage test.
10. Connect the power supply to the power supply terminal block using a
twisted-pair cable with stranded copper wire between AWG16 and AWG12 with
a rated temperature of 75°C. Tighten the terminal screws to a torque of 0.5 to
0.8 N·m (5 to 7 lb·in). Be sure the screws are properly tightened.
11. Ground the NSA-series Industrial PC properly to prevent malfunction due to
noise.
12. Do not touch the components mounted on the boards with your bare hands.
Discharge static electricity from your body in advance.
13. Make sure that the power supply is OFF before you connect or disconnect any
cable.
14. Always hold the power supply connector by the housing when connecting or
disconnecting it. If you pull on the cable when connecting or disconnecting the
connector, heating, fire, or electric shock may occur.
15. Always tighten the screws on the connector after connecting the
communications cable. Tighten the screws for COM port 1 and 2 to a torque of
0.23 N·m.
16. The maximum tensile load for cables is 30 N. Do not apply loads greater than
this.
17. Confirm the safety of the system before turning ON or OFF the power supply.

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18. The entire system may stop depending on how the power supply is turned ON
or OFF. Turn ON and OFF the power supply according to the specified
procedures.
19. Always reset the power supply after changing switch settings.
20. Do not perform any of the following operations while the Memory Card is being
accessed.
· Turning OFF the power supply to the NSA-series Industrial PC
· Removing the Memory Card
Always follow the specified procedure when removing the Memory Card.
21. Do not press a touch switch with a force greater than 30 N.
22. Do not operate the touch switches with a screwdriver or any other tool.
23. Press touch switches only after confirming the safety of the system.
24. Do not quickly and consecutively press touch switches. The NSA-series
Industrial PC may not be able to read the inputs. Confirm the results of one
input before pressing a touch switch again.
25. Do not accidentally press touch switches when the backlight is not lit or when
the display does not appear. Press touch switches only after confirming the
safety of the system.
26. Do not connect a USB connector to any device that is not applicable.
27. Before connecting the USB connector to a device, check the exterior of the
device and make sure that the device is free of damage.
28. Commercially available USB hubs do not necessarily have the same basic
specifications as the NSA-series Industrial PC. The NSA-series Industrial PC
may not operate properly in environments subject to noise or static electricity.
If you use a USB hub, perform sufficient countermeasures for noise and static
electricity and do not install the USB hub near sources of noise or static
electricity.
29. When installing a Battery, make sure the Battery is the correct model and
install it correctly.
30. Do not disassemble the Battery or short-circuit the terminals.
31. Dispose of any battery that has been dropped on the floor or otherwise
subjected to excessive shock. Batteries that have been subjected to shock may
leak if they are used.
32. Local ordinances sometimes apply to disposal of the NSA-series Industrial PC or
Battery. Dispose of the NSA-series Industrial PC and Battery according to local
ordinances as they apply.
33. Never use volatile solvents, such as paint thinner, benzene, or chemical wipes.
34. The backlight in the NSA-series Industrial PC contains mercury. Do not dispose
of the NSA-series Industrial PC together with other waste to be sent to a
disposal site. Dispose of the NSA-series Industrial PC according to local
ordinances as they apply.

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35. The backlight in the NSA-series Industrial PC cannot be replaced by the user.
Contact your OMRON representative to replace the backlight.
36. If there is a chance that the NSA-series Industrial PC may come into contact
with water, inspect the installation periodically.
37. The NSA-Series Industrial PC uses an analog touch panel. The positions of
touch switches may change with time. If the touch switches are too far out of
position, calibrate them.
38. Waterproof and oil-proof performance may be lost if the front sheet is peeling
or cracked. Do not use the NSA-Series Industrial PC if the front sheet is peeling
or cracked.
39. Depending on the application environment, the rubber packing may deteriorate,
shrink, or harden. Inspect and replace it periodically.
40. Thoroughly test any application programs created by users or third-party
vendors to confirm that they operate properly before actually using them on the
NSA-Series Industrial PC. OMRON cannot assume any responsibility for
programs created by any party other than OMRON, nor for the results of using
such programs.
41. Windows XP Embedded is an OS designed for embedded use. Some
application programs that operate on the Windows XP Professional OS may
not operate on the Windows XP Embedded OS of an NSA-series Industrial PC.
42. Do not use the NSA-Series Industrial PC in locations that are subject to oil.
43. Do not place the Battery into a fire or heat the Battery.

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Precautions for Correct Use
Install the NSA-series Industrial PC correctly, as described in this manual.
zDo not operate the NSA-Series Industrial PC in the following locations:
· Locations subject to extreme changes in temperature
· Locations that exceed the specified values for temperature and humidity
· Locations subject to high humidity and condensation
· Locations subject to splashing chemicals
· Locations subject to splashing oil
· Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gases
· Locations subject to shock or vibration
· Locations outdoors directly subject to wind and rain
· Locations subject to strong ultraviolet light
· Locations subject to excessive dust and dirt
· Locations subject to direct sunlight
zTake appropriate and sufficient countermeasures when installing systems in the
following locations:
· Locations subject to static electricity or noise from other devices
· Locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields
· Locations that are near power supply lines
· Locations subject to possible exposure to radioactivity
Precautions
zLCD Panel Precautions
· There may be inconsistencies in the brightness of the LCD panel depending
on what is displayed and the contrast setting. This is not a malfunction.
· There may be small spots on the display. This is not a malfunction.
· The display color may appear to change if the display is viewed outside the
viewing angle. This is a basic characteristic of LCDs.
· There may be an afterimage if the same image is displayed for an extended
period of time.
zWindows XP Embedded
· Windows components cannot be added and deleted by using the menu
command under Add or Remove Programs from the Control Panel.
· The Windows Updates for Windows XP Professional cannot be installed.
· The service packs for Windows XP Professional cannot be installed.

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Conformance to EC Directives
This product is EMC compliant.
zConcepts
OMRON products are electronic devices that are incorporated in machines and
manufacturing installations. OMRON Industrial PCs conform to the related EMC
Directives (see note) so that the devices and machines into which they are built can
more easily conform to EMC directives. However, customers may use a wide variety
of equipment and manufacturing installations. Therefore the customer must check
whether the Directives are satisfied for the actual system. EMC-related performance
will vary depending on the configuration, wiring, and other conditions of the equipment
or control panel in which the Industrial PC is installed. The customer must, therefore,
perform final checks to confirm that the overall machine or device conforms to EMC
standards.
Note: Applicable EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) standards are as follows:
EMS (Electromagnetic Susceptibility): EN 61131-2
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference): EN 61131-2
(EN 61131-2 radiated emission: 10-m regulations)
zConformance to EC Directives
NSA-series Industrial PCs conform to EC Directives. To ensure that the machine or
device in which the NSA-series Industrial PC is used complies with EC Directives, the
Industrial PC must be installed as follows:
• The NSA-series Industrial PC must be installed in a control panel.
• You must use reinforced insulation or double insulation for the DC power supply
and the DC power supply must have minimal voltage fluctuations and provide a
stable output even if the power supply input is interrupted for 10 ms.
• NSA-series Industrial PCs complying with EC Directives also conform to the
Common Emission Standard (EN 61131-2). Radiated emission characteristics
(10-m regulations) may vary depending on the configuration of the control panel
used, other devices connected to the control panel, wiring, and other conditions.
You must therefore confirm that the overall machine or equipment complies with
EC Directives.
• This is a class A product. It may cause radio interference in residential areas, in
which case the user may be required to take adequate measures to reduce
interference.
• Use a PCI Board that complies with the EMC Directive. If a PCI Board that does
not comply with the EMC Directive is used, there are certain measures that the
user must take.
• For the Memory Card, use only a CF Card that has the CE Marking.

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Revision History
A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number on the front
cover of the manual.
Revision Code
V233-E1-06
Cat. No.
Revision code Date Revision content
01 January 2006 Original production
02 September 2006 •Added information on the NSA12-TX01S(-E) Toolbar
Model and 15-inch Models NSA15-TX01B(-E) and
NSA15-TX01S(-E).
•Added descriptions of the RAS Utility functions.
•Added precautions.
03 January 2007 Page 1-3: Changed capacity and service life specifications.
Page Appendix-23: Changed the writing lifetime from
300,000 cycles to 100,000 cycles.
04 February 2008 •Added NSA15-TX01B-01E and NSA15-TX01S-01E.
•Added starting and exiting BIOS setup.
•Added troubleshooting and accessory list.
•Deleted the Timer Start function
•Corrected errors and added information including
Appendix 6.
05 May 2008 Page 4-12: Adding information on Shutdown OS and
Reboot OS Buttons at bottom of page.
06 March 2011 •Added NSA12/15-TX01B-02E and
NSA12/15-TX01S-02E.
•Rewrote the PLP material at the front of the manual.
•Added information on conformance to EC Directives.
Page 2-3: Changed labels in top figure.
Page 3-11: Added material to the bottom of the page.

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Checking the Contents of the Package
The NSA-series Industrial PC is shipped together with a number of accessories.
When opening the package, make sure that all of the parts shown below are
included and in good condition.
In the event that any of these parts is missing or damaged, contact the sales
representative from whom you purchased the product.
Main Body Mounting Brackets (8)
OS (Operating System) License
Instruction Sheet
DVD (for recovery)