Rockwell Automation Allen-Bradley VersaView 6180W-12KPXPH User manual

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VersaView
Industrial
Workstations
Catalog Numbers
6180W-12KSXPH,
6180W-12KPXPH,
6180W-12BSXPH,
6180W-12BPXPH,
6180W-12BPXPHDC,
6180W-15KSXPH,
6180W-15KPXPH,
6180W-15BSXPH,
6180W-15BPXPH,
6180W-15BPXPHDC
User Manual
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Important User Information
Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of
electromechanical equipment. Safety Guidelines for the Application,
Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls, publication SGI-1.1,
available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at
http://literature.rockwellautomation.com describes some important
differences between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical
devices. Because of this difference, and also because of the wide variety of
uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this
equipment must satisfy themselves that each intended application of this
equipment is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for
indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of
this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative
purposes. Because of the many variables and requirements associated with
any particular installation, Rockwell Automation, Inc. cannot assume
responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to
use of information, circuits, equipment, or software described in this manual.
Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without
written permission of Rockwell Automation, Inc., is prohibited.
Throughout this manual, when necessary, we use notes to make you aware
of safety considerations.
Allen-Bradley, Rockwell Automation, TechConnect, and VersaView are trademarks of Rockwell Automation, Inc.
Trademarks not belonging to Rockwell Automation are property of their respective companies.
WARNING Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause
an explosion in a hazardous environment, which may lead to personal
injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
IMPORTANT Identifies information that is critical for successful application and
understanding of the product.
ATTENTION Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead
to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.
Attentions help you identify a hazard, avoid a hazard, and recognize
the consequence
SHOCK HAZARD Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or
motor, to alert people that dangerous voltage may be present.
BURN HAZARD Labels may be on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or
motor, to alert people that surfaces may reach dangerous
temperatures.
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Summary of Changes
The information below summarizes the changes made to this manual
since the last revision.
Revision bars, as shown in the margin, identify updated information.
These are the changes for this version of the document.
Topic Page
Operating system information updated. 11
Information on the Multilingual User
Interface CD Pack updated. 11
Added information on backlight assembly
disposal. 57
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Table of Contents
Preface About This Publication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Who Should Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Purpose of This Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Additional Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Chapter 1
System Features
Chapter Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Product Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Accessories and Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operating Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Multilingual User Interface CD Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Chapter 2
Installation
Chapter Objective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
European Union Compliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Environment and Enclosure Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Installation Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Tools Required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Mount the Workstation in a Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Mount the Non-display Workstation in a Panel. . . . . . . . . . . 23
Product Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Connect a Keyboard and Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connect the Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connect AC Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Connect DC Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Connect to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Chapter 3
Operation
Chapter Objective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Operating Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Operator Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
DIP Switch Settings for Front-panel Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Video Loopback Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Start the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Reset the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Install Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
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Chapter 4
Replace System Components
Chapter Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Accessories and Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Remove the Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Install or Remove Add-in Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Replace the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Replace the Floppy Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Replace the CD-ROM/DVD-ROM Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Replace the Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Chapter 5
System Troubleshooting
Chapter Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Troubleshooting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Diagnostic Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Troubleshooting Checklists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Chapter 6
Maintenance
Chapter Objectives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Clean the Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Replace the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Replace the Fan Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Backlight Assembly Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Ship or Transport the Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix A - Specifications
Appendix B - Use a Touchscreen
Appendix C - Upgrade to a New BIOS
Index
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Preface
About This Publication
Read this preface to familiarize yourself with the rest of the manual.
The preface covers these topics:
•Who should use this manual
•Purpose of the manual
•Additional resources
Who Should Use This
Manual
Use this manual if you are responsible for installing, using, or
troubleshooting the VersaView Workstations.
Purpose of This Manual
This manual is a user guide for the VersaView Workstations. It gives an
overview of the system and describes procedures to:
•install the computer in a panel or enclosure.
•make computer connections.
•configure the computer.
•troubleshoot the computer.
Additional Resources
For additional information about the VersaView industrial
workstations, refer to these publications.
These publications are on the VersaView Accessories/Cloning CD, that
is shipped with your computer. You can also download electronic
versions of these publications from the Rockwell Automation website
http://literature.rockwellautomation.com.
Resource Description
VersaView Industrial Workstations
Installation Instructions,
6180W-IN001.
Provides procedures on how to install the
computer and make connections to the
workstation.
Cloning Utility Technical Data,
publication 6000-TD001.Provides information on how to create and restore
a backup image of your computer’s hard disk drive.
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Chapter 1
System Features
Chapter Objectives
This chapter provides an overview of the following topics:
•Product options
•Operating systems
•Features
•Accessories
•Parts list
Overview
The workstations feature an integrated 12.1 or 15-inch display and
keypad. These panel mount devices feature 32 or 36 programmable
function keys, a full alphanumeric keypad, and a resistive touch
screen option. With the workstation, you can run visual interface,
maintenance, control, and basic information applications from one
machine.
With its integrated display, function keys, alphanumeric keypad, and
resistive touch screen option, the workstation can function as an
industrial computer or an operator input station. The absence of
external monitor cables and separate component mounting
requirements allows for simple integration.
The workstations provide serial and Ethernet communication ports.
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Product Options
Accessories and
Replacement Parts
You can view a current list of accessories at the Rockwell Automation/
Allen-Bradley website http://www.ab.com/versaview.
Catalog Number(1)
(1) The workstations are available with the Windows XP or Windows 2000 operating system. Replace XP with 2K
in the catalog number, to order a workstation with the Windows 2000 operating system.
Display
Size Touchscreen Performance Operating System
6180W-12BSXPH
12 in.
Key/Touch Standard
Windows XP
6180W-12BPXPH Key/Touch Performance
6180W-12KSXPH Keypad only Standard
6180W-12KPXPH Keypad only
Performance6180W-12KPXPHDC(2)
(2) These catalog numbers operate on 24V dc power.
Keypad only
6180W-12BPXPHDC(2) Key/Touch
6180W-15BSXPH
15 in.
15 in.
Key/Touch Standard
Windows XP
6180W-15BPXPH Key/Touch Performance
6180W-15KSXPH Keypad only Standard
6180W-15KPXPH Keypad only
Performance
6180W-15KPXPHDC(2) Keypad only
6180W-15BPXPHDC(2) Key/Touch
6180W-7PXPH N/A N/A Windows XP
6180W-7PXPHDC(2)
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Operating Systems
The computers are shipped with one of these operating systems:
•Windows 2000 Professional, Service Pack 4 with Update
Rollup 1
•Windows XP Professional, Service Pack 2b
No operating system updates have been applied to the factory image
beyond the service packs.
For your convenience, the I386 source directory for Microsoft
Windows is on the system drive of your computer off the root
directory, C:\I386. This allows for easy removal and addition of
Windows components.
Computers with rotating-media hard drives include a recovery
partition on the system drive containing the original factory image.
You can use the supplied System Accessories/Cloning CD to restore
the operating system from the recovery partition, create a new
recovery image, and create bootable external recovery media.
Refer to the Cloning Utility documentation, publication 6000-TD001,
for instructions. You can view or download publications at
http://literature.rockwellautomation.com.
Computers with solid state drives have been customized to
accommodate the unique properties of the solid state drive. Some of
the pre-installed customizations include:
•no paging file.
•system restore set to zero and disabled.
•DLLCACHE directory emptied.
Computers with solid state hard drives do not contain a recovery
partition. If additional drive space is required, copy the I386 directory
to external media; then delete the I386 directory from C:\I386, which
is approximately 400 MB.
To obtain the original factory image on bootable external recovery
media, which also includes the I386 source directory, contact your
local technical support center.
Multilingual User Interface
CD Pack
The Microsoft Multilingual User Interface (MUI) CD Pack contains a
collection of different language sets that can be installed into the
operating system. MUI packs are available for all Windows XP
operating systems and provide a localized start menu and system
icons support.
The instructions for installing MUI languages on your computer are
supplied with the MUI CD Pack.
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Features
The illustrations show the major features and controls of each
computer.
1200W Workstation - Top and Side View
1200W Workstation - Side View
Alpha Keys
36 Function Keys
Numeric Keys
LCD Display
(with or without
optional touchscreen)
Printer
Power
Switch
Power Fan
USB
COM1
Cable Tie
Retainer
Screen
Display
Input
LAN
VGA Output
Audio
Output
Auto
Adjust
Button
(hidden in
this view)
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1200W Workstation - Back View
Floppy Disk
Drive
Optical Drive
Auto Adjust
Button
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1500W and Non-display Workstations - Top and Side
1500W and Non-display Workstations - Side View
LCD Display
(with or without
optional touchscreen)
Alpha Keys
32 Function Keys
Numeric Keys
USB Ports
Printer
LAN
Screen Display Input
(display only)
VGA Output
COM1
Floppy Disk
Drive
Optical Drive
Power
Power Switch
PS2 Keyboard/Mouse
Port (non-display only)
Audio Output
Screen Auto Adjust Button (display only)
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Before You Begin
Before unpacking the product, inspect the shipping carton for
damage. If damage is visible, immediately contact the shipper and
request assistance. Otherwise, proceed with unpacking.
Keep the original packing material in case you need to return the
product for repair or transport it to another location. Use both the
inner and outer packing cartons to provide adequate protection for a
unit returned for service.
Parts List
Your workstation is shipped with these items:
•VersaView System Accessories/Cloning CD
•VersaView Support CD
•Microsoft Multilingual User Interface (MUI) CD Pack
This CD pack is not included with VersaView computers
containing solid-state hard drive or VersaView computers with
the Windows 2000 operating system.
•Mounting clips
•Power cord, ac (when appropriate)
•Video Loopback cable (when appropriate)
•PS/2 Y adapter cable for non-display workstation
•Card hold downs for PCI and ISA cards
•Installation guide and cutout template
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Chapter 2
Installation
Chapter Objective
This chapter describes how to install your workstation in a panel and
how to make connections to the workstation. It covers these topics:
•European Union Compliance
•Environment and enclosure information
•Installation guidelines
•Required tools
•Mount the workstation in a panel
•Product dimensions
•Connect a keyboard and mouse
•Connect the video
•Connect ac or dc power
•Connect to the network
European Union
Compliance
This product meets the European Union Directive requirements when
installed within the European Union or EEA regions and has the CE
mark. A copy of the Declaration of Conformity is available at the
Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley website
http://www.ab.com/certification.
ATTENTION The product is intended to operate in an industrial or control
room environment, which utilizes some form of power isolation
from the public low voltage mains. Some computer
configurations may not comply with the EN 61000-3-2
Harmonic Emissions standard as specified by the EMC Directive
of the European Union. Obtain permission from the local power
authority before connecting any computer configuration that
draws more than 75 watts of ac power directly from the public
mains.
ATTENTION To comply with EN 55024, the Ethernet port LAN cable must be
less than 30 m (98.42 ft) long, and it must be used only indoors
(that is, not exit the building at any point). All other I/O cables
must be less than 3 m (9.84 ft) long, and must be used only
indoors.
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Environment and Enclosure
Information
Review the information on enclosures and environments before
installing your computer.
ATTENTION This equipment is intended for use in a Pollution Degree 2
industrial environment, in overvoltage Category II applications
(as defined in IEC publication 60664-1), at altitudes up to
2000 meters (6562 feet) without derating.
This equipment is considered Group 1, Class A industrial
equipment according to IEC/CISPR Publication 11. Without
appropriate precautions, there may be potential difficulties
ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments
due to conducted as well as radiated disturbance.
Operating the capacitive touchscreen version in a high noise
environment may cause the touchscreen to respond slowly to
touch inputs, or may cause the position of the screen cursor to
drift.
This equipment is supplied as ‘open type’ equipment. UL
recognized equipment must be mounted in an enclosure that is
suitably designed and rated for those specific environmental
conditions that will be present, and designed to prevent
personal injury resulting from accessibility to live parts. UL
listed equipment need not be mounted inside another enclosure
if NEMA Type and IEC ratings are not required, but the
mounting method must limit the tilt of the product to +/- 30°
from vertical. Examples include articulated arm, table-top
stand, wall mount, or other means having sufficient mechanical
stability. The mounting means must be firmly attached to the
supporting surface using screws bolts, or clamps so the
computer cannot tip. All units meet specified NEMA and IEC
ratings only when mounted in a panel or enclosure with an
equivalent rating. Subsequent sections of this publication may
contain additional information regarding specific enclosure type
ratings that are required to comply with certain product safety
certifications.
In addition to this publication, see:
•Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines, for
additional installation requirements, Allen-Bradley
publication 1770-4.1.
•NEMA Standards publication 250 and IEC publication
60529, as applicable, for explanations of the degrees of
protection provided by different types of enclosure.
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Installation Considerations
Follow these guidelines to make sure your product provides safe and
reliable service:
•The installation site must have sufficient power.
•The enclosure must have sufficient space around air inlets and
outlets to provide the circulation necessary for cooling. Never
allow air passages to become obstructed.
•The ambient air temperature must not exceed the maximum
operating temperature. Consider heat produced by other devices
in the enclosure. You may need to supply a fan, heat exchanger,
or air conditioner to meet this condition.
•The humidity of the ambient air must not exceed specified
limits. In very dry environments, static charges build up readily.
Proper grounding of the equipment through the ac power cord
helps to reduce static discharges, which may cause shocks and
damage electronic components.
•The enclosure or cover must remain in place at all times during
operation. The cover provides protection against high voltages
inside the product and inhibits radio-frequency emissions that
might interfere with other equipment.
Tools Required
These tools are required for product installation.
•Panel cutout tools
•#2 Phillips screwdriver
Mount the Workstation in a
Panel
You can install the 1200W and 1500W models of the workstation in a
panel by using mounting clips. The non-display version can be
installed in a panel by using the four screw holes on the front plate.
TIP Hot air rises. The temperature at the top of the enclosure is
often higher than the temperature in other parts of the
enclosure, especially if air is not circulating.
IMPORTANT The product can operate at a range of extremes. However, the
life span of any electronic device is shortened if you
continuously operate the product at its highest rated
temperature.
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