Rotec iPC12 User manual

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Revisions
Revisions to the User’s Manual are briefly listed here by index:
Index
Revision
Date
Author
Reason
00
First edit
8.12.2007
P. Walter
preliminary version
01
23.03.2008
P. Walter
Changed BIOS Menu

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Preface
The purpose of this manual is to support the user during the installation, application, and modification of the hardware/software
described in the following sections. The processes are explained from various technical aspects to simplify the individual steps.
Incaseofproblems,itishelpfultotrytoidentifytheerrorinareproducibleway,andtocomparethesettingsofallDIPswitches,
jumpers, and connector pin assignments, as well as all parameter settings (software), etc., with the specifications in this manual, before
you call us.
The product you purchased is versatile and complex, and even a small oversight can affect overall performance.
Although the information in this document has been carefully reviewed, ROTEC does not warrant it to be free of errors or omissions. In
this case, we apologize and would greatly appreciate correction proposals.
ROTEC reservestherighttomakeanychangestothehardwareorsoftwaretoimprovefunctionalityorsimplyoperation.These
changes will not be documented in all instances.
Nopartofthismanualmaybereproduced,translatedintootherlanguages,orstoredindataorwordprocessingsystemswithout the
express written permission of ROTEC.
© 2008 ROTEC technology GmbH, Rastatt
This manual was written and printed by
ROTEC technology GmbH
Gutenbergstr. 15 * D-76437 Rastatt
+49.7222 / 1008-0
Fax +49.7222 / 1008-10
Email: [e-mail]
http://www.rotec.de

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1. INSTRUCTION............................................................................................. 6
2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................................... 7
2.1. GENERAL GUIDELINES ........................................................................................................7
2.2. INSTALLATION RESTRICTIONS................................................................................................7
2.3. ELECTRICAL RESTRICTIONS ...................................................................................................8
2.4. OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES ...........................................................................8
2.5. BATTERY INFORMATION .................................................................................................... 10
3. UNPACKING............................................................................................. 11
4. WALL MOUNTING .................................................................................... 12
5. INTERFACES ............................................................................................. 13
5.1. VIDEO-IN...................................................................................................................... 13
5.2. PS/2 KEYBOARD ............................................................................................................ 13
5.3. PS/2 MOUSE ................................................................................................................ 13
5.4. SERIAL PORT 1(COM1)................................................................................................... 13
5.5. PARALLEL PORT (LPT1).................................................................................................... 13
5.6. USB............................................................................................................................ 14
5.7. ETHERNET ..................................................................................................................... 14
5.8. VGA OUTPUT................................................................................................................ 14
5.9. AUDIO ......................................................................................................................... 15
5.10. CARDBUS ...................................................................................................................... 15
5.11. IDE PORT ..................................................................................................................... 15
5.12. MINI PCI BUS................................................................................................................ 15
6. OPEN/CLOSE THE HOUSING ..................................................................... 16

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7. START UP................................................................................................. 17
8. TECHNICAL DATA ..................................................................................... 18
9. PC SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................. 21
9.1. FUNCTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................. 21
9.2. BLOCKDIAGRAMM ........................................................................................................... 24
9.3. WATCHDOG TIMER ......................................................................................................... 25
9.3.1. Configuration............................................................................................................. 25
9.3.2. Programming ............................................................................................................. 25
9.4. HARDWARE MONITOR ..................................................................................................... 26
9.4.1. Configuration............................................................................................................. 26
9.5. THERMAL MANAGEMENT.................................................................................................. 27
9.6. POWER MANAGEMENT .................................................................................................... 27
9.7. DEVICE CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................... 28
9.8. SETUP GUIDE ................................................................................................................. 30
9.8.1. Start Phoenix BIOS Setup Utility................................................................................ 30
9.8.2. General Informaiton.................................................................................................. 30
9.8.3. Info Menu.................................................................................................................. 31
9.8.4. Main Menu ................................................................................................................ 31
9.8.5. Advanced Menu........................................................................................................ 33
9.8.6. Security Menu ........................................................................................................... 41
9.8.7. Power Menu .............................................................................................................. 42
9.8.8. Exit Menu................................................................................................................... 44
9.8.9. Bios Extension............................................................................................................ 45
9.8.10. Updating/Restoring BIOS using PHOENIX Update Tool ............................................ 46
10. MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................ 48

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10.1. CUSTOMER SERVICE ................................................................................................... 48
10.2. CLEANING .................................................................................................................. 48
11. COMMUNICATIONS REGULATIONS INFORMATION.................................. 49

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1. Instruction
This manual will familiarize you with the installation and use of your Rotec MDR-12 display. Please take the
time to read these instructions even if you are familiar with monitors and computers.
We have taken all possible care to ensure that this manual contains correct, accurate information. We reserve
the right to make changes according to technical progress. However, the manufacturer cannot assume liability
for any possible errors. In addition, the manufacturer cannot guarantee that the hardware will meet the
purpose you require. We would appreciate reports of any errors, suggestions or criticism.

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2. Important Safety Information
This section contains:
•Battery information
•Important safety information
This display has been tested for conformance to safety regulations and requirements, and has been certified
for international use. Like any electronic device, however, the display should be used with care. To protect
yourself from possible injury and to minimize the risk of damage to the display, read and follow these safety
instructions.
2.1. General Guidelines
•Read all of these instructions.
•Save these instructions for later use.
•Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the display.
•Except as explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service the display yourself.
Opening or removing covers might expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all
servicing in marked compartments to service personnel.
•If for any reason the cabinet cover needs to be removed, then the instructions given in this
manual must be closely followed.
2.2. Installation Restrictions
•Do not use the opened display near water.
•Do not place the display on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The display might fall and be
seriously damaged.
•Donotblockorcovertheventilationslotsonthecoverorcabinetofthedisplay.Airmustbe
allowed to circulate through these slots in order to ensure that the display operates properly and
does not overheat.
•Installthedisplaynearanelectricaloutletforeaseofaccess.Usetheplugonthepowercordas
the power disconnect device for the display. When your displayisswitchedoff,beawarethatit
still carries full line voltage, and consumes some electrical energy. To completely remove all
voltages from the display and the auxiliary outlet, you must unplug the power cable from the wall
outlet.
•Do not place the displaynearoroveraradiatororheatregisterorindirectsunlight.Placethe
display in a small enclosure only if providing proper ventilation.

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•To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the top or near the display.
•Donotpermitanythingtorestonthepowercord.Donotlocatethedisplaywherepeoplecan
walk on its power cord.
•Do not plug the display into the same circuit with radio or television receivers.
2.3. Electrical Restrictions
•Use the plug that is provided with the display. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
•For international installation with a power source of 88-264 VAC, use a minimum 0.75 mm2PVC
sheathed three-coreflexiblecord,typeH05VV-F3G, with a green/yellow protective earthing
conductor electrically connected to the protective earthing terminal within the equipment and
connected to the protective earthing contact of the plug. The cablesetshouldhavesafety
approvals for the international installation and be marked HAR.
•For plugged equipment, the socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily
accessible.
•Operate the display from the type of power source indicatedonthemarkinglabel.Ifyouare
unsure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
•When your display is switched off, be aware that it still carries full line voltage. To completely
remove all voltages from the display, you must unplug the power cable from the wall outlet.
2.4. Operating and Maintenance Guidelines
•Keep the area around the iPC freefromstaticelectricityandmagneticfields.Beforeyoutouch
the display, discharge static electricity on your body by touching a metallic surface.
•Operate the iP C only when the cover is in the closed position.
•Do not turn the iP C on and off in rapid succession. Doing so might damage the configuration files
and other data on the hard disk.
•Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of
other controls might result in damage and often requires extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to normal operation.
•Unplug the iPC from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Clean the iPC periodically with a damp
cloth.
•Prepare the iP C before moving it by taking the following actions:
-Disconnect the iPC from the wall outlet.
-Close the cabinet.

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•Disconnect external peripheral devices.
•Unplug the iPC from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
any of the following conditions:
-The cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
-The iPC does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
-The iPC has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
-The iPC exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
•The LCD panel used in this product is made of glass. Therefore, it can break when the product
is dropped or applied with impact. Be careful not to be injured by broken glass pieces in case
the LCD panel breaks. The LCD panel is a very high technology product giving you fine picture
details. Occasionally, a few non-active pixels may appear on the screen as a fixed point of
blue, green or red.
•When the iPC display is operated continuously for long hours, the residual image of a
previous image may be observed. If a fixed image is displayed for a long period, this residual
image may be observed permanently (image sticking).
In order to prevent the fast development of image sticking, the following recommendations
are suggested:
-A fixed image should not be displayed for a long period; the image should be changed to
other images with short cycles.
-When the iPC display is not in use, please turn off the display.
-When the iPC display is in idle, please use moving screen saver.

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2.5. Battery Information
If the display has a battery that can be changed by the user, observe the following warning whenever you are
handling the battery:
Warning!
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. The battery used in this device may present a fire or
chemical burn hazard if mistreated.
Donotrecharge,disassemble,heatabove100°C(212°F),orincinerate.Donotexposethecontentsofthe
battery cells to water.
Replace the battery with an approved battery only. Approved replacement batteries are available from your
supplier. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion.
Dispose of the old battery according to local recycling regulations.
Note:
Do not dispose batteries. Please return batteries to your supplier to ensure recycling and disposal according to
the legal regulations.
Note:
The batteries used for timer backup or similar purposes, do not contain cadmium or mercury compounds.

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3. Unpacking
Carefully take the display out of the packaging and make sure that all of the following components are
included:
iPC12
AC-Power Adapter (optional)
This user manual
Windows XP licence including CD (optional)

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4. Wall mounting
The Rotec iPC12 PanelPC can be mounted and operated in vertical or in horizontal position. That means that
you can hang the display either in “landscape” or in “portrait” orientation to the wall. The displayed picture
can also be rotated to fit the desired orientation.
Mount a mounting adapter with VESA 75/75 described in the manual of the mouning kit

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5. Interfaces
5.1. Video-In
The Video-In Interface is realized using a Conexant CX23883 PCI Video Decoder, that provides depending on
configuration four FBAS signal inputs (multiplexed on one A/D-Converter) or three FBAS and one S-V i d e o
input.
Note: The Video-In ist not available on the light version
5.2. PS/2 Keyboard
ThekeyboardusesI/OandIRQresources.TheBIOSallocatestheresourcesduringPOSTconfiguration.The
resourcesaresettobecompatiblewithcommonPC/ATsettings.UsetheBIOSsetuptochangesomekey-
board-related parameters.
5.3. PS/2 Mouse
The mouse uses I/O and IRQ resources. The BIOS allocates the resources during POST configuration. The
resourcesaresettobecompatiblewithcommonPC/ATsettings.Youcanchangesomemouse-related para-
meters from the BIOS setup.
5.4. Serial Port 1 (COM1)
The serial-communication interface uses I/O and IRQ resources. The resources are allocated by the BIOS during
POST configuration and are set to be compatible with common PC/AT settings. Use the BIOS setup to change
some parameters that relate to the serial-communication interface.
5.5. Parallel Port (LPT1)
The parallel-communication interface uses I/O, IRQ, and DMA resources. The resources are allocated by the
BIOS during POST configuration and are set to be compatible with common PC/AT settings. You can change
some parameters of the parallel-communication interface through the BIOS setup.

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5.6. USB
Three USB host controllers are on the Intel® 82801DB south bridge device. The USB controllers comply with
both versions 1.1 and 2.0 of the USB standard and are backward compatible.
Onlytwoportsareavailable.TheUSBcontrollersarePCIbusdevices.TheBIOSallocatesrequiredsystem
resources during configuration of the PCI bus.
5.7. Ethernet
The Ethernet interface is based on the Intel® 82562 Fast Ethernet PCI controller. This 32-bitPCIcontrollerisa
fully integrated 10/100BASE-TX LAN solution. The Ethernet interface requires an external transformer. The
Ethernet interface is a PCI device. The BIOS setup automatically configures it during configuration of the PCI
device.
5.8. VGA Output
The iPC graphics subsystem is integrated in the Intel® 852GM/855GME northbridge. It has the following
features:
•Display image rotation
•Graphics core frequency up to 250 MHz
•Display core frequency at 133 MHz, 200 MHz or 250 MHz
•Render core frequency at 100 MHz, 133 MHz, 166 MHz, 200 MHz, 250 MHz
•2D graphics engine
•Improved hardware motion compensation for MPEG2
•Software DVD at 60 Fields/second and 30 frames/second full screen
•Support for standard definition DVD (i.e. NTSC pixel resolution of 720x480, etc.) quality encoding at low CPU
utilization
•Single- or dual-channel LVDS panel support up to UXGA panel resolution with frequency range from 25 MHz
to 112 MHz (single channel/dual channel)
•3D graphics engine
•3D setup and render engine
•Zone rendering
•High quality performance texture engine
•Viewpoint transform and perspective divide
•It can drive cathode ray tube (CRT) monitors and flat-panel displays. You can program the graphics controller
to use up the 32MB of unified memory architecture (UMA) memory as its video memory. Additional me-
mory may be assigned by the Intel Graphics Driver

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•Max. resolution CRT QXGA 2048x1536
•Max. resolution LCD UXGA 1600x1200 (4G colors)
•Bits/Pixels supported 1x18 bit, 2x18 bit, 1x24 bit*), 2x24 bit
5.9. Audio
The iPC audio controller is integrated in the Intel® 82801DB southbridge, the external audio codec is a AC97
compatible VIA VT1618 .
The audio controller is a PCI bus device. The BIOS allocates required system resources during configuration of
the PCI device.
5.10. Cardbus
The Cardbus controller supports PCMCIA (16 Bit) and PC-Card (32 Bit) devices.
5.11. IDE Port
TheIDEhostadapteriscapableofUDMAoperation.PleaserefertotheIDEspecificationsdocumentsfor
additional information.
Primary and secondary IDE host adapters are PCI bus devices. They are configured by the BIOS during PCI
device configuration. You can disable them in setup. Resources used by the primary and secondary IDE host
adapters are compatible with the PC/AT.
5.12. Mini PCI Bus
The implementation of this subsystem complies with the miniPCI specification. Refer to the documentation for
additional information.

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6. Open/close the housing
Warning!
Take care that power is off while doing some handlings in the open housing.

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7. Start Up
The iPC will start up by connecting the power cable to the power connector on the rear side. Take care that
the cable is supplied with power.
The iPC will boot up after power on.

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8. Technical Data
Product
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LCD Module Size
12“
Visual Characteristics
Panel Resolution
800x600(Option: 1024x768)
Response time
Tg = 6,5ms
Contrast ratio
500:1
Brightness
400 cd/m²
Standard Input/Output Capabilities
Video (S-Video, Composite)
optional
Standard VGA Output
Yes
Control
IR Remote
no
Control over RS232
Yes / Additional Software Required
Controled parameters
- backlight brightness
Yes
- backlight on/off
Yes
Software upgrade
Yes
Watchdog
Yes
Ambient Light Sensing
Yes
Over Heating Protection
Yes (Option)