Z Microsystems GCS17T User manual

GCS
DISPLAYS
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1. Use the power and video
cables supplied with the prod-
uct to help prevent interfer-
ence with radio and television
reception. The use of cables
and adapters may cause
interference with electronic
equipment in the vicinity of
this unit.
2. This equipment is designed
to meet the limits for Class
A digital devices imposed by
Part 15 of FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against
harmful interference when
equipment is operating in
commercial environments.
This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and,
if not installed and used in
accordance with the
instruction manual, may
cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
3. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely
to cause interference in which
case the user will be required
to correct the interference at
his own expense. Changes or
modications not expressly
approved by Z Microsystems
could void user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
FCC INFORMATION
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
ALSO, DO NOT USE THIS UNIT’S POLARIZED AS PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE
OR OTHER OUTLETS UNLESS ALL THREE PRONGS CAN BE FULLY INSERTED
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK OF
UNIT). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
This symbol warns the user that insulated voltage within the unit may have sufcient magnitude
to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any part
inside this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of
this unit has been included. Therefore it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
REGULATORY
GCS
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SECTION PAGE
Introduction ........................................................................................................................4
About This Manual....................................................................................................4
Safety Precautions....................................................................................................4
Product Description ..................................................................................................5
Installation Instructions.......................................................................................................6
Required Tool............................................................................................................6
Cable Connections ...................................................................................................8
Adjusting Angle of the Displays ................................................................................9
Preparation for Transport
Pilot and Sensor Displays Transport Mode Setup .................................................10
Common View Displays Transport Mode Setup.....................................................13
Operations.......................................................................................................................14
Display Panel Controls ...........................................................................................14
Display Panel Setup................................................................................................15
Touch Screen Setup ...............................................................................................15
Onscreen Menus.....................................................................................................16
Conguration Screen..............................................................................................18
Advanced Options Screen......................................................................................19
Main Screen Information ........................................................................................19
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................20
Troubleshooting ..............................................................................................................21
No Main Display Image...........................................................................................20
Display Image Has Vertical Bars............................................................................22
Display Image Appears Fuzzy................................................................................22
Replacing Parts...............................................................................................................23
Appendix .........................................................................................................................24
Specications for GCS17T .....................................................................................24
Schematic Outline for GCS17T ..............................................................................25
Specications for GCS21T .....................................................................................26
Schematic Outline for GCS21T ..............................................................................27
Specications for GCS24T .....................................................................................28
Schematic Outline for GCS24T ..............................................................................29
Disclaimer ...............................................................................................................30
Customer Support...................................................................................................31
Customer Feedback................................................................................................32
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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ABOUT MANUAL
Safety Precautions
DANGER:
To avoid shock hazard:
Do not remove the covers around•
the GCS
Do not connect or disconnect the GCS•
during an electrical storm.
e power cord plug must be connected•
to a properly wired and grounded
power outlet.
Any equipment to which the GCS•
will be attached must also be
connected to properly wired and
grounded power outlets.
This Manual is also available on the Z Microsystems website (www.zmicro.com). We
recommend you read this manual carefully and follow the instructions in the Installation
chapter for verication of system functions and control settings.
INTRODUCTION

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
INTRODUCTION
The GCS (Ground Control Station) series is designed with unique flexible
mounting options, an ultra-high per formance modular video processor
and touch panel options built into a light-weight exible package. The GCS
Displays are designed around a state of the art in-house developed video
processor that is married to high end LCD electronics producing an advanced
picture quality and customization. The electronics are packaged within
aircraft grade machined aluminum and nished with a tough baked on powder
coating. The GCS Displays are designed for severe environments while
producing sophisticated video processing.

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Required Tools
NOTE: For the fastest and easiest
installation of the GCS, follow
these steps in the sequence they
are presented.
Preparations
In preparation to install the
GCS, turn off the electrical power to
your computer.
Philips Screwdriver•
3/32” Allen Key to adjust friction•
hinges
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2. Extend slides from mounting rack.
3. With the aid of a second person for
assistance, lift the chassis frame assem-
bly onto the slide rails. The slides should
“click” into the rails when secure.
4. When Chassis is secure, extend the unit
out for easy access to rear connectors and
IO panel.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION
1. Attach the filler panel at the top of the
mounting rack using a Philips screwdriver
5. Attach the corresponding cables to the
rear side of the System I/O panel.
6. To mount a display, open the quick
release latch on the rear of the Chassis
display frame.

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9. Repeat the steps to attach all the display
to the corresponding frames.
8. When all display alignment pins have
been aligned, hold the display rmly
against the frame, and close the quick
release latch on the rear.
INSTALLATION
11. Plug in all relevant cables into rear
underside of displays.
10. If necessary, unfasten the lock down
cable bracket to adjust cable length.
7. Lift and hold the hold the display to the
frame and align the display’s pins with the
corresponding holes in the display frame.

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1. Loosen the hinge slack mechanism in
the rear of the GCS 17 inch display frame.
4. Retighten the hinge slack mechanism in
the rear of the GCS 17 inch display frame
to lock position of the display.
2.Once the display is free to adjust, use
your hands to position the GCS 17 inch
display unit at the desired angle.
3.When extreme viewing angles are
required, slide the GCS 17 forward to clear
interference with the top display.
VIEWING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT ON TOP WING DISPLAY
ADJUSTING DISPLAY ANGLES
5. To adjust any of the display’s friction
hinges, use an Allen key to evenly loosen
or tighten the locking hinge mechanism to
suite desired resistance.

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PILOT AND SENSOR DISPLAYS TRANSPORT MODE SETUP
3. When the display is aligned with the
captive fastener, screw captive fastener
into display frame to secure display in
transport mode.
2. Rotate top display to full vertical position
to align display frame with the lock down
mechanism.
1. Loosen Top display hold-down captive
fastener from its storage position.
PREPARATION FOR TRANSPORT