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Product Type	Flat Panel Monitor with 15" Color TFT/LCD Display
Model	FPM-2150 Series (FPM-2150GB, FPM-2150-R, FPM-2150-U)
Display Size	15 inches
Maximum Resolution	1024 x 768 (XGA)
Maximum Colors	262k
Luminance	250 cd/m²
Contrast Ratio	500:1 (typical)
Viewing Angle	140° (H) / 120° (V)
Touchscreen (Optional)	8-wire analog resistive, resolution 1024 x 1024, light transmission 75%
Touchscreen Interface	RS-232 (FPM-2150-R) or USB 1.1 (FPM-2150-U)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	383 x 307 x 48.13 mm (15" x 12.09" x 1.9")
Panel Mount Cutout	373.5 x 297.5 mm (14.7" x 11.71")
Weight	4.5 kg (9.9 lb)
Power Consumption (Monitor)	+12 V DC +/- 10% @ 2.5 A
Power Adapter Input	100-240 V AC, output +12 V @ 3.5 A
Operating Temperature	0° to 50° C (32° to 122° F)
Storage Temperature	-20° to 60° C (-4° to 140° F)
Ingress Protection	Front panel: NEMA4 / IP65 compliant (Al-Mg alloy)
Construction	Heavy-duty steel chassis
Mounting Options	Panel, wall, rack (with kit), desktop, VESA arm
OSD Controls	Brightness, contrast, H/V position, clock phase, auto adjust
Certifications	CE, FCC Class B, BSMI, CCC
Warranty	1 year

Frequently Asked Questions - FPM-2150 Advantech

What mounting options are available for the FPM-2150?

The FPM-2150 can be mounted in panel, wall, rack (with optional kit), desktop stand, or VESA arm configurations. Detailed instructions are in the manual.

How do I install the touchscreen driver on Windows 2000/XP?

Insert the driver CD, navigate to TouchScreen-DRV folder, run setup.exe for your model (RS-232 or USB). Follow the wizard, accept license, and reboot. Then calibrate using PenMount Control Panel.

How do I calibrate the touchscreen?

After driver installation, click the PenMount Monitor icon (PM) in the taskbar, open Control Panel, go to Calibrate tab, and run Standard Calibration by touching the five red squares in sequence. For older screens, use Advanced Calibration.

What should I do if the monitor shows no display?

Check the power LED: green means normal, orange means no signal or out of range. Ensure VGA cable is connected properly and the PC's vertical frequency is within supported range. Also verify the power adapter is plugged in and outputting 12V.

How should I clean the monitor?

Disconnect the monitor from AC power. Use a soft damp cloth with water only. Do not use liquid or spray detergents. Avoid getting moisture into openings.

What is the lifespan of the touchscreen?

The touchscreen is rated for 1,000,000 activations at a single point using a 5/8" silicone finger at 350g load (2 touches/sec). Character writing lifespan is 100,000 characters in a 20x20 mm area.

What resolutions and refresh rates are supported?

Supported modes include 640x480 (56-75 Hz), 720x400 (70 Hz), 800x600 (56-75 Hz), and 1024x768 (56-75 Hz). The monitor automatically recognizes sync signals.

What is the power consumption of the monitor?

The monitor requires +12V DC at 2.5A (30W). The included AC/DC adapter accepts 100-240V AC and outputs 12V at 3.5A (42W max).

How do I use the OSD (On-Screen Display) functions?

Press the SEL button to open OSD. Use arrow keys to navigate and adjust brightness, contrast, position, clock phase, etc. Press both arrow buttons simultaneously to lock/unlock settings. Press EXIT to close.

What are the storage temperature limits?

The safe storage temperature range is -20° to 60°C (-4° to 140°F). Avoid exposing the monitor to temperatures above 60°C or below -20°C for extended periods to prevent damage.

USER MANUAL FPM-2150 Advantech

Flat Panel Monitor with 15" Color TFT/LCD Display

User Manual

Copyright Notice

This document is copyrighted by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make improvements to the products described in this manual at any time. Specifications are thus subject to change without notice.

No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co., Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, Advantech Co., Ltd., assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringements upon the rights of third parties which may result from its use.

All brand and product names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

This Manual Covers the Following Models

- FPM-2150GB

Part No. 2003215002 3rd Edition

Printed in Taiwan May 2005

FPM-2150 Series User Manual ii

Product Warranty (1 year)

Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase.

This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.

All defective products under normal / standard operation will be serviced by Advantech's global RMA system. If an Advantech product is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials, service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.

If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:

1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product, and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandise authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt) in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid to your dealer.

FCC Class B

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with this user's manual, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Note that even when this equipment is installed and used in accordance with this user's manual, there is still no guarantee that interference will not occur. If this equipment is believed to be causing harmful interference to radio or television reception, this can be determined by turning the equipment on and off. If the interference is occurring, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
- Connect the equipment to a power outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Packing List

Before installing your equipment, make sure that the following materials have been received:

• FPM-2150 Series flat panel monitor
- Accessory pack, including:

• AC/DC adapter
• AC/DC power adapter bracket
• Video signal cable, 1.8m
• Fixed panel-mounted bracket x 10 pcs
• Screw Bags (M4x25 mm screws x 10 pcs)
• DC in Power Cord bracket x 1 piece
• RS-232 cable, 1.8m (FPM-2150-R only) or USB cable, 1.8m (FPM-2150-U only)
• Driver/manual CD-ROM

If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales representative immediately.

Additional Information and Assistance

1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com where you can find the latest information about the product.
2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the following information ready before you call:
   • Product name and serial number
   • Description of your peripheral attachments
3. Description of your software (operating system, version, application software, etc.)
   • A complete description of the problem
   • The exact wording of any error messages

Safety Instructions

1. Read these safety instructions carefully.

2. Keep this User's Manual for later reference.

3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.

4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equipment and must be easily accessible.

5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.

6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting it fall may cause damage.

7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.

8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the equipment to the power outlet.

9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything over the power cord.

10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source to avoid damage by transient overvoltage.

12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.

13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be opened only by qualified service personnel.

14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service personnel:

a. The power cord or plug is damaged.
b. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.
c. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
d. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the user's manual.
e. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
f. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.

1. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN UNCONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE STORAGE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW -20^ C ( -4^ F) OR ABOVE 60^ C ( 140^ F). THIS MAY DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT.

The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982 is no more than 70dB(A).

DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.

DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC704-1.

Advantech disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction ...... 2

1.1 Introduction....2
1.2 Specifications 2
1.3 LCD Specifications 3
1.4 Power Adapter Specifications 4
1.5 Connectors.... 4
1.6 Dimensions.... 5

Figure 1.1:FPM-2150GB Chassis Dimensions .... 5

Chapter 2 System Setup....8

2.1 Mounting FPM-2150....8

2.1.1 Wall Mounting 8

Figure 2.1: Wall Mounting 8

2.1.2 Panel Mounting 9

Figure 2.2:Panel Mounting 9

2.1.3 Rack Mounting 9

Figure 2.3: Rack Mounting ...... 9

2.2 Desktop, Swing-ARM for FPM-2150.... 10

2.2.1 Desktop Stand 10

Figure 2.4:Desktop Stand for the FPM-2150 Series .... 10

2.2.2 Swing-ARM (designed for VESA ARM standard) ..... 11

Figure 2.5:Swing-ARM for the FPM-2150 series ..... 11

2.2.3 Power Adapter 12

Appendix A Display Timing Mode & OSD 14

A.1 Supported Input Timing Modes 14

Table A.1: Supported Input Formats 14

A.2 Keypad Interface 15

A.3 Power Indicator LED Status.... 15

A.4 OSD Function.... 16

Appendix B Touchscreen 18

B.1 Introduction ...... 18

B.2 Touchscreen Specifications.... 18

B.3 Installing Driver for Windows 2000/XP 19

B.4 Configuring PenMount Windows 2000/XP Driver...... 24

B.4.1 PenMount Control Panel 24

B.4.2 PenMount Monitor Menu Icon 34

B.4.3 PenMount Rotating Functions 35

B.5 Uninstall the PenMount Windows 2000/XP driver...... 36

Introduction

This chapter includes:

• Introduction
• Specifications
• LCD Specification
  • Power Consumption
• Connectors
• Dimensions

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Introduction

Advantech's FPM-2150 Series consists of 15" color TFT LCD flat panel monitors built specifically for industrial applications. With the optional touchscreen, the FPM-2150 Series is an user-friendly system control interface.

In addition to its usual application as an LCD panel monitor, the FPM-2150 Series comes standard with Direct VGA control signal input, making it compatible with industrial PCs and workstations.

The OSD (On Screen Display) function allows you to adjust the display and turn the backlight on and off, a function that is highly appreciated among experienced users of industrial flat panel monitors.

The whole chassis is made of durable steel, and the front panel is of Al-Mg with NEMA4/IP65 compliance.

Products in the FPM-2150 Series can also be provided in touch screen versions (FPM-2150-R and FPM-2150-U). With an 8-wire resistive type touchscreen, this monitor can be immediately transformed into a remote control system.

The Advantech FPM-2150 is the ultimate HMI solution for your industrial application.

1.2 Specifications

General

• Construction: Heavy-duty steel chassis
• Front Panel: Al-Mg, NEMA4/IP65 compliant
  • Control: OSD (On Screen Display) control pad on front side
• Mounting: Panel, wallmount, rackmount (with rackmount kit), desktop or VESA Arm
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 383 x 307 x 48.13 mm (15" x 12.09" x 1..9")

• Panel Mount Cut out Dimension (W x H): 373.5 x 297.5 mm (14.7" x 14.71")
  • Weight: 4.5 kg (9.9 lb)

• Vibration (operating): 5 \~ 17 Hz, double-amplitude displacement; 17 \~ 500 Hz, 1.0 G peak to peak
  • CE, FCC, BSMI, CCC certified
  • Power Consumption: +12V +/- 10% @ 2.5 A

Touchscreen (Optional)

• Type: 8 wire, analog resistive
• Resolution: 1024 x 1024
• Light Transmission: 75% (Gouge Hardness is greater than 4H per ASTM D3363-92 for HCC01, HCG10 and HCG12)
- Controller: RS-232 interface (for FPM-2150G-R version) or USB 1.1 (for FPM-2150G-U version)
• Power Consumption: FPM-2150G-R: +5 V @ 200 mA FPM-2150G-U: +5 V @ 100 mA (USB bus power)
• OS Support: Windows 95/98/NT/2000/XP/CE 4.2, MS-DOS,
- Life Span: 1,000,000 activations (typical) at a single point with a 5/8" diameter silicone finger with a 350g load at 2 touches per second

1.3 LCD Specifications

• Display Type: XGA TFT-LCD
• Display Size: 15"
  • Max. Colors: 262 k
  • Max. Resolution: 1024 x 768
  • Viewing Angle: 140°(H), 120°(V)
  • Luminance: 250 cd/m2
• Storage Temperature: -20 60^ C (-4 \~ 140 °F)
• Operating Temperature: 0 50^ C (32 \~ 122 °F)
• Contrast Ratio: 500 : 1 (typ)
• Lamp Life Time (MTBF): 40,000 hrs.

• Max Output Power: 42 Watts
• AC input voltage: 100 - 240 V AC
• Output voltage: +12 V @ 3.5 A
• Safety Standards: UL/CE/CCC/TUV/CB

1.5 Connectors

The following connectors are on the bottom of the FPM-2150 Series:

VGA Port (DB15)

This DB-15 connector can be connected to the system via the external 15-pin DB-15 connector locatd on the left side of the system unit.

RS-232 Touchscreen Connector (DB9) (with FPM-2150G-R)

This connector will only be present if a touchscreen is installed. It must be connected to the RS-232 port of the PC. The touchscreen cable is included with all orders that include the touchscreen option.

USB Touchscreen Connector (USB type B) (with FPM-2150G-U)

This connector will only be present if a touchscreen is installed. It must be connected to the USB port of the PC. The touchscreen cable is included with all orders that include the touchscreen option.

DC 12V Power In

This connector connects to the DC 12V Switching Power Supply.

Warning:

Before you connect a VGA cable between FPM-2150 and a PC, please note the following issues.

1. If you have installed a operating system in the PC, make sure the vertical frequency is within the acceptable range. (Refer to Appendix B)
2. If you have not installed a operating system, you have to adjust the vertical frequency to fall within the range.

1.6 Dimensions

Cut out dimension 374.6 × 298.6 mm (14.74" × 11.75")

Figure 1.1: FPM-2150GB Chassis Dimensions

System Setup

• Mounting the Monitor
  • Wall / Panel / Rack Mounting
• Desktop / Swing-Arm Mounting

Chapter 2 System Setup

2.1 Mounting FPM-2150

The FPM-2150 Series can be flexibly mounted. The versatility of the FPM-2150 mounts enable it to be mounted on your desk or almost anywhere else.

2.1.1 Wall Mounting

Please refer to figure 2.1 and follow the steps below to install FPM-2150 on a wall. The wall mounting kit is optional. (P/N: FPM-2150DESK-MT)

1. Screw the hook and wall-mounted brackets on the wall.
2. Place the FPM-2150 in the bracket.
3. Fix FPM-2150 on the hook and the wall-mounted bracket

Figure 2.1: Wall Mounting

2.1.2 Panel Mounting

Refer to figure 2.2 and follow the instructions below to install in a panel.

1. Place ten panel-mounting brackets on FPM-2150 (3 on the top, 3 on the bottom, 2 on the left, and 2 on the right).
2. Fasten the ten panel-mounting brackets with screws.
3. Mount FPM-2150 on the panel by the screws on the ten panel-mounted brackets.

Technical line drawing of an electronic device showing internal components and wiring (no text or symbols)

Figure 2.2: Panel Mounting

2.1.3 Rack Mounting

Refer to figure 2.3. FPM-2150 can be directly mounted in a standard 19" rack. Just mount the panel on the rack and secure with four screws. The rack mounting kit is optional. (P/N: FPM-2150RACK-MT).

Isometric line drawing of a two-cell cabinet with an open door, showing structural change from left to right (no text or symbols)

Figure 2.3: Rack Mounting

The FPM-2150 can also be mounted in other ways. You can use the desktop stand for desktop use or attach it on a swing-arm bracket.

2.2.1 Desktop Stand

Refer to figure 2.4. The desktop stand bracket is attached to the rear of FPM-2150.. Simply attach the small bracket at the rear side of the monitor by screwing the two screws. The bracket now becomes the desktop stand bracket.

The desktop stand kit is optional. (P/N: FPM-2150DESK-MT)

Figure 2.4: Desktop Stand for the FPM-2150 Series

2.2.2 Swing-ARM (designed to meet VESA ARM standard)

FPM-2150 has been designed with support for the VESA arm standard. Refer to figure 2.5. Detach the mounting brackets on the rear side, then attach the FPM-2150 onto the VESA ARM mount.

Figure 2.5: Swing-ARM for the FPM-2150 series

2.2.3 Power Adapter

The power adapter bracket is attached to the rear of FPM-2150. Detach the small bracket at the rear side of the monitor by unscrewing the four screws.

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Technical line drawing of an electronic device chassis with ports, connectors, and a control panel (no text or symbols visible)

Display Timing Mode and OSD

Appendix A Display Timing Mode & OSD

A.1 Supported Input Timing Modes

The different frequencies below are already programmed in this module, and the synchronous signal inputs are automatically recognized.

Table A.1: Supported Input Formats
	Vertical Frequencies
Resolution	56 Hz 60 Hz	70 Hz 72 Hz	75 Hz
640 x 480 Yes	Yes Yes Yes
720 x 400 Yes
800 x 600 Yes	Yes Yes Yes	Yes
1024 x 768 Yes	Yes Yes Yes

Note 1: Even if the preset timing is entered, some adjustment of functions such as Horizontal period, CLK-delay and display position, are required. The adjusted values are memorized in every preset number.

Note 2: This module recognizes the synchronous signals with near preset timing of the frequency of the HS and Vsync, even in the case that the signals other than the preset timing that were entered.

Note 3: Because adjustments may not fit, such as differing magnifying ratios or, in the case that you use it except for the display timing that was preset.

A.2 Keypad Interface

AUTO Press this button to execute auto-adjustment process.
SEL Press to show the OSD screen or select an item to change its setting.
	Press to move between items or increase/decrease item setting.Press both buttons simultaneously to lock/unlock the current settings.
EXIT Press to close the selected item or the whole OSD screen.
ON/OFF Press the ON/OFF button to turn FPM-2150G's backlight on and off. When power is off, the power indicator will be blinking.

A.3 Power Indicator LED Status

The keypad interface provides a driver for a dual color LED to indicate status.

(1) Green: COMMON board detects a input signal and sends output signal to LCD panel.
(2) Orange: No signal detected, or out of range.
(3) Green and blinking: Backlight is off.
(3) No color: Power off

Each selected value is stored into LCD memory after SEL signal input or time out. The stored values are not affected if the power is turned off. But the selected value is not available in case a selected mode is changed before time out or power is turned off before time out.

The default definition of input keys is shown as following:

Main Menu	Sub Menu Functionality
Brightness Adjust brightness of the display
Contrast Contrast Adjust contrast of RGB channel simultaneously
Position H.Size Adjust phase of ADC sample clock
	Clock Phase Adjust number of clocks per line
	H.Position Move input image capture window left or right
	V.Position Move the input image capture window up or down
Information Information System input mode information and maximum range supported by screen
All Reset All Reset Reset menu parameters to factory default setting

Touchscreen

This appendix contains information on the touchscreen, its installation and configuration.

Appendix B Touchscreen

B.1 Introduction

The FPM-2150 Series' optional touchscreen uses advanced 3M^TM 8-wire resistive technology. It provides more accurate sensing capacity than other technologies. The touchscreen is specially designed for tough industrial environments, and has been approved to FCC Class B standards.

B.2 Touchscreen Specifications

Electrical

• Contact bounce: < 10 ms
• Operating voltage: 5 V (typical)
  • Sheet Resistance: 350 +/- 22% Ω per Square.
• Linearity: < 1.5% full scale linearity error in either direction.
  • Insulation Resistance: >20 MΩ @ 25 V DC

Durability

• Test conditions: 4 H hardness, 0.04" stylus pen, 350 gram load
• Point activation:
  1 Million activations on a single point with a 5/8" diameter silicone finger with a 350g load at 2 Hz
  • Character Activation Life:

  100,000 characters written within a 20 mm x 20 mm area on the touch screen.
  • Chemical resistance:
  Hard coating is highly resistant to most solvents and chemicals

Optical

• Visible light transmission: 75% typical (>74% @ 550 nm test)
- Clarity: Clear Finish - 25%, Antiglare Finish - 15%

Sensor board

- Chemical strengthened glass with 4 H hardness standard. (Test condition: ASTM D3363-92A)

Ball drop test

- Able to bear a 225 g steel ball dropped from 660 mm elevation without breaking

Environmental Specifications

• Operating Temperature Range: -20^ +50^ , 2 weeks at 50^/90% RH.
• Storage Temperature High: +70^ , 240 hours at ambient humidity.
• Storage Temperature Low: -40^ , continuous at ambient humidity.
• Accelerated Aging: 100 hours at 60^ / 95% RH.
• Thermal Shock: 25 cycles (one cycle is 30 min. dwell alternating from -40 to +85°C with less than 10 min. transfer time.

B.3 Installing Driver for Windows 2000/XP

The touchscreen has drivers for Windows 2000 and Windows XP. You should read the instructions in this chapter carefully before you attempt installation.

Note 1: The following windows illustrations are examples only. You must follow the flow chart instructions and pay attention to the instructions which then appear on your screen.

Note 2: Install the HMI CD Driver into the system CD-ROM (D:\ means CD-ROM)

Before installing the Windows 2000/XP driver software, you must have the Windows 2000/XP system installed and running on your computer.

If you have an older version of the PenMount Windows 2000/XP driver installed in your system, please remove it first. Follow the steps below to install the PenMount Windows 2000/XP driver.

1. When the system first detects the controller board, a screen appears that shows "Unknown Device." Do not use this hardware wizard. Press Cancel.

1. FPM-2150G-R

Insert the Driver CD-ROM. Go to:

\TouchScreen-DRV\Penmont 9000(resistive)\Windows 2000-XP Driver. Click setup.exe.

FPM-2150G-U

Insert the Driver CD-ROM. Go to:

\TouchScreen-DRV\Penmount USB\Windows Driver. Click setup.exe.

1. The screen displays the installation wizard for the PenMount software. Click "Next".

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1. A License Agreement appears. Click "I accept..." and "Next"

1. The "Ready to Install the Program" screen appears. Select "Install."

1. The next screen is “Hardware Installation.” Select “Continue Anyway.”

1. The "InstallShield Wizard Completed" appears. Click "Finish."

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Upon rebooting, the computer automatically finds the new 9000 controller board. The touch screen is connected but not calibrated. Follow the procedures below to carry out calibration.

1. After installation, click the PenMount Monitor icon "PM" in the menu bar.
2. When the PenMount Control Panel appears, click "Calibrate."

B.4.1 PenMount Control Panel

The functions of the PenMount Control Panel are Calibrate, Draw, Multiple Monitors, Option, and About, which are explained in the following sections.

Calibrate

This function offers two ways to calibrate your touch screen. ‘Standard Calibration’ adjusts most touch screens. ‘Advanced Calibration’ adjusts aging touch screens.

Standard Calibration Click this button and arrows appear pointing to red squares. Use your finger or stylus to touch the red squares in sequence. After the fifth red point calibration is complete. To skip, press 'ESC'.

Advanced Calibration Advanced Calibration uses 4, 9, 16 or 25 points to effectively calibrate touch panel linearity of aged touch screens. Click this button and touch the red squares in sequence with a stylus. To skip, press 'ESC'.

NOTE: The older the touch screen, the more

Advanced Mode calibration points you need for an accurate calibration. Use a stylus during

Advanced Calibration for greater accuracy.

Plot Calibration Data
Check this function and a touch panel linearity comparison graph appears when you have finished Advanced Calibration. The blue lines show linearity before calibration and black lines show linearity after calibration.

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Draw

Tests or demonstrates the PenMount touch screen operation. The display shows touch location. Click Draw to start. Touch the screen with your finger or a stylus and the drawing screen registers touch activity such left, right, up, down, pen up, and pen down.

Touch the screen with your finger or a stylus and the drawing screen registers touch activity such left, right, up, down, pen up, and pen down.

Left down Left up

Packet Error: 0 Send Down: 53 Send Up: 53 Device No: 1

Click Clear Screen to clear the drawing.

Multiple Monitors

Multiple Monitors supports from two to six touch screen displays for one system. The PenMount drivers for Windows 2000/XP support Multiple Monitors. This function supports from two to six touch screen displays for one system. Each monitor requires its own PenMount touch screen control board, either installed inside the display or in a central unit. The PenMount control boards must be connected to the computer COM ports via the RS-232 interface. Driver installation procedures are the same as for a single monitor. Multiple Monitors supports the following modes:

Windows Extend Monitor Function

Matrox DualHead Multi-Screen Function

nVidia nView Function

NOTE: The Multiple Monitors function is for use with multiple displays only. Do not use this function if you have only one touch screen display. Please note once you turn on this function the Rotating function is disabled.

Enable the multiple display function as follows:

1. Check the Enable Multiple Monitor Support box; then click Map Touch Screens to assign touch controllers to displays.

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1. When the mapping screen message appears, click OK.

1. Touch each screen as it displays "Please touch this monitor." Following this sequence and touching each screen is called mapping the touch screens.

1. Touching all screens completes the mapping and the desktop reappears on the monitors.

1. Select a display and execute the 'Calibration' function. A message to start calibration appears. Click OK.

1. "Touch this screen to start its calibration" appears on one of the screens. Touch the screen.
2. "Touch the red square" messages appear. Touch the red squares in sequence.
3. Continue calibration for each monitor by clicking Standard Calibration and touching the red squares.

NOTE: 1. If you used a single VGA output for multiple monitors, please do not use the Multiple Monitors function. Just follow the regular procedure for calibration on each of your desktop monitors.

1. The Rotating function is disabled if you use the Multiple Monitors function.

2. If you change the resolution of display or screen address, you have to redo Map Touch Screens so the system understands where the displays are.

Option

This panel function supports two modes—Operation Mode and Beep Sound Mode—which allow configuration for specific touch screen applications, such as point-of-sales (POS) terminals.

Operation Mode

This mode enables and disables the mouse’s ability to drag on-screen icons—useful for configuring POS terminals.Stream Mode – Select this mode and the mouse functions as normal and allows dragging of icons.Point Mode – Select this mode and the mouse only provides a click function, and dragging is disabled.

Beep Sound Mode	Enable Beep Sound – turns beep function on and off
	Beep on Pen Down – beep occurs when pen comes down
	Beep on Pen Up – beep occurs when pen is lifted up
	Beep on both of Pen Down/Up – beep occurs on both
	Beep Frequency – modifies sound frequency
	Beep Duration – modifies sound duration

About

This panel displays information about the PenMount controller and driver version.

B.4.2 PenMount Monitor Menu Icon

The PenMount monitor icon (PM) appears in the menu bar of Windows 2000/XP system when you turn on PenMount Monitor in PenMount Utilities.

PenMount Monitor has the following functions.

Beep Turns beep on or off.

Right Button When you select this function, a mouse icon appears in the right-bottom of the screen. Click this icon to switch between Right and Left Button functions.

Pen Stabilizer Check this function to reduce cursor vibration for relatively unstable touch screens, or where there may be excess vibration. Normally this function is not checked.

Exit Exits the PenMount Monitor function.

B.4.3 PenMount Rotating Functions

The PenMount driver for Windows 2000/XP supports several display rotating software packages. Please see Chapter 5 for more information. The PenMount drivers for Windows 95, Windows 98/Me, Windows 2000/XP, as well as Windows 98 USB and Windows Me/2000/XP support display rotating software packages such as:

• Portrait's Pivot Screen Rotation Software
  • ATI Display Driver Rotate Function
  • nVidia Display Driver Rotate Function
  • SMI Display Driver Rotate Function
  • Intel 845G/GE Display Driver Rotate Function

Configuring the Rotate Function

1. Install the rotation software package.
2. Choose the rotate function ( 0^ , 90^ , 180^ , 270^ ) in the 3 ^rd party software. The calibration screen appears automatically. Touch this point and rotation is mapped.

Please touch the point

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NOTE: The Rotate function is disabled if you use Monitor Mapping

B.5 Uninstall the PenMount Windows 2000/XP driver

1. Exit the PenMount monitor (PM) in the menu bar.

2. Go to Settings, then Control Panel, and then click Add/Remove program. Select PenMount DMC9000 and click the Add/Remove button.

1. Select PenMount DMC9000 and DMC9100. Click the Remove button.

1. Select 'Yes' and "Close" to remove the PenMount Windows 2000/XP driver, and reboot the system.