Elo TouchSystems MonitorMouse User Manual

MonitorMouse
FOR WINDOWS NT
Version 2.0
Manual Version 2.0
®
MonitorMouse® for Windows NT
Version 2.0
User’s Guide
Manual Version 2.0
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Trademark Acknowledgements
IntelliTouch, AccuTouch, and MonitorMouse are registered trademarks, and ELODEV is a trademark of Elo TouchSystems, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
Copyright
Copyright © 1997 by Elo TouchSystems, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under copyright laws. Printed in USA. H55268.
Software License Agreement
BY OPENING THE ACCOMPANYING DISK ENVELOPE, YOU ARE AGREEING TO BECOME BOUND BY THE TERMS OF THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY.
Software License
This software is protected by both the United States copyright law and international treaty provisions. Therefore, except as noted below, you should treat the software just like any other copyrighted material. Elo TouchSystems, Inc. (Elo) authorizes you to make archival copies of the software for the purposes of backing up your software and protecting your investment from loss, and to make additional copies for use within a single company or facility.
THIS SOFTWARE IS LICENSED FOR USE ONLY WITH ELO TOUCHSCREENS. The enclosed software program object code (drivers, utilities, diagnostics, and/or demonstration programs) may be freely
duplicated or distributed without charge, but may not be resold. You may not decompile, reverse assemble, reverse engineer, or patch any software program object code.
Any supplied software program source code is proprietary and may not be disclosed to third parties. Such source code may be modified and/or partially or completely incorporated into your own applications, together with any supplied object code, and the resulting programs may be used, given away or sold without additional licenses or fees.
You may not reproduce, distribute, or revise the program documentation without expressed written consent from Elo. This software and accompanying written materials may contain reference to, or information about, Elo products
(equipment or programs), that are not now available. Such references or information must not be construed to mean that Elo intends to provide such products, programming, or services.
Limited Warranty
THIS SOFTWARE AND ACCOMPANYING WRITTEN MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. FURTHER, ELO DOES NOT GUARANTEE, OR MAKE ANY REPRESENTATIONS REGARDING THE USE, OR THE RESULTS OF THE USE, OF THE SOFTWARE OR ACCOMPANYING WRITTEN MATERIALS IN TERMS OF CORRECTNESS, ACCURACY, RELIABILITY OR CURRENTNESS. IF THE INCLUDED SOFTWARE OR ACCOMPANYING WRITTEN MATERIALS ARE DEFECTIVE, YOU, AND NOT ELO OR ITS DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES, ASSUME THE COST OF ALL NECESSARY SERVICING, REPAIR, OR CORRECTION. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE RESULTS AND PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE AND ANY FURTHER PROGRAMS OR WRITTEN MATERIALS DEVELOPED UTILIZING THESE MATERIALS IS ASSUMED BY YOU.
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CONTENTS
Chapter 1 - Introduction.............................................................................1
About this Manual ..................................................................................................1
About MonitorMouse for Windows NT...................................................................2
Touchscreen Controller Compatibility.........................................................2
Software Compatibility ................................................................................2
Video Compatibility .....................................................................................3
Other Versions of MonitorMouse ................................................................3
Product Registration ..............................................................................................3
Contacting Elo........................................................................................................3
Chapter 2 - Installing MonitorMouse for Windows NT............................5
Before You Begin...................................................................................................5
Configuring the Controller......................................................................................6
Installing the Software............................................................................................6
MonitorMouse for Windows NT Files.....................................................................9
Modifications to Windows NT Configuration........................................................11
Chapter 3 - Using MonitorMouse for Windows NT................................13
Touchscreen Control Panel .................................................................................13
Running the Touchscreen Control Panel..................................................14
Calibration.................................................................................................14
Mouse Button Emulation Mode.................................................................15
Double-Clicking..............................................................................15
Click Sound on Touches...........................................................................16
Tips on Using the Touchscreen in Windows NT..................................................17
Removing the Mouse Pointer....................................................................17
Border Width .............................................................................................17
Scrolling.....................................................................................................18
Maximizing Windows.................................................................................18
Using the Overscan Area..........................................................................18
Option Buttons and Check Boxes.............................................................18
Choosing the Control Buttons on Window Title Bars................................18
Running DOS Programs from NT........................................................................19
Tips on Public Access Touchscreen Applications ...............................................19
Appendix A - Troubleshooting ................................................................21
General Information .............................................................................................21
Installation Problems.................................................................................21
Display Problems......................................................................................22
Touch Problems........................................................................................22
Diagnostic Utilities................................................................................................23
BUSSTAT..................................................................................................23
COMDUMP ...............................................................................................24
SAWDUMP................................................................................................25
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Appendix B - Programming Options.......................................................27
Z-Axis Capabilities ...............................................................................................27
Launching the Touchscreen Control Panel..........................................................29
Calibrating from Within Your Program.................................................................29
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About MonitorMouse for Windows NT 2
BOUT THIS MANUAL
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This manual provides all of the information you need to install and use
MonitorMouse
designed for Windows NT. This manual is organized as follows:
Introduction
About this Manual 1
Product Registration 3
Contacting Elo 3
for Windows NT, Elo TouchSystems’ touchscreen driver
Chapter 1 Describes the software included, and the hardware requirements.
Chapter 2 Describes how to install the MonitorMouse for Windows NT
software. Chapter 3 Details the use of MonitorMouse for Windows NT and its options. Appendix A Gives tips on troubleshooting a MonitorMouse for Windows NT
installation. Appendix B Gives programming options for Windows NT applications.
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2 Chapter 1 - Introduction
See the README.TXT file on the accompanying disk. It contains any additions or changes made after this manual was printed.
For details on available product configurations, touchscreen theory of operation, and general troubleshooting, see the IntelliTouch Ultra Product Manual or the AccuTouch Product Manual as appropriate.
BOUT MONITORMOUSE FOR WINDOWS
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Included on the accompanying disk is MonitorMouse for Windows NT, a 32-bit touchscreen driver designed for Microsoft Windows NT. MonitorMouse for Windows NT allows you to run all Windows applications without modification, using an Elo touchscreen.
MonitorMouse for Windows NT and an Elo touchscreen are recommended for all Windows NT applications that require an intuitive user interface, such as a public kiosk application. Touchscreens are also popular in point-of-sale, process control, instrumentation, multimedia, gaming, education, simulation, and training applications. Elo touchscreens may be used in a harsh environment not appropriate for a mouse or keyboard.
NT
With MonitorMouse for Windows NT, the touchscreen may be used alone, or in conjunction with any mouse. Various mouse button emulation modes provide options on how button clicks are simulated. You can choose the best mode for your application, and change between modes at any time.
Applications using only the left button are the easiest to use with the touchscreen.
Touchscreen Controller Compatibility
Elo manufactures two types of touchscreen technologies. The IntelliTouch surface wave technology provides excellent clarity and durability. The
AccuTouch response and high resolution. PC-Bus and serial touchscreen controllers are available.
MonitorMouse for Windows NT will work with all current Elo touchscreen controllers. A complete list is included in the README.TXT file on the accompanying disk.
resistive technology features pressure-activated screens with rapid
Software Compatibility
MonitorMouse for Windows NT is compatible with Windows NT and all Windows applications.
MonitorMouse for Windows NT also works with most DOS applications run in a window on the Windows NT desktop.
Video Compatibility
The video function of the display and the Elo touchscreen installed on the display are entirely separate systems. Therefore, the touchscreen is compatible with all video cards and modes. Problems with the display should be treated as display problems, not touchscreen problems.
Other Versions of MonitorMouse
MonitorMouse for Windows NT is only one in a family of MonitorMouse products for various operating systems available separately from Elo. Each has a similar "look and feel" for a consistent user interface across platforms.
MonitorMouse for DOS emulates the standard mouse driver MOUSE.COM on the IBM family of personal computers and 100% compatibles. Programs using MOUSE.COM, MOUSE.SYS, or compatible versions, will work with MonitorMouse. ELODEV, the Elo touchscreen driver program for DOS, is also included.
Product Registration 3
MonitorMouse for Windows 95 works with all Windows applications and DOS applications run in a window on the Windows 95 desktop.
MonitorMouse for OS/2 works with all Presentation Manager and WIN-OS/2 mouse-driven applications. It also works with all OS/2 Full Screen and DOS applications run on the OS/2 desktop.
MonitorMouse for Macintosh works on the Apple Macintosh computer with System 6 or System 7.
RODUCT REGISTRATION
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For the latest product announcements and software releases, be sure to fill out and return the product registration card packaged with this manual.
ONTACTING ELO
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Technical Support:
VOICE: (800) 489-9935 or (510) 651-7589 FAX: (510) 651-3511 EMAIL: elotech@elotouch.com
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Product announcements, press releases, application notes, software drivers and utilities are available on the web site, CompuServe and the Elo BBS.
Your comments and suggestions are welcome. Web: www.elotouch.com BBS: (423) 482-9840
(Downloads only, up to 14.4K baud, multiple protocols) CompuServe: GO ELOTOUCH
Select Elo from the Messages and L
Customer Service:
VOICE: (888) 356-2878 or (510) 651-2340 FAX: (510) 651-1222
Sales:
VOICE: (800) ELO-TOUCH or (415) 361-2507 FAX: (415) 361-5579 EMAIL: eloinfo@elotouch.com
ibrary menus.
Installing MonitorMouse for
Modifications to Windows NT Configuration 11
EFORE YOU BEGIN
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Windows NT
Before You Begin 5
Configuring the Controller 6
Installing the Software 6
MonitorMouse for Windows NT Files 9
First, be sure Windows NT is installed and operating properly with your mouse. You should make a backup copy of the MonitorMouse for Windows NT
installation floppy.
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ONFIGURING THE CONTROLLER
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Elo typically ships touchscreen controllers preconfigured for use with Elo software, including MonitorMouse for Windows NT.
Install the Elo touchscreen hardware as described in the AccuTouch Product Manual or IntelliTouch Ultra Product Manual.
NSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
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1. Start your computer.
2. Insert the MonitorMouse for Windows NT disk into drive A.
3. Click the Start button then click Run.
4. Type “a:\setup” in the space provided and press Enter.
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