Intergraph ImageStation ZIII User Manual
ImageStation ZIII
Installation and Use
August 1998
DHA033600
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Contents
1 Introduction.......................................................................................................................... 1
2 Getting Started .....................................................................................................................2
Unpack the Equipment.............................................................................................................. 2
Gather the Tools........................................................................................................................2
3 Installing the Hardware.......................................................................................................3
Equipment Cautions.................................................................................................................. 3
Assemble the Cyborg Chair.......................................................................................................3
Assemble the Monitor Table ..................................................................................................... 4
Assemble the Digitizer Table....................................................................................................4
Install the Base Unit and Keyboard........................................................................................... 4
Install the Monitor..................................................................................................................... 4
Install the Interface PEM........................................................................................................... 5
Install the Stereoscopic Display Subsystem .............................................................................. 7
4 Completing the Installation ................................................................................................. 8
Maintain the Equipment............................................................................................................ 8
Activate the Stereoscopic Display............................................................................................. 9
Customize the Screen Tracking Area...................................................................................... 10
5 Troubleshooting the Installation....................................................................................... 11
Troubleshoot in Windows NT................................................................................................. 11
Troubleshoot in MS-DOS ....................................................................................................... 11
6 Installing the Altek Driver................................................................................................. 14
7 Adjusting System Ergonomics........................................................................................... 15
Adjust the Cyborg Chair.......................................................................................................... 15
Adjust the Digitizer Table....................................................................................................... 16
Adjust the Monitor Table ........................................................................................................16
Adjust the Monitor Position .................................................................................................... 16
Adjust the Keyboard Position.................................................................................................. 16
Adjust the Two-Handed Controller......................................................................................... 17
Adjust the Stereoscopic Glasses.............................................................................................. 17
1 Introduction
ImageStation ZIII is a softcopy production system that lets you view and process color
imagery. It features a D-sized digitizing surface and stereoscopic viewing using specially
designed glasses. The complete system consists of a TDZ workstation, KI furniture, and other
equipment. Separate documents help you set up the TDZ workstation and assemble the KI
workstation furniture.
This document describes how to install the hardware and software for an ImageStation ZIII
system. It describes how to adjust and troubleshoot the installation.
WARNING Only Intergraph Computer Systems field service personnel may perform the installation
procedures in this document.
CAUTION To successfully install the equipment, read all of the instructions carefully before proceeding
with the installation.
NOTE Cyborg chair, Interface PEM, AC Adapter, and stereoscopic glasses are not shown.
Infrared Transm itter
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D-sized Digitizer
Table Top
PEM Bracket
(underside)
Two-Handed
Controller
Digitizer
Stand
Height
Adjustment
Handle and
Grommet
Monitor
Monitor Table
Keyboard
TDZ
W orkstation
Base Unit
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2 Getting Started
Follow the instructions in this section to prepare to install an ImageStation ZIII system.
Unpack the Equipment
Unpack all equipment from the shipping cartons. In addition to the TDZ workstation base
unit, a keyboard, and a 21-inch, 24-inch, or 28-inch monitor, verify you have the following:
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Monitor table (FFUR0530)
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Digitizer stand (FFUR0540), D-sized digitizer table top with an Altek digitizer controller
(CTIS1410), a 15-pin to 9-pin Analog to Digital Converter, three 9-pin RS-232 cables,
PEM bracket (CFAB806F), and Handle Grommet (CGEN534A)
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Wood screws (CPHW8760) for installing the PEM bracket
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Interface PEM (MESAN360)
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Two-Handed controller (MESAL150)
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Cyborg chair (FFUR0080)
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AC Adapter (CPWS1720)
Verify that you have the following components of the stereoscopic display subsystem.
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Stereoscopic glasses (CINF0110)
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Infrared transmitter (CINF0120)
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Stereo sync interface cable (MCBLV320)
If any of the listed items are missing or damaged, notify the Customer Response Center at
1-800-633-7248.
Gather the Tools
Gather the following tools to use when installing the system:
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Phillips screwdrivers, #2 (for PEM bracket assembly) and #3 (for furniture assembly)
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Flat-bladed screwdriver, 1/4-inch, common (for cable installation)
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Wrench, 1/2-inch, box-end or small adjustable (for table casters)
3 Installing the Hardware
You will set up the components of the ImageStation ZIII hardware in the following order:
1. Cyborg chair
2. Monitor table
3. D-sized digitizer table with Altek digitizer controller
4. TDZ workstation base unit and keyboard
5. Monitor
6. Interface peripheral equipment module (PEM), two-handed controller, and cabling
7. Stereoscopic display subsystem
To connect the power cords and set the switches, refer to Chapter 4. Chapter 6 includes
instructions to install and customize the Altek driver.
Equipment Cautions
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WARNING Do not sit or lean on the digitizer table during or after assembly, or equipment damage
may result.
Note the following cautions when installing and using ImageStation ZIII hardware:
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The digitizer table work surface is a non-load bearing surface. Damage to sensitive parts
may occur if used for purposes other than intended.
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The stereoscopic glasses are fragile. Handle them carefully. When not in use, store the
glasses in the box they came in or another suitable container.
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Do not immerse the stereoscopic glasses in water or other liquids. Consult the documents
delivered with the glasses for more information on the care and cleaning of the glasses.
Assemble the Cyborg Chair
To assemble the Cyborg chair:
1. Remove the installation and assembly instructions from the packing box and review them.
2. Remove the Chair Base/Casters assembly from the packing box and place it on the floor
with the casters down.
3. Remove the Chair Seat/Arms assembly from the packing box.
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