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PowerStation

PA Series User Guide

May 2008

Parker Electromechanical

50 W. TechneCenter Drive, Milford, Ohio 45150

Part #: A3-06692-101

Copyright © 2008 by Parker Electromechanical. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, in any form or by any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of Parker Electromechanical.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual, Parker Electromechanical Automation and the author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. All product and company names are trademarks of their respective companies and licenses.

The following products are copyright their respective owners: Microsoft, Datalight, Intel, SanDisk, SanDisk ImageMate, Phoenix/Award, and IBM.

Product Warranty Information

Parker Electromechanical provides top quality products through rigid testing and the highest quality control standards. However, should a problem occur with your hardware, Parker’s standard product warranty covers these items for 24 months from the date of shipment from Parker. Exceptions appear below:

Supported Models

• PowerStation backlight bulbs have a 90-day warranty.

• Third-party products, such as bus cards, carry the manufacturer’s specified warranty.

• For all displays, image retention (burn-in) is not covered by warranty.

• Software revisions that occur within 60 days after purchase are available under warranty upon request. Please review the Interact License Agreement for additional software warranty information.

Should you have any questions about your application or need technical assistance, please call Parker Electromechanical Produc t Technical Support department at 513-248-1714, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time. You may call this same number after hours for emergency assistance. See Product Technical Support on page 1-5 for more information about s upport products and services.

This manual is for use with the following PowerStations:

• Model PA 05/06/08” STN and TFT PowerStations

• Model PA 10/15” PowerStations

1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Hardware Versions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Downloading Applications and Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2

Documentation Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Documentation Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3

ISO Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Customer Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4

Product Technical Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Technical Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5

Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6

2 Installing the PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Selecting a Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Underwriters Laboratories Approval. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Environmental Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Touchscreen Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Electrical Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Field Terminal Wiring Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Temperature and Humidity Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

Enclosure Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Radiated Emissions Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Class I, Division 2 Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5

Preparing for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Creating the Cutout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6

Installing the PA PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Mounting the PA PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7

Installing an Optional AC Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Preparing a Location for the AC Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Prepare the Power Supply Mounting Surface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Mounting the AC Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9

Connecting the Power Supply to the Workstation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

3 Starting Your PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

PowerStation Connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Serial Ports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Settings and Pinouts for COM1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

Settings and Pinouts for COM2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3

RS-485 Directional Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Transferring Files from a PC to the P13 PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7

Keyboard and Mouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9

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Connecting a PS/2 Mouse on 5”, 6”, 8” and 10” Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9

Connecting a USB Mouse on 15” Units. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9

Connecting to a Serial Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9

To Adjust the Mode Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-9

To Print to a Port Configured for Downloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-11

Ethernet Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11

Configuring the Ethernet Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-12

CompactFlash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12

Starting the PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13

Using the CompactFlash Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Reinstalling the PowerStation Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14

Restoring a CompactFlash Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-14

Writing to the CompactFlash Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14

Reformatting the CompactFlash Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-15

Using the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Using the BIOS Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

Entering Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16

4 Maintaining the PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Maintaining the Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Cleaning the Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Calibrating the Touchscreen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Using the MachineShop Shell Calibration Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Adjusting the Contrast (only available on 5”, 6”, and 8” STN Units) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2

Contrast Adjustment Steps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-3

Replacing the CompactFlash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Performing Internal Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Removing the PowerStation from an Enclosure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Opening the PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Closing the PowerStation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Replacing the Fuse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8

Optional Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

AC Power Supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

Resolving Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-10

Resolving Problems when Starting Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-11

Resolving Problems with the Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-12

Resolving Problems after Start Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-13

Accessing the PowerStation Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

Ordering Replacement Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14

A PowerStation Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1

Physical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

Display Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3

Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-5

Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6

Testing Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7

Faceplate Chemical Resistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-8

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B System Configuration Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-1

System Configuration Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

Config.sys File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

Autoexec.bat File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

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INTRODUCTION 1

Thank you for purchasing a PA PowerStation. The PA PowerStation is a rugged, compact PC that is designed to be used as an industrial operator interface.

The PA PowerStation is available in five display configurations: 5”, 6”, 8”, 10”, and 15”. It has an all-in-one PC board with a Serial and Ethernet port. The PA PowerStation’s PC architecture allows you to run Parker’s Interact HMI software product.

Important:You must upgrade to Interact version 6.13 or later before

downloading applications to the PA PowerStation.

Please take time to review this manual and the other documentation included with the PA PowerStation before operating the unit.

Using this Manual

This manual is designed to help you set up and use your PA PowerStation. The manual lists the PowerStation’s specifications and describes its replacement and optional components. It also explains how to install the unit, how to maintain the unit in good condition, and how to solve common problems that may occur in operation.

This manual is divided into the following chapters: Chapter 1 — Introduction: Presents an overview of this manual, the

other documentation and software provided with the PA PowerStation, and the steps necessary to get your PowerStation up and running. This chapter also describes Parker’s customer support services.

Chapter 2 — Installing the PowerStation: Explains how to select an installation location, prepare for installation, and finally install the PA PowerStation.

Chapter 3 — Starting Your PowerStation: Describes the ports available to connect the PowerStation to other devices and to a power source. This chapter also describes the PowerStation’s drive definitions and the unit’s replacement and optional components.

Chapter 4 — Maintaining the PowerStation: Explains how to maintain the PA PowerStation, including the touchscreen, replacing the CompactFlash, perform internal maintenance, and to solve problems that may occur during operation.

Appendix A — PowerStation Specifications: Describes the PA PowerStation’s specificat i o ns .

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Chapter 1: Introduction Hardware Versions

Appendix B - System Configuration Files: This section includes a complete listing of the Config.sys and Autoexec.bat files.

Hardware Versions

There are three display resolutions offered with the PA PowerStation:

• PA05S-1XX, STN, 320x240 (QVGA)

• PA06S-1XX, STN, 320x240 (QVGA)

• PA08S-1XX, STN, 640x480 (VGA)

• PA08T-1XX, TFT, 640x480 (VGA)

• PA10T-1XX, TFT, 640x480 (VGA)

• PA15T-1XX, TFT, 1024x768 (XGA) All versions are shipped with both Datalights ROM-DOS operating system

and Interact HMI runtime software on a removeable compact flash card. Each PowerStation is also shipped with a utilities CD containing drivers and

backup copies of available software.

Downloading Applications and Projects

The PA PowerStation is a runtime-only system, which means that you must develop your applications and projects on a development PC and download the application to the PowerStation.

Note Throughout this manual, all references to “development PC” or

“development system” refer to the computer you use to develop applications.

See the documentation that came with your development software, such as Interact, for information about how to develop your applications or projects and download them to the PowerStation.

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Chapter 1: Introduction Documentation Library

Documentation Library

The documentation set for this product contains: Release Notes - Release notes are provided whenever there is important

information about the PowerStation that does not appear in this manual. Be sure to read any available release notes before installing or operating the unit.

PA PowerStation User Guide - This document contains all the information you need to configure, install and use the PowerStation. Please read this manual in its entirety before operating the unit.

You can download Parker Electromechanical product documentation from our web site at www.ctcusa.com. Click on the Support link then select Product Manuals to find the appropriate manual.

Documentation Standards

Text Conventions

As you read this manual, notice that it uses the following documentation standards:

Style Type of Text

Bold Names of buttons, tabs, menus, menu items, commands, files,

keyboard keys, dialog boxes and other important terms.

Italic Titles of User Guides, chapters, or sections and cross-references.

Courier font

+ Indicates two or more keyboard keys that must be pressed

Note Alternative approaches or issues you should be aware of while

Important Information that will save time and minimize problems. Warning Information that will prevent equipment damage or personal

Text to be entered from a keyboard.

simultaneously. For example, Ctrl+Alt+Delete.

using a particular function.

injury.

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Chapter 1: Introduction Customer Support Services

ISO Symbols

Symbol Meaning

This symbol is the International Standards Organization (ISO) symbol for Caution (ISO 3864 No. B.3.1). This symbol denotes information that could affect operation of the PowerStation if the information is not properly followed.

This symbol is the ISO symbol for Caution - risk of electrical shock (ISO 3864 No. B.3.6). This symbol denotes information that could cause personal injury from electrical shock or damage to equipment if the information is not properly followed.

Customer Support Services

Parker welcomes your thoughts and suggestions on our products and services. You can contact Parker Electromechanical by telephone, email or fax. You can also visit us on the World Wide Web to learn about the latest hardware, software, and customer support services.

Customer Support

Main Telephone 513-831-2340 Technical Support 513-248-1714 Fax 513-831-5042 E-mail Sales: emn_sales_ctc@parker.com

Support: emn_support_ctc@parker.com Training: emn_training_ctc@parker.com

World Wide Web http://www.parkermotion.com or

http://www.ctcusa.com

Parker recognizes that every customer and every application has different support needs, as a result Parker offers a variety of support services designed to meet these needs. Parker offers two types of customer support services:

• Product Technical Support

• Technical Training

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Chapter 1: Introduction Customer Support Services

Product Technical Support

The Product Technical Support department welcomes any questions that might arise as you develop or run your applications. We offer complimentary support for all customers, including end users, original equipment manufacturers (OEM), system integrators or distributors.

If you have a question about the PA PowerStation, be sure to complete the following steps:

• Check any release notes that shipped with the unit. These notes provide important information about the PowerStation.

• Consult the documentation and other printed materials included with the PowerStation.

•Review Chapter 4, Maintaining the PowerStation.

• Visit the Parker Automation - CTC Web site and register for the support forum. You can find the support forum by clicking on the Support tab from the Web site’s home page: http://www.ctcusa.com.

Technical Training

If you cannot find a solution using one of the above sources, contact our Product Technical Support department at 513-248-1714, 8:00am to 5:00pm Eastern Standard time.

Parker Electromechanical offers training on all of our products, either at Parker in our state-of-the-art training facility, or at your site.

You can contact the Training Coordinator by telephone or e-mail:

• Telephone: 1-800-233-3329

• E-mail Parker Training: emn_training_ctc@parker.com

You can view a current training schedule on our web site at www.ctcusa.com or www.parkermotion.com.

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Chapter 1: Introduction Getting Started

Getting Started

Now that you have opened the PA PowerStation, you are ready to unpack the unit, install it in a permanent location, and develop an application for it. Follow the steps below to get started.

1 Unpack the PowerStation and verify that you have rec eiv ed all of the

components you ordered.

2 Install the PowerStation in a permanent location. See Chapter 2,

Installing the PowerStation, for complete installation instructions.

3 Review the available connectors for the PowerStation, see

PowerStation Connectors on page 3-1, for details.

4 Start up your PowerStation. See Starting the PowerStation on page

3-13, for more information.

5 Develop your application and download it to the PowerStation.

Important:You must upgrade to Interact version 6.13 or later before

downloading applications to the PA PowerStation.

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INSTALLING THE POWERSTATION 2

Once you have unpacked the PA PowerStation and verified that you have received all of the components you ordered, you are ready to install the PowerStation in a permanent location.

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Selecting a Location

• Preparing for Installation

• Installing the PA PowerStation

Selecting a Location

The first step when installing the PA PowerStation is to select an appropriate location for the unit. This is the most important aspect of the installation process because the location you select can affect the PowerStation’s performance, ease-of-use, and life-expectancy. This section provides some guideline s t ha t yo u should follow when selecting a location for the PowerStation.

Underwriters Laboratories Approval

In order to obtain Underwriters Laboratories (UL) approval for your PowerStation installation, the installation must meet the following criteria:

1 The PowerStation must be mounted in a standard industrial enclosure

that provides fire protection.

2 The PowerStation products have been approved for NEMA Type 4/4X

(indoor) ratings when mounted in a customer provided enclosure listed Type 4/4X.

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Chapter 2: Installing the PowerStation Selecting a Location

Environmental Guidelines

The environment is the area where the PA PowerStation will be located. In general, you should select a place that limits the unit’s exposure to adverse conditions such as dust, oil, moisture, and corrosive vapors.

Touchscreen Considerations

The PA PowerStation’s touchscreen is designed to meet the NEMA 4/4X rating. However, it is only rated NEMA 4/4X when properly mounted in a NEMA 4/4X enclosure.

The PA PowerStation’s touchscreen is resistant to a variety of chemicals. See Faceplate Chemical Resistance on page A-8 for a list of these chemicals. Make sure that the touchscreen is not exposed to chemicals other than those listed in Faceplate Chemical Resistance on page A-8.

Electrical Guidelines

To minimize unwanted electrical interference, select a location away from machinery that produces intense electrical noise. If you cannot do this, isolate input power to the unit and separate all data communication cables used with the unit from all AC power lines.

All serial communication cables should be 100% shielded with the shield tied to chassis ground at one end of the cable only.

See Electrical Specifications on page A-6 for a list of the PA PowerStation’s electrical specifications. Make sure that your power source is compatible with the PowerStation before starting the unit.

Field Terminal Wiring Requirements

In order to comply with UL 508 and 1604 requirements, use copper wire with 60C or 60/75C insulation and a tightening torque of 7.0 lb/in. (0. 79 Nm) when connecting field terminal wiring to the PowerStation.

Temperature and Humidity Guidelines

You can safely operate the PA PowerStation within the temperature range specified in Environmental Specifications on page A-5. However, if you are using a protective enclosure, remember that the temperature within an enclosure is generally higher than the external temperature. Read these guidelines to fully understand temperature implications.

The PA PowerStation can dissipate no more than 10 watts maximum. Heat builds up rapidly in enclosed environments, compromising the

performance and life span of electrical equipment. If the PowerStation is operating inside an enclosure at temperature levels above its rated ambient temperature, you must cool the enclosure.

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Chapter 2: Installing the PowerStation Selecting a Location

PA PowerStation’s have been tested for use in 50oC ambient, still air locations. This means that when installed, the ambient air surrounding the backside of the PowerStation is not expected to exceed 50

C. An example

of this type of installation would be a PowerStation mounted in a small, sealed industrial enclosure.

The most commonly overlooked aspect of this type of installation is that heat generated by the device becomes trapped inside the enclosure and increases the ambient temperature surrounding the PowerStation. This increase in temperature can sometimes exceed an additional 15

Although the thermal dynamics are not always linear, a temperature rise of

C would imply that the environment outside the sealed enclosure could

not exceed 35

C (95oF), or the PowerStation would surpass its maximum

C or more.

operating temperature. Do not mount a PowerStation into a sealed enclosure and mistakenly think

that due to the 50 operate in a 50

C rating of the product, the sealed enclosure can

C ambient environment without considering the affects of

the internal heat build up. Since elevated operating temperatures can have negative affect on the life

of electronics, it is wise to consider the internal thermal rise. Passive venting for thermal convection, internal air circulation fans, filtered exhaust fans with filtered inlets, air conditioners, an d ot her products are available in the market to assist in reducing the heat build up in the industrial enclosure.

There are many attractive NEMA Type 12, dust-tight fan/filter assemblies available today in which the filter can be inexpensively replaced or cleaned as part of a periodic maintenance schedule. Or in some cases, simply increasing the size of the enclosure, and thus the outside surface area for example, can have a significant, positive affect on the installation’s thermal response.

Points to consider when performing a site review are:

1 What is the expected maximum outside ambient temperature that

the industrial enclosure will experience?

2 Are there additional heat-generating components inside the

enclosure?

3 What is the size of the enclosure? Larger enclosures dissipate more

thermal energy than smaller ones.

4 In what kind of environment will the enclosure be installed - clean,

water-tight, dust-tight? Can the enclosure be convection cooled or is active cooling required?

In summary, it is a wise investm ent to thermally plan the instal l a ti on by anticipating, and eliminating, the heat build up inside a sealed enclosure. Not only will this extend the life of the electronics, but it will also reduce costly equipment downtime.

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Enclosure Guidelines

Select an enclosure that is large enough to allow free airflow in and around the unit. You should allow a minimum of 2 inches between the enclosure and the top, bottom, and sides of the PA PowerStation to allow access to the cabling and CompactFlash.

Also, make sure that the surface of the enclosure on which the PA PowerStation is mounted is flat and free of raised or depressed areas.

Radiated Emissions Guidelines

This PowerStation has been tested to com p l y with international electromagnetic and emission standards. To reduce radiated emissions, ensure that there is a good earth connection to the PowerStation, which can be accomplished by utilizing the grounding stud located on the rear chassis of the product.This connection must be made with the shortest possible, heavy gage wire or braided cable. Low-resistance (<0.5 ohms) continuity should be verified with an ohmmeter for proper grounding. In addition, all communication cables should be shielded and grounded on only one end.

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Class I, Division 2 Guidelines

If you purchased a Class I, Division 2-compliant PowerStation, it is suitabl e for use in Groups A, B, C, and D hazardous locations. You must follow these guidelines in order to maintain a safe operating environment.

• When performing field wiring, always use copper wire with 60C or 60/75C insulation and a tightening torque of 7.0lbs/in (0.79 N-m).

• Substitution of components can impair suitability for Class I, Division 2.

• The PA PowerStation is intended to use a branch circuit protection rated 20 Amps or less.

• Make sure that the PA PowerStation’s “ON/OFF” switch is secured in the “ON” position using the supplied bracket.

Explosion Hazard!

• Do not connect or disconnect cables unless the power has been

switched off, or the area is known to be non-hazardous. Keyboard,

WARNING!

mouse, and USB ports are for system setup and diagnostics only and are not intended for permanent connection.

• Class I, Division 2 approval requires nonincendive field wiring for

Class I, Groups A, B, C, and D hazardous locations only. With a temperature code of T5.

• Class I, Division 2 approval requires power switch restraints in

hazardous environments.

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Preparing for Installation

Once you select a location for the PA PowerStation, you will need to create a cutout for the unit.

If you plan to operate the PA PowerStation using AC power, and you purchased Parker’s optional AC Power Supply, you will need to prepare a location for the Power Supply also.

Procedures for creating the cutout and preparing a location for the AC Power Supply are described below. If you already have an appropriate cutout and are using DC power, continue with Installing the PA PowerStation on page 2-7.

Creating the Cutout

Be sure to follow the cutout diagrams in the dimensional drawings precisely. This ensures that the PowerStation is properly sealed in its enclosure. You can find the dimensional drawings on the PA PowerStation CD shipped with your unit.

1 Measure the cutout dimensions as shown in the table below. 2 Attach the template securely to the mounting surface. 3 Cut out the shaded area on the template referred to as the Panel

Cutout Area. To ensure the flatness of the mounting surface, when punching out the mounting hole, maintain proper surface flatness and edge quality.

The cutout dimensions for the PA PowerS t a ti on are sh own in the following table:

PA Model Cutout Height Cutout Width

PA05S PA06S

PA08S PA08T

PA10T 9.86” 12.60” PA15T 12.40” 15.90”

4 Debur the edges of the cutout area, rem oving dirt and debris that

might come in contact with the unit .

5 More information is available on the CD that comes with the PA

PowerStation. Be sure to refer to the dimensional drawings found on the CD when creating your cutout.

4.91” 6.20”

6.08” 8.67”

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Installing the PA PowerStation

Once you have prepared the location for your PowerStation, you are ready to install the unit. To do so, you need to mount the PowerStation to your enclosure using screws and metal clamps in what is called a bracket assembly. The bracket assembly contains a mounting clamp with “feet” and a screw.

The number of clamps depends on the PA PowerStation model. The shape of the prongs at the bottom of each clamp also depends on t he model. The 5”, 6”, and 8” models use a T-shape clamp, and the 10” and 15” models use an L-shape clamp.

The mounting clamps secure to the PowerStation using a sliding mechanism. You must slide the feet of the mounting clamp into the appropriate slot on the PowerStation.

For your convenience, all necessary mounting hardware is included with the unit.

Mounting the PA PowerStation

Complete the instructions b elow:

1 Slide the PowerStation into the cutout from the front. 2 Attach the 4-8 mounting clamps, with their screws to the back of the

unit in the spaces provided. The clamps secure to the unit using the sliding mechanism shown in

Figure 2-1 for 5”, 6” and 8” units or Figure 2-2 for 10” and 15” units.

Figure 2-1: Sliding Mechanism for the 5”, 6”, and 8” PA PowerStations

Figure 2-2: Sliding Mechanism for the 10” and 15” PA PowerStations

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3 Slide the feet of the mounting clip into the larger portion of the slot,

then slide the clip over to properly mount the unit.

4 Tighten each of the mounting screws against the front of the

enclosure.

5 For 5” and 6” units: Torque them down to 6 in/lbs.

For 8” and 15” units: Torque them down to 7in/lbs. For 10” units: Tighten so that the gasket seal maintains a 50%

compression of the gasket. You may see a small gap between the bezel and the enclosure.

6 Tighten the screws in a crosswise sequence to ensure a good seal

and prevent damage. Tightening the bracket assembly may not ensure that the gasket seal is totally depressed by the bezel. You may see a small gap between the bezel and the enclosure.

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Installing an Optional AC Power Supply

The PA PowerStation uses only 12 or 24 volt DC power. However, you can operate the PowerStation with AC power by using an optional AC Power Supply available from Parker. Use this section only if you intend to operate the PA PowerStation using AC power. If you plan to use DC power, refer to Installing the PA PowerStation on page 2-7.

Caution: Do not apply AC power directly to the unit or damage may

occur.

Preparing a Location for the AC Power Supply

Be sure to select a location that provides protection from dust, oil, moisture, and corrosive vapors. If your enclosure is large enough, you can mount the Power Supply in the enclosure with the unit.

If you purchased Parker’s optional AC Power Supply and mounting kit use the template that came with the mounting kit to prepare your location for the power supply. This can be inside or outside the enclosure where the PowerStation is installed.

Note: If you decide to mount the Power Supply in an enclosure, mount it

on the bottom or on the side of the enclosure to provide the best convection cooling.

Prepare the Power Supply Mounting Surface

The P1X-PWRAC AC power supply is designed to be mounted using two metal brackets provided in the optional BKT-1000 mounting kit. These brackets are secured to the mounting surface using four screws. To prepare the mounting surface, complete the following steps:

1 Measure the cutout dimensions. 2 Securely attach the power supply template to the mounting surface. 3 Cutout the four 0.17” (4.3mm) holes as shown on the template. 4 Debur the edges of the cutout area, rem oving dirt and debris.

Mounting the AC Power Supply

After drilling the holes for the four screws, you can follow the steps below to mount the power supply:

1 Attach the power supply to the mounting surface using the supplied

metal brackets.

2 Connect the power cord from the power supply to an AC power

source.

3 Attach the ferrite to the section of the cord closest to the loose wires.

The ferrite is located in the PA mounting kit.

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Connecting the Power Supply to the Workstation

Once you have mounted the power supply, you are ready to connect it to the workstation.

1 Slide the positive and negative wires into the appropriate slots on the

power connector that was shipped with the workstation. See Figure 2-3.

Figure 2-3: Power Connector and Positive/Negative Wires

Power Connector

Power Supply +/- Wires

2 Connect the ground cable from the power connector to an earth

ground.

3 Connect the power cord from the power supply to an AC power

source.

4 Attach the power connector that you prepared in Step 1, to the

workstation.

You have successfully connected the power supply to your workstation. You can now operate the workstation using AC power.

Caution: All PA PowerStations are powered from a 12VDC or 24VDC

power source. DO NOT connect AC power to the unit.

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This chapter discusses the following topics:

• PowerStation Connectors

• Starting the PA PowerStation

• Using the CompactFlash Card

• Using the BIOS Utility

The PA PowerStation is shipped with the Documentation and Utilities CD. This CD contains all of the dimensional drawings, software, and drivers needed. If any of the software on your system becomes lost or corrupted, you can reinstall it from this distribution disk.

PowerStation Connectors

All PA PowerStations have the following connectors:

Serial Ports

• 2 serial ports

• 2 PS/2 ports for the keyboard and mouse (PA05 - PA10 only)

• 2 USB ports (PA15 only)

• 1 Ethernet port

• 1 Compact Flash connector

• Power switch

•1 ground stud

See the PA PowerStation CD for dimensional drawings and a diagram to locate the components.

The PA PowerStation has two serial ports that you can use to communicate with external devices at baud rates of up to 115 Kbaud.

The COM1 port supports RS-232, while COM2 supports configurable RS232, RS-422, and RS-485 communication standards.

The communication standard you select for COM2 depends upon the distance between the PA PowerStation and the controller, as well as the

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communication standards that the controller supports. Use a standard DB9 connector for communicating with this port.

Note: If you are using RS-232 communications, the length of the serial

cable should not exceed 50 feet (15 meters).

RS-422 and RS-485 communications offer greater noise immunity than RS-232. These standards increase the maximum cable length to 4,000 feet (1,200 meters).

RS-422 communications are full-duplex (send and receive simultaneously), while RS-485 communications are half-duplex (send or receive).

For either configuration, be careful not to connect any wires to unused connector pins. If you are using Parker’s MachineShop software, information on the specific connection required for the Interact drivers you will use is located in the Help file associated with the driver.

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Settings and Pinouts for COM1

If you need to make a cable for communicating with COM1, Table 3-1 shows the pinouts and signal information for this port.

Table 3-1: COM1 Pinouts

Pin# Signal

1 DCD, data carrier detect 2RXD, received data 3 TXD, transmitted data 4 DTR, data terminal ready 5 Signal ground 6DSR 7 RTS, request to send 8 CTS, clear to send 9RI

Dip Switch Settings and Pinouts for COM2 on the 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” Units

If you need to make a cable for communicating with COM2 on a 5”, 6”, 8” and 10” unit, Table 3-2, shows the pinouts and signal information for this port.

Table 3-2: COM2 Pinouts on 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” Units

RS-232

Pin#

1 DCD, data carrier

2 RXD, received data TXD+, transmitted

3 TXD, transmitted

4 DTR, data terminal

5 Signal ground Signal ground Signal ground 6 DSR, data set ready DSR, data set ready DSR, data set ready

Communication

detect

data

ready

RS-422 Communication

TXD-, transmitted data -

data + RXD+, received data +RXD+, received data

RXD-, received data

RS-485 Communication

TXD-, transmitted data -

TXD+, transmitted data +

+ RXD-, received data

7 RTS, request to send RTS, request to send RTS, request to send 8 CTS, clear to send CTS, clear to send CTS, clear to send 9RIRIRI

Caution: Note that RTS and CTS signals are not active in RS-422 and RS-

485 configurations.

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Once you make a cable for communicating with COM2, you will need to set the COM2 DIP switch settings.

COM2 is set to the RS-485 protocol by default. To change COM2 to the RS232 or RS-422 protocol, you must change the COM2 DIP switch settings.

The DIP switch for COM2 is located on the side of the PA PowerStation, as shown in Figure 3-1 for the 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” units.

Figure 3-1:

• The white boxes represent the tip of the switch.

• The upper half of the switch is the ON position, and the lower half of the switch is the OFF position.

To change the DIP switch settings, complete the following steps:

1 Choose the appropriate DIP switch settings from the diagram

Figure 3-2: DIP Switch on 5”, 6”, 8” and 10” Units

COM2 Dip Switch Settings for 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” Units

displayed on the side of the PA PowerStation and the chart below.

2 Using a pointed instrument such as a pen or pencil, flip the switches

to the appropriate settings through the viewing window.

Figure 3-3, displays the connector pinouts and cable wiring required for communicating with COM1 or COM2 using the RS-232, RS-422 or the RS485 protocol. This figure is for the 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” units only.

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Figure 3-3: Connector Pinouts and Cable W iring on 5”, 6”, 8” and 10” Units

RS-232 RS-422 RS-485

Note: Be careful not to connect any wires to unused connector pins.

Dip Switch Settings and Pinouts for COM2 on 15” Units

If you need to make a cable for communicating with COM2 on a 15” unit, Table 3-3, shows the pinouts and signal information for this port.

Table 3-3: COM2 Pinouts on 15” Units

RS-232

Pin#

1 N/C TXD-, transmitted

2 RXD, received data TXD+, transmitted

3 TXD, transmitted

4N/C RXD-, received data

5 Signal ground Signal ground Signal ground 6 N/C N/C N/C 7 RTS, request to send RTS, request to send RTS, request to send

Communication

data

RS-422 Communication

data -

data + RXD+, received data +RXD+, received data

RS-485 Communication

TXD-, transmitted data -

TXD+, transmitted data +

+ RXD-, received data

8 CTS, clear to send CTS, clear to send CTS, clear to send 9 N/C N/C N/C

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Caution: Note that RTS and CTS signals are not active in RS-422 and RS-

485 configurations.

Once you make a cable for communicating with COM2, you will need to set the COM2 DIP switch settings.

COM2 is set to the RS-485 protocol by default. To change COM2 to the RS232 or RS-422 protocol, you must change the COM2 DIP switch settings.

The DIP switch for COM2 is located on the side of the PA PowerStation, as shown in Figure 3-4 for the 15” unit.

Figure 3-4:

• The white boxes represent the tip of the switch.

• The upper half of the switch is the ON position, and the lower half of the switch is the OFF position.

To change the DIP switch settings, complete the following steps:

1 Choose the appropriate DIP switch settings from the diagram

Figure 3-5: DIP Switch on 15” Units

COM2 Dip Switch Settings for 15” Units

displayed on the side of the PA PowerStation and the chart below.

2 Using a pointed instrument such as a pen or pencil, flip the switches

to the appropriate settings through the viewing window.

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Figure 3-6, displays the connector pinouts and cable wiring required for communicating with COM1 or COM2 using the RS-232, RS-422 or the RS485 protocol. This figure is for the 15” unit only.

Figure 3-6: Connector Pinouts and Cable Wiring on 15” Units

RS-232 RS-422 RS-485

Note: Be careful not to connect any wires to unused connector pins.

RS-485 Directional Control

Many device drivers use the RTS signal to switch between receive and transmit mode. Some third party communication drivers expect the directional control to be automatic. The PA PowerStation does not automatically switch between modes and depends on the driver to use the RTS signal to perform this operation.

Transferring Files from a PC to the PA PowerStation

You can transfer files from a PC to the PA PowerStation in one of three ways—through the Ethernet, the CompactFlash, or a Serial Transfer. If you plan to use a Serial Transfer, you will need a null modem cable. To construct your own cables, refer to Figure 3-7, for the appropriate settings, then continue with step 1 below.

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Figure 3-7: Serial Transfer Cable Diagram

1 Connect a null modem serial cable to an available serial port on your

development PC.

2 Connect the other end of the cable to the serial port on the PA

PowerStation.

3 Launch the MachineShop Toolbar on your development PC. 4 Select File - Open Project then select the project you wish to transfer. 5 Select Transfer from the menu bar and follow the transfer wizard

steps.

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Keyboard and Mouse

The PA PowerStation’s CPU board includes a keyboard port that accepts any IBM AT-compatible keyboard, including 84-key standard keyboards and 101-key enhanced keyboards.

Connecting a PS/2 Mouse on 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” Units

If you prefer to use a mouse instead of the touchscreen, Parker recommends that you only use a Microsoft PS/2-style mouse, specifically an 802.3 Microsoft-compatible mouse.

Parker has found that some Microsoft-compatible PS/2 mice do not work correctly with the PA PowerStation. In addition, connecting any mouse directly to the keyboard port will cause the mouse to malfunction.

Connecting a USB Mouse on 15” Units

If you prefer to use a mouse instead of the touchscreen, the 15” unit supports any USB style mouse.

Serial and PS/2 mice are not supported on 15” units.

Connecting to a Serial Printer

When connecting a serial printer to the PA PowerStation, you will need to prepare the serial port for the printer. First you will need to adjust the mode settings to the settin g s o n the printer. See To Adjust the Mode Settings below.

If you plan to print to a serial port that was configured for downloading, you will need to reconfigure the serial port. See To Print to a Port Configured for Downloading on page 3-11.

To Adjust the Mode Settings

To connect a serial printer to the PA PowerStation, you must change the mode settings for one of the serial ports to match those of your printer. The easiest way to change these settings is to use MODE.COM. MODE.COM can modify the following options:

• baud: 110, 150, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600

• parity: N - none, O - odd, E - even

• databits: either 7 or 8

• stopbits: either 1 or 2

Parker includes MODE.COM on the PA PowerStation’s Compact Flash card and the ROM-DOS installation CD shipped with your PowerStation.

Figure 3-8 illustrates the appropriate settings for the PA PowerStation COM Port and the Serial Printer Connector with hardware handshaking and without hardware handshaking.

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Figure 3-8: Serial Printer Cable Diagram

Use Figure 3-8 as a reference when connecting a serial printer to the PA PowerStation. Then complete the following steps:

1 From the Windows desktop, open the Startup directory within

Interact project:

C:\Machshop\Projects\Interact\*Project Name*\Startup\

Important Be sure to replace the pound sign with the appropriate port number when completing the next step.

2 Within the Startup folder, create a new AUTOEXEC.BAT file with the

following line.

MODE COM#:baud,parity,databits,stopbits For example, if you are communicating at 9600, NONE, 8, and 1, use

MODE COM1: 9600,N,8,1

3 Launch the MachineShop Toolbar.

Note When you download the project

containing AUTOEXEC.BAT and MODE.COM from your development system to the PowerStation

created in step 2 and MODE.COM into the \STARTUP directory specified by the INTERACT_STARTUP environment variable. This environment variable resides in the PowerStation’s AUTOEXEC.BAT file.

4 Download the project.

Note When MachineShop finishes the download, a prompt will display asking whether you want to restart the computer.

, MachineShop transfers the AUTOEXEC.BAT file you

When you restart, MODE.COM will configure the COM port to the required baud rate.

5 Restart the PowerStation.

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To Print to a Port Configured for Downloading

If you plan to print to a port that is configured for downloading, you will need to reconfigure the port before you can print to it. To reconfigure the port, complete the following steps:

1 Disable downloading for that port. 2 Restart the PA PowerStation.

Note Restarting the PowerS t a ti on all ows MO DE.COM to reset the communication settings for that port.

3 Select Settings from the Main Menu. 4 Choose TCP/IP from the selections displayed. 5 Select Net Setup from the menu.

Important The configuration may already be set to Download Only. If not, continue with step 6. Otherwise, skip to step 8.

6 Depending on how your PA PowerStation is configured, select the

appropriate Net (Net 1, Net 2, or Net 3).

7 Choose Download Only from the options displayed. 8 Continue to Back out until you reach a prompt that indicates the

TCP/IP configuration has changed and asks whether you want to Reboot.

Ethernet Port

9 Choose Yes to reboot the PA PowerStation. This will save your

changes.

The PA PowerStation has an Ethernet RJ45 port with an Intel 82551ER 10/100 Mbps base-T controller that allows you to connect the PowerStation to a Local Area Network.

Table 3-4: Ethernet Pinouts

Pin# Signal

1TX+ 2TX3RX+ 4N/C 5N/C 6RX7N/C 8N/C

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Configuring the Ethernet Interface

The \NET directory of the PA PowerStation’s CompactFlash contains a configuration utility and all drivers necessary to configure the Ethernet interface on the PowerStation. These files are restored when performing a reflash of the compact flash card using the Flashback Utility. A link to the Flashback Utility is listed in the PA Drivers, Documentation, and Utilities CD included with the PA PowerStation.

Table 3-5: NET Directory Files

File Name Description

NET.BAT A sample batch file you can use to run NetBIOS. NET.CFG Stores the interrupts and memory for the network

drivers. The default PowerStation configuration reserves the following interrupts and I/O addresses. You cannot use these for the Ethernet interface.

• COM1: Int 4, I/O 3F8

• COM2: Int 3, I/O 2F8

• Touchscreen: Int 11, I/O 3E8

NETX.EXE The Novell Netware shell program that makes the

final connection with the server.

*LSL.COM A Novell driver that enables the workstation to

communicate with different protocols.

*IPXODI.COM A Novell driver that supports IPX protocol and other

protocols over the same network. Plug and Play Pro 100 The Plug and Play interface: 82557 E100BODI This driver allows the PowerStation to communicate

over a local area network. *NETBIOS.EXE Used by Interact to communicate over a network. RSET8019.EXE Configures interrupts and I/O addresses for the

network. TCPIP.EXE Used by the P owerStation for T CP/IP communications. TCPIP.INI Stores settings for TCP/IP communications.

* Denotes files that can be downloaded from Novell’s FTP site. Interact will also communicate over any network or operating system that

supports NetBIOS protocols. Examples include Lantastic, T CP/IP, Microsoft, and IBM.

CompactFlash

If you need assistance with NetBIOS and networking, consult your network administrator or a certified network technician.

The PA PowerStation comes with a CompactFlash (CF) card. The CF is used as a removable hard drive that is recognized as drive C and provides non-

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volatile memory storage. The CF is well-suited for rugged environments where the PowerStation may vibrate or shake. Although the CF is removable, it is used as an IDE drive, which means you cannot remove it while the PowerStation is switched on.

The PA PowerStation supports Type 1 or Type 2 CF cards. You should purchase at least one additional CF card to serve as a backup

for your primary CF card. It is also useful to own several cards to store different projects. You can purchase additional CF cards through Parker.

Note: Do not remove or insert the CF card when the unit is powered on or

data on the card could be corrupted.

Starting the PowerStation

Once the PA PowerStation has been mounted, you are ready to start up the unit. This procedure is describ ed below.

Before connecting a power cord to your unit, make sure that you have read and understood Environmental Specifications on page A-5, and the Testing Specifications on page A-7, of this manual. Also, be sure to follow the guidelines listed below:

For permanently connected equipment, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring.

Important:Proper installation of this PowerStation model for use in

European Union countries requires the use of a harmonized power cord (the power cord must be identified with the <HAR> symbol). Make sure that the PowerStation is connected to the main supply only with a harmonized power cord.

1 Ensure the power on/off switch is in the off position. 2 Connect the power cord to a DC voltage source. Voltage input to the

unit should be within the range specified in the Environmental Specifications.

3 Turn the PA Power Station on.

The PowerStation will automatically load the MachineShop Shell or an Interact application, if the Shell is configured to start Interact automatically.

You are now ready to download a project to the PA PowerStation. If you’re using MachineShop software, refer to the MachineShop Getting Started Guide or the MachineShop Toolbar help system for information about downloading projects.

Important:You must upgrade to Interact version 6.13 or later before

downloading applications to the PA PowerStation.

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Using the CompactFlash Card

You can remove the CF card, update the application files on the CF card from a PC, and then reinstall the CF card in the PowerStation.

Reinstalling the PowerStation Utilities

The PA PowerStation is shipped with the operating system and software, which is installed on the CF card that comes with your system.

Backup copies of your software are provided on the PA PowerStation CD that ships with your system. If any of the software on your system becomes lost or corrupted, you can reinstall it from this distribution disk.

Restoring a CompactFlash Card

Because you use a CF card as the startup drive in a PA PowerStation, you should create a bootable CF card for the system from a blank or used card. This procedure will fix a ROM-DOS Shell CompactFlash card and let you do the following:

• Reinstall the PowerStation Utilities onto a CF card

• Prepare a new CF card for use You can easily reformat a CF card by using Parker’s Flashback Utility, which

restores the ROM-DOS operating system and PA PowerStation operating files to a CF card in one operation.

When you use Flashback, the following software will be replaced on your CompactFlash card:

• Operating system

• System drivers

• MachineShop Shell

Writing to the CompactFlash Card

To write to the CompactFlash card, you will need one of the following:

• A personal computer running Windows with a CD-ROM drive and a SanDisk ImageMate or any CompactFlash card PC reader/writer. A SanDisk Imagemate is a CompactFlash reader/writer that connects to the personal computer through a USB port.

• A laptop computer running Windows with a CD-ROM drive and a PCMCIA-to-CompactFlash adapter. The PCMCIA-to-CompactFlash adapter lets you read from or write to a CompactFlash card through your laptop’s PCMCIA slot.

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Reformating the CompactFlash Card

Warning:Manually formatting a CompactFlash card in Windows NT, 2000,

XP, or Vista before using Flashback could possibly make the CF card unusable.

Warning:Removing the CompactFlash card: During a disk transfer

procedure, do not remove the CF card before issuing a Stop or shutting down the USB port service. Otherwise the last part of the data will not transfer to the CF card.

To reformat a CF card for a PA PowerStation, complete the following steps on a personal computer or laptop:

1 Insert the CompactFlash card into the CompactFlash card PC

reader/writer or the PCMCIA slot.

2 Insert the PA PowerStation CD into the CD-ROM drive. 3 Select the Drivers/Utilities selection from the CD menu. On the

Utilities page you will find a link to the web site that contains the Flashback utility image.

4 Select the Flashback utility web link to open your browser to the

location of the utility.

5 Download the utility from the web site and ins t all it on your

6 Double-click the executable file.

Note: Reformatting a CompactFlash card using Flashback will erase your

7 Click the down arrow for the destination drive and choose the correct

8 Press the Restore Image button.

Note The Flashback Utility, will first format the compact flash, and then

Using the BIOS Utility

This section discusses how to use the BIOS utility on the PowerStation. There are three instances in which you will need to use the BIOS utility program:

development laptop.

The Flashback Utility dialog box appears.

projects from the CF card. You will need to download your projects to the CF card again. After using Flashback, you may also need to recalibrate your PA PowerStation display. For instructions, see Calibrating the Touchscreen on page 4-2.

drive letter that was assigned to the CF.

copy ROM-DOS, the Shell, and the utilities to the compact flash.

1 You are starting your system for the first time. 2 You have changed the hardware attached to your system.

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3 The CMOS memory has lost power and the configuration information

has been erased.

Every computer with a motherboard includes a special chip referred to as the BIOS or ROM BIOS (Read Only Memory Basic Input/Output System). The BIOS includes instructions to interact with the computer hardware. It also includes a test which ensures that the computer meets requirements to boot up properly. If the computer encounters an error during the test, you either hear a combination of beeps or see an error message on the screen.

Error messages can be fatal or non-fatal. Generally, the system can continue the boot up sequence with a non-fatal error. These are usually displayed on the screen along with the following instructions:

Press <F1> to RESUME

Write down the error message and press the F1 key to continue booting the system. If you want to change BIOS settings, refer to the following sections.

Using the BIOS Utility

Entering Setup

Before changing any of the BIOS settings, shut down the system and connect a keyboard to the PowerStation.

1 Turn on the PowerStation. 2 Press the F1 key while the system sp lash screen displays to enter the

When the BIOS utility is displayed, press a letter key or use the arrow keys to navigate through the menu.

BIOS setup utility.

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MAINTAINING THE POWERSTATION 4

The PowerStation has been designed to provide years of trouble-free operation even in the harshest environments. However, occasionally you need to perform routine maintenance on some of the PowerStation’s components.

This chapter provides instructions on maintaining your PowerStation:

• Maintaining the Touchscreen

• Replacing the CompactFlash

• Performing Internal Maintenance

•Optional Components

• Resolving Problems

Maintaining the Touchscreen

This section discusses the basic maintenance of your PowerStation’s touchscreen, including:

• Cleaning the Touchscreen

• Calibrating the Touchscreen

• Adjusting the Contrast(only available on 5”, 6”, and 8” STN units)

Cleaning the Touchscreen

Occasionally, you may need to clean the monitor’s screen. Clean the screen using warm, soapy water and a cloth. You can also use any nonabrasive cleaner. See Faceplate Chemical Resistance on page A-8, for a list of substances the screen can resist with no visible effect.

Do not use any harsh material or powder, such as steel wool or abrasive cleansers, to clean the screen surface. The surface is sensitive to scraping, sharp blows, or punctures. Therefore, keep screwdrivers or other sharp objects away from the screen surface.

Warning Do not clean the unit while it is running. Turn off the monitor

before cleaning it in order to avoid inadvertently activating the touchscreen.

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Calibrating the Touchscreen

The monitor’s touchscreen is calibrated before leaving Parker. However, you may need to recalibrate the touchscreen in certain circumstances, such as:

• Moving a CompactFlash card between PA PowerStations

• After re-imaging the CompactFlash card

• When you use the PA PowerStation for the first time

• When you replace the touchscreen

• Whenever the cursor does not follow the location where you touch the screen

Using the MachineShop Shell Calibration Utility

The MachineShop Shell comes with a calibration utility that allows you to calibrate the touchscreen. To calibrate the touchscreen, complete the following steps:

1 From the MachineShop Shell Main Menu, select the Settings option,

then select the PowerStation option.

2 The PowerStation Settings page will appear. 3 Select the Calibrate Touchscreen option. The calibration routine will

run automatically.

4 Follow the instructions on the screen. 5 Use your finger to touch the + on the screen. 6 Repeat the previous step two more times. Each time you touch the +

you will hear a faint beep to indicate that the touch has been accepted.

After the third time, your touchscreen will be calibrated.

Adjusting the Contrast (only available on 5”, 6”, and 8” STN units)

You may adjust the contrast on the PA PowerStation. The contrast is a property of the LCD.

Note The Brightness property is fixed and cannot be adjusted. This property can be adjusted on the STN display only. So before you

begin, you will need to determine whether you own an STN or a TFT display. To distinguish between the two types of displays and their resolution, locate the model number on the back of the PA PowerStation unit and compare the third digit in the model number with the third digit in Table 4-1: Display Type to determine the ty p e of d i sp l a y you own.

Table 4-1: Display Type

Model No. View S ize

PA-05S/06S-1XX STN Display - Quarter VGA

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Model No. View S ize

PA-08S-1XX STN Display - Full VGA PA-08T/10T/15T-1XX TFT Display - Full VGA

• If your PA Series has an STN display, continue with Contrast Adjustment Steps.

• If you have a TFT display, you cannot adjust the contrast.

Contrast Adjustment Steps

1 Find the contrast adjustment on the back of the PowerStation. See

Figure 4-1.

Figure 4-1:Contrast Adjustment

Contrast Adjustment

2 Using a Phillips screwdriver, turn the screw to adjust the contrast to

the desired level. This is a very small adjustment.

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Replacing the CompactFlash

At some point, you will probably need to remove the CompactFlash (CF) card from the PA PowerStation flash socket for one reason or another. To do so, complete the following steps:

1 Turn off the PA PowerStation.

Caution: The PowerStation must be turned off when inserting or

removing the CF card to avoid corrupting data.

2 Locate the ejector next to the CF socket similiar to that shown in

Figure 4-2.

Figure 4-2: CompactFlash Ejector.

Ejector Button

3 Push the ejector button two times, once to extend the button, then

again to pop out the CF card.

4 Remove the CF card. 5 Carefully insert the new card with the connector on the card aligning

with the pins inside the socket.

6 Push the CF card into the slot until the card is securely seated in the

socket. Do not force!

Note: The CompactFlash has an arrow near one edge that always lines up

with a matching arrow on the label of the PA PowerStation. Insert the CompactFlash so the arrows line up and the card seats properly. Do not force the CompactFlash in the wrong way.

If you need additional storage capacity for the PA PowerStation, you can purchase additional CompactFlash cards from Parker. Be sure to purchase at least one additional flash card to serve as a backup for your primary card.

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Performing Internal Maintenance

Before doing any internal maintenance, be sure to read and understand the following procedures to prevent injury to yourself and/or damage to the PowerStation.

• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions

• Removing the PowerStation from an Enclosure

• Opening the PowerStation

• Replacing the Fuse

Important: For safety reasons, the PowerStation should be opened only

by qualified service personnel.

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions

Modern integrated electronic devices, including the PowerStation, are extremely sensitive to electrostatic discharges (ESD) and fields. Before you open the system, be sure to follow these simple precautions to protect you and the PowerStation from harm resulting from ESD.

Once you have read and understood the ESD safety precautions, you are ready to continue with the appropriate instructions.

• Always disconnect power from the PowerStation before opening. Do not touch any internal components of the PowerStation while the system is on.

• Disconnect power before performing any internal maintenance or troubleshooting. A sudden static discharge as you connect a jumper or touch any internal parts may damage sensitive electronic components.

• Only handle internal components of the PowerStation in an ESD-safe location, using appropriate grounding methods.

• Wear a grounding wrist strap for continuous protection.

• Always ground yourself to rem ove any static charge before you touch the CPU card.

• Be particularly careful not to touch the components on the printed circuit boards.

• Keep any PowerStation part in its anti-static packaging when it is not installed in the unit and place it on a static dissipative mat when you are working on it.

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Removing the PowerStation from an Enclosure

To remove the PowerStation from it’s enclosure, follow the steps below.

Explosion Hazard!

• Do not connect or disconnect cables unless the power has been

switched off, or the area is known to be safe.

WARNING!

1 Turn off the power to the unit. 2 Disconnect the following cables:

• Power Input cable

• Ground cable

• any communication cables

• any keyboard and mouse cables

3 Take off the clamps. 4 Place the PowerStation face down on a static dissipative mat, in a

location free from dirt and moisture and protected against static discharge.

Opening the PowerStation

Once you have removed the PowerStation from it’s enclosure, you can open it up. Follow the steps below.

1 Remove the CompactFlash card from it’s slot by pressing the eject

button on the side of the PowerStation, similiar to that shown below.

Figure 4-3: Eject Button

CompactFlash Card

CompactFlash Eject Button

2 Press in the eject button to return it to it’s retracted position. 3 Remove the backshell screws on the PA PowerStation.

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4 Lift the backshell off of the PowerStation to expose the board.

You are now ready to perform any internal maintenance necessary.

Closing the PowerStation

1 Replace the backshell on the PowerStati on. 2 Remount the PowerStation in the enclosure, refer to Installing the PA

PowerStation on page 2-7.

3 Reconnect the following cables:

• Power Input cable

• Ground cable

• any communication cables

• any keyboard and mouse cables

4 Turn on the PowerStation.

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Replacing the Fuse

The PA PowerStation has a protective fuse that you can replace by opening up the back cover. An ohm meter is required to see whether the fuse is open or closed. The required fuse is listed below.

• Use a Littlefuse Nano SMF Slow Blow Type fuse. The part number is R452 002.

Caution: Using a fuse that is rated differently than indicated, can cause

damage or fire to occur.

To replace the fuse, complete the following steps:

1 Remove the PowerStation from its enclosure then open the

PowerStation as discussed on page 4-6.

2 Locate the fuse on the board according to the picture below.

Figure 4-4: Fuse Location (PA5 - PA10 on left, PA15 on right)

Fuse Location

3 Use an ohm meter to see if the fuse is open or closed.

• If open, use a pair of needle nose pliers to lift the fuse from the fuse holder.

• If closed, the fuse is okay and the r e is no need to replace it.

4 Insert the new fuse into the fuse holder and reassemble the unit.

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Optional Components

Parker has an optional component that you may want to purchase for the PA PowerStation —an AC Power Supply.

AC Power Supply

The PA PowerStation uses DC power to save space and limit the amount of heat generated by the unit. However, if you require the PowerStation to use AC power, you can purchase an AC Power Supply, P1X-PWRAC, that includes an AC Power Supply and a power cord.

You can also purchase a mounting bracket kit, BKT-1000, for the Power Supply. See Preparing a Location for the AC Power Supply on page 2-9 for instructions on how to mount the AC Power Supply.

Do not apply AC power directly to the unit or damage could occur.

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Resolving Problems

This section provides some basic troubleshooting steps to help you indentify and correct problems you may have with the PA PowerStation. Each problem is described and followed with one or more possible solutions. Begin with the first solu t ion and continue until you have solved the problem or tried all of the solutions.

If the problem persists, look through the other problems listed in this section to determine if addit ion al sy m p tom s exist that might require action. If you cannot solve the problem, or if you encounter a problem that is not documented in this section, contact your Parker equipment supplier or Product Technical Support department at (513) 248-1714.

Important:You must upgrade to Interact version 6.13 or later before

downloading applications to the PA PowerStation.

Use Table 4-1: Troubleshooting Guide to find resolutions to basic problems that may occur.

Table 4-1: Troubleshooting Guide

General Problem Specific Issue Page

Resolving Problems when Starting Up

Resolving Problems with the Touchscreen

Resolving Problems after Start Up

The LED Power indicator on the back of the unit does not light.

The startup halts with the Award (System Info) screen displayed.

The AUTOEXEC.BAT file and/or CONFIG.SYS file does not execute properly.

After startup, the touchscreen doesn’t work properly, the calibration is incorrect, or the touchscreen makes a chirping noise.

After calibrating the touchscreen, either the touchscreen doesn’t work properly or the cursor doesn’t follow your finger.

The display appears to be blank or very dim. 4-13 The ROM-DOS prompt “C:\” is displayed

instead of the MachineShop Shell Main Menu. A PS/2 mouse doesn’t work. (5, 6, 8, and 10”

units only) A keyboard doesn’t work. (5, 6, 8, and 10”

units only)

4-11

4-12

4-13

A USB keyboard or mouse doesn’t work. (15” units only)

The Ethernet port doesn’t work. 4-14

4-13

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Resolving Problems when Starting Up

Some of the most common problems that users encounter with PCs occur when they start up their systems. This section describes some problems that may occur in the PA PowerStation during startup and solutions for these problems.

The LED Power indicator on the back of the unit does not light

1 Check to see whether the power switch is in the On position, and the

PA PowerStation is operating correctly. a. If the PA PowerStation appears to be operating properly, the LED

indicator may be defective. Contact your Parker equipment supplier or Parker Product Technical Support department for assistance.

b. If the PA PowerStation does not appear to be operating properly,

restart the PowerStation.

2 Check the DC power line to determine whether the DC voltage is

either 12VDC or 24VDC.

3 Check the power connector to determine whether the leads are

properly connected and not reversed. The positive line should connect to the positive terminal, the negative lead should connect to the negative terminal, and the ground lead s hould connect to the ground terminal.

4 Check to see if you have a blown fuse. To replace the fuse, see

Replacing the Fuse on page 4-8.

The startup halts with the Award (System Info) screen displayed

1 Check for a loose CF card.

Restart the PA PowerStation.

The AUTOEXEC.BAT file and/or CONFIG.SYS file does not execute properly

Some startup problems are caused by a corrupted or modified AUTOEXEC.BAT or CONFIG.SYS file. Parker includes backup copies of these files in the \CTC directory on your PowerStation’s CompactFlash Disk and on the PowerStation Start Disk. These files are called AUTOEXEC.CTC and CONFIG.CTC.

For a complete listing of the AUTOEXEC.BAT and the CONFIG.SYS files, see Appendix B.

If you suspect a problem with either the PA PowerStation’s AUTOEXEC.BAT or CONFIG.SYS files, use the ROM-DOS Copy command to create a backup copy of your current file and overwrite the suspect file with the appropriate backup file. For example, if the AUTOEXEC.BAT file becomes suspect, type the following commands at the ROM-DOS prompt:

copy autoexec.bat autoexec.old copy \ctc\autoexec.ctc autoexec.bat

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1 Press Exit on the MachineShop Shell menu. 2 Run ROM-DOS Edit by typing NED and then the file name that you

want to edit.

3 You may also use the Flashback Utility to reformat the CF card with

the default PA PowerStation files.

Important: You cannot load the touchscreen driver and a serial mouse

driver such as MOUSE.COM simultaneously. The PA PowerStation will only load the driver that is specified first in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.

Resolving Problems with the Touchscreen

This section describes the problems that may occur with the touchscreen and the subsequent solutions to these problems.

After startup, the touchscreen doesn’t work properly, the calibration is incorrect, or the touchscreen makes a chirping noise

1 If the PA PowerStation is operating correctly otherwise, restart the

unit.

2 The touchscreen calibration might be in error. See Calibrating the

Touchscreen on page 4-2 of this manual for instructions on how to

calibrate the touchscreen.

3 Check the AUTOEXEC.BAT file. See Appendix B of this manual for

information about the command lines that should appear in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.

a. Verify that the touchscreen drivers are loaded. Look for the

following lines in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file:

SET TOUCH_PATH=C: \HAMMOUSE CALL %TOUCH_PATH% \TS.BAT

b. Verify that a serial mouse driver such as MOUSE.COM is not

loading before the touchscreen driver. Look for the following line in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file:

C:\MOUSE.COM

c. Remove the line if it is found anywhere other than where it is

shown in the default AUTOEXEC.CTC listing. See Appendix B.

After calibrating the touchscreen, either the touchscreen doe sn’t work prope rly or the cursor doesn’t follow your finger

1 If using a serial mouse, make sure the serial port (COM2 only) is

configured for RS-232.

2 The internal touchscreen cable connection may be loose,

disconnected, or improperly connected. Call customer service. See

Product Technical Support on page 1-5 of this manual.

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3 If all of the above remedies do not work, you may need to replace the

touchscreen. Replacement Touchscreen kits are available through Parker.

Resolving Problems after Start Up

This section describes problems that may occur after startup and details the solutions to these problems.

The display appears to be blank or very dim

1 Check to see if the power switch is in the on position, and the LED

Power indicator on the back of the PA PowerStation is lit. a. If you have an STN display and the PA PowerStation is operating

properly, adjust the contrast on the display. See Adjusting the Contrast on page 4-2.

b. If the PA PowerStation is not operating properly, restart the unit.

2 If the screen still appears to be blank or very dim, and the unit has

been in operation continuously for a long time, replace the backlight bulb. Replacement backlight bulb kits are available through Parker for the 10” and 15” models. You may not replace the backlight bulbs on the 5”, 6”, and 8” models.

The ROM-DOS prompt "C:\" is displayed instead of the Ma chineShop Shell Main Menu

1 If the PA PowerStation appears to be operating correctly otherwise,

restart the unit.

2 Make sure that the MachineShop Shell software is being loaded.

a. Verify that the following lines appear in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file. b. Verify that the lines do not have the word “REM” in front of them:

CD \CTC PSU

3 The AUTOEXEC.BAT file may be corrupted or may have been

modified. See Appendix B for information about the command lines that should appear in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.

A PS/2 mouse doesn’t work (5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” units only)

Make sure that you are using a Microsoft PS/2 mouse, specifically an 802.3 Microsoft-compatible mouse. Some PS/2 style mice that claim to be Microsoft compatible will not work correctly with the PA PowerStation. Do not use a serial mouse with a serial-to-PS/2 port adapter.

A keyboard doesn’t work (5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” units only)

1 Check the keyboard. Make sure that you are using an AT or a PS/2

style keyboard, not an XT-style.

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2 If you are using a PS/2 style keyboard, the keyboard should be

plugged into the keyboard port.

3 If you are us ing an AT style keyboard, make sure the Y cable is

attached to the keyboard port.

4 Try using a new Y adapter cable. 5 Try using a new keyboard.

A USB keyboard or mouse doesn’t work (15” only)

1 The keyboard or mouse is defective. 2 Try a different brand. Some br ands of keyboard and mic e may not be

recognized by the Legacy Keyboard/Mouse BIOS function.

The Ethernet port doesn’t work

1 Make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged in. 2 Make sure that the networking software is loading properly. Verify

that the following lines appear in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file and at least one of the two lines do not have the word “REM” in front of it as appropriate:

CALL C:\NET\NET.BAT LH C:\NET\TCPIP.EXE

See Appendix B for information about the command lines that should appear in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.

3 Make sure that you properly configured the networking software. See

Configuring the Ethernet Interface on page 3-11 of this manual for a list of the drivers that configure your Ethernet interface.

Accessing the PowerStation Utilities

The PA PowerStation is shipped with the PA PowerStation Documentation and Utilities CD. This CD contains all of the dimensional drawings, software, and drivers needed for the PA PowerStation.

If any of the software on your system becomes lost or corrupted, you can reinstall it from this distribution disk.

Ordering Replacement Components

The PA PowerStation is designed to be a simple yet reliable unit to maintain. However, if you need to purchase replacement components for the PowerStation, Parker carries a line of replacement components.

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Component Description

CompactFlash (CF) card

DRAM

If you need additional storage capacity, you can purchase additional Compact Flash cards from Parker.

You should purchase at least one additional compact flash card to serve as a backup for your primary CF.

See page 4-4, for instructions on how to replace CF cards.

If you need to upgrade or replace the DRAM, Parker carries replacement DRAM (DDR DIMM).

The PA PowerStation comes with a minimum of PC3200 Type, 128MB DDR DRAM, but the unit supports a total of 1 GB maximum.

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POWERSTATION SPECIFICATIONS

This appendix outlines important specifications for the PowerStation. It is a good idea to familiarize yourself with the specifications before operating your unit.

• Physical Specifications

• Display Specifications

• Environmental Specifications

• Electrical Specifications

• Testing Specifications

• Faceplate Chemical Resistance

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Appendix A : PowerStation Specifications Physical Specifications

Physical Specifications

Physical specifications include the PowerStation’s CPU, memory specifications, display types, storage capacity, and other physical characteristics. These specifications are shown in Table A-1, below.

Table A-1: Physical Specifications

Category PA05/PA06/PA08/PA10 Units PA15 Units

Operating System

CPU

Memory

BIOS Storage

I/O Ports

Dimensions H x W x D

ROM-DOS 6.11 ROM-DOS 6.11

• 200MHz X86 instruction set compatible processor

• Up to 1 GB DDR SDRAM Maximum

• 32MB PC100/PC133 SDRAM

• 144-pin SODIMM Socket

• Award 256KB Flash • Insyde XpressROM

• 128MB - 8G CompactFlash card

• Supports Type 1 and 2 CompactFlash cards

• Two 9-pin serial ports (16550 compatible)

• 1 RS232

• 1 RS232/422/485 (configurable)

• One RJ45 Ethernet connector; Intel 82551ER 10/100 Base-T controller

For the 5” and 6”:

• 6.0”H x 7.4”W x 2.3”D

For the 8”:

• 7.6”H x 10.2”W x 2.2”D

• 500MHz X86 instruction set compatible processor

• Up to 1 GB DDR SDRAM Maximum

• 128MB PC3200 DDR

• 200-pin SODIMM Socket

• 128MB - 8G CompactFlash card

• Supports Type 1 and 2 CompactFlash cards

• Two 9-pin serial ports (16550 compatible)

• 1 RS232

• 1 RS232/422/485 (configurable)

• One RJ45 Ethernet connector; Intel 82551ER 10/100 Base-T controller

• 13.3”H x 16.8”W x 4.6”D

For the 10”:

• 11.0”H x 13.8”W x 3.2”D

Weight For the 5” and 6”:

• 2.1 lbs/0.95 kgs For the 8”:

• 4.1 lbs/1.86 kgs For the 10”:

• 8.4 lbs/ 3.81kgs Keyboard Mouse Touchscreen Audible

• 1 PS/2 miniDI N • USB keyboard only

• 1 PS/2 miniD IN • USB mouse only

• Analog Resistive • Analog Resistive

• Piezoelectric Beeper • Piezoelectric Beeper

For the 15”:

• 13.8 lbs/6.2 6 kgs

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Display Specifications

Display specifications include the type of monitor, size, resolution, and other display properties. These specifications are shown in the following tables. There is one table for each display size: 5”, 6”, 8”, 10”, and 15”.

Table A-2: PA05S Display Specifications

Property PA 05S Description

Type Passive Color STN Display

Diagonal Size Resolution QVGA (320 x 240) Brightness 160 NITS Bulb Life 54,000 hours Adjustments External Rear Contrast

Viewing Angle

Left/Right 50 Up/Down 20o/30

4.7"

/50

o o

Table A-3: PA06S Display Specifications

Property PA 06S Description

Type Passive Color STN Display

Diagonal Size Resolution QVGA (320 x 240) Brightness 350 NITS

5.7"

Bulb Life 75,000 hours Adjustments External Rear Contrast

Viewing Angle

Left/Right 50 Up/Down 20o/35

/50

o o

Table A-4: PA08S & PA08T Display Specifications

Property PA 08S Description PA08T Description

Type Passive Color STN Active Color TFT Display

Diagonal Size Resolution VGA (640 x 480) VGA (640 x 480)

7.7" 8.0”

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Property PA 08S Description PA08T Description

Brightness 120 NITS 285 NITS Bulb Life 40,000 hours 20,000 hours Adjustments External Rear Contrast n/a

Viewing Angle

Left/Right 50o/50 Up/Down 30o/50

o o

65o/65 65o/55

o o

Table A-5: PA10T Display Specifications

Property PA10T Description

Type Active Color TFT Display

10.4"

Diagonal Size Resolution VGA (640 x 480) Brightness 200 NITS Bulb Life 50,000 hours Adjustments n/a

Viewing Angle

Left/Right 45 Up/Down 40o/70

/45

o o

Table A-6: PA15T Display Specifications

Property PA15T Description

Type Active Color TFT Display

Diagonal Size Resolution XGA (1024 x 768)

15.0"

scaled to VGA (640 x

480) Brightness 260 NITS Bulb Life 50,000 hours Adjustments n/a

Viewing Angle

Left/Right 80 Up/Down 55o/80

/80

o o

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Environmental Specifications

Even though the PA PowerStation is built to withstand harsh environments, limit the PowerStation’s exposure to adverse conditions such as dust, oil, moisture, and corrosive vapors to minimize maintenance and repair costs.

Remember that the temperature within a protective enclosure is generally higher than the external temperature. Thus, if the PA PowerStation is operating inside an enclosure at temperature levels above its rated ambient temperature, you must cool the enclosure.The Po werStation conforms to the environmental specifications listed in Table A-7.

Table A-7: Environmental Specifications Chart

Category Specifications

Operating Temperature

Storage Temperature

Relative Humidity 0% to 95% non-condensing Shock Rating

Operating Vibration Faceplate

Design

32 to 122oF (0 to 50oC) ambient (air temp. outside of PA backshell)

•-4 to 140

• 10g peak; 11ms (operating)

• 30g peak; 11ms (non-operating)

• 5-500Hz: 1.0 grms random Tested for UL Type 4/4X Environment Warning: The PowerStation is rated NEMA Type

4/4X only if it is installed in a NEMA 4/4X rated enclosure.

F (-20 to 60oC)

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Electrical Specifications

The PA PowerStation’s power supply automatically detects the input voltage level and adjusts accordingly. However, always use reliable sources of power, and isolate all communication cables from AC power lines to enhance noise immunity.

If possible, locate the PA PowerStation away from machinery that produces intense electrical noise (arc welders, etc.). Otherwise, isolate the input power to the PowerStation from the equipment generating electrical noise.

The PA PowerStation’s electrical specifications appear in Table A-8.

Table A-8: Electrical Specifications Chart

5”, 6”, 8”, and 10”

Testing Specifications

The PA PowerStation conforms to the testing specifications listed below. Table A-9, shows the European community immunity and emission standards for electronic equipment: EN61000-6-2 (2001) and EN55011 (A2:2002).

Table A-9: European Community Specifications

Test Specification

ESD immunity EN61000-4-2 RF immunity EN61000-4-3 Electrical fast transient/burst EN61000-4-4 Surge immunity EN61000-4-5 RF common mode immunity EN61000-4-6 Power frequency magnetic field immunity EN61000-4-8 Voltage dip and interrupt immunity EN61000-4-11 Conducted & radiated emissions EN55011

Table A-10, shows the mechanical testing specifications.

Table A-10: Mechanical Testing Specifications

Test Specification

Surge withstanding capacitance EN61000-4-5 ESD requirements EN61000-4-2 Electrical fast transient EN61000-4-4 Operating vibration 0.5 grms/MIL-STD-810F 514.3 Mechanical shock IEC-68-2-27/MIL-STD-810 516.3 Non-operational vibration 1.0 grms/MIL-STD-810F 514.3

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Faceplate Chemical Resistance

The touchscreen of the PA PowerStation is resistant to the chemic als l isted in Table A-11.

Table A-11: Chemical Resistance Chart

Touchscreen Chemical Resistance

Acetone Sulfuric Acid 10% Motor oil MEK Hydrochloric Acid 10% Gasoline Toluene Acetic Acid 10% Machine oil Methylene Chloride Phosphoric Acid Salad oil Isopropyl

Alcohol Xylene Carbon Tetrachloride Silicone grease G31 Hexane Potassium Hydroxide Kerosene Butyl Cellosolve Ammonia Water 10% Gas oil Cyclohexanone Sodium Chloride 26% Silicone oil Trichloroethylene Zinc Chloride 81% Engine oil Ethanol Cottonseed Oil Cleanser Methanol Glycerin Nitric Acid 10% Grease

Note: Sustained exposure to brake fluid or Gunk

Sodium Hydroxide 10% Silicone

brand degreaser can

cause damage to monitor materials.

All PA PowerStation surfaces exposed outside your enclosure are resistive to the following chemicals:

• Commercial glass cleaners • Silicone based lubricant

• Motor oil • Alcohol (ethyl, methyl)

• Ammonia (10% dilute solution) • Automatic transmission fluid

• Diesel fuel • Hydraulic fluid

• Gasoline (leaded, unleaded)

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SYSTEM CONFIGURATION FILES

Appendix B specifies the cont ents of two configuration files, CO NFIG.CTC and AUTOEXEC.CTC. Use this information to modify or correct the files CONFIG.SYS and AUTOEXEC.BAT on the PA PowerStation.

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Appendix B : System Configuration Files System Configuration Files

System Configuration Files

Parker includes backup copies of the CONFIG.SYS file and AUTOEXEC.BAT file in the \CTCTEMP directory on your PowerStation’s Compact Flash disk and on the PowerStation Start disk. These files are call ed CONFIG. CTC and AUTOEXEC.CTC.

CONFIG.SYS File

SHELL=C:\COMMAND.COM /E:1024 /P FILES=30 BUFFERS=30 STACKS=9,256 DEVICE=C:\DOS\HIMEM.SYS DOS=HIGH,UMB REM REM !!! NOTE !!! REM EMM386 can be used to free up more conventional memory for use by REM Interact, by allowing TSRs to be loaded high. Just remove the word REM 'REM' in front of the appropriate command, and adjust the REM parameters as required for your system's configuration. REM REM DEVICE=C:\DOS\EMM386.EXE NOEMS REM REM IMPORTANT: Always include the NOEMS switch when using REM EMM386 with Interact. REM

AUTOEXEC.BAT File

The lines in the following table must appear in the PA PowerStation’s AUTOEXEC.BAT file for the unit to operate properly. The AUTOEXEC.BAT file that Parker supplies includes these lines and is located in the \CTCTEMP directory on the PowerStation’s Compact Flash card in a file called AUTOEXEC.CTC.

Please make sure that the AUTOEXEC.BAT file on your PA PowerStation’s CF card includes the command lines shown in table B-1. A complete listing of the AUTOEXEC.BAT file is shown after table B-1.

Table B-1: Autoexec.bat Command Line Parameters

Command Line Parameters Description

PATH C:\; C:\DOS; C:\CTC Sets up the default DOS path. LH C:\CTC\BIOSTSR Loads special functions. C:\CTC\PACTRL -A -S

IF ERRORLEVEL 108 GO TO ERROR

CD \CTC IF EXIST C:\CTC\MOUSE.INI DEL C:\CTC\MOUSE.INI

Verifies this CompactFlash is running on a PowerStation.

Required for the MachineShop Shell to detect a mouse in some situations.

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Command Line Parameters Description

LH C:\CTC\MOUSE If a mouse is connected, installs the

mouse and creates a new MOUSE.INI file.

SET TOUCH_PATH=C:

Initializes the touchscreen drivers. \HAMMOUSE CALL %TOUCH_PATH%\TS.BAT

SET INTERACT=C:\INTERACT Sets the Interact path. SET

Sets the application path for Interact. INTERACT_FILES=C:\INTERACT\A PPFILES

SET

Sets up Interact startup variables. INTERACT_STARTUP=C:\STARTUP

CD\NET LH C:\NET\TCPIP

IF NOT EXIST C: \STARTUP\NUL.EXT MD C:

Loads network drivers --Novell and/or

TCP/IP stack.

Calls the second AUTOEXEC.BA T file if the

line is contained within a project file. \STARTUP CD \STARTUP IF EXIST C:\STAR TUP\AUT OEXEC.BAT CALL C:\STARTUP\AUTOEXEC.BAT

@ECHO OFF REM ************************************************************** REM PA PowerStation Autoexec.bat REM MachineShop Suite 1.05 REM Copyright (c) 2004 CTC Parker Automation REM ************************************************************** PROMPT $p$g PATH C:\;C:\DOS;C:\CTC SET TEMP=C:\DOS REM ************************************************************** REM Touchscreen configuration options REM ************************************************************** SET TOUCH_ADDR=3E8 SET TOUCH_IRQ=11 REM ************************************************************** REM Set up Interact environment variables for MS Shell.

REM ************************************************************** SET INTERACT=C:\INTERACT SET INTERACT_FILES=C:\INTERACT\APPFILES SET INTERACT_STARTUP=C:\STARTUP REM ************************************************************** REM Install PowerStation Special Functions REM ************************************************************** LH C:\CTC\BIOSTSR REM ************************************************************** REM Verify running on a PA PowerStation REM ************************************************************** C:\CTC\PACTRL -A -S

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IF ERRORLEVEL 108 GOTO ERROR REM ************************************************************** REM If an external mouse is connected, MOUSE will install successfully REM and create a new MOUSE.INI file. REM ************************************************************** CD \CTC IF EXIST C:\CTC\MOUSE.INI DEL C:\CTC\MOUSE.INI LH C:\CTC\MOUSE REM ************************************************************** REM Initialize touchscreen drivers. REM ************************************************************** SET TOUCH_PATH=C:\HAMMOUSE CALL %TOUCH_PATH%\TS.BAT REM ************************************************************** REM Load NETWORK drivers -- NOVELL REM Remove REM on the CALL statement to load NOVELL network batch file. REM If used, this must be called BEFORE loading TCPIP. REM ************************************************************** CD \NET REM CALL C:\NET\NET.BAT REM ************************************************************** REM Load TCP/IP Stack REM ************************************************************** LH C:\NET\TCPIP REM ************************************************************** REM Load scroll feature on quarter VGA system. REM ************************************************************** C:\CTC\PACTRL -T -S IF ERRORLEVEL 3 LH C:\CTC\SCROLL REM ************************************************************** REM Call AUTOEXEC.BAT file contained in project, if it exists. REM ************************************************************** IF NOT EXIST C:\STARTUP\NUL.EXT MD C:\STARTUP CD \STARTUP IF EXIST C:\STARTUP\AUTOEXEC.BAT CALL C:\STARTUP\AUTOEXEC.BAT REM ************************************************************** REM Start the MachineShop Shell. REM ************************************************************* CD \CTC PSU GOTO END :ERROR CLS ECHO. ECHO This CompactFlash is programmed ECHO for a PA PowerStation and is not ECHO compatible with this system. ECHO. ECHO The startup process has been ECHO halted.

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ECHO. :END

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Parker Hannifin PA User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Using this Manual

Hardware Versions

Downloading Applications and Projects

Documentation Library

Documentation Standards

Text Conventions

ISO Symbols

Customer Support Services

Product Technical Support

Technical Training

Getting Started

Selecting a Location

Underwriters Laboratories Approval

Environmental Guidelines

Touchscreen Considerations

Electrical Guidelines

Field Terminal Wiring Requirements

Temperature and Humidity Guidelines

Enclosure Guidelines

Radiated Emissions Guidelines

Class I, Division 2 Guidelines

Preparing for Installation

Creating the Cutout

Installing the PA PowerStation

Mounting the PA PowerStation

Installing an Optional AC Power Supply

Preparing a Location for the AC Power Supply

Prepare the Power Supply Mounting Surface

Mounting the AC Power Supply

Connecting the Power Supply to the Workstation

PowerStation Connectors

Serial Ports

Settings and Pinouts for COM1

Dip Switch Settings and Pinouts for COM2 on the 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” Units

Dip Switch Settings and Pinouts for COM2 on 15” Units

RS-485 Directional Control

Transferring Files from a PC to the PA PowerStation

Keyboard and Mouse

Connecting a PS/2 Mouse on 5”, 6”, 8”, and 10” Units

Connecting a USB Mouse on 15” Units

Connecting to a Serial Printer

To Adjust the Mode Settings

To Print to a Port Configured for Downloading

Ethernet Port

Configuring the Ethernet Interface

CompactFlash

Starting the PowerStation

Using the CompactFlash Card

Reinstalling the PowerStation Utilities

Restoring a CompactFlash Card

Writing to the CompactFlash Card

Reformating the CompactFlash Card

Using the BIOS Utility

Using the BIOS Utility

Entering Setup

Maintaining the Touchscreen

Cleaning the Touchscreen

Calibrating the Touchscreen

Using the MachineShop Shell Calibration Utility

Adjusting the Contrast (only available on 5”, 6”, and 8” STN units)

Contrast Adjustment Steps

Replacing the CompactFlash

Performing Internal Maintenance

Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions

Removing the PowerStation from an Enclosure

Opening the PowerStation

Closing the PowerStation

Replacing the Fuse

Optional Components

AC Power Supply

Resolving Problems

Resolving Problems when Starting Up

The LED Power indicator on the back of the unit does not light

The startup halts with the Award (System Info) screen displayed

The AUTOEXEC.BAT file and/or CONFIG.SYS file does not execute properly